Victorian Shell Drop Earrings pig it will need re-strung soon

it will need re-strung soon as the thread is fraying

This one was made in the 1820s

and there's a locket compartment concealed behind the head

She's displayed in profile looking to the right on one side

Victorian Shell Drop Earrings pig it will need re-strung soonDATE: Victorian, c. 1870 A cool pair of antique pique earrings dating from the Victorian period, circa 1870. The main sections, long pointed drops are inlayed with gold floral motifs, further surrounded with an ornate gold border. They dangle freely from pique half orbs each orb set with a gold star. They drop around 2 inches from the ear and remain in lovely antique condition. MEASUREMENTS Drop: 5. 4cm Width: 1. 2cm WEIGHT 4. 6g (pair) MARKS No marks