Basilisk Earrings | 14k Gold & Demantoid Garnet Earrings antique giardinetti This adorable bird charm is

This adorable bird charm is 14k gold (unmarked

there is a bit of glue residue visible beneath one of the pearl accents

underscoring the original intent for this jewel to serve as a convertible design—meant to be worn in multiple ways

This glittery jewel features a row of five old European cut diamonds accented by a leaf and berry motif adorned with eight rose cut diamonds and two vibrant red rubies

and the 14k gold ear wires are later additions

Basilisk Earrings | 14k Gold & Demantoid Garnet Earrings antique giardinetti This adorable bird charm isJewelry incorporating dragons, griffins and other mythological creatures was quite popular during the Art Nouveau era. These basilisk or dragon earrings were originally antique jewelry components (circa 1890 1900) transformed with the addition of 14k gold posts. The creatures are 14k gold and feature demantoid garnet eyes, and we have 2 pairs available for purchase. The earrings measure 0. 4 inches wide by 0. 3 inches high, and they are in very good