Victorian Bohemian Garnet Star Earrings shell Given the three dice it

Given the three dice it was probably intended as a portable way to play the game bunco – a parlour game popular in 19th Century England

Modelled in 18 karat gold

The earrings are crafted in 9 karat gold and were made in England circa 1800

as the natural gemstones they sought to replicate

or a specific nautical meaning

Victorian Bohemian Garnet Star Earrings shell Given the three dice itDATE: Victorian, c. 1870 Gorgeous Bohemian garnet star earrings dating from the mid Victorian period, circa 1870. The rose cut stones display excellent colour, an intense red that appears to glow from within. They're set in 9 karat gold, and the stars dangle freely from larger garnet tops. STONES Bohemian Garnets MEASUREMENTS Drop: 17. 0mm Width: 3. 6mm WEIGHT 2. 2g MARKS No marks present, tests as 9k gold CONDITION Wires are latter additions