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Lucky Weasel Tail Brooch
$59.95Historically, the weasel's tail has been most commonly associated with wealth and protection. It also functioned as a good-luck charm due to its connections with stealth, cleverness, and perceived magickal power. In contemporary contexts, the lucky weasel tail brooch is considered a collectable example of vintage fashion and macabre art. Modern practitioners of folk magick and occult traditions often regard it as a personal talisman that assists the wearer in navigating the unseen and fosters trust in intuition. This vintage brooch features a preserved weasel tail, securely enclosed within a silver-plated fitting. The brooch measures 8.5cm in length and 1cm in diameter, and its clasp enclosure is in excellent working condition. Only one is available. Specifications Description: Lucky Weasel Tail Brooch Date: Approximately 20th Century Maker: Unknown Condition: Very good PLEASE NOTE Our antique and vintage collections are second-hand items. Customers are not purchasing ‘new’, ‘perfect’ or ‘unworn items’, and as such, should expect wear and imperfections. It is expected that these pieces will show normal wear and tear, given their age. Wear could include patina, scuffs, and light scratches or chips. Images are of actual items. Please review the photos carefully before purchasing and reach out if you have any questions.
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Lucky Grouse Foot Brooch
$49.95Originating from Scottish folklore, the lucky grouse foot brooch is believed to bring good fortune. Popularised during the Victorian and Edwardian periods, these talismans were traditionally worn to promote success in hunting and serve as symbols of good luck. In a contemporary context, the lucky grouse foot brooch has transitioned from a functional hunting talisman into a highly collectable piece of vintage fashion and macabre art. Contemporary folk magick and occult enthusiasts often view the brooch as a powerful protective amulet, for its sharp, claw-like appearance is seen as a way to scratch away bad luck, ill will, or negative spirits. This vintage brooch features a preserved grouse foot and a silver ball ring on its middle toe. Measuring 7.5cm in length, 3cm in width, and 2cm in depth, it appears to be silver, and the C-clasp enclosure is in excellent working condition. Only one is available. Specifications Description: Lucky Grouse Foot Brooch Date: 20th Century Maker: Unknown Condition: Good PLEASE NOTE Our antique and vintage collections are second-hand items. Customers are not purchasing ‘new’, ‘perfect’ or ‘unworn items’, and as such, should expect wear and imperfections. It is expected that these pieces will show normal wear and tear, given their age. Wear could include patina, scuffs, and light scratches or chips. Images are of actual items. Please review the photos carefully before purchasing and reach out if you have any questions.
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Lucky Grouse Foot Brooch ‘Deer Antlers’
$29.95Originating from Scottish folklore, the lucky grouse foot brooch is believed to bring good fortune. Popularised during the Victorian and Edwardian periods, these talismans were traditionally worn to promote success in hunting and serve as symbols of good luck. In a contemporary context, the lucky grouse foot brooch has transitioned from a functional hunting talisman into a highly collectable piece of vintage fashion and macabre art. Contemporary folk magick and occult enthusiasts often view the brooch as a powerful protective amulet, for its sharp, claw-like appearance is seen as a way to scratch away bad luck, ill will, or negative spirits. This vintage brooch features a preserved grouse foot, and an amber-coloured gemstone, possibly Citrine, set within a deer’s head and antlers motif. Measuring 7.5cm in length, 3cm in width, and 2cm in depth, it features a C-clasp enclosure and a safety chain, both in excellent working condition. Only one is available. Specifications Description: Lucky Grouse Foot Brooch Date: 20th Century Hallmark: Mizpah accompanied by two hearts pierced by an arrow Maker: Ward Brothers, Glasgow, Scotland Condition: Good, part of the centre claw is missing and is priced accordingly PLEASE NOTE Our antique and vintage collections are second-hand items. Customers are not purchasing ‘new’, ‘perfect’ or ‘unworn items’, and as such, should expect wear and imperfections. It is expected that these pieces will show normal wear and tear, given their age. Wear could include patina, scuffs, and light scratches or chips. Images are of actual items. Please review the photos carefully before purchasing and reach out if you have any questions.
