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Antique Pietra Dura brooch/pendant with a locket on the reverse side.
Here is a wonderful and very versatile antique brooch that can not only be worn as a pendant, but also has a locket compartment on the reverse side.
Pietra dura originated during Roman times and is the term given for the inlay technique of using cut and fitted, highly-polished coloured stones to create images in solid walls and floors, furniture as well as jewellery, resulting in some truly spectacular pieces.
 This piece here dates from the 1870's and was made in 15 carat gold and uses such incredible colours that is complimented perfectly by the equally gorgeous mount. The mount measures 51.5mm by 40.8 and with the choice to be worn as a brooch or a pendant, plus having the ability to have a photo placed in the reverse to make it even more personal, this is an exception piece of antique jewellery that will always look perfect no matter how you choose to wear it.
Stock# ET360
Circa: 1870
$2,900
$2,900.00
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Antique Edwardian era peridot and pearl pendant that converts to a brooch
The combination of pearls in such an elegant and feminine design, compliments the peridot that sways delicately in the centre perfectly making this such a wonderful example of Edwardian jewellery that is also so versatile on how it is worn.
Made in 15 carat gold in the early 1900's, this pendant can easily be converted to a brooch by removing the pearl set bail at the top. Once this is removed, it will sit perfectly on any outfit and can easily be reattached to be worn again as a pendant. This is such an ingenuous system that it will allow it to become two separate pieces of jewellery.
Measuring 26.4mm across by 41.8mm, with the additional detachable bail attached, it then measures 50.2mm, this is a piece of jewellery that will always be admired no matter how you choose to wear it.
Stock# ET538
Circa: 1910
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Antique salamander brooch set with demantoid garnets, rubies and pearls
Here is an incredible antique brooch that was made during the Victorian era and looks as fabulous today as when it was made over 130 years ago, and is destined to always get the attention that it deserves from near or far.
Made in 18 carat yellow gold in the 1890's, the brooch measures 54.5mm by 20mm and depicts a salamander which is often seen in jewellery of this period. With such a fluid style to its body, this is made even more exciting by being set with pearls, rubies and the rare green demantoid garnets.
Many are aware of the deep and beautiful burgundy-red colour that garnets are commonly found in, however this green variety is the rarest of them all and in this brooch, they stand out so beautifully as they are bordered with the white of the pearls. Set with two rubies for eyes, this is certainly an exciting brooch that will always look so elegant on any outfit that it is worn on.
Both beautiful and exciting, this is a wonderful example of a superb piece of late Victorian jewellery.
Stock# ET531
Circa: 1890
$3,300
$3,300.00
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Exquisite antique aquamarine an garnet brooch dating from the 1860’s
This antique brooch is so incredibly beautiful to admire from near or far and is a true testament to the quality of jewellery made during the Victorian era.
Dating from the 1860's, the detail and design of this brooch is just exquisite. Measuring 45.9mm across by 48mm plus the chain section, the brooch was made in 18 carat yellow gold and has such a wonderful rich colour to it that exemplifies the scroll work design.
Set with five aquamarines that come together total 6.1 carats and highlighted with six almandine garnets that total 0.48 carats, the almandine garnets have a lighter purple colour to them compared to the more common burgundy-red garnets often found in jewellery.
Not only is the design of this brooch so attractive, but the incredible hand engraving is truly exquisite and once again shows the quality of detail that went into making this brooch an astonishing 160 years ago.
From near or far, this is a truly exceptional brooch that will always be admired and get the admiration that it truly deserves.
Stock# ET295
Circa: 1860
$5,900
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Antique citrine brooch highlighted with rubies and diamonds
Here is a brooch that looks truly amazing on any outfit and will certainly be admired from near or far.
Hand made in the 1880's in 15 carat gold and silver, the brooch is not just set with a citrine and surrounded by diamonds, rather the citrine is amazingly set with both rubies and even more diamonds in the centre, both of which are highlighted by wonderful dark blue enamel sections.
Surrounding the brooch are thirty six rose cut diamonds that are set into a beautiful flowing design and then to make this brooch even more incredible, there are two sections in the centre each set with five more rose cut diamonds that all come together to total 0.54 carats. And then in the centre along with the diamonds are again two sections each set with five beautiful rubies that come together to total 0.28 carats. The way this brooch has had these rubies and diamonds set into the top of the citrine is truly amazing and shows the quality of work and craftsmanship that was accomplished all those years ago when this brooch was made.
The sections between the rubies and diamonds has been finished with dark blue enamel that adds a wonderful contrast and makes this detail in the centre stand out even more.
Measuring 30.2mm across by 21.4mm, this is an exception antique brooch like no other.
Stock# ET236
Circa: 1880
$4,100
$4,100.00
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Antique Victorian era agate brooch dating from the 1880’s
The colours in the agate alone are so beautiful, and combine it with the design of the elegant mount that it is set into, and you have a gorgeous antique brooch that will always be admired.
Made in the Victorian era in the 1880's, the mount is made in 9 carat gold with the warm colour of the gold being a perfect match for the agate. The agate itself has such an incredible design and colours that makes it perfect to wear with any outfit and occasion.
Measuring 37.7mm across by 27.6mm, this brooch is one that will always be loved and admired.
