Pair of Emerald and Diamond Pendent Earrings Each Set with an Oval Cabochon Emerald Weighing 2.87 and 2.72 Carats Respec

These emerald pendent earrings make their case through texture rather than sparkle, pairing oval cabochon emeralds of 2.87 and 2.72 carats with pear-shaped cabochon emeralds of 2.49 and 2.39 carats below. The cabochon cut, smooth and domed, gives emeralds a gentle inner glow quite distinct from the flash of facets, a quieter and arguably more sophisticated way to wear the stone. Set in 18 karat white and yellow gold, the warmth of the metal answers the cool depth of the green at every turn. The four emeralds are well matched in tone, the ovals above and pears below carrying a saturated, velvety colour that cabochon cutting flatters. Emeralds are valued for the richness of their hue, and the unfaceted treatment here lets that richness pool and soften, reading as understated luxury rather than display. Where a faceted stone scatters light outward, the cabochon holds it within, so the green seems to glow from somewhere deep inside the dome. The two-colour gold setting frames each stone with discreet care, white gold cooling the highlights, yellow gold warming the whole and lending the design a quiet sense of completeness. At a comfortable drop, these earrings flatter for daytime as readily as for evening, the cabochon emeralds lending a collected, worldly air to whatever is worn around them. They are the sort of piece a discerning wearer reaches for again and again, untroubled by changing fashion, and the sort that passes naturally to the next custodian when the time comes, its quiet character wholly undimmed by the years. Worn close to the face, the soft green of the cabochons lends a warmth to the complexion that faceted stones seldom match. Entered in the Legacy register, the pair carries our commitment to provenance and considered service at every stage. Independent certification is available on request, and our specialists are happy to talk you through the emeralds at your convenience, in confidence and without the least pressure. Should you wish, we can detail how each cabochon was selected and matched, so the harmony of the four stones is fully understood. If they speak to you, we would welcome the chance to show them privately in the Negotiation Room, where you may consider them calmly and at length. They wait within our high-jewellery earrings, and we are here to help you weigh the decision properly, on your own terms. There is no timetable on our side, only the wish that the decision, when it comes, is entirely your own.

Specifications

• Metal: 18K Yellow Gold
• Earring type: Drop
• Diamond / Gem weight: 2.72, 2.39ct
• Cut / Shape: Cabochon, Emerald, Oval, Pear
• Gemstones: Emerald