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Specializing in Georgian and Victorian Jewelry
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$250 USDVictorian Split Pearl Key To My Heart Pendant 15k Gold
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian
Victorians loved sentimental jewelry! Romantic symbols were used often in Georgian and Victorian jewelry. When a key or padlock was given, this meant that the receiver held the key to the giver's heart and happiness. I imagine that such gifts were not bestowed casually! This lovely example, which was originally a brooch, features luminous pearls, some with a dove gray tint, which is complemented by the rich yellow gold. It is 1 1/2" long not including the bale. The chain is unmarked and I don't ...
$225 USDVictorian Rose Cut Diamonds and Ruby Paste Ring circa 1890
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian
This sweet Victorian ring speaks of a simpler time, when good craftmanship was the norm! The details are so fine and crisp, even after a century. The ruby paste stone is in pristine condition, and in fact the entire ring appears to have barely any wear. Imagine the delight of the young woman who received this ring as a gift from a loved one so long ago! It is a sizable 7 1/2. It is unmarked, but sold to me as 14k.
$675 USD14k gold Victorian Etruscan Revival earrings, dangling!
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian
These fabulous original Etruscan Revival earrings have movement! Bell shaped three dimensional hollow drops embellished with wire work and beading swing flirtatiously from fine chain. They are so flattering to the face when worn. At 2" in total length, they are sure to be noticed! They are in excellent condition and have new 14k ear wires. One dangle is very slightly smaller than the other but it is not apparent when worn. Jeweler tested 14k solid gold. Why by reproduction Etruscan revival ...
$395 USDEarly Victorian Pave Turquoise, Pearl and Ruby Dome Ring 14k Gold
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian
What could be more pleasing than antique turquoise cabochons? Pave turquoise cabochons! Although this ring is circa 1840's, it certainly has a modern flair. The wall to wall color is so enticing. It looks great when worn with other Victorian rings. I have a garnet ring which looks so great next to it- but I can't keep everything! This ring is a size 6 1/2. I don't recommend sizing it due to the delicate hollow construction of the head of the ring, and the fact that the stones are set far into ...
$950 USD SaleSALE Elegant Victorian 14k Gold Festoon Necklace, Amethyst and Pearl
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian
This sophisticated high Victorian necklace will be the perfect accent to your holiday outfit! The warm apricot hued glow of the gold perfectly accents the cool, deep purple amethyst, which is embellished with a pearl in a gold setting. This technique of setting a pearl within a stone is typical of the era in which this jewel was made (circa 1880). Note the use of the natural motif (branches) juxtaposed to the geometric background, and the contrast of the smooth polished flat areas to the soft, ...
$3,500 USD SaleSALE 18th Century Georgian Diamond Girandole Earrings!
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Georgian
It is impossible to wear these earrings and not feel glamorous! Please note that I had previously listed these earrings as Georgian Revival. I thought this was true, until a fellow Ruby Lane dealer who is an expert in Georgian jewelry told me she felt that they were the authentic to the Georgian period. Since I had already been planning to go to the Antiques Roadshow in Atlantic City June 6th, I took them with me to be appraised. Since I had a 9am ticket, the appraisers took their time ...
$75 USDNouveau Sterling Silver Cigar Cutter Fob, Entwined Snakes!
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Art Nouveau
This Art Nouveau cigar cutter features entwined snakes in repose. It is in working condition and is 1 1/2" long, 1 3/4" including the bale. It has been repaired (see solder around the rivet- could be buffed out and polished) and has some denting, but the snake motif is wonderful- a perfect gift for the cigar enthusiast! It is stamped sterling on the top.
$225 USDVictorian Pave Turquoise and Pearl Fleur De Lis Brooch
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian
This early Victorian brooch features bright turquoise stones pave set into a silver scroll, which is riveted onto an elaborately engraved Fleur De Lis shape. Imagine clasping you favorite scarf or sweater with this eye catching jewel! The safety clasp is a newer addition. It appears that there used to be a dangling chain (note jump ring) which could have led to a tiny safety pin which tethered the brooch to one's blouse in the event of the brooch clasp coming undone inadvertently. This is how ...
$385 USDSolid Gold Victorian Buckle Tassel Motif Earrings and Bookchain Necklace
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian
This fabulous set is antique, yet has sleek modern lines making it easy to wear with today's fashions! The buckle or garter motif became wildly popular in the early to mid Victorian Era. The Royal order of the Garter was the highest military honor which a British monarch could bestow. Members of the Order wore a blue buckle on their knee. This would have been immodest for proper ladies, who instead took to wearing bracelets, chains and brooches with the motif. This set was in pieces when found. ...
$485 USDStunning Pink Paste Victorian Silver Earrings!
