Pinchbeck Earrings

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 ( 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 does not match the beauty. Pinchbeck jewelry...

A grand pair of Antique Georgian drop earrings from the early 19th Century. Both feature beautiful floral metalwork wrapping around each...

A spectacular pair of antique Georgian night and day earrings from the early 19th Century crafted in pinchbeck and gilded in 18ct yellow gold. The long droppers are chased with a f...

Gemstone Type : Lemon Quartz Weight : 25.45 Carats Size: 12.70 & 12.90 Carats Dimensions : 1 ( 14.9x14.9x9.9 Mm) 2 ( 14.9x15.1x10 Mm) Origin : Brazil Clarity : Eye Clean Cut: Pixel Cut / Bar cut Color: Yellow Certificate: On Demand This sensitive tone not only works well in female jewellery...

The rare, collectable metal, Pinchbeck, is setting for 18th century shell cameos of a male and female god and goddess. The earrings are all original...

A lovely pair of Aurientis Wood Clip on's. On top of the wooden disc lays a gold Frog. Approximately .75 inches. This French jewelry designer has a vast international customer base a...

Early 19th Century Massive Earrings with high repousse scroll work with floriform embellishments. Lightweight and hollow openwork construction for these amazing, oversized period ear...

Unusual Victorian mother of pearl pointing hand earring. The carved hands each have a pointing index finger that are each decorated with gold...