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A yellow gold Victorian ring that has been resized (see enlarged photo three) but is hardly noticeable since it blends into the design. Unmarked but tested and guaranteed 10kt.

An unmarked but tested 10kt gold enhancer with a lovely emerald cut blue topaz stone. The setting measures 3/8" x 3/8"; including the latch 1". The latch has an inner diameter ( opening of 3/16") so it's not for larger beads.

Ca 1920 A wonderful set liqueur cups with etched silver plate holders. The cups are also etched with various designs. Three holders have a daisy and bud motif, four feature holly leaves while the remaining four have bamboo. One glass insert has a rough rim, another has a crack ( see photos) and some of the holders have dark spots inside the plate. 1-1/4"(h) x 1-5/8"(w). Sold as is.

1979. Exhibition catalog.Artists' bios with b+ w illustrations. (Neil Dallas Brown, Robert Callender, Peter Collins, Patricia Douthwaite, Ian Hamilton, Alexander Fraser, John Huston, John Johnstone, John Knox, William Littlejohn, Robin Philipson, Ian McKenzie Smith.) Published by the Maine State Commission on the Arts & Humanities~ Augusta, Maine. 28 pp. Light wear.

Ca 1910 A beautiful, transitional Art Nouveau-Art Deco ring by Newark jewelry designer, M.B. Bryant ( 1858-1931). The smooth bezel set stone measures 1/2" square and the ring is a size 6.5. In excellent condition, the pictures tell all. Marked 14k along with the Bryant stamp.

A flat top, bezel set jade ring with an ornate gold shank. The ring is stamped 585 along with an unknown maker's mark. The surface of the stone shows very light wear - free of chips/scratches. Size 3.25.

An exceptional, pierced yellow gold slip-on bangle with floral design. For a smaller wrist, the inner diameter is 2-3/8" and it weighs 8 grams. It appears to be hollow and shows light wear on the inside band with a few very faint scratches and a very, very tiny indentation. Marked 14kt along with the Sloan hallmark.

A solid 14k gold charm by Bernard Hertz. Marked 585 BH Denmark, it weighs 6.8gr and stands 7/8".

A solid gold coin charm marking the 800th anniversary of the founding of Copenhagen. The obverse is marked Kobenhavn 800AR; the reverse, 585 HMH (Henrik Munck Hansen 1959-1969 ). Measures 3/4" round and weighs 4.7grams.Light wear.

A tiny 14k enamel rotary phone charm that moves to spell I Love You and Hello. Stamped 14k with the Sloan mark. 5/8" x 1/2" ~ 2.5gr

Ca 1970 A sophisticated gold filled necklace with black glass balls marked 1/20 14kGF on the clasp. 18-1/4" x 1/2. Weight 26 grams.

Ca 1960 A 14k gold beaded bracelet with knight's helmet charm. The charm is accented by cabochon beads that show minor wear. The bracelet is marked 14k, the charm 585 on the jump ring ( tested and guaranteed). 7-1/2" x 3/8" ~ 21.5grams.

A happy Buddha jade pendant or charm. Unmarked but the frame tests positive for 14k. 3/4" x 1"~ 8.6 Grams

A reversible gold pendant featuring a green and amber colored jade koi fish. The pendant is marked 14k Gump's. The gold shows some discoloration and would benefit from a buffing. There is also light wear with a very tiny nick on the gold edge of the jade side ( see first picture upper right). It measures 1" x 3/4"" and weighs 6.23gr.

A 29.5" lapis necklace interspersed with pearls and 14k gold beads. The c- clasp and gold connector are also marked 14k . The beads measure approximately 6mm.

Ca 1940 A signed, solid gold piece by Preformed Parts, manufacturer of Tiffany and Cartier jewelry. George Schuler design. The piece weighs a substantial 13.2 grams and measures 1-1/4" x 2". Similar designs by both companies may be found on the web.

A collectible Scandinavian gold and amethyst pin by Kippittan Kulta of Finland. The pin is stamped with the anvil mark 585 Finland and measures 2 1/4" x 1-1/4". Weight 3.6gr.

A white gold ring with seven brilliant cut diamonds. The fiery stones are VS-SI and the ring is marked 14k. Size 5.25 ~2.2 grams.

A lustrous cultured pearl necklace with a 14k white gold filigree clasp. The perfectly matched pearls are just over 6mm wide and the necklace measures 17".

Ca 1920 A European yellow gold filigree bracelet. The ten point bezel set diamond is accented by two square cut synthetic sapphires. Under magnification, the diamond appears a tiny bit offset in its illusion setting (white gold or platinum-not tested), but this is not evident to the naked eye. Marked 585 for 14kt. 7-1/2" x 1/8"~ 11.4 grams.

A delicate trace link gold chain with faceted synthetic amethysts and freshwater pearls. The four stones are collet-set with open back. There is a slight blemish on the table of one amethyst and the chain may have been shortened. The pearls are not perfectly matched and show light wear. Marked 15c on the spring clasp. Both chain and settings are guaranteed gold. Length 22" ~ weight 6.8 grams.

