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Listing Description by: Angela A.
The Piece
Age Circa: Victorian C. 1837 - 1901
Markings: Unmarked, tested, and guaranteed
Country of Origin: Unknown
Brand: Unknown
Gram Weight: 15.6 grams
Metal Type: .925 sterling silver
Material: --
Main Stone: Turquoise
Main Stone Measurements/Color:
- Length: 3.32 mm to 3.97 mm
- Width: 2.86 mm to 3.12 mm
- Color: opaque bright blue and aqua-green hues with minor brown speckling
Accent Stone: --
Accent Stone Measurements/Color: --
Stone Treatment: The stone(s) appear to be untreated, but we are not certified gemologists. Stone(s) have been tested and guaranteed using a professional Presidium Duo refractive, heat, and hardness tester.
Stone Cuts: Carved and polished cabochon
Item Measurements:
- Length: 2.15"
- Width: 1.26"
Collectible Type: Sash/Belt Buckle
Men's or Women's: Women's
Notable Features:
- This large belt, cape, or sash buckle was handmade during the Victorian era
- Composed of .925 sterling silver with a yellow gold wash
- Beautiful turquoise stones adorn the oval buckle
- Features three swiveling prongs in the center that can be rotated to secure a sash or belt in place
Damage: Age appropriate wear. Three turquoise stones are missing from the buckle, which can be replaced by your local jeweler. This item is slightly tarnished in places, which is to be expected of an item this age. One of the prongs is slightly bent, which prevents the prongs from fully rotating and being able to be secured into fabric; this can be repaired by your local jeweler. The price of this item has been reduced to reflect this.
*This listing is for the item only. All display boxes and/or photography props do not come with your purchase.*
The History
The Victorian era took place from the year 1836 to the year 1901, which was the span of Queen Victoria’s reign. Queen Victoria’s style was undoubtedly influential on the fashions of her country and ultimately led to three distinct jewelry trends emerging from the era. The first of these three styles was the Romantic period. The Romantic period was impacted by the Georgian period, which preceded it. The second period was the Grand period, which was primarily defined by mourning jewelry and the trends surrounding it. The final period was the Aesthetic period. The Aesthetic period was more lighthearted and airy than the previous periods and focused on aesthetic beauty and joy. This era features floral, natural, and feminine motifs, and utilized chased gold designs, enamel, and seed pearls.
Turquoise is found all over the world and has been a popular semi-precious stone used in jewelry and art for thousands of years by many different cultures; from prehistoric times to the present. Turquoise comes in many beautiful color variations; from the popular bright solid sky-blue hues to dark blue hues with dark spiderwebbing throughout, as well as aqua, teal, and many green varieties, and even some rare white with dark spiderwebbing.
