Antique Book Chain and Malachite Earrings

Description

These one-of-a-kind earrings feature gold-filled links from a Victorian-era book chain necklace and a copper/malachite pearl-shaped briolette.  

Malachite is considered by some to be a healing stone and to also provide protection during travels.  

Details and Materials

• 1 3/4” long
• gold-filled book chain links
• 14K gold-filled ear wires 
• 10 mm copper malachite heart briolettes 

Origin Story

The book chain necklace design features links shaped like the bindings of books, and was a popular style during the Victorian era.  This necklace style, also known as a venetianchain, re-emerged throughout the 20^th century during various Victorian revival periods, particularly during the late 1930's and 40's.  It is a design that continues to evolve and inspire even in the 21^st century.