Cut Steel Jewelry

Miriam Haskell classic faux baroque pearl and Russian Gilt plate necklace. Composed of a single pearl strand with four smaller triple strand stations enhanced by Russian Gilt twisted brass spacers and gilt plate cut steel beads...

19th Century Cut Steel Extra Large Butterfly Brooch Period: Victorian Year: c.1850s Material: Steel and Silver Weight: 30.23g Dimensions: 49.40...

This charming pin with a bird was handcrafted in the 2nd half of the 18th century. It is made from steel. The bird is made out of cut steel, its entire surface is covered with tiny ...

Enchanting brooch of cut steel and mother of pearl with carved image of a faithful dog standing at attention as his human companion peacefully angles for a catch under the shade of a tree. The scene is carved from Mother of Pearl and mounted in cut steel. The brooch’s long bar hinge with curved "C" catch helps authenticate indicate its age. Mother of pearl is the iridescent inner shell of mollusks that produce pearls. It has been used to carve decorative objects since ancient times and is the most precious part of the shell. Cut steel was a jewelry form crafted by a cottage industry of men and women (and likely child labor as well) in the 18th and 19th century England. Cut steel was also made in France. Using found materials, this enterprising group of artisans fashioned jewelry from nails which after pounding and polishing and setting, imitated the sparkle of diamonds in the light. Cut steel achieved great popularity as it appealed to people of more moderate means and was the only jewelry form in history that was made by steel workers...

This Cut Steel brooch has telltale Georgian characteristics. Georgian era cut steel has a variety of cut steel bits held in place by rivets to the back brass...

Lovely Miriam Haskell 3 strand torsade necklace of rose pink Gripoix pate de verre glass beads mixed with signature baroque pearls and silver gilt plate...

Miriam Haskell faux pearl and signature Russian gilt drop earclips adorned with Saturn like rings and gold plated cut steel micro bead space...

Bicolor Tourmaline Carved Weight: 32.75 Carats Dimension: 24x16x9 Mm Origin: Africa Color: Red & Green Shape: Carving Quality: AAA . Bicolor tourmaline is connected to the heart chak...

Incredibly contemporary looking crab brooch made of iridized cut steel. This brooch is highly unusual because of its coloring and construction. Spike shaped beads cover the back and ...

This buckle is in fine bright condition considering his age. It was made from polished steel towards the end of the 18th century. It is decorateted with 14 rosettes, each rosette is ...

This exceptional beaded necklace has been handcrafted around 1910and is made from polychrome coloured facetted metal beads and features a flower motif. Considering the delicacy and ...

Haskell style copper and topaz hand sewn seed bead demi parure, consisting of a flori form brooch and drop ear clips. Czech seed beads with topaz crystal drops. Clip back fittings. ...

Miriam Haskell classic round small and medium sized faux baroque pearl necklace enhanced by looping pearl swags enhanced by Russian Gilt tw...

Miriam Haskell ornate long tassel earclips. Composed of Signature Russian Gold Plate with classic vari sized faux baroque pearls. Enhanced with crystal diamante rondelles, gold plate...

Antique detailed gold wash brooch, featuring pale grey, off-white and cut steel beads, threaded by hand using wire, and clear paste stones. Measuring length 5.9cm / 2.3 inches by max...

This cut steel brooch is designed as a bouquet of leaves

This beautifully executed buckle designed as a weath of oars was made in the late 18th-very early 19th century. During this period buckles were worn with clothes or hats. The buckle...

Berlin iron jewelry was produced in Germany by the Berlin Royal Foundry beginning in 1804. Previously, iron jewelry had been worn primarily during periods of mourning due to the dark color of its black lacquer finish. However, it reached a high point of popularity between 1813 and 1830. To fund the War of Liberation against Napolean, citizens were asked to donate their precious gold in exchange for iron jewelry. The Berlin iron jewelry was sometimes inscribed with a portrait of Frederick William III of Prussia, or with the words "Gold gab ich für Eisen" (meaning "I gave gold for iron") or "Für das Wohl des Vaterlands" ("For the welfare of our country/fatherland"). Almost overnight, Berlin iron jewelry became a symbol of patriotism. Its beautiful fabrication and lacy appearance gave it widespread appeal, eventually reaching popularity in numerous European countries. Authentic Berlin iron jewelry is now very rare, and well-preserved pieces have become very collectible! Cut steel jewelry originated in England in the 17th century and subsequently spread throughout Europe, eventually becoming a popular style of jewelry worn by members of high society during the Victorian era. Made of polished faceted steel studs, the pieces were cut by hand and then assembled and riveted onto a metal back. The faceted steel elements give this type of jewelry a subtle, metallic glitter that resembles cut gemstones. Motifs varied from the simple to the sublime, with multiple layers and densely packed studs. The time-consuming process and the artistry required to create cut steel jewelry made it very valuable and highly sought-after during the Victorian age, particularly to wear during the stage of "secondary mourning." Produced up until the turn of the 19th century, antique cut steel jewelry is now highly collectible. An exceptional Berlin iron and cut steel necklace and earring set from the Georgian (ca1804) era! Crafted in fine Berlin ironwork with delicate cut steel studs and mirrored steel plaques throughout, this well-preserved ensemble is an incredible work of art. The ornate necklace adorns various sized iron-backed links topped with mirrored steel plaques, each one connected together by intricate, lacy Berlin ironwork. The largest link rests at the center, and features an oval-shaped mirrored steel plaque on the front that is adorns a raised iron cameo...

It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP Citrines = 8.45 Carats Cut: Cushion, Round White Topazes = 0.05 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver Ring Size: 8* US *It ca...

It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP Citrines = 8.45 Carats Cut: Cushion, Round White Topazes = 0.05 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver Ring Size: 8* US *It ca...

Beautiful Victorian jewel from the 1800s, Cutsteel necklace, English manufacture

Beautiful Victorian Cutsteel Earrings mid 19th century, English manufacture

It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP Citrines = 8.45 Carats Cut: Cushion, Round White Topazes = 0.05 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver Ring Size: 8* US *It ca...

It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP Citrines = 8.45 Carats Cut: Cushion, Round White Topazes = 0.05 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver Ring Size: 8* US *It ca...