These earrings represent excellent examples of Cannetille craftsmanship which is fine raised wire work. Jewelry with Cannetille filigree was very popular in the 1820’s and 1830’s. Motifs included tendrils, scrolls, coils, beehives and spider-like rosette ornaments. Amethysts and Pearls adornments were also signatures of the Georgian era.
These earrings represent excellent examples of Cannetille craftsmanship which is fine raised wire work. Jewelry with Cannetille filigree was very popular in the 1820’s and 1830’s. Motifs included tendrils, scrolls, coils, beehives and spider-like rosette ornaments. Amethysts and Pearls adornments were also signatures of the Georgian era.