ANTIQUE FRENCH CUT STEEL BEAD PURSES

So, I've noticed the latest fad in jewelry making is using French cut steel beads so I rescued these damaged purses to salvage the beads and use them in my assemblage creations.  Even with all the damage, they're still stunning pieces of art.

GEORGIAN ROCK STUART CRYSTAL AND GOLD CYPHER BUTTON

 
I've always desired an 18th Century Stuart crystal slide or ring but could never afford one as most are upwards of $3000 plus.  So, I'm thrilled to have found this Georgian rock Stuart crystal button.  It has the most amazing rich raspberry foiled background which compliments the gold setting in silver.   

Under the crystal is a gold cypher wire which is usually monogrammed, but this cypher is purely decorative/ornamental with scrolls and loops which is just breathtaking!

Soon to be part of an assemblage bracelet, so keep a weather eye on Metal Corset for its debut!

ANTIQUE FRENCH FLAMING SACRED HEART RELIQUARY EX VOTOS

Newly listed to Metal Corset II are these two beautiful engraved antique French Flaming Sacred Heart reliquary ex votos.

One has an original message inside dated 1883.

Check 'em out!