Antique Australian 9ct Rose Gold ‘Bloomed’ Brooch By Mackay and Co. Circa 1905
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Charming early Edwardian Australian brooch by one of our lesser know but long standing jewellery firms - Mackay and Co. ( previously known as D.Mackay ).
Crafted from 9ct rose gold with a ‘bloomed’ finish ** in classic shield and bar fashion.
Beautifully ornate in style with fine chasing and detailed scroll work and set to the centre with shield shape to which a red paste stone the colour of a ruby is set.
Bordering on pristine in condition this all original brooch looks just beautiful adorning any jacket lapel or crisp white shirt collar.
History of Blooming
Blooming, a popular finishing technique for karat gold jewelry from 1870 to 1890, was first documented in 1853. The means for creating a bloom finish involved dipping a karat into a boiling mixture of hydrochloric acid (muriatic acid), saltpeter (potassium nitrate), salt and water. This process burned off any alloys on the surface resulting in an alloy-free, thin layer of soft, pure gold on the item.
Blooming, a popular finishing technique for karat gold jewelry from 1870 to 1890, was first documented in 1853. The means for creating a bloom finish involved dipping a karat into a boiling mixture of hydrochloric acid (muriatic acid), saltpeter (potassium nitrate), salt and water. This process burned off any alloys on the surface resulting in an alloy-free, thin layer of soft, pure gold on the item.
(Credit: Lang University)
STONES
Paste/glass
ERA
Edwardian 1901-1915
MEASUREMENTS
5cm x 2cm
WEIGHT
2.47 Grams
MARKS
‘M’ 9ct for Mackay and Co.
CONDITION
Very good to excellent condition. No damage or wear to be seen. ‘Blooming’ is lovely and bright. Original paste stone with no abrasions or chips. Original C clasp and metal pin to verso.
Please note boxes are for display only
Please note boxes are for display only
Purchase Summary
Laybys available on all items $400 and over. Contact us for more details.
All our items are antique or vintage unless otherwise stated. Condition will be described, it is the responsibility of the buyer to read and view photos.
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Please note: any duties imposed by countries for importing our items are the buyers responsibility
Laybys available on all items $400 and over. Contact us for more details.
All our items are antique or vintage unless otherwise stated. Condition will be described, it is the responsibility of the buyer to read and view photos.
Prior to purchase, please view our Purchase Guide & Return Policy. All purchases within Australia will be sent via express post as a complimentary service.International rates apply. Please view our Shipping & Delivery Policy for more details
Please note: any duties imposed by countries for importing our items are the buyers responsibility
