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Victorian 9ct Gold Scottish Agate Gemstone Pendant Earrings
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Victorian 9ct Gold Scottish Agate Gemstone Pendant Earrings

19th century
Description

Although antique Scottish brooches are relatively common, earrings are much harder to track down and gold ones are quite a rare find!

These beautiful 19th century solid gold earrings are set with garnets, amethysts and citrine gemstones against a background of polished agates. The gems are foiled for extra sparkle with traditional enclosed gold backs.

Scottish jewellery was made popular by Queen Victoria from the mid 1800s when she and Prince Albert frequently visited Scotland and her Scottish castle Balmoral. She loved all things Scottish and spent much time in the Highlands and Cairngorm mountains where the Scottish agate "pebble" stones were collected.

• Condition: The earrings are in excellent antique condition.

• Fixing: Ear wires, supplied with tiny silicone "keepers" to pop on the ends for security.

• Era: Victorian 1880-90.

• Size: 4cm drop from the top of the ear wire. The round sections measure 1.8cm across and the central citrine is 7mm diameter.

• Weight: 6.3g.

Physical Dimensions
Height
4cm (1.57")
Width
1.8cm (0.71")
Depth
0.5cm (0.20")
Declaration

The Earring Curator has dated these Victorian Agate Drop Earrings to the Victorian era.

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SA1053351
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Description
Although antique Scottish brooches are relatively common, earrings are much harder to track down and gold ones are quite a rare find!
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These beautiful 19th century solid gold earrings are set with garnets, amethysts and citrine gemstones against a background of polished agates.
The Earring Curator

The gems are foiled for extra sparkle with traditional enclosed gold backs.

fig 1. A pair of Victorian 9ct gold target drop earrings inlaid with patterned agates and surrounding central citrine gemstones.
fig 1. Victorian 9ct Gold Scottish Agate Gemstone Pendant Earrings

Scottish jewellery was made popular by Queen Victoria from the mid 1800s when she and Prince Albert frequently visited Scotland and her Scottish castle Balmoral. She loved all things Scottish and spent much time in the Highlands and Cairngorm mountains where the Scottish agate "pebble" stones were collected.

fig 2. A pair of Victorian 9ct gold target drop earrings inlaid with patterned agates and surrounding central citrine gemstones.
fig 2. Victorian 9ct Gold Scottish Agate Gemstone Pendant Earrings

• Condition: The earrings are in excellent antique condition.

• Fixing: Ear wires, supplied with tiny silicone "keepers" to pop on the ends for security.

• Era: Victorian 1880-90.

• Size: 4cm drop from the top of the ear wire. The round sections measure 1.8cm across and the central citrine is 7mm diameter.

• Weight: 6.3g.

Height
4cm (1.57")
Width
1.8cm (0.71")
Depth
0.5cm (0.20")
Date of Manufacture

The Earring Curator has dated these Victorian Agate Drop Earrings to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1053351
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Archive I A pair of Victorian 9ct gold target drop earrings inlaid with patterned agates and surrounding central citrine gemstones.

Victorian 9ct Gold Scottish Agate Gemstone Pendant Earrings

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A pair of Victorian 9ct gold target drop earrings inlaid with patterned agates and surrounding central citrine gemstones.
Victorian 9CT Gold Scottish Agate Gemstone Pendant Earrings
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A pair of Victorian 9ct gold target drop earrings inlaid with patterned agates and surrounding central citrine gemstones.
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Victorian Scottish agate jewellery, often referred to as pebble jewellery, became prominent during the mid-19th century after Queen Victoria purchased Balmoral Castle. These pieces utilise locally sourced Scottish agates, jaspers, and quartz stones set into patterned gold or silver mountings.

Traditional construction incorporates sliced and polished native stones such as grey banded agate, red jasper, and green bloodstone. Mountings are crafted in gold or sterling silver, frequently accented with faceted regional quartz gemstones like cairngorm citrines and amethysts.

Authentic pieces exhibit precise hand-cut stone inlay, flush rub-over bezel settings, and period-accurate closures such as shepherd hooks or tubed hinge pins. Gold items from this era frequently feature specific carat markings like 9ct or 15ct, alongside light surface wear consistent with age.

These decorative accessories function as focal statements when paired with structured contemporary garments or neutral silk blouses. The warm earth tones of the agate stones integrate easily with both modern casual wear and tailored evening attire.

Clean gently using a soft, dry cloth or a slightly damp microfibre cloth to wipe away surface oil. Avoid immersing inlaid agate pieces in water or harsh chemical cleaners, as moisture can weaken the underlying foil backing or cement holding the stone segments.
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