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Buying antique jewellery is both ethical and eco-friendly as harmful and destructive mining processes are not needed to make an item yours. So give yourself a pat on the back!
Find Out MoreDorrie Nossiter (British, 1893–1977) was a famous British Arts and Crafts designer who specialised in designing pieces using unusual combinations of gem stones set in silverA metallic element which is malleable and ductile, and white in colour, making it ideal for use in jewellery. It is usually mixed with copper to improve its hardness.
More and gold. This necklace has been beautifully thought out and has been set with a mixture of highly coloured opals that display predominantly green and blue colours. It is a grape and vine leaf wreath design suspended from an oval opalOpals occur in a range of body colours from white, black or grey, bright orangey red and a pale watery colour. The most precious opals show strong colour contrast and generally have a dark body colour with a vivid array of colour play. More cabochonA polished, not faceted, dome shaped stone - either round or oval with a flat polished base, primarily used as a cut for phenomenal stones such as cat's eyes and stars.
More quatrefoilA shape with four leaves or petals. More surmount, and has been hand made throughout in gold and silver. The spiral bar chain has been hand made too with a typical Arts and Crafts toggle and circle clasp. It also has a brooch fitting. It was made circa 1920.
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This is a beautiful necklace by Dorrie Nossiter
Unmarked, tested to 15ct gold & silver
Buying antique jewellery is both ethical and eco-friendly as harmful and destructive mining processes are not needed to make an item yours. So give yourself a pat on the back!
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