#VCP - NB45 Very Fine Vulcanite Cherub Brooch
Well, I guess this update is going to have an angel or cherub theme as there a couple of them! This is a gorgeous rendition of a carved cherub in full flight, carrying a garland of flowers. It measures 2 Ό x 1 ½ and is in very good condition, with no chips or cracks to the carving, a bit of crazing to the back (typical of vulcanite) the only item to note, not really a flaw. The carving has retained its rich black color not faded to brown. It has a c clasp, the pinstem has been replaced with a gold or gold fill one, the rest of the set in clasp is brass. Pretty early, c. 1870 or so and such a nice size - a must have addition to any cherub or Victoriana collection!
$ 325.00 - Sold |
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#VCL-B9124 Ornate Victorian Locket & Chain
A showy, heavy gold filled locket measuring 1 6/8 x 1 1/8 and decorated to the front with ornate applied bluebells and framed with ornate granulated Etruscan goldwork. It hangs from an equally ornate 18 fancy link chain and is in overall very good condition. The back of the locket has a small dent and inside has a bit of discoloration - should polish out, but a picture will cover it, too. c. 1880, no other faults to note and quite gorgeous on!
$ 225.00 - Sold
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#VCL - MM154 Victorian Scottish Cupid Locket
Another cherub! This one is definitely cupid, note the bow and arrow at the ready on the front, on the back is a cool Scottish hat, heather and sword motif! Both of the carvings are very finely detailed. The locket has an unusual mix of materials the frame is painted black metal (appears to be brass), the carvings I THINK are either jet or gutta percha which is backed inside with a piece of painted wood. The inside compartment also has the original hinged glass for a portrait or other memento. The locket measures 2 1/8 to the top of the bale x 1 1/8 wide. Aside from some wear to the black paint of the brass frame (easily touched up if you choose) it is in excellent condition, with no wear to the carving or other faults to note. Darling AND quite romantic!
$ 250.00 |
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#3315 Good Gold Fill Tracery Enamel Bangle
A nice Victorian bangle, crafted from a sheet of solid gold over a base metal core. Decorated with typical, ornate black tracery enamel. Nice size at 5/8 wide and the oval shape measure 2 ½ inside, comfortable for up to a 6 Ύ wrist. The construction of the bangle is a sheet of solid gold over a shell of base metal. The overall condition is good however there are several small dents or dings on the inside of the bracelet and some wear to the edges. Circa 1890.
$ 225.00 - Sold
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#VCE-BB2034 Fun Victorian Dangle Earrings
Hard to take a picture of, but sure fun to wear, these gold fill Victorian earrings look like karat gold with NO wear to note. Dropping from a nice shield shape top and circling around to form a wirework decorated horn, they measure 1 Ό long x 5/8 wide and weigh 4.0 dwt (6.22 grams) total. In excellent condition, great for everyday. Circa 1900, certified to be as described and to be authentic antique jewelry.
$ 210.00
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#675 Victorian Eastlake Two Color Engraved Earrings
A sweet pair of Victorian dangle earrings, done in gold fill with an engraved Eastlake design. A great look in engraved rose and yellow gold with a floral motif, they are made in two parts to give a little bit of movement. Converted to screwbacks from pierced at some point along the way, they measure 1 long x 9/16 wide. Very wearable, in overall good condition, with no dings or dents, the only fault a bit of lead solder visible from the screwback conversion. c. 1890, certified to be as described and to be authentic antique jewelry.
$ 85.00 - Sold
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#3085 Romantic Carved Antler Brooch Lovebirds!
A pair of birds lovebirds I think, or maybe a variation on the Doves of Pliny, are intricately carved from a cross section of antler. They are shown drinking from a bird bath and are surrounded by all sorts of lacy foliage, really beautifully done. It measures 1 13/16 x 1 3/8, the front has been stained a rich brown which was typical for the time to bring out the details, but the back was left natural. In excellent condition, with no damage to the carving or other faults, what would have been a c clasp has been replace with a good safety. Circa 1880, certified to be as described and to be authentic antique jewelry.
$ 100.00 - Sold
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#VCP-B2033 Goldstone Framed Micro Mosaic Bird Motif Pin
Tiny tiles become an overflowing centerpiece of colorful flowers flanked by two fluttering doves in a vivid turquoise ground and framed by brilliant gold stone. Certainly worthy of a gold frame but has only a modest metal inset pin back, this gorgeous brooch measures 2 1/8 x 7/16. In excellent condition, with no missing tesserae or other faults to note. Circa 1880, certified to be as described and to be authentic antique jewelry.
