Ruby Lane: Antiques & Art, Vintage Collectibles, Jewelry
RubyLane Logo RubyLane Logo RubyLane Logo
RubyLane Logo RubyLane Logo RubyLane Logo
   
 
 
RubyLane Logo Ruby Lane Home > Whitmer-Hammond Antiques > Jewelry
Whitmer-Hammond Antiques
Whitmer-Hammond Antiques
Specializing in Antique Jewelry & Fine Silver
Exclusively on Ruby Lane. Member since April 2006 View Profile

Offering antique jewelry from the Georgian and Victorian era's to the 1940's. Free 1st class shipping on jewelry.

Whitmer-Hammond Antiques > Jewelry Page 1 of 6        Go to page:
View as: Gallery | List     Items per page: 30 | 100 | 200 Only show:
Georgian Crystal & Gold Locket ~ Pearls & Garnet c1790

$495 USDGeorgian Crystal & Gold Locket ~ Pearls & Garnet c1790

Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Georgian:Crystal:Gold:Garnet:Locket
This is a wonderful small gold and crystal locket is oval in shape, with a star burst frame accented with genuine garnets and seed pearls, circa 1790. There are 30 tiny pearls and 15 faceted almandine garnets embedded in the frame. Both halves of the crystal are slightly domed and back compartment is hinged. It's made for a lock of hair or memento and is hand inscribed in the glass H. Smith. It measures 1" by 3/4" without the bale. Georgian jewelry is so difficult to find in such great condition ...
Arts & Crafts Cornelian & Sterling Pendant Earrings

$65 USDArts & Crafts Cornelian & Sterling Pendant Earrings

Jewelry:Vintage:Earrings:Arts & Crafts:Sterling:Cornelian
This lovely pair of dangle earrings are bezel set with cornelian gemstone in a sterling mounting with an Arts & Crafts design. The oval tops are a post back from which the larger element is suspended. The carnelian is a warm dark butterscotch color with a highly polished finish. Excellent condition, all original and ready to wear. Would make a great gift. Measure 1 7/8" long by 1/2" wide. Weight is 11.5 grams.
Victorian 14K Gold & Pearl Locket Pendant

$395 USDVictorian 14K Gold & Pearl Locket Pendant

Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian:Gold:Locket:Pendant
This exquisite mid Victorian gold locket features an applied element in the center, with wide ribbons of gold accented with a band of 7 genuine seed pearls. The locket is a substantial piece and extremely well crafted in tested 14K gold. It is all original including it's oversize bale for wearing on a large chain. It opens on the side with two thumb catches to expose a covered compartment with it's original glass and metal frame. It is deep enough to hold a lock of hair or another memento. It ...
SALE 9 Carat Gold English Curb Link Bracelet w/ Padlock Clasp

$335 USD SaleSALE 9 Carat Gold English Curb Link Bracelet w/ Padlock Clasp

Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian
This Victorian English bracelet features curb links with alternating embossed and stippled designs with plain links and a large padlock used as the clasp. This popular style is very wearable and seems to always be in style. At the top, the padlock opens to hook through both ends of the bracelet. It also has a safety chain which connects both ends and the padlock for easy wearing. Wonderful workmanship and surely to be a favorite. My photos do not begin to show the true beauty and quality of this ...
Tiffany & Co Navy Blue Box  ~ 18K Gold & Pearl Stud Set

$165 USDTiffany & Co Navy Blue Box ~ 18K Gold & Pearl Stud Set

Jewelry:Vintage:Mens:Stud Set:18k Gold:Pearl:Tiffany & Co Box
Set of three cultured pearl shirt studs set in marked 18K gold. They are in a Tiffany & Co ~ New York fitted stud set blue leather and velvet lined box. The quality of the workmanship is certainly of Tiffany quality, but we can not be sure they are since they are not marked. This set did come to us in this box. Each of the pearls are 6.5mm and are a nice white pearl with great luster. The condition is absolutely excellent and do no look like they were ever worn. The box is also great condition ...
SALE 14K Antique Oyster Shell Cameo Pendant ~ Mythological Figure

