Antique Boxed Set Of Historic Diamond Replicas, ca 1920
Our Notes
Long before modern digital cataloging, late 19th and early 20th century jewelers relied on masterfully crafted physical models to study and sell the world's most legendary gems. Produced primarily in Central Europe, often in famed lapidary centers across Germany and Austria, these crystal replica sets served as vital gemological teaching tools. They allowed jewelers, students, and patrons to study the scale, proportion, and faceting of iconic historic diamonds in true 1:1 scale.
Housed in its original leather box with custom-fitted velvet slots, this exquisite set of 15 stones captures the likeness of history's most celebrated diamonds, from the Koh-i-Noor to the Hope Diamond. A set just like this lives on a library shelf in Emily’s home, serving as a constant source of inspiration for our work at Larkspur & Hawk. A rare, deeply tactile object of jewelry history, it is a magnificent conversation piece for any collector's desk or library.
Germany or Austria, ca 1900
Measurements, Materials & Care
Care
As our jewelry is worn, patinas will evolve, further personalizing them to each collector. Due to the nature of foiled jewelry, care should be taken in order to keep Larkspur & Hawk jewelry from becoming harmed. A few tips:
- Remove jewelry when applying lotions, soaps and perfume
- Remove jewelry before immersing hands in cleaning solvents or liquids
- Please note that oxidation may eventually wear off of rings, then return naturally
Shipping & Returns
Larkspur & Hawk offers shoppers to receive and live with their new pieces. If for any reason you are less than thrilled with a purchase, it may be returned for a full refund, unless marked as final sale. To qualify, merchandise must be postmarked within 14 days of the customer’s receipt and be in the items’ original and unused condition. All returns must include the original receipt. Larkspur & Hawk is not responsible for items lost during shipping.
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