Vintage Grape Motif Earrings

Vintage Grape Motif Earrings

A rare delight in vintage costume jewellery — clip-on earrings that carry the whimsy and craftsmanship of a bygone era. Carefully shaped from frosted glass, the petite grape clusters evoke a sense of nostalgic sweetness, while the pale green glass leaves add a refreshing note of colour at the ear.

Each glass bead is delicately formed, the frosted finish shifting from matte white into a soft milky tone. Rather than reflecting light directly, the surface seems to hold it within — a quality of vintage glass that machine production cannot replicate.

The silver-tone clip-on setting is light and comfortable to wear, allowing the small charms to sway gently with movement and catch the eye without demand. Unbranded, yet the level of finish and the originality of the form make these a piece worth seeking out for collectors who love the artistry of glasswork.

Pair them with soft linen or a cotton blouse for a fresh, seasonal touch, or wear them with a vintage dress to highlight their storybook charm.

Dimensional frosted-glass grape clusters of this kind were made only by a handful of small workshops in between the 1960s and 70s. Each bead is hand-formed, meaning no two faces are exactly alike. Not a form you can find new. Only through the meeting that vintage allows.

Material: Brass, silver metal plating, frosted glass

Period: 1960s–70s

Measurement: 1.7cm

Condition: Very good vintage condition

Sourced/Made in: Australia

There's always that one piece. Small, unassuming — easy to overlook until it isn't there. Détail is a collection of vintage accessories that live in the details: the quiet stud, the slender chain, the subtle pin that pulls everything together without asking for attention. Not the centrepiece. Just the reason the whole thing works.