These beautiful brooches have been created from a pair of Georgian shoe buckles.
Condition Report:
Very Good - One of the 'C' clasps is smaller than the other in this pair of brooches. This is perhaps due to a repair, but the clasp still works well and is secure.
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The Details...
These brooches are constructed from silver tone metal. Each is a horseshoe motif and is detailed with a floral design. The design is set with small, round, colourless paste stones. Each brooch fastens with a 'C' clasp and the fastening pin is fitted to each brooch with a tube hinge. Each brooch measures 4.75cm x 4cm.
A Short History...
As mentioned, these brooches have been created by converting a pair of Georgian shoe buckles. The conversion was most likely done in the Victorian or Edwardian era, as a tube hinge is used for the brooches' pins and this type of hinge was only really used on pre-twentieth century pieces.
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.
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 stylish 1940s brooch was made in France by Henry à la Pensée.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This stylish brooch was created by Kramer of New York in the 1950s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A tiny element of clouding to a couple of rhinestones due to age. This does not detract from the appeal of the piece and is only visible upon very close inspection.
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This shimmering brooch was created in the mid to late 1800s in Czechoslovakia.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This interesting clip features a high quality and intricate design and was created in the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Good - A tiny chip to the corner of two of the baguette stones. This is only visible upon close examination with a magnifying glass. It is consistent with age and use and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This elegant brooch was created in the mid to late 1800s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A tiny piece of the granulation (gilded metal beading) is missing from the design. This is only apparent upon very close examination and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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A beautifully designed and quality constructed 1950s brooch. This piece was possibly created for a French couture house, most likely by Roger Scemama.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some loss to the coating in a couple of areas on the faux pearl drops. This is only visible upon close inspection and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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So very Deco, this dress clip dates from the late 1930s and is an early creation by Trifari.
Condition Report:
Wearable - A number of the rhinestones have begun to darken with age. However, the piece still sparkles. It is collectable and a great design.
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This brooch is the ultimate expression of early Art Deco design. Of impeccable quality and in outstanding condition, it was created in French and features rare melon cut glass.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This beautifully designed 1950s brooch is a high quality and striking piece.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A little rubbing to the japanned metal reverse of the brooch. This is consistent with age. It is not visible when the piece is being worn and is only apparent upon very close inspection.
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A beautifully designed late 1960s brooch featuring shimmering stones.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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A beautifully designed and quality constructed 1950s brooch. This piece was doubtlessly created for a French couture house, most likely by Roger Scemama or possibly by Roger Jean Pierre.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This rare brooch is emblematic of the Egyptian Revival aesthetic and dates from the late Victorian or early Edwardian era.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This pretty brooch dates from the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This pretty brooch was created c.1900.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A couple of the green paste stones in this piece are perhaps later replacements. However, this does not detract from the appeal of the brooch and they are very much in keeping.
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This stylish fur clip was created in c.1940 by the American Eisenberg company.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A little clouding to the larger rhinestones. This is consistent with age and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This chic brooch was created in Paris in the 1980s by Celine T. Saxe.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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These beautiful brooches have been created from a pair of Georgian shoe buckles.
Condition Report:
Very Good - One of the 'C' clasps is smaller than the other in this pair of brooches. This is perhaps due to a repair, but the clasp still works well and is secure.
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