These beautiful black glass earrings are entirely original, elegant antiques.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A faint hairline crack to one panel. This is only visible upon very close inspection with a magnifying glass and does not detract from the overall appeal of the earrings.
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The Details...
These earrings feature faceted round and triangular French Jet (black glass) panels assembled into a star design. They are attached onto a metal framework. The earrings are for pierced ears and have their original hooks. They measure 2.25cm in diameter.
To view a clip of these earrings, click here: Victorian French Jet Earrings
A Short History...
Glass has been a prevalent feature in costume pieces since the invention of jewellery, as it is an easily accessible material that can be formed into any shape and dyed any colour. Black glass was known as French Jet and was initially created in the late 1800s to replicate Whitby Jet. Black jewellery was popularised in the 1800s by Queen Victoria, who, after the death of her beloved Prince Albert, insisted on only wearing black. People wanted to emulate the style of their Queen.
Wear it With...
French jet looks fabulous with white t-shirts. The multi-faceted and intricate design of these earrings would work particularly well with crisp white tones.
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 earrings were created by B.E. Cook London and most likely date from the 1960s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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These dramatic earrings were created in France by the Kalinger company in the 1980s. They are clip on.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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These elegant earrings, featuring shimmering Marcasite stones, date from the 1920s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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These dramatic earrings were created in France by Les Bernard in the 1980s. They are clip on.
Condition Report:
Good - Some surface scratching to the gold plating on a couple of the tassels on one earring. This is only visible upon very close inspection and does not detract from the appeal of the earrings.
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Featuring quality construction and a strong design, these wonderful 1940s earrings were made in France.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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These delightful earrings were created at the turn of the twentieth century.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A little aging to a couple of the paste stones. This is consistent with age and use and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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These pretty earrings were made in the 1990s by Butler and Wilson.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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These pretty earrings featuring shimmering pastes, date from the 1930s.
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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These pretty earrings were made in West Germany in the 1950s. They are screw back.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some slight crazing to the surface of a couple of the glass beads consistent with age and use. This is only visible upon close inspection and does not detract from the overall appeal of the earrings.
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These elegant 1950s earrings are clip on and unsigned.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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These earrings feature a design inspired by Native American tribal jewellery.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A little tarnishing to the silver tone metal discs to which the clips are attached. However, this is only visible upon 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 pretty earrings were created in Italy by the legendary Coppola e Toppo company in the 1950s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some rubbing to the metal reverse of the earrings. However, this is not visible when worn and does not detract from the overall appeal of the earrings.
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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 beautiful black glass earrings are entirely original, elegant antiques.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A faint hairline crack to one panel. This is only visible upon very close inspection with a magnifying glass and does not detract from the overall appeal of the earrings.
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