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Antique c1910 Large Art Nouveau Suffragette Brooch
Archives: Estate Jewelry: Costume: Rhinestone Pre 1920: item #537002
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When green, violet and white appear together on historic jewelry, this unusual color combination typically signifies that the piece was first owned by a member of the Suffragette movement -- for whom green represented hope, purple signified dignity and white stood for purity. The language we associate with "regard" jewelry applied, too: The "G" of green, "W" of white and "V" of violet comprised an abbreviation for Give Women (the) Vote. All this seems cryptic now, but was clearly understood by e... Click for details
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Fine Czech Enamel & Sapphire Crystal Earrings c1920
Archives: Estate Jewelry: Costume: Rhinestone Pre 1920: item #478004
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What a romantic pair of antique dangle earrings these are - and perfect to complement the blue fashions so stylish today! They can't reasonably be later than 1920, since so much Edwardian and Art Nouveau influence is present in the intricate filigree metalwork, which is lovely even on the backs. Notice the scrolling shapes and beaded details, as well as the curvy flower petal motif enameled in sapphire blue to match the heavenly emerald-cut stones, which anticipate Art Deco geometry. ... Click for details
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Fine Art Deco Enamel Rhinestone Bracelet
Archives: Estate Jewelry: Costume: Rhinestone Pre 1920: item #123034
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This is one of the most luscious vintage costume jewelry bracelets I've ever seen! Dating is almost certainly Deco, but it's totally in the Edwardian spirit of refined femininity. Against the black enamel on this exquisite hinged bangle, white rhinestones sparkle like stars. The central decoration, an impressive star-flower form, is extended on both sides by a graceful "vine" of tiny crystals. The safety chain and underlying metal are probably gilded brass. The bracelet's shape is slightly oval,... Click for details
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