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Circa 1900, a Victorian dragonfly brooch in 18 carat red gold with silver topped wings, lavishly set with a scatter of old cut and rose cut diamonds. A vivid sapphire forms the body, with two small rubies picked out as eyes, and fine openwork gives the wings a light, floating look despite the sparkle. It sits neatly on the collar or lapel, catching light with every turn, a tiny creature of evening air made in precious materials.

Jewellery Type
brooch

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
Although the jewel bears French hallmarks, its exact origin is unknown. For an explanation, see the section on hallmarks.

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. 1900
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Source of inspiration
Mother Nature

Theme
Dragonflies in cultures - In Europe, dragonflies have often been seen as sinister. Some English vernacular names, such as "devil's darning needle" and "ear cutter", link them with evil or injury. A Romanian folk tale says that the dragonfly was once a horse possessed by the devil. Swedish folklore holds that the devil uses dragonflies to weigh people's souls. The Norwegian name for dragonflies is "Øyenstikker", which literally means eye-poker and in Portugal they are sometimes called "tira-olhos" (eye-snatcher).

They are often associated with snakes, as in the Welsh name gwas-y-neidr, "adder's servant". The Southern United States term "snake doctor" refers to a folk belief that dragonflies follow snakes around and stitch them back together if they are injured.

Images of dragonflies are common in Art Nouveau, especially in jewelry designs. They also appear in posters by modern artists such as Maeve Harris. They have also been used as a decorative motif on fabrics and home furnishings.

As a seasonal symbol in Japan, the dragonfly is associated with early and late summer and early autumn. More generally, in Japan dragonflies are symbols of courage, strength, and happiness, and they often appear in art and literature, especially haiku. The love for dragonflies is reflected in the fact that there are traditional names for almost all of the 200 species of dragonflies found in and around Japan. (From: Wikipedia)

Material 18K
red gogold ld and details in silver (touchstone tested)
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Diamonds
Fifteen old brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 1.40ct colour and clarity H/L, vs/i
32 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.

- 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.

Precious stones
One sapphire with an estimated weight of ± 0.30ct
Two natural (?) rubies
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, sapphire for September and ruby for July.
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Hallmarks
Although it carries typical French control marks representing a swan and an owl , we cannot be sure it is actually French as the owl was also used for items in finished condition that were brought to be examined by the French Assay office (the eagle’s head was used for items brought in unfinished).
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Dimensions
3,83 cm (1,51 inch) x 3,24 cm (1,28 inch)
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Weight
8,20 gram (5,27 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
26050-00268

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A splendid Late Victorian toi et moi ring, celebrating the timeless symbol of "you and me." Crafted circa 1890, this design exemplifies the romantic allure of the era. Two old brilliant-cut diamonds, totalling approximately 1.67 carats (H/J colour, VS clarity), are surrounded by a further ten old mine-cut diamonds of 0.90 carats (H/K colour, VS/I clarity), bringing the total diamond weight to an impressive 2.57 carats. Set in 18K red gold with platinum accents, the gentle curve of the setting and intricate craftsmanship evoke whispers of enduring love, making it a precious heirloom and a poetic testament to Victorian romance.

Antique jewelry object group
engagement ring (or anniversary ring)

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
unknown

Style
Late-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: late-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. 1890
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Source of inspiration
Love and romance

Theme
Toi et Moi ring - The French call this shape of rings "Toi et Moi" which means "You and me".

Material 18K
red gold and details in platinum (touchstone tested)
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Diamonds
Two old brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 1.67ct colour and clarity H/J, vs
Ten old mine brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 0.90ct colour and clarity H/K, vs/i

Total diamond count
Twelve pcs.

Total diamond weight
approx. 2.57 crt

- 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
band width top of ring 1,24 cm (0,49 inch)
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Weight
5,00 gram (3,21 dwt)

Ring size Continental EU: 55 & 17½ , Size USA: 7¼ , Size UK: O

Resizing
Free resizing (only for extreme resizing we have to charge).
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Adin Reference Nº
24320-00163

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This Georgian brooch-pendant, ca. 1830, exudes a silent poetry in 18K gold, its 61 rose-cut diamonds shimmering atop foil—a technique from a time when jewellery spoke of status and skill. The black enamel whispers of enduring elegance, the craftsmanship a tribute to ancient enamelling arts. Its origin remains a mystery, adding to its allure, and its condition is very good—a testament to its cherished past. The piece resonates with the deep heritage of a bygone era, echoing a richness that transcends time.

