These pretty earrings featuring shimmering pastes, date from the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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The Details...
These earrings are constructed from rhodium plated metal. They are set with small, round, colourless paste stones and each feature a blue, oval cut, claw set, faceted glass stone. The earrings attach to the ears with a screw-back mechanism. The earrings measure 5.5cm x 1.5cm.
To view a clip of these earrings, click here: 1920s Paste Earrings
A Short History...
Glass has been a prevalent feature of costume pieces since the invention of jewellery. An easily accessible material that can be formed into any shape. It was heavily used in 1920s and 1930s pieces, such as these earrings, because it could meet the need for affordable jewellery after the World War One and the Great Depression. It could also be pressed into the evocative geometric shapes we associate with Art Deco design.
Wear it With...
Pair these earrings with soft tailoring for an instantly chic look.
The jewellery within the Gemma Redmond Vintage collection has survived to this day because it has been well cared for throughout its lifetime. It is important to continue to care for the jewellery that you buy from us to ensure its continued preservation. Here are some suggestions:
- Be sure to store your jewellery within the boxes that we provide to ensure that it is protected. This is especially important when travelling with your pieces.
- Try not to get perfume or hairspray on your items. These liquids can damage the materials that our jewellery is made from.
- Try not to drop your jewellery or catch your jewellery against hard surfaces. If this happens over time, the findings and fixings can loosen and wear.
- Try not to get your jewellery wet. Some costume jewellery manufacturers utilised water soluble glue in the making of their pieces. Getting your jewellery wet could cause rhinestones and other details to fall away over time.
- If you wish to clean your jewellery, use a soft polishing cloth or a soft brush.
These pretty and striking 1960s earrings are unsigned. They are possibly a creation by the famed costume jewellery designer Countess Cissy Zoltowska.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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These stylish earrings are emblematic of the Art Deco era's fascination with Eastern Asia. They were created in Czechoslovakia - possibly by the Neiger Brothers.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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These pretty and striking 1960s earrings are unsigned, but nonetheless beautiful.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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These pretty 1950s earrings are clip on and unsigned.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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Fashion forward and striking, these earrings are a stylish 1980s Yves Saint Laurent design. They are clip on.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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These chic 1980s earrings were created by Balenciaga and are clip on.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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These pretty 1960s earrings are unsigned, but nonetheless beautiful.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A little darkening to the metal reverse of the earrings. This is consitent with age and use and does not detract from the appeal of the earrings.
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These earrings are a great example of Monet's style and craftsmanship. They are clip on and were made in the 1980s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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These classic 1950s earrings were made in France.
Condition Report:
Good - Some oxidisation to the outer metal edges of the earrings. This is only visible upon very close inspection and does not detract from the appeal of the earrings.
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These earrings were created by Jean Paul Gaultier in the 1990s. His work is increasingly sought after by collectors of important fashion.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A little darkening to the metal surface of one earring. However, this is only visible upon close inspection and does not detract from the appeal of the earrings.
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These beautiful earrings are of exceptional quality and design. They were created in the 1950s in Germany and are clip on.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A small element of clouding to a couple of rhinestones. This is consistent with age and is only visible upon close inspection. It does not detract from the appeal of the earrings.
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These elegant earrings, featuring shimmering crystal drops, date from the 1920s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - The screw-back wheel on one earring is slightly mis-shapen. However, this is only visible upon close inspection and does not affect the functionality of the fastening.
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Finely crafted and in impeccable condition, these 1950s earrings are an unsigned wonder.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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These Bakelite earrings date from the 1930s. They are clip on.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some wear to the metal reverse consistent with age and use. This is only visible upon very close inspection.
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These classic gold plated earrings were made in the 1990s for Karl Lagerfeld's fashion house. They are clip on.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A little rubbing to the plating on the reverse of the earrings. This is not visible when the earrings are worn and do not detract from their appeal.
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A wonderful example of Christian Dior's 1980s classic gold plated jewellery, these earrings are clip on.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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These pretty earrings featuring shimmering pastes, date from the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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