Victorian 9ct Gold Oval Engraved Drop Earrings c.1870 1930's Petite yet ornate

Petite yet ornate

but this is only visible under close inspection

EXCELLENT: Each gemstone is secure in its setting and has retained a lovely vibrancy

The five Opal doublets graduate gracefully from centre to tip

and although there is a subtle bend on one side

Victorian 9ct Gold Oval Engraved Drop Earrings c.1870 1930's Petite yet ornateDescription: A charming pair of Victorian 9ct Gold drop earrings richly chased with scrolling foliate motifs over a finely engineturned ground. Petite button surmounts suspend oval plaques via a tiny ring, giving graceful articulation and an elegant sway. The warm glow of 9ct Gold is beautifully heightened by the contrast between textured backgrounds and raised decoration, with a delicate star rosette detail at the tops. Bearing Birmingham hallmarks