Georgian Glitter in Black Dot Paste Ear Drops
Located in Stamford, CT
Light will catch the gold flashes in the foiled paste of these gorgeous Georgian earrings c. 1820
Antique 1820s Unknown George III Drop Earrings
Sterling Silver
Georgian Glitter in Black Dot Paste Ear Drops
Located in Stamford, CT
Light will catch the gold flashes in the foiled paste of these gorgeous Georgian earrings c. 1820
Sterling Silver
$3,950
H 2.63 in W 2.75 in
Magnificent Large Antique Georgian Regency Period Black Dot Paste Turban Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Superb antique Georgian Regency period black dot paste and silver turban ornament brooch. Circa
Silver
Georgian Black Dot Paste, Silver and Gold Heart Pendant
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This stunning pendant holds black dot paste. The paste is set in silver and the back of the pendant
Silver, Gold
Antique Black Dot Paste Cluster Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
Bold black dot paste Georgian cluster ring set in silver and 18K gold will make a statement
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Black Dot Paste Cluster Ring, 1840
Located in Baltimore, MD
"gemstones" are made from leaded glass and faceted to resemble precious gems. Black dot paste has a small
15k Gold
Antique Curved Black Dot Paste Triple Drop Earrings
Located in Baltimore, MD
curved line design of these earrings is rarely seen. The black dot at the center of each paste was meant
18k Gold
Georgian Black Dot Paste Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Georgian Black Dot Paste Pendant from the late 18th Century. Originally born as a jeweled slide for
Sterling Silver
Antique Georgian Black Dot Paste Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
was divided amongst family. Since fine Georgian paste was an Art Form, not a counterfeit stone, the
15k Gold
Antique Georgian Black Dot Paste Flower Earrings, Sterling Silver
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful pair of Antique, late Georgian era black dot paste flower earrings. Sweet little
Sterling Silver
Georgian Black Dot Paste and Silver Antique Spinning Flower Brooch
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
6cm x 5cm. A Short History... In the Georgian era, a black dot was often painted onto the culet of a
Silver
Antique Georgian Black Dot Paste Cluster Ring, Silver and 9k Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
This antique Georgian era black dot paste cluster ring is delicately charming. It is a conversion
9k Gold, Silver
Georgian "Black Dot" Paste Cross Pendant
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A cool Georgian cross pendant, set with white paste stones with "black-dot" open culet accents
15k Gold
18th Century Georgian Black Dot Paste Earrings
Located in Sale, Cheshire
These antique solitaire earrings are old. Really, really old. Set with highly domed black dot paste
9k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Georgian Black Dot Paste Brooch and Pendant in Silver
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
Such a lovely Georgian black dot paste brooch with tear shaped drop. The dangling tear drop is
Silver
Georgian Earrings Black Dot Paste Flower Silver Gold Cluster Antique Studs
Located in London, GB
In the Georgian era, paste was virtually interchangeable with diamonds and often set in precious
Other, Gold, Silver
Antique Silver Black Dot Clear Paste Cross Pendant, Sterling Silver Pendant
Located in Rottedam, NL
jewelry. This particular type of foiling technique is known as the ""Black Dot"", where the foil was
Sterling Silver
Antique Rose Cut Diamond Earrings
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique diamond earrings in 14 carat gold with 52 rose cut diamonds - total carat weight approx. 1ct.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Custom-Made 1990s Valentino Large Red Dyed Full-Body Fox Fur Fling
By Valentino Couture, Valentino
Located in Gresham, OR
Custom-Made 1990s Valentino Large Red Dyed Full-Body Fox Fur Fling: Unmarked but confirmed, custom piece from the House of Valentino for a private client, this is an extravagant, ove...
$425Sale Price|38% Off
Superb 1980s Vicky Tiel Couture "Sara" Metallic Gold Lame Dress with Bolero (38)
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Port Hope, ON
Outstanding piece in excellent condition. The dress is boned to the waist and has a an inset bra. The permanent pleats of the skirt complement the gathers to be found at the bust and...
Antique Louis Vuitton Picnic Motor Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
In Luxury We Trust is delighted to present an extraordinary opportunity to own an extremely rare trunk, the largest picnic trunk ever crafted by Louis Vuitton, designed to cater to s...
Spectacular Alexander McQueen Runway Gown Black Silk Lace Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
As if conjured from midnight sea-spray, this Spring/Summer 2012 Alexander McQueen gown unfurls like a dark bloom caught in motion. The bodice - sculpted close to the torso -disappear...
