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This Art Deco bar brooch, a paragon of 1920's elegance, is preserved in excellent condition, capturing the spirit of an era that worshipped the sophisticated and the stylish. With a total diamond weight of approximately 7.30 carats set in pristine platinum, the brooch exudes the glamour of the Roaring Twenties. Its geometric design, adorned with 69 diamonds, reflects a time when the pursuit of beauty in design reached new heights, free from the encumbrance of the world's weightier matters. It whispers stories of the past, a tangible echo of a bygone era's decorative ardour.

Antique jewelry object group: bar brooch

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

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 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
  -  (events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era)

Material: platinum
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Diamond(s): Nine old mine brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 2.55ct. (colour and clarity: G/L, vs/si).
48 old brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 4.75ct. (colour and clarity: H/L, si/i).
12 rose cut diamonds. We do not have the weight of the diamonds which is normal in our trade when it comes to rose cuts.

Total diamond count: 69 pcs.

Total diamond weight: (without rose cuts) approx. 7.30 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.

Precious stones: 36 fancy cut onyx

Birthstones: Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April and onyx for July.
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Hallmarks: Illegible remains.
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Dimensions: 1,38 cm (0,54 inch) x 7,53 cm (2,96 inch)

Weight: 15,30 gram (9,84 dwt)

Reference Nº: 19163-00166

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A Georgian brooch of exceptional craftsmanship, hailing from the historical crossroads of the Netherlands and 'The Southern Netherlands', circa 1750. Adorned with a "Flemish Heart", this silver piece, born as a pendant and later transformed into a brooch, is a testament to the era's romance and fashion. The heart, a canvas of 53 meticulously placed rose cut diamonds, symbolises the triumph of love, underscored by the theme of Georgian love and romance. This piece bears a Dutch hallmark 'v', indicating its authenticity and provenance.

Antique jewelry object group
brooch (born as a pendant but somewhere in its life changed to this brooch)

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
Either the Netherlands or "The Southern Netherlands" the former name for the current Belgium. (Belgium seceded from the Netherlands in 1831.)

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

Source of inspiration
Love and romance

Theme
Flemish Heart - One of the most peculiar and wide spread Flemish pieces of regional jewelry is a diamond heart pendant the so-called "Vlaams hart" (Dutch for “Flemish heart"). These hearts were fashionable in the 19th century and mostly made in gold backed silver (see also the silver on gold technique). A Flemish heart is a heart shaped field set with rose cut diamonds and/or senelles hanging under a crowning.

There are two sorts of crownings possible:
1) The crowing is a crown and then it is build up from horizontal, diamond embellished, tendrils that are resting on a smooth surfaced ajour cut band with flattened little rhombic bars. The tendrils from the top incline slightly over this ajour cut band towards the actual cross emphasizing the unity of the jewel.

2) The crowing as love trophy. A collection of four elements, a torch and quiver that are crossing each other, a bow that is horizontal mingled with them and all held together by a laurel. The slightly upwards direction of both ends of the bow refers to the St. Andrew's cross. Torch, quiver and bow are typical attributes to Amor (Eros) and the laurel refers to the triumph of love. This combination was already in use with the old Greek and Romans and later of course in the Renaissance and had a enormous success in France in the Louis XVI period (1774-1793).

Material
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
53 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
A Dutch hallmark representing the letter letter "v" (1814-1831) for foreign made articles given to be checked by the essay office (used from 1814 till 1831).
The V mark is best read as a dated milestone in the jewel’s later history. It indicates the piece was submitted within the Dutch control or duty context between 1814 and 1831, but it does not, by itself, date the making of the jewel.

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Dimensions
4,87 cm (1,92 inch) x 3,34 cm (1,31 inch)
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Weight
12,00 gram (7,72 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
23124-00015

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Echoing the resilience, reverence, and transformation inherent in its history, this Victorian bangle, circa 1880, is more than an antique; it's a symbol of life's enduring beauty. The kintsugi technique used to repair its crack is a profound testament to resilience, highlighting the strength found in overcoming and embracing life's imperfections. With each hand-engraved detail on the 18K gold closure and hinge, there's a sense of reverence for its journey, an acknowledgment that every scar is a chapter in its story. This bangle has transformed, through kintsugi, into a unique piece of art, embodying the belief that there is profound beauty in evolution and change. It stands as a romantic narrative, not only of its own history but of the beauty in life's continuous transformation.

Antique jewelry object group: Vintage Jade with 18K Gold Fittings: The Silent Chronicles of a Victorian Bangle

Condition: Very good, with a respectful nod to its journey. The bangle features a delicate kintsugi repair, a traditional Japanese art form that enhances its charm. This technique, rather than concealing, celebrates the piece's history, turning the repair into an integral part of its beauty. The visible gold seam of the kintsugi adds a unique character, symbolising resilience and the art of embracing imperfections as part of life's tapestry.
  -  (more info on our condition scale)

Country of origin: unknown, China?

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 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. 1880
  -  (events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era)

Material: 18K yellow gold (touchstone tested)
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Extra information: Jade - Jade refers to an ornamental mineral, mostly known for its green varieties. It can refer to either of two different minerals: nephrite, a silicate of calcium and magnesium, or jadeite, a silicate of sodium and aluminium.

Jade is featured prominently in ancient Asian art, but also has an important place in many other cultures.

In the history of the art of the Chinese empire, jade has had a special significance, comparable with that of gold and diamonds in the West. Jade was used for the finest objects and cult figures, and for grave furnishings for high-ranking members of the imperial family. Due to that significance and the rising middle class in China, in 2010 the finest jade when found in nuggets of "mutton fat" jade – so-named for its marbled white consistency – could sell for $3,000 an ounce, a tenfold increase from a decade previously.

