Antique Victorian Napoleon III demi parure set consisting of a pair of earrings and a matching necklace. 18k Gold, pearls and old cut diamonds. Second half of the 19th century with French hallmarks. Measurements: Earrings are approximately 2 3/4 inches (6.5cm) long, not including the wires. Necklace is 14 inches long. Combined weight is 24.8 grams. Description: matching necklace and earrings in the Neo Classic, Revival style of Castellani and Giuliano. Typical of these Neo Etruscan earrings, the component parts feature geometric details, set at angles to each other with fine rope twist filigree work and granulated accents. Long, gradated, gold fringes or tassles ending in golden granulation is also typical of the late Victorian Revival period. The earrings are very long and elegant. The surmounts are squares set at an angle – like a diamond or kite. They have scooped out golden borders surrounded slightly higher centers set with small pearls in the middle. The outer borders have trios of golden granules to soften the edges of the squares. Loops connect the surmounts to the drops which have parallel rows of braided gold filigree chains connecting to larger squares, similarly scooped out, with diamonds in their centers. The diamonds are flat cut on the tops and look to be very old. Hinges connnect scrolling apexes, set in their centers with pearls and with rich, large fringes or tassles at the bottoms. The hinges echo the work of the Ancient Greeks, Romans and Etruscans and allow the curlying bottoms additional movement independant of the squares that support them. The wires of the earrings are replacements, which is typical of earrings of this period and actually makes them easier to insert and wear. The necklace is a mesh chain with a feature echoing that of the earrings in the center. Small pearls add interest on the sides. The loop clasp is clearly a later replacement. Marks: The loops of the earrings have the eagle head mark indicating 18k gold, made in France. The loops of the necklace have owl marks that indicate 18k gold of unknown maker. The loop of the clasp on the necklace has the French eagle head mark for 18k. Very high standard of design and workmanship. The set is understated, elegant and timeless. Suitable for either a collector of fine antique jewelry or the modern miss who is looking for a wonderful look as attractive and complementary today as it was about 150 years ago. Perfect set for a bride. Condition: minor wear commensurate with age. Replaced wires of the earrings and clasp of the necklace, as previously mentioned. Please see enlarged pictures and don’t hesitate to ask questions which we will do our best to answer. INTERNATIONAL BUYERS PLEASE NOTE. See our policies below. Add Me to Your Favorite Sellers. Feel free to ask question. We would appreciate it if you notify us in advance, and explain the reason for the return. Please pack carefully to ensure the item reaches us in the same condition it left here and don’t forget to insure and track properly. Any questions, just ask. These charges are the buyers responsibility. The item “Antique Earrings Necklace Set Gold Pearls Diamonds Classic Revival French #6287″ is in sale since Wednesday, October 04, 2017. This item is in the category “Jewelry & Watches\Vintage & Antique Jewelry\Fine\Victorian, Edwardian 1837-1910\Sets”. The seller is “brendaginsberg” and is located in Boca Raton, Florida. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Brand: Earrings Necklace
- Metal: Yellow Gold
- Metal Purity: 18k
- Main Stone: Pearl
- Material: diamonds
- Country/Region of Manufacture: France
