Andrew Campbell, founder and owner of AC Silver, has been dealing in antique silver and antique jewellery since 1977. In addition to a premier retail premises in Newcastle, north-east England, Andrew has developed an internationally recognised online store, serving both new and return customers nationally and worldwide. Andrew personally sources a wide range of items, including antique jewellery, antique diamond rings and antique gemstone rings. Andrew has also developed a fine and comprehensive inventory of antique silverware, AC Silver is a respected and trusted specialist in its field.... See more
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Description
A stunning, fine and impressive pair of 0.65 carat emerald and 1.42 carat diamond, platinum and 18 karat white gold set drop earrings; an addition to our diverse antique jewellery collections.
These stunning, fine and impressive antique emerald earrings have been crafted in platinum with 18k white gold fittings.
The impressive pierced decorated earrings are ornamented with desirable tied curvilinear ribbon designs to the upper portion, each accented with thirty-two pavé set eight cut diamonds.
Each earring bears four articulating collet set tassels, alternating between Old European round cut diamonds and square faceted emeralds totalling 0.65ct.
These antique drop earrings, for pierced ears, secure to the reverse with a post and hinged latch fastenings.
These stunning emerald and diamond earrings have been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton Xl2 Analyzer) and verified as platinum and 18 karat gold.
The earrings are supplied with an Idgl diamond and gemstone grading report card.
These 1930s emerald and diamond multi dangle earrings are a luxurious gift for milestone birthdays, engagements and weddings, especially for antique jewellery enthusiasts.
'Rather than regarding inclusions in coloured stones as harmful, in small sizes and numbers that do not in any way detract from their beauty, they should be regarded as adding to desirability, for they provide identifying characteristics.'
Reference: The Connoisseur's Guide to Precious Gemstones, R. Wise, Brunswick House Press.
Images do not always reflect the true colour and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual colour and showcases each stone.
Emerald Quality
Cut Square Faceted
Content 0.65 carat
Diamond Quality
Color (average grades) H
Clarity (average grades) Si2
Cut Old European/Eight
Content 1.42 carats
Number of Diamonds
80
Fastening: Hinged Latch Clasp
measurements
Length of drop 4.15cm/1.63'
Width of setting 2.34cm/0.92'
Height of setting 5.35mm/0.21'
Weight:-
12.24 grams
measurements
declaration
AC Silver has clarified that the 0.65ct Emerald & 1.42ct Diamond & Platinum Drop Earrings c.1935 (LA526449) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being c.1935
declaration
condition
condition
These stunning antique earrings are excellent quality, set with impressive emeralds displaying fine colour, brilliance and presence; there is a slight loss to one emerald visible under an eye loupe, this doesn't detract from the aesthetically pleasing appearance of the piece.
The impressive diamonds display a fine white colour and brilliance.
The earrings are an excellent gauge of platinum and gold and are in excellent condition.
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of these stunning examples of antique emerald jewelry.