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Black Jet Square Stickpin

$50 USD Offers ConsideredBlack Jet Square Stickpin

Jewelry:Antique:Stickpins:Jet
So simple. A 1/4 inch square piece of black jet on a silver-toned pin stem. Stickpin in excellent condition. No clutch. Overall measurement 3 inches.
German Art Nouveau or Jugendstil Sterling Cherub Brooch

$295 USDGerman Art Nouveau or Jugendstil Sterling Cherub Brooch

Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Art Nouveau:Pins/Brooches:Sterling Silver:German Jugendstil Cherubs
This is a fabulous German Art Nouveau or Jugendstil Sterling Silver Cherub brooch. Marked Sterling Silver and Geschutzt (German for trademark). This lovely brooch is dated post 1918 by the trademark symbol. The blue stone tests in the Iolite/Garnet family, so it could be either. All other stones test as glass or rhinestone. Some are more sparkly than others. One or two are quite dark. Nonetheless, the beauty and collectibility of this unusual brooch is in its age and history. C-clasp with a pin ...
Victorian Rhodium Plated Stickpin with Amethyst-Colored Glass

$74 USD Offers ConsideredVictorian Rhodium Plated Stickpin with Amethyst-Colored Glass

Jewelry:Antique:Stickpins:Rhodium:Amethyst Glass
Victorian rhodium plated stickpin with amethyst-colored glass. Stickpin measures 2-3/4 inches long with the decorative rhodium and colored glass head measuring 3/4 of an inch in length. Straight pin with just a slightest bow. No clutch. Rectangular glass is faceted and in excellent condition. No nicks, chips or flea bites. Some very minor wear to the rhodium plating present on a few spots of the pin stem mostly in the back, so not visible when worn. A lovely, refreshing change from gold or gold ...
Pair of Tiny Victorian Buckle Bracelets

$74 USD Offers ConsideredPair of Tiny Victorian Buckle Bracelets

Jewelry:Antique:Costume:Bracelets:Victorian:Buckle:Pair
A tiny pair of Victorian buckle bracelets, made of brass and embossed with a flower design. So tiny, the inner diameter is only 1-7/8 inches. Perfect for a 5" wrist. Brass band is only 1/4 of an inch wide. There are two holes on the band that the buckle hooks into. I can't imagine anyone fitting these bracelets on the second hole unless they are for a young child. No marks and unsigned. Quite extraordinary. The price is for the pair.
10K Yellow Gold Genuine Shell Cameo with Genuine Pearl Accents

$195 USD Offers Considered10K Yellow Gold Genuine Shell Cameo with Genuine Pearl Accents

Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Carved, Cameo:Brooches/Pins:10k Gold:Pearls
A stately, elegant 10K yellow gold genuine shell cameo with two genuine oval pearls. Marked 10k. Deep apricot brown shell with a creamy pale peach cameo. Measures 1-5/8 inches in length and 1-1/4 inches wide. Openwork frame has two oval genuine pearls, one at the top and one at the bottom. Near the top of the lovely woman's head, there is an edge that marks a layer of shell. It is not a crack. Please see photos. Safety clasp is strong and secure. There once was an extender. It is no longer there ...
SALE Fabulous Victorian Sash Pin with Huge Red Glass

$99 USD SaleSALE Fabulous Victorian Sash Pin with Huge Red Glass

Jewelry:Antique:Costume:Brooches And Pins:Victorian:Red
This wonderful Victorian Sash Pin with Huge Red Faceted Glass is not for the faint of heart. It is a substantial piece, measuring 3 inches across and 2 inches from top to bottom. It has a layered look, as the glass is set on top of the openwork frame. The faceted glass is a fabulous deep red. Since the brooch is open in the back, the red shows itself beautifully. Unsigned. Long, straight pin stem with early safety clasp. Brass-toned setting with the bezel around the glass more of a white metal ...
Magnificent 10K Yellow Gold Angel Skin Coral Cameo

$275 USD Offers ConsideredMagnificent 10K Yellow Gold Angel Skin Coral Cameo

Jewelry:Antique:Fine:Carved, Cameo:Brooches/Pins:10k Gold
A beautiful angel skin coral cameo in a 10K yellow gold frame. The coral is opaque and quite thick. At first I thought this a hard stone cameo with just in tinge of peach - so extremely pale, it gives the lovely lady (in dramatic relief) a hint of blush on her cheek and neck. I believe after much inspection, it is angel skin coral. Lovely frame or gallery with a delicate openwork border with leaf accents. Measures 1-1/2 inches long and 1-1/4 inches wide. Secure safety clasp. Tested for gold with ...
Handpainted Victorian Porcelain Brooch

