Early Twentieth Century Ivy Leaf Silver Earrings
These simple, yet unusual, silver earrings display an ivy leaf design, putting us in mind of the Art Nouveau styles of the late nineteenth and early twentieth century. The popularity and influence of the Art Nouveau movement was noticeable in a wide variety of fields, including architecture,...
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| Goldtone Brooch by Henkel & Grosse, Germany, 1968
This bold brooch stands out for its gleaming goldtone finish, and its curved and textured appearance! Although the design and decoration are simple in style, the brooch's relatively large size and domed shape undoubtedly give it eyecatching impact. It also carries a maker's name known for high...
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| c1920s Fringe Necklace with Blue Glass Drops
The most striking feature of this necklace is its fringe of glass drops in a powerful shade of blue! We surmise that it was made during the 1920s, but it may actually date to the earlier years of the twentieth century. The upper section of the necklace consists of a simple chain and clasp of...
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| c1930s Necklace with Red and Black Glass Beads
This unusual necklace charms with its bright colouring and variety of decorative detail! It features red beads, some of which are smooth whilst others are faceted. The most eyecatching example is the single bead at the centre of the necklace - this is embellished with green and pink textured...
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1940s/1950s Brooch with Aquamarine-coloured Drop
This brooch captures the attention with its beautiful, aquamarine-coloured glass drop! This is held within a gleaming, silvertone metal frame, and the drop's faceted edges generate sparkling effects as it catches the light. The open-backed design of the frame also allows light through the drop,...
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| c1960s Rhinestone Flower Brooch by Sphinx
This glamorous brooch impresses with its combination of gleaming goldtone metal and sparkling clear rhinestones! It bears the name of British jewellery company 'Sphinx', whose designs were renowned for their bold shapes and use of eyecatching glass stones. This floral brooch is a relatively large...
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c1930s Necklace with Ladybird Decoration
When we first caught sight of this highly unusual necklace, we thought that it incorporated glass beads in the form of Egyptian scarabs - when we took a closer look, we decided the beads represent ladybirds! This is the first time we have found ladybirds featured within a vintage necklace; in...
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| c1930s Art Deco Dress Clip With Clear Rhinestones
We think this glittering dress clip would look spectacular attached to the neckline of a black evening outfit! Although there is no hallmark, the metal has the appearance of silver. The pierced front of the clip is covered with round, clear rhinestones, which have an eyecatching sparkle as...
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