Description
Le jour et la nuit
Divine immediately comes to mind upon viewing these night and day, natural saltwater pearl and paste French earrings from Victorian era, classic in style with an air of timelessness.
Extraordinary French with its standout romantic design and eye to detail reveal itself with this striking and intricate gold earrings from Victorian era.
Comprised of two elements, the surmount and drop, this versatile type of earring offers the choice of two looks, wearing the top only or together with its removable drop.
French in origin, they are elaborate yet full of grace and delicacy with glorious gold work.
Harmonious design incorporates natural half pearls and four vivid red glass elements adding elegance and drama to the exquisite design.
The original back to front ear wires still intact with all their French hallmarks.
A classic Victorian earring strikes a note with its construction and history, the perfect length to go fab to tailored these antique beauties appear substantial in weight yet are light and comfortable on the ear.
Artfully crafted in France in 19th Century, in 18 kt yellow gold, marked with French Eagle’shead and maker Joret.
Very good overall condition wear consistent to use and age.
Additional information
Metal | 18 Kt yellow gold |
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Hallmark | assay French Eagle's head, bigorne, maker Joret |
Gemstone | 4 custom cut parially drilled red/violet paste; 14 natural half pearls ranging between 1.3 mm to 2.7 mm in diameter |
Measures | each earring is top 8.8 mm wide and bottom 12.5 at widest part; each earring is 45 mm long including ear wires |
Weight | 5.2 grams |
Condition | very good overall condition wear consistent with age, few little bumps shown through photos |
Choose metal | Yellow Gold |