Jade may be enhanced (sometimes called "stabilized"). Some merchants will refer to these as grades, but degree of enhancement is different from colour and texture quality. In other words, Type A jadeite is not enhanced but can have poor colour and texture. There are three main methods of enhancement, sometimes referred to as the ABC Treatment System:
Type A jadeite has not been treated in any way except surface waxing.
Type B treatment involves exposing a promising but stained piece of jadeite to chemical bleaches and/or acids and impregnating it with a clear polymer resin. This results in a significant improvement of transparency and colour of the material. Currently, infrared spectroscopy is the most accurate test for the detection of polymer in jadeite.
Type C jade has been artificially stained or dyed. The effects are somewhat uncontrollable and may result in a dull brown. In any case, translucency is usually lost.
B+C jade is a combination of B and C: it has been both impregnated and artificially stained.
Type D jade refers to a composite stone such as a doublet comprising a jade top with a plastic backing.
(From: Wikipedia)

Precious stones: Two pieces of A quality jade (see pictures for certificate)

Engraving: both hinge and closure are skillfully hand engraved

Hallmarks: No trace.
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Dimensions: inner circumference 20,80 cm (8,19 inch) - See picture with a ruler in cm and inches

Weight: 85.00 gram (54.66 dwt)

Reference Nº: 19254-00157

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These extraordinary Victorian earrings, crafted around 1830, tell a story of refined elegance and symbolism. Finely carved cameos, encased in rich 18K yellow gold and highlighted with black enamel, depict timeless profiles adorned with crescent moons and botanical motifs. These design elements suggest ties to mythology and nature, reflecting the Victorian fascination with storytelling through jewellery. A striking testament to 19th-century craftsmanship, these earrings are not just adornments but artefacts that connect us to an era steeped in beauty and meaning.

Antique jewelry object group
earrings long hanging

Condition
in very good condition, though there are slight imperfections on the surface of the black enamel.
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Country of origin
Although it does not carry any legible control marks we believe this to be of French or Belgian origin.

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

Source of inspiration
Mythology (?)

Theme
Mythology and femininity, reflected in crescent moons and botanical motifs, symbolising harmony and natural beauty.

Material 18K
yellow gold (touchstone tested)
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Techniques
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).

Cameo is a method of carving, or an item of jewellery or vessel made in this manner. It features a raised (positive) relief image. There are three main materials for Cameo carving; Shells or Agate (called a Hardstone cameo), and glass. Cameos can be produced by setting a carved relief, such as a portrait, onto a background of a contrasting colour. This is called an assembled cameo. Alternately, a cameo can be carved directly out of a material with integral layers or banding, such as (banded) agate or layered glass, where different layers have different colours. Sometimes dyes are used to enhance these colours. Cameos are often worn as jewellery. Stone cameos of great artistry were made in Greece dating back as far as the 6th century BC. They were very popular in Ancient Rome, and one of the most famous stone cameos from this period is the Gemma Claudia made for the Emperor Claudius. The technique has since enjoyed periodic revivals, notably in the early Renaissance, and again in the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries.

Hallmarks
Illegible remains.
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Dimensions
height 7,60 cm (2,99 inch)
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Weight
9,90 gram (6,37 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
24278-00417

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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

Resizing
Free resizing (only for extreme resizing we have to charge).
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Adin Reference Nº
22298-00136

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A charming Interbellum brooch from around 1930, this bee is formed in 9 carat red gold and silver, its body set with glowing tiger’s eye and its wings picked out with old rose cut diamonds. Tiny ruby eyes give it a lively, alert character. There is something wonderfully light and witty about it, yet also the careful handwork and quiet elegance that make such period insect jewels so appealing.

Jewellery Type
brooch

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
unknown

Style
Interbellum - 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: Interbellum
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Period
ca. 1930
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Source of inspiration
Mother Nature

Theme
Bee - The bee, found in Ancient Near East and Aegean cultures, was believed to be the sacred insect that bridged the natural world to the underworld. Appearing in tomb decorations, Mycenaean tholos tombs were even shaped as beehives. Bee motifs are also seen in Maya cultures, an example being the Ah-Muzen-Cab, the Bee God, found in Maya ruins, likely designating honey-producing cities (who prized honey as food of the gods).

In ancient Egypt, the bee was an insignia of kingship associated particularly with Lower Egypt, where there may even have been a Bee King in pre-dynastic times. After the unification of Upper and Lower Egypt, this symbol was incorporated in the title usually preceding the throne name of pharaoh. Honey bees, signifying immortality and resurrection, were royal emblems of the Merovingians, revived by Napoleon. The bee is also the heraldic emblem of the Barberini.

In heraldry, the bee symbolizes diligence and indefatigable effort. Someone is said to be busy as a bee when he or she works tirelessly and regardless of schedules or breaks. (from: Wikipedia)

Material 9K
red gold gold and details in silver (touchstone tested)
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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 in our antique and vintage jewellery, regardless of size or shape, are verified by the IJGC laboratory as natural.

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

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
2,68 cm (1,06 inch) x 2,59 cm (1,02 inch)
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Weight
8,60 gram (5,53 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
26050-00106

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This exquisite 19th Century French Sewing Nécessaire, hailing from the Grand Victorian Period, is a paragon of opulence and craftsmanship. Encased in an original, custom-made ivory box, it epitomises the luxurious aesthetic of the era. Crafted in 18K yellow gold, the set reflects the Victorian era's penchant for extravagant designs, inspired by global influences. It resonates with the period's historical significance, including the mourning jewelry trend post-1850. The intricate monogram J.S (or U.S?) on the box's cover adds a personal touch, while the French eagle's head hallmark assures its authenticity. This piece is not just a functional artefact but a window into the lavish Victorian lifestyle.

Antique jewelry object group
Opulent Stitches: A French Gold Sewing Set from the Victorian Era

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
France

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. 1860
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Material
18K yellow gold (touchstone tested)
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Extra information
Our antique ivory box, a testament to craftsmanship from over a century and a half ago, is perfectly fashioned to accommodate the sewing set it houses, ensuring all parts stay firmly in place. In line with our commitment to ethical practices, we do not offer or send this item beyond the European Community, adhering to international regulations.

Engraving
On the cover of the box there is a monogram J.S (or U.S?)

