Antique Vintage Nouveau 14k Gold Filled GF Mughal Ruby Akoya Pearl Earrings 2.8g

Description

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Listing description by: Angela A.
The Piece
Age Circa
: Art Nouveau C. 1890 - 1910
Markings
: Unmarked, tested, and guaranteed
Country of Origin
: India
Brand
: Unknown
Gram Weight
: 2.8 grams
Metal Type
: 14k yellow gold filled over base metal
Material
: --
Main Stone
: Ruby
Main Stone Measurements/Color
:
Diameter:
3 mm
Color:
semi-translucent bright pink hue
Accent Stone
: Akoya pearl
Accent Stone Measurements/Color
:
Diameter:
3.86 mm to 4.09 mm
Color:
lustrous white hue
Stone Treatment:
The stone(s) appear to be untreated, but we are not certified gemologists. Stone(s) have been tested and guaranteed using a professional Presidium Duo refractive, heat, and hardness tester.
Stone Cuts
: Round cut
Item Measurements
:
Length:
0.45" & 0.46"
Width:
0.44
Earring Style
: Stud
Earring Backing Style
: Threaded post backings with a screw-on butterfly backing. Your jeweler can easily convert these to the preferred backing style you desire.
For Pierced or Non-Pierced Ears
: Pierced
Notable Features:
These earrings were handmade during the Art Nouveau era, a rare piece of Mughal jewelry made in India
Composed of 14k yellow gold filled over base metal
Features stunning center ruby stones with semi-translucent, bright pink hues
The stones rest in fancy fluted bezel settings in the center of the earrings' faces
Four beautiful saltwater Akoya pearls adorn the earrings on each side of the rubies
Each pearl showcases white hues and a beautiful luster
Completed with threaded post backings which makes them suitable for pierced ears
Damage
: Age appropriate wear. One of the screw-on butterfly backings is missing from the threaded post, and a new backing can be purchased from your local jeweler or department store for secure wear. The price has been reduced to reflect this.
*This listing is for the item only. All display boxes and/or photography props do not come with your purchase.*
The History
The Art Nouveau era, 1890-1910, was also called "La Belle Epoque" in French, which translates to "A Beautiful Time.”
This was very true due to the gorgeous designs that came out of this period.  This era focused on women and the beauty of nature and the pieces were often large. Enamel was a common material used in Art Nouveau jewelry as the period was more about the importance of the design over the materials used to create it. The Art Nouveau period happened before the start of the first World War, when mass manufacturing took over the production of many products, including some jewelry.
Mughal jewelry emerged in India during the Mughal dynasty, beginning in the 16th century. Jewelry was an important symbol indicating a person’s status in society. The elite wore highly ornate and massively jeweled pieces. As the Mughal empire conquered the majority of India, the Mughal style spread to many other regions, being incorporated into many Indian cultures. Pieces usually display intricate designs, massive amounts of gemstones, and elaborate enameling.
Rubies are one of the four precious gemstones and are prized for their pink to blood red colors. The most valued hue of ruby is called blood-red, or pigeon blood, for the bright, rich hue it exhibits. The color of a ruby comes from the element chromium. Rubies have adorned royal and religious jewelry for centuries and were especially esteemed in Asian countries like China and India, where they were thought to bring good fortune. Rubies are graded by color, clarity, cut, and carat. Rubies are often also evaluated based on their geographic origin.
Akoya saltwater pearls are cultured from the Akoya oyster and can be found primarily in Japan and China. They are known for their beautiful round shape and exquisite luster that sets them apart from many other types of pearls. They are usually white or cream in color but can have rose or silver undertones. During the Art Deco era, Akoya pearls were rare, expensive to own, and reserved for the richest of the rich.
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