French Belle Epoque 18ct White Gold Three Stone Diamond Drop Earrings

A striking pair of 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) white goldWhite gold is an alloy of gold and at least one other white metal – most often nickel or palladium (both of which act as a bleaching agent to reduce the natural yellow colour of the gold). drop earrings that were made in France circa 1910-1920. They have each been clawA precious metal prong used to hold a gemstone in place. set with three graduated good bright white transition cutDirect descendants of the Old European Cut, this progressive cuts saw an evolution toward a larger table, a lower crown, and a smaller culet than previous cuts. However, unlike later brilliants, the girdles of these stones remained unfaceted. Considered a precursor to both the Modern Round Brilliant and the Ideal cuts. diamonds, the largest at the bottom. They have secure hinge back fittings. When worn they look very sparkly