Antique diamond and sapphire ring set in 14carat gold and platinum. Made in the 19th century, circa 1880-1900. US size 6. Old European cut diamonds - 1.2 twt and sapphires  More »

Antique diamond and sapphire ring set in 14carat gold and platinum. Made in the 19th century, circa 1880-1900. US size 6. Old European cut diamonds - 1.2 twt and sapphires .80twt. Weighs 4.5grams. First impression of this ring is the wonderful sparkle. It has a special setting that curves around the finger - extremely elegant and attractive. The body of the bezel is largely openwork platinum set with tiny diamonds, very finely crafted. The top has a raised trio of larger stones: two natural sapphires and a diamond. Great deep blue colour to sapphires. Quality of the workmanship is not only visible by the beautiful appearance of the ring when worn, but also inside the ring, as seen from behind. Good condition. Status: For Sale Reference#: 3997 Condition: good Year: 1899 Title: ANTIQUE VICTORIAN DIAMOND SAPPHIRE RING GOLD PLATINUM   « Less

Antique Georgian 18 carat gold and enamel Memorial, hair and skull ring. Made circa 1820. US size 6 3/4. Shank of the ring in the form of overlapping branches, that divide  More »

Antique Georgian 18 carat gold and enamel Memorial, hair and skull ring. Made circa 1820. US size 6 3/4. Shank of the ring in the form of overlapping branches, that divide into 3 at each shoulder, where they join the oval, flower-shaped bezel. THe top has an oval reserve in which a skull rests on a bed of the beloved''s tightly woven hair. The border is enamelled in black with gold letters:IN MEMORY OF. According to Shirley Bury in her book on rings, page 47, such rings were often made for stock and then inscribed according to the needs/wishes of the purchaser. This particular ring has not been inscribed with name or date of the deceased. Ring is in very good condition especially considering the age. Status: For Sale Reference#: 3996 Condition: good Year: 1820 Title: ANTIQUE GEORGIAN 18K GOLD ENAMEL MEMORIAL RING SKULL   « Less

Antique Georgian 18K gold, enamel, snake, hair, skull and crossbones Memorial ring. Made circa 1700. US size 6 3/4. Classic example of the continuous presence of life and  More »

Antique Georgian 18K gold, enamel, snake, hair, skull and crossbones Memorial ring. Made circa 1700. US size 6 3/4. Classic example of the continuous presence of life and death matters in the lives of the early Georgians. A gold and black enamel snake, symbol of infinity, coils around an oval reserve in which a skull and crossbones rests on the blond hair of the beloved. SHank has impressed foliate pattern, a little worn and may have once been enamelled as well. Good condition, especially considering the age. Status: For Sale Reference#: 3995 Condition: good Year: 1700 Title: ANTIQUE C1700 GOLD MEMORIAL SNAKE SKULL CROSSBONES RING   « Less

Antique French ring. 18 carat gold and a row of diamonds. Made late 19th century. US size 5.5 - can easilly be resized to fit almost any finger without compromising the  More »

Antique French ring. 18 carat gold and a row of diamonds. Made late 19th century. US size 5.5 - can easilly be resized to fit almost any finger without compromising the setting in any way. Weighs 3.3grams. Approx 1-1.5ct diamonds set in a row. THe diamonds are white and generally good stones w a minor inclusion in one end-stone. The setting is classic Victorian, with openwork scrolling gold, making a pretty design on either side. Diamonds are old European cut. French hallmarks on the shank. Good condition. Status: For Sale Reference#: 3990 Condition: good Year: 1880 Title: ANTIQUE FRENCH VICTORIAN 18K GOLD, DIAMOND RIVIERE RING   « Less

Antique silver and gold drop earrings set with genuine diamonds and citrines as well as green paste (glass). Made circa 1890 - 1900 India. A little over 2 inches in length.  More »

Antique silver and gold drop earrings set with genuine diamonds and citrines as well as green paste (glass). Made circa 1890 - 1900 India. A little over 2 inches in length. Like much Victorian jewellery, these earrings are made with both silver and gold elements. They consist of a series of stylised shapes, combining the beautiful Indian sensibility of elegant curves and geometric forms. The different parts, made of silver, are connected via gold loops, resulting in swinging movement with every move of the wearer. The bottom is an inverse flower or bell shape, especially popular in North India. All parts are set with genuine old cut diamonds and highlighted with green stones, in immiation of emeralds (but test as glass). The bottom of the flower has a ring of faceted pear-shaped citrines that are later, modern replacements. Good condition. Good antique Mughal / Indian jewellery combines the wonders of ages gone by with amazing design and delicacy executed by outstanding craftsmen and is becoming increasingly difficult to obtain as it grows in appreciation throughout the world. Status: For Sale Reference#: 3938 Condition: good Year: 1890 Title: ANTIQUE SILVER GOLD DIAMOND CITRINE EARRINGS DROP DANGLE   « Less

Antique, Victorian combination brooch - pendant butterfly. Gold set with diamonds, rubies, sapphires and pearls. Made in England, circa 1850. Measures 1/3/8 inches accross.  More »

