Early 1800s Silesian Wirework Mesh Earrings, Converted 14K Gold Wires : Erie Basin Antiques

		Early 1800s Silesian Wirework Mesh Earrings, Converted 14K Gold Wires

Materials:		Steel Wire, Brass, 14K Gold Wires

Date:		1820-30s Components, New 14K Gold Wires

Size:		Total Drop: 1" Width: 1/2"

Condition:		Very Good. Recently restored with new 14K wires. Found as earrings, but probably components of a bracelet originally.

Description:		A rare pair of Silesian wirework earrings made from a finely machined steel mesh set into an oval frame. Silesian wirework was made in the early 19th century, as part of a larger trend to wear steel jewelry as a sign of patriotism during the Prussian uprising against Napoleon.

Price:		$350.00

		SOLD

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