Victorian 14K Gold and Seed Pearl Lovers Knot Earrings

This is a fantastic pair of 14 karat yellow gold earrings, made in the Victorian Era and accented with a central seed pearl. They exhibit classic Etruscan Revival design elements. Each earring is constructed from two rolled tubes of gold, which are tied in a complex knot; symbolizing eternal love with no beginning and no end. At the center of the knot is a seed pearl inside of a gold diamond-shaped form. The two "ropes" of the knot are embellished with different textures, and color, adding complexity and detail to these earrings. One is a rose gold rope and the other has a textured, diamond pattern surface. They are 3/4 of an inch in size and feature a ver back safety back latch. They are sinuous in the snake like form. They date to the 1880's. Great condition for their age. They weigh 2.5 grams