Anthea Polki Diamond Pearl Earrings

The drop is articulated below the lobe, jointed so it moves independently of the top rather than swinging as one piece. Only 8 diamonds, so each one has to sit exactly where the design puts it.

The stones are set the jadau way: gold softened over heat and worked up around each one, with no claw and no solder showing. The order matters, because once a stone is bedded the metal beside it cannot be reheated. The diamonds and pearls are matched for tone before anything is set, which takes longer than matching for size. 18KT gold holds the settings rigid where 22KT would move.

18KT Gold. Diamonds: 8 pcs. Pearls: 8 pcs. Polki diamonds. Made to order.