This filigree necklace features a larger center mounted hanging pendant with a sunray pattern camphor glass stone with a center mounted genuine diamond done in a classic victorian style with two additional camphor glass diamond pendants attached to a chain with a. Camphor glass bracelet art deco camphor glass satin glass 14kt diamond bracelet. This item has been tested and verified by an independent gia graduate gemologist. A lovely camphor glass stone encased in a delicate sterling frame then accented on all four corners with intricate filigree designs. Featuring exquisite filigree silverwork, beautiful etched camphor glass with expertly bezel set clear paste stones. If you are lucky enough to own an amazing piece of antique, vintage, or period jewelry, youll need to know a few basic maintenance tips as well as when to seek. Modern fine and some estate jewelry can be gently handcleaned at home. The history and early origins of camphor glass market. Vintage filigree camphor glass with diamond necklace.
Revisit the original post if youd like some camphor glass background info. John wesley hyatt invented celluloid as a substitute for the ivory in billiard balls in 1868. Victorian style camphor glass crystal diamond filigree. Some popular patterns, known as camphor glass, combined the use of clear glass with an acidfinished design. This graceful 1920s vintage inspired camphor crystal necklace in sterling silver features an original sunray camphor glass crystal with a natural 0. This victorian style crystal filigree ring is handcrafted and finished in intricate sterling silver detail. But, long before even that, camphor glass was a form of victorian mourning jewelry that just happened to pass into popular usage. Art deco pink camphor glass necklace set in antique gold tone metal. All i did here was permanently glue vintage amethyst camphor glass with bright rhinestone to vintage sterling marked on hook pierced earrings. Art deco gold, diamond and camphor glass filigree necklace 16l chain with 2. This bracelet features a carved square cushion cabochon camphor glass, with a diamond accent in the center, which is attached to filigree links and open rectangular links. Make offer antique 14 k white gold w diamond camphor glass necklace 16 chain 4. Celluloid is derived from cellulose and alcoholized camphor.
Some camphor glass is blown, having been produced by a person blowing the molten glass into shape by means of a long tube. Dec 26, 2015 this effect resembles gum camphor a fascinating thing to learn about itself. Art deco 14k white gold camphor glass and diamond filigree. Of 45 related products on wanelo, here are 45 we think youll love. Patent numbers are especially helpful when dating older vintage jewelry, and will be covered in a separate article in this series.
Camphor glass bracelet, art deco rhodium filigree, hinged clamper, 1920s. Camphor glass was made to imitate the carved rock crystal quartz that was popular from the midnineteenth century through the 1930s. Small lovely art deco vintage camphor glass, altered vintage rhinestone brooch. This effect resembles gum camphor a fascinating thing to learn about itself. Camphor glass definition is glass with a cloudy white appearance resembling gum camphor. Camphor glass camphor glass is cloudy white glass that is either blown or pressed. Find out more about the history of this lovely jewelry. Edged in silver or other white metals they often have a diamond, diamond look alike or a sapphire or other blue stone set into the middle of a glass panel. Camphor glass jewelry is beloved by art deco aficionados. Victorian style sterling silver champhor glass diamond filigree necklace with 18 inch chain and diamond links. It was very popular in the 1920s and 30s but has been out of style the past 25 years. They are definitely of the era and not reproductions. Shop art deco filigree camphor glass jewelry on wanelo.
It is found in the wood of the camphor laurel cinnamomum camphora, a large evergreen tree found in asia particularly in sumatra and borneo islands, indonesia and also of the unrelated kapur tree dryobalanops sp. Featuring a selection of popular jewelry components, jewelry findings, jewelry parts, jewelers supplies, packaging, replacement stones, vintage findings and beads. Below, we take a deep dive into the history of camphor glass and its somewhat macabre origins read the full article on. Vintage jewelry is captivating, romantic, innovative, and each object tells a personal story, whether about its provenance or current ownership.
Back to the history of jewelery art deco circa 1927 molded or pressed glass czech necklace history of czech or bohemian molded gla. For sale on 1stdibs antique camphor glass baluster vase with pictorial silver overlay. I added a vintage camphor glass with rhinestone in silvered filigree on vintage open rhinestone brooch. Antique camphor glass necklace vintage lane jewelry. The camphor glass has a florallike design that is accentuated by any color that you wear. There are many items not shown that are available, if you dont find what you are looking for please inquire. Before glass, there was rock crystal one can trace the origins of c. Sterling silver this is a sterling silver reproduction design from an authentic victorian jewelry piece shown on 6. The camphor glass has a florallike design that is accentuated by any color that you wear giving a halo around the stunning diamond in the center. Camphor glass definition of camphor glass by merriamwebster. According to the antique jewelry university, camphor glass is clear glass that has been treated with hydrofluoric acid vapors to give it a frosted whitish appearance. Victorianart deco style camphor glass sterling silver bracelet sterling silver this is a sterling silver reproduction design from an authentic victorian jewelry piece shown on 6. Camphor glass from the early 20th century edwardian period is often found set in pendants and bracelets.
