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Antique multi sided pique drop earrings from the Victorian era
The detail in these antique pique drop earrings is just incredible and made even more amazing when you view them from every side.
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Dating from the late Victorian era of the 1890's, the earrings measure 61.9mm from the bottom to the very top of the shepherd hooks, and with their length combined with the lovely length and elegant shape, will certainly make these earrings stand out no matter the occasion or outfit that they are worn with.
Every side of the earrings have the most incredible design that is breathtaking and still in spectacular condition even well after a century has gone by since they were made.
Destined to make any woman walk tall and proud with these in her ear, these pique earrings are truly magnificent.
Stock# ET609
Circa: 1890
$4,250
$4,250.00
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Magnificent pair of antique pique earrings with a grape design
Here are a pair of truly magnificent antique pique earrings that not only look so beautiful on the ear, but the intricate detail also hides a secret meaning making them even more romantic and special and highlights why there is nothing quite like genuine antique jewellery.
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Dating from the 1870's these pique earrings measure 58.7m from the bottom to the very top of the shepherd hooks, and look spectacular on the ear. With a magnificent chocolate-brown colour that is highlighted by the most incredible gold and silver work, it is not just the detail that is exciting, rather it is the fact that the earrings are highlighted with a grape design on both earrings.
Grapes are believed to have been the forbidden fruit of the Tree of Knowledge in the Garden of Eden, and they have been said to signify fertility, sacrifice, hospitality, and charity. It as said that to dream of grapes foretold to the maiden that her husband will be cheerful and if the dreamer was in love, the grapes foretold of a speedy union, with much happiness in the marriage. It is because of this, grapes will often be seen in antique jewellery in not only Victorian jewellery, but even pieces much earlier.
Subtle yet exciting features such as this that is often found in antique jewellery is what makes them so exciting, and these earrings are certainly no exception. Not only will they always be admired for their beauty, but they will also make a wonderful and exciting talking point.
As beautiful today as when they were made over 150 years ago, these incredible earrings are a true testament to the wonder that is antique jewellery.
Stock# ET606
Circa: 1870
$4,400
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18 carat gold antique coral drop earrings made in the 1880’s
Dating from the 1880's, these antique coral earrings are the right length and colour to be easily worn to any occasion or function and always look perfect.
Made in 18 carat yellow gold, each earring is set with four pieces of natural coral in the main drop, and one in the top. With all the coral having a perfect colour to them that is complimented perfectly by the yellow gold, all of this is further highlighted with the design of each having a lovely ball design around the edge.
Measuring 7.8mm wide by 36.6mm to the top of the long and secure shepherd hook, these earrings will certainly always look the part.
Stock# ET251
Circa: 1880
$2,750
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Beautiful antique earrings made in the Victorian era of the 1880’s
These antique earrings date from the 1880's and will be perfect to dress up or down as the occasion requires and no matter where or when they are worn, they will always be admired.
Made in 15 carat gold, each earring measures 15.3mm across by 29.6mm from the bottom to the top of the hooks, and the Etruscan design in each earring is so beautiful to admire. The detail is exquisite and highlighted by the pearl set in the centre of each.
With the beautiful design complimented further by the warm colour of the gold, these earrings will be perfect for any woman of any age.
Stock# ET313
Circa: 1880
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Antique drop earrings made in the late Victorian era of the 1890’s
These earrings were made over 130 years ago, yet still look as modern and contemporary as any new earrings today, and combined with the elegant design will make these the perfect earrings to wear for any occasion.
Made in the late Victorian era of the 1890's in 9 carat rose gold, each earring is designed with an elegant smooth ball at the top, leading down to a partially facetted tear shaped drop that captures the light so well.
The colour of the gold has such a beautiful soft tone to it that will match perfectly with any outfit, and with each earring measuring 34.7 from the bottom to the top of the ball or 45.2mm to the very top of the shepherd hook, these earrings will certainly get the attention that they rightly deserve day or night.
These earrings are so elegant and stylish and many will be so impressed when they discover that these are from the 19th century and still as fashionable today as when they were made.
Stock# ET135
Circa: 1890
$2,500
$2,500.00
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Antique earrings made in the 1880’s and set with pearls
These earrings were made in 18 carat gold in the 1880's and have such a regal look to them that will have them being admired from near of far every time that they are worn.
The design of the earrings is so attractive and give the earrings the impression of flowing as they sit perfectly on the ear. The colour of the gold has a wonderful warm tone to it that adds to the allure of them, and then each earring is set with six pearls running horizontally across the front, with an additional pearl set at the top just below the shepherd hook.
