Earrings - 9 kt. Rose gold Ruby - Diamond

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Peter Wright
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Experienced gemmologist with over 65 years specializing in antique and cameo jewellery.

Estimate  € 4,200 - € 4,700
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These late-Victorian earrings are crafted in 9-carat rose gold and set with two Mozambique rubies totalling 3.13 ct, accompanied by 26 rose-cut diamonds totalling 1.50 ct, with a GFCO Gem Lab report.

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Victorian Button-Style Earrings (Late 19th Century) in 9kt Rose Gold with Mozambique Rubies totaling 3.13 ct and Rose-Cut Diamonds.

An elegant pair of authentic Victorian-era earrings (late 19th century), handcrafted in the classic button-style design in 9kt rose gold and adorned with two substantial Mozambique rubies and a rich border of rose-cut diamonds. Accompanied by a GFCO GEM LAB Gemological Certificate

Lot Description

These splendid antique earrings feature the typical openwork craftsmanship of the late 19th century, with a pierced basket setting and the classic rear hook closure, ensuring excellent comfort and a secure fit on the earlobe.
At the center are two natural Mozambique rubies of exceptional carat weight (one 1.61 ct, Red Pink hue, and one 1.52 ct, Pink Red hue), characterized by excellent color saturation and vivid brilliance. Both gemstones have undergone standard heat treatment (Standard Heat), as documented in the certificate. The perimeter of each earring is enhanced by a rich border of natural rose-cut diamonds (approximately 1.50 ct total, G color), expertly set in period settings that amplify the brilliance of the center stones.

Technical and Gemological Specifications

• Type: Antique button-style earrings (Dormeuses)
• Historical period: Late 19th century (Victorian period)
• Precious metal: 9kt rose gold (tested throughout; period piece)
• Crown dimensions: 1.70 cm x 1.20 cm
• Total weight: 3.64 grams
• Certification: Sold with a GFCO GEM LAB Gemological Certificate
Details of the Center Rubies (Certified):

• Gemstone 1: Natural ruby, 1.61 ct – Red Pink color (Excellent saturation)
• Gemstone 2: Natural ruby, 1.52 ct – Pink Red color (Excellent saturation)
• Origin: Mozambique
• Treatment: Standard Heat (traditional heat treatment)

Details of the Surrounding Diamonds:
•26 diamonds totaling 1.50 ct.
• Cut: Rose cut (period rose cut)
• Estimated total carat weight: 1.50 ct in total
• Color grade: G (Extra white)

It will be shipped in a gift box with tracked and insured shipping.
A certificate of authenticity for the item, detailing the characteristics of the stones and gold, will be issued.

Seller's Story

Top Quality Jewels has been operating in the jewelry industry for over a century. Art, tradition and competence distinguish our jewels. Every day we search for period objects, which have lived through the history of the centuries, to arrive at the most modern jewels of our production, in step with the times.
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Victorian Button-Style Earrings (Late 19th Century) in 9kt Rose Gold with Mozambique Rubies totaling 3.13 ct and Rose-Cut Diamonds.

An elegant pair of authentic Victorian-era earrings (late 19th century), handcrafted in the classic button-style design in 9kt rose gold and adorned with two substantial Mozambique rubies and a rich border of rose-cut diamonds. Accompanied by a GFCO GEM LAB Gemological Certificate

Lot Description

These splendid antique earrings feature the typical openwork craftsmanship of the late 19th century, with a pierced basket setting and the classic rear hook closure, ensuring excellent comfort and a secure fit on the earlobe.
At the center are two natural Mozambique rubies of exceptional carat weight (one 1.61 ct, Red Pink hue, and one 1.52 ct, Pink Red hue), characterized by excellent color saturation and vivid brilliance. Both gemstones have undergone standard heat treatment (Standard Heat), as documented in the certificate. The perimeter of each earring is enhanced by a rich border of natural rose-cut diamonds (approximately 1.50 ct total, G color), expertly set in period settings that amplify the brilliance of the center stones.

Technical and Gemological Specifications

• Type: Antique button-style earrings (Dormeuses)
• Historical period: Late 19th century (Victorian period)
• Precious metal: 9kt rose gold (tested throughout; period piece)
• Crown dimensions: 1.70 cm x 1.20 cm
• Total weight: 3.64 grams
• Certification: Sold with a GFCO GEM LAB Gemological Certificate
Details of the Center Rubies (Certified):

• Gemstone 1: Natural ruby, 1.61 ct – Red Pink color (Excellent saturation)
• Gemstone 2: Natural ruby, 1.52 ct – Pink Red color (Excellent saturation)
• Origin: Mozambique
• Treatment: Standard Heat (traditional heat treatment)

Details of the Surrounding Diamonds:
•26 diamonds totaling 1.50 ct.
• Cut: Rose cut (period rose cut)
• Estimated total carat weight: 1.50 ct in total
• Color grade: G (Extra white)

It will be shipped in a gift box with tracked and insured shipping.
A certificate of authenticity for the item, detailing the characteristics of the stones and gold, will be issued.

Seller's Story

Top Quality Jewels has been operating in the jewelry industry for over a century. Art, tradition and competence distinguish our jewels. Every day we search for period objects, which have lived through the history of the centuries, to arrive at the most modern jewels of our production, in step with the times.
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Details

Estimated period
1850-1900
No. of main gemstones
2
Lab report number
AEP54844
Diamond type of surrounding stones
Natural
Laboratory report
GFCO Gem Lab
Era
1400-1900
Cutting style of surrounding stones
Rose cut
Fineness
9 kt.
Brand jewellery
No
Total carat weight of main stone(s)
3.13
Number of diamonds surrounding stones
26
Metal
Rose gold
Colour of main stone
Red
Total carat weight of surrounding stones
1.50
Main stone
Ruby
Total weight
3.64 g
Cut grade of main stone
Very good
Surrounding stones
Diamond
Transparency of main stone
Transparent
Condition
Very good condition - slightly used with small signs of wear
Gender
Women
Clarity grade of main stone
Slight
Treatment of main stone
Commonly heated with no evidence of treatment
Shape of main stone
Oval
Country of origin of main stone (if certified)
Mozambique
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Objects sold
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