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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
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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 $2,400
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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
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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 $Sold
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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 $Sold.
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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
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Magnificent large antique agate brooch from the Victorian era
The warm natural earthy colours that come from the agate set into this brooch match so well with the rich golden yellow from its 18 carat yellow gold mount, making this a truly sensational brooch that will always be admired from near or far. Made in the 1870's, the dimensions of this brooch are so wonderful and large. Measuring 61.9mm across by 57.5mm, not only is the agate and mount eight sided, but the sides all have a wonderful soft concave shape to the them. This not only gives the brooch a more softer look to it, but it would have also increased the complexity of making this brooch well over 100 years ago. Whereas if the agate was carved and polished to having eight straight sides along with the mount, then setting the two together would have been quite easy. Having the curved edges to the agate and mount, would have made this exponentially more difficult to cut and make for the two to be set together, however when looking at the brooch again with this in mind, you really can see that it was worth the effort as the final result is a truly magnificent brooch. Then to complete the perfection of the brooch, each side of the mount was made with the most elegant and refined scroll design that just finishes the brooch off perfectly. From every aspect that you look and admire this brooch, it really showcases the quality of jewellery that was made during this time. Stock # ES9858 Circa: 1870 $2,650
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Elegant diamond brooch made in platinum in the Art Deco period
This is such a stylish diamond brooch that is so typical of the elegance of the Art Deco era of the 1920's when it was made. Made entirely in platinum, the brooch measures 7cm by 0.5cm wide and is highlighted with beautiful hand engraving on the side. Set with twelve single cut diamonds that total 0.72 carats, which are all highlighted by twenty six rose cut diamonds that total 0.13 carats and adds so much extra sparkle as well as highlighting the quality of this brooch. Easily able to be worn horizontal or at an angle, this is a magnificent brooch that will always look so elegant and refined. Stock# ES9846 Circa: 1920 $3,300
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Antique demi parure made in the Victorian era of the 1870’s
A demi parure is the term given to a matching suite of jewellery such as this demi parure brooch and earring set that was made in the Victorian era in the 1870's. So exquisite to admire from near or far, the brooch and earrings were made in 15 carat gold, with the the colour of the gold having such a beautiful warm glow to it that highlights the intricate detail on both the brooch and earrings. The earrings measure 19.8mm across by 50.8mm or 55.7mm to the very top of the long and secure shepherd hooks and with the tassel sections swaying elegantly as you move, these will add such an alluring charm to an already stunning pair of earrings. With the matching brooch that measures 42.3mm across by 68mm, it also has the tassel at the bottom, and like the earrings, there is a very elegant vertical section that is set with natural seed pearls and highlighted by a border of blue enamel. The work on the gold section of all the pieces is truly amazing to admire and made all the more amazing when one considers the fact that this special suite was made 150 years ago. Worn together or separately, there is no doubt that this suite of jewellery will always be admired and appreciated for the elegance and style that it exudes and will no doubt become a treasured family heirloom. Stock# ES9840 Circa: 1870 $11,500
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Antique natural pearl and paste bee brooch made by Willis
The detail in this brooch is just so wonderful to admire from afar and gets all the more beautiful the closer you get. Made in 15 carat rose gold by the early Australian jewellery company, Willis and Sons in the early 1900's, the brooch depicts a bee that is set with not only seed pearls on the wings as well as at each end of the brooch, but also a gorgeous natural pearl as its body. Highlighted with blue paste as well that adds a gorgeous additional colour, the brooch measures 53.2mm across by 15.2mm wide at its widest part in the centre. Destined to always get the attention that it rightly deserves, this brooch will always look perfect on any outfit. Stock# ES9052 Maker: Willis & Sons. Circa: 1910 $1,950
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Antique heart shaped amethyst brooch set in 18 carat gold
This antique brooch dates from the early 1900's and is so charming with the heart shaped amethyst in the centre, that it is sure to always be admired and loved. Made in 18 carat gold, the brooch measures 50.4mm across by 12.3mm at the centre, the amethyst really stands out so beautifully and looks wonderful being claw set to all the natural light dance through the stone. With a charming scroll design on each side to lift the design further, this is a very sweet and elegant brooch that will be perfect for any outfit. Stock# R855 Circa: 1900 $625
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