A PAIR OF DIAMOND AND MULTI-GEM FLOWER EAR CLIPS, BY DONALD CLAFLIN, TIFFANY & CO.

Donald Claflin’s designs became an instant success and important pillar in the variety of jewels produced by Tiffany & Co. during the 1960s and 1970s. These ear clips are an unusual survivor, which exhibit Claflin’s bold use of color and texture to convey the whimsy behind his thought process. The arrangement of bright blue enamel and diamonds, juxtaposed with carved coral, cabochon emeralds and turquoise come together in harmony to form a stylish, bold and colorful statement.