Antique 14K & Paste Diamond Earrings

Antique paste stones took quite a lot of skill to produce and became very popular, with Marie Antoinette appointing a specific craftsman to make the jewels for her Court. The use of paste remained common in fine jewelry, with Georgians and Victorians preferring to travel with less valuable adornments, as highway robbery was common. 

These petite sparklers have a lovely setting, with floral motifs and the original hook closures. A wonder to have both survive for so many years, they catch the light beautifully and are very lightweight and comfortable to wear!

Details (approximate)

Dimensions: 1" long including hooks

Weight: 1.6 grams each

Materials: Gold, Paste Diamond

Metal: 14K yellow gold

Marks: None

Condition: Excellent Antique condition commensurate with age and wear