Victorian Diamond & Pearl Leaf Earrings

Circa 1895, a pair of antique 10k rosy-yellow gold leaf earrings, set with split pearls and a brightly prismatic old mine-cut diamond in the center. The diamonds are completely natural with an energetic sparkle that dances in the light.

Details: The earrings are fitted with lever backs that close back to front, stamped with an illegible hallmark. Measuring approximately 1" from top of the ear-wire curve to bottom of the leaf, the leaves themselves are 13/16" long by 1/2" wide. The old mine-cut diamonds have an estimated .18-.22 ctw for the pair. Not marked for gold content but XRF tests to 10k, 2.7 gram weight for the pair.

Condition: In excellent antique condition with a light patina and some oxidization on the back, not visible when worn. It's possible some of the pearls are replacements.