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An enchanting Belle Époque engagement ring, circa 1900, of an exceptional silhouette, unites platinum with 18K yellow gold. Its unique form is adorned with a principal 0.63ct old European cut diamond, encircled by ten old mine brilliant cut diamonds with a collective weight of 0.29ct. This extraordinary ring is a symphony of history and artistry, symbolising love's enduring nature, capturing the essence of an era defined by its embrace of elegance and the extraordinary.

Antique jewelry object group
engagement ring (or anniversary 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. 1900
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era.

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

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

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

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

Diamonds
One old European cut diamond with an estimated weight of ± 0.63ct
Ten old mine brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 0.29ct

Total diamond count
Eleven pcs.

Total diamond weight
approx. 0.92 crt with an average colour and clarity G/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.

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April.
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Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
band width top of ring 0,90 cm (0,35 inch)
see picture with a ruler in millimeters and inches

Weight
3,30 gram (2,12 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
22152-00291

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Immerse yourself in the thrill that jewellery experts feel as they unravel the mysteries of an antique's provenance, just as with this ring, hailing from the cusp of the Georgian era, circa 1820, believed to be of Southern Netherlands origin. Crafted from 18k red gold and silver, and set with seven rose cut diamonds, their beauty enhanced by a foil setting, a nearly forgotten craft. Beyond its aesthetic allure, the ring's excellent condition after more than two centuries is a marvel, evoking both admiration and wonder. Holding this ring is like holding a portal to the past, each facet and sparkle hinting at untold stories of love, triumph, and timeless elegance. If only it could speak, imagine the mesmerising tales it would share. Imagine the privilege of wearing such a storied jewel, a beacon of the past's unmatched elegance.

Antique jewelry object group
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
Pre-Victorian -
See also: Pre-Victorian
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Period
ca. 1820
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

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

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

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

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April.
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Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
band width top of ring 0,81 cm (0,32 inch)
see picture with a ruler in millimeters and inches

Weight
3,00 gram (1,93 dwt)

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

Resizing
Free resizing (only for extreme resizing we have to charge).
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Adin Reference Nº
21272-00590

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A playful Victorian brooch from circa 1890, modelled as a stylised bee or fly with finely engraved red gold wings and silver-set accents. Its body is bright with rubies, rose cut diamonds and glinting diamond highlights, while a blue sapphire forms the centre of the thorax. There is something delightfully mischievous about wearing such a tiny jewelled creature on a lapel or shoulder, as if it had just settled there for a moment.

Jewellery Type
brooch

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
unknown

Style
Victorian jewellery - This style refers to jewellery from circa 1837 to 1901 (Britain and the wider Western world). Typical features include gold and silver range from hand finished lockets to stamped pieces, set with garnet, turquoise or star set diamonds. Typical motifs include serpents symbolising eternal love, hearts, anchors and crosses (love, hope and faith), hands for friendship and fidelity, forget-me-nots, ivy and acorns, naturalistic flowers. The style was shaped by reign of Queen Victoria, Industrial Revolution and new technologies, British Empire and global trade routes, Great Exhibition of 1851, archaeological excavations and scholarship, including Pompeii and Troy.
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Style specifics
Grand Victorian - This jewel belongs to the Grand Victorian period, roughly 1860 to 1880. This phase is often associated with more substantial jewels, diamonds, pearls, dark stones and mourning jewellery. The period followed the death of Prince Albert in 1861 and is closely associated with Queen Victoria’s mourning. At the same time, wealth, empire and international influences, including India and Japan, helped shape jewellery design.

Period
ca. 1890
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Source of inspiration
Nature

Theme
a stylised bee

Material 18K
red gold gold and details in silver (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 cut 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
Nine rubies with an approximate total weight of 0.36ct
One sapphire

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

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April, ruby for July and sapphire for September.
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Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
4,20 cm (1,65 inch) x 2,70 cm (1,06 inch)
see picture with a ruler in millimeters and inches

Weight
7,50 gram (4,82 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
26182-00183

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A quintessential bracelet from the Grand Victorian Period, circa 1870, embodies the era's magnificence. Crafted from 18k red gold and silver, it features 25 meticulously set rose-cut diamonds complemented by a central natural orient saltwater pearl, flanked by five strands of delicate pearls. This exquisite piece, presumed Belgian, showcases the opulent design characteristic of the late Victorian aesthetic, influenced by global artistry, yet distinctly Western in execution. A testament to the period's rich cultural tapestry and ornate sensibilities.

Antique jewelry object group: bracelet

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

Country of origin: Although it does not carry any legible control marks we believe this to be of 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 or more info on styles

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

We consider this to be of the Grand Victorian Period.

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

Period: ca. 1870
  -  (events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era)

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

Precious stones: One pearl (most probably real natural orient saltwater)
Five strings of pearls

Birthstones: Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April and pearl for June.
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Hallmarks: No trace.
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Dimensions: diameter of closure Ø 2,55 cm (1,00 inch), total length bracelet 18,50 cm (7,28 inch)

Weight: 34,50 gram (22,18 dwt)

Reference Nº: 16323-00044

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This Late Renaissance diamond ring, if it could speak, would tell a saga spanning centuries, from its creation by Renaissance artisans inspired by a rebirth of beauty and intellect, to being a silent witness to clandestine loves and pivotal destinies. Imagine it recounting the passage through generations, echoing the human quest for connection, beauty, and knowledge. Each story it holds, from grandiose events to intimate moments, is a testament to the enduring artistry and emotional depth that only such a timeless piece can convey, bridging the past and present with its whispers of history.

