DATE: Vintage, c.1980

Striking diamond drop earrings dating from the 1980s. They feature starburst clusters at the bottom, dangling from articulated angular bars themselves hanging beneath lever back tops. They're crafted in 18 karat white gold with partially struck French control marks. 

STONES 

Brilliant cut diamonds (30pts total, calculated)

MEASUREMENTS 

Head: 11.8 x 11.8mm

Drop: 2.7cm

WEIGHT 

6.1g (pair)

MARKS 

Partial hallmarks, unclear. Tests as 18k white gold 

CONDITION 

Very good, light wear commensurate with age