#VFS-MM165 Gold & Diamond Dog Stickpin
A great solid 9K gold stickpin, in the form of a spaniels head with sparkly rose cut diamond eyes. Measuring 2 1/8 long, with the head measuring 3/8 x ½, it weighs 3.7 dwt or 5.75 grams. Hallmarked with a makers mark of GS and 375 for 9K gold. In excellent condition, with no wear to note, I think this may be a later version of a Victorian design.
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#DCB-B1944 Art Deco Showy Sapphire Costume Bracelet
Very cool Art Deco era bracelet, featuring chunks of polished blue sapphire glass striped with a band of sparkling rhinestones and linked by domed settings of more sparkling white rhinestones set in white metal. Very well made to look like the real thing, appears to be from one of the better designers of the era, but unmarked. It measures 7 x 9/16 wide and is in excellent condition, with no wear to note, the stones are all bright and sparkly. Good, working push in clasp, original safety chain
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#ESP-MM167 Edwardian Sterling Paye & Baker Guilloche Enamel Pin
A pretty Edwardian era sterling brooch in elongated bow form, enameled in pastels and fully hallmarked sterling as well as the makers mark of P & B in hearts for Paye & Baker. c. 1910, it measures 2 1/8 long by ½ and is in excellent condition, with no wear to note and the original pinback.
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#B9095 - Dangly 14K Victorian Earrings w/Tassels
A good pair of true, 14K Victorian earrings getting harder and harder to find! Prettily repoussed and engraved in a double shell design, they measure a noteworthy 2 Ό long from the top of the shell. Post backs for pierced ears (probably a conversion from what would have originally been wires, very professionally done), they weigh 6.9 grams (4.4 dwt) and are in excellent condition, with no wear to note. Tons of movement with the tassels, very flirty on! Certified to be as described and to be authentic antique jewelry.
$ 550.00
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#MM131 Early 14K Enamel Pansy Locket
An early locket probably Civil War era, made from unmarked but tested 14K rose , decorated with big bobbles surrounding an enameled pansy. The pansy is done in blue and white enamel and set to the center with a tiny garnet cabochon. It is framed with engraving and black tracery enamel. The locket measures 1 5/8 (without the bale) by 1 1/8. The back is lightly engraved in a cool design (it was hard to get a good picture of) and it opens to reveal the original glass on both sides covering a bit of purple fabric. The 24 mesh chain is gold fill and a later addition, but came with it, so I am leaving it as found. In lovely condition, the only fault I can really point out is a very slight ripple to the gold in the back. The enamel is intact Hallmarked on the bale with a letter A - the locket on its own weighs 4.6 grams, with the chain the weight is 13.6. Rich, original patina lovely for a pansy collector! Certified to be as described and to be authentic antique jewelry.
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#MM134 Carved Ivory or Bone Slip Locket
Another locket dating from the Civil War era, this pretty one was sold to me as ivory, but I think it is probably finely carved bone. Formed as a sheaves of wheat - a Victorian era symbol for resurrection or the "divine harvest" - often represents the aged, so this is quite probably a mourning locket. There are also two pretty carved flowers as added decoration. It is a good example, measuring 1 7/8" x 1 ½". The top slides open on a hinge to reveal an oval glass with gold braid trim for a picture or other memento. The carving is well done and it is in excellent condition, with no chips, cracks or other wear to note, just a bit of natural discoloration to the material - hard to find these old carved pieces without some damage! Certified to be as described and to be authentic antique jewelry.
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#MM135 15K Rhodalite Garnet Brooch and Earring Set
A lovely Victorian set of 15K garnet drop earrings and matching locket pendant. The earrings are the stars of the set, measuring 1 Ύ x 11/16 wide. Constructed in two oval hollowware sections held by a twist of gold, they are ornately hand chased to the front and set with genuine rhodalite garnets and a smaller paste or rock crystal stone. The backs are plain, highly polished gold. Marked and tested 15 CT, they are for pierced ears. The little locket is sweet, repeating the design and measuring Ύ (without the 1/8 bale) x 5/8. It has a crystal covered back covering an empty compartment. The earrings have been converted from the original wires to plain posts, it was professionally done and they look great on. The locket is missing a bit of the gold bezel holding the crystal but it is secure. There are no dings, dents or other faults to note. Certified to be as described and to be authentic antique jewelry.