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian
Classic in motif, yet oh so exciting! The deep pink color of the central stones are surrounded by a halo of bright white paste. The stones settings are reminiscent of Georgian cut down collet settings, but judging from the cut of the stones I would date them to the Victorian period. The white stones have small high tables. The pink stones are more cushion shaped. They are in excellent condition! Since the earrings measure 5/8" long not including the wire, they are large enough to be admired by ...
$595 USDLate Georgian Clasped hands Fede Clasp Gold Bracelet, fancy repose Chain!
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Georgian
For your consideration is a unique antique bracelet. When found, this beautiful chain was too long to be a bracelet, but too short to be a chain, so I had my jeweler make it into a bracelet. The link of the bracelet appears surprisingly modern, but those familiar with antique chains know that the chains of today have borrowed their patterns from antique chains- except that a modern chain wouldn't feature the lovely little repose links spaced between! This bracelet is generously sized at 7 7/8" ...
$250 USDLarge but Lightweight Victorian Dangling Gold Earrings
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian
These earrings have so much presence, yet are so kind to the ear! This type of earring was popular during the Mid Victorian period, when long dangling earrings were all the rage. They are made of thin gold sheet, which is polished and engraved on the fronts. They were inevitably made of several parts, layered and connected by simple rivets or cotter pins. These earrings feature a glass "stone" which is unusual. It is hard to photograph, but the glass disc appears to have a clear cone shape set ...
$1,800 USDGeorgian Rock Crystal Black Dot Girandole Pendant/Brooch and Earrings, Convertible Dangles!
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Georgian
Georgian Rock Crystal Girandole Brooch/ Pendant and Earring set, Interchangeable Dangles! These jewels provide a glimpse into the opulence of the 18th century! The girandole, which refers to the three drop pendant configuration, defined the style and balanced design of the 18th century jewel. However, the girandole was not a novel idea of the 18th century. The pendant jewels of the Renaissance began this aesthetic rhythm. The effect was so pleasing, the girandole design endured in jewelry design ...
$75 USD SaleSALE Sterling Silver Rhinestone Paste Necklace, Embossed Closed Settings!
Jewelry:Vintage:Silver, Sterling
This circa 1925 necklace is in excellent condition with not dull stones! The settings are closed domes with beautiful embossed decoration, and the early spring ring clasp helps to date it as a very early rhinestone piece! It measures 15 3/4" in length and the triple central drop is 1 1/2" in length. It was purchased in New York City at an antique shop over 30 years ago and kept boxed ever since, so it is in exceptional condition for its age!
$550 USDEarly Victorian 16k Gold Memorial Brooch, Pearl Border and original Tin Type Photo, Opens!
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Mourning
This all original memorial brooch contains a hand tinted tin type 19th century photo, a scrap of the pictured gentleman's suit, and a piece of the jewelers advertisement card backing the photo inside! The lettering reminds me of wild west "wanted"posters! The condition is excellent. All pearls appear to be original and have fabulous luster. I love the settings, similar to cut down collets, but with many prong like ridges. The photo is clear and crisp. It has a slight crease near the bottom, but ...
$175 USD14K Victorian Garnet and Rose Cut Diamond Ring
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian
This pretty ring is perfect for the Autumn and holiday season! It is so typically Victorian, circa 1880's, with a pink gold setting so big and bold! The Garnet was a favorite stone during the Victorian era. The head of the ring is just shy of 3/4" in length. The ring is a sizable 5.25. There is some wear to the stones, seen upon very close inspection, but it looks beautiful when worn. There is wear to the smaller prongs, but the stone does not move.
$1,950 USDBold And Beautiful Solid Gold Watch Chain Necklace with Toggle, 47.5 grams, 19" Long!
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian
Well I finally did it- I found another fabulous and chunky original Victorian watch chain worthy of extending one I already had, creating an exceptional chain with 19" of wearable length. This chain is so sumptuous, such an indulgence- but worth it! The victorian jeweler certainly knew how to impress his clients. The intricacy of these chains required actual skill by the maker, because unlike the cast mass-produced chain of today, these chains were soldered together from hand wrought pieces. The ...
$150 USDVictorian Austro Hungarian Silver Brooch with Pearl and Turquoise
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian
This darling brooch has it all- turquoise, pearls and a dangling heart! It bears hallmarks which indicate its origin- the dog head and capitol A for Austria. It is silver with a gold gilding, which has mellowed with age. A few of the tiny turquoise appear to be possible replacements (the paler blue?) but overall, this brooch is in very good condition. It measures 1 1/2" across and 1 1/4" long. Very sweet!
$75 USD SaleSALE Victorian Garnet Cluster Flower Ring
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian
This vermeil ring features lovely dark pink garnets with a tinge of orange, but not rusty or brown. It is a size 6. I had it listed previously, but it was misplaced, and happily found! The head is 5/8" in length.
