Shakudo Earrings | Antique Heron Earrings terrier pendant It's 18k gold (unmarked

It's 18k gold (unmarked

1 inches from the top of the bail to the base of the pendant by 0

reflecting the richness of its gold construction

The gold content and authenticity have been verified through XRF (x-ray fluorescence) analysis and confirmed with jeweler’s acid testing

these vintage drop earrings (circa 1970–1980) are crafted in 14k gold and feature a sparkling diamond surmount suspending a richly hued blue topaz dangle

Shakudo Earrings | Antique Heron Earrings terrier pendant It's 18k gold (unmarkedShakudo is a Japanese mixed metal technique that involved an alloy of copper and gold that was treated to give it a dark black patina. These shakudo earrings were converted from a pair of antique cufflinks (circa 1880 1900) by adding 14k gold ear wires and yellow diamonds. The earrings depict cranes under cherry trees, set in 14k gold. Each dangle measures 1 inch from the bottom of the diamond to bottom of the piece by 1 inch wide. They are in very