Fantastic Georgian‑era earrings featuring luminous oval mother‑of‑pearl plaques framed by hand‑set marcasites mounted in silver. The plaques have the lovely soft luminescent glow characteristic of antique mother of pearl, rather than the shining iridescence of more modern shell, each set with a delicate floral cluster of very bright twinkly marcasites. The backs show typical Georgian construction with cross‑brace mounts, with the overlaying pieces washed in gold.
• Condition: The earrings are in very good antique condition; there is a little tarnish on the backs.
• Fixing: Nine-carat (375) gold screwbacks, likely converted long ago.
• Hallmarks/stamps: Marked 9CT on the screws.
• Era: Estimated Georgian (c.1714-1837).
• Size: 2.7cm from the top of the post to the bottom of the drop. The main plaques measure 2 x 1.6cm.
• Weight: 4.3g.
PLEASE NOTE! All items are vintage or antique and as such show light general wear appropriate to their age. Bear in mind photos are very magnified and flaws which can be seen in the pictures are often imperceptible to the naked eye in real life. I always do my very best to point out any additional flaws, but please look carefully at all the photos as they are an important part of the listing - and do ask if you have any questions!
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