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Rare 18th Century Antique Rose Cut Diamond Feather Diadem Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1790
This finely modeled diamond feather is crafted in silver-topped 14K gold (front
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1790s Georgian Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian Silver Pearl Locket Pendant Box Peacock Feather Flower Leaf
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A GORGEOUS VICTORIAN - BELLE EPOQUE LOCKET PENDANT OR JEWELRY, RING OR PILL BOX IN SILVER
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Silver
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W 1.6 in D 0.75 in L 1.6 in
Rare Victorian Enamel Genuine Feather Ruby Turquoise Gold Bird Earrings
Located in Narberth, PA
the presence of real bird feathers that accent the surface of the bodies and wings. These genuine
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1880s English Victorian Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Ruby, 15k Gold
A 0.12 Cts Gold and Diamond Feather Earclips
Located in New York, US
Designed as leafs, set with single cut diamonds.
- Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 0.12 carat
- 14 karat yellow gold
- Total weight 7.90 grams
- Length 1 inch, width 1/2 ...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Chinese Mutton Fat Jade Earrings Lotus Flowers Vases Gilt Metal Feathers
Located in Munich, Bavaria
of the lotus flower. The flower ornaments once were covered entirely with kingfisher feathers. The
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1870s Chinese Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Jade, Gilt Metal
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H 1.46 in W 1.38 in D 0.44 in
Hand Engraved Leaf Feather Diamond Earrings - Old European Cut Diamonds .90 ctw
Located in Danvers, MA
European cut diamonds with a vertical drop of hand engraved leaves or feathers. Worn like studs, they have
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
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W 0.25 in L 1 in
18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Feather Ring Vintage 1920s Art Deco
Located in Lauderdale by the Sea, FL
down from one family with European roots, and was always known as the "flapper girl feather ring
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Old European Cut Diamond Earrings 18K White Gold 4.37 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Polish: Fair
Fluorescence: Negligible
Internal Inclusions: Feather; Knot; Surface reaching strain
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Early 20th Century Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Print of Hat Jewelry with Feathers by Hefner-Alteneck '1890'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print of hat jewelry with feathers. Chromolithographed plate. This print originates from
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Late 19th Century Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Paper
Antique Art Nouveau Buckle Peacock Feather Piel Frères Polychrome Enamel Brass
By Piel Frères
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This outstanding Art Nouveau buckle in the shape of a peacock feather has been designed and
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Brass, Enamel
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W 2.56 in D 1.86 in L 4.02 in
Edward Circa 1920s Prince of Wales Diamond Enamelled Service Pin 18 Carat Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
royal blue enameled banners flow beneath a bejewelled crown and diamond embellished feathers - she is
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Early 20th Century British Modern Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique French 1890s Yellow Gold Eagle Pin Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
antique estate jewelry collections.
This fine and impressive antique pin brooch has been crafted in 18k
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1890s French Victorian Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Antique 18K Gold & Silver Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald & Diamond Wing Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
detailed feathers, an exquisite detail, as is to be expected of high-quality French jewellery of this era
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
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W 0.71 in D 0.16 in L 1.86 in
Victorian Pearl Turquoise 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Swallow Chain Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as two highly rendered swallow birds in flight with spread wings
Engraved with feather
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1880s Victorian Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiara Convertible Diamond Antique Brooch
Located in Geneva, CH
Tiara convertible Diamond Antique Brooch on Silver and Gold.
Aigrette feather is optional.
