Natural Diamonds
Natural Diamonds · Round Brilliant
Good to Very Good (Standard commercial melee cut) Cut
Carat
Estimated 0.03 to 0.05 carats each, totaling approximately 0.10 - 0.15 ctw
Color
H-I (Near Colorless range based on visible mount interaction)
Clarity
SI1 - SI2 (Eye-clean, but showing minor surface-reaching graining under magnification)
Shape
Round Brilliant
Overall Assessment
Victorian or vintage-inspired feminine earring featuring three small natural accent diamonds paired with twin teardrop pearls in a classic bow-like motif.
Cut Quality
Good to Very Good (Standard commercial melee cut)
Brilliance
Moderate (Impacted by the current dirt and buildup behind the settings)
Fire
Fair (Low due to small stone size and setting interference)
Scintillation
Active sparkle pattern consistent with modern round brilliant faceting
Proportions
Standard table-to-diameter ratio with moderate crown heights and pavilion depths
Symmetry
Good (Facet junctions show standard alignment for small melee stones)
Polish
Good (Standard for vintage or used fine jewelry)
Fluorescence
Indeterminable under incandescent/natural light (likely None to Faint)
Inclusions
Pinpoints and small feathers invisible to the naked eye but common in this grade
Blemishes
Minor surface wear and abrasions on facet junctions consistent with age
Origin
Likely mined origin given the age and style of the vintage mounting
Treatment Detection
None visible; appears to be untreated natural Earth-mined stones
Estimated Value
$150 - $350 (Retail value for the complete earring set with pearls and gold)
Certification Estimate
Normally not certified individually; IGI or GIA would likely confirm H-I/SI range
Investment Potential
Low (Value is primarily in the aesthetic and sentimental quality of the jewelry piece)
Similar Diamonds
Standard commercial melee diamonds found in vintage accessory jewelry
Setting Suggestions
Currently in a three-stone prong setting; keep in yellow gold to complement the warm pearl tones
Care & Maintenance
Gentle cleaning with a soft brush and mild soap; keep away from ultrasonic cleaners if pearls are fragile
Interesting Facts
The 'Melee' term refers to small diamonds like these, which are essential for adding light to intricate designs