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Hunting Trophy ‘Deer Hoof Cuff Link’
$125.00This antique cuff link, crafted in 835 silver, represents a traditional Bavarian hunting trophy historically worn by both men and women to attract good fortune during hunts. The integration of oak leaves and acorns with a deer hoof is characteristic of Alpine hunting jewellery and is estimated to originate from the late nineteenth century (circa 1880) to the early twentieth century (circa 1930). Incorporating the actual animal trophy, specifically the deer hoof, alongside silver representations of oak leaves and acorns, served to commemorate the hunt. Within Alpine culture, especially in Bavaria and Austria, the oak tree is regarded as the King of the Forest and symbolises a hunter's strength, endurance, and triumph. This cuff link measuring 3.2cm in length, 1.6cm in width, and 2.6cm in depth, is likely one of a pair and may represent a unique piece. The accompanying photograph depicts the actual object; only a single piece is available. Specifications Description: Traditional hunting trophy cuff link crafted from antique silver and natural deer hoof. Date: Mid-20th century, specifically the 1930s. Origin: German or Austrian hunting jewellery Materials: 835 silver mountings and natural deer hoof. Condition: Excellent and entirely original. The cuff link mechanism functions perfectly. Hallmarks: 835, RF, accompanied by two birds (resembling swallows or eagles) with a 3V integrated into the design. Makers Mark: R F is the maker’s mark for Reiner & Faig, a well-known German manufacturer based in Pforzheim, Germany, which was a historic hub for jewellery production. Operating primarily during the mid-20th century (roughly the 1920s through the 1950s), the firm specialised in high-quality traditional Alpine jewellery (Trachten) and silver accessories. Silver Purity: Reiner & Faig pieces are most frequently found with the "835" stamp, which was the standard fineness for German silver of that era, particularly for durable items like charivari charms and hunting trophies. PLEASE NOTE Our antique and vintage collections are second-hand items. Customers are not purchasing ‘new’, ‘perfect’ or ‘unworn items’, and as such, should expect wear and imperfections. It is expected that these pieces will show normal wear and tear, given their age. Wear could include patina, scuffs, and light scratches or chips. Images are of actual items. Please review the photos carefully before purchasing and reach out if you have any questions.
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Hunting Trophy ‘Fox Canine Brooch’
$95.00This antique brooch represents traditional Austrian hunting jewellery historically worn by both men and women to attract good fortune during hunts. The combination of fox canines and coniferous motifs, such as pine or larch, represents a balance between the hunter’s mastery over nature and a deep spiritual respect for the forest and its cycles. Historically, these teeth were worn as talismans believed to bestow the fox’s agility and stealth upon the wearer. Beyond being a trophy, animal teeth were historically worn as luck-bringing amulets to ensure success in future hunts. This 1950s Austrian hunting trophy is a rare piece. It showcases two embedded fox canines on either side of silverwork depicting local flora, either pine or larch. The hallmarks on the brooch's swing-arm clasp are illegible; possibly German silver. This one-of-a-kind piece measures about 4cm in length, 3.5cm in width, and 1cm in depth. The accompanying photograph depicts the actual object, and only one is available. Specifications Description: Traditional hunting trophy featuring fox canines adorned with coniferous motifs Date: Mid-20th century, specifically the 1950s Maker: Unknown Hallmarks: Two hallmarks are visible on the brooch’s swing-arm however both are illegible Origin: Austria Condition: Good, one canine is incomplete, and is priced accordingly PLEASE NOTE Our antique and vintage collections are second-hand items. Customers are not purchasing ‘new’, ‘perfect’ or ‘unworn items’, and as such, should expect wear and imperfections. It is expected that these pieces will show normal wear and tear, given their age. Wear could include patina, scuffs, and light scratches or chips. Images are of actual items. Please review the photos carefully before purchasing and reach out if you have any questions.
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Hunting Trophy ‘Austrian Feather Brooch’
$95.00Austrian hunting brooches, referred to as Jagdabzeichen or hunting pins, are traditional accessories typically worn on Tyrolean hats or hunting vests. Vintage specimens often feature small feathers and metalwork designed to secure real bird feathers, frequently depicting game birds arranged to resemble tails or wings. This artefact is notable for its rarity and features four delicate feathers set within an intricately crafted silver casing. Although a silver hallmark is present, it is illegible. Measuring 5.6cm in length, and 2.5cm wide, this brooch is structurally robust, and the C-clasp on the reverse is fully functional. Only one is available. Specifications Description: Hunting Trophy Brooch Date: Approximately early 20th Century Hallmark: present but illegible Maker: Unknown Condition: Very good PLEASE NOTE Our antique and vintage collections are second-hand items. Customers are not purchasing ‘new’, ‘perfect’ or ‘unworn items’, and as such, should expect wear and imperfections. It is expected that these pieces will show normal wear and tear, given their age. Wear could include patina, scuffs, and light scratches or chips. Images are of actual items. Please review the photos carefully before purchasing and reach out if you have any questions.
