About the Item
A beautiful Elizabeth Locke 18 karat gold Venetian glass brooch with citrine. The vintage brooch is a cameo etched in Venetian glass. To make their gorgeous intaglio pieces, Elizabeth Locke’s brand uses 17th century glass molds. Usually, the glass is backed with a mother-of-pearl layer. It truly brings out the vibrancy of the colored glass. Six citrines beam out on the brooch’s perimeter. This Elizabeth Locke pin carries a lot of character and drama. This special piece will add a great mixture of an old-time jewel with a contemporary feel to your style. The vintage pin is made of 18 karat yellow gold (stamped), Venetian glass, mother-of-pearl and accented with six emerald cut citrines (total weight approximately 3.50 carats). This 18k gold brooch is stamped with Elizabeth Locke maker's mark and a hallmark for 18k gold. The vintage 18k gold pin measures 2 ¼” x 1 ½” (5.5 x 3.8 cm) and weighs 29.3 grams. About Elizabeth Locke Brand: As a life-long explorer of the Etruscans, Greeks and Romans jewelry, Elizabeth Locke knew what style she was passionate about. She started to create her Neo-classical hand-made pieces in 1989. She thought it would be a sideline for her work as a writer. Soon she opened a store in Manhattan and later in Virginia. Today unique Elizabeth Locke jewels are sought-after by those who love her take on the ancient aesthetic. In her jewelry making Elizabeth selects each gemstone and designs every element by herself. She travels around the globe to the European markets and antique shows. She focuses on intaglios, 19th century micromosaics and pietra duras. Elizabeth Locke jewelers bring her vision to life by using centuries old goldsmith techniques. One of Locke’s signatures is Venetian glass. All the pieces are handmade by using 17th century glass molds. Greek and Roman mythology inspire the intaglio etched images, which makes Elizabeth Locke’s jewels not only beautiful but also symbolic. About Citrine Jewelry: If you are looking for a cheerful, warm stone, then citrine is your best bet. The gem’s name can be tracked down to the French word “citron”, which translated to lemon. The name indicates the stone’s notable color. Citrine is a yellow to orange variety of quartz and shares its durability. Traces of iron are responsible for citrine’s color. Among all the yellow precious gems this one is the most popular. Quartz and its varieties have been used in jewelry making for thousands of years. Today we still can find natural, untreated citrine from the Victorian era. The gem’s popularity peaked during the Art Deco era in the early 20th century. Citrine tones range from lemon yellow to brownish shades of amber. The quality of the stone can be judged by a clear, radiant yellow-to-brownish color. Some citrines can provide orange flashes inside. Modern citrines are mostly treated to enhance the color. Naturally, citrines are on a pale yellow color range, sometimes with a smoky brown tone.
More Details
Creator:
Elizabeth Locke
Metal:
18k Gold,Yellow Gold
Stone:
Citrine
Stone Cut:
Emerald Cut
Weight:
29.3 g
Dimensions:
Height: 2.25 in (57.15 mm)Width: 1.5 in (38.1 mm)
Place of Origin:
United States
Period:
1980-1989
Date of Manufacture:
1980s
Condition:
GoodWear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Beverly Hills, CA
Reference Number:
Seller: UNOO 2-251stDibs: LU6925565462

Reserve: $4,400.00

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