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Our jewelry meets tough standards of condition, quality and old world craftsmanship. Each piece is guaranteed by our twenty-four years of experience and research. We are passionate about our work. Our services include one on one personal advice, jewelry care instructions, and repair service and advice. We will furnish you with the history of each piece and its condition. Your selection and purchase history will always remain private. We are available seven days a week, from 8 A.M. until 10 P.M.

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Our priority is for you to have pleasure with your purchase. We guarantee each piece to be as we represent it. We give you the circa date, and the condition of the jewel. If in the rare instance we have made an error, you are entitled to return the piece to us. We require that you notify us first, by phone or email, within 24 hours of your receipt of the item. Then mail the item to us by registered mail, insured for its full value, within four business days of your receipt of that item. All items must be returned in exactly the condition that they were in whey they left our shop. Pieces altered in any way cannot be returned. Alterations include damages, chips, dents, breakage, polishing, engraving and sizing or any other action that has changed the original condition.

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Elegant Berlin Iron Mesh and Necklace Catalogue: Estate Jewelry: Other Metals: Pre 1837 VR   item# 1125132 (stock# #3251)  click for details Glorious Antique Jewelry 646 778 1266 Contact Dealer  An elegant. early Berlin Iron necklace that lays gracefully on the body as garlands of iron chain drape classical cameos around the neck. The mesh bands and cameos are finished with gold. Each cameo is an oval of approximately one inch in width. Pictured within the gold frames are cupid playing a lyre while seated on a running lion, a woman reclining in a chariot, and a staunch guard on horseback. A feminine and rare necklace of light weight, captivating inside an open crisp white shirt or worn for occasions. Perfect condition. Germany

Geiss Berlin Iron Leaves of Lace Necklace Catalogue: Estate Jewelry: Other Metals: Pre 1837 VR   item# 1114647 (stock# #3232)  click for details Glorious Antique Jewelry 646 778 1266 Contact Dealer  As an investment, Berlin Iron is a class of jewelry that is as good as gold. It was made in the late 18th and early 19th century. The value of fine pieces has increased since its creation and continues to increase today. This necklace of weightless and graceful leaves is a magnificent example of the genre. It was made by Geiss for the German people during the Napoleonic campaign, Germany was running out of money due to the long, hard war. The treasury turned to the people for help and requested aristocratic gold jewelry be donated for the war effort. In return, iron factories produced iron jewelry to give the donors for their patriotism. Artistry in iron bracelets,necklaces and earrings were made. Europeans outside of Germany wanted such jewels as well. Dukes and Counts were asked to bring back Berlin Iron for their lady friends. Today, Berlin Iron in perfect condition is scarce and in museum collections. This necklace is a treasure. See the period of manufacture and this design documented in "Cut Steel and Iron Jewelry" written by Anne Clifford, page 73, plate III. It remains in perfect condition. Other examples of Berlin Iron can be found on this web site.

Gossamer Berlin Iron Butterfly Earrings Catalogue: Estate Jewelry: Other Metals: Pre 1837 VR   item# 1113417 (stock# #3229)  click for details Glorious Antique Jewelry 646 778 1266 ON HOLD  Few jewels from the early 1800's can be attributed to their creator. Perhaps it is because Berlin Iron is rare, and few examples are extent outside of museums, that it is possible to follow the workmanship of this pair and to attribute them to Schinkel, a great architect who was awarded multiple medals and honors by his country. As true of most Berlin Iron, these jewels were given as a replacement for the donation of gold to the german treasury. The earrings are weightless. Delicate and glamourous they appear to be lace. The telltale Schinkel form of a butterfly is at center while at bottom we see the girandole triple drops. All parts of the earrings are original making the pair museum worthy. Ear wires close in the front and at the client's request can be changed to shepherds hooks.

