Vintage Cabochon Ruby & Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings instagram Amethyst intaglio in foiled setting

Amethyst intaglio in foiled setting

they were invented by René Dagron in 1857 as a way of viewing microphotographs without the need of an expensive microscope

It’s crafted from some sort of bone (likely ox or camel) with gold fittings for wear

It's crafted in 18k gold

Each lobe of the main motif is home to a rose cut diamond

Vintage Cabochon Ruby & Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings instagram Amethyst intaglio in foiled settingDATE: Vintage, c. 1980 Stunning ruby and diamond cluster earrings in 18 karat white gold. They date from the 1980s, very much modelled in the Art Deco Revivalist style, and feature central ruby cabochons surrounded by a halo of white diamonds. Crafted in 18 karat white gold 777and particularly well made. STONES Ruby Cabochons approx. 2. 60ct each Brilliant Cut Diamonds 1. 60ct total MEASUREMENTS 1. 6 x 1. 4cm WEIGHT 9. 8g MARKS French gold marks