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Antique ruby and pearl brooch made by Duggin Shappere & Co
Here is a fabulous antique ruby and pearl brooch made by the early Australian jeweller Duggin Shappere & Co in the early 1900’s. Made in 15 carat gold, the brooch measures 42.9mm across by 14.2mm and is set with a beautiful pearl set heart surrounding a natural ruby. With pearls set at each end in a lovely floral design that along with the heart truly captures the eye. Displaying such a lovely sentiment with the heart, this is a brooch that will always be loved and admired. Stock# T873 Maker: Duggin Shappere & Co Circa: 1900 $925
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Victorian era antique amethyst and pearl pendant that converts to a brooch
Here is an ingenious Victorian era antique amethyst and pearl pendant that converts to a brooch so easily and no matter which way it is worn, will always be loved for the gorgeous colour combination of the pearls and amethysts as well as the elegant design that will always be admired. Hand made in 9 carat rose gold in the 1890's, this piece is set with a beautiful cluster of seed pearls surrounding a central amethyst with more amethysts around the edge and then one suspended so delicately at the bottom that is also set with seed pearls. The top bail which is again set with a seed pearl, is attached via a clever design that allows it to easily be taken on and off, all the while being very secure and not able to come off on its own. The reason this part detaches, is that when it is worn as a brooch, if this part sticks up, it will look very odd, so detaching it makes perfect sense. Measuring 26.1mm across, with the top bail it measures 47.4mm tall or 36.5mm without this part. These dimensions make it perfect for a pendant or a brooch and regardless of how you choose to wear it, there is no doubt that it will always be admired as the combination of pearls and amethysts, along with the elegant design, will always make this such a stand out piece of jewellery from the late Victorian era. Stock# ES8523 Circa: 1890 $1,600
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Antique Georgian enamel brooch set with diamonds and pearls
Here is a spectacular antique Georgian era enamel brooch set with diamonds and pearls that dates from the early 1800's and looks as amazing today as when it was made over 200 years ago. It is astonishing to think that we can not only admire, but also wear a piece of jewellery of this age as well as it still being in wonderful condition, is all a testament to the jewellers of this era. Hand made in 18 carat yellow gold and silver, the reason that silver was used to set the diamonds into was that up until the early 1900’s white gold was not yet invented and platinum, although already discovered, was not used in jewellery until around the same time as white gold. Measuring 59.1mm across by 28.2mm, the brooch is set with nine rose cut diamonds at each end with a border of seventeen natural pearls on each side that graduate so elegantly as the go along the edge, leading to the largest ones in the centre. This small feature of having the pearls graduate in size show just how much thought and time that went into creating this gorgeous brooch. And then set onto that wonderful vibrant blue enamel background are three floral designed sections each set with more rose cut diamonds. With the two side sections having a total of thirteen diamonds, the centre flower section has twenty seven diamonds. All these diamonds come together to total 0.41 carats and highlight not only the brooch, but the individual design and sections that they are set into. Viewing this brooch from the side also shows a most elegant border that itself is so attractive and finishes the brooch of perfectly as looking at this brooch from every angle is just magnificent. To wear a diamond and pearl brooch is special, however to wear one that is over 200 years old is just amazing. Stock# ES8542 Circa: 1810 $5,300
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Antique coral and pearl brooch with a locket section
Here is a very charming and elegant antique coral and pearl brooch with a locket section that has the most elegant soft look thanks to the warm tone to the 15 carat gold, the pearl in the centre and the natural coral in what used to be described as angel skin colour. Made in the 1880’s, the brooch measures 35.5mm across and has the most elegant border that as you move your eye to the centre, there is more detail at every point finishing with the cluster of coral surrounding the pearl. The warm soft tone of the gold matches perfectly with both the coral and the pearl and turning the brooch over reveals a section where a photo can be placed making this so much more personal to the wearer. Perfect for any season, this antique brooch is just perfect and will no doubt continue to get the admiration that it rightly deserves. Stock# ES8447 Circa: 1880 $1,350
