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Diamond and Sapphire Designer Pendant, Norman Covan

Catalogue: New Century: Jewelry: Pre 2000   item# 825983

Diamond and Sapphire Designer Pendant, Norman Covan
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$6,500 

Art Deco like in design, this pave pendant features a very abstract pattern in cognac and white diamonds, and yellow and pink sapphires. Norman Covan takes a nontraditional approach to jewelry design. His pieces are retro-modern and he selects only high quality gems to use in his creations. This unusual pendant measures 1 inch by 1 inch and the bail measures 9/16 inches. Condition is excellent!


Charles Horner Enamel and Sterling Pendant, c. 1911

Catalogue: Estate Jewelry: Silver: Arts and Crafts: Pre 1920   item# 848183

Charles Horner Enamel and Sterling Pendant, c. 1911
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In the image of a delicate moth or butterfly, this pendant is an exquisite example of Arts & Crafts workmanship from Charles Horner. Lovely iridescent green and blue enamel adorns the body and wings of the insect. The pendant measures 1 1/4 inches by 1/2 inch and the drop from the bottom of the bail to the insect is approximately 1 inch. The chain measures 17 inches and retains the original barrel clasp. The back is marked C.H for Charles Horner, along with marks for the city of Chester, ...click for details


Shreve & Co. Platinum and Diamond Deco Watch, Cresarrow

Catalogue: Estate Jewelry: Platinum: Vintage: Pre 1940   item# 1047511

Shreve & Co. Platinum and Diamond Deco Watch, Cresarrow
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$750 

Unusual in form and design, this wonderful 1930’s platinum and diamond watch was produced by Cresarrow Watch Co. for Shreve & Co. Owned by Henry Blank, Cresarrow was renowned for their fine watches and jewelry. Selling watches to high-end retail jewelers such as Shreve & Co, Tiffany & Co, Starr & Frost, Oscar Heyman & Co, and Grant A. Peacock, the Cresarrow mark was concealed on the inside of the ...click for details


Victorian Floral Garnet Bracelet

Catalogue: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Victorian: Pre 1900   item# 1048657

Victorian Floral Garnet Bracelet
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$1,450 

This wonderful antique garnet bracelet is set with flat-cut garnets, cabochon-cut garnets, and rose-cut garnets in a floral motif. The flower’s center is elevated, with flat-cut garnets radiating from it in a circular pattern. The liquid links move fluidly with the wrist, making it extremely comfortable to wear and it has a safety chain for added security. This bracelet has 15 separate links, which measure 1/2" wide, and 7 3/4" long. Weight is 22.5 grams. In good antique condition, t ...click for details


18k Rose Gold and Diamond Retro Necklace

Catalogue: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Retro: Pre 1950   item# 621270

18k Rose Gold and Diamond Retro Necklace
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$2650 

Because it is so simple, beautiful, and easy to wear any time, this retro necklace qualifies for being the perfect piece from the period. Measuring 16 7/8" in length, the hexagonal mesh link design is complemented with three center sections which interrupt the links and are set with a 0.10 ct. round brilliant cut diamonds. The clasp is stamped 18k and 750. Always with a period piece of jewelry, it should be as beautiful on the under or back side as it is in the front and this piece is no ex ...click for details


Vintage Gold Bangle with Diamond Filigree Inlay

Catalogue: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Retro: Pre 1950   item# 536044

Vintage Gold Bangle with Diamond Filigree Inlay
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$3,500 

This is a beautifully made wide bangle bracelet from the 1940's. Crafted from 14k yellow gold, it has a lovely ribbed pattern that encircles the entire bracelet. In the center is a 14k white gold Art Deco filigree bracelet, set with 1.10 carat total weight in diamonds. The sapphires are synthetic, which are typical of the period. This bangle is hinged, and measures 2 1/4 inches by 1 7/8 inches on the inside and has a figure eight clasp to keep it securely on your wrist. It is 30 mm wide ...click for details


1930's Red Enamel and Marcasite Bow Brooch

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

1930's Red Enamel and Marcasite Bow Brooch
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$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.


Art Deco Egyptian Revival Enamel Bracelet

Catalogue: Estate Jewelry: Other Metals: Pre 1930   item# 987388

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Enamel Bracelet
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$495 

As tourists flocked to Egypt in droves, awaiting the emergence of treasures from King Tut’s tomb, the fascination with Egyptian culture and style was rekindled. Egyptian revival jewelry became all the rage and was collected during these trips as souvenirs of exotic adventures abroad. This bracelet is just such a piece, most likely a memento from a Sahara Desert sojourn. An original Art Deco piece from the 1920’s, it i ...click for details


Modern 14k Gold and Enamel Dome Ring

Catalogue: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Pre 1980   item# 952277

Modern 14k Gold and Enamel Dome Ring
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$450 

Translucent green and blue enamel undulates over the top of this mod 14k yellow gold dome ring. Straight out of the 1960's, or possibly the early 1970's, it is reminiscent of wilder and bolder times. The ring is between a size 6 and 6 1/4, and weighs 7.9 grams. It measures 1/2" wide at the widest part of the ring and dome and 3/8" at the back of the shank. The inside of the ring is marked 14k, 5000 NM, and MARII. Condition is excellent.


Antique Cedar Calling Card Case, Jerusalem

Catalogue: Antiques: Decorative Art: Organics: Wood: Pre 1910   item# 1027652

Antique Cedar Calling Card Case, Jerusalem
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$95 

Visiting or calling card cases were considered objects of vertu and, as a result, they appealed to jewelers and craftsmen of all mediums and artistic expression. The variety of materials ranged from gold to fabric, silver to wood, tortoise shell to mother-of-pearl, leather to silk. Artistic creations ranged from reverse glass paintings to fine enamel work, from tooling to inlaying, from carving to engraving, from appliqués to weavings, and paintings to silver wire decorations. Handcrafted, we ...click for details

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