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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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$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 ...
$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.
$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 ...
$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 ...
$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 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 ...
$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 ...
$150 USD SaleSALE Victorian 14K gold Love Knot Watch Pin ~ encrusted emeralds & pearls
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian:Gold:Watch Pin:Brooch/Pin
Victorian 14K gold (tested) watch pin, featuring the popular love knot motif, circa 1880. Two of the tubular rings are textured and one is plain and are accented with bezel set seed pearls and emeralds. On the back there is a large hook at the base for attaching a ladies pocket watch. The tubular hinge, extended pin stem and C clasp are all original. The watch hook and C clasp are made in such a way to add extra security from loss when worn. Can be worn as a brooch without a watch attached. ...
$595 USD18K Etruscan Revival Earrings c1860
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian:Greek Revival:Etruscan:Earrings
We are very pleased to offer this very fine pair of antique Etruscan revival gold earrings in a hemisphere shape dating to the mid 19th century. Decorated around the mid section with heavy granulation work is a repeating Greek Anthemion motif. These exquisite earrings test 14k-15K gold with a heavy 18K gold matte finish. The top, from which the drop is suspended is a pear shape element which is also decorated with the Etruscan gold work and has a post back. Often we see this style in gilt but ...
$550 USD SaleSALE c1870 Revival 14K Gold Earring & Pendant Suite
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian:Revival:Gold:Earrings:Pendant
This tested 14K gold earring and pendant suite was created when reviving history during the Victorian era was all the rage. The domed elements are made with intricate gold wire-work and accented with gold beads giving the pieces a look of ancient jewelry. Each piece has a closed back and is made in a heavy gold. At the center of each piece there is a single gray seed pearl. The long earrings have a fish hook ear wire and the pendant will need a chain. The earrings measure 1 ½” long with a ½” ...
$195 USD SaleSALE c1890 Victorian Continental Silver Tropical Scene with Ostrich
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian:Suite:Silver:Earrings:Brooch
This fabulous late Victorian suite features a wonderful cut-out and engraved tropical scene with an ostrich and palm trees. It is made in a high quality tested silver, probably sterling. The brooch has it's original tubular hinge, C clasp and extended pinstem indicative of antique jewelery. The earrings are the identical design to the brooch and have newer ear wires. Brooch measures 1 5/8" and the earrings are 5/8". Excellent condition, no blemishes to note. Ready to wear.
$395 USDVictorian 14K Rose Gold Watch Fob Locket
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian:Rose Gold:Watch Fob:Locket
c1890 14K rose gold watch fob with locket center on a large swivel bale. The two covers are inlaid in a banded agate in black and white on one side and a blood stone on the other. The cover is hinged at the top and lifts up from the bottom to expose the glass covered locket or compartment inside. It is deep enough to place small mementos in. This is a substantial well made piece with beautiful and simple detailing. At one time it would have hung from a man's watch chain, today it could also be ...
$70 USD SaleSALE 10K Victorian Figural Elk Stickpin
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian:Stickpin:Elk:Gold
Being offered is a Victorian tested 10K gold Elk stickpin with excellent life-like detailing. The eye is a faux diamond. Ready to wear; the thick shank is not suitable for fine fabrics. All original with no blemishes or repairs to note. Top measures ¾” by ½” and 3” long.
$265 USDc1890 14K Hand Painted Porcelain Brooch of a Young Boy
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian:Brooch:Handpainted Porcelain
Finely executed Victorian handpainted porcelain of a young boy with blonde hair, set in a tested 14K gold frame with a beaded rim. The detailing is so realistic that it almost looks like a colored photograph. To the naked eye it is crisp and clean but to my camera lens it picked up on a few minor blemishes. This is the most charming and well done hand painted porcelain we’ve handled in quite awhile. It has a C clasp closure on the back. Incised in the porcelain back is 1 0. Measures 1 1/4" in ...
$50 USDVictorian GF Floral Bar Pin c1880
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian:Brooch / Pin:Floral
Late Victorian gold filled floral bar pin accented with a faux ruby or faux garnet stone in the center of the flower, circa 1880. Each element is engraved or textured in life-like detailing to bring this little beauty to life. The gold fill material in this piece is as nice as carat gold and has the rich patina only found in antique jewelry. Original hinge, pin stem, with a C clasp. Exceptional workmanship and ready to wear condition. Condition: Excellent, no damages or repairs. Measurements: 2" ...
$150 USD SaleSALE 14K Late Victorian Pin ~ Applied Flowers & Pearls
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian:Gold:Pin
Dating to the late 1800's this heavy gold bar pin would be considered to have some Aesthetic Period influence. The pin features three flowers similar to a buttercup centered by genuine pearls in prong settings (tests 14K). Applied to the bar pin are elegant life-like vine and leaf designs. The Aesthetic movement brought with it simpler designs inspired by nature. It is in very good condition showing minor wear and a replaced safety clasp on the lower left and it has a repaired C clasp. Otherwise ...
$50 USDHand Painted Porcelain Warrior Brooch ~ c1890
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian:Hand Painted Porcelain
Finely executed handpainted on porcelain rendition of a Warrior, set in a gilt frame with a C clasp closure, circa 1890. Measures 1" in diameter. Excellent condition, no blemishes or repairs. Priced for a quick sale.
$245 USD12K Victorian Etruscan Revival Love Knot Ring
Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Victorian:Gold:Etruscan Revival:Ring
Stunning 12K gold 'love knot' ring accented with three tiny seed pearls and Etruscan granulation and wirework. Very lightweight and made in tubular fashion, tests 12K gold. Ring size is 8.5 and it could not be resized due to it's construction. Excellent condition, shows little wear, all original, no damages, repairs or other blemishes to note. Top measures 3/4" by 1/2".
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