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Edwardian Paste

Edwardian Paste Pierced Heart Pendant
Edwardian Paste Pierced Heart Pendant

Edwardian Paste Pierced Heart Pendant

Located in New York, NY

Edwardian Paste Pierced Heart Pendant swivel mounted on a long silk grosgrain ribbon lariat with slide.

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Antique Late 19th Century American Edwardian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Elegant Edwardian Paste and Faux Pearl Brooch
Elegant Edwardian Paste and Faux Pearl Brooch

Elegant Edwardian Paste and Faux Pearl Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Elegant Edwardian Paste and Faux Pearl Brooch from the late 19th Century set in sterling.

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Antique 1890s French Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Long Edwardian Paste and Faux Pearl Earrings
Long Edwardian Paste and Faux Pearl Earrings

Long Edwardian Paste and Faux Pearl Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Lovely Delicate Edwardian Paste and Faux Pearl Earrings from the early 1900's.

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Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Dangle Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Amazing Edwardian Paste Dog Collar in Original Box
Amazing Edwardian Paste Dog Collar in Original Box

Amazing Edwardian Paste Dog Collar in Original Box

Located in New York, NY

Elegant Edwardian Paste Dog Collar in original Box circa 1900.

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20th Century German Edwardian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Edwardian Paste Flowerhead Bracelet
Edwardian Paste Flowerhead Bracelet

Edwardian Paste Flowerhead Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

Lovely paste set articulated flower link bracelet from the early 20th Century set in sterling silver. Paste stones have patinaed to a soft glow. Excellent condition, 1900 USA. 7....

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Early 20th Century Edwardian Link Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Exceptional Edwardian Paste Corsage Ornament
Exceptional Edwardian Paste Corsage Ornament

Exceptional Edwardian Paste Corsage Ornament

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional Edwardian Corsage Ornament set in silver with pastes.

Category

Antique 1870s French Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Silver

Lovely Edwardian Paste Haircomb, France
Lovely Edwardian Paste Haircomb, France

Lovely Edwardian Paste Haircomb, France

Located in New York, NY

An exquisite Belle Epoque haircomb from about 1890 of fine hand set pastes in a silvered metal mount. Excellent condition.

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20th Century French Edwardian Accessories

Edwardian Circular Ruby Brooch
Edwardian Circular Ruby Brooch

Edwardian Circular Ruby Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Edwardian paste and faux ruby cabochon brooch set in silvered metal.

Category

Early 20th Century American Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Base Metal

Paste Edwardian Earrings
Paste Edwardian Earrings

Paste Edwardian Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Paste Earrings in the "Garland" stlye from the turn of the century. These paste earrings are set in sterling silver. Very long and
Marked "Sterling" on screw back fixture

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Edwardian Crystal Paste and Gold Brooch
Edwardian Crystal Paste and Gold Brooch

Edwardian Crystal Paste and Gold Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Delicate Edwardian faceted crystal paste brooch set in 14k gold with genuine, focal pearl and black hard enamel decoration.

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Crystal, 14k Gold

Edwardian Marcasite and Paste set Earrings
Edwardian Marcasite and Paste set Earrings

Edwardian Marcasite and Paste set Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Rare older marcasite earrings frm the late 19th Century set with emerald pastes in sterling. Fully articulated with elements which move with wearer. Beautiful antique earrings with s...

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Early 20th Century European Edwardian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Murrle Bennet, Edwardian Period, Silver & Paste Necklace
Murrle Bennet, Edwardian Period, Silver & Paste Necklace

Murrle Bennet, Edwardian Period, Silver & Paste Necklace

By Murrle Bennett & Co.

Located in Brisbane City, QLD

The sterling silver necklace features an intricate Edwardian drop pendant fixed to a fine trace chain and resembles a double wreath hanging from an ornate paste set bow.

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Edwardian Earrings of Pink Paste Earrings
Antique Edwardian Earrings of Pink Paste Earrings

Antique Edwardian Earrings of Pink Paste Earrings

Located in Stamford, CT

Superb quality earrings designed with the flourish of garlands, have been made of foiled pastes in the manner of Georgian and Victorian earrings. The brilliant pastes are the rare pi...

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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Edwardian c.1900 Silver and Ruby Paste Antique Necklace
Edwardian c.1900 Silver and Ruby Paste Antique Necklace

Edwardian c.1900 Silver and Ruby Paste Antique Necklace

Located in Skelmersdale, GB

Wear this necklace with romantic frills to compliment its Edwardian elegance.

