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A First American Edition published in 1894 by the Century Co. The original green blind stamped cloth boards feature a gilt elephant and tiger to the front and rear. The boards show some wear with modest spotting both on the front and back ( please refer to photos). The book is slightly cocked, and the pages are uncut with top edge gilt. There is a spot on the front paste down and also on few pages. The Content page has a small tear. Black and white illustrations. 303pp.

Here is a wonderful gold charm bracelet with 18 charms weighing a hefty 82 grams. With the exception of a gilt silver enamel fish, all are either 14k or 18k. The sturdy 14k bracelet is marked 585 SVG and is perhaps Scandinavian. The enamel mandolin and lama in a circle are marked 18k. There is a marked 19k cuckoo clock. Those marked 14k include a pagoda, chimney sweep, bunch of bananas, cable car, Nefertiti, enamel beetle, and a New Bedford fishing charm(man with harpoon). These remaining char...

Here is an exceptional chased gold cast bracelet. The pierced raised dome setting highlights sapphire cabochons. There are no marks but it test positive for 18k. 7-1/2" x 3/8"~16 grams.

Ca 1920 A stunning platinum and pearl ring with millegrain setting. There are twelve diamonds with a total carat weight of approximately 1.25 (ctw). The cream-colored cultured pearl measures 9mm. There is also a small amount of glue residue at the base of the pearl and very light wear on the nacre. Tests 950 platinum. Size 4.5 ~ Weight: 4 grams.

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

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.

An articulated gold panel bracelet with braiding and Greek key motif. Because of the design, the bracelet does not lay perfectly flat when extended. Very light wear. Faint K18 mark - acid tested and guaranteed. Safety chain. 7" x 3/4" ~ (38 grams)

A substantial, intertwined "ribbon" bracelet marked 750 on the tongue clasp.No safety chain. 8" x 1/2" ~ 30.8grams

A whimsical, solid gold pendant with applied owl, boat, eagle, caterpillar and ship's wheel. The latter is accented by a round brilliant cut diamond and the owl and eagle both have diamond eye accents. This large pendant is 1-3/4" round and weighs a hefty 15.4 grams. Both the boat and owl are marked 14k along with the Larter logo.

A large mystical, abstract night scene by Washington, DC native, John Chapman Lewis. Signed LEWIS'51 in the LL corner. A member of the Washington School of Color, Lewis taught at The Corcoran School of Art and Marymount University. His works were featured at biennials at the Corcoran Gallery and also at The Philip's Collection. There is very minor paint loss/chipping.The paint loss is the lower right side; the center top has just a nick. There also appears to be some wear to the right of the bu...

A channel set sapphire and diamond bangle that includes nine brilliant cut diamonds approximately 5 points each (SI) and 12 caliber cut sapphires (a few show slight signs of wear). Unmarked -tested 18k.Safety chain. Inner diameter 2-1/2". Weighs 11 grams.

An early 20thC oil on canvas by Rhode Island artist, Emma Lavinia Swan ( 1853-1927). This is an atypical and rare scene since Swan is noted from her floral paintings. It appears to have its original black wood frame. Signed in the lower right hand corner. The canvas measures 9" x 9"; frame 17" x 17". Listed/Davenports.

A small oil on canvas with period frame. The frame measures 11" x 13". Signed in the lower right corner.

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.

Six small sterling beakers with gilt interiors by Edward H. Stockwell of London. All are marked appropriately. Only the bottoms which show very light wear and very faint spotting have been polished. They measures 1-3/4" x 1-1/4" at the widest point.Total weight is 1.8ozs.

Ca 1940 A heavy, solid sterling choker and bracelet by Jensen USA designer, Laurence Foss( 1920-2014). It features hand applied, raised sterling leaves with beading. The choker weighs 63 grams, is approximately 16" in length and just shy of 1/2" in width. Both the bracelet and choker are marked with the LF logo, sterling, 450. The bracelet weighs 29 grams and is 7"x 1/2".

Here is a rare complete set of nine lithograph/prints including one of Senator McGovern during his presidential run that year as well as eight others signifying campaign issues.The content page lists the artists with a small box picture of their work/issues. It is noted that the prints are issued in offset lithography in a numbered edition of 375, and signed in print by each artist with the EXCEPTION of the McGovern print.Each Measures 16" x 19.5" They include: 1)McGovern by Paul Giovanopolis, ...

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 17.7grams.

