Georgian Gold & Yellow Paste Earrings

A sweet pair of gold GeorgianJewellery made in the Georgian era (1714-1830). earrings set with two oval yellow pastes.The Georgians often set coloured pastes in jewellery as the real gem stones were extremely expensive and hard to source. This pasteGlass made to resemble gem materials, which may be moulded, faceted, carved, etc.  jewellery is collectable in its own right today. They have their original hinge back hook fastenings which go through the back of the ear.