Sold: Antique Victorian Gold Garnet Earrings 19th Century

Name: Antique Victorian Gold Garnet Earrings
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1181407
Price: 695 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

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ObjectEarrings
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialGold, Garnet
ColourGold
MotifsFoliate detailing, Engraved drop pendants, Bezel-set gemstones, Granulated accents
SizeH 5 cm (2 in)

These nineteenth century Victorian drop earrings are fashioned from yellow gold and set with round red garnets. Each articulated piece comprises three distinct sections, including a textured drop pendant with engraved details, a central bezel-set gemstone, and a top hook fitted with small round turned finials and beads. The metalwork incorporates delicate foliate motifs, finely textured granulated accents, and patterned mouldings around the edges. Measuring 5 cm high, the earrings are designed to be worn on the lobes for formal or daily wear. They suit traditional dressing tables or jewellery displays when not being worn, adding classic Victorian style to a modern accessory collection.

FAQs

Victorian gold garnet earrings are defined by elaborate goldsmithing techniques popular during the nineteenth century, including repousse, chasing, granulation, and wirework. Garnets were widely favoured during this era for their deep red colour tone and symbolic connection to commitment and loyalty.

Jewellers during the Victorian era typically used high-karat yellow gold or gold-gilt silver alloys. Natural gemstones such as garnets, pearls, and amethysts were hand-cut and mounted using bezel or claw settings crafted entirely by hand.

Authentic Victorian earrings often feature hand-fabricated ear wires, closed-back or foiled gemstone settings, and evidence of manual engraving rather than machine casting. Hallmarks may be present on the wires or body, though many nineteenth-century pieces remain unhallmarked due to period regulations.

Antique gold drop earrings act as statement accessories that contrast effective with modern minimalist tailoring, elevated evening wear, or casual denim ensembles. Styling historic jewellery with clean modern lines allows the intricate historic metalwork to remain the focal point.

Clean antique gold jewellery gently using a soft dry cloth or a slightly dampened microfiber cloth without harsh chemical cleaners. Avoid submerging historical settings in liquid to prevent water from entering hollow gold components or behind foil-backed stones.

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Antique Victorian Gold Garnet Earrings

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