#VFP-B1949 Victorian 18k Pietra Dura
Floral Brooch
A bouquet of Spring flowers, crafted from delicately shaded stone and mounted in black onyx is the subject of this elegant Victorian pietra dura brooch. Framed in an Estruscan 18K gold beadwork frame, the brooch measures 1 11/16 x 1 5/16, the mosaic is 1 5/16 x 1. It weighs 6.9 dwt or 10.7 grams and has a t-bar hinge and c clasp. In excellent condition, with no faults, the only item to note is a gold solder reinforcement to the pin stem. c. 1880, certified to be as described and to be authentic antique jewelry.
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#VFP-B3028 Exceptional 14K Victorian Micromosaic - Vatican City
This magnificent example of Victorian micromosaic work depicts an amazing rendition of Vatican City. It looks like a little watercolor with the realistic detail and soft colors! Certainly a souvenir of someones Grand Tour, it was obviously done by a master and I imagine it cost a fortune. Bordered in black onyx border and mounted in a good, Etruscan granulated 18K yellow gold frame, the mosaic measures 1 x Ύ and the overall size is 1 Ύ x 1 ½. The minute tiles feel as smooth as glass to the touch and there are even a few tiny people in the foreground. In excellent condition, with no missing tesserae (pindot nick to the onyx surround the only item to note), fitted with the original c clasp and t-bar hinge. Unmarked, but tested and guaranteed 14K, circa 1880. Certified to be as described and to be authentic antique jewelry.
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#VFP-B3082 14K Victorian Locket Girl with Horse
What a wonderful Victorian locket for the horse lover! Crafted from unmarked but tested 14K yellow gold, the design is of a lovely girl with flowing hair stroking the nose of a diamond eyed horse. It measures 1 around and weighs 3.6 dwt (5.5 grams) grams and is sentimentally engraved with ornate initials on the back. Circa 1900, in excellent condition with no wear to note, circa 1900. Certified to be as described and to be authentic antique jewelry.
$ 575.00- Sold
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#VFP-B9186 Victorian 14K Bouquet of Flowers Pietra Dura Pin
Gorgeous, gently shaded pastel flowers are set in onyx and framed in a 14k wire work in this Victorian pietra dura brooch. Measuring 1 5/8 x 1 7/8, it has the original t-bar hinge, c claps and extended pinstem. It weighs 12.3 dwt (19.1 grams) and is in beautiful condition with absolutely no wear to note. c. 1890, certified to be as described and to be authentic antique jewelry.
$ 750.00 - Sold
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#MM-ODA230 Wonderful Copper Art Nouveau Stamp Box
I am a sucker for little things with birds on them so just could not resist this great little footed stamp box! Crafted from copper with a silvered interior, the top features a finely detailed little bird perched atop a flowering branch. The branch extends to the edges, which morph into a pair of scaled water creatures perhaps dragons? The base is stamped with more flower designs. It measures approx 2 x 2 and is in excellent condition, with just some light wear to the interior silvering. The hinge is tight. Unmarked, it weighs 58.8 dwt (91.4 grams). Just a great little object for your desk to admire, but useful, too, whether for stamps, paperclips or other little items. Certified to be as described.
$ 325.00 - Sold
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#VFN-MM221 Edwardian Opal and Seed Pearl Lavaliere
A delicate Edwardian era lavaliere pendent decorated with seed pearls and natural solid opals. Lovely open yellow gold work in a daisy design is marked and tested14K. The pendant sports 5 fiery opals approx 3-4mm each, a circle of seed pearls and a final tooth pearl dangle. The detail is wonderful, look at the engraved bale holding the tooth pearl! It weights 2 dwt (3.1 grams) and measures 1 5/8 long by Ύ around. In excellent condition, with no wear to note, circa 1910. Certified to be as described and to be authentic antique jewelry.
$ 295.00 - Sold
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#NFN-B2022 14K Art Nouveau
Black Opal Necklace
Well, weve saved one of the best for last on this update a quite drool worthy confection of exquisite Art Nouveau craftsmanship. Yes, it is expensive, but if you love Art Nouveau, you will appreciate the classic Nouveau styling with the beautifully bloomed and hand carved gold floral frame and sea pearl accents. If you love opals, you will dream of the deep purple, blue and green shades of these huge, fine, solid black ones. Huge, natural, untreated, solid black opals not doublets or triplets.
