An astonishing figural pendant necklace featuring a natural semi-baroque pearl in the shape of a pear, accented with platinum and 18K yellow gold leaves and a stem, all set with old European cut diamonds. The pearl has very fine orient, with all the colors of the rainbow skating over the creamy white surface. The diamonds are graded at an average of H/SI1. Converted from an Edwardian stickpin, the pear is now a gorgeous pendant hanging from a French 18K white gold chain.
NOTE: The pendant is also available without the chain for $1050.
NOTE: The pendant is also available without the chain for $1050.
- France, ca. 1910.
- Excellent condition; pendant converted from a stickpin.
- Pendant, 11/16" x 1/2"; overall necklace length, 16-3/8".
- 3.8 grams.
- Approximate Total Diamond Weight: .26 carat.
Red speckles stand out brightly against the dark greenish-black background of the bloodstone plaques featured in this pair of double-sided Victorian cufflinks by Larter. NOTE: the color contrast is more apparent in person than shown in the photos due to the reflectivity of the stones. Bloodstone, or Jasper, is also considered to be the "traditional" birthstone for March, while Aquamarine is considered to be the "modern" birthstone for March. Bloodstone is aligned with the Zodiac sign of Aries and is noted for its "healing properties." The stones are edged in 14K yellow gold borders engraved with a foliate motif. The oval faces are attached with figure-eight connectors signed with Larter's hallmark.
- America, ca. 1900.
- Excellent condition; all original.
- 5/8" x 1/2" (faces).
- 7.2 grams.
A vintage Austrian silver stopper for a wine bottle or decanter, the finial constructed from a coin known as the “Maria Theresa Thaler”. These coins were first minted during the reign of the Empress Maria Theresa, mother of Marie Antoinette. The front depicts Maria Theresa and the back features the imperial Hapsburg double eagle arms. The abbreviated Latin inscription reflects her full title, “Maria Theresa, by grace of God, Empress of the Romans, Queen of Hungary and Bohemia, Archduchess of Austria, Duchess of Burgundy, Countess of Tyrol” and includes her personal motto, “Justice and Clemency.” When the Empress died in 1780, the date on the coin was fixed in perpetuity. The coin had a very reliable silver content and became one of the most accepted coins for international trade—especially in the Middle East, Africa and parts of Asia. It ceased to be used as legal tender in the Austrian empire in 1857, but continued to be minted for international trading purposes. The coin used for this stopper has characteristics usually associated with early 20th century examples, and the hallmark on the stopper’s collar is that used in Vienna after 1922.
Origin: Austria, ca. 1930.
Condition: excellent, sharp detail, all original;
Note that the cork is too wide to fit a wine bottle, but could be shaved down to fit.
Size: 2-1/4” from bottom edge of silver collar to the top of the coin; 1-5/8” wide across the coin.
Weight: 45.0 grams.
A fabulous Art Nouveau 14K gold ring set with a round brilliant cut peridot flanked by seed pearls. The gem is set in a distinctly Gothic revival quatrefoil design. The gold surfaces are hand-finished and have a matte surface typical of Art Nouveau jewels. The peridot has excellent color and clarity that contrasts beautifully with the bright white pearls. Converted from a stickpin, the piece is now a gorgeous ring. The crown retains the original maker's mark for Shanley Jewelry Company, of the leading Art Nouveau jewelers in the U.S.
- America, ca. 1920.
- Condition: excellent; converted from a stickpin.
- Dimensions: crown, 5/8" x 5/8".
- Finger Size: 6-1/4.
- Weight: 2.6 grams.
- Approximate Total Peridot Weight: 1.61 carats.
A pair of fine shakudo ornaments originally mounted in Victorian times as a pair of cuff buttons, and then re-imagined by our jeweler as an elegant split-chain pendant necklace. The two plaques feature a court lady and gentleman in Meiji-period costume. After the collapse of the feudal Samurai system in Imperial Japan, Europeans collected old sword and armor fittings such as these to set as jewelry. The mountings and chain are 14K.
