Jewel of the day: Museum of Jewelry Galileo Amethyst and Pearl Earrings

If you love antique (or ancient) jewelry but can’t afford the real deal, Museum of Jewelry has a wide assortment of pieces inspired by many historical periods.

These earrings are inspired by the Renaissance, and they explain, “As Galileo mapped the Renaissance skies, Italian jewelers created colorful designs that elevated jewelry to new imaginative heights. A firmament of jewels is here depicted against a deep blue enamel sky. The cultured pearls and hand faceted amethysts. 24k gold over sterling silver. Size: 1 1/2 inches.”

These sell for USD$224.95.

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