Estate 18KT & 22KT Yellow Gold Ruby Dangle Earrings, ca. 1970's

Crafted with 22kt yellow gold dangles secured to 18kt yellow gold leverbacks, these estate earrings from the 1970's feature eight marquise cut rubies, measuring 4.1 x 1.9mm and totaling 0.88 ctw, alongside two round cut rubies, measuring 2.4mm and totaling 0.15 ctw, for a combined ruby weight of approximately 1.03 ctw. Total measurements are 15/16 x 5/16 inch, with a combined weight of 2 grams.

Ruby, the birthstone for July, has been treasured since antiquity as one of the most precious colored gemstones, traditionally associated with passion, vitality, and protection. The mixed karat construction here is a distinctive design choice, pairing the deeper, richer color of 22kt gold in the dangling portion with the more common 18kt gold in the secure leverback closure, offering a subtle two-tone richness within a single warm gold palette. The elongated marquise cuts create graceful, pointed movement alongside the smaller round accents.

Elevate your jewelry collection with these ruby dangle earrings, a richly colored and distinctively crafted addition for collectors of fine gemstone jewelry. Their mixed karat gold construction and vivid ruby color make them a striking statement piece as well as a meaningful gift for a July birthday.

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