Description
Sterling Silver three-dimensional “puffy heart” earrings from the Victorian Era, circa 1890.
These lovely light earrings were handmade using the repoussé technique whereby a pattern is pushed into the metal from the reverse. They are hollow and feature the same pattern on both sides.
They are unmarked, but test as sterling silver. Classic examples of late Victorian silver jewellery in excellent antique condition.
The earrings have a 27mm drop, the hearts measure 12.6mm x 11mm x 5.7mm
They weigh 2.6 grams for the pair.