Pink sapphire antique ring in 18 karat gold (750). Antique ring with a large natural oval pink sapphire, approx. 0.78 carat. The color of pink sapphire is due to its chromium content, which gives it a beautiful intense hue. The ring is decorated with fine scrolls partially erased by the patina of time. Antique ring, 19th century.
Owl hallmark (French state hallmark for 18 karat gold).
Finger size: 49 UE or 4.75 US (can be changed)
Plate width: 10 mm
Condition: worn patina, slightly deformed ring
Weight : 3.53 gr
Learn more about colored sapphires: Blue sapphire is one of the most prized gemstones in the world, but few people know about the existence of colored sapphires such as green sapphire, pink sapphire, yellow sapphire, and purple sapphire, or even the pink-orange sapphire, also known as “padparadscha,” which is particularly sought after for its rarity. Specifically, pink sapphire is a gem of rare beauty. The intensity of its pink color varies depending on the amount of chromium present in the stone. Like other corundums, pink sapphire has a hardness of 9 on the Mohs scale.
Art Deco sapphire platinum ring in 18 karat white gold and platinum. Antique ring with four-lobed bezel, set with a 0.08-carat old-cut diamond in the center. The top is decorated with eight navette-cut (synthetic) sapphires and eight rose-cut diamonds. The settings are finely beaded. Art deco ring, circa 1930, France.
Eagle head hallmark and dog head hallmark (French State hallmarks for 18 karat gold and platinum).
Étoile d’Amour medal in 18 karat rose gold (750). Medal from the 1960s, decorated with a shooting star set with a flying synthetic ruby above the words “Étoile d’amour” (Star of Love). The reverse of the medal is not engraved. Vintage sentimental jewelry, France, 60’s.
Eagle head hallmark (french state hallmark for 18 karat gold) and goldsmith’s hallmark.
Art Deco pearl ring in 18 karat white gold. Art Deco ring with a large flat base pearl, or mabe pearl. The shoulders of the ring are decorated with fine stylized leaves and set with four old-cut diamonds. The pearl has a beautiful luster. Art Deco ring, circa 1930.
Owl hallmark (french State hallmark for 18 karat gold).
Diamond line ring 0.52 ct in 14 karat yellow