• The earrings have a so-called girandole design which consists of the main body with three descending pendants. They are set with numerous old cut paste stones. The paste is set on foil - it is an old technique which gives the stones an extra depth and shine. The foil acts as a mirror reflecting light behind the stone.
  • The earrings have a so-called girandole design which consists of the main body with three descending pendants. They are set with numerous old cut paste stones. The paste is set on foil - it is an old technique which gives the stones an extra depth and shine. The foil acts as a mirror reflecting light behind the stone.
  • The earrings have a so-called girandole design which consists of the main body with three descending pendants. They are set with numerous old cut paste stones. The paste is set on foil - it is an old technique which gives the stones an extra depth and shine. The foil acts as a mirror reflecting light behind the stone.
  • The earrings have a so-called girandole design which consists of the main body with three descending pendants. They are set with numerous old cut paste stones. The paste is set on foil - it is an old technique which gives the stones an extra depth and shine. The foil acts as a mirror reflecting light behind the stone.
  • The earrings have a so-called girandole design which consists of the main body with three descending pendants. They are set with numerous old cut paste stones. The paste is set on foil - it is an old technique which gives the stones an extra depth and shine. The foil acts as a mirror reflecting light behind the stone.
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French Antique Georgian Era Girandole Paste Earrings

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An amazing 300 year old pair of silver earrings! Coming from France, this antique Georgian era sterling silver earrings are set with foiled paste.

The earrings are a perfect example of 18th century paste jewelry and are preserved in a superb state! It is a wearable fairy tale and perfect candidate for evening or wedding special something!

The earrings have a so-called girandole design which consists of the main body with three descending pendants. They are set with numerous old cut paste stones. The paste is set on foil - it is an old technique which gives the stones an extra depth and shine. The foil acts as a mirror reflecting light behind the stone.

The paste is preserved in a perfect state, no water damage or replacements. Please note that one earring has paste of slightly different shade, this maybe due to the foil color difference - it is shimmers champaigne color. This is only visible on contrast when both earrings are side by side.

The reverse side of the earrings has a lovely engraving typical for 18th century jewelry.

This stunning collectible piece will make a great and memorable gift for yourself or someone you love! An amazing collectors item!

Details:
Dimensions: 2.5 x 0.65 inch;
Weight: 14.1 g;
Stones: old cut foiled paste;
Hallmarks: old French silver marks, acid test shows 835/1000 silver;