These are a fabulous pair of long Paste earrings set in white Metal.
Set with a large Paste stone at the top which is 0.50ct in size.
A large cluster of Paste stones then lead down to 3 droppers adorned with sparkling Paste stones and small clusters at the bottom.
Paste is a heavy, very transparent flint glass that stimulates the fire and brilliance of gemstones because it has relatively high indices of refraction and strong dispersion, the Romans in particular were very skilful in the production of coloured glass pastes.
The stones sparkle like real Diamonds.
Set with screw backs, the earrings are from the Art Deco era, they are absolutely beautiful.
These looks wonderful when worn, they are such a statement piece!
Steeped in history.
They weigh 16.6 grams
They measure 64mm in length x 20mm across the widest part.
In excellent condition all round.
ITEM NUMBER 8374