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Art Deco platinum ring, circa 1930, centred with an octagonal step cut sapphire of deep velvety blue, held within a crisp geometric frame. The plaque head is lined with 50 rose cut diamonds in graduated rows, finished with fine millegrain and a light openwork gallery. Diamond set shoulders taper to a slender band, giving a clean line on the hand. A compact, architectural jewel that still feels quietly modern, in good condition for its age.

Jewellery Type
ring

Condition
good condition
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Country of origin
unknown

Style
Art Deco - Art Deco is an eclectic artistic and design style which had its origins in Paris in the first decades of the 20th century. The style originated in the 1920s and continued to be employed until after World War II. The term "art deco" first saw wide use after an exhibition in 1966, referring to the 1925 Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes that was the culmination of high-end style modern in Paris. Led by the best designers in the decorative arts such as fashion, and interior design, Art Deco affected all areas of design throughout the 1920s and 1930s, including architecture and industrial design, as well as the visual arts such as painting, the graphic arts and film. At the time, this style was seen as elegant, glamorous, functional and modern.
See also: Art Deco
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Style specifics
Abstract motives and geometrical forms are quite typical for the Art Deco period. Art Deco moved away from the soft pastels and organic forms of its style predecessor, Art Nouveau, and embraced influences from many different styles and movements of the early 20th century, including Neoclassical, Constructivism, Cubism, Modernism, and Futurism. Its popularity peaked in Europe during the Roaring Twenties and continued strongly in the United States through the 1930s. Although many design movements have political or philosophical roots or intentions, Art Deco was purely decorative.

Period
ca. 1930
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Material
Platinum (touchstone tested)
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Diamonds
50 rose cut diamonds . We do not have the weight of the diamonds which is normal in our trade when it comes to rose cuts.

- All diamonds, regardless of their size or shape, in our vintage and antique jewellery are verified as 100% natural by the IJGC laboratory.

Precious stones
One sapphire with an estimated weight of ± 1.00ct

All color stone weights are approximate since stones are not removed from their mounts to preserve the integrity of the setting.
It is a very common practice to treat gemstones to intensify their clarity or colour. The item in question has not been tested in this regard.

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April and sapphire for September.
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Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
top of ring 1,68 cm (0,66 inch) x 1,17 cm (0,46 inch)
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Weight
4,40 gram (2,83 dwt)

Ring size Continental EU: 54 & 17¼ , Size USA: 6¾ , Size UK: N

Resizing
Free resizing (only for extreme resizing we have to charge).
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Adin Reference Nº
26022-00153

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Dating from around 1945, this Belgian Retro brooch takes the form of a richly stylised tulip, its sculptural yellow-gold petals traced with rows of vivid man-made rubies. The openwork flower head contrasts beautifully with the long, polished stem and sweeping leaves, giving the piece both movement and considerable presence. Bold yet graceful, it captures the period’s taste for natural motifs reimagined through strong, architectural lines.

Jewellery Type
brooch

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
Belgium

Style
Retro jewellery - This style refers to jewellery from circa 1935 to 1950. Typical features include bold, sculptural volume in warm yellow, pink or red gold, polished planes, concealed hinges, and channel set rows of square or calibré cut stones. Typical motifs include tank bracelets, scroll motifs, ribbon motifs, bow motifs, fan shapes, stylised flowers, broad polished gold panels, channel set calibré-cut stones. The style was shaped by late Art Deco, Second World War material shortages, Hollywood film glamour, postwar optimism, industrial design references, changing social roles.
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Style specifics
Retro - Retro jewellery is associated with the 1940s and early 1950s. It often features large-scale stylised forms, ribbons, bows, scrolls, drapes, pink gold and coloured stones. The term Retro is a later designation. The style is bold, sculptural and decorative, often with strong gold forms and a sense of glamour suited to the fashion of the period.

Period
ca. 1945
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Source of inspiration
Nature

Theme
Tulip

Material 18K
warm yellow gold (touchstone tested)
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Precious stones
72 rubies (lab produced) (also called verneuil ruby).

Birthstones
Ruby is the birthstone (or month stone) for July.
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Hallmarks
Belgian maker’s mark and **0730 fineness mark in a horizontal lozenge**.
Maker’s mark: a flaming bomb within the standard Belgian barrel-shaped punch, registered to P. Quintin, 22 Rue de Laeken, Brussels.
These marks came into use in Belgium around 1950.
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Dimensions
8,00 cm (3,15 inch) x 5,00 cm (1,97 inch)
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Weight
22,10 gram (14,21 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
26128-00328

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A striking Victorian hinged bangle of about 1870, this Neo Egyptian jewel is richly set with scarabs picked out in rose cut diamonds, sapphires and emeralds. The design belongs to that 19th century moment when Europe looked again towards Egypt with curiosity and imagination, translating ancient motifs into fashionable ornament. Its broad gold form, silver accents and repeated scarab figures give it both presence and rhythm. An unusual bracelet, decorative yet scholarly in spirit, it feels like a small revivalist monument made to be worn.

Jewellery Type
hinged bangle

Condition
very good condition for its age
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Country of origin
Although the jewel bears French hallmarks, this does not prove that it was made in France. For further explanation, see the section on hallmarks.

Style
Victorian - This jewel belongs to the Victorian period, a broad era in which historical revival styles and eclectic design flourished.
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Style specifics
In our opinion, this jewel most likely belongs to the second of the three major Neo Egyptian revivals that took place after 1800, associated with the renewed fascination with Egypt around the opening of the Suez Canal in 1869. The first followed Napoleon’s Egyptian campaign, while the third came after the discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb in 1922.

Period
ca. 1870
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Source of inspiration
Ancient Egyptian motifs and design

Theme
The scarab, associated in ancient Egyptian art with ideas of renewal, transformation and rebirth, is one of the most recognisable motifs in Egyptian visual culture. For more on the scarab, see our Jewellery Glossary.

Material 18K
yellow gold and silver (touchstone tested)
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Diamonds
182 rose cut diamonds and senailles. Senailles are small, simplified rose cut diamond chips with only a few polished facets. The individual weights of these stones are not specified, which is normal practice in the trade for rose cut diamonds and senailles.

- All diamonds, regardless of their size or shape, in our vintage and antique jewellery are verified as 100% natural by the IJGC laboratory.

Precious stones
30 sapphires and 48 emeralds

All colour stone weights are approximate, as stones are not removed from their mounts in order to preserve the integrity of the setting. Gemstones are often treated to improve colour or clarity. The stones in this jewel have not been tested in this regard.

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April, sapphire for September and emerald for May.
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Hallmarks
The jewel bears two French owl control marks. This mark was used by the French assay office for finished items submitted for examination, and does not in itself prove that the jewel was made in France.
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Dimensions
Band width: 2,90 cm (1,14 inch). Inner circumference: 18,40 cm (7,24 inch).
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Weight
70,50 gram (45,33 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
26050-00270

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A striking vintage 1950s ring centred on an elongated turquoise matrix cabochon, its vivid blue veining framed by a glittering border of diamonds with an approximate total weight of 0.72 carat. Set in 18ct white gold, the design has a bold mid century presence, yet the openwork gallery keeps it light and elegant on the hand. A lively and characterful jewel with real visual charm.

Jewellery Type
ring

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
unknown

Style
Vintage
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Period
ca. 1950
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Material 18K
white gold (touchstone tested)
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Diamonds
24 single brilliant cut diamonds (also called 8/8) with an approximate total weight of 0.72ct colour and clarity G/J, si/i

- Any diamond weights, colour grades, and clarity stated are approximate unless otherwise noted, as diamonds are not removed from their settings in order to preserve the integrity of the piece.

- All diamonds in our antique and vintage jewellery, regardless of size or shape, are verified by the IJGC laboratory as natural.

Precious stones
One turquoise matrix

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April and turquoise for December.
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Hallmarks
"0750" indicating 18K gold
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Dimensions
top of ring 1,54 cm (0,61 inch) x 2,55 cm (1,00 inch)
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Weight
6,30 gram (4,05 dwt)

Ring size Continental EU: 52 & 16½ , Size USA: 6 , Size UK: L

Resizing
Free resizing (only for extreme resizing we have to charge).
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Adin Reference Nº
26089-00331

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A charming ca. 1930 vintage bar brooch, designed as a small naturalistic insect poised upon a slender gold pin. Its baroque pearl body gives the jewel a soft, living irregularity, while rose cut diamond wings and a ruby-coloured detail lend a quiet flicker of light. Though made in the interbellum period, it still carries the gentle spirit of late Victorian and Edwardian insect jewellery.

Jewellery Type
bar brooch

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
unknown

Style
Interbellum naturalistic jewellery – Although made around 1930, this charming little bar brooch does not speak the strict geometric language usually associated with Art Deco. Its insect motif, pearl body, rose-cut diamond wings and coloured stone detail belong instead to the naturalistic jewellery tradition especially loved in the late Victorian and Edwardian periods, and still echoed in jewel design during the interwar years.
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Period
ca. 1930
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Source of inspiration
Nature

Theme
a small naturalistic insect, perhaps a fly or a bee

Material 18K
yellow and white gold
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Diamonds
Six rose-cut diamonds and senailles . A senaille is a simplified rose-cut diamond, usually a small diamond chip with only a few polished facets. As is customary in our trade, no weight is stated for these small rose-cut diamonds and senailles.

- All diamonds in our antique and vintage jewellery, regardless of size or shape, are verified by the IJGC laboratory as natural.

Precious stones
One ruby with an approximate total weight of 0.07ct
One baroque pearl

All coloured stone weights stated are approximate unless otherwise noted, as stones are not removed from their settings in orde.
Gemstones are often treated to improve their colour or clarity. The stones in this piece have not been tested for treatment unless otherwise stated.

