This beautiful brooch is emblematic of early twentieth century elegance. It was created by the German Martin Mayer company.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A little darkening to a couple of the paste stones. This only visible on very close inspection and is consistent with age and use. It does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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The Details...
This brooch is constructed from silver. It is stamped 935 on its reverse. The brooch features a winged heart design and suspended from this is a floral inspired pendant. It is set with small and large, round, colourless paste stones. The brooch fastens using a 'C' catch and the pin is fitted to the brooch with a round hinge. The brooch measures 3.5cm x 5cm. The reverse of the brooch features the Martin Mayer stamp - a wheel with a star above it.
A Short History...
The winged heart motif, as can be seen in this beautiful brooch, was a highly popular design in Victorian jewellery creation. It was used to symbolise triumphant love or love taking flight. As it is an elegant and romantic motif, its popularity continued into the Edwardian era when symbols of love in jewellery were still prevalent.
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 brooch is a beautiful example of the 1930s silver work of the German Theodor Fahrner company.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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These pretty dress clips were most likely created in 1930s Austria.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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These stylish pins are unsigned, but beautiful.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This elegant brooch was created in the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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A beautifully designed and quality constructed Late 1950s fur clip. This piece is highly likely to have been created for a French couture house.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This beautiful brooch is emblematic of the evocative 1920s Egyptian Revival aesthetic.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Slight rubbing to the pharaoh's headdress, nose and chest. This is consistent with age and use and only visible upon very close inspection.
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This dramatic and vibrant brooch is a piece from the Juliana range of jewellery created by the Delizza and Elster company in the 1960s,
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This elegant brooch was created in the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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Stylish and evocative, this brooch was registered as silver plated on 13th February 1867.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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A beautifully designed late 1960s brooch featuring shimmering stones.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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Featuring an unusual and evocative design, this dress clip dates from the 1930s and was created in France by Jean Painlevé.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some surface scratching to the metal and black plastic. This does not detract from the overall appeal of the piece.
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Featuring lustrous faux pearls and vibrant colours, this brooch dates from the 1950s and was created in France by Louis Rousselet.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some wear to the gilt metal revers and faux pearl surface. This is only visible upon very close inspection and does not detract from the overall appeal of the piece.
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This elegant swivel brooch dates from the Victorian era and can be worn as a pendant too.
Condition Report:
Excellent - The locket is in excellent overall condition. However, there is some tearing to the surface of one of the photographs.
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This lovely example of 1980s gold tone styling is by Monet - a classic design from a classic costume jewellery designer.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This beautiful brooch was created in c.1910 by the German high quality costume jewellery maker, Knoll and Pregizer.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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Pretty and rare, this brooch was created in Limoges, France, in the 1950s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This beautiful brooch is emblematic of early twentieth century elegance. It was created by the German Martin Mayer company.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A little darkening to a couple of the paste stones. This only visible on very close inspection and is consistent with age and use. It does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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