Etruscan Revival Almandine Garnet Hoop Earrings trench art Ruby and Diamond

Ruby and Diamond

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Medusa - the Gorgon Sister

The gold is finely hand-chased throughout

Modelled as an old style flint lock pistol

Etruscan Revival Almandine Garnet Hoop Earrings trench art Ruby and DiamondDATE: Victorian, c. 1870 A beautiful pair of Etruscan Revival hoop earrings dating from the 1870s. They're set with vibrant almandine garnets, and adorned with particularly lovely applied ropework detailing making out floral and foliate motifs. The hoops are articulated, and move freely beneath the ear, and they have a snake link chain fringe underneath. Modelled in 15 karat gold and remaining in near perfect condition, with a gorgeous antique patina.