Old Cut Diamond Drop Earrings in Silver and Rose Gold

$7,200.00

A circular cluster of 19th-century old mine cut diamonds dangling gently from a single old mine cut diamond. Handmade mountings in silver topped gold with 18kt gold wire and lever backs. Total diamond weight is 3.10 cts, graded as H-I color, VS clarity. 3.9 grams

A circular cluster of 19th-century old mine cut diamonds dangling gently from a single old mine cut diamond. Handmade mountings in silver topped gold with 18kt gold wire and lever backs. Total diamond weight is 3.10 cts, graded as H-I color, VS clarity. 3.9 grams

This style of drop or dangling earrings is often called dormeuses, and they represent a timeless elegance rooted in the 18th and 19th centuries, characterized by their hinged hoop design that comfortably "sleeps" against the earlobe when not worn. These earrings often feature intricate craftsmanship in precious metals such as gold or silver, sometimes adorned with gemstones or pearls, reflecting the artistry of their period. Their secure yet delicate mechanism made them a favored choice among European aristocracy, blending practicality with refined beauty. It is the perfect earrings from Day to Night.