Antique jewelry object group
late Renaissance ring

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

Style
Renaissance - The Renaissance (Italian: Rinascimento, from ri- "again" and nascere "be born") was a cultural movement that spanned roughly the 14th to the 17th century, beginning in Florence in the Late Middle Ages and later spreading to the rest of Europe. The term is also used more loosely to refer to the historic era, but since the changes of the Renaissance were not uniform across Europe, this is a general use of the term. As a cultural movement, it encompassed a resurgence of learning based on classical sources, the development of linear perspective in painting, and gradual but widespread educational reform. Traditionally, this intellectual transformation has resulted in the Renaissance being viewed as a bridge between the Middle Ages and the Modern era. Although the Renaissance saw revolutions in many intellectual pursuits, as well as social and political upheaval, it is perhaps best known for its artistic developments and the contributions of such polymaths as Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo, who inspired the term "Renaissance man".
See also: Renaissance
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Period
ca. 1600
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Material 18K
yellow gold and 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
Three old brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 0.32ct 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.
All diamonds we offer are screened by the I.J.G.C. for whether they are natural or synthetic, and all diamonds in this jewel are 100% guaranteed to be natural.

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

Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
band width top of ring 0,45 cm (0,18 inch)
see picture with a ruler in millimeters and inches

Weight
1,30 gram (0,84 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
24004-00313

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A paragon of Victorian elegance, this bead necklace with 108 thick blood coral beads, dating back to circa 1900, is steeped in cultural significance. Each bead, varying from 10mm to 12mm, is a tribute to the Buddhist tradition of meditation and mindfulness, representing the mortal desires of mankind. The necklace, with its substantial length of 100cm, is not just a piece of jewellery but a spiritual talisman, a connection to the rich tapestry of history and the pursuit of enlightenment.

Antique jewelry object group: bead necklace

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

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

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

Precious stones: 108 coral beads with a diameter between 10mm and 12mm

Extra information: Conventional Buddhist tradition counts the beads at 108, signifying the mortal desires of mankind. The number is attributed to the Mokugenji (soapberry seed) Sutra wherein Shakyamuni Buddha instructed King Virudhaka to make such beads and recite the Three Jewels of Buddhism. In later years, various Buddhist sects would either retain the number of beads, or divide them into consecutive twos, fours, for brevity or informality.

A decorative tassel is sometimes attached to the beads, flanked by talismans or amulets depending on one's local tradition. Because prayer beads are often painted in pigment, various traditional schools attribute a consecration ritual by the Sangha to the beads, to "open the eyes" for the purpose of achieving Enlightenment unique to the Karma of each believer. (From: Wikipedia)

Dimensions: total length 100,00 cm (39,37 inch) - See picture with a ruler in cm and inches

Weight: 197.90 gram (127.25 dwt)

Reference Nº: 19262-00321

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When untreated rubies of over 10 carats weight are a rarity, imagine what this 13½ carat untreated ruby must be then! Thirteen carat fifty two, is huge! Set in a special made ring that is covered with brilliant cut diamonds at all the ring's available outer places, makes you look again, and again, and again. Smooth to wear cause low on the hand. When you Google "eye candy", Google should offer you this ring as first choice. If not, then it's a obvious error in Google's algorithm.

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

Condition: good 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
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Material: platinum and 18K red gold
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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): ± 100 old mine brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 1.50ct. (colour and clarity: G/I, vs/si).

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

Precious stones: One natural untreated (!) ruby with a weight of 13.52ct.
colour etc.: natural inclusions pattern, no indications of treatment have been found (see pictures to see the IGI certificate)
Treatment: untreated !

Birthstones: Ruby is the birthstone (or month stone) for July and diamond for April.
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Hallmarks: "PT 950" and "Hast", "Mast" or "Rast" (the first letter is hard to read) indicating the ring to be platinum and the maker to be the this "*ast".
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Dimensions: top of ring 1,78 cm (0,70 inch) x 1,45 cm (0,57 inch)

Weight: 7,10 gram (4,57 dwt)

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

Resizing: Free resizing (only for extreme resizing we have to charge).
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Reference Nº: 17059-00258

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Looking forward to whatever road lying ahead, this Italian Fifties 18K gold carriage built in Mellerio style has the ability to carry you to any gala you could ever imagine.

As your fairy godmother, Adin promises that the coach won't change into a pumpkin, so even after midnight you can count on these white gold wheels to take you away in this yellow gold frame with diamonds and sapphires embedded in whimsical opaline enamel as the white gold lanterns light your path. However, the driver's got a mind of his own, being a former horse as you know.

Antique jewelry object group: brooch

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

Country of origin: Italy

Style: Vintage Fifties (of the twentieth century)
  -  See also: Fifties (of the twentieth century) or more info on styles

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

Period: ca. 1950
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Source of inspiration: Although this jewel is NOT signed Mellerio it has all characteristics of a typical Mellerio jewel. Even more, this model is typically a Mellerio model.

Theme: carriage

Material: 18K bi-color (yellow and white) 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).

Extra information: Mellerio - François Mellerio (1772-1843) created the foundations of the current house, MELLERIO dits MELLER. Set up at 4, rue du Coq-Saint-Honoré (today rue Marengo), his establisment rapidly grew under the Empire, thanks to Empress Josephine who bought small items from him and attracted in her wake the Emperor's family, the new nobility and the old aristocracy standing together. In 1815 at the end of the Empire, he transferred the house to 22, rue de la Paix and in the following year went into partnership with his brother Jean-Jacques. Highly prized by the Orleans family, his most important customer, Mellerio was elevated, after the accession of the Duc d'Orléans to the throne in 1830, to the rank of official supplier to Queen Marie-Amélie, King Louis-Philippe and the royal family.

