18k Sapphire & Diamond Articulated Flower Brooch

Created by Roy King

A breathtakingly beautiful articulated flower brooch. This masterpiece blooms- the flower moves from a bud to a fully opened blossom. The gemstone encrusted, flowers centre vibrates and shimmers with the wearers movement. Fabricated by the late master goldsmith Roy King, this brooch is a stunning example of his attention to detail. His carrier includes commissioned pieces for Cartier, Rolex Omega. A truly exceptional piece of high jewellery.

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Details

Material

18k Yellow Gold

Stones

Sapphires & Diamonds

Weight

59.57g

Meausrements

50mm x 80mm

Condition

Excellent

Stamps

RCK 18 (hallmarked for london 1962)

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Created:2024/12/06 17:42

About

Retro Era

(1940 - 1950)

This era was born in 1937 at the ‘International Exhibition of Arts and Techniques in Modern Life’ by Paul Leon who believed the event would revive the creativity and variety within the world of Arts and Jewellery. 

During this Era platinum and precious metals were once again rationed for the war effort. Making yellow gold the metal choice of the time. Various alloys were used to create thinner sheets of metal which gave jewellers a chance to experiment with new finishing techniques. With these new alloys came various shades of gold, sometimes seen in a single piece. Gemstones were also in short supply meaning a lot of pieces were made with more metal versus housing gemstones. Less expensive stones became more popular including topaz, amethyst, aquamarine and citrine. Diamonds were reserved for the use of pave settings and as accent stones. It was not uncommon during this time to commission a bespoke piece using metals and gemstones already owned.

Larger silhouettes were preferred in cocktail rings, necklaces and bracelets. Often featuring scrolls, fans and flowers, which was quite a contrast from the geometric lines of the Art Deco Era. Snake chains were popular as they gave a large, bold look without the use of as much metal. As the Art Deco era came to a close, society took a step towards the modern styles we see today due to the people beginning to view the Art Deco style as distastefully luxurious during the start of World War II.

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Sapphire - Corundum

Although vibrant blue sapphires are the most recognized, this gemstone can be found in many colours including yellow, purple, orange and green. First discovered in ancient Persia around 800 BC, the rich blue hue was associated with luxury and royalty. The most sought-after and rare sapphires are high in the Himalayas, at the famous sapphire mines of Kashmir. Known for their soft cornflower blue with a subtle hint of violet, these stones are mesmerizing. Sapphires are the birthstone of September and rank a 9 on the Mohs hardness scale, making them an excellent alternative to a diamond engagement and for everyday wear.

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