A stunning pair of earrings from the Victorian period. The earrings are made from French jet, a faceted black glass that gained popularity during the Victorian period due to its resemblance to jet. This beautiful faceted glass has been mounted on black metal cut out panels in the formation of a pansy. Pansies were used in Victorian jewellery often and is a play on the French word ‘penser’ meaning ‘to think’.
These stylish earrings are a lovely large size. They likely started life as something else, though 9ct shepherds hook fittings have been added and the look is wonderful. Such a beautiful pair of Victorian earrings. These earrings should be worn with care.
Details:
Materials - French Jet Glass, 9ct Gold (marked)
Age - Victorian, modern hooks
Size - The earrings measure approx 35mm long excluding the hooks, by 27mm wide.
Condition - Very good
Weight - 6.56g the pair
A stunning pair of earrings from the Victorian period. The earrings are made from French jet, a faceted black glass that gained popularity during the Victorian period due to its resemblance to jet. This beautiful faceted glass has been mounted on black metal cut out panels in the formation of a pansy. Pansies were used in Victorian jewellery often and is a play on the French word ‘penser’ meaning ‘to think’.
These stylish earrings are a lovely large size. They likely started life as something else, though 9ct shepherds hook fittings have been added and the look is wonderful. Such a beautiful pair of Victorian earrings. These earrings should be worn with care.
Details:
Materials - French Jet Glass, 9ct Gold (marked)
Age - Victorian, modern hooks
Size - The earrings measure approx 35mm long excluding the hooks, by 27mm wide.
Condition - Very good
Weight - 6.56g the pair
