Antique 1800's German Dresden Victorian Die Cut~UK Coat of Arms~18-24K Gold Leaf

Description: *****See my other auctions for more vintage jewelry & great historic items!***** Antique 1800's German Dresden Victorian Die Cut ~ UK Coat of Arms ~ 18-24K real Gold Leaf This is King George III Coat of Arms when King George was King of England at the time of the American Revolution. ***SEE OUR OTHER LISTINGS FOR MORE AMAZING ANTIQUE ORIGINAL DRESDEN DIE CUTS*** HISTORICAL NOTE: These elaborate die-cut embossed gold and silver foil labels are known as “Dresdens” for the city in Germany that became synonymous with their manufacture in the 18th and 19th centuries. Victorian paper scraps were initially used in German bakeries to decorate cakes and confirmation wafers. They went on to use them on biscuits and cakes for the festive season and people began to collect them. This grew into a demand for them for party cakes and all occasions. Colourful paper scraps and Dresden foil die cuts were also used to embellish greeting cards, valentines, and ornaments to celebrate important holidays, such as Christmas and Easter. The most expensive Victorian era scraps were finished with gold leaf.The coat of arms of the United Kingdom features the motto Dieu et mon droit ("God and my right") and a Scottish unicorn, among other elements: · · Motto: The motto appears on a scroll below the shield. It's said to have originated with Richard I as a battle cry, and refers to the divine right of the monarch to govern. · · Unicorn: The unicorn is chained on the left side of the shield to represent that it has been brought under the monarch's command. Legend has it that only a king could overpower a unicorn. · · Shield: The shield is quartered, with the lions of England in the first and fourth quarters, the lion and double tressure flory-counterflory of Scotland in the second quarter, and a harp for Ireland in the third quarter. · · Supporters: The shield is supported by the English lion on the right and the Scottish unicorn on the left. · · Crown: The shield is surmounted by the Royal crown. · · Plant badges: The plant badges of the United Kingdom, the rose, thistle, and shamrock, are often displayed beneath the shield. · · Order of the Garter: The Order of the Garter, the United Kingdom's highest order of knighthood, is represented by the Garter belt behind the shield. · · Helmet: A gold helmet with mantling of gold and ermine sits above the shield. · · Crest: A crown with a crowned lion standing on it sits on top of the helmet. Description:Other vintage Christmas & more similar real Victorian Die Cuts currently listed - Amazing OLD Estate Find (NOS) - We tested these scarce GUARANTEED antique beauties & they solidly stood the chemical test at 18K yellow gold leaf, which is the highest our test kit will go (it's possible they are 22-24K but we can't test beyond 18K) - These authentic scarce Victorian era c.1800's diecuts feature the sharpest details & real gold leaf since they were made when the original dies were fresh & not worn from long years of use & exposure to two World Wars! The reproductions that are commonly found today are no where near the sharp detail & quality of these originals! And some of the examples we will be listing are no longer available even as repros since the dies are possibly worn out or long-lost forever. Modern repros are just made from faux gold or silver colored foil & much of the original details are lost from over use or repairs on whatever is extant of the old dies/equipment. There's NOTHING like an original! A true heirloom piece.This is a magnificent authentic original Victorian era c.1800's diecut German Dresden Real 18-24K Gold Leaf paper trims. It is a UK Coat of Arms with real gold leaf on front side & paper on reverse. The gorgeous coat of arms is 2 1/2'' x 6-1/4'', and is deeply embossed with sharp pristine details. (better than scans show!) There are 2 animals (lion & unicorn) facing each other. This piece will be shipped flat. What you see is in first scan what you get! Other scans are details/reverse side. Paper trims are great for Scrapbooking, old fashion Christmas ornaments, and many other craft projects...however since these are RARE originals made with real gold leaf - they most likely are candidates for careful preservation as they seldom surface!. Conditions are flawless Mint Unused New Old Stock - Carefully shipped flat. Measures approx 2.5" Tall X 6.25" Wide (total width). Please see the photos for the best description of the actual condition & details. Please feel free to reach out with any questions! Thank you! Will be securely & carefully shipped USPS with Tracking. Please see my other listings for more similar pieces. FOR COMBINED SHIPPING ON MULTIPLE PURCHASES - PLEASE ADD TO CART & "REQUEST TOTAL FROM SELLER". Payment must be made within 3 days of purchase. Please see attached pics & make all inquiries prior to purchasing.

Price: 225 USD

Location: Mentor, Ohio

End Time: 2024-11-06T06:29:04.000Z

Shipping Cost: 6 USD