A rare pair of Italian Onyx micromosaic teardrop earrings, set in 9ct gold, circa 1880 with a later setting. A lovely example of grand-tour jewelry, this pair of earrings boasts elaborate garlands of roses.

Very subtly, a story unfolds as micro-mosaics of white roses, pink roses, blood-red roses with black centers, and blue/periwinkle forget-me-nots reign down the wearer’s cheeks bones; friendship, to new love, to passionate, unforgettable romance.

Materials & Features: onyx, micromosaic

Age/Origin: Italian, English, 19th C

Measurements: 8 grams, 2.10" 

Condition: Excellent condition. Settings are later. 

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