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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Antique Edwardian Gold-Filled Amethyst Paste Festoon Necklace, England
Antique Edwardian Gold-Filled Amethyst Paste Festoon Necklace, England

Antique Edwardian Gold-Filled Amethyst Paste Festoon Necklace, England

Located in Honolulu, HI

A perfect historical statement, this necklace embodies the graceful proportions and decorative artistry typical of Edwardian European craftsmanship. [DETAILS] • Origin: England • Era...

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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Gold-filled

Edwardian silver paste stones, faux  pearls pendant Necklace French.
Edwardian silver paste stones, faux  pearls pendant Necklace French.

Edwardian silver paste stones, faux pearls pendant Necklace French.

Located in Monroe Township, NJ

Embrace the allure of Edwardian elegance with our Antique European Silver Paste Grape Cluster Choker Necklace.

Category

Early 20th Century European Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Edwardian 925 Silver Marcasite Paste Double Monkey Figure Bar Brooch
Edwardian 925 Silver Marcasite Paste Double Monkey Figure Bar Brooch

Edwardian 925 Silver Marcasite Paste Double Monkey Figure Bar Brooch

Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.

It features marcasites and red paste. Circa 1910. Novelty brooches were popular in the Victorian and Edwardian eras.

Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Silver

Antique Edwardian 14K Gold, Opal, & Paste Signet Style Ring
Antique Edwardian 14K Gold, Opal, & Paste Signet Style Ring

Antique Edwardian 14K Gold, Opal, & Paste Signet Style Ring

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Simply a wonderful Edwardian ring! Date: Early 20th Century Overall Condition: It is in overall fair, as-pictured, used estate condition.

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Early 20th Century Edwardian Signet Rings

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold

Vintage Edwardian Emerald Paste Bow Brooch 1950s
Vintage Edwardian Emerald Paste Bow Brooch 1950s

Vintage Edwardian Emerald Paste Bow Brooch 1950s

Located in Wilmslow, GB

A delightful Vintage Edwardian Inspired Emerald Paste Brooch. Encrusted with stones, the double bow with drop design is eternally stylish and inspired by many aesthetic movements acr...

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Vintage 1950s Brooches

Antique Edwardian purple paste sautoir necklace, gold plated long chain
Antique Edwardian purple paste sautoir necklace, gold plated long chain

Antique Edwardian purple paste sautoir necklace, gold plated long chain

Located in NEWARK, GB

A beautiful antique, Edwardian era sautoir necklace. Late Edwardian era the necklace is a rolo link chain in gold plated brass, the chain intercepted with oval cut purple paste ston...

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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Edwardian 14 Karat Gold Silver Clear Paste Crescent Moon Pin Brooch
Edwardian 14 Karat Gold Silver Clear Paste Crescent Moon Pin Brooch

Edwardian 14 Karat Gold Silver Clear Paste Crescent Moon Pin Brooch

Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.

This is an Edwardian crescent moon pin brooch. It is crafted in 14K gold and silver.

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Early 20th Century Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Gold, Silver

c. 1900s Edwardian Silvered Metal Sword Jabot Pin with Amethyst Paste
c. 1900s Edwardian Silvered Metal Sword Jabot Pin with Amethyst Paste

c. 1900s Edwardian Silvered Metal Sword Jabot Pin with Amethyst Paste

Located in Honolulu, HI

A quintessential example of Edwardian-era elegance, this antique jabot pin is expertly crafted in the detailed form of a cavalry sword.

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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Silver, Silver Plate

Edwardian 9 Carat Gold Green Paste and Pearl Heart Brooch
Edwardian 9 Carat Gold Green Paste and Pearl Heart Brooch

Edwardian 9 Carat Gold Green Paste and Pearl Heart Brooch

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

A superb antique Edwardian heart brooch. Centrally set with a heart-cut dark green paste surrounded by beautiful seed pearls.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgian Style Paste Earrrings
Georgian Style Paste Earrrings

Georgian Style Paste Earrrings

Located in New York, NY

Attractive paste earrings from the late 19th Century set in sterling silver. A strip of etched gilt metal runs between the pastes. Screw back fittings. France 1890's made in an earli...

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20th Century French Edwardian Drop Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Paste and Silver Bracelet
Antique Paste and Silver Bracelet

Antique Paste and Silver Bracelet

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This gorgeous bracelet holds orbs of purple paste which catch the light beautifully. This bracelet and the paste are all modelled in silver. Length: 18cm Width: 8mm Weight: 16.7g

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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Link Bracelets

Materials

Silver

Hungarian Paste Grape Cluster Earrings
Hungarian Paste Grape Cluster Earrings

Hungarian Paste Grape Cluster Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Lovely sterling paste earrings set with faux sapphires in a grape cluster design. Gilt silver florets form the connectors for the earrings. Made in Hungary,late 19th, early 20th cent...

