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(SOLD) Antique Perpignan Garnet and Gold Flowerhead Earrings
(SOLD) Antique Perpignan Garnet and Gold Flowerhead Earrings
Additional photos forthcoming. Please ask if desired sooner.
In the Pink.
These darling garnet floral earrings are classically Perpignan — from the distinctive rose cuts and settings of the garnets to this particular flowerhead design. In the comprehensive reference book about Perpignan garnets and jewelry, “Grenat de Perpignan - Le Bijou Sang Et Or”, by Laurent Fonquernie, we found several examples of this flowerhead, called “aubépine” (hawthorn).
We discovered these earrings in Spanish Catalonia, just across the border from Perpignan where we are confident these originated. We find no gold markings, which would have been on the original earring wires, which we believe were replaced many years ago.
These garnets have a lovely purplish red color and catch the light beautifully — all complemented by the pinkish gold. The earrings are lightweight and so comfortable. We’d wear these daily!
Unmarked.
18k gold, 14k gold (earring backs), garnet.
Dimensions and weight:
● 13.5 mm long x 13.5 mm wide on the flowerhead
● 6.2 mm deep (not including earring posts)
● 4.1 grams
Period: Early 20th Century
*Please note that all dimensions and weights are approximate. Age-commensurate wear may be present. The gold is warm and rosy, in a hue that is characteristic of regional French jewels of this type.
*For deliveries outside of the continental U.S., please contact us for shipping information.
Additional photos forthcoming. Please ask if desired sooner.
In the Pink.
These darling garnet floral earrings are classically Perpignan — from the distinctive rose cuts and settings of the garnets to this particular flowerhead design. In the comprehensive reference book about Perpignan garnets and jewelry, “Grenat de Perpignan - Le Bijou Sang Et Or”, by Laurent Fonquernie, we found several examples of this flowerhead, called “aubépine” (hawthorn).
We discovered these earrings in Spanish Catalonia, just across the border from Perpignan where we are confident these originated. We find no gold markings, which would have been on the original earring wires, which we believe were replaced many years ago.
These garnets have a lovely purplish red color and catch the light beautifully — all complemented by the pinkish gold. The earrings are lightweight and so comfortable. We’d wear these daily!
Unmarked.
18k gold, 14k gold (earring backs), garnet.
Dimensions and weight:
● 13.5 mm long x 13.5 mm wide on the flowerhead
● 6.2 mm deep (not including earring posts)
● 4.1 grams
Period: Early 20th Century
*Please note that all dimensions and weights are approximate. Age-commensurate wear may be present. The gold is warm and rosy, in a hue that is characteristic of regional French jewels of this type.
*For deliveries outside of the continental U.S., please contact us for shipping information.
