Antique Vintage Victorian Berlin Iron Cut Steel French Geometric Shoe Buckles

Description

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Listing Description by: Dylan L.
The Piece
Age Circa:
Victorian C. 1837 - 1901
Markings:
Marked "M.G" and "FRANCE" on both the top and backs of the central bar running through the shoe buckles, Tested, and Guaranteed
Country of Origin:
France
Brand:
M.G Makers Mark
Gram Weight:
39.4 Grams
Metal Type:
Berlin Iron Cut Steel
Material:
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Main Stone:
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Main Stone Measurements/Color:
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Accent Stone:
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Accent Stone Measurements/Color:
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Stone Treatment:
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Stone Cuts:
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Item Measurements:
The shoe buckles measure 1.60" long by 2.13" wide.
Collectible Type:
Shoe Buckles
Men's or Women's:
Unisex
Notable Features:
These gorgeous shoe buckles were handmade by an artisan for the M.G. company in France.
These items are composed of Berlin iron cut steel, and have gorgeous reflective angles on each section.
The buckles are adorned with semi-circular and round portions, which add to the handmade appearance of the item.
Damage:
Age appropriate wear. The steel is ever so slightly tarnished, which adds a lovely antique appearance to the item, and is to be expected of shoe buckles this age. 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.
Cut steel jewelry is a style that researchers argue date back to the 16th century. A popular type of jewelry during wartime due to a decrease in trade and access to precious metals and stones, cut steel jewelry makers often sought to replicate the sparkly and eye-catching beauty of more expensive types of jewelry. It was particularly popular during the Napoleonic Wars. Because steel jewelry is more fragile than other antique jewelry, very little has survived to present day, making it a valuable and collectible type of jewelry today.
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