Estate 17K Gold 3ct Invisible Set Ruby and Diamond Pear Drop Earrings

Invisible-set square rubies in deep red, totaling 3 carats, form the pear-shaped drops of these 17-karat white gold ruby and diamond earrings. Each ruby is grooved below its girdle and slid onto a hidden gold framework, so the stones sit edge to edge as one continuous field of color. The French name for the technique is serti mystérieux, the "mystery setting." Open diamond links hinge between each section, letting the drops swing with movement and fall well past the lobe as a statement earring.

Details:

Condition: Excellent

Era: 21st Century

Metal: 17-karat white gold, engraved K18WG D0.87, gold tested 17k purity

Center stone(s): Rubies, square cut, 3 carats total

Gemstones: Diamonds, round brilliant cut, 0.87 carats total

Setting: Invisible-set (rubies), pavé-set (diamonds)

Dimensions: 5.5 cm length, 1.4 cm width, 12 mm post length

Total weight: 12.87 grams