Victorian Rose Gold Hoop & Egg Earrings horseshoe when the use of platinum

when the use of platinum and diamond was introduced by jewellers (this necklace fits into this period)

along with small amounts of sodium and calcium

Faceted Citrine

there are always exceptions

Victorian Rose Gold Hoop & Egg Earrings horseshoe when the use of platinumDATE: Victorian, c. 1880 A sweet pair of Victorian hoop earrings, each on furnished with a little dangling egg featuring a hand hammered finish. They're crafted in 9 karat rose gold throughout, and date from the latter half of the 19th century, circa 1880. Dainty and sweet MEASUREMENTS Hoop: 1. 6cm Eggs: 10. 8 x 8. 0mm WEIGHT 2. 0g MARKS No marks present, test as 9k gold CONDITION Very good, with light antique patina