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9ct Gold Vintage Oval Cut Garnet Drop Stud Earrings
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9ct Gold Vintage Oval Cut Garnet Drop Stud Earrings

1940 - 1960
For Sale by AgAu Jewellery
Description

A fine pair of delicate vintage 9ct Gold Vintage Oval Cut Garnet Drop Stud Earrings. The earrings are of lovely vintage quality and are set with a bezel set oval cut garnet (0.50ct) in each stud. The earrings marked for 9ct gold in excellent conditions. Each earring measures 20mm in length x 8mm in width. The earrings are studs with butterfly backs. Total weight is 1.6 grams.

Metal: 9ct Yellow Gold 

Hallmark: Marked for 9ct gold 

Stones: 1 x garnet (0.50ct) in each stud, 

Total Earring Measurements: 20mm in length x 8mm in width 

Weight: 1.6 g

The earrings are in excellent condition

Date of Manufacture

AgAu Jewellery has dated these Gold Garnet Drop Earrings to the 1960s.

Independent Date Guide ID 09720971
Dealer's Item Date1960s
Sellingantiques Date1960s
Sellingantiques agingItem 45-70 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1960s:
Post and scroll butterfly fittings: standard construction for pierced ears from the 1960s.
Die-stamped leaf tops: post-war jewellery manufacturing method.
Symmetrical wirework drop frames: typical mid-twentieth-century design.

This Independent Date Guide was compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. It works only from the photographs shown on this page and is never told the date the dealer has declared. It is a guide, not a guarantee of age, and occasional errors can occur.

Physical Dimensions
Height
2cm (0.79")
Width
0.8cm (0.31")
Depth
1.5cm (0.59")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1245853
Dealers Internal Reference
101035
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Description
A fine pair of delicate vintage 9ct Gold Vintage Oval Cut Garnet Drop Stud Earrings. The earrings are of lovely vintage quality and are set with a bezel set oval cut garnet (0.50ct) in each stud. The earrings marked for 9ct gold in excellent conditions. Each earring measures 20mm in length x 8mm in width. The earrings are studs with butterfly backs. Total weight is 1.6 grams.
fig 1. Pair of 9ct gold drop earrings featuring oval-cut dark red garnet stones set in bezel mounts beneath openwork scroll frames and shell-detailed post tops.
fig 1. 9ct Gold Vintage Oval Cut Garnet Drop Stud Earrings

Metal: 9ct Yellow Gold 

Hallmark: Marked for 9ct gold 

Stones: 1 x garnet (0.50ct) in each stud, 

Total Earring Measurements: 20mm in length x 8mm in width 

Weight: 1.6 g

The earrings are in excellent condition

Date of Manufacture

AgAu Jewellery has dated these Gold Garnet Drop Earrings to the 1960s.

Independent Date Report ID 09720971
Dealer's Item Date1960s
Sellingantiques dating1960s
Sellingantiques agingItem 45-70 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1960s:
Post and scroll butterfly fittings: standard construction for pierced ears from the 1960s.
Die-stamped leaf tops: post-war jewellery manufacturing method.
Symmetrical wirework drop frames: typical mid-twentieth-century design.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
2cm (0.79")
Width
0.8cm (0.31")
Depth
1.5cm (0.59")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1245853
Dealers Internal Ref
101035
AgAu Jewellery
AgAu Jewellery
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2011

To pay with a credit/debit/amex card, applepay & layaways shop online www.agauewellery.com or telephone orders 01617061316 / 07356262506.

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Archive I Pair of 9ct gold drop earrings featuring oval-cut dark red garnet stones set in bezel mounts beneath openwork scroll frames and shell-detailed post tops.

