Unusual and lovely Victorian ring featuring a crown formed of pearls, moonstones and a central emerald, all set in 10k gold. Beautifully crafted. Size 6 ˝.
Beautiful 15k hair and gold mourning ring, hallmarked for Chester, 1895. The heart-shaped shield is not engraved. Braided hair is set into the band and held in place by engraved gold spacers. Very good condition; just a slight loosening of the hair weave on one side of the heart. Size 7 ˝.
A remarkable glass intaglio brooch, carved to depict the profile portrait of Augustus, within a gold twist rope border, signed “MARCHANT F” on the obverse. Nathaniel Marchant (1739 - 1816) was an English gem-engraver and medallist who won prizes from the London Society of Arts for his wonderful intaglios, many of which he copied from ancient reliefs and sculptures. He was considered one of the foremost gem engravers of his time, known for the brilliant modeling of his subjects. Apparently, a c ...click for details
Stunning Victorian micro mosaic cross consisting of six fine architectural mosaics set into a black glass cross, suspended by an 18ct gold mount and ring. Five of the mosaics measure just under 1/4"; the central panel measures just over 1/4". Great condition; no losses from the mosaics; a few chips to the edge of the glass cross. Measures 2" x 1 1/4".
Lovely Victorian 18k gold mourning ring featuring panels of black enamel interspersed with pearls. Inscribed on the interior “Eliza Butler Obt 13th Dec 1875” and marked “18”. Very good condition. Size 7.
An outstanding Georgian navette mourning ring, in sepia and watercolor on ivory, circa 1790. It features a pink-cheeked lady leaning on an anchor and gazing out at a ship at sea ? perhaps mourning a lover lost at sea, or merely a symbol (the anchor) of hope! The ring tests at 14-15 carat gold; a pretty rose gold with bright cut scalloped bezel. Inscribed ?FRBC? on the reverse. Very good condition: original crystal is scratched. Size 10 shank is slightly out of round. Head measures 1 1/8? b ...click for details
Charming Russian Niello and gold alternating link bracelet, circa 1890. Niello is an inlay used in decorating black on silver and dates back to the Bronze Age! Very good condition; very slight wear to ends of some links. Measures 7 ˝”.
Rare 18th Century Posy Ring in 18k gold. Exterior is carved in a rolling design. Interior is inscribed “O that I might injoy my delight”. Posy rings were popular love rings dating from the Middle Ages. “Posy" was short for "poesy", or poetry, referring to the amorous inscription to the interior of the shank. By the 18th century, they were often used as wedding rings. Size 7.
