Micromosaics depicting Colosseum and Temple of Vesta 18 kt Gold Earrings

Oval micromosaic pendant, representing a view of the so-called Temple of Vesta in Rome, set on black marble. Rome 1850's Vatican Mosaic Workshop The "...

These earrings are handmade by our goldsmiths, using ancient Roman marbles, red porphyry and green porphyry from Greece, called by the ancient Roman marble workers "Serpentino". Thes...

Oval micromosaic brooch and pendant, representing a view of Pantheon. Rome 1850's Vatican Mosaic Workshop. The "Vatican Mosaic Workshop, started up in 1727. Here the best mosaic arti...

These 18 Kt gold cufflinks feature two genuine Roman silver denarii from the 2nd century AD, depicting Emperor Marcus Aurelius and his wife, Faustina the Younger. Marcus Aurelius (26...

These mid 19th century micromosaics feature Roman scenes set into a piece of black marble. These antique piece was later made into a 14k yellow earrings. These hand made mountings highlight the mosaic's design. The frame has a twisted gold frame then a cultured pearl frame...

Pair of 18k gold antique earring with hard stone micro mosaic ornaments. Earrings are 45mm x 14mm. Weight - 12.5 grams.

Grand Tour 18k Yellow Gold Micromosaic Double Drop Earrings 1.5" length from base of ear wire 11 grams in weight for both earrings Made in Italy c.1860s Embark on the tradition of the Grand Tour with our exquisite 18k Yellow Gold Micromosaic Double Drop Earrings. Crafted with the utmost skill and precision in Italy, these earrings are rich in cultural heritage and embody the artistic craftsmanship of the era. Micromosaics, tiny fragments of glass known as tesserae meticulously arranged to create intricate scenes, portraits, or landscapes, became highly sought-after treasures during the 19th century. Coined by Sir Arthur Gilbert, the term “micromosaic” distinguished these works from traditional mosaics. The heyday of micro mosaic jewelry coincided with the Grand Tour, a cultural journey undertaken by affluent Europeans and Americans to absorb Europe's art and culture. Italy, with its history and artistic heritage, was a favored destination, where travelers acquired micromosaic jewelry as cherished souvenirs. These earrings have all the hallmarks of a sentimental lover. Flowers, especially, Forget Me Nots, symbolizing remembrance and true love, have captivated romantics for centuries. Legend has it that a knight, while picking Forget Me Nots for his lady, fell into a stream and, in a final act of love, tossed the flowers to her while crying, "Forget-me-not!" Cherubs, evolving from earthly desires to angelic symbolism, added celestial grace to Italian art. Often depicted as chubby, winged children, cherubs embodied innocence, purity, and divine love. In micromosaic jewelry, cherubs became...

Simply Beautiful Victorian Micro Mosaic Seed Pearl Drop Earrings. Set with 2 Micro Mosaic discs and accented with Seed Pearls and Green Stones. Hand crafted in 14 Karat Yellow Gold E...