This pair of antique 14K gold dangle earrings features two old briolette cut emeralds of a bluish-green color and old mine and rose cut diamonds.
The emeralds measure approximately 7.6 x 6.7 mm and 7.9 x 6.6 mm. Estimated weight: 2.17 ct and 2.19 ct.
The buttercup-set diamonds are approximately 0.35 ct and 0.30 ct.
Estimated total diamond weight is 1.20 ct
The earrings’ pendants are from the Victorian era, circa 1860. The silver-topped gold buttercup tops and closures are later replacements. The closures are marked with 1908-1917 Imperial mark for 56 zolotnik gold standard (14K)/Moscow assay symbol, and maker’s initials.
Total length with earwire 40 mm (1 1/2 in.)
Weight 4 and 4.1 grams