Pair of pearl and diamond drops, 19th Century

Each suspending a drop shaped pearl capped with rose diamonds, to a surmount set with circular-cut stones, later fittings to allow drops to be worn with a pair of stud earrings.

Metal tested as sliver and gold. Pearls a white to slightly cream body colour with cream and very light rosé overtones, medium lustre, slight pitting to surface and slight scratches, drill whole to bottom of one pearl but not apparent when worn. For further information, please refer to the SSEF report. Diamonds bright and lively. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with age. In good condition.
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