Antique Seed Pearl Drop Earrings 15ct Gold Screw Back Edwardian Foliate ca.1900

A delightful pair of Edwardian pearl drop earrings, beautifully handcrafted in 15ct yellow gold and dating to around 1900. Delicate and wonderfully feminine, each earring begins with a small pearl approximately 3mm in diameter, from which is suspended a slender articulated drop set with four tiny seed pearls. Below hangs an elegant open circular motif, bordered entirely with further seed pearls. Suspended freely within the centre is a pretty stylised foliate design, itself highlighted with two seed pearls and finished with a small pearl drop beneath. The articulated construction gives the earrings gentle movement when worn, allowing the pearls and polished gold to catch the light beautifully. The seed pearls measure approximately 1.5mm, while the small suspended pearl measures approximately 2mm. Their soft creamy-white colouring complements the warm yellow tone of the gold particularly well. The earrings test as 15ct gold and retain their original traditional screw-back fittings for non-pierced ears — an increasingly unusual and desirable feature. Dating to circa 1900, these are a lovely surviving pair of Edwardian earrings, beautifully proportioned and retaining their original character. Details - Period: Edwardian - Date: Circa 1900 - Metal: 15ct yellow gold, tested - Pearls: Pearls and seed pearls - Top pearl: Approximately 3mm - Suspended pearl: Approximately 2mm - Seed pearls: Approximately 1.5mm - Design: Articulated circular drop with seed-pearl border and foliate centre - Length: Approximately 2.7cm / 1.1 inches - Fittings: Original traditional screw backs - Suitable for: Non-pierced ears - Weight: 3.3 grams for the pair - Condition: Excellent original condition - Presentation: Supplied in the presentation box illustrated - Our reference: 26146 Please visit our website to view our full collection: https://www.the-chelsea-bijouterie.com Payment: By Debit/ Credit Card, PayPal or Bank Transfer Shipping: We post worldwide free of charge All items are sent fully insured, tracked and signed for. Terms of Sale: We are totally committed to customer satisfaction. We take great care to give accurate and detailed descriptions accompanied by high definition photos. If you are not entirely happy with your purchase we will gladly offer you a full refund. Please return within 14 days of receipt of your purchase. About Us: We have years of knowledge and experience in dealing in antiques and antique & designer jewellery. We are committed to giving exceptional customer service. The Chelsea Bijouterie aims to offer beautiful and interesting items at affordable prices.