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Pair of Edwardian Peacock Brooches by William Scheer

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ABOUT THIS BROOCH

Starla, our intrepid in-house gemologist and jewelry researcher, discovered that the designer *William Scheer patented his artful peacock designs back in 1894! The virtually identical twins are masterfully hand fabricated in platinum over 18K yellow gold and are studded throughout with glittering apple green demantoid garnets, icy-white old mine-cut diamonds, and vibrant blue faceted round sapphires. Birds of a feather really do flock together, and although they've stayed together for a century, we will separate them if you so desire for $15,750 each. They each measure just over 2 inches from beak to tail feathers.

*By 1929 William Scheer was the largest manufacturing jeweler in America creating over 50% of the fine jewelry in the country. His prosperous clients were Marcus & Co, Tiffany & Co., Black Starr and Frost, Raymond Yard, Udall & Ballou, Harry Winston, Cartier (New York), Spaulding & Co, C.D. Peacock, Shreve Crump & Low, Galt & Brothers in Washington, D.C., Brock & Co of Los Angeles, Shreve & Co. of San Francisco, just to name some. The majority of William Scheers work was unsigned or only signed by the retailer. They made line bracelets of all widths utilizing all the new fancy cut diamonds, long elaborate diamond necklaces with suspending carved emeralds or detachable diamond plaques, shorter necklaces including carved Indian rubies, emeralds, and sapphires, and endless varieties of brooches with intricate lapidary work. Ornate watches for men with rock crystal and diamonds to ladies baguette watch bracelets and brooches. He created jeweled accessories like handbag frames, cigarette holders and elaborate vanity and cigarette cases after French originals. The quality of his contemporary and chic designs favorably compared with the finest French jewelers.

Details

Materials:
Platinum over 18 Karat Gold
Length:
2 1/16 Inch
Height:
3/16 Inch
Gram Weight:
16.2 Grams
Period:
Edwardian
Gemstone Details Gemstone Details

10 Rose Cut Diamonds

Carat Weight:
0.06 carat Because mountings prohibit full and accurate observation of gem quality and weight, all data pertaining to mounted gems can be considered as approximate unless accompanied by an independent laboratory certificate (AGL, EGL, GIA). Unless otherwise stated, all colored stones and pearls are assumed to be subject to a relatively stable and possibly undetected color and/or clarity enhancement.
Measurements:
0.90-1.10 mm
Color:
F-G
Clarity:
SI

77 Old Mine Cut Diamonds

Carat Weight:
1.75 carat Because mountings prohibit full and accurate observation of gem quality and weight, all data pertaining to mounted gems can be considered as approximate unless accompanied by an independent laboratory certificate (AGL, EGL, GIA). Unless otherwise stated, all colored stones and pearls are assumed to be subject to a relatively stable and possibly undetected color and/or clarity enhancement.
Measurements:
1.00-2.50 mm
Color:
E-F-G
Clarity:
VS-SI
Total Diamond Carat Weight:
1.81

2 Round Cut Rubies

Carat Weight:
0.04 carat Because mountings prohibit full and accurate observation of gem quality and weight, all data pertaining to mounted gems can be considered as approximate unless accompanied by an independent laboratory certificate (AGL, EGL, GIA). Unless otherwise stated, all colored stones and pearls are assumed to be subject to a relatively stable and possibly undetected color and/or clarity enhancement.
Color:
Red
Measurements:
1.30-1.30 mm

30 Round Cut Sapphires

Carat Weight:
1.10 carat Because mountings prohibit full and accurate observation of gem quality and weight, all data pertaining to mounted gems can be considered as approximate unless accompanied by an independent laboratory certificate (AGL, EGL, GIA). Unless otherwise stated, all colored stones and pearls are assumed to be subject to a relatively stable and possibly undetected color and/or clarity enhancement.
Color:
Blue
Measurements:
1.70-2.20 mm

90 Round Cut Demantoid Garnets

Carat Weight:
1.80 carat Because mountings prohibit full and accurate observation of gem quality and weight, all data pertaining to mounted gems can be considered as approximate unless accompanied by an independent laboratory certificate (AGL, EGL, GIA). Unless otherwise stated, all colored stones and pearls are assumed to be subject to a relatively stable and possibly undetected color and/or clarity enhancement.
Color:
Yellowish Green
Measurements:
1.30-2.20 mm
Total Colored Gemstone Carat Weight:
2.94

About Edwardian Jewelry

Edwardians took the dark beauty of Victorian jewelry and dyed it platinum blonde. Light and airy filigree, worked with intricate millegrain and detailed designs in that durable metal, was liberally set with the “white” stones—pearls and diamonds chief among them. The Victorians’ sense of whimsy and beloved yellow gold didn’t disappear completely, though, even as the Edwardian era made way for the further-streamlined Art Deco.

Jewelry Care

As with anything of value, especially sentimental value, taking good care of your vintage and antique jewelry from Lang will enhance its beauty and extend its lifespan. We encourage you to have your jewelry checked and cleaned by us or by your trusted local jeweler every six months, to ensure that each piece is in good wearable condition with all gemstones in place. It’s not uncommon for stones to loosen over time, and it’s much easier to tighten a loose stone than to replace a lost one! As stated in our Repair Policy, we strongly recommend that you allow us to perform any repairs, since our jewelers are specialists in restoring vintage and antique jewelry.

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