19th Century Pearl and Diamond Cluster Earrings

Natural pearl and diamond cluster earrings, 19th century, each…
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Natural pearl and diamond cluster earrings, 19th century, each with a pearl measuring approximately 80 x 7.80 x 5.50 mm and 7.35 x 7.85 x 5.30 mm within a rose-cut diamond border, mounted in gold, gross weight 6.1gm, length 2.2 cm. Provenance: Lady Mount Stephen (1864-1933). Elsie Reford (1872-1967). Direct descent to the current owner

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  • Rose Cut - A flat based cut for a preious stone, leaving the surface covered with triangular facets, usually 24 in total.

    It was introduced in the 15th century and popular during the 16th and 17th centuries.

    The rose cut was the most popular form of diamond cut until the discovery of the brilliant cut at the end of the 17th century, after which its use declined.

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