$ 675.00
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#MM142 - 14K Krementz Diamond Bar Pin
A cool pierced 14K yellow gold bar pin from noted jewelry manufacturer Krementz. Set with three small European diamonds in flower mountings, it measures a good sized 2 ½ x Ό and weighs 6.7 grams. In excellent, all original condition, with a beautiful, rich bloomed patina. Certified to be as described and to be authentic estate jewelry.
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#MM102 - Vulcanite Mourning Locket and Jet Chain
A very fine example of Victorian mourning jewelry - a Vulcanite oval locket, with a dear mourning scene in high relief on the front. The scene depicts a cross beneath the spreading branches of a tree surrounded by foliage. The hinged locket opens to reveal a decorative patterned interior with compartments for photos, hair art or other mementos. There is no glass and I am not sure if there ever was. The locket has a French jet bead chain with round, flower shaped polished beads and 4 sided oval matte beads. The locket measures 1 3/8 long without the Vulcanite ring bale x 1 1/8 wide. The chain measures 27 inches long and retains the original fob hook closure. In very good condition, though would benefit from a spot of cleaning - overall a quite wearable piece! Certified to be as described and to be authentic antique jewelry.
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#VCB - MM154 Victorian Rose Cut Bangle Bracelet
A lovely Victorian rose cut garnet hinged bangle bracelet done in heavy gold fill. A single row of 3.4mm garnets crosses over and ends at the top with a big flower center. The flower is comprised of a large,4.1mm center garnet, the petals are a mix of larger and smaller garnets. All the stones are intact and are genuine, mined gems, bead set securely in their settings. The center flower measures 1 around, the width of the rest of the band is 1/8. The slight oval bracelet will easily fit a 2 Ό, medium sized wrist and is finished with a secure box clasp and safety chain. c. 1900, no wear to note.
$ 395.00 - Sold
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#BJ3272 - 14K Arts & Crafts Pink and Blue Topaz Ring
A lovely Arts& Crafts era ring, bezel mounted with three genuine topaz stones, two ocean blue ones and one brilliant pink one. Done in unmarked but tested 14K yellow gold with applied, engraved leaves, the stones measure about 6.5mm x 5mm and is Ύ wide. Currently a sizeable 5 ½, it weighs 3.9 grams. In excellent condition, with no wear to note. Certified to be as described and to be authentic estate jewelry.
$ 475.00 - Sold
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#VCB - MM153 Exquisite Master Carved Ivory Cameo Bracelet
Wow, wow, wow that is really all you can say about this amazing bracelet! The centerpiece is a magnificently carved work of art, depicting the full bust of a baby, wearing a carved sash and resting its head on a pillow of intricately carved roses. The infant is either asleep, or this is a mourning piece either way I believe this was a custom design and the angelic baby depicted was the beloved child of someone with enough money to commission the carver to render this likeness.
The artist was obviously a master the carving is done from a single piece of ivory and measures 2 ½ tall x 1 ½ wide x 13/16 deep. The rest of the bracelet is made from curved sections of ivory, restrung on newer elastic. The fit is flexible, the inside diameter unstretched is 2 Ό. The construction is such that the centerpiece could also easily be removed and strung on a ribbon choker, too, for a completely different look. c. 1870, this is one of the finest examples of antique ivory carving I have seen and I have gotten pretty jaded. Unfortunately it is unsigned so any attribution would only be speculation. In fantastic condition, with NO chips, breaks or other damage to note, sure to be the centerpiece of any fine Victoriana collection!
$ 2250.00 - Sold
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#VCP - B9101 Good Large Victorian Satsuma Brooch
A Victorian era Satsuma brooch, depicting a snow covered Mount Fuji in the background with a foreground of soft orange, blue and white flowers and gold accents. A little history - Satsuma porcelain has been traced to 17th century Japan, taking its name from the southern province of Kyushu Island. The Shimzu family introduced the world to their beautiful earthenware pieces at the Paris International Exposition of 1867. Attracted by the fine craftsmanship and gorgeous designs, Satsuma porcelain was an instant hit. This brooch dates to around that period and is a good example of why the world was enchanted with the technique. It measures 1 7/8 around and is framed and backed in gilded brass with a good c clasp and hinge. In excellent condition, with no wear to note, it is beautiful for both wear and display.
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#2831 Natural Coral Button Bangle Bracelet
A late Victorian bangle bracelet, done in gold fill and set with 20 graduated, genuine button coral across the top. Accented by delicate scrolling filigree work around the edges, the undyed coral measures 4 mm up to 7 mm with the center oval coral measuring 8x11 mm. The bracelet measures 2 ½ x 2 and is 11/16 wide. Oval in shape, the inside measures 2 3/16 across and should comfortably fit up to a 6 3e/4 wrist. There is a bit of bending to the bars at the back (not visible from the front) and a bit of gilt wear, but this is still quite wearable as is. Circa 1900, certified to be as described and to be authentic antique jewelry.
