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Victorian Turquoise And Seed Pearl Grape Leaf Earrings

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20-1-12100

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ABOUT THESE EARRINGS

Earrings for oenophiles! Dating back to the second half of the 19th century, there's a lot going on in these artfully designed, and fairly sizable multidimensional Victorian eardrops. Intricately detailed oval backdrops are overlaid with highly textured hand-engraved grape leaves with sinuous stems that culminate in colorful turquoise and seed pearl studded blossoms. They measure 1 1/2 inches and drop a bit further from the ear wires. Condition note: stones show wear commensurate with the age of the earrings. In 14K gold over silver.

Details

Materials:
14 Karat Yellow Gold, Silver
Length:
1 3/4 Inch
Width:
3/4 Inch
Height:
5/16 Inch
Gram Weight:
9.8 Grams
Period:
Victorian
Gemstone Details Gemstone Details

31 Cabochon Cut Turquoises

Color:
Slightly Greenish Blue To Blue
Measurements:
1.50-2.00 mm

10 Seed Pearls

Shape:
Ovalish To Button
Measurements:
1.70-2.10 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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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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