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Antique pendant and brooch by Duggin, Shappere & Co
Duggin, Shappere & Co were one of Australia's most well known and respected jewellers producing some truly beautiful pieces of jewellery, and here is a very versatile piece of theirs that dates from the early 1900's and can so easily be worn as either a pendant or a brooch. Made in 15 carats gold and set with seed pearls in such an attractive design that is highlighted further by noticing that the seed pearls in the crescent section, graduate so elegantly in size. Measuring 35.8mm across, when it is worn as a pendant it measures 46.2mm or when the detachable bail at the top is removed and then worn as a brooch, it measures 37.5mm. And removing the bail is simply a matter of sliding the piece out of the attached hole on the back of the main piece so when it is worn as a brooch this piece does not hinder the look or the way it sits on the outfit. This is such a simple yet ingenuous system that it often seen on antique brooch/pendants and one that is so logical to allow it become two separate pieces of jewellery. With the 15 carat gold having such a lovely colour to it, combined with being such an attractive design that is so versatile in how you choose to wear it, this antique pendant and brooch will always be the perfect piece to wear. Stock# ES9298 Maker: Duggin, Shappere & Co Circa: 1910 $1,800
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Antique kookaburra, map of Australia and wishbone brooch by Willis
Here is such a beautiful brooch that highlights Australia so well with a map of Australia as well as a wonderful kookaburra both set inside a wishbone. Made in 9 carat yellow gold by one of Australia’s most famous early jewellers, Willis and Sons in the early 1900’s, the brooch measures 31.5mm across by 19.3mm and will look wonderful on any outfit where it will no doubt always be admired and smiled upon. So charming and full of character, this is a wonderful piece of early Australian jewellery that depicts Australia so beautifully. Stock# ES9328 Maker: Willis and Sons Circa: 1910 $850
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Platinum Art Deco diamond brooch set with two very unique diamonds
The Art Deco period from the 1920's to the 1940's was an era that created some truly exceptional pieces of jewellery, and here is a magnificent Art Deco diamond brooch that was entirely hand made in platinum in the 1930's. Measuring 7.5mm wide by 48.4mm in length, this is not only the perfect length to wear on any outfit, but has also been so elegantly made and will exceptional on any outfit. From each end leading to the centre, there are thirteen early round brilliant cut diamonds on each side as well as nine single cut diamonds, that all come together to total 1 carat in weight. The way the brooch has a beautiful flowing design accentuates the diamonds that lead perfectly to the centre where there are two very unique and special five sided bullet shaped diamonds. These diamonds alone are so beautiful and unique and coming together to total 0.22 carats, they certainly finish the brooch of perfectly. Art Deco jewellery is often so stylish such as this brooch, and even with a dazzling amount of diamonds, this brooch is so graceful and elegant and is sure to become a family heirloom. Stock# ES9793 Circa: 1930 $7,200
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Antique brooch made in rose and yellow gold and silver
This antique brooch is so attractive in not only its design but also the use of yellow and rose gold combined with silver. Dating from the late Victorian times of the 1890's, the brooch measures 54.4mm across by 16.4mm at its widest point, and was made with a lovely floral design with a sickle in the centre made from silver and rose gold, making this such an attractive and unique brooch that will be admired by all who see it. This antique brooch is a wonderful example of how unique and special antique pieces are, and this brooch will so easily suit any occasion and time of day or night to wear. Stock# ES9573 Circa: 1890 $780
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Antique early Australian brooch attributed to Lamborn and Wagner
Here is a very beautiful and just as rare antique brooch made by one of Australia's earliest and most influential jewellers. Dating from the 1870's, the work, style and design are all typical of the work produced by Lamborn and Wagner. With a style reminiscent of Australian flora, the brooch was made in 15 carat gold and measures 56.5mm across by 58.1mm and makes such a statement when worn with its beautiful rich colour, design and gemstones. At the bottom of the brooch sits an aquamarine and at the top is an emerald that both work so well in adding an extra delicate amount of colour to an already very beautiful and impressive brooch. A real piece of Australian history that can be worn, this brooch is as beautiful and special today as when it was made. Stock# ES9618 Maker: Lamborn and Wagner (Attributed) Circa: 1870 $5,800
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Antique pink sapphire and diamond brooch made by Willis and Sons
Willis and Sons became one of Australia's most prolific and well know and respected jewellers of 19th and 20th Centuries, and here is a very elegant antique brooch that was hand made in 15 carat gold and set with a pink sapphire and European cut diamonds in the most beautiful design that is destined to always be admired. Both ruby and sapphire come from the same gem family, corundum, and the only difference between the two is colour. When corundum is any colour other than red, it is termed sapphire and when corundum has more chromium as a trace element, this will cause the stone to be more red, and then named ruby. When it is pink, it is hard to differentiate the difference between a ruby and pink sapphire, however most gemmological labs around the world agree that it comes down to the eye and how we see pink compared to red, and in this stone, it has such a delightful shade of pink that makes it so special and exciting. Measuring 0.75 carats, it is set surrounded by twelve European cut diamonds in a lovely cluster design. With a further thirty seven more diamonds set into the brooch, the diamonds come together to total an impressive 1.71 carats in the most beautiful and stylish design. There is no doubt that not only will the diamonds capture the eye, but so will the design of the brooch itself. Measuring 49.6mm across by 16.6mm, this is not only such an attractive brooch, but one that was made by one of Australia's most well know jewellers. Stock# ES9722 Maker: Willis and Sons Circa: 1910 $3,300
