Ancient Revival - Estate Gold Plate Sterling Silver Jewelled Serpent Hoop Earrings (EE232)

Ancient Revival - Estate Gold Plate Sterling Silver Jewelled Serpent Hoop Earrings. These unique earrings are crafted from gold plate over sterling silver, hallmarked 925, INDIA. The earrings feature two pear shaped emerald quartz gemstones, two natural pear shaped aquamarines, 30 natural pink tourmalines, 4 genuine black onyx gemstones, ancient revival styling, and quality craftsmanship. These earrings are designed in the style of a hoop, which are gold in colour. They are comprised of a twisted silver serpent, adorned by emerald green quartz, pale blue aquamarines, pink tourmalines, and black onyx gemstones for the serpents eyes. The earrings are for pierced ears, and feature secure push backs. These estate earrings look wonderful when worn casually or with more formal attire. So versatile, and so cool! 

History: Emeralds are among the rarest and most sought after gems on Earth. Emerald Quartz lets you embrace the vibrant green beauty of an emerald for a fraction of the price. Emerald Quartz is a trade name for quartz samples pulled larger deposit of the mineral mariposite, a chromium-rich variety of mica.It's layer(s) of emerald glued to another material, usually glass.

Roman fishermen called the gemstone “water of the sea” and used it as protection, for safe travel by boat, and for luck in catching fish. Aquamarine was linked to the apostle St. Thomas who frequently traveled by boat. Roman physicians also used it to treat overeating and bloating.

The first discoveries of pink tourmaline were in in Maine in 1822. The Maine deposits usually produced crystals in raspberry pink-red, as well as minty greens. One of the earliest reports of pink tourmaline found in California was in 1890 by Charles Russell Orcutt.

The first discoveries of pink tourmaline were in in Maine in 1822. The Maine deposits usually produced crystals in raspberry pink-red, as well as minty greens. One of the earliest reports of pink tourmaline found in California was in 1890 by Charles Russell Orcutt.

Pink tourmaline can be found throughout the world. Rich deposits have been mined in the United States, Brazil, Nigeria, Mozambique, Madagascar, Afghanistan, and Namibia. The finest quality stones are found in the Muzo mines of Brazil and in Namibia. Namibian pink tourmaline has a very intense color.

The stone has a long history of being associated with protective powers across many cultures including Ancient Greeks and Romans, Persian, Chinese and Indian. Throughout history, the stone has not only been used in amulets and jewellery, but also in carved cameos.

Silver Mining in History - The Silver Institute. The story of silver mining began about 5,000 years ago. Silver was first mined around 3,000 BCE in Anatolia, now located in modern-day Turkey. The precious metal helped early civilizations in the Near East, Ancient Greece to flourish.

The sterling alloy originated in continental Europe and was being used for commerce as early as the 12th century in the area that is now northern Germany. A piece of sterling silver dating from Henry II's reign was used as a standard in the Trial of the Pyx until it was deposited at the Royal Mint in 1843.

Luigi Brunatelli, an Italian chemist, is most widely credited for inventing electroplating. Brugnatelli published his findings on the use of Volta piles to deposit a layer of gold onto a metallic surface in 1805.

Measurements: Hoop Size: (Outer dimension) 34.00 mm  

Stone Size: Emerald Quartz 1.70 carats   Aquamarine: .30 carats    Pink Tourmaline .30 carats    Black Onyx .02 carts 

Weight: 10.18 grams 

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: India 

Date: Circa 1990