Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
EDWARDIAN STYLE
Antique Edwardian jewelry is named for King Edward VII of Great Britain, who ruled from 1901 until 1910. Classic Edwardian necklaces, engagement rings, earrings and other jewelry are often overshadowed by the more popular style of the era, Art Nouveau, which is a shame. At its best, Edwardian jewelry was all about the exquisite diamond, platinum and pearl creations made by such famous names as Cartier and Boucheron.
Edward introduced incredibly formal Buckingham Palace court presentations, balls and soirées, resulting in a huge demand for diamond jewels starting with his coronation in 1902. Dozens of tiaras and formal jewels in an updated 18th-century style were purchased from French jewelers Boucheron and Chaumet and from Russia’s Fabergé. The court jewelers Asprey, Garrard, Carrington and the newly opened London branch of Cartier were all overwhelmed with orders for sumptuous diamond jewelry to be worn at the king’s elaborate coronation.
During the Edwardian era, pearls were more valuable than diamonds. The pear-shaped pearl La Peregrina, for example, belonged to some of the most fabulous and strongest women in history and bounced among royal courts in Spain, France and Russia for several centuries. So while today the scale and clarity of a diamond ring matters, back then the size and quantity of your pearls was more important a declaration of wealth. And just as Victorian notions of propriety and femininity began to change after Queen Victoria died in 1901, jewelry design also evolved but there was some overlap with late Victorian styles.
Women of the Edwardian period sported bejeweled headpieces like tiaras and bandeaus with feathered aigrettes. Another popular piece of jewelry that is said to have been directly inspired by Queen Alexandra were colliers de chien, or dog collars — today's choker necklaces — which consisted of either a ribbon decorated with a brooch, a gemstone or several strands of pearls strung closely together.
Two major jewelry houses, Cartier and Boucheron, were founded in the mid-1850s, and by the beginning of the 20th century, the wealthy considered them household names. The Cartier brand became even more desirable once the house became the official jewelry supplier to King Edward VII. Cartier took this title seriously and designed some of the most innovative jewelry of its day, since it was willing to experiment with new materials like platinum and because it was mindful of fashion trends. Filigree settings also became popular. This saw-piercing technique was decorative and at the same time created a sense of lightness.
Perhaps even more important than Cartier’s use of platinum was the founding of De Beers Consolidated Mines Limited in 1888. The discovery of new diamond mines made the stone more affordable and prompted the introduction of new gemstone cuts. It is not uncommon to see Edwardian jewels with baguette or briolette diamonds.
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Style: Edwardian
Antique Edwardian Turquoise Guilloche Enamel Compact Locket
Located in Portland, England
An extraordinary and rare Edwardian turquoise guilloche enamel and silver oval compact/ locket. This stunning piece is made in a striking and vibrant turquoise and white guilloche en...
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Early 1900s British Antique Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Enamel
LeMaire, Paris, Mother of Pearl Lorgnette Opera Glasses Exquisite, Rare
Located in Southbury, CT
This pair of opera glasses -created by what is indisputably the finest creator of opera glasses in history -LeMaire, of Paris, France- is uncommon because it retains the handle.
Th...
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Early 20th Century French Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Brass
Austrian Guilloche Enamel Silver & Glass Table or Dresser Box
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Austrian glass, silver, & enamel table or dresser box.
By Georg Adam Scheid.
With a cornucopia or vase form decoration enamel flowers in a guilloche cartouche. The r...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Silver, Enamel
Antique English Sterling Silver Card Case Chester 1903
Located in New York, NY
A Refined Piece of Edwardian-Era Craftsmanship
Enhance your collection or personal accessories with this Antique English Sterling Silver Card Case, fully hallmarked “Chester 1903.” ...
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20th Century English Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Cartier Paris 1900 Edwardian Enameled Hairs-Comb in 18Kt Gold With Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian Belle Époque hairs-comb designed by Cartier.
This is one of the most magnificent, jeweled hairs combs we have ever seen. This is a museum ...
