Chanel Gripoix Square Clip Earrings, 96A, Gold-Tone, Double-C Drop
Chanel Gripoix Square Clip Earrings, 96A, Gold-Tone, Double-C Drop
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A pair of Chanel clip earrings from the 96A season, each a square of beaded gold around a dark blue gripoix centre, with a hinged double-C below.
The Piece
Chanel was founded in Paris in 1910 as a milliner's shop by Gabrielle Chanel, and its interlocked double-C, drawn as a monogram, has marked the house's costume jewellery for decades.
Each earring is a rounded square with a beaded gold border around a centre of poured glass, the technique known as gripoix. A double-C in textured gold hangs from a hinge below. The 96A stamp denotes the autumn 1996 season.
Each earring measures 40 mm (1.57 in) high by 20 mm (0.79 in) wide, and the pair weighs 25.6 g (0.90 oz). The fittings are clip-on. The outer faces show small scratches, light soiling and rubbing, and the clips show small scratches, soiling and some dullness. It is offered as earrings only, without box or pouch.
Details
- Maker: Chanel
- Model: Gripoix square swing earrings, season code 96A
- Material: Gold-tone metal with dark blue poured-glass centres
- Measurements: Each 40 mm (1.57 in) high by 20 mm (0.79 in) wide; pair weight 25.6 g (0.90 oz)
- Colour: Gold and dark blue
- Fastening: Clip-on
- Included: Earrings only
Condition
- Grade B in Japan: fair, with small scratches, light soiling and rubbing on the faces and clips.
Condition grade B (visible signs of use) on the Japanese scale; see Japanese condition ranks, explained.
Authenticity & Care
Season stamps, plate engravings, clasps and plating are examined together and documented in Japan before dispatch. Every piece carries the Japonista authenticity guarantee. Keep it boxed or in a soft pouch away from perfume and hairspray, and wipe with a soft dry cloth only; never use metal polish on plated finishes.
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