Victorian gold tassel earrings in 18 karat (750 )yellow and rose gold. Earrings formed in two parts: drop earrings set with a round pearl and a gold-fringed tassel. Antique Napoleon III earrings, circa 1880, France.
Eagle head hallmark (french state hallmark for 18 karat gold)
Victorian monogram signet ring in 18 karat (750) gold. Antique ring set with an oval nicolo agate plaque engraved with the monogram “BL”. The shoulders are decorated with two buckles. Antique intaglio monogram ring, circa 1880. Ring for men and woman
Tested 18k gold.
Finger circumference: 60 UE or 8.75 US (possible sizing)
Ring head dimensions: 17 x 13 mm
Antique French Provencal pendant in 18 karat (750) pink gold. Circular medallion enclosing a miniature. The miniature depicts a view of a house, or a church, on the banks of a river, near a bridge. The miniature is surrounded by a black eglomized frieze on a gold-leaf background, mounted in an 18 karat gold frame. A silk fabric is visible on the reverse. Antique regional pendant, mid-19th century, South of France.
Victorian girandoles onyx earrings in 18k (750 rose gold. onyx girandole earrings. Pair of “girandoles” earrings, consisting of a gold barrette decorated with fine pearls holding three large onyx drops. The barrette is topped by an onyx pearl. Antique earrings, circa 1880, France.
Eagle head hallmark (French state hallmark for 18-karat gold) and M&0 goldsmith’s hallmark.
Dimensions: 50.2 x 14 mm
Condition: one weld on the back, slight scratches, old setting
Antique French gold watch chain in 18k yellow and rose gold (750). Antique chain that can be worn as a choker or bracelet. The chain is composed of two braided links, adorned with two cylindrical slides with black enameled geometric decoration. Both slides are movable. The chain closes with a large spring ring. Antique watch chain, Napoleon III period, circa 1880.
Rhinoceros and horse hallmarks (1838-1919)
Total length: 30.5 cm Dimensions of spring ring clasp: 19 x 16 mm
Ring size: 13 x 7 mm
Condition: old traces of minor soldering on the chain and some missing enamel. Scratches from use.
French enamel flower ring in 18 karat (750) rose gold. Antique ring with a cartouche decorated with a blue and white enameled flower within a blue border. The shoulders of the ring are decorated with leaves and the band is faceted. This antique ring is suitable for both men and women. Antique wedding band ring, Normandy, second half of the 19th century.
Horsehead hallmark (French state hallmark for 18 karat gold between 1838-1919) and DH goldsmith’s hallmark.
Finger circumference: 63 UE or 10.25 US (can be changed)
Hexagonal Art Nouveau locket pendant in 18-karat (750) rose and yellow gold. Locket pendant opening onto a secret compartment in which a photograph can be placed.The pendant is decorated with a yellow gold arabesque holding three gems in a stylized manner: two half-pearls and a small garnet.Antique French medallion, Art Nouveau period, circa 1900, France.
Eagle’s head hallmark (French state hallmark for 18 karat gold)
Emerald and diamond flower ring in 18 karat (750) rose gold. Antique cluster ring, with a central emerald surrounded by six old-mine cut diamonds. The ring is openwork, and the shoulders are formed by two strands of gold. The emerald shows no wear. Antique ring, Napoleon III, circa 1880.
Owl hallmark (french state hallmark for 18 karat gold)
Saint Esprit du Puy en Velay pendant in 18-karat (750) pink gold.This regional pendant is made of stamped gold leaf decorated with a stylized bird carrying three garnets as a pendant.The center of the jewel is also set with a garnet.Around it, the blue enameled decoration of the jewel has almost disappeared. The Holy Spirit is held at the top by a gold element forming a knot, set with nine garnets.This antique regional Holy Spirit pendant dates from the beginning of the 19th century, circa 1810, Auvergne, France.
Erased rooster hallmark (French state hallmark for 18 karat gold between 1809 and 1819).
Dimensions: 6 x 3 cm
Condition: missing enamels, a garnet replaced at the bottom, old welds at the back.
Victorian carnelian watch key pendant in 18 karat (750) rose. An antique watch key pendant, adorned with a large orange cornelian. The structure is rose gold, but the key is metal. Late 19th century jewelry, Victorian period.
Dimensions: 57 x 33 mm
Condition: Scratches from use on the metal. The key at the bottom is in metal.
Antique secret signet ring in 18 karat (750) rose gold. Antique wedding ring monogrammed “FD”. The ring opens under the bezel, revealing a secret compartment that can conceal a sentimental element (a flower, a lock of hair, for example). The inside of the ring is engraved with the words “V. Decondé et F. Destrée unis le 6 juin 1855”, the date of union of the two engaged couples. Antique ring for men. The ring is decorated with rinceaux in relief. Antique secret wedding ring, 1855, France.
Eagle head hallmark (French state hallmark for 18 karat gold), “FD fourmi” goldsmith’s hallmark.
Finger circumference: 65 UE or 11 US (possible resizing)
Coral necklace with French antique clasp in 18 karat (750) rose gold. Choker necklace composed of 92 faceted coral beads. The necklace closes with a barrel clasp with six enameled facets in a floral design. Antique necklace, late 19th century, France.
Eagle head hallmark (French state hallmark for 18 karat gold).
Total length: 37.5 cm Clasp dimensions: 5 x 11 mm
Note: the necklace has been threaded.
Condition: scratches from use