Ca 1900 A hollow gold Victorian cross marked in a cartouche WHH 15. 625 with anchor (for Birmingham) and an "a." 1-3/8" x 3/4" including bale(not link). (Willliam Hair Haseler)

Ca 1880 A pair of 15k gold Victorian coral pendant earrings with 10k gold surmounts not original to the piece. The pendants have not been cleaned,the tassels show light wear and one coral bead has a hairline. Both pendants and surmounts are unmarked but tested and guaranteed. They hang 2". US shipping only.

A rose gold Victorian curb bracelet marked 15c that weighs 16.3gr and measures 8" x 1/4".

A solid gold medal awarded to H.A. Milton New Crusaders Football Club 1905-6.The front features a raised heraldic design along with London Football Association Challenge Cup. Created by Vaughton & Sons, it weighs 9.4grams and 1" measures round. Also stamped 15 625 with an anchor(Birmingham) and small "f"(1905), V&S.

A lovely 15k solid gold bracelet with charm. The turquoise vary in color and the period charm/pendant, a later addition. Both charm and bracelet are marked 15c. The bracelet measures 7" x 1/4", the charm 3/4" x3/4" excluding bale. Weight 17.6grams.

A 15k yellow gold chain that measures 17-1/2" x 1/8" (just shy of) and is marked 15ct near the box clasp. Weight 6 gr.

Ca 1920 An engraved 18k gold articulated bracelet with synthetic sapphires. While this is a delicate, old piece, it weighs a substantial 18.7grams. One small panel near a stone is a tad loose but intact. 7-1/2" x 3/8". Not marked but tested and guaranteed 18k.

Marked 750 on the spring clasp, this substantial rosy, yellow gold chain weighs 13.5grams, is 1/8" wide and measures 24.5".

A substantial, intertwined "ribbon" bracelet marked 750 along with a maker's mark, "E" in a circle on the tongue clasp. Some seams are evident on the gold links and the bracelet shows light wear. There is also a white residue spot on a link near the box clasp. No safety chain. 8" x 1/2" ~ 30.6grams

A highly collectible and rare gold bracelet by Carl Baumeister ( Austria-1867-1922) marked CB 750 both on the loop of the charm and last link. The bracelet measures 7" x 1/8" and the 3-D charm of Castor and Pollux is 3/4" round. Total weight 11.4Gr.

Marked 750 on the connector and 18kt on the spring clasp, a thin yellow gold chain with stations. Weight 3.3 gr.

A pair of hollow yellow, rose and white gold spiral earrings marked with a star 668 VI 750. The butterfly clutches are tight on the posts. 1-3/8" x 1" ~ 8.8Gr.

A wide 18k gold fancy link bracelet marked 750 along with another mark that has been rubbed. It measures 7-1/2" x 1-1/8"and weighs 37.81gr.

An 18kt white gold transitional Art Deco ring with emerald cabochon stone and 34 bezel set diamonds (one has a very tiny chip on the corner of the table facet). The diamonds range in size from 5-6 points (total carat weight is approximately 1.75+) Ornate pierced setting. The emerald's surface does show some wear (appropriate for age) and there are some inclusions/flaws. The emerald measures 1/2" x 3/8" . Size 6.25

Framed under glass, a rare political poster from the 1954 NY State Republican Centennial featuring Thomas E. Dewey, Dwight Eisenhower and Richard Nixon. The wooden gilt frame shows some wear and there is a stain in the upper left corner. The print measures approximately 17" x 21"; the frame 21" x 25-1/2". Not examined out of the frame.

An oversized framed Presidential Christmas card/print from Jimmy Carter. Facsimile signatures of both the President and his wife, Rosalyn."Thanks for your friendship and support. With our best wishes..." The gunmetal frame measures 12" x 14-1/4" with the picture fitting snugly into it. Mounted under glass.

Antique triple frame that measures 13.25" x 14.5". Inner gold frame is 8"x10". Light wear and slight chipping. Glass insert.Please disregard what appears to be a crack in the glass and glare.

Antique faux tortoise triple frame. Frame measures 14.5" x 12.5"; inner frame 8" x 10"

Ca 1892 An ornately stamped gilt metal blue chalcedony (dyed agate) bracelet in original condition with detailed crimped frames and expandable panels all accented by flowerheads and small opals. The stones' facets and tables show light wear; one stone has a small chip on a table facet, another has a small section missing adjacent the setting (please refer to pictures). Hidden box clasp and safety chain. There is some darkening to the metal. A lovely piece sold as is. 7 -1/4".

A lovely little oil on copper painting that depicts a small cottage with thatched roof. Crisp detail. Signed S.W. in the LR corner. The back of the plate shows evidence of an earlier use. The frame measures 7-7/8" x 9", the plate 5-3/4" x 6"

An eight coin bracelet that features seven Ethiopian coins and a five (5) corona coin, Franz Joseph IV Kaiser Schiede Munze 1858. The 1 Ghersh Ethiopian coins have Menelik II on one side side and the lion of Judah with flag on the other. The Austrian coin is the center coin. The coins show signs of wear appropriate for age.

