{"title":"Earrings","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom subtle studs to chandelier drops, antique earrings offer a touch of elegance and sophistication for any occasion.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEarrings have the unique ability to frame the face and add a touch of elegance to any occasion. From small studs to grand chandeliers, antique earrings offer a wide variety of styles that have evolved over time. The changing fashions of the 18th and 19th centuries brought about a wealth of earring shapes and sizes, from large golden flowers to delicate golden baskets filled with fruit. At Ravensbury Antiques, we offer a unique and handpicked selection of vintage and antique earrings from major eras such as Victorian, Georgian, and Art Deco.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"antique-rose-cut-diamond-chandelier-earrings-19th-century-victorian-georgian-statement-dangle-drop-gold-earrings","title":"Orecchini chandelier con diamanti taglio a rosa","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eUn paio di orecchini chandelier dell'inizio del XIX secolo, forse peranakan, interamente incastonati con 244 diamanti a taglio a rosa.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eCiascun orecchino accoglie 122 diamanti a taglio a rosa in castoni chiusi d'oro, per circa 4ct complessivi. I chandelier traforati, riccamente decorati a fogliame con fiori e grappoli d'uva, sono articolati e oscillano dolcemente quando si indossano, scintillando come i tagli a rosa erano pensati per fare alla luce delle candele. La loro lunghezza riflette la moda del primo Ottocento, quando le acconciature raccolte e le scollature più profonde lasciavano spazio a orecchini scenografici.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eLe chiusure e le sezioni superiori furono aggiunte in seguito dalla ditta francese Mécan e recano il punzone francese con testa d'aquila per l'oro 18K; le sezioni inferiori risultano al test in oro di circa 8-9K. I diamanti aggiunti sono stati scelti in armonia con la lavorazione originale per colore, taglio e incastonatura, e le chiusure sono sicure e moderne.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eImportanti, portabili e ricchi di movimento.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDettagli:\u003c\/strong\u003e inizio XIX secolo, chiusure successive di Mécan; forse peranakan; oro, sezioni inferiori testate circa 8-9K, chiusure successive in oro 18K con punzone testa d'aquila; 244 diamanti a taglio a rosa, circa 4ct in totale; circa 7cm di lunghezza, 2.3cm di larghezza; 22.34g la coppia.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondizioni:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eccellenti nel complesso, tutte le pietre salde. Manca un piccolo diamante in uno dei motivi a grappolo, non immediatamente visibile quando gli orecchini sono indossati.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eAccompagnato da certificato di autenticità (Certificate of Authenticity). Spedizione gratuita e assicurata da Londra con DHL Express. In base alle normative del proprio Paese possono essere applicati dazi e imposte di importazione.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46954514448692,"sku":"","price":4800.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/DSC_0672_edb958b6-e0df-46ce-b15d-9107736f9d28.jpg?v=1783091205"},{"product_id":"siam-black-diamond-earrings","title":"Siam Black Diamond Earrings","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eA pair of antique black diamond earrings made in Siam (Thailand), dating from the mid-19th century. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eEach gold earring features 25 flat cut Thai black diamonds in rubover, closed-back gold settings. These elegant tiered earrings are crafted in 14K gold and feature areas of both sectioned and interlinked components designed to move, swish and glisten. They display traditional Southeast Asian techniques including granulation and riveted tier sections. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThese types of earrings are modelled from the jewels worn in the Royal Courts of Bangkok. This particular pair of earrings would have been made for a wealthy aristocratic woman, or possibly a lower ranking female member of the extended Royal family. In the 19th century, the Kings of Siam were particularly polygamous and had a joint total of 124 wives and 159 royal children, each requiring their own bejewelled regalia and courtly dress jewels, bestowed to them by the King according to their rank. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe gold is also stamped with a French import mark for 14K gold from when it was later brought into the country. The earrings weigh a total of 5.88 grams. Each earring measures approx 32mm x 21mm x 8mm. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eSimilar published examples can be found in Richter’s ‘The Jewellery of Southeast Asia’ (2000, p. 94-95).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47988180123956,"sku":"","price":1200.