Earrings | Antique

The majority of antique earrings currently worn are from the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Made generally of silver or gold or a combination they ranged from the very simple and light to the elaborate and heavy. Designs were often fanciful, ingenious and incredibly detailed. Embellishment took many forms- micro mosaic, inlays, enamels, cameos. Gem embellishment could also be just a simple garnet or a pearl or a substantial setting of precious gems. Designs were strongly influenced by current fashions. Very early fittings were at as simple as a ribbon attached into the hair or around the ear. This later morphed into a fine wire which looped around the ear which in turn morphed into a secondary security fitting. At times pierced ears were in fashion, at others they were not socially acceptable in certain classes. In the Art Deco period when piercing ear lobes was regarded as barbaric, screw fittings were utilised. The screw fitting invented around 1863 lasted well into the twentieth century but at times was worn with some apprehension. A pair of delicate Art Deco earrings we held had this early combination of screw fittings and a security loop around the ear. Antique earrings offer a rich variety seldom seen today.

ANTIQUE VICTORIAN EMERALDS AND GOLD PENDANT EARRINGS

Rare. Gorgeous. Versatile. Distinctive. Such period emerald earrings are often hard to find.

2001 2434

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ANTIQUE SEED PEARL AND 18CT YELLOW GOLD CLUSTER DROP EARRINGS

Very different, wearable, both casual and formal pearl earrings which make you view pearl earrings differently.

2001 2854

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ANTIQUE TURQUOISE SEED PEARL AND GOLD DOUBLE HOOP EARRINGS

Dramatic, fabulous and eye catching antique turquoise earrings in a very contemporary double hoop design.

2001 2465

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FRENCH ANTIQUE 18 CT ROSE GOLD TURQUOISE AND DIAMOND DROP EARRINGS

The prettiest and most sophisticated forget- me- not earrings to flaunt for the holiday season.

2001 2809 SOLD

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ANTIQUE CORAL, ENAMEL AND DIAMOND GOLD DROP EARRINGS

Utterly gorgeous, distinctive and wearable. Imagine how often you would wear these in the next few months.

2001 2472

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Antique diamond set rose gold and silver three dimensional flower earrings

Exquisite.

2001 0539

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ANTIQUE FRENCH 18 CT. YELLOW GOLD AND ROSE CUT GARNET POISSARDES EARRINGS

Poissardes earrings are one of the most sought after combining a fascinating history, uniqueness and nonchalant wearability.

2001 3448

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FRENCH ANTIQUE 18CT YELLOW GOLD LONG DROP EARRINGS

An outstanding pair of antique articulated long 18ct yellow gold drop earrings. Wearable and versatile gold earrings of this quality and affinity with modern taste are difficult to find.

2001 2977

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