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Aesthetic Engineering Fine Jewels and Antiques
Aesthetic Engineering Fine Jewels and Antiques
Specialists in Fine Pre-Georgian, Georgian, and Victorian Jewelry and Fine Arts! Est. 1987.
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SALE CLASSIC Jadeite/14k Bamboo Motif Ring, c.1950

$249 USD SaleSALE CLASSIC Jadeite/14k Bamboo Motif Ring, c.1950

Jewelry:Vintage:Gold:Jadeite/Rings/14k
As most of my Ruby Lane clientele know, I rarely deal in 20th-century jewelry, but this jadeite ring mounted in hefty 14k gold came in with some older pieces, and is a delight! This lovely ring features a jadeite cabochon measuring 3/8" x 1/4", mounted in a substantial 14k gold setting with a charming bamboo motif! The jade cabochon is a lovely natural shade of leaf-green, and is securely held by eight gold prongs. The cross-over style of the textured shank is so classy, and the bamboo motif is ...
GORGEOUS Lavender Jade Bead Bracelet with Foo Dog Carving, c.1950!

$195 USDGORGEOUS Lavender Jade Bead Bracelet with Foo Dog Carving, c.1950!

Jewelry:Vintage:Bracelets:Chinese/Nephrite Jade/Lavender/Beads/Foo Dog
Dating to the middle of the 20th-century, this nephrite jade bracelet is an exceptional beauty in natural lavender! As most of my clients know, I rarely deal in 20th-century jewelry, but this charming jewel came in with a group lot of older jade, and it is absolutely precious! This bracelet is crafted from natural lavender nephrite jade. The bracelet consists of 13 pale lavender beads measuring 12 mm each, and the focal point of the jewel is the exquisitely-carved foo dog carved from deeper ...
SALE RARE Unisex 2.5 Ct. Color Changing Corundum Solitaire in 14k Gold Ring, 7.4 Grams!

$329 USD SaleSALE RARE Unisex 2.5 Ct. Color Changing Corundum Solitaire in 14k Gold Ring, 7.4 Grams!

Jewelry:Vintage:Gold:Rings/Color-changing Corundum/Unisex/14k
Dating to c.1940, this 14k ring is a rarity for its breathtaking color-changing gemstone, hefty gold mounting, and classic style! As most of my clients know, I seldom deal in 20th-century jewelry, but this ring came in with some earlier pieces, and I was so impressed with the beauty of the stone that I wanted to make it available for the consideration of my Ruby Lane shoppers. This custom-made ring is suitable for wear by a lady or a gentleman, and features a huge, 2.5 ct. round color-changing ...
REDUCED FINEST 26" Chinese Mutton Fat Nephrite Jade Necklace, c.1925!

$295 USD ReducedREDUCED FINEST 26" Chinese Mutton Fat Nephrite Jade Necklace, c.1925!

Jewelry:Vintage:Chinese Jade/Nephrite/Mutton Fat/Silver/Necklaces
Dating to c.1920-1930, this beautiful and rare Chinese nephrite jade necklace is crafted from highly-desirable "mutton fat" jade, and its high quality, rarity and immaculate condition make it one fabulous jewel! Measuring 26" long, this necklace is comprised of 33 hand-carved "knuckle bone" shaped beads, gently graduated in size. Most of the beads measure 1" x 5/8" each! All of the beads are carved from mutton-fat nephrite jade, and all are intact without cracks or chips. The beads all retain a ...
PRISTINE English 9k Gold Bangle Bracelet, c.1928!

$199 USDPRISTINE English 9k Gold Bangle Bracelet, c.1928!

Jewelry:Vintage:Gold:Bracelets/English/Gold
Dating and hallmarked for 1927-1928, this English bangle is a wonderfully classic jewel! This bracelet has a lot going for it - it is elegantly designed in panels, and is engraved with a Greek key motif on every other panel. Crafted from heavy-weight, hollow 9k gold with a high-karat wash, this is also a large bracelet - it measures 3" in diameter, so it will fit almost any lady's wrist! This bracelet measures 1/8" wide, and weighs 4.5 grams. it is in pristine, minty-fresh condition - I suspect ...
SALE SO PRETTY 30 pt. Feminine Diamond/14k Earrings!

$199 USD SaleSALE SO PRETTY 30 pt. Feminine Diamond/14k Earrings!

Jewelry:Vintage:Earrings:Diamond/14k/Cluster
As most of my Ruby Lane clients know, I do not usually stock modern jewelry, but these earrings were so sweet and affordable that I just had to snap them up! Dating to c.1980s, this pair of earrings are perfect for every day wear, and add just the right touch of sparkle! Each earring is designed in a daisy motif, with 6 diamond "petals" around a center round diamond! These earrings measure just over 1/4" in diameter, and all 14 diamonds are claw-and-collet set in 14k gold (marked on posts; ...
SALE PENDING EXQUISITE Chinese Nephrite Jade Carved Bangle, c.1930!

$175 USD Sale PendingSALE PENDING EXQUISITE Chinese Nephrite Jade Carved Bangle, c.1930!

