Early Victorian Boxed Set of 15K Garnet Day to Night Earrings and Stomacher

Description

This delightful and incredibly scarce early Victorian reposse demi-parure contains a matched suite of jewels, beautifully crafted in a bloomed 15k gold with glowing, foil backed almandine garnet carbuncles. The back of the stomacher contains a small glass covered display locket and two hooks where the drop can be removed. Measuring 2 5/8” long, these day to night earrings are exceptionally lovely and can be worn with the bottom portion detached. These intricate lightweight pieces boast delicate engraved designs with a lovely time honored patina and will be accompanied by the original fitted box from Howell, James & Co. on Regent Street in London. C 1850.
Earrings: with the drop 2 5/8” long x 7/8” wide, top portion 5/8” long x 5/8” wide, 14.2 grams
Stomacher: 3 7/8” long x 1 3/8” wide, without drop 1 1/2” long, 12.1 grams
Notes: box lid is detached, the bloomed gold in one one earrings is slightly brighter, small chip on the center garnet cabochon in the brooch located at 1:00