$ 485.00 - Sold
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#VCB-MM179 Victorian Ivory
Articulated Snake Bracelet
A charming Victorian carved sectional ivory snake bracelet strung on elastic and beautifully modeled in three dimensions as a snake. Expandable to fit just about any size wrist, the head is 12mm wide. It is in overall good condition, though does have a couple of faults, most notably a missing eye (easily replaced) and I think it may have had once had a tongue. Otherwise, a nick or two to the ivory, including a small chip to the lower mouth. All acceptable given the age, not noticeable when worn, but mentioned for accuracy. Needs a bath, but the patina of the ivory is wonderful, I did not want to disturb it so will let the new owner clean to taste, if at all. Quite an attractive and VERY collectible Victorian bracelet! c. 1880, certified to be as described and to be authentic antique jewelry.
$ 775.00
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#VCP-MM152 Victorian Carved Ivory Hand Brooch
A classic Victorian carved ivory hand brooch, clutching a gold filled bar and decorated with a gold filled band around the carved cuff. It measures 2 x 5/8 and is in excellent condition, with no wear to note. Simple t-bar hinge and c clasp.
$ 135.00
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#VCN-MM191 Jeweled Victorian Saphiret Glass Fob Festoon Necklace
An unusual Victorian saphiret stone, measuring ½ around and inlaid with multi-colored rhinestones, is the centerpiece of this festoon necklace. Originally a double sided fob (the other side is a polished black onyx square), at some point it was transformed into a swag necklace using antique chain and it looks wonderful when worn, thankfully, it was done so nothing on the original fob was changed or damaged. Everything is gold plate or fill, there is wear to the gold on the fob and some minor wear to the onyx stone, but the saphiret, which is really the star of the show is in very good condition.
Saphiret glass was made with real gold which created the color changing properties of the glass from pink to blue to aqua to brown as well as giving it it's opalescent quality. Because of the gold and skill involved in it's manufacture, it is one of the most difficult of old Czech glass to find, making it highly desirable to collectors. Saphiret inlaid with rhinestones such as this are doubly rare, making this quite a find! The necklace measures 18 long and hand down 1 Ό. Aside from the aforementioned wear, it is in otherwise very good condition and ready to wear (though I would polish the gold up a bit) or to add to your saphiret collection! Fob is c. 1900 or so, conversion was done later. Certified to be as described and to be authentic antique jewelry!
$ 225.00- Sold
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#VCP-MM200 Three Sentimental
Heart Shaped Photo Pins
A set of three charming Victorian photo pins depicting a family in their Sunday finest. They each measure 15/16 heart shape with center ½ round photos that appear to be transferred on to a metal back. A bit of scroll work and a single bobble decorates each. Would love to know the story of these three - Dad has a great period mustache, Moms smile is a little forced, I think and the daughter! I cant decide if she is sick (look at those shadows under her eyes) or just really, really unhappy because of the big floppy bows in her banana curls! On the back there is a stamped GD which could stand for gold however they do not hold up to 10K acid, so buy them as gold fill. Nice rich, rosey color, each is fitted with their original t-bar hinge, extended pinstem and c clasp. In overall excellent condition, with some light scratches most notably to Dad and greatly magnified in our photos, not really noticeable in person. These were purchased together and appear to have remained together since they were taken instant ancestors! Circa 1900, certified to be as described and to be authentic antique jewelry.
$ 85.00
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#VCB-B9197 Victorian Fancy Link
Bohemian Garnet Bracelet
A must for the garnet lover, this ornate gold filled bracelet features large, oval 4 x 6mm Bohemian garnets separated by c shaped links encrusted with small rose cut garnets. The look is completed with a larger center section with a gorgeous 7 x 9mm garnet. All stones are natural garnets and a good, rich red color. It measures 6 ½ x Ό wide and has a good, strong garnet covered box clasp. In excellent condition, with no wear to note. c. 1900, certified to be as described and to be authentic antique jewelry!
$ 475.00 - Sold
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#VCE-MM189 Victorian Garnet Four Leaf Clover Earrings
A touch of luck for daily wear, these hard to find earrings feature four leaf clovers encrusted with fine red Bohemian garnets. They measure 7/16 and have been converted to posts for pierced ears. Unmarked, set in garnet gold, they are in excellent condition, with no wear to note. Circa 1900, certified to be as described and to be authentic antique jewelry.
$195.00
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#FCPB-3020 - Victorian Ivory Cherub Brooch
Yet another cherub, this a wonderful Victorian carved ivory pin with chubby cheeks and fine details to his wings and curls. It measures 2 x 1 ½ and is fitted to the back with a c clasp. In overall good condition, small crack to one wing that is stable and some natural discoloration to the ivory the only faults, reflected in the price. Circa 1900, certified to be as described and to be authentic antique jewelry.
$ 495.00 |
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