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Victorian Gold Star Paste Diamond Earrings
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Victorian Gold Star Paste Diamond Earrings

19th century
For Sale by Corvidae Antique
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Desirable little 19th-century gold star earrings, each set with a lovely sparkly cushion-shaped paste diamond. The ear wires are solid nine-carat gold, the stars themselves are rolled gold.

The French jeweller Georges Frédéric Strass invented “Paste" in 1724. True paste is crafted from a special leaded glass that was painstakingly cut and then polished by hand with metal powder until it appeared to shimmer like a diamond. It was an instant success with the chic upper classes of Parisian society and continues to be highly sought after today. Nowadays paste is often used as a generic term to describe costume gemstones.

SIZE: The stars are 1cm diameter, the drop from the top of the ear wire is 1.4cm.

WEIGHT: 0.9g.

MATERIALS: Nine-carat gold wires, rolled/filled gold stars, paste gemstones.

HALLMARKS/STAMPS: None found.

CONDITION: In very good antique condition; there is one little edge of the gold surface which is slightly worn next to the stone (see photos) but it's not noticeable when the earrings are in the ear.

ERA: Estimated Victorian (c.1837-1901).

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Corvidae Antique has dated these Victorian Gold Paste Earrings to the Victorian era.

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Description
Desirable little 19th-century gold star earrings, each set with a lovely sparkly cushion-shaped paste diamond. The ear wires are solid nine-carat gold, the stars themselves are rolled gold.

The French jeweller Georges Frédéric Strass invented “Paste" in 1724.

“
True paste is crafted from a special leaded glass that was painstakingly cut and then polished by hand with metal powder until it appeared to shimmer like a diamond.
Corvidae Antique

It was an instant success with the chic upper classes of Parisian society and continues to be highly sought after today. Nowadays paste is often used as a generic term to describe costume gemstones.

fig 1. A pair of Victorian gold drop earrings featuring starburst-engraved settings with central clear round paste stones and shepherd hook fastenings.
fig 1. Victorian Gold Star Paste Diamond Earrings

SIZE: The stars are 1cm diameter, the drop from the top of the ear wire is 1.4cm.

WEIGHT: 0.9g.

MATERIALS: Nine-carat gold wires, rolled/filled gold stars, paste gemstones.

HALLMARKS/STAMPS: None found.

CONDITION: In very good antique condition; there is one little edge of the gold surface which is slightly worn next to the stone (see photos) but it's not noticeable when the earrings are in the ear.

ERA: Estimated Victorian (c.1837-1901).

Date of Manufacture

Corvidae Antique has dated these Victorian Gold Paste Earrings to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1236360
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Archive I A pair of Victorian gold drop earrings featuring starburst-engraved settings with central clear round paste stones and shepherd hook fastenings.

Victorian Gold Star Paste Diamond Earrings

Archive II A pair of Victorian gold drop earrings featuring starburst-engraved settings with central clear round paste stones and shepherd hook fastenings. View II
Archive III A pair of Victorian gold drop earrings featuring starburst-engraved settings with central clear round paste stones and shepherd hook fastenings. View III
Archive IV A pair of Victorian gold drop earrings featuring starburst-engraved settings with central clear round paste stones and shepherd hook fastenings. View IV
Archive V A pair of Victorian gold drop earrings featuring starburst-engraved settings with central clear round paste stones and shepherd hook fastenings. View V
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A pair of Victorian gold drop earrings featuring starburst-engraved settings with central clear round paste stones and shepherd hook fastenings.
Victorian Gold Star Paste Diamond Earrings
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A pair of Victorian gold drop earrings featuring starburst-engraved settings with central clear round paste stones and shepherd hook fastenings.
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  • ObjectEarrings
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialGold, Paste Glass
  • ColourGold, Clear
  • MotifsStarburst setting, Cut paste stone, Shepherd hook wire

A pair of Victorian gold star paste diamond earrings, dating from the period c.1837-1901. The earrings consist of a star-shaped drop design with an ear wire at the top and feature a cushion-shaped paste diamond set at the centre of each star. The metal components include solid nine-carat gold ear wires and rolled gold star elements with a warm golden tone, complemented by the clear, sparkly finish of the leaded glass paste stones. Visual examination reveals textured radial lines extending outward from the central setting on the front surface of each star, small prong settings securing the central stone, and fine curved ear wires. The stars are 1 cm in diameter with a drop of 1.4 cm from the top of the ear wire. These earrings suit everyday wear or special occasions when worn on the lobes, adding subtle antique character to contemporary attire. They integrate well into a modern jewellery collection, bringing historical Victorian design to current wardrobes. The pair stores easily in a standard jewellery box or stand when not in use.

FAQs

Victorian star paste earrings are nineteenth-century ear ornaments featuring hand-cut leaded glass stones set within starburst-engraved metal mounts. Celestial symbolism was highly prevalent during the Victorian era, representing guidance and direction.

Victorian paste jewellery was crafted using high-lead glass cut to simulate diamonds or coloured gemstones, mounted in gold, silver, or pinchbeck frameworks. Settings were frequently closed-backed, often utilizing silver foil behind the glass to enhance light reflection.

Authentic pieces display hand-faceted glass with slight edge wear on facet junctions, closed metal settings, and period-appropriate fastenings such as elongated shepherd hooks. Hand-engraved starburst motifs and slight surface patination on the gold mountings also indicate age.

Victorian paste earrings can be paired with contemporary tailoring or simple evening dresses to serve as a understated focal point. The warm gold tone and clear glass stones coordinate easily with modern gold jewellery.

Paste jewellery must be kept away from water and liquids, as moisture can breach closed-back settings and damage the foil backing. Clean the metal and glass gently using a soft, dry microfibre cloth, and store in a dry environment.
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