Victorian C. 1860 Black French Jet Drop Earrings Stone_Carnelian Dimensions: Bracelet measures 14 inches

Dimensions: Bracelet measures 14 inches including clasp

at the height of the Edwardian period

Diamond may be later replacement

Butterflies may seem an odd choice for mourning jewelry but in the language of Victorian symbolism butterflies represented the soul and also transformation making them an apt subject for remembrance

Victorian C. 1860 Black French Jet Drop Earrings Stone_Carnelian Dimensions: Bracelet measures 14 inchesThese exceptional authentic antique Victorian earrings date from the mid 19th century circa 1860. Crafted out of faceted black mirrored glass known as "French Jet" it is the black version of the popular "Vauxhall glass" from the same period, they shine and catch the light beautifully. Originally used in mourning attire these attractive earrings are extremely striking and wearable today. A large starburst motif is suspended from a faceted circular top