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Find Out MoreA useful pair of purple coloured pasteGlass made to resemble gem materials, which may be moulded, faceted, carved, etc. earrings which have been converted from GeorgianJewellery made in the Georgian era (1714-1830). studs. They have gold wires and the pastes are mounted in silverA metallic element which is malleable and ductile, and white in colour, making it ideal for use in jewellery. It is usually mixed with copper to improve its hardness.
. The two pastes have been foiled at the back so they have a lovely translucent appearance and look like amethysts. In the Georgian period amethystAmethyst is the purple variety of macrocrystalline quartz. From the Greek amethystos meaning 'a remedy against drunkedness', it was believed to prevent intoxication and ensure the wearer retains a clear head and quick wit. It was once considered as valuable as ruby, sapphire and emerald. was an expensive stone as they had just begun importing them from Brazil, so paste imitations were made and are very desirable and collectable today.
Love the rich colour of these earrings!
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