Diamond Chandelier Earrings

Set in gold and silver, rivers and crescents with antique foiled diamonds in the cascades of these graceful chandelier earrings from 1790 . These are d...

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...

The most beautiful 18th Century Georgian earrings we have seen in a very long time, museum worthy. Elegant, very long, unusual Rococo design at its best with intricate interconnected diamond encrusted scrolls glinting mysteriously when catching the light. Exquisitely made of 18K gold topped with silver to create the best setting for the Rose cut and European cut diamonds, totaling approximately 5 Carats. Lovely movement, these earrings are articulated. 80mm or 3.125 inches long for spectacular impact. Exceptionally fine condition with a desirable conversion to post pierced backs with substantial secure 18K gold backs. Estate sourced Tested for 18K gold, unmarked except for the 18K backs With an antique velvet lined box or a modern black velvet...