Gold gadroon leverback earrings “Darcy” 

Stunning pair of 18k yellow gold 40s earrings featuring a gadrooned oval pattern bringing light and sparkle to the face. Secured by a sleeper style clasp, this pair of earrings embodies the femininity of the retro era, glamorous and “old Hollywood” at the same time.

Length: 1.6cm

Width: 0.7cm

Weight: 0.88g

The story: The gadroon is an ovoid ornamental motif originally used in architecture in mouldings. Very popular in decoration, especially on silver and porcelain vases and tableware, it has also been used in goldsmithing for centuries. It is particularly present in jewelry from the 40s and 50s, especially in rings and earrings.