$75 USD SaleSALE 14K Antique Oyster Shell Cameo Pendant ~ Mythological Figure

Jewelry:Vintage:Carved, Cameo:Oyster Shell
Priced for a quick sale is this darling pale grey and white antique oyster shell cameo pendant set in a simple tested 14K gold frame. It depicts a Classical figure of a standing woman, pouring from a ewer that is on her shoulder. Nicely carved and in very good condition. Only made to be worn as a pendant but surely will be a favorite in someone's antique jewelry or cameo collection. It needs a bit more cleaning, especially to the back which I will leave the buyer's discretion. Measures 3/4" by 5 ...
SALE exceptional Victorian 14K Gold Foliate Brooch ~ Patent Dated 1879

$95 USD SaleSALE exceptional Victorian 14K Gold Foliate Brooch ~ Patent Dated 1879

Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian:Gold:Pin/Brooch
This extraordinary 14k gold (tested) Victorian foliate brooch features a true-to-life form with exquisite detailing, minute stippling and texturing. It has a look and patina that is only found in antique jewelry. On the back it is stamped Pat. Nov 4 '79. Entirely original including the tubular hinge, pinstem and hooded C clasp. Condition: Excellent, absolutely no damages or repairs. Dimensions: 3/4" long, center flower is 5/8" in diameter. Marks: Pat. Nov 4 '79 Priced for a quick sale. Free ...
Edwardian 14K WG Fire Opal & Diamond Ring

$325 USDEdwardian 14K WG Fire Opal & Diamond Ring

Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Edwardian:Ring:Diamond:Opal
This gorgeous fire opal and diamond ring is set in a 14K white gold mounting, circa 1910. The genuine stones are each set in a gypsy or belcher style circular setting that shows off the beauty of the stones. Although my photos do not show this, the opals are perfectly matched with great coloring and not washed out like the top opal appears. The genuine European cut diamond measures approximately .20 carats and the fire opals each measure approximately .25 carats each. The workmanship and ...
Antique Amber Cross Pendant c1900

$95 USDAntique Amber Cross Pendant c1900

Jewelry:Antique:Amber:Cross:Pendant
This classic Victorian cross features eleven 9mm faceted amber beads, mounted on a simple copper frame, circa 1890-1900. The beads have great clarity and are a warm butterscotch color. Individually each bead is mounted on a post. It measures 2 1/2" north to south by 1 3/4" east to west. Very good condition, showing minor wear commensurate with it's age. Two beads have minor nicks not visible to the naked eye.
Arts & Crafts Sterling Cufflinks

$95 USDArts & Crafts Sterling Cufflinks

Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Arts & Crafts:Sterling:Cufflinks
Being offered is a fabulous pair of sterling silver Art & Crafts cuff links, featuring a large square top with an applied high relief stylized flower bud with exquisite detailing. These cufflinks are sure to be a favorite. Stamped sterling on the reverse. Very good unpolished condition, no blemishes or repair to note. Measure 7/8" square. Weight is 11.8 grams.
Art Deco Sterling Marcasite & Onyx Necklace

$95 USDArt Deco Sterling Marcasite & Onyx Necklace

Jewelry:Vintage:Necklaces:Sterling:Onyx:Marcasite
Lovely Art Deco period onyx necklace with an onyx drop, all set in sterling silver necklace, circa 1920. The frame and ornate links are embossed and have cut out work with a combination of floral and geometric designs. The sterling is also accented with numerous marcasites. Stamped on the back with only sterling, no makers marks. All original and in excellent condition. The chain measures 16" and the drop is 1 1/4" by 1". Ready to wear and sure to be a favorite!
SALE Vintage Conch Shell Cameo Pendant

