Antique Scottish Gold Heart Pendant

Archives: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Victorian Pre 1900: item #613536
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This Scottish gold citrine heart is circa 1860. The heart is surmounted by a crown signifying loyalty. It has two natural pearls, and a central faceted emerald as well fleur de lys decoration. The incorporation of this motif is evidence of the Auld Alliance of 1295 between France and Scotland. Mary Queen of Scots grew up in France and was Queen of France at the tender age of 17. She became Queen of Scotland after sustaining great personal loss and the years that followed were tragic. She wa... Click for details

Antique Gold Jeweled Turtle Pin

Archives: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Victorian Pre 1910: item #612257
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Antique 14k gold figural turtle pin, circa 1900. This sweet brooch has fine engraving and gold work to simulate the shell of a turtle. The head feet, tail and back are textured as well. There are four sections with jewels, three with small emeralds and one with a central diamond and two garnets. The turtle even wears a collar with a central diamond! The eyes are diamond melee and the four feet articulate. The reverse has the original c-clasp and pinstem. It measures 1 1/4 inches long x 3/4 inch... Click for details

Antique Gold Moonstone Earrings

Archives: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Victorian Pre 1910: item #608689
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These antique gold moonstone earrings are Victorian, circa 1900. They have clear,blue cabachon moonstones with lovely adularescence, the characteristic sheen visible as light passes over the stone. The gold work is lovely with fine gold twisted wires creating a pattern in the gold. They are very light and comfortable on the ear. They measure 3/4 inches from the top of the wire x 5/8 across. The oval alone measures 5/8 across x 6/8 down. They are 14k with a rich patina. The earrings are completel... Click for details

William Spratling Silver and Wood Necklace

Archives: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Mexican Pre 1960: item #606651

Rare, if not unique, wood and silver necklace by William Spratling. The wood elements are carved to subtly look like draped fabric. Excellent condition. Measures 11" from back clasp to bottom of central pendant. 1960's hallmark.

Fabulous Vintage 14K Bon Voyage Charm with Surprises

Archives: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Period Pre 1950: item #606510

I just adore this vintage c. 40's-50's charm - just check this out. From the front you see a stamp sized square charm, highly detailed with the message "Bon Voyage" and a Globe with a plane and ship traveleing around it. But...It opens to 3 panels to reveal in Red, White and Blue Enamels the following "necessary" traveling sayings- in English, French, and Spanish- Hello, how much, too much, thank you, and goodbye! Perfect reference tool for when you are traveling! There is a little tight snap ab... Click for details

Fine 14K Vintage TIFFANY Retro Spray Pin 2"

Archives: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Designer Signed Pre 1960: item #606498

From a Boston Estate comes this great 14K vintage, 2" W x 1 1/2" H, Tiffany spray pin c.1940-50. Great movement and style! It weighs 7.8 grams. Perfect for dressing up any sweater or lapel! Excellent all original condition. A tiny bend in the pin, very easy to straighten out, if desired. Marked clearly on leaf stem: 14K TIFFANY. A wonderful designer brooch offered with no reserve!

William Spratling Silver Tea Caddy

Archives: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Mexican Pre 1950: item #606441

Exquisitely elegant silver tea caddy by master designer, William Spratling. Measures 2 1/4" x 3"; 4 1/2" tall. All in excellent condition with the exception of two dings on the top of the ball that are visible in thumbnail photos. 1940-1946 hallmark.

Fabulous Vintage 14K Y G Globe Charm Moves 13.3 grams

Archives: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Period Pre 1950: item #604929

Here is a fabulous Vintage c. 1950 14K Charm of the Globe which spins on its axis. Really heavy at 13.3 grams of Yellow Gold and so beautifully detailed. Continents and latitude-longitude lines etched perfectly on surface. Measures 1 1/8" H with jump ring x 1" W. Gold jump ring present and ready for a necklace chain or charm bracelet! Marked 585 (European 14K Marking) on attached O ring. Tested and guaranteed all 14K. Perfect for the charm bracelet lover! Give her the world this Holiday Season- ... Click for details

Russian gold Fede, Claddagh style mechanical ring

Archives: Estate Jewelry: Gold Pre 1970: item #601803
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This vintage Russian 14K gold, Fede or Claddagh style ring was purchased in Russia in late 1960's. Fully hallmarked. Size 6.5, it is in pristine condition. It opens to reveal the heart held in two hands. It is made of three rings joined together. Fede rings have existed since the Roman times, having been a part of Roman or Greek culture, or possible both. They were discovered to be worn often during medieval times. Many fine examples of these rings can be found in the National Museum of I... Click for details

Victorian Watchcock Necklace

Archives: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Victorian Pre 1900: item #599863
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Victorian watchcock necklaces and bracelets were a short lived trend in the mid 1880s This jewelry was made of the escapement covers from late 18th century watches. Highly engraved and cutout in animal, flower, and circular swirl motifs and sometimes set with small stones, they made for very decorative jewelry. Despite their lack of intrinsic value, they are very collectible today due to their novelty and rarity. Despite it's humble materials, this necklace looks quite grand when worn. It is 16 ... Click for details