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Antique Earrings with Diamond Roses in Silver & Gold, Belgium c. 1860

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Antique Earrings with Diamond Roses in Silver & Gold, Belgium c. 1860

Description

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Known since the 16th century but rarely used today, the rose cut has triangular facets that give the diamond a special, characteristic lustre. It is a shimmering, subtle glow that unfolds its beauty especially by candlelight - the cut dates back to a time before the use of electricity. Depending on the number of facets, a distinction is made between Amsterdam and Antwerp roses, as these cities were the centres of the diamond trade at the time. These earrings are adorned with such roses. In their opulent silver settings, they are reminiscent of a romantic age, as they pay homage to the rococo style of the 18th century. However, they were not created until later, in the years around 1860. In Flanders and the Netherlands in particular, the tradition of making jewellery in the style of the 18th century was maintained in the 19th and 20th centuries. The pendants are made in three parts: Below the brisures, which are decorated with a diamond-set floral ornament, are large, movably suspended drop shapes. In their centre is another movable pendulum. This gives the earrings a beautiful interplay. The tops of the pendants with their diamonds are made of silver, as was customary in the 18th century. The backs and prisms, on the other hand, are made of gold. According to the hallmark, the pair, which came to us from Hamburg, was made in Belgium between 1831 and 1869. This magnificent pair, which is in very good condition, invites us to take a look back at the last centuries of jewellery history.

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