Vampire Bite - Vintage English 9K Gold Natural Garnet Cabochon Stud Earrings (VE529)

Vampire Bite - Vintage English 9K Gold Natural Garnet Cabochon Stud Earrings (VE529)

$395.00

Vampire Bite - Vintage English 9K Gold Natural Garnet Cabochon Stud Earrings. These wonderful earrings are crafted from 9K yellow gold, tested, and hallmarked on butterfly backings 9ct . Featuring 2 natural round cut garnets cabochons, classic styling and quality craftsmanship. These gorgeous earrings are expertly bezel-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: 6.50 mm round

Stone Size: Garnet 1.50 carat

Weight: 1.00 grams

Condition: Excellent

Origin: England

Date: Circa 1960