Antique jewelry object group
combined brooch-pendant

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
unknown

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

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.

Enamelling is an old and widely-adopted technology. The ancient Egyptians applied enamels to pottery and stone objects. The ancient Greeks, Celts, Russians, and Chinese also used enameling processes on metal objects. Enamel is the colorful result of fusing powdered glass to a substrate by firing, usually between 750 and 850 degrees Celsius. The powder melts and flows and hardens to a smooth, durable vitreous coating on metal, glass or ceramic. According to some sources, the word enamel comes from the High German word smelzan (to smelt) via the Old French esmail. Used as a noun, "an enamel" is a usually small decorative object, coated with enamel coating, such as a champlevé or a cloisonné (different techniques).

Diamonds
61 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 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
width 3,83 cm (1,51 inch), height as pendant 8,60 cm (3,39 inch), height as brooch 7,08 cm (2,79 inch)
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Weight
29,80 gram (19,16 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
21077-00159

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An heirloom of the Belle Époque, this ca. 1910 brooch-pendant on chain glistens with history, its 110 old mine brilliant cut diamonds totalling approximately 8.14 carats. Fashioned from platinum it epitomises the era's opulence, its design inspired by the elegance of ribbon bows. The ingenuity of its convertible design, transforming from brooch to pendant, speaks of a time when innovation met beauty. Though its origins are cloaked in mystery, the piece is a palpable echo of the 'Beautiful Era', a time capsule of splendour and the zenith of craftsmanship.

Antique jewelry object group
combined brooch-pendant on chain

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
unknown

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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Style specifics
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.

Source of inspiration
ribbon bows

Material
platinum and 18K yellow gold (touchstone tested)
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Technique
At the back of this jewel there is an ingenious screw system which allows you to simply change it from brooch to pendant on necklace and visa versa.

Diamonds
Two old mine brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 1.45ct
Eight old mine brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 1.92ct
100 old mine brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 4.77ct


Total diamond count
110 pcs.

Total diamond weight
approx. 8.14 crt with an average colour and clarity F/J, 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.
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Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
brooch/pendant 4,70 cm (1,85 inch) x 6,00 cm (2,36 inch) length necklace 43
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Weight
20,40 gram (13,12 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
22152-00220

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Step into the captivating world of the 1920s with this magnificent Art Deco choker. A testament to the Art Deco era's elegance, it features an array of 345 exquisite diamonds totalling approximately 15.81 carats including the central diamond, a pear-shaped old mine cut diamond of about 1.25 carats, creating a dazzling ensemble.

Not only does this jewel function as a necklace, in true Roaring Twenties fashion it also doubles as a spectacular headpiece.

This platinum masterpiece embodies the Art Deco style's geometric forms and bold design, capturing the glamour and sophistication of the Roaring Twenties. Without a doubt, this necklace is a stunning symbol of an era defined by opulence and modernity, ready to adorn those who appreciate the timeless allure of Art Deco craftsmanship.

Antique jewelry object group
dog collar necklace

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
platinum (touchstone tested)
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Extra information
This is what in our trade is called "a marriage". This means that parts of several jewels, somewhere in their life, where "married" together into this jewel.

Diamonds
One old mine cut pear-shape cut diamond with an estimated weight of ± 1.25ct colour and clarity M/N, vs/si
135 old mine brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 9.60ct colour and clarity F/J, vs/i
209 single brilliant cut diamonds (also called 8/8) with an estimated weight of ± 4.95ct colour and clarity E/H, vs/i

Total diamond count
345 pcs.

Total diamond weight
approx. 15.81 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.
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
total length 33,50 cm (13,19 inch), height center piece 3,72 cm (1,46 inch)
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Weight
50,90 gram (32,73 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
23023-00064

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A splendid example of Art Deco craftsmanship, this platinum engagement ring from around 1930 harmoniously blends tradition and modernity. Thirteen old European cut diamonds form a radiant halo around a grand pearl, each gemstone contributing to the ring's overall luminescence. The intricate design features swirls that evoke a sense of joy and elegance, while the pearl's rainbow glaze adds a touch of mystique. Perfectly capturing the transition from Art Deco to the Interbellum period, this ring is a testament to the era's fascination with geometric forms and the enduring allure of fine jewellery.

