Antique French Vermeil & Diamond Celestial Earrings

Celestial jewelry first gained popularity thanks to the discovery of Halley’s comet, by astronomer Sir Edmond Halley all the way back in 1682. He correctly predicted the comet would return in 1758, then again in 1835. To prepare for the comet's arrival in the 1800’s, late-Georgian/ early Victorian women sought out comet-themed brooches in gold and diamonds or silver and paste. The celestial jewelry craze did not pass with Halley’s comet. Throughout the Victorian era, stars were carved into gemstones, or used as the base shape for brooches and hair ornaments. Stars and crescent moons were fashioned out of pearls, opals, rubies, diamonds and other hard stones. During the reign of King Edward VII in the early 1900’s, Queen Alexandra generously adorned her outfits with many star and crescent jewels. More than 100 years later moon, star and sun designs remain popular in all jewelry categories, from fashion to fine. For almost as long as we’ve been studying the stars, we’ve been adorning ourselves with their glimmering likeness. These stunning French earrings are the epitome of the celestial jewelry style! Crafted in vermeil (gold over silver), each one has an arc of stars suspended by two silver chains and accented with silver bezel set twinkling diamonds. Put them on, and enjoy the exuberant swing and sway of them with each elegant turn of your head! Details (Approximate): Dimensions: 3" Weight: 6.26 grams each Materials: Vermeil (gold over silver), Silver chains & settings, Diamond Condition: Excellent Antique condition commensurate with age and wear