{"product_id":"fabulous-vintage-pair-of-solid-18ct-yellow-gold-natural-pink-tourmaline-stud-earrings-each-set-with-a-generously-sized-oval-cut-tourmaline-displaying-the-most-magnificent-deep-raspberry-magenta-pink-colour","title":"Fabulous Vintage Pair of Solid 18ct Yellow Gold \u0026 Natural Pink Tourmaline Stud Earrings, each set with a generously sized oval-cut Tourmaline displaying the most magnificent deep raspberry \/ magenta-pink colour.","description":"\u003cp\u003eRARE FIND!! | RASPBERRY PINK TOURMALINE \u0026amp; 18CT GOLD STUDS .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOhhhhh these look absolutely DELICIOUS!! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUp for grabs is this fabulous Vintage Pair of Solid 18ct Yellow Gold \u0026amp; Natural Pink Tourmaline Stud Earrings, each set with a generously sized oval-cut Tourmaline displaying the most magnificent deep raspberry \/ magenta-pink colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd JUST LOOK at them in the sunlight!!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tourmalines are beautifully faceted and secured within classic four-prong settings, allowing that intense saturated pink colour to absolutely come alive as the stones catch the light.\u003cbr\u003eWhat I especially LOVE about these is the setting!!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than a simple open claw mount, each Tourmaline rests within a beautifully made partially enclosed, curved 18ct yellow gold setting which wraps beneath the lower portion of the gemstone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eViewed from the side, the rich yellow gold forms an almost little cradle around each stone — such a fabulous detail and one that gives these studs a wonderfully substantial vintage feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePink Tourmaline is one of the most desirable colours within the Tourmaline family, with the richer raspberry, hot-pink and magenta shades being particularly striking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTourmaline is also one of the traditional October birthstones and has long been associated with love, creativity, compassion and emotional balance. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe photo on the ear gives you a fantastic idea of their generous size!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComparable 18ct gold natural Pink Tourmaline studs vary enormously internationally according to gemstone size, colour and quality. Based on comparable vintage and modern examples, I would place a provisional international vintage retail market value in the region of R15,000 – R25,000 for the pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePLEASE NOTE: The earrings are being sold WITHOUT butterflies \/ earring backs — replacement 18ct gold butterflies can easily be sourced if desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements : Each tourmaline gemstone measures 8mm x 6.20mm.The earrings with a combined weight of 2.4 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition With Jones","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67870509105458,"sku":null,"price":6595.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0871\/2110\/1106\/files\/20260928-085808.jpg?v=1790675421","url":"https:\/\/expeditionwithjones.com\/products\/fabulous-vintage-pair-of-solid-18ct-yellow-gold-natural-pink-tourmaline-stud-earrings-each-set-with-a-generously-sized-oval-cut-tourmaline-displaying-the-most-magnificent-deep-raspberry-magenta-pink-colour","provider":"Expedition With Jones","version":"1.0","type":"link"}