Georgian Chrysanthemum Hair Combs Catalogue: Estate Jewelry: Other Metals: Pre 1837 VR   item# 1109034 (stock# #3236)  click for details Glorious Antique Jewelry 646 778 1266 Sold with thanks.  All women feel beautiful with flowers in their hair. These multi-layered petals have a tactile quality that won me over. Made of Pinchbeck, through the alchemy of Sir Christopher or his son, they date back to c.1800 England. Christopher Pinchbect was a London watchmaker, who succeeded in gaining wealth and noteriety by creating the first and only permanent gold imitation that did not change color, rub away or tarnish. Another feature of pinchbeck is that it is light in weight and comfortable. No other jewelers could imitate the formula and believe me, they tried. Pinchbeck has a secure place in jewelry history as it was not made over a long period and is therefore scarce. Our web site has other examples of Pinchbeck in the form of long chains. These chrysanthemum ornaments are in excellent condition. Mums are 1 3/4 in diameter and total hair pin length is 4 3/4 inches Price

Love an Soul: Berlin Iron Bracelets Catalogue: Estate Jewelry: Other Metals: Pre 1837 VR   item# 1095718 (stock# #3243)  click for details Glorious Antique Jewelry 646 778 1266 SOLD, MANY THANKS  Berlin Iron jewelry has been expensive in Germany and has been increasing in value through the ages. Presently its value continues to escalate. In superb condition, Berlin Iron is an investment in the past and for the future as it is most rare indeed. There will not be more of this historic jewelry. At Glorious, we purchase the finest examples of 19th century Berlin Iron jewelry whenever we have the opportunity and only when it comes to us in fine condition. It is always exciting and always a treat when we acquire a piece. Most iron jewelry is on view in museums in Germany, France and in the Victoria and Albert in London. Berlin Iron jewels were made for citizens of Germany and later of France when they gave their gold for iron to support the treasury of their countries during the Napoleonic wars. These wars drained the countries of supplies and money. People were proud of their good citizenship. In Great Britain, iron jewelry was sought after, prized and considered au courant. We know that the peak of production seems to have been from 1813 to 1815. Once the war was over, the jewelry was desired for its beauty and its fashion. Production continued in the 19th century. Fine iron jewelry was dependent on the skill of the person who designed and made the individual molds. Good casting was required and the key to fine jewels. The pieces were sharpened in detail and then lacquered. The striking beauty depended on contrast of the positive and negative space. When worn on skin or over a white shirt or sweater sleeve, the patterns pop and are striking, beautiful and dramatic. We have now two bracelets with oval iinks in which there is a flower and vine corsage. Iron ovals form semi circles around each larger oval frame. The classical iron cameo portrait clasps of Cupid and Psyche are encircled with the a related design. Winged Cupid carries a bow. Winged Psyche has long curled hair and a long goddess neck. This mythical couple has always been the symbol of the soul guided by love. The bracelets are generous in size and can be clasped together to form a choker. The condition is of both bracelets is superb. Germany. Measurements: Length: 7 3/4 inches each. Height of links 1 3/4 inches. Clasp is 2 inches high.

Rare 19th Century Berlin Iron Earrings Catalogue: Estate Jewelry: Other Metals: Pre 1837 VR   item# 1082574  click for details Glorious Antique Jewelry 646 778 1266 Contact Dealer   The iron vines interweave with each other to form the shape of these rare Berlin Iron earrings documented in the earliest research by Anne Clifford on page 83 of the book "Cut Steel and Berlin Iron Jewellry". Iron jewelry such as this was made in the late eighteenth and early nineteenth century. Napoleon's armies battled hard and long with Germany in the desire to enlarge their empire. Both the German and French treasuries were greatly diminished and the war continued. The German Government went to the populace for gold, promising them iron jewelry in its place. Napoleon later stole the iron molds from German factories and ordered his jewelers to execute designs in iron jewelry. The earrings are as light as earrings can be. They have their original ear wires that are inserted into the ear from the back and secured in the front. This makes it possible to slip the long teardrop off and wear only the top if wished. Add the bottom for drama. Such earrings are called appropriately day-night earrings. The ear wires can be changed to shepherds hooks as we wear today. The condition is perfect and original. Length 2 1/2 in Width 1/2 in.