$50 USD SaleSALE Vintage Conch Shell Cameo Pendant

Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Carved, Cameo:Edwardian:Conch:Habille
Carved from a very pale pink to white Queen's conch sell is this high-relief cameo. She is mounted in a gold filled rope decorated pendant frame. Dating to the early 1900's. Condition: Very good antique condition with no damages, blemishes or repairs to note. Dimensions: 1" by 3/4". Price for a quick sale. Free shipping and insurance.
Antique Bohemian Garnet & Gilt Stickpin ~ Lucky Horseshoe Motif

$45 USDAntique Bohemian Garnet & Gilt Stickpin ~ Lucky Horseshoe Motif

Jewelry:Vintage:Pins/Brooches:Stickpin:Bohemian Garnet
Antique Bohemian garnet gilt stickpin in a horseshoe shaped design; a popular motif of the Victorian era. There are 11 gorgeous faceted garnets which are graduated in size from 3.4mm to 5.0mm. Each are set in a multi-pronged closed back mount. The thick pin stem would be suitable only for woven or heavy fabrics not fine silks. Measures 2 1/8" long with a 3/4" by 3/4" top. No repairs or blemishes to note.
unusual c1920 Shell Cameo Brooch ~ Ornate 14K & Sterling Frame

$85 USDunusual c1920 Shell Cameo Brooch ~ Ornate 14K & Sterling Frame

Jewelry:Vintage:Cameo:Brooch
Although not a fine antique cameo, this brooch has a beauty all it's own. The large ornate foliate leaf mounting frames the cameo quite nicely. The frame is marked with a trademark with the letters ML in a shield which sadly I could not reference, and is also stamped All Precious metal sterling & 14K. The fronts of the leaves are gold while the scroll work is sterling and the entire back is sterling. The cameo is carved from a cornelian helmet shell and is set in a bezel mounting inside the ...
Vintage Natural Amber Necklace ~ Chunky Nuggets

$110 USDVintage Natural Amber Necklace ~ Chunky Nuggets

Jewelry:Vintage:Beaded:Natural Amber
This stunning natural amber necklace looks like shimmering liquid gold with it's hand cut and highly polished finish, circa 1940. The strand has graduated nuggets, strung on a silk cord and clasp with an amber barrel clasp, which is pictured. Overall it measures 19" long, with nuggets of 1/4" to 1". For the most part the nuggets are clean with great clarity, but there are a few with some tiny inclusions of fossilized material. They are very well matched and none are cloudy. Excellent condition, ...
SALE 10K Victorian French Jet Enamel Floral Brooch c1850

$110 USD SaleSALE 10K Victorian French Jet Enamel Floral Brooch c1850

Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian:Brooch
Fresh from a Maine estate is this fabulous Victorian heirloom pin dating to the mid 1880’s. The black glass has a bouquet of color flowers in enamel work on the top. The plaque is set in a tested 10K simple gold frame with its original tubular hinge and pin stem; however the clasp has been converted to a safety clasp, rather than its original C clasp. There is some wear to the back of the brooch, but the front side of the pin is magnificent! Clean, crisp and ready to wear. Dimensions: 1 ½” by 1 ...
SALE Sporting Dog Reverse Painted Intaglio Glass Cufflinks

$95 USD SaleSALE Sporting Dog Reverse Painted Intaglio Glass Cufflinks

Jewelry:Vintage:Cufflinks:Intaglio Crystal:Sporting
This pair of circa 1920 cufflinks feature a hand-colored sporting dog on the hunt on the reverse side of a glass or crystal bobble. The glass is bezel set against a mother of pearl background with a closed back gold filled mounting. Hunting scenes of this type were a popular motif in the late Victorian antique jewelry and early 20th century fine and costume jewelry. Sporting jewelry became more popular as women became more involved in outdoor activities. This type of jewelry was worn on more ...
Victorian Cut Steel Sash Belt Buckle ~ Oversized