$74 USD Offers ConsideredHandpainted Victorian Porcelain Brooch

Jewelry:Antique:Brooches And Pins:Victorian:Porcelain:Hand Painted:Forget Me Nots
I really love these hand painted Victorian porcelain brooches. This one is quite lovely with its blue forget me nots and gold-painted border. It measures 2-1/4 inches tall and 1-3/4 inches wide. In good condition. Strong and straight pin stem fits nicely in its C Clasp. Gold-colored back. Only one little imperfection at the top right corner that I believe has been touched up in the past. I didn't notice it until I got it home, so it's easily missed and not an issue. I've priced it accordingly.
Banded Agate Brooch

$53 USD Offers ConsideredBanded Agate Brooch

Jewelry:Antique:Costume:Pins/Brooches:Victorian:Banded Agate
Banded agate brooch with translucent shades of cream, caramel and black. Measures 1-3/8 x 5/8 of an inch. Bezel is a nickel silver, which is not a silver at all; it is an alloy with copper, nickel and sometimes, zinc. Named primarily for it's appearance, the bezel has a wonderful vintage patina. Sturdy safety clasp suggests that this is a post 1930's item even though it has the immediate look of a Victorian or Edwardian piece. You'll love it no matter what.
Incredible Pair of Victorian Horn Bracelets

$250 USD Offers ConsideredIncredible Pair of Victorian Horn Bracelets

Jewelry:Antique:Bracelets:Victorian:Horn
Incredible pair of Victorian horn bangle bracelets. Each bracelet measures 3/4 of an inch wide and each has an inner diameter of 2-3/8 inches and 2-1/2 inches respectively. I can get the 2-1/2 inch diameter bracelet on and off my hand. The smaller bracelet, even though only an 1/8 of an inch smaller will not fit over my hand. I'm a glove size 6-1/2 so a small hand is required to wear these. They are somewhat translucent when held up to the light. A unique find and very desirable pair of ...
Victorian Goldstone Brooch

$74 USD Offers ConsideredVictorian Goldstone Brooch

Jewelry:Antique:Brooches And Pins:Victorian:Goldstone
A fabulous example of a Victorian goldstone brooch! Full of sparkle. Measures 1 inch long and 3/8 inches high. Set in an open-backed brass frame that once had a gold wash, some of which is still evident. Beautiful oval goldstone has several natural dark spots, which may be seen in the photos. This is typical of goldstone and not from wear or damage. Original C Clasp closure. So much more beautiful in person; photos can never do this justice. Perfect for the Victorian collector.
Victorian GF Moss Agate Stickpin

$65 USD Offers ConsideredVictorian GF Moss Agate Stickpin

Jewelry:Antique:Stickpins:Moss Agate
Victorian gold-filled moss agate stickpin. Stickpin measures 32-1/2 inches long with the round moss agate cabochon measuring 5/8 of an inch in length. Straight pin. No clutch. Some very minor wear present on one spot of the pin stem, especially noticeable due to the extreme close up photos. GF on bezel in excellent condition. Simple, elegant and beautiful.
Victorian Triple Hairwork Watch Chain  13"

$195 USD Offers ConsideredVictorian Triple Hairwork Watch Chain 13"

Jewelry:Antique:Watch Chains:Victorians:Sentimental:Hairwork
Circa 1860's-1870's, this is a gorgeous Victorian hairwork watch chain with three woven, braided "chains" of dark brown hair. Measuring 13-1/4 inches in length, it has a heart design further identifying it as sentimental jewelry. A dog clip on one end and a large spring ring on the other end, this is is excellent condition with wear evident on the dog clip and minor wear on the other gold-wash accents.
Victorian Hand painted Porcelain Brooch with Roses

$74 USD Offers ConsideredVictorian Hand painted Porcelain Brooch with Roses

Jewelry:Antique:Brooches And Pins:Victorian:Porcelain Brooch:Handpainted Roses
This is a beautiful Victorian porcelain brooch, all hand painted with the most sumptuous pink and burgundy roses. Hand painted gold trim. Painting is in excellent condition. The brooch measures just over 2 inches high and 1-5/8 inches wide. The back shows some wear to the finish. C Clasp with a slightly bent pin stem, which is typical of many older pieces. It does not interfere with closure or looks. A really fabulous find!
Victorian GF Stickpin with Inlay of Mother Of Pearl

$74 USD Offers ConsideredVictorian GF Stickpin with Inlay of Mother Of Pearl

Jewelry:Antique:Stickpins:Mother Of Pearl
Victorian gold-filled stickpin with an inlay of white mother of pearl that has its own inlay of dramatic and colorful mother of pearl. The final inlay resembles a flower. Luminescent mother of pearl inlay is carved, especially noticeable in the leaf area. Stickpin measures 3-1/4 inches long with a straight pin. No clutch present. Gold filled head measures over 3/4 of an inch. Some wear present, especially noticable in the extreme close up photos. To the eye, it's just beautiful. Very unique and ...
 
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