Avant-Garde Seed Pearl Dangle Earrings by A.J. Hedges, Circa 1900

Name: Avant-Garde Seed Pearl Dangle Earrings by A.J. Hedges, Circa 1900
Brand: Lang Collection
SKU: 20-1-12260
Availability: OutOfStock

SKU

20-1-12260

ABOUT THESE EARRINGS

Founded by Andrew J. Hedges, Wallace M. Hedges, and John Obrig in 1877 in Newark, New Jersey, A.J. Hedges became one of the largest and most prominent manufacturers of Victorian Jewelry in the United States. These earrings, aptly named 'Avant-garde,' have an intriguing design that was somewhat 'outside the lines' of the styles around 1900. Evocative of boat sails, the angular openwork shapes are fashioned in 14K gold, the tops dotted with the tiniest of lustrous white seed pearls, while the lower halves are accented by a single pearl. Rare and wonderful, distinctive and delightfully different. Hand fabricated.

Details

Materials:

14 Karat Yellow Gold

Length:

1 7/16 Inch

Width:

1 Inch

Height:

1/8 Inch

Gram Weight:

5.9 Grams

Period:

Circa 1900

Maker:

A. J. Hedges

Gemstone Details Gemstone Details

58 Seed Pearls

Shape:

Half, Round

Measurements:

1.20-2.40 mm

Color:

Cream

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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Jewelry Care

As with anything of value, especially sentimental value, taking good care of your vintage and antique jewelry from Lang will enhance its beauty and extend its lifespan. We encourage you to have your jewelry checked and cleaned by us or by your trusted local jeweler every six months, to ensure that each piece is in good wearable condition with all gemstones in place. It’s not uncommon for stones to loosen over time, and it’s much easier to tighten a loose stone than to replace a lost one! As stated in our Repair Policy, we strongly recommend that you allow us to perform any repairs, since our jewelers are specialists in restoring vintage and antique jewelry.

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