Hallmarks
The French control mark for 18K gold representing an eagle's head that was in use in France from about 1838.
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Outer dimensions box
10,60 cm (4,17 inch) x 5,70 cm (2,24 inch) x 1,80 cm (0,71 inch)
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Weight
173,00 gram (111,24 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
23360-00344

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A refined expression of Art Deco elegance but also styled simplicity, this French platinum bracelet from the 1920s weaves a seamless rhythm of diamonds and sapphires into a design of timeless sophistication. Twelve luminous sapphires, displaying a particularly vivid and velvety cornflower blue hue, are exceptionally rare in their untreated state. Their natural brilliance is heightened by the sparkle of 24 old mine-cut diamonds, totalling approximately 3.92 carats, lending a striking contrast. The fluid articulation of this piece, combined with its geometric grace, captures the era’s spirit of modernity and luxury. A masterpiece of refined craftsmanship, marked with the French dog’s head for platinum.

Antique jewelry object group
bracelet

Condition
good condition
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Country of origin
France

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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Diamonds
24 old mine brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 3.92ct colour and clarity F/I, vs/i
- 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
Twelve sapphires with an estimated weight of ± 7.66ct
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 sapphire for September.
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Hallmarks
The French control mark for platinum representing a dog's head that was in use in France from about 1912.
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Dimensions
length 19,70 cm (7,76 inch), width setting with largest sapphire (center stone) 0,82 cm (0,32 inch)
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Weight
18,30 gram (11,77 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
24332-00011

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This Art Deco brooch, a Belgian creation from around 1920, is a harmonious blend of sober serenity and vivid expression. The design, influenced by Japonism, showcases an abstract, tropical fruit motif in 18K yellow gold. The bold contrast of coral and carré cut onyx, in striking black and red, reflects the era's characteristic geometric shapes. The intricate open work back with leafy patterns adds depth, conjuring images of a serene, secluded island. This piece not only symbolises the artistic exchange between the West and Japan but also stands as a timeless testament to the unique aesthetics of the Art Deco period.

Antique jewelry object group: brooches

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

Style: Art Deco
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Style specifics: Abstract motives and geometrical forms are quite typical for the Art Deco period.

Period: ca. 1920
(events and facts in 1920)

Source of inspiration: Japan

Material: 18K yellow gold
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Extra information: Japonism, or Japonisme, the original French term, which is also used in English, is a term for the influence of the arts of Japan on those of the West. The word was first used by Jules Claretie in his book L'Art Francais en 1872 published in that year. Works arising from the direct transfer of principles of Japanese art on Western, especially by French artists, are called japonesque.

Precious stones: coral onyx
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Birthstones: Onyx is the birthstone (or month stone) for July.
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Hallmarks: No trace.
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Condition: excellent condition
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Dimensions: width 2.17 cm (0.85 inch), height 3.08 cm (1.21 inch)

Weight: 11.30 gram (7.27 dwt)

Reference Nº: 10015-04334

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As with this 18K yellow gold Victorian brooch, the Italian jewellery brand "Castellani" is a master in towing anyone along to an ancient place where time stood still. The white with blue centre is of exquisite detailed micro mosaic, composed in small square pieces of enamel threads -also called "smalti falti" in Italian. Various gold filigree patterns beam from around the archaic middle. In any means, the letters EY stand for a gesture of caress whether in Greek "Good Health" or in English "Eternally Yours".

Antique jewelry object group: brooch

Condition: excellent condition
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Country of origin: Italy

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 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. 1880
  -  (events and facts in 1880)

Source of inspiration: Pompeii excavation - ancient city in southwestern Italy (destroyed in 79 A.D. by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius)

Theme: EY - Although the letters appear Latin in form, their meaning is Greek. “ΕΥ” (pronounced eu) means good or well, and was used in ancient Greece as a wish for good health or good fortune. In this context one could also read it as a romantic play on words, Eternally Yours, and for the more business-minded among us, it might even make a charming nod to Ernst & Young.

Material: 18K yellow gold
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Extra information on the technique used
A "micro mosaic object" is a decorative object or architectural element made from relatively uniformly sized pieces of hard substances fitted together and embedded in a matrix of some adhesive or bonding substance that eventually hardens to hold the pieces in place. The word derives from the Greek word for the Muses, implying it is a form of artistic expression.

SMALTI FILATI: Filati means "thread" in Italian. Smalti filati literally means thread tesserae. The opaque enamel is heated and pulled out to make long thin strands shaped similar to spaghetti or linguini. These are then broken into shorter pieces called tesserae. These originated about mid 18th century at the Vatican Mosaic Workshops.

Smalti - Flat rectilinear tesserae made by pouring molten opaque colored enamel onto a steel slab, allowing it to cool, and then cutting it into small flat or cubed pieces called tesserae. The smalti are composed of silica, an alkaline substance such as soda or potash, lead, metal oxide coloring agents, and tin oxide for opacity. Opaque tesserae were desirable to avoid a shiny reflective surface when using mosaics as copies of paintings in St. Peter’s Basilica. Smalti means “enamels”(smalto means enamel) in Italian, but used in English as a singular term, enamel. We say micromosaics are made of enamel, not "enamels".

Support - The supportive backing for the mosaic, its material depending on the size of the art work. In small pieces such as jewelry, the backing was made of a metal such as a copper tray with a rim, or of glass, goldstone, or small plaques of marble, which were hollowed out to the proper depth to hold the mosaic. For larger scale pictures, the weight necessitated use of slate or marble, similarly hollowed out, or iron surrounded by a rim.

Take a look at the picture with the ruler in which we took a close up to show you the incredible degree of excellence of this micro mosaic.

Extra information on Castellani - Fortunato Pio Castellani (6 May 1794 - 1 January 1865) was a 19th century Italian jeweller and founder of Castellani, an Italian jewellery company.

Castellani opened his first shop in Rome in 1814. He specialised in recreating the jewellery of ancient craftsmen, particularly the Etruscans. Castellani based many of his designs directly on archaeological evidence and often incorporated intaglios, cameos and micromosaics into his jewellery. His work became very fashionable throughout 19th century Europe and his shop was frequented by grand tourists and aristocracy. The Castellani dynasty spanned three generations, and were also noted antiquarians.

Castellani's life
Castellani opened his first workshop in Rome in 1815. Initially, his designs reflected the fashions of the day and were generally based on French and English jewellery of the period. However, in the 1820s, Castellani began to develop the style for which he would become most famous. In collaboration with his friend and sponsor Michelangelo Caetani - later the Duke of Sermoneta and a noted archaeologist - Castellani began to draw inspiration from archaeological discoveries particularly those of the pre-Roman Estruscan culture.

