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Specializing in Antique Jewelry & Fine Silver
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Offering antique jewelry from the Georgian and Victorian era's to the 1940's. Free 1st class shipping on jewelry.
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$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 ...
$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 ...
$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 ...
$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 ...
$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 ...
$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.
$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.
$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.
$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 ...
$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.
$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 ...
$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 ...
$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 ...
$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 ...
$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 ...
$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 ...
$85 USD SaleSALE Sterling Scottish Agate Dirk Pin c1900
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian:Scottish Jewelry:Agate:Dirk
Part of a recent acquisition of Scottish pebble jewelry, this marked sterling silver dirk brooch features two inlaid agates. At the top the thistle motif is set with a cabochon amethyst gemstone. There is a bit of wear around the thistle and the piece is in unpolished condition. The closure is the old C clasp style. Measurements are 2 5/8” long by ¾” at its widest point. Far nicer than my images show.
$80 USD SaleSALE Early Victorian Watch Fob / Watch Key
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian
c1840 early Victorian gold filled watch fob with a very large paste stone seated in the top. It also is a watch key with a round end. The ornate mounting has a chased rim and hand engraved floral designs on every other panel around the mid section. Measurements are 1 1/8" long by 5/8" in diameter. There is a small chip in the clear paste stone which is evident in my images, nonetheless it's a fabulous watch fob and watch key.
$70 USD SaleSALE Victorian Persian Green Turquoise Buckle
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian:Persian Turquoise:Buckle
A beautiful Victorian brass sash buckle is embedded with Persian green turquoise stones all around the frame rim. The untreated stones are all original and well matched. Ready to wear and in excellent condition. Measures 2" by 1 1/4". No blemishes to note. Priced for a quick sale, no further discounts offered. Free shipping.
$80 USD SaleSALE Edwardian 14K Gold Peridot & Pearl Pin
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Edwardian:Pin
Dainty c1910 Edwardian marked 14k gold pin set with genuine Peridot gemstones and tiny seed pearls. Peridot is the gemstone for the birth month of August. The bezel set Peridot is 3mm and the pearls and prong set Peridots are 2mm each. Excellent workmanship and condition, no repairs or blemishes to note. Measures 1 1/4" by 3/4". Has a safety clasp.
$375 USD SaleSALE 14K Gold Victorian Micromosaic Pliny Dove Pin
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Micro-mosaic
Being offered is an ornate 14K gold (tested) bar pin centered by a beautiful micro mosaic Pliny dove, circa 1890. Probably of Italian origin and brought back by a tourist. The bar pin is heavily decorated with Etruscan Revival wirework, shell motifs and scroll designs. All original including the tubular hinge, pinstem and C clasp. Tesserae is in very good condition. Shows age appropriate tarnish which I will polish at the buyer's request. The dimensions are just under 2" by 5/8".
$80 USD SaleSALE 14K Mythology Warrior Ajax Medallion Pin c1890
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian
Dating to the late 1800's is this charming little pin featuring an embossed image of the mythological warrior Ajax wearing a helmet. The letters SWC appear at the bottom which I do not know the significance of, perhaps it's a fraternal organization. The clasp is a C catch with a hinged locking safety bar, like none I have ever seen. It is pictured in it's locked and unlocked positions. The gold tests 14K and it has the rich soft matte finish found only in antique jewelry. Measures 5/8+' in ...
$225 USD SaleSALE Victorian Revival Gilt Cross Brooch ~ Woman & Cherub
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian:Rococo Revival:Gilt:Cross:Brooch
This is a very large Victorian Rococo Revival gilt cross brooch, circa 1840-1860. The top round cupped element features a figural woman done is silver with a wreath of fruit in her hair. Below, at the center of the cross, is a small figural Cherub or Putti which is applied to the cross. The cut-out cross is a combination of gilt and silver with tiny hand tooled decorations on the rims that give it a lacy look. Dimensions are 3 3/4" north to south, and just shy of 1" at it's widest. Very good ...
$475 USD SaleSALE Victorian Carved Coral Brooch ~ Cherries & Birds c1850
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian:Carved Coral:Brooch
We are pleased to offer this exquisitely carved Victorian brooch featuring a thick branch with six large cherries, several leaves and two birds! The cherries and leaves are polished smooth in a life-like designs and the body of the birds have tiny cross hatched and textured bodies and wings. Seldom have we had the opportunity to handle antique coral with birds or fruit carvings. The large frame tests 14K gold and is all original including the tubular hinge, extended pin stem and C clasp. For the ...
$65 USD SaleSALE Celtic Penannular Silver Cloak Brooch
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian:Celtic:Silver:Brooch
This beautiful traditional middle ages style cloak or shawl brooch features a Scottish thistle motif at the top of the long pin and traditional Celtic engraved elements on both sides. It has a very thick pin stem made for wearing on heavier fabrics. This piece dates to the mid Victorian era and is made in unmarked silver. The condition is very good; showing on early solder repair where the pin stem meets the thistle top. No other damages or repairs. Measures 1 5/8” in diameter and the pin is 2 ¼ ...
$195 USDVictorian 12K Gold Watch Fob Locket
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian:Watch Fob:Gold
This period Victorian watch fob would have been ornamentation on a gentleman's watch chain, circa 1890. It tests 12K gold and is beautifully hand engraved with the initials Z V. At the top there is a thumb catch which opens the hinged locket. Weight is 6.3 grams. Locket alone is 3/4" square, with the applied bars it is 7/8" and it hangs down 1 1/2" with the bale. Very good condition, shows a three tiny dings on the reverse. No repairs. The edges appear that there is damage but it is merely a ...
$195 USDAntique Victorian 10K Locket
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian:10k Gold:Locket
Locket's seem to be one of the most popular items in antique jewelry, and this one is a beauty! Rendered in 10K (tested) it has a floral chased border and a large ornate hand engraved monogram with the four initials CETC. Inside it holds photographs or mementos on either side, with the celluloid covers and rims still perfectly intact. There is a small faded photograph of a child still inside. The back side is plain. It measures 1 1/8" in diameter and weighs 6.3 grams. Excellent condition, all ...
$70 USD SaleSALE Victorian 10K Gold Signet Shield Ring ~ Never Monogrammed
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian
Being offered is a Victorian (tested) 10K gold signet ring in the shape of a shield, which has never been engraved. The craftsmanship is excellent with a large shield front and engraved sides. Condition: Excellent, all original. A very slight mark in the center of the back of the band where has been an early re-sizing. Please examine all of my photographs carefully. The first image which shows the front clearly has the back of the band distorted, making it appear that there is an issue, but you ...
$120 USD SaleSALE 14K Gold Fox Hunt Riding Crop Bar Pin c1910
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:14k Gold:Equestrian:Riding Crop:Bar Pin
This 14K gold pin features a figural fox head with a riding crop, mounted on a simple bar pin. The fox head is finely detailed and has red glass eyes. Fox hunt and equestrian motifs were popular designs in 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 tailored clothes. This particular pin has an unusual safety clasp that I do not see very ...
$330 USD SaleSALE English 9 Carat Rose Gold Link Bracelet w/ Heart Padlock Clasp
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian:Bracelet:Heart Padlock Clasp
This Victorian English bracelet features curb links with alternating chased links with plain links and a large heart shaped 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. The front of the padlock is ornately chased and the back is stamped with hallmarks from Birmingham, England, and the date ...
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