This necklace consists of 2 carved ivory beads 3/4ths inch diameter, 8 large carved bone beads 3/4th inch, and 88 smaller carved bone beads (1/2 inch). Each large bone and ivory bead has a protective metal sleeve around the stringing hole. If opened up the strand would measure approx 48 inches...beautiful patina on both the ivory and the bone beads....
This antique Tibetan neckace bronze pendent has a cast bronze pendent with coral and turquoise beads. The pendent is suspended from a hand made chain.
Peranakan Nyonya antique brooch set , semi precious stone Jacob stone
This is an old silver buckle head with sparrow design, very elegant piece of art, made in early 20th century by silversmith of Straits Melaka or Singapore, some scratches and sign of wear, please ask for more photos and even other silver belt/accessories to match with. Thank you for browsing my gallery, and please come back to check more items to come.......
A Very Large,Rare/Maginificent Spinach Green Solid Jade Tray:
This is very heavy, unusual large, translucent circular formed tray with upright mouth rim
and a simple carved solid jade tray, the richly and lightly mottled green matrix displaying some black inclusions and natural fissures, (not crack line), it’s set on a short circular panel formed jade
It’s in very fine condition without any noticeable defect at all
but with natural fissures across the verso
It measures 31 cm x 3cm h...
This a an old gilt Hairpin used by Indonesian ehnic group during 30s-40s, in good condition and please ask for more detail photos. Thanks
A very unique and old Intan /diamond brooch of Peranakan Jewellery , of the bird and flora pattern , nice piece of artwork for a talking /identity piece
DESCRIPTION: A beautifully crafted Navajo sterling and natural coral cuff bracelet . This bracelet features thirteen natural, dark red coral stones mounted on a 1 1/8" wide silver cuff between a scrolling border of stamp work, twisted wire, and silver beads. This cuff looks beautiful on the wrist; the inside is stamped "STERLING." See the last photo showing this bracelet with other pieces from our Native American jewelry collection...
This glass eye bead is from China Silk Road , can it be chinese warring states bead or Roman , to us it is more of a Roman glass eye bead
This Yao necklace and matching pair of earrings have added beads and long silk tassels. Both are light weight and easy to wear. The earrings are hollow with the same repeated design pattern on the backside. The wire loop may be a bit thick as they were made to accommodate the large ear holes which are traditional for the Chinese minority groups. These loops could easily be changed out for posts or a thinner wire hoop.
Tiny Egyptian Mummy bead tubes uncounted various colors. Nice little group. Case included case diameter is 1.2"
A nice and perfect Peranakan silver belt with Phoenix and flora pattern , repousse work
A perfect set of gilt gold Yacob stone Straits Chinese Peranakan Nyonya kerongsang
This vintage Navajo cuff bracelet measures 1 1/4", tapering to 3/4". The central turquoise stone has an irregular shape and is sawtooth bezel-set. The back is signed John Chavez (in script) and 1975. The sides have nice stampwork.
This is a good sample of pelangi rainbow bead from middle eastern from 14th BC , very nice study piece
This is an old Jade pendant, the bat in Chinese culture symbolizes Prosperity as the word "Fu" prosperity & success is very similar in pronounciation to the words for Bat which is called "Pian Fo". the Prune is symbol of longevity. Shipping USD8 worldwide by SAL
Small Burmese natural jade hairpin circa Qing Dynasty in good condition with nice green splashes, which are original colors and will not fade. L: 7.9cm/3.1in and W: 1.4cm/.5in. Free shipping
Victorian 10K gold signed "ESOMCO" Cross Pendant, 1 1/4" long, 3/4" wide, 1/16" thick, signed in the backside and ring on top.
This pendant is made of silver and gold gilt , the coin is a jewelry coin and the necklace is antique piece too
This is a Straits Nyonya silver plate or silver bantal/pillow end , silver repousse work to ornament the wedding pillow or wedding ceremonial ornaments for the Straits Chinese and Malays here, the pair is not in very fine state with some repairs and with wear/tear signs, it is more than 70 yrs old and older. Please ask for more detail photos and info. thank you again!!