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Early 20th Century Hungarian Edwardian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Crescent Moon brooch, Turquoise paste, Sterling silver
Antique Crescent Moon brooch, Turquoise paste, Sterling silver

Antique Crescent Moon brooch, Turquoise paste, Sterling silver

Located in NEWARK, GB

A very stylish Edwardian, silver and paste crescent brooch. A beautiful curved moon set with pretty sparkling foiled paste stones and reconstituted turquoise.

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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Antique Paste and 9 Carat Gold Fringe Necklace
Antique Paste and 9 Carat Gold Fringe Necklace

Antique Paste and 9 Carat Gold Fringe Necklace

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This necklace is absolutely gorgeous! The paste are bright red and the necklace is modelled in 9carat gold. Length: 43.5cm Stone Dimensions: round 8mm / pear 11x8mm Weight: 15.9g

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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian More Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Colored Paste and Enamel Strutting Peacock Brooch, 1900
Colored Paste and Enamel Strutting Peacock Brooch, 1900

Colored Paste and Enamel Strutting Peacock Brooch, 1900

Located in New York, NY

Lovely Peacock brooch hand set with colorful pastes circa 1900,set in sterling silver. The neck and head are enamelled in tones of blue and green. European origin.
Excellent ...

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20th Century German Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

10K Gold Long Chain with Oblong and Purple Paste Stations
10K Gold Long Chain with Oblong and Purple Paste Stations

10K Gold Long Chain with Oblong and Purple Paste Stations

Located in Venice, CA

There are six stations—four are a cool oblong link with an architectural detail, two contain bezel set pale purple paste glass stones. Circa 1910, this is an Edwardian piece on the c...

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Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Chain Necklaces

Materials

10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sterling Silver and Paste Set Model of a Gentleman
Sterling Silver and Paste Set Model of a Gentleman

Sterling Silver and Paste Set Model of a Gentleman

By Edwin Thompson Bryant

Located in London, London

Carrying import marks for London, 1902 by Edwin Thompson Bryant, this handsome, antique silver model of a Gentleman, is wonderfully made with red and blue set paste to the Stand and ...

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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

A large emerald and clear paste 'lizard' brooch, c 1900.
A large emerald and clear paste 'lizard' brooch, c 1900.

A large emerald and clear paste 'lizard' brooch, c 1900.

Located in Greyabbey, County Down

A large striking sterling silver 'lizard' brooch, in serpentine form, set with old cut emerald and clear pastes, and a ruby paste 'eye', from the early 1900s. it is most probably mad...

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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Lavalier Necklace with White and Amethyst Paste Stones
Antique Sterling Silver Lavalier Necklace with White and Amethyst Paste Stones

Antique Sterling Silver Lavalier Necklace with White and Amethyst Paste Stones

Located in London, GB

Beautiful antique sterling silver lavalier necklace with white and soft amethyst paste stones, stamped 'Sterling' on the reverse of the pendant. This necklace is of rather a grand de...

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Early 20th Century Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Edwardian Style Earrings
Edwardian Style Earrings

Edwardian Style Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Long Edwardian style openwork earrings with pastes and faux pearls.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Dangle Earrings

Materials

Base Metal

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Antique Edwardian Paste Pendant Necklace Silver, circa 1910
Antique Edwardian Paste Pendant Necklace Silver, circa 1910

Antique Edwardian Paste Pendant Necklace Silver, circa 1910

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

WEIGHT: 9 grams PENDANT MEASURES: Width 15mm x Height 50mm x Depth 7mm CHAIN MEASURES: 15 inches METAL: Silver STONES: Paste AGE: Edwardian, Circa 1910 ORIGIN: United Kingdom ...

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Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Antique Edwardian Paste Collar Necklace Silver, circa 1915
Antique Edwardian Paste Collar Necklace Silver, circa 1915

Antique Edwardian Paste Collar Necklace Silver, circa 1915

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

This elegant Antique Edwardian collar necklace has been modelled in Sterling Silver and each link is set with a dazzling Paste stone weighing approx. 0.15ct.

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Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Edwardian Paste Stone Silver circa 1910 Rivière Necklace
Antique Edwardian Paste Stone Silver circa 1910 Rivière Necklace

Antique Edwardian Paste Stone Silver circa 1910 Rivière Necklace

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

This superb Silver Edwardian rivière necklace is adorned with an impressive array of shining paste stones.

