Victorian Diamond Conversion Earrings of 14k Gold beads Jewelry incorporating natural and botanical

Jewelry incorporating natural and botanical elements reached a peak during the late 19th century spawned in part by curiosity over the discoveries and publications by naturalists like Charles Darwin

Each earring consists of two parts: a yellow diamond surmount with attached 14k ear wire and a long iridescent enamel peacock feather

This delightful ring features an 18k white gold filigree mounting with a 0

created from an antique Victorian shirt studs

Victorian Diamond Conversion Earrings of 14k Gold beads Jewelry incorporating natural and botanicalA breathtaking pair of antique diamond flower earrings! These 14k gold & diamond flowers date to the mid Victorian era (circa 1850). Each earring is set with 21 old mine cut diamonds in a floral motif, and the total diamond weight of the pair is approximately 1. 5ct with SI1 i1 clarity, J K color. There are some surface abrasions and chipping to the diamonds consistent with age. The drop style earrings measure 1. 38 inches from top to bottom by 0. 5