This is a fine antique Chinese Gilt Silver Hairpin with real jade from 19th century, rare find!! It is in good condition, please look carefully, pre-1900. Thank you for looking...... Ships worldwide free using SAL registered
Antique matching pair of bracelets, decorated with wonderful granulation work. The intricate post section has tiny "jewels".
interior (around wrist) measures app 7.5 inches
7/8 inches high...not including clasp posts
.5 inches thick
One side of the post twists open to allow for easy on and off...I prefer to sell as pair...but will sell separately...
$325 for the pair...or $175 each
Great massive Hopi sterling stylized buffalo concho belt, signed "GIBB STERLING". Attributed to Montano Gibbson There are 10 conchos, each measuring 3" by 2" and are backed with 2 copper loops to accept the black leather belt. The buffalos are oxydized and indented. The leather belt measures 57" long by 1" wide. Very strong design and major piece.....$18 for insured USA shipping plus applicable NY sales tax.
This is an old silver buckle head with Sparrow Design, very elegant piece of art, made in early 20th century by silversmith of Straits Melaka or Singapore, some scratches and sign of wear, please ask for more photos and even other silver belt/accessories to match with. Thank you for browsing my gallery, and please come back to check more items to come.......
A fine articulated gold vermeil (14K gold over sterling silver) green enameled fish. In excellent condition, it measures 3" long and 2" across its fantail. Dates circa 1930's.
Antique Tibetan Buddhist repousse silver plaque with 4 auspicious symbols on the front and set with 2 ruby zosite stones and a fabulous chunk of turquoise , the back has a dragon . The piece was converted to a mans belt buckle. Weight 155 g size 2.80" by 3.8" unmarked silver
Qing Dynasty era Noble lady's gilt silver hairpin with the fine gold pearl, fine craftsmanship of world's great civilization in jewelry making using silver nad gold gilting
Outstanding very big vintage Santo Domingo necklace with a double strand of turquoise free form beads and spiny oyster heishe beads, and two large jaclas with turquoise heishe beads and cream stone beads. With the original stringing done in the traditional manner, on heavy string with some ends visible. Collectors may wish to preserve this but it could certainly be restrung. Wearable length is 26 inches. The jaclas drop 5 inches. 286 grams. Excellent condition. Display form is life size...
An ancient real antique Bronze brass or gold ring with Buddhism or Hinduism symbols
Chinese Gilt hairpin set with real jade and oriental pearl, from Qing Dynasty
This is a heavy necklace with carnelian and a blue glass embellishment (three are missing as well as one small bottom dangle). The center stone shows some wear ( see photo). The chain, a replacement but identical to the original, measures 30", the pendant 3" x 4". Purchased in Africa during the 70's, the age is unknown.
Cicadas jade with the old warring states style bead and jade disc....nice old piece
This old vintage brass pendant has a seated Buddha detailed on the front with good stone work.
The back of the pendant depicts a double has dorjie.
Measured on the diagonals...2.5 inches x 2.75 inches.
Egyptian Paste glass head of ancient Pharaoh head, wearing a crown with the Uraeus cobra , the molded head is done in purplish cobalt blue and sea foam blue green with tiny flecks of copper in the glass , with mold seams showing at the sides. I have listed many pictures of this since I use a point and shoot camera and this is as detailed as I can get .The loop is not gold but some kind of base metal , the face is pretty well detailed and has no damage .Size H 1.5" w 1" d 3/4"
This turquoise ring is size 7. THE STONE IS 3/4" X 1/2"
A very high quality 19th century Strait Chinese gilt gold kerosang brooch set worn by the Nyonya of late 29th century, rare find a complete set of three , very interesting silverworknof bygone era