The tradition of birthstones can be traced back to the bible which refers to a ceremonial garment set with 12 gemstones, the Breastplate of Aaron. Our Birthstone Earrings for February are set with faux amethyst associated with calmness and spirituality.
Glamorous enough for the evening or a sophisticated look for the day, our silver and crystal heart stud earrings set with crystal are from an original Victorian mould.
Partly due to Egyptian archaeological discoveries in the late 1800s, cats were beginning to be valued as never before in Victorian England. Our cat stud earrings are lovingly crafted in sterling silver and will be adored by cat lovers everywhere.
The tradition of birthstones can be traced back to the bible which refers to a ceremonial garment set with 12 gemstones, the Breastplate of Aaron. Our Birthstone Earrings for March are set with faux aquamarine associated with courage and serenity.
The tradition of birthstones can be traced back to the bible which refers to a ceremonial garment set with 12 gemstones, the Breastplate of Aaron. Our Birthstone Earrings for January are set with faux garnet associated with purity and truth.
In Victorian times jewellery was often used to signify feeling. These stylised forget-me-not flowers would have signified faithfulness and true love. Fresh and very pretty flower earrings.
A playful and pretty interpretation of the Victorian butterfly theme often found in jewellery of the time. Two butterflies dance above a creamy white freshwater pearl.
The early years of Queen Victoria's reign up to the death of her husband in 1860 are often referred to as the romantic period. Our Mother-of-pearl Earrings reflect the sentimental type of jewellery that was popular at this time.
The discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb in 1922 led Art Deco jewellers to incorporate Egyptian motifs into their work. Our Silver & Black Onyx Earrings recall these original angular designs.
The Victorians were fascinated with symbolism and meaning. Flowers were given their own special language and stones were used in the jewellery for the properties they held. Amethyst was particularly popular, said to bring good luck, wit and health.
Excavations of ancient British treasures such as the Roman Hoxne Hoard in Sussex, which dates from the 5th century AD, have revealed great craftsmanship in jewellery making. Our beaten silver earrings recall Ancient handmade pieces.
Marcasite-studded heart earrings that will add sparkle to your outfit day or night. Inspired by Victorian originals, they would make the perfect gift for a loved one.
Inspired by the Victorians' love of naturalistic motifs, our sterling silver earrings feature a stud flower and stylised leaf design encrusted with marcasites from which hangs an amethyst.
Strong geometric shapes were a key feature of the jewellery of the Swinging Sixties, designed to complement the slim-fitting mini dresses and short bobs of the day. Large eye-catching circles, as featured in our Double Hoop Earrings, were particularly popular.
These pretty earrings featuring droplets of amethyst and faux pearl recall the feminine and romantic jewellery that was popular during the early years of Queen Victoria's reign.
The bright colours and bold designs of the new Pop and Op Art Movements of the 1960s influenced everything from jewellery to textiles and wallpaper. Our earrings feature a classic circle design.
Features
Sterling silver
Set with mother-of-pearl
Earrings for pierced ears
Gift boxed
All pierced earrings are non-returnable unless faulty
The rich honeyed hues of amber have been prized for centuries. Formed over thousands of years from petrified resin, amber occurs naturally in a range of rich golden colours.
Our silver and pearl swirl earrings are inspired by romantic Victorian jewellery. Marcasite-encrusted swirls of antiqued silver culminate in tiny seed pearls.
Art Deco designers used striking contrasts in colour for decorative effect, most frequently setting black agate and onyx against the sparkling white of glass crystals, marcasite or even diamonds.
Recalling evening accessories from the 1920s and '30s our classic necklace and earrings are set with diamond shaped stones of black agate and studded with glittering marcasite.
Features
Sterling silver
Set with black agate and marcasite
Stud earrings for pierced ears
Necklace & earrings set
All earrings are non-returnable unless faulty
Dimensions (cm) Necklace 44l x 2.5drop. Earrings 2.5drop Code 804642
Our romantic Heart earrings recall the sentimental jewellery that was popular during the early years of Queen Victoria's reign up until the death of her husband in 1861.
Black beads were hugely popular during the Art Deco period, the perfect accessory for the new low necklines of the Jazz Age. Stones were often faceted to complement the geometric designs that defined the 1920s and '30s.