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Victorian 18ct Gold Acanthus Earrings
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Victorian 18ct Gold Acanthus Earrings

19th century
Description

Gorgeous late 19th-century earrings in 18-carat gold.

• Condition: In excellent antique condition, see photos.

• Fixing: Integral ear wires; supplied with tiny silicone keepers which can be popped on the ends of the wires for security.

• Hallmarks/stamps: The earrings are unmarked but have been professionally tested to confirm they earrings are 18-carat gold.

• Era: Victorian.

• Size: 3.7 x 2cm.

• Weight: 3.2g.

Physical Dimensions
Height
3.7cm (1.46")
Width
2cm (0.79")
Depth
0.5cm (0.20")
Declaration

The Earring Curator has dated these Victorian 18ct Gold Drop Earrings to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA980775
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Description
Gorgeous late 19th-century earrings in 18-carat gold.

• Condition: In excellent antique condition, see photos.

• Fixing: Integral ear wires; supplied with tiny silicone keepers which can be popped on the ends of the wires for security.
The Earring Curator

• Hallmarks/stamps: The earrings are unmarked but have been professionally tested to confirm they earrings are 18-carat gold.

• Era: Victorian.

• Size: 3.7 x 2cm.

• Weight: 3.2g.

Height
3.7cm (1.46")
Width
2cm (0.79")
Depth
0.5cm (0.20")
Date of Manufacture

The Earring Curator has dated these Victorian 18ct Gold Drop Earrings to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA980775
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A pair of Victorian 18ct yellow gold drop earrings featuring detailed acanthus leaf motifs suspended within circular outer hoops.
Victorian 18CT Gold Acanthus Earrings
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A pair of Victorian 18ct yellow gold drop earrings featuring detailed acanthus leaf motifs suspended within circular outer hoops.
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Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

Victorian drop earrings are defined by elaborate metalwork techniques such as repousse, chasing, and granulation, frequently featuring classical, botanical, or naturalistic motifs like acanthus leaves and scrolls.

High-carat yellow gold, including 15ct and 18ct, was commonly utilized alongside hand-stamped sheets, wirework, and cast elements to produce intricate decorative components with minimal weight.

Authentic period pieces often feature original shepherd hook or wire fittings, period hallmarks or makers stamps, visible hand-assembly joints, and natural age-related surface wear without modern casting seams.

These decorative gold drops provide a focal point when paired with clean, modern tailoring, neutral evening wear, or minimalist contemporary silhouettes.

Clean gently using a soft, dry lint-free cloth or a mild soapy water solution with a soft brush, avoiding chemical cleaners or ultrasonic baths that could compromise delicate historical metalwork.
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