Antique jewelry object group: ring

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

Country of origin: unknown

Style: Between Art Deco and Interbellum - 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. The interwar period (1918–1939) is understood, within recent Western culture, to be the period between the end of the First World War and the beginning of the Second World War. This is also called the period between the wars or interbellum.
  -  See also: Art Deco and Interbellum or more info on styles

Style specifics: This is something between Art Deco and the Interbellum.
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.

The Interbellum is the period between the two World Wars and one can recognize a transition from the Art Deco style to the Retro style.

Period: ca. 1930
  -  (events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era)

Material: platinum
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Extra information: engagement ring - Especially in Western cultures, an engagement ring is a ring indicating the that the person wearing it is engaged to be married. In the United Kingdom, and North America, engagement rings are traditionally worn only by women, and rings can feature gemstones. In other cultures men and women usually wear matching rings, which can be plain. In some cultures, engagement rings are also used as wedding rings.

Conventionally, the woman's ring is presented as a betrothal gift by a man to his prospective spouse while he proposes marriage or directly after she accepts his marriage proposal. It represents a formal agreement to future marriage. Rings can be bought by the man, the couple together, or by each partner for the other.

In North America and the United Kingdom, it is worn on the left hand ring finger, while in Poland and Ukraine, it is customary for the ring to be worn on the right hand. In Germany, the ring is worn on the left hand while engaged, but moved to the right hand when married. Similar traditions purportedly date to classical times, dating back from an early usage reportedly referring to the fourth finger of the left hand as containing the vena amoris or "vein of love".

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.

In the 20th century, if he could afford it, the typical Western groom privately selected and purchased an engagement ring, which he then presented to his desired bride when he proposed marriage. More recently, couples frequently select an engagement ring together. (from Wikipedia)

Diamonds: 13 old European cut diamonds with a total estimated weight of approx. 1.82 crt. (approximate color and clarity H/I vs/si)
Note: 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. 1.82 crt.

Precious stones: One pearl
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Birthstones: Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April and pearl for June.
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Hallmarks: One hallmark "M" and another mark "P", we do not know what these marks stand for.
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Dimensions: diameter of top of ring 1,63 cm (0,64 inch)

Weight: 5,10 gram (3,28 dwt)

Ring size Continental: 51 & 16¼ , Size US 5½ , Size UK: K½

Resizing: Free resizing, but because of the the way the ring is made, we cannot guarantee to make it on every size; so please ask in advance (only for extreme resizing we have to charge).
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Reference Nº: 16046-00020

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Circa 1920, a pair of transitional late Belle Époque to early Art Deco drop earrings in platinum and 18ct yellow gold, each centred with an oval sapphire, together weighing approximately 12.40 carats, within a fine border of 58 diamonds and suspended from a diamond set terminal. The openwork backs and delicate millegraining keep the look light on the ear, yet the crisp oval frames hint at the decade to come.

Jewellery Type
earrings

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
unknown

Style
Transitional, late Belle Époque moving towards early Art Deco, roughly the 1910s to early 1920s. See also: Art Deco.

Belle Époque (French for “Beautiful Era”) is a retrospective label for European taste from the late nineteenth century up to 1914, often associated in jewellery with lightness, elegance, and a preference for refined sparkle that later gives way to early Art Deco geometry.
Overview of style periods: style periods

Style specifics
This piece sits between late Belle Époque and early Art Deco, combining Belle Époque lightness with the first clearer, more structured lines.

Belle Époque
In jewellery, Belle Époque design is typically airy and refined, often using platinum or platinum topped gold, with diamonds set in openwork and finished with very fine detailing, for example millegrain, garland and ribbon motifs, bows, and lace like effects.

Early Art Deco
Early Art Deco begins to favour stronger geometry and symmetry, sharper outlines, and clearer contrast, while keeping precious materials and meticulous workmanship. Typical cues include stepped forms, a more architectural layout, and precisely placed accent stones.

Period
ca. 1920
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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Diamonds
Two old mine brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 0.24ct
56 single brilliant cut diamonds (also called 8/8) with an estimated weight of ± 0.40ct

Total diamond count
58 pcs.

Total diamond weight
approx. 0.64 crt with an average colour and clarity F/H, vvs/si

- 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.

