Marcasites
are known as "Black Diamonds"; they are formed from Hematite – an
iridescent black-grey stone found in the mountains of the English Lake
District. Large crystals have so much lustre that they used to be used as
mirrors!
GORGEOUS LONG ART DECO
SILVER LAPIS LAZULI & MARCASITE EARRINGS
(Ref:4375)
The Fabulous Art Deco (1920-1930)
Earrings are over 2 ½ inches (65mm.) long.
They are Very Elegant and Very Alluring.
The lower section is a half-circle of Quality Lapis Lazuli with
Marcasites.
These centre on a large, round, (7mm. in diameter) circle of Lapis
Lazuli.
(Lapis Lazuli is believed to protect the wearer against evil and to have
many healing properties).
All mounted in a rubover setting of
Sterling Silver.
A Marcasite-studded loop attaches this to a bar of alternating pieces of
Lapis and Marcasites.
The upper part has a trifoliate carving, and the post is hidden by
another circle of Lapis.
These Exquisite Pendulum Earrings are set in Sterling Silver and are in
Excellent Condition.
They come in a Beautiful Quality, Gold-Tooled Leather Gift Box, too.
CLASSIC ANTIQUE PEARL
DROP EARRINGS
(Ref: 4394)
These are Eye-catching and Beautiful
dangly Sterling Silver & Gold Earrings set with a large Pearl and
sparkling White Stones, c. 1930.
They are made in three sections so that they shimmer and sparkle when
wearing, with each movement of the head.
The Pearls have great lustre and measure 8mm. across.
They are set in ‘fingers’ of Silver which are studded with Sparkling
Old cut white Stones (possibly White Sapphires).
There are more graduated and glittering white stones on the upper
sections.
The Earwire is Gold and a long shepherd’s crook for security when
wearing.
They hang 1 ¾ inches from the top of the earwire, and are in Excellent
Condition.
Pearls are the most flattering for one’s complexion. Ideal for all
occasions, especially weddings and Pearl Anniversaries (25 years).
They come in a Beautiful Quality, Gold-Tooled Leather Gift Box, too.
A Beautiful and dazzling pair of
Sterling Silver Earrings set with brilliant-cut white Sapphires in a
floral display.
The lower section is a daisy of Sparkling White Sapphires like Diamonds,
with one large one in the centre and 10 more around the outside to make
a scintillating show.
There is a connecting bar and a tulip set with more stones. Above this,
a single large stone conceals the butterfly flanges.
They hang over 1 ¼ inches and are in Excellent Condition.
They come in a Beautiful, Quality Gift presentation Box, too.
These Fabulous Earrings feature a
large piece of smooth, fluted, Quality Malachite, 23mm by 16mm. at widest.
This is set and framed in Sterling Silver which is very attractively
pierced and studded with Marcasites.
This shimmers elegantly on movement, and is attached to an upper section
which is also set with Marcasites, and conceals the ear post and butterfly
fitting (for pierced ears).
They drop 49 mm. and are in excellent condition.
DECO GARNET&
MARCASITE EARRINGS
(Ref: 1961)
These are Spectacular c.1930 Earrings,
with Garnets and Marcasites!
Each oval Garnet is faceted and a deep red wine colour. Weighing
approximately 1/3 rd. carat each, there are ten Garnets in each Earrings,
making 3 carats per ear, or 6 carats in total!
The oval shape of the Earrings and the collet –set Garnets give the
impression of a ‘Ladybug’!
Between the Garnets, there are rose-cut Marcasites , which add to the
sparkle.
In Sterling Silver, these Beautiful Clip Earrings are in pristine
condition, and measure just over 1 inch by ¾ inch.
These stylish clip Earrings could also be used ass dress clips, at the
neck of a dress, or top, for added interest!
BEAUTIFUL ANTIQUE
AMBER EARRINGS
(Ref:3831)
A Beautiful pair of Antique, faceted
Golden Amber Earrings!
Each piece of Amber is fully faceted
and perfect all over, and measures ½ inch across.
[Amber is the fossilised sap of
Ancient Pine trees which grew 60 million years ago! Long before recorded
History, Stone Age Man was entranced not only by the Amber’s beauty,
but by its Magical and Healing properties].
The Ear wires are silver-gilt,
hinged, and sprung to close firmly and safely. For pierced ears.
In Excellent
Condition, measuring ½ inch across, and all parts original.
They come
in a beautiful Gift presentation box, too.