Circa 1790 a magnificent pair of long pendant drop Georgian earrings carpeted in rough table cut diamonds. Intricately crafted and incredibly ornate these earrings are rugged and organic with a raw antique beauty.
The earring drops aren't marked for metal content and test at a low 8ct gold while the large shepherd hook ear wires are 18ct gold and stamped '750'. These hooks are later replacements.
Commensurate with age overall condition is very good showing minor wear. The metalwork shows a darker patina in the crevices. The diamonds are very rugged with rough edges and small fissures in places.
Brimming in stature and character these rare Georgian earrings are steeped in antique appeal.
METAL: 8ct gold drops, 18ct gold hooks
GEMSTONE: Presidium tested natural earth-mined diamonds
MEASUREMENTS: the earrings measure 2-1/4"/5.5cm from top to bottom and 13mm across at the widest point. Hooks 28x10.5mm
DATE: circa 1790, Georgian
WEIGHT: 10.6 grams total
HALLMARKS: stamped '750' for 18ct gold on the hooks
At Mercy Madge we offer quality antique and vintage jewellery sourced in Great Britain. All of our pieces are professionally cleaned and polished so they are ready to wear or give as a gift.
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* All gemstones have been tested and verified using a Presidium Gemstone Tester. All measurements and carat weights given are approximations.
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Materials: Diamonds, 8ct Gold, 18ct Gold.