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April, ruby for July and pearl for June.
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Hallmarks
Illegible remains.
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Dimensions
5,25 cm (2,07 inch) x 1,47 cm (0,58 inch)
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Weight
3,60 gram (2,31 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
26089-00366

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Antique jewelry object group
pendant

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
unknown

Style
Art Deco - Art Deco is an eclectic artistic and design style which had its origins in Paris in the first decades of the 20th century. The style originated in the 1920s and continued to be employed until after World War II. The term "art deco" first saw wide use after an exhibition in 1966, referring to the 1925 Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes that was the culmination of high-end style modern in Paris. Led by the best designers in the decorative arts such as fashion, and interior design, Art Deco affected all areas of design throughout the 1920s and 1930s, including architecture and industrial design, as well as the visual arts such as painting, the graphic arts and film. At the time, this style was seen as elegant, glamorous, functional and modern.
See also: Art Deco
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Style specifics
Abstract motives and geometrical forms are quite typical for the Art Deco period. Art Deco moved away from the soft pastels and organic forms of its style predecessor, Art Nouveau, and embraced influences from many different styles and movements of the early 20th century, including Neoclassical, Constructivism, Cubism, Modernism, and Futurism. Its popularity peaked in Europe during the Roaring Twenties and continued strongly in the United States through the 1930s. Although many design movements have political or philosophical roots or intentions, Art Deco was purely decorative.

Period
ca. 1920
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Material
18K white gold (touchstone tested)
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Diamonds
One large and five smaller rose cut diamonds . We do not have the weight of the diamonds which is normal in our trade when it comes to rose cuts.
All diamonds we offer are screened by the I.J.G.C. for whether they are natural or synthetic, and all diamonds in this jewel are 100% guaranteed to be natural.

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April.
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Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
height 2,53 cm (1,00 inch)
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Weight
1,70 gram (1,09 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
22119-00280

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A striking Victorian snake ring, dating to around 1880, this sculptural jewel coils across the finger in rich 18ct yellow gold, its engraved surfaces and curling lines already hinting at the coming Art Nouveau taste for more fluid natural forms. The three serpent heads are set with old mine cut diamonds, together weighing approximately 1.24 carats, of light yellow colour and VVS to VS clarity. Both decorative and symbolic, it carries the enduring 19th century fascination with the serpent as an emblem of renewal, mystery, and devoted attachment.

Jewellery Type
ring

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
unknown

Style
Victorian - Victorian decorative arts refers to the style of decorative arts during the Victorian era. The Victorian era is known for its eclectic revival and interpretation of historic styles and the introduction of cross-cultural influences from the middle east and Asia in furniture, fittings, and Interior decoration. Victorian design is widely viewed as having indulged in a regrettable excess of ornament. The Arts and Crafts movement, the aesthetic movement, Anglo-Japanese style, and Art Nouveau style have their beginnings in the late Victorian era.
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Style specifics
Late Victorian / early Art Nouveau - The subject of this piece, although typical 19th Century, announces the coming of the Art Nouveau style.

Period
ca. 1880
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Source of inspiration
Mother Nature

Theme
Snakes and serpents - Snakes and serpents are one of the oldest and most widespread mythological symbols . Considerable overlap exists in the symbolic values that serpents represent in various cultures. Some such overlap is due to the common historical ancestry of contemporary symbols. Much of the overlap, however, is traceable to the common biological characteristics of snakes.

A lot can be said about snakes and serpents. They have been worshipped since the Dark Ages and are a powerful religious symbol with many different meanings, like death and resurrection, while they have also been associated with healing and rivergods and also denote fertility, wisdom and the ability to cure.

Extra information
The triple arrangement gives the ring an added symbolic resonance, as if the serpent’s traditional meanings of renewal and attachment were reinforced through repetition, though this cannot be stated with certainty.

Material 18K
yellow gold (touchstone tested)
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Diamonds
Three old mine brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated total weight of approximately 1.24 ct, light yellow, VVS to VS.

- When we provide weights, colour grades, and clarity of diamonds, these are approximate unless otherwise stated, as we do not remove diamonds from their settings to preserve the integrity of the piece.

- All diamonds, regardless of their size or shape, in our vintage and antique jewellery are verified as 100% natural by the IJGC laboratory.

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April.
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Hallmarks
"18K" indicating 18K gold
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Dimensions
band width top of ring 2,26 cm (0,89 inch)
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Weight
5,50 gram (3,54 dwt)

Ring size Continental EU: 61 & 19½ , Size USA: 9½ , Size UK: S½

Resizing
Free resizing (only for extreme resizing we have to charge).
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Adin Reference Nº
26065-00149

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An elegant Art Deco engagement ring from around 1920, masterfully shaped in platinum, encapsulates the sophistication of its time with a harmony of geometric aesthetics inherent to the movement. This Belgian jewel features an assemblage of seventeen old European and mine cut diamonds, culminating in an approximate total weight of 1.67 carats, a silent ode to the depth of commitment they symbolise. It is a timeless testament to love, with each diamond reflecting a story, making it an heirloom piece that transcends the mere passage of time and celebrates April's birthstone.

Antique jewelry object group: engagement ring (or anniversary ring)

Condition: very good condition
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Country of origin: Although it does not carry any legible control marks we believe this to be of Belgian origin.

Style: Art Deco - Art Deco is an eclectic artistic and design style which had its origins in Paris in the first decades of the 20th century. The style originated in the 1920s and continued to be employed until after World War II. The term "art deco" first saw wide use after an exhibition in 1966, referring to the 1925 Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes that was the culmination of high-end style modern in Paris. Led by the best designers in the decorative arts such as fashion, and interior design, Art Deco affected all areas of design throughout the 1920s and 1930s, including architecture and industrial design, as well as the visual arts such as painting, the graphic arts and film. At the time, this style was seen as elegant, glamorous, functional and modern.
  -  See also: Art Deco or more info on styles

Style specifics: Abstract motives and geometrical forms are quite typical for the Art Deco period. Art Deco moved away from the soft pastels and organic forms of its style predecessor, Art Nouveau, and embraced influences from many different styles and movements of the early 20th century, including Neoclassical, Constructivism, Cubism, Modernism, and Futurism. Its popularity peaked in Europe during the Roaring Twenties and continued strongly in the United States through the 1930s. Although many design movements have political or philosophical roots or intentions, Art Deco was purely decorative.

Period: ca. 1920
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Material: platinum
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Extra information (01): We have a matching necklace with pendant to this ring, check:
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Extra information (02): Betrothal rings were used during Roman times, but weren't generally revived in the Western world until the 13th century. The first well-documented use of a diamond ring to signify engagement was by the Archduke Maximilian of Austria in imperial court of Vienna in 1477, upon his betrothal to Mary of Burgundy.

Before the 20th century, other types of betrothal gifts were common. Before the end of the 19th century, the bride-to-be frequently received a sewing thimble rather than a engagement ring. This practice was particularly common among religious groups that shunned jewelry. Engagement rings didn't become standard in the West until the end of the 19th century, and diamond rings didn't become common until the 1930s. Now, 80% of the women are offered a diamond ring to signify engagement. (from: Wikipedia)

Diamond(s): One old European cut diamond with a weight of 1.31ct. (colour and clarity: I/J, vs/si).
16 old mine single brilliant cut diamonds (also called 8/8)with an estimated weight of ± 0.36ct. (colour and clarity: G/I, si/i).

Total diamond count: 17 pcs.

Total diamond weight: approx. 1.67 crt.

- All diamond weights, color grades and clarity are approximate since stones are not removed from their mounts to preserve the integrity of the setting.

Birthstones: Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April.
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Hallmarks: No trace.
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Dimensions: diameter top 1,38 cm (0,54 inch)

Weight: 4,40 gram (2,83 dwt)

Ring size Continental: 54 & 17¼ , Size US 6¾ , Size UK: N

Resizing: Free resizing (only for extreme resizing we have to charge).
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Reference Nº: 19157-00036

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This Baroque-era brooch, dating back to circa 1680, captures the essence of its period with dynamic curves and symmetrical opulence. Composed of 18K red gold and adorned with 36 meticulously set rose cut diamonds, it reflects the era's love for light-enhancing foil techniques. The brooch is a testament to the vibrant artistry of the time, remaining in very good condition. Its craftsmanship is a reminder of the Baroque's spirited forms and the robust, ornate details that heralded the sophistication of Europe's artistic evolution.

Antique jewelry object group
brooch

Condition
very good condition
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Style
Baroque - Baroque is an artistic style prevalent from the late 16th century to the early 18th century in Europe. It is most often defined as "the dominant style of art in Europe between the Mannerist and Rococo eras, a style characterized by dynamic movement, overt emotion and self-confident rhetoric".
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Style specifics
Baroque is a style in art and decoration that developed shortly before 1600 and remained current in Europe until the emergence of the Rococo style c.1730. It was started in Italy, and spread to Germany, Austria, the Low Countries, and Spain and Portugal, with only a somewhat severely classical version being popular in France under Louis XIV. The style was a development of the Renaissance style and is characterized by lively, curved, and exuberant forms, by vigorous movement, and by rich ornament, based on classical sources, being symmetrical as distinguished from the asymmetry of the following Rococo style.

Period
ca. 1680
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Material
18K red gold (touchstone tested)
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Technique
The rose cuts are set on foil. This is a special technique that was used to bring the lustre of the diamonds to its best quality.

Diamonds
36 rose cut diamonds . We do not have the weight of the diamonds which is normal in our trade when it comes to rose cuts.
All diamonds we offer are screened by the I.J.G.C. for whether they are natural or synthetic, and all diamonds in this jewel are 100% guaranteed to be natural.

