Spectra Fine Jewelry Inverse Diamond Drop Earrings

You might be wondering, what is a reverse set diamond and why would a jeweler want to hide the original intention of showing its facets? That’s just it… the setting is unexpected, unconventional and has a different kind of intent altogether. The spikey side of these diamond cuts gets our attention, is provocative in nature, and creates a visceral reaction that connects us with the jewel. The look is fresh, edgy, and empowering; with an effect that adds great texture and depth.

Made in the 21st century, 2019, by Spectra Fine Jewelry, these Inverse Diamond Drop Earrings are crafted in 18K white gold and set with two oval center diamonds weighing approximately 0.75 carat and 0.78 carat of F-G color and VVS-VS clarity. The center stones are surrounded by a halo of round diamonds set in the conventional manner, table side up. Radiating out from that, approximately seven concentric circles of inversely set diamonds continue around the back and part way up the earring wires, with an estimated total weight of 8 carats. The wow factor is undeniable.

The entire earring is a voluminous ovoid with a sculptural presence that is intriguing. At close range it bears a strong resemblance to a durian, a spikey fruit native to Southeast Asia. On the ear and in motion, however, the pair looks like elegant flowers emitting all kinds of sparkle, the exposed points of the inverted diamonds like glowing petals. In fact, the inverted setting adds an unexpected depth of sparkle and a more complex array of fire and colors. Light is reflected from many different angles due to the increased exposed surface area. As a result, the brilliance and scintillation is intensified. An inverted setting effectively captures and reflects light in a succession of broad flashes from oblique angles creating the feeling of twilight.

Nature provides vast and wonderful subject matter for jewelry to depict. There is endless variation in mood, movement, boldness, and delicacy. Immortalizing nature's fleeting moments and interpreting them in abstract or realistic creations shows a jewelry designer’s prowess, creativity, and artisanship. These stunning shining examples pay homage to the glorious lifecycle of living things, capturing them at their pinnacle as expressed in diamonds sensitively examined and utilized from all angles.

Measures approx. 1" in length each. Approx. 8.00 carats total diamond weight. Overall weight approx. 7.57 grams, made in 18k white gold. Circa 2019.

SKU :E1169
Category :EARRINGS
Metal :18KWG

Spectra Fine Jewelry

18K White Gold

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