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Antique Pique Tortoiseshell Gold and Silver Inlaid Earrings
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Antique Pique Tortoiseshell Gold and Silver Inlaid Earrings

19th century
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Sold 23 November 2025 · Mitaine
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Antique beautiful gold and silver inlaid tortoiseshell victorian earrings with star motifs to the top section and floral and lattice motifs to the lower drop. Beautiful antique original earrings in wonderful antique condition.

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Date of Manufacture

Mitaine has dated these Antique Pique Earrings to the Victorian era.

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5cm (1.97")
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Antique beautiful gold and silver inlaid tortoiseshell victorian earrings with star motifs to the top section and floral and lattice motifs to the lower drop. Beautiful antique original earrings in wonderful antique condition.
fig 1. A pair of antique drop earrings made from dark tortoiseshell featuring intricate gold and silver inlaid floral and geometric patterns.
fig 1. Antique Pique Tortoiseshell Gold and Silver Inlaid Earrings

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All orders will be posted with a full tracking and signed for service.

FREE DELIVERY on all orders worldwide.

Express Delivery is FREE on all orders over £500 GBP.

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REFUNDS

Please contact us within 14 days of receipt of the item and a full refund will be given on its return.

Date of Manufacture

Mitaine has dated these Antique Pique Earrings to the Victorian era.

Height
5cm (1.97")
Reference Numbers
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SA1126523
Mitaine
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Specialises in antique fine jewellery

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A pair of antique drop earrings made from dark tortoiseshell featuring intricate gold and silver inlaid floral and geometric patterns. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A pair of antique drop earrings made from dark tortoiseshell featuring intricate gold and silver inlaid floral and geometric patterns. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Pique Tortoiseshell Gold and Silver Inlaid Earrings

Archive II A pair of antique drop earrings made from dark tortoiseshell featuring intricate gold and silver inlaid floral and geometric patterns. View II
Archive III A pair of antique drop earrings made from dark tortoiseshell featuring intricate gold and silver inlaid floral and geometric patterns. View III
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Mitaine

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A pair of antique drop earrings made from dark tortoiseshell featuring intricate gold and silver inlaid floral and geometric patterns.
Antique Pique Tortoiseshell Gold and Silver Inlaid Earrings
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A pair of antique drop earrings made from dark tortoiseshell featuring intricate gold and silver inlaid floral and geometric patterns.
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  • ObjectEarrings
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialTortoiseshell, Gold, Silver
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsDrop design, Gold and silver inlay, Floral motifs, Geometric patterns
  • SizeH 5 cm (2 in)

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Pique work is a decorative technique involving the inlay of gold, silver, or other metals into organic materials such as tortoiseshell, ivory, or horn, which gained prominence in European decorative arts during the 17th and 19th centuries.

These pieces traditionally feature genuine hawksbill turtle shell combined with fine inlaid wires and foils of yellow gold and silver, often mounted on metal findings.

Authentic items display meticulous hand-cut metal inlays, natural organic variations in the shell material under magnification, and period-appropriate fastener styles consistent with Georgian or Victorian craftsmanship.

They can be paired with minimalist attire to let the intricate metallic patterns serve as a focal point, or integrated into an eclectic jewellery collection for a touch of historic character.

Keep the items away from direct sunlight, moisture, and harsh chemicals, storing them in a padded jewellery box and occasionally cleaning them gently with a dry microfibre cloth.
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