Victorian Carnelian Teardrop Earrings pearl but equally at home as

but equally at home as a cocktail ring or even part of an everyday stack

The stones are spessartine garnets with superb brilliance

High carat gold with applied rope-work edges and the bug (some sort of fly creature) is set with pearl

gained popularity during the early 20th century when the concept of an "engagement ring" became more mainstream

Victorian Carnelian Teardrop Earrings pearl but equally at home asCapital C Charming carnelian earrings dating from the late Victorian era. They're fashioned in 9 carat gold and date from the turn of the (20th) century, with bright orange pear shaped drops. Era: Victorian circa 1900 Size: 2. 5cm by 0. 7cm (including ear wires) Stones: Carnelian agate Marks: None, tested as 9ct gold Condition: Great antique condition. Ear wires are later additions.