
These adorable acorn earrings are studded with cabochon-cut turquoise and are fitted with screw fittings so that they can be worn without piercings.
The Victorians loved depicting flowers and plants for their symbolic purposes. Since the humble acorn will over time turn into a might oak tree, it was used as a symbol of potential, growth, and prosperity.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Size: 17 x 15 mm long: each acorn measures 13 x 7 x 7 mm.
Weight: combined 3.94 grams
Age: 19th Century, circa 1850.
Material: Acid tested as 9k gold.
Condition: In good antique condition with only minor wear, consistent with their age. Two turquoise stones at the back were replaced, which is not very noticeable when worn.
Please note that the antique box is for display purposes only.