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Earring

18th century (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Pair of earrings, rose-cut diamonds and rubies set in silver, backed with gold. Maker's mark 'JA', on the earring loop.


Object details

Categories
Object type
Parts
This object consists of 2 parts.

  • Earring
  • Earring
Materials and techniques
Rose-cut diamonds and rubies, set in silver, backed with gold
Brief description
Pair of earrings, rose-cut diamonds and rubies set in silver, Northern European, 18th century.
Physical description
Pair of earrings, rose-cut diamonds and rubies set in silver, backed with gold. Maker's mark 'JA', on the earring loop.
Dimensions
  • Height: 3.8cm
  • Width: 2cm
  • Depth: 1.7cm
Marks and inscriptions
'JA' (Maker's mark, on the earring loop.)
Associated objects
Collection
Accession number
1157&A-1864

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Record createdMay 19, 2005
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