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Victorian Taille d'Epargne Enamel and Pearl 14K Gold Teardrop Earrings

$1,395
£1,043.41
€1,219.84
CA$1,972.04
A$1,981.17
CHF 1,142.76
MX$24,109.84
NOK 13,274.71
SEK 13,465.76
DKK 9,119.01

About the Item

A captivating pair of late Victorian taille d'epargne enamel and gold teardrop drop earrings, crafted during the height of the Aesthetic Movement, circa 1880-1900. These exquisite antique earrings showcase a beautiful marriage of romantic 19th-century symbolism and meticulous hand-craftmanship, offering a wonderful opportunity for collectors of authentic period jewelry. The earrings feature elegant shield-shaped surmounts detailed in taille d'epargne, where hand-engraved lines are filled with opaque black enamel to dramatically highlight an anchor motif - the traditional Victorian symbol for hope, steadfastness, and safe harbor. Suspended from the surmounts are hollow-form teardrop frames featuring finely detailed, enamel-traced starburst florals and scrolling foliate vines. Suspended dynamically within the center of each openwork teardrop is a vertical bar set with three graduated, creamy white natural pearls. The earrings are in good antique condition, showing signs of wear and age appropriate for a piece from the late 19th century. There is visible loss and flaking to the black taille d'epargne enamel tracery within the recessed lines, which softens the contrast of the engraved details but confirms their authentic historic lifecycle. The gold surfaces show a beautiful historic patina, and the wire hooks remain strong and secure. the six pearls are intact, matching beautifully in luster and tone.
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  • Weight:
    3.67 g
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 0.625 in (15.88 mm)Length: 1.625 in (41.28 mm)
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  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Minor losses. Visible wear as a result of minor use and age - moderate loss to the black enamel inlay.
  • Seller Location:
    Towson, MD
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: MF 310-221stDibs: LU1895230191842

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