Beautiful and symbolic, this brooch was created in the Victorian era.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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The Details...
This brooch is constructed from a copper and zinc alloy, perhaps Tombak or Pinchbeck. It is set with flat cut Garnets, teardrop shaped Garnets and rose cut Garnets. The brooch features a Forget-Me-Not motif. The brooch fastens with a 'C' clasp and the fastening pin is attached to the brooch with a tube hinge. The brooch measures 2.5cm in diameter.
A Short History...
Flora and fauna were used extensively in Victorian symbolic jewellery. Perhaps the most popular flower motif was the five petalled Forget-Me-Not. It was chosen to symbolise both eternal love and remembrance. This dual meaning meant that the flower could be included in both romantic jewels and mourning jewellery.
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 beautiful brooch/pendant was created in the mid to late 1800s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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Stylish and symbolic, this brooch was created the mid to late 1800s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This lovely brooch is a elegant example of Art Nouveau carved horn jewellery. It comes with its original box.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This pretty brooch dates from the early 1900s. The central motif is a lady styled so typically for the era in which this piece was made.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A faint and short hairline crack at the top of the brooch. This does not affect the strength or appeal of the brooch.
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This pretty brooch dates from the early 1900s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This shimmering celestial brooch was created in the late 1800s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This whimsical brooch features an intricately decorated bug and dates from the Victorian era.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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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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These stylish pins are unsigned, but beautiful.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This brooch is a beautiful example of the 1920s silver. It was most likely made by the German Theodor Fahrner company.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This delightful brooch features a petite floral motif and was created in the 1940s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This bright and striking brooch is a lovely example of bold 1940s jewellery design.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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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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A beautifully designed late 1960s brooch featuring shimmering stones.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This pretty and fine micro mosaic brooch was created in Italy in the 1950s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some wear to the brass reverse. This is only visible upon very close inspection and does not detract from the overall appeal of the piece.
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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 stylish and glamorous ring was created by Henkel and Grossé in Germany in the 1980s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A little darkening to the plating on the band of the ring. This is where the ring has been adjusted in size over time and is not visible when the ring is worn.
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This stylish parure was created in the 1980s. It features a brooch and clip on earrings.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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Beautiful and symbolic, this brooch was created in the Victorian era.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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