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Antique Natural Pearl, 0.66ct Diamond and Enamel, 9ct Yellow Gold Drop Earrings Circa 1875
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Antique Natural Pearl, 0.66ct Diamond and Enamel, 9ct Yellow Gold Drop Earrings Circa 1875

19th century
For Sale by AC Silver
Description

A stunning, fine and impressive pair of antique natural pearl, 0.66 carat diamond and enamel, 9 carat yellow gold and silver set drop earrings; part of our diverse antique jewellery collections.

These stunning, fine and impressive antique earrings have been crafted in 9ct yellow gold with silver settings.

Each drop earring is embellished with an impressive natural pearl to the centre of a cluster halo design, comprised of eight individually set Dutch cut diamonds.

This central cluster design is encompassed with a halo of pearls, bearing four larger pearls to the cardinal points.

This feature cluster design supports an impressive articulating claw set Dutch cut diamond.

Each earring bears an articulating graduating bracket style frame, supporting a further pearl and diamond cluster design to the nadir; this cluster design reflects the aforementioned halo design.

The bracket design is ornamented with three further natural pearls and paralleling hot enamel decorated borders, completing the design.

The earrings, for pierced ears, secure to the reverse with a French hook fastening.

These earrings have been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 9 carat gold and silver.

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

Such antique examples in this high quality are becoming increasingly difficult to locate.

Antique pearl and diamond earrings are a timeless and elegant gift, ideal for weddings, milestone birthdays and 30th anniversaries; those traditionally associated with pearls.

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 fine pearl drop earrings are excellent quality, set with impressive natural pearls displaying fine colour and lustre.

The supporting diamonds display subtle brilliance, as to be expected with such antique earrings.

The earrings are an excellent gauge of gold and silver, and are in excellent condition.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of these stunning antique pearl chandelier earrings in yellow gold.

Diamond Quality

Colour (average grades) K

Clarity (average grades) P1

Cut Dutch

Content 0.66 carat

Number of Diamonds

34

Dimensions

Length of drop 4.3cm/1.69'

Length of setting 4cm/1.57'

Width of setting 2cm/0.79'

Height of setting 6.67mm/0.26'

Weight

11.28 grams

Date: Circa 1875

Fastening: French Hook

A video is available upon request.

Physical Dimensions
Height
0.7cm (0.28")
Width
2cm (0.79")
Depth
4.3cm (1.69")
Declaration

AC Silver has dated these Victorian Pearl Drop Earrings to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1139658
Dealers Internal Reference
C9184
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Description
A stunning, fine and impressive pair of antique natural pearl, 0.
66 carat diamond and enamel, 9 carat yellow gold and silver set drop earrings; part of our diverse antique jewellery collections.
AC Silver

These stunning, fine and impressive antique earrings have been crafted in 9ct yellow gold with silver settings.

fig 1. A pair of Victorian 9ct yellow gold drop earrings set with natural pearls, rose-cut diamonds, and subtle black enamel detailing.
fig 1. Antique Natural Pearl, 0.66ct Diamond and Enamel, 9ct Yellow Gold Drop Earrings Circa 1875

Each drop earring is embellished with an impressive natural pearl to the centre of a cluster halo design, comprised of eight individually set Dutch cut diamonds.

This central cluster design is encompassed with a halo of pearls, bearing four larger pearls to the cardinal points.

fig 2. A pair of Victorian 9ct yellow gold drop earrings set with natural pearls, rose-cut diamonds, and subtle black enamel detailing.
fig 2. Antique Natural Pearl, 0.66ct Diamond and Enamel, 9ct Yellow Gold Drop Earrings Circa 1875

This feature cluster design supports an impressive articulating claw set Dutch cut diamond.

Each earring bears an articulating graduating bracket style frame, supporting a further pearl and diamond cluster design to the nadir; this cluster design reflects the aforementioned halo design.

fig 3. A pair of Victorian 9ct yellow gold drop earrings set with natural pearls, rose-cut diamonds, and subtle black enamel detailing.
fig 3. Antique Natural Pearl, 0.66ct Diamond and Enamel, 9ct Yellow Gold Drop Earrings Circa 1875

The bracket design is ornamented with three further natural pearls and paralleling hot enamel decorated borders, completing the design.

The earrings, for pierced ears, secure to the reverse with a French hook fastening.

fig 4. A pair of Victorian 9ct yellow gold drop earrings set with natural pearls, rose-cut diamonds, and subtle black enamel detailing.
fig 4. Antique Natural Pearl, 0.66ct Diamond and Enamel, 9ct Yellow Gold Drop Earrings Circa 1875

These earrings have been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 9 carat gold and silver.

