A large 10k gold shell portrait cameo pendant pin from the 1950s. This 2-1/8" x 1-1/4" hand carved shell portrait cameo is mounted in 10k yellow gold. This cameo features a ribbon-twist border, a safety catch, and it is stamped 10K and BK on the inside of the mount near the pin (mark not shown and difficult to photograph)...

A high-quality 18K gold Etruscan-style Italian charm/pendant set with turquoise cabochons and concealing a hidden compartment in the bottom. The exposed gold surfaces are decorated with twisted wirework and beading, and the top shoulder has an unusual “horn” decoration that we’ve never seen before. Etruscan charms with compartments are very rare...

This 7 ¼ millimeters cultured pearl ring enhanced on either side of the pearl by a single-cut diamond. The 10Kt yellow gold ring from the mid 20th century is a size 7 and it can easily be sized.

An attractive 1950s 18K yellow gold brooch prong-set with round brilliant-cut chrysoprase. The stones are brighter green than usual—nearly an emerald color—and could easily be mistaken for emeralds except for their translucent quality. The gold setting is reminiscent of a cactus. The gold surfaces are nicely textured. The back retains the original pinstem and trombone clasp with French 18K gold hallmarks.

Origin: France, ca. 1955. Condition: excellent, all original...

A large Etruscan style 18K gold fob/charm/pendant set with large dark blue topaz. We’ve never seen one of these charms set with deep blue gemstones before. The gold surfaces are covered in ornate bead and twisted wire decoration. The pendant opens in the middle to reveal a secret compartment. The bail is stamped for 18K gold and also has French import marks.

• Origin: Italy, ca...

All the precious stones are represented in this very stylish 14Kt yellow gold bow pin. There are five rubies, five emeralds, five sapphires and ten diamonds dispersed throughout the broach. The approximate total weight of all stones is 0.85Ct. The height and the width of the broach is 1 1/8”.

A striking pair of 18K yellow gold mid-century earrings fashioned as knots of rope-motif gold. Each earring is finished at the top with three round brilliant diamonds and at the bottom with free-hanging tassels ending in round brilliant blue sapphires. The knot design has a very sculptural quality, typical of French jewelry from the early 1950s, while the tassels provide a sense of movement. The diamonds are graded as I/J, SI1 and the sapphires are a nice medium violetish-blue...

These stylish 14Kt yellow gold cabochon emerald and diamond earrings date back to the 1950-s. The 6 millimeter cabochon emeralds in the center are prong set and each earring is decorated on the edge by six single-cut diamonds. The approximate total weight of the two emeralds is 2.5 Ct and the twelve diamonds approximate weight is 0.18 Ct. The earrings have omega (clip) backs, but a post can be added on request.

An outstanding 18K gold begging poodle pin, the shaved parts of the body represented by a carved carnelian and the head set with an emerald eye and a ruby tongue. The back is finished with a hinged double clip. The pin is stamped with French 18K hallmarks and an illegible maker's mark...

A particularly nice mid-century 14K yellow begging poodle pin, the eyes, nose and tongue set with bright cabochon rubies. The dog is completed with a white gold collar set with diamonds. The gold has a Florentine finish to represent the clipped areas of fur. The brightness of the rubies and the perky attitude sets this poodle pin apart. The clasp is marked "14K."

• Origin: America, ca...

A muscular dressage horse leaps through a gold ring in this handsome French 18K gold equestrian pendant or charm. The bail is stamped with French 18K gold marks.

• France, ca. 1960.
• Dimensions: 1-1/8” x 1” (excluding jump ring).
• Weight: 3.9 grams.

Bright 14k opal heart pendant necklace and earrings(pierced) in original hard case box(marked 14k), c.1950's. Real opals, not doublets. The NECKLACE is an open gold heart(3/4" long) and holds an oval opal(approx.4 carats) on an 18" gold chain. The EARRINGS are for pierced ears and are signed "14K". They each measure 1/2" long by 1/2" wide and each have two opals and interesting decorative gold work. Excellent condition.....$15 for insured US shipping.

An approximately 0.40 Ct brilliant cut diamond with H color and VS2 clarity centers this classic late 1940’s early 1950’s 14Kt white gold engagement ring. The center diamond is flanked by three single cut diamonds on either side that make the total weight of all diamonds 0.52 Ct. The “fish –tail” style setting is flawlessly combined with a knife-edge shank. The ring is a beauty in great condition.The ring is a size 6 and it can easily be sized.

An outstanding lantern-shaped Etruscan-style 18K gold charm/pendant featuring coral cabochons. The gold surfaces are worked with intricate beading and twisted wirework. The decorative gold work is among the best we’ve seen on this type of charm. The coral has pure orange-red color and nice polish. The jump ring is stamped “750” for 18K gold, and the charm is tested and guaranteed 18K.

• Origin: Italy, ca...

A large Etruscan style 18K gold fob charm an a crown form, set with emerald and round cut citrines. The gold surfaces are decorated with twisted wire and rosettes, and the lower portion has a Florentine finish with engraved details. Tested and guaranteed 18K.

• Origin: Italy, ca, 1955
• Condition: excellent
• Dimensions: 1-3/8” x 1-3/16” x 1-3/8” (excluding jump ring)
• Approximate Total Citrine Weight: 37.4 carats
• Weight: 22.6 grams

A very pretty mid-century wedding band, pierced in an intricate pattern of chapel bells and flowers. The band has nice width and the detail is very crisp. The interior is stamped "14K."

• Origin: America, ca 1950
• Condition: excellent
• Dimensions: 11/32" wide
• Finger Size: 7-1/2
• Weight: 4.1 grams

A fine Italian Etruscan style 18K gold fob charm set with amethysts and pearls. The charm is shaped as a crown. The gold surfaces are enhanced with twisted wire and rosette motifs. The oval amethysts have nice medium color intensity and the pearls have good luster...

This broach is an expertly carved 30 X 40 millimeter oval shell cameo set in a 14Kt yellow gold twisted edged frame. The broach has a fold down swivel which makes it wearable as a pendant as well.