Nob Hill Victorian Earrings Collection
As you tour the streets of the Nob Hill area of San Francisco, you'll see many stunning examples of architecture inspired by the Victorian period.
Damask Embossed Bronze Quatrefoil Drop Earrings
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Victorian Night Copper Disc Earrings
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French Bouquet Copper Drop Earrings
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Damask Embossed Bronze Long Teardrop Earrings
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Copper Forget Me Not Disc Earrings
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French Bouquet Nu Gold Drop Earrings
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Victorian Button Nu Gold Disc Earrings
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In Short
Nob Hill Victorian earrings are handmade drops with ornate scrollwork and pressed detail, inspired by the Victorian architecture of San Francisco's Nob Hill.
What Is This Collection?
Victorian-style earrings are pieces that copy the decorative language of 19th century jewellery: scrollwork, pressed floral motifs, filigree and ornate borders, rather than the clean lines of modern design. Every piece is handcrafted by John S. Brana in his San Francisco studio.
What This Collection Includes
Disc earrings with pressed Victorian detail, open teardrops with scrollwork, floral motifs and heart designs, in copper, bronze, Nu Gold brass and aluminum.
How the pieces differ
They differ in three ways: the metal and its tone, whether the design is a solid disc or an open frame, and how ornate the pressed detail is.
Who this collection suits
Anyone drawn to antique and heirloom-looking jewellery, vintage and retro wardrobes, and buyers who want detail rather than plain metal.
How to Choose
| Option | What it is | Who it suits | Check before ordering |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solid disc designs | A full metal face carrying pressed detail | Anyone who wants the pattern to read boldly | How heavy the metal feels at that size |
| Open frame designs | Scrollwork with cut-away centres | Scale without weight | That you prefer an airier look |
| Small, under 2 inches | Compact ornate drops | Office and everyday wear | Whether the detail reads at that size |
| Large, 2 1/2 inches and up | Full statement Victorian drops | Evenings and vintage-styled outfits | Neckline and hairstyle |
Criteria that matter most
- Metal tone – copper and brass suit the antique look best; aluminum keeps it lighter and cooler
- Detail depth – pressed and embossed patterns hold shadow, so they read from further away than engraved lines
- Upkeep – sealed pieces stay bright; raw copper and bronze darken, which many prefer on a vintage design
Collection Details
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Collection | Nob Hill Victorian Earrings Collection |
| Made by | John S. Brana, handcrafted in San Francisco |
| Packaging | Gift boxed |
| Returns | See the returns policy |
| Prices, stock and product details last confirmed | 29 September 2026 |
Prices, stock and product details on this page were last reviewed on 29 September 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What makes an earring Victorian in style?
Ornate scrollwork, pressed floral motifs, filigree and decorative borders, all drawn from 19th century jewellery rather than modern minimal design.
Q2. Where does the Nob Hill name come from?
Nob Hill is one of San Francisco's oldest neighbourhoods, known for Victorian houses with ornate ironwork and detailing, which inspired the collection.
Q3. Are these earrings heavy?
Most are formed from sheet metal rather than cast, so they stay lighter than their size suggests. Open frame designs are the lightest of all.
Q4. Which metal suits a vintage look best?
Copper and Nu Gold brass, since their warm tones read as aged. Aluminum gives the same detail in a cooler, brighter silver tone.