Late 19th Century Italian Micro Mosaic 18k Yellow Gold Chandelier Earrings

Material: 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 6.68 grams Dimension: 35.3 x 24.5 mm Time period of origin: circa 1750's These beautiful antique earrings date back to approximately the 1750s. The...

Material: 14k Yellow Gold Gemstone: Garnet Cabochon 11.26 mm x 8.20 mm Dimensions: 40.6 mm (21.7 mm without fish hook) x 17 mm x 10.7 mm Weight: 5.3 grams Beautiful antique victoria...

Material: 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 5.2 grams Gemstones: Amethyst, Topaz, Citrine, Peridot, Garnet Dimensions: 23 x 16.7 mm Multi gem 14k yellow gold earrings with omega back closure.

Material: 18k Yellow Gold Gemstone: Citrine 30 cttw, Tourmaline 1.70 cttw - approximately - stones in mounting Dimensions: 52.7 mm x 15.5 mm Weight: 28.2 grams Inventory # E-111 Uni...

Victorian Norman enamel earrings in 18 karats gold. These earrings feature cartouches with black enamel backgrounds and a floral motif. The inside of the earring is elegantly S-shape...

Grand Tour 18k Yellow Gold Micromosaic Double Drop Earrings 1.5" length from base of ear wire 11 grams in weight for both earrings Made in Italy c.1860s Embark on the tradition of the Grand Tour with our exquisite 18k Yellow Gold Micromosaic Double Drop Earrings. Crafted with the utmost skill and precision in Italy, these earrings are rich in cultural heritage and embody the artistic craftsmanship of the era. Micromosaics, tiny fragments of glass known as tesserae meticulously arranged to create intricate scenes, portraits, or landscapes, became highly sought-after treasures during the 19th century. Coined by Sir Arthur Gilbert, the term “micromosaic” distinguished these works from traditional mosaics. The heyday of micro mosaic jewelry coincided with the Grand Tour, a cultural journey undertaken by affluent Europeans and Americans to absorb Europe's art and culture. Italy, with its history and artistic heritage, was a favored destination, where travelers acquired micromosaic jewelry as cherished souvenirs. These earrings have all the hallmarks of a sentimental lover. Flowers, especially, Forget Me Nots, symbolizing remembrance and true love, have captivated romantics for centuries. Legend has it that a knight, while picking Forget Me Nots for his lady, fell into a stream and, in a final act of love, tossed the flowers to her while crying, "Forget-me-not!" Cherubs, evolving from earthly desires to angelic symbolism, added celestial grace to Italian art. Often depicted as chubby, winged children, cherubs embodied innocence, purity, and divine love. In micromosaic jewelry, cherubs became...

--Stone(s):-- (10) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Multiple Shapes, Rose & Portrait Cut - Prong Set Material: Solid 14-18k Yellow Gold w/ Blue & Black Enamel Work Weight: 18.40 Grams Wid...

Pair of 18k gold antique earring with hard stone micro mosaic ornaments. Earrings are 45mm x 14mm. Weight - 12.5 grams.