Antique Victorian old cut diamond pearl acorn earrings 9 carat gold

Era: Victorian 1837-1901
Metal: 9 carat gold, silver
Gemstones: Old cut diamond, 4.6mm diameter. Rose cut diamonds x22. Natural pearls 5x4mm each earring
Total diamond carat weight 0.70ct
Weight: 3 grams
Drop: 26mm
 
These lovely rare earrings date from the 1880’s and consist of old cut diamonds held in a claw setting, with a natural pearl and rose cut diamond set acorn drop. 
They are articulated at the acorn setting so that they move. 
The diamonds are wonderfully bright, verbally graded as G colour and very lively, with some natural feather inclusions. The pearls have a silver white tone with a high lustre. The backs are the antique lever back fittings, and the earrings look to be all original.
 
They are beautifully made in great condition, with just a touch of verdigris and a really elegant pair of antique earrings.