Old
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Late 19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Diamond
Antique Enamel and Yellow Gold Pheasant Bar Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
gold; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
This exceptional, fine and
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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Edwardian 15 Karat Gold Platinum Ruby Swan Bar Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
textured platinum. The head is set with cabochon ruby eye. The feathers are highly detailed. This gives a
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, 15k Gold, Platinum
Antique Victorian Ruby and 18ct Yellow Gold Grouse Brooch, circa 1890
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
brooch; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
This exceptional, fine and
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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 0.23 in W 0.71 in L 1.02 in
1910s Victorian Gold and Enamel Pheasant Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
This fine and impressive Victorian
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1910s Unknown Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
15k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Enamel
18th Century Silver, Gold and Chrysoberyl Aigrette Brooch
Located in Amsterdam, NL
jewelry, is so-called because of its resemblance to the feathers and plumes on top of the head of an egret
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Mid-18th Century Portuguese Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Chrysoberyl, Gold, Silver
Antique Paste Glass Stone Rooster Hen Silver Pin Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
. The rooster's eye is made with a green paste stone and his sickle feathers are made with small
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Late 19th Century European Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Unusual Art Deco French Paste Bird
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Art Deco French Paste Bird designed as a stickpin with genuine feather decoration. Hand set
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Grayson & Son 1924 Art Deco Arrow Jabot In Platinum 18Kt Diamonds And Onyxes
Located in Miami, FL
England during the art deco period, back in the 1925. Crafted by the jewelry company of J. Grayson & Sons
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1920s English Art Deco Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
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W 1.18 in L 181 in
Art Nouveau Antique Seagull Diamond Enamel Gold Brooch France
Located in Munich, Bavaria
is engraved with feathers underneath the enamel. Even the reverse of the seagull is covered in enamel
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1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel, Platinum
Victorian 14 Karat Yellow Gold Greek Winged Wheel Of Hermes Antique Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
feathers and spokes
Completed by pinstem
Stamped with Austrian hallmarks for 14 karat gold
With maker's
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1860s Victorian Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Tourmaline Ruby 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Eagle Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized eagle with curling wing and dimensional feathers
Engraved with texture and
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Seed Pearl and Yellow Gold Bar Brooch - circa 1890
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
This antique brooch has been crafted in 14k
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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 0.28 in W 0.59 in L 2.01 in
Antique Victorian Diamond and Ruby 15K Gold Cockerel/Rooster/Chicken Brooch Pin
Located in London, GB
replicate feathers is certainly an artistic virtuosity.
Furthermore, the wattle of the cockerel features
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19th Century Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 15k Gold
Victorian Silver Set Diamond and Yellow Gold Swallow Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
silver set swallow brooch; part of our antique diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
This
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, Diamond, White Diamond, Silver, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 0.16 in W 1.37 in L 1.65 in
Antique Platinum Yellow and Rose Gold Bird Bar Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
antique jewellery and estate jewelry collections
This exceptional, fine and impressive antique brooch has
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1910s Unknown Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
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1895 Art Nouveau Diamond and Peridot Enamel and Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
9 karat yellow gold Art Nouveau pin brooch; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate jewelry
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1890s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Peridot, Diamond, Enamel, Yellow Gold
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H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in Dm 1 in L 1 in
Oscar Heyman Modernist Diamond Ruby Garnet Gold Hummingbird Brooch
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Greenwich, CT
Birds of a feather flock together. Find the perfect match with this Oscar Heyman modernist yellow
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Early 1900s American Modern Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold
Black Starr & Frost Edwardian Natural Pearl Diamond 14K Gold Ostrich Bird Brooch
By Black, Starr & Frost
Located in Philadelphia, PA
freshwater- purplish pink in color with strong iridescence
Measuring 12.3 x 22.0 mm - with carved feathered
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1910s Edwardian Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Victorian Double Stork Ruby Pearl and Diamond Brooch
Located in London, GB
these famous folklore birds have been wonderfully portrayed here from the layered feathers, to the long
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Late 19th Century Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French 1890 Art Nouveau Swan Arp Brooch 18Kt Gold With 5.05 Ctw Rubies Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
A French art nouveau swan brooch.
Gorgeous piece of jewelry, created in France in the late 19th
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1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 1.18 in L 1.96 in
Antique Belle Époque Band Head Ornament Brooch Silver Silver Gilt Crystal
Located in Munich, Bavaria
inspired by peacock feathers and leaves. At the bottom of the jewel a large, articulated dangling stone is
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1890s European Belle Époque Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Crystal, Silver
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H 3.98 in W 2.41 in D 0.71 in
ArtNouveau Antique ArtistSigned Peacocks Set HandWroughtMetals Earrings & Brooch
By Louis Comfort Tiffany
Located in Chicago, IL
after the Art-Nouveau period interest in copper wained while white metals dominated Art-Deco jewelry
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver, Copper
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W 2.25 in D 0.5 in L 1.82 in
Victorian Diamond and Amethyst Yellow Gold Ostrich Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
feathers.