This filigree necklace features a larger center mounted hanging pendant with a sunray pattern camphor glass stone with a center mounted genuine diamond done in a classic victorian style with two additional camphor glass diamond. Celluloid is easily molded and shaped, and it was first widely used as an ivory replacement. It is a terpenoid with the chemical formula c 10 h 16 o. This beautiful necklace is crafted from silver metal, rhodium plate, pearl and paste gems. Unique and distinctive, it instantly evokes the slinky dresses and smokey speakeasies of the era. Celluloids are a class of compounds created from nitrocellulose and camphor, with added dyes and other agents. You probably have a pendant made from rock crystal, not glass. Weve never seen a combination of green and black enamel done in just this way, and wonder if it could be family colors. Nov 08, 2012 in jewelry the glass was often cast with a star pattern on the reverse to give it a radiant appearance.
Antique art deco camphor glass necklace with silver, gold, and rose goldtone filigree. Collectors love antique and estate pieces for their beauty and uniqueness. Sep 25, 2018 camphor glass is clear glass that has been treated with hydrofluoric acid vapors to give it a frosted whitish appearance. This type of jewelry, usually a pendant, is sometimes called camphor glass jewelry.
Art deco silver camphor glass necklace rarities antique. The 22 inch long not including the 3 inch long pendant sautoir necklace is composed of intricate 14k white g. An art deco 14k white gold camphor glass and diamond filigree link bracelet. See more ideas about art deco jewelry, vintage jewelry and antique jewelry. See more ideas about jewelry, vintage jewelry and art deco jewelry. Other uses for camphor glass include candlesticks, vases, dishes, decorative knickknacks and decanters. Vintage 18xmm 1950s camphor oval frosted glass sun ray design cabs 2 pcs. A vintage early 20th century art deco camphor glass and crystal filigree silver necklace in a gold wash with a green faceted cut camphor glass pendant composed of a center round cut crystal. Mar 21, 2014 revisit the original post if youd like some camphor glass background info.
Large modern pieces or very ornate jewelry with colored stones and glitter has been popular instead. The sparkling diamond inset in the ring contrasts the smooth crystal. The best part about camphor glass jewelry is that its not too hard to find affordableish pieces. Find great deals on ebay for camphor glass pendant and camphor glass necklace. Vintage style camphor glass sterling silver bracelet. Antique camphor glass diamond gold filigree pin 1930s art. Vintage 14k white gold camphor glass and diamond pendant. Camphor glass pendants and brooches are popular types of jewelry. For post20th century jewelry pieces that are mounted in platinum, gold or silver and have modern, openback settings, use a soft toothbrush and very light solution of dish detergent and warm water. Measures 18 in length and the pendant is large it measures 2 78. Camphor glass was used throughout the decorative arts to make bottles, glass objects, lamp shades and more. This antique art deco era brooch is classic to the era, with perfectly preserved camphor glass set at its center, while still being unique. Camphor glass was very popular in the midnineteenth century and used for jewelry, candlesticks, vases, dishes, barometers, and other pieces.
Below, we take a deep dive into the history of camphor glass and its somewhat macabre origins. Mounted in the center of the camphor glass is a small genuine 0. Camphor glass was made to imitate the carved rock crystal quartz that was popular from the. Vintage white gold and camphor glass ring from the 1960s. Victorianart deco style camphor glass sterling silver bracelet. Antique camphor glass vase with pictorial landscape silver. In jewelry the glass was often cast with a star pattern on the reverse to give it a radiant appearance. He first tried using a natural substance called collodion after spilling a bottle of it and discovering that the material dried into a tough and flexible film. Vintage costume jewelry usually doesnt have purity marks, but will often have a makers mark commonly called the signature, and can sometimes have a retailer mark andor patent or inventory marks. Generally considered the first thermoplastic, it was first created as parkesine in 1856 and as xylonite in 1869, before being registered as celluloid in 1870. A 14k white gold camphor glass and diamond pendant chain link necklace.
Camphor glass was made to imitate the carved rock crystal quartz a semi precious stone that was popular from the midnineteenth century through. Art deco pink camphor glass necklace vintage lane jewelry. Ciner is a highquality jewelry manufacturer still doing business today. Art deco camphor glass sautoir necklace lang antiques. Buy 1 camphor glass ring vintage ornate bigsterling theda vintage raised wavy camphor wblack jet glass diamond shape.
In jewelry, the glass was often cast with a star pattern on the reverse to give it a radiant appearance. The radiant camphor crystal is perfectly bordered with a beautifully detailed engraved filigree frame which dangles from a lar. Art deco gold, diamond and camphor glass filigree necklace. One of a kind rings free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Aug 15, 2014 vintage costume jewelry usually doesnt have purity marks, but will often have a makers mark commonly called the signature, and can sometimes have a retailer mark andor patent or inventory marks. Vintage lovely art deco vintage amethyst camphor glass earrings with vintage sterling, filigree pierced fish hooks. Camphor glass, while little known by most people today, was once a popular and affordable type of jewelry. Vintage costume jewelry identification and value guide. Victorian style camphor glass crystal w diamond filigr. Jan 28, 2020 celluloid is derived from cellulose and alcoholized camphor. A long and lovely 1930s vintage art deco necklace by krementz, one of americas oldest and most heralded jewelry manufacturers, founded in 1866.
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