Vampire Bite - Vintage 14K Gold Natural Garnet Stud Earrings (VE507)

Vampire Bite - Vintage 14K Gold Natural Garnet Stud Earrings (VE507)

$495.00

Vampire Bite - Vintage 14K Gold Natural Garnet Stud Earrings. These wonderful earrings are crafted from 14K yellow gold, tested, and hallmarked on butterfly backings 14K. Featuring 2 natural cabochon oval cut faceted garnets, classic styling and quality craftsmanship. These gorgeous earrings are expertly claw-set with beautiful glowing red wine garnets. The earrings are for pierced ears, featuring posts and secure butterfly backs. These Vintage earrings are so versatile. True beauties to be enjoyed and treasured for many years to come.

History : Garnets were found as beads in a necklace worn by a young man in a grave that dates back to 3000 B.C. This is proof of the hardness and durability of the stone. The King of Saxony is said to have had a garnet of over 465 carats. Plato had his portrait engraved on a garnet by a Roman engraver.

Gold was generally used for a couple thousand years solely to create things such as jewelry and idols for worship. This was until around 1500 BC when the ancient empire of Egypt, which benefited greatly from its gold-bearing region, Nubia, made gold the first official medium of exchange for international trade.

Measurements: 8.00 mm x 6.00 mm

Stone Size: Garnet 2.00 carat

Weight: 1.50 grams

Condition: Excellent

Origin: Canada

Date: Circa 1980