Hancocks

6.99ct Colombian Emerald and Diamond Drop Earrings

A stunning pair of Colombian emerald and diamond earrings by Hancocks, the earrings set with a beautifully matched pair of elongated pear shape Colombian emeralds, one weighing 3.47ct and the other 3.52ct both with intense vibrant colour, set in platinum cut down collet settings with black rhodium finish, backed in 18ct yellow gold and surmounted by a brilliant cut diamond in similar setting, all suspended from 18ct gold hook earring fittings.

Further Details

OriginLondon
Condition ReportNew
Setting18ct yellow gold and platinum with black rhodium finish
Weight description5.1 grams
DimensionsEarrings 3cm / 1.18" long overall, 0.95cm / 0.37" at widest point
Gemstones2 x pear shaped Colombian emeralds weighing 3.47ct and 3.52ct both with minor clarity enhancement
2 x round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 0.61ct combined
SKU125929

Directors Notes

Historically, the very finest quality emeralds have been found in Colombia, in particular three key mining areas – Muzo, Coscuez and Chivor – which between them have been supplying the world with exceptional gems for many hundreds of years. Stones from these locations are widely regarded to be the most beautiful and intense in colour with a purity of green unmatched by those from any other source. Whilst the earliest record of emerald mining was in Ancient Egypt, indeed Cleopatra loved these gems so much she is reputed to have had her own mine, the beauty of the stones from Colombia could not be rivalled. Since the 16th Century these stones have been widely traded throughout Europe and their superiority in terms of colour and size meant they quickly became the most highly prized emeralds in the world. Mining in these areas continues today and they are still producing exceptional quality gems which are as desirable today as they were to the early Colombians who first discovered them.

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