18K Gold Amethyst Napoleon III Pendant Earrings, Antique French Statement Earrings c. 1880 fileuse_earrings this antique embodies the romantic

this antique embodies the romantic charm and meticulous artistry of the Victorian era

as the gold fill creates a stunning contrast against the silver backdrop

(eagle head/rhino head)

as we can see here

18K Gold Amethyst Napoleon III Pendant Earrings, Antique French Statement Earrings c. 1880 fileuse_earrings this antique embodies the romanticThese breathtaking antique French amethyst pendant earrings were created in the second half of the 19th century and feature a large oval amethyst embedded with a gold flower and seed pearl surrounded by a halo of crown prongs. They are affixed to a top round amethyst sleeper which is also embedded with a natural seed earl. Not detachable, the bottom hangs beautifully from the top and is fixed securely. They are made in the Archaeological Revival style