An elegant Retro Moderne 14K yellow gold brooch in a stylized bow form, the center set with a large emerald-cut citrine of medium honey color, and the loops sprinkled with round brilliant-cut rubies. Some Retro pieces can be overly heavy, but this pin has a pleasant lightness despite its large size. The gemstones are of fine quality. Tested and guaranteed 14K gold.
Origin: America, ca. 1940. Condition: excellent, all original. Size: 3” x 1”. Weight: 15.5 grams...
A stunning Retro 18K yellow gold strap bracelet of flat hexagonal links in the Van Cleef & Arpels style. The bracelet is engraved at regular intervals with highly-detailed honeybees, their bodies represented by elongated cabochons of hessonite garnet. The use of hessonite garnet instead of the more common similarly-colored gemstones such as citrine is an inspired choice. The interior of hessonite has a wavy, “heatwave” appearance that gives the stone visible texture...
Circa 1940s size 7 14K rose and white gold eternity ring with 16 diamonds set in crescent moons made of white gold, 12 rubies set in curved flowers. Hallmarked 14K, width is 9.5 mm (approximately 3/8 inch), weight is 6.7 grams. LAYAWAY AVAILABLE!
A lovely pair of vintage 14K yellow gold earrings by Tiffany & Co. Each earring is designed as a gold ribbon surrounding a stylized floral spray set with natural brilliant round cut rubies and brilliant oval cut aquamarines. The color combination is a classic Retro combination. The stones are very nice quality, as would be expected of Tiffany. The earrings retain their original screw backs, but posts or clips could be added. The backs are marked “Tiffany & Co...
A lovely vintage aquamarine in diamond ring set in 14K white gold. The ring features a fine 21.74-carat oval mixed cut aquamarine flanked by a pair of .136-carat round brilliant cut diamonds. The split shank holds the aquamarine high above the side diamonds in a cage setting. The aquamarine is graded as light, very slightly grayish, slightly greenish-blue (slgB3/3) in color; good cut, and Type I eye-clean clarity...
Rare, hard-to-find 18 ct yellow gold mesh sliding bracelet with coral beaded center piece with tiny diamond in the center. End piece also with coral beads, beautiful, intricate Etruscan bead work in perfect condition, rare for a bracelet of this age! Width of bracelet is 12 mm (approx 1/2 inch), width of centerpiece is approx 23 mm, maximum wearable length is approx 8.5 inches.
A vintage modernist heavy sterling silver cuff bracelet by Antonio Pineda, Taxco embellished with four pearls. Thick sterling curved bars attached with spheres and four small saucers with a pearl in each one. Measures 5 1/2" around with an opening of 1 1/4" and 15/16" wide. Marked with the Antonio crown, Silver, 970, Sterling Mexico and an Early Eagle 17 mark. The saucers on the edges have some minor flattening. Sterling has some minor scratches and a little tarnish. Wonderful and rare.
A very fine matched pair of Victorian 14K yellow gold hinged bangle bracelets presented in their original fitted box. Each bracelet is fashioned with a buckle design and accented with ornate engraved and basse taille enamel decoration in a foral pattern. The edges of the bangles have bright cut engraving that lends a little glitter. The bracelets are generously sized with 3/4" width.
Origin: America, ca. 1870...
18k yellow and rose gold retro link bracelet c. 1940, 3 rows of chunky links with architectural shape and detail. Smooth back, comfortable on the wrist. Hallmarked 18K on clasp tab. LAYAWAY AVAILABLE!
Width: 1 inch
Length: 7 5/8 inches
Weight: 44.5 grams
A chic pair of 18K rose gold earclips in bow form, each suspending a pair of tubular chains terminating in platinum-set diamonds. The bows are pave-set with small single-cut diamonds (J/K; SI2) and are accented with arches of round brilliant diamonds (I/J; SI2). The larger diamonds (I; SI1) at the ends of the chains dangle freely for added sparkle. The uneven lengths of the chains complements the asymmetric design of the bows...
Retro 14K Yellow Gold Link Bracelet, hallmarked 14K on back of clasp. This is a Gorgeous Bracelet, rare to find a piece so retro, yet modern and current.
33mm Wide
7.4 inches Long
91.5 grams
Victorian cufflinks with a coiled snake motif, each with a rosecut diamond, set in 18K yellow gold. Beautifully engraved detail. Approximately 11/16 inch in diameter.
