Victorian Cut Steel Large Dangling Earrings Citrine A polished gold plaque engraved

A polished gold plaque engraved with leaf motifs' rests at the bust

this wonderful piece portrays a long bar pin which has the head of a bearded fortune teller at the end

they vary slightly in size

Delicate single cut diamonds decorate the fine filigree wirework border

two of which are teardrop in shape and two that are round

Victorian Cut Steel Large Dangling Earrings Citrine A polished gold plaque engravedCut steel jewelry originated in England in the 17th century and subsequently spread throughout Europe, eventually becoming a popular style of jewelry worn by members of high society during the Victorian era. Made of polished faceted steel studs, the pieces were cut by hand and then assembled and riveted onto a metal back. The faceted steel elements give this type of jewelry a subtle, metallic glitter that resembles cut gemstones. Motifs varied from