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Beautiful mauve and purple butterfly by David Andersen
The colours in this vintage David Andersen brooch is not only so vibrant, but the colours used really make this brooch stand out. Made in sterling silver in the 1930's, the combination of purple and mauve go so well together, and measuring 44.8mm across by 28.5mm, this brooch will make it stand out every time that it is worn. With a wonderful tactile feel to the touch, this vintage butterfly brooch is one that will always be loved and chesrished. Stock# ES9773 Maker: David Andersen Circa: 1930 $825
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Rare vintage Rhoda Wager brooch in gold and silver
Rhoda Wager was a very influential jeweller in Australia between the 1920's and the 1940's and with most of her jewellery being made in silver, it is both exciting and wonderful to find a signed Rhoda Wager brooch in both sterling silver and gold. Measuring 43.6mm across by 26.8mm, the size alone of this brooch makes it sure to always be noticed, and with not only the fabulous style that is so indicative of her work, the large carnelian in the centre truly stands out perfectly against the silver and gold. It is this wonderful work on the sides that makes her jewellery so distinct and sought after, and her use of gold in this brooch leads to not only a very skilled hand, but a piece that was made towards the end of her career when she had both the talent and skill to combine silver and gold. Finding a signed piece by her in gold and silver is truly exciting and makes it not only a wonderful brooch, but a fabulous piece of Australian jewellery. Day or night, this brooch will always stand out and be such a wonderful talking piece making any woman who wears this, very proud indeed. Stock# ES9733 Maker: Rhoda Wager Circa: 1940 $2,900
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Antique demantoid garnet and rose cut diamond brooch
Duggin, Shappere & Co were one of Australia's most well known early jewellers of the early 20th Century, and this brooch is typical of their elegant work that was produced by them. Made in the early 1900's in 15 carat gold, the brooch is set with the rare green demantoid garnets. While most people know the common garnet that comes in a lovely deep rich burgundy-red colour, many are surprised to learn that garnets come in a range of other colours from purple, orange and finally to the rarest of them all, the green demantoid garnet such as what is set into this brooch. Set with the demantoid garnet in the centre, it is highlighted with two rose cut diamonds that sparkle beautifully and highlight the gorgeous garnet. The design of the brooch itself is so wonderful and very unique in that along the left hand side, there is a twist section on the top, which is on the bottom on the right hand side, and conversely, the scroll work on the bottom part on the left side, it repeated on the top on the right side. Then the piece in the centre on the left side is turned up, while this is turned down on the other side. All of this makes it even more interesting and wonderful to admire from near or far. Measuring 52.9mm across by 14.5mm, the brooch will sit so well on any outfit where it will no doubt always be admired. Stock# ES9625 Maker: Duggin, Shappere & Co Circa: 1900 $1,550
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Antique coral and pearl brooch with a locket on the reverse
The combination of natural pink coral and pearls works so well together, giving this antique brooch such a distinct look that will always make it be admired. Made in the 1880's Victorian era in 9 carat rose gold, the brooch measures 33.7mm across by 12.8mm and has the central part set with larger pieces of coral and pearls, with a charming border of pearls followed by a further distinct design. With a locket compartment on the back, perfect for a photo, this is such a sweet and charming antique brooch that will always be adored. Stock# ES9725 Circa: 1880 $1,350
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Antique brooch with a citrine love heart and two swallows
Throughout history the swallow has been used in jewellery to represent all aspects associated with love, and along with the citrine heart there is no doubt that this brooch is all about love and romance and will be adored every-time that it is worn. Made in 18 carat yellow gold in the early 1900's, the brooch is designed with a swallow at each end flying towards that gorgeous citrine in the centre which is surrounded by pearls. The citrine measures 5.30 carats and has such a lovely golden colour that is complimented by the rich yellow from the gold. Highlighted with six pearls, the swallows at each end, combined with the heart really make this such a beautiful and romantic brooch. Measuring 41.7mm across by 21.5mm, this brooch is not only so beautiful, but with such a romantic association attached to it, this brooch will always look perfect on any outfit. Stock# ES9727 Circa: 1910 $2,150
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Antique 15 carat gold solid crystal opal brooch made in the early 1900’s
This antique brooch was made in the early 1900's and is set with such a lovely solid opal that sits so elegantly in the centre of the brooch and will no doubt always be admired for its colour and beauty. Made in 15 carat rose gold, the brooch measures 50.8mm across by 13.5mm wide at the centre where the opal is set and is the perfect length to wear day or night and always look perfect. The solid crystal opal measures 2.70 carats and displys such wonderful greens and blue spectral colours and looks even more amazing set into the rose gold. This brooch is so elegant and refined and typical of the beautiful work created in the early 1900's. Stock# ES9728 Circa:1910 $2,600
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