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Glitter & Colour - Vintage Sterling Silver Rose Cut Diamond & Pink Sapphire Jewelled Gypsy Earrings.  These glorious earrings are crafted from sterling silver, hallmarked 925.  Featuring 300 natural rose cut diamonds, 48 genuine marquise shaped Pink Sapphires. Georgian/Victorian styling and quality silver-work. Theses earrings are hand-made in the form of crescent moon hoops.   The surmounts and the dangle are adorned by a sea of sparkling diamonds and pink sapphires. The sapphires display a medium tone with a purplish pink hue.  They exhibit lovely detail,  and feature posts and large secure butterfly backs for pierced ears. The earrings exhibit a perfect aged patina throughout the entire earrings. These Vintage Antique Revival earrings look stunning when worn, wonderful dramatic earrings to add to any fine jewelry collection. 

Note: Appraisal included with the earrings. 

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.

With anywhere from 3 to 24 facets, a Rose Cut Diamond resembles the shape of a rose bud. In general, they are flat at the bottom and creating a larger surface area for the stone's brilliance. One of the most striking characteristics of a Rose Cut Diamond is its flat base.

You cannot look at rose cut diamond jewelry factually with a recut formula in mind, its value is object driven. Rose cuts are a greater challenge in estimating weight once they have been mounted (especially if they are closed back). These rose cut diamonds are hand cut, which makes them so special. 

Origin. Pink sapphires have become more available since new deposits were found in Madagascar in the late 1990s. Until that time, pink sapphires were considered exceptionally rare since they were only found in a few locations around the world, the most popular locations being Sri Lanka, Myanmar and East Africa.Mar. 23, 2015

Origin of Hoop Earrings The first hoop earrings originated around 2500 B.C.E. in Nubia, an African civilization located in what we now call Sudan. The ear jewelry was created in gold, silver, and bronze. In 1000 B.C.E., tapered hoop earrings spread to other cultures around the world. This particular example is a take in the hoop, known as a gypsy or creole design.  This elegant version has a front facing crescent moon design. 

These hand-made earrings are made in the manner of antique jewelry.  White gold was not invented so silver was used to set off the gemstones. This piece is made in a similar way to those antique pieces.

Cleaning:  Do not immerse in liquid.   To clean gently wipe with soft damp cloth (not saturated) with water only. Pat dry immediately with soft dry cloth. 

Measurements:  Earrings 52.00 mm x 32.00 mm  

Stone Size: Diamond 3.06 carats   Pink Sapphires 6.93 carats 

Weight: 13.80 grams

Condition: Excellent

Origin: South Asia

Date: Cica 1980