During the period of the economic crisis caused by the 1848 Revolution, the two brothers thought up the project of setting up an establissement in Spain, which was accomplished in 1850 with the opening of a shop in Madrid "Mellerio-Hermanos" which rapidly received large orders from Queen Isabelle II and the grandees of Spain. The Second Empire was one of the finest periods for the Mellerio house in Paris. Worthy heirs of their forebears François (born in 1943) and Olivier (born in 1945) the current managers are carrying on this high level of know-how, which warrants that the House is a member of the Comité Colbert and the High Jewelers of France.
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Diamond(s): Two brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 0.02ct.
One baguette (long rectangular) cut diamond with an estimated weight of ± 0.03ct.

Total diamond count: Three pcs.

Total diamond weight: approx. 0.05 crt. with an average colour and clarity: F/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. Also we have all diamonds screened by the IJGC - lab (www.ijgc-worldwide.com) for whether they are natural or synthetic, and all diamonds in this jewel are 100% guaranteed to be natural!

Precious stones: 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. with an estimated weight of ± 0.12ct.
- 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: "750" indicating 18K gold and "160AL" as master mark for Lunati in Allesandria, Italy
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Dimensions: height 4,10 cm (1,61 inch)

Weight: 14,60 gram (9,39 dwt)

Reference Nº: 19220-00011

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Circa 1900 Art Nouveau brooch in 18ct yellow gold, formed as a whiplash spray of ribbons and a blossoming flower. Eight tapered pearls, often called ‘dogtooth’ pearls, are set as petals around a warm gold centre, their soft lustre playing against the lightly textured goldwork. A charming, sculptural jewel of the period. Unmarked, with safety chain.

Jewellery Type
brooch

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
unknown

Style
Art Nouveau - Art Nouveau (French for New Style) is an international movement and style of art, architecture and applied art - especially the decorative arts - that peaked in popularity at the turn of the 20th century (1890–1905).

The name "Art Nouveau" is French for "new art". It is also known as Jugendstil, German for "youth style", named after the magazine Jugend, which promoted it, and in Italy, Stile Liberty from the department store in London, Liberty & Co., which popularised the style, and in Holland as “Sla-olie-stijl”, Dutch for “salad oil style” after a advertisement poster for this product that was made in that style.

A reaction to academic art of the 19th century, it is characterized by organic, especially floral and other plant-inspired motifs, as well as highly stylized, flowing curvilinear forms. Art Nouveau is an approach to design according to which artists should work on everything from architecture to furniture, making art part of everyday life. Although Art Nouveau fell out of favour with the arrival of 20th-century modernist styles, it is seen today as an important bridge between the historicism of Neoclassicism and modernism.
See also: Art Nouveau
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Style specifics
Art Nouveau - The floral ornaments and botanical designs are very typical for the Art Nouveau style. Also the use of curvilinear lines is typical for this period.

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

Source of inspiration
flower symbolism

Theme
blooming flower

Material 18K
yellow gold (touchstone tested)
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Extra information
These unusual tapered pearls are often called “dogtooth pearls” in the jewellery trade, a descriptive term for elongated freshwater pearls shaped like small fangs or petals. Around 1900, such pearls were frequently used as stylised flower petals, because their soft lustre and gentle irregularity bring a natural, lively effect to the design. They are traditionally associated with North American river mussels, including the wider Mississippi River system, which supplied freshwater pearls used in antique and early twentieth century jewellery.

Precious stones
Eight pearls

Birthstones
Pearl is the birthstone (or month stone) for June.
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Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
6,60 cm (2,60 inch) x 4,90 cm (1,93 inch)
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Weight
21,40 gram (13,76 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
25363-00274

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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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A refined platinum engagement ring from around 1950, echoing the Art Deco style that inspired much of mid-century design. Centred with a certified brilliant-cut diamond of 1.91 carats, I colour and VS2 clarity, surrounded by sixteen smaller diamonds totalling about 0.64 carat. The scalloped halo and precise craftsmanship highlight the clean elegance and balance of its time, making it a timeless choice for an engagement or a meaningful anniversary celebration.

Jewellery Type
engagement ring (or anniversary ring)

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
Belgium

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

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

Material
platinum (touchstone tested)
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Diamonds
One brilliant cut diamond with an estimated weight of ± 1.91ct colour and clarity I, VS2 (see pictures for certificate)
Sixteen brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 0.64ct colour and clarity F/H, vvs/vs
Total diamond count without rose cuts
Seventeen pcs.

Total diamond weight
approx. 2.55 crt

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

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

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

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April.
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Hallmarks
remains of "pt950" Which is the Belgian control mark for platinum
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Dimensions
band width top of ring 1,36 cm (0,54 inch)
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Weight
5,10 gram (3,28 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
25238-00015

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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
  -  (more info on precious metals)

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.
  -  (more info on birthstones)

Hallmarks: Illegible remains.
  -  (more info on hallmarks)

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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Presenting a splendid Belle Époque necklace and brooch ensemble, a testament to the opulent era it hails from. Crafted meticulously in 18K yellow gold and platinum, this masterpiece radiates timeless elegance. Adorned with a magnificent rose-cut diamond centerpiece, embellished with 108 smaller rose-cut diamonds and senailles, it exemplifies exquisite craftsmanship. The intricate enamelling technique adds an artistic touch, while the presence of lustrous pearls, including one large and 15 smaller, enhances its allure. This piece encapsulates the essence of Belle Époque luxury, a masterpiece worthy of the most discerning connoisseur.

Antique jewelry object group: necklace with pendant that can be worn as brooch too

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

Country of origin: unknown, but imported into the Austria-Hungarian Empire (because of the hallmarks in the piece)

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. or more info on styles

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

Material: 18K yellow gold and platinum (touchstone tested)
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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): One large rose cut diamond and 108 smaller 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 IJGC - lab (www.ijgc-worldwide.com ) for whether they are natural or synthetic, and all diamonds in this jewel are 100% guaranteed to be natural.

