Vintage 1960s Christian Dior Pink Pearl Rhinestone Clip Earrings Signed

Elegant vintage Christian Dior clip-on earrings, believed to date to the 1960s. Each earring features a large oval blush-pink pearlescent cabochon surrounded by sparkling round and baguette-cut clear rhinestones. The stones are individually prong-set in a richly finished gold-tone setting. The central cabochons display beautiful natural-looking variations and flashes of pink, cream and pale green. They resemble mabe pearls or mother-of-pearl; The clip backs are signed “Chr. Dior ©” and marked “PAT. 2733491.” The patent number identifies the spring-loaded jewelry clasp mechanism patented in the mid-1950s; it is not a model or precious-metal number. • Designer: Christian Dior • Estimated period: Circa 1960s • Style: Statement or button earrings • Closure: Clip-on • Color: Blush pink, clear and gold • Materials: Gold-tone metal, clear rhinestones and pearlescent cabochons • Center material: Untested; described conservatively as faux mabe pearl • Mark: “Chr. Dior ©” • Additional mark: “PAT. 2733491” • Measurements: Almost one inch in length. Condition: Good vintage condition with age-appropriate surface wear. NOTE: One small round rhinestone is missing from one earring, and one small rhinestone needs to be attached, but is there. Please see the close-up photographs for its exact location. The remaining rhinestones appear intact, and both clip mechanisms operate properly. Beautiful and classic.