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Heavenly Antique Gold Moonstone Ruby Necklace

Catalogue: Archives: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Victorian: Pre 1900   item# 988057 (stock# 2513)

Heavenly Antique Gold Moonstone Ruby Necklace
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This gold moonstone necklace is Victorian, circa 1900. It is elegantly designed, with beautiful cabachon moonstones interspersed with small faceted rubies. The moonstones are clear with flashes of blue exhibiting adularescence. The term adularescence, is that play of light that crosses the stone as light passes through. So magical in appearance, the Romans believed it was formed from drops of moonlight. It is seen on the finest gem quality stones, and it is this quality that distinguishes it fr ...click for details


Antique Gold Rock Crystal Ball Locket

Catalogue: Archives: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Victorian: Pre 1900   item# 985447 (stock# 2511)

Antique Gold Rock Crystal  Ball Locket
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This rock crystal Victorian locket is circa 1900. It is English, rendered in 15k and has unusually pretty engraving around the bezel. Most lockets of this type are gold filled or plated, and I am always pleased to find one in gold. The orb measures 3/4 inches and with the bail it is 1 inch long. Small in scale, it looks great worn on the modern cord provided that has a 14k lobster clasp, or on a charm bracelet. It opens and closes with two tiny gold balls and will magnify and photo. I prefer it ...click for details


Antique Gold Crystal Heart Locket Pendant

Catalogue: Archives: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Victorian: Pre 1900   item# 980455 (stock# 2499)

Antique Gold Crystal Heart Locket Pendant
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This antique 14k heart locket is circa 1900. Designed in a Neo-Classical revival style it has beautiful gold work that is simple and elegant. The gold is finely reeded and elegantly decorated with applied gold X's. The locket unscrews at the top, and the two beveled glass inserts are then free to insert house a photo if desired. Personally, I prefer it clear and used just as seen.

The heart measures 1 3/4 inche ...click for details


Bright Antique Paste Solitaire Earrings

Catalogue: Archives: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Victorian: Pre 1910   item# 976913 (stock# 2497)

Bright Antique Paste Solitaire Earrings
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These solitaire bright paste earrings are set in 14k and silver settings. Measuring 9.5 mm they equate to over two carats on each ear. The faceted stones are bright and beautifully reflect light from every angle, as they are set open back. There are several tiny natural inclusions which are not seen when worn. New gold ear wires. They measure 5/8 inches long from the top of the gold wires. Easy to wear day or evening, and very lovely. Circa 1900.


Extraordinary Antique Victorian Grotesque Faces Chain

Catalogue: Archives: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Victorian: Pre 1920   item# 974289 (stock# 2492)

Extraordinary Antique Victorian Grotesque Faces Chain
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This chain is the finest I have come across in many,many years. It is Etruscan Revival, circa 1890. Rendered in a rich 18k gold patina, it is designed with 12 unique grotesque faces. Each face is different and is done in repousse, finished front and back. I am grateful to a collector who has just informed me that the faces are actual replicas of Greek and Roman theater masks, which makes this necklace more unique. The faces are are joined on each end by a small gold decorated bead. ...click for details


Beautiful Bold Antique Gold Necklace

Catalogue: Archives: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Victorian: Pre 1910   item# 974104 (stock# 2491)

Beautiful Bold Antique Gold Necklace
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This antique 18k gold chain epitomizes the beauty of simplicity. The chain has a glorious original patina and is designed with a simple link terminating with a clever, concealed clasp. The necklace lends itself to daytime wear either with a suit, or with jeans. In the evening with a pair of earrings or a bracelet, it completes any outfit. It is just the perfect necklace, not overstated and yet distinctive.

The neckla ...click for details


Elegant Antique Gold Crystal Locket and Slide Chain

Catalogue: Archives: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Victorian: Pre 1900   item# 973868 (stock# 2490)

Elegant Antique Gold Crystal Locket and Slide Chain
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This classical locket and chain necklace is circa 1900. The 14k Belcher link chain, has a simple rectangular slide with fine detailing and a small central pearl. The chain measures 29.5 inches long with the bale X slightly less than 1/8 inches wide. It terminates with a bale that connects with the locket.

The French octagonal locket is 18k designed in the Neo-Classical Revival style. This simple clean shape is e ...click for details


Superb Antique Etruscan Revival Bead Necklace

Catalogue: Archives: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Victorian: Pre 1900   item# 966656 (stock# 2486)

Superb Antique Etruscan Revival Bead Necklace
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This antique gold necklace is circa 1860. It is designed in the Etruscan Revival manner. The archeological excavations at Pompeii and Herculeum unearthed treasures, and brought with it renewed interest in the stunning Etruscan gold work. The term of Etruscan Revival was used to define this period, and famous jewelers such as Castellani, tried to emulate the designs and craftsmanship. This necklace is classical in inspiration, and perhaps one of the finest in execution that I have ever had the p ...click for details


Unique Antique Gold Earrings, Circa 1880

Catalogue: Archives: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Victorian: Pre 1900   item# 959235 (stock# 2479)

Unique Antique Gold Earrings, Circa 1880
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These earrings are most unusual in their motif. They are Scottish, circa 1880, and are rendered in 15k gold. They are designed as a traditional Tara form more often found on brooches of this period. They have a magnificent ,original gold patina and are in excellent condition. The gold work is superior with beautiful applied wire work. They measure 1 3/8 long from the top wire x 7/8 across. They are the perfect size for everyday wear and are ideal to accompany most antique design periods as wel ...click for details


Large Victorian Gold Crystal Heart Locket

Catalogue: Archives: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Victorian: Pre 1900   item# 957120 (stock# 2475)

Large Victorian Gold Crystal Heart Locket
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This elegant gold, rock crystal heart locket is English, circa 1880. The large and bulbous rock crystals are beautifully cut by a lapidary and set in substantial gold bezels. The heart, which articulates, has a gold bow surmount set with natural pearls. It is also a locket that could house a photo or a lock of hair, as the back has a removable bezel. I personally prefer it worn as seen. The rock crystal is substantial and the cabachon cut reflects light and seems to illuminate with every moveme ...click for details

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