Jewelry:Vintage:Bracelets:Nephrite Jade/Carved/Bangle/Bi-colored
Dating to c.1920-1940, this exquisite bangle is carved from nephrite jade, and is the MOST fabulous combination of russet and green! This item was returned on the basis that it was not an antique. I admit that it is very, very difficult to date jade, as it does not tend to show age for over a century and a half, and it appears that I was in error when I listed it as antique. The lady who returned the bangle is a jade collector, and did not want an estate example. Nevertheless, this is one ...
SALE PENDING SUPERB Translucent Chinese Jadeite Bangle, c.1930!

$350 USD Sale PendingSALE PENDING SUPERB Translucent Chinese Jadeite Bangle, c.1930!

Jewelry:Vintage:Bracelets:Jadeite/Bangles
Dating to c.1930, this is the first of several fine jade bangles that I will be listing this week! Measuring 3" outside diameter, 2 1/2" inside diameter, and 1/2" wide, this bangle has been tested and confirmed to be jadeite. The color is a stunning shade of light green with just a hint of blue, what the ancient Chinese referred to as "sky reflected in water." This jewel is outstanding for its perfect translucency! Weighing in at 38.8 grams, this bangle will fit a wrist up to 7 1/2". The photos ...
SOLD CLASSICALLY Beautiful 1/3 ct. Diamond/14k WG Ring, c.1920!

SOLDSOLD CLASSICALLY Beautiful 1/3 ct. Diamond/14k WG Ring, c.1920!

Jewelry:Vintage:Art Deco/Rings/Diamond/14k/White Gold
Dating to c.1920, this wonderful 14k white gold and diamond ring is an early Deco classic! As most of my clients know, I rarely deal in 20th-century jewelry, but this pretty jewel came in with some earlier pieces, and it is truly a high-quality ring! The center stone is an early transitional brilliant cut diamond which weighs approx. 25 points (1/4 ct.), and is collet-and-bead set into a fine, hefty mounting of 14k white gold. This diamond is white and bright, and is equivalent to H color and ...
SOLD GLORIOUS 18" 6.8 - 8.5 mm Natural Black Tahitian Pearl Necklace!

SOLDSOLD GLORIOUS 18" 6.8 - 8.5 mm Natural Black Tahitian Pearl Necklace!

Jewelry:Vintage:Necklaces:Black Tahitian Pearls/14k
As most of my Ruby Lane shoppers know, I rarely deal in estate jewelry, but I originally purchased this fabulous strand of pearls for my own wear. I had always wanted a fine Tahitian black pearl necklace, but I find that every time I reach for a piece to wear, I still always go for my antique jewels, so I am passing this stellar necklace on for the consideration of my Ruby Lane clientele! This superlative pearl necklace measures 18" long, and boasts 54 of the most beautiful black Tahitian pearls ...
SALE PENDING MASTERPIECE Massive Hand-Made Tourmaline/Sterling Pendant, c.1930!

$550 USD Sale PendingSALE PENDING MASTERPIECE Massive Hand-Made Tourmaline/Sterling Pendant, c.1930!

Jewelry:Vintage:Pendants:Masterpieces/Tourmaline/Sterling/Artist's Piece
Webster's Dictionary defines a "masterpiece" as "a work done with extraordinary skill or artistic achievement." I have been fortunate enough lately to acquire several jewels which meet this criteria, and I am proud to present the "Masterpiece collection" for the consideration of my Ruby Lane clientele! Dating to c.1930 or perhaps a bit earlier, this is one show-stopping jewel that is also one-of-a-kind, and has all of the "bells and whistles," earning it Masterpeice status! As most of my clients ...
SOLD STUNNING Art Deco Sterling & Chrysoprase Lariat Necklace, c.1925!

SOLDSOLD STUNNING Art Deco Sterling & Chrysoprase Lariat Necklace, c.1925!

Jewelry:Vintage:Sterling/Chrysoprase/Lariat/1920s
Dating to c.1920-1930, this is one exceptional example of the fine jewelry of the Roaring Twenties! As most of my clients know, I rarely deal in 20th century jewelry, but when I saw this pristine lariat necklace in New York, I had to grab it! This magnificent jewel is in all-original condition, and is SO wonderfully wearable! Measuring 39" long, this lariat necklace is crafted from sterling silver (unmarked but tested). The body of the lariat is crafted in a round "snake" design, and the bottom ...
SALE PENDING UNIQUELY Lovely Spinning Jadeite Bead/18k Ring, c.1925!

$290 USD Sale PendingSALE PENDING UNIQUELY Lovely Spinning Jadeite Bead/18k Ring, c.1925!

Jewelry:Vintage:Fine/Jadeite/Rings/18k/1920s
Dating to c.1920-1930. this jadeite and 18k rose-gold ring is a handcrafted delight! This fun and highly-wearable ring is crafted from 18k gold (marked and tested), and holds a large 12mm jadeite bead which is fixed so that it spins in it's setting! The jadeite bead is a fine color of bright green, a bit deeper than apple green. The ring is cunningly constructed to protect the bead while maintaining a very classy look! The bead is protected with two gold braces on either side, and is backed by a ...
 
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