Vintage dangle Earrings 20k Gold, Pearls, Diamonds, Enamel India (6810)

Vintage dangle earrings. 20k gold,  Pearls, diamonds and enamel. Made in India, circa 1950-60's.

 

Measurements: Weight is 13.4 grams. Length approximately 1 1/2 inches (3.6cm). Pearls approximately 12mm in diameter.

 

Description : Elegant long drop earrings. Surmounts consist of an upper inverse tear-shaped cell and a lower hexagonal cell of gold, enclosing polki diamonds (diamonds cut flat with simple facets). Gold in ridged, layers, one within the other. A pair of gold rings attach a calyx like mount, set with another polki diamond in a gold cell and holding a pearl drop. Slight golden color to pearls.

 

The backs of the surmounts are enamelled in white and red. The wires are almost certainly replacements.

 

Extremely elegant looking earrings. Versatile - can be worn with jeans or to the opera. Would also be an excellent choice as bridal earrings. A great addition to any wardrobe or jewelry collection.

 

Marks and Metal: No marks. Gold was acid tested to ensure metal purity.

 

Condition: Wear commensurate with age. One pearl has a pin-prick sized 'hole', original to the natural creation of the pearl. Please see enlarged pictures and don't hesitate to ask questions which we will do our best to answer.