In 1836, archaelologists discovered the Regolini-Galassi tomb, a particularly important Estruscan find that yielded a large amount of beautifully preserved jewellery. Because of his expertise in the field and his connections with Caetani, Castellani was enlisted as an advisor on the excavation. Much of the jewellery excavated was decorated with granulation - tiny specks of gold applied to the surface. This technique was unknown to 19th century jewellers and Castellani was inspired by the discoveries to rediscover the lost art.

In the 1850s, Castellani passed management of the family business to his two sons Alessandro (1824–83) and Augusto (1829–1914) in whose hands it continued to flourish. The family were keen collectors and in addition to their jewellery business they dealt and restored antiquities extensively. Castellani's main shop was immediately adjacent to the Trevi Fountain - one of Rome's most prestigious locations - and incorporated a museum of the family's collection.
From: Wikipedia

Monogram: Castellani (see pictures for the famous Castellani hallmark - two mirrored C's)

Hallmarks: None, besides the Castellani sign
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Dimensions: diameter 2.40 cm (0.94 inch)

Weight: 7.40 gram (4.76 dwt)

Reference Nº: 12131-00068

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An exquisite circa 1850 Victorian brooch, emblematic of the Romantic Period, exudes sentimentality with its ornate design and Mother Nature inspiration. Fashioned in 18K yellow gold, it features eight natural rubies approximating 0.20ct amidst a cluster of 73 rose cut diamonds and senailles, culminating in a 'Bird of Paradise' theme. Though its origin remains a mystery, the craftsmanship reveals a storied past, echoing an era where romantic symbolism and Gothic Renaissance patterns were in vogue, reflective of Queen Victoria's own love story.

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.
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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 Gotic and/or Renaissance patterns and an abundant use of motifs like anchors, birds, branches, crosses, hearts and snakes.

Period
ca. 1850
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Source of inspiration
Mother Nature

Theme
Bird of paradise

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.

Diamonds
Eight old mine brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 0.77ct colour and clarity G/J, vs/si
73 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 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
Eight natural rubies with an estimated weight of ± 0.20ct

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 ruby for July.
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Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
width 5,21 cm (2,05 inch)
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Weight
15,40 gram (9,90 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
22031-00004

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This vintage engagement ring from around 1940, believed to be of Belgian origin, beautifully encapsulates the elegance of its era. Crafted in two tones of precious metal, with the main part in 18K yellow gold and accents in white gold or platinum, it features 12 old brilliant cut diamonds encircling a central deep dark blue sapphire, estimated at approximately 2.30ct. The ring embodies the timeless tradition of diamond and sapphire engagement rings, a symbol of love and commitment that has evolved through centuries. This piece, with its classic design and rich history, represents not only a commitment to love but also a connection to the romantic past of engagement traditions.

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: Vintage
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Period: ca. 1940
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Material: Two tones of precious metal, the main part being 18K yellow gold and the white parts are either white gold or platinum.
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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): 12 old brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 1.17ct. (colour and clarity: H/K, 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.

Precious stones: One sapphire with an estimated weight of ± 2.30ct.
Colour: deep dark blue, probably Australian
Treatment: most probably heat treated. Colour enhancement by heat treatment of ruby and sapphire is an accepted technique as long as it is mentioned by the seller.

- 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 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 1,46 cm (0,57 inch)

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

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

Resizing: Free resizing (only for extreme resizing we have to charge).
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Reference Nº: 18351-00023

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This necklace is a testament to the meticulous artisanship of yesteryears, each of its roughly 13,000 seed pearls representing a moment in time—carefully selected, drilled, and strung by hand. The combination of its possibly 19th-century pearls with a 1950s 14K white gold clasp, adorned with diamonds and rubies, tells a story of heritage reimagined with a touch of mid-century elegance. It embodies the painstaking dedication to beauty and craftsmanship that transcends time.

Antique jewelry object group: necklace

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: 14K white gold
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Diamond(s): Eight brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 0.40ct. (colour and clarity: G/H, 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.

Precious stones: Eight rubies with an estimated weight of ± 0.24ct.
One pearl in the center of the closure.
And the 24 strings of pearls have approximately 13,000 seed pearls

- 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, ruby for July and pearl for June.
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Hallmarks: 585, indicating 14K gold
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Dimensions: circumference 39,00 cm (15,35 inch)

Weight: 27,40 gram (17,62 dwt)

Reference Nº: 19026-00058

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Jewellery Type
cufflinks

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
France

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

Material 18K
warm yellow gold (touchstone tested)
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Diamonds
128 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
Four moss agate

Extra information
Moss agate is a variety of chalcedony with natural green inclusions that resemble moss or fern like growths. In jewellery it is prized for its pictorial, landscape like patterns, with each stone naturally unique. The effect comes from mineral inclusions, not plant material.

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April.
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Hallmarks
Faint but recognisable remnants of the French control mark for 18K gold, representing an eagle's head (in use in France from about 1838), can be seen in the eyes on the reverse of the buttons. A partial maker’s mark (the identifying mark registered to an individual maker or workshop) is also visible there. The word DEPOSE is stamped on the connecting piece between the buttons.
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Dimensions
Diameter: 1.28 cm (0.50 inch). Distance between the backs of the buttons: 2.60 cm (1.02 inches).
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Weight
9,20 gram (5,92 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
26058-00095

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Circa 1900, a French Victorian bar brooch in 18 carat red gold with a silver set fly motif. The wings are paved with rose cut diamonds and tiny senailles, while two cabochon sapphires form the body and rubies flash as eyes. A small pearl finial at the bar end adds a gentle, old fashioned note. Light, witty, and surprisingly wearable.

