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Vintage Diamonds Dormeuses Earrings, 14kt Yellow and White Gold, Circa 1930
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Vintage Diamonds Dormeuses Earrings, 14kt Yellow and White Gold, Circa 1930

1920 - 1940
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Weight: 5.27gr

Metal: 14kt yellow and white gold

Condition: Very Good

Stones: 4 Diamonds

* Cut: Round

* Total carat weight: 50ct approx.

* Colour: I/J

* Clarity: VS

Hallmarks: French – scallop

Comments: Those beautiful earrings are made 14kt yellow and white gold. They are set with 2 brilliant cut diamonds. They are topped with a round cut diamonds. They are called dormeuses because women used to sleep with them. They are marked with the French scallop for 14kt gold. They are from the Thirties and are in very good vintage condition.

Dimensions: Height: 17.16mm/ 0.67in

Length: 13.61mm / 0.53in

Width: 9.27mm / 0.36

All our items comes with either a gemmological report or a jewellery report with circa and all useful information.

Declaration

Heritagem has dated these Vintage Diamond Dormeuse Earrings to the 1940s.

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SA902922
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10089
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Description
Weight: 5.27gr

Metal: 14kt yellow and white gold

Condition: Very Good

Stones: 4 Diamonds

Cut: Round

fig 1. A pair of 14kt yellow and white gold dormeuse earrings with floral drop settings mounted with round diamonds.
fig 1. Vintage Diamonds Dormeuses Earrings, 14kt Yellow and White Gold, Circa 1930

Total carat weight: 50ct approx.

Colour: I/J

Clarity: VS

Hallmarks: French – scallop

Comments: Those beautiful earrings are made 14kt yellow and white gold. They are set with 2 brilliant cut diamonds. They are topped with a round cut diamonds. They are called dormeuses because women used to sleep with them. They are marked with the French scallop for 14kt gold. They are from the Thirties and are in very good vintage condition.

fig 2. A pair of 14kt yellow and white gold dormeuse earrings with floral drop settings mounted with round diamonds.
fig 2. Vintage Diamonds Dormeuses Earrings, 14kt Yellow and White Gold, Circa 1930

Dimensions: Height: 17.16mm/ 0.67in

Length: 13.61mm / 0.53in

Width: 9.27mm / 0.36

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All our items comes with either a gemmological report or a jewellery report with circa and all useful information.
Heritagem
Date of Manufacture

Heritagem has dated these Vintage Diamond Dormeuse Earrings to the 1940s.

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SA902922
Dealers Internal Ref
10089
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Archive I A pair of 14kt yellow and white gold dormeuse earrings with floral drop settings mounted with round diamonds.

Vintage Diamonds Dormeuses Earrings, 14kt Yellow and White Gold, Circa 1930

Archive II A pair of 14kt yellow and white gold dormeuse earrings with floral drop settings mounted with round diamonds. View II
Archive III A pair of 14kt yellow and white gold dormeuse earrings with floral drop settings mounted with round diamonds. View III
Archive IV A pair of 14kt yellow and white gold dormeuse earrings with floral drop settings mounted with round diamonds. View IV
Archive V A pair of 14kt yellow and white gold dormeuse earrings with floral drop settings mounted with round diamonds. View V
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A pair of 14kt yellow and white gold dormeuse earrings with floral drop settings mounted with round diamonds.
Vintage Diamonds Dormeuses Earrings, 14kt yellow and white gold, circa 1930
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A pair of 14kt yellow and white gold dormeuse earrings with floral drop settings mounted with round diamonds.
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Dormeuse earrings, derived from the French word for sleeper, originated in the nineteenth century as small, secure earrings designed to be worn at night to prevent earlobe piercings from closing. By the early twentieth century, the style evolved into decorative daytime and evening jewellery characterised by a front-facing gem setting and a hinged leverback closure.

1930s dormeuse earrings were predominantly constructed using yellow gold, white gold, or platinum, often combining metals to highlight gemstone colour. Settings frequently featured diamonds or precious coloured stones held in place with delicate claws or bezel settings.

Authentic 1930s pieces typically feature period hallmarks indicating metal purity, along with hand-finished metalwork such as milgrain or engraved details. The leverback mechanism closes securely from the back to the front, and diamonds often display vintage cuts like old European or single cuts rather than modern brilliant cuts.

These classic drop earrings complement both contemporary minimalist outfits and formal attire due to their compact drop profile and floral silhouette. When displayed off the body, they are frequently stored on velvet ring trays or inside glass cloches atop a dressing table.

Clean vintage diamond earrings using warm water, mild detergent, and a soft-bristled brush to remove oil and dust behind the settings. Ensure the hinged leverback joints are inspected regularly by a professional jeweller to maintain mechanical integrity.
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