A Retro 14K yellow gold bracelet comprising hinged links set with amethysts alternating with diamond-set links. The oval mixed-cut amethysts have medium-dark, vivid reddish-purple color and are well-matched. The small old European and brilliant cut round diamonds add a restrained bit of sparkle. The amethysts are set in a way that makes them appear the float in the larger gold links, creating a sense of lightness in the bracelet. The clasp is marked “14K”.
Origin: America, ca. 1940...
A lovely late Victorian 18K yellow gold locket, the cover enhanced with repousse decoration featuring a pair of race horse heads encircled by a wreath of roses. The wreath is tied at the back with a ribbon edged in milgrained platinum and studded with four small rosecut diamonds. The detailing of the design is very nice. The back of the locket has an ornate “SC” or “CS” monogram. The interior retains its original gold frames...
A very attractive 18K yellow gold ring in the Retro Moderne style set with an emerald cut synthetic pink sapphire enclosed at either end with a pair of square cut synthetic rubies and a natural round brilliant cut diamond. The stones are set in an ornate scrolling mount. The colorful design, with its strong contrasts, makes for a very attractive, fun ring. Synthetic rubies and sapphires were frequently used during the Retro period, even by the most exclusive jewelers, because many stones were...
This is from a Virginia, USA Estate. A RETRO ERA
1950 - 1975 DIAMOND wSAPPHIRES RING.
Center Dimaond is .55 CARAT, SI1 VS2 Clarity, GH Color, Modern Brilliant Cut. Beautifully Chased on the Sides and there are another 6 Accent Diamonds mounted at the shoulders.
Beautiful Genuine Sapphires.
18K Rose Gold Diamond Ruby Buckle Bracelet c1940 with substantial weight (99 g). Very fluid and flexible,feels great on the wrist. Hallmarked 750 18k. Approx 2.75 cts single cut diamonds. Diamonds are G-H Color, SI 1 Clarity. All diamonds are pave set. .69 ct rubies, perfectly matched and channel set. Handmade box lock 1 inch wide 7 5/8 inches long (wearable length) 99.1 grams
Geometric design 14K rose gold earrings circa 1940s. Similar to the tank track bracelets made in that period, may have matched a bracelet, or may have been cufflinks originally and later made in to pierced earrings.
Retro 14K yellow gold diamond cufflinks, understated and elegant, appropriate for anything from everyday to black tie. Fronts measure 11/16 inch x 8/16 inch. Backs measure 7/16 inch x approx 5/16 inch. Depth is just over 1/2 inch. Weight is 6.0 grams (3.8 dwt). Each diamond is approx 5 points. Both hallmarked on back 14K and KOHN.
Rare sterling modernist choker necklace by Sigi, c.1952. Extremely heavy, it weighs 5 troy oz(150 gms)and is in excellent condition. The concave necklace houses graduated dimensional silver balls going around the entire piece. Sigi opened his PLATEROS shop in 1952, and one rarely sees the PLATEROS mark. The necklace is signed "PLATEROS TAXCO MEXICO STERLING #17 bellmark-can't read". The choker measures 14" around and is for a small neck. Wonderfully designed and unusual piece of modernism......$...
This spectacular Retro style brooch/pendant with tassels is guaranteed to bring compliments to the wearer. It is a wonderfully unusual 14K yellow gold circle pin featuring 36 round crystal cabachon opals set with stylized opal loops finished with two garnet flowers, each centered with a single cut diamond and holding 4 stylized gold chain tassels with cabachon opal drops. This brooch measures 3 in L x 1 3/4 in diameter; Opals are 3 ct and 5-7 pts., 2 diamonds-3 pts, 10 garnets-4pts ea.. Total ...
A wonderful brooch by William Spratling depicting a large moth. Measures 2 5/8" across and 1 7/8" high. Marked with the conjoined WS surrounded by Spratling Made in Mexico. Also marked Spratling Silver. Has a rollover safety clasp that holds securely. Heavy silver. Has some minor tarnish and surface scratches. Wonderful item.
Very fluid, wide, heavy 14k gold retro link bracelet c. 1940, 7 rows of rounded links with classic rounded shape. Smooth back, comfortable on the wrist. Fully tested, excellent condition. Width: 1 3/8 inch (34 mm) Length: 7 13/16 inches (20 cm) Weight: 73.1 grams LAYAWAY AVAILABLE
A very rare sterling silver bracelet by Salvador Teran. Depicts a stylized woman praying, carved out of what looks like bone. Also has one curved bone piece on either side of the center section. Marked Salvador, Sterling, Mexico, Design # 510 and Eagle # 36. Measures 7" around and 1 3/8" at the widest. Has a tongue and box closure which snaps tightly and a safety chain. In wonderful condition with a warm patina. Collector quality.
