This beautiful hair accessory most likely dates from the late Victorian era.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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The Details...
This hair pin is constructed from celluloid. It features at its top square, faceted panels of red Vauxhall glass. These are claw set onto a gilded metal back and assembled into a star design. This decorative top to the hair pin is set upon a hinge, so that its position can be changed. The hair pin measures 10cm x 3cm. The diameter of the star is 3cm.
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A Short History...
In the 19th century, numerous glassworks were established in Vauxhall, South London. They produced jewellery and hair accessories which featured glass panels in intense, highly reflective hues. The most popular colours were reds, blacks, whites and purples. This hair comb is a typical example of Vauxhall glass jewellery, especially because star motifs were a popular choice for manufacturers.
Wear it With...
In excellent condition, this hair comb is perfect for a collector or for someone looking for a special occasion accessory.
The jewellery within the Gemma Redmond Vintage collection has survived to this day because it has been well cared for throughout its lifetime. It is important to continue to care for the jewellery that you buy from us to ensure its continued preservation. Here are some suggestions:
- Be sure to store your jewellery within the boxes that we provide to ensure that it is protected. This is especially important when travelling with your pieces.
- Try not to get perfume or hairspray on your items. These liquids can damage the materials that our jewellery is made from.
- Try not to drop your jewellery or catch your jewellery against hard surfaces. If this happens over time, the findings and fixings can loosen and wear.
- Try not to get your jewellery wet. Some costume jewellery manufacturers utilised water soluble glue in the making of their pieces. Getting your jewellery wet could cause rhinestones and other details to fall away over time.
- If you wish to clean your jewellery, use a soft polishing cloth or a soft brush.
This evocative 1920s buckle exudes Art Deco style.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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So typical of its time, this bag was created in France in the 1920s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - The internal fastening catch of the bag has been re-glued at some point. This is barely visible. It does not detract from the overall appeal of the piece and the bag still functions well.
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This pretty and shimmering buckle by the renowned Piel Frères company dates from c.1920.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A little darkening to a couple of the paste stones. This is consistent with age, only apparent upon close inspection and does not detract from the overall appeal of the piece.
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So typical of its time, this bag was created in the 1920s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - The clasp needs a good push to close. But, once secured, it stays in place through use.
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This lovely buckle was sourced in France and features bright paste stones.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This wonderful bag dates from the mid to late 19th century. It is in lovely condition for its age.
Condition Report:
Good - There is some wear and darkening to the lining of the bag, bead loss in a couple of tiny areas around the frame and slight oxidisation to the handle. This does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This stylish clutch bag is Art Deco in style. However, it dates from the 1970s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some fading to the surface colour and a little scratching to the leather. These minor issues do not detract from the overall appeal of the bag.
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This beautiful hair accessory was created in the Edwardian era.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A tiny element of ageing to one paste stone. This is only apparent upon close inspection and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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So typical of its time, this bag was created in the 1920s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A tiny element of foxing to the surface of the internal mirror. This is consistent with age and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This lovely buckle features a wonderfully typical original Art Nouveau design.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A little dulling to the gilded metal surface. This is consistent with age, but does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This lovely buckle was sourced in France and features elegant Guilloché enamel detailing.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This stylish box bag was made by the English Bagcraft company in the 1940s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some minor tarnishing to the metal and tiny stains to the bag's lining. These minor issues do not detract from the overall appeal of the bag and are only apparent upon very close examination.
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This sweet clutch bag dates from the Art Deco era.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A couple of tiny areas of bead loss on the strap on the reverse of the bag and a little staining to the interior lining of the bag. These factors do not detract from the appeal or usability of the piece.
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This evocative 1920s buckle exudes Art Deco style.
Condition Report:
Very Good - One claw is missing from the setting of one glass panel. This is only apparent upon very close inspection and does not detract from the appeal and functionality of the piece.
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This beautiful hair accessory was created in the Edwardian era.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A small crack in the celluloid, which has been glued and repaired. This is only apparent upon close inspection and is not visible when worn because it is behind the paste motif.
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This belt buckle dates from the 1930s and was made in France. It features collectible mirror glass.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Elements of oxidisation to the metal findings on the reverse. This is consistent with age and use.
This beautiful hair accessory most likely dates from the late Victorian era.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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