With a very elegant scroll work running vertically down the centre, the earrings measure 17.5mm across by 21.1mm to the top of the hooks, and the hooks themselves were made to safely and securely be set into a lower smaller hook at the back to prevent any chance of losing them.
These earrings are truly amazing and are destined to be the perfect pair of earrings to wear for that special occasion.
Stock# ET179
Circa: 1880
$2,100
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Antique demi parure made in the Victorian era of the 1870’s
A demi parure is the term given to a matching suite of jewellery such as this demi parure brooch and earring set that was made in the Victorian era in the 1870's.
So exquisite to admire from near or far, the brooch and earrings were made in 15 carat gold, with the the colour of the gold having such a beautiful warm glow to it that highlights the intricate detail on both the brooch and earrings.
The earrings measure 19.8mm across by 50.8mm or 55.7mm to the very top of the long and secure shepherd hooks and with the tassel sections swaying elegantly as you move, these will add such an alluring charm to an already stunning pair of earrings.
With the matching brooch that measures 42.3mm across by 68mm, it also has the tassel at the bottom, and like the earrings, there is a very elegant vertical section that is set with natural seed pearls and highlighted by a border of blue enamel.
The work on the gold section of all the pieces is truly amazing to admire and made all the more amazing when one considers the fact that this special suite was made 150 years ago.
Worn together or separately, there is no doubt that this suite of jewellery will always be admired and appreciated for the elegance and style that it exudes and will no doubt become a treasured family heirloom.
Stock# ES9840
Circa: 1870
$11,500
$11,500.00
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Victorian era antique tortoiseshell drop earrings made in the 1890’s
The chocolate brown colour of the antique tortoiseshell earrings have such a wonderful depth to them and combined with the elegant design and length, this makes them the perfect pair of earrings to wear with any outfit and occasion.
Dating from the late Victorian period of the 1890's, each earring measures 63.6mm from the bottom to the top of the tortoiseshell or 74mm to the top of the 9 carat shepherd hooks. The triangular section at the bottom measures 11.4mm wide and the long main section with the beautifully detailed pierce work section measures 7.3,, wide.
These earrings have such an elegant sway and movement to them when being worn, and will look absolutely fabulous for any occasion.
Stock# ES8493
Circa: 1890
$1,850
$1,850.00
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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
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Antique rose gold drop earrings from the Edwardian era
These antique drop earrings date from the Edwardian period and were made in the early 1900's in 9 carat rose gold and have such an elegant and charming design.
Measuring 14mm across by 34.5mm in length, the earrings are so elegant and sit perfectly on the ear. With such a beautiful design that is exemplified by the sweet heart design at the bottom of each, these earrings are not only so comfortable to wear all the time, but are also perfect for any occasion, day or night.
As charming today as when they were made, these earrings will always be loved and admired.
Stock# ES9739
Circa: 1910
$1,250
$1,250.00
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Antique untreated Ceylonese sapphire and diamond earrings
The sapphires in these earrings are not only magnificent in both size and colour, but are also unheat treated Ceylonese sapphires making them even more special and amazing to admire.
For centuries it was known that if a sapphire or ruby was placed into a fire it will improve its colour and clarity, and although the technology in doing this has now changed, people have been heat treating sapphires and rubies ever since for this reason. This treatment is worldwide accepted as a normal treatment and not deceiving in any way and is accepted as a standard treatment for sapphires and rubies as it remains stable and does not damage the stone.
However it is much more exciting when the sapphires or rubies have not undergone any treatment and still display such a fantastic colour and transparency such as those that are set into these earrings. For centuries Ceylonese sapphires have been regarded as the best in the world, and these truly exemplify this.
Hand made in 18 carat yellow gold and platinum, the two sapphires total an impressive 3.75 carats and display such a magnificent royal blue colour. The colour of these sapphires is absolutely captivating and they have such an intense depth of colour that put these up there with some of the finest Ceylonese sapphires around.
Each earring is surrounded by ten European cut diamonds with the twenty diamonds coming together to total an impressive 2.80 carats. The diamonds highlight the sapphire perfectly and the sparkle emanating from them in just incredible and showcase that wonderful charm of antique diamonds that were cut by hand all those years ago.
Measuring 12.3mm across by 13.6mm, the earring are fitted with secure lever back fittings that allow each earring to sit perfectly on the ear.
As magnificent and exciting today as when they were made over a century ago, these are truly an exceptional pair of earrings that will always be admired and appreciated for their fine quality and design.
Stock# ES9718
Circa: 1910
$24,600
$24,600.00
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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
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