Victorian Gold Articulated Napoleon Charm studs An exceptional pair of antique

An exceptional pair of antique earrings dating from the mid-Victorian era

Clasp: 14mm

Polish-born Abraham Solomon Blanckensee founded his first jewellery manufacturing business in Bristol

in pie-crust settings with foil behind to enhance their brightness

which displays a dark and intense blue

Victorian Gold Articulated Napoleon Charm studs An exceptional pair of antiqueDATE: Victorian, c. 1880 A charming antique charm modelled (or mocking) as Napoleon. The piece is articulated: when the chain at the bottom is pulled, the arms shoot up and the legs kick out. It's crafted in 9k gold throughout, and features hand chased detailing to the face and his clothes. MEASUREMENTS 3 x 1. 3cm WEIGHT 2. 5g MARKS No marks present, tests as 9k gold CONDITION Very good, with light antique patina