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Three Leaf Clover - Victorian 14K Rose Gold Natural Fire Blue Opal & Garnet Earrings. These antique earrings are crafted from 14k rose gold, tested and confirmed, and a makers mark on the French leaver backs. Featuring 6 natural oval cut cabochon opals, 2 natural round cut garnets, Victorian era styling, and quality craftsmanship. These charming earrings are very special, expertly claw-set with beautiful fire blue opals and red wine garnets in the form of a 3 leaf clover (rare design). The opals display the most amazing beautiful colour play, of blue, lilac and pink, and french leaver back ear wires, which are for pierced ears and original to the earrings. The opals have a fresh sheen, and are in excellent condition with no chips or crazing.  These Victorian era earrings are charming and so versatile. Such a sweet find for any collector.

Note: Contemporary appraisals do not reflect the value of antique jewelry. Value is based on rarity, desirability, gemstones, metals, and most importantly the craftsmanship. Therefore value is more-so object driven. 

Antique Appraisal Value, for insurance purposes: $1200.00 (tax excluded)  June 26, 2022. Antique Jewelry Appraiser : Michelle Sillence 

 History: In the history of the United Kingdom, the Victorian era was the period of Queen Victoria's reign, from 20 June 1837 until her death on 22 January 1901. The era followed the Georgian period and preceded the Edwardian period, and its later half overlaps with the first part of the Belle Époque era of Continental Europe.

Many cultures have credited opal with supernatural origins and powers. Arabic legends say it falls from the heavens in flashes of lightning. The ancient Greeks believed opals gave their owners the gift of prophecy and guarded them from disease. Europeans have long considered the gem a symbol of hope, purity, and truth.

The history of garnet dates back to the Bronze Age, more than 5000 years ago. Its name, which has been used since these ancient times, was derived from the Latin word granatium, which means pomegranate (because the small, red crystals were thought to resemble pomegranate seeds).

Rose gold was first used in early 19th century Russia by the famed jeweler Carl Faberge in his infamous Faberge Eggs, as was known as Russian Gold. Rose gold later gained popularity in the United Stated during the lavish and feminine 1920's, and was worn in engagement rings and fine jewelry.

Measurements: Earrings 12.00 mm x 11.00 mm

Stone Size: Opal .60 carats    Garnet .02 carts 

Weight: 1.70 grams 

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: America   

Date: Circa 1880