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Antique secret Mizpah brooch
The term "Mizpah" is found in the bible and translates to “The Lord watch between me and thee when we are absent one from another” and was given to wish someone a safe return from a voyage and here is a wonderful antique secret Mizpah brooch that is just divine.
Made in the Edwardian era of 1906, this Mizpah brooch has so many unique and amazing features.
Firstly it is made in not only rose gold but also has the leaf designs highlighted in green gold. Green gold is a colour of gold that is no longer used today and has a very lovely soft green colour that looks so good against the warmth of the rose gold.
Then there is the diamond that is set into the heart. This diamonds measures 0.08 carats and gives that added sparkle to an already amazing antique brooch and then of course opening this section with the heart and the floral design reveals the word "Mizpah" underneath.
Measuring 41.8mm across by 15.1mm wide at the centre, this is such an incredible and amazing antique Mizpah brooch that will continue to be such a talking point.
Stock# R1004
Hallmarked: Chester 1906
$1,650
$1,650.00
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Antique hand painted photograph brooch
Here is a wonderful throwback to a time before easily snapping of a few photos with a digital camera or a smart phone, to a time where photography was still in its infancy and where a black and white photograph was painstakingly hand painted with colour to breath life into a photo as can all be seen here in this gorgeous antique brooch dating from the 1850's.
Set into a gorgeous gold filled frame that is hand engraved on the edges and has the most wonderful scroll design, the brooch itself measures 50.2mm across by 56mm with the image itself measuring 29.6mm across by 36.5mm and on any outfit, this brooch will always have such a regal look and style to it.
The technique was first used in daguerrotype photos which were filmed on a sheet on highly polished silver and then painted, and this technique was then evolved over the following few decades.
Used here in this brooch, the technique was hand paining onto a black and white photograph on a cardboard background and the talent by the artist was nothing short of incredible especially when you look into the face of this handsome gentleman. These early techniques of over-painting a photograph can really be thought of as antique Photoshop!
This is such an incredible and exquisite antique brooch that is so unique and special for so many reasons.
Stock# P669
Circa: 1850
$925
$925.00
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Early Australian forget me not brooch
Early antique Australian jewellery is becoming so sought after and is often identifiable by the style and flora and fauna often used and here is a gorgeous early Australian forget me not brooch that is so sweet and typical of early Australian jewellery of the 19th Century.
Made in 15ct gold in the 1880's, this brooch centres around the rectangle plate hand engraved with the inscription 'Forget me not". This endearing phrase was often given between loved ones when one person often went away for quite some time and this brooch really makes you wish you could know the story that it once told between two sweethearts.
Measuring 33.4mm by 26.4mm it is set with flora often seen on Australian jewellery as well as a bird at the top.
So sweet and charming, this antique forget-me-not brooch is as romantic as they come.
Stock# ES6250
Circa: 1880
$1,350
$1,350.00
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Antique boomerang, emu and kangaroo brooch by Willis
Here is a very lovely early Australian boomerang, emu and kangaroo brooch by Willis.
Willis and Sons, was first established in 1858 by Richard and Thomas Willis, who were jewellery importers and wholesalers. By the turn of the century the firm had become Australia’s leading gold jewellery manufacturer and created some very special pieces of jewellery often with a very Australian theme as can be seen here in this brooch.
There really is nothing more Australian than the boomerang, emu, kangaroo, and combine that with a map of Australia, this brooch will look divine on any outfit.
Made in 15ct yellow gold, the brooch measures 37.7mm across by 17.8mm and is in brilliant condition and very well hallmarked.
A wonderful example of early Australian jewellery at its finest.
Stock# ES6651
Maker: Willis and Sons.
Circa: 1900
$1,200
$1,200.00
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Antique Dearest brooch
Acrostic jewellery is one where the first letter of each gemstone "spells" out a word, and here is an incredible rare and beautiful antique Dearest brooch dating from the 1860's.
Beautifully made in 15ct gold, the brooch is set with a diamond, emerald, amethyst, ruby, emerald, sapphire and turquoise spelling "dearest".
And then to further enhance this exquisite brooch, there is a row of enamel with a further diamond and a ruby "bracelet" leading to the hand which itself is wearing a diamond "ring". Her fingers are holding a gold ball "pearl" between her thumb and forefinger adding to the charm and character of this brooch.
Antique Regard and Dearest jewellery is becoming so sought after and hard to find and this truly is one of the most unique ones that we have ever had.
Measuring 44.8mm by 23.6mm wide, this Dearest brooch is so elegant and refined and is for a lover of antiques and history and this is one of the most incredible antique Dearest brooches that you will ever find.
Stock# ES6654
Circa: 1860
$5,900
$5,900.00
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Antique 3 colour gold opal brooch
Perfect for any occasion, this antique 3 colour gold opal brooch will always look so good worn on any outfit and will always be admired.
So easy to wear on a multitude of different coloured jackets thanks to the use of rose, white and yellow gold and combined with the gorgeous spectral colours coming from the opal, and you really have such a versatile and attractive antique brooch that will become so easy to wear all the time.
Dating from the early 1900's and made in 9ct gold, the brooch measures 60mm across by 17mm wide and in the centre the opal doublet throws off so much colour and looks incredible in any light.
With such an attractive naturalistic design in different colours of gold and coming together beautifully to highlight the opal, this is such an attractive antique opal brooch for any occasion.
Stock# ES6650
Circa: 1910
$1,650
$1,650.00
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Antique amethyst brooch
Made in 15ct rose gold and dating from the early 1900's, this antique amethyst brooch will look so lovely on any outfit and is destined to always be admired.
