Antique Victorian Gold Embossed Drop Earrings c. 1880
Antique Victorian Gold Embossed Drop Earrings c. 1880
Regular price$ 1,140.00
$ 1,140.00
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There’s a quiet drama to these antique gold earrings, the kind that unfolds slowly, with movement and light. Suspended from graceful hooks, warm golden spheres lead into elongated, architectural links, finishing in softly faceted hollow orbs that glow like captured candlelight. Every element feels intentional: the gentle sway, the play of polished planes, the tiny embossed details scattered across the surface like secret signatures from the maker’s hand. They have that unmistakable late-Victorian presence, elegant, confident, and just a touch bold.
Handcrafted around 1880, these earrings are made in 9 karat gold and measure approximately 60 millimeters north to south, 18.9 mm across, and 8.3 mm deep. They weigh 4.85 grams in total. The earrings are unmarked, which is entirely typical for pieces of this era, particularly for finely worked continental or export examples. The hollow orb drops are beautifully formed and decorated with raised motifs, while the elongated connector links feature delicate beaded edging, adding depth and texture throughout the design.
What makes these especially compelling is their sculptural quality they don’t just hang, they perform. Worn, they frame the face with warmth and movement, equally striking with swept-up hair or loose waves. They’re the sort of earrings that feel discovered rather than bought, timeless rather than trendy; a wearable fragment of the 1880s that still feels utterly relevant today.
I offer free layaway on most items purchased for full retail price, please inquire if you are interested in setting up a layaway. We ship when payment is complete and items purchased or payments made on layaway are eligible for store credit only.
I always want you to be happy with every aspect of your purchase. If you are not completely satisfied for any reason simply let me know and we'll work together to get the item returned for a full refund. I guarantee that my pictures and descriptions are as accurate as possible. My goal is to exceed your best expectations.
Item ID: ESA23809VA
Handcrafted around 1880, these earrings are made in 9 karat gold and measure approximately 60 millimeters north to south, 18.9 mm across, and 8.3 mm deep. They weigh 4.85 grams in total. The earrings are unmarked, which is entirely typical for pieces of this era, particularly for finely worked continental or export examples. The hollow orb drops are beautifully formed and decorated with raised motifs, while the elongated connector links feature delicate beaded edging, adding depth and texture throughout the design.
What makes these especially compelling is their sculptural quality they don’t just hang, they perform. Worn, they frame the face with warmth and movement, equally striking with swept-up hair or loose waves. They’re the sort of earrings that feel discovered rather than bought, timeless rather than trendy; a wearable fragment of the 1880s that still feels utterly relevant today.
I offer free layaway on most items purchased for full retail price, please inquire if you are interested in setting up a layaway. We ship when payment is complete and items purchased or payments made on layaway are eligible for store credit only.
I always want you to be happy with every aspect of your purchase. If you are not completely satisfied for any reason simply let me know and we'll work together to get the item returned for a full refund. I guarantee that my pictures and descriptions are as accurate as possible. My goal is to exceed your best expectations.
Item ID: ESA23809VA
