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Norwegian 830 Silver Solje Wedding Brooch
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Pre 1940 item# 1200098 (stock# #AZ-XY)
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$135.00
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This beautiful 4 1/2" long Solje is composed of three silver filigree strands and vermeil spoons that dangle from a crown-topped heart measuring 1 1/2" H x 1" W. The extended pin stem is fastened by a simple c-clasp and is tight. In excellent condition, the brooch is signed "830 S" with an unknown maker's mark. This large Solje is a wonderful example of classic Norwegian wedding jewelry.
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Art Nouveau Repousse Lion Bangle
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Pre 1910 item# 1199968 (stock# AZ-XY)
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$195.00
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Dating to the early 1900's, this antique bracelet features the majestic face of a lion accented by two, tiny rubies inset as eyes and another grasped by the mouth. The brass bangle is a lovely example of Art Nouveau detailing as shown by the perforated vines that flow around either side of the lion's protruding head. An additional bezel set ruby appears on the far side of each vine. The bangle displays a beautiful, mellow patina and graduates in width from 1-1/8" at the face to 1/4 ...click for details
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Egyptian Revival Plique au jour Moth Brooch 935 Silver
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Pre 1930 item# 1186035 (stock# AZ-XY)
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$395.00
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The discovery of the tomb of King Tutankhamen, in 1922, sparked a wave of Egyptomania that inspired this large and beautiful plique-au-jour moth brooch, set in high grade sterling. From the Art Deco period, it is outlined in sparkly marcasites, highlighting a broad wing span of blue "open to light" enamel, which appear as miniature stained glass windows on either side of the body -- a bezel set, faceted aquamarine glass stone. Curved, silver antennae rest on the wings and lead to its t ...click for details
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Jugendstil Plique-a-jour Pendant In 900 Silver
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Pre 1910 item# 1180989 (stock# AZ-XY)
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Inspired by the grace of a swan, this large heart-shaped pendant creates a gorgeous Art Nouveau frame surrounding the plique-a-jour water and a sea of emerald green lily pads that radiate from an enamel white water lily in bloom. The single flower rests on a stylized silver pad and the scene is finally punctuated by a bezel-set green glass cabochon. This antique treasure, a rich play of color and design, appears as a tiny stained glass window where the Art Nouveau style intersects the Arts & ...click for details
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Nettie Rosenstein Leaping Frog Brooch
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Pre 1970 item# 1180572 (stock# 2735-6)
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$175.00
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Couture designer Nettie Rosenstein is still admired for fabulous fashion and figural jewelry. Her company closed in 1975 leaving a remarkable selection of costume jewelry as its legacy. This lively, gold-plated frog brooch sparkles with clear pave' set rhinestones and eyes of emerald green. Its turquoise body is a plump, plastic cabochon, a great contrast of color and mixed materials. Cast in an action position, the detailing of its outstretched legs will grab your tasteful sense of humor! ...click for details
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Fine 18K Carved Coral Brooch with Diamonds
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Pre 1980 item# 1177363 (stock# 2793)
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(608) 836-3444
$1200.00
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Resting in an intricate 18k gold setting, this breath taking brooch showcases a large, deeply carved angel skin coral blossom. The hand-carved coral bloom appears life like and the design is enhanced with pave diamonds as demure points of attraction on the gold floral leaves. The brooch is lovely artwork in miniature, and an exquisite token of affection. Brooch measures 2" x 1 3/4" marked 18k in cartouche. The brooch is gorgeous and in excellent condition.
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Lovely, Silver Mesh Love Token Belt
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Pre 1950 item# 1176474 (stock# 2704-12)
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(608) 836-3444
$285.00
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Likely custom made, this exceptional silver belt was a wedding gift from an adoring groom to his bride-to-be in 1945. Purchased in London, the belt is a finely wrought mesh that is attached to either side of a 6 1/4" plate. The interior plate has been thoughtfully inscribed: "Chessy Cat let this belt and my love always surround you." This very special gift consists of silver mesh, inscription plate, and a hand-tooled belt buckle and tongue. It measures 32" long with three ...click for details
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Native American 8-Strand Fetish Necklace
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Pre 1980 item# 1087579 (stock# 2512)
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SOLD
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The original owner of this fabulous, one-of-a-kind necklace spent several years collecting these Zuni and Navajo fetishes before they were hand-strung by a Native American. The strands are connected by a 4 1/2" extender, and graduate in length from 15"-30". Made of natural stone and shell, many of these fetishes are old and hand carved from bone/ivory, shell/abalone, turquoise, onyx, carnelian and coral. Carvings include birds, bears, cactus, foxes, turtles and kachinas that are ...click for details
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