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Antique Horn Brooch ‘Butterfly’
$125.00Carved horn jewellery achieved significant popularity during the Art Nouveau era, serving as a deliberate response to the mass production characteristic of the Industrial Revolution. These pieces emphasized the artisan's craftsmanship rather than the intrinsic value of the material, resulting in each item being a unique work of art. This antique Art Nouveau brooch features a meticulously hand-carved horn insect, rendered in the form of a butterfly. The piece may be attributed to either Elisabeth Bonte (1897-1990) or Georges Pierie (1873-1943), both recognised for their contributions to the period. Although unsigned, the intricate carving demonstrates exceptional artistry. The brass knuckle fitting and C-clasp on the reverse remain functional and well-preserved. Measuring an impressive 10.5cm in length, 2.5cm at its widest point, and 1cm in depth, this rare example represents a distinguished addition to a specialised collection. Only one is available. Specifications Description: Horn Brooch Origin: Unknown Period: Art Nouveau, 1890 – 1910 Condition: Excellent Closure Type: C-clasp Length: H10.5cm x W2.5cm, approximately PLEASE NOTE Our antique and vintage collections are second-hand items. Customers are not purchasing 'new', 'perfect' or 'unworn items', and as such, should expect wear and imperfections. It is expected that these pieces will show normal wear and tear, given their age. Wear could include patina, scuffs, and light scratches or chips. Images are of actual items. Please review the photos carefully before purchasing and reach out if you have any questions.
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Jet Brooch ‘Rose’
$295.00This rare Victorian mourning brooch, hand-carved from genuine Jet, features a meticulous rose at its centre. Its exceptional preservation and minimal wear underscore both its superior craftsmanship and the care it has received. Jet is the fossilised wood of Araucaria araucana (Monkey Puzzle) and related species, which thrived during the Jurassic period, approximately 150 to 180 million years ago. Valued for its deep, lustrous black colour and exceptional rarity, Jet gained prominence in the Victorian era (1860–1890). During this time, black jewellery evolved beyond mourning adornment to represent a sophisticated symbol of style. Items made from Jet, bog oak, vulcanite, or pressed horn frequently held significant personal meaning, functioning as mementoes of affection, loss, and remembrance. The rose motif on this brooch held particular significance in Victorian symbolism, representing love, beauty, and the nuanced interplay between joy and sorrow. This brooch serves as a tangible link to the period's artistic and emotional values, encapsulating its symbolic resonance. Specifications Description: Whitby Jet Condition: Original, very good Colour: Lustrous black Closure Type: C-Clasp Period: Victorian era (1837-1901), late 19th century Dimensions: H3.6cm x W2.8cm x D2cm, approximately PLEASE NOTE Our antique and vintage collections are second-hand items. Customers are not purchasing 'new', 'perfect' or 'unworn items', and as such, should expect wear and imperfections. It is expected that these pieces will show normal wear and tear, given their age. Wear could include patina, scuffs, and light scratches or chips. Images are of actual items. Please review the photos carefully before purchasing and reach out if you have any questions.
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Jet Cameo Brooch ‘Lady with Headband’
$295.00This antique mourning brooch represents a rare example of Victorian craftsmanship. Hand-carved from genuine Jet, it displays an ornate portrait cameo with refined facial features and an elaborate design characteristic of the period. The artefact remains exceptionally well-preserved, exhibiting minimal wear and exemplifying high-quality workmanship. Jet is the fossilised wood of Araucaria araucana (Monkey Puzzle) and related species, which flourished during the Jurassic period, approximately 150 to 180 million years ago. Renowned for its deep, lustrous black colour and rarity, Jet became prominent in the Victorian era (1860–1890). During this period, black jewellery transitioned from solely mourning adornment to a sophisticated symbol of style. Objects crafted from Jet, bog oak, vulcanite, or pressed horn often held significant personal meaning, serving as mementoes of affection, loss, and remembrance. Victorian cameos typically featured delicate and intricate carvings, often depicting mythological figures, notable individuals, or symbolic themes. Cameo jewellery was believed to ward off evil spirits and bring good luck to the wearer. This brooch serves not only as an antique artefact but also as a tangible connection to the artistic and emotional values of the Victorian era. Specifications Description: Whitby Jet Condition: Very good Colour: Lustrous black Closure Type: ca 1930's safety clasp (see photographs) Period: Victorian era (1837-1901), late 19th century Dimensions: H5.3cm x W3.5cm x D1.5cm, approximately PLEASE NOTE Our antique and vintage collections are second-hand items. Customers are not purchasing 'new', 'perfect' or 'unworn items', and as such, should expect wear and imperfections. It is expected that these pieces will show normal wear and tear, given their age. Wear could include patina, scuffs, and light scratches or chips. Images are of actual items. Please review the photos carefully before purchasing and reach out if you have any questions.
