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featured item 1970 s BUCKLE BRACELET, 18K GOLD with ROSE-CUT DIAMONDS
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MID-CENTURY TWO TONE 18K GOLD AND DIAMOND BROOCH

Catalogue: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Designer Signed: Pre 1960   item# 842338

MID-CENTURY TWO TONE 18K GOLD AND DIAMOND BROOCH
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(415) 440-3000


$1,900 

This dramatic 18k yellow and white gold brooch is set with approximately 2.50 cttw in bright, white diamonds. The gold is textured and sculpted in graceful curves. It is marked 18k with a maker's mark. Although we have not yet been able to identify the mark, the quality of the piece is evident. It measures 2 1/4" by 1 1/2 " and weighs a hefty 41.6 grams. This brooch has been held in a private collection since it was originally purchased in the 1950's. Stunning on a coat ...click for details


4 ALUMINUM GLEN YANK NY CITY BANGLE BRACELETS

Catalogue: Estate Jewelry: Silver: Modernism: Pre 1980   item# 825306

4 ALUMINUM GLEN YANK NY CITY BANGLE BRACELETS
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(415) 440-3000


$175 each 

These four fabulous, chunky aluminum industrial style bangles from Glen Yank, New York City look terrific stacked together or worn by themselves. Each one makes a strong modernist statement, with it's own unique styling. Three of the bangles have an interior diameter of 2 1/2 inches and one has an interior diameter of 2 5/8 inches. Each bangle is marked © Glen Yank, new york city. These are over-the-top fun!


PRESSED HORN MASK GROUP NETSUKE SLIDE, 19th CENTURY

Catalogue: Estate Jewelry: Ethnic: Pre 1900   item# 908427

PRESSED HORN MASK GROUP NETSUKE SLIDE, 19th CENTURY
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$425 

This fascinating netsuke consists of a collection of eleven Japanese masks, crafted in pressed horn. It appears to have been used as a slide or obi ornament, as there are two holes through which a string or ribbon could be threaded. Notice the small tassel and rope embellishment around the holes. This netsuke measures 1 3/4 inches in diameter and is in very good antique condition, as seen in the photos.


1930's Red Enamel, Marcasite, and Silver Bow Brooch

Catalogue: Estate Jewelry: Silver: Deco: Pre 1940   item# 950413

1930's Red Enamel, Marcasite, and Silver Bow Brooch
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(415) 440-3000


$95 

Delightful and three dimensional, this silver brooch from the 1930's is a luscious red enamel and sparking marcasites. The size is dramatic, measuring 1 3/4 inches from north to south and 1 1/2 inches from east to west. The enamel is in very good condition and all marcasites are present. The back is marked SILVER. If you love the bow motif, this pin is exceptional.


NATURAL CEYLON SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND RING

Catalogue: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Pre 1980   item# 827278

NATURAL CEYLON SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND RING
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(415) 440-3000


$4,750 

This classic power ring from the 1970's is set with a juicy natural ceylon sapphire, encircled by a ring of white and sparkling diamonds. The band is ridged 18K yellow gold with 18k white gold edges. The sapphire measures 9 mm by 7 mm and the ring is 15 mm wide in the front, tapering to 6 mm in the back. This ring is a size 8 1/2- 8 3/4, weighs 19.5 grams and is in excellent condition.


VICTORIAN GOLD QUARTZ RING

Catalogue: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Victorian: Pre 1900   item# 841993

VICTORIAN GOLD QUARTZ RING
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$2,250 

What a beautiful piece of gold quartz this is! Measuring 18.5 mm X 13 mm, the quartz piece is more than 2/3 covered in gold. Set in the original Victorian 14k rose gold mounting with interesting engraved detail at the top of the shoulders, it is a very appealing piece of jewelry. In a few places, it appears that the veins of the quartz reach the surface of the stone, a common characteristic of this material. This is a simple, understated ring which rightly features this desirable stone. The more ...click for details


EDWARDIAN DIAMOND, GOLD, and PLATINUM PENDANT EARRINGS

Catalogue: Estate Jewelry: Platinum: Vintage: Pre 1920   item# 847908

EDWARDIAN DIAMOND, GOLD, and PLATINUM PENDANT EARRINGS
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(415) 440-3000


$2,350 

This is the perfect pair of Edwardian diamond earrings, with diamonds set in platinum-over-gold and articulated in several places, giving it lovely, gentle movement. The upper part of the earring has 0.20 ct and the center stone is *approx. 0.25 ct, surrounded by eight 0.01 ct single cuts. The total diamond weight is 1.06 ct. The clarity of the stones is SI and the color is HI, quite typical of the period. The earrings measure 1 3/16" (not including the wires) by 3/8" at the widest poi ...click for details


GEORGIAN 14K IVORY and SEED PEARL MINIATURE RING

Catalogue: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Pre Victorian: Pre 1837 VR   item# 828763

GEORGIAN 14K IVORY and SEED PEARL MINIATURE RING
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(415) 440-3000


$900 

This is a lovely little portrait miniature is set in 14K white gold and accented with 12 dainty seed pearls. The center of the ring features a lovely lady painted on ivory. The ring is a size 5 and the face measures 7/8 inches by 7/8 inches. A fabulous find for the miniature collector or anyone who loves the rare and unusual!


ART DECO PLATINUM and DIAMOND CHARM BRACELET

Catalogue: Estate Jewelry: Platinum: Vintage: Pre 1940   item# 843593

ART DECO PLATINUM and DIAMOND CHARM BRACELET
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$5,500 

This wonderful period Art Deco charm bracelet features five charms on a 7 1/4" platinum filigree bracelet with 2 bezel-set diamonds. The charms are as follows: 1) A rectangular charm featuring a beautiful green chrysoprase with 3 diamonds on the top and 3 diamonds on the bottom ( 11/18"x1/4"). This charm is beautifully made with very fine miligrain bead work around the diamonds and the chrysoprase. 2) A figural person charm with the head of cabochon ruby, the arms and legs of sap ...click for details


CARVED JADEITE and 14K EARRINGS

Catalogue: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Deco: Pre 1930   item# 946094

CARVED JADEITE and 14K EARRINGS
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(415) 440-3000


$195 

These very pretty Art Deco jadeite carvings have been mounted on modern 14k yellow gold earrings. Suspended daintily from the ears, they offer both beauty and comfort, as they are lightweight. The asymmetry of the jade pieces adds interest and accentuates the fact that these are hand carved, making each earring unique. One earring measures 1 13/16" by 9/16" and the other 1 11/16" by 1/2". Total weight is 2.5 grams.

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