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Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Link Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Antique Edwardian Paste Bow Brooch Silver, circa 1905 Boxed
Antique Edwardian Paste Bow Brooch Silver, circa 1905 Boxed

Antique Edwardian Paste Bow Brooch Silver, circa 1905 Boxed

Unavailable

W 1.54 in D 0.24 in L 3.94 in

Antique Edwardian Paste Bow Brooch Silver, circa 1905 Boxed

Located in Lancaster , GB

A spectacular Antique Edwardian bow brooch modelled in solid Silver and decorated with an array of sparkling white Paste Stones, the largest of which are impressive 1.75ct stones lin...

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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Silver

Antique Edwardian Paste Pearl Suffragette Brooch Silver, circa 1910
Antique Edwardian Paste Pearl Suffragette Brooch Silver, circa 1910

Antique Edwardian Paste Pearl Suffragette Brooch Silver, circa 1910

Located in Lancaster , GB

An exquisite antique Edwardian brooch decorated with pink and green Paste Stones and white Pearls which together represent the colours of the Suffragette movement which took place in...

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Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Silver

Antique Edwardian Paste Photo Locket Pendant Sterling Silver, circa 1915
Antique Edwardian Paste Photo Locket Pendant Sterling Silver, circa 1915

Antique Edwardian Paste Photo Locket Pendant Sterling Silver, circa 1915

Located in Kendal, GB

Additional Information: Material: Metal, Stone Metal: Sterling Silver/ Gold (tested) Stone: Paste Dimensions: H 69 x W 48 x D 9 mm Age: Edwardian.

Category

20th Century European Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Edwardian Drop Earrings Silver Paste, circa 1915
Antique Edwardian Drop Earrings Silver Paste, circa 1915

Antique Edwardian Drop Earrings Silver Paste, circa 1915

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

To read more please click continue reading below- These fabulous long antique Sterling Silver, old cut Paste earrings were made during the Edwardian period, Circa 1915.

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Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Drop Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Spectacular Antique Edwardian Silver Lazarus Emerald Paste Brooch
Spectacular Antique Edwardian Silver Lazarus Emerald Paste Brooch

Spectacular Antique Edwardian Silver Lazarus Emerald Paste Brooch

Located in Boston, Lincolnshire

This is a spectacular Edwardian period Emerald paste & Diamond Lazarus paste (glass) brooch in solid Sterling silver mount.

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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Huge Edwardian Silver Paste Shaker Locket Pendant Necklace
Huge Edwardian Silver Paste Shaker Locket Pendant Necklace

Huge Edwardian Silver Paste Shaker Locket Pendant Necklace

Located in Boston, Lincolnshire

A Large Edwardian Silver Gilt and paste locket pendant filled with a triplet black Opals and clear crystals on fancy Sterling Silver chain.

Category

Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Opal, Vermeil, Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Edwardian Suffragette Paste Pendant Necklace, circa 1901-1915
Antique Edwardian Suffragette Paste Pendant Necklace, circa 1901-1915

Antique Edwardian Suffragette Paste Pendant Necklace, circa 1901-1915

Located in Kendal, GB

A colourful antique Edwardian pendant made in support of the women’s Suffrage movement in the early 20th Century.

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20th Century European Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Antique Edwardian Pink White Paste Necklace Silver, circa 1905
Antique Edwardian Pink White Paste Necklace Silver, circa 1905

Antique Edwardian Pink White Paste Necklace Silver, circa 1905

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

This spectacular Silver Edwardian pink and white Paste collar necklace is Circa 1905.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Antique Edwardian Locket Pendant Paste Stone Silver, circa 1910
Antique Edwardian Locket Pendant Paste Stone Silver, circa 1910

Antique Edwardian Locket Pendant Paste Stone Silver, circa 1910

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

This beautiful antique Edwardian locket is modelled in Silver and features a central window haloed by lovely sparkling Paste Stones.

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Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Antique Edwardian Purple Paste Stone Lavaliere Necklace Silver, circa 1910
Antique Edwardian Purple Paste Stone Lavaliere Necklace Silver, circa 1910

Antique Edwardian Purple Paste Stone Lavaliere Necklace Silver, circa 1910

Located in Lancaster , GB

A spectacular antique Edwardian lavaliere necklace featuring a fabulous Silver gallery at the bottom decorated with sparkling white Paste stones and larger purple Pastes.

Category

Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Spectacular Antique Edwardian Gold Silver Paste Drop Earrings
Spectacular Antique Edwardian Gold Silver Paste Drop Earrings

Spectacular Antique Edwardian Gold Silver Paste Drop Earrings

Located in Boston, Lincolnshire

This is a spectacular Edwardian period c.1900 Diamond paste (glass) drop earrings in solid Silver mount with a gold hooks.

Category

Early 20th Century British Georgian Drop Earrings

Materials

9k Gold, Silver, Gold

Late Edwardian Pink-and-White Paste Rivière Necklace
Late Edwardian Pink-and-White Paste Rivière Necklace

Late Edwardian Pink-and-White Paste Rivière Necklace

Located in New York, NY

A very pretty late Edwardian/early Art Deco pink-and-white paste rivière necklace.

