Victorian 1850 Etruscan Revival Dangle Drop Earrings 14Kt Agates taglios

Victorian Etruscan Revival dangle drop earrings. Beautiful antique dangle drops earrings, created in England during the Victorian Era (1837-1901), circa 1850. This pair of earrings has been made up with intricate Etruscan revival patterns of geometric and dots elements. Carefully crafted in solid yellow gold of 14 karats with polished and textured finish. They are fitted at the reverse with very comfortable French screws backs for fastening clips. Gemstones: Mount in bezel settings, with 2 round incuse intaglios, carved from natural two tones agates, depicting two ancient Greek goddess. Weight: 13.10 Grams, (8.39 Dwt). Measurements: 22 mm by 40 mm (0.87 x 1.57 Inches). Hallmarks: No marks, electronically tested for 14Kt gold. The Victorian This era is one of the most influenced and influential periods of antique jewelry. This period is defined by the British monarch, in this case, Alexandrina Victoria, the Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, as well as the Empress of India, years 1837-1901. There are 3 sub-periods within this era. First, the early, Romantic period, which is soaked in traditions, natural motifs in gold and silver, clear stones only being worn during the day and colored gems by night. The second being the Grand or mourning period, which coincides with the death of Queen Victoria's husband, Prince Albert the consort, who died in December of 1861. This period included large, dark, somber, dramatic jewelry, with a lot of