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Early 1900s French Antique Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Early 1900s Vintage Engraved Ornate Hinged Snuff Box in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
An exquisite example of early 20th-century craftsmanship, this 18 karat yellow gold vintage snuff box showcases a breathtaking display of ornate engr...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Old Cut Diamond Foliate Scroll Tiara in Silver and Gold
Located in London, GB
A truly elegant Edwardian old cut diamond tiara set in silver and gold, circa 1910.
This beautifully handcrafted tiara is composed of a number ...
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1910s Swedish Vintage Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Tiffany & Co. 1910 Edwardian Guilloché Round Pill Box In 14Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Guilloche pill box designed by Tiffany & Co.
Fantastic round pill box, created in New York city at the Tiffany Studios, back in the beginning of the 20...
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1910s American Vintage Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fabergé "Autumn"-Egg Object, 18k Yellow Gold, translucent Enamel, 3.34ct G VS
By Fabergé
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Fabergé "Autumn"-Egg Objet, 18k Yellow Gold, Diamonds 3.34ct G VS
This Fabergé egg is part of the "Four Seasons" series inspired by the music of Vivaldi. Th...
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1990s German Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Agate, Amber, Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Fabergé "Rose" - Egg Object , 18k Yellow Gold, Diamonds 4.355ct GVS
By Fabergé
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Fabergé "Rose" - Egg Object , 18k Yellow Gold, Diamonds 4,355 ct GVS
The 18k yellow gold egg is covered several times with translucent dark red fire enamel on a guilloché backgroun...
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Early 2000s German Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fabergé Polar-Bear Egg Object, 18k White Gold, translucent Enamel, 0.17ct G VS
By Fabergé
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Fabergé "Polar Bear"-Egg Object, 18k Yellow Gold, Diamonds 0,17ct G VS
The egg is made of 18k white gold covered with multiple layers of turquoise fire enamel. The egg is crowned wi...
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Early 2000s German Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Topaz, 18k Gold, Enamel, White Gold
Large Antique Edwardian Armorial 18K Gold Lion Crest Pendant, Sampson Mordan
Located in New York, NY
Large, rare antique Edwardian 18K yellow gold Armorial pendant medallion/container case by Sampson Mordan & Co., England
Circa 1906
The front engraved with an armorial crest of a handsome, seated lion and the motto Facta Non Verba on a long ornate scroll, Latin for Deeds Not Words...
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pair of Antique Gold Platinum and Gem set Hair Combs
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1910 Pair of Phenomenal Hair Combs, measuring 5 1/4 inches in length and 1 3/4 inches wide, heavy 18k Yellow gold with Platinum mountings top sections on top of Tortoise, furth...
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1910s European Vintage Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian William B Kerr Sterling Silver Purse or Lady's Evening Bag
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Edwardian purse or evening bag.
In sterling silver.
By William B. Kerr & Co.
The purse has a small chain and opens with a button. The interior has two pockets on ei...
Category
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver
French 1900 Edwardian Tortoise Parasol Handle in 18kt Yellow Gold Carved Citrine
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian parasol handle made in France.
Very beautiful and elegant piece, created in Paris France during the Edwardian and Belle Epoque periods, back in the 1900. This fabulous parasol handle has been designed with French neo-classic patterns in the style of Louis XVI. Crafted by assembling pieces made up in 18 karats yellow gold, carved citrine and amber color faux tortoise. The baton is fitted with a screw to attach to any parasol or cane. The round gold parts on top are made with multiple leaf motifs, bows, tassels and floral clusters, typical from the Belle Epoque period.
Gemstones: The top part is mounted, with 1 cylinder cabochon cut of natural translucent citrine quartz of about 120 carats.
Birthstone: Citrine, for the month of November.
Weight: 66.95 Grams, (42.91 Dwt).
Measurements: 248 mm by 20 mm (9.75 x 0.79 Inches).
Hallmarks: Both gold parts are stamped with French marks; the head of the eagle for the assay and warranty of the 18kt gold and the maker's maitre mark inside a lozange cartouche.