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April.
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Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
3,08 cm (1,21 inch) x 2,96 cm (1,17 inch)
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Weight
9,00 gram (5,79 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
22027-00087

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These stunning long hanging earrings, crafted from platinum and 18K yellow and red gold, elegantly bridge the refined artistry of the Belle Époque and the sleek, bold geometry of Art Deco. Highlighted by two exceptional pear-shaped rose-cut diamonds, totalling 2.91 carats, these jewels are further adorned with four additional rose-cut diamonds, bringing the total diamond weight to approximately 5.50 carats. The intricate settings complement the sparkling diamonds, creating an extraordinary balance ofsophistication and allure, making these earrings a timeless treasure from circa 1920.

Antique jewelry object group
earrings long hanging

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
unknown

Style
Something between Art Deco and Belle Époque - Art Deco is an eclectic artistic and design style which had its origins in Paris in the first decades of the 20th century. The style originated in the 1920s and continued to be employed until after World War II. The term "art deco" first saw wide use after an exhibition in 1966, referring to the 1925 Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes that was the culmination of high-end style modern in Paris. Led by the best designers in the decorative arts such as fashion, and interior design, Art Deco affected all areas of design throughout the 1920s and 1930s, including architecture and industrial design, as well as the visual arts such as painting, the graphic arts and film. At the time, this style was seen as elegant, glamorous, functional and modern. See also: Art Deco.

And the Belle Époque (French for "Beautiful Era") was a period in European social history that began during the late 19th century and lasted until World War I. Occurring during the time of the French Third Republic and the German Empire, the "Belle Époque" was named in retrospect, when it began to be considered a "golden age" the major powers of Europe, new technologies improved lives and the commercial arts adapted Renaissance and eighteenth-century styles to modern forms. In the newly rich United States, emerging from the Panic of 1873, the comparable epoch was dubbed the Gilded Age. In the United Kingdom, this epoch overlaps the end of what is called the Victorian Era there and the period named the Edwardian Era.
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Style specifics
This is something between Belle Époque and Art Deco.
The Belle Époque (French for "Beautiful Era") was a period in European social history that began during the late 19th century from the Franco-Prussian War (1870-1871) and lasted until World War I (1914-18).

Occurring during the time of the French Third Republic and the German Empire, the "Belle Époque" was named in retrospect, when it began to be considered a "golden age" the major powers of Europe, new technologies improved lives and the commercial arts adapted Renaissance and eighteenth-century styles to modern forms.

In the newly rich United States, emerging from the Panic of 1873, the comparable epoch was dubbed the Gilded Age. In the United Kingdom, this epoch overlaps the end of what is called the Victorian Era there and the period named the Edwardian Era.

In the Belle Époque cheap coal and cheap labour contributed to the cult of the orchid and made possible the perfection of fruits grown under glass, as the apparatus of state dinners extended to the upper classes; champagne was perfected during the Belle Époque. Exotic feathers and furs were more prominently featured in fashion than ever before, as haute couture was invented in Paris, the centre of the Belle Époque, where fashion began to move in a yearly cycle; in Paris restaurants such as Maxim's achieved a new splendour and cachet as places for the rich to parade, and the Opéra Garnier devoted enormous spaces to staircases as similar show places.

After mid-century, railways linked all the major cities of Europe to spa towns like Biarritz and Deauville; their carriages were rigorously divided into first-class and second-class, but the super-rich now began to commission private railway coaches, as exclusivity was a hallmark of opulent luxury. Bohemian lifestyles gained a different glamour, pursued in the cabarets of Montmartre.

Art Deco
Abstract motives and geometrical forms are quite typical for the Art Deco period. Art Deco moved away from the soft pastels and organic forms of its style predecessor, Art Nouveau, and embraced influences from many different styles and movements of the early 20th century, including Neoclassical, Constructivism, Cubism, Modernism, and Futurism. Its popularity peaked in Europe during the Roaring Twenties and continued strongly in the United States through the 1930s. Although many design movements have political or philosophical roots or intentions, Art Deco was purely decorative.

Period
ca. 1920
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Material
platinum and 18K yellow and red gold (touchstone tested)
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Diamonds
Two large pear shaped rose cut diamonds. with a total weight of 2.91ct (one is 1.45ct and the other 1.46ct)
Four rose cut diamonds. We have not removed the four other rose-cut diamonds from their settings, but estimate the two upper stones to be approximately 0.80 carats each and the two middle stones approximately 0.50 carats each, resulting in an estimated combined total weight of 2.60 carats.
The total weight of all six rose-cut diamonds in these earrings is therefore approximately 5.50 carats.

All diamond weights, colour grades, and clarity are approximate, as we generally do not remove stones from their settings to maintain the integrity of the piece. However, the two largest stones were taken out to obtain their exact weight, while the remaining four diamonds have been left in their settings.
All diamonds we offer are screened by the I.J.G.C. for whether they are natural or synthetic, and all diamonds in this jewel are 100% guaranteed to be natural.

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April.
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Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
height 3,53 cm (1,39 inch)
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Weight
7.50 gram (4.82 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
23060-00078

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A Victorian marvel, this ring from around 1920 bewitches with its majestic 30.54ct opal, cocooned in the embrace of 56 rose-cut diamonds. The blend of 18k yellow gold with silver whispers a romantic nostalgia, each sparkle a silent ode to exquisite craftsmanship. Beyond its splendour lies a mystery, a rich tapestry of untold stories, making it not just jewellery, but a bearer of centuries' whispers.

Antique jewelry object group
ring

Condition
very good condition
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Style
Victorian - Victorian decorative arts refers to the style of decorative arts during the Victorian era. The Victorian era is known for its eclectic revival and interpretation of historic styles and the introduction of cross-cultural influences from the middle east and Asia in furniture, fittings, and Interior decoration. Victorian design is widely viewed as having indulged in a regrettable excess of ornament. The Arts and Crafts movement, the aesthetic movement, Anglo-Japanese style, and Art Nouveau style have their beginnings in the late Victorian era.
See also: Victorian
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Period
ca. 1920
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, target="top">fashion of this era.

Material
18k yellow gold and silver , see also: The silver on gold technique (touchstone tested)
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Diamonds
56 rose cut diamonds . We do not have the weight of the diamonds which is normal in our trade when it comes to rose cuts.

All diamonds we offer are screened by the I.J.G.C. for whether they are natural or synthetic, and all diamonds in this jewel are 100% guaranteed to be natural.

Precious stones
One natural cabochon opal with a weight of ± 30.54ct
See pictures for the IJGC-certificate of this stone.

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April and opal for October.
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Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
top of ring 3,30 cm (1,30 inch) x 2,60 cm (1,02 inch)
see picture with a ruler in millimeters and inches

Weight
12,20 gram (7,84 dwt)

Ring size Continental EU: 58 & 18½ , Size USA: 8¼ , Size UK: Q

Resizing
Free resizing (only for extreme resizing we have to charge).
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Adin Reference Nº
21224-00615

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A perfect example of the Belle Époque elegance, this circa 1910 engagement ring beautifully blends romantic charm with luxury. Crafted from 18K yellow gold and platinum, it showcases five old brilliant cut diamonds, complemented by ten rose cut diamonds. This ring captures the essence of an era known for its lavish lifestyles and artistic achievements. It’s more than a piece of jewellery; it's a token of enduring love and a window into a time where extravagance and style were celebrated, making it a timeless treasure for any collection.

Antique jewelry object group
engagement ring (or anniversary ring)

Condition
very good condition
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Style
Belle Époque - The Belle Époque (French for "Beautiful Era") was a period in European social history that began during the late 19th century and lasted until World War I. Occurring during the time of the French Third Republic and the German Empire, the "Belle Époque" was named in retrospect, when it began to be considered a "golden age" the major powers of Europe, new technologies improved lives and the commercial arts adapted Renaissance and eighteenth-century styles to modern forms. In the newly rich United States, emerging from the Panic of 1873, the comparable epoch was dubbed the Gilded Age. In the United Kingdom, this epoch overlaps the end of what is called the Victorian Era there and the period named the Edwardian Era.
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The Belle Époque (French for "Beautiful Era") was a period in European social history that began during the late 19th century from the Franco-Prussian War (1870-1871) and lasted until World War I (1914-18).

Occurring during the time of the French Third Republic and the German Empire, the "Belle Époque" was named in retrospect, when it began to be considered a "golden age" the major powers of Europe, new technologies improved lives and the commercial arts adapted Renaissance and eighteenth-century styles to modern forms.

In the newly rich United States, emerging from the Panic of 1873, the comparable epoch was dubbed the Gilded Age. In the United Kingdom, this epoch overlaps the end of what is called the Victorian Era there and the period named the Edwardian Era.

In the Belle Époque cheap coal and cheap labour contributed to the cult of the orchid and made possible the perfection of fruits grown under glass, as the apparatus of state dinners extended to the upper classes; champagne was perfected during the Belle Époque. Exotic feathers and furs were more prominently featured in fashion than ever before, as haute couture was invented in Paris, the centre of the Belle Époque, where fashion began to move in a yearly cycle; in Paris restaurants such as Maxim's achieved a new splendour and cachet as places for the rich to parade, and the Opéra Garnier devoted enormous spaces to staircases as similar show places.

After mid-century, railways linked all the major cities of Europe to spa towns like Biarritz and Deauville; their carriages were rigorously divided into first-class and second-class, but the super-rich now began to commission private railway coaches, as exclusivity was a hallmark of opulent luxury. Bohemian lifestyles gained a different glamour, pursued in the cabarets of Montmartre.

Period
ca. 1910
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Material
18K yellow gold and platinum (touchstone tested)
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Extra information
Diamond is the birthstone for the month of April, and besides being the most popular gemstone for engagement rings, it is also the anniversary gem for the 10th and 60th years of marriage.

Even though the diamond is the hardest of all gemstones known to man, it is the simplest in composition: it is common carbon. The ancient Greeks believed that diamonds were splinters of stars fallen to earth. It was even said by some that they were the tears of the Gods or perhaps crystallized lightning or hardened dew drops. The exact origin of diamonds remained something of a mystery for centuries.

