Edwardian 15ct Gold Kidney Bean Earrings Set With Turquoise & Natural Split Pearls

Kidney beans are symbols of not just fertility but of endurance, growth, new beginnings and longevity. Hence they were used in antiqueFrom the Latin ‘antiquus’, meaning ‘old and long in existence’, it is generally used to refer to collectible artifacts of at least 100 years of age.
jewellery as they have these hidden meanings. These 15ct62.5% pure gold (or 625 parts pure gold and 375 parts other metals). Popular during the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras but was discontinued in the mid-1930s. gold earrings have been set with turquoiseTurquoise is an opaque gem and is often formed in what is called matrix, a black or brown veining derived from the host rock in which the gem forms.  In fine jewellery, unblemished sky blue turquoise is the ideal, although regularly patterned matrix turquoise is also sought-after. and naturalA natural stone is called such because it has not been subjected to any treatments.  split pearls that add further meaning. Turquoise for “Forget me not” and Pearls are a sign of “Purity”. Perfect for a bride to be!