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Gatsby Jewellery Ltd has dated this piece to the 1930s.
The centre of the drop holds a rubover set old cut diamonds which “floats” within a surround of a further nine old cut diamonds that graduate in size toward the bottom. Each diamonds is interset with a bar of onyx, providing a dramatic contrast between the white of the diamonds. Exquisite.
Cut – Old mine / miner cut diamonds in the drop. The diamonds at the top are old European cuts.
Colour – H to J.
Clarity – VS2 to SI1
Carat – The diamonds in the top are approximately 0.50 carat each. Each of the drops holds approximately 0.42 carat of diamonds.
Circa – 1930.
Measurements – From top to the bottom is 25.5mm. The drop is 17.5mm by 14mm
Metal – Platinum backed 18k yellow gold. Tested.
Gatsby Jewellery Ltd has dated this piece to the 1930s.
Gatsby jewellery are a husband and wife team who have years of knowledge and experience in dealing in fine antique jewellery.
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Art Deco 1.84 Carat Old Cut Diamond & Onyx Drop Earrings, Circa 1930
