Georgian Paste and Silver Slide Charm

Story

Georgian jewelers in London and Paris hand-carved glass 'paste' to mimic diamonds, creating pieces so brilliant they were worn by royalty. This tiny slide was once part of a long, elegant muff chain or pocket watch guard.

Maker / Origin

During the Georgian era, jewelry was entirely hand-fabricated by master goldsmiths and lapidaries. Paste makers were highly respected artisans, distinct from ordinary jewelers, who formulated proprietary lead-glass recipes to achieve maximum refractive fire.

Condition & Value

The slide shows beautiful, authentic age-appropriate patina on the silver settings. The paste stones appear mostly intact, though some typical darkening of the foil backing is visible, which is common and desired by collectors as proof of age. The jump ring attachment is a later addition to allow it to be worn as a pendant.