{"product_id":"antique-victorian-14k-18k-angelskin-coral-urn-earrings","title":"Antique Victorian 14k\/18k Angelskin Coral Urn Earrings","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn elegant play on the very popular Etruscan Revival urn shape that was all the rage in the 1880's; these earrings feature an absolutely striking pair of angel skin coral urns.  Carved in an elongated \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003efeminine shape,  the head is an 18k daisy, beautifully rendered in gold. For the Victorians the daisy represented youth and purity, finished with newer 14k gold hooks these are ready for a new life on a the ear of an appreciative lady.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Urns are typically a symbol of mortality as well as representing abundance as a decorative vessel for holding water or wine. This symbol is seen throughout many different cultures and time periods. The gold has developed a wonderful soft patina over time and the earrings are in very good antique condition, light weight and incredibly chic on the ear. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Etruscan's were an influential ancient civilization that reigned Western Italy during the 8th-2nd centuries BC. Classical themes inspired the Etruscans to create beautiful, intricately crafted fine jewelry and objects for their nobility. Much of the ruins were excavated during the Georgian and Victorian Eras and a treasure trove of antiquities were found. The Victorians were especially enamored, re-creating timeless pieces in homage to these beautiful ancient treasures. These revivalist earrings are an excellent example of this. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe length is 2 3\/4\" from top of wire to bottom of drop, each weigh 3.5 grams\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e English, c. 1870's.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Estate Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46727744520381,"sku":"600998D68","price":2200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0060\/6922\/files\/20260608_Metier_003.jpg?v=1781638680","url":"https:\/\/www.metiersf.com\/products\/antique-victorian-14k-18k-angelskin-coral-urn-earrings","provider":"Metier","version":"1.0","type":"link"}