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"Wearable Art History" Fine Antique & Vintage Italian Cameo, Coral Gemstone & Estate Jewelry
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$450 USD SaleSALE Large Bead Triple Strand Red Coral Necklace w/ Sterling Silver Centerpiece
Jewelry:Vintage:Necklaces:Beaded:Coral:Red:Multiple:3 Strand:Necklace:Designer
Red, red, glorious red coral for the holidays. Three strands of large coral beads with a Sterling centerpiece and easy on and off Sterling Silver tube clasp. Large chunky beads of all mediums are all the rage throughout the world. Signed by the designer, "SSL" and "JC", this necklace was purchased from the flagship Neiman Marcus store in downtown Dallas, Texas in the early 1980's during Neiman's Asian Fortnight celebration. We do not have the original owner's receipt, but do have the original ...
$1,050 USD SaleSALE Antique 1 3/4" Red Coral & Rose Cut Diamond Chandelier Earrings 15K Gold & Silver
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Art Nouveau:Coral:Genuine:Red Oxblood:Diamonds:Rose:Earrings:Pierced Posts
Decorate her ears for the holidays....Retro glamour never goes out of style!! Antique red coral sparklers that have pleased for over a century.....if she loves antique diamond jewelry, these are the ones, priced at a fraction of what new diamond earrings of this stature would cost. So much history and personality here adds to their enduring allure. These great coral and diamond earrings represent glamorous antiquity at its finest. High Baroque meets Romantic Art Nouveau! The ultimate in ...
$1,799 USDAntique Georgian Carved Coral Cameo Necklace 12K
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Georgian:Sciacca Coral:Cameo Necklace:12k Yellow Gold
This necklace is both beautiful on and a wonderful piece of art history. From the early 1800's, this hand carved Italian Sciacca coral necklace features a peg mounted lovely full face coral cameo of the Goddess Flora surrounded by peg mounted small coral cabochons and posies, then set in a gorgeous carved coral frame. The pendant and clasp are original to the 5mm to 7mm coral bead necklace. Truly a work of art from the Georgian period. The only part of this necklace that is not original to the ...
$139 USD SaleSALE Vintage Sweet Heart Shell Cameo Earrings - 14K GF Pierced Posts
Jewelry:Vintage:Carved, Cameo:Shell:Cornelian:Heart:Retro Period:Profile:Earrings:12k:14k:Gold Fill
A perfect gift for her...or yourself, these vintage heart shaped shell cameo earrings have just been retrofitted to modern pierced posts. Generous in size at just over 3/4 inch tall, they fit beautifully to the ear and are great to mix and match with any shaped cameo jewelry. From the 1940's when heart shaped "sweetheart" jewelry reigned as sentimental gifts from soldiers to their wives, girlfriends and mothers, these beauties are just as endearing today as a gift, or treat yourself! The ornate ...
$459 USDAntique Victorian 2" Shell Cameo Venus & Cupid Brooch 12K Gold
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian:Cameo:Sardonyx Shell:Mythological:Venus & Cupid:Brooch:12k Yellow Gold
This lovely genuine Italian carved cameo depicts a full figure Venus (Aphrodite) dancing with her son, and constant companion, Cupid (Eros). The carving is very well done with fine detail. It was expertly carved from sardonyx shell in the 1880's. Venus swirls herself and her ribbons as Cupid buzzes around her for her pleasure. Cupid has always been known to amuse his mother with his antics, The solid 12K (electronically tested and guaranteed at least 12K) yellow gold setting is very hefty and ...
$210 USDAntique Nine Full Figure Dancing Maidens Carnelian Shell Cameo Bracelet
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian:Cameo:Carnelian Shell:Bracelet:800 Silver
This early 1900's bracelet of Italian origin is very stylish and truly unique in that it features nine full figure marquise shaped dancing maidens cameos. Each maiden is slightly different. They are most likely depictions of Muses, daughters of Zeus, and the carvings are very good for their size and rare shape. These full figure depictions are also referred to as figural or full body and much more rare than the standard female profiles. The hand made ornate settings and findings are 800 silver ...
