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-Victorian 1860 Roman Revival Dangle Earrings In 18Kt Gold With Enamel Emperors

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Exceptional Victorian Roman Revival earrings.

Very rare and highly decorated dangle drops earrings, created in Rome Italy during the Victorian and Grand Tour Era (1837-1901), circa 1850-1860. These fabulous dangle earrings has been carefully crafted with intricate details in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with an exceptional craftsmanship depicting Roman revival patterns with textured finish. Fitted at the reverse with very comfortable French hooks for pierced ears and embellished with applications of black and white enamel. The four main panels are paint with the figures of Roman emperors, such; TRAJAN, HADRIEN, JULIUS and AUGUSTO.

Gemstones: Accented with 16 natural round white pearls graduated from 1 to 2 mm,

Weight: 14.95 Grams, (9.58 Dwt).

Measurements: 60 mm by 28 mm (2.36 x 1.10 Inches).

Hallmarks: No marks, tested for 18kt yellow gold.

History Behind This Piece

Between the 1820 and 1890, ancient cities were discovered, such as Troy, Pompeii and Alexandria. Archaeological excavations in Egypt, Greece and Rome, discovered artistic pieces of these ancient cultures. These fabulous discoveries, stimulated cultural trips to these countries, popularly called "grand tour". Being the case that the enthusiast visitors bring back small objects, like souvenirs to be assembled into jewelry. The starting point of these trips were in the cities of Rome and Venice. this is why the craftsmen of these cities created small and interesting objects with ancient characteristics like this pair of earrings.

Revival jewelry: The styles from the renaissance and Middle Ages, begun in the 1850’s, The Renaissance and Egyptian revivals were joined by a classical revival of Greek and Etruscan styles to conform a new aesthetic. As a result of the construction work on the Suez Canal in the mid-1860’s and the Egyptian excavations of Auguste Mariette and the resultant exhibit of Egyptian treasures at the exposition Universelle in 1867, a fascination for all things Egyptian and ancient cultures developed.

Note: Many nineteenth-century jewelers, the most famous being the House of Castellani, were inspired to create their own versions of these ancient pieces, hence “Etruscan Revival.” Characteristics of Etruscan style jewelry include use of high karat gold and semi-precious stones like lapis, malachite and agates, and most distinguishingly, the use of intricate filigree and granulation.

The Victorian, era is one of the most influenced and influential periods of antique jewelry. This period is defined by the British monarch, in this case, Alexandrina Victoria, the Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, as well as the Empress of India, years 1837-1901. There are 3 sub-periods within this era. First, the early, Romantic period, which is soaked in traditions, natural motifs in gold and silver, clear stones only being worn during the day and colored gems by night.

The second being the Grand or mourning period, which coincides with the death of Queen Victoria's husband, Prince Albert the consort, who died in December of 1861. This period included large, dark, somber, dramatic jewelry, with a lot of black onyx, jet wood, amethyst, garnet and gold. This lasted until 1880's, when the aesthetic period of jewelry began.

The Late or third stage of the Victorian period, use more complex and feminine motifs, returning to the natural, including many floral and celestial designs, with more decadent gemstones, lasting until the turn of the century. The Victorian era of jewelry includes many movements found in other countries, including revivals such as the Etruscan the Roman and the Egyptian as well as the Art Nouveau, Liberty style and Arts and Crafts design movements which lead into the beginning of the twentieth century.

Collateral: They are accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.

Condition: The overall condition of these earrings are excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold or enamel. All parts are secured and This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.

INVENTORY REF: E112122SNNM/.3593