These exquisite antique Victorian 9ct gold earrings feature gorgeous long crescent moon drops and have fabulous movement when worn. The moons have scalloped outlines with fine milgrain detailing and are set with tiny seed pearls that are a bright white. The centre of each moon is set in an oval shaped opal with another opal dangling enticingly from the bottom.
The opals have a misty greenish blue hue with flashes of electric green and fiery red deep within, a real lively play of colour. The drops suspend from classic shepherd hook fittings that are accented in gold beads and coiled wire. The hooks look to be later replacements.
Bursting in sentiment these stunning gold earrings are a classic Victorian token of affection. Crescent moons speak of deep emotion and devotion, opals of hope and pearls of innocence - these antique beauties are steeped in hidden meaning!
DETAILS:
MATERIALS: 9ct gold
GEMSTONE: 4 Australian opals measuring approx. 6.75x5mm, roughly 0.60cts each. Total carat weight 2.4cts. 10 natural pearls approx 1mm diameter
MEASUREMENTS: 1-1/2" (4cm) tall (top to bottom), the drops are a tad over 1" (2.5cm) and 1/2" (1.3cm) wide
DATE: Victorian, circa 1880
WEIGHT: 2.7 grams total
HALLMARKS: hooks stamped '375' for 9ct gold
CONDITION: in excellent antique condition with minimal wear