Spectra Fine Jewelry Black Grey Diamond Two Tier Drop Earrings

Our eye is so accustomed to sparkling white diamonds that any departure from the colorless norm is akin to a revelation. These fabulous color-blocked Black Gray Diamond Two Tier Drop Earrings, made by Spectra Fine Jewelry in the 21st century, are bold and sleek yet subtle, showcasing beautifully curated combinations of neutral colors. In its essence, this striking design focuses on a fascinating range of grayscale, as if representing the relative amounts of light transmission within a black-and-white image. As a result, many types of shimmer and sparkle come together in these statement earrings to make a fascinating and unusual impact.

The earrings, designed for pierced ears with posts and hinged omega backs, are crafted in platinum and feature a pair of gray faceted pear-shape diamonds with an estimated total weight of 10.00 carats, dangling from custom-cut black diamonds with an estimated total weight of 18.00 carats. The simple, graphic shapes are separated by single custom-cut rounds with the delicate near-transparent look of rose-cut diamonds, adding further delightful movement to the overall design and additional planes for light refraction. The principal stones are all surrounded by halos of brilliant-cut pavé diamonds that continue up to the ear in single sparkling lines, weighing 2.00 carats. The sparkle is extended on each halo with double borders of milgrain, a technique popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, where small grains of metal was applied to complement the gemstones, showing the skilled craftsmanship and intentional, thoughtful design of the pair.

Black diamonds have a bold, captivating look with an air of mystery. Natural black diamonds such as these are entirely opaque, with a high luster that gives the stones their unusual allure. Although it is a fully saturated stone, it still miraculously has that transcendent sparkle unique to a diamond. Here the diamonds each showcase a pyramid of planes that create a fascinating interplay with light, especially in contrast to the sparkling white diamond surrounds. The gray diamonds immediately below are likewise little pieces of magic, with a sparkle of inclusions and colors that make each unique. The reverse side of the earrings demonstrates the superior craftsmanship that adds to the overall custom look. There is azuring in the metal behind each stone, or custom cutouts that let light in to add brilliance and amplify the sparkle. Each has a different openwork design, adding a surprising playfulness and hours to the fabrication. Truly a custom piece and a conversation starter.

Each earring measures approximately 2” (5.5 cm) in length. 2 gray pear-shaped diamonds weigh around. 10.00 carats total. 2 black diamonds weighing approx. 18.00 carats total. White diamond weight approx. 2.00 carats total. Overall weight approx. 18.35 grams, made in platinum. Circa 21st Century.

SKU :E1098
Category :EARRINGS
Metal :PLAT

Spectra Fine Jewelry

Platinum

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