An important element of Georgian and Victorian Jewelry is Paste. What is paste? Paste is heavy, very transparent flint glass that simulates the fire and brilliance of gemstones because it has relatively high indices of refraction and strong dispersion (separation of white light into its component colors). Paste is called as such because the components of the mixture were mixed wet to a paste form to ensure a thorough and even distribution.
Paste is basically hand-cut leaded glass. It is cut, placed on a metallic (usually colored) foil base, and polished until it resembles and gives an effect, similar to gemstones.
Antique paste jewelry generally dates from the Georgian (1714-1830) and Victorian (1837-1901) periods. Historically, paste jewelry has been popular and highly coveted by French aristocracy, Edwardian socialites, and more recently used by famous fashion designers like Coco Chanel and Elsa Schiaparelli.
Paste jewelry is a wonderful way to make a statement. They often come in various colors, so it really allows the wearer to express their personality and play with different color choices you normally would not be able to find in diamonds or real gemstones.
Paste was set in various metals including gold, brass, silver and steel depending on the style and cost of production. Today we can enjoy the exquisite workmanship of the jewelers of past, appreciate their aesthetics and indulge to be part of history. The upcycle pieces in the culture and heritage collection at https://www.sonakamal.com reflect our commitment to keep up the traditions, preserve the past and make contemporary designs suitable to today’s lifestyle and trends.
See our latest offering in deep blue Paste at https://www.sonakamal.com This piece is impact-ful ornate and yet small enough to be very chic and modern
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