Early 20th Century Earrings

A pair of old German Diamond Earrings with folding hooks from ca 1920s - 1930s in an original Black, Red, and White period box. No hallmarks, apparently custom-ordered. Metal tested...

Marked "Made In France" on their antique brass back-plates like the initial unbranded couture costume-jewelry commissioned by Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel since 1924, these beaded early-handcrafted-clip earrings are arranged with wire in a floral motif featuring button-like mother-of-pearls accented by smaller balls of lampwork glass with an ecru organic coating that mimics pearl nacre. The pair were designed to accessorize a one-of-a-kind clothing ensemble (likely including cultured-pearl buttons and a brooch) for a client of the pearl-associated French couturier whose earliest jewelry--unlike her fashion-designer peers--sometimes mixed real and faux gems. The glass artistry, clustered arrangement and earring findings are characteristic of one of her Parisian paruriers, Louis Rousselet. He was a lampwork master with a workshop since 1920 specializing in faux-pearl glass beads and wire-work assembly, along with other decorative elements. Since the three-piece flat-brass lever clips without hinge-holes on both sides predate Rousselet's wire-horseshoe clips, they can be dated like the patinated brass hardware to the mid1920s. The beads of various sizes and shades of white that are wired to these earrings include four round graduating iridescent mother-of-pearl disks, along with lampwork glass replicating four baroque pearls, three round pearls and two seed pearls. There are natural impurities present on the green-and-pink-reflecting cultured pearls, while we can clean dust from the coated-glass crevices upon request. Of note, Chanel did not include a brand signature on any of her couture costume jewelry prior to the mid-1950s. As many of her clients who came to Paris for their couture-clothing fittings were foreign, the coordinated unique jewelry that was expected to leave the country was merely stamped "Made In France" or "France". We acquired these earrings in The States along with similar pair with additional but smaller "petals, berries and leaves" from the same Rousselet commission. Further, Art Deco couture...

These 18 karat gold earrings feature delicate seed pearls arranged in cascading clusters, creating a chandelier-like effect. The design includes a slender vertical drop, allowing the...

Wear a piece of art with a unique story! These 18K Gold Cultured Pearl Cameo Earrings and Brooch Suite boasts intricate craftsmanship and a unique color. Circa 1900s. Vintage box is...

In very good condition. Total weight is 4.1 grams. Totally is old cut diamond 2.20 ct. Totally is rose cut diamond 0.15 ct. The diamond is has generally H-I-J-K color and s1-s2-s3 c...

Hanging earrings made of 14-karat yellow gold (585 fineness) and platinum elements. Unique earrings decorated with old brilliant-cut diamonds with a total weight of approx. 0.40ct. ...

Stamped "Made In France" on their antique brass back-plates like the initial unbranded couture costume-jewelry commissioned by French Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel beginning in 1924, these floral-motif wired earrings with early handcrafted brass flat clips are decorated with button-like cultured mother-of-pearl disks mixed with Parisian organically-coated lampwork glass, which we photographed in indoor sunlight for the most accurate iridescent ecru colors. The pair were designed by Chanel to accessorize a one-of-a-kind clothing ensemble (likely including cultured-pearl buttons) for a client of this pearl-associated couturier whose earliest one-of-a-kind jewelry such as pieces for herself--unlike other 1920s fashion designers--sometimes mixed real and faux gems. The intricate glass artistry, wired cluster arrangement and earring findings are characteristic of one of Chanel's first Parisian paruriers, Louis Rousselet. He was a lampwork master with a workshop since 1920 that became recognized for faux-pearl glass beads and wire-work construction. As the three-piece flat-brass lever clips without hinge-holes on both sides predate Rousselet's wire-horseshoe clips, they can be dated like the patinated brass hardware to the mid-1920s. The beads of various sizes and ecru colors that are wired to each earring include five round flat graduating iridescent mother-of-pearls, along with lampwork glass replicating nine baroque pearls, five round pearls and two seed pearls. There are natural imperfections on the green-and-rose-reflecting cultured pearls, while there is some nacre-enamel loss on the glass beads that is not eye visible. On closer view, one of the central round glass beads has a lighter blister, which appears like the texture of some uncultured pearls. Of note, Chanel did not include a brand signature on any of her couture costume jewelry prior to the mid-1950s. As many of her clients who came to Paris for their couture-clothing fittings were foreign, the coordinated unique jewelry that was expected to leave the country was merely stamped "Made In France" or "France". We acquired these earrings in The States along with a similar set with fewer but larger "petals, berries and leaves", which we priced the same in a different listing despite the slightly greater size and weight of this pair. So we know that they both were created for a single commission of multiple unique earrings with like lampwork-glass shapes and findings to be paired with the button-like mother-of-pearls provided by Chanel. While we have acquired over a dozen pre-signature pieces commissioned by the founder, these are the earliest earrings that we have discovered by Chanel. We have never found a single match to contradict our recognition of her early couture creations nor to attribute them to another designer. Further, Art Deco couture...

Cute antique earrings from the early 1900s c.a., with beautiful old mine cut diamonds for 1.10ct total circa and small pearls in the centre. Set in 14ct yellow gold with lever back f...

A classic pair of diamond and pearl drop earrings from the Art Deco (ca1920s) era! Crafted in platinum and 18k white gold, each earring begins with a long, thin component encrusted w...

Old gold earrings made of 14-karat gold (0.580 fineness). Set with 20 diamonds in an old brilliant cut with a total weight of approx. 2.20 ct. The earrings are decorated with natural...

Old European Chandelier Diamond Earrings with Silver over 18K Gold earrings designed as leafed clusters of hanging grapes. Ca. early 19th century, no hallmarks. Each earring measu...

Antique Cameo Earrings 9ct Gold Tested Circa 1900 Introducing these exquisite 9ct gold Edwardian shell cameo earrings, which showcase a captivating portrait of a bearded man deli...

Edwardian GIA no-heat Cambodian sapphire and diamond 18k yellow gold and silver earrings. Featuring two cushion cut sapphires weighing approximately 1.70 and 1.75 carats, accompanied...

It is a lovely pair of Edwardian floral drop earrings crafted in 18K gold. Circa 1900. The piece features turquoises and seed pearls. Weight: 5.29g Length: 5cm IMPORTANT: As a b...

Handmade antique 14kt gold Torpedo earrings featuring fine applied filigree panels on hollow teardrop shape dangles. Looks handmade with beautifu...

Finely crafted in platinum with Old European cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 2.50 carats and Rubies weighing approximately a total of 0.80 carats. Circa 1920s 7/8 inch...

Art nouveau Pansy flower earrings designed by A.J. Hedge & Co. Beautiful colorful pair of earrings, created in America during the Edwardian and the Art Nouveau periods, back in the ...

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...

Rich saturated vivid orange coral is featured in this classic elegant earring. 17.50 millimeters in size ( approximately 3/4's of an inch ) backed with handmade 18k gold settings.

A pair of old European Diamond Earrings dating from ca 1920s - 1930s. No hallmarks. Wires Metal tested 14K Rose toned Gold, clusters in ...

In 18kt yellow gold, embellished in the center with pearls of approximately 6 mm surrounded by diamond roses, lever clasp, dim. 1.5x2.5x2 cm approximately, gr. 8 in total