Antique 18K Gold Ruby Paste Day/Night Napoleon III French 3 in 1 Earrings c. 1880 sapphire_ring The earrings have strong latches

The earrings have strong latches and the stones are in good condition with no wear under magnification

Even more impressive is the knowledge that the chain was crafted by hand

Long guard chains were not only functional but also served as a means of displaying one's personal style and taste

though it remains a lovely coppery color

It opens with a little door to reveal an interior pierced gallery panel behind which a piece of scented cloth could be tucked to revive the wearer in case of fainting or to mask unpleasant doors

Antique 18K Gold Ruby Paste Day/Night Napoleon III French 3 in 1 Earrings c. 1880 sapphire_ring The earrings have strong latchesThese breathtaking antique French ruby paste pendant earrings were created in the second half of the 19th century, circa 1880. Elegant and practical, they can be worn either as small and understated 'sleeper' earring or with a bolder dangle. The bottom portion of the earrings are removable and slide easily over the hinge. If you so desire, they could also be worn as a a lovely parure by adding a bail to one of the attachments and hanging it on a