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Our collection of \u003cstrong data-start=\"683\" data-end=\"726\"\u003eantique and vintage cut steel jewellery\u003c\/strong\u003e showcases the exceptional craftsmanship of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"774\" data-end=\"805\"\u003eGeorgian and Victorian eras\u003c\/strong\u003e, when each tiny facet was \u003cstrong data-start=\"832\" data-end=\"861\"\u003ehand-riveted and polished\u003c\/strong\u003e to shimmer like diamonds in candlelight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"906\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003eOriginating in \u003cstrong data-start=\"921\" data-end=\"956\"\u003e18th-century England and France\u003c\/strong\u003e, cut steel became the height of fashion among aristocrats and the emerging bourgeoisie — admired for its brilliance, affordability, and innovation. Workshops in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1132\"\u003eBirmingham\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1137\" data-end=\"1146\"\u003eParis\u003c\/strong\u003e produced intricate \u003cstrong data-start=\"1166\" data-end=\"1212\"\u003ebrooches, buckles, earrings, and necklaces\u003c\/strong\u003e, often combining cut steel with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003epaste stones\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong data-start=\"1265\" data-end=\"1280\"\u003eBerlin iron\u003c\/strong\u003e for extra drama.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1483\"\u003eFrom \u003cstrong data-start=\"1306\" data-end=\"1331\"\u003eGeorgian shoe buckles\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1336\" data-end=\"1357\"\u003eVictorian parures\u003c\/strong\u003e to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1361\" data-end=\"1382\"\u003eRegency bracelets\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1387\" data-end=\"1408\"\u003eromantic brooches\u003c\/strong\u003e, each piece captures the glint of history and the artistry of its maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1485\" data-end=\"1724\"\u003e✨ Genuine antique \u0026amp; vintage cut steel jewellery\u003cbr data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1535\"\u003e✨ Georgian, Regency \u0026amp; Victorian craftsmanship\u003cbr data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"1583\"\u003e✨ Hand-faceted steel riveted for sparkle\u003cbr data-start=\"1623\" data-end=\"1626\"\u003e✨ Free UK \u0026amp; worldwide insured delivery\u003cbr data-start=\"1664\" data-end=\"1667\"\u003e✨ Presented in our signature Parkin \u0026amp; Gerrish packaging\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1870\"\u003eDiscover the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1739\" data-end=\"1776\"\u003ebrilliance of cut steel jewellery\u003c\/strong\u003e — historic treasures that glitter with elegance, ingenuity, and the spirit of a bygone age.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"georgian-cut-steel-tiara-with-swags-and-roses","title":"Georgian Cut Steel Tiara with Swags and Roses","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Georgian cut steel tiara is a wonderfully rare piece. The exquisite craftsmanship is evident in the intricate design, which glimmers like diamonds. Dating back to the early 19th century, the tiara showcases five wild rose blooms atop a swagged garland and leaf motif. Wild roses signify purity, love, and marriage. It is in remarkably good condition for its age, likely due to its careful storage. Cut steel jewellery was a popular alternative to diamonds. It was made by carefully riveting small steel studs onto a thin metal baseplate - a laborious process. The polished steel faces were meant to catch the light and sparkle similarly to rose cut diamonds - it looks utterly divine by candlelight!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Parkin and Gerrish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41575458177163,"sku":"486N","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0373\/3428\/6475\/products\/georgian-cut-steel-tiara-with-swags-and-roses-parkin-and-gerrish-antique-and-vintage-jewellery-922195.jpg?v=1751889789"},{"product_id":"georgian-19th-century-cut-steel-necklace","title":"Georgian 19th Century Cut Steel Necklace","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThis exquisite necklace is well-preserved and dates back to the Georgian period, circa 1820s. Cut steel was highly sought after during this era for its resemblance to diamonds and stunning shine in candlelit rooms. 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The stunning design features a depiction of the Great Comet of 1811, also known as Napoleon's Comet, which dazzled the sky for almost a year with its massive coma measuring over a million miles. Many saw it as a portent of Napoleon's plans to invade Russia and the war that followed in 1812.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The Regency period saw the revival of cut steel jewellery, which gained great popularity thanks to its notable patron, Napoleon. In fact, he even presented his second wife, Marie Louise, with a cut steel parure as a wedding gift in 1810. (Reality was he could not afford a gemstone one. This type of adornment became a must-have for fashionable women's evening attire, thanks to its dark and sparkling diamond-like appearance that was (and still is!) especially striking in dimly lit settings, such as candlelight.\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAs a highly sought-after item during its era, this Regency comb made of tortoiseshell and cut steel features a captivating nighttime appeal. Its desirability was such that it often surpassed the worth of gold and even led to the creation of silver pieces imitating its design, further establishing its iconic reputation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCut steel jewellery was a popular alternative to diamonds. It was made by carefully riveting small steel studs onto a thin metal baseplate - a laborious process. 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Its design, with carefully riveted small steel studs on a thin metal baseplate, was intended to catch the light and sparkle like rose cut diamonds. It was made during the early 19th century and was specifically designed to be worn at the back of the hair. The process of creating this exquisite piece was laborious, but the end result is breathtaking, especially under candlelight.","brand":"Parkin and Gerrish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41911755276427,"sku":"533N","price":375.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0373\/3428\/6475\/files\/small-19th-century-cut-steel-hair-tiara-comb-parkin-and-gerrish-antique-and-vintage-jewellery-768733.jpg?v=1751891478"},{"product_id":"early-19th-century-cut-steel-bangle","title":"Early 19th Century Cut Steel Bangle","description":"\u003cp\u003eA magnificent regency bangle, which packs quite a punch - even after two hundred years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCut steel jewellery was a popular alternative to diamonds. It was made by carefully riveting small steel studs onto a thin metal baseplate - a laborious process. 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