Victorian 14kt Watch Chain w/ Gold Quartz Inlay Yellow Gold each earring features a glittering

each earring features a glittering old mine cut diamond within an open-backed raised prong setting

pairing perfectly with the bright pearl

The smooth gold tapered gold band features simple linear etching on either shoulder

displaying incredible pale blue hues that catch the light with every turn in its open back setting

there is no apparent damage to the yellow gold setting and both of the rubies are intact and securely set

Victorian 14kt Watch Chain w/ Gold Quartz Inlay Yellow Gold each earring features a glitteringGold in quartz was formed while the earth was still in its molten state. During the cooling and solidification process, veins of gold became trapped with the crystals of quartz in the mine. This created a very dramatic contrast between the white quartz and the yellow of the gold. Jewelry made from gold quartz became quite a fashion statement of the 1880's. An absolutely fabulous gold quartz and gold watch chain from the Victorian (ca1880) era! This