What defines Victorian floral cluster earrings?

Victorian floral cluster earrings are late nineteenth-century personal ornaments designed to resemble botanical blossoms. They feature a central gemstone surrounded by framed accent diamonds set in naturalistic petal configurations.

What materials were traditionally used in late Victorian diamond earrings?

Jewellers during the late Victorian era commonly set diamonds into silver-topped yellow gold settings. The silver front enhanced the white colour of the diamonds, while the gold backing prevented silver oxidation from discolouring the wearers skin.

How can authentic Victorian diamond cluster earrings be identified?

Authentic pieces from circa 1880 typically exhibit hand-cut diamonds, such as cushion or old-mine cuts, with distinct irregular facets. They also showcase dual-metal construction with silver fronts and gold backings, alongside period-appropriate fittings.

How can antique diamond cluster earrings be worn with modern attire?

These floral cluster studs function as versatile accent pieces suitable for modern formal wear or elevated daily attire. Their classic design allows them to be worn individually as focal earrings or layered within multi-piercing ear stacks.

How should antique silver, gold, and diamond jewellery be cared for?

Clean gently using a soft-bristled brush with mild liquid soap and lukewarm water, ensuring the settings are thoroughly dried afterward. Avoid immersion in harsh chemical solutions or ultrasonic cleaners that may affect antique metal settings.

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Antique 1.54ct Diamond, Silver and 9ct Yellow Gold Floral Cluster Earrings Circa 1880

Name: Antique 1.54ct Diamond, Silver and 9ct Yellow Gold Floral Cluster Earrings Circa 1880
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1165354
Price: 5950 GBP
Availability: InStock

19th century

For Sale by AC Silver

Description

A stunning, fine and impressive pair of antique Victorian 1.54 carat diamond, silver and 9 carat yellow gold floral cluster earrings; part of our diverse antique diamond jewellery and estate jewelry collections.

These stunning antique diamond earrings have been crafted in 9ct yellow gold, with a silver setting.

These impressive floral earrings are embellished with a feature 0.63ct and 0.61ct claw set Old European cut diamond.

The pierced decorated flower head designs are each ornamented with eight Dutch cut diamonds, pavé set within incurved petal motifs.

These earrings, for non-pierced ears, secure to the reverse with a 9ct yellow gold screw fit fastening.

These stunning antique diamond earrings are hallmarked to the screw fitments with the 9ct mark (9ct) and have been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 9ct yellow gold and silver.

These diamond flower earrings are supplied with two independent diamond grading certificates for the feature stones, in addition to an IDGL diamond grading report card for the supporting diamonds.

Such original silver set examples are typical of the period and rare to the market.

These antique diamond floral cluster earrings are a refined choice for life's most meaningful occasions.

Perfect for anniversaries, milestone birthdays or Valentine's Day, their floral motif also makes them especially fitting for spring and summer weddings, whether as a bridal gift or a lasting keepsake.

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 floral earrings are excellent quality, set with stunning feature diamonds displaying a fine brilliance and presence.

The impressive supporting diamonds display a fine white colour and brilliance.

These desirable antique earrings are an excellent gauge of gold and silver, and are in excellent condition, with clear hallmarks to the screw fitments.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of diamond jewellery/estate jewelry.

Diamond Quality

Feature Diamond One

Colour M

Clarity SI2

Cut Old European

Content 0.63 carat

Dimensions 5.50mm (length) x 5.09mm (width) x 3.29mm (depth)

Feature Diamond Two

Colour M

Clarity VS2

Cut Old European

Content 0.61 carat

Dimensions 5.40mm (length) x 5.19mm (width) x 3.24mm (depth)

Supporting Diamonds

Colour (average grades) H

Clarity (average grades) P1

Cut Dutch

Content 0.30 carat

Total Diamond Content

1.54 carats

Number of Diamonds

18

Dimensions

Width of setting 1.15cm/0.45'

Height of setting 6.54mm/0.26'

Weight

3.64 grams

Date: Circa 1880

Fastening: Clip On / Screw Back

A video is available upon request.

