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A lovely pair of antique Victorian earrings C. 1880, decorated with Turquoise stones in a wonderful dome shaped gallery with a star set Diamond in the centre.
Turquoise stones are considered a symbol of friendship and were once said to bring good fortune to the wearer. The stone has also long being associated with the Forget me not.
‘Forget-me-not, O Lord!’ is what a poor German knight shouted as he fell into a river. He and his lady were picking flowers by the side of the river at the time when the poor knight suddenly fell in and sank to the bottom. Upon his cries to the Lord, he threw the blue posy of flowers to his loved one. Hence, the concept of remembrance, eternal love and faithfulness grow from this.
The galleries are 15ct Yellow Gold and fitted with shepherd hook wires.
A beautiful antique pair and steeped in history.
Weigh 6.5 grams together
Measure 13mm across x 13mm down – depth 9mm.
Excellent condition.
