What characterises Art Deco jewellery from the 1930s?

Art Deco jewellery from the 1930s typically features bold geometric forms, symmetrical patterns, and a prominent combination of platinum with diamonds and vibrant gemstones such as emeralds.

What materials were traditionally used to make Art Deco drop earrings?

Art Deco drop earrings were predominantly crafted using platinum or white gold to provide strong settings that highlighted diamonds, emeralds, sapphires, and rubies.

How do you identify authentic 1930s Art Deco emerald earrings?

Authentic 1930s pieces often feature millgrain detailing, platinum metal markings, precision geometric gem-cutting, and hand-finished articulated drop elements.

How can antique Art Deco drop earrings be styled for modern wear?

These statement earrings can be paired with minimalist contemporary evening wear or elegant formal attire to create a striking focal point.

How should emerald and platinum fine jewellery be cleaned and preserved?

Clean emerald and platinum jewellery using mild soapy water and a soft cloth, avoiding ultrasonic cleaners or harsh chemicals that could damage stone clarity.

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Antique 0.65ct Emerald and 1.42ct Diamond and Platinum Drop Earrings Circa 1935

Name: Antique 0.65ct Emerald and 1.42ct Diamond and Platinum Drop Earrings Circa 1935
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1134038
Price: 4950 GBP
Availability: InStock

1920 - 1940

For Sale by AC Silver

Description

A stunning, fine and impressive pair of antique 0.65 carat emerald and 1.42 carat diamond, platinum and 18 carat 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 18ct 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 carat 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.

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 jewellery.

Emerald Quality

Cut Square Faceted

Content 0.65 carat

Diamond Quality

Colour (average grades) H

Clarity (average grades) SI2

Cut Old European/Eight

Content 1.42 carats

Number of Diamonds

80

Dimensions

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

Date: Circa 1935

Fastening: Hinged Latch Clasp

A video is available upon request.

Physical Dimensions

Height

0.5cm (0.20")

Width

2.3cm (0.91")

Depth

4.2cm (1.65")

Declaration

AC Silver has dated these Art Deco Emerald Earrings to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1134038

Dealers Internal Reference

C9135

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Description

A stunning, fine and impressive pair of antique 0.65 carat emerald and 1.

“

42 carat diamond, platinum and 18 carat white gold set drop earrings; an addition to our diverse antique jewellery collections.

AC Silver

fig 1. A pair of platinum Art Deco drop earrings featuring ribbon-like diamond-set tops suspending articulated strands of square-cut emeralds and round diamonds. — fig 1. Antique 0.65ct Emerald and 1.42ct Diamond and Platinum Drop Earrings Circa 1935

These stunning, fine and impressive antique emerald earrings have been crafted in platinum with 18ct 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.

fig 2. A pair of platinum Art Deco drop earrings featuring ribbon-like diamond-set tops suspending articulated strands of square-cut emeralds and round diamonds. — fig 2. Antique 0.65ct Emerald and 1.42ct Diamond and Platinum Drop Earrings Circa 1935

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.

fig 3. A pair of platinum Art Deco drop earrings featuring ribbon-like diamond-set tops suspending articulated strands of square-cut emeralds and round diamonds. — fig 3. Antique 0.65ct Emerald and 1.42ct Diamond and Platinum Drop Earrings Circa 1935

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 carat gold.

The earrings are supplied with an IDGL diamond and gemstone grading report card.

fig 4. A pair of platinum Art Deco drop earrings featuring ribbon-like diamond-set tops suspending articulated strands of square-cut emeralds and round diamonds. — fig 4. Antique 0.65ct Emerald and 1.42ct Diamond and Platinum Drop Earrings Circa 1935

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.'

fig 5. A pair of platinum Art Deco drop earrings featuring ribbon-like diamond-set tops suspending articulated strands of square-cut emeralds and round diamonds. — fig 5. Antique 0.65ct Emerald and 1.42ct Diamond and Platinum Drop Earrings Circa 1935

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.

fig 6. A pair of platinum Art Deco drop earrings featuring ribbon-like diamond-set tops suspending articulated strands of square-cut emeralds and round diamonds. — fig 6. Antique 0.65ct Emerald and 1.42ct Diamond and Platinum Drop Earrings Circa 1935

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.