- Japan, ca 1890.
- Excellent condition, sharp detail and finish.
- Dimensions: each plaque, 15/16" x 13/32"; total pendant length, 2"; total necklace length, 18-1/2".
- 13.8 grams.
A curving band of old European, transitional and single-cut diamonds sparkle in the yellow gold ribbon top of this Edwardian hinged bangle bracelet. The larger diamonds are clasped in buttercup settings, while the smaller ones are bead-set with milgrain accents. The diamonds are good quality, averaging J color and SI1 clarity. The back of the bracelet has a caged structure that mimics the openness of the front. The clasp is stamped 14K.
- America, ca. 1910.
- Condition: excellent.
- Dimensions: 5/8" wide at top tapering to 1/4" at back; fits a 6-5/8" wrist.
- Weight: 26.4 grams.
- Approximate Total Diamond Weight: 1.47 carats.
An elegant 14K gold, Mississippi River pearl and blue sapphire floral pendant in the Art Nouveau taste suspended from a split chain. The flower petals are formed from pearls and center a blue sapphire of fine, intense color. The design is enclosed in a gold frame that resembles the shape of a pretzel! The pendant was originally a brooch and was expertly converted to a pendant by our jeweler. Tested and guaranteed 14K.
- America, ca. 1900. Condition: excellent.
- Dimensions: pendant, 1" x 5/8"; overall necklace length, 18-7/8".
- Weight: 4.8 grams.
- Approximate Sapphire Weight: .15 carat.
A striking 14K yellow gold ring, the medallion depicting a yachting scene in engine-turned engraving of extraordinary quality. The scene depicts a yacht in the foreground with a more distant boat in the background. The design is completed with waves, seagulls and a lighthouse atop a rocky cliff. Originally an Edwardian blazer button, our jeweler added a 14K gold shank to make a wonderful seafaring ring. The back is stamped "14K" and has an unidetified American maker's mark.
- America, ca. 1910.
- Excellent condition, sharp detail.
- Dimensions: crown, 5/8" diameter.
- Finger Size: 6-1/4.
- Weight: 4.3 grams.
A delightful 14K gold frog with emerald eyes sits atop a simple band in this witty stickpin conversion ring. The gold is beautifully stippled for a realistic appearance that sets off the bright green eyes. Frogs in Victorian jewelry often symbolized fertility. Tested and guaranteed 14K.
- America, ca 1900. Excellent condition, sharp detail.
- Dimensions: frog, 1/2" x 3/8".
- Size 6 1/4.
- Weight: 2.2 grams.
Beautiful purplish rhodolite garnets sparkle from the engraved tops of these earrings with foxtail tassels. Each tassel terminates in a small golden ball. These tassels have substantial weight and are unusual for having gemstones set at the top. Stamped with French 18K gold hallmarks.
- Origin: France, ca. 1880.
- Excellent condition.
- Dimensions: 1-5/8" from top of wire.
- Weight: 7.1 grams.
- Approximate Total Garnet Weight: 1.72 carats.
Art Nouveau 14K gold crescent pendant necklace set with round brilliant cut diamonds and rubies. The quality of the gemstones is superb, with VVS2/G diamonds and vivid very slightly purplish-red rubies that show no indications of heat treatment. In Victorian and early Edwardian jewelry, the crescent shape symbolized feminine power personified in the moon goddess Selene/Juno. Brides were often given a crescent pin to wear during their honeymoons. This cresent was originally a brooch and has been converted into a split-chain pendant necklace. The symbology and striking color is perfect for today's strong woman! Marked 14K.
- Origin: America, ca 1900.
- Dimensions: pendant, 1-1/16" wide; overall necklace length, 19".
- Condition: excellent.
- Weight: 3.9 grams.
- Approximate Total Gemstone Weight: ruby, .35 carat; diamond, .22 carat.
A lovely pair of 10K yellow gold drop earrings decorated with a golden bows centered with round brilliant cut blue zircons. The gems have deep coloring and show nicely in a small size. These Retro earrings were originally screwbacks and have been converted for pierced ears. The earrings have nice movement and could be worn with either casual or cocktail attire. Tested and guaranteed 14K.