$385 USDBest Georgian Blue Zircon Jargoon Turban or Shoulder Pin
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Georgian
Recaptured chic! During the late Georgian period, the Turban pin was all the rage. Hats resembling turbans were worn, embellished by beautiful pins encrusted with diamond like natural Zircon stones. These are rose cut and pale blue in color. It is an unusually large size, over 4 1/2" long 1 1/2" wide at the top. It looks fabulous on a hat and makes a stunning and most unusual shoulder ornament on that little black dress!
$225 USD SaleSALE Victorian Bowtie Brooch with Fringe Tassel
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian
This Mid Victorian Brooch is very three dimensional. A stippled golden globe seems to float within an enameled cage. The black tracery enamel and construction style is typical of the 1880s jewelers work. I actually added the bottom fringe component because it is of the same era and it certainly looks original! However the bottom piece is either gold filled or just the flat top has a sheet of darker metal sandwiched between sheets of gold. Quality Victorian gold filled material is not merely a ...
$70 USDVictorian 10k gold and split Pearl Ring
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian
This little Victorian ring is darling! It is size 5 and would make an heirloom quality gift for a young lady. It dates to circa 1890. There is a maker's hallmark inside of the ring. It is not marked for gold but jeweler tested as 10k.
$95 USDVictorian Turquoise and Pearl Heart Charm Pendant
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian
This Adorable little heart boasts beautiful blue gray split pearls and turquoise, set in an interesting pattern in gold fill. It measures 7/8" including the bale. I think it would make a lovely necklace if paired with the "key to your heart" pearl brooch on the same chain, or dangled beneath it as a brooch!
$550 USDVictorian Etruscan Gold Enamel and Pearl Star Locket
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian
This exquisite gold Victorian locket still retains its original glass crystal, and has plenty of room to hols your memento. This locket has a great deal of dimension as well as the intricate detailing which comes only with an antique hand made jewel! The bail is a later addition but so well made in 14k gold. The crystal is set in a bezel which is pressure fitted into the back of the locket. There is a small chip at the edge, as pictured, which is not readily apparent when the locket is in place. ...
$595 USDVictorian Cameo of Ceres, Goddess of fertility / Harvest
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian:Brooch
This cameo is truly exceptional! She was carved with the skill of a master in his craft. The detail is superb in every way, from her springy tresses to the minute pearls of her necklace.The subjects of Victorian cameos were often drawn from Greek mythology. Ceres, sometimes referred to as Demeter, was the Goddess of the harvest and fertility. Legend has it that her daughter Persephone was kidnapped by love smitten Hades, god of the underworld. Ceres relentlessly searched heaven and earth for her ...
$175 USDVictorian Gold Filled Dangle Earrings with Black Tracery Enamel
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian
These lovely dangling drops feature black enamel and a stippled surface, indicative of the Aesthetic movement jewelry of the 1880s. they measure 1 5/8" in length including the wires, which appear to be replacements, but are fairly old. Of coarse, one could replace them with any style wire they please. They are hollow and bulge outward on the fronts and the backs. They are in very good condition, with wear to the edges seen through a jewelers loupe, but look like solid gold to the naked eye. Very ...
$75 USD ReducedREDUCED 14k Gold Victorian Turquoise and Pearl Bar Brooch
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian
This beautiful brooch Is Etruscan in style and features calibre cut turquoise. It measures 2 1/8"long. A safety clasp was added which "locks" It is unmarked but tests 14k gold. There is a tiny piece of gallery decoration missing on one side.
$110 USDVictorian Aesthetic Silver Stork and Frog Perfume Bottle Chatelaine Fob
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian
This marvelous bottle fob tested sterling silver and has pink gold accents in the form of a frog and stork (or Heron or Egret) It most likely hung from a ladies chatelaine, along with other handy items. The stork side has a shallow indentation and there is some wear to the details of the animals, but it is otherwise in good condition. It measures 5 1/4" overall, and the bottle alone is 1 3/8" in length. Circa 1880-1890.
$595 USDStriking Victorian 14k Gold Enamel Brooch and Earrings
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian
Victorian earrings are an antique jewelry collectors dream! This circa 1880 Earrings and brooch demi parure is in excellent condition! The surface of the gold still retains its original mirror like shine. The enamelling is superb, and the hand engraving has no modern equal. The jewelry of the High Victorian period was solid and bold. The earrings measure over 1 1/2" in length and 3/4" in width. The brooch is 1 5/8" in length and 1 1/4" wide. They are unmarked but test 14k. There is some patina ...
$1,800 USDCirca 1800 Long Georgian Diamond Dangling Earrings!
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Georgian
These dramatic earrings are long and so desirable! They feature rose cut diamonds set in silver-topped gold. The design is long and graceful (they measure just shy of 2 and 1/2" in length). The shapes bring to mind a constellation of crescent moons and stars. The construction is such that each descending level moves with the wearer, creating a cascade of fiery brilliance. This was particularly important in the candle-lit interiors of the Nineteenth Century. These gems catch the light and sparkle ...
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