Antique Gold Micro Mosaic Drop Earrings

Pair of 14k rose and yellow gold Antique Etruscan Revival earrings. Measuring 55mm x 20mm. Weight of the pair - 15 grams.

Pair of 15k yellow gold drop earrings by Castellani. Earrings measure 2" in length. Not signed. Weight - 7.4 grams.

Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Condition: Excellent Total Item Weight: 10 g Length: 2.5 inches Period: Victorian

Antique pair of gold coral drop earrings Pendant coral (19 x 14 mm), 14 karat yellow gold Size: width 1.4 cm, length 4.3 cm Total weight: 19.0 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...

A pair of rare Italian, Rome, 1820's, 14kt gold tested and micromosaic set on black glass, drop earrings each with a smaller oval plaque above a round...

Dating back to approximately 1870's, these earrings are a true testament of craftsmanship and patience. Designed and handmade in Italy. These Italian mosaic earrings...

These elegant French dangling earrings are mounted in 18 karat gold settings decorated with twisted gold wire. The mounts are marked with french hallmarks for 18 karat.