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Jet Cameo Brooch ‘Lady with Tiara & Scarf’
$275.00This antique mourning brooch is a distinctive example of Victorian craftsmanship. Hand carved from genuine Jet, its ornate portrait cameo highlights the period's refined artistry and represents the era's reverence for personal mementoes. Jet is fossilised Araucaria wood from the Jurassic period, dating approximately 150 to 180 million years ago. Valued for its lustrous black hue and rarity, Jet gained prominence in Victorian Britain, when black jewellery became fashionable beyond mourning, serving as mementoes of affection, loss, and remembrance alongside Jet, bog oak, vulcanite, and pressed horn. Victorian cameos, such as the one on this brooch, were intricately carved to depict meaningful figures or motifs and believed to offer protection and good luck. This antique not only showcases period artistry but also connects us to the emotional traditions of Victorian society. Specifications Description: Whitby Jet Condition: Original, good, imperfections include, one crack on the front, one chip at the back (not visible from the front), and a few chips along the inner cameo base Colour: Lustrous black Closure Type: C-clasp Period: Victorian era (1837-1901), late 19th century Dimensions: H5.3cm x W4.4cm x D2.2cm, approximately PLEASE NOTE Our antique and vintage collections are second-hand items. Customers are not purchasing 'new', 'perfect' or 'unworn items', and as such, should expect wear and imperfections. It is expected that these pieces will show normal wear and tear, given their age. Wear could include patina, scuffs, and light scratches or chips. Images are of actual items. Please review the photos carefully before purchasing and reach out if you have any questions.
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Jet Brooch ‘Maple Leaf’
$295.00The main allure of this exquisite brooch is its delicately hand-carved maple leaf. The leaf shimmers with the deep lustre of genuine jet, and hails from the nineteenth century (1860–1880). It captures the essence of floriography, the Victorian-era system for conveying messages through floral imagery. Jet is the fossilised wood of Araucaria araucana (Monkey Puzzle) and related species, which thrived during the Jurassic period, approximately 150 to 180 million years ago. Valued for its deep, lustrous black colour and exceptional rarity, Jet gained prominence in the Victorian era (1860–1890). During this time, black jewellery evolved beyond mourning adornment to represent a sophisticated symbol of style. Items made from Jet, bog oak, vulcanite, or pressed horn frequently held significant personal meaning, functioning as mementoes of affection, loss, and remembrance. The maple leaf symbolises strength, endurance, and good fortune, and has traditionally been regarded as a talisman associated with balance, growth, and resilience. Specifications Description: Whitby Jet Condition: Original, very good, with only a few minor edge imperfections. Colour: Lustrous black Closure Type: C-Clasp Period: Victorian era (1837-1901), late 19th century Dimensions: H4.6cm x W3.2cm x D1cm, approximately PLEASE NOTE Our antique and vintage collections are second-hand items. Customers are not purchasing 'new', 'perfect' or 'unworn items', and as such, should expect wear and imperfections. It is expected that these pieces will show normal wear and tear, given their age. Wear could include patina, scuffs, and light scratches or chips. Images are of actual items. Please review the photos carefully before purchasing and reach out if you have any questions.
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Jet Brooch ‘Grape Leaf’
$225.00This lovely brooch, featuring a grape leaf, is hand-carved from genuine Jet and dates to the nineteenth century (1860–1880). It embodies the art of floriography, a coded system for conveying messages through floral imagery developed during the Victorian era. Jet is the fossilised wood of Araucaria araucana (Monkey Puzzle) and related species, which thrived during the Jurassic period, approximately 150 to 180 million years ago. Valued for its deep, lustrous black colour and exceptional rarity, Jet gained prominence in the Victorian era (1860–1890). During this time, black jewellery evolved beyond mourning adornment to represent a sophisticated symbol of style. Items made from Jet, bog oak, vulcanite, or pressed horn frequently held significant personal meaning, functioning as mementoes of affection, loss, and remembrance. Grapes and leaves carved from Jet frequently symbolised the Christian faith. The presence of the grape leaf in Christian churches or at funeral rites typically signified triumph over death and the promise of heavenly joy. Specifications Description: Jet, likely Whitby Jet Condition: Original, good, with only a few minor edge imperfections Colour: Lustrous black Closure Type: C-Clasp Period: Victorian era (1837-1901), late 19th century Dimensions: H4.5cm x W5.2cm x D0.8cm, approximately PLEASE NOTE Our antique and vintage collections are second-hand items. Customers are not purchasing 'new', 'perfect' or 'unworn items', and as such, should expect wear and imperfections. It is expected that these pieces will show normal wear and tear, given their age. Wear could include patina, scuffs, and light scratches or chips. Images are of actual items. Please review the photos carefully before purchasing and reach out if you have any questions.
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