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Vintage 1910s More Necklaces

Amethyst Paste Edwardian Collar Necklace Silver Perfect for a Wedding, 1915
Amethyst Paste Edwardian Collar Necklace Silver Perfect for a Wedding, 1915

Amethyst Paste Edwardian Collar Necklace Silver Perfect for a Wedding, 1915

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

This spectacular sterling silver antique amethyst paste necklace is Circa 1915. The beautiful Edwardian necklace has lovely, deep, rich purple paste stones that are surrounded by wh...

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Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Link Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Edwardian Hand-Wrought Sterling & French Paste Brooch Circa 1905
Edwardian Hand-Wrought Sterling & French Paste Brooch Circa 1905

Edwardian Hand-Wrought Sterling & French Paste Brooch Circa 1905

Located in Burbank, CA

Offered here is an Edwardian hand-fashioned sterling silver brooch set with French paste stones, Circa 1905.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Brooches

Antique Green and White Paste Drop Earrings
Antique Green and White Paste Drop Earrings

Antique Green and White Paste Drop Earrings

Located in London, GB

A truly beautiful and very wearable pair of paste drop earrings. They really look like emeralds and diamonds and were made circa 1910, probably by the firm Lazarus who specialised in...

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20th Century British Edwardian Drop Earrings

Materials

Paste

Vintage paste shoe clips
Vintage paste shoe clips

Vintage paste shoe clips

Located in San Francisco, CA

Vintage shoe clips with ornate floral design. Probably made in France. 2 x 2 1/4 inches.

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20th Century Edwardian Accessories

Ultramarine Blue Paste Bracelet with Gold Filigree
Ultramarine Blue Paste Bracelet with Gold Filigree

Ultramarine Blue Paste Bracelet with Gold Filigree

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is an exceptionally well crafted ultramarine blue colored paste bracelet set in intricately executed fine brass filgree. Each of the stones is hand-set and pronged. The bracelet...

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20th Century Unknown Edwardian Link Bracelets

Gold Vintage Jewelry Blue Glass Synthetic Gemstone Paste Ring 1920s Dainty
Gold Vintage Jewelry Blue Glass Synthetic Gemstone Paste Ring 1920s Dainty

Gold Vintage Jewelry Blue Glass Synthetic Gemstone Paste Ring 1920s Dainty

Located in London, GB

This pretty little 9ct gold ring is a striking cobalt blue colour. The dainty style dates it to the early to mid 20th century. A delicate millegrain setting surrounds the synthetic o...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Other, 9k Gold

Edwardian Paste Spray
Edwardian Paste Spray

Edwardian Paste Spray

Located in New York, NY

Pastel Edwardian paste spray set in antique gilt wirework.

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20th Century American Edwardian Brooches

Edwardian Paste 18th Style Pendant Necklace
Edwardian Paste 18th Style Pendant Necklace

Edwardian Paste 18th Style Pendant Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Edwardian paste pendant necklace circa 1900 in an 18th C. style.

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20th Century French Edwardian More Necklaces

Antique Edwardian Paste Chandelier Earrings
Antique Edwardian Paste Chandelier Earrings

Antique Edwardian Paste Chandelier Earrings

Located in Stamford, CT

Fine Edwardian paste met the same standards as that of previous paste makers.

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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Edwardian Paste Bow Dress Ornament
Edwardian Paste Bow Dress Ornament

Edwardian Paste Bow Dress Ornament

Located in Baltimore, MD

Fantastic Edwardian large scale paste bow dress ornament c 1905.

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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian More Jewelry

Striking Color Display in an Edwardian Paste Necklace
Striking Color Display in an Edwardian Paste Necklace

Striking Color Display in an Edwardian Paste Necklace

By Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection

Located in Stamford, CT

Set in sterling silver circa 1900, a rare array of aqua, pink and clear pastes sit on the neck like rays of the sun. I have not seen this design before and it is sublime. Fifteen ra...

Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Link Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Edwardian Pearl and Paste Brooch
Edwardian Pearl and Paste Brooch

Edwardian Pearl and Paste Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Edwardian paste brooch in the Romantic Style, of faux pearls and pastes set in sterling silver.

Category

Early 20th Century French Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Edwardian Velvet Choker Necklace, Amethyst Paste
Antique Edwardian Velvet Choker Necklace, Amethyst Paste

Antique Edwardian Velvet Choker Necklace, Amethyst Paste

Located in NEWARK, GB

A truly beautiful antique Edwardian era, velvet and Amethyst paste choker necklace.

Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Edwardian Sterling Marcasite and Ruby Paste earring
Edwardian Sterling Marcasite and Ruby Paste earring

Edwardian Sterling Marcasite and Ruby Paste earring

Located in New York, NY

Lovely articulated marcasite and sterling earrings from the Edwardian period. Ruby pastes were used to resemble real rubies and the entire earring is segmented and jointed to move wi...

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20th Century British Edwardian Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Edwardian 9ct Gold Back & Front Paste Locket
Antique Edwardian 9ct Gold Back & Front Paste Locket

Antique Edwardian 9ct Gold Back & Front Paste Locket

Located in Portland, England

A charming Edwardian 9ct gold front and back paste floral locket.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Antique Sterling Silver and Paste Bow Brooch, Edwardian
Antique Sterling Silver and Paste Bow Brooch, Edwardian

Antique Sterling Silver and Paste Bow Brooch, Edwardian

Located in NEWARK, GB

A sweet little Edwardian sterling silver and paste bow brooch. A dainty stylised bow with flowing ribbons in cool silver set with sparkling paste.

Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Edwardian Silver Paste Georgian Style Necklace
Edwardian Silver Paste Georgian Style Necklace

Edwardian Silver Paste Georgian Style Necklace

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

Stunning Georgian inspired silver paste necklace. The sparkle on this piece is just beautiful and sits perfectly. Length: 16 1/2inches

Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Georgian More Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Antique Edwardian fancy link bracelet, Pink and Blue paste
Antique Edwardian fancy link bracelet, Pink and Blue paste

Antique Edwardian fancy link bracelet, Pink and Blue paste

Located in NEWARK, GB

It fastens with a dog clip fastener and is unmarked, Edwardian era, early 1900s Condition: Good used condition overall with some signs of use and wear commensurate with age, overall...

Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Chain Bracelets

Materials

Steel

Edwardian silver, paste and paste pearl sautoir and matching earrings, French.
Edwardian silver, paste and paste pearl sautoir and matching earrings, French.

Edwardian silver, paste and paste pearl sautoir and matching earrings, French.

Located in Greyabbey, County Down

A beautiful and elegant set of a double pendant necklace and drop earrings, in sterling silver, from the 1900s. The 'grape' motif runs throughout, suspended from each of the two term...

Category

Vintage 1910s French Drop Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Paisley Cocoon Coat
Victorian Paisley Cocoon Coat

Victorian Paisley Cocoon Coat

Located in New York, NY

Fully lined in new silk with an antique Edwardian paste stone clasp.

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Early 20th Century Coats and Outerwear

Antique Edwardian Brooch Wreath Brooch Enamel and paste rhinestone pin
Antique Edwardian Brooch Wreath Brooch Enamel and paste rhinestone pin

Antique Edwardian Brooch Wreath Brooch Enamel and paste rhinestone pin

Located in Nashville, TN

This beautiful Edwardian wreath brooch, with detailed enamel painted leaves in the iciest shade of blue, accented by silver claw set rhinestones, is the perfect finishing touch to an...

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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Enamel

Edwardian French silver paste long drop earrings, 1900s
Edwardian French silver paste long drop earrings, 1900s

Edwardian French silver paste long drop earrings, 1900s

Located in Greyabbey, County Down

Beautiful hand set paste drop earrings, set in sterling silver, with bow and floral motifs. All articulated, with closed backs/settings, these earrings have silver post fittings, for...

Category

Vintage 1910s French Drop Earrings

Materials

Silver

Charming 'figure of eight' design Edwardian gilt and paste choker necklace
Charming 'figure of eight' design Edwardian gilt and paste choker necklace

Charming 'figure of eight' design Edwardian gilt and paste choker necklace

Located in Greyabbey, County Down

Such an unusual delicate collar. This piece feeds into the contemporary taste for chokers but is very refined. As a statement with a very simple evening dress or even on a bride this...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Edwardian baroque gilt and paste bracelet, with matching earrings
Edwardian baroque gilt and paste bracelet, with matching earrings

Edwardian baroque gilt and paste bracelet, with matching earrings

Located in Greyabbey, County Down

Striking and baroque Edwardian dramatic bracelet and matching hook earrings, in gilded metal and beautiful 'old cut' paste.

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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Gilt Metal

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Back & Front, Edwardian Heart Shaped Floral Paste Locket
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Back & Front, Edwardian Heart Shaped Floral Paste Locket

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Back & Front, Edwardian Heart Shaped Floral Paste Locket

Located in Brighton, GB

This heart-shaped piece features a fabulous hand-engraved flower set with paste stones, adding a distinctive touch of sophistication.

