Drop earrings with navette sapphires “Thelma”

Description

Sublime pair of pendant-style 18k gold 70s earrings featuring a 0.4k marquise-cut sapphire in bezel setting surrounded by concentric navette motifs in gadrooned gold. Held on a mobile bail, the buckles move with each movement, capturing the light and revealing the reflections of the sapphires. Secured by a lever clasp, this pair will be suitable for everyday wear as well as for your most sophisticated outfits.
Shuttle dimensions: 1.6cm x 0.7cm
Buckle length: 2.8cm
Weight: 2.41g
750 gold hallmark.
This unique piece had a previous life in Italy.

The story: Among the most elegant and timeless models, drop earrings — or pendant earrings — are distinguished by their elongated silhouette and delicate movement. Appearing as early as ancient times, this style was prized in many civilizations, from Mesopotamia to ancient India, often worn as a symbol of status, wealth, or spiritual protection. Long associated with royal pageantry and special occasions, pendants have survived the centuries to become a must-have for modern jewelry. Refined or daring, they gracefully accompany all expressions of style, regardless of gender.