Jewellery Type
brooch

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
France

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

Source of inspiration
Mother Nature

Theme
fly

Material 18K
red gogold ld and details in silver (touchstone tested)
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Diamonds
Eighteen 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, 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
Two rubies . We did not check if the rubies are lab produced or not as this information has no influence on the value of this jewel. Natural rubies and lab produced rubies were both used in this era, rather more for their effect than for their intrinsic value.
One natural (?) pearl

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April, sapphire for September ruby for July and pearl for June.
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Hallmarks
The French control mark for 18K gold representing an eagle's head that was in use in France from about 1838.
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Dimensions
6,10 cm (2,40 inch) x 2,20 cm (0,87 inch)
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Weight
6,30 gram (4,05 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
26050-00267

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This Art Deco pendant, with its geometric forms and abstract motifs, is a pristine example of 1920s Belgian design, crafted in luxurious platinum. A centrepiece old European cut diamond of 1.27ct is framed by 20 old cut brilliant diamonds, together weighing approximately 1.77 carats. Suspended on a platinum chain, it stands as an emblem of the period's glamour. Though devoid of marks, its quality is unmistakable, a celebration of April's birthstone and a silent witness to the Roaring Twenties' decadence.

Antique jewelry object group: pendant on chain

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.
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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)

Extra information: We have a matching ring to this pendant, check:
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Material: platinum
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Diamond(s): One old European cut diamond with a weight of 1.27ct. (colour and clarity: J/L, vs/si).
20 old cut single brilliant cut diamonds (also called 8/8) with an estimated weight of ± 0.50ct. (colour and clarity: G/I, si/i).

Total diamond count: 21 pcs.

Total diamond weight: approx. 1.77 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:
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Dimensions: height of pendant 3,07 cm (1,21 inch), diameter pendant 1,38 cm (0,54 inch), length necklace 44,00 cm (17,32 inch)

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

Reference Nº: 19157-00023

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A splendid example of late 19th-century craftsmanship, this brooch elegantly bridges the Late-Victorian and Belle Époque styles. Originating from Belgium, it features a captivating Bedouin woman motif, rendered in exquisite 18K yellow gold with expert enamelling. Adorned with nine rose cut diamonds and senailles, alongside four sapphires, the piece reflects the era's transition from opulent to more refined, romantic designs. Its intricate details and historical significance make it a treasured find for collectors and enthusiasts of antique jewellery. The brooch exudes a sense of Orientalism, shrouded in mystery and arousing curiosity about its origins and the story behind its creation.

Antique jewelry object group: brooch

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: something between the Late-Victorian and Belle Epoque style - 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.
And the Belle Époque style (Belle Époque is 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.
  -  See also: late-Victorian or more info on styles

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. 1900
  -  (events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era)

Theme: bedouin woman

Material: 18K yellow gold
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Technique: 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).

Diamond(s): Nine 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.

Precious stones: Four 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.

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: diameter ± 3,16 cm (1,24 inch)

Weight: 10,30 gram (6,62 dwt)

Reference Nº: 18079-00229

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Dating from around 1915, this Edwardian diamond ring combines the warmth of yellow gold with a delicate platinum-set openwork panel. An old European cut diamond forms the centre, surrounded by 64 rose cut diamonds and senailles arranged across the lace-like geometric design. Fine millegrain edges heighten the airy effect, while the pierced shoulders and small diamond accents lend the ring an elegant lightness typical of the period.

Jewellery Type
ring

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
unknown

Style
Edwardian jewellery - This style refers to jewellery from circa 1901 to 1915. Typical features include delicate platinum lacework set with diamonds and pearls, often finished with millegrain to create a light and luminous effect. Characteristic motifs include garlands, bows, floral wreaths, tassels, ribbon motifs and lace-like openwork. The style was shaped by the reign of King Edward VII, Belle Époque taste, eighteenth-century French Rococo and advances in platinum working and diamond cutting.
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Period
ca. 1915
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Material 18K
yellow gold and platinum (touchstone tested)
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Diamonds
One old European cut diamond with an approximate total weight of 0.13ct colour and clarity G/I, si
64 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 cut diamonds nor the senailles which is normal in our trade when it comes to rose cut diamonds and senailles.

- 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.

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Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April.
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Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
width across the ring head 1,64 cm (0,65 inch)
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Weight
4,00 gram (2,57 dwt)

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

Resizing
Free resizing (only for extreme resizing we have to charge).
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Adin Reference Nº
26089-00352

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This exquisite Georgian button, dating back to around 1780, exudes timeless elegance. Crafted in silver, it features a stunning arrangement of 25 rose cut diamonds, with three table cut rose cut diamonds taking center stage. The diamonds, though weight undisclosed as customary for rose cuts, sparkle with unmatched brilliance. This remarkable piece, believed to be of Belgian origin, showcases the mastery of Georgian craftsmanship. The absence of hallmarks only adds to its mystique. A testament to the craftsmanship of a bygone era, this button evokes the grace of the Georgian period.

Antique jewelry object group: button

Condition: excellent 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: 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: Silver
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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): Three 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. and 22 rose cut diamonds. We do not have the weight of the diamonds which is normal in our trade when it comes to rose cuts.

Total diamond count: 25 pcs.

Birthstones: Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April.
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Hallmarks: No trace.
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Dimensions: diameter 2,25 cm (0,89 inch)

Weight: 4,50 gram (2,89 dwt)

Reference Nº: 14095-00001

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Likely crafted in the late 16th to early 17th century, this devotional pendant evokes both awe and quiet grace. The enameled face of Christ, resting with eyes closed upon banded agate, is framed by a fine radiating halo and twisted gold border—details so delicately rendered they seem to hush the room. Its expression carries a tender solemnity, heightened by the golden tear beneath one eye. Thought to be of South Netherlandish or German origin, the piece transcends its time. A true museum-worthy jewel—yet still something one can hold, wear, and cherish across generations.