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Edwardian 9K Yellow Gold Blue Paste and Pearl Swallow Wishbone Brooch
Antique Edwardian 9K Yellow Gold Blue Paste and Pearl Swallow Wishbone Brooch

Antique Edwardian 9K Yellow Gold Blue Paste and Pearl Swallow Wishbone Brooch

Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB

An antique blue paste, pearl, and yellow gold brooch, set with a round cut blue paste, and ten seed pearls, set in 9 karat yellow gold, with a silver pin. The brooch is adorned wit...

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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique French Gilded Bronze Picture Frame - Paste Stones c.1900
Antique French Gilded Bronze Picture Frame - Paste Stones c.1900

Antique French Gilded Bronze Picture Frame - Paste Stones c.1900

Located in Bath, GB

A stunning antique French gilded bronze / Ormolu picture frame beautifully restored to it's former glory. The top is crowned with a ribbon and bow mount and behind the glass are stu...

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Vintage 1930s French Edwardian Picture Frames

Materials

Bronze

A White Paste and Metal Starburst Tiara
A White Paste and Metal Starburst Tiara

A White Paste and Metal Starburst Tiara

Located in Amsterdam, NL

A tiara with five paste stars set on a metal headband, inlined with blue velvet. On both sides are twelve radiating combs, descending in size. Provenance: The Late Lady Chalfont, of ...

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Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Vanity Items

Materials

Base Metal

A very large silver and paste' lizard' brooch, c1900s
A very large silver and paste' lizard' brooch, c1900s

A very large silver and paste' lizard' brooch, c1900s

Located in Greyabbey, County Down

A very large striking sterling silver 'lizard' brooch, in serpentine form, set with old cut emerald and clear pastes, and a ruby paste 'eye', from the early 1900s. it is most probabl...

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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Silver

Antique Heart Shaped Locket, 9k Gold Front and Back, Paste
Antique Heart Shaped Locket, 9k Gold Front and Back, Paste

Antique Heart Shaped Locket, 9k Gold Front and Back, Paste

Located in NEWARK, GB

The locket has a smooth polished finish and the front is set with a little cluster of paste stones in a star shape with a single red paste to the centre.

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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Silver

Antique Amethyst and Paste Stone Ring, 9 Karat Gold
Antique Amethyst and Paste Stone Ring, 9 Karat Gold

Antique Amethyst and Paste Stone Ring, 9 Karat Gold

Located in NEWARK, GB

A pretty antique Amethyst and paste stone ring. It is a boat head style ring in 9kt yellow gold. It has three lovely mixed cut Amethyst stones with a light and rich purple tone int...

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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 9k Gold

A very pretty silver and paste articulated 'cascade' necklace, English, c1900s
A very pretty silver and paste articulated 'cascade' necklace, English, c1900s

A very pretty silver and paste articulated 'cascade' necklace, English, c1900s

Located in Greyabbey, County Down

A delicate and very eye catching pendant necklace - a high quality paste centre piece set in sterling silver, with articulated drops, attached to a fine sterling silver chain, that s...

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Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Antique Acorn and Oak Leaf Brooch, Sterling Silver, Enamel and Paste
Antique Acorn and Oak Leaf Brooch, Sterling Silver, Enamel and Paste

Antique Acorn and Oak Leaf Brooch, Sterling Silver, Enamel and Paste

Located in NEWARK, GB

The brooch is marked Sterl S tests as sterling silver, c1900s, Edwardian era. It has an old C type clasp and an attached safety chain.

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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

A pair of articulated multi hoop silver and paste drop earrings, French, c1900s
A pair of articulated multi hoop silver and paste drop earrings, French, c1900s

A pair of articulated multi hoop silver and paste drop earrings, French, c1900s

Located in Greyabbey, County Down

A very pretty pair of silver paste drop earrings, from the Edwardian era, with hand set stones in silver.

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Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Drop Earrings

Materials

Silver

Antique French Gilded Bronze Picture Frame, Paste Stones, circa 1900
Antique French Gilded Bronze Picture Frame, Paste Stones, circa 1900

Antique French Gilded Bronze Picture Frame, Paste Stones, circa 1900

Located in Bath, GB

A stunning Ormolu photograph frame restored to it's former glory, dating from circa 1900. The central circular aperture (measuring 2 3/4" in diameter) is surrounded with paste sto...

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Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Picture Frames

Materials

Bronze

Antique Gilded French Bronze Photograph Frame with Paste Stone Decoration
Antique Gilded French Bronze Photograph Frame with Paste Stone Decoration

Antique Gilded French Bronze Photograph Frame with Paste Stone Decoration

Located in Bath, GB

A most unusual late 19th-early 20th century French Ormolu picture frame made from bronze and lavishly decorated with gold, having been professionally restored to it's former glory. ...