Precious stones
Two sapphires with an estimated weight of ± 12.40ct

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
3,00 cm (1,18 inch) x 1,76 cm (0,69 inch)
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Weight
6,30 gram (4,05 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
26007-00010

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Dating back to circa 1890, this exquisite Victorian ring is a symphony of romance and refinement. The piece is meticulously crafted in 18K red gold, adorned with 28 old brilliant cut diamonds that collectively weigh approximately 1.50ct. However, the true star is the central ruby, weighing around 0.50ct, which captivates with its vivid, sparkling pinkish-red hue. This natural, untreated gem embodies the heart and soul of the piece, bringing an air of warmth and passion. Symbolizing love and desire, the ruby’s natural beauty enhances the ring's intricate design, making it a timeless testament to the Victorian era's cherished artistry.

Antique jewelry object group
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.
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. 1890
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Material
18K red gold (touchstone tested)
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Diamonds
28 old brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 1.50ct 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.

Precious stones
One natural ruby with an estimated weight of ± 0.50ct
Colour: vivid sparkling transparant pinkish red
Treatment: most probably not treated (no indications of treatments found)
All color stone weights 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 and ruby for July.
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Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
top of ring 2,51 cm (0,99 inch) x 0,85 cm (0,33 inch)
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Weight
4,20 gram (2,70 dwt)

Ring size Continental EU: 53 & 17 , Size USA: 6¼ , Size UK: M

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Adin Reference Nº
22298-00136

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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
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Adin Reference Nº
26089-00331

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A charming Georgian ring from Belgium, made around 1830, set with seven rose cut diamonds in silver on red gold. Its gently graduating line and softly closed backs give it the quiet intimacy so often found in early nineteenth century jewels, while the foil behind the stones lends them a warm, subdued shimmer rather than a hard brilliance.

Jewellery Type
ring

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
Belgium

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. 1830-1840
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Material 18K
red gold gold and details in silver (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
Seven 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 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
The Belgian control mark for 18K gold representing a horse's head that was in use in Belgium between 1832 and 1869.
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Dimensions
band width top of ring 0,73 cm (0,29 inch)
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Weight
2,90 gram (1,86 dwt)

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

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Adin Reference Nº
26089-00392

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Crafted in the 1930s, this Art Deco ring exhibits a geometric elegance with its almost square shape and refined ajour detailing on the back, enhancing its allure. Featuring twelve old mine cut diamonds, collectively approximating 2.04ct, and a central emerald approximately 3.40ct, set in lustrous platinum. The meticulous craftsmanship and intricate details invite admiration, while the design embodies a cherished piece of history, reflecting the timeless allure of vintage jewellery.

Antique jewelry object group
ring

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.
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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) - the closure of the watch is in a non-precious metal which is normal for this type of watches
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Diamonds
Twelve old mine brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 2.04ct colour and clarity H/I, si/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
One emerald with an estimated weight of ± 3.40ct
Treatment: moderate oil
All color stone weights 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 and emerald for May.
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Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
top of ring 1,85 cm (0,73 inch) x 1,80 cm (0,71 inch)
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Weight
6,00 gram (3,86 dwt)

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

Resizing
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Adin Reference Nº
24110-00131

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A splendid Georgian brooch from around 1740, rendered in silver with an 18K gold clasp, showcases the grandeur favoured by the noblesse. It features sixty rose-cut diamonds, each meticulously set upon foil—a testament to the period's high craftsmanship standards. The drop pearl at its centre is a subtle nod to the dignified elegance of the era's well-to-do. Though its precise lineage is unknown, the brooch's opulence hints at a past steeped in grace and affluence.

Antique jewelry object group: brooch

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

Country of origin: unknown

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 or more info on styles

Period: ca. 1740
  -  (events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era)

Material: Silver (touchstone tested) - pin and closure at back is in 18K gold
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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.

Diamond(s): 60 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. 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!

Precious stones: One drop pearl

- All color stone weights 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 and pearl for June.
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Hallmarks: No trace.
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Dimensions: width 3,86 cm (1,52 inch) - See picture with a ruler in cm and inches

Weight: 10,50 gram (6,75 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº: 20169-00046

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In each of these French Boucheron Estate earclips from 1950, two 18K yellow gold squares with 24 brilliant cut diamonds scattered over both fields of platinum merge into one another. A millegrain rim unfolds into a double terrace to enframe the exuberant shimmer of the total of 3.60 carat weight in diamonds. These stunning jewels could be your highlight of experiencing true Parisian Fifties sophistication.

