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Art Glass - Vintage Gold Plated Emerald Glass & Rhinestone Stud Earrings. These pretty earrings are crafted from gold Plate. Featuring two oval shaped Art Glass cabochon gemstones, 6 round cut clear crystal rhinestones, and vintage classic styling. These lovely earrings are claw -set with sparkling emerald green art glass gemstones, which are flanked by sparkling clear crystal rhinestones. The earrings are for pierced ears, and feature suction-cup secure backings. The vintage earrings would make a perfect gift or addition to any costume jewelry collection.

History: Centuries ago, quartz pebbles with a high lead content were found sparkling on the banks of Europe's Rhine River. These beautiful, natural stones were highly coveted and were eventually depleted, inspiring jewelers to create an imitation, aptly named the "rhinestone."

The history of glass art and glass blowing can be traced back in history as far as establishing of the Roman Empire in the first century BCE. The Phoenicians invented the concept of glass art. This new technology spread very quickly throughout the early Roman Empire.

The first known gold plating occurred in northern Peru, where Pre-Columbian smiths gilded and silvered copper pieces by electrochemical replacement techniques. During excavations in the late 1980s, archaeologists discovered gold and silver ornamental and ceremonial artifacts dating all the way back to AD 50-300.

Measurements: Earrings 10.00 mm x 8.00 mm

Stone Size: Emerald Art Glass 7.00 mm x 5.00 mm (Round crystal) 2.00 mm each

Weight: 1.90 grams

Condition: Excellent

Origin: America

Date: Circa 1970