Teapot Screw Back Earrings

I love these adorable dangling teapot earrings.  They are done in silver metal, possibly Sterling, which I will have to test of course!  They are not signed, so I am really unsure of their age or where they came from.  Dating costume jewelry can be very difficult, but I am learning so much through my blog research! 

These cute earrings are considered "figural".  Figural pieces are simply designs made in fun shapes, ranging from fruit to animals to people.  Victorian jewelry, made popular by its namesake Queen Victoria of England, included many figural designs featuring hands, hearts, flowers, snakes, and more. 

Feel free to contact me if you are interested in purchasing this piece.  Questions, comments, and additional information are always appreciated.  My online shop on http://www.rubylane.com/ is coming soon.

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