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Victorian Scottish Agate Sterling Silver Pendant Earrings
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Victorian Scottish Agate Sterling Silver Pendant Earrings

19th century
Description

Beautiful hand incised 19th century solid silver earrings set with slices of polished bloodstone, red agate and blue-lace agate. The lower "frame" sections swing independently below the fixed top half which starts with the ear wire and ends with the stone-set fleur-de-lys drop.

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 these Scottish agate "pebble" stones were collected.

Although antique Scottish brooches are relatively common, earrings are much harder to track down!

• Condition: In excellent antique condition.

• Fixing: Ear wires; supplied with tiny silicone keepers which you can pop over the ends for security.

• Era: Victorian 1880-90.

• Size: 4 x 2.5cm, 5.6cm drop from the top of the ear wire.

• Weight: 5.6g.

Date of Manufacture

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

Independent Date Check ID 09695757
Dealer's Item DateVictorian era
Sellingantiques DateVictorian era
Sellingantiques agingItem 130-160 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE VICTORIAN ERA:
Hand-engraved zigzag and feather borders: hand tool work rather than stamped reproduction.
Individually cut jasper and agate sections: shaped to fit each silver aperture.
Plain sheet silver backs: traditional bench assembly for Scottish hardstone jewellery.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

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SA1242251
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Description
Beautiful hand incised 19th century solid silver earrings set with slices of polished bloodstone, red agate and blue-lace agate.
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The lower "frame" sections swing independently below the fixed top half which starts with the ear wire and ends with the stone-set fleur-de-lys drop.
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fig 1. A pair of Victorian sterling silver drop pendant earrings featuring hand-engraved openwork panels inlaid with geometric red jasper, green moss agate, and grey banded agate stones.
fig 1. Victorian Scottish Agate Sterling Silver 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 these Scottish agate "pebble" stones were collected.

fig 2. A pair of Victorian sterling silver drop pendant earrings featuring hand-engraved openwork panels inlaid with geometric red jasper, green moss agate, and grey banded agate stones.
fig 2. Victorian Scottish Agate Sterling Silver Pendant Earrings

Although antique Scottish brooches are relatively common, earrings are much harder to track down!

• Condition: In excellent antique condition.

• Fixing: Ear wires; supplied with tiny silicone keepers which you can pop over the ends for security.

• Era: Victorian 1880-90.

• Size: 4 x 2.5cm, 5.6cm drop from the top of the ear wire.

• Weight: 5.6g.

Date of Manufacture

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

Independent Date Report ID 09695757
Dealer's Item DateVictorian era
Sellingantiques datingVictorian era
Sellingantiques agingItem 130-160 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the Victorian era:
Hand-engraved zigzag and feather borders: hand tool work rather than stamped reproduction.
Individually cut jasper and agate sections: shaped to fit each silver aperture.
Plain sheet silver backs: traditional bench assembly for Scottish hardstone jewellery.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Reference Numbers
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SA1242251
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Archive I A pair of Victorian sterling silver drop pendant earrings featuring hand-engraved openwork panels inlaid with geometric red jasper, green moss agate, and grey banded agate stones.

Victorian Scottish Agate Sterling Silver Pendant Earrings

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Archive II A pair of Victorian sterling silver drop pendant earrings featuring hand-engraved openwork panels inlaid with geometric red jasper, green moss agate, and grey banded agate stones. View II
Archive III A pair of Victorian sterling silver drop pendant earrings featuring hand-engraved openwork panels inlaid with geometric red jasper, green moss agate, and grey banded agate stones. View III
Archive IV A pair of Victorian sterling silver drop pendant earrings featuring hand-engraved openwork panels inlaid with geometric red jasper, green moss agate, and grey banded agate stones. View IV
Archive V A pair of Victorian sterling silver drop pendant earrings featuring hand-engraved openwork panels inlaid with geometric red jasper, green moss agate, and grey banded agate stones. View V
Archive VI A pair of Victorian sterling silver drop pendant earrings featuring hand-engraved openwork panels inlaid with geometric red jasper, green moss agate, and grey banded agate stones. View VI
Archive VII A pair of Victorian sterling silver drop pendant earrings featuring hand-engraved openwork panels inlaid with geometric red jasper, green moss agate, and grey banded agate stones. View VII
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A pair of Victorian sterling silver drop pendant earrings featuring hand-engraved openwork panels inlaid with geometric red jasper, green moss agate, and grey banded agate stones.
Victorian Scottish Agate Sterling Silver Pendant Earrings
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A pair of Victorian sterling silver drop pendant earrings featuring hand-engraved openwork panels inlaid with geometric red jasper, green moss agate, and grey banded agate stones.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectEarrings
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian Scottish Revival
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Agate, Jasper
  • ColourSilver, Red, Green
  • MotifsInlaid stone pebbles, Engraved silver framework, Geometric openwork design, Drop pendant hooks

These Victorian Scottish Revival pendant earrings comprise a matched pair of solid sterling silver drop mounts set with polished red jasper, green moss agate, and grey banded agate stones. The hand-engraved silver framework incorporates geometric openwork panels, a central diamond-shaped setting, and lower frame sections that swing independently below fixed upper drops featuring ear wires. Each element is ornamented with intricate incised line decoration, teardrop red stone accents, and distinctive inlaid pebble stones in contrasting natural colours. Measuring 5.6 cm in total drop length by 2.5 cm in width, this lightweight antique jewellery is suited for elegant daily wear or evening accessorising. The pieces coordinate easily with a range of contemporary outfits and traditional ensembles, adding a touch of nineteenth-century Scottish heritage to a personal collection.

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Scottish agate jewellery, also known as pebble jewellery, gained popularity during the mid-to-late 19th century following Queen Victorias visits to Balmoral Castle. These pieces featured native Scottish agates, jaspers, and granites inlaid into sterling silver or gold mountings, frequently inspired by traditional Celtic and Scottish motifs.

Traditional construction relies on sterling silver or silver-gilt frames inlaid with sliced, hand-polished semi-precious stones native to Scotland, including bloodstone, red jasper, banded agate, and cairngorm quartz. The stones are meticulously cut to fit directly into engraved metal mountings.

Authentic Victorian examples exhibit detailed hand-engraved silver framework with geometric or foliate patterns, hand-cut stone inlays flush with the settings, and period-appropriate fittings such as simple wire ear hooks. Reproductions often display machine-stamped metals or loosely fitted stones with flat adhesives.

These drop pendant earrings function as distinctive statement pieces when paired with structured tailoring, high-collared shirts, or simple knitwear. The natural earth tones of red jasper and green moss agate coordinate smoothly with both sterling silver accessories and warm neutral clothing.

Gently wipe the silver framework using a soft microfibre polishing cloth, avoiding liquid chemical dips or abrasive pastes. Avoid submerging the earrings in water, as liquid exposure can compromise the underlying setting or adhesive supporting the inlaid stones.
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