Catalog: Sold Items: Estate Jewelry (56)

An attractive Art Deco period Czechoslovakian or Austro-Hungarian empire enamel and glass necklace circa 1920s. This lovely vintage necklace is unsigned, but is undoubtedly a Czechoslovakia piece. It has green and black enamel in a somewhat Gothic inspired design, as well as deep green jade like glass stones in a gold plated brass setting. The 15-1/2" necklace has a spring-ring clasp and a 2-1/2" central drop. This sautoir design necklace is in very good condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, damage or repairs other than the loss of some of the gold plating on the brass chain. 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 as would be expected. Silver and silver plated items are hand-polished, not buffed, and our halogens and magnified images may exaggerate otherwise barely noticeable scratches and flaws. GUARANTEE: ALL of our items are antique or vintage and from the period listed. NONE are reproductions or recreations. Expedited insured tracked parcel shipping to the U.S. starts at $21 and expedited shipping within Canada starts at $12. Rates vary by destination, value, size, weight, payment option and shipping method. Other payment, tracking and insurance options are available - please inquire. We ship worldwide - please contact us for an accurate shipping quote with your postal code or country. **** PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT ACCEPT PAYPAL****

An Art Deco period 19k white gold wedding band circa 1920s. This size 5-1/2 or size 5.5 women's wedding ring is stamped 19 K and FORGET ME NOT and it is slightly over 1/16" wide, or a hair over 2mm wide. It weighs 2.5 grams and it has a fine engraved design. It is in excellent condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. It is consistent in shape with no thin areas. It would also work nicely with a vintage platinum engagement ring. While the key stamp was used by more than one firm, the Forget Me Not line was produced by Saunders, Lorie and Co., of Toronto, Canada. According to D. Rainwater (American Jewelry Manufacturers, Schiffer Publishing) their advertisements were found from 1897 until 1922. Their production period may have been slightly longer than that. 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 as would be expected. Silver and silver plated items are hand-polished, not buffed, and our halogens and magnified images may exaggerate otherwise barely noticeable scratches and flaws. GUARANTEE: ALL of our items are antique or vintage and from the period listed. NONE are reproductions or recreations. Expedited insured tracked parcel shipping to the U.S. starts at $21 and expedited shipping within Canada starts at $12. Rates vary by destination, value, size, weight, payment option and shipping method. Other payment, tracking and insurance options are available - please inquire. We ship worldwide - please contact us for an accurate shipping quote with your postal code or country. **** PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT ACCEPT PAYPAL****

An Art Deco period 14k white gold filigree ring with the original rectangular cut synthetic ruby stone circa 1920s. Fine rubies were could be difficult to buy at times and good quality synthetic gems (called lab created rubies now, they were made from genuine stones) were commonly used. As they were usually made from white topaz or sapphires, they have excellent sparkle and durabilty, and usually stand up to wear as well as the real stones. This vintage size 4-1/2 or 4.5 ring weighs 3.3 grams and It is stamped 14 K. Great gift for someone born in July, or just someone who likes beautiful white gold filigree settings. It measures 5/8" x 7/16" across the setting and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than slight signs of wear to stone. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have signs of gentle use or wear as would be expected. Silver and silver plated items are hand-polished, not buffed, and our halogens and magnified images may exaggerate otherwise barely noticeable scratches and flaws. GUARANTEE: ALL of our items are antique or vintage and from the period listed. NONE are reproductions or recreations. Expedited insured tracked parcel shipping to the U.S. starts at $23 and expedited shipping within Canada starts at $13. Rates vary by destination, value, size, weight, payment option and shipping method. Other payment, tracking and insurance options are available - please inquire. We ship worldwide - please contact us for an accurate shipping quote with your postal code or country. **** PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT ACCEPT PAYPAL****

An Art Deco 14k white gold wedding band circa 1920s. This vintage size 6-1/4 or 6.25 ring is stamped 14 K with a makers's mark, and what looks like OPHELIA ROSE (no doubt the name of the jewellery line). It measures just under 1/16" wide (approximate 1.5mm) and is almost as deep as it is wide, which was fairly common on wedding bands of this style and age. It weighs 1.1 grams and has a simple and slightly worn engraved pattern. It is in very good 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 and may have slight signs of gentle use. Expedited tracked insured air shipping to the U.S. starts at $19 (other spots may vary). Items paid with a credit card will be shipped to confirmed addresses only. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US. PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT ACCEPT PayPal, only VISA and MASTERCARD.

A post Edwardian diamonds row engagement ring in 14k yellow and white gold circa 1910-15. This antique size 6-3/4 ring features three European cut diamonds (42 points total, SI1-2, G-H colour). Three stone rings became popular in the late 1900s, especially for engagement rings. The 3 stones in a row signified the phrase I Love You or Be My Bride. It weighs 2.4 grams and it has a recent gemological independent conservative appraisal in the amount of $1350 Canadian (~$1040 US). It is in very good 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 shipping to the U.S. starts at $27 (other spots may vary, air is higher). Items paid with a credit card will be shipped to confirmed addresses only. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US. PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT accept PayPal.