The 15k yellow gold bar secures to the reverse with a hinged pin and clasp fastening, and
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1890s Unknown Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Natural Pearl & Diamond Brooch Victorian
Located in Southbury, CT
feather. This brooch was entirely hand-fabricated including the clasp on the back. The brooch has been
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1890s American Victorian Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Diamond Tiara Brooch Aigrette Comb Original Box Collingwood, 1900
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
design, set with circular-cut diamonds, holding a plume of white egret feathers. A highly collectable and
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Early 20th Century British Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Exceptional Art Nouveau Gold, Gem Set Jabot Pin
Located in London, GB
This Jabot has been inspired by the Lyre birds tail feathers creating this stunning jewel.
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, Sapphire, Spinel, Opal, Gold
Edwardian 9ct Gold Lucky diamond equestrian brooch
Located in London, GB
a feather in place in the end of the trumpet
delightful natural mine cut diamonds
that amount to
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Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold
Antique Stick Pin with Carved Opal Bust of a Man attributed to Wilhelm Schmidt
Located in Philadelphia, PA
wearing a feathered cap & full beard (possibly a depiction of Christopher Columbus).
Attributed to
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
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W 0.52 in D 0.56 in L 3.55 in
Antique Limoges Enamel Portrait Brooch Renaissance Revival Gilt Metal
Located in Munich, Bavaria
large feather. Doublet and hat show gold threading which indicates the aristocratic background of the
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1880s French Renaissance Revival Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Enamel, Mixed Metal
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W 1.19 in D 0.6 in L 1.38 in
Antique Edwardian Enamel 18 Karat Gold Chicken Lapel Pin
Located in Rotterdam, NL
blue-grey with a gold rim. The wings are beautifully detailed to resemble feathers. Each eye is rimmed
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Early 20th Century European Edwardian Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Enamel
Antique Arrow and flower brooch, 9k gold and pearl
Located in NEWARK, GB
and style you can't go wrong.
A slender feathered arrow with the rich buttery gold hue only found on
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 1837 Mughal Tutti Frutti Brooch In 17Kt Gold With Carved Gemstones
Located in Miami, FL
their gems. This practice was normally done to make new, more fashionable pieces of jewelry. The Jewelry
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1820s British Early Victorian Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
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W 1.65 in L 3.12 in
Carl Bacher Victorian Egyptian Revival Carnelian Enamel and Diamond Pharaoh Pin
By Carl Bacher
Located in Narberth, PA
referred to as "archaeological revival jewelry," or "Egyptian revival jewelry." The initial Egyptian
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1880s Austrian Victorian Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, Diamond, 14k Gold
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H 1 in W 2 in D 0.13 in
Silver Brooch
Located in New York, NY
feathers set with antique cut diamonds, cut in roses, centered with a larger round diamond. Circa 1920s
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, Silver
Cameo of Chief Billy Bowlegs
Located in New Orleans, LA
is faithfully depicted in the distinctive clothing of the Seminole tribe, including a feather
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Mid-19th Century American Anglo-Indian Antique Feather Jewelry
Antique Victorian Swallow Brooch in 15 Carat Gold, circa 1880
Located in Kendal, GB
, feathered texturing across the back and front.
The image of a swallow was popular during the Victorian era
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19th Century European Victorian Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Gold
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H 0.71 in W 1.78 in D 0.2 in
Antique Edwardian Pheasant Brooch Diamond Emerald 18Ct Gold Circa 1910
Located in Kendal, GB
which sparkle beautifully along the body and down the long tail feathers. There are approx. 2ct of
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Early 1900s European Edwardian Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
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H 1.07 in W 2.45 in D 0.2 in
Riker Bros Art Nouveau Diamond Blue Enamel 14 Karat Gold Serpent Dragon Brooch
By Riker Brothers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
enamel glossed over engraved feathers and scales
Glossy transparent royal blue in color - exhibiting
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
Austrian 1915 Art Nouveau Egyptian Revival Plique à Jour Winged Scarab Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
figure represent the Egyptian sacred scarab with open feathers wings, of the god Khepri.
