Here is a wonderful antique "Australia" brooch set with a kookaburra made by one of Australia's most famous early jewellers, Duggin, Shappere & Co in the early 1900's.
Measuring 5.5cm in length and made in 9 carat gold, the brooch is set with fifteen seed pearls with an additional seed pearl in the kookaburra's eye. The kookaburra has so much charm and character as does the font itself of the word "Australia".
Fitted with a safety chain for added security, this is such an amazing antique brooch that is as Aussie as it gets.
Stock# ES8879
Maker: Duggin, Shappere & Co
Circa: 1910
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Antique Australia brooch with a kookaburra made by Duggin, Shappere & Co
Duggin Shappere and Co were one of Australia’s most prolific and famous jewellery firms starting in Melbourne in 1896. Founded by H Duggin and P Shappere; they became well known for Australian themed jewellery as well as other high end pieces set with diamonds and opals among other precious gemstones. The Great Depression took a toll on this prestigious Australian company, and they closed their doors in 1929, however in their brief time, they produced highly collectable jewellery that is so sought after today. Their jewellery was marked with an anchor symbol.
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