A pen and ink print signed W.V.V.T in the lower right corner. There is a small white spot in the right area (see photos) and dark spot above that... there is also rippling in the upper left corner-- the paper may have been pasted to a background but we have not examined it out of the frame. 12" x 16"

Signed ELLIS in block letters in the lower right corner. A small brown spot is in the upper right corner. Professionally framed and matted under glass. Frame measures 11" x 21"

A stated first American edition published in 2010 by It, an imprint of Harper Collins.The book is in excellent condition with many photos. 343 pp.

A stated first edition published in 1932 by Doubleday Doran & Co. Black cloth boards with gilt lettering. There is a faint smudge on page 11, the textblock has some darkening especially at the lower corner, the back board shows some fading, and there is a small notation in pencil on the back free paper - otherwise the book is in fine condition. No dust jacket. 314pp.

Published in 1975 by Little Brown & Co. Boston/Toronto, a stated first American Edition. Blue cloth boards but no dust jacket. Includes both colored and B&W photos as well as a map. "An illustrated companion to Central Asia and Mongolia".Chapters:the Russias, Timur i-Lenk, Bokhara, Outer Mongolia, Khiva, Turkmens, etc. Invaluable resource in light of the current crisis in the Middle East. The book is slightly musty and there is one black mark on the title page. 144pp.

A stated first edition, first impression dated October 12, 1901. The green pictoral cloth cover is stained both on the front and back. There is also a water stain that runs along the upper page edge throughout the book (see title page). The pages are uncut and the book is illustated.Published by Scribner & Sons., NY.

A first edition hard cover with jacket written by Garth Clark and Margie Hughto and published by E.P. Dutton in 1979.The green pictorial jacket that shows wear along the top with a small tear. The book is in mint condition with only a small pencil price notation on the front free paper.Illustrated with black and white and colored photos throughout. 371pp.

A lovely little book written by Booth Tarkington and with colored illustrations by Ruth Sypherd Clements. The red linen boards feature a blind stamped holly design and gilt lettering. Published by Harper & Brothers 1909. Copyright page indicates October 1909 (unstated first edition). The illustrations are crisp and the booth is in fine condition. An old price noted in pencil on the free paper.

A stated first American Edition published by Clarkson N. Potter in 1974. A history of both candles and candlesticks starting from the 11th century. The jacket shows light wear. 117 b&w photos~120pp.

An unstated first edition published in 1910 by Richard G. Badger, The Gorham Press Boston. A name is written in pencil on the free paper; there is also a date under Albee's name on the title page.The gray linen boards show some discoloration and the pages are uncut. A fine copy.

An unstated first edition published by Hamlyn London, 1970. The jacket has small tears but the book is fine. Illustrated with b&w and colored photos. 109 plates with descriptions.

A stated first edition published in 2012 by Harper Collins. With the exception of a black mark on the bottom, and the jacket having light wear around the top edge, the book is in fine condition. Illustrated. 417pp.

A stated first edition published by Mitsuhana & Co., Japan in 1952 ( a new edition) . This is Volume I which contains 24 colored illustrations. There is no binding at the spine. Handbook included.

First edition, second state ("copyrighted" instead of copyright).Published in 1876 by the American Publishing Co. Hartford CT. by subscription only. Brown boards with embossed design on the front, spine and back. The spine has gilt lettering. Issues: the cover is a bit worn with fraying/wear at the corners and bottom; the back cover is loose from the book ( see photos). Illustrated however no artist is mentioned.

A large coffee table book published in 1997 by the Davis Museum and Cultural Center, Wellesley College, Wellesley, MA. This is a stated Second Printing near mint condition There is a tiny tear on the back jacket- the book has a plastic covering. 273 illustrations~ 50 in full color. 246pp.

A stated first printing with dust jacket published in September 1990 by Addison Wesley. The jacket shows light wear at the corners/ spine otherwise the book is fine. Uncut pages(268) with additional notes on the back.

An oversized hard cover and unstated first edition published by Farrar and Rhinehart 1945. Printed by Beck Engraving Co. Features 131 cartoons. The front free paper (inscribed) and title page have small creases/paper loss (see photo);the brown boards have faded and are worn at the corners- otherwise fine. Dean is noted for his work published in the New Yorker, Esquire, Life, etc.

An illustrated, collectible hard cover written by Zoe Kincaid and published by McMillan and Co. Numerous illustrations/photos with colorized frontispiece. There is slight water damage on the boards (spotting) and the pages are just a bit rippled. Also, there is a small bit of paper loss on the bottom of the front pastedown and free paper ( see photo), between pages 112-113 a very slight separation from the seam (but all intact) and page 383-4 is uncut- otherwise a fine edition. The pages are u...