Stock# ET166
Circa: 1880
$825
$825.00
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Rare antique pietra dura and Whitby jet brooch made in the Victorian era
It is common to find a pietra dura brooch, and it is common to find a Whitby jet brooch, but it is exceedingly rare to find the two materials together such as in this lovely brooch from the late Victorian era.
Pietra dura is when material is inlayed with highly polished coloured stones to create images, and in this brooch this has been done to make a stunning floral scene that has the most beautiful colours that stand out even more set against the black background.
Then the border of the brooch is made from Whitby jet which is the fossilized material of a tree called the Araucaria Tree. Dense black in colour, it was very popular in the late Victorian era and has the ability to be carved as has been with the design that can be seen. The detail is wonderful, and just like the pietra dura, the time and skill needed to create these two sections would have been immense.
Measuring 58.5mm across by 48mm, this brooch will stand out from near or far and always be such a fabulous talking point.
Stock# ET181
Circa: 1890
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Antique heart shaped amethyst brooch made in the early 1900’s
This brooch was so beautifully designed and made in the early 1900's and looks fantastic from near or far and will certainly compliment any outfit that it is worn on.
Made in 9 carat gold, the brooch is set with a beautiful 15 carat heart shaped amethyst in the centre that captures the eye so well and combined with the beautifully detailed setting around it, showcases the beauty of antique jewellery so well. Set with a 0.80 carat oval amethyst at the bottom, the detailed work of the brooch as well as the rich colour of the gold is a perfect match for the intense purple of the amethysts.
Measuring 31mm across by 47.2mm from top to bottom, this is a spectacular brooch that is perfect for all occasions.
Stock# ET122
Circa: 1910
$2,400
$2,400.00
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Antique micromosaic brooch of a scarab beetle made in the 1870’s
Here is an exquisite antique micromosaic brooch that dates from the 1870's and is as beautiful from afar as it is up close and will no doubt be admired every time that it is worn.
Micromosaic jewellery is made using incredibly small pieces of ceramics, glass or pebbles known as tesserae and painstakingly laid in a pattern as can be seen here of a scarab beetle. The detail in not only the beetle, but the surround is truly amazing and a true testament to the quality of the artisans of a bygone era. The colours are just so vibrant and day or night, this is one brooch that will always get the attention that it rightly deserves.
Measuring 33.3mm in diameter, the Etruscan mount itself is just as beautiful and was made in 18 carat gold.
This is a work of art just as much as a piece of jewellery, and one that is sure to become a family treasure.
Stock# ET160
Circa: 1890
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Antique pietra dura brooch with a locket on the reverse side
Pietra dura originated during Roman times and is the term given for the inlay technique of using cut and fitted, highly-polished coloured stones to create images in solid walls and floors, furniture as well as jewellery, resulting in some truly spectacular pieces such as this antique pietra dura brooch that also doubles as a locket.
Dating from the 1880's, the mount is just as beautiful and is made in 18 carat yellow gold. With a gorgeous rich yellow colour that compliments the design and colours of the pietra dura, the brooch measures 46.4mm across by 37.6mm and is destined to look perfect on any outfit day or night.
With a magnificent floral design in the centre that has shades of pinks and soft blue, these colours stand out even more against the black and is a true testament to the quality of jewellery that was made well over a century ago.
With a locket compartment on the reverse side, this is a superb pietra dura brooch that will always be admired.
Stock# ES9877
Circa: 1880
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Antique arrow brooch set with diamonds and Cupid
There is no other subject in mythology more romantic and sweet than Cupid, and here is the most beautiful antique brooch that depicts Cupid and his arrow.
Made in 18 carat yellow gold in the 1890's, the brooch measures 56.5mm across by 29.5mm and was made in the form of an arrow head in such a beautiful way. Instead of the arrow head being flat and sharp, it has a wonderful soft curve to both sides that softens the look and feel of the brooch. This gives the brooch a much softer and more feminine style to the brooch which is emphasised further by not only the rose cut diamonds, but by the absolutely charming enamel Cupid. With such beautiful soft colours in the enamel, as well as so much detail, the closer you get to admire Cupid, the more it melts your heart and will make you smile.
With the diamonds "connected" by hand engraving giving them a floral look, the diamonds total 0.09 carats and sparkle delightfully in the light.
This is one brooch that from near or far will always make you smile and feel so wonderful when this is being worn.
Stock# ES9864
Circa: 1890
$4,400
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Antique hardstone cameo pendant that can be worn as a brooch
Cameos are commonly carved from shell and rarely in harder materials as it takes a true master carver to get the detail when carving into harder material and here is a very beautiful antique sardonyx cameo pendant that can easily be worn as a brooch.
Dating from the 1880's, the pendant was made in 15 carat gold and has the most beautiful shape combined with incredible detail that stands out from near or far.
In the centre is a very intricately hand carved cameo made of sardonyx. Sardonyx is a naturally layered material from the quartz family that is naturally layered with white and a soft pink to orange background, that when carved allows the carver to show these colours, and to highlight the form in this case a woman's head in profile. And the quality of carving is just spectacular. The detail is captivating with so much detail in the hair and there is no doubt that this was carved by a master carver.
Measuring 27.1mm across by 40mm or 47.8mm to the top of the bail, when worn as a brooch, the bail just folds down behind the pendant to allow it to sit perfectly as a brooch.
So attractive, this is a wonderful antique piece that no matter how it is worn, will always look so beautiful.
Stock# ES9863
Circa: 1880
$2,650
$2,650.00
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