However, if you love Art Nouveau AND opals, this may just be your holy grail! The total length of the drop is 2 5/8 long x 1 5/16 inches across. The top opal itself measures 23mm x 14mm x 6mm and bottom teardrop opal measures 13mm x 17mm x 6mm. It hangs from a 15, 14K yellow gold chain and is in exquisite condition, with some expected, light surface scratches to the stones only viewed at an angle the only item to note. Otherwise no chips, crazing or cracks or other faults to note a magnificent antique necklace to wear and treasure. Circa 1910, certified to be as described and to be authentic antique jewelry.
$ 6000.00 - Sold
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#EFP-B3025 Riker Brothers 14K Diamond Dragonfly
A fabulous find from noted jewelers Riker Brothers (Newark, 1846-1943), a dragonfly pin in 14K yellow gold. Tiny genuine diamonds and green garnet eyes complete the design, which measures 1 Ό x 1. In excellent condition, with no wear to note, fully marked 14K and the Riker Bros. hallmark. Circa 1910, in excellent condition, with no wear to note. Certified to be as described and to be authentic antique jewelry.
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#RFP-B2067 - Large 14K Limoges Enamel Portrait Pin/Pendant
Pearls, diamonds, enamel, gold, Limoges can it get any better? A portrait of an elegant woman on a showy red background is done in enamel on copper with foil highlights. The frame is 14K yellow gold, with fleur de lis prongs, 3 mm pearls and ½ carat (.50 points) brilliant cut diamond at the top. Measuring 2 around by 2 1/8 to the top of the diamond (which hides the pendant bale), it weighs 10 dwt (15.5 grams). Marked and tested 14K, in excellent condition with no wear to note. C. 1950, certified to be as described and to be authentic antique jewelry.
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#9062B - Weighty 18K Art Deco Link Bracelet
Classic never goes out of style and this 18K yellow gold link bracelet is as elegant today as it was when it was made. Weighing a whopping 40 dwt (62.2 grams) it measures 7 ½" long by 1 Ό" wide. The unique, dimensional link design looks very Austrian, though there are no country hallmarks to give any other clue as to country of origin - just the 18K stamp. In good condition, with a typical ding or two due to age (nothing horrid, but mentioned for accuracy). Certified to be as described and to be authentic estate jewelry.
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#RFB-B2090 14K Retro Aqua Necklace & Bracelet
Mouth watering natural aquamarines are nestled amongst engraved 14K yellow gold leaves in this lovely Retro era necklace and bracelet set. Clusters of aquas in a floral motif adorn the centerpiece of the necklace, the bracelet has alternating gems and leaves. Each oval gem ranges in size from 5mm x 7.6mm to 6mm x 7.4mm. Both the bracelet and necklace have 8 stones each - the bracelet measures 7 1/16 x 3/8, the necklace 14 Ύ x 11/16. The set weighs 8.6 dwt (13.37 grams) for the bracelet and 11.9 dwt (18.5 grams), totaling 20.5 dwt (31.8 grams). In excellent condition, with no wear to note, c. 1940s. Certified to be as described and to be authentic antique jewelry.
$ 1400.00 - Sold
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#ESP-MM226 Norway Sterling Scenic Enamel Brooch
A beautifully enameled scenic Norwegian sterling brooch, featuring the silhouette of a moose beside a lake against the northern lights filled sky. The moose is king of the forest in Norway and I have seen different variations of this scene all quite striking and very well done. This one is framed in engraved, gilded sterling with a rich patina and measures 1 3/8 x 1. Marked and tested sterling as well as a makers mark of SW I do not recognize, it weighs 4.2 dwt (6.5 grams). Fitted with a c clasp and t-bar hinge, circa 1920s, certified to be as described and to be authentic antique jewelry.
$95.00 - Sold
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#DSW-B1939 Whimsical Deco Sterling Cherub Coach Watch Pin
Oh how fun I am in love with this pin! A darling little cherub or putti, blowing a horn and driving a horse drawn carriage in the shape of a heart and crown surely pulling royalty! The detail is fantastic, done in 935 silver (probably German in origin, a grade up from sterling) and encrusted with marcasites, there is even a marcasite on the top of the horn! The horses have red eyes, the wheels turn! and the brooch is three dimensional and stands on its own, making it wonderful for display when not being worn. I am not done yet, though, the coach hides a wonderful little 17 jewel Swiss watch. Measuring 2 ½ x 1 Ό, it weighs 17.2 dwt or 26.7 grams. c. 1930, heavy pinback and strong clasp. Exceptional workmanship, in overall excellent condition the only fault is the watch is currently not running, but may just need a cleaning. So hard to resist!
