Vintage 1950's Retro pendent earrings with diamonds and rubies

These vintage 1950s Retro pendant earrings are a harmonious blend of style and opulence. Fashioned from two tones of 18K gold, they exemplify the era's penchant for stylized, geometric forms. Adorned with 34 single brilliant cut diamonds and 36 vibrant rubies, these earrings are a testament to the luxurious aesthetics of the post-war period. The fusion of glittering diamonds and rich rubies, set in a design that balances boldness and elegance, makes these earrings more than mere accessories; they are a celebration of the transformative power of jewellery, embodying the spirit of the Retro and Fifties era with every glint and gleam.

Antique jewelry object group
earrings long hanging

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
unknown

Style
Between Retro and Fifties
See also: Retro and Fifties (of the twentieth century)
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Style specifics
Retro Style is a recent designation for the period in the forties when large scale, stylized geometric forms, drapes, bows or ribbons were all the rage. Pink Gold, set with colored stones, sometimes in floral forms was common.

Period
ca. 1950
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Material
Two tones of precious metal, the main part being 18K yellow gold and the white parts are either white gold or platinum. (touchstone tested)
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Diamonds
34 single brilliant cut diamonds (also called 8/8) with an estimated weight of ± 0.70ct colour and clarity F/H, vs/i

All diamond weights, color grades and clarity are approximate since stones are not removed from their mounts to preserve the integrity of the setting.
All diamonds we offer are screened by the I.J.G.C. for whether they are natural or synthetic, and all diamonds in this jewel are 100% guaranteed to be natural.

Precious stones
36 rubies . We did not check if the rubies are lab produced or not as this information has no influence on the value of this jewel. Natural rubies and lab produced rubies were both used in this era, rather more for their effect than for their intrinsic value. with an estimated weight of ± 1.20ct

All color stone weights are approximate since stones are not removed from their mounts to preserve the integrity of the setting.
It is a very common practice to treat gemstones to intensify their clarity or colour. The item in question has not been tested in this regard.

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April and ruby for July.
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Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
height 3,88 cm (1,53 inch)
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Weight
12,80 gram (8,23 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
23026-0041

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