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Vintage sterling silver and pearl screw on earrings from the 1950’s
These vintage earrings date from the 1950's and look absolutely fabulous on the ear, with their wonderful design highlighted by pearls. Made in sterling silver, each earring measures 22.3mm in length and are fitted with screw-on fittings which allow them to be so comfortable to wear all the time, but makes the sit perfectly as well as highlighting the gentle curve of the earring to accentuate itself on the ear. With a beautiful floral design to complete the picture, these earrings will be perfect for any outfit and occasion. Stock# R396 Circa: 1950 $Sold.
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Antique bog oak and pearl drop earrings made in the 1860’s
There earrings were made in the 1860's and have such a fantastic and very unique look to them that will make them always be admired and such a wonderful talking point. The earrings are made out of bog oak which is similar to Whitby Jet in that both are the result of fossilization of trees. Whereas Whitby Jet comes from the Araucaria tree primarily around the town of Whitby in the UK, bog oak comes from Ireland and is not a specific species of tree, rather it is a term that designates oak that has been buried in a peat bog. The process for the formation of both bog oak and Whitby Jet takes hundreds to thousands of years to form and is unlike any other material used in jewellery and both have a wonderful dark black colouring as well as a fantastic texture to touch. Each earring measures 44.2mm in length from the bottom to the top of the shepherd hook, by 15.1mm across and have a fabulous pierce work affect which is highlighted by a white pearl set into each one. As unique as they are beautiful, these earrings are a wonderful look at mid-Victorian jewellery that is as fashionable today as when they were made. Stock# ES9571 Circa: 1860 Sold
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Antique Bohemian garnet drop earrings made in the 1880’s
Bohemian garnets have such a deep rich intense colour that look even more amazing when grouped together in jewellery such as in these gorgeous antique earrings that date from the 1880's. Made in sterling silver, each earring measures 10mm across at their widest section at the top by 51mm from the bottom to the top of the new sterling silver shepherd hooks, making these the perfect length to stand out day or night. With such a fluid movement to them, these earrings look truly magnificent on the ear and combined with such a deep rich colour emanating from the garnets, there is no doubt that these earrings will always be admired every time that they are worn and will be perfect for any occasion. Stock# ES9572 Circa: 1880 $Sold.
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Art Deco diamond drop earrings made in the 1920’s
These diamond earrings were made in the Art Deco period of the 1920's and look so elegant both on and off the ear and are the epitome of Art Deco design and style. These wonderful earrings display such an amazing geometric design from the stem section from the top leading down, to the lower section where the main diamonds are set. Measuring 33.1mm in length by 8.4mm wide at the lower section, in the lower section is an early round brilliant cut diamond which is highlighted by three rose cut diamonds as well as a single cut diamond. With a further single cut diamond at the very top, all the diamonds come together to total 0.65 carats. Fitted on secure lever back fittings, these are such an elegant pair of genuine Art Deco diamond earrings that will always remain as fashionable and elegant as the day they were made. Stock# ES9574 Circa: 1920 $Sold
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Platinum Art Deco era pearl and diamond drop earrings
Art Deco jewellery is so elegant, and here are a magnificent pair of genuine Art Deco diamond and pearl drop earrings that date from the 1930's that will always get the attention that they rightly deserve. Made entirely in platinum, each earring is set with three large European cut diamonds, one single cut diamond and nine rose cut diamonds on the top and seven rose cut diamonds set above the pearl. In total the diamonds come together to total an impressive 2.12 carats, and the diamonds are millgrain set which can be seen as the elegant crimping around the diamonds which was a popular technique during the Art Deco era. The design and setting of the diamonds is so amazing to admire and the way they highlight the elegant pearl at the bottom showcases why genuine Art Deco jewellery from the 1920's to the 1940's has always remained so popular and sought after. Measuring an elegant 3.8cm in length, these are truly a magnificent pair of earrings that have such a regal look to them. Stock# ES9475 Circa: 1930 $Sold.
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Antique rose gold earrings each set with a pearl made in 1892
Here are a lovely pair of antique earrings that were made in 1892 and are perfect for any occasion. Made in 9 carat rose gold, each earrings measures 10.8mm across by 14.6mm from the bottom to the top of the shepherd hook and are so light and comfortable to wear all day long and well into the night. Set with a pearl in the centre of each, the shape of each earring is just amazing to admire as is the detail in each one. As beautiful today as when they were made, these earrings will suit any woman of any age. Stock# ES9413 Hallmarked: Birmingham 1892 $Sold.
