19th Century Rose Diamond Drop Earrings

These are the prettiest pair of earrings that we have had in a while, most likely of Dutch origin. They are 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) gold and have been clawA precious metal prong used to hold a gemstone in place. set with graduated rose diamonds with pear shaped rose diamondA precious, lustrous gemstone made of highly compressed carbon. Diamonds are one of the hardest materials known to mankind. Colours of diamonds range from colourless, yellow, orange and brown to almost black. Natural coloured (or ‘fancy’) diamonds can be extremely rare. The cut, colour, clarity and carat weight of a diamond are the criteria jewellers use… drops. In between the top and the base are bows set with small rose diamonds. They look fantastic when worn.