The turquoise and pearls set into this brooch work so perfectly as a colour combination that is highlighted further by the warm tone from the 9 carat rose gold as well as the design of the brooch itself.
Made by the early Australian jewellery firm Duggin, Shappere & Co in the early 1900's, the brooch measures 28.5mm in diameter and is set with three pieces of natural turquoise as well as six seed pearls, three of which are set into a gorgeous star shaped setting.
The beautiful flowing design of the brooch as well as its size will so easily allow this brooch to be worn on any outfit day or night and always look perfect.
As charming today as when it was made over a century ago, this antique brooch is just perfect.
Stock# T518
Maker: Duggin Shappere and Co
Circa: 1900
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Antique turquoise and pearl brooch by Duggin Shappere and Co
This antique brooch was made in 9 carat rose gold. The colour of gold can be altered by adding various other allows to the gold such as copper to produce a rose gold or pink gold. While often thought of as the same, today much of the rose gold has actually quite a strong pink colour as opposed to a more softer and somewhat warm tone of the earlier rose gold.
A brief history on 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 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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