victorian 9ct gold garnet earrings etruscan revival c 1860

victorian 9ct gold garnet earrings etruscan revival c 1860Description: Richly detailed and beautifully wearable, these Victorian Etruscan Revival drop earrings marry warm 9ct Gold with the saturated glow of Garnet. Each ornate, medallion like pendant is framed by concentric beaded and scalloped borders with delicate foliate scrollwork, drawing the eye to a single oval Garnet of deep mulberry red. The articulated shepherd hooks lend a graceful sway and lovely movement with every step. The Garnets (approx. 1.

Description:

Richly detailed and beautifully wearable, these Victorian Etruscan Revival drop earrings marry warm 9ct Gold with the saturated glow of Garnet. Each ornate, medallion-like pendant is framed by concentric beaded and scalloped borders with delicate foliate scrollwork, drawing the eye to a single oval Garnet of deep mulberry-red. The articulated shepherd hooks lend a graceful sway and lovely movement with every step.

The Garnets (approx. 1.20cts combined) are set in closed-back bezels that intensify their colour, while the softly patinated Gold highlights the fine chasing and milgrain textures. An elegant, feminine pair that captures the romance of mid-19th-century design with timeless poise.

Item Details:

ERA: Victorian (1837–1901).

MEASUREMENTS: Earrings are 34mm long including hooks.
Drop panels are 14mm long x 17mm wide.
Garnets measure 6mm long x 4.5mm wide, weighing approx. 1.20ct combined.
WEIGHT: 2.3g (pair).

MATERIALS: Tests as 9ct Gold, Garnet (1.20ct).

HALLMARKS: Since we have dated this piece as being made before 1950, a hallmark is not required in order for it to be sold in line with UK hallmarking legislation.

PACKAGING: Your order will be gift-wrapped free of charge in a Lillicoco cardboard box made from recycled materials, tied with a ribbon.

Condition:

EXCELLENT: The Garnets are bright and lively with no eye-visible chips or abrasions; facet edges remain crisp with minimal wear. The 9ct Gold settings and hooks are secure with light surface wear and a gentle patina in the recesses, consistent with age. The reverse shows a small historic fittings mark and slight difference in finish around one fitting, not affecting durability or wear.