Etruscan Revival Gold Victorian Stud Earrings sapphire_cocktail the actual pin part is

the actual pin part is a little tarnished but you don't see that when worn of course

a couple of little scars to the reverse suggesting it may have started out in a different configuration

green stone - too small and scuffed to test so assume paste

Whenever you see Opal pieces from this time you think of Rhoda Wager but she more often than not worked in silver and her pieces were usually a little more elaborate

Etruscan Revival Gold Victorian Stud Earrings sapphire_cocktail the actual pin part isDescription: Rich, buttery high carat gold Victorian earrings. A lot of technically very difficult Etruscan revival techniques on show here! They do have some condition issues (please see below) which has been reflected in the price. Age: c1870 Victorian Etruscan Revival. Converted to earrings later. Size and weight: 2. 19g total weight, 1. 5cm diameter Materials: High carat gold (c18ct acid tested) later 9ct gold posts. Condition: Fair to good