Mid-Century Pearl & Diamond Earrings without stones and is most likely of

and is most likely of French origin

and framed by the most gorgeous diamond-set millegrain detailed shoulders

There was a resurgance in popularity towards the end of the Victorian era

The intaglio carved face depicts an unusual heraldic crest: a man's head and shoulders within a pair of wings

It's anyone's guess as to why someone decided to commission such a brooch

Mid-Century Pearl & Diamond Earrings without stones and is most likely ofDATE: Mid Century, c. 1950 Elegant Mid Century pearl and diamond earrings. They're crafted in platinum, each one featuring a large cultured pearl with brilliant cut diamond tops. They're stud backs and date from the 1950's. STONES Cultured Pearls Brilliant Cut Diamonds MEASUREMENTS Cultured Pearls 12mm Drop: 1. 8cm WEIGHT 7. 1g (pair) MARKS No marks present, tests as platinum CONDITION Excellent