A 10k vintage yellow gold ring c1950s-60, set with a natural rock crystal. This size 6 ring measures 5/16" across the stone and it weighs 2.1 grams. This ring is stamped TJF and 10K and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have slight signs of gentle use. Expedited tracked and insured parcel shippin...
This is a signed ANTONIO MEXICAN STERLING & PEARL RING. From a Virginia Estate this Ring is a size 6 1/2 and can be sized up or down per usual requirements. Hard to Find RING from one of the TOP Mexican Designers ca. 1950- 1975, perhaps earlier ... Pearl is slightly yellowed
This is a Coral Cameo Stick Pin set in 14K Gold. Date this One circa first 1/4 of the 20th Century. The Top Measures 1/2" Wide X 5/8" Long and is Nicely Bezeled; overall the Pin measures 2 3/8". Did not find a gold mark though has been tested and is Guaranteed 14K. Can't emphasize enough the Quality Work to the Carving. Excellent Addition to the Collection.
A classic Retro 14K gold, platinum, diamond and ruby mesh buckle ring by Tiffany & Co. The folding buckle is set with four round rubies and a small diamond in platinum. The pointed tail of the ring is set with three additional round rubies. The mesh buckle design was popular for bracelets in Retro jewelry, but rings were far less common. In most cases, rings had a false buckle and could not be opened and closed to adjust the size. This example is functional, and can be adjusted from 5-3/4 t...
An incredible Victorian 14K yellow gold watch fob in the form of an 1880’s style oil derrick. The details are amazing, complete with a pump house, a suspended drilling bit inside the derrick and a collection vat. Even spare parts lie around on the base. The entire piece is completely handworked and was almost certainly a special order and was probably made shortly after the first commercial oil well was drilled in Pennsylvania around 1860. Figural fobs of this quality are extremely rare. ...
Fabulous heavy vintage 18 kt yellow gold and enamel Double Giraffe Band Ring featuring two finely detailed burgundy and white enamel giraffe heads, stamped 18K . Size: 6. WT: 13 grams. Condition is excellent.
Luminous pair of Victorian 14K yellow gold dangle earrings, nicely detailed with a raised wire design on a textured background, pierced French wire closure, circa 1890, stamped 14K. Measures approximately 1 1/2" long. Wt: 8 grams. Condition is like new.
Beautiful vintage 18K yellow gold ring with tiny persian turquoise beads. Hallmarked Italy and 18K (partially worn away). Size 8.5, can be sized. Weight is 7.6 grams
Spectacular large 9-kt yellow gold, oval shell cameo brooch, 19th century, probably English. Centered in a corded bezel frame is a finely carved depiction of Demeter with her lion and wheat sheaf. Shell is brown/pink, "C" clasp. Length: 2 1/4". Weight: 21 grams. Excellent condition.
This cool ring is adjustable in size (to size 9). It is sterling silver with 3 abstract flowers buds: turquoise, quartz, onyx, tiger's eye and a red stone -- cabs. The band is marked: TAXCO MEXICO (in a circle) with S?C in the middle. It is also marked with #3 assay mark. The ring is really quite pretty and in excellent condition.
A spectacular pair of Georgian natural seed pearl chandelier earrings, boxed, made in England, mid 19th C, Pendeloque style having tiny seed pearls threaded with gut onto mother of pearl backs, set on marked 18K white gold screw backs. The upper and lower parts of the earrings comprise tiny pearls threaded in circular rows with a central larger pearl. The box marked G. Altman & Co. Fifth Avenue New York. Measurement: 2 1/2" long from the top of ear loop by 3/4" wide at widest point. Very good c...
Slim 14K yellow gold Victorian arrow pin with bullseye accented with seed pearls. Width is approximately 1 1/2 inches.
Beautiful geometric design bracelet with a center genuine amethyst stone. Circa 1960. Marked LOS CASTILLO, TAXCO, design number 5, and
with the eagle assay mark. Slide clasp. It weighs 78 grams. The center element holds a very large oval faceted amethyst, the shape of which is echoed
by the two silver layers which frame it. The center element and the clasp are hinged and articulated. From a collection. 1 3/8 inches wide at the center
and 6 1/2 inches wearable length. The color of ...