Physical Dimensions

Height

0.7cm (0.28")

Width

1.2cm (0.47")

Declaration

AC Silver has dated these Victorian Diamond Cluster Earrings to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1165354

Dealers Internal Reference

C9438

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Description

A stunning, fine and impressive pair of antique Victorian 1.

“

54 carat diamond, silver and 9 carat yellow gold floral cluster earrings; part of our diverse antique diamond jewellery and estate jewelry collections.

AC Silver

fig 1. Pair of late nineteenth-century floral cluster earrings featuring central cushion-cut diamonds surrounded by silver-set diamond petals with yellow gold fittings. — fig 1. Antique 1.54ct Diamond, Silver and 9ct Yellow Gold Floral Cluster Earrings Circa 1880

These stunning antique diamond earrings have been crafted in 9ct yellow gold, with a silver setting.

These impressive floral earrings are embellished with a feature 0.63ct and 0.61ct claw set Old European cut diamond.

fig 2. Pair of late nineteenth-century floral cluster earrings featuring central cushion-cut diamonds surrounded by silver-set diamond petals with yellow gold fittings. — fig 2. Antique 1.54ct Diamond, Silver and 9ct Yellow Gold Floral Cluster Earrings Circa 1880

The pierced decorated flower head designs are each ornamented with eight Dutch cut diamonds, pavé set within incurved petal motifs.

These earrings, for non-pierced ears, secure to the reverse with a 9ct yellow gold screw fit fastening.

fig 3. Pair of late nineteenth-century floral cluster earrings featuring central cushion-cut diamonds surrounded by silver-set diamond petals with yellow gold fittings. — fig 3. Antique 1.54ct Diamond, Silver and 9ct Yellow Gold Floral Cluster Earrings Circa 1880

These stunning antique diamond earrings are hallmarked to the screw fitments with the 9ct mark (9ct) and have been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 9ct yellow gold and silver.

fig 4. Pair of late nineteenth-century floral cluster earrings featuring central cushion-cut diamonds surrounded by silver-set diamond petals with yellow gold fittings. — fig 4. Antique 1.54ct Diamond, Silver and 9ct Yellow Gold Floral Cluster Earrings Circa 1880

These diamond flower earrings are supplied with two independent diamond grading certificates for the feature stones, in addition to an IDGL diamond grading report card for the supporting diamonds.

Such original silver set examples are typical of the period and rare to the market.

fig 5. Pair of late nineteenth-century floral cluster earrings featuring central cushion-cut diamonds surrounded by silver-set diamond petals with yellow gold fittings. — fig 5. Antique 1.54ct Diamond, Silver and 9ct Yellow Gold Floral Cluster Earrings Circa 1880

These antique diamond floral cluster earrings are a refined choice for life's most meaningful occasions.

Perfect for anniversaries, milestone birthdays or Valentine's Day, their floral motif also makes them especially fitting for spring and summer weddings, whether as a bridal gift or a lasting keepsake.

fig 6. Pair of late nineteenth-century floral cluster earrings featuring central cushion-cut diamonds surrounded by silver-set diamond petals with yellow gold fittings. — fig 6. Antique 1.54ct Diamond, Silver and 9ct Yellow Gold Floral Cluster Earrings Circa 1880

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 floral earrings are excellent quality, set with stunning feature diamonds displaying a fine brilliance and presence.

fig 7. Pair of late nineteenth-century floral cluster earrings featuring central cushion-cut diamonds surrounded by silver-set diamond petals with yellow gold fittings. — fig 7. Antique 1.54ct Diamond, Silver and 9ct Yellow Gold Floral Cluster Earrings Circa 1880

The impressive supporting diamonds display a fine white colour and brilliance.

These desirable antique earrings are an excellent gauge of gold and silver, and are in excellent condition, with clear hallmarks to the screw fitments.