Antique French Perpignan Garnet Dormeuse Sleeper Earrings, XIX Century Rose Cut Garnet Drop Earrings yellow_gold_ring The addition of the swan

The addition of the swan neck makes them easier to handle than many other earrings of this time period which have hinged sleepers on top

Rock crystal is a clear quartz which was often still cut by an experienced lapidary and used as an imitation diamond in antique jewelry

9 grams and measuring 1

Ring Size: 6

This lovely antique gold fill chain is crafted with a timeless filigree lozenge pattern

Antique French Perpignan Garnet Dormeuse Sleeper Earrings, XIX Century Rose Cut Garnet Drop Earrings yellow_gold_ring The addition of the swanThese stunning Perpignan garnet sleeper earrings glow like embers from a fire. Popular in the 19th century, Perpignan garnets were created around Perpginan, close to the Spanish border. These jewels were often passed down from mother to daughter. The garnets are rose cuts, which are artfully foiled and set in gold to achieve a distinctive deep red hue which reflects light beautifully. Evoking the influence of both French and Spanish aesthetics, this