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

fig 5. A pair of Victorian 9ct yellow gold drop earrings set with natural pearls, rose-cut diamonds, and subtle black enamel detailing.
fig 5. Antique Natural Pearl, 0.66ct Diamond and Enamel, 9ct Yellow Gold Drop Earrings Circa 1875

Such antique examples in this high quality are becoming increasingly difficult to locate.

Antique pearl and diamond earrings are a timeless and elegant gift, ideal for weddings, milestone birthdays and 30th anniversaries; those traditionally associated with pearls.

fig 6. A pair of Victorian 9ct yellow gold drop earrings set with natural pearls, rose-cut diamonds, and subtle black enamel detailing.
fig 6. Antique Natural Pearl, 0.66ct Diamond and Enamel, 9ct Yellow Gold Drop Earrings Circa 1875

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 fine pearl drop earrings are excellent quality, set with impressive natural pearls displaying fine colour and lustre.

fig 7. A pair of Victorian 9ct yellow gold drop earrings set with natural pearls, rose-cut diamonds, and subtle black enamel detailing.
fig 7. Antique Natural Pearl, 0.66ct Diamond and Enamel, 9ct Yellow Gold Drop Earrings Circa 1875

The supporting diamonds display subtle brilliance, as to be expected with such antique earrings.

The earrings are an excellent gauge of gold and silver, and are in excellent condition.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of these stunning antique pearl chandelier earrings in yellow gold.

fig 8. A pair of Victorian 9ct yellow gold drop earrings set with natural pearls, rose-cut diamonds, and subtle black enamel detailing.
fig 8. Antique Natural Pearl, 0.66ct Diamond and Enamel, 9ct Yellow Gold Drop Earrings Circa 1875

Diamond Quality

Colour (average grades) K

Clarity (average grades) P1

Cut Dutch

Content 0.66 carat

Number of Diamonds

34

Dimensions

Length of drop 4.3cm/1.69'

Length of setting 4cm/1.57'

Width of setting 2cm/0.79'

Height of setting 6.67mm/0.26'

Weight

11.28 grams

Date: Circa 1875

Fastening: French Hook

A video is available upon request.

Height
0.7cm (0.28")
Width
2cm (0.79")
Depth
4.3cm (1.69")
Date of Manufacture

AC Silver has dated these Victorian Pearl Drop Earrings to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1139658
Dealers Internal Ref
C9184
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Archive I A pair of Victorian 9ct yellow gold drop earrings set with natural pearls, rose-cut diamonds, and subtle black enamel detailing.

Antique Natural Pearl, 0.66ct Diamond and Enamel, 9ct Yellow Gold Drop Earrings Circa 1875

Archive II A pair of Victorian 9ct yellow gold drop earrings set with natural pearls, rose-cut diamonds, and subtle black enamel detailing. View II
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A pair of Victorian 9ct yellow gold drop earrings set with natural pearls, rose-cut diamonds, and subtle black enamel detailing.
Antique Natural Pearl, 0.66ct Diamond and Enamel, 9ct Yellow Gold Drop Earrings Circa 1875
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A pair of Victorian 9ct yellow gold drop earrings set with natural pearls, rose-cut diamonds, and subtle black enamel detailing.
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Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

Victorian drop earrings from the 1870s often feature articulated geometric frames, intricate gold wirework, and cluster motifs. During this period, jewelers frequently combined natural pearls, rose-cut or mine-cut diamonds, and subtle enamel detailing set in yellow gold.

Mid-Victorian jewellery prominently featured yellow gold in various karat values, particularly 9ct and 15ct. Decorative elements relied heavily on natural saltwater pearls, small diamonds, black or coloured enamel, and detailed hand-engraving or granulation.

Authentic Victorian pieces generally exhibit hand-crafted metalwork, closed-back or grain settings for diamonds, and slight irregularities in pearl shape and lustre indicative of natural origin. Markings may include antique British hallmarks or makers stamps, though many pieces remained unmarked.

Antique drop earrings provide a refined point of contrast when paired with modern tailoring, minimalist evening wear, or silk blouses. Their vertical line complements updo hairstyles and open necklines.

Natural pearls and enamel require gentle maintenance; avoid exposure to cosmetics, perfumes, ultrasonic cleaners, and moisture. Clean carefully with a soft, dry cloth and store individually in a fabric-lined box to prevent scratching.
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