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Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Picture Frames

Materials

Bronze

16 Royal Doulton Cobalt Blue Dinner Plates, Raised Paste Gold Rose Medallions
16 Royal Doulton Cobalt Blue Dinner Plates, Raised Paste Gold Rose Medallions

16 Royal Doulton Cobalt Blue Dinner Plates, Raised Paste Gold Rose Medallions

By Royal Doulton

Located in Great Barrington, MA

A set of 16 Royal Doulton cobalt blue border dinner plates with exquisite raised paste gold roses, embellishing the deep cobalt borders. Extremely versatile as both service/presentat...

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Vintage 1920s English Edwardian Dinner Plates

Materials

Gold

Antique French Gilded Bronze Photograph/Picture Frame, Amethyst Paste circa 1910
Antique French Gilded Bronze Photograph/Picture Frame, Amethyst Paste circa 1910

Antique French Gilded Bronze Photograph/Picture Frame, Amethyst Paste circa 1910

Located in Bath, GB

A stunning French bronze doré photo frame having a grey silk taffeta backing mounted with gilded bronze motifs; a floral garland, baskets of flowers and flowers. The central glaze...

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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Picture Frames

Materials

Bronze

Lover’s Eye Locket Pink Blush Biwa Pearls Necklace
Lover’s Eye Locket Pink Blush Biwa Pearls Necklace

Lover’s Eye Locket Pink Blush Biwa Pearls Necklace

By Karen Sugarman Designs

Located in Colleyville, TX

An indelible and beautiful hand-painted watercolor of a miniature Lover’s Eye was recently commissioned to marry the charming folklore of it’s antique counterparts with a gorgeous Ed...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Edwardian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver, Vermeil

Edwardian Paste Starburst Brooch
Edwardian Paste Starburst Brooch

Edwardian Paste Starburst Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Edwardian paste starburst brooch circa 1900, the crystal paste vari size stones are set in sterling silver.

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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

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Materials

Pearl, Star Sapphire, 10k Gold, Gold

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Edwardian Pearl and 9 Carat Gold Flower Brooch

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Located in Chipping Campden, GB

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Materials

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By Vicki Orr

Located in Naples, FL

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By Tutti Frutti Jewellery

Located in Bangkok, TH

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Georgian Victorian Almandine Garnets Gold Riviere Necklace

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Located in Napoli, IT

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Materials

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Edwardian Old Cut Diamond Foliate Scroll Tiara in Silver and Gold
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Located in London, England

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Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Tiara Haircomb Necklace, circa 1880s
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Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE

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Located in Baltimore, MD

Wonderful Edwardian moonstone necklace set in silver. It is said if your lover gives you a moonstone necklace when the moon is full you will always have a passion for each other. Mo...

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Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Drop Necklaces

Materials

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Vivienne Westwood Velvet Blouson Jacket
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By Vivienne Westwood

Located in Berlin, BE

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Vintage turquoise beaded silk sheer floral layered wedding slip dress gown M L
Vintage turquoise beaded silk sheer floral layered wedding slip dress gown M L

Vintage turquoise beaded silk sheer floral layered wedding slip dress gown M L

Located in Milano, Lombardia

LOVE LALI VINTAGE A breathtaking vintage gown. I would estimate this to be from around the late 90's. It has a pale blue lining which is overlayed with a sheer turquoise layer that ...

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Late Victorian Opal and Diamond Tiara

Late Victorian Opal and Diamond Tiara

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Late Victorian Opal and Diamond Tiara

Located in London, GB

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Materials

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Located in San Francisco, CA

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Edwardian 4.47 Carat Amethyst and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
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Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

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Materials

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Thierry Mugler Couture Pink Flame Beaded Silk Gown
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Thierry Mugler Couture Pink Flame Beaded Silk Gown

By Thierry Mugler Couture, Thierry Mugler

Located in Concord, NC

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Exceptional Art Deco Mazer Pendant Brooch

Exceptional Art Deco Mazer Pendant Brooch

By Mazer

Located in New York, NY

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Edwardian Paste For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate edwardian paste for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Silver, Sterling Silver and Gold. You can easily find a 82 antique edition and 1 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect edwardian paste among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a edwardian paste has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection and Karen Sugarman Designs are consistently popular. A edwardian paste of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Pearl, from our inventory of 4, is particularly popular. See these pages for an emerald cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also cabochon cut and cushion cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a edwardian paste, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Edwardian Paste?

The price for a edwardian paste starts at $204 and tops out at $7,200 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $836.

A Close Look at Edwardian Jewelry

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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