Old minediamond earrings. A matching pair, each suspending a cushion shape old mine diamond in an open backclaw setting, two in total, one with a weight of 1.06 carats, the other with a weight of 1.02 carats. The total approximate diamond weight is 2.08 carats, to an elegant drop earring with curving claws, an openwork gallery and circular backholing, fitted to reverse with a secure hook and clasp, approximately 1.5cm in length. Tested 18 carat gold and platinum, circa 1905.
Old mine diamond earrings. A matching pair, each suspending a cushion shape old mine diamond in an open back claw setting, two in total, one with a weight of 1.06 carats, the other with a weight of 1.02 carats. The total approximate diamond weight is 2.08 carats, to an elegant drop earring with curving claws, an openwork gallery and circular backholing, fitted to reverse with a secure hook and clasp, approximately 1.5cm in length. Tested 18 carat gold and platinum, circa 1905.