$579 USDAntique Victorian Medusa Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant 12K Rose Gold
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian:Cameo:Sardonyx Shell:Mythological:Medusa:Brooch:Pendant:12k Rose Gold
Have you ever been "petrified"? It is from the ancient tale of the Gorgon Medusa that this term is derived. We are pleased to offer a fabulous 1880's Italian cameo carving of the mythological Gorgon Medusa bezel set in 12K rose gold. Depictions of Medusa are highly prized and sought after amongst cameo collectors today. According to Greek and Roman mythology, it was believed that Medusa was originally a beautiful young woman whose crowning glory was her magnificent long hair. All men desired her ...
$575 USDElegant Hardstone Cameo 12K Yellow Gold Brooch Pendant
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Late Victorian:Cameo:Stone:Portrait:Brooch:Pendant:12k Yellow Gold
This regal hardstone cameo is carved from black banded agate (onyx) and features a superb carving of a royal or aristocratic left facing woman. Circa late 19th century this was most likely a commissioned cameo, with the portrait carved from a sitting or photograph of a loved one. This was the practice of the upper class as the costs were extremely high even then. The black and white layers of the banded agate offer a carving that just pops out at you. Rich in features, the carver has rendered a ...
$8,500 USDVintage Ultimate & Extremely Rare Mediterranean Pure White Coral Necklace Earring Set Diamonds 14K
Jewelry:Vintage:Fine:Ionian Coral Set:Necklace:Earrings:Diamonds:14k Yellow Gold
When only the best in the world will do! Have you ever seen anything like this? This princess length necklace is the finest pure white Mediterranean coral necklace I have ever seen and undoubtedly the very finest ever produced or likely ever to be produced. The 13mm to 14mm beads are hand carved from the rarest of coral, Ionian white coral (Lophelia) from the Ionian Sea off the southern Italian coast. The earrings are likewise. The coral beds for Ionian coral are now totally protected from ...
$399 USD SaleSALE Large 2" Shell Cameo Roman Warriors Chariot Scene Pendant Brooch
Jewelry:Vintage:Carved, Cameo:Roman Chariot Scene:Brooch:Pendant:925 Silver:Gold Vermeil
This is a commanding cameo scene carved from sardonyx (Cassis Madagascariensis) shell. It uniquely depicts two bold Roman soldiers in battle and driving their chariot while two fallen soldiers lay mortally wounded in their path. One soldier has his sword drawn with shield out while the other soldier is passionately driving the horses. Chariots of war were referred to by the Romans as "cars" and those drawn by two horses were called "bigas". This carving offers fine details in the soldiers, the ...
$489 USD SaleSALE Antique Extra Large 14K Rose Gold Pink Shell Floral Bouquet Cameo Pendant Brooch
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian:Cameo:Pink Conch Shell:Floral:Pendant:Brooch:14k Rose Gold
It's the thought that counts! Your thoughts will show (read how below) in this rare floral bouquet cameo in pink shell, framed in beautiful, hard to find 14K rose gold (also referred to as pink or red gold). What lady can resist flowers? This early 1900's Italian carved cameo is carved from Queen's conch shell and depicts a floral bouquet of a pink rose (grace and joy), a sunflower (adoration), a bluebell (for constancy), a pansy (you occupy my thoughts) and a poppy (dreams) all in a woven reed ...
$449 USDItalian 18K Sardinian Red Coral Figa Fist Necklace Columbian Emeralds w/ Beaded Chain
Jewelry:Vintage:Necklaces:Sardinian Red Coral:Mediterranean:Figa:Emeralds:18k Yellow Gold
WHAT IS THE FIGA? Symbol of the age-old myths of Africa, this clenched-fist good-luck charm came to Brazil with its XVII century slave trade. As tribal memories paled over generations, belief in its powers to increase warriors' fertility also faded, but today the figa is prized by both men and women purely for luck and protection. Ranging from delicate earrings to meter-tall sculptures, Brazil's attractive figa may be carved from wood or stone, crafted from plain or precious metals, and even set ...
