This chic brooch was created by Marcel Boucher in the mid-1940s.
Condition Report:
Good - Some rubbing to the plating. This is consistent with age and is only apparent upon close inspection. It does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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The Details...
This brooch is constructed from gold plated sterling metal. It features a bow motif and is accented with small, round, colourless rhinestones. The brooch fastens with a traditional safety catch and the fastening pin is attached to the brooch with a round hinge. The brooch features on its reverse the Phrygian cap mark with an 'MB' (for Marcel Boucher) below it (although this has worn over time). There is also a faint serial number - we can identify the first two numbers of this as being '23' - and this dates the brooch to 1945 or 1946. The brooch is also stamped 'STERLING' and 'PAT.PEND'. The brooch measures 6.5cm x 4cm.
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A Short History...
Known for his sophisticated and bold designs, Marcel Boucher is considered one of the most important costume jewellery creators of the twentieth century. Born in France, he moved to New York and became an apprentice designer for Cartier. But, as the Great Depression began, Boucher lost his job with Cartier and began work as a costume jeweller, transferring his skills from fine to imitation pieces. However, it is important to note that whilst the materials he worked with changed, the quality of his design and production remained the same. This brooch is a fabulous example of a Boucher piece that echos the style of high end fine jewels, but is constructed from imitation materials.
Wear it With...
Pair this brooch with a crisp white t-shirt and navy blue blazer.
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 brooch dates from the 1920s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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A stylish piece by the German costume jewellers Henkel and Grossé, this brooch was created in 1970.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A little rubbing to the surface of the gold plating. This is consistent with age and use and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This elegant c.1900 brooch evokes the soft lines and elegance so typical of the Art Nouveau era.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A little fading to the brightness of a couple of the paste stones. This is consistent with age and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This brooch is a lovely example of the 1930s geometric enamel jewellery. It bears a strong resemblance to pieces designed by the German Theodor Fahrner company.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This evocative and dramatic brooch was made in the 1920s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This striking dress clip was created c.1930.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some darkening to a couple of paste stones. This is only visible upon very close inspection and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This brooch is a lovely example of vintage marcasite jewellery.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This pretty brooch features an elaborate floral design and was created in the 1940s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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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:
Excellent
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This elegant example of 1940s design is an unsigned beauty.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some minor oxidisation to the metal surface underneath two petals. This is only visible upon close inspection and cannot be seen when the brooch is worn.
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This pretty brooch dates from the 1930s.
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 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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Featuring delicate and pretty glass flowers, this brooch dates from the 1950s and was created in France by the Louis Rousselet company.
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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So evocative of Art Deco French design, this double brooch features bold green Galalith.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some darkening/rubbing to the metal in a couple of small areas. This is consistent with age, but does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This chic brooch was created by Marcel Boucher in the mid-1940s.
Condition Report:
Good - Some rubbing to the plating. This is consistent with age and is only apparent upon close inspection. It does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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