Precious stones: One large and 15 smaller pearls (most probably natural)

Birthstones: Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April and pearl for June.
  -  (more info on birthstones)

Hallmarks: Austrian Hungarian hallmark for goods imported into the empire between 1866 and 1937
  -  (more info on hallmarks)

Dimensions: width brooch 4,98 cm (1,96 inch), circumference necklace 42,00 cm (16,54 inch) - See picture with a ruler in cm and inches

Weight: 20,00 gram (12,86 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº: 20198-00036

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Discover an extraordinary pair of rings - one an exquisite platinum Estate ring from the 1950s with Colombian emeralds and diamonds, the other a silver duplicate adorned with strass stones. In the past, elites had duplicates made for travel, but the reasons were often forgotten. This rarity, with its original and duplicate rings, is a testament to that tradition. The platinum ring features emeralds and diamonds, reminiscent of a Greek sanctuary, while the duplicate offers versatility. Both await you in Leysen's treasure box, offering timeless elegance and a touch of history.

At first, we thought we were seeing double but immediately we realised how exceptional this pair of rings really is. One jewel is a most valuable platinum Estate ring from the Fifties with high class Colombian emeralds and diamonds. The other seems to be the exact same ring crafted in perfect resemblance but in silver with green and colourless strass stones.

Up to the Fifties of the last century it was not uncommon for the happy few to have their most precious jewellery pieces reproduced in less expensive materials. These reproductions -called dummies- were crafted specifically to wear on long journeys and cruises. Unfortunately, this custom was so well kept in discretion that most people lost sight of the reason of having a duplicate. So nowadays, such pairs are hardly being found as a couple anymore which makes of this valuable ring together with its pseudo-twin truly a unique collection.

Within this particular pair, the spectacular original platinum ring arrays three centrally decreasing emeralds with an upper and lower brim of five brilliant cut diamonds. This plateau of gems transcends from a left and right diamond-encrusted volute. Central in the two capital rims of this stylized column shaped top, a brilliant cut diamond enhances the allure of wearing a Greek sanctuary on your hand even more. As a Greek goddess, you could bath in this sea of diamond shimmer created by the light swirling through the azure-cut settings.

The authentic ring as well as its duplicated counterpart equal in appearance are just waiting to be found in the original treasure box of Leysen, who's a certified jewellery supplier to the Belgian Royal Court. Having the opportunity to wear this powerful design on any possible occasion, envision yourself completely giving in to the moment without giving in on any of your own unique glory.

Antique jewelry object group: Ring in most precious materials and a duplicate -also called "dummy"- ring.

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

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

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

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

Period: ca. 1950
  -  (events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era)

Material: Original piece in platinum and dummy piece in silver.
  -  (more info on precious metals)

Extra information: The custom of wearing a replica or "dummy" instead of the authentic jewel comes from the desire of the elite to take their glamorous trinkets along their extensive travels. Thanks to the imitation pieces, they could leave the originals safely in their vault. So without anyone realising the clever switch between the true jewel and the reproduction, it had become possible for them to simply enjoy their favourite and personal belongings anywhere.

Imagine the chance to enjoy a stride gracefully along a fashionable promenade, to be swept away by a sea breeze on the deck of a cruise ship, to be fully engaged in a soirée conversation, to have your eyes stuck only on a stunning foreign view, but how easy it is to loose any trinket on such events -dummy or not. So after all this time still being able to present the authentic ring together with the ring that's afforded to be lost, that can only be a miracle.

Although the terms "dummy" and "copy" are no flattering words for any meticulously crafted jewel, make no mistake: it's only the original ring's counterpart that embodies the most precious adventures of its owner.

Description of stones in platinum ring:
36 old European cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 1.50ct. (colour and clarity: F/G, vs/si). And three emeralds (most probably Colombian) with a total weight of approximately 1.10 crt (1 ± 0.70 and 2 ± 0.20 each)
- weights of emeralds and diamonds, color grades and clarity are approximate since the stones were not removed from their mounts to preserve the integrity of the setting.

Description of stones in dummy ring:
Three green and 36 colourless strass stones (also called paste) as diamond and emerald imitation.

Birthstones: Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April and emerald for May.
  -  (more info on birthstones)

Hallmarks: No trace.
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Dimensions: Top ca. 11,60mm (0.47 inch) x 12,40mm (0.49 inch)

Weight: Both rings 15,50 gram (9,97 dwt) - Platinum ring 8,70 gram (5,59 dwt), dummy ring 6,80 gram (4.37 dwt)

Ring size:
Platinum ring Size Continental 54 & 17¼ , Size US 6¾ , Size UK: N
Silver ring Size Continental: 55 & 17½ , Size US 7¼ , Size UK: O

Resizing: Free resizing (only for extreme resizing we have to charge).
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Reference Nº: 16281-00017

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Victorian peacock jewel, circa 1860 to 1870, with a detachable mounting so it can be worn either as a brooch or as a hair comb. Caught mid display, the tail reads as a fan of rose cut diamonds and senaille chips, pricked with red and green accents, with faint traces of blue enamel still visible, and finished with a lustrous pearl drop. A charming piece of period theatre, with the slightly puzzling history of later fittings and alterations at the back. Attributed to Gustave Baugrand, unconfirmed.

Jewellery Type
convertible brooch and hair comb (detachable comb), with later stand element

Condition
good condition, with visible traces of past repairs and alterations, including at the rear where the tail elements meet the central section, and at various points to the reverse behind the green stone settings.
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Country of origin
France, probably (attribution discussed below), with later alterations and re assaying noted.

Style
Victorian. The term Victorian is used for the decorative arts and jewellery produced during the reign of Queen Victoria (1837 to 1901). In jewellery it covers a wide range of expressions, from revival styles to naturalistic and exotic influences, with changing tastes across the century.
See also: Victorian
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Style specifics
The Grand Victorian Period. The reign of Queen Victoria (1837 to 1901) is often divided into three broad phases: the Romantic period (1837 to 1860), the Grand period (1860 to 1880), and the Late or Aesthetic period (1880 to 1901).