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/C893BA1C-EBD4-47C4-B5DE-42A248A252D7.jpg?v=1716864229"},{"product_id":"antique-italian-pearl-grape-earrings","title":"Antique Italian Pearl Grape Earrings","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA pair of antique 19th century Italian grape earrings, crafted from high-karat gold and set with pearls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEach earring is decorated with around 40 seed pearls, drilled and placed upon thick, gold wire strands. The pearls are well matched in terms of size, shape and colour. The bunch-of-grape shaped ear pendants are attached to hook fittings for pierced ears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn the 19th century, grapes and vine leaves were a recurrent theme, drawing inspiration from the gold jewellery of the ancient world. In this period, nearly all Italian women wore gold earrings. Their shapes varied widely according to regional styles. This particular style of earring, with a dangling bunch of grapes, was typically made with seed pearls or Mediterranean coral. They were very popular in the Victorian era all across Europe, although the tight-knit formation of the pearls, and slightly crude gold work suggests an early 19th century Sicilian or Southern Italian origin. See the final listing photo for some 19th century portraits of women with pearl grape earrings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe gold is unmarked but tests as 18K. The earrings weigh a total of 8.35 grams. Each earring measures about 3.5cm north to south including the hook fitting, with a width of 1cm at its widest. All the pearls are securely set and the earrings remain in good and wearable condition despite their significant age.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48232406974772,"sku":"","price":1250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A1268_d6d90e35-8ab4-485c-a333-9319a09d3fc6.jpg?v=1726751133"},{"product_id":"antique-late-18th-century-spanish-gold-and-diamond-pendeloque-earrings-iberian","title":"18th-Century Spanish Diamond Earrings","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eA striking pair of late 18th-century Spanish pendeloque earrings, crafted in 21K gold and set with rose-cut diamonds that shimmer subtly in candlelight. \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eWeighing a total of 10.91 grams, these earrings embody the distinctive Iberian aesthetic, with intricate tracery-style goldwork typical of Salamanca, Western Spain - a region with strong influences from both Spanish and Portuguese jewellery traditions.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eEach earring is designed in the pendeloque style, featuring an articulated drop that moves gracefully with the wearer. The back-to-front Catalan closures, a hallmark of period Spanish jewellery, remain functional and secure.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasurements: 4.5cm x 1.8cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClosure: Traditional back-to-front (Catalan) fittings, with a 10mm hoop diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal: 21K gold, rich in hue and entirely handcrafted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiamonds: Set with rose-cut diamonds, known for their soft, romantic sparkle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eEarrings of this type were often heirloom pieces, passed down through generations. The combination of finely worked gold and flinty rose-cut diamonds reflects the elegance of 18th-century Spanish craftsmanship, making these earrings a rare and wearable piece of history.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eCondition: Excellent, with secure fittings and gentle age-related wear commensurate with their antique nature.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48470055059764,"sku":"1017810004","price":2200.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A3438_1574528.jpg?v=1739527469"},{"product_id":"antique-spanish-pendeloque-earrings-c-1800","title":"Antique Spanish ‘Pendeloque’ Earrings","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn impressive pair of antique Iberian ‘pendeloque’ earrings, dating from around 1800. These striking earrings are a fine example of late 18th to early 19th century Spanish carriage jewellery—precious-looking pieces made from less valuable materials such as pinchbeck and coloured glass, intended for wear during travel to deter theft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned in the distinctive two-part pendeloque form, these earrings reflect the stylistic shift away from the girandole in favour of vertical drop designs. This evolution was likely influenced by the towering hairstyles of the late 18th century, which required jewellery with greater visual height for balance and proportion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach earring features an openwork repoussé metal design with both silver- and gold-toned finishes, centred with vibrant emerald-green glass stones measuring approximately 4 mm in diameter. The geometric bezels and scalloped forms are typical of Spanish regional craftsmanship of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original forward-facing shepherd’s hook fittings remain intact—a rare survival that enhances their authenticity. The earrings measure 8.5 cm in length and 2 cm across at their widest point, with a combined weight of 34 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn very good condition for their age, these striking earrings offer a glimpse into the aesthetics and practicalities of jewellery in 18th century Spain. A bold and highly wearable example of historical fashion, and a wonderful collector’s piece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48545851703604,"sku":"1017810035","price":575.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A4126_1747377.jpg?v=1744294492"},{"product_id":"antique-austro-hungarian-rose-cut-diamond-dormeuse-earrings-c-1890","title":"Antique Rose Cut Diamond Earrings","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eA charming pair of late 19th century dormeuse earrings, crafted in Vienna during the Austro-Hungarian Empire, circa 1890. \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eEach earring is set with two foil-backed rose cut diamonds, mounted in finely toothed collet settings. The diamonds measure approximately 4mm in diameter, offering a soft shimmer that’s beautifully complemented by the surrounding starburst-like silver bezels. The upper and lower sections are joined seamlessly, forming a delicate double-drop design.