An Edwardian antique period sterling silver necklace with Swiss lapis (dyed blue quartz or jasper) and marquisites circa 1910 1920. This elegant lavaliere style necklace measures 16-7/8" long and the sterling chain has fine squared loop links. The central 1-5/8" x 1-3/8" oval medallion is flanked by two oval 1" x 5/8" panels, both with inset marcasites. The Swiss lapis is a blue green on the panels and the central one is a deeper navy blue. It is marked STERLING on the necklace and on the spring-ring catch. It is in excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, scrapes, dents, monograms, 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 as would be expected. Silver and silver plated items are hand-polished, not buffed, and our halogens and magnified images may exaggerate otherwise barely noticeable scratches and flaws. GUARANTEE: ALL of our items are antique or vintage and from the period listed. NONE are reproductions or recreations. Expedited insured tracked parcel shipping to the U.S. starts at $20 and expedited shipping within Canada starts at $11. Rates vary by destination, value, size, weight, payment option and shipping method. Other payment, tracking and insurance options are available - please inquire. We ship worldwide - please contact us for an accurate shipping quote with your postal code or country. **** PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT ACCEPT PAYPAL****

A vintage genuine Arts & Crafts period 2-3/8" x 2" gilt brass sash pin c1900-10. This pin features curled corners and hammered sections; it also has a large claw-set unfoiled amethyst colour cut glass/crystal facetted stone. It has a baby-pin style catch, and it is in excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than some minor wear to the gilding in spots and some grime on the back of the stone. 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. Surface shipping to the continental U.S. starts at $6.70 (other spots may vary) - insurance is included to $100. Items paid with a credit card will be shipped to confirmed addresses only. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US. NOTE: we DO NOT accept PayPal.

A 10k rose gold Edwardian or late Victorian solitaire pearl ring circa 1900. This size 5-1/2 ring features a high claw-set 2.5 mm. pearl in a 3/16" across setting. The ring is stamped 10K with a maker's mark, it weighs 1.5 grams and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, 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. Tracked Packet shipping to anywhere in the U.S. is $14.00 - this includes online tracking, air service and insurance up to $70. Items paid with a credit card will be shipped to confirmed addresses only. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US. PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT accept PayPal.

A 10k enamel heart charm with Canadian provinces circa 1900. It has crests of the (then 7) Canadian provinces and this lovely antique yellow gold pendant was made the George H Lees jewellery company of Hamilton ( Ontario Canada) and is stamped 10K with the maker's mark. This piece dates to the pre-1905 era since Alberta, Saskatchewan and Newfoundland are not shown. It weighs 1.4 grams, it measures 5/8" across, and it is in excellent original 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 post to the U.S. starts at $21 (other spots may vary) insurance and tracking included in shipping quotes Items paid with a credit card will be shipped to confirmed addresses only. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US. PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT accept PayPal, only VISA and MASTERCARD.

A vintage and superb Art Nouveau period 9/16" diameter 12K yellow gold stickpin (unmarked but tested) c1890-1900. This 2-1/2" stickpin features two Art Nouveau maidens with flowing decoration and bright beams of light flashing from a star in their hair. It has a typical period matte or Roman finish of deep yellow old (the gold was acid treated to bring a pure gold bloom or colour to the piece, apopular finish at the time). It weighs 2.0 grams and it is in very good original condition with no bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than a small dent on the rim at the back of the pin. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are secondhand and may have slight signs of gentle use. Surface shipping to the continental U.S. starts at $6 (other spots may vary) - insured is higher, and mandatory on items over $85 if paid with a credit card. Items paid with a credit card will be shipped to confirmed addresses only. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US. NOTE: we do not accept PayPal.

An Edwardian 12k rose gold amethyst ring circa 1910. This size 5-1/2 ring features a large light purple 5/16" solitaire amethyst with high claws on a simple shank. It weighs 2.0 grams, it is unmarked (and shows signs of resizing which may have obscured the marks) and it tests as 12k gold. The stone is approximately 1.5 carats (calculated) and this ring is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, 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 shipping to the U.S. starts at $22 (other spots may vary, air is higher). Items paid with a credit card will be shipped to confirmed addresses only. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US. PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT accept PayPal.

A 14k Edwardian shell cameo peridot and seed pearls lavaliere necklace from 1900 1910. This beauty measures 19-5/8" long and it includes a 3-1/2 x 1-1/2" central drop containing a hand carved shell cameo portrait of a young woman as well as two green peridot drops, a seed pearl drop and other ornamental seed pearls throughout. It has a 14K mark on the springring clasp and it weighs 3.8 grams and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs however there are small loops for a drop of some sort on each side which are now missing but this doesn't really detract from the appeal of this fine necklace. 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 shipping to the U.S. starts at $25 (other spots may vary, air is higher). Items paid with a credit card will be shipped to confirmed addresses only. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US. PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT accept PayPal.

