Description
Coral stud earrings in 18 karat yellow gold (750). Pair of antique earrings centered on a coral button of a beautiful intense orange colour. The coral has lines of growth “in flames” well visible to the naked eye and typical of this organic gem. The coral cabochon is set in a stylised pattern of flower petals or shells. Antique ear studs from the late 19th century, France.
Eagle head hallmark and illegible goldsmith’s hallmark
Diameter of a coral: 6 mm
Note: screw clasp
Condition: scratches from use
Weight : 1.12 gr
Gemological point: Coral is a gem of organic origin. Only the branched calcareous trunks of certain corals are used in jewellery. Its colour is due to organic pigments close to carotene: varying from blood red to white, passing by the pink “angel skin”. Currently, most coral species are protected under CITES, the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora.
*The antique box is not sold with the jewel*
