Antique Carnelian Filigree Earrings with Silver Gilt
A pair of antique silver gilt earrings a round filigree drop with a carnelian bead to the centre, suspended from a carnelian set post for pierced ears.
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- Filigree Work - Jewels - Filigree is delicate and intricate ornamental metal-work made from thin threads of gold or silver, soldered and twisted together to give the effect of lace. The filigree work may be freestanding, or attached to the surface of an object.
- Carnelian Glass - Carnelian glass is a type of glass that is colored red, orange, or brownish-red. It is made by adding iron oxide to the glass mixture. The color of carnelian glass can vary depending on the amount of iron oxide that is added, as well as the firing temperature. Carnelian glass is often used to make beads, jewellery, and other decorative items. It can also be used to make stained glass windows and other art objects. Carnelian glass is sometimes called "carnelian chalcedony" or "carnelian quartz."
Carnelian glass was first made in the Roman Empire. It was also made in ancient Egypt, Greece, and Mesopotamia. Carnelian glass was not made again until the Renaissance, when it became popular again. Today, carnelian glass is made in many countries around the world.
This item has been included into following indexes:
- earrings, gold - gold and diamond drop / pendant 3,325
- earrings, period or style - filigree decoration 68
- earrings, set with
- earrings, silver - silver items 1,872
