BOXED | Antique Napoleon III 18K Gold Pearl Drop Earrings – French Bridal Jewelry, c. 1860 antique_18k_earrings indicating that it was assayed

indicating that it was assayed in Paris and is a minimum 800 silver purity

The rubies have been inspected for wear and re-set in their channel so that they fit snugly without risk of loss

with a silver leaf applique on the front and a heavily engraved reverse hatch which can be used to store a special memory or photo

eternally shielding a lucky four leaf clover

Just a word of caution: antique brooches had a c curved clasp and no safety element

BOXED | Antique Napoleon III 18K Gold Pearl Drop Earrings – French Bridal Jewelry, c. 1860 antique_18k_earrings indicating that it was assayedThese exquisite earrings are from the Napoleon III period, circa 1860. Elegant and practical, they feature a swan neck earring back. This makes them easier to handle than many other earrings of this time period which have hinged sleepers on top. The top portion of the earrings are round with a pearl center. The pendant bottoms are true works of art with a pierced scrolling frame which surrounds a gently hanging column of pearls. There is beautiful