These elaborate drop earrings are made from cut-steel, which was a novelty material in the 18th Century. The centuries have given these earrings a darkened, almost gun-metal appearance, but they would have originally been bright silvery in colour. The riveted facets would therefore create a bright sparkle, faintly mirroring the appearance of diamonds.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Size: 60 x 19 mm, measured from hook to tip.
Weight: combined 8.90 grams.
Age: Late 18th Century / early 19th Century, also known as the Georgian era, circa 1800.
Material: Cut steel: please note that the posts are made from steel too!
Condition: In great antique condition with only minor wear, consistent with their age.
Please note that the antique box is for display purposes. This shop is based in the EU. Although antiques are exempt from taxes in most countries, buyers from outside the EU might be subject to import taxes.