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe backs and gallery are crafted in solid 14K yellow gold, while the front-facing diamond mounts are topped in silver. The pierced openwork galleries are decorated with small crescent motifs.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe earrings feature sprung lever-back closures, known as \u003cem\u003edormeuse\u003c\/em\u003e settings—from the French word for \"sleeper\"—so called because they were designed to be comfortable enough to sleep in. This practical and secure fastening style became popular in Vienna and Paris in the late 19th century.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHallmarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stamped with the Austrian 14K gold mark and the Vienna control mark used between 1872 and 1922.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each earring measures 15mm x 10mm.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eStone Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 4mm per diamond; setting diameter approx. 7mm.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 grams total.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very good antique condition with secure fastenings and gentle age-related patina.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eA delicate and wearable pair of late Victorian earrings—perfect for both special occasions and everyday.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48620078498100,"sku":"1017810078","price":1500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A4863-2_1998179.jpg?v=1749638644"},{"product_id":"vintage-french-dormeuse-earrings-in-18k-gold-with-lapis-lazuli-cabochons","title":"Vintage French Lapis Earrings","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eA classic pair of vintage French dormeuse earrings, crafted circa 1970s in solid 18K gold and set with deep blue lapis lazuli cabochons flecked with golden pyrite.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eEach earring is mounted with an oval lapis cabochon of rich ultramarine tone, displaying an even scattering of subtle metallic pyrite inclusions - a natural hallmark of high-quality lapis from Afghanistan or the Middle East. The stones are bezel set in plain oval frames, topped with polished gold spheres, and suspended from traditional dormeuse (or “sleeper”) hook fittings with lever backs; a style originally developed in the 19th century for comfortable overnight wear, and revived frequently in French jewellery design.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eHallmarked with French control marks and a maker’s mark (LC), these earrings are a fine example of restrained post-war French taste, blending luxurious materials with minimalistic modernist lines. The generous size (2.8cm drop) and luminous gold setting highlight the bold blue of the lapis, making them an elegant yet versatile statement for both day and evening.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 2.8 × 1.2 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 8.05g (pair)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarked: 18K gold, French maker’s mark LC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFittings: Dormeuse hook \u0026amp; lever clasp backs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48735611781428,"sku":"1017810111","price":585.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A5347.jpg?v=1753443062"},{"product_id":"pair-of-iberian-emerald-earrings-in-gold-c-18th-century","title":"Iberian Emerald Earrings","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eA rare and impressive pair of mid 18th-century Iberian emerald earrings, delicately crafted in gold and set with Colombian emeralds in table-cut settings. These jewels epitomise the Iberian taste of the period.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eEach earring is composed of three articulated sections: a domed upper cluster, a central bow set with table-cut emeralds, and a lower drop with further emeralds in scrolling surrounds. The construction allows for graceful movement when worn. The central bow motif is especially significant, reflecting the ribbon-inspired ornament fashionable across Europe in the late Baroque and Rococo periods.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe emeralds display the saturated green associated with Colombian sources, controlled at the time by Spanish colonial interests in South America. Each gem is set in box-shaped table-cut mounts. \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe backs of the domed clusters are of hollow construction, smooth and rounded, and stamped with hallmarks including an \u003cstrong\u003eFE \/ RE monogram\u003c\/strong\u003e, likely a regional Spanish or Catalan control mark. The earrings retain their traditional fishhook (forward-facing) clasps, a distinctive feature of Iberian earrings of the 18th century.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e c.1750\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spain or Catalonia\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18k gold (tested); Colombian emeralds (table-cut)\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 x 2.5 cm\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 g (pair)\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Three-part articulated; theoretically convertible to day\/night earrings by removing the top section\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent; very minor wear commensurate with age, one possible later emerald replacement.