We consider this jewel to belong to the Grand Victorian period.

In these decades, jewellery could be richly ornamental and technically ambitious, with a strong taste for naturalistic motifs and for surface effects created through a combination of diamonds, coloured stones, enamel, and contrasting metals.

Period
circa 1860 to 1870
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Source of inspiration
Mother Nature (naturalistic bird motif)

Theme
Peacock - A naturalistic peacock depicted in full, with particular emphasis on the tail display and feather "eye" patterning rendered through diamonds and coloured accents.

Material 18K, 14K yellow and red gold, and silver (touchstone tested). Silver is used to the front where the diamonds are set, with gold to the reverse, as was common for diamond set jewellery of this period. The presence of both 14K and 18K gold in the same jewel is less typical and is discussed further below.
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Technique
silver topped setting for the diamond decoration (rose cuts and senailles), with coloured stone accents and a pearl. Traces of blue enamel remain visible on the body.

Extra information
As presented today, the peacock element can be fitted either with a brooch pin or with a detachable comb, allowing it to be worn as a brooch or as a hair ornament. The reverse shows clear traces of past repairs and alterations. The screw receiver (the "nut") fixed to the reverse of the peacock is very likely original, whereas the screw fittings (the "bolts") on the brooch pin and on the comb are clearly later, and they do not appear to match each other. The pin assembly carries a Dutch re assay mark (585 and Z1).

Diamonds
180 rose cut diamonds and senailles . A senaille is a simplified rose cut diamond, a small diamond chip with a few polished facets. No individual or total diamond weight is available, which is normal in our trade for rose cuts and senailles, as the stones are not removed from their settings.

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
red stones, a mix of red gemstones (unconfirmed) and red strass (also called paste)

Fifteen green stones, a mix of emeralds (unconfirmed) and green strass, set as accents

One (most probably natural) pearl

All colour 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 pearl for June . If the green stones include emeralds as suspected, emerald is the birthstone for May . If the red stones include rubies as suspected, ruby is the birthstone for July.
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More background information
• Peacock jewels in mid nineteenth century France, including the taste for jewelled birds in the Second Empire period.
• Comparable peacock brooches: Diva Antwerp (DMK051) and related examples discussed in Henri Vever, French Jewelry of the Nineteenth Century (English ed., Purcell translation).
• In that same volume (p. 772), a Maison Baugrand pendant dated 1869, set with diamonds and pearls, offers a clear visual parallel for the unusually fine, repeated small diamond mounts, including S shaped pierced borders framing the diamond work, seen in the peacock’s tail.
• The Exposition Universelle of 1867 and the circle of Paris jewellers associated with naturalistic and enamelled work; the author notes that Baugrand won the cross of the Légion d'Honneur for his remarkable display in 1867.
• Baugrand is treated repeatedly in the book; the index lists numerous references to Gustave Baugrand and the Baugrand house.

Brand
Attributed to Gustave Baugrand (unconfirmed; see Attribution notes below)

Attribution notes
The attribution to Gustave Baugrand is based on published comparanda and literature references, and on construction details. In the absence of a signature or a maker’s mark (the identifying mark registered to an individual maker or workshop), it cannot be stated with certainty. The mixed metal construction and the presence of both 14K and 18K gold, together with evidence of later repairs, refitting, and Dutch reassay marks on a later brooch fitting, are part of this assessment.

Hallmarks
Dutch reassay marks on the later brooch fitting: 585 and Z1. These marks relate to the later pin assembly, not to the original peacock element. Other components are unmarked; metals are touchstone tested.
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Dimensions
Peacock as a brooch: 5.6 x 4.6 cm (2.20 x 1.81 in). Peacock with comb extended: 4.6 x 18.8 cm (1.81 x 7.40 in). Height on stand with comb angled: 7.0 cm (2.76 in).
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Weight
31,60 gram (20.32 dwt)

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This 18K gold wedding band, dating from around 1700, features a restrained and elegant design. The band is adorned with tightly spaced parallel grooves that run in the direction of the finger, adding subtle texture to its smooth surface. A slender oval of gold rests on one section of the band, possibly meant for engraving, adding a touch of distinction. Imagine wearing a ring with such history for your own vows—a tangible connection to centuries of love and commitment, quietly reflecting the elegance of its era.

Antique jewelry object group
ring, wedding band

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
unknown

Style

Baroque - Baroque is an artistic style that dominated Europe from the late 16th century to the early 18th century. Often described as "the leading style in European art between the Mannerist and Rococo periods, characterised by dynamic movement, heightened emotion, and bold expression."
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Period
ca. 1700
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Material 18K
yellow gold (touchstone tested)
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Hallmarks
Three hallmarks, two of which are fairly recognizable, certainly 18th century, possibly older:
- A star or flower with five petals, Maastricht, circa 1700 (?)
- A date letter (?), 'T' for 1704 (?) While it is not certain that these are the exact explanations for the hallmarks, they seem to be the closest match.

Additionally, two letters 'A H' are struck inside the ring.
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Dimensions
band width 0,33 cm (0,13 inch)
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Weight
3,50 gram (2,25 dwt)

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

Resizing
Resizing is possible but because of the age of the ring we prefer to leave it untouched. Return policy on this ring is not valid anymore once this work has been done.
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Adin Reference Nº
24121-00302

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Antique jewelry object group: brooch

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

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

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

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

Period: ca. 1920
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Material: Silver on top and backed with 18K red gold (see explanation on silver on gold).
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Diamond(s): 84 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: 14 fancy cut onyx
Five pearls (most likely natural)

Birthstones: Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April, onyx for July and pearl for June.
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Hallmarks: No trace.
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Dimensions: 6,60 cm (2,60 inch) x 2,05 cm (0,81 inch)

Weight: 12,50 gram (8,04 dwt)

Reference Nº: 18309-00001

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Holding this late Victorian French brooch, one is immediately struck by the impeccable craftsmanship and the exquisite quality of the stones. The precision-cut intense green emeralds, along with the uniquely shaped sapphires and colourless diamonds, manifest a remarkable standard of artistry. This piece is more than just jewellery; it's a tangible connection to a bygone era, igniting a profound "must-have" emotion, especially resonant with collectors of antique jewels. The brooch's intricate design and vibrant colours not only capture the eye but also the heart, embodying a timeless allure that transcends mere aesthetic appeal.

