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Heritagem has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
Metal: 18kt yellow gold and enamel
Condition: Very good, consistent with age
Stones: 2 rose cut diamonds
• Total carat weight: 0.60ct approximately
• Colour: I/J
• Clarity: Si
Hallmarks: French, the eagle’s head
Comments: These very refined earrings are made in 18kt yellow gold. They are adorned with a rose cut diamond and a piece of onyx. The diamonds are around 0.30ct approximately each (one has a small chip). They come with a tassel made in 18kt gold and can be removed. They enhanced with black enamel line on the top (few traces of wears). The tassels are controlled with the French eagle’s head.
We call this kind of earrings Dormeuses because women used to sleep with them how they are delightful to wear.
Dimensions: Height: 41.92mm / 1.65in
Width / Face: 12.50mm / 0.49in
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Heritagem has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
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Antique Victorian Rose Cut Diamonds Onyx Tassels Dormeuses Earrings, 18kt Yellow Gold and Enamel, Circa 1880, France
