18ct White Gold Cultured Pearl Stud Earrings - 16-17mm Round Pearls, AA Grade, White with Silver Overtone, Butterfly Backs



Overview

A pair of large round cultured pearl stud earrings in 18ct white gold. At 16-17mm, these pearls are at the larger end of what is commonly encountered in pearl jewellery, and the round shape, white body colour, and silver overtone is the classic combination that has made pearl studs a perennial staple of fine jewellery. The pearls are graded AA on the valuation certificate, with medium-high lustre and slight to medium natural surface blemishing.



The white gold posts and butterfly back clasps are fitted with rubber security gaskets for added comfort and retention. Photos show the pearls with good satiny lustre and soft iridescent reflections. A 750 hallmark is visible on the butterfly back, confirming 18ct white gold.



Crown Jewellery Valuation issued a retail replacement certificate (No. 1345, July 2024) at AUD $8,870, assessed by Ghazal Ghasemi (F.G.A.A., DG, NCJV Registered Valuer No. N683). Comparable 16-17mm AA round pearl studs in 18ct white gold retail from $3,500 to $12,000 in Sydney depending on lustre and provenance. This auction represents a compelling entry point.



Pearl Specification

Type: Round cultured pearl studs (pair)

Size: 16.19mm - 16.83mm (16-17mm range)

Total estimated weight: 54.70ct

Colour: White

Overtone: Silver

Shape: Round

Lustre: Medium-high

Blemish: Slight to medium (natural surface characteristics)

Grade: AA



Construction and Metal

Metal: 18ct white gold, hallmarked 750

Total weight (pair): 11.64g

Closure: Post with butterfly (friction) back clasp and rubber security gaskets

Manufacture: Cast

Maker / designer: Unknown



Condition

Very good condition. Both pearls intact with medium-high lustre and only minor natural surface blemishing. Posts are straight and undamaged. Butterfly backs functional with rubber gaskets present and intact. Hallmark 750 legible on clasp. No chips, cracks, or damage observed.



Includes

Crown Jewellery Valuation certificate No. 1345 (retail replacement value AUD $8,870, dated July 2024)

Valuer: Ghazal Ghasemi F.G.A.A., DG, NCJV Registered Valuer No. N683



Specifications

Item: Cultured pearl stud earrings (pair)

Metal: 18ct white gold (750)

Pearls: 2 x round cultured, 16.19-16.83mm, white with silver overtone, medium-high lustre, slight to medium blemish, AA grade

Total weight: 11.64g

Valuation: AUD $8,870 retail replacement (Jul 2024)

Valuation cert: No. 1345, Crown Jewellery Valuation

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