A sublime and very large pair of antique Baltic amber torpedo drop earrings that date to the 1920s and bear desirable hallmarks for the Baltic state of Latvia.
Magnificent and hard to find in such splendid original condition the earrings showcase large specimens of natural amber carved into spheroid shaped balls at the tops terminating in long torpedo drops. The amber is semi-opaque in a striking golden orange-yellow shade often called egg yolk.
The earring have substantial gold vermeil (gold plated silver) ear fittings: sturdy shepherd hook ear wires that lock into place at the back to secure the earrings.
Despite their imposing size and scale these earring are lightweight and very comfy to wear, sublime and iconic of the Art Deco era!
MATERIALS: gold plated 875 silver
GEMSTONE: natural Baltic amber, UV tested
SIZE: total length 2-3/4" (70mm) top to bottom, torpedo drops 2" (50mm) long, 12mm wide at the bottom graduating to 6mm at the top. Balls 11mm diameter.
HALLMARKS: stamped '875' with a crowned head and 'WI' makers mark on both hooks.
WEIGHT: 7.6 grams
DATE: Art Deco, circa 1920
CONDITION: Excellent antique condition with no flaws to the amber and the hooks in perfect working order.
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Antique Genuine Baltic Amber Torpedo Earrings. Huge 1920s Art Deco Egg Yolk Amber Pendant Drop Statement Earrings With Latvian Hallmarks.