This is a Knotted Single Strand CULTURED PEARL NECKLACE with fifty-eight Pearls measuring from 9 to 9.5 mm. This Necklace is joined by a 14-Karat yellow gold floral tongue-and-groove Clasp. That Clasp is set with one Pearl measuring 7.5 mm surrounded by ten round Faceted Rubies weighing approximately .40 carats and thirteen smaller Pearls measuring 3 mm. Length: 22 in (55.9 cm). Beautiful Color and Texture dating 1980 to Present
Beautiful 29.75” strand of pearls by Mikimoto. The 6.0-6.5mm pearls are joined with a 14K yellow gold clasp set with a 3.3mm pearl. The strand comprises 113 pearls having medium cream-rose body color with Mikimoto’s classic rosé overtones. The nacre is thick and the luster is very fine. The quality is appraised at fine AA, indicating that they just border on the elusive AAA quality. The clasp is marked with Mikimoto’s hallmark. The strand is presented in its original white satin folio ma...
A stunning pair of platinum and 18K yellow gold earrings set with diamonds and rubies by Tiffany & Co. Each earring features four marquise cut diamonds set in the traditional “Victoria” crossed pattern, suspending a prong-set round mixed-cut ruby. The diamonds are set in platinum, while the rubies are set in 18K yellow gold, as tradition dictates. The diamonds are F color and VVS2 clarity. The rubies, of equally superb quality, are graded as medium vivid red color (R 5/6), excellent cut,...
This superb pin is by Taxco silversmith Sigi Pineda. The boomerang design is complimented by the overlay of dots on the oxidized background. It is signed "Sigi Tasco" "STERLING HECHO EN MEXICO" and numbered "60" with assay mark 3 (see pictures). It measures 2 1/2" x 1" and is in excellent condition.
Beautiful large antique brooch in unmarked silver, with large glass paste stones with tiny black dots painted in the centers, mimicking the open culet (the flat bottom of the stone) of early diamond
cuts. Circa 1800. With C catch and extended pin stem. The setting is silver with parts possibly silver plated. The center stone is very large, 13mm/1/2 inch in diameter, and the surrounding stones are 8mm in diameter. This piece
appears to have some old repairs on the back, and is probably mi...
Fabulous and early 19th century ring in silver with a center rectangular genuine pale aqua green beryl, genuine pearls, and surrounding tiny dark green
stones which are probably glass. With two tiny illegible hallmarks. It tests positive for at least 800 or 900 silver. Ring size 5 1/2. The top of the ring is 5/8 inch
by 5/8 inch. Excellent condition. Photos enlarged to show detail.
A lovely, heavy 18K yellow gold fancy cable chain necklace, with alternating double and beaded links. The chain is ornate enough to be worn simply as a necklace, but is sturdy enough so support a heavy pendant or multiple charms. The spring clasp is stamped with partially obscured French hallmarks.
Origin: France, ca. 1880. Condition: excellent. Dimensions: 21-3/4" long. Weight: 10.9 gr.
These earrings display mustard seeds with an pearl background. They are under glass which is bezel set in silvertone. The diameter of the glass is 1/2". They are both marked Coro and are in excellent condition.
Beautiful baroque style sterling necklace with a very large brilliant synthetic color changing alexandrite stone as a centerpiece. Marked NESTOR 925 and STERLING MEXICO. 1940s, without an eagle mark. The stone changes color from intense warm purple under daylight and yellow light, to violet blue under white light.
15 inches wearable length by 1/2 inch wide along the sides. The centerpiece is 3 1/2 inches wide by 2 inches long. Excellent condition. On the back of the centerpiece, visible in ...
A very pretty pair of Victorian 14K yellow gold earrings set with pearls and seed pearls. The main bodies hang freely from the surmounts, and the bottom edges suspend free-hanging pearls, providing a lot of movement when being worn. The delicate scroll work makes a nice counterpoint to the simplicity of the pearls. Tested and guaranteed 14K.
Origin: America, ca. 1870. Condition: excellent, all original. Dimensions: 5/8” x 1-3/4” long (from top of wire). Weight: 6.8 grams.
A fine and vintage 1950s-60s signed Birks hand engraved sterling silver bangle bracelet. This bracelet has fine decoration on one half and it has a safety chain and box clasp. It measures 2-1/2 x 1-1/4" across the interior and 3/4" wide. It is stamped STERLING with the B in a hexagon Birks mark and it weighs 29.0 grams. This item is in excellent condition with no monograms, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all conditi...