$55 USDVictorian Cut Steel Sash Belt Buckle ~ Oversized

Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian:Cut Steel:Buckle
This is a beautiful cut steel belt or sash buckle dating to the Victorian era. It is amazingly large, measuring 7" wide by 1 1/2" tall. In very good condition with no repairs, some of the tops are oxidized on the right side of the buckle which so up clearly in my photos.
SALE Georg Jensen Brooch #100 ~ Sterling Silver ~ Denmark c1945

$180 USD SaleSALE Georg Jensen Brooch #100 ~ Sterling Silver ~ Denmark c1945

Jewelry:Vintage:Silver, Sterling:Georg Jensen:Brooch
Classic Georg Jensen sterling brooch featuring a pair of stylized tulips. Stamped with the company trademark Georg Jensen in oval dots, STERLING DENMARK, 100 B; a post 1945 mark. This particular die-cast piece was one of his most popular designs and used in many other jewelry items. Jensen is highly regarded as one of the finest silversmiths of all time. Always in style and highly sought after. Excellent condition. No damages or repairs. Safety clasp. Measures 1 1/3" by 1 1/8".
SALE 14K Art Nouveau Lavaliere Pendant ~ Amethyst & Pearls c1900

$215 USD SaleSALE 14K Art Nouveau Lavaliere Pendant ~ Amethyst & Pearls c1900

Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Art Nouveau:Lavaliere:Gold:Amethyst:Pearl
We are pleased to offer one of my personal favorites; a 14K yellow gold Art Nouveau Lavaliere centered with a bezel set faceted amethyst and accented by three seed pearls and a large fresh water pearl dangling from the bottom, circa 1900. It tests 14K gold and there is a maker's trademark stamped on the back that I can not decipher. The size, quality and workmanship is better than most lavalieres of this time period. It measures 7/8" wide and 1 1/4" long with the bale. The amethyst is a medium ...
Contemporary 14K Carat Sapphire Post Earrings ~ Total Weight 1.92 carats

$65 USDContemporary 14K Carat Sapphire Post Earrings ~ Total Weight 1.92 carats

Jewelry:Vintage:Earrings:Sapphire:14k
Being offered is a wonderful pair of genuine sapphire gemstone earrings set in a square 14K gold (tested) post mounting. Each earring has four .24 point square cut stones with a beveled edge for a total weight of 1.92 carats. Sapphire is the traditional birthstone for September. These earrings are from an estate sale and are in very good condition, no ear backs came with them. Measure 5/16" (just over 1/4").
SALE Vintage WINARD Black Tracery GF Hinged Bangle Bracelet c1940

$55 USD SaleSALE Vintage WINARD Black Tracery GF Hinged Bangle Bracelet c1940

Jewelry:Vintage:Bangle Bracelet:Gold Fill
Being offered is a signed WINARD 1/20-12K gold filled bangle dating to the 1940’s with a black enamel tracery design against a textured background. This kind of work is a copy of a popular style from the Victorian era called taille d’epargne. The elegant design is identical on each side. The clasp works fine and opens with a tab that you push down and has a safety chain for extra security. It is hinged on the opposite side which is also in fine working order. It measures 3/16” wide (or 9.63mm) ...
SALE Ivory Dangle Earrings

$50 USD SaleSALE Ivory Dangle Earrings

Jewelry:Vintage:Earrings:Ivory
These lovely earrings feature a pre-ban ivory 14 sided bead made into a contemporary pair of earrings. The other findings are gold filled, mixed with a single ivory bead and glass beads. They hang 2 1/4" long and the ivory end measures 1/2" square. Excellent condition.
SALE Art Nouveau Silver Cufflinks

