A romantic pair of antique 14K gold chandelier earrings featuring vivid blue enamel detailing and delicate pearl drops. Ornate openwork, scrolling gold elements, and graceful movement give these earrings an unmistakably old-world presence.
Each earring is constructed in an elegant openwork form with elongated, teardrop-shaped elements decorated in blue and white enamel. The enamel provides a striking contrast against the warm 14K gold, while the intricate wirework and tiny decorative details create a wonderfully elaborate composition.
Suspended along the lower edge are multiple pearl drops, each individually articulated so they move gently when worn. The combination of enamel, pearls, and finely worked gold gives the earrings a light, feminine quality despite their highly detailed construction.
The reverse reveals the craftsmanship behind the design, including the open framework and individual attachments that allow the pearl drops and decorative elements to move freely.
These earrings are particularly appealing for collectors of antique enamel jewelry and would make a beautiful statement pair for someone drawn to romantic, historic designs.
Enamel decoration brought extraordinary color to antique jewelry, allowing jewelers to essentially paint with glass upon precious metal. Surviving enamel pieces are especially charming because their tiny variations, wear, and traces of hand craftsmanship remain visible generations later.
DETAILS
Metal: 14K gold (Tested)
Stone: 3mm ea. Seed Pearls
Earring size: Approx 40mm x 15mm x 3.73
Backs: Ear Wire (New)
Total weight: 4.69g
Era: Victorian
Condition: Excellent antique condition with light surface wear consistent with age
Sustainable Elegance
Choosing antique jewelry 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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