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Opal and Diamond Drop Earrings (reverse sides on black background)
Opal and Diamond Drop Earrings (on black background)
Opal and Diamond Drop Earrings (on hand for scale)
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Opal and Diamond Drop Earrings

Opal and Diamond Drop Earrings (on white background)
Opal and Diamond Drop Earrings (reverse sides on black background)
Opal and Diamond Drop Earrings (on black background)
Opal and Diamond Drop Earrings (on hand for scale)
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A spectacular pair of drop earrings with large opal drops and tops of old mine cut diamonds surrounding smaller opals. Built in 14K yellow gold. As found, but probably adapted from antique components with newer opals. The tops are 19th century while the drops are newer. 

Materials

Opals, Old Mine Cut Diamonds and 14K Yellow Gold

Date

c1890 Components and Newer Components

Condition

As found, but probably adapted using both antique and newer components. The opal drops are slightly different colors. A couple diamonds have small chips.

Size

Total Drop: 1.5"

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