Early to Mid 1800s Cut Steel Arrow and Serpent Antique Brooch

    £195.00

    This well preserved and rare example of cut steel jewellery dates from the early to mid 1800s.  

    Condition Report:

    Excellent

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    The Details...

    This brooch is created from multi-faceted cut steel studs, assembled onto a steel framework. They form an arrow design entwined by a serpent. The fastening pin is attached to the brooch with a tube hinge and the brooch fastens using a 'C' catch. The brooch measures 6cm x 1cm.

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    A Short History...

    From the late 1700s through to the late 1800s, cut steel was a highly popular material in jewellery manufacture. It sparkled like diamonds, but was less expensive. It catered for a middle class of jewel enthusiast. It was a particularly coveted material in French society with Napoleon's second Empress, Marie-Louise, commissioning sets made out of cut steel. She made it very fashionable indeed. 

    Wear it With...

    Brooches are an exceptionally simple way to add instant vintage styling to any look and interest to plain materials. Pin this piece onto a hat, lapel, collar, cuff, scarf, sleeve, waistline or bag - wear alone or with a selection. 

    Product Details

    BR616

    Data sheet

    Era
    Georgian
    Occasion
    Smart Casual
    Style
    Inspired by Nature
    Colour
    Silver

    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.

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