Ca 1940 An exquisite bracelet created by Foss during the time he worked for Georg Jensen USA. This is truly a "must have" for any Foss collector. Marked 416A. 7-1/4" x 5/8" ~ 24.3 grams

An oil on board signed indistinctly C. Bell. Ornate gilt frame. Faint scratches.The frame measures 15" x 17".

Ca 1960 A 14k gold beaded bracelet with knight's helmet charm. The charm is accented by cabochon stones 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 heavy, wide 14k gold band with rhombus cut lapis lazuli stone. The ring is signed but the mark is indistinct (possibly a " C" or "u" with a dot). One edge of the lapis is slightly rough and the band shows faint scratches. The stone measures 1/2" x 3/8" ,the height of the band is 3/4" (to its tip) and weighs 10.8 gr. Size 6.

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. Marked 14kt along with the Sloane hallmark.

A unique bezel set rutilated quartz pendant with yellow horsehair. Unmarked, the setting tests 18k. The quartz measures 1-1/4" x 5/8" ; the pendant hangs 1-3/4" including bail.

Here is a fabulous, vibrant chromolithograph celebrating the Panama Pacific International Exposition held in San Francisco, CA in 1915. In the lower left corner it reads " Copyright Pietro DeMauro 23 Duane Street New York Room 610" ; the right corner, "Rossotti Lithographing Company". There are some issues notably paper loss in the mid left section and smaller areas including the upper, mid and lower right edges/corners. There is also noticeable rippling and creasing. Please refer to the photos...

A six stone European cut diamond ring. The center stone has a small chip on a star facet (right below the edge of the table). Marked Cellini along with rubbed platinum marks(tests 90% platinum). Total carat weight is approximately 80pts. Stones, SI1~ Weight 4.5 grams~ Size 7

A classy Zenith gold watch with 15k gold gate bracelet/band. The watch case is marked for 9k for gold content; the band, 15 on the box clasp.Total weight approximately 20gr. The back of the watch shows light wear with a few faint scratches,the number six is worn at the top and one band end piece shows some wear where it was removed at one point(see photo #4). The watch keeps perfect time as one winds it back and forth. It was recently serviced, and also by Zenith a few years back. Manual wind. 7...

Ca 1940 A substantial sterling bracelet designed by Henry Pilstrup. It measures 7" x 1/2" and weighs 47 grams.

Ca 1980 A small bronze sculpture signed and numbered 0011/2199. The wooden base measures 5" x 2-1/2"; the height approximately 4".

An old mythical Dragon Horse necklace with low grade silver engraved balls, carved turquoise beads, natural coral branches accented by white and green jade hoops on a braided silk cord. The back of the chased, repousee silver pendant is open. The necklace measures 25",the pendant, 4 ½" x 3 ½" . Total weight 232 gm. Sorry, no international shipping.

Ca 1970 An exceptionally heavy and well made gold plate necklace with matching clip-on earrings. The necklace with extension measures 22" x 1-1/4"; the earrings are 1-1/8" x 1-1/4". Both earrings and necklace are signed.

Ca 1960 A fabulous wide sterling cuff by Francisco Rebajes featuring a smooth gray banded agate stone encased in twisted wire. Marked Rebajes Sterling in one corner where there is a very slight/minor curl. There is also some light spotting and minor wear appropriate for its age. Please disregard the line showing up to the right of the stone. Width is 2-1/4"~ inner diameter 2-1/8". The stone measures 2" x 1-1/8".

A lovely little double sided nephrite charm or pendant accented by wirework and coral cabs. Apple green in color, the jade has some dark inclusions. Marked 750 on the jump ring. 3/4" x 3/4".

Ca 1906 A beautiful heart locket that measures 1" x 3/4" and is engraved with the initials M.V. de G. It is also stamped for Chester 15 625 with an "f" along with a maker's initials (JH) for James Harrison. The link is also marked for 15kt.Total weight 4.4 grams.

An oil on canvas housed in a gilt frame. Faintly signed what appears to be NESS in the lower left corner. There is some in painting in the upper area, and also slight loss to the antique gesso gilt frame. The frame measures 21-1/2" x 31-1/2", the canvas approximately 15-1/2" x 25".

Ca 1940 An early sterling bracelet by Jensen USA designer, Laurence Foss. Lovely patina.Marked with the Foss logo, Sterling 116. 7-1/2" x 1/2" ~30.8gr.