Butterfly Pearl and Diamond Earrings by Stefan Hafner

Pair of 18ct white gold, South Sea pearl and diamond 'Eden'…
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Pair of 18ct white gold, South Sea pearl and diamond 'Eden' earrings, Stefan Hafner for Paspaley, each surmount modelled as a butterfly with rose-cut diamond wings and a brilliant-cut diamond body, suspending two articulated knife edge lines claw-set at intervals with brilliant-cut diamonds and terminating in a cultured button pearl measuring 13 mm, the diamonds together stated to weigh 6.23 carats, length approximately 67 mm, signed Sh for Stefan Hafner, maker's mark P for Paspaley, Italian assay mark, post fittings. Accompanied by a Paspaley certificate of authenticity and pouch.

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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.
  • 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.

  • Assay / Assayed - Assaying is the testing of a metal, most commonly silver and gold to determine its ingredients and quality. In Britain, once an item of silver or gold has been assayed, a mark is stamped on it, certifying its purity. Known as hallmark, it derives its name from the Guild Hall of the Goldsmiths' Company, who recieved its Charter in 1327 giving it the power to assay and mark articles of gold and silver.

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