Sapphire tank ring in 18 karat (750) rose gold. The ring is setted with a large round synthetic sapphire of intense blue. The ring is formed by a voluminous scroll motif, the sapphire set by four large claws forming a square setting. Tank ring, Retro period circa 1945.
Owl hallmark (french state hallmark for 18 karat gold)
Georgian mourning hair ring in 14k pink gold. An antique locket ring keeping a braid of hair enclosed behind glass crystal. It is framed by a halo of 16 seed pearls and the settings is formed by two separated strands adorned with an openwork pattern. Jewel from the beginning of the 19th century, circa 1810-1830.
Finger size: 53 EU or 6.5 US (adjustment possible)
Ring Head Size: 11 x 11mm
Condition: old trace of size adjustment, wears on the glass, indentations behind the head of the ring.
Weight: 2.11 gr
Hair jewellery was very popular in the 18th and 19th centuries. Jewellery with compartments made it possible to keep a lock of hair of a lover or a missing person (later it will be the photograph). It can be a medallion or a ring for example. There are also jewels made from hair, such as necklaces, chains, bracelets and rings. These hair jewels are worked like textiles: they are woven, embroidered, twisted. A whole craft industry developed around this new fashion, which lasted until the end of the 19th century.
Enameled Swiss antique locket in 18k gold. Antique opening medallion with enamel decoration on a guilloché background depicting a lamb at the foot of the Cross, bearing the inscription “INRI”, meaning the Latin words Iesus Nazarenus Rex Iudaeorum, i.e. “Jesus the Nazarene King of the Jews”, whom Pilate had placed on the Cross. Jesus, also known as the “Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world”, is likened to a sacrificial lamb. The contours of the medallion are decorated with fine half-pearls and black enamel. The reverse of the pendant is decorated with chasing and black enamel forming hearts around a rhombus. The locket can be opened to conceal a photograph. It can be worn either way. Antique opening pendant, circa 1880, Switzerland.
Height (including setting): 42 mm
Width: 27 mm
Depth: 9 mm
Condition: tiny missing at bottom left, fine scratches
Vintage Mezuzah pendant in 14 karat gold. Sealed cylindrical pendant containing a scroll with Hebrew religious inscriptions. The pendant is engraved with radiating motifs and stars. Vintage pendant, circa 1960, France.
Israel hallmark in the shape of a lyre, 14k gold.
Height (including the bail): 37 mm Width: 10 mm
Condition: slight wear scratches
Weight : 3.53 gr
More information : The “Mezuzah” is a Hebrew word referring, in Jewish tradition, to a parchment containing two extracts from Deuteronomy (6, 4-9 and 11, 13-21), usually placed in a case attached to the entrance of a dwelling.
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)