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Victorian Amethyst Earrings

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20-1-6795

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ABOUT THESE EARRINGS

Absolutely delightful, original Victorian ear baubles - circa 1870. A pair of round faceted light purple amethysts gleam in the center from within 17(!) prong settings, framed in textured rosy-yellow gold and ornamented with black enamel tracery and outer beading. A silver floret crowns the tops and a pearl-centered amethyst-colored glass and a couple of gold beads jingle-jangle below. Pristine and completely original except for the ear wires. 1 5/8 by 7/8 inch.

Details

Materials:
Silver over 14 Karat Gold
Length:
1 5/8 inch
Width:
7/8 inch
Gram Weight:
9.6 gm
Period:
Victorian
Center Amethyst details
Cut/Shape:
Round Cut
Color:
Purple
Carat Weight:
4.00 carat Because mountings prohibit full and accurate observation of gem quality and weight, all data pertaining to mounted gems can be considered as approximate unless accompanied by an independent laboratory certificate (AGL, EGL, GIA). Unless otherwise stated, all colored stones and pearls are assumed to be subject to a relatively stable and possibly undetected color and/or clarity enhancement.
Measurements:
8.90 x 8.90 x 4.66 mm
Additional Details Additional Gem Details

2 Seed Pearls

Shape:
Half Round
Measurements:
1.30 x 1.40 mm
Total Colored Gemstone Carat Weight:
4.00

About Victorian Jewelry

The eclectic Victorians didn’t limit themselves when it came to motifs and themes—if it struck their fancy, they turned it into jewelry. Sweet and sentimental with a distinct romantic streak, Victorian gems expanded upon their Georgian predecessors. The array of styles that blossomed (sometimes quite literally) during this era endure to this day.

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