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Magnificent antique gold cased earrings from the Victorian era
Here are a fabulous pair of antique gold cased drop earrings that date from the Victorian era and looks spectacular on the ear and will no doubt always be admired every single time that they are worn. Gold cased jewellery is also known as rolled gold and was first invented in Birmingham England in 1785 and was the process of having a a thick sheet of gold that was then soldered to a sheet of brass then rolled out to a thin sheet that was subsequently used for making jewellery. Being very hard wearing and durable allowed it to also be engraved and this process should not be confused with gold plating which although it can be very built up in thick layers, is not as hard wearing as gold filled. These earrings measure 19.4mm across at the lower section by 48.8mm to the top of the shepherd hooks, and the inside sections are not only of a facetted design, but are also able to move independently from the outer section adding to the allure and charm of them. With such an incredible design to them, these earrings will be suitable for any occasion day or night and always be loved and admired. Stock# ES9427 Circa: 1880 $Sold.
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Victorian era antique sterling silver drop earrings made in the 1890’s
These earrings were made in the late Victorian era of the 1890's and are the perfect size and style to wear all the time and can so easily be dressed up or down depending on the occasion. Made in sterling silver, the design of the earrings is so charming and each earring measures 17.1mm in diameter by 34.4mm o the top of the shepherd hooks. With such an attractive style, these earrings are perfect for any woman and for any time of the day or night. Stock# ES1298 Circa: 1890 $Sold
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Antique pique drop earrings set on 18 carat gold tops
It is a real testament to the quality of antique jewellery when you consider that these antique pique earrings are over 140 years old, yet are still in superb condition and as beautiful today as when they were made. Click here to read a brief article on pique jewellery: https://kalmarantiques.com.au/articles/history-of-pique-jewellery/ Measuring 10.7mm wide at its widest section by 45.2mm to the top of the fancy section or 53.2mm to the top of the shepherd hook, the detail in the pique is just extraordinary and like no other style of jewellery. Not only is the pique still in wonderful condition, but it also has such a beautiful tactile feel to it. The 18ct gold tops add to the elegance of the earrings, and combine this with the elegant length, there is no doubt that these will be the perfect pair of earrings to wear for that special occasion where they will always be admired. Elegant, refined and graceful are all words that can be used to describe these gorgeous earrings from a wonderful bygone era. Stock# ES9209 Circa: 1880 $Sold
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Antique onyx and diamond earrings made in the 1870’s
Onyx is a natural material from the same family as agate, chalcedony and chrysoprase, and occurs naturally as dense black with a white "streak" running through the stone. Often this white band is either cut away and not used, or the onyx is dyed a complete black, however when the white is used in a carving, it highlights the beauty of the stone resulting in some wonderful designs such as in these antique earrings dating from the 1870's. Made in 18 carat yellow gold and set with a diamond on the top, it really is the onyx and the way it has been cut that is the star of the show. The oval piece of onyx is naturally layered displaying the black top that has a wonderful and elegant dome shape to it, as well as the black "base" of the stone, and then ingeniously, the carver not only left the white in the stone, but carved it into little "pearls" surrounding the top. The amount of painstaking time and care that would have been needed to carve the stones with all the tools and equipment from 150 years ago makes them even more incredibly and is a real testament to the quality of work from this wonderful bygone era. At the top of each earring is a European cut diamond that both come together to total 0.06 carats and are each gypsy set which can be seen as the delightful star pattern around each diamond which was a popular diamond setting technique during the Victorian and Edwardian eras. Measuring 13.8mm wide by 26mm to the top of the diamond set sections at the top, each earring is set on lovely long post fittings with butterfly catches. As beautiful and elegant today as when they were made, there is no doubt that these earrings will always be loved, cherished and admired. Stock# ES9207 Circa: 1870 $Sold
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Antique earrings set with pearls and dating from the 1890’s
The design of these earrings are so beautiful and have all the charm and romance of a bygone era, and will always be admired every time that they are worn. Made in 18 carat yellow gold in the 1890's, the earrings measure 15.7mm across at their widest section by 40.9mm from the bottom to the top of the larger pearl at the top or 47.8mm to the top of the shepherd hook. The length of these make them look so regal and elegant on the ear, and the beautiful design on the lozenge section as well as how the three smaller pearls are set all highlight the elegant design. These earrings are perfect for any occasion, and certainly for that special occasion during the evening. As beautiful today as when they were made, these antique earrings are destined to always be loved and admired and worn with pride. Stock# ES6880 Circa: 1890 $Sold
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Antique sterling silver earrings made in the late Victorian era
These antique earrings were made over 130 years ago, yet are still perfect to wear for any occasion, day or night and not only look so beautiful on the ear, but they also fell so comfortable. Made in sterling silver in the 1890's, the beautiful circular section at the bottom measures 14.5mm in diameter, and from the bottom of the earrings to the top of the shepherd hooks, this distance measures 23.7mm. Sitting perfectly under the earlobe, the design is very typical of the late Victorian era when they were made. Perfect to accompany other pieces of antique jewellery, these earrings will never go out of fashion or style. Stock# ES8702 Circa: 1890 $Sold.