Rare GIA Red Spinel Diamond IMPERIAL RUSSIAN Faberge 14K Rose Gold Drop Earrings
Rare Antique GIA 2ct Red Spinel & Diamond IMPERIAL RUSSIAN Karl Faberge Tsarism 14K Rose Gold Drop Earrings Boxed, Circa 1890s
These incredible Imperial Russian earrings, which were created by imperial court jeweler Carl Fabergé's artisans in the late 19th century, a unique and extremely rare a pair, feature the most glorious red gems, now GIA certified as all-natural Red Spinels. Once favored by Imperial jewelers (who may probably have thought they were rubies!), their fiery glow is undeniable. Stunning Spinel gemstones in the Center are approx. 2.0 carat total ( 1 carat each ), Natural Unheated " NO HEAT " Oval Cut Deep orangy RED in color, certified by GIA #1232575668. The inner fire, with just a whisper of orange, is simply captivating. It's no wonder these gems were adored by Imperial jewelers!
The Red Spinels glow with an unparalleled intensity, accented by dazzling diamonds. 16 Old cut Diamonds (8 on each earrings), approx. 0.36ctw total and I-J VS/SI quality overall. The Bows decorated with small pearls.
The length 20.28mm and width 13.99mm. Thickness 9.27mm. The weight is 8 grams.
Chances are you have never heard of a spinel, but you won't soon forget it once you lay eyes on one. They have fantastic sparkle and intense color. The red spinel could rival a ruby any day, and chances are it has more sparkle, too. TRULY ONE-OF-A-KIND! A burst of color and an incredible opportunity to own an extraordinary piece of Imperial Russian history.
Their Hinged Back fastening, developed in the late 1800s that marked a significant advancement in jewelry design, offering enhanced security over hook fastenings. These sophisticated mechanisms extremely secure and comfortable to wear.
The hallmarks on this pair, such as "56" zolotniks ( 14k - 583 gold) tell us that they were made in Russia during the Imperial Period before the Communists revolted, which resulted in the Revolution of 1917. And the Maker's Mark KF in Cyrillic ( hallmark of Faberge manufacture) in Cyrillic dated this amazing pair to Circa 1890-1900s and taken us to fabulous world of Peter-Karl Faberge house-workshops, 1890s.
Comes with the original FABERGE jewelry box.
SUPER MINT CONDITION tells us that most likely it was staying in one family without being sold and re-sold.
Provenance: Private Collection from antique dealer.
TRULY ONE-OF-A-KIND!
Retail Value $18,900.
Russian Jewelry
Russian jewelry has had a checkered history. The history goes back to more than 1000 years. The beauty of Russian jewelry was actually introduced formally during the reign of Peter the Great in 1719. He created what is known as the State Diamond Fund. He decreed that state jewelry was sacrosanct. The Romanov family could add to the Russian jewelry but could not use it for personal gains. Thereafter true to his declaration he and all the imperial heads of the Russian monarchy kept adding to the state jewelry. The pieces were stored by Peter the Great in the Winter Palace of St Petersburg. Thereafter Elizabeth I, her nephew Peter III and his wife Catherine the Great all contributed liberally to the state jewelry that grew progressively. Russian jewelry survived WWI, the revolution of 1917, Russian Civil War and WWII. Despite the loss of a large proportion of the antique Russian jewels , once in a while we still able to find some very nice examples.
We hope you enjoy looking at these fine pieces as much as we have enjoyed collecting them. All of our jewelry has been professionally appraised and/or certified, and is guaranteed authentic as described. We want you to be totally 100% satisfied with your purchase. They look even better in person than online!
We have personally gathered our collection from individuals, dealers, and estates around the world. We're crazy about Antique & Estate Jewelry and only buy what we love! Since 1999, we have sold to individual clients, antique dealers and customers around the world. We are very proud and excited to be able to offer these beautiful pieces to you!
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