Antique Solid Gold Long Day & Night Dangle Earrings c. 1880 1800s_locket indicating at least 18k gold

indicating at least 18k gold purity

it features an intricate engine turned engraving with flowing lines

cut by hand to mimic more expensive gems

Know as "sleeper" earrings

It is a lovely example of vintage silver work that is in very good condition with strong links and a functional bolt ring

Antique Solid Gold Long Day & Night Dangle Earrings c. 1880 1800s_locket indicating at least 18k goldThese exquisite earrings are from the Napoleon III period, circa 1860. Elegant and practical, they feature a swan neck earring back which has a sleeper portion with a matching pendant drop portion. The addition of the swan neck makes them easier to handle than many other earrings of this time period which have hinged sleepers on top. The pendant bottoms feature a beautifully detailed repousse design in the swirling Rocaille style and come in at the