Platinum and Pearl Ribbon Earrings by Paspaley

Pair of platinum, South Sea Keshi pearl and diamond 'Ribbon Dew…
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Pair of platinum, South Sea keshi pearl and diamond 'Ribbon Dew Drop' earrings, Paspaley, each hoop surmount pave-set to the front with brilliant-cut diamonds suspending a trace link chain supporting five keshi Baroque pearl drops measuring from approximately 7 to 9 mm and further accented by claw-set brilliant-cut diamond drops, the diamonds together stated to weigh 0.492 carat, length approximately 55 mm, maker's mark P for Paspaley, post fittings. Accompanied by a Paspaley certificate of authenticity and pouch.

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  • Carat - A carat (abbreviated "ct") is a unit of measurement used to describe the weight of a diamond or other gemstone, and separately is a unit of measurement used to describe the weight of precious metals such as gold,.

    For gemstones, one carat is equal to 0.2 grams or 200 milligrams. The weight of a diamond is one of the Four Cs (along with cut, colour, and clarity) that are used to determine a diamond's value.

    It is important to note that a diamond's weight does not necessarily correspond to its size. A diamond's cut, which affects how well it reflects light, can make a diamond of a lower weight appear larger than a diamond of a higher weight. Additionally, the carat is not the only factor to determine the value of a diamond, other factors such as clarity, colour and cut are important too.

    In the gold industry, the purity of gold is measured in carats (abbreviated "ct"), with 24 karats being pure gold and lower carat numbers indicating a lower purity level. So, for example, 18 carat gold is 18/24 or 75% pure gold, and 12 carat gold is 12/24 or 50% pure gold.
  • Keshi Pearls - Keshi is a Japanese word meaning 'poppy seed', but not an indicator of the true size of the pearl. But keshi pearls are small, and are usually irregular in shape. They are sold by weight rather than size as is usual with pearls. Originally a by-product of pearl farming, most Keshi pearls are now deliberately cultivated.
  • Claw Set Jewellery - The description "claw set" in jewellery refers to a setting where the gemstone is held in place by metal prongs that resemble claws. These prongs are bent over the edges of the gemstone to secure it in the setting. This type of setting is commonly used for diamonds and other precious stones.

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