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Splash Of Wine - Estate Sterling Silver Garnet Dangle Earrings. These lovely earrings are crafted from sterling silver, hallmarked 925 for sterling. Featuring 8 genuine round cut faceted garnet, classic styling and quality silver -work. The garnet in these earrings have the most beautiful deep red wine colour. They are composed of a larger garnet and 3 smaller garnets in each earring. They are for pierced ears and feature shepherd hooks for pierced ears. They are in the Victorian Style and so classic and versatile. Truly a perfect gift or addition to any jewelry collection.

History: The history of garnet dates back to the Bronze Age, more than 5000 years ago. Its name, which has been used since these ancient times, was derived from the Latin word granatium, which means pomegranate (because the small, red crystals were thought to resemble pomegranate seeds). ... Garnet on Asbestos.

Silver was first found in large amounts around 5000 BC, when prehistoric people dug the first copper mines. ... Large-scale silver mining had developed in Anatolia by 3000 BC. This was to meet the demand from the first ancient city states, which used the metal as a common medium of exchange.

The sterling alloy originated in continental Europe and was being used for commerce as early as the 12th century in the area that is now northern Germany. A piece of sterling silver dating from Henry II's reign was used as a standard in the Trial of the Pyx until it was deposited at the Royal Mint in 1843.

Measurements: 25.00 mm x 7.00 mm

Stone Size: Garnet 1.50 carat

Weight: 1.80 grams

Condition: Excellent

Origin: America

Date: 21st century