Antique Victorian 1881 Flower Earrings ENGRAVABLE clear and green glass beads

clear and green glass beads

The setting was originally converted from a Victorian stickpin and reworked onto a new 9ct gold band

in the 17th century they were grown in hothouses in England and only the most wealthy could afford them and since then the pineapple has become an icon

the largest bead measures 0

Antique Victorian 1881 Flower Earrings ENGRAVABLE clear and green glass beadsThese Victorian silver earrings date to 1881 and are a finely detailed example of late 19th century decorative silver jewellery. Each earring is oval in form, centred with an engraved floral motif framed by scrolling decoration and a beaded outer border. The design is crisp and symmetrical, with a subtly scalloped edge that adds texture without excess ornament. The earrings are hollow in construction, a common Victorian technique that allowed for