Victorian Banded Onyx Drop Earrings

A striking looking pair of VictorianJewellery made in the the Victorian era (1839-1901). silverA metallic element which is malleable and ductile, and white in colour, making it ideal for use in jewellery. It is usually mixed with copper to improve its hardness.
earrings that are set with matched banded onyxOnyx is an opaque black variety of polycrystalline chalcedony quartz.  oval sections and round banded onyx bead tops. They were made circa 1880 when the fashion of wearing mourningRings made especially to mark the death of a loved one. Often called ‘memento mori’ rings. Rare examples survive intact and are highly collectable. jewellery in support of Queen Victoria’s late husband Prince Albert’s death was at its highest.