Comprising: a sprung choker and a pair of earclips centering cabochon rubies, accented by buff-top onyx and round diamonds, choker circumference adjustable, the choker signed Marina B, numbered 111/241, the earclips with maker's mark MB, numbered 0693, all pieces with French assay and workshop marks.

 

In good condition with some light wear and minor discoloration to a few areas, not apparent when worn. The onyx in good condition with only one small area of damage on one of the earclips repaired with some black matrix and adhesive, but otherwise intact. Stamped 750 for 18 karat gold. Signed Marina B on all three pieces, choker numbered 111/241, earclips numbered 0693. French assay marks on all pieces. French workshop marks on the choker and one of the earclips, with one workshop mark partially rubbed. Stamped 'MB' on both earclips with mark on one of the earclips partially rubbed. The cabochon rubies are a medium to medium-deep purplish red to slightly pinkish red and heavily included. The diamonds, estimated to weigh a total of approximately 7.85 carats, are approximately G-H color, predominantly VS clarity. Total gross weight approximately 139 dwts. Choker best fits a small to medium neck, length of earclips approximately 7/8 of an inch each.
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For a choker of the same collection see page 52 of Marina B: the Art of Jewellery Design by Viviane Jutheau de Witt.