Friday, April 18, 2008

amphorae


Antique Gold Ear Pendants.
Victorian gold earrings with articulated torpedo-shaped pendants, in 15k.
Circa 1870

Bloomed gold is gold that has been treated with acid. Its nots seen in modern jewelry, but it was popular in 19th century Etruscan Revival pieces such as this. They are hollow to make them light and wearable.

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