Eygptian Revival Deco Purse, 1920's
Located in New York, NY
Eygptian revival butter silk faille with scarab tinsel embroidery in silver and gold threads. Large emerald cut citrine paste and clear stones set into frame. Beautiful quality impor...
Antique Edwardian Earrings of Pink Paste Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Superb quality earrings designed with the flourish of garlands, have been made of foiled pastes in the manner of Georgian and Victorian earrings. The brilliant pastes are the rare pi...
Sterling Silver
Alexander McQueen F/W 2010 “Angels & Demons” Medieval Art Royalty Gown Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Chicago, IL
From Alexander McQueen’s final collection, this spectacular piece features digitally printed imagery depicting Medieval religious artwork from German painter Stefan Lochner. The artw...
Sold|$11,200
Size: 36
CHRISTIAN DIOR JOHN GALLIANO Rare 2004 Silk Slip Gown & Feather Capelet Ensemble
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
An extraordinary ensemble from Christian Dior by John Galliano, circa 2004. The gown is a luminous seafoam silk slip, bias-cut for a fluid silhouette that skims the body. It feature...
F/W 2003 Roberto Cavalli cut out gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Austin, TX
F/W 2003 CAVALLI CUT OUT GOWN FABRIC: stretch Nylon & Viscose Made in Italy Chest: open, Waist: 24-42", Hips: 34-60", Length: 67" ConditioN: Excellent Fits US 6 - 10 ( mannequi...
Iconic Spectacular Thierry Mugler SS 1997 Gown 'Kiss of the Spiderwoman'
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Behold the breathtaking embodiment of high drama and couture mastery: The stunning extremely rare Thierry Mugler "Kiss of the Spiderwoman" evening gown from the legendary Spring/Summ...
Christian Dior & John Galliano 7C cruise / resort 2007 silk evening dress runway
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Christian Dior & John Galliano 7C 2007 silk evening dress John Galliano for Christian Dior Collection: Christian Dior Resort 2007 Christian Dior style: 7C12066780 Marked Size: 6 ...
$580
H 1.19 in W 1.86 in
Czechoslovakian Gilt Brass and Purple Crystal Intricate Butterfly Brooch, Pin
Located in Milford, DE
An exquisitely detailed vintage butterfly brooch. Features intricately detailed wings and body accented with enameled flowers and amethyst-colored crystals. Gilt brass metal. Some d...
Crystal, Brass
Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified Fancy Blue Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Featuring a very special center diamond Gia Certified as Natural 4.00 Ca...
Blue Diamond
1940s Louis Vuitton for Saks New York Leather Cabin Train Trunk Case
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
This stunning Cabin trunk by Louis Vuitton from Saks & Cy - Fifth Avenue - New York store features brass corners with leather trim, two brass closures and a keyed latch. The handle i...
Rare 1990s Azzedine Alaia Black Lycra Gown Runway Sample Museum
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
Rare Iconic 1990s Azzedine ALAIA Black Ribbed Lycra and Net Sleeveless Gown; V-Neck with Paneled Bodice; Deep V-back with Single Hook and Eye Strap; Full Length Skirt with Fishtail H...
Georgian jewelry is named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign, which lasted until 1837). A slew of beautiful pieces were produced during the period, and today antique Georgian rings, necklaces and other accessories are coveted by fine jewelry collectors.
There are certain features that distinguish jewelry from this era, including the fact that pieces from the 18th and early 19th centuries were handmade (so don’t let the absence of a maker’s mark lead you to believe otherwise). Antique Georgian jewelry also has a certain “look.” It’s a bit gray because stones were often set in silver, and because stonecutting techniques were not as advanced as they are today, the gems do not possess the level of sparkle to which we have become accustomed.
Intricate metalworking techniques such as repoussé (the hammering of metal into ornate designs) and cannetille (a method of working the gold wire to make it look woven) allowed goldsmiths to really flex their muscles. These gold pieces, either on their own or combined with gemstones, made for highly original and dramatic jewelry. The era also saw pieces with ornately woven strands of human hair.
Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. These were often cut in the shape of a cabochon or teardrop. It was fashionable to combine garnets or rubies with seed pearls. In Georgian diamond rings, popular cuts for diamonds included rose, old mine and table. Around the 1780s, paste jewelry, or hand-cut glass on foil, was used to imitate diamonds.
Browse a collection of antique Georgian diamond rings, earrings, brooches and other authentic Georgian jewelry today on 1stDibs.
The rarity of this beautifully preserved matched set cannot be overstated.
From diamonds to glass, gold to iron, get to know the stories behind the materials and techniques that defined the jewelry of this era.
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