Early 20th Century Platinum Drop Earrings Set With Diamonds In Original Case

A stunning pair of platinumDerives from the Spanish word ‘platina’ meaning ‘little silver’. Acknowledged since the 1900s, platinum’s durability and natural brightness has been and still is today highly treasured A metallic element prized for its rarity, whiteness, high tensile strength and insusceptibility to corrosion, platinum first became widely used in jewellery in the late ninete… earrings that were made circa 1920. They are typical of the transitional period from the EdwardianJewellery made in the Edwardian era (1901-1914). style to the geometric style of the 1920s and have been set with graduated early brilliant cutA circular gemstone cut, especially for diamonds or other transparent stones, with 57 or 58 facets. This cut returns the greatest amount of brilliancy, fire, and white light to the eye, making it an immensely popular cut. Also known as the Modern Brilliant Cut, the American Brilliant Cut, or the Ideal Cut. diamonds. The stones are a high colour. The design is cool with platinum chevrons and articulatedIn jewellery, an articulated piece is composed of segments with flexible connections. links. They come in their original case that has an ivory silk interior with the retailers name Hartley. 45 Albemarle St. London.

When worn they look fabulous.