14K Gold French 22K 20 Franc Napoléon III Coin Earrings Clip-On Vintage Pair

Posted on November 21, 2025

14K Gold Mounts with 22K French 20 Franc. III Coin Earrings Clip-On Vintage Pair — 22.68Total Grams. A vintage, sophisticated pair of mid-century handcrafted earrings featuring genuine French 20 Franc Napoléon III gold coins (circa 1850s-1860s). Pair of 14K Gold Clip Earrings with French 20 Franc Napoléon III Coins. Brand/Series: Custom Handcrafted Mid-Century Coin Jewelry. Metal: 22 karat Yellow Gold Coins with 14kt Mounts Origin: France Design: Handcrafted Round Medallions Weight: Approx. 22.68 grams (Total) Backs: Clip-ons. Very Good Plus to Fine condition. (authentic vintage with handcrafted irregularities). Notes: Coins permanently solder-mounted; hand-forged 14K bezels with light asymmetry. Era: Mid- to late 20th century Finish: High Polish with Textured Relief. Condition: This vintage pair of 14K yellow gold clip earrings is in Very Good Plus to Fine condition; each mounted with a genuine 19th-century French 20 Franc Napoléon III gold coin. The bezels and clips show light surface wear and subtle solder irregularities consistent with handcrafted mid-century jewelry. Clips are tight and functional. Coins are permanently mounted within bezels and cannot be removed without professional jeweler intervention. Please refer to photos for more detail. Product Information: A sophisticated pair of mid-century handcrafted earrings featuring genuine French 20 Franc Napoléon III gold coins (circa 1850s-1860s) securely bezel-set in 14K yellow gold circular mountings with twisted-rope detailing. Each coin displays the imperial portrait and heraldic reverse typical of France’s Second Empire. The clip-on fittings are marked 14K, confirming gold composition. The earrings measure approximately 1.25 inches in diameter, exhibiting classic European design and artisan handcrafted workmanship. Minor asymmetries and hand-tool marks reflect the originality and character of vintage coin jewelry. More Information / Collector’s Note: Authentic 20 Franc Napoléon III coins contain fine gold each (90% purity), framed in14K handcrafted mounted settings. As vintage handcrafted pieces, these earrings command both intrinsic and collectible value. Their design represents a period when artisans repurposed genuine coins into wearable art, uniting history, luxury, and craftsmanship in equal measure. Jewelry Premium (craftsmanship, history, wearability): Typically, +35-50% for 14K settings with genuine 19th-century coins. Authenticity: Original Pieces, not Reproductions. 14K Gold Mount with 22K French 20 Franc. III Coin Earrings Clip-On Vintage Pair. At English Rose Antiques America, we are committed to ensuring your contentment through offering superior products, accurate descriptions, and equitable pricing. It is important to acknowledge that, despite our best efforts, mistakes may occur; however, rest assured that we are dedicated to resolving any issues that may arise. We encourage you to reach out with any inquiries or concerns you may have, affording us the opportunity to rectify any discrepancies. Your status as a valued client is deeply appreciated, and we welcome your constructive feedback on your experience. At English Rose Antiques America, we embrace the philosophy of history one piece at a time. While our primary focus remains on antiques and collectibles, it is possible that you may find interest in our selection of more contemporary items that are occasionally offered for sale. We invite you to designate our shop as a preferred destination, allowing you to stay informed about new additions to our inventory.