18th century georgian / early Victorian diamond fleur de lis night/day earrings

$4,500.00

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A pair of 18th century georgian / early Victorian rose cut fleur de lis night/day earrings diamond pendant earrings comprised of a round-shaped diamond in a surrounding frame and suspended from a “fleur de lis” motif surmounts. Day and night earrings have an upper part, suspending another detachable ornament. The top part of the earring is to be worn alone for daytime, the pendant added for evening wear. These earrings are also known as “Top and Drop” earrings. The stones are set in silver on 18 karat gold in closed back setting typical of the period.

Height of earrings: 45mm, wide: 16mm, possible to unhook dangle and only wear top. Later but antique hooks in 18 Karat- Total weight 10gram.