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15ct Gold Victorian Malachite Snake Dangly Drop Earrings C.1870's
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15ct Gold Victorian Malachite Snake Dangly Drop Earrings C.1870's

19th century
For Sale by AgAu Jewellery
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15ct Gold Victorian Malachite Snake Dangly Drop Earrings. The earrings are set with a round cut malachite, approx (5.00ct) the malachite is coiled by a golden snake. The earrings are 15ct yellow gold unmarked but fully tested for 15ct gold, the earrings date to C.1870's. The earrings are absolutely stunning quality. The earrings measures 20mm in hight and 13mm in width. The earrings are hook earrings. the total weight is 5.6 grams, The earrings are offered in excellent condition.

Metal: 15ct yellow gold. 

Stone(s): 1 x malachite, approx (5.00ct),

Measurements: Earring Measurements 20mm in length x 13mm width.

Hallmark: Tested for 15ct gold

Weight: 5.6g

Condition: Excellent condition 

Physical Dimensions
Height
2cm (0.79")
Width
1.3cm (0.51")
Depth
1.3cm (0.51")
Declaration

AgAu Jewellery has dated these Victorian Malachite Snake Earrings to the 1870s.

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SA1213620
Dealers Internal Reference
256315
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Description
15ct Gold Victorian Malachite Snake Dangly Drop Earrings. The earrings are set with a round cut malachite, approx (5.00ct) the malachite is coiled by a golden snake. The earrings are 15ct yellow gold unmarked but fully tested for 15ct gold, the earrings date to C.1870's. The earrings are absolutely stunning quality. The earrings measures 20mm in hight and 13mm in width. The earrings are hook earrings. the total weight is 5.6 grams, The earrings are offered in excellent condition.
fig 1. A pair of Victorian 15ct gold drop earrings featuring circular banded green malachite cabochons wrapped in a detailed serpent design.
fig 1. 15ct Gold Victorian Malachite Snake Dangly Drop Earrings C.1870's

Metal: 15ct yellow gold. 

Stone(s): 1 x malachite, approx (5.00ct),

Measurements: Earring Measurements 20mm in length x 13mm width.

Hallmark: Tested for 15ct gold

Weight: 5.6g

Condition: Excellent condition 

Height
2cm (0.79")
Width
1.3cm (0.51")
Depth
1.3cm (0.51")
Date of Manufacture

AgAu Jewellery has dated these Victorian Malachite Snake Earrings to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1213620
Dealers Internal Ref
256315
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Archive I A pair of Victorian 15ct gold drop earrings featuring circular banded green malachite cabochons wrapped in a detailed serpent design.

15ct Gold Victorian Malachite Snake Dangly Drop Earrings C.1870's

Archive II A pair of Victorian 15ct gold drop earrings featuring circular banded green malachite cabochons wrapped in a detailed serpent design. View II
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Archive V A pair of Victorian 15ct gold drop earrings featuring circular banded green malachite cabochons wrapped in a detailed serpent design. View V
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Archive X A pair of Victorian 15ct gold drop earrings featuring circular banded green malachite cabochons wrapped in a detailed serpent design. View X
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A pair of Victorian 15ct gold drop earrings featuring circular banded green malachite cabochons wrapped in a detailed serpent design.
15ct Gold Victorian Malachite Snake Dangly Drop Earrings C.1870's
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A pair of Victorian 15ct gold drop earrings featuring circular banded green malachite cabochons wrapped in a detailed serpent design.
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  • ObjectEarrings
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • Material15ct Gold, Malachite
  • ColourGreen, Gold
  • MotifsSerpent motif, Banded malachite cabochons, Wire hooks
  • SizeH 2 cm (1 in) x W 1.3 cm (1 in) x D 1.3 cm (1 in)

These Victorian drop earrings date to 1870 and are made from 15ct yellow gold and malachite. The visible details include circular banded green malachite cabochons, detailed coiled serpent motifs wrapping around each stone, and wire hooks at the top for hanging. The background of the display pad is white, the edges of the box are brown wood, and the backdrop is purple. Each earring measures 2 cm high by 1.3 cm wide by 1.3 cm deep. Such period jewellery is suitable for personal adornment and can be worn for special occasions or daily use. They offer a distinct Victorian and Gothic design style, combining rich green tones with polished gold hardware in a compact drop format.

FAQs

Serpent motifs gained widespread popularity during the Victorian era following Prince Alberts gift of a snake engagement ring to Queen Victoria, symbolising eternal love, wisdom, and eternity.

Jewellers during the 1870s frequently combined high-carat alloys, such as 15ct gold, with carved natural gemstones including malachite, onyx, and agate.

Authentic pieces exhibit natural concentric banding in the malachite, period-appropriate hand-chased metalwork, era-specific ear wires, and standard 19th-century gold purities like 15ct.

These drop earrings serve as a focal accessory when paired with minimalist modern tailoring, black evening wear, or earth-toned silk garments that complement the green malachite.

Malachite is a soft, porous gemstone that requires gentle cleaning with a dry or slightly damp soft cloth, avoiding chemical solvents, harsh soaps, or ultrasonic cleaning devices.
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