White gold and zirconia leverback earrings “Maylis”

Description

Sublime pair of 18-carat white gold 30s leverback earrings made of a small 0.1 carat zircon holding a 0.5-carat zircon on a mobile bail in a prong setting on an openwork bezel in chiselled gold. Secured with a toggle clasp for an effortless earring wear and removal, these earrings are full of spark and movement.
Weight: 2.64g
Dimensions: 1.7cm X 0.8cm
Eagle Hallmark
This unique piece had a previous life in France.

The Story: In the nineteenth century, most women owned a small pair of earrings called sleepers, because they could be worn to bed without risk of being lost.