Georgian Regency Torpedo Earrings

Georgian Regency Torpedo EarringsSuperb antique torpedo earrings dating from the Georgian Regency period, circa 1810. Crafted in 18 carat gold, they feature exquisite applied cannetille goldwork alongside little flower motifs, all over a textured torpedo teardrop shaped body. They hang from the original gold tops which have had ear wires added at some stage in their life. Era: Georgian, circa 1810 Size: 5. 7cm (from top of ear wire) by 1. 4cm Marks: None, tested as 18ct gold

allowed sailors to carry this symbol of a successful voyage close to their hearts

Built in 9ct yellow gold with a bolt ring clasp

Trilogy rings are believed to have originated in ancient Egypt

An eye is missing and it has a couple of chips - most notably to the tip of one "ear"

with one immortal and one mortal

hinges down one side to open

Like little blue planets

scrolled shoulders complete the High Victorian aesthetic

yellowish tone with gorgeous rainbow iridescence as the light moves across its surface

Cute vintage half-hoop ring with eight glistening diamonds in Georgian style cut-down settings

even transported thousands of miles

Although it was hallmarked in the Birmingham assay office