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Victorian era antique pique earrings
So elegant and refined, these Victorian era antique pique drop earrings are just so elegant and are destined to be admired from near or far.
Dating from the 1870's the detail in each earring is superb as is the condition of each earring allowing them to still be worn on a daily basis.
Piqué jewellery is a style of jewellery that is simply like no other and can never be reproduced today. Piqué (pronounced pee-kay) is a technique where the tortoiseshell was inlayed with gold or silver or sometimes both in a wonderful intricate style that combines so well in colour when set into the chocolate brown of the tortoiseshell.
( Click here for an article on pique jewellery: http://www.kalmarantiques.com.au/articles/history-of-pique-jewellery/ )
The detail of the inlay is not just on the front as it goes all the way around and from the very top of the shepherd hook to the bottom, this distance measures a very elegant 5.3cm in length and are sure to be noticed and admired whether they are worn day or night.
These are such an elegant pair of antique pique earrings and are sure to be treasured and loved no matter the occasion or where they are worn.
Stock# ES7287
Circa: 1870
$2,700
$2,700.00
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Antique pique drop earrings from the 1870’s
Here are a stunning pair of antique pique drop earrings from the 1870's that will continue to look so divine when worn from the day into the evening and will always be admired every time that they are worn.
Piqué jewellery is a style of jewellery that is simply like no other and can never be reproduced today. Piqué (pronounced pee-kay) is a technique where the tortoiseshell was inlayed with gold or silver or sometimes both in a wonderful intricate style that combines so well in colour when set into the chocolate brown of the tortoiseshell.
( Click here for an article on pique jewellery: http://www.kalmarantiques.com.au/articles/history-of-pique-jewellery/ )
On the top ball there is a ball design that leads down to the main section which is just exquisite and full of detail. Every side has been given the most wonderful attention from the front to the sides and the detail is nothing short of extraordinary. The combination of both gold and silver work so well set into the tortoiseshell and even 140 years later, these earrings are still in superb condition.
From the very to of the shepherd hook to the bottom, this distance measures an elegant 8cm in length and they have such a fluid sway to them when worn.
These antique pique earrings are just spectacular and sure to always be admired.
Stock# ES7286
Circa: 1870
$2,800
$2,800.00
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Antique pique brooch from the 1870’s.
There is nothing quite like pique jewellery and one that simply can not be reproduced today thanks to the strict preservation of tortoises.
Pique jewellery was common in the later part of the Georgian era right up to the end of the Victorian era of the 1890's and was made by inlaying tortoiseshell with gold and silver in such a fine and incredibly intricate design as can be seen here in this pique brooch.
The circular brooch measures 28mm across and comes up into a point that measures 12.1mm and makes it really stand out on any outfit thanks to its height as well as fabulous inlay of gold and silver set into the chocolate brown on the tortoiseshell.
In spectacular condition, this antique pique brooch looks and feels magnificent and is still captivating 140 years after being created.
Stock# ES6176
Circa: 1870
$1,100
$1,100.00
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Antique oval pique brooch from the 1800’s.
Piqué jewellery is a style of jewellery that is simply like no other. Piqué (pronounced pee-kay) is a technique where tortoiseshell was inlayed with gold or silver or sometimes both in a wonderful ingratiate style that combines so well in colour when set into the chocolate brown of the tortoiseshell.
And here is a gorgeous Piqué brooch dating from the Victorian era of the 1870's and still in superb condition even well after 140 years.
The intricate design both in the centre and as a border is a real testament to the quality of craftsmanship that went into creating this.
Measuring 3.6mm across by 2.8cm, it is also the perfect size to wear all the time day or night.
Piqué jewellery truly is unlike anything else and this antique piqué brooch from the Victorian era is certainly no exception.
Stock# ES3474
Circa: 1870
$1,150
$1,150.00
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Antique round pique brooch
Antique piqué jewellery is unlike any other form of jewellery and one style of jewellery that simply can never be reproduced making it so unique and special.
Click on this link to read a view about piqué jewellery:
http://kalmarantiques.com.au/articles/history-of-pique-jewellery
Piqué comes from the shell of the turtle and is inlayed often with gold and silver in the most intricate designs and patterns as can be seen here in this fabulous antique piqué brooch.
Dating from the 1880's this piqué brooch measures 28.2mm in diameter and has a very attractive border of gold and silver and the most delightful floral design in the centre.
The wonderful chocolate brown colour of the shell really stands out so well and especially when inlayed with gold and silver in such an attractive design really makes this brooch so elegant.
Piqué brooches are always highly sought after and this Victorian era one will certainly be no exception and one that will always be admired and loved.
Stock# ES2801
Circa: 1880
$725
Click on this link to read a view about piqué jewellery:
http://kalmarantiques.com.au/articles/history-of-pique-jewellery
Piqué comes from the shell of the turtle and is inlayed often with gold and silver in the most intricate designs and patterns as can be seen here in this fabulous antique piqué brooch.
Dating from the 1880's this piqué brooch measures 28.2mm in diameter and has a very attractive border of gold and silver and the most delightful floral design in the centre.
The wonderful chocolate brown colour of the shell really stands out so well and especially when inlayed with gold and silver in such an attractive design really makes this brooch so elegant.
Piqué brooches are always highly sought after and this Victorian era one will certainly be no exception and one that will always be admired and loved.
Stock# ES2801
Circa: 1880
$725
$725.00
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Antique pique Mizpah brooch
Here is an antique brooch that will appeal to so many people and collectors of antique jewellery and is so rare and unlike any that we have had before.
Firstly it is made in pique which is a form of jewellery that is made with tortoiseshell inlayed with gold and/or silver and always looks so good on any outfit thanks to the wonderful natural chocolate brown colouring.
And then this is a Mizpah brooch which has its own collectors and is so steeped in history and wonderful in its own right, so to get an antique pique brooch combined with Mizpah jewellery makes this a very special piece.
Click here for a history of pique jewellery: http://www.kalmarantiques.com.au/history-of-pique-jewellery.aspx
Click here for a history on Mizpah jewellery: http://www.kalmarantiques.com.au/Mizpah-jewellery-and-history.aspx
Measuring 3.2cm in diameter, this pique Mizpah brooch dates from the Victorian era of the 1890's and will look good set onto any outfit.
Antique jewellery is always so special, and this antique brooch is just spectacular and a wonderful piece of history.
Stock# ES2177
Circa: 1890
$1,450
$1,450.00
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Victorian pique drop earrings
These pair of antique Victorian era pique drop earrings are simply amazing.
Made in the 1870's, they measure 5.3cm in length, and drop a bit further with the shepherd hook fittings.
The inner part suspends and looks so amazing when they are worn.
Pique jewellery such as these will always stand out with the quality and workmanship, and these are truly exceptional.
Stock #ES5057
Circa: 1870
$3,300
$3,300.00
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Victorian pique drop earrings
For all of you pique jewellery lovers out there, here is a wonderful pair of Victorian era pique drop earrings in the form of a Maltese cross.
Pique is the use of gold and silver inlayed into tortoiseshell and was very popular in the Georgian and Victorian times.
These antique pique earrings are made in the shape of two Maltese crosses and measure 3.7cm from the very bottom to the top of the shepherd hooks by 2.1cm wide at the lower cross.
There are reproduction antique jewellery around today, however due to tortoiseshell now being banned, there will never be reproduction pique jewellery making it so sought after, unique and special.
A wonderful looking pair of earrings for day or night time wear.
Stock # ES6241
Circa: 1880.
$2,400
$2,400.00
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