In ancient times only kings wore diamonds as a symbol of strength, courage and invincibility. Over the centuries, the diamond acquired its unique status as the ultimate gift of love. It was said that Cupid's arrows were tipped with diamonds which have a magic that nothing else can ever quite equal.

But it wasn't until 1477, when Archduke Maximillian of Austria gave a diamond ring to Mary of Burgundy, that the tradition of diamond engagement rings began. Even the reason a woman wears it on the third finger of her left hand dates back to the early Egyptian belief that the vena amoris (vein of love) ran directly from the heart to the top of the third finger, left hand.

Diamonds
Five old brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 1.04ct colour and clarity H/J, vs/si
Ten rose cut diamonds . We do not have the weight of the diamonds which is normal in our trade when it comes to rose cuts.
All diamond weights, color grades and clarity are approximate since stones are not removed from their mounts to preserve the integrity of the setting.
All diamonds we offer are screened by the I.J.G.C. for whether they are natural or synthetic, and all diamonds in this jewel are 100% guaranteed to be natural.

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April.
more info on birthstones

Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
length top of ring 2,20 cm (0,87 inch)
see picture with a ruler in millimeters and inches

Weight
5,70 gram (3,67 dwt)

Ring size Continental EU: 57 & 18¼ , Size USA: 8 , Size UK: P½

Resizing
Free resizing (only for extreme resizing we have to charge).
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Adin Reference Nº
21345-00169

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The central oval diamond, with its pleasing soft yellow colour, brings gentle warmth to a stepped platinum frame. Dating from around 1930, this Art Deco ring balances architectural precision with the delicacy of fine millegrain edges. Its old-cut diamonds give the composition a distinctive character, while their traditional association with enduring love lends a personal meaning to a ring firmly rooted in its own time.

Jewellery type: Diamond cluster ring with a stepped rectangular head.

Condition: Very good condition with light wear consistent with age.

Country of origin: unknown

Style: Art Deco. The oval centre is framed by a symmetrical arrangement of diamonds in stepped rectangular panels. The crisp geometry and slender platinum framework are characteristic of the period, giving this circa 1930 ring a distinctly architectural composition.

Period: circa 1930

Material: Platinum, touchstone tested.

Technique: Openwork platinum construction with fine millegrain edging, a border of tiny metal beads outlining the diamond settings.

Diamonds: One central oval-shaped natural diamond, described by Adin as an old mine cut. AGR report 1810034974 AN uses the designation "oval modified brilliant" and records a weight of 1.04 carats, colour P, clarity VS2 and strong fluorescence. The central diamond has a pleasing soft yellow colour. Fluorescence describes the diamond's response to ultraviolet light. The central diamond is held in a claw setting.

Twenty old brilliant-cut diamonds, grain-set in the surrounding panels, with an estimated total weight of 0.90 carats, colour G–J and clarity VS–SI.

For the twenty smaller diamonds, diamond weights, colour and clarity are approximate, as the stones were assessed in their settings and were not removed for grading or weighing. The central diamond's weight, colour and clarity are those recorded in the AGR report.

Total diamond weight: Approximately 1.94 carats.

We individually screened every diamond in this ring using the EXA Natural Diamond Detector developed by Magilabs; each test returned a natural-diamond result.

Traditional gemstone associations: Diamond is traditionally associated with April and symbolises enduring love and commitment.

Hallmarks: None.

Dimensions: Ring head 18.8 × 12.4 mm (0.74 × 0.49 in). See photograph with a millimetre scale.

Weight: 4.6 g

Ring size: Continental EU 55; inner diameter 17.5 mm; approximately US 7¼ and UK O.

Resizing: This ring can normally be resized free of charge. An additional charge may apply for very substantial size adjustments; please let us know the required size so that we can confirm.

Adin Reference Nº: 26079-00307

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This vintage 1950s engagement ring, exquisitely crafted in platinum and 18K white gold, is more than a piece of jewellery; it's a testament to an 'Artistic Legacy.' Adorned with a central old brilliant cut diamond of approximately 0.45ct and a total diamond weight of about 1.17ct, this ring embodies the timeless elegance and skilled craftsmanship of its era. It is a tangible connection to the artistic mastery of the past, merging the refined charm of Art Deco with the distinct style of the fifties. This ring symbolises not only a union of hearts but also a celebration of historical artistry, passed down through generations as a cherished heirloom.

Antique jewelry object group
engagement ring (or anniversary ring)

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin unknown


Style
Although most people would call this style Art Deco it is more considered to be a product of the fifties of the Twentieth Century. Strongly influenced by Art Deco but also by the Retro style. That to most people this is Art Deco is no coincidence as both Retro style and Fifties style are the style successors of Art Deco.
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Style specifics
This type of jewelry is very specific for the fifties of the twentieth century. The Art Deco period preceded only 20 years and was still used as source of inspiration, it is (even for the trained eye) sometimes very hard to note the difference between Art Deco and Fifties.

Period
ca. 1950
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Material
platinum and 18K white gold (touchstone tested)
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Extra information
Diamond is the birthstone for the month of April, and besides being the most popular gemstone for engagement rings, it is also the anniversary gem for the 10th and 60th years of marriage.

Even though the diamond is the hardest of all gemstones known to man, it is the simplest in composition: it is common carbon. The ancient Greeks believed that diamonds were splinters of stars fallen to earth. It was even said by some that they were the tears of the Gods or perhaps crystallized lightning or hardened dew drops. The exact origin of diamonds remained something of a mystery for centuries.

In ancient times only kings wore diamonds as a symbol of strength, courage and invincibility. Over the centuries, the diamond acquired its unique status as the ultimate gift of love. It was said that Cupid's arrows were tipped with diamonds which have a magic that nothing else can ever quite equal.

But it wasn't until 1477, when Archduke Maximillian of Austria gave a diamond ring to Mary of Burgundy, that the tradition of diamond engagement rings began. Even the reason a woman wears it on the third finger of her left hand dates back to the early Egyptian belief that the vena amoris (vein of love) ran directly from the heart to the top of the third finger, left hand.

Diamonds
One old brilliant cut diamond with an estimated weight of ± 0.45ct
Six old mine brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 0.42ct
14 single brilliant cut diamonds (also called 8/8) with an estimated weight of ± 0.30ct

Total diamond count
21 pcs.

Total diamond weight
approx. 1.17 crt with an average colour and clarity F/I, vs/si

All diamond weights, color grades and clarity are approximate since stones are not removed from their mounts to preserve the integrity of the setting.
All diamonds we offer are screened by the I.J.G.C. for whether they are natural or synthetic, and all diamonds in this jewel are 100% guaranteed to be natural.

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April.
more info on birthstones

Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
length top of ring 2,39 cm (0,94 inch)
see picture with a ruler in millimeters and inches

Weight
4,50 gram (2,89 dwt)

Ring size Continental EU: 54 & 17¼ , Size USA: 6¾ , Size UK: N

Resizing
Free resizing (only for extreme resizing we have to charge).
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Adin Reference Nº
22133-00305

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Within these Victorian earrings resides the enchantment of generously sized pear-shaped rose-cut diamonds, each evoking the image of a delicate heart and encapsulating an era steeped in eternal love. These earrings stand as a testament to the Romantic Victorian Period, which thrived around 1830, celebrated for its meticulous craftsmanship. Silver crowns them with 18K yellow gold backing, illuminating their brilliance as they rest upon foil. These diamonds, the embodiment of April's birthstone, personify a love that endures through the ages.

Antique jewelry object group
earrings short hanging

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
unknown

Style
Victorian - Victorian decorative arts refers to the style of decorative arts during the Victorian era. The Victorian era is known for its eclectic revival and interpretation of historic styles and the introduction of cross-cultural influences from the middle east and Asia in furniture, fittings, and Interior decoration. Victorian design is widely viewed as having indulged in a regrettable excess of ornament. The Arts and Crafts movement, the aesthetic movement, Anglo-Japanese style, and Art Nouveau style have their beginnings in the late Victorian era.
See also: Victorian
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Style specifics
The Romantic Victorian Period - Experts divide the reign of Queen Victoria, also called The Victorian era (1837 - 1901) in to three periods of about twenty years each; The Romantic Victorian Period (1837 - 1860), The Grand Victorian Period (1860 - 1880), and the Late or Aesthetic Victorian Period (1880 - 1901).

We consider this to be of the Romantic Victorian Period. This period covers the coronation of Victoria as Queen of Great Britain and Ireland, and her marriage to King Albert and their love, their devotion to their marriage and to their country are the sources of inspiration for this period. The jewels of this period are made of intricate carvings, special techniques where the enamel is subtly worked. These techniques allowed to give the jewel a certain opulence with less precious metal needed. As precious metals were really rare at that time. Highly favored (semi-) precious stones in this period are amethyst, coral, garnets, seed pearls and turquoises. The connotation is obviously sentimental, symbolic and romantic with reminiscent Gothic and/or Renaissance patterns and an abundant use of motifs like anchors, birds, branches, crosses, hearts and snakes.

Period
ca. 1830
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Material
Silver on top and backed with 18K yellow gold (see explanation on silver on gold). (touchstone tested)
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Technique
The rose cuts are set on foil. This is a special technique that was used to bring the lustre of the diamonds to its best quality.

Extra information
Likely born as earrings but tanned into this system in their lifetime.

Diamonds
Two large pear shaped rose cut diamonds. We do not have the weight of the diamonds which is normal in our trade when it comes to rose cuts.
36 rose cut diamonds and senailles . A senaille is a simplified rose cut diamond, a small diamond chip with perhaps a few polished facets. We do not have the weight of the rose cuts diamonds nor the senailles which is normal in our trade when it comes to rose cut diamonds and senailles.
All diamonds we offer are screened by the I.J.G.C. for whether they are natural or synthetic, and all diamonds in this jewel are 100% guaranteed to be natural.