Quartz Stones
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1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Quartz, Silver, Enamel
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W 1.02 in D 0.28 in L 4.25 in
14 Karat Yellow Gold Brush Turquoise and Ruby Titmouse Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
cabochon on its feathers. Dimensions : 7.5 x 2.9 cm. Gross weight : 7.27 gr. A yellow gold, turquoise and
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1910s French Art Nouveau Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ellis Bros., Antique Black/Blue Spinel & Gold Arrow Brooch, Canada, C.1910
Located in Chatham, CA
details to the 'feathers' - hand-made double pin and safety catch - original velvet & silk lined
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Early 20th Century Canadian Edwardian Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.63 in D 0.5 in L 2.5 in
Victorian Garnet 14 Karat Yellow Gold Goose Bird Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a goose with spread wings in mid-flight
With highly rendered feathers and a stippled
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
A striking silver and clear and coloured paste Art Deco jabot pin, 1920s
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
An exquisite and very stylish French 'jabot' pin, with a feather motif in clear and sapphire
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Onyx, Silver
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W 1.2 in D 0.3 in L 5.3 in
Antique Pearl and Diamond Horseshoe and Arrow Brooch, 15k Yellow Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
symbolism and style you can't go wrong.
A slender feathered arrow with the rich buttery gold hue only found
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Diamond 10 Karat Gold Stylized Owl Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
presenting depth of gold, fierce expression and flowing feathers
Tested as 10 karat gold
Owl Measures: 5/8
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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Antique Feather Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Antique Feather Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact piece of antique feather jewelry you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Platinum — can elevate any look. If you’re looking for an item from our selection of antique feather jewelry from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. Finding an appealing choice in our collection of antique feather jewelry — no matter the origin — is easy, but Boucheron, Mappin & Webb and Tiffany & Co. each produced a popular version that is worth a look. An object in our assortment of antique feather jewelry can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 8, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for an old mine cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes rose cut alternatives. Most of our antique feather jewelry for sale are for women, but there are 2 pieces available to browse for men.
How Much is a Antique Feather Jewelry?
The price for a piece of antique feather jewelry starts at $287 and tops out at $76,478 with these brooches, on average, selling for $2,225.
Questions About Antique Feather Jewelry
- What does feather jewelry mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Feather jewelry is representative of freedom, hope and growth. Plus, feather jewelry is so lightweight that it’s typically quite comfortable.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024To tell if jewelry is antique, look for its hallmarks. You will usually find them in inconspicuous areas, such as on clasps, the backs of pendants or the insides of bracelets and rings. Once you have located the hallmarks, use trusted online resources to identify the maker and find out when they were active. Pieces produced more than 100 years ago are antique. If you need assistance dating a particular piece, enlist the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Find a large collection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is antique paste jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Paste jewelry is made out of a special type of flint glass that emulates several gemstones. Paste is a hand-cut glass that is polished with metal powder until it gleams like a gem. Paste jewelry was popular as a cheaper alternative to diamonds during the Georgian, Victorian, and Edwardian eras, as well as the Art Deco period. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage paste jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Jewelry is considered antique once it is 100 years old. Pieces that are 20 to 99 years old are vintage. Contemporary is the term used to describe jewelry that is less than 20 years old. Explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023To tell if antique jewelry is real, first look for hallmarks that may signify the maker. You can then use trusted online resources to find out what to look for to verify authenticity. If the jewelry doesn't have hallmarks, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or licensed dealer. An expert can evaluate your jewelry, tell you whether it is a genuine antique and provide information about its materials and approximate value. Explore a large selection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if jewelry is antique gold, take it to a licensed appraiser experienced in evaluating jewelry. It is difficult to identify jewelry materials using only the naked eye and online resources. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted gold jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In antique jewelry, the term “paste” means glass finished in a way that allows it to resemble natural gemstones. To produce paste, artisans polish it for long periods of time with metal powder. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique paste jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To know if your antique jewelry is valuable, you can consult trusted online resources to see what similar pieces have sold for in the past. It is important to note that the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. Jewelry of a certain historical period will be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with a precious gemstone may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and give you a price estimate. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, BVLGARI and others. Shop a collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, some antique jewelry does go up in value. It is important to note that demand as well as the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. A certain historical period’s jewelry may be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with precious gems may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and estimate its value. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, BVLGARI and others. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023To tell if jewelry is vintage or antique, first look for any hallmarks that signify its maker. You can use trusted online resources to research when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours to roughly estimate its age. Jewelry is vintage if it's between 20 and 99 years old, and antique if it is 100 years old or more. If you're unable to locate a maker's hallmark, becoming familiar with the materials and other characteristics used during different eras of jewelry can help you date your piece. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage and antique jewelry.
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