Antique, Victorian combination brooch - pendant butterfly. Gold set with diamonds, rubies, sapphires and pearls. Made in England, circa 1850. Measures 1/3/8 inches accross. Weighs approx 10 grams. Beautiful butterfly made of gold and set with precious gem stones. The body is a series of gradated pearls, the wings are largely made of diamonds to give a light effect, with rubies and sapphires on the edges. Eyes are also rubies. Tiny feet of gold. Design incorporates open space, which adds to the light, airy feel of a real butterfly. The jewel can be used either as a brooch or as a pendant. The brooch has a pin with simple C-clasp, typical of the early Victorian period. A concave gold button screws out the pin and the butterfly can be worn around the neck as a pendant. No hallmarks, but I tested the gold, which is at least 14 carat (probably 15 carat). Very good condition. Status: For Sale Reference#: 3906 Condition: good Year: 1850 Title: ANTIQUE BROOCH PENDANT RUBY DIAMOND SAPPHIRE PEARL BUTTERFLY   « Less

Antique ring made of 18k gold set with rubies and pearls. Made in HOlland/Belgium circa 1890. US Size 5. I am told it can be sized at least 2 sizes up without compromising  More »

Antique ring made of 18k gold set with rubies and pearls. Made in HOlland/Belgium circa 1890. US Size 5. I am told it can be sized at least 2 sizes up without compromising the setting in any way. Weighs 9 grams. Exquisite Victorian setting and fabulous workmanship: A double row of small seed pearls parallels an outer beaded gold border. The pearls are raised subtlely above the gold. Raised even higher is a central line of alternating rubies and seed pearls. THe whole arches over the finger in a very sturdy band. Has a romantic, medieval look about it and would be perfect for an exceptional wedding / engagement gift. Hallmark inside the shank - engraved 18K. Very good condition. Status: For Sale Reference#: 3988 Condition: good Year: 1800 Title: ANTIQUE VICTORIAN DUTCH RING RUBIES PEARLS GOLD - 1890   « Less

Antique French pendant charm locket made of 18carat gold, with carved quartz cameo mask, agate/citrine, rubies and diamonds. Made in Paris, France, circa 1860 in the style of  More »

Antique French pendant charm locket made of 18carat gold, with carved quartz cameo mask, agate/citrine, rubies and diamonds. Made in Paris, France, circa 1860 in the style of Giuliano,early 19th century. Approx 7/8 inches high, not including the loop. Weighs 12-13 grams. Exquisitely made locket / pendant. One side has an oval carved mask. Incredible detail to beard, moustache and eyes. He protrudes from an oval base with black enamelling alternating with gold-enclosed reserves holding fabulous pink-red rubies. The black enamel sections each have a tiny diamond, colette set in their center. Sides of the locket have a crenelated, textured design. THe gold reserves from top and bottom protrude over the edges. THe loop is set with diamonds and rubies. THe 2nd side of the locket has similar black enamel reserves alternating with gold 5-sided sections, containing raised gold patterns. In the center is a large agate/citrine. THe locket opens to reveal two beautiful reserves for holding a picture/hair of a loved one. Hallmarks shown on both loops (see ''photos) for Paris circa 1860. Very good condition. Status: For Sale Reference#: 3975 Condition: good Year: 1750 Title: ANTIQUE CARVED HARDSTONE CAMEO GOLD RUBY DIAMOND LOCKET   « Less

Outstanding pair of drop earrings:18k gold, silver, turquoise and seed pearls. Made in France, 19th century - 1850-80. Each earring is 1 3/4 inches long, not including the  More »

Outstanding pair of drop earrings:18k gold, silver, turquoise and seed pearls. Made in France, 19th century - 1850-80. Each earring is 1 3/4 inches long, not including the loops. Weight together: 12 grams. Fabulous design: a curved star, entirely set with turquoise and a pearl in the center is attached to the gold loop that goes through the ear. A loop at the bottom of the star suspends scrolling gold ribbons, which in turn suspend a much larger star, finely set with turquoise and pearls.The metal on top of the earrings is silver, common to the Victorian era, with gold underneath. Excellent workmanship: the tight settings and fine metalwork are of the highest quality and beauty. Besides the fabulous colours of the earrings, the design is extremely attractive and highlighted by the swinging movement with every motion of the wearer. Hallmarks on the loops. Good condition. Status: For Sale Reference#: 3981 Condition: good Year: 1860 Title: ANTIQUE FRENCH VICTORIAN TURQUOISE SEED PEARL EARRINGS   « Less

Antique Victorian, Neo Etruscan 18k gold and intaglio carved lapis lazuli gemstone earrings. Made circa 1850 - 1880. Each earring is approximately 7/8 inches at longest  More »

Antique Victorian, Neo Etruscan 18k gold and intaglio carved lapis lazuli gemstone earrings. Made circa 1850 - 1880. Each earring is approximately 7/8 inches at longest point. Total weight is 7 grams. Classic, elegance: oval cabochon deep blue lapis lazuli gemstones handcarved with a figure of a wild boar and a lion, respectively. Marvely tiny detail - one can almost see individual hairs on each animal. It is possible that the intaglios originate in the Ancient Roman era, but the buyer will make the decision of whether they are 150 or 2000 years old. The lapis is set in a beautiful Neo Etruscan / Classic Revival 18 carat gold setting, constituting concentric rings of twisted filigree gold wires of different patterns and sizes. The setting is almost identical to settings used for jewellery by TIffany & CO, enclosing micromosaics and shown in the book ''Bejewelled By TIffany'', page 133. The backs and loops of the earrings are lovely. THe replaced loops, each with a flowerhead attachment, enhancing the beauty of the earrings and making them extremely comfortable to wear and easy to insert. Earrings are not hallmarked, but tested for 18k gold. Very good condition. Status: For Sale Reference#: 3976 Condition: good Year: 1870 Title: ANTIQUE NEO CLASSIC INTAGLIO LAPIS LAZULI GOLD EARRINGS   « Less