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
Antique Georgian Black Dot Solid Silver Paste Brooch 1820s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A rare and deeply romantic Antique Georgian Black Dot Silver Paste Brooch from the 1820s. Crafted
$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 Imperial Russian Gilt Silver Enamel Cufflinks, Carl Fabergé, c. 1908
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are pleased to present an exceptional pair of antique Imperial Russian cufflinks from our collection. Exquisitely crafted in gilt silver, each piece features a finely detailed por...
Freshwater Pearl, Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal
Betty Carol 1950s Sculptural Dress
By Betty Carol, Mamselle
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous dress from Betty Carol in light weight black wool and silk taffeta. It has a V neckline front and back with fabulous princess seaming creating a fitted silhouette through...
Sold|$1,016
Size: Medium / Large
Chic 1960s Mademoiselle Canary Yellow Silk Borcade A - Line Dress & Jacket Suit
By MADEMOISELLE
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 60s vintage MADEMOISELLE canary yellow silk brocade A-Line dress and coat ensemble! Dress features a fitted bodice with a bell shaped skirt. Gold metallic embroidery detail at w...
Vintage Teal Blue Silk Sequin + Beaded Art Deco/ Flapper Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1920s-inspired 1980s teal blue silk dress with hand done sequin and beadwork. Full blouson sleeves that zip at the cuff. Side slits. Fully lined in silk. The marked size is a...
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...
Antique Fernch Floral Diamond Platinum Wedding Tiara
Located in Miami, FL
Antique French Floral Design Platinum Diamond Tiara with Detachable Brooch This magnificent French tiara, crafted in luxurious platinum, is a masterpiece of elegance and refinement....
Diamond, Platinum
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...
Antique Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Gold Earrings
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique victorian 10k gold rose cut diamond earrings centered with 1 large diamond flanked with smaller diamonds in detaled prongs with estimate weight of 1.5 carats back foiled date...
CORO signed vintage silver tone colorful rhinestones designer brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed CORO • silver tone with rhinestones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 61 ...
Issey Miyake Open Sleeve Draped Top
By Issey Miyake
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous blue top, shirt from Issey Miyake. It overlapping at the front exposing the waist and buttons at the shoulder. The back is fuller and longer and the sleeves are open fro...
Gold Cuff Sculptural Statement Bracelet Mesh Studs
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage 2008 Paris Mesh and Studded Gold Plated Sculptural Cuff Designer: J Dauphin — Paris Archive The Vintage Mesh and Studded Statement Cuff is a rare, one-of-a-kind architectura...
Brass, Gold, 10k Gold, Gold Plate
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 1999 “The Overlook” Gray Check Fringe Jacket Skirt Set
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 1999 “The Overlook” Gray Check Fringe Jacket Skirt Set Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: A/W 1999 “The Overlook” Designer: Alexander McQueen ...
CHANEL suit pink jacket and dress S/S 1996
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Rubiera, RE
CHANEL S/S 1996 Suit pink tweed wool jacket and dress 90% wool 10% nylon Lining: 100% silk Size FR 42 Made in France Excellent conditions Flat measures Jacket: Length cm. 49 ...
$5,532Sale Price|35% Off
1940s Louis Vuitton for Saks New York Leather Cabin 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 hand...
Certified Natural diamonds Drop Pearls sterling silver tiara head accessory band
Located in Delhi, DL
This Vintage tiara is a symbol of beauty and self-love. It is handmade with Natural rose cut diamonds and Pearls in sterling silver. Diamond- Rose cut diamonds Diamond color- White ...
Diamond, Pearl, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1930s Gold Silk Lamé Strapless Gown & Beadwork Gown UK 10 US 6
Located in Nashville, TN
This truly magnificent 1930's gold silk lamé dress, embellished with trailing gunmetal grey and silver beadwork, is a phenomenal piece to add to your evening-wear wardrobe. The stra...
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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