Antique jewelry object group: earrings clips

Condition: excellent condition
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Country of origin: France

Style: Fifties (of the twentieth century)
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Period: ca. 1950
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Material: platinum and 18K yellow gold
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Extra information: Boucheron - A leading French jewelry firm, founded in 1858 in the Palais Royal, Paris, by Frédéric Boucheron (1830-1902) and now having its main establishment at 26 Place VendOme, Paris, with branches in London and elsewhere. Frédéric Boucheron was succeeded by his son Louis (1874-1959), in turn succeeded by his son Gerard (b. 1910), whose son Alain (b. 1948) is now active in the business. The London office, established in 1907, is at 180 New Bond St. In 1960 the firm at the request of the Shah of Iran, set up in Tehran the display of the Royal Jewelry Collection. Boucheron is noted as a specialist in gems as well as a designer of luxury and medium-priced jewelry.

Diamond(s): 48 brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 3.60ct. (colour and clarity: G/J, vs/si). - 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. 3.60 crt.

Birthstones: Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April.
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Brand: Boucheron - Paris

Signature: Boucheron

Hallmarks: The French control marks representing an eagle’s head (that was in use in France from about 1838) next to the dog's head which is the official French hallmark for jewelry containing or made of platinum and that has been used since 1912.
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Dimensions: 3,10 cm (1,22 inch) x 2,00 cm (0,79 inch)

Weight: 21,30 gram (13,70 dwt)

Reference Nº: 16110-00082

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A striking pair of Art Deco cufflinks from the 1920s, each designed with a faceted rock crystal disc suspending a delicate floral cluster of rose cut diamonds and a central pearl. The contrast between crisp geometry and soft detail gives these vintage cufflinks a particularly refined character, while the clear crystal lends them a light, almost icy elegance typical of the period.

Jewellery Type
cufflinks

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
unknown

Style
Art Deco was a distinctive decorative style that emerged in Paris in the early 20th century and came to define much of the 1920s and 1930s. It left its mark on jewellery, architecture, fashion and the visual arts, and remains admired for its elegance, modern spirit and assured design.
See also: Art Deco
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Style specifics
Abstract motives and geometrical forms are typical of the Art Deco period. In jewellery, the style is known for its crisp lines, balanced geometry and elegant contrast, moving away from the flowing naturalism of Art Nouveau towards a more modern and decorative visual language.

Period
ca. 1920
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Material 18K
white gold (touchstone tested)
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Diamonds
60 rose cut diamonds. The weight of the diamonds is unknown, which is normal in the trade when it comes to rose cut diamonds.

- 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
Two rock crystal discs and two most probably natural seed pearls

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April and pearl for June.
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Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
diameter rock crystal 1,34 cm (0,53 inch)
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Weight
4,30 gram (2,76 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
26090-00265

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This Georgian diamond cross, a testament to antiquity and devotion, stands as a regal emblem of the early 18th century. Its meticulously arranged old table and rose cut diamonds, embedded with four senailles, reflect an era where craftsmanship met spiritual expression. The absence of hallmarks lends an air of mystery, inviting wonder about its journey through time. Embodying the Georgian style, synonymous with the reign of the British House of Hanover, this pendant transcends mere adornment, becoming a beacon of historical and religious resonance. Its creation, inspired by the universal symbol of the cross, encapsulates both the artistic and spiritual ethos of its time.

Antique jewelry object group
pendant

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
unknown

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.
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Period
ca. 1720
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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

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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.
Four 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 these diamonds which is normal in our trade when it comes to 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
height 5,20 cm (2,05 inch)
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Weight
6,90 gram (4,44 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
22332-00140

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This Georgian period 18K gold ring, circa 1780, is a beautiful example of intricate craftsmanship, with its graceful filigree and delicate granulation. The design features a softly curved rectangular plaque, framed by fine filigree and small granule "spider" motifs. The openwork filigree band transitions into a twisted wire pattern, adding texture and movement to the piece. Imagine wearing a ring of such top-tier quality, crafted over 200 years ago—a timeless treasure that embodies both sophistication and artistry.