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April.
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Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
2,60 cm (1,02 inch) x 2,30 cm (0,91 inch)
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Weight
11,70 gram (7,52 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
22027-00082

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Dating from circa 1920, this ring combines the refined openwork of Belle Époque jewellery with the clearer geometry of early Art Deco. Its cultured pearl is encircled by vivid synthetic rubies, while senaille-cut diamonds add restrained sparkle throughout the design. The result is a distinctive period ring with balanced colour and fine detail.

Jewellery type: Ring.

Condition: Very good condition with light wear consistent with age. No repairs are known.

Country of origin: Unknown.

Style: Transitional Belle Époque to Art Deco , combining the scrolling, millegrain-finished tracery of the earlier style with the balanced geometry and calibrated colour accents associated with early Art Deco jewellery.

Period: Circa 1920.

Material: 18K yellow gold, touchstone tested, with a thin white metal layer over the diamond-set areas. Because this layer is exceptionally thin, it was not separately tested and may be either white gold or platinum.

Technique: Pierced openwork with millegrain-finished settings.

Diamonds: 24 senaille-cut diamonds. We individually screened every diamond in this ring using the EXA Natural Diamond Detector developed by Magilabs; each test returned a natural-diamond result.

Senaille-cut diamonds are traditionally described by number rather than by estimated weight, colour or clarity. Their irregular proportions make reliable weight estimation and standard grading impracticable while mounted.

Gemstones: One round cultured pearl, encircled by 12 calibré-cut synthetic rubies. Synthetic ruby was already available to jewellers before this ring was made, making its presence historically compatible with a circa 1920 date.

Traditional gemstone associations: Pearl is traditionally associated with June, ruby with July and diamond with April.

Hallmarks: No hallmarks are present.

Dimensions: Width across the ring head: 16.5 mm (0.65 in). See photograph with a millimetre scale.

Weight: 3.0 grams

Ring size: Continental EU 54; inner diameter 17.2 mm; approximately US 6¾ and UK N.

Resizing: Complimentary resizing is available for this ring. Please let us know the required size when ordering.

Adin Reference Nº: 26106-00425

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This elegant 18K gold wedding band, dating from the Georgian period circa 1820, features alternating lozenge shapes and stylised floral motifs. The refined filigree decoration and intricate granulation showcase the exceptional craftsmanship of the era. The piece carries a lion’s head hallmark, indicative of its Dutch origin, adding an extra layer of historical charm. To wear such a jewel, over 200 years old, is to carry a piece of history, steeped in romance and lasting legacy.

Antique jewelry object group
ring, wedding band

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
Netherlands

Style
Georgian - Georgian style is the name given in most English-speaking countries to the set of styles current between 1720 and 1840. It is eponymous for the first four British monarchs of the House of Hanover—George I of Great Britain, George II of Great Britain, George III of the United Kingdom, and George IV of the United Kingdom—who reigned in continuous succession from August 1714 to June 1830.
See also: Georgian
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Period
ca. 1820
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Material 18K
warm yellow gold (touchstone tested)
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Technique
This jewel features a filigree decoration, which is in fact thin gold wire twisted into refined motifs, in this case elegant little balls. You can also notice the use of granulation on this piece. Granulation is a technique where the goldsmith uses very small balls (granules) of metal, which are not soldered to the piece but welded. Both techniques demand very high skills and precision from the maker.

Hallmarks
On the outside of the ring is a lion's head, facing left, which is a Dutch hallmark used from 1814 onwards. On one corner of a lozenge shape, also on the outside, there is a mark that may either be a damage or the remnant of a stamp. Additionally, there is a capital letter 'G', also on the outside.
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Dimensions
band width 0,68 cm (0,27 inch)
see picture with a ruler in millimeters and inches

Weight
2,60 gram (1,67 dwt)

Ring size Continental EU: 63 & 20 , Size USA: 10¼ , Size UK: U

Resizing
Resizing is possible but because of the age of the ring we prefer to leave it untouched. Return policy on this ring is not valid anymore once this work has been done.
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Adin Reference Nº
24121-00312

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This Early-Victorian bi-colour gold-backed pendant from 1830 embodies a treasure of symbols through a deep pink garnet heart, a silver-topped bow, snake, cross and anchor encrusted with three European cut diamonds and with a total of 86 rose cut diamonds set in foil.

While the ruby-eyed snake wraps around the cross, its head emerges to the centre of the garnet and emphasizes the opulent heart-shape. This meaningful composition reveals the snake's role of protection, wisdom, hope and fertility when it comes to matters of the heart from deep within the garnet's core.
This gemstone of love is topped by a cross which extends from behind the garnet into an anchor, resulting in an Anchored cross or also called a Mariner's cross. Generally signifying hope, this bejeweled imagery contributes even more to the message of promise and faith in this jewel.
To complete the message of hope and tenderness, the above-mentioned piece with a 14K yellow gold back dangles from an adorable bow-knot with an 18K red gold back which literally depicts the strong bond of love. This bow particulalry grants you the possiblity to even wear this extraordinary jewellery piece as a brooch.
For more information, please look below at the chapter with "Extra information".

It couldn't be more clear from the craftsmanship and the total design that this jewel doesn't just speak of promises and fairytales, but it truly achieves to convey the message of love.

Antique jewelry object group: combined brooch-pendant (the pendant can be taken from the bow, so both can be worn seperately too.

Condition: excellent condition
  -  (more info on our condition scale)

Country of origin: unknown (although from the same period, the bow is silver with 18K gold, and the pendant is silver with 14K gold)

Style: Early-Victorian - Victorian decorative arts refers to the style of decorative arts during the Victorian era. The Victorian era is known for its eclectic revival and interpretation of historic styles and the introduction of cross-cultural influences from the middle east and Asia in furniture, fittings, and Interior decoration. Victorian design is widely viewed as having indulged in a regrettable excess of ornament. The Arts and Crafts movement, the aesthetic movement, Anglo-Japanese style, and Art Nouveau style have their beginnings in the late Victorian era.
  -  See also: early-Victorian or more info on styles

Style specifics: The Romantic Victorian Period - Experts divide the reign of Queen Victoria, also called The Victorian era (1837 - 1901) in to three periods of about twenty years each; The Romantic Victorian Period (1837 - 1860), The Grand Victorian Period (1860 - 1880), and the Late or Aesthetic Victorian Period (1880 - 1901).

We consider this to be of the Romantic Victorian Period. This period covers the coronation of Victoria as Queen of Great Britain and Ireland, and her marriage to King Albert and their love, their devotion to their marriage and to their country are the sources of inspiration for this period. The jewels of this period are made of intricate carvings, special techniques where the enamel is subtly worked. These techniques allowed to give the jewel a certain opulence with less precious metal needed. As precious metals were really rare at that time. Highly favored (semi-) precious stones in this period are amethyst, coral, garnets, seed pearls and turquoises. The connotation is obviously sentimental, symbolic and romantic with reminiscent Gotic and/or Renaissance patterns and an abundant use of motifs like anchors, birds, branches, crosses, hearts and snakes.

Period: ca. 1830
  -  (events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era)

Source of inspiration: Symbolism (for snake and anchor)

Theme: snake, anchor and bow

Material: Silver on top and backed with 18K red gold (on bow) and 14K yellow gold (on anchor) (see explanation on silver on gold).
  -  (more info on precious metals)

Technique: The rose cuts and the cabochon garnet are set on foil. This is a special technique that was used to bring the lustre of the diamonds to its best quality.

Extra information: Anchor - In heraldry an anchor frequently appears on the flags and coats of arms of institutions involved with the sea, both naval and commercial, as well as of port cities and seacoast regions and provinces in various countries. There also exists in heraldry the "Anchored Cross", or Mariner's Cross, a stylized cross in the shape of an anchor. The symbol can be used to signify 'fresh start' or 'hope'. The New Testament refers to the Christian's hope as "an anchor of the soul" (Hebrews 6:19). In 1887, the Delta Gamma Fraternity adopted the anchor as its badge to signify hope. (from Wikipedia).

Snakes and serpents - Serpent is a word of Latin origin (from serpens, serpentis "something that creeps, snake", deriving from the greek word "erpo" and "erpeto", crawl and serpent) that is commonly used in a specifically mythic or religious context, signifying a snake that is to be regarded not as a mundane natural phenomenon nor as an object of scientific zoology, but as the bearer of some potent symbolic value.

The serpent is one of the oldest and most widespread mythological symbols. Considerable overlap exists in the symbolic values that serpents represent in various cultures. Some such overlap is due to the common historical ancestry of contemporary symbols. Much of the overlap, however, is traceable to the common biological characteristics of snakes.

In some instances, serpents serve as positive symbols with whom it is possible to identify or to sympathize; in other instances, serpents serve as negative symbols, representing opponents or antagonists of figures or principles with which it is possible to identify. Serpents also appear as ambivalent figures, neither wholly positive nor wholly negative in valence. An example of a serpent used as a positive symbol is Mucalinda, the king of snakes who shielded the Buddha from the elements as the Buddha sat in meditation. An example of a serpent used as a negative symbol is the snake who tempted Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden, as described in the Book of Genesis. (From: Wikipedia)

Diamond(s): One old European cut diamond (just below garnet) with an estimated weight of ± 0.32ct. (colour and clarity: H/I, vs/si).
Three old European cut diamond (one in pendant upper loop ring and two in cross bar just above garnet) with an estimated weight of ± 0.24ct. (colour and clarity: H/J, vs/si).
86 rose cut diamonds. We do not have the weight of the diamonds which is normal in our trade when it comes to rose cuts.
- All diamond weights, color grades and clarity are approximate since the stones were not removed from their mounts to preserve the integrity of the setting.