Antique jewelry object group
pendant

Condition
very good condition
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Possible Origin & Craftsmanship
While the precise provenance is unknown, stylistic features such as the twisted gold framing, enamel detailing, and devotional subject suggest a South Netherlandish or German origin. Such pendants were often privately commissioned and treasured for both their spiritual and artistic value. unknown

Style
Renaissance - The Renaissance (from the Italian Rinascimento, meaning “rebirth”) was a cultural awakening that began in 14th-century Florence and gradually swept across Europe. It marked a revival of classical ideals, inspiring artists, scholars and craftsmen to draw on the harmony and refinement of ancient Greece and Rome. Often seen as the bridge between the medieval world and the modern age, the Renaissance gave rise to astonishing innovations in art, architecture and learning. Its spirit of curiosity and elegance lives on in objects such as this jewel—where craftsmanship meets humanist sensibility. See also: Renaissance jewellery and Classicism, the measured application of ancient principles in design, celebrated for its restraint, balance and timeless beauty.
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Style specifics
This pendant embodies the intimate side of Renaissance art—where devotion, symbolism and craftsmanship come together in miniature form. Unlike grandiose court jewels, this type of object was likely meant for private contemplation. The restrained palette, expressive enamelled features, and refined goldwork reflect the Renaissance fascination with classical serenity and spiritual grace. Particularly telling is the use of white enamel accented with black: a stylistic choice often seen in late 16th- to early 17th-century devotional jewellery, evoking purity, solemnity, and emotional depth.

Period
ca. 1580
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Source of inspiration
Christianity

Theme
The pendant depicts the head of Christ with closed eyes, a subtle golden tear beneath his left eye, and a radiating halo that encircles the image like a crown of quiet light. The expression is one of stillness and surrender—capturing not just a religious icon, but a deeply human moment of suffering and grace. This intimate portrayal would have served as a focus for prayer, reflection, or remembrance.

Material 18K
Warm yellow gold, most likely 18K, shaped and finished with fine twisted wire and smooth bezels. The craftsmanship suggests a careful balance between decorative finesse and devotional sobriety—hallmarks of late Renaissance goldsmithing.
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Technique
Enamelling is an ancient decorative art in which powdered glass is fused onto metal through high heat, creating a smooth, often luminous surface. Cultures from Ancient Egypt to Renaissance Europe embraced the technique for its durability and brilliance. In this pendant, the enamel is not merely decorative—it gives life to the features of Christ, enhancing both detail and emotion. The refined use of white with black accents speaks to a period taste for expressive restraint, typical of devotional jewels made in the late 16th to early 17th century.

Possible Function and Use
Given its scale, devotional subject and rear fitting, this pendant was likely worn close to the body—either on a chain or as part of a rosary. Such pieces were often gifted for milestones or worn during mourning, not for outward display but for inner solace. The radiating halo and single tear may symbolise divine light and human suffering in quiet unity.

Symbolism of the Tear
The tiny golden tear is an unusual and powerful touch. It may allude to the Lacrima Christi motif—“the tear of Christ”—a symbol of sorrow, compassion, and redemptive sacrifice. It adds emotional depth to the piece, beyond what one typically finds in jewellery of this kind.

Comparative Examples
Similar Christ-head miniatures in enamel appear in German and Flemish religious art and object design of the late 16th century, often linked to Jesuit influence or personal devotion in Counter-Reformation circles. While each example differs, the combination of agate, enamel, and twisted gold filigree is well documented in museum holdings, such as the Munich Residenz and certain pieces in the British Museum.

Precious stones
a single polished plate of banded agate

Hallmarks
No visible hallmarks remain, which is not unusual for a jewel of this age and likely private origin. Its construction and style, however, point towards skilled Renaissance-era goldsmithing from the South Netherlands or German regions.
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Dimensions
4,13 cm (1,63 inch) x 3,31 cm (1,30 inch)
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Weight
10,00 gram (6,43 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
25114-00064

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Three small snails become wonderfully theatrical in this signed Christian Dior parure. Burgundy suede gives their rounded forms a soft, unexpected richness, while the diamonds sit like dew drops across their shells. With its brooch and matching clip earrings, the set turns a playful natural motif into a confident Fifties statement.

Jewellery type: Parure comprising a snail brooch and a matching pair of clip earrings.

Condition: Acceptable condition, with age-related wear to the burgundy suede. The set remains highly presentable, with the metalwork and diamond settings appearing intact.

Country of origin: unknown

Style: Fifties, with playful figurative design, sculptural volume and a deliberately tactile use of contrasting materials.

Period: circa 1950 to 1960

Source of inspiration: Nature

Theme: Snails

Material: 18K yellow gold backs, touchstone tested, with silver fronts covered in burgundy suede.

Additional information: The brooch is accompanied by a matching pair of clip earrings.

Diamonds: Forty-three round brilliant-cut diamonds, with an estimated total weight of 6.74 carats, colour K–M and clarity VS–SI.

To preserve the integrity of the jewel and its settings, the diamonds were assessed while mounted and were not removed for weighing or grading; stated weights, colour and clarity are therefore approximate.

We individually screened every diamond in this parure 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, strength and enduring love.

Maker: Signed “Christian Dior”.

Hallmarks: Marked “18K”, indicating 18-carat gold.

Dimensions: Brooch: 64 × 56 mm (2.52 × 2.20 in); clip earrings: 29 × 33 mm (1.14 × 1.30 in) See photograph with a millimetre scale.

Weight: 77.5 grams

Adin Reference Nº: 18134-00007

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A tender Victorian locket pendant from around 1880, centred on a heart shaped opal with a soft, shifting play of colour, and framed by glittering old diamonds. The design is small and intimate, with the kind of quiet sentiment that Victorian jewellery carries so well. At the back, a glass covered compartment allows a photograph or other small keepsake to be kept within, which adds to its personal and affectionate character.

Jewellery Type
locket pendant

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

Source of inspiration
Love and romance

Theme
Heart - The heart has long been used as a symbol to refer to the spiritual, emotional, moral, and in the past also intellectual core of a human being. As the heart was once widely believed to be the seat of the human mind, the word heart continues to be used poetically to refer to the soul, and stylized depictions of hearts are extremely prevalent symbols representing love. (from: Wikipedia)

Material 18K
red gold gold and details in silver (touchstone tested)
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Diamonds
22 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 in our antique and vintage jewellery, regardless of size or shape, are verified by the IJGC laboratory as natural.

