Natural diamond
Natural diamond · Round Brilliant
Good to Very Good Cut
Carat
0.15 - 0.20 carats (per earring, estimated visually)
Color
G - H (Near Colorless)
Clarity
VS2 - SI1 (Very Slightly Included to Slightly Included)
Shape
Round Brilliant
Overall Assessment
A charming, elegant pair of vintage-style yellow gold earrings featuring a bright, well-set natural round diamond suitable for daily wear
Cut Quality
Good to Very Good
Brilliance
Good white light reflection, standard for well-cut smaller round stones
Fire
Moderate spectral color dispersion enhanced by the yellow gold setting
Scintillation
Good sparkle and contrast patterns typical of small round brilliant cuts in cluster or decorative drop settings
Proportions
Standard standard vintage or modern round proportions; table percentage estimated around 58-62%, medium to slightly thick girdle
Symmetry
Good
Polish
Good
Fluorescence
Faint to None
Inclusions
Minor small pinpoints or crystals visible under magnification, not easily seen with the naked eye from normal viewing distances
Blemishes
Minimal surface wear consistent with mounted vintage jewelry
Origin
Natural earth-mined diamond, likely older vintage or antique European/Soviet origin based on the earring design style
Treatment Detection
No signs of modern clarity enhancement or artificial treatments detected
Estimated Value
$300 - $600 USD (dependent on the total weight and gold purity of the earring mountings)
Certification Estimate
Typically sold without major lab certification due to smaller stone size; local jeweler appraisal would estimate based on standard GIA grading scales
Investment Potential
Low investment potential due to small size, valued primarily for decorative and sentimental purposes
Similar Diamonds
Standard commercial melee diamonds and small accent diamonds found in estate and fine fashion jewelry
Setting Suggestions
Currently set in a decorative, artistic yellow gold drop earring with leaf or wing motifs; yellow gold complements the warm vintage aesthetic
Care & Maintenance
Clean gently with warm soapy water and a soft-bristled brush; avoid harsh ultrasonic cleaners if the vintage setting security is uncertain
Interesting Facts
Small accent diamonds of this size are often referred to as 'melee' and require high precision cutting despite their diminutive dimensions