- Description
- Specifications
A stunning pair of antique Bohemian garnet earrings from the late Victorian era, c1890! Made of gilded metal, this original Victorian pair of earrings are encrusted with fiery deep red pyrope garnets. The earrings comprise of a tiered cluster dangle suspended from a quartrefoil garnet top. The clusters link to little ring connectors which allow an elegant sway in the lobe. The earrings are worn by simple shepherd style wires, framing the face beautifully. Victorian in design, the earrings construction is characteristic of the nineteenth century with the garnets set in closed back settings and fashioned in gorgeous rose-cut, adding further scintillation and dimension.
The earrings measure 3.30cm in total drop and the clusters measure about 1.70cm across.
Video of the earings can be viewed here: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/mxs8oQu9maY
The word 'Bohemian' derives from the kingdom of Bohemia, Czechoslovakia (now known as Czech Republic) where the stunning deep red pyrope garnet was once mined. Bohemian garnets are prized for their vibrant red hue and inner glow due to their exceptional refractive properties. Bohemian garnet jewellery is renowned for it's rose-cut form which are clustered together in pavé setting with very little metal showing, and closed back designs.
An opulent example of antique Bohemian garnet jewellery. The perfect addition to a Victorian collection!
| Victorian, c1890 | |
| Gilded metal | |
| Bohemian garnets (pyrope variety) | |
| - | |
| 4.34 grams | |
| 3.30cm in total drop and the clusters measure about 1.70cm across | |
| The antique earrings present in excellent condition. Besides general surface wear, the garnets are intact and none are missing. The connector rings are securely closed wire fittings are secure |
