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Antique Georgian Berlin Iron Chain and Cross c. 1820-30

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  • Grand Berlin Iron Cross, circa 1820
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    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 Georgian Lacy Berlin Iron Earrings
    By Geiss
    Located in Stamford, CT
    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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  • 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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  • 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

  • Antique Georgian1820s Early Cut Steel Necklace
    Located in Stamford, CT
    A crowning glory of design, this cut steel necklace shimmers like diamonds, in available light as it did originally in the early 1800's. Serves dressy occasions or denim shirts and b...
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  • Exceptional Georgian Berlin Iron Link Necklace
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    Berlin iron jewelry was produced in Germany by the Berlin Royal Foundry beginning in 1804. Previously, iron jewelry had primarily been worn in periods of mourning due to its dark color. However, it reached a high point of popularity between 1813 and 1819. To fund the War of Liberation against Napolean, citizens were asked to donate their precious gold in exchange for iron jewelry, which was sometimes inscribed with a portrait of Frederick William III of Prussia or the words "Gold gab ich für Eisen...
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  • Georgian Berlin Iron and Mirrored Cut Steel Necklace and Earring Set
    Located in Narberth, PA
    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...
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