Edwardian era, like the Georgian and Victorian eras before it, derives its name from the reign of the English King, Edward VII (1901-1910). Edwardian jewelry is known for representing femininity while incorporating a lot of the color white. Think diamonds, pearls and white metals like platinum and white gold. Diamonds often had an Old Mine or European cut and sapphires were a popular choice for a pop of color. They tended to be made from platinum and diamonds – the more, the merrier – and used fashionable, intricate techniques such as filigree and millegrain. Edwardian rings are works of art and best worn alone or alongside a simple wedding band...
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Early 1900s French Antique Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Citrine, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Mexican Watch Fob, with 10 Mexican 5 Centavos .90 Cut Out Silver Coins
Located in valatie, NY
Antique Mexican Watch Fob Chain, With 10 Mexican 5 Centavos .90 Silver Coins Cut Out and Date to the Late 19th c. The coins have bars joining them on the sides and it is topped by a ...
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Late 19th Century Mexican Antique Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Silver
Antique 1800s GIA Blue Sapphire Diamond Fine Silver Collectible Perfume Bottle
Located in Miami, FL
This Antique from circa, Late 1800s with intricate flower motif design, Collectible Unique Perfume Bottle,
Crafted in solid Fine Silver, with a center composed of a GIA certified Bl...
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1850s Antique Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Silver
Faberge Blue Enamel Gold Vanity Case
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
A Fabergé two-colour gold and blue enamel vanity case by Workmaster A.Holmstrom, the rectangular case of three sections, the main powder compartment comprising two decorative section...
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20th Century Russian Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique English Edwardian Regency Sterling Silver & Enamel Vanity Set
Located in New York, NY
George V sterling silver and pink guilloche enamel vanity set. Made by Charles S. Green & Co., Ltd in Birmingham in 1927-8. This set comprises 4 piec...
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1920s English Vintage Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Fabergé Pearl White Enamel Gold Lorgnette
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
An important Fabergé enamel and gold lorgnette, the lorgnette comprising two circular lens within a rose gold mount, with exquisite pearl white enamel handle with engine-turned background, with yellow and rose gold floral decoration and ring termination, bearing Fabergé marks...
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20th Century Russian Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Scottish Sterling Silver, Agate, & Enamel Pepperettes or Pepper Shakers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of antique Scottish pepperettes.
By J. W. Kirwan & Co. of Edinburgh, Scotland.
In the form of miniature tankards. Center-set with diamond shaped agate stones that are f...
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Early 20th Century Scottish Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Exceptional Pave Rose Diamond Lorgnette
Located in Riverdale, NY
Edwardian pave rose diamond lorgnette completely covered in stones and set in platinum.
Pulling down the central floret station in the middle of the...
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20th Century Unknown Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Engraved Vesta Case & Sovereign Coin Holder in 9 Carat Rose Gold, 1900
Located in London, GB
Introducing a true piece of history, an authentic Late Victorian sovereign vesta case and coin holder, beautifully crafted in soft 9 carat rose gold - a perfect blend of practicality...
Category
Early 1900s English Antique Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver & Enamel Sash Buckle Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique sash buckle brooch.
With green and white bands of enamel on a sterling silver frame.
These buckles were de rigueur accessories in ...
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Antique Edwardian Webster Sterling Silver Figural Clothespin Child's Bib Holder
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique silver bib holder.
In sterling silver.
By the Webster Co. of Attleboro, Mass.
Comprising two clothespin shaped silver clips connected by a small chain.
Marked to t...
Category
20th Century American Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver
German Pforzheim 1910 Edwardian Guilloché Blue Enamel Round Box In .935 Sterling
Located in Miami, FL
Monumental guilloche enameled round box.
An extraordinary early 20th century guilloche enamel box, created in Pforzheim Germany, with Edwardian neo classical patterns, circa 1910. T...
Category
1910s German Vintage Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Edwardian Faberge Chalcedony Enamel Gold Bell Push
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
An important Faberge chalcedony, gold and enamel bell push, enamelled translucent blush and pearl grey with sunburst guilloche background, with circular cabo...
