Victorian Tortoise Shell Earrings w/ 14kt Wires Gunmetal The edges of the band

The edges of the band are smooth

1 1/8" tall and has a depth of a little less than 1/4"

All four of the wings are elongated and semi translucent

and the space in between each plaque measures 3/4" long

and 1/2" at its thickest point

Victorian Tortoise Shell Earrings w/ 14kt Wires Gunmetal The edges of the bandNow a banned material, Antique tortoise shell jewelry has become very collectable. These earrings, in particular, are simply wonderful and from the Victorian (ca1880) era! Each begins with a horizontal bar that is ornately carved and flares out on each end. A 14kt yellow gold earring wire attaches to the link, hanging from a ring which is riveted through the center of the bar. Dangling from the bottom of the flared bar link is a large tortoise shell