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9ct Yellow Gold Double Opal Drop Earrings
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9ct Yellow Gold Double Opal Drop Earrings

1940 - 1960
For Sale by AgAu Jewellery
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A charming pair of vintage 9ct Yellow Gold Double Opal Drop Earrings. The earrings are set with a lovely pair of pear cut opals (0.50ct), totaling (1.00ct) in each drop each set in yellow gold. The earrings measures 16mm length x 12mm width, the total weight is 2.0 grams, The earrings are offered in excellent condition.

Metal: 9ct yellow gold. 

Stone(s): 2 x Opal (1.00ct) in each earring drop

Measurements: Earring Measurements 16mm length x 12mm width

Hallmark: Marked for 9ct

Weight: 2.0g

Condition: Excellent condition 

Physical Dimensions
Height
1.6cm (0.63")
Declaration

AgAu Jewellery has dated these Gold Opal Drop Earrings to the 1950s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1194285
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250859
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Description
A charming pair of vintage 9ct Yellow Gold Double Opal Drop Earrings. The earrings are set with a lovely pair of pear cut opals (0.50ct), totaling (1.00ct) in each drop each set in yellow gold. The earrings measures 16mm length x 12mm width, the total weight is 2.0 grams, The earrings are offered in excellent condition.

Metal: 9ct yellow gold. 

Stone(s): 2 x Opal (1.00ct) in each earring drop

Measurements: Earring Measurements 16mm length x 12mm width

Hallmark: Marked for 9ct

Weight: 2.0g

Condition: Excellent condition 

Height
1.6cm (0.63")
Date of Manufacture

AgAu Jewellery has dated these Gold Opal Drop Earrings to the 1950s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1194285
Dealers Internal Ref
250859
AgAu Jewellery
AgAu Jewellery
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Pair of 9ct yellow gold drop earrings featuring twin pear-shaped white opal cabochons mounted below a teardrop gold accent with hook fittings.
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Archive I Pair of 9ct yellow gold drop earrings featuring twin pear-shaped white opal cabochons mounted below a teardrop gold accent with hook fittings.

9ct Yellow Gold Double Opal Drop Earrings

Archive II Pair of 9ct yellow gold drop earrings featuring twin pear-shaped white opal cabochons mounted below a teardrop gold accent with hook fittings. View II
Archive III Pair of 9ct yellow gold drop earrings featuring twin pear-shaped white opal cabochons mounted below a teardrop gold accent with hook fittings. View III
Archive IV Pair of 9ct yellow gold drop earrings featuring twin pear-shaped white opal cabochons mounted below a teardrop gold accent with hook fittings. View IV
Archive V Pair of 9ct yellow gold drop earrings featuring twin pear-shaped white opal cabochons mounted below a teardrop gold accent with hook fittings. View V
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Pair of 9ct yellow gold drop earrings featuring twin pear-shaped white opal cabochons mounted below a teardrop gold accent with hook fittings.
9ct Yellow Gold Double Opal Drop Earrings
Ref: SA1194285
Pair of 9ct yellow gold drop earrings featuring twin pear-shaped white opal cabochons mounted below a teardrop gold accent with hook fittings.
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  • ObjectEarrings
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleEdwardian Style
  • Material9ct Yellow Gold, Opal
  • ColourGold, White
  • MotifsTwin cabochon stones, Teardrop accents, Hook fittings
  • SizeH 1.6 cm (1 in)

These 1950 Edwardian style drop earrings are fashioned from 9ct yellow gold and feature twin pear cut white opal cabochons mounted beneath teardrop gold accents and hook fittings. The design exhibits a bright, polished golden finish paired with milky white stones displaying subtle iridescent flashes of colour, suspended securely from simple arched wire hooks. The pair weighs 2.0 grams in total and is marked with a hallmark for 9ct gold. Each individual earring measures 1.6 cm high by 1.2 cm wide. Suitable for daily wear or evening occasions, these earrings integrate effortlessly into contemporary jewellery collections, adding a touch of classic sophistication to an outfit. They hang gracefully from the earlobe, making them a versatile accessory for formal gatherings, dinners, or everyday use. The pairing of yellow gold with the soft luminescence of opals offers a timeless appeal that complements a wide range of necklines and attire styles.

FAQs

Opal jewellery gained immense popularity during the Victorian and Art Nouveau eras, valued for the stones iridescent play-of-colour. Drop and dangle designs were crafted to catch the light and display the spectral hue shifts as the wearer moved.

These pieces are typically constructed from solid yellow, rose, or white gold, often in 9ct or 18ct purity. Natural solid opals, doublets, or triplets are set using bezel or claw mounts to secure the gemstone.

Authentic gold features official hallmarks indicating metal purity, such as 375 for 9ct gold. Natural opals display irregular, non-repeating colour patterns throughout the stone, unlike synthetic versions which exhibit uniform, directional flashes.

Drop earrings can be worn as focal pieces alongside minimalist gold chains or paired with simple contemporary tailoring to allow the iridescent stones to stand out.

Opals contain natural water content and require protection from extreme heat, dry environments, and harsh chemicals. Clean them gently using a soft, damp cloth and mild soapy water, avoiding ultrasonic cleaners.
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