Although antique Scottish brooches are relatively common, earrings are much harder to track down and gold ones are quite a rare find! These beautiful 19th century solid gold earrings are set with garnets, amethysts and citrine gemstones against a background of polished agates. The gems are foiled for extra sparkle with traditional enclosed gold backs. Scottish jewellery was made popular by Queen Victoria from the mid 1800s when she and Prince Albert frequently visited Scotland and her Scottish castle Balmoral. She loved all things Scottish and spent much time in the Highlands and Cairngorm mountains where the Scottish agate "pebble" stones were collected.
• Condition: The earrings are in excellent antique condition.
• Fixing: Ear wires, supplied with tiny silicone "keepers" to pop on the ends for security.
• Era: Victorian 1880-90.
• Size: 4cm drop from the top of the ear wire. The round sections measure 1.8cm across and the central citrine is 7mm diameter.
• Weight: 6.3g.
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!
Antique boxes are for display only unless stated otherwise.
FREE INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING! Items to UK addresses are sent via Royal Mail Special Delivery, and overseas items are shipped with a tracked and signed service where available.
