About This Piece
A pair of sweet small sized antique "dormeuses" French earrings. They are crafted from two-tone 18ct gold; the main body is a subtle rose colour and every other point to the star shape is decorated with green gold. Green gold is rare and is strongly associated with this time period in French jewellery. The shape is reminiscent of both an eight point star and a flower. the centres are set each with a half faux pearl. This traditional "dormeuses" style earring enters from the back of the ear piercing
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Sweet Little Antique French "Dormeuses" Earrings set with Faux Pearls
Age
Circa. 1900
Metals
18ct yellow gold, marked
Stones
Faux pearls - total 2
Measurements
Diameter - 7.2mm
Height - 12.2mm
Hook depth - 6.9mm (for a small lobe)
Weight - 0.65g
Marks
These earrings have a French horse head mark for 18ct gold, found only on antique pieces. There is also a French maker's mark. To find out more about French maker's marks take a look here
Condition
Very good antique condition with some indications of wear and a previous repair
