Antique Vintage Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Gold Wash Mughal Ruby Earrings 15.1g

Description

We have similar Mughal and Art Nouveau items, which would pair nicely with this piece, for sale this week. To view in separate listings, please visit our store and search "Mughal" or "Nouveau" under our Buy-It-Now items.
Listing description by: Angela A.
The Piece
Age Circa
: Art Nouveau C. 1890 - 1910
Markings
: Unmarked, tested, and guaranteed
Country of Origin
: Unknown
Brand
: Unknown
Gram Weight
: 15.1 grams
Metal Type
: .925 sterling silver with a yellow gold wash
Material
: --
Main Stone
: Foil-backed ruby
Main Stone Measurements/Color
:
Diameter:
3.29 mm to 2.5 mm
Color:
semi-translucent bright pink hue
Accent Stone
: --
Accent Stone Measurements/Color
: --
Stone Treatment:
The ruby stones appear to be untreated, but we are not certified gemologists. Stone(s) have been tested and guaranteed using a professional Presidium Duo refractive, heat, and hardness tester.
Stone Cuts
: Round cabochon
Item Measurements
:
Length:
1.11"
Width:
1.12"
Earring Style
: Cluster
Earring Backing Style
: Threaded posts with screw-on backings. Your jeweler can easily convert these to the preferred backing style you desire.
For Pierced or Non-Pierced Ears
: Pierced
Notable Features:
These earrings were handmade during the Art Nouveau era in India
Created in the style of Mughal jewelry, which British soldiers in India often purchased as wedding jewelry
Composed of .925 sterling silver with a yellow gold wash
Each earring features an elegant floral-like design with scalloped edges
These rubies contain bright pink hues that are enhanced by their foil backings
All of the stones showcase round cabochon for beautiful display of this hue
Completed with threaded posts and screw-on backings which makes them suitable for pierced ears
Damage
: Age appropriate wear. There is minor wear to the gold wash over sterling silver. One of the earrings is missing three ruby stones; these stones can be replaced by your local jeweler. There is minor wear to the faces of several rubies, but the stones remain secure and this does not affect wear. The price has been reduced to reflect this.
*This listing is for the item only. All display boxes and/or photography props do not come with your purchase.*
The History
The Art Nouveau era, 1890-1910, was also called "La Belle Epoque" in French, which translates to "A Beautiful Time.”
This was very true due to the gorgeous designs that came out of this period.  This era focused on women and the beauty of nature and the pieces were often large. Enamel was a common material used in Art Nouveau jewelry as the period was more about the importance of the design over the materials used to create it. The Art Nouveau period happened before the start of the first World War, when mass manufacturing took over the production of many products, including some jewelry.
Mughal jewelry emerged in India during the Mughal dynasty, beginning in the 16th century. Jewelry was an important symbol indicating a person’s status in society. The elite wore highly ornate and massively jeweled pieces. As the Mughal empire conquered the majority of India, the Mughal style spread to many other regions, being incorporated into many Indian cultures. Pieces usually display intricate designs, massive amounts of gemstones, and elaborate enameling.
Rubies are one of the four precious gemstones and are prized for their pink to blood red colors. The most valued hue of ruby is called blood-red, or pigeon blood, for the bright, rich hue it exhibits. The color of a ruby comes from the element chromium. Rubies have adorned royal and religious jewelry for centuries and were especially esteemed in Asian countries like China and India, where they were thought to bring good fortune. Rubies are graded by color, clarity, cut, and carat. Rubies are often also evaluated based on their geographic origin.
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