circa 1890s
These classic antique cluster earrings are crafted in 14K gold. They feature two excellent old mine Russian demantoids of a vivid golden green color. Both demantoids have some beautiful horsetail inclusions, a unique feature of demantoids from the Urals. The demantoids are surrounded by bright white and chunky old mine cut diamonds.
Demantoids: 6 – 5.9 x 3.7 mm, approximately 1.02 ct and 5.8 – 5.7 x 3.6 mm, approximately 0.92 ct.
Estimated total demantoid weight is 1.94 carats.
Combined diamond weight is approximately 2.20 carats.
Diameter is 13 mm (1/2 in.)
Total length with ear wire is 20 mm (3/4 in.)
Weight: 2.16 and 2.09 grams.
The earrings have back to front closures, which are comfortable to wear, but it might take some time to get used to putting them on. This type of closure was very popular in the 1800s and early 1900s.