Total diamond weight: approx. 0.56 crt. (without the rose cut diamonds)

Precious stones: One cabochon garnet
Two rubies (for the eyes)

Birthstones: Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April, garnet for January and ruby for July.
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Hallmarks: Illegible remains.
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Dimensions: total height 6,90 cm (2,72 inch), height just as pendant 5,10 cm (2,01 inch)

Weight: 29,60 gram (19,03 dwt)

Reference Nº: 16196-00110

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A flower that responds to your every movement: this diamond brooch, dating from circa 1840, brings the Romantic fascination with nature to life. Its largest bloom trembles gently above curving stems and pointed leaves, catching the light across an old mine cut diamond and a hundred rose-cut companions. Two substantial pear-shaped diamonds lend further distinction to this graceful branch, where botanical form becomes a small, sparkling performance.

Jewellery type: Diamond floral spray brooch with a trembleuse flower head.

Condition: Very good condition with wear consistent with age. The brooch fitting is a later addition, and the brooch has subsequently been rhodium-plated throughout.

Country of origin: unknown

Style: Romanticism, expressed through a naturalistic floral spray with curving stems, pointed leaves and a prominent open bloom. The asymmetrical composition and softly articulated flower capture the period's delight in nature.

Period: circa 1840.

Source of inspiration: Nature.

Theme: A flowering branch with leaves and buds.

Material: 18K red gold-backed silver, touchstone tested. The later rhodium coating gives the entire brooch a white appearance and conceals the original colour contrast between the silver front and red gold back.

Technique: En tremblant construction: the large flower is mounted to quiver gently with the wearer's movements, animating the diamond-set bloom independently of the surrounding spray.

Diamonds: One central old mine cut diamond with an estimated weight of 0.50 carats, H–J colour and I clarity.

A further 100 rose-cut diamonds, including two substantial pear-shaped examples.

The diamond weight, its colour and clarity are approximate, as the stone was assessed in its setting and was not removed for grading or weighing.

Total diamond weight: Approximately 0.50 carats, excluding the 100 rose-cut diamonds.

Rose-cut diamonds are traditionally described by number rather than by estimated weight, colour or clarity. Their irregular proportions, often compounded by closed settings, make reliable weight estimation and standard grading impracticable while mounted.

We individually screened every diamond in this brooch using the EXA Natural Diamond Detector developed by Magilabs; each test returned a natural-diamond result.

Traditional gemstone associations: Diamonds are traditionally associated with April and symbolise enduring love.

Hallmarks: No trace of hallmarks was found.

Dimensions: 69.7 × 42.3 mm (2.74 × 1.67 in). See photograph with a millimetre scale.

Weight: 17.9 g

Adin Reference Nº: 26260-00077

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These long Rococo pendant earrings, made in the Southern Netherlands around 1750, combine airy gold openwork with the pale glimmer of diamonds. Eight table-cut diamonds form the principal accents, surrounded by 48 rose-cut diamonds and senailles, their irregular facets lending a soft, candlelit brilliance. Imagine wearing earrings made some 275 years ago, still preserved in such remarkable condition. Their elongated construction moves gracefully when worn, while the closed-back settings and delicate scrollwork retain the refinement and character of mid-18th-century craftsmanship.

Jewellery Type
long pendant earrings

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
Probably Southern Netherlandish, possibly Flemish or Brabant. Although no identifiable assay or control marks are present, the construction, openwork design and use of gold suggest an origin in the Southern Netherlands.

Style
Rococo jewellery - This 18th-century style developed in France around 1730, following the Baroque, and remained influential until circa 1770. It is characterised by light, ornamental compositions, often incorporating asymmetrical openwork, rocaille forms, C and S scrolls, ribbon bows, flowers, foliage and tendrils. In jewellery, diamonds were frequently set in silver to emphasise their whiteness, while gold was used for the underlying construction and decorative openwork.

Developed under Louis XV and associated with French court culture, aristocratic salons and patrons such as Madame de Pompadour, Rococo spread to Italy, Germany and Austria, and to a lesser extent to England. Compared with the symmetry and grandeur of the Baroque, it is generally lighter, more intimate, playful and ornamental.
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Period
circa 1750
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Material 14K
red gold gold and details in silver (touchstone tested)
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Technique
The diamonds are mounted in closed-back settings, many of them probably over foil, a technique used to enhance their brilliance and reflect light through the stones.

Diamonds
Eight table-cut diamonds.
48 rose-cut diamonds and senailles . A senaille is a simplified rose-cut diamond, usually consisting of a small diamond chip with only a few polished facets.
The weights of these early-cut diamonds are not known, which is customary in the antique jewellery trade because their irregular shapes and closed-back settings prevent reliable measurement without removing them from the jewel.

Total diamond count
56 pcs.

All diamonds in our antique and vintage jewellery, regardless of size or shape, are verified by the IJGC laboratory as natural.

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April.
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Hallmarks
Bearing an as yet unidentified maker’s mark in the form of a solid pellet above the capital letter D within a vertical rectangular punch. No identifiable assay or control marks are present.
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Dimensions
height 8,73 cm (3,44 inch)
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Weight
17,70 gram (11,38 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
26147-00053

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Antique jewelry object group
brooch

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
unknown

Style
Victorian - Victorian decorative arts refers to the style of decorative arts during the Victorian era. The Victorian era is known for its eclectic revival and interpretation of historic styles and the introduction of cross-cultural influences from the middle east and Asia in furniture, fittings, and Interior decoration. Victorian design is widely viewed as having indulged in a regrettable excess of ornament. The Arts and Crafts movement, the aesthetic movement, Anglo-Japanese style, and Art Nouveau style have their beginnings in the late Victorian era.
See also: Victorian
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Style specifics
The Late or Aesthetic Victorian Period - Experts divide the reign of Queen Victoria, also called The Victorian era (1837-1901) into three periods of about twenty years each; The Romantic Victorian Period (1837 - 1860), The Grand Victorian Period (1860 - 1880), and the Late or Aesthetic Victorian Period (1880 - 1901).

We consider this to be of The Late or Aesthetic Victorian Period.

Jewelry of this period is changing back from heavy to more smaller, romantic pieces with often whimsical motifs. Jewelers using diamonds and bright gemstones in elaborated and fine feminine pieces.

Period
ca. 1880
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Source of inspiration
Mother Nature

Theme
shell

Material
18K yellow gold (touchstone tested)
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Diamonds
25 rose cut diamonds . We do not have the weight of the diamonds which is normal in our trade when it comes to rose cuts.
All diamonds we offer are screened by the I.J.G.C. for whether they are natural or synthetic, and all diamonds in this jewel are 100% guaranteed to be natural.

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April.
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Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
height 2,95 cm (1,16 inch)
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Weight
9,20 gram (5,92 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
23046-00125

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An exquisite circa 1960 vintage pendant, exuding the essence of a burning flame, elegantly fashioned in platinum. It showcases 43 brilliant and baguette cut diamonds, aggregating approximately 3.04 carats, paired with a lustrous cabochon fire opal of an estimated 1.70 carats. A versatile piece, it can be adorned with the opal poised gracefully either at the summit or the base, adapting seamlessly to the wearer's preference. This pendant, whose country of origin remains a mystery, encapsulates the fervour and craftsmanship of its era, reflecting very good condition throughout.

Antique jewelry object group: pendant (can be worn in two directions, with fire opal on top or at the bottom)

Condition: very good condition
  -  (more info on our condition scale)

Country of origin: unknown

Style: Vintage
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Period: ca. 1960
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Theme: burning flame

Material: platinum (touchstone tested)
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Diamond(s): 21 brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 1.34ct.
22 baguette (long rectangular) cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 1.70ct.

Total diamond count: 43 pcs.

Total diamond weight: approx. 3.04 crt. with an average colour and clarity: E/G, vvs/vs.

- All diamond weights, color grades and clarity are approximate since stones are not removed from their mounts to preserve the integrity of the setting.

- All diamonds we offer are screened by the IJGC - lab (www.ijgc-worldwide.com ) for whether they are natural or synthetic, and all diamonds in this jewel are 100% guaranteed to be natural.

Precious stones: One cabochon fire opal with an estimated weight of ± 1.70ct.

- All color stone weights are approximate since stones are not removed from their mounts to preserve the integrity of the setting.

- It is a very common practice to treat gemstones to intensify their clarity or colour. The item in question has not been tested in this regard.

Birthstones: Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April and opal for October.
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Hallmarks: no trace
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Dimensions: length 5,60 cm (2,20 inch) - See picture with a ruler in cm and inches

Weight: 13,00 gram (8,36 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº: 21028-00244

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An unmistakably Deco piece from the 1920s, this platinum bracelet brings together bold geometry and quiet craftsmanship. Its central trio of old-cut diamonds (approx. 2.90ct total) is framed by polished onyx and over a hundred rose-cut diamonds, arranged with confident symmetry. The fine engraving along both sides is a subtle nod to the masterful hands behind every detail, from the design sketch to the goldsmithing, setting, and finish. On the wrist, it feels sculptural yet refined: modern in line, timeless in spirit.

Jewellery type
Antique bracelet (also known as estate jewelry in some parts of the world).

Condition
Very good condition
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Country of origin
Unknown. Despite careful examination, no hallmarks or distinctive features could be identified that would allow us to attribute this jewel to a specific country. Its materials and construction, however, do allow us to confidently date it to around 1920.

Style
Art Deco – An eclectic and decorative style that emerged in Paris during the early 20th century. It gained international popularity in the 1920s and 1930s, known for its bold geometry, rich materials, and modern flair.
See also: Art Deco, more info on styles

Style specifics
Abstract motifs and geometric forms are typical for the Art Deco period. Influences from movements such as Cubism, Futurism, and Constructivism shaped its clean lines and dynamic compositions.