$499 USD SaleSALE Large 1920's Shell Cameo Goddess Flora Brooch/Pendant 14K WG
Jewelry:Vintage:Carved, Cameo:Carnelian Shell:Mythological:Goddess Flora:Brooch:Pendant:14k White Gold
"Thoroughly Modern" Flora--currently our youngest rendition of the goddess Flora, this is a beautiful Italian carved cameo from the late 1920's. Isn't she grand? This detailed carving is a great example of period carving of its era, featuring quite a beauty with elaborate bobbed hairdo with water waves, ornately embellished with a cascade of roses. And, of course, set in that magic "new white metal" of the time--amazing white gold. This is a wow! Elegance and grace, with just a bit of mischief. ...
$525 USD SaleSALE Late 1940's Retro 14K Carved Coral Rose Pierced Post Earrings
Jewelry:Vintage:Earrings:Sciacca Coral:Carved Roses:Pierced Post:14k Yellow Gold
Pre-holiday sale--Luxurious Big Beauties for the Holidays. Italian coral jewelry is all the rage and fashion in Europe and the USA, and difficult to find in genuine coral, so don't miss these most classic beauties from the sea. This Mediterranean coral has the most gorgeous and unusual color. It is the coral color that Italians love and even more so because of its deepness. If you were describing something as coral colored, you would be describing this color. It is a light salmon color with more ...
$850 USDLarge Antique Goddess Diana Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant 10K Rose Gold
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Carved, Cameo:Carnelian Shell:Mythological:Diana:Brooch:Pendant:10k Rose Gold
Simply the best! The superb quality, condition and size of this genuine carnelian shell cameo coupled with its unique and most intricately etched solid 10K rose gold setting make this beautiful cameo pendant a must have! From the early 1900's, this fabulous cameo is a definite heirloom piece with the beauty and craftsmanship to last many generations. The entire setting (without the bale) measures 2 1/2" by 1 7/8". The cameo itself measures 2 1/8" by 1 5/8". The weight is 13.6 grams. The solid ...
$549 USD SaleSALE Large Antique Victorian 12K Shell Cameo Brooch Moonlit Escapade Scene
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Carved, Cameo:Shell:Sardonyx:Scenic:Child:Goat:Mythological:Brooch 12k
Fall Festival Sale--new sale price plus free shipping. This is an endearing mid to late Victorian cameo carved from deep chocolate sardonyx shell that depicts a young boy out for an evening ride through the village on his pet goat, with his trail lit by the crescent moon. Large in size, the 12K yellow gold bezel setting (not stamped, but electronically tested), measures 2 1/16" by 1 3/4" and the cameo itself measures 1 3/4" by 1 7/16". The setting features a deep hand crafted bezel with gold ...
$725 USD SaleSALE Large 66mm Antique Genuine Ivory Cameo Plaque Pendant w/ 14K Modern Bail
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian:Ivory:Elephant:Cameo:Carving:Pendant:14k Yellow Gold
New Sale Price plus free shipping. Carvings from genuine elephant ivory have mystified and enchanted for thousands of years. From the continents of Africa, Asia, Europe and North America have come forth brilliant works of art and adornments, with each culture influencing and personifying its creations. Absolutely gorgeous in person, this is an rare hand carved doublet cameo plaque pendant, which was originally fitted with a brooch pin, worn close to the throat. It is an extremely large specimen ...
$499 USD SaleSALE Large 54mm Goddess Flora Diamond Habille Shell Cameo Pendant Brooch Sterling Silver
Jewelry:Vintage:Carved, Cameo:Shell:Cornelian:Diadem Habille:Sterling Silver:Brooch Pendant
"Ageless, timeless, grace & fineness....you're beauty and elegance." Meticulous carving of an ageless beauty, wearing a diamond necklace in beautiful setting--all measuring over 2" tall. Plus new sale price and ALWAYS free shipping. What's not to love? A feast for the eyes, this charming shell cameo depicting the goddess Flora is divine. Substantial in both size, at over over 2 inches, and weight, its condition is absolutely mint. Carved from thick carnelian shell, it is a depiction of the ...