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Antique ruby and diamond brooch with a locket compartment
Designed with a horseshoe on the front, this lovely antique ruby and diamond brooch with a locket compartment dates from the late Victorian period of the 1890's and has such a wonderful and rich colour to the gold that is complimented perfectly by both the rubies and the diamonds. Made in 15 carat gold, the brooch is set with four rose cut diamonds and three rubies into the horseshoe, with the most beautiful hand engraved flowers on each side. Even the setting around the rubies and diamonds is so delicate in nature and the overall look and aesthetic appeal of this brooch is just so immense. Measuring 48.9mm across by 23mm, turning the brooch over reveals a locket compartment to make this brooch even more special and personal once a photo of a loved one is placed inside. Perfect for any occasion including a ruby wedding anniversary, this brooch cum locket will always be loved and admired. Stock# ES8481 Circa: 1890 $1,550
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Antique green tourmaline brooch from the Edwardian era
Absolutely perfect for any occasion or time of day, this antique green tourmaline brooch from the Edwardian era will always be loved and admired thanks to its beauty and elegance. Hand made in 15 carat gold in the early 1900's, the brooch measures 27.3mm in diameter and is set with four beautiful tear shaped green tourmalines that are all perfectly matched in colour. Set into the rose gold of the brooch with its scalloped design, this brooch is so elegant and will suit any outfit that it is attached to. Simple, elegant and refined are all perfect words that can be used to describe this perfect brooch. Stock# ES8426 Circa: 1900 $1,200
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Antique Australia brooch made by Willis
It doesn't get more Aussie than this! A wonderful antique Australia brooch made by Willis in the early 1900's. Willis were one of Australia's most prolific jewellers of the late 19th and early 20th century, with pieces by Willis becoming quite sought after. Made in 9ct gold, the gold has a wonderful matte tone and texture to it and measures 51.6mm by 21.5mm and is set with seven seed pearls on the boomerang and designed with a map of Australia with the word "Australia" scrolling across the top. The design on this brooch is so attractive and will be a wonderful conversation starter whenever it is worn. No matter the occasion that this is worn, it will make any Australian woman feel proud to wear this. Stock# ES8230 Maker: Willis Circa: 1900 $Sold
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Gorgeous antique owl brooch set with seed pearls
Here is an absolutely gorgeous antique owl brooch set with seed pearls that has so much charm and character and is destined to always be admired and commented on every single time that it is worn. Made in the early 1900's, it is made in 18 carat yellow gold, with the owl itself being made with a rose gold body, yellow golds wings, and delightful white gold feet. The attention to detail is just wonderful and this will always put a smile on your face every time you look at it. Measuring 46.2mm across, it is highlighted with forty eight seed pearls in a lovely leaf design reminiscent of a branch that the owl is perched on. With a crescent moon symbolising the night, this is as beautiful as it is whimsical. Stock# ES8316 Circa: 1910 $Sold
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Antique ruby and diamond earrings and locket brooch demi parure
Whether the earrings with thee brooch, or perhaps just the earrings on their own, there is little doubt that they will always look so beautiful and elegant when worn. A demi parure is a matching set of jewellery that can be worn together and usually includes two or three pieces, and this Victorian era ruby and diamond earrings and locket brooch demi parure is just spectacular. Made in the Victorian era of the 1880's, this suite is made up of a pair of 15 carat ruby and diamond earrings with a matching 15 carat ruby and diamond brooch that also doubles as a locket. Each earring measures 16.5mm wide by 34mm from the bottom to the very top of the shepherd hooks and are each set with one rose cut diamond and one ruby set amongst a very charming border. These earrings are so comfortable and will be so practical to wear all the time day or night and are fitted on elegant shepherd hooks. And then the matching brooch is also set with rose cut diamonds, in this case there are four and again a lovely vibrant natural ruby. This brooch has another wonderful feature by having a locket compartment on the reverse side. Measuring 44mm across by 31.2mm, this brooch will always look so elegant on any outfit and once combined with the earrings, it will become a magnificent matching suite that will always be admired. Complete with its charming velvet lined box, this is such a wonderful and magical piece of jewellery that will make any woman feel like royalty. Stock# ES8259 Circa: 1880 $2,850
