"Tokens of Gilt" Earrings
My "Tokens of Gilt" Earrings are true disco‑era treasures: late‑1970s originals from the luxury label Tokens of Gilt, shimmering with iridescent glass and rhinestones.
Each clip‑on is a tiny constellation, with stones that shift colour as you move - opal, lilac, sea‑green, and hints of gold surfacing in different lights. They are set in warm metal that frames the sparkle without overwhelming it, so the effect is luminous rather than loud. When you turn your head, the faceted glass catches the light like a cluster of tiny prisms.
Because they are clip‑ons, they are friendly to both pierced and non‑pierced ears. I always test the clips for a secure yet comfortable grip, so you can dance, mingle, or sit through a long dinner without constantly adjusting them. The size is generous enough to make a statement peeking out from under your hair, yet still refined enough for dressy daytime events.
These earrings pair beautifully with a velvet blazer, a silk blouse, or a slinky black dress - the kind of pieces that let the stones do the talking. They also add instant glam to a simple turtleneck and jeans, transforming something everyday into something that looks thoughtfully styled.
As authentic vintage from the late seventies, they carry the romance of nights spent under mirrored balls and candlelight. I source and select pieces like this specifically because they cannot be easily duplicated; the exact mix of glass, rhinestones, and brand history belongs to this pair alone. If you love jewelry that feels like a little piece of time travel, these shimmering clip‑ons will fast become your favourite heirloom‑in‑the‑making.