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Russian Silver-gilt Brooch with Smoky Topaz
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Russian Silver-gilt Brooch with Smoky Topaz

1940 - 1960
Sold 17 February 2025 · Gillers Antiques Ltd
This “Russian Silver-gilt Brooch with Smoky Topaz” found a buyer.

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Description

This exquisite Russian silver-gilt brooch features a central smoky topaz stone, set in a sleek bar design. Presented in its original box, the brooch bears hallmarks indicating that it was crafted in the 1950s.

Russian craftsmen have long been renowned for their exceptional skill in cutting precious gemstones, and this piece is no exception. The topaz is masterfully cut, with facets that catch the light beautifully, reflecting different hues depending on the angle and background. Dark-toned clothing will particularly enhance the brilliance and allure of this smoky topaz.

The brooch measures 5.35 cm in length, and the topaz, at 14.3 mm in diameter, weighs approximately 9 carats. It comes in its original and elegantly designed box, making it a stunning and sophisticated gift for someone special.

Please study the accompanying photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of this description. The item will be shipped with full tracking and insurance. Shipping costs include labor, packaging, and postage.

Date of Manufacture

Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated this Russian Silver-gilt Brooch to the 1950s.

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Description
This exquisite Russian silver-gilt brooch features a central smoky topaz stone, set in a sleek bar design.
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Presented in its original box, the brooch bears hallmarks indicating that it was crafted in the 1950s.
Gillers Antiques Ltd
fig 1. A silver-gilt bar brooch featuring a central faceted smoky topaz stone, resting inside an open green velvet-lined presentation box.
fig 1. Russian Silver-gilt Brooch with Smoky Topaz

Russian craftsmen have long been renowned for their exceptional skill in cutting precious gemstones, and this piece is no exception. The topaz is masterfully cut, with facets that catch the light beautifully, reflecting different hues depending on the angle and background. Dark-toned clothing will particularly enhance the brilliance and allure of this smoky topaz.

fig 2. A silver-gilt bar brooch featuring a central faceted smoky topaz stone, resting inside an open green velvet-lined presentation box.
fig 2. Russian Silver-gilt Brooch with Smoky Topaz

The brooch measures 5.35 cm in length, and the topaz, at 14.3 mm in diameter, weighs approximately 9 carats. It comes in its original and elegantly designed box, making it a stunning and sophisticated gift for someone special.

fig 3. A silver-gilt bar brooch featuring a central faceted smoky topaz stone, resting inside an open green velvet-lined presentation box.
fig 3. Russian Silver-gilt Brooch with Smoky Topaz

Please study the accompanying photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of this description. The item will be shipped with full tracking and insurance. Shipping costs include labor, packaging, and postage.

Date of Manufacture

Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated this Russian Silver-gilt Brooch to the 1950s.

Reference Numbers
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Archive I A silver-gilt bar brooch featuring a central faceted smoky topaz stone, resting inside an open green velvet-lined presentation box. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Russian Silver-gilt Brooch with Smoky Topaz

Archive II A silver-gilt bar brooch featuring a central faceted smoky topaz stone, resting inside an open green velvet-lined presentation box. View II
Archive III A silver-gilt bar brooch featuring a central faceted smoky topaz stone, resting inside an open green velvet-lined presentation box. View III
Archive IV A silver-gilt bar brooch featuring a central faceted smoky topaz stone, resting inside an open green velvet-lined presentation box. View IV
Archive V A silver-gilt bar brooch featuring a central faceted smoky topaz stone, resting inside an open green velvet-lined presentation box. View V
Archive VI A silver-gilt bar brooch featuring a central faceted smoky topaz stone, resting inside an open green velvet-lined presentation box. View VI
Archive VII A silver-gilt bar brooch featuring a central faceted smoky topaz stone, resting inside an open green velvet-lined presentation box. View VII
Archive VIII A silver-gilt bar brooch featuring a central faceted smoky topaz stone, resting inside an open green velvet-lined presentation box. View VIII
Archive IX A silver-gilt bar brooch featuring a central faceted smoky topaz stone, resting inside an open green velvet-lined presentation box. View IX
Archive X A silver-gilt bar brooch featuring a central faceted smoky topaz stone, resting inside an open green velvet-lined presentation box. View X
Archive XI A silver-gilt bar brooch featuring a central faceted smoky topaz stone, resting inside an open green velvet-lined presentation box. View XI
Archive XII A silver-gilt bar brooch featuring a central faceted smoky topaz stone, resting inside an open green velvet-lined presentation box. View XII
Archive XIII A silver-gilt bar brooch featuring a central faceted smoky topaz stone, resting inside an open green velvet-lined presentation box. View XIII
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A silver-gilt bar brooch featuring a central faceted smoky topaz stone, resting inside an open green velvet-lined presentation box.
Russian Silver-Gilt Brooch with Smoky Topaz
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A silver-gilt bar brooch featuring a central faceted smoky topaz stone, resting inside an open green velvet-lined presentation box.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBrooches
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleAntique
  • MaterialSilver, Gold, Smoky Topaz
  • ColourBrown
  • MotifsBar design, Central faceted gemstone, Claw setting, Pin stem

FAQs

Historic Russian silver-gilt items typically feature vermeil craftsmanship, where sterling silver is coated in a thin layer of gold, often accompanied by traditional hallmarks and distinctive gemstone settings.

These pieces were commonly constructed from silver with a gold wash, set with genuine gemstones such as smoky topaz or quartz, and utilised secure pin-and-c-catch mechanisms characteristic of the period.

Authenticity is typically verified by examining hallmark stamps, the quality of hand-faceted stones, natural signs of age-related patination on the silver-gilt surface, and traditional construction techniques.

Antique jewellery can be displayed as a miniature work of art by mounting it in a small shadow box frame or placing it within a velvet-lined trinket tray on a dressing table.

Preservation requires storing items in a dry, tarnish-resistant environment, avoiding harsh chemical dips that can strip the gold wash, and gently cleaning with a soft, dry microfibre cloth.
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