Marnie Victorian Seed Pearl Grape Earrings

The History:

These charming 15 karat gold Victorian earrings feature delicate clusters of three seed pearls arranged as miniature bunches of grapes. With shepherd hook attachments, these earrings are a beautiful delicate statement. The contrast between the luminous pearls, richly shadowed grape motifs, and warm golden surfaces gives these petite earrings a wonderful sense of depth and character.

Botanical motifs were especially beloved during the nineteenth century, when flowers, fruits, and leaves carried layers of sentimental meaning. Grapes, with their associations of abundance, prosperity, and celebration, were a recurring motif in decorative arts and jewelry, while pearls symbolized purity, innocence, and enduring affection. These earrings are a lovely example of the Victorian fascination with nature-inspired ornament and jewelry rich in symbolism.

This pair was originally made and sourced in England and shows wear consistent with age. 

This pair measures approximately 0.625" in length including the hooks, with the gold disks measuring approximately 0.325" in diameter.