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContext: \u003c\/strong\u003eEarrings of this type formed part of the rich Iberian tradition of gem-set adornment, designed to emphasise movement and colour against the wearer’s face. Comparable examples can be found in museum and private collections, and in specialist dealers’ archives, where they are described as “pendeloque” style. They represent both high craftsmanship and cultural exchange, with Colombian emeralds brought to Spain via transatlantic trade.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48886974546228,"sku":"1017810136","price":3300.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A5808_71e3dd0a-2fd4-419b-b4d2-d10294064598.jpg?v=1757965686"},{"product_id":"victorian-etruscan-revival-torpedo-drop-earrings-15k-gold-earrings-c-1860","title":"Victorian Torpedo Drop Earrings","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eA refined pair of Victorian Etruscan Revival gold drop earrings dating to circa 1860. Crafted in 15K gold, the earrings feature elegant torpedo-shaped pendants suspended beneath triangular surmounts with applied oval beadwork, reflecting the archaeological influences that dominated mid-19th century jewellery design.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe Etruscan Revival movement emerged following major archaeological discoveries in Italy during the 19th century, inspiring jewellers to recreate the granulated textures and geometric forms of ancient goldwork. These earrings capture that aesthetic in a restrained and highly wearable form, balancing clean architectural lines with softly polished gold surfaces.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe drops are hollow constructed, allowing for a nice scale while remaining light and comfortable when worn. Their elongated silhouette creates subtle movement and catches the light beautifully without appearing overly ornate.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe earrings measure approximately 3cm in length including the fish hooks, and 6mm wide at their widest point. Combined weight: 2.52 grams. Crafted in 15K gold.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eCondition is very good overall, with light wear consistent with age. A particularly versatile and elegant pair of Victorian antique gold earrings; understated enough for daily wear yet distinctly period in character.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49127259636020,"sku":"1017810297","price":385.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/DSC_0493-3_3500480.jpg?v=1778706690"},{"product_id":"austro-hungarian-14k-gold-silver-rose-cut-diamond-dormeuse-earrings-vienna","title":"Antique Diamond Dormeuse Earrings","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eA pair of antique 19th-century rose-cut diamond dormeuse earrings, made in Vienna during the Austro-Hungarian Empire and later retailed in France. These diamond earrings feature sprung lever-back closures, known as \"dormeuse\" settings - from the French word for \"sleeper\" - so called because they were designed to be comfortable enough to sleep in. This practical and secure fastening style became popular in Vienna and Paris in the late 19th century.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe earrings are crafted in 14K gold, with the diamonds set in silver-topped, closed-back foiled settings; a construction typical of Georgian and Victorian era diamond jewellery, where silver was used around the stones to sharpen their brightness, while gold was used for the hooks and reverse. Each earring is centred by a substantial rose-cut diamond of approximately 0.60ct, giving a total diamond weight of around 1.20ct.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe diamonds are set in crimped collets with a scalloped, crown-like edge and an open crescent gallery visible from the side. This dormeuse, or sleeper, form was widely worn in the 19th century; secure enough for regular use, yet elegant and compact on the ear. The rose cuts have the broad, irregular faceting and soft candlelit brilliance associated with antique diamonds, enhanced by the original foiling beneath. Each diamond measures approximately 6mm across, and the earrings measure around 1.2 × 1.3cm at their longest axes, with an approximate 1.5cm drop from the top of the hook.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe marks are particularly interesting. The earrings carry the Austro-Hungarian fox-head mark, \u003cstrong\u003eA4\u003c\/strong\u003e, indicating Vienna and 14K gold, alongside the French \u003cstrong\u003eET\u003c\/strong\u003e import mark; \u003cem\u003eétranger\u003c\/em\u003e, used for jewellery made abroad and brought into France. Together, these marks place the earrings as Viennese-made, c.1880, and subsequently retailed in Paris. They test as 14K gold and have a combined weight of 2.16g.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe condition is very good for their age. The foiled closed-back settings remain intact, the diamonds are secure, and the lever-back sleeper fittings close firmly. Light surface wear is present to the gold and silver settings, consistent with age, but the earrings remain fully wearable and well preserved. \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eA fine pair of \u003cstrong\u003eAustro-Hungarian rose-cut diamond dormeuse earrings\u003c\/strong\u003e; compact and early in character. \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49142693822772,"sku":"1017810307","price":2400.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/Studio_Session-584-2.jpg?v=1780407560"}],"url":"https:\/\/ravensburyantiques.com\/it-ch\/collections\/earrings.oembed","provider":"Ravensbury Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}