"A splendid pair of Victorian dangle earrings set with diamonds in silver and 18kt red gold, French wire, crafted circa 1840Õs, earrings in top conditionÉ A touch of history. Antique jewelry object group: earrings long hanging Condition: very good condition Country of origin: Although it does not carry any legible control marks we believe this to be of Belgian origin. Style: Victorian - Victorian decorative arts refers to the style of decorative arts during the Victorian era. The Victorian era is known for its eclectic revival and interpretation of historic styles and the introduction of cross-cultural influences from the middle east and Asia in furniture, fittings, and Interior decoration. Victorian design is widely viewed as having indulged in a regrettable excess of ornament. The Arts and Crafts movement, the aesthetic movement, Anglo-Japanese style, and Art Nouveau style have their beginnings in the late Victorian era. Style specifics: The Victorian period can roughly be divided into 3 distinct periods; the Romantic (1837 - 1860), Grand (1861 - 1885), and Late or Aesthetic Period (1880 - 1901). We consider this to be of the Romantic Period. During the early period, romantic and symbolic pieces were most favored and often included motifs of hearts, anchors, snakes and crosses. Also semi-precious gems including garnets, amethyst, coral, turquoise and seed pearls were highly favored. Period: ca. 1840 Material: Silver on top and backed with 18K red gold (see explanation on silver on gold). Technique: The rose cuts are set on foil. This is a special technique that was used to bring the lustre of the diamonds to its best quality. Diamonds: 40 rose cut diamonds. We do not have the weight of the diamonds which is normal in our trade when it comes to rose cuts. Birthstones: Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April. Hallmarks: No trace. Dimensions: height 3.90 cm (1.54 inch) Weight: 5.60 gram (3.60 dwt) Reference N: 10266-4281 Copyright photography: Adin, fine antique jewelry "