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Antique French Silver and Purple Paste Stone Buckles, 19th Century
$770.35
£575.20
€650
CA$1,056.58
A$1,187.52
CHF 618.43
MX$14,443.22
NOK 7,913.58
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DKK 4,948.20
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This pair of antique shoe buckles, set with vibrant square-cut purple paste stones, is a stunning example of 19th-century European fashion accessories. Weighing 17.85 grams and measuring 3 cm in length by 2.2 cm in width, these elegantly crafted silver buckles reflect the refined aesthetic of the Georgian or early Victorian period (circa 1800-1850).
The buckles are composed of a rectangular silver frame, adorned with a continuous row of square-cut purple paste stones. Each stone is carefully set in a closed-back setting, a technique commonly used in Georgian jewelry, designed to enhance the vibrancy of the stones by reflecting light. The double-prong mechanism suggests these were likely used for shoes or possibly a belt, adding a decorative and luxurious touch to period attire.
These buckles most likely date to the late Georgian or early Victorian period (circa 1800-1850). The use of paste stones, which were a popular substitute for precious gems, aligns with Georgian fashion trends, where such accessories were worn by both men and women on shoes, waistbands, and cloaks.
The craftsmanship and materials suggest a European origin, possibly France (Swan hallmark), where paste-set buckles were highly fashionable in the early 19th century. These buckles were typically worn by the upper class and aristocracy to display wealth and elegance, even when real gemstones were not used.
Paste jewelry—a form of hand-cut glass designed to imitate gemstones—was highly prized in the Georgian and Victorian eras, especially in France and England. Shoe buckles like these were often seen in court attire, ballroom fashion, and high-society evening wear, serving as statement pieces that complemented elaborate clothing styles.
Today, these antique paste-stone buckles are highly collectible, valued for their craftsmanship, historical significance, and elegant design. Whether preserved as a historical artifact or repurposed into jewelry, they remain a rare and beautiful example of 19th-century decorative accessories.
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- Weight:17.85 g
- Dimensions:Width: 1.19 in (30 mm)Length: 0.87 in (22 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1800-1850
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Rotterdam, NL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1630224671732
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