The colour from the 15ct rose gold enhanced and compliments the purple hue coming from the amethyst and the amethyst itself measures a very large and impressive 16 carats in weight.
Measuring 6.7cm in length by 2.1cm wide, the scroll work on the sides is even continued at the end of each bar fitting and adds the right amount of charm and character to an already delightful antique brooch.
Perfect for a summer or winter outfit, this antique amethyst brooch from the Edwardian era will always be admired and commented on.
Stock# R194
Circa: 1910
$1,250
$1,250.00
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Antique ruby and diamond brooch
Here is a wonderful antique ruby and diamond brooch that is not only set with natural rubies and diamonds, is also made in 15ct gold and was made by an early Australian jeweller, William Davis.
William Davis was an early Australian jeweller that founded his company in 1889 and still remains today and this brooch is a wonderful example of early Australian jewellery that will look so good on any outfit.
Measuring 26mm in length by 20mm at the centre, this antique brooch is set with five natural rubies that all have such a vibrant red colour and is further highlighted with eight diamonds to add some elegant sparkle to an already very attractive design.
Early Australian jewellery is becoming so highly sought after, and finding one that is not only signed with the makers mark and set with rubies and diamonds but is also in superb condition makes it even more wonderful and exciting.
Stock# R749
Maker: W.Davis (William Davis)
Circa: 1900
$2,100
$2,100.00
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Antique opal and diamond pendant
Here is one of the finest antique opal and diamond pendants that you could ever come across and one that is so versatile.
Beautifully hand made in 18ct yellow gold in the late Victorian era of the 1890’s, this exquisite antique pendant is also a locket to hold a photo of someone close to you and made even more versatile by being able to be detached from the pendant and worn as an elegant diamond pendant.
Set into the centre of the heart is a gorgeous solid Australian opal that has so much fire and colour to it and shows the spectral colour and is surrounded by thirty diamonds that total 1.80 carats.
Then the bow at the top is set with a further eighteen diamonds with an additional diamond weight of 0.88 carats bringing the total diamond weight of 2.68 carats.
The heart measures 22.7mm across by 22.2mm or 26.5mm from the bottom to the top of the link, and the bow itself measures 25.9mm across by 39.9mm
And then there is the reason why antique jewellery is just so amazing. Not only does it double as a photo locket, but the pendant can be removed and worn as a diamond pendant and if this wasn’t enough, the chain is able to be removed and the top bow and heart is able to be worn as a brooch.
This is such a spectacular antique opal and diamond pendant cum brooch that is so versatile and is even presented in its original box that adds its own special charm and character.
Stock# ES3470
Circa: 1890
$26,800
$26,800.00
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Antique peridot and pearl brooch
Here is an antique peridot and pearl brooch that looks so elegant and will complete any outfit.
Made in 15ct rose gold, this antique brooch dates from the 1890's and is set in the centre with a gorgeous natural peridot that is the most wonderful olivine green colour.
Surrounding the peridot in the most fabulous design, are a total of fifty seed pearls which are graded in size with the larger ones surrounding the peridot and smaller ones on the outside.
Measuring 22.7mm across by 19.5mm wide, the brooch is also fitted with a safety chain for extra piece of mind and is the perfect size to fir to any outfit.
Day or night, this is such an elegant and charming antique brooch with a gorgeous peridot in the most beautiful design.
Stock# ES6527
Circa: 1890
$1,650
$1,650.00
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Antique Regard brooch from the 1840’s
Acrostic jewellery is where the piece of jewellery has gemstones that "spell" out a word and here is one of the finest examples with this antique Regard brooch from the 1840's.
Set with a ruby, emerald, garnet, amethyst, ruby and a diamond, the first letter of each gemstone spells the word "Regard", and this would have been given to a loved one with such a romantic sentiment attached without it being too obvious.
Made in the very early Victorian period, this Regard brooch is exquisitely made in 18ct yellow gold with the most divine detail around the border and the gemstones. Then in the centre there is a locket of woven hair which adds to the charm and character of an already very romantic Regard brooch. This would not have been a mourning brooch as there is no black or inscription as was typical for such a piece and during the Victorian times, jewellery made from hair was so popular it even surpassed the price of silver per ounce and was highly sought after to be fashioned into jewellery.
The brooch measures 27.3mm across by 20.6mm and turning the brooch over reveals the most magnificent and highly detailed hand engraving.
This is one of the finest antique Regard brooches around and one that is in equally superb condition.
Stock# ES6438
Circa: 1840
$6,250
$6,250.00
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Antique diamond double witches heart brooch
A witches heart is one where the tail or bottom part of the heart bends to one side and goes as far back as the 15th Century and was used to ward off evil spirits, however in the romantic Victorian period of the 1800's came to be seen as a betrothal or marriage piece of jewellery.
And this one here is made even more special by being made with two entwined witches hearts symbolising an eternal love and just as important this is set with diamonds.
Where many are set with garnets, to find one with diamonds is really quite special and rare. Hand made in 15ct gold and silver during the Victorian era, this witches heart brooch dates from the 1860's and also is set with a diamond encrusted bow on top. Silver was used prior to the early 1900's as white gold was not yet invented and platinum was not used in jewellery at this time either.
In total there are 49 mine cut diamonds that total 1.22 carats and really makes this brooch sparkle in the light.
From left to right the brooch measures 21mm across by 24mm making it the perfect size to accentuate any outfit and be worn with love every single time.
Stock# ES6356
Circa: 1860
$4,100
$4,100.00
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