Chrome Diopside Earrings Appraisal

Chrome Diopside Pavé Circle Drop Leverback Earrings in Sterling Silver

A pair of decorative drop earrings featuring vibrant, forest-green chrome diopside gemstones set in high-polish sterling silver. Each earring consists of a large, circular pendant suspended from a diamond-accented leverback or 'U-hoop' closure. The circular pendant is meticulously designed with a flower-like central cluster of seven round-cut green stones, surrounded by an outer concentric halo of sixteen additional round-cut stones. Each stone is individually secured in a four-prong setting, creating a lace-like, openwork gallery that allows light to pass through for maximum scintillation. The stones exhibit the saturated 'Russian Emerald' green characteristic of high-quality diopside, with uniform color matching across both pieces. The leverback findings are embellished with a row of small, clear micro-pavé set gemstones (likely white zircons or small diamonds) that add a layer of contrast and brilliance. The construction appears contemporary, likely late 20th or early 21st century, showing excellent craftsmanship with no visible missing stones or bent prongs. The silver shows minor surface oxidation characteristic of regular use, which could easily be restored to a high luster. The hinges on the leverback closures appear functional and secure.