Superb Cut Steel Necklace Catalogue: Estate Jewelry: Other Metals: Pre 1837 VR   item# 1075717 (stock# wnw)  click for details Glorious Antique Jewelry 646 778 1266 5200.00  This exciting example of an early cut steel necklace is grand in scale and quality. It is rare to find a piece in this superb condition. English in origin the necklace was created in the late 18th century or early 19th century. The miniscule steel nail heads are faceted as were the gemstones of the period. In the candlelight of the Georgian era, the steel studs sparkled like diamonds. This work was done completely by hand usually by women whose hands were small and who commanded less pay than did men. Cut steel jewelry was work and time intensive. It was always expensive and could command as much or more money than gold. The jeweler worked on a piece with substantial time and effort. A design was first made from base metal. Tiny holes the size of a pin head were then punched into the base plates of copper or brass. With patience and skill, bits of steel nails were cut, faceted and polished to diamond brilliance. The jeweler riveted the brilliant bits one by one to the base plates. All this labor can be seen when you view the steel and turn the necklace over to study the back. Royalty and wealthy bought and wore steel jewelry. We read in "Georgian Jewelry" by Ginny Dawes and Olivia Collings that wealthy French In the mid 18th century turned their jewels over to the treasury and purchased cut steel. The finest early pieces are complex with many facets and layers. They are composed of dense clusters of atom sized studs. Superb condition. No rust.

Star Performance in a Cut Steel and French Jet Pendant Catalogue: Estate Jewelry: Other Metals: Pre 1837 VR   item# 1056148  click for details Glorious Antique Jewelry 646 778 1266 Sold with thanks  Winter's flower glistens with bits of Cut Steel dew above and between its petals. The petals are cut from Vauxhall Glass or French Jet. Petals are outlined in Cut Steel beading. The pendant can be worn as a brooch . c.1830 and Probably English. Approx size 2 1/4 x 2 1/4

Antique Japanese Earrings, 19th Century Catalogue: Estate Jewelry: Other Metals: Pre 1900   item# 1047585 (stock# #3117)  click for details Glorious Antique Jewelry 646 778 1266 2100.00  Once decorations on sword handles, the earrings shown are an example of the Japanese art form known as Shakudo. Gold, silver and other metals were mixed to form ornamental designs. The earring tops picture a gold bird of paradise and a spray of flowers. Below, on one earring, is a large golden blossom surrounded by deeply engraved leaves. The other earring is a ridged floral pod amidst the same large leaves. This traditional metal art was used in the Samurai era by esteemed artisans who crafted swords, weapons and armor. Examples can be seen at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. When the Samurai class was abolished in the late 19th century, Shakudo was made into decorative objects and jewelry. Though not frequent to the market, It is well known by collectors of this specific art form and by those who study antique jewelry . Width 3/8 in. Length 2 1/4"

A Pair of Early Cut Steel Bracelets Catalogue: Estate Jewelry: Other Metals: Pre 1837 VR   item# 1036284 (stock# #3056)  click for details Glorious Antique Jewelry 646 778 1266 6200.00  Hundreds of tiny bits of cut steel twinkle like diamonds in this pair of Georgian bracelets. They light the night and the spirit. The pair can be connected to wear as a choker. Each small piece of steel was hand faceted and polished as were gem stones in the early 19th century. It thrills us each time we find a fine example of this jewelry. It is absolutely brilliant in sparkle and craftmanship and one of our favorite examples of the fine work done for a short time in the early 19th century. The fashion for cut steel jewelry actually began with the large shoe buckles that men wore in the 1700's. It took a skilled hand to take the time to cut steel bits of varying size and to individually secure them with rivets. The jeweler is an alchemist, turning metal of little value into jewels highly regarded and of substantial value. The creation of cut steel jewelry follows a plan.The jeweler would first fashion his design in base metal. His mind's eye imagines the finished jewel. He then makes hundreds of steel brads and lays them into a pattern. The pattern is repeated as he drills mini holes in the metal base plate. Once done, each polished "gem" is set in one of the tiny holes and riveted in place. Fabulous condition. c. 1820-30. Measurements. 1 in. high. One bracelet 7 in. long. The other 6 1/2 in. long.

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