A vintage enamelled sterling silver class ring from the High School of Commerce, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada (merged 1966, now closed). This size 5-1/4 ring features the 5/8 x 7/16" enamel crest, and it weighs 2.5 grams. It is unmarked but tests as sterling and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have...
a vintage 1930s sterling silver hand engraved heart photo locket on chain c1930s. This 1-1/4 x 1-1/8" locket has fine hand engraving on the front (the back is undecorated), and it has two retaining bezels with celluloid windows. The 19-1/2" link chain has a hook and eye clasp, each piece is stamped STERLING, and this necklace weighs 14.6 grams and it is in excellent condition with no monograms, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively gra...
Beautiful dramatic handmade modernist necklace composed of sterling elements connected with brass or bronze links, with a very large bezel set onyx
stone at the center. Not marked but the silver elements test positive for sterling silver. Circa 1960. Substantial at 162 grams. Wearable length is 21 inches. 2 inches wide in the center. Excellent condition.
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A pair of vintage sterling silver bangle bracelets c1930s-40. They measure 2-3/4" across the interiors and they are 3/16" wide and they are both stamped STERLING but they have different maker's marks although both have the same diamonds finish. They each weigh 12.9 grams, and they are in excellent vintage condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique...
This bracelet is adorned with an oval, bezel-set, onyx stone that measures 3/4" x 1/2" x 3/8". It has a hook-clasp. It is marked 925 MEXICO TM-192 (possibly, 152). It has good heft and is in excellent condition.
Gorgeous vintage translucent rich dark genuine cherry amber necklace with graduated round beads. 1930s. Tested with acetone. It weighs 27 grams. The largest center bead is 13mm and the smallest beads are 6mm. Wearable length is 19 1/8 inches. 1/2 inch wide at center. Excellent condition. It has been professionally restrung with the original matching amber screw barrel clasp. One bead has a small depression, pictured. Display form is life size. Photos enlarged to show detail.
Lovely antique necklace of carved round coral beads in dark salmon. Circa 1920 - 1940. The coral is undyed Mediterranean. Continuous strand with no clasp. The
beads are 3 to 4 mm in diameter. 52 inches long and long enough to wear doubled as shown. Great to wear alone or layer with other similar necklaces.
Excellent condition. Display form is life size. Photos enlarged to show detail.
Early 20th century
Art deco period
Genuine natural cognac Baltic amber
Length (clasp to clasp): 40.5 cm
Weight: 43.096 grams
From a Laguna Beach, CA estate
A wonderful antique amber necklace, with perfectly round beads of cloudy, warm cognac brown. Beads range from 24.5 mm (largest) to 8.7 mm (smallest).
Condition report: Good antique condition, with minor age wear to amber surface
A vintage 26-1/2" necklace consisting of individually knotted graduated round Chinese serpentine jade beads. The beads range from 9/16 to 17/16" across, and this necklace features a gilt sterling silver box clasp (marked SILVER). This item is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have slight signs of gentle use...
Beautiful vintage necklace of large round beads made from genuine natural translucent cherry amber. Probably circa 1930. Hand knotted with the original pale pink silk cord. Guaranteed genuine
vintage amber. Three of the beads have small inclusions but most of the beads are clear, which is considered very desirable. The color is dark reddish brown under white photo lights. Under yellow
incandescent light it is a warmer more red color. The beads have a beautifully aged patinated finish. 4...
A lovely double-sided 18K yellow gold and beveled crystal porte-photo (“photo carrier”), the gold rim simply decorated with a bound reed design in the Louis XVI style. It is cleverly constructed with a hidden screw mechanism that allows the gold frame to expand so the crystal covers can be removed for adding or changing the contents. Double-sided porte-photos were often used to display a photo on one side and a tiny lock of hair or a memento such as a pressed flower on the other. They cou...
Stunning statement vintage 16 strand necklace of undyed natural Mediterranean salmon to red coral beads, with a large goldtone metal sliding element with cannetille
wirework, and a matching goldtone metal hook clasp. Circa 1940. 17 1/2 inches long and about 1 inch wide. It weighs 126 grams. The beads are about 1/8 inch
wide or 5mm by 4mm. Excellent condition. Display form is life size. Photos enlarged to show detail.