9ct Gold Vintage Oval Cut Garnet Drop Stud Earrings

Archive II Pair of 9ct gold drop earrings featuring oval-cut dark red garnet stones set in bezel mounts beneath openwork scroll frames and shell-detailed post tops. View II
Archive III Pair of 9ct gold drop earrings featuring oval-cut dark red garnet stones set in bezel mounts beneath openwork scroll frames and shell-detailed post tops. View III
Archive IV Pair of 9ct gold drop earrings featuring oval-cut dark red garnet stones set in bezel mounts beneath openwork scroll frames and shell-detailed post tops. View IV
Archive V Pair of 9ct gold drop earrings featuring oval-cut dark red garnet stones set in bezel mounts beneath openwork scroll frames and shell-detailed post tops. View V
Archive VI Pair of 9ct gold drop earrings featuring oval-cut dark red garnet stones set in bezel mounts beneath openwork scroll frames and shell-detailed post tops. View VI
Archive VII Pair of 9ct gold drop earrings featuring oval-cut dark red garnet stones set in bezel mounts beneath openwork scroll frames and shell-detailed post tops. View VII
Archive VIII Pair of 9ct gold drop earrings featuring oval-cut dark red garnet stones set in bezel mounts beneath openwork scroll frames and shell-detailed post tops. View VIII
Archive IX Pair of 9ct gold drop earrings featuring oval-cut dark red garnet stones set in bezel mounts beneath openwork scroll frames and shell-detailed post tops. View IX
Archive X Pair of 9ct gold drop earrings featuring oval-cut dark red garnet stones set in bezel mounts beneath openwork scroll frames and shell-detailed post tops. View X
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Pair of 9ct gold drop earrings featuring oval-cut dark red garnet stones set in bezel mounts beneath openwork scroll frames and shell-detailed post tops.
9ct Gold Vintage Oval Cut Garnet Drop Stud Earrings
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectEarrings
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleVintage
  • Material9ct Gold, Garnet
  • ColourGold, Deep Red
  • MotifsOval cut gemstones, Wirework scrolls, Shell motif tops, Bezel settings
  • SizeH 2 cm (1 in) x W 0.8 cm (0 in) x D 1.5 cm (1 in)

These vintage 9ct yellow gold drop earrings date from the 1960 period with a Victorian and Gothic design vibe. Each earring suspends a bezel-set, oval-cut deep red garnet measuring 0.50 carat within a polished frame. The openwork metal wirework leads upward to scroll motifs and shell-detailed post tops with butterfly backs. Observable details include scalloped shell mouldings, curved wire scrolls, and faceted stone settings in a matching golden hue. Overall dimensions measure 2 cm high by 0.8 cm wide by 1.5 cm deep. Such earrings suit personal wear for formal occasions or daily ensembles, pairing well with classic vintage attire or contemporary jewellery collections. The piece functions as a wearable accessory for an individual user, adding a subtle touch of colour and fine metalwork to an outfit. Stored securely in a dedicated jewellery box or displayed on a vanity tray when not in use, these items require minimal upkeep beyond gentle cleaning to maintain their gold finish and stone clarity.

FAQs

Garnets have been utilised in fine jewellery since ancient Roman and Victorian eras, valued for their deep red colouration and durability. Drop earrings incorporating garnets gained wide popularity during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries as decorative evening accessories.

Vintage garnet drop earrings are typically constructed using solid gold, ranging from 9ct to 18ct, or sterling silver. The gemstones are commonly oval or pear-cut garnets held within bezel or claw settings, suspended from hand-formed wirework or cast elements.

Authentic pieces generally feature stamped hallmarks or fineness marks, such as 375 for 9ct gold, on the posts, drops, or scroll backs. Genuine garnets exhibit natural inclusions under magnification and display a characteristic deep red to reddish-brown hue rather than air bubbles found in glass imitations.

Deep red garnet drop earrings offer a striking contrast against neutral modern tailoring, black evening wear, or crisp white shirts. Their drop silhouette frame the jawline, making them suitable as standalone statement accessories for formal or semi-formal occasions.

Clean garnet jewellery using warm water, mild dish soap, and a soft-bristled brush to remove accumulated dirt around the setting. Avoid exposure to harsh household chemicals, steam cleaners, or ultrasonic baths, and store pieces separately in lined jewellery boxes to prevent scratches.
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