Antique jewelry object group
ring

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
unknown

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.
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Period
ca. 1780
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Material 18K
yellow gold (touchstone tested)
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Technique
Granulation is a technique where the goldsmith uses very small balls (granules) of metal, which are not soldered to the piece but welded. This technique demand very high skills and precision from the maker. And filigree (formerly written filigrann or filigrane) which is a delicate kind of jewel work made with twisted threads usually of gold and silver or stitching of the same curving motifs. It often suggests lace and French from 1660 to the late 19th century. It should not be confused with ajoure jewellery work; while both have many open areas, filigree involves threads being soldered together to form an object and ajoure involves holes being punched, drilled, or cut through an existing piece of metal. (from: Wikipedia)

Hallmarks
Illegible remnants of hallmarks, likely dating to the 18th century or earlier.
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Dimensions
top of ring 1,63 cm (0,64 inch) x 1,09 cm (0,43 inch)
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Weight
1,90 gram (1,22 dwt)

Ring size Continental EU: 65 & 20¾ , Size USA: 11¼ , Size UK: W

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
24121-00303

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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.
See also: Victorian
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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 resplendent Baroque pendant, believed to be of northwestern European descent, resonates with the exuberance of circa 1720. This 'à la Jeannette' piece, showcasing a heart and cross motif, is masterfully crafted in 14k yellow gold with silver accents, a hallmark of the era's luxurious aesthetic. Adorned with an extraordinarily large center diamond and 21 other diamonds combining table and rose cuts, set on foil to enhance their radiance, it embodies the period's artistic zeal. A testament to devout symbolism and ornamental grandeur, it's a treasure reflecting the vibrant movement and emotion of its time, preserved in very good condition.

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 northwestern European origin (Dutch/Belgian)

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".
See also: Baroque
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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. 1720
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

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 and silver , see also: The silver on gold technique (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
This type of pendant is typically Belgian and generally made in the late 18th till mid-19th century. They are called 'à la Jeannette' . A croix à la Jeanette (French for: "cross in the style of Jeanette"). It is a pendant in the form of a heart with a latin cross dangling from it.

Diamonds
One extra ordinary large center stone in a size we have never had before in our collection and 21 more some sort of combination between table cut rose cut diamonds and flat cut old brilliant cut diamonds and five 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 these diamonds 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
height 7,52 cm (2,96 inch)
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Weight
16,30 gram (10,48 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
22276-00070

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A rare survivor from around 1600, this transitional Renaissance to Baroque cluster ring embodies the discerning taste of early European connoisseurs. Crafted in yellow gold and silver, it holds nine table cut diamonds of exceptional calibre, their harmonious brilliance a testament to refined selection and mastery. Such uniform quality in stones of this period is extraordinarily rare, marking this jewel as one likely commissioned by a family of distinction. Rings of this type were not uncommon in their time and are frequently depicted in portraits of the late Renaissance and early Baroque period, where they adorned the hands of nobility and the well-to-do. If only jewels could speak, this ring would recount stories of lineage, prestige, and the dawn of diamond connoisseurship.

This jewel is part of Adin’s curated collection of early European masterpieces, representing over four centuries of jewellery history.

Jewellery Type
ring

Condition
Very good condition. The ring has been preserved with remarkable care, retaining its structural integrity and original character. The central diamond is secured by a pin running through its centre from the top and fixed with tin along the inner side, a technique entirely typical for this period. As a result, the stone can turn slightly, which is consistent with its age and method of setting. Minor traces of wear add to its authenticity and charm.
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Country of origin
Unknown. While no conclusive documentation exists, the refined craftsmanship and stylistic characteristics suggest that this jewel could have originated in one of the major European centres of the late Renaissance, such as Italy, the Southern Netherlands, or possibly Germany. Each of these regions was known for its mastery in early diamond setting and the subtle harmony of gold and silver work.

Style
It is uncertain whether this jewel should be classified as Renaissance or Baroque. What is relatively certain, however, is that it was created at the very moment when these two great styles met, a period of artistic transformation when classical restraint began to yield to movement and exuberance.
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Style specifics
Baroque, which emerged shortly before 1600, evolved from the Renaissance tradition and flourished across Europe until the Rococo era around 1730. Originating in Italy and spreading through Germany, Austria, the Low Countries, Spain, and Portugal, it combined grandeur with vitality. Its sculptural lines, flowing ornament and sense of movement reflect the era’s fascination with light and emotion, in contrast to the balanced symmetry of Renaissance design and the later asymmetry of Rococo.

