Antique c.1880 14K Gold Amethyst & Seed Pearl Drop Earrings

Exceptional antique 14K gold earrings dating to circa 1880, featuring richly colored faceted amethysts surrounded by intricate borders of seed pearls. The earrings are designed as elegant drops, with delicate gold chain work connecting the smaller upper amethyst to the larger oval pendant below. The combination of deep purple amethyst, luminous seed pearls, and warm gold creates a beautifully ornate Victorian look. The original gold earrings have been fitted with sterling silver posts and backs at a later date for comfortable wear.