Antique Early Victorian 9ct And Silver Diamond Drop Earrings Circa 1850
These charming and captivating earrings date to the early to mid Victorian era circa 1850, crafted in a time when jewellers worked with candle or early gas lighting and were designed to be worn and seen under similar lighting conditions. The allure of old cut diamonds, set in silver settings (backed in gold) modelled to dance and sparkle with movement, is as appealing today as it was a century and a half ago.
Measuring just shy of 3cm drop from the ear, each earring features five old Mine cut diamonds set in individual Silver cut down collet settings, backed in 9ct gold, and topped with very solid 9ct gold shepherd hook ear wires.
Enchanting and rich with history these early earrings are truly a collectors dream.
STONES
Diamond - Old mine cuts
10 @ approximately 2.6 - 2.94mm each / 0.07ct - 0.10ct each
Estimated TDW 0.90ct
MEASUREMENTS
Drop from ear 3cm
WEIGHT
2.54 Grams
MARKS
None
Tested as slightly above 9ct gold and Silver
CONDITION
Very very good antique condition. Shepherds hooks are very firm and solid, no bends or warping. Diamonds are well set and secure. No repairs. Lovely condition.
Please note boxes are for display only unless otherwise stated.
Laybys & Hold Policy
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pay? At Graisons, we offer suitable layby terms for pieces priced $400 AUD and above. Contact us for more details.
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Shipping & Delivery
Free Complimentary Express Shipping: Australia & Select International Countries.
We are pleased to offer free complimentary express postage, fully insured with tracking and signature on delivery using Australia Post.
For all international purchases, a third party postal company will complete the final stage of delivery.
Orders are dispatched within one-two business days of purchase. Once complete, a tracking number will be forwarded to you via email notification.
We are currently shipping to the following international countries:
UK, USA, CANADA, SINGAPORE, NEW ZEALAND, HONG KONG.
PLEASE NOTE: Any duties imposed by countries for importing our items are the buyers responsibility. Please contact your local customs agency if you wish to discuss potential rates and fees.
Caring For Antique & Vintage Jewellery
We absolutely pride ourselves on sourcing the best quality pieces for our customers, with many of our items valued by our registered jeweller/gemologist.
Our collection consists of pieces that are of antique and vintage condition, which means that all our items are secondhand and used. Customers are not purchasing 'new', 'perfect' and 'unworn items', and as such, should expect wear and imperfection. Any condition issues are always extensively mentioned in the condition summary.
Please do not hesitate to ask questions prior to purchase. It is the responsibility of the purchaser to ensure that these descriptions and pictures are carefully viewed and any questions are asked prior to the transaction taking place.
Please refer to our guide, Caring For Antique & Vintage Jewellery for more details.
Your Purchase: What Is Included?
Your purchase will be lovingly packaged in our custom made, eco-friendly Graisons Fine Jewellery Jewel box tied with ribbon inside our custom made packaging/mailing box.
For added safety and security, all purchases are shipped inside an Australia Post medium sized mailing box.
If your item includes an independent valuation, the physical certificate will be included.
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