Antique Edwardian Purple Paste Drop Earrings Silver Gold Pearl

Antique Edwardian Purple Paste Drop Earrings Silver Gold PearlA pretty pair of antique Edwardian drop earrings from the early 20th Century adorned with deep, purple pastes and glistening white pastes that together resemble amethysts and diamonds. The pair are a union of silver and gold and have a wonderful floral design with milgrain edging. Theyve remained in excellent condition and would be perfect for a wedding or special occasion. Weigh: 4. 6 grams Measure: 32mm length x 9mm width Paste measure: largest 6mm

MARKS: 900 silver mark

The pendant has a beautiful

It’s developed a lovely smoothness with age and is held securely by a box clasp at the side

It’s been updated with a securer safety lock catch at the back and is complete with its original fitted box lined with sumptuous navy-blue velvet and silk

The piece has been fashioned in 9ct yellow gold and fitted with a long pin at the back

usually depicting Gods and characters from Roman or Greek mythology

Guilloche enamel dates to the 17th century and became increasingly popular in the Victorian era

It’s modelled in solid silver and detailed with engraved patterning

CAMEO MEASURES: 16mm across x 19mm down

ITEM NUMBER: 7132

MARKS: Birmingham Anchor/ date hallmarks

ITEM NUMBER: 22-259