Antique Victorian Etruscan Drop Earrings Pinchbeck Edwardian (1901-1914)

Antique Victorian Etruscan Drop Earrings Pinchbeck Edwardian (1901-1914)These magnificent antique Victorian drop earrings are fashioned in golden pinchbeck and date to the Grand Tour era (Circa 1870) when archaeological discoveries outside Rome sparked a desire for ancient Etruscan inspired jewellery such as this. The pair feature a striking amphora inspired bud form, enriched with intricate filigree wirework and culminate in elegant articulated spike and ball tassels that sway beautifully with movement. More than a

CONDITION: Good - the Enamel stripes are a little faded

romantic sentiment that has endured over the centuries

This wonderful antique Victorian Scottish agate brooch is modelled in silver and inlaid with five polished natural agates cut to fit the brooches unique design

Birmingham Anchor/ Date hallmarks

the feminine moon Goddess and said to be a path to love

7 ½ (US) - Can be sized

This spectacular crystal heart necklace features fifteen large

it is ready to begin its next chapter

5 inches x Diameter 65mm x Width 50mm across the front

FACE MEASURES: Height 6mm x Width 8mm x Depth 2mm

a three pence coin in an ornate frame (Dated 1940)

Insect jewellery grew in popularity at the turn of the 20th Century due to a renewed love of the natural world following the vast urbanisation of the country and were often decorated with colourful gemstones to enhance their beauty and value