Palingenesis Antiquities
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Blue Faceted Glass Necklace with Matching Earrings
Faceted glass beads have been used in jewelry making for centuries, with notable popularity during the Victorian and Art Deco eras. These beads were often crafted to mimic the look of precious gemstones, offering an affordable alternative for fashionable adornment.… Continue reading
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Regency Era Hand-Painted Silhouette Portrait – Dated 1827
Silhouette portraits were a popular and affordable alternative to painted portraits in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. They were often created by tracing the shadow of a person’s profile onto paper, which was then cut out and mounted… Continue reading
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Art Deco Silver Filigree Bracelet with Blue Czech Glass Centerpiece
The Art Deco movement, which flourished in the 1920s and 1930s was characterized by its geometric designs, luxurious materials and intricate craftsmanship. Jewelry from this era often featured filigree work, colored gemstones and a combination of elegance and modernity. Continue reading
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Art Deco Silver Filigree Bracelet with Camphor Glass
Camphor glass is made by treating clear glass with hydrofluoric acid vapors to achieve the signature frosted finish. The word “camphor” refers to gum camphor, a kind of resin extracted from camphor trees, which has a cloudy transparency. The use… Continue reading
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Victorian Mother of Pearl (MoP) Shell Snuff Perfume for Chatelaine
This is a unique and beautiful piece – an antique snuff bottle from the Victorian Era that would be attached to a chatelaine. These intricate bottles, made from diverse materials like porcelain, ivory, and even jade, emerged in China in… Continue reading
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Victorian Mourning Locket Feat. Child Portrait and Loose Golden Hair
Mourning lockets, common since the 16th century, became exceptionally popular during the Victorian era, particularly after Queen Victoria’s prolonged mourning for Prince Albert in the 1860s. These lockets contained personal mementos like hair or photos, transforming into cherished keepsakes and “secular relics”… Continue reading
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Edwardian Steel Beaded Finger Purse
In the late 18th century into the early 20th century, finger purses – or also known as a miser purse or reticule – were small coin or accessory purses carried by both men and women. During the Edwardian Era, these… Continue reading
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Whiting & Davis Art Deco Mesh Evening Purse
Whiting & Davis originated in 1876 as a jewelry company called Wade, Davis & Company, later becoming Whiting & Davis named after Charles Whiting and Edward P. Davis bought it in 1896. Whiting & Davis grew in popularity in the… Continue reading
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West Germany Gold Filigree Necklace with Green Rhinestone Pendant
West Germany jewelry was created from 1949 to 1990 which attributed heavily to the costume jewelry industry following the post-war life in Europe. West Germany pieces derive from the Kaufbeuren-Neugablonz region in Germany which is known for producing intricate, European-style… Continue reading
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Art Deco Rhodium Filigree Necklace with Citrine Glass Pendant and Black Hills Gold Floral Accents
Art Deco jewelry emerged in the 1920s, reflecting the era’s fascination with geometric shapes, bold colors and and modern materials. This style was a departure from the flowing organic forms of the Art Nouveau period, embracing symmetry and streamlined designs.… Continue reading
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