Exotic Waterfalls - Vintage Sterling Silver Rose Cut Diamond & Tanzanite Chandelier Earrings (VE150)

Exotic Waterfalls - Vintage Sterling Silver Rose Cut Diamond & Tanzanite Chandelier Earrings.  These stunning earrings are crafted from sterling silver, hallmarked 925.  Featuring 58 natural rose cut diamonds, 258 natural (smaller) rose cut diamonds, 2 baguette diamonds, 2 natural oval cut tanzanite, 2 natural round cut tanzanite, 32 natural tear drop shape tanzanite, Georgian/ Victorian styling, and quality silver-work and detail.  These breathtaking earrings are in the form of a chandelier, known as a waterfall design.  The surmount is in the form of a cluster, which houses a tanzanite, surrounded by glowing rose cut diamonds.  The dangling segment flows with its circles and scrolls, adorned with glowing rose cut diamonds and a central tanzanite.  The bottom portion of the central segment is geometric, featuring a linear line set with sparkling diamonds, which supports beautiful segmented stands of tanzanite and diamond jewels.  The earrings a beautifully articulated with wonderful movement. The tanzanite displays a gorgeous rich velvety lavender/blue colour, contrasting perfectly with the clear sparkling diamonds.  They are for pierced ears, and feature posts and large secure butterfly backs. The special earrings exhibit a beautiful aged patina throughout the earrings adding character to them. These vintage Georgian Revival earrings  are so eye catching, that they look like they can be worn on the red carpet They are truly heirloom earrings in the making to be treasured and enjoyed for many years to come. 

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. 

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.

Tanzanite is relatively new to the colored stone galaxy. As the most common story of the tanzanite mining boom goes, in 1967 a Masai tribesman (Manuel de Souza) stumbled upon a cluster of highly transparent, intense violet-to-blue crystals weathering out of the earth in Merelani, an area of northern Tanzania.

According to a Tanzanian geologist, the circumstances that led to its formation 585 million years ago were so exceptional that the likelihood of finding tanzanite anywhere else on earth is one in a million, making it a thousand times rarer than diamonds.

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 90.00 mm x 29.00 mm

Stone Size: Diamonds (rose cut) 3.06 carats  Tanzanite 13.59 carats

Weight: 26.82 grams

Condition: Excellent

Origin: South Asia

Date: Circa 1980