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Victorian Sterling and Agate Bracelet, c. 1880
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Pre 1900 item# 853713 (stock# PJ143)
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Blackbird Hill Antiques
917-755-9826
$2100
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This colorful bracelet is made of various Scottish agates set in sterling silver bezel mountings, for a total of seven panels. Each panel features four raised pieces of bloodstone set in individual mounts; the centers are set with a pointed and faceted piece of chalcedony in shades of red, white and blue. All pieces of agate are intact, with no loss; the bracelet links are secure, as is the tongue-and-groove clasp. There are no marks. The bracelet measures 7 1/2 inches long (clasp not included) ...click for details
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Gold and Blue Topaz Ring, c. 1950
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Pre 1960 item# 851279 (stock# PJ166)
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Blackbird Hill Antiques
917-755-9826
$115
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Here is a lovely 14-karat yellow gold ring set with a rectangular-cut blue topaz. The topaz is a rich, deep color set in a quality mounting that indicates a keen attention to design. The setting is secure, prongs nice and tight. The stone has no scratches or chips. There is no evidence of sizing, so if it was done, it was done skillfully with respect for the integrity of the ring. The ring size is 5 1/2. The mounting measures about 1/2 inch lengthwise (that’s both metalwork and stone). The ring ...click for details
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Necklace of Large Agate Beads, c. 1970
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Pre 1980 item# 848020 (stock# J560)
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Blackbird Hill Antiques
917-755-9826
$125
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Weighing in at a healthy eight ounces, this necklace of reddish agate makes an attractive and bold statement. The large beads, which range from 1 7/8 inches to 2 3/8 inches in circumference, are highly polished and show shades of deep red-brown, mauve and gray. They have been restrung with wire thread, with tiny yellow metal spacer beads and a strong gold-filled spring-ring clasp. One bead, fifth from the center, has a small flake and crack; a second bead has minor cracks emanating from the dril ...click for details
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Victorian Revival Enameled Bangle, c. 1935
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Costume:
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Pre 1940 item# 846803 (stock# J122)
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Blackbird Hill Antiques
917-755-9826
$39
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Designed in the Victorian style, this American-made hinged bangle features a black enameled surface engraved on one side with vines and leaves. The decoration surrounds a reserve for a possible monogram. The white metal frame is impressed with half-moons and vertical bars, and is plated over a yellow metal. There are minor scratches to the enamel that are very hard to see. The bangle has a hinged clasp that fastens over a button; it is very secure. The inside bears the mark of S.O. Bigney, of At ...click for details
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