Crafted in 18ct yellow gold with splendid marquise and round brilliant cut diamonds Set with a beautiful silver rose pearl that is bordered by the sparkling diamonds in an elegant floral design

Fitted with clips and post fittings for pierced ears so they sit comfortable and securely on the ear

These fabulous diamond pearl post earrings earrings look stunning when worn

• Earrings 21 cm (0.8″) long
• Each earring with 4 marquise diamonds 4.5m – 4.2mm and 4 round brilliant cut diamonds 3mm – 2.5mm
• Total diamond weight circa 1.50 carat
• Colour H/ I clarity VSI / SI
• Cultured Pearls 11.8 mm
• Pearls smooth and even coloured with a little typical minor pitting
• Fully hallmarked 18 ct Gold London 1981 and with makers mark CLd
• They weigh 11.8 grams
• Clips and posts for pieced ears
• Excellent condition
• These diamond pearl post earrings come in the presentation box illustrated
• our ref: 23251

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Pearls, amber and coral are precious gems produced by plants and animals.

These gems are adored because they are so attractive and rare and have thus been worn as jewellery for thousands of years. The most highly prized and the most expensive of this group are the fabulous and amazing pearls, they have one unique quality, which is, they can be worn by anyone, at any time, in any situation!

Factors affecting the price of pearls.

Pearl types, Lustre, thickness of nacre, colour, shape, size, surface quality, treatment status. The most expensive type of pearl is the natural pearl, these were the only type available until about 1900, when Mikimoto started to produce cultured pearls. Cultured pearls are from farmed oysters, whereas natural pearls come from “wild” oysters. Also, we have sea water pearls from the oceans and freshwater pearls from the rivers and streams. Seed pearls were very small pearls used extensively in Victorian jewellery. Artificial pearls are made from many materials often coloured glass.

Pearls are traditionally the birthstone for June.

Care of your vintage-antique pearls.

Pearls are delicate and can easily be damaged, pearl is just 2.5 on the Mohs hardness scale. They should be wrapped in silk cloth so that they do not dry out or become scratched by other hard objects or jewellery.

Pearls absorb oils from your skin and it keeps them looking bright and lustrous, otherwise, pearls will dry out.

Also, pearls are not resistant to sprays and perfumes.