Period
Around 1600 marks the transition from the measured harmony of the Renaissance to the more expressive energy of early Baroque design. This was a time when craftsmanship flourished under the influence of both classical ideals and the emerging taste for opulence that would soon define the seventeenth century.
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Material 14K
yellow gold and silver This refined combination of metals was typical for precious jewellery of the late Renaissance and early Baroque period. The use of silver around the diamonds enhanced their brightness, while the warmth of gold provided a soft contrast that remains timelessly beautiful.
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Technique
The table cut diamonds are set on foil, a refined technique used to heighten their brilliance and depth. By reflecting light through the carefully faceted stones, this method enhanced their luminosity even in candlelight, revealing the skill of the early diamond cutters and the jewellers who mastered this delicate art.

Extra information
The diamonds in this ring display an exceptionally high quality. In all our years in the trade, we have never encountered a jewel of this age set entirely with stones of such uniform and outstanding calibre.

Diamonds
Nine table cut diamonds. The exact weight of the stones is unknown, which is customary in our trade for early cuts. Each diamond was carefully selected for its clarity and proportion, and together they create a rare harmony of light. Such uniform quality in stones of this period is seldom encountered and reflects the exceptional taste and means of the original patron.

- 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 for April and has long been associated with strength, purity, and everlasting love. Its symbolism of constancy made it a cherished choice for jewels of sentiment throughout history, a meaning that still endures today.
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Hallmarks
No hallmarks are present, which is not unusual for jewellery of this early period. Hallmarking systems were still developing around 1600 and often applied inconsistently across regions. The absence of marks therefore aligns with its age and craftsmanship rather than detracting from its authenticity.
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Dimensions
The width at the top of the ring measures 1.31 cm (0.52 inch).
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Weight
3,70 gram (2,38 dwt)
The lightness of the design is typical for the period and reflects the delicate balance between strength and refinement that characterises early European craftsmanship.

Ring size Continental EU: 49 & 15¾ , Size USA: 5 , Size UK: J

Resizing
We offer complimentary resizing for this ring so it may be worn comfortably and securely. Only in cases requiring an exceptional adjustment may a small fee apply. Our goldsmiths take the utmost care to preserve the integrity and historical character of each jewel during the resizing process.
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Adin Reference Nº
25296-00103

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An exquisite Art Deco platinum engagement ring, circa 1920, adorned with a captivating central Colombian old mine emerald, exuding a vivid, warm, sparkling, transparent green hue. This ring features 24 dazzling diamonds, including four old mine brilliant cut diamonds and 20 old mine brilliant cut diamonds, totaling approximately 2.00 carats. It's a testament to the timeless elegance of the Art Deco era, characterized by abstract motifs and geometrical forms.

Antique jewelry object group
engagement ring (or anniversary ring)

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
platinum (touchstone tested)
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Extra information
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)

Diamonds
Four old mine brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 1.00ct
20 old mine brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 1.00ct

Total diamond count
24 pcs.

Total diamond weight
approx. 2.00 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.

Precious stones
One natural Colombian old mine emerald with an estimated weight of ± 0.56ct colour: vivid warm sparkling transparant green
Treatment: checked and no signs of any treament and/or enhancement.
52 small carre cut emeralds

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 emerald for May.
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Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
top of ring 1,21 cm (0,48 inch) x 2,62 cm (1,03 inch)
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Weight
6,60 gram (4,24 dwt)

Ring size Continental EU: 53 & 17 , Size USA: 6¼ , Size UK: M

Resizing
Free resizing (only for extreme resizing we have to charge).
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Adin Reference Nº
22298-00053

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A delightful and amusing vintage brooch from 1950s Portugal, capturing the whimsy and charm of a sweet dog nestled in its kennel. Crafted in high-karat yellow gold with white gold or platinum details, it features sparkling gemstones arranged in a playful yet refined design. A piece so enchanting, you are captivated from the very first moment you hold it. The intricate craftsmanship and imaginative composition make this brooch a perfect example of mid-century artistry, blending humour with exceptional quality. Ideal for collectors, men and women alike, who appreciate unique, well-made vintage jewellery with a touch of charm and storytelling.