Antique jewelry object group
Fleur-de-Lis Splendour: Antique French Brooch with Intense Green Essence

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

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

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

Period
ca. 1890
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Source of inspiration
Mother Nature

Theme
Fleur-de-lis - The fleur-de-lis (also spelled fleur-de-lys) is a stylized lily (in French, fleur means "flower", and lis means "lily") that is used as a decorative design or symbol. The fleur-de-lis has been used in the heraldry of numerous European nations, but is particularly associated with France, notably during its monarchical period. (from: Wikipedia)

Material
18K yellow gold (touchstone tested)
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Diamonds
Nine old brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 0.12ct colour and clarity F/G, 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
Nine sapphires and 72 intense green emeralds
It is a very common practice to treat gemstones to intensify their clarity or colour. The item in question has not been tested in this regard.

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April, sapphire for September and emerald for May.
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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
2,67 cm (1,05 inch) x 2,36 cm (0,93 inch)
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Weight
5,00 gram (3,21 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
23167-00365

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An exquisite vintage bar brooch crafted in platinum, adorned with a central old brilliant-cut diamond of approximately 1.00ct, complemented by 50 additional diamonds. Together, these diamonds weigh an estimated 4.92ct in total. Drawing inspiration from the Art Deco era, yet firmly reflecting the Fifties aesthetic, this brooch seamlessly combines geometric precision with timeless elegance. Its bold design and meticulous craftsmanship make it a striking choice, particularly suited for gentlemen seeking to add a touch of individuality and refinement to the lapel of a tailored suit.

Antique jewelry object group
bar brooch

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
unknown

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

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

Material
platinum (touchstone tested) - Although the entire jewel is made of platinum, the pin of the brooch is crafted from 18K gold, which is typical for such pieces due to gold's greater hardness compared to platinum, making it more suitable for brooch needles.
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Diamonds
One old brilliant cut diamond with an estimated weight of ± 1.00ct colour and clarity I/J, si
30 old mine brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 3.42ct colour and clarity G/I, vs/si
Twenty single brilliant cut diamonds (also called 8/8) with an estimated weight of ± 0.50ct colour and clarity H/J, vs/i

Total diamond count
51 pcs.

Total diamond weight
approx. 4.92 crt

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

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

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

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April.
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Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
5,79 cm (2,28 inch) x 1,72 cm (0,68 inch)
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Weight
9,80 gram (6,30 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
24338-00164

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This captivating combined brooch-pendant, dating back to the Romantic Victorian Period around 1860, is a remarkable example of Victorian artistry. Crafted in 18K yellow gold, this versatile piece features nine rose cut diamonds and 18 half seed pearls, embodying the era's love for intricate design and sentimental motifs. The enamelling technique used enhances the jewel's allure, showcasing a craftsmanship that celebrates both beauty and innovation. This piece, adaptable as both a brooch and a pendant, offers a glimpse into the rich history and romantic essence of the Victorian era, making it not only a stunning accessory but also a wearable piece of history.

Antique jewelry object group: combined brooch-pendant

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: 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. 1860
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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). and The rose cuts are set on foil. This is a special technique that was used to bring the lustre of the diamonds to its best quality.

Extra information: Brooch and pendant - Thanks to a discreetly placed ring system in the back, this jewel can also be worn either as a brooch or as a pendant. Both bail and pin can be unscrewed for optimal wear.

Diamond(s): Nine rose cut diamonds. We do not have the weight of the diamonds which is normal in our trade when it comes to rose cuts.

Precious stones: 18 half seed pearls

Birthstones: Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April. and pearl for June.
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Hallmarks: No trace.
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Dimensions: height as pendant 9,00 cm (3,54 inch)

Weight: 18,70 gram (12,02 dwt)

Reference Nº: 17086-00044

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This splendid Art Nouveau pendant, doubling as a brooch, epitomises the turn of the 20th century elegance. Hailing from around 1900, possibly of Belgian origin, it showcases the era's quintessential curvilinear and floral motifs. Crafted in a harmonious blend of platinum and 18K yellow gold, it is adorned with four old European cut diamonds, totalling approximately 1.00ct, alongside 64 rose cut diamonds and senailles, radiating timeless charm. A testament to the era where art became part of everyday life, this piece perfectly captures the spirit of Art Nouveau.

Antique jewelry object group: combined brooch-pendant

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

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

Style: Art Nouveau - Art Nouveau (French for New Style) is an international movement and style of art, architecture and applied art - especially the decorative arts - that peaked in popularity at the turn of the 20th century (1890–1905).

The name "Art Nouveau" is French for "new art". It is also known as Jugendstil, German for "youth style", named after the magazine Jugend, which promoted it, and in Italy, Stile Liberty from the department store in London, Liberty & Co., which popularised the style, and in Holland as “Sla-olie-stijl”, Dutch for “salad oil style” after a advertisement poster for this product that was made in that style.

