Victorian cushion diamond post earrings 18kt red gold

An original pair of antique Victorian post earrings, crafted circa 1870’s, in beautiful condition, set with cushion diamonds, silver/18kt red gold… A touch of history.

Antique jewelry object group: earrings
Country of origin: Although it does not carry any legible control marks we believe it to be of Belgian origin.
Style: Victorian - (styles overview)
Period: ca. 1870 (events and facts in 1870)
Material: Silver on top and backed with 18K red gold (see explanation on silver on gold). - (precious metals)
Diamonds: Two old mine brilliant cut diamonds (also called cushion cuts) with a total estimated weight of approx. 0.79 crt. and 20 rose cut diamonds. We do not have the weight of the diamonds which is normal in our trade when it comes to rose cuts.
Note: All diamond weights, color grades and clarity are approximate since the stones were not removed from their mounts to preserve the integrity of the setting.
Birthstones: Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April. - (general birthstones explanation)
Hallmarks: No trace. - (general hallmarks info)
Condition: excellent condition - (our condition scale)
Dimensions: diameter approximately 0.88 cm (0.35 inch)
Weight: 2.90 gram (1.86 dwt)

Reference Nº: 09067-4273

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