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Victorian Classical Cameo Foxtail Tassel Earrings
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Victorian Classical Cameo Foxtail Tassel Earrings

19th century
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A wonderful pair of gilt Victorian cameo earrings with classical portraits in hardstone above five dangling foxtail chains. It's a nice sign of quality when the cameo heads face opposite directions and have different features.

• Condition: The earrings are in good antique condition with minor tarnish to the golden surfaces throughout. The left-facing lady has a chip to the end of her nose and one foxtail is missing its tiny ball at the end.

• Fixing: Integral ear wires, supplied with tiny silicone "keepers" to pop on the ends for additional peace of mind.

• Era: Victorian (c.1837-1901).

• Size: The total drop from the top of each ear wire is 5.5cm. The cameo sections measure approx 2cm across.

• Weight: 11.4g.

Physical Dimensions
Height
5.5cm (2.17")
Width
2cm (0.79")
Declaration

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

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SA1169868
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A wonderful pair of gilt Victorian cameo earrings with classical portraits in hardstone above five dangling foxtail chains.
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It's a nice sign of quality when the cameo heads face opposite directions and have different features.
The Earring Curator
fig 1. A pair of Victorian gold drop earrings featuring carved classical profile cameos mounted on black discs with cascading foxtail chain tassels.
fig 1. Victorian Classical Cameo Foxtail Tassel Earrings

• Condition: The earrings are in good antique condition with minor tarnish to the golden surfaces throughout. The left-facing lady has a chip to the end of her nose and one foxtail is missing its tiny ball at the end.

fig 2. A pair of Victorian gold drop earrings featuring carved classical profile cameos mounted on black discs with cascading foxtail chain tassels.
fig 2. Victorian Classical Cameo Foxtail Tassel Earrings

• Fixing: Integral ear wires, supplied with tiny silicone "keepers" to pop on the ends for additional peace of mind.

• Era: Victorian (c.1837-1901).

• Size: The total drop from the top of each ear wire is 5.5cm. The cameo sections measure approx 2cm across.

• Weight: 11.4g.

Height
5.5cm (2.17")
Width
2cm (0.79")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1169868
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Archive I A pair of Victorian gold drop earrings featuring carved classical profile cameos mounted on black discs with cascading foxtail chain tassels.

Victorian Classical Cameo Foxtail Tassel Earrings

Archive II A pair of Victorian gold drop earrings featuring carved classical profile cameos mounted on black discs with cascading foxtail chain tassels. View II
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A pair of Victorian gold drop earrings featuring carved classical profile cameos mounted on black discs with cascading foxtail chain tassels.
Victorian Classical Cameo Foxtail Tassel Earrings
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A pair of Victorian gold drop earrings featuring carved classical profile cameos mounted on black discs with cascading foxtail chain tassels.
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FAQs

Victorian classical revival cameo earrings feature carved relief portraits, often depicting mythological or classical figures, set within decorative gold metalwork popular during the mid-to-late nineteenth century.

These pieces were typically constructed using yellow gold or gold gilt, combined with carved hardstone, shell, or onyx cameos and flexible foxtail chain fringe.

Authentic nineteenth-century examples display period-appropriate construction details, such as hand-carved classical profiles, wirework or granulation embellishments, and original shepherd hook or lever back fittings.

These historical statement earrings pair well with modern minimalist evening wear or tailored attire, allowing the detailed gold craftwork and classical silhouette to serve as a focal point.

Clean gently with a soft dry cloth, avoiding immersion in liquid cleaners or chemical polish that could damage delicate carved materials or loosen settings.
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