Antique Victorian Etruscan Drop Earrings 18ct Gold Opal joy and faithfulness

joy and faithfulness

open workmanship and leads to a Saint Esprit dropper which was a popular symbol in France in the 18th Century

It was often used as a base for cameos which were highly sought after in the 19th century during the 'Grand Tour' days when tourists developed a fascination with destinations such as Rome

MEASURES: Width 62mm x Height 20mm x Depth 10mm

loop) x Width 48mm x Depth 9mm - Locket Measures 40 x 40mm

Antique Victorian Etruscan Drop Earrings 18ct Gold Opal joy and faithfulnessA sumptuous pair of antique Etruscan revival earrings from the mid Victorian era (Circa 1860). Theyve been commissioned in 18ct gold and feature an unusual dropper with a faceted diamond shaped section in the centre, surrounded by ornate patterning. Etruscan revival pieces were crafted in the mid 1800s when ancient Etruscan jewellery was unearthed in tombs outside of Rome beginning a fascination with the style and giving birth to these beautiful