A PAIR OF SILVER, MOONSTONE AND DIAMOND EARRINGS
Of Mughal-style featuring rose-cut moonstone and diamonds in a pear-shaped frame, measures 2 3/8 x 1 5/8 in.
Footnotes:
Mughal Inspired Jewels from an Important Collector.

Jewels and adornment have long been used for cultural and personal expression which has been copied and reinterpreted for generations. Known for its bounty of striking and opulent design, the Mughal empire stretched form the mid-16th to mid-19th century. India's artisans premiered at the forefront of this period perfecting the Mughal style using rose-cut diamonds, an array of faceted and carved colorful gemstones and precious high karat gold which was strongly influenced by global trading at the time. This collection features modern interpretations of this captivating period of jewelry design.

OVERALL CONDITION:
Metal stamped and tested for silver; clasp and safety secure; superficial wear in the form of minor scratches; overall good condition.

MAJOR COLORED GEMSTONE:moonstone
Clarity: moderately included with blue adularescense
Hue: white

ACCENT DIAMONDS: rose cut
Approximate overall color and clarity:M+, yellow, I

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Approximate gross weight: 17 grams

This condition report is provided for your convenience based on the opinion of our gemologists. Bonhams is not responsible for any discrepancies between this information and other opinions.