Beautifully crafted earrings in richly coloured silver gilt with garnet cabochons set amid finely applied Etruscan-style wirework. Note the lovely little garnet terminal on each wire and the glossy polished onyx cabochon on each base.
Around 1880 many gold treasures dating back to the ancient Etruscan era (700-300 BC) were being discovered in Italian tombs, leading to the emergence of the Etruscan Revival as Victorian jewellers sought to recreate the style. Craftsmen employed considerable skill to make finely detailed pieces using multiple gold working techniques such as granulation, cannetille and filigree and typically employing high-carat gold and semi-precious stones.
• Condition: In excellent antique condition with little sign of wear.
• Fixing: Silver gilt ear wires, supplied with tiny silicone "keepers" for additional security.
• Stamps/hallmarks: None.
• Era: Estimated Victorian (c.1837-1901).
• Size: Approx 3.3cm drop from the top of the ear wires; the torpedoes measure approx 2.3 x 1cm.
• Weight: 5.9g.
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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