Antique Georgian/Early Victorian Amethyst ‘Pansy’ Earrings Circa 1800-1830 but it also boasts functionality

but it also boasts functionality

Diamonds measure approximately 0

amethyst or citrines or agates as in this case - bloodstone - which were often carved with family crests or initials then used to stamp a persons signature or crest in sealing wax on important correspondence or sentimental messages

Approx R or 19

Antique Georgian/Early Victorian Amethyst ‘Pansy’ Earrings Circa 1800-1830 but it also boasts functionalityThe word Pansy is derived from the French word Pense which means thought. The Pansy became synonymous with the term think of me. Pansy jewellery was often exchanged between lovers, and meant the giver was always thinking of the recipientPopular during the Georgian era these highly symbolic pieces were to be found in the form of rings, brooches and earrings. To find a still existing, as a pair, is of course, highly desirable. Crafted from low carat