Antique Victorian Amethyst and Black Enamel Earrings, France Shreve & Co The rich blue sapphires contrast

The rich blue sapphires contrast with the polished gold mounting

mounted in 18k yellow gold

and a low profile designed to sit close to the finger

Can be worn

Antique Victorian Amethyst and Black Enamel Earrings, France Shreve & Co The rich blue sapphires contrastAntique Victorian earrings crafted in 18K yellow gold with French assay marks, circa 1870s1880s. Each earring features an oval and pear shaped amethyst framed in black enamel surrounds, connected by a single old mine cut diamond. The tops and bottoms detach, allowing them to be worn as studs or as full dropsa hallmark of convertible Victorian design. The striking combination of deep purple amethyst, glossy black enamel, and warm gold reflects the