Victorian Turquoise Earrings of 14k Gold enamel flowers some of the gemstones are

some of the gemstones are later replacements and there is chipping to two of the garnets (visible under magnification)

orchids were extremely rare and symbolized luxury and fine taste

It's a size 7

SI2-SI3 clarity set into a white gold collet on a yellow gold band

Victorian Turquoise Earrings of 14k Gold enamel flowers some of the gemstones areJewelry inspired by new discoveries of Etruscan and Greek archeological sites was quite popular during the mid Victorian era. These stunning archeological inspired earrings (circa 1860 1880) feature hollow gold orbs ornamented with turquoise and hand applied twisted wire decoration. The earrings have an articulated two part design that provides great movement. They are unmarked, but acid test for 14k gold. The earrings are in very good condition;