Precious stones
Two opals

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
2,48 cm (0,98 inch) x 1,38 cm (0,54 inch)
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Weight
3,10 gram (1,99 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
26085-00213

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A charming Belle Époque love ring, dating to around 1910, centred on a heart shaped cabochon opal with lively green and blue play of colour, with a hint of yellow and small orange red flashes, tied above with a diamond set bow as though offered as a small romantic gift. The slender gold hoop and delicate rose cut diamond clusters give it the lightness so prized in jewels of this period. Tender in mood yet quietly refined, it captures the sentiment and grace that made Belle Époque jewellery so enduring.

Jewellery Type
ring

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
Love and romance

Theme
A wrapped heart tied with a bow and presented as a gift

Material 18K
yellow gold and details in white gold or platinum (touchstone tested)
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Diamonds
Thirteen 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, regardless of their size or shape, in our vintage and antique jewellery are verified as 100% natural by the IJGC laboratory.

Precious stones
One heart shaped cabochon opal

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
band width top of ring 1,14 cm (0,45 inch)
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Weight
2,20 gram (1,41 dwt)

Ring size Continental EU: 50 & 16 , Size USA: 5¼ , Size UK: J½

Resizing
Free resizing (only for extreme resizing we have to charge).
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Adin Reference Nº
26090-00194

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Created by a jeweller from four pairs of antique Flemish earrings in his personal collection this Victorian garland necklace carries a story of craftsmanship and family. Its floral elements remain intact apart from their original ear hooks and came together beneath silver set diamonds and warm red gold backs. If jewels could speak this one would have a wedding story to tell. Each of the jewellers daughters wore it on her wedding day making it a particularly fitting wedding jewel today and a tangible history of love shared across generations.

Jewellery type: necklace

Condition: Good condition for a jewel of this age. The darkening of the foil-backed settings is consistent with age. The former earring elements remain intact, apart from the removed ear hooks.

Country of origin: Probably Belgium.

Style: Victorian, with floral garland elements characteristic of mid-nineteenth-century jewellery.

Period: circa 1850

Source of inspiration: Nature

Theme: Floral garland

Material: 18K red gold backs, touchstone tested, with silver fronts.

Technique: Foil-backed settings. The rose-cut diamonds and senailles are set over foil, now darkened in the manner expected for their age.

Additional information: A marriage assembled by a jeweller from four pairs of antique Flemish earrings from his personal collection. Apart from the removed ear hooks, the individual earring elements have remained intact. His daughters each wore the necklace on their wedding day.

Diamonds: Numerous rose-cut diamonds and senailles, set in darkened foil-backed settings. Rose-cut diamonds and senailles 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 necklace 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 with enduring love and clarity.

Hallmarks: No legible hallmarks or other marks were observed.

Dimensions: Length 41.5 cm (16.34 in) See photograph with a millimetre scale.

Weight: 66.40 grams

Adin Reference Nº: 17073-00105

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A striking example of Grand Victorian craftsmanship, this pendant, crafted in 18K red gold, features a delicately suspended central element adorned with three fancy brown diamonds, evoking a sense of timeless elegance. Above them, a charming fancy yellow diamond completes the composition, adding a subtle touch of romance. Set with an additional 31 old mine cut diamonds, the piece exudes opulence and sentimentality. The graceful curves, paired with a single drop pearl, bring forward the romantic and ornate spirit of the Victorian era, allowing the wearer to feel deeply connected to the past, while creating new memories of their own.

Antique jewelry object group
pendant on chain

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 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. 1860
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Material The pendant is 18K
red gold and the chain is 18K yellow gold (touchstone tested)
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Extra information
The chain is of a more recent date than the pendant. This is not uncommon for a jewel over 100 years old, as chains are naturally subject to wear through regular use.

Diamonds
1 old brilliant cut diamond with an estimated weight of ± 0.02ct, colour fancy yellow, clarity si/i
Three old mine brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 0.30ct, colour fancy brown, clarity si
31 old mine brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 1.84ct colour and clarity F/H, vs/si

Total diamond count
35 pcs.

Total diamond weight
approx. 2.16 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.

Precious stones
One drop pearl

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
pendant 4,48 cm (1,76 inch) x 2,82 cm (1,11 inch), length necklace 42,50 cm (16,73 inch)
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Weight
9,50 gram (6,11 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
24263-00291

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This Victorian locket pendant, dating to around 1860, has a lovely, slightly rounded form with a pleasing weight in the hand. Crafted in 18K yellow gold, its front is centred by a star set with rose cut diamonds and a half seed pearl, surrounded by smaller stars, while the reverse is decorated with a floral motif. It is a quietly romantic piece, celestial on one side and floral on the other, with the private, personal character that gives antique lockets their appeal.

Jewellery Type
locket pendant

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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Period
ca. 1860
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Source of inspiration
Mother Nature

Theme
Front: stars, back: flowers

Material 18K
yellow gold (touchstone tested)
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Diamonds
Six 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.

Precious stones
Three half seed pearls

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April and pearl for June.
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Engraving
The reverse is decorated with a floral motif.

Hallmarks
Illegible remains.
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Dimensions
4,16 cm (1,64 inch) x 2,24 cm (0,88 inch)
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Weight
7,00 gram (4,50 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
26106-00437

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This ring, a harmonious blend of fifties flair and Art Deco's geometric elegance, tells a tale of timeless commitment. Crafted around 1950, it carries the era's spirit, touching the threshold of Retro and Art Deco styles with its platinum gleam and bold design. At its heart, a 2.20 carat untreated emerald, encircled by 14 old mine-cut diamonds totalling approximately 2.24 carat, whispers stories of ancient Roman betrothals and the enduring tradition of engagement rings that became standardised with diamonds in the West around the 1930s. Each stone is a testament to natural beauty and authenticity, echoing a history of love's promise.

Jewellery type
Antique engagement ring (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 1950.

Style: Although most people would call this style Art Deco, it is more accurately described as a product of the 1950s. Strongly influenced by Art Deco and Retro styles, it reflects the evolution of design through mid-century trends. or more info on styles

Style specifics:
This type of jewellery is typical of the 1950s. The Art Deco period had ended just two decades prior and remained a key source of inspiration. Even to the trained eye, it can be challenging to distinguish between Art Deco and 1950s pieces.

