Pair of diamond pendent earrings, Fecarotta, early 20th century

Each suspending a circular-cut diamond weighing 2.52 and 2.51 carats respectively, from a line of similarly cut and rose diamonds, several small diamonds deficient, screw back fittings.

In our experts' opinion the 2.51 and 2.52 carat diamonds are respectively, L-M colour, VS1 and M-N colour, VS2 clarity. Remaining diamonds bright and lively. Several small diamonds deficient. Secure backs. Scratches to metal consistent with wear. In very good condition.
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Fratelli Fecarotta was created in Palermo in 1830 by Giovanni Fecarotta, but its production begins some years before with his father Nicola, at the court of Francis I of Bourbon.