Beautifully crafted vintage sterling silver earrings featuring an intricate openwork Celtic knot design arranged in an elegant, elongated drop. The interwoven knotwork is fluid and continuous, creating a wonderful sense of movement, while the pierced detailing allows light to pass through the design, emphasising its graceful form and polished silver finish.
The design draws on traditional Celtic knotwork, long associated with eternity, unity and enduring bonds. With its continuous, interwoven form and no obvious beginning or end, the knot symbolises continuity and connection — making these earrings both beautiful and meaningful.
The elongated drops are beautifully balanced, suspended from classic shepherd hooks with delicate spiral accents. The hooks are flat-cut at the front, allowing them to pass comfortably and unobtrusively through the ear without interrupting the long, slim silhouette of the earrings.
A particularly elegant pair with a lovely combination of craftsmanship, symbolism and movement — super quality and beautifully wearable vintage jewellery with an unmistakably Celtic character.
DETAILS:
METAL: Sterling silver throughout
DIMENSIONS: Drop length 3.6cm (1½ inches); drop width 1.4cm (½ inch) at widest point
MARKS: Stamped '925' to the hooks and '925' together with the 'SG ©' maker's mark for Sea Gems, a Cornwall-based company specialising in British-designed jewellery since 1975
WEIGHT: 4.2 grams combined
CONDITION: Excellent vintage condition with minimal wear
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At Mercy Madge we offer quality antique and vintage jewellery sourced in Great Britain. All of our pieces are professionally cleaned and polished, ensuring they are ready to wear and enjoy, or present as a thoughtful gift.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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* Returns Policy
If for any reason you are not completely satisfied, you may return your item for a refund. Please contact us within 3 days of receiving your order and return the item within 7 days.
* Gemstone Testing & Measurements
All gemstones have been tested and verified using a Presidium Gemstone Tester. Please note that all measurements and stated carat weights are approximate.
* Photography & Scale
Our photographs are taken in extreme close-up to show every fine detail. As a result, minor imperfections may appear more pronounced in images than they do to the naked eye. Close-up photography can also make pieces appear larger on screen, so we recommend referring carefully to the written description for precise dimensions.
* Gifting
Purchasing as a gift? Your jewellery will arrive beautifully gift wrapped in a custom Mercy Madge jewellery box. Please note that unless otherwise stated, any antique boxes shown in photographs are for display purposes only and are not included in the sale.
