Victorian 15ct Gold Ruby & Diamond Drop Earrings feed-agegroup-adult worn with flair on a

worn with flair on a cravat

almost echoing Alphonse Mucha’s flowing hair motifs and the stylised botanical forms seen throughout Central European decorative arts

this is a piece that would originally have been both practical and deeply personal

These ribbed “melon” beads became iconic in French jewellery of the 1920s–30s and were later embraced by early Chanel

Victorian 15ct Gold Ruby & Diamond Drop Earrings feed-agegroup-adult worn with flair on aBeautiful Victorian drop earrings crafted in warm 15ct gold, each set with a bright ruby and a soft old cut diamond arranged in a delicate floral motif. The textured goldwork is wonderfully typical of late 19th century jewellery, adding depth and richness to the design. The hooks have been replaced later in 9ct gold. A sympathetic and very common historical repair that keeps the earrings secure and wearable today. Pretty, elegant and full of antique