Category
Early 20th Century Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Chalcedony, Yellow Gold
Faberge Lilac Enamel Gold Vanity Case
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
A Fabergé two-colour gold and lilac enamel vanity case by Workmaster A.Holmstrom, the rectangular case measuring approximately 11cms in width, the central...
Category
20th Century Russian Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Swivel Seal Pendant/Charm Carnelian & Blood-Stone British Hallmarked
Located in London, GB
Antique swivel seal pendant set with Carnelian and Blood-Stone set in 9-carat rose gold, British Hallmarked Birmingham 1900, Sponsor mark "M&M". Could be a...
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Early 1900s British Antique Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Carnelian, 9k Gold
Edwardian Mappin & Webb 2-Chamber Sterling Silver Inkwell or Desk Standish
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine English sterling silver inkwell.
In the Edwardian style.
With notched corners to the base for pens, a sloped pedestal center that supports two gilt inkwell chambers and a h...
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1910s British Vintage Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver
14K Gold Tiffany & Co. Lipstick Holder & Compact set with Chain.
Located in Hicksville, NY
tem Details:
Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested]
Weight: 60.1 grams
Early 1900s
Center Diamond Details:
Weight: .04ct
Cut: Old European brilliant
Color: G
Clarity...
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Early 1900s Antique Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Antique Foster & Bailey Enamel, Sterling Silver & Crystal Vanity Jar
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian Art Nouveau vanity jar. Made by Foster & Bailey in Providence, ca 1910. Crystal with curved sides and short inset neck. Cut geometric ornament and stylized flower band; star on underside. Cover sterling...
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Antique Edwardian Equestrian Fox Hunt Cut Glass & Silver Liquor Flask
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique silver-topped cut glass hunting flask.
With a narrow tapering cut glass body with a diamond pattern terminating in a screw-top integral s...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Silver
9CT Rose Gold Antique Edwardian Sovereign Coin Holder Case
Located in Sydney, NSW
9CT Rose Gold Antique Victorian Sovereign Coin Holder Case
This 9ct rose gold sovereign coin holder is a beautifully crafted piece, functioning as a coin holder or even wearable as ...
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Early 1900s British Antique Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Edwardian 1908 Miniature Travel Clock With Guilloché Enamel In Sterling With Box
Located in Miami, FL
An Edwardian miniature travel clock designed by Valmé.
Stunning and rare miniature travel-carriage clock, made in Geneva Switzerland by the Valmé Swiss Co. and the Concord Watch Co. This little antique...
Category
Early 1900s Swiss Antique Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Antique Adie & Lovekin Ltd Birmingham c1906 Sterling Silver Elephant Pin Cushion
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Crafted with meticulous attention to details,
this Antique English Cushion Pin is absolutely delightful,
beautifully designed as an Elephant
The piece is measuring 6.7cm x 5cm,
...
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Early 1900s English Antique Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver
French, Cigar Shaped Onyx Desk Seal with Diamond Collar & Morocco Leather Case
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This exquisite desk object was crafted in France during the early 20th Century and would have been an impressive object to own. The desk seal is crafted from a cigar shaped piece of black onyx which features a diamond set collar to one end and a monogram intaglio 'seal' to the other, all circa 1915. The monogram is 'AMF' which has been beautifully engraved into the underside of the seal. The piece retains its original Morocco leather fitted box signed 'Appay', a French manufacturer, and embossed 'AMF' to the top of the lid. The firm Appay were retailing at 24 Rue De La Paix in Paris which is close-by the Place Vendome and also the Opera, however little information is known about the business. The hinge on the Morocco leather box...
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Early 20th Century French Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Diamond, Onyx
Edwardian 14k Gold Mechanical Lorgnette
Located in Venice, CA
Lorgnettes were a fashionable item in high society. This 14k gold pair, circa the Edwardian era, have a minimalist design—simple, classic, with clean lines and excellent function, wi...
Category
Early 1900s Unknown Antique Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Austrian 1900 Vienna Agate Vesta Box In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Carved Essex Glass
Located in Miami, FL
An Austrian agate vesta box with Essex glass.