- America, circa 1935.
- Excellent condition.
- 9/16" wide; 1-1/4" long from top of wire.
- Approximate Total Zircon Weight: 1.28 carats.
14K gold Art Nouveau pendant necklace featuring a flower set with a blue sapphire center and a seed pearl bud enclosed within a heart-shaped frame of foliage. The gold has a slightly greenish cast and is engraved to suggest the velvety leaves. Originally a brooch, the pendant now hangs on a 14K gold split chain as an elegant necklace. Tested and guaranteed 14K.
- Origin: Continental Europe, ca. 1900
- Condition: excellent.
- Dimensions: pendant, 1" x 1"; necklace length, 18-3/4".
- Weight: 4.2 grams.
- Approximate Total Sapphire Weight: .06 carat.
14K gold ring featuring a detailed portrait of a Native American wearing a feathered headdress. The portrait is surrounded by a twisted rope border. Originally an Edwardian bar pin, the ring has been fashioned with the original pin's scrolled ends connecting to the medallion. The reverse is marked "585 Pr FSH" for 14K gold.
- Origin: Continental Europe, ca 1900.
- Dimensions: crown, 13/16" diamter.
- Finger Size: 6-1/2.
- Condition: excellent, sharp detail.
- Weight: 5.9 grams.
An extraordinary and rare 14K yellow gold bangle bracelet by Krementz adorned with enameled white and pale blue forget-me-nots. Krementz made some of the best Art Nouveau enameled jewelry, and continued producing enamels well into the 20th century. Blue and white forget-me-nots, a particularly popular motif in the early 1900s, frequently appeared in small pins and pendants. This piece, however, is the first bangle bracelet we've seen. Bangle bracelets are notoriously subject to damage and it is amazing that the enamel on this bracelet has survived in mint condition. The enameled flowers are accented with engraved foliage and a stippled background. The interior is hallmarked by Krementz and is marked "14K".
Origin: America, ca. 1905.
Condition: Enamel is mint, some scratches on the inside of the gold band.
Size: 1/4" wide; opening, 2-9/16" x 2-1/4"; interior circumference, 7-7/16".
Weight: 9.0 grams.
A gorgeous enameled pansy, worked in several shades of purple and lavender is featured in this ring converted from a Victorian earring. The enamel has a soft velvety appearance and is accented at the center with a small pearl. The pansy is set on a sturdy 14K gold split shank. Pansies are generally associated with remembrance, but in Victorian flower symbology, they also carried the sentiment, "Think of me." So whether you're in love or just feeling nostalgic, this ring is perfect!
Origin: America, ca. 1900.
Condition: converted; no enamel damage; excellent condition.
Dimensions: crown, 3/4" x 11/16".
Finger Size: 7 1/4.
A striking 14K gold peridot ring converted from a Victorian stickpin. The oval brilliant cut peridot has superb intense green coloring and is bezel-set in a elegantly-engraved gold collar. The ring has a 14K gold shank.
- Origin: America, ca. 1890.
- Condition: converted from a Victorian stickpin; excellent condition.
- Dimensions: crown, 1/2" x 7/16".
- Finger Size: 6 1/2.
- Weight: 2.2 grams.
- Approximate Gemstone Weight: 2.16 carat.
A fine green-toned cat's eye chrysoberyl cabochon surrounded by delicate scalloped border set with seed pearls centers this Victorian stickpin conversion ring. The stone displays excellent chatoyancy, with a clear milky white streak down the center of the stone that seems to "wink" as it is rocked from side to side. The surrounding pearls pick up the creamy color of the eye. The setting is 18K gold attached to a 14K shank.
- Origin: France, ca 1890.
- Condition: converted to a ring; no chips or scratches to stone.
- Dimensions: crown, 15/32" x 5/16".
- Finger Size: 6 1/4.
- Weight: 1.6 grams.
- Approximate Gemstone Weight: 1.24 carat.