An Edwardian 10k 14k birds and heart seed pearls lavaliere necklace circa 1900 1910. This classy and elegant 18-3/8" necklace features three flying birds, one of which is mounted on a heart with a star suspended from it. The seed pearls spread throughout the 2-1/2 - 1-1/8" central drop are quite attractive and the drop is stamped 10K. The contemporary rope twist chains are replacements and they are unmarked but test as 14k gold, and they have a barrel clasp. This fine necklace weighs 5.3 grams and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs other than the chain replacement. 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 shipping to the U.S. starts at $24 (other spots may vary, air is higher). Items paid with a credit card will be shipped to confirmed addresses only. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US. PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT accept PayPal.

A Victorian 12k genuine turquoise and diamonds ring circa 1890 1900. This antique size 2-3/4 or 2.75 yellow gold ring measures 3/4" x 1/4" across the top. It is mostly unmarked but has been tested. It may have been sized down in the past, which means sometimes original stamps are lost. The turquoise cabochons gem stones are genuine Persian turquoise. It has a stylized X mark, and the five genuine diamonds range from 2.5 to 6-7 points in the centre (approximate weight 17-18 points) in setting measured by gauge. It is probable these 1910-20s cut diamonds are a later replacement for the original pearls, which frequently were worn or damaged in pieces this age. This ring weighs 1.8 grams, and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than the diamond replacements. 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 as would be expected. Silver and silver plated items are hand-polished, not buffed, and our halogens and magnified images may exaggerate otherwise barely noticeable scratches and flaws. GUARANTEE: ALL of our items are antique or vintage and from the period listed. NONE are reproductions or recreations. Expedited insured tracked parcel shipping to the U.S. starts at $27 and expedited shipping within Canada starts at $17. Rates vary by destination, value, size, weight, payment option and shipping method. Other payment, tracking and insurance options are available - please inquire. We ship worldwide - please contact us for an accurate shipping quote with your postal code or country. **** PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT ACCEPT PAYPAL****

A late Victorian gp serpent snake necklace with a cabochon. This beautifully made late Victorian or Edwardian vintage gold plated over brass serpent necklace is from 1890-1900. This 20-1/2" necklace features a finely detailed snake head with open mouth and jagged teeth, patterned scales, and a bezel-set turquoise blue coloured glass cabochon on its head. The head screws onto the threaded end which protrudes through the coiled tail of the snake; the chain itself is serpentine and flexible. This necklace is unmarked, and it is in excellent condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than some minor wear to the surface of the glass stone and a chip to the end plus some very slight wear to the gold plating. 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 shipping to the U.S. starts at $21 (other spots may vary, air is higher). Items paid with a credit card will be shipped to confirmed addresses only. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US. PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT accept PayPal.

A late Victorian period gold filled lily of the valley seed pearl photo locket pendant circa 1890 1900. This hand engraved antique 1-5/16" locket is stamped P&M with other symbols and 2 10 (maker unidentified). The genuine half pearls are arrayed in the form of a lily of the valley flower and this lovely matte finish locket is in excellent antique condition with only the expected slight signs of wear / patina. There are some small scratches and test acid staining from a previous test for gold content but this will be covered up by your photo. This unusual locket would make a fine gift for the love in your life. 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 shipping to the U.S. starts at $23 (other spots may vary, air is higher). Items paid with a credit card will be shipped to confirmed addresses only. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US. PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT accept PayPal.

A 19thC 15k garnet pearls stickpin cravat or tie pin in a case. This 2-3/8" pin has a flower style 3/8" head with a deep ruby red garnet surrounded by pearls. It is unmarked but tests as 15k and the gold is slightly rose in colour. The pin is Victorian in style with the twisted shaft inserted into a ring on the head however the fitted hinged case has the Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Company Ltd. mark used after 1898 with the Appointment to the King legend which would make it Edwardian. It's possible the pin is older than the case but it could also be contemporary to it (c1901) even though it has an older Victorian manufacturing style. We obtained them together and that's how we're selling them. The case is velvet and silk lined with a gold maker's stamp. This lovely pin is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs other than some minor rubs to the black leather wrapped gold trimmed case. It can be re-blacked with shoe polish if you want. 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 shipping to the U.S. starts at $20 (other spots may vary, air is higher). Items paid with a credit card will be shipped to confirmed addresses only. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US. PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT accept PayPal.

A 14k seed pearl shamrock straight collar pin or tie pin circa 1900. This antique yellow gold brooch with a 3/8" across shamrock is set with genuine seed pearls. It measures 1-1/2" in length and is stamped 14K in the top leaf, with a manufacturer's mark that looks like an antique key on one side leaf, and there is also a mark /20 on the stem. It closes like a safety pin, it weighs 1.6 grams, and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, losses, corrosion, repairs or damage. 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. Tracked Packet shipping to anywhere in the U.S. is $14.00 - this includes online tracking, air service and insurance up to $70. Items paid with a credit card will be shipped to confirmed addresses only. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US. PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT accept PayPal.