Period: ca. 1950
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Material: platinum (touchstone tested)
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Extra information:
Betrothal rings were used in Roman times but only regained popularity in the Western world from the 13th century onward. The first recorded use of a diamond engagement ring was by Archduke Maximilian of Austria in 1477. Before the 20th century, other forms of betrothal gifts, such as sewing thimbles, were often used, particularly in religious communities that avoided jewellery. Diamond rings became widespread from the 1930s onward. Today, around 80% of women receive a diamond engagement ring. (from: Wikipedia)

Precious stones:
• 1 emerald, estimated weight approx. 2.20 carat (natural and untreated)
• 14 old mine brilliant cut diamonds, estimated total weight approx. 2.24 carat (average colour and clarity: H/J, VS/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 for April and emerald for May.
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Hallmarks:
No hallmarks present. The ring 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.
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Dimensions: top of ring 16.8 mm (0.66 inch) × 19.6 mm (0.77 inch) - See picture with a ruler in cm and inches

Weight: 6.00 gram (3.86 dwt)

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

Resizing: Free resizing (only for extreme adjustments a small fee may apply). Due to the way the ring is constructed, not all sizes may be possible, so please enquire in advance.
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Adin Reference Nº: 19343-00010

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This Romantic Victorian necklace, circa 1850, is reminiscent of an elegant gold, diamond, and pearl-adorned collar. Crafted in 18K red and yellow gold with a 14K chain, the piece features edges lined with half natural seed pearls, framing a delicate gold lattice with old mine cut diamonds set at each intersection. At the centre, a bow-shaped ornament sparkles with a prominent old mine brilliant, while the locket beneath, perfect for holding a beloved’s portrait, echoes this motif. With approximately 6.00 carats of diamonds in F/I colour and VS/I clarity, this piece captures the essence of Victorian elegance and romance, making it a true testament to timeless devotion.

Antique jewelry object group
necklace with locket

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. 1850
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Material 18K red and yellow gold pendant and 14K yellow gold necklace (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 European cut diamond with an estimated weight of ± 0.81ct
One old European cut diamond with an estimated weight of ± 0.70ct
50 old brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 4.50ct
Two rose cut diamonds . We do not have the weight of the diamonds which is normal in our trade when it comes to rose cuts.

Total diamond count without rose cuts
52 pcs.

Total diamond weight without rose cuts
approx. 6.00 crt with an average colour and clarity F/I, 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
279 half seed pearls

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April and pearl for June.
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Hallmarks
The Dutch control mark for 14K gold jewelry that was brought to the essay office in finished condition. This hallmark was in use since 1955.
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Dimensions
necklace length 39,00 cm (15,35 inch), height 5,40 cm (2,13 inch), locket 3,94 cm (1,55 inch) x 3,20 cm (1,26 inch)
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Weight
47,00 gram (30,22 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
24211-00279

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Embracing the epitome of Art Deco elegance, this circa 1920 engagement ring, with its abstract geometric motifs, hails from an era renowned for its glamour and sophistication. Crafted in a marriage of platinum and 18K yellow gold, the piece boasts two old mine brilliant cut diamonds, totalling approximately 1.20 carats, and an entourage of 54 old brilliant cut diamonds. Beyond its sparkle, it carries the weight of history; a reminder of times when betrothal gifts evolved from thimbles to the lustrous diamond rings we cherish today. Accentuated by 14 sapphires and a duo of emeralds, this ring is not just a statement of love, but a testament to a bygone era of opulence and the artistry of its day.

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.
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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 and 18K yellow gold (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
Two old mine brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 1.20ct
54 old brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 0.90ct

Total diamond count
56 pcs.

Total diamond weight
approx. 2.10 crt with an average colour and clarity H/K, 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
14 sapphires with an estimated weight of ± 0.20ct
Two emeralds with an estimated weight of ± 0.08ct

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 emerald for May.
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Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
top of ring 2,34 cm (0,92 inch) x 1,08 cm (0,43 inch)
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Weight
5,30 gram (3,41 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
21316-00744

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This high carat gold Claddagh ring, a treasure from the Southern Netherlands circa 1670, is more than a jewel; it's a materialization of enduring love. Its Baroque artistry, resonant with nostalgia and reverence, symbolizes a bond that transcends time. The Claddagh motif, emblematic of affection and fidelity, suggests that the ring once served as a poignant token between two hearts. Now, centuries later, its mystique endures, continuing to tell a tale of love's timeless nature. Admired not only for its exquisite craftsmanship but also as a testament to the everlasting power of love, this ring stands as a poignant reminder that true affection, much like art, is eternal.

Antique jewelry object group
ring

Condition
good condition
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Country of origin
"The Southern Netherlands" refers to the historical term used for the southern region that encompasses present-day Belgium and the southern part of the Netherlands. (Belgium gained independence from the Netherlands in 1831.)
To be more precise, we are contemplating the possibility of a small town in the vicinity of Roermond or Maastricht.

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. 1670
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Source of inspiration
Affection and Love - This is what's known as a Claddagh or Fede Ring. The term 'fede ring' is derived from the Italian phrase 'mani in fede,' which translates to 'hands joined in loyalty.' These rings represent affection through the heart, camaraderie through the hands, and allegiance through the crown.

Material
high carat yellow gold (higher alloy than 18K)
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Extra information
While this ring likely originates from around 1670 and was probably crafted in the Southern Netherlands, its design draws inspiration from the Claddagh style, which has deep Irish origins and is traditionally linked to Claddagh, a coastal village near Galway in Ireland.

Hallmarks
One hallmark showcases a capital 'K' encircled within a standing 5-pointed star, while the other hallmark, in a rectangular shape with truncated corners, bears two capital letters, 'T' and 'B'.
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Dimensions
band width top of ring 1,00 cm (0,39 inch)
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Weight
2,20 gram (1,41 dwt)

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

Resizing
Naturally, it is feasible to resize this ring, but our inclination is to leave it untouched. As individuals who consider ourselves guardians of history for the benefit of future generations, we suggest that the ring's new owner maintains its current state, preserving its historical and artistic significance. While wearing it is certainly an option, we strongly recommend doing so with utmost care and reverence for this venerable jewel, reserving it for truly exceptional occasions.
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Adin Reference Nº
23304-00151

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