Bidspirit auction | IMPERIAL RUSSIAN LORIE 56 GOLD

IMPERIAL RUSSIAN LORIE 56 GOLD SAPPHIRE DIAMOND EARRINGS - An Imperial Russian Art Nouveau openwork drop earring pair crafted in silver-topped 56 zolotnik gold (14k), manufactured by the firm of Feodor Lorie (F.A. Lorie) in Moscow between 1899 and 1917. Each chandelier-style drop centers an oval-cut deep blue sapphire framed within an intricate, scrolling foliate lattice set with old European-cut and rose-cut diamonds, suspended from a bezel-set old-cut diamond surmount and hinged lever-back ear wire. The ear wires bear Russian 56 zolotnik purity marks and the ”ФЛ” maker's punch for Feodor Lorie. The pair is presented in its original navy leatherette fitted case, featuring a silk-lined interior lid stamped in gold Cyrillic lettering ”Ф. А. ЛОРIЕ / Кузнецкiй мостъ № 4 / МОСКВА” (F. A. Lorie, Kuznetsky Most No. 4, Moscow). tsarist, faberge, antique, estate, jewelry, precious, gemstones, heirloom, vintage. Dimensions Length: 1 3/8 in. Weight: 14.2 g. Condition Very good antique condition. Gemstone settings remain secure with all sapphires and diamonds present. Minor natural tarnish to the silver-topped openwork surfaces and light surface wear to the gold undersides. Lever-back ear wires operate properly. The fitted presentation box exhibits exterior rubbing, scuffing, and edge wear, with light age toning to the silk lining.