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Vintage blue and white sterling silver enamel butterfly by Hroar Prydz
Here is a lovely and vibrant vintage sterling silver enamel butterfly brooch made by the Norwegian jeweller, Hroar Prydz in the 1930’s. Measuring 49.3mm across by 28mm , the butterfly has the most wonderful powder-blue colour which is highlighted by white on the edges as well as a small spot on each wing. Perfect for day or night, this vintage brooch will always be admired. Stock# ES9687 Circa: 1930 Maker: Hroar Prydz $750
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Antique demantoid garnet Lily Of The Valley brooch
Most people are aware that garnets come in a lovely deep rich burgundy-red colour, however many are surprised to learn that garnets come in a range of colours from purple, orange to the rarest of them all, the green demantoid garnet as can be seen here in this gorgeous lily brooch. Made by the early Australian company Duggin, Shappere & Co around 1900, the brooch was made in 15 carat gold and measures 52.9mm across by 14.5mm. The history of the Lily Of The Valley brooch goes as far back as the 16th Century when King Charles IX of France gave the actual flower as a good luck charm and has remained a popular design of jewellery ever since. Set with four demantoid garnets in each "flower", the brooch is also highlighted by seed pearls that adds even more charm and character to an already very sweet and charming brooch. So elegant and refined, this brooch is the perfect accessory to sit so gracefully on any outfit where it will always be admired for its simplicity and elegance. Stock# ES9625 Maker: Duggin, Shappere & Co Circa: 1900 $1,550
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Early Australian gold and natural pearl brooch attributed to Alfred Lorking
Early Australian jewellery has become so sought after and so extremely collectable in recent years, and here is a very exciting early Australian antique brooch that is attributed to Alfred Lorking. So typical of his work in not only the style, but the detail, form as well as the use of natural pearls makes this such a wonderful example of his work. Alfred Lorking was a Sydney jeweller who operated between 1853 to 1859 making his pieces not only one some of the oldest pieces of Australian jewellery, but also exceedingly hard to find. Made in 15 carat gold, the brooch measures 41.2mm across by 35mm and has a wonderful border reminiscent of a trunk with grape leaves inside as well as the “grapes” consisting entirely of natural pearls. With such a stunning effect now created, this comes together harmoniously to create such a fabulous brooch that is exciting to admire from near or far. This is truly an exciting piece of Australia’s history that can be worn with such pride. Stock# ES9617 Maker: Alfred Lorking (Attributed) Circa: 1855 $8,250
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Beautiful sterling silver vintage enamel brooch by Hroar Prydz
Made in Norway in the 1930’s by the jeweller Hroar Prydz, this brooch was made with such gorgeous soft muted colours such as brown and green of a soft straw coloured background and will always look so beautiful when worn day or night. Measuring 49.1mm across by 28.1mm , it is still in wonderful condition and has such a smooth feel to it and will always look perfect on any outfit that it is worn on. Stock# ES9695 Circa: 1930 Maker: Hroar Prydz $750
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Blue, yellow and green enamel brooch by David Andersen
From a vast collection of sterling silver enamel brooches that have recently been purchased, here is a gorgeous vintage David Andersen brooch in a typical form of a butterfly. With such vibrant colours ranging from blue and green with orange along the edge, this brooch measures 54.5mm across by 30.8mm and will look perfect day or night. Without a doubt one of Norway's most famous jewellers, this David Andersen brooch is as beautiful today as when it was made. Stock# ES9692 Maker: David Andersen Circa: 1930 $850
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Small colourful butterfly brooch by David Andersen
Here is such a charming and sweet vintage brooch by David Andersen that will look perfect on any outfit. Made in sterling silver in the 1930’s, this butterfly measures just 31.3mm across by 20.6mm and will no doubt always look amazing on any outfit that it is worn on thanks to such an amazing explosion of colours. Still in wonderful condition, this is an amazing enamel butterfly brooch by one of Denmark’s most famous jewellers. Stock# ES9686 Maker: David Andersen. Circa: 1930 $650
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Sterling silver and enamel butterfly brooch by David Andersen
Jewellery, specifically butterfly brooches by David Andersen have become so popular in recent years, and here is an enamel butterfly that is so typical of the work produced. Made in sterling silver in the 1930’s, it measures 54.5mm across by 30.4mm. With lovely colours from green and brown, through to orange and those white spots on the wings, this is a charming example of a David Andersen brooch. Stock# ES9645 Maker: David Andersen Circa: 1930 $750 - Hold (MK)
