• Pair of gold Georgian-era earrings with intricate designs on a white background. Crafted in solid 14K yellow gold, they feature the highly skilled and delicate art of cannetille work, They are a breathtaking example of early 19th-century goldsmithing.
  • Pair of gold Georgian-era earrings with intricate designs on a lady's ears. Crafted in solid 14K yellow gold, they feature the highly skilled and delicate art of cannetille work, They are a breathtaking example of early 19th-century goldsmithing.
  • Pair of gold Georgian-era earrings with intricate designs on a white background. Crafted in solid 14K yellow gold, they feature the highly skilled and delicate art of cannetille work, They are a breathtaking example of early 19th-century goldsmithing.
  • Pair of gold Georgian-era earrings with intricate designs on a white background. Crafted in solid 14K yellow gold, they feature the highly skilled and delicate art of cannetille work, They are a breathtaking example of early 19th-century goldsmithing.
  • Pair of gold Georgian-era earrings with intricate designs on a white background. Crafted in solid 14K yellow gold, they feature the highly skilled and delicate art of cannetille work, They are a breathtaking example of early 19th-century goldsmithing.
  • Pair of gold Georgian-era earrings with intricate designs on a white background. Crafted in solid 14K yellow gold, they feature the highly skilled and delicate art of cannetille work, They are a breathtaking example of early 19th-century goldsmithing.
  • Pair of gold Georgian-era earrings with intricate designs on a white background. Crafted in solid 14K yellow gold, they feature the highly skilled and delicate art of cannetille work, They are a breathtaking example of early 19th-century goldsmithing.
  • Pair of gold Georgian-era earrings with intricate designs on a white background. Crafted in solid 14K yellow gold, they feature the highly skilled and delicate art of cannetille work, They are a breathtaking example of early 19th-century goldsmithing.
  • Pair of gold Georgian-era earrings with intricate designs on a white background. Crafted in solid 14K yellow gold, they feature the highly skilled and delicate art of cannetille work, They are a breathtaking example of early 19th-century goldsmithing.
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Antique Georgian 18K Gold Cannetille Drop Earrings – c. 1820s–1830s

Antique Georgian 18K Gold Cannetille Drop Earrings – c. 1820s–1830s

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These rare Georgian-era earrings are a breathtaking example of early 19th-century goldsmithing. Crafted in solid 18K yellow gold, they feature the highly skilled and delicate art of cannetille work, with intricate spirals, granulated beads, and floral rosettes arranged in a dramatic elongated drop design.

Lightweight yet ornate, these earrings embody the elegance and refinement of the Georgian period. Originally fitted with ear wires, they have been carefully converted to posts for modern wear while retaining their historic beauty.

Georgian cannetille jewelry is exceptionally rare and highly sought after, as the meticulous wirework demanded extraordinary skill and was only fashionable for a short period. These earrings represent not only fine craftsmanship but also a true piece of jewelry history.

DETAILS

Metal: Gold, testing between 18K (Acid Test) with Platinum Studs (Acid Test)

Weight: 6.85g

Measurements: 60.47mm x 11.72mm

Style: Drop

Closure: Modern post with secure backings (conversion)

Era: Georgian c. 1820s–1830s

Condition: Excellent

Sustainable Elegance

Choosing vintage means embracing sustainable luxury, preserving history while reducing the need for newly mined materials. These earrings are a wearable piece of art, perfect for lovers of history, culture, and bold statement jewelry.

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