Victorian era 18K gold flat cut garnet earrings

For sale a beautiful pair of 18K gold earrings from the Victorian era. Each earring features a symmetrical arrangement of 4 flat cut garnets on each side. The garnets are artfully surrounded by woven gold wires and gold dot frames.

The juxtaposition of the warm, lustrous golden hue with the vibrant purplish-red brilliance of the garnets creates a captivating contrast. The sparkles of the garnets find a perfect counterbalance in the soft, rounded forms of the surrounding gold frames.

Noteworthy for their generous size, these earrings are eye-catching, ensuring they command attention when worn. The refined craftsmanship of the Victorian era is evident in every detail, making them a timeless piece that transcends trends. The secure and comfortable front-to-back closing mechanism ensures both style and ease of wear.

A gift that speaks to the soul of antique elegance, these Victorian-era earrings are a perfect choice for anyone who appreciates the allure of a bygone era.

The earrings have the front to back closing for pierced ears and they are stamped with the French horse head hallmark for 18K gold on each side. (in use between 1838-1919).

Measurements and condition

In overall good antique condition, with traces of use and slight oxidation on the gold.

Tiny solder marks on the second scroll gold layer (between the gold woven frame and the gold dot frame), not visible when the earrings are worn. 

French horse head hallmark for 18K gold on each side.

The main motif measures: 21mm*16mm

Length of the earrings: 30mm

Weight: 4.2g