Victorian Almandine Garnet & Chrysolite Shell Earrings fobs faceted gold orbs

faceted gold orbs

a powerful motif to the Victorians

the paper has survived largely intact but some tearing around the hinge

with a good substantial feel

Victorian Almandine Garnet & Chrysolite Shell Earrings fobs faceted gold orbsDATE: Victorian, c. 1870 Unusual mid Victorian acorn earrings dating from the 1870s. Each one set with three almandine garnet and two chrysolite stones. Applied floral detailing in the centre and curved edges and line work to give a realistic look of a shell. Small pointed drops hand freely at the bottom with small millegrain detailing. They're beautifully made and crafted in 15 karat gold throughout. STONES Almandine Garnet, Chrysolite MEASUREMENTS