Antique 18K Solid Gold Victorian Enamel Sleeper Earrings, Vintage French Victorian Drop Earrings sapphire_ring The locket closes with a

The locket closes with a satisfying snap and has a strong hinge

but not visible unless magnified

Material: 18k gold (eagle head hallmark)Weight: 9

which has been delicately crafted from white gold and encircled in a textured

Antique 18K Solid Gold Victorian Enamel Sleeper Earrings, Vintage French Victorian Drop Earrings sapphire_ring The locket closes with aThese lovely antique Victorian drop earrings were hand crafted in the 19th century. They feature beautifully detailed red and blue enamel flowers with a simple blue frame. Common in 19th century jewelry, enameling involves fusing powdered glass to metal surfaces. The pieces were then carefully placed in a kiln and fired at high temperatures, causing the glass to melt. It is rare to find enameling which has not been compromised by age and use, making