Antique Vintage Georgian 14k Gold Filled GF Rococo Womens 1.71" L Earrings

Description

We have similar Rococo and Georgian items, which would pair nicely with this piece, for sale this week. To view in separate listings, please visit our store and search "Rococo" or "Georgian" under our Buy-It-Now items.
Listing Description by: Megan E.
The Piece
Age Circa
: Georgian C. 1714 - 1837
Markings
: Unmarked
,
tested, and guaranteed
Country of Origin
: Unknown
Brand
: Unknown
Gram Weight
: 4.9 Grams
Metal Type
: Gold filled over base metal
Metal Melt Value:
--
Material
: --
Main Stone
: --
Main Stone Measurements/Color
: --
Accent Stone
: --
Accent Stone Measurements/Color
: --
Stone Treatment:
--
Stone Cuts
: --
Item Measurements
:
Length:
1.71"
Width:
0.51"
Depth:
0.30"
Earring Style
: Drop/Dangle earrings
Earring Backing Style
: These earrings need backings to be worn securely. Your jeweler can easily convert these to the preferred backing style you desire.
For Pierced or Non-Pierced Ears
: Pierced
Notable Features
:
These earrings were carefully handmade during the Georgian era
Created using difficult repousse metal working techniques, hollow inside
Rococo inspired flowing swirls and bead accents add unique dimension and a Georgian flare to the earrings
Damage
: Age appropriate wear. These earrings need backings to be worn. The price has been reduced to reflect this.
*This listing is for the item only. All display boxes and/or photography props do not come with your purchase.*
The History
The Georgian era is known for its hand-crafted designs, which were heavily influenced by world exploration. A few signatures of this era were high karat gold, cameos, chatelaine accessories, foil-backed stones, rivière necklaces, memento mori, and mourning jewelry, and rose and mine cut diamonds. While the jewelry from this era began to see designs from all over the world, jewelry from abroad was still very expensive to acquire due to sea travel. Between age and difficulty of acquirement, pieces from the Georgian era are amazing and rare historical finds.
The late Baroque or Rococo period prevailed in the 18th century. The period was known for its substantial use of asymmetrical designs, curves, gold, and witty, whimsical themes. Both men and women at court wore sparkling gemstones set in gold during this period, as well as colorless glass pastes and pearls. Colored gems were often highly foiled behind them to enhance the depth of color. Jewelry was often created with naturalistic, floral designs. Rococo jewelry also featured embossed and engraved floral and feather designs on metal.
Repoussé began as an ancient metalworking technique dating as far back as the 3rd century BC, involving malleable metal that was hammered onto the reverse side to create an image on the front. Examples are found all over the world; Greece, Egypt, and even the Hopewell periods in the American southeast. Reverse side hammering was also used to add detail to the front, creating intricate patterns using grooves, indentations, and channeling. The piece was then carefully polished to create a hollow, eye-catching treasure.
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