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Victorian 18ct Gold Cased Paste and Agate Drop Earrings
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Victorian 18ct Gold Cased Paste and Agate Drop Earrings

19th century
Sold 24 January 2026 · The Earring Curator
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Description

Very rare 19th century earrings with polished red agate drops dangling beneath sparkling white pastes in traditional crimped collet settings.

• Condition: Very good antique condition; one fitting has a little historic solder on the back.

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

• Hallmarks: None. The earrings surface test as at least 18-carat gold, believed to be an overlay.

• Era: Victorian (c.1837-1901).

• Size: Approximately 5cm drop from the top of the ear wires to the bottom of the drop, one drop is very slightly longer than the other.

• Weight: 7.0g.

Physical Dimensions
Height
5cm (1.97")
Declaration

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

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SA1137387
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Description
Very rare 19th century earrings with polished red agate drops dangling beneath sparkling white pastes in traditional crimped collet settings.

• Condition: Very good antique condition; one fitting has a little historic solder on the back.

fig 1. A pair of Victorian 18ct gold cased drop earrings featuring faceted paste stones at the top and polished red banded agate teardrops suspended below.
fig 1. Victorian 18ct Gold Cased Paste and Agate Drop Earrings

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

• Hallmarks: None. The earrings surface test as at least 18-carat gold, believed to be an overlay.

• Era: Victorian (c.1837-1901).

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• Size: Approximately 5cm drop from the top of the ear wires to the bottom of the drop, one drop is very slightly longer than the other.
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• Weight: 7.0g.

Height
5cm (1.97")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1137387
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A pair of Victorian 18ct gold cased drop earrings featuring faceted paste stones at the top and polished red banded agate teardrops suspended below.
Victorian 18CT Gold Cased Paste and Agate Drop Earrings
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A pair of Victorian 18ct gold cased drop earrings featuring faceted paste stones at the top and polished red banded agate teardrops suspended below.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectEarrings
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • Material18ct Gold Cased, Paste, Agate
  • ColourRed
  • MotifsTeardrop agate drops, Faceted paste settings, Ribbed gold conical caps
  • SizeH 5 cm (2 in)

FAQs

Victorian jewellery spans the reign of Queen Victoria (1837-1901) and is typically divided into three distinct periods: Romantic, Grand, and Aesthetic, each characterised by specific motifs, metals, and gemstones reflecting the social sentiments and technological advancements of the era.

Jewellery from this period frequently utilised gold-filled, cased, or solid gold settings, often combined with hand-cut glass paste stones designed to imitate diamonds, alongside natural hardstones such as banded agate, carnelian, and onyx.

Authentic pieces often display period-appropriate findings such as wire hooks or shepherds crooks, hand-cut stones with characteristic facets, closed-back settings in older pieces, and signs of handcrafting rather than modern mass production.

These historical pieces integrate seamlessly into modern wardrobes by pairing them with minimalist garments, allowing the intricate craftsmanship and warm metallic tones to serve as a sophisticated focal point.

Paste stones are typically set with foil backs or water-soluble adhesives, meaning these items must never be submerged in water or cleaned in ultrasonic devices; instead, gentle dusting with a dry microfibre cloth is recommended.
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