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Antique Iberian (Spain) Colombian Emerald & Diamond Earrings late 18th Century

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Dazzling pair of museum quality chandelier earrings (collector's item), with electric foiled Emeralds. Inlaid with rose-cut and table-cut diamonds. Superbly preserved, dating from the late 18th century (1780). A set of sparkling flat rose-cut diamonds decorates each earring along with sixteen vibrant step-cut green emeralds. They range in value from 0.15ct (6 emeralds) to 1.20ct (8 emeralds), and total approximately 10ct in both. The galleries have ornate detailing and are fitted with three droppers at the bottom with a hinge in the center to allow them to swing and dance freely. The earrings preserve its original clip hooks and are divided into three bodies, the upper one can be separated and worn independently. Size: Height 80mm (78mm inc. hooks) x Width 23mm x Depth 5.5mm. Metal: Silver/ 18ct Gold (Tested) Stones: Emeralds (Major 6.46mmx 5.38mm, approx. 1.20ct each - 10 carats total), Diamonds (approx. 4ct total). Weight: 43.21g Modern Spain, Portugal and parts of France were once part of the Iberian peninsula- Please note that the earrings are in original condition with the original fittings. Sometimes these earrings are referred as Catalan as they were mainly made in the region at the late 18 cent. Spanish jewellery benefited from the Colombian emerald mines abundant supply by the end of the 18 century. During the eighteenth century, Spain controlled the gold and emerald mines of Colombia and Peru. This wealth of resources resulted in exquisitely fine gem-set gold jewelry. Parures of emeralds, necklaces, stomachers, rings, earrings, etc. were plentiful at the court of Spain. A long gold earring style called Catalan was distinguished by a multitude of emeralds or hessonite garnet. * We offer FREE insured international shipping, handling and international insurance with the following criteria: Items under 1100USD will be shipped with DHL Express. Items from up 1100USD until 15000USD will be shipped with FedEx Priority. Items up 15000USD with be shipped with Ferrari Express. We also guarantee the accuracy of our descriptions and the authenticity of every item we sell.
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  • Weight:
    43.21 g
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 0.91 in (23 mm)Depth: 0.22 in (5.5 mm)Length: 3.08 in (78 mm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1780
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    OVIEDO, ES
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 072/23 Iberian (Spain) Colombian Emeralds & Diamond Earrings 1stDibs: LU2955221009912

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