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PASTE

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Antique Victorian 14K rose gold buttercup earrings set with colorless brilliant cut French paste.
Photo courtesy of Scott Papper, GIA GG, AJP, CMA (NAJA), Global Gemology & Appraisals

Paste, or French paste, is another name for glass when used as a gem substitute in jewelry.

French paste can be colored and colorless, and was a more affordable option in comparison to diamonds or other precious gems.

Paste Gallery

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