Period
Ca. 1920
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Material
Platinum (touchstone tested), more info on precious metals

Precious stones
• 1 old brilliant cut diamond, estimated weight approx. 1.30 carat (colour and clarity: J/K, SI)
• 2 old brilliant cut diamonds, estimated total weight approx. 0.70 carat (colour and clarity: H/J, VS/I)
• 28 old brilliant cut diamonds, estimated total weight approx. 0.90 carat (colour and clarity: H/J, SI/I)
• 132 rose-cut diamonds (not included in weight calculation)
• 24 onyx inserts, precision-cut to fit the platinum design

Total number of diamonds (excluding the 132 rose cuts): 31
Estimated total weight (excluding the 132 rose cuts): approx. 2.90 carat (average colour and clarity: H/J, SI/I)

Weight, colour and clarity were assessed while the stones remained set, in order to maintain the jewel’s original condition. The values given should therefore be considered expert approximations.

Every diamond in our antique and vintage jewellery has been examined and confirmed as 100% natural by the IJGC laboratory.

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April and onyx for July . more info on birthstones

Engraving
Both sides of the bracelet are skilfully hand-engraved with a decorative motif typical of the period.

Hallmarks
No hallmarks present. The bracelet was carefully examined, but no visible or legible marks could be identified. In our practice, it is not uncommon to encounter jewellery without hallmarks. For this reason, all pieces are tested with the touchstone, even when hallmarks are present. more info on hallmarks

Dimensions
Length 17.00 cm (6.69 inch), widest part of the bracelet 1.65 cm (0.65 inch)
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Weight
19.40 gram (12.47 dwt)

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Adin Reference Nº
24323-00290

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A vintage silver cross pendant from around 1750 showcases the ornate Rococo design. Adorned with fifteen rose cut diamonds and senailles, each diamond is set to emphasise its radiance. Uniquely, the reverse side is treated with fire-gilding, a historic technique intended to prevent tarnishing against skin and fabric, highlighting the piece’s practical and artistic heritage. This pendant is a testament to the sophisticated artistry of the mid-18th century, presenting a piece that resonates with the elegance and charm valued by aficionados of antique jewellery.

Antique jewelry object group
cross pendant

Condition
In very good condition, considering its age
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Country of origin
unknown

Style
Rococo - Rococo (less commonly roccoco) also referred to as "Late Baroque" is an 18th century style which developed as Baroque artists gave up their symmetry and became increasingly more ornate, florid, and playful. Rococo rooms were designed as total works of art with elegant and ornate furniture, small sculptures, ornamental mirrors, and tapestry complementing architecture, reliefs, and wall paintings. It was largely supplanted by the Neoclassic style. In 1835 the Dictionary of the French Academy stated that the word Rococo "usually covers the kind of ornament, style and design associated with Louis XV's reign and the beginning of that of Louis XVI". It includes therefore, all types of art produced around the middle of the 18th century in France.
See also: Rococo
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Style specifics
Rococo is a style of decoration that followed, c.1730, the baroque style in France (where it was also called rocaille), the principal features of which are asymmetry of ornament and a repertoire consisting to a considerable extent of rockwork, shells, flowers, foliage, and scrollwork. It was developed in France under Louis XV, 1715-74, and spread to Italy, Germany, and Austria and to a lesser extent to England.

Period
ca. 1750
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Source of inspiration
Christianity

Theme
Cross - The cross is one of the most ancient human symbols, and is used by many religions, such as Christianity. It is frequently a representation of the division of the world into four elements (or cardinal points), or alternately as the union of the concepts of divinity, the vertical line, and the world, the horizontal line. (from: Wikipedia)

Material
Silver with gilded back
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Technique
The rose cuts are set on foil. This is a special technique that was used to bring the lustre of the diamonds to its best quality.

Extra information The reverse side of the centre of the cross is hand-engraved and, although not perfectly preserved, it is still evident that the reverse has been fire-gilded, an old technique no longer in use.

Diamonds
Fifteen rose cut diamonds and senailles . A senaille is a simplified rose cut diamond, a small diamond chip with perhaps a few polished facets. We do not have the weight of the rose cuts diamonds nor the senailles which is normal in our trade when it comes to rose cut diamonds and senailles.
All diamonds we offer are screened by the I.J.G.C. for whether they are natural or synthetic, and all diamonds in this jewel are 100% guaranteed to be natural.

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April.
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Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
4,91 cm (1,93 inch) x 3,75 cm (1,48 inch)
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Weight
11,20 gram (7,20 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
24121-00345

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A refined Art Deco engagement ring from around 1930, centred by an old brilliant cut diamond of approximately 0.20 ct. Its geometric white gold head is enlivened by four deep blue lab produced sapphires, set within an openworked design of crisp lines, soft curves and finely pierced detail. Small in scale, yet full of period character, it carries the elegance and optimism of the late Jazz Age.

Jewellery Type
engagement ring (or anniversary ring)

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
unknown

Style
Art Deco - An influential design style that emerged in Paris in the early 20th century and flourished during the 1920s and 1930s. In jewellery, Art Deco is known for its elegance, geometry, symmetry and modern sense of glamour.
See also: Art Deco
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Style specifics
Abstract motifs and geometrical forms are typical of the Art Deco period. The style moved away from the soft, organic lines of Art Nouveau and embraced a sharper visual language influenced by modern design, architecture and the decorative arts.

Period
ca. 1930
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Material 18K
white gold (touchstone tested)
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Diamonds
One old brilliant cut with an approximate total weight of 0.20ct colour and clarity G/I, vvs/si
- Any diamond weights, colour grades, and clarity stated are approximate unless otherwise noted, as diamonds are not removed from their settings in order to preserve the integrity of the piece.

- All diamonds in our antique and vintage jewellery, regardless of size or shape, are verified by the IJGC laboratory as natural.

Precious stones
Four sapphires (lab produced) (also called verneuil sapphire).

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April and sapphire for September.
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Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
width across the ring head 1,15 cm (0,45 inch)
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Weight
2,30 gram (1,48 dwt)

Ring size Continental EU: 57 & 18¼ , Size USA: 8 , Size UK: P½

Resizing
Free resizing (only for extreme resizing we have to charge).
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Adin Reference Nº
26127-00190

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This remarkable 16th/17th-century diamond cluster ring captivates with its historical charm and intricate craftsmanship. Likely of northwestern European origin, it features nine table-cut rose diamonds set on foil, reflecting the early advancements in diamond cutting during the late 16th and early 17th centuries. The table cut, one of the first faceting techniques developed, is time-specific to this era and a key feature in jewellery from this period. The ring’s design embodies the spirit of its time, while the shank raises intriguing questions about whether it was born with the ring or replaced later in its long life. In the description below, we delve into the arguments surrounding this. Imagine owning and wearing a jewel that has endured for 400 years, carrying with it centuries of untold stories and moments in history.

Antique jewelry object group
diamond cluster ring

Condition
good condition
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Country of origin
Although it does not carry any legible control marks we believe this to be of northwestern European origin (Dutch/Belgian)

Style
This ring exemplifies the stylistic essence of circa 1600, capturing the transitional zeitgeist of the time. While it doesn’t strictly belong to the Baroque or Renaissance movements, its design reflects the artistic trends and craftsmanship of that era. The piece resonates with the spirit of its time, blending elements from both periods without being distinctly tied to either.

The top part of the ring, dating to around 1600, showcases a use of stones that strongly links it to the era. However, it remains difficult to classify it as purely Baroque or Renaissance in style. Interestingly, the bottom part (shank) of the ring may be from a slightly later period, though this is not definitive. The hallmarks found on the shank provide further clues, suggesting the possibility of different timelines for the ring’s components, adding to its intrigue and historical depth.

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Period
ca. 1600
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Material 18K
yellow gold (touchstone tested)
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Technique
The rose cuts are set on foil. This is a special technique that was used to bring the lustre of the diamonds to its best quality.

Extra information
As mentioned above, we cannot say with 100% certainty that the shank (also known as the band of the ring) originally belongs with the top part. It is not uncommon for the band to be replaced over time, and in this case, the gold color of the shank appears slightly more yellow compared to the reddish hue of the top part. However, this does not provide definite proof either, as the original goldsmith could have intended such a contrast. We will delve deeper into this in the section on the hallmarks.

Diamonds
Nine table cut rose cut diamonds. We do not have the weight of the diamonds which is normal in our trade when it comes to rose cuts.

- All diamonds, regardless of their size or shape, in our vintage and antique jewellery are verified as 100% natural by the IJGC laboratory.

- We do not sell lab-grown (synthetic) diamonds.

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April.
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The hallmarks present on the shank include:

- A cornucopia (horn of plenty), used in the Southern Netherlands from 1815 to 1832, specifically for small gold works without attachments.
- A small Gothic "r," indicating a Belgian re-mark after 1830, applied to jewellery that was already in circulation before being submitted for re-inspection.
- An "L" with wavy lines above it, which stylistically suggests an 18th-century or potentially much earlier origin.

These hallmarks on the shank suggest a later date than the setting style and the use of table-cut rose diamonds would indicate. All of these marks are found (not unusually) only on the shank and not on the top part, so the assumption that the top part is older than the shank remains plausible.
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Dimensions
band width top of ring 1,47 cm (0,58 inch)
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Weight
3,70 gram (2,38 dwt)

Ring size Continental EU: 59 & 18¾ , Size USA: 8¾ , Size UK: R

Resizing
Free resizing (only for extreme resizing we have to charge).
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Adin Reference Nº
24278-00234

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This remarkable Victorian creation, circa 1870, offers a versatile transformation from two bracelets into a captivating dog-collar necklace. Crafted in 18K red gold with silver details, the piece showcases a dazzling display of 173 diamonds. The ornate bracelet features seven old mine brilliant-cut diamonds, totalling approximately 1.50 carats, alongside 110 rose-cut diamonds and senailles. The unadorned bracelet adds another 56 rose-cut diamonds and senailles, all harmoniously arranged to evoke the grandeur of the Grand Victorian period. This jewel offers the wearer the freedom to style it as a striking necklace or as two elegant bracelets, blending opulence and adaptability with ease. A true conversation piece, it is a testament to 19th-century craftsmanship and destined to captivate collectors and enthusiasts alike.