Antique jewelry object group
brooch

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
Portugal

Style
Vintage Fifties (of the twentieth century)
See also: Fifties (of the twentieth century)
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Style specifics
This type of jewelry is very specific for the fifties of the twentieth century. All sorts of animals were used as source of inspiration for the goldsmiths. Made in gold and decorated with enamel and precious stones, the result of their labour most of the times well-made, clever and cute.

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

Theme
A sweet little dog gazing at us kindly from its kennel.

Material The fineness is 19.2K or even 20K; further explanation can be found later in the text under the information about the hallmarks.
yellow and white gold or platinum (touchstone tested)
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Diamonds
52 single brilliant cut diamonds (also called 8/8) with an estimated weight of ± 0.60ct colour and clarity G/I, vs/si

- 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.

Precious stones
Nine rubies
39 sapphires . We did not check if the sapphires are lab produced or not as this information has no influence on the value of this jewel. Natural sapphires and lab produced sapphires were both used in this era, rather more for their effect than for their intrinsic value.
Two emeralds

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, ruby for July sapphire for September and emerald for May.
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Hallmarks
Hallmark for Lisbon post-1938: a cockerel facing right, and a hallmark resembling a dog's head (possibly a Labrador) for Lisbon, indicating a fineness of 800 or 833, equating to either 19.2K or 20K.
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Dimensions
3,27 cm (1,29 inch) x 3,88 cm (1,53 inch)
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Weight
12,70 gram (8,17 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
24344-00247

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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.
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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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Pair of Iberian earrings in 18K yellow gold, dating to around 1725. Their rounded settings are decorated with simple engraved details in the Baroque style and set with paste stones that shift in colour from dark green to violet, originally enhanced with coloured foils. Although showing signs of age and wear, particularly at the back, they remain appealing from the front. A characteristic example of early 18th-century Spanish or Portuguese jewellery, reflecting the taste and techniques of the period.

Jewellery Type
earrings short hanging

Condition
not perfect condition.
The earrings show noticeable wear at the back edges, where the filling lacquer has become visible. From the front, however, they remain in acceptable condition.
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Country of origin
Although it carries no legible control marks, we believe this piece to be of Spanish or Portuguese origin, as the design is typical of 18th-century Iberian earrings.

Style
Baroque - Baroque is an artistic style that dominated Europe from the late 16th century to the early 18th century. Often described as "the leading style in European art between the Mannerist and Rococo periods, characterised by dynamic movement, heightened emotion, and bold expression."
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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. 1725
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Material 18K
yellow gold (touchstone tested)
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Precious stones
The two stones are paste, showing a dark green to purplish sheen that shifts with the light. This effect is most likely the result of remnants of coloured foil once placed behind them, a technique commonly used in the 18th and 19th centuries to enhance brilliance.

Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
width 0,90 cm (0,35 inch)
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Weight
2,60 gram (1,67 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
25115-00312

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An enchanting harmony of eras, this engagement ring captures the transition from the Belle Époque's romantic opulence to the bold lines of Art Deco. Dating back to circa 1920, it presents two fine old European cut diamonds nestled alongside a lustrous pearl, set in an elegant dance of 18K yellow gold and platinum. The ring is a tribute to historical betrothal traditions, evoking a sense of nostalgia and the timeless nature of true commitment

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

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

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. or more info on styles

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
  -  (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: 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 an estimated weight of ± 0.71ct. (colour and clarity: H/J, si).
One old European cut diamond with an estimated weight of ± 0.80ct. (colour and clarity: H/J, si).
40 single brilliant cut diamonds (also called 8/8) with an estimated weight of ± 0.60ct. (colour and clarity: G/J, vs/si).

Total diamond count: 42 pcs.

Total diamond weight: approx. 2.11 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!

Precious stones: One saltwater pearl (most probably natural)

- All color stone weights 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 and pearl for June.
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Hallmarks: No trace.
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Dimensions: top of ring 1,03 cm (0,41 inch) x 2,54 cm (1,00 inch) - See picture with a ruler in cm and inches

Weight: 5,70 gram (3,67 dwt)

Ring size Continental: 56 & 17¾ , Size US 7½ , Size UK: O½

Resizing: Free resizing (only for extreme resizing we have to charge).
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Reference Nº: 19225-00098

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