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    By Geiss
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    A pair of Berlin Iron Earrings that are feather weight and look like fine lace swirls. The earrings have a gold ear wire were made from a Geiss necklace that e to c.1820. During the Napoleonic wars, Germany asked their citizens to turn in their gold jewelry to support the war effort that depleted the treasury of Germany. Wealthy aristocrats did so and in return were rewarded with jewelry made of iron in intricate designs. The Berlin Iron jewelry became highly desired in Europe. The wealthy requested their ambassadors to bring home examples for them. Eventually Napoleon raided the foundries and stole molds for Berlin Iron. He commanded his jewelers to make iron jewels...
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    Antique 1820s German Georgian Dangle Earrings

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  • Grand Berlin Iron Cross, circa 1820
    By Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection
    Located in Stamford, CT
    In this large cross, the strength of Iron and fine gossamer swirls combine to create et another miracle of historic Berlin Iron work from the early 1800's. There are four layers of iron here forged together with focus on the central flower. What tool existed to twist this fine iron and how was it created in such fine sprays? When the German treasury was becoming depleted due to the war with Napoleon, the government addressed the aristocrats asking them to contribute their gold for the continuing battle. The wealthy answered the plea and were given iron jewels...
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    Antique 1810s German George III Pendant Necklaces

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    Berlin Iron

  • Antique Georgian Berlin Iron Chandelier Earrings
    Located in Stamford, CT
    Happy Birthday to these fabulous earrings that are 200 years old this year. Berlin Iron jewelry in excellent condition is rare, even in the museums of the world. The earrings are in ...
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    Antique 1820s German Georgian Chandelier Earrings

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    Berlin Iron

  • A wide and Fanciful Georgian Berlin Iron Bracelet
    By Geiss
    Located in Stamford, CT
    This lush Berlin Iron Geiss Bracelet c. 1830 completely original. The design is one never before seen in our professional years of collecting iron jewelry nor is it pictured in the books showing Berlin Iron as has most of our jewelry . Links of interconnecting iron vines...
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    Antique 1820s German George III Link Bracelets

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    Berlin Iron

  • Extraordinary Berlin Iron Long Chain and Cannetile Lace Cross
    By Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection
    Located in Stamford, CT
    Here is a mix of texture, both substantial and lacy. An extremely rare, dense Berlin Iron Chain c.1800 suspends a large cross of twists and loops. In the chain, the iron is woven or ...
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    Antique 1810s German Georgian Rope Necklaces

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    Berlin Iron

  • Antique Victorian Large Garnet White Enamel Gold Brooch
    Located in Stamford, CT
    A superb brooch of museum quality is brilliant with a glowing cabochon garnet surrounded by white and gold enamel and a locket in the back. The gold rays light the center and push the garnet to the fore. The brooch measures 2 inches in diameter. All enamel is intact. A magnificent original antique brooch in excellent condition. English Origin. The hair in the back locket...
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    Antique 1860s British Victorian Brooches

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    Garnet, Enamel, 15k Gold

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