$725 USDLarge 56mm Carved Ivory Rose in Full Bloom Pendant w/Ivory Bail & 30mm 14K Omega Earrings
Jewelry:Vintage:Ivory:African Elephant:Pre-ban:Pendant:Earrings:14k Yellow Gold Pierced Post Omega:Suite
Give her the gift as unique and flawless as she...blooming roses that look perfect 365 days a year. This intricately carved large ivory rose pendant and 14K pierced Omega earring suite is the perfect gift for the most perfect woman in your life. Look at the size, the extreme detail and depth....captivating from all angles! This genuine carved elephant ivory rose pendant is undeniably the largest and most skilled ivory carving we have seen in some time, with its condition just as pristine. Just ...
$860 USD SaleSALE Large 51mm SIGNED Victorian Shell Cameo Cleopatra 800 Silver Marcasite Brooch Pendant w/ Marcasites
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian:Cameo:Carnelian Shell:Cleopatra:Brooch:Pendant:800 Silver:Marcasites
Everyone needs a Cleopatra!! Just ask Julius Caesar and Marc Antony! A cameo fit for your queen....Centuries ago, Julius Caesar presented Cleopatra with a cameo shell as a sign of his affection for the Egyptian Queen. But it was Marc Antony's affection for which Cleopatra yearned and ultimately died. Perhaps if Caesar had only presented her with this rare and gorgeous cameo beauty.... No cameo collection is complete without a depiction of Cleopatra. We are ourselves avid collectors of the Queen ...
$589 USD SaleSALE Modernist Elegance 14K Mabe Pearl & Diamond Ring - 8.9 Grams
Jewelry:Vintage:Gold:Vintage:Pearl:Mabe:Diamond:Ring:14k:Yellow Gold
No woman can resist the beauty and charm of the pearl. Its simple form belies the shimmering color just under the surface. Like its wearer, the beautiful pearl exudes understated elegance. This large mabe pearl, coupled with diamonds in a heavy gold setting, makes a bold statement. For the woman who is in charge of her universe! This round 12mm Mabe Pearl is bezel set in a wide Modernist setting. There are two 3 point diamonds flush set on each side of the shank. The face measures 19x16mm, 3/4" ...
$1,995 USD SaleSALE Museum Georgian 18K Carnelian Stone & Enamel Cameo of Perseus W/ Carnelian Bead Necklace
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Georgian:Cameo:Carnelian Hardstone:Mythological:Perseus:Enamel:18k Yellow Gold:Carnelian Necklace
Free Express shipment worldwide. Truly a piece of art history that can be worn without worry and enjoyed every day. Carved to perfection with a gorgeous and rare white enameling in a rare round setting and beads to match. What's not to love? Agate stone was the original medium for cameo carvings and many purists consider these stones and precious gemstones to be the only true cameos to collect. Not only is this cameo carving gorgeous and a feat of genius, but the 18K and enamel setting itself is ...
$475 USD SaleSALE Large 2 1/8" 1930's Shell Cameo Terpsichore & Cupid Brooch/Pendant 12K Gold Vermeil & Pearls
Jewelry:Vintage:Cameo:Carnelian Shell:Mythological:Terpsichore & Cupid:Brooch:Pendant:12k Gold Vermeil:Pearls
Cameos and pearls make perfect companions. This extra large scenic cameo is sure to please. New sale price for the holidays with free worldwide shipping. How Cupid (Eros) loved to play and dance with Terpsichore, the muse of dance and music. They were the best of friends and always had such a wonderful time together singing, playing music and dancing. Since Terpsichore was an attendant to his mother Venus (Aphrodite), he was acquainted with her from his birth and she was always around to play ...
$249 USD.60 CT Diamond & Silver Pierced Huggie Hoops Earrings - 11.2 Grams
Jewelry:Vintage:Earrings:Silver:Sterling:Diamonds:Pierced:Huggie:Hoops Loops
Great gift idea for April birthday girls, but no woman can refuse diamonds, can they? Laden with diamonds, ten each to be exact, and Art Deco geometric engraving, these great earrings are long on style and comfortable to wear, too! I love the young at heart design of these earrings. Not to be overlooked, but easy on the ears, as well. Crafted of Sterling Silver, each earring features ten 3 point (2mm) diamonds that are bezel set within a unique repeating diamond pattern. Total estimated carat ...