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Antique sword and seed pearl brooch made by Willis in 15 carat gold
Here is a wonderfully large antique sword brooch made by one of Australia's earliest and most prolific jewellers, Willis in the early 1900's. Made in 15 carat yellow gold, the sword design is set with a pearl set lyre in the centre that is also set with charming seed pearls which is then all highlighted by the chain suspended below. Measuring an extra long than normal brooch length of 74.4mm by 19.6mm, or 23.3mm to the bottom of the chain suspended below, this brooch looks truly amazing on and will no doubt always be admired every time that it is worn. Not only is it made by a famous Australian jeweller, but it is just as beautiful and elegant today as when it was made. Stock# ES9626 Maker: Willis Circa: 1910 $1,850
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Austro-Hungarian antique enamel and garnet Blackamoor brooch
Here is a truly amazing antique Blackamoor brooch that was made in the 1860's and is a real piece of history. The Moors were a race of people from the present-day Morocco region, and were immortalised in not only jewellery but fabulous sculptures and other works of art. Made in 14 carat gold in the Zagreb in the former Austro-Hungarian empire, the brooch is made with twenty enamelled Moor heads that captivate both the eye and mind and is further highlighted by the seven oval facetted garnets running along the centre. The enamel heads combined with the deep rich colour of the garnets come together to create a wonderful contrast that looks amazing and will look incredible no matter on what background it is being worn. Measuring 50.8mm across by 19mm, this is an exceptional and very rare piece of antique jewellery at its finest. Stock# ES9612 Circa: 1860 $7,200
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Vintage Rhoda Wager brooch set with a mabe pearl
Here is a truly amazing and completely original vintage brooch made by one of Australia's most famous jewellers, Rhoda Wager. Rhoda Wager was one of Australia’s leading jewellers of the early 20th century, producing beautiful pieces often in silver that had a very natural flowing style as can be seen here in this brooch. Made in sterling silver and measuring 52mm in length by 10.8mm wide at the, it is set with mabe pearl in the centre. Also known as blister pearls, these are produced as a section of the oyster shell itself, rather than from an irritant inside the oyster which produces a traditional pearl. With beautiful flowing detail on each side that is so typical of her work, the reverse side has her stamp "Wager". Fitted with a safety chain for added security, this is a wonderful piece of Australian jewellery that is becoming so highly sought after. Stock# U154 Maker: Rhoda Wager Circa: 1930 $1,800
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Rare 15 carat suffragette necklace with a detachable brooch/pendant
Here is an extremely rare and beautiful antique suffragette necklace that can be worn so many ways. The suffragette movement was pivotal in giving women the right to vote, and the jewellery used to represent the movement was easily characterised by using the colours green, white and violet as can be seen here in this magnificent suffragette necklace. Made in 15 carat gold at the start of the 1900's, the necklace and detachable brooch/pendant is set with peridot (green), pearls (white) and tourmaline (purple) in a design that is so elegant and typical of jewellery of the late Victorian and early Edwardian eras. The necklace is set with seventy nine pearls, five peridots and six tourmalines with the pearls designed in a magnificent design reminiscent of a fleur-dis-lis design that adds such an elegant look. Laid out from end to end, this part of the necklace measures 40cm in length and is fitted with a barrel clasp. And then to make this piece so versatile in how it can be worn, the lower section can be easily removed and then worn as either a brooch along with the necklace, or as a pendant on its own. This lower section is set with twenty six more pearls and a tourmaline and three peridots and measures 3cm across by 4.5mm. No matter how this piece is worn, it is an incredible necklace that is like no other. Stock# ES9599 Circa: 1900 $12,300
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Antique fly brooch set with garnets, rubies and diamonds
Here is a whimsical and fun antique brooch depicting a fly that will no doubt always be such a wonderful conversation starter. Made in the late Victorian era of the 1880's in 15 carat rose gold and silver, the brooch measures 4.3cm in length and will look amazing on any outfit. Set with two large cabochon cut garnets depicting its wings, the garnets have such a wonderful rich burgundy colour that stands out so well. Highlighting the body are nine rose cut diamonds, with a further two more rose cut diamonds cheekily highlighting its bottom. With rubies for its eyes and a pearl at the front, this is a wonderful brooch that is so highly detailed and fun to match. This exciting little brooch is so much more charming than one could ever imagine and will always make people smile when they see it. Stock# ES9465 Circa: 1880 $3,300
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