Antique Victorian Pin and Earrings Set - Horn - C1870s

Antique Victorian Pin and Earrings Set Made From Horn - C1870s

An antique Victorian pin and earrings set. These are small pieces. I believe  that they are made of horn. You can see the beautiful color when held to the  light. The pin and earrings both have an applied chain made of the same  material, which gives each piece some movement. Please take note of the  condition and measurements. The set dates to C1870. Measurements:  Pin: 1 1/4" by 1" Earrings: 3/4" by 9/16" Condition: Fair - Priced Accordingly ---Some discoloration, especially on one earring.  ---There is some wear and scratching on all pieces. Some chipping as well.  ---On one of the earrings, there is a piece of string. It looks like it has been  there forever and I have not tried to remove it.  For more photos and purchasing information: http://www.ebay.com/itm/331722284381

Antique Victorian Multi Colored Enameled Earrings and Pin Set - 1870s

Antique Victorian Multi Colored Enameled Pin and Earrings - 1870s

This is a colorful antique Victorian enameled set. Brooch and earrings. The design  is very intricate and is done in black, blue, red, white, turquoise and yellow enamel.  The base of the earrings is a dark silver tone metal with a gold gilt finish. The  earrings have a little dangle inside of the drop. It is a gold gilt Etruscan granular  style little circle.  I do believe that the pin had one of these little drops at one time, as there is a little  loop at the top. My guess is that over the years, one was missing from one of the  earrings, so the one on the pin was used to replace it. This set dates to C1870 and  it is amazing that after 140 years it is still together!   Measurements: Earrings: 1 3/8" by 3/4" Pin: 1 1/4" by 1 1/2"  The pin stem extends a good 3/8" past the pin itself. A great indicator of it's age.  It also has a tube type hinge. All in working order.  Condition: ---There is enamel loss on both the pin and earrings.  ---There is also loss to the gold gilt finish with pitting as well.  ---The ear wires are very dark and blackened.  ---As mentioned above, I believe there use to be a drop in the center of the pin.  ---The pin stem has a bend in it toward the end. For more photos and purchasing information: http://www.ebay.com/itm/331724414367