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This outstanding and rare hair accessory dates from the late Georgian to the early Victorian era.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A tiny element of darkening to a couple of the paste stones nearest to the crescent motif. This is consistent with age and is only apparent upon very close inspection. It does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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The Details...
Although un-hallmarked, this hair pin tests as having some silver content. It features a celestial inspired design detailed with a crescent and a shooting star or comet. The piece is hand set with round, hand cut and faceted colourless paste stones. Most of the stones are open-back mounted. The design is mounted upon a hinged triple-pronged gilded metal pin. The design measures 8.5cm x 4cm and the pins are 8.5cm in length.
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A Short History...
In the mid to late 18th century there was much advancement in the design and construction of telescopes thanks to astronomers, such as Sir William Herschel. These developments combined with night skies that were largely free of light pollution resulted in an abundance of comet sightings. Indeed, Herschel's sister Caroline held the record for the number of comets discovered by a woman (eight) until 1987. The appearance of Halley's Comet in 1759 and 1835 was particularly greeted with enthusiasm. A 'comet mania' gripped the Georgians and Victorians, influencing many aspects of the arts including jewellery design and this celestial fascination can be seen in this hair comb from the period.
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 and stylish bag was created in the 1920s.
Condition Report:
Good - Some rubbing to the devoré velvet exterior of the bag and wear to the chain handle. This is consistent with age and use and does not detract from the overall appeal of the piece.
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This lovely buckle was sourced in France and features bright paste stones.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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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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Featuring an evocative Arts and Crafts design, this lovely buckle dates from the early 1900s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some loss to enamel in a couple of tiny areas. This is only visible upon very close inspection and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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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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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 set of hair combs dates from the 1960s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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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 evocative 1920s buckle exudes Art Deco style.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This elegant clutch bag dates from the Art Deco era.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some minor staining to the interior lining of the bag. This is only visible when the bag is opened and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This evocative 1920s buckle exudes Art Deco style.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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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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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 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 stylish hair accessory was created in the 1960s in France. It is highly reminiscent of the work of Line Vautrin.
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 outstanding and rare hair accessory dates from the late Georgian to the early Victorian era.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A tiny element of darkening to a couple of the paste stones nearest to the crescent motif. This is consistent with age and is only apparent upon very close inspection. It does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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