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Irish harp brooch made from bog oak set with rock crystal
Here is a very beautiful and very unique Irish harp brooch made from bog oak and set with rock crystal and highlighted with 15 carat gold that dates form the Victorian period of the 1870's. Bog oak is similar in nature to Whitby Jet in that both are the result of fossilization of trees. Whereas Whitby Jet comes from the Araucaria tree around the town of Whitby in the UK, bog oak comes from Ireland and is not a specific species of tree, rather it is a term that designates oak that has been buried in a peat bog. The process for the formation of both bog oak and Whitby Jet takes hundreds to thousands of years to form and is unlike any other material used in jewellery. It is then befitting that this lovely Irish harp brooch be made from local bog oak. Measuring 44mm by 31mm, the brooch has the strings being made of twisted 15 carat gold as well as the most beautiful and intricate detail along the body of the harp. The detail in the gold work itself is just incredible and then there is a lovely facetted rock crystal which is part of the quartz family, set at the bottom to add even more charm and character to an already incredible piece of jewellery. This antique brooch is truly like no other, and one that will certainly be such a talking point every time that it is worn. Stock# ES8193 Circa: 1870 $2,150
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Antique ruby and pearl brooch dating from the early 1900’s
Here is such a romantic antique ruby and pearl brooch dating from the early 1900's that is so sweet with the two hearts that are resting against one another and set with a love know over the top. This charming brooch was made in 9ct gold in the Edwardian period and measures 45.3mm across by 12.5mm wide at the centre. Set with a pearl and a ruby in the centre of the hearts, if only this brooch could talk about who it was first given to all those years ago. In wonderful condition and so full of character, there is little doubt that this brooch will always bring a smile to your face every time that you put it on. Stock# ES8028 Circa: 1900 $Sold.
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Antique opal, diamond and garnet pendant that converts to a brooch
Here is a stunning antique opal, diamond and garnet pendant that converts to a brooch, and no matter how it is worn, there is little doubt that it will always be admired. Dating from the late Victorian era of the 1890's, it was beautifully hand made in 18ct yellow gold and silver. Silver was used to set the diamonds into as it was known that the yellow from the gold could artificially tint the diamonds yellow and white gold was not yet made around 1910 and platinum was not used in jewellery until about the same time. So ingeniously made to be able to be worn as a brooch or a pendant, when it is worn as a pendant, the brooch fitting on the back is able to be unscrewed and removed to allow it to sit nice and flat against the chest. Measuring 61mm by 45.5mm, this certainly has the dimensions to always get the attention that it rightly deserves. Set with a total of thirty six antique European cut diamonds and four antique rose cut diamonds, the diamonds come together to total 1.47 carats and certainly make this incredible piece sparkle. There are also nine green tsavorite garnets that total 0.68 carats. Whereas garnets are more commonly found in a deep burgundy-red colour, these tsavorite garnets have the most wonderful intense green colour that not only highlights the quality of craftsmanship that went into making this piece over a century ago, but also highlights both the diamonds and opals perfectly. And then there are the two fabulous solid white opals that are the real stars of this piece and look exceptional from near or far. With the lower one measuring 2.90 carats and the top one measuring 5.70 carats, they are so vibrant and are sure to be admired for their wonderful quality. From up close or seeing this from across the room, there is little doubt that this antique pendant cum brooch will always get the attention and admiration that it so rightly deserves. Stock# ES8048 Circa: 1890 $15,800
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