Victorian Almandine Garnet & Chrysolite Shell Earrings fobs continuing down the shoulders

continuing down the shoulders

when treated

a small chip

with a good substantial feel

which seems to make sense

Victorian Almandine Garnet & Chrysolite Shell Earrings fobs continuing down the shouldersDATE: Victorian, c. 1870 Unusual mid Victorian acorn earrings dating from the 1870s. Each one set with three almandine garnet and two chrysolite stones. Applied floral detailing in the centre and curved edges and line work to give a realistic look of a shell. Small pointed drops hand freely at the bottom with small millegrain detailing. They're beautifully made and crafted in 15 karat gold throughout. STONES Almandine Garnet, Chrysolite MEASUREMENTS