A reaction to academic art of the 19th century, it is characterized by organic, especially floral and other plant-inspired motifs, as well as highly stylized, flowing curvilinear forms. Art Nouveau is an approach to design according to which artists should work on everything from architecture to furniture, making art part of everyday life. Although Art Nouveau fell out of favour with the arrival of 20th-century modernist styles, it is seen today as an important bridge between the historicism of Neoclassicism and modernism.
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Style specifics: Art Nouveau - The use of curvilinear lines is typical for this period.

Period: ca. 1900
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Material: platinum and 18K yellow gold
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Diamond(s): Four old European cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 1.00ct. (colour and clarity: H/J, si/i).
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 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.

Birthstones: Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April.
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Hallmarks: No trace.
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Dimensions: height 5,27 cm (2,07 inch) x width 3,93 cm (1,55 inch)

Weight: 14,90 gram (9,58 dwt)

Reference Nº: 19087-00046

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Victorian fox head stickpin, Grand Victorian period, circa 1880, in 14K red gold with a silver modelled mask. The alert muzzle and pricked ears are set with rose cut diamonds, their foil backing lending a soft, candlelit glitter, and finished with two small red cabochons for eyes. A witty, well observed nature motif, light on the lapel yet unmistakably of its era.

Jewellery Type
pin/brooch

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
unknown

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

Source of inspiration
Mother Nature

Theme
fox head

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

Diamonds
28 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 cabochon
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
Fox head 1,10 cm (0,43 inch) x 0,78 cm (0,31 inch), total length pin 4,00 cm (1,57 inch)
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Weight
3,50 gram (2,25 dwt)

26019-00131

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This bar brooch straddles the transition from Belle Époque's opulence to Art Deco's streamlined modernity, suggesting a Belgian heritage, circa 1920. In excellent condition, it features a symphony of 105 diamonds, including old brilliant, Swiss, and single cuts, totaling approximately 4.70 carats, set in luxurious platinum. The central gem, an old brilliant cut diamond of roughly 1.00 carat, J/K colour, and vs/si clarity, commands attention. Complemented by 36 pearls, it echoes the era's fascination with nature and geometry. A piece that whispers the extravagance of the Belle Époque and the boldness of the Art Deco period, it's a historical mosaic of beauty and precision.

Antique jewelry object group: bar brooch

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

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

Style specifics: This is something between Belle Époque and Art Deco.
The Belle Époque (French for "Beautiful Era") was a period in European social history that began during the late 19th century from the Franco-Prussian War (1870-1871) and lasted until World War I (1914-18).

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

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


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

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

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

Period: ca. 1920
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Material: platinum
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Diamond(s): One old brilliant cut diamond with an estimated weight of ± 1.00ct. (colour and clarity: J/K, vs/si).
104 a mixture of old brilliant cut diamonds, Swiss brilliant cut diamonds (also called 16/16) and single brilliant cut diamonds (also called 8/8) with an estimated weight of ± 3.70ct. (colour and clarity: G/J, vs/i).
Total diamond weight: approx. 4.70 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 (most likely natural) pearls

Birthstones: Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April and pearl for June.
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Hallmarks: No trace.
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Dimensions: 8,30 cm (3,27 inch) x 1,84 cm (0,72 inch)

Weight: 16,80 gram (10,80 dwt)

Reference Nº: 18115-00042

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

Antique jewelry object group
combined brooch-pendant on chain

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
unknown

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

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

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

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

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

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

Source of inspiration
ribbon bows

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

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


Total diamond count
110 pcs.

Total diamond weight
approx. 8.14 crt with an average colour and clarity F/J, vs/si

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

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April.
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Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
brooch/pendant 4,70 cm (1,85 inch) x 6,00 cm (2,36 inch) length necklace 43
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Weight
20,40 gram (13,12 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
22152-00220

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An exquisite piece from the roaring twenties, this Art Deco bracelet artfully combines the luminosity of seven pearls with the brilliance of six old-cut diamonds totalling approximately 1.02 carats, set in a fine band of 18K white and yellow gold. The bracelet embodies the era's penchant for abstract motifs and geometric forms, reflecting an elegant, glamorous, and decidedly modern design aesthetic. A timeless treasure, it resonates with the vibrancy of an iconic period in art and fashion.

Antique jewelry object group
bracelet

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
unknown

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

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

Material 18K
white and yellow gold (touchstone tested)
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Diamonds
Six old brilliant cut with an estimated weight of ± 1.02ct 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
Seven (natural?) pearls

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April and pearl for June.
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Hallmarks
remains of "18" indicating 18K gold
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Dimensions
length 17,80 cm (7,01 inch), width center 0,41 cm (0,16 inch)
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Weight
11,10 gram (7,14 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
24137-00350

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A pendant exuding the elegance of the Art Deco era, circa 1920, likely of Belgian provenance. In good condition, it showcases the period's signature geometric forms and abstract motifs, encapsulating the time's zest for modernism and luxury. Crafted from platinum, it is adorned with 98 old European and single brilliant cut diamonds, totalling approximately 5.57 carats of H/J, vs/i quality, their integrity preserved by meticulous setting. Complementing the sparkle, 14 lab-produced baguette cut sapphires reflect the era's appreciation for beauty over material value. A piece where history's whisper meets the glamour of the Roaring Twenties.

Antique jewelry object group: pendant

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

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

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

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

Period: ca. 1920
  -  (events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era)

Material: platinum
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Diamond(s): 70 old European cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 5.01ct.
28 single brilliant cut diamonds (also called 8/8) with an estimated weight of ± 0.56ct.

Total diamond count: 98 pcs.

Total diamond weight: approx. 5.57 crt. with an average colour and clarity: H/J, vs/i.