$25 USD SaleSALE Art Nouveau Silver Cufflinks

Jewelry:Vintage:Silver, Sterling:Art Nouveau:Silver:Cufflinks
Oversize silver topped cuff links with a deeply embossed Art Nouveau pattern on the top, circa 1910. The underside and button side are a white metal which give them a nice weight. Excellent workmanship and very good condition, showing some oxidation from normal aging on the back side, the tops are in excellent condition. Measure 7/8” square.
SALE Victorian Aesthetic GF Earrings

$165 USD SaleSALE Victorian Aesthetic GF Earrings

Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian:Earrings:Aesthetic Movement:Gold Filled
This fine pair of gold filled Victorian earrings feature designs from the Aesthetic Movement, with geometric and simply engraved floral patterns. At the top there is a shell motif attached to a square top from which a thick round concave disc is suspended. The large fish hook ear wires clasp at the back for secure wearing. In person they are far nicer than my images show. They were difficult to photograph due to the reflective properties and construction of the earrings. Overall they measure 1 1 ...
SALE 14K Memorial / Mourning Brooch c1830

$185 USD SaleSALE 14K Memorial / Mourning Brooch c1830

Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Mourning:Hair Brooch
This unusual memorial pin dates to the Georgian is set in a heavy tested 14K gold mounting with three panels; two set with beveled black onyx stones and the center with a beveled clear glass with lock of hair concealed underneath. Applied to the top of this middle section is a gold element with a seed pearl center and a beaded rim. The solid gold closed back is beautifully finished and has a replaced pin stem, hinge and safety clasp which is far more modern than the brooch. Dimensions are 2” by ...
SALE 10K Victorian Taille d’epargne Locket

$145 USD SaleSALE 10K Victorian Taille d’epargne Locket

Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian:10k Gold:Locket
Locket's seem to be one of the most treasured pieces of antique jewelry, and this one is destined to be a favorite! Rendered in 10K (tested) it has a textured finish with the popular Taille d'epargne enamel work applied to both sides. The front cover has a floral design and the back side has a scalloped medallion with triangular tips. Inside it holds photographs or mementos on either side, with one celluloid cover and both rims intact. It measures 1" by 3/4" and weighs 6.3 grams. Very good ...
SALE Vintage Carved Ivory Flower Pendant

$25 USD SaleSALE Vintage Carved Ivory Flower Pendant

Jewelry:Vintage:Pendants:Carved Ivory
Pre-ban well carved three-dimensional ivory pendant with hand painted accents in the center of the flower. Similar colored celluloid bale to wear with a large cord or chain. Measures 1 ¼”. Excellent vintage condition.
SALE c1880 Victorian 14K & Onyx Demi Parure

$565 USD SaleSALE c1880 Victorian 14K & Onyx Demi Parure

Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian:Demi Parure:Earrings:Brooch/Pin:Onyx:14k Gold:Mourning
This beautiful Victorian brooch and earring suite is well over 125 years old and are just as wearable today. Each segment of the onyx is individually polished, cut, and beveled then inlaid in a 14K gold frame with a solid backing. It is a high quality suite with excellent workmanship. This style of jewelry was a popular design in antique jewelry and mourning jewelry. Condition: The kidney shaped earwires appear to be professionally replaced and in keeping with what they originally would have ...
delicious 14K Gold Pearl & Amethyst Gemstone Cross

$495 USDdelicious 14K Gold Pearl & Amethyst Gemstone Cross

Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Cross:Amethyst
This absolutely delicious cross is set with four faceted triangular shaped amethyst gemstones set in a 14K gold frame. The center is accented with a genuine fresh water pearl in a flower like gold element. The stones are an exceptional color and are faceted in such a way that they just sparkle in the light. It is a very large cross measuring 2" without the bale (2 1/2" with the bale) by 1 5/8" wide. Stamped 14K gold on the back of the bale. Weight is 13.8 grams. Excellent condition, no blemishes ...
 
Items 1 - 30 of 155 Page 1 of 6        Go to page:
View as: Gallery | List     Items per page: 30 | 100 | 200 Only show:

Add to Wish List