Antique jewelry object group
Two bracelets that seamlessly transform into a versatile dog-collar necklace.

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
unknown

Style
Victorian - Victorian decorative arts refers to the style of decorative arts during the Victorian era. The Victorian era is known for its eclectic revival and interpretation of historic styles and the introduction of cross-cultural influences from the middle east and Asia in furniture, fittings, and Interior decoration. Victorian design is widely viewed as having indulged in a regrettable excess of ornament. The Arts and Crafts movement, the aesthetic movement, Anglo-Japanese style, and Art Nouveau style have their beginnings in the late Victorian era.
See also: Victorian
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Style specifics
The Grand Victorian Period - Experts divide the reign of Queen Victoria, also called The Victorian era (1837 - 1901) into three periods of about twenty years each; The Romantic Victorian Period (1837 - 1860), The Grand Victorian Period (1860 - 1880), and the Late or Aesthetic Victorian Period (1880 - 1901).

We consider this to be of the Grand Victorian Period.

This second Victorian period is famous for its ostentatious pieces set with pearls and diamonds (from South Africa). From ca. 1850 wealthy English had reported about jewelry from India and Japan, which heavily inspired the jewelers of this period. This period also corresponds with the death of Queen Victoria's husband King Albert making mourning jewelry (set with heavy dark stones) the type of jewelry specific for this period.

Period
ca. 1870
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Material 18K
red gogold ld and details in silver (touchstone tested)
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Diamonds ornated bracelet
seven old mine brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 1.50ct colour and clarity G/J, vs/si
110 rose cut diamonds and senailles . A senaille is a simplified rose cut diamond, a small diamond chip with perhaps a few polished facets. We do not have the weight of the rose cuts diamonds nor the senailles which is normal in our trade when it comes to rose cut diamonds and senailles.

Diamonds unadorned bracelet
56 rose cut diamonds and senailles . A senaille is a simplified rose cut diamond, a small diamond chip with perhaps a few polished facets. We do not have the weight of the rose cuts diamonds nor the senailles which is normal in our trade when it comes to rose cut diamonds and senailles.

Total diamond count with both old brilliant cut diamonds and rose cut diamonds:
173 pcs.

- When we provide weights, colour grades, and clarity of diamonds, these are approximate unless otherwise stated, as we do not remove diamonds from their settings to preserve the integrity of the piece.

- All diamonds, regardless of their size or shape, in our vintage and antique jewellery are verified as 100% natural by the IJGC laboratory.

- We do not sell lab-grown (synthetic) diamonds.

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April.
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Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
total length necklace 36,00 cm (14,17 inch), the two bracelets each 18,00 cm (7,09 inch), width large center piece 1,02 cm (0,40 inch), width rest of bracelets 0,28 cm (0,11 inch)
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Weight
21,40 gram (13,76 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
24351-00130

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An exquisite Art Deco bar brooch, circa 1920, encapsulates the era's zest for elegance and modernity. Crafted in 18K white gold, this piece features 56 single brilliant cut diamonds, complemented by 16 pieces of onyx, embodying the period's iconic geometric aesthetic. A celebration of the Roaring Twenties' glamour, the brooch reflects a time when design was not only decorative but a statement of advancement and style. Its condition speaks to the care with which it has been kept, making it a timeless treasure for any collector.

Antique jewelry object group
bar brooch

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
unknown

Style
Art Deco - Art Deco is an eclectic artistic and design style which had its origins in Paris in the first decades of the 20th century. The style originated in the 1920s and continued to be employed until after World War II. The term "art deco" first saw wide use after an exhibition in 1966, referring to the 1925 Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes that was the culmination of high-end style modern in Paris. Led by the best designers in the decorative arts such as fashion, and interior design, Art Deco affected all areas of design throughout the 1920s and 1930s, including architecture and industrial design, as well as the visual arts such as painting, the graphic arts and film. At the time, this style was seen as elegant, glamorous, functional and modern.
See also: Art Deco
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Style specifics
Abstract motives and geometrical forms are quite typical for the Art Deco period. Art Deco moved away from the soft pastels and organic forms of its style predecessor, Art Nouveau, and embraced influences from many different styles and movements of the early 20th century, including Neoclassical, Constructivism, Cubism, Modernism, and Futurism. Its popularity peaked in Europe during the Roaring Twenties and continued strongly in the United States through the 1930s. Although many design movements have political or philosophical roots or intentions, Art Deco was purely decorative.

Period
ca. 1920
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Material
18K white gold (touchstone tested)
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Diamonds
56 single brilliant cut diamonds (also called 8/8) with an estimated weight of ± 1.65ct colour and clarity G/J, vs/i

All diamond weights, color grades and clarity are approximate since stones are not removed from their mounts to preserve the integrity of the setting.
All diamonds we offer are screened by the I.J.G.C. for whether they are natural or synthetic, and all diamonds in this jewel are 100% guaranteed to be natural.

Precious stones
16 onyx

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April and onyx for July.
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Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
width 9,96 cm (3,92 inch)
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Weight
4,90 gram (3,15 dwt)


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Adin Reference Nº
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A splendid example of Baroque artistry, this circa 1700 pendant exudes the era's characteristic dynamism and rich ornamentation. Originating from Belgium, its design is infused with the profound influence of Christianity, encapsulated in its central theme of the cross. Crafted in 14K yellow gold, the pendant features six table cut rose diamonds, set upon foil to enhance their brilliance—a testament to the ingenious techniques of the period. Its harmonious symmetry contrasts the later Rococo asymmetry, reflecting a deep reverence for classical forms and the intricate balance of the divine and the worldly.

Antique jewelry object group
pendant

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
Although it does not carry any legible control marks we believe this to be of Belgian origin.

Style
Baroque - Baroque is an artistic style prevalent from the late 16th century to the early 18th century in Europe. It is most often defined as "the dominant style of art in Europe between the Mannerist and Rococo eras, a style characterized by dynamic movement, overt emotion and self-confident rhetoric".
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Style specifics
Baroque is a style in art and decoration that developed shortly before 1600 and remained current in Europe until the emergence of the Rococo style c.1730. It was started in Italy, and spread to Germany, Austria, the Low Countries, and Spain and Portugal, with only a somewhat severely classical version being popular in France under Louis XIV. The style was a development of the Renaissance style and is characterized by lively, curved, and exuberant forms, by vigorous movement, and by rich ornament, based on classical sources, being symmetrical as distinguished from the asymmetry of the following Rococo style.

Period
ca. 1700
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Source of inspiration
Christianity

Theme
Cross - The cross is one of the most ancient human symbols, and is used by many religions, such as Christianity. It is frequently a representation of the division of the world into four elements (or cardinal points), or alternately as the union of the concepts of divinity, the vertical line, and the world, the horizontal line. (from: Wikipedia)

Material
14K yellow gold (touchstone tested)
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Technique
The rose cuts are set on foil. This is a special technique that was used to bring the lustre of the diamonds to its best quality.

Diamonds
Six table cut rose cut diamonds . We do not have the weight of the diamonds which is normal in our trade when it comes to rose cuts.
All diamonds we offer are screened by the I.J.G.C. for whether they are natural or synthetic, and all diamonds in this jewel are 100% guaranteed to be natural.

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April.
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Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
height 4,16 cm (1,64 inch)
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Weight
4,50 gram (2,89 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
23156-00267

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Crafted around 1950, this platinum pendant captures the elegance of mid-century design with a nod to Art Deco symmetry. A central old European cut diamond of approx. 1.50ct is framed by a scalloped cluster of antique stones, suspended beneath a second diamond in clean bezel setting. The structure is precise yet refined, allowing the diamonds to command attention without excess. Understated, timeless, and quietly luxurious.

Antique jewelry object group: diamond cluster pendant on platinum chain

Condition: excellent condition
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Style: Although most people would call this style Art Deco it is more considered to be a product of the fifties of the Twentieth Century. Strongly influenced by Art Deco but also by the Retro style. That to most people this is Art Deco is no coincidence as both Retro style and Fifties style are the style successors of Art Deco. or more info on styles

Style specifics: This type of jewelry is very specific for the fifties of the twentieth century. The Art Deco period preceded only 20 years and was still used as source of inspiration, it is (even for the trained eye) sometimes very hard to note the difference between Art Deco and Fifties.

Period: ca. 1950
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Material: platinum (touchstone tested)
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Diamond(s): One old European cut diamond with an estimated weight of ± 1.50ct. (colour and clarity: H/I, vs/si).
One old European cut diamond with an estimated weight of ± 1.35ct. (colour and clarity: F/G, si).
Ten old European cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 1.44ct. (colour and clarity: F/J, vs/i).
Total diamond count: 12 pcs.

Total diamond weight: approx. 4.29 crt.

- All diamond weights, color grades and clarity are approximate since stones are not removed from their mounts to preserve the integrity of the setting. Also we have all diamonds screened by the IJGC - lab (www.ijgc-worldwide.com) for whether they are natural or synthetic, and all diamonds in this jewel are 100% guaranteed to be natural!

Birthstones: Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April.
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Hallmarks: No trace.
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Dimensions: height pendant 2,90 cm (1,14 inch), total length necklace 41,00 cm (16,14 inch) - See picture with a ruler in cm and inches

Weight: 7,90 gram (5,08 dwt)

Reference Nº: 19312-00104

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