A fabulous pair of Antique Turquoise drop earrings dating from the mid Victorian era, Circa 1870. Both earrings are shaped like a hanging fruit with a leaf-shaped bale and pear-shaped dropper which are all pave set with a wonderful array of blue Turquoise stones.
Turquoise are a lovely opaque stone with a calming blue/ green colour that was considered a symbol of friendship and said to bring good fortune.
Both earrings have a good solid weight to them and are backed in 18ct Yellow Gold with long hook wires. They are in good condition for their age and highly unique.
WEIGHT: 26.64 grams together
MEASURES: Width 15mm x Height 36mm x Depth 7.5mm
METAL: 18ct Yellow Gold (Tested)
STONES: Turquoise
AGE: Victorian. Circa 1870
CONDITION: Good
ITEM NUMBER: 20-503