Pretty In Pink - Vintage 14K White & Yellow Gold Natural Pink Topaz & Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings (VE433)

Pretty In Pink - Vintage 14K White & Yellow Gold Natural Pink Topaz & Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings. These lovely earrings are crafted from 14K yellow and white gold, hallmarked 14K.  The earrings feature two natural oval cut faceted pink topaz (treated to enhance the pink colour). 32 natural round full cut diamonds, classic styling, and quality craftsmanship. The earrings are created in a cluster design, showcasing  vibrant pink topaz gemstones, displaying  pinkish/orangey hues. The beautiful pink topaz are adorned by a sparkling diamond surround. The earrings are a stud design, featuring posts and secure butterfly backings for pierced ears.  These Vintage earrings are true classics that can be worn with everything and anything, day or night.

Note: Appraisal included with the earrings. Appraised at $2200.00 (Tax Excluded) 

History: The earliest diamonds were found in India in 4th century BC, although the youngest of these deposits were formed 900 million years ago. A majority of these early stones were transported along the network of trade routes that connected India and China, commonly known as the Silk Road.

Pink topaz was linked to spring and summer, while other topaz colors were linked to fall. Topaz symbolized the Egyptian Sun god, Ra. Ancient Egyptians felt it was an incredibly powerful stone. Hindus believed in the gemstone's protective abilities.

Pink topaz is known to come from Pakistan, Brazil and the Sanarlza River in Russia and the color comes from Chromium in the stone. The pink stones from Katlang, Pakistan have a slight violet tone and do not need to be treated. The stones from Brazil are typically heat treated to obtain their pink color.

Gold was generally used for a couple thousand years solely to create things such as jewelry and idols for worship. This was until around 1500 BC when the ancient empire of Egypt, which benefited greatly from its gold-bearing region, Nubia, made gold the first official medium of exchange for international trade.

White gold has been around since the turn of the 19th century, but it wasn't until the 1920s when it really started gaining popularity. At the time, platinum had been the preferred precious metal for jewellery. But it quickly became scarce as World War II raged on, and countries began to stockpile it for military use.

Measurements: Face of the Earrings 12.00 mm x 9.50 mm 

Stone Size: Pink Topaz 2.50 carat    Diamond .48 carats 

Weight: 3.90 grams 

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: America 

Date: Circa 1990