Gorgeous vesta matches box, created during the Edwardian Period in Vienna Austria, circa 1900. Made up in two parts carved from natura...
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Russian 18K Yellow Gold Rhodonite Agate and Enamel Parasol Handle
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique yellow gold, black and white enamel, and rhodonite agate parasol handle, comprising a handle formed of polished pink agate, with decoration in white and black enamel, with detailing in 18 karat yellow gold.
This elegant antique parasol...
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Early 1900s Russian Antique Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Edwardian Enamel Vermeil Buckle and Shirt Studs
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 60.6 Grams (Buckle: 54.4 Grams, Studs: 6.2 Grams)
Material: Enamel
Measurements: Buckle: 65.35 x 89.8 x 2 mm; Studs: 10.7 x 10.7 x 1.55 mm
Metal: 78.9 Cu, 18.7 Zn, 2.3 Au, 0....
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Vermeil, Enamel
Edwardian 1913 Art Nouveau Enamelled Guilloche Purse In .925 Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
An Edwardian guilloche enamel coins purse made by E. J. Houlston.
Very rare early 20th century enamel oval coin purse, created in Birmingham England...
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1910s English Vintage Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Antique European Silver & Enamel Horse Case with Borzoi Dogs
Located in New York, NY
European silver and enamel cigarette case, ca 1920. Rectangular, chamfered, and hinged. On cover, a horse's head appears in an entryway, with two protective borzoi dogs standing guar...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Silver, Enamel
R. Blackinton 1910 Edwardian Enameled Round Box In .925 Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
A guilloche enameled round box designed by R. Blackinton.
Beautiful early 20th century enamel box, created by the Ross Blackinton Company Silversmiths & Goldsmiths, circa 1910. This...
Category
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Antique 9 Ct Gold Cigar Cutter William Neale & Sons Ltd Birmingham 1913
Located in London, GB
Antique 9 Ct Gold Cigar Cutter William Neale & Sons Ltd Birmingham 1913
9 Ct Gold with a steel cutter, still in working order
Probably hung from a watch chain hence the gold ring at ...
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1910s English Vintage Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
9k Gold
ANTiQUE CHINESE STERLING SILVER POT HAND CARVED JADE ELEPHANT DECORATIVE TOP
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely antique Chinese Sterling silver pot with hand carved Jade elephant...
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20th Century Asian Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Antique Dagger/Knife Stick Pin with Ruby and Rose Cut Diamonds in 18 Carat Gold
Located in London, GB
Detailed out of the ordinary antique yellow gold pin, with an edgy dagger sweet motif of a sharp yellow gold dagger sleek and smooth. The handles are crafted with such consideration,...
Category
Early 1900s British Antique Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, 9k Gold
Antique Set of Six Yellow Gold Golf Buttons, Circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive set of six antique 9 karat yellow gold buttons with golfing interest - boxed; an addition to our jewelry collection.
This exceptional set of six antique Edwardian shank buttons has been crafted in 9k yellow gold.
Each hallmarked gold button has a circular form, ornamented with an impressive cast golfing scene depicting a male in full-swing, with a golf course terrain in the background.
The reverse of each antique button is plain and unembellished, apart from the gold fineness hallmark '9k'.
Each impressive piece is accommodated with a yellow gold split ring.
The components of this exceptional set are fitted to the original hinged leatherette presentation box, with a satin and velvet lined interior and securing with a push fit catch.
NOTE: Due to their large size of 34.6 lignes (34.6 L) it can be determined these shank buttons would typically be used for a coat or jacket; a button is commonly measured in lignes, with 40 lignes equal to 1 inch.
Condition
These impressive antique gold buttons...
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1910s Unknown Vintage Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique European Silver & Enamel Horse Case with Borzoi Dogs
Located in New York, NY
European silver and enamel cigarette case, ca 1920. Rectangular, curved, and hinged. On cover, a horse’s head appears in an entryway, with two protective borzoi dogs standing guard. ...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Silver, Enamel
Antique Foster & Bailey Enamel, Sterling Silver & Enamel Powder Jar
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian Art Nouveau powder jar. Made by Foster & Bailey in Providence, ca 1910. Crystal with curved sides and short inset neck. Cut geometric ...