$ 295.00 - Sold
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#DSN-3043 Jugendstil Jeweled Enamel Theodor Fahrner Necklace
A wonderful find from the highly collected German jewelry firm of Theodor Fahrner a Jugendstil enameled dangle necklace with genuine peridot gems and seed pearl accents. Hard to describe, even for me, it features an arched center plaque with openwork silver and soft green and white enamel. From this dangles bezel mounted faceted peridots and tiny seed pearls and it is topped with a peridot as well. The pictures do NOT do it justice, this is just an amazing necklace! The center measures 1 ½ x 1 Ό and the overall length is 17. In excellent condition, with no wear to note, the only thought is the chain may be a replacement, but it is period and works well. Circa 1910, just a wonderful example of why Fahrners work is so sought after, certified to be as described and to be authentic antique jewelry.
$ 1400.00 - Sold
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#VSP-B1945 Unger Brothers Sterling Nouveau Pin
A nice little brooch from Unger Brothers, in an Art Nouveau leaf and berry motif. It measures 1 around and is fitted with the original c clasp and pinback. Fully marked with the Unger Brothers hallmark, in excellent condition with no wear to note.
$ 110.00 - Sold
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#B9086 - Victorian Sterling Paste Moon Pin
A very fine early Victorian paste pin, done in sterling in the form of a crescent moon. It measures 1 ½ x 1 ½ and is in close to pristine condition, with no damage, repairs or wear that I can find to note. The pastes (which may actually be faceted rock crystal) are bead and bezel mounted and are beautifully matched. It has a good, all original c clasp, t-back hinge and extended pinstem. Unmarked, but tested and guaranteed sterling. An excellent addition to any Georgian or Victorian paste collection.
$ 225.00 - Sold
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#KFR-B3073 Striking Estate 14K Opal Ring
A big center solid vibrant oval opal, flashing brilliant hues of reds, blues and greens is surrounded by 12 well matched smaller opals and mounted in polished 14Kyellow gold. The center gem measures 8 mm x 6 mm, the surrounding ones are 3 mm each. The ring is currently a sizeable 6 Ό and weighs 2 dwt (3.1 grams). Circa 1960, in excellent condition, with no chips or cracks to the stones or other wear to note. Beautiful gift for the opal lover! Certified to be as described and to be authentic estate jewelry.
$ 265.00 - Sold
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#MM-RFCL232 14K Chrysanthemum Diamond Flower Cufflinks
A great pair of weighty and unusual cufflinks in the form of chrysanthemums in full bloom. The tops hold a pretty, high quality .10 point brilliant cut diamond, the backs are smaller flowers without the gems. The combination of size, subject and blackened gold technique really make a statement when worn. Marked and tested 14K as well as with an unknown makers mark, the tops measure 1 around. The combined weight is 5.2 dwt (8 grams) and they are in excellent condition, with no wear to note. Circa 1960, certified to be as described and to be authentic estate jewelry.
$ 795.00 - Sold
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#KFP-B3081 Darling 14K Jeweled Puppy Dog Pin
What a cutie this puppy is! And he is housebroken - having just finished dog sitting a puppy for a week for a friend, I can personally attest that there is a lot to be said for that! : ) Done in textured, marked and tested 14K yellow gold, his eye is a natural, 2mm sapphire, his cute button nose is a 2mm onyx and his tongue is a 3mm natural ruby. He measures 1 x Ύ and weighs 3.9 dwt (6 grams). This cutie measures 1 x Ύ inches and weighs 3.9dwt. Signed DANFERE along with a copyright symbol, he is in excellent condition, with no wear to note. Circa 1980, certified to be as described and to be authentic estate jewelry.
$ 450.00 - Sold
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#ESP - NB55 Antique English Sterling Spaniel Pin
If you are a dog lover like I am, you will find it hard to resist this wonderful antique sterling spaniel pin. A quite noble and handsome looking dog, I thought, and such great detail, down to the collar he wears! Measuring 2 x 1 5/8, it is fully hallmarked for Birmingham, 1921, along with a makers mark of T& S. In very fine, original condition, with c clasp, extended pinback and t-bar hinge, no damage or repairs to note.
$ 165.00 - Sold
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