Pair of diamond pendent earrings, mid 19th century, composite

Each surmount of arched cluster design, to a central elongated pear-shaped swing drop, framed by a tied ribbon bow surmount and articulated line set with pear-, cushion-shaped, circular- and single-cut diamonds, mounted in silver and gold, drop detachable, later screw back fittings, composite, fitted case S.J.Phillips Ltd. 139, New Bond St. London, W.1.

Mounted in silver and gold. The old mine diamonds are of good colour and brilliance, on average I-J colour, VS-I clarity. Total diamond weight is approximately 12-15.00 carats. The mountings are showing signs of wear with solder on reverse and possible alteration at some point. Light tarnish and scratches commensurate with age. Overall condition is good.
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