Category
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Pair of Antique Whiting Sterling Silver Whist Game Counters or Markers
By Whiting
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of Whist game counters or markers.
Made by Whiting and retailed by Bailey, Banks, and Biddle.
In sterling silver.
Each with sealed wheel co...
Category
20th Century American Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Sash Buckle by Blackinton
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique sterling silver sash buckle.
With etched decoration to the front.
These buckles were de rigueur accessories during the Edwardian period.
Marked to the reverse with...
Category
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver
Silver Hardstone Snuff Box by Aide & Lovekin 1908 Leaf Motif Antique Edwardian
Located in New York, NY
This is a Museum piece, an Edwardian Silver and Hardstone-mounted Snuff Box marked for Aide & Lovekin Ltd., Birmingham, 1908, from the collection of the Indianapolis Museum of Art. ...
Category
Early 1900s British Antique Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Edwardian 1900 Agate Desk Seal In 18Kt Gold With The Arms of The Prince of Wales
Located in Miami, FL
Desk seal with the arms of the Prince of Wales.
Very rare and unusual desk seal, created in England during the Edwardian period, back in the early 1900's. This seal feature the arms of the Prince of Wales and is composed by the agate pommel, carved with smooth surfaces and the round mount setting crafted in yellow gold of 18 karats with scrolls decorations. The seal depicts three feathers aligned over a crown, carved with incised intaglio in natural white agate.
Gemstones: The handle pommel is carved from a single piece of brown translucent agate with bluish veins.
Weight: 14.95 Grams, (9.58 Dwt).
Measurements: 41 mm by 19 mm (1.61 x 0.75 Inches).
Hallmarks: No marks, electronically tested for 18 karats gold.
Arms of Prince of Wales
The Prince of Wales's feathers – Almost History
The coat of arms of the Prince of Wales is the official personal heraldic insignia of the Princes of Wales, a title traditionally granted to the heir apparent of the reigning monarch of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, formerly the Kingdom of Great Britain and before that the Kingdom of England. Since Edward I awarded it to his son the future Edward II, the heir apparent to the English throne has been created with the title Prince of Wales. The history of the coat of arms is closely linked with those of the Royal coat of arms of England and the Royal coat of arms of the United Kingdom. However, as the noted antiquarian and heraldist Charles Boutell wrote in 1863, "The Arms of the Prince of Wales have a distinct individuality of their own, with which nothing ought to be directly associated".
History
The badge has no connection with the native Princes of Wales. Its use is generally traced back to Edward, the Black Prince (1330–1376), eldest son and heir apparent of Edward III of England. Edward bore (as an alternative to his differenced royal arms) a shield of Sable, three ostrich feathers argent, described as his "shield for peace", probably meaning the shield he used for jousting. These arms can be seen several times on his chest tomb in Canterbury Cathedral, alternating with his royal arms (the royal arms of King Edward III...
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Early 1900s English Antique Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 14 Karat Yellow Gold Compact Gold Case with Engravings
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1900s
Item Details:
Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested]
Weight: 40.7 grams
Measurement: 2.5 inch long, .25inch depth
Condition: Excellent
Category
Early 1900s Unknown Antique Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Yellow Gold
Antique Adie & Lovekin Ltd Birmingham c1906 Silver Ballroom Shoe Pin Cushion
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Crafted with meticulous attention to details,
this Antique English Sewing Cushion Pin is absolutely delightful,
beautifully designed as a Ballroom Shoe
with curved buckle Edwardia...
Category
Early 1900s English Antique Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Silver
Antique Silver Belle with Figural Fowl-Bearing Countryman Handle
Located in New York, NY
Turn-of-the-century European silver bell. Tulip-bowl with twisted gadrooning. Figural handle depicting an old-fashioned countryman holding two live fowl. Here’s dinner—eventually. Su...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Silver
