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Red Carpet Wonders  - Vintage Sterling Silver Rose Cut Diamond & Emerald Elegant  Earrings.  These breathtaking earrings are crafted from sterling silver, hallmarked 925.  Featuring 700 natural rose cut diamonds, 28 genuine pear shaped emeralds Georgian/Victorian styling and  quality silver-work. Theses earrings are hand-made in the form of leaves.   The surmounts and the dangle are adorned by a sea of sparkling diamonds and vibrant green emeralds.  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. 

Its name comes from the ancient Greek word for green, “smaragdus.” Rome's Pliny the Elder described emerald in his Natural History, published in the first century AD: “… nothing greens greener” was his verdict. ... The first known emerald mines were in Egypt, dating from at least 330 BC into the 1700s.  Emerald was one of Cleopatras favourite gemstones, this is known through documentation. 

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 76.00 mm x 24.00 mm

Stone Size: Diamonds (rose cut) 3.89 carats  Emeralds 4.00 carats 

Weight: 18.80 grams

Condition: Excellent

Origin: South Asia

Date: Cica 1980