These wonderful cut steel earrings date from the Georgian era and were originally buttons.
Condition Report:
Very Good - One claw on the setting in the centre of the earring is slightly bent. This is only apparent upon very close inspection and does not detract from the appeal of the earrings.
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The Details...
These earrings were made in the Georgian era and were originally buttons. They were converted into earrings in the late 1800s to early 1900s and attach to the ears with a screw-back mechanism. They feature multi-faceted cut steel studs, assembled onto a steel framework. At the centre of each earring is an emerald green enamelled cabochon detailed with silver stars and a gold Fleur de Lis motif. The cabochons are mounted in a claw setting. The diameter of each earring is 2.5cm.
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A Short History...
From the late 1700s through to the late 1800s, cut steel was a highly popular material in jewellery and accessory manufacture. It sparkled like diamonds, but was less expensive. It catered for a middle class of jewel enthusiast. It was a particularly coveted material in French society with Napoleon's second Empress, Marie-Louise, commissioning sets made out of cut steel. She made it very fashionable indeed.
Wear it With...
Pair these earrings with a green linen shirt worn with a crisp white t-shirt and jeans.
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.
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Condition Report:
Excellent
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Condition Report:
Excellent
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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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Condition Report:
Excellent
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Condition Report:
Excellent
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Condition Report:
Excellent
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Condition Report:
Excellent
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Condition Report:
Very Good - A tiny element of darkening to a couple of the paste stones and a little rubbing to the enamel on the antennae and legs of the bees. This is consistent with age and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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Condition Report:
Excellent
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Condition Report:
Very Good - Some rubbing to the metallic highlighting on the brooch. This is consistent with age and use and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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Condition Report:
Excellent
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Condition Report:
Excellent
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Condition Report:
Very Good - Slight darkening to the fastening pin on the brooch. This is consistent with age and use and not visible when worn.
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Condition Report:
Very Good - Minor rubbing to the surface of the earrings in a couple of places. This is only visible upon very close inspection and does not detract from the overall appeal of the piece.
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Condition Report:
Excellent
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Condition Report:
Excellent
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These wonderful cut steel earrings date from the Georgian era and were originally buttons.
Condition Report:
Very Good - One claw on the setting in the centre of the earring is slightly bent. This is only apparent upon very close inspection and does not detract from the appeal of the earrings.
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