Victorian Carved Vulcanite Hand Earrings tie dye in 18k yellow gold

in 18k yellow gold

hand-applied enamel in choice of ten terrific colors

has got to be seen in person to be truly appreciated

The matte satin finish contrasts beautifully against the glistening diamonds

Victorian Carved Vulcanite Hand Earrings tie dye in 18k yellow goldA pair of Victorian carved hands, each emerging from a fluted cuff, fingers closed around a spray of roses and foliage. The hand holding flowers motif is one of the most loaded in Victorian iconography friendship offered, remembrance, the gesture of a parting gift from a loved one. The piece sits firmly in the visual language of Victorian mourning jewelry. Carved in vulcanite the hardened rubber material that became the workhorse of Victorian mourning