ZHIVA
Vintage 2.00ctw Old Cut Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Clip‑On Earrings
Two carats of old‑cut diamonds scattered through cascading gold rope — clip‑ons built for an entrance.
- One of one
- Authenticated
- Insured shipping
Questions about this piece? Email sasha@zhivajewelry.com — a real person answers.
- Style: Clip‑on statement earrings, twisted gold‑rope / strand design
- Stones: Old cut white diamonds, 2.00 ct total
- Diamond colour: J–K
- Diamond clarity: VS–SI
- Metal: 14k yellow gold
- Total weight: 19.16 grams
- Fitting: Clip‑on
- Availability: One of one (a pair)
Twisted gold rope, gathered like a strand and set loose with old‑cut diamonds — earrings that move when you do.
These are mid‑century in spirit: the era when yellow gold was braided, roped, and tasseled into evening jewelry, and your earrings did the talking across a room. Approximately two carats of old‑cut white diamonds (J–K, VS–SI) are scattered through the gold — hand‑cut stones with the warm, low glow of diamonds shaped before machines. They don't strobe. They smoulder.
Clip‑on, so they ask nothing of your ears and everything of your posture. Substantial in the hand at roughly 19 grams of 14k gold — weight you feel, weight you wear on purpose.
One of one, a matched pair. Made to be noticed before you've said a word.
Further reading: why antique diamonds sparkle differently, old European vs old mine cut diamonds and Retro jewelry and the era of big gold.
Sizing & Resizing
The size of this piece is listed in the specifications above. Most antique rings can be resized by one to two sizes; some cannot, because of eternity settings, engraving, or fragile shanks.
Tell us your size before or after you order and we will confirm what is safely possible for this piece. Resizing is quoted per piece and typically takes 7–10 business days.
Shipping
Complimentary fully insured shipping within the United States, sent signature-required. Orders ship within 1–3 business days unless the piece is being sized or inspected.
International shipping is available on request. Duties and import taxes are the responsibility of the recipient.
Returns
Returns are accepted within 14 days of delivery, provided the piece comes back unworn and in its original condition and packaging.
Resized, engraved, and bespoke pieces are final sale. Contact us before returning anything so we can arrange insured return shipping.
Authenticity & Condition
Every piece is examined in person before it is listed. Era, metal, stone weights, and condition are described as accurately as we can determine them, and any wear or repair is disclosed in the listing.
Antique jewelry carries its history. Small signs of a long life are expected, not defects.
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