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These stunning antique Victorian crystal drop earrings date from the late Victorian era (circa 1900). They’re adorned with two captivating pear-cut rock crystals, weighing approx. 13 carats each, suspended from hook wires and framed in open-backed silver settings allowing the light to pass through their expertly cut facets, maximizing their icy glow and brilliance.
Rock Crystal is a colourless and pure form of Quartz, once believed to be a form of solidified ice that could never be thawed due to its bright white sparkle that beautifully mimics light glistening on a frozen lake. It was a highly sought-after alternative to diamonds in the 19th Century, prized for its hardness and crisp clarity that would sparkle endlessly under candlelight.
Preserved in excellent condition, these rare Victorian crystal earrings have a combined weight of approx. 26 carats and offer undeniable presence. They are the perfect choice for a bride seeking a statement "something old," or a lover of antique fashion looking for that signature pair.
WEIGHT: 7.6 grams – 15.2 grams together
MEASURES: Height 32mm (46mm inc. hooks) x Width 14mm x Depth 9mm
METAL: Silver
STONES: Rock Crystal (9 x 31mm, approx. 13ct each)
AGE: Victorian. (Circa 1900)
MARKS: No marks, typical for items made before hallmarking legislation was introduced
CONDITION: Excellent, commensurate with age
ITEM NUMBER: 26-043
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