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Antique Victorian Etruscan Revival 18K Yellow Gold & Shell Cameo Dangle Earrings

$3,850
£2,943.53
€3,390.35
CA$5,395.03
A$6,023.04
CHF 3,155.98
MX$73,727.97
NOK 40,081.04
SEK 37,791.33
DKK 25,302.54
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About the Item

Meticulously crafted in 18K yellow gold this magnificent Pair of Drop / Pendant Earrings date from mid-Victorian era & is a fine & rare example of Antique Etruscan Revival jewelry. Etruscan Revival pieces reflect the fascination of Victorian era women with the Etruscans (ancient people who lived on the west coast of Italy between 700-300 BC), and inspired by their superb jewelry designs. ~~~ Each features a Victorian Shell Cameo, depicting 2 ladies, standing out in relief against caramel background each cameo is measuring 11mm x 14mm set in an intricately designed frame of scroll motif, finely detailed against mesh gold surround frame measures 23mm x 25mm Suspending from a ring bail, completed by comfortable easy-to-wear shepherd hooks Total length: 45mm Total item's weight: 12.5gr. ~~~ Crafted with exceptional attention to detail, the pair survived in remarkably good condition (being around 150 years old!) It comes in a vintage looking box - perfect place to store this piece - accompanied by valuation certificate ~~~ This important piece is ready for a new home & the next (at least!) 150 years of its fascinating life! Only 1 available - so order it now or contact us today if you have any queries.
  • Metal:
  • Weight:
    12.5 g
  • Dimensions:
    Length: 1.78 in (45 mm)
  • Style:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1860's
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    MELBOURNE, AU
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3412219394302

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