A beautiful expression of Victorian sentiment, these antique French gold vermeil earrings are set with glowing opals and deep garnets, stones rich in meaning and romance. Designed in a graceful cross-like heraldic form, each earring is adorned with delicate rope-twist detailing and soft granulated accents of gold vermeil over sterling silver, hallmarks of fine 19th-century craftsmanship.
 
In Victorian symbolism, garnets were cherished as stones of love, protection, and enduring affection, while opals were believed to bring hope, purity, and good fortune. Together, they create a poetic harmony—passion grounded by mystery, warmth balanced with light.
Suspended from elegant hooks, the earrings catch the light with every movement, the opals flashing soft blues and greens above the wine-dark glow of the garnets. Romantic, meaningful, and timeless, they are a wearable heirloom from the Victorian era, created to be treasured across generations.
 
Sourced in France and curated by Paris-based Vivienne Birt for Chateau Love, these earrings embody the timeless sophistication and meticulous artistry that defines our carefully selected chateau-worthy collection of luxurious antique and vintage jewelry. 
 
MATERIALS:
Opals, Garnets, Gold Vermeil over Sterling
 
AGE: 
Late 1800s 
 
CONDITION: 
Very good – surface wear commensurate with age and use 
 
SIZE:
Height: 3.5 cm
Width: 1.5 cm
 
WEIGHT:
4.47 g
 
Please read descriptions and inspect photos carefully, paying careful attention to size and weight. Due to the age of antique and vintage jewelry, minor abrasions and wear of finishes is normal and appreciated. All items have been tested to be in working/usable condition, unless otherwise stated. Please take care to understand safe cleaning methods for each type of gem and metal. Jewelry pieces are carefully wrapped, ribboned and shipped in an elegant velvet or leatherette presentation gift box. Antique boxes in photos are for illustrative purposes only.