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A diamond and ruby double clip, Drayson, London each clip of…
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Melbourne
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27-Oct-2009
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A diamond and ruby double clip, Drayson, London each clip of scroll design, set throughout with old-cut diamonds highlighted with a diagonal ribbon of baguette diamonds, further enhanced with three rows of claw-set mixed cut rubies engraved Drayson, London. Length 6 cm Estimated total weight of diamonds 14.4 carats Estimated total weight of rubies 19.5 carats Drayson, London was founded by Cecil Drayson in 1936 and located in prestigious Bond Street, London. His jewels were renowned for their high quality, innovative designs and extremely elegant nature. Drayson initially derived inspiration from the Art Deco period, but from the late thirties to the sixties the designs became more abstract, exemplifying the bold sculptural influence of the period.
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Jewellery: Brooches