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

Precious stones: 14 baguette cut sapphires (lab produced) (also called verneuil sapphire). The fact that these stones are lab produced 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: 2,60 cm (1,02 inch) x 6,07 cm (2,39 inch)

Weight: 12,20 gram (7,84 dwt)

Reference Nº: 18276-00099

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This exquisite 1920s Art Deco bracelet captures the spirit of a transformative era with geometric precision and timeless elegance. Rendered in 18K white gold, its design highlights a central motif adorned with a dazzling constellation of 67 natural diamonds. The brilliance extends gracefully beyond the centrepiece, with stones meticulously set along the bracelet’s arching form, shimmering as they flow around the wrist. The interplay of old brilliant and single cut diamonds, enhanced by delicate milgrain accents, evokes both luxury and artistry. A wearable masterpiece from the Roaring Twenties, this bracelet embodies modernity, glamour, and artistic revolution.

Antique jewelry object group
bracelet

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
unknown

Style
Art Deco - Art Deco is an eclectic artistic and design style which had its origins in Paris in the first decades of the 20th century. The style originated in the 1920s and continued to be employed until after World War II. The term "art deco" first saw wide use after an exhibition in 1966, referring to the 1925 Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes that was the culmination of high-end style modern in Paris. Led by the best designers in the decorative arts such as fashion, and interior design, Art Deco affected all areas of design throughout the 1920s and 1930s, including architecture and industrial design, as well as the visual arts such as painting, the graphic arts and film. At the time, this style was seen as elegant, glamorous, functional and modern.
See also: Art Deco
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 18K
white gold (touchstone tested)
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Diamonds
Five old brilliant cut with an estimated weight of ± 0.44ct
62 single brilliant cut diamonds (also called 8/8) with an estimated weight of ± 1.80ct

Total diamond count
67 pcs.

Total diamond weight without rose cuts
approx. 2.24 crt with an average colour and clarity F/H, si/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.

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April.
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Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
19,10 cm (7,52 inch) x 1,00 cm (0,39 inch)
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Weight
10,80 gram (6,94 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
24351-00110

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A testament to the elegance of the 1960s, this vintage engagement ring, believed to be of American origin, is a dazzling creation in platinum. At its heart lies a pale pink rubelite, a red natural variety of tourmaline, radiating with gentle hues. Flanking this serene centerpiece are two tapered baguette diamonds, their precise cut enhancing the ring's overall allure. Reflecting the style and sophistication of its era, this piece not only symbolizes love but also serves as a timeless artifact of its period's exquisite craftsmanship.

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 American origin.

Style
Vintage Sixties (of the twentieth century)
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Period
ca. 1960
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Material
platinum (touchstone tested)
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Diamonds
Two tapered baguette (long rectangular) cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 1.00ct colour and clarity E/G, vvs/vs
All diamond weights, color grades and clarity are approximate since stones are not removed from their mounts to preserve the integrity of the setting.
All diamonds we offer are screened by the I.J.G.C. for whether they are natural or synthetic, and all diamonds in this jewel are 100% guaranteed to be natural.

Precious stone
One pale pink rubelite (red natural variety of natural tourmaline with an estimated weight of ± 2.85ct
Measurements: 9.33 x 7.66 x 4.87mm
Transparency: Transparent
Cut: Rectangular facetted
Clarity: Included
Comments: rubellite in general is commonly heated/irradiated.

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April and tourmaline for October.
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Hallmarks
"10% IRID PLAT" indicating the metal to be 90% platinum and 10% iridium
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Dimensions
top of ring 0,85 cm (0,33 inch) x 1,91 cm (0,75 inch)
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Weight
6,40 gram (4,12 dwt)

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

Resizing
Free resizing (only for extreme resizing we have to charge).
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Adin Reference Nº
21162-00447

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

Antique jewelry object group
engagement ring (or anniversary ring)

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
unknown

Style
Late-Victorian - Victorian decorative arts refers to the style of decorative arts during the Victorian era. The Victorian era is known for its eclectic revival and interpretation of historic styles and the introduction of cross-cultural influences from the middle east and Asia in furniture, fittings, and Interior decoration.

Victorian design is widely viewed as having indulged in a regrettable excess of ornament. The Arts and Crafts movement, the aesthetic movement, Anglo-Japanese style, and Art Nouveau style have their beginnings in the late Victorian era.
See also: late-Victorian
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Style specifics
The Late or Aesthetic Victorian Period - Experts divide the reign of Queen Victoria, also called The Victorian era (1837-1901) into three periods of about twenty years each; The Romantic Victorian Period (1837 - 1860), The Grand Victorian Period (1860 - 1880), and the Late or Aesthetic Victorian Period (1880 - 1901).

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

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

Period
ca. 1890
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Source of inspiration
Love and romance

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

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

Total diamond count
Twelve pcs.

Total diamond weight
approx. 2.57 crt

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

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

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

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April.
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Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
band width top of ring 1,24 cm (0,49 inch)
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Weight
5,00 gram (3,21 dwt)

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

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

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An exquisite Victorian brooch, originating from Belgium and crafted circa 1920, unites the era's penchant for ornamental richness with the subtle gleam of 25 rose cut diamonds set in 18k pink gold and silver. This piece, touched by the finesse of foil setting, reflects a period of artistic cross-cultural explorations and the dawning of styles such as the Arts and Crafts movement. Though the maker's mark remains a mystery, the piece's heritage is unmistakably rooted in the historical depths of Victorian jewellery artisanship.

Antique jewelry object group
brooch

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
Belgium

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

Material
18k pink gold and silver, see also: The silver on gold technique (touchstone tested)
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Technique
The rose cuts are set on foil. This is a special technique that was used to bring the lustre of the diamonds to its best quality.

Diamonds
25 rose cut diamonds. We do not have the weight of the diamonds which is normal in our trade when it comes to rose cuts. with an estimated weight of ± ct colour and clarity /, /

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
something that we think is a Belgian hallmark, but we couldn't find the makers name belonging to that mark.
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Dimensions
diameter 3,45 cm (1,36 inch)
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Weight
15,00 gram (9,64 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
21272-00489

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