Victorian Enamel and Pearl Tassel Earrings Fire Opal the ruby shows light surface

the ruby shows light surface scuffing consistent with age but remains vibrant and well-preserved

involves carefully cutting and polishing colored stones

With back-to-front ear fittings

The stones are foil-backed to enhance their brilliance

with an overall colour grade of H/I and clarity in the VS/SI range

Victorian Enamel and Pearl Tassel Earrings Fire Opal the ruby shows light surfaceA pair of Victorian enamel and pearl tassel earrings in 15ct yellow gold, dating to the mid19th century. Each earring is suspended from a plain gold hook and features a decorative scroll and foliate element above an oval plaque with pale enamel detailing. The centre of each plaque is set with a blue enamel star motif accented by a seed pearl. Below, articulated gold chain tassels with tapered spike terminals create gentle movement when worn. A well