Large enameled regional heart clasp in 18 karat gold (750). This regional clasp, in hollow gold, is rectangular in shape. It is richly decorated with colored enamel motifs: on one side, an enameled flower blossoms in the center of a coat of arms, surrounded by two blue and green pansies in a cartouche. The cartouche is surrounded by a frieze of enameled fleurons and oval shapes; on the other side, two flaming hearts resting on two intersecting horns of plenty, enameled blue and red, within a cartouche. The cartouche is surrounded by a frieze of dots on a blue background. Regional clasp from Normandy, French sentimental jewelry from the mid-19th century.
Eagle head hallmark (french state hallmark for 18 karat gold), France.
Clasp dimensions: 14 x 29 mm
Condition: scratches from use, missing enamel, slight dents
Sapphire trilogy ring in 18 karat yellow gold (750). Vintage ring set with an oval-cut sapphire weighing approximately 0.90 carat. The sapphire has a midnight-blue color with green/yellow nuances. The central sapphire is surrounded by two diamond-like zirconium oxides. Vintage ring, circa 1990, France
Eagle head hallmark (French state hallmark for 18-karat gold) and goldsmith’s hallmark.
Finger circumference: 49 UE or 4.75 US (possible sizing)
Eternity diamond band in 18 karat yellow gold (750). Ring entirely set with 22 brilliant-cut diamonds weighing a total of 1.1 carats. Second-hand diamond wedding band, France. Eagle head hallmark (French state hallmark for 18 karat gold) and goldsmith’s hallmark. Finger size: 49 UE or 4.75 US (no sizing possible). […]
French antique flat clasp in 18k rose and yellow gold (750). This regional clasp is flat and rectangular and features a lovely decoration: on one side a blue enameled pansy in the center of an oval medallion. The flower is surrounded by four stylized flowers placed at the corners on a rectangular cartouche. The cartouche is decorated with a frieze of blue dots and oval shapes; on the other side, an undecorated cartouche in a blue enameled frame, surrounded by a frieze of blue lozenges and fleurons. Regional clasp from Normandy, a piece of French sentimental jewelry from the early 19th century which can be worn as a pendant.
Georgian Italian ruby cluster ring in 14 karat gold (585). Late 18th century cluster ring with 9 table-cut rubies. Each shoulder of the ring is also set with 3 rubies. The ring is richly decorated with rinceaux and stylized leaves. Like most rings from this period, the ring head is secured with a rivet. Ring from the Mediterranean basin, probably Italy, circa 1780.
Unreadable guarantee hallmark, 14k tested gold.
Finger circumference: 56 EU or 7.5 US (possible sizing at the risk of missing ring decoration).
Bezel dimensions: 14.8 mm x 15 mm
Condition: scratches from use
Weight : 5.4 gr
More information : there are several examples of rings identified as Italian in the British Musuem, and although it is known that these designs were also made in Spain, there are no Spanish models referenced in museums. However, this style can be found throughout Southern Europe: Italy, Spain and Portugal, and can be explained by the presence of the Habsburgs during the 16th and 17th centuries in regions such as Sicily, Sardinia, Naples and Milan.
Sapphire band ring in 18 karat (750) yellow gold. With a beautiful royal blue cushion-cut sapphire weighing approx. 1.06 carats. The sapphire has intense blue flashes. Vintage ring, circa 1950, France.
Owl hallmark (French state hallmark for 18 karat gold).
Trilogy ruby and diamond ring in 18-karat yellow gold (750). In the centre, a beautiful oval ruby with velvety red, weighing approximately 1.05 carats. The ruby is natural, framed by two brilliant-cut diamonds of 0.25 carats each. Vintage ring from the 1990s. Owl hallmark (French state hallmark for 18-karat gold).
Finger size: 59 EU or 8.75 US (resizable)
Ring width: 6.4 mm
Estimated weight of diamonds: 0.50 carat (0.25 carat each)
Estimated weight of the central ruby: 1.05 carats
Gold flat chain in 18 karat gold (750). The mesh is made of flat links, comfortable to wear and sturdy. The clasp is a small clasp with a safety feature to prevent the loss of the jewel. Vintage gold chain, circa 1990, France.
Eagle head hallmark (french state hallmark for 18 karat gold) and goldsmith hallmark
Flexible band bracelet in 18 karat yellow gold (750). Vintage bracelet featuring a wide flat mesh, decorated in places with squared chasing. Two safety clasps on the edges of the main flat clasp. Vintage bandeau bracelet, circa 1970, France
Weevil hallmark (french state hallmark for 18 karat gold) and goldsmith’s hallmark
Vintage twisted hoop earrings in 18 karat (750) yellow gold. Medium-sized hoop earrings adorned with a twisted band running along the inside of the earring. Vintage earrings, circa 1970, France.
Eagle head hallmark (french state hallmark for 18 karat gold) and illegible goldsmith’s hallmark.
Dimensions: 28 x 24 mm. Condition: small dents, wear scratches.
Regional enamel flat clasp in 18 karat yellow gold (750). This regional clasp is rectangular and features an original design: on one side, a dog is playing with a bird near a tree and a blue-enameled house in a cartouche. The cartouche is decorated with a blue frieze featuring fleurons and oval shapes; on the other side, a dog chases a cat near a tree and a windmill, in a cartouche surrounded by a midnight-blue enameled frieze. Antique regional clasp from Normandy, which can be worn as a pendant. French sentimental jewelry from the early 19th century.
Ram head hallmark (active between 1819-1838, french state hallmark for 18 karat gold)
Clasp dimensions: 12 x 24 mm
Condition: scratches from use, missing enamel, slight dents
Gold ladybug charm pendant in 18 karat (750) yellow gold. Pendant in the shape of a ladybug decorated with black and red enamel. In France, the ladybug is a lucky charm. Vintage pendant, circa 1990, France.
Eagle head hallmark (french state hallmark for 18 karat gold)