$ 200.00 - Sold
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#MM114 Pair of Krementz 14K Enamel Flower Pins
Not one, but two of the sweetest true Art Nouveau 14K enamel beauty pins you will find. Each is done in leaf form and decorated with soft green shading to yellow enamel, a stem of gold swoops around and holds a single sea pearl as a delicate flower. c. 1900, each is fully hallmarked for Krementz and measure 1 x 1/8. In excellent, all original condition, they appear unworn. Both the enamel and gold are in as close to pristine condition as you will find. Certified to be as described and to be authentic estate jewelry.
$325.00 - Sold
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#MM132 Kohn & Co. Carved Moonstone Scarab Stickpin
Wonderful Egyptian Revival gold & scarab stickpin. A beautiful, highly quality, glowing moonstone is carved into the form of an Egyptian scarab, the oval shape framed by a simple wide gold bezel. The scarab measures a bit more than 12 x 9 mm - just about 1/2 inch in height and the stick measures 2 1/2 inches in length. The stick is marked "Kohn" for Kohn & Co., a Newark firm. Gold is unmarked but tested and guaranteed 14K. Really pretty stone, I have had this awhile and considered having it set as a ring, but decided to leave it alone. In excellent condition, with no wear to note, certified to be as described and to be authentic antique jewelry.
$250.00 - Sold
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#9073B - Riker Brothers Art Nouveau Gem Topaz Brooch
There is no denying that Riker Brothers jewelry is some of the best of the era, rivaling even Tiffany and Cartier in the quality of design and construction. This is an excellent example - a slightly curved brooch, done in 14K bloomed gold and bezel mounted with what appears to be an Imperial gem topaz - it has the most amazing color - almost a soft apricot. The brooch features flowing, applied foliate goldwork on a polished gold frame. It measures 1 5/8" x ½", the stone, which is emerald cut, measures Ό" x just a smidge under 3/8". Fully hallmarked with the Riker Brothers mark, as well as marked and tested 14K, it has the original "c" clasp and t-bar hinge. It weighs 4.3 dwt (6.7 grams) and is in close to pristine condition, with a rich, original patina no faults to note. Certified to be as described and to be authentic estate jewelry.
$575.00 - Sold
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#3557 - Gold Diamond Winged Dragon Watch Pin
A very fine, large and showy watch pin in the form of a winged dragon. Crafted in unmarked but tested at least 12K gold, which has a rich, old gold patina. The creature holds in his mouth a sparkling, bright white, high quality diamond of an estimated .20 to .25 points. The detail in this brooch is exquisite, each section of the dragon has something going on - engraving and texture and minute detail. It measures just a smidge over 1 ½" x 1 ½" and weighs 6.2 dwt (9.6 grams). It has a large, sturdy pin to hold a watch, an early safety catch and a slightly extended pinstem. In very fine condition, with no faults to note. Certified to be as described and to be authentic estate jewelry.
$ 950.00 - Sold
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#NFP-B9130 14K Art Nouveau Whiteside & Blank Enamel Brooch
A striking example of Art Nouveau enamelwork, done in 14K yellow gold from Whiteside & Blank. Delicate shades of pink and green enamel in whiplash form culminate in a center glowing natural pearl. The brooch measures 1 11/16 x 5/16 and is marked and tested 14K as well as with the makers mark. Early safety clasp with extended pinback, in excellent condition, with no wear to the enamel or other faults to note, c. 1905.
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#BN42 - Unusual 9K Kangaroo Paw Botanical Brooch
If you are into botanical paintings, you will love this brooch! Painted on porcelain and dated 7/12/1919, it is well painted and framed in unmarked but tested 9-10K gold. It is a good size and measures 2 x 1 3/45 and is fitted with a c clasp. Artist signed as well as dated, along with Kangaroo Paw and Anigozanthos, the true botanical name. Kangaroo Paw is the floral emblem of Western Australia, it was introduced to the country in 1839. It is a protected species of flora and incorporated in the official Western Australia crest. The brooch is in excellent condition, with no wear to note. Very interesting and a great gift for a botanist! Certified to be as described and to be authentic antique jewelry.
$ 175.00 - Sold
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