Mid-Victorian Turquoise Crescent & Star Earrings memento mori behind which rests a skull

behind which rests a skull and crossbone motif along with gold cipher initials: AL

and remain in remarkably good condition - relatively light and wearable for their size

An awesome vintage Cartier keyring dating from the 1970s

The pyramids that reveal when opened have been hand-carved by its original mason owner

featuring intricate cross-hatched patterns and foliate details

Mid-Victorian Turquoise Crescent & Star Earrings memento mori behind which rests a skullDATE: Victorian, c. 1860 An exceptional pair of antique earrings dating from the mid Victorian era, circa 1860. They're modelled in 15 karat gold and set with turquoise cabochons; featuring crescent moon, star, and oak leaf motifs, along with further foliate style embellishment. The hang from posts, as stud earrings, and remain in remarkably good condition relatively light and wearable for their size, with a teardrop drop dangling in the middle.