$275 USD SaleSALE Pristine 1980's 14K Pink Freshwater Cultured Baroque Pearl 36" Opera Length Necklace
Jewelry:Vintage:Necklaces:Pearls:Fresh Water:Baroque:Pink:Long:14k Yellow Gold
Pretty in pink and a perfect gift for any occasion and every day wear! Pink pearls are the epitome of femininity. From the early 1980's, this blushing pink freshwater cultured pearl necklace measures 36" long, accented with 14K yellow gold spacer beads and a 14K gold pearl clasp. Its design features baroque pearls measuring 9-10mm long by 5-6mm wide and 60 3mm gold beads. The total weight is 27.7 grams. Generally, opera length pearl necklaces are those measuring 28-35" long and this one is just ...
$425 USDLarge 55mm Edwardian Three Graces Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant Marcasite 800 Silver
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Edwardian:Cameo:Shell:Cornelian:Mythology:Three Graces:Silver:Marcasites
This week's featured sale item. New price plus free shipment. Extra Large & Lovely Three Graces Shell Cameo with those dynamite marcasites that all women love. Depictions of the mythological Three Graces abound in all forms of art. They are among the top ten themes in carved cameo collections, cherished for their symbolism of unity. This early 20th century (1900-1910) cameo is both large and lovely. Carved from thick and vibrantly colored carnelian shell with high relief, it is a graceful ...
$599 USD SaleSALE Antique Edwardian 14K Praying Child Shell Cameo Brooch
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Edwardian:Cameo:Sardonyx Shell:Religious:Praying Child:Brooch:14k Yellow Gold
Sweet perfection. That face, that hair, those chubby hands and feet! A wonderful gift idea for any mother or grandmother. New Sale price plus free shipping. The essence of innocence is captured in this finely carved sardonyx shell cameo of a young boy praying, Crafted circa 1915, the Italian carver has truly mastered the art of fine anatomical features as this child's face, hair, hands and feet are absolutely amazing. It is so rare and wonderful when you can find this talent in a cameo. The boy ...
$299 USD SaleSALE Antique Edwardian Floral Shell Cameo 800 Silver Marcasites
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Edwardian:Sardonyx Shell:Cameo:Floral:800 Silver:Marcasites
Another lovely cameo from my best and fastest selling "marcasite cameos" collection. Great floral carving with an unusual and marvelous sparkling silver setting. I just love these beautiful, amply sized cameos in their alluring and sparkling settings. This particular beauty portrays a finely carved sunflower stalk in full bloom. The cameo truly is an exquisite example of a fine cameo carving complimented by the glow of a beautifully designed marcasite setting. Marcasites became very popular in ...
$299 USD SaleSALE Antique Arts & Crafts Sterling Shell Cameo Brooch Girl In Hat
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Art Deco:Cameo:Shell:Silver:Brooch
Hats off to this lovely fashion maven! This charming shell cameo features the styling and beautiful influences of the late Arts & Crafts to early Art Deco period. The Arts & Crafts movement of 1880-1910 was a broad spectrum revolt against industrialization that included all art forms, from jewelry to architecture. Forward thinking and world renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright insisted that the form of a building should express its underlying function. This thought process was a key ingredient ...
$225 USD SaleSALE Antique Victorian Five Shell Cameo Lavaliere Necklace 10K Gold
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian:Cameo:Carnelian Shell:Lavaliere:Necklace:10k Yellow Gold
Fall Festival Sale--shop early for the holidays. Free shipping. Fit for a queen, this late 1800's lavaliere necklace is Italian made with intricate 10K gold scroll work and five well carved carnelian shell cameos of beautiful ladies with curly locks flowing down from their heads, handsomely suspended from a 10K (electronically tested and guaranteed) chain. Each carving is unique and the side cameos measure 11/16" by 9/16" with the center drop cameo measuring 7/8" by 5/8". Each is bezel set in an ...
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