Indira earring pendants in 18ct white gold set with diamonds (1.7cts), red ruby cabochon (0.32cts) and pearls on interchangeable 18ct white gold diamond pave Astrea hoops.
Inspired by the opulence of the Maharajas palace in which I brushed past some silk curtains held back by heavy woven cords from which hung a collection of delicate tassels. The elongated and swollen seed pod like tassels had been threaded with minute pearls separated by a panel of ornate silk. From the Journey to India.
These earrings are part of Cassandra's interchangeable collection. If you already own jewels from this collection and only wish to buy part of the earring shown, please contact the showroom on 0207 730 2202.
Ruby
Rubies are the rarest of the four gemstones traditionally called precious and have always been associated with passion and love, (the colour red being a strong emotional colour for the brain). Rubies protect the wearer from harm or illness and bring good fortune and happiness. 40th wedding anniversaries are often celebrated with rubies.
Craftsmanship and Sourcing
All Cassandra Goad jewellery is designed and made in the
workshops in London.
As a gemmologist, the chemical composition and properties of
gemstones have always fascinated Cassandra. Ever in search of the
unusual and rare, she travels the world to source beautiful
gemstones, either in the rough or cut form. The craftsman works as
an artist recreating the design in metal, his interpretation is
vital to the overall feel of the jewel. The jewel is then mounted,
assayed , polished and set. Many of Cassandra's jewels can be hand
engraved with a personal message to make a unique bespoke gift.
One of the treasures of the Indian department at the V and A museum is a gold necklace of exquisitely carved seed pods. Cassandra's Indian marriage pendants are her own interpretation with deeply carved details. In Delhi, the Qut'b Minar's marble carvings there give rise to her own eponymous ring.
