1880s Chandelier Earrings

These cabochon coral and lapis lazuli chandelier earrings are a masterpiece of craftsmanship and design. The premium gemstones are carefully selected for their vibrant colour and tim...

Set in gold and silver, rivers and crescents with antique foiled diamonds in the cascades of these graceful chandelier earrings from 1790 . These are d...

A magnificent example of history, these long beautifully granulated chandelier earrings are set with amethysts from early c. 1790 and were made in the United Kingdom. They are light on the ear and completely original other than the shepherd hooks which are easier to insert rather than the back to front hooks.. Antique earrings are dear and rare to find in original condition, as many have lost the top section. These earrings superb quality, decorated with tiny orbs of gold color ( granulation) applied on the long stem part. Father time knows how granulation adhered without glue or solder. The top and lowest section are engraved in repousse, the method of engraving where the gold sheet is pushed out into a design from the back creating volume and dimension. Floral designs cover the bottom inch of the earrings. The magical secret of Pinchbeck is that no expertise was spared in its creation, rather it took a master of alchemy and ingenuity to create the gold metal formula. Pinchbeck was that alchemist. He was a British Watchmaker. He concentrated on making the first fine gold metal that was not actually gold but became as valuable. He and his son were the only living to know the formula, a marvelous gold metal that never tarnishes, is a comfortable weight and is strong and durable. It became sought after by royalty and jewelry lovers throughout the world. Made only for a short period, it is valuable, desirable and precious. Later gold filled and gold plated jewelry do not match the beauty. Pinchbeck jewelry...

Designed as tiered chandelier style drops featuring oval and round shaped coral cabochons Ranging in size from 7.0 x 7.0 mm to 6.0 x 7.0 mm and each prong set in gold Opaque light pe...

Native American sterling silver chandelier earrings. Featuring coral, turquoise, mother-of-pearl and onyx set in silver. French loop hook fasteners. Length: 50mm. Width: 3-28 mm. Met...

Perfect Georgian Revival Diamond earrings are just the right length to wear day or night, blue genes to evening. The gold is 15kt. The country of origin is the United Kingdom. The di...

Superb quality earrings designed with the flourish of garlands, have been made of foiled pastes in the manner of Georgian and Victorian earrings. The bril...

Antique Iberian Emerald Earrings, ca. 18th Century A rare pair of antique Iberian - Portuguese earrings in yellow gold and silver, studded wi...

A fine Edwardian coral set comprised of a convertible chandelier pendant/brooch and a pair of chandelier dangle earrings. Each piece set with multiple...

Geiss round, scrolling vines are the top section of these Berlin Iron earrings c. 1820. We added the onyx teardrops thereby creating a pair of romantic and very lovely chandelier ear...

Crescent moons, dragon flies and diamond forms make these earrings a geometric delight. They sparkle even with low light at night. All bits of steel were cut and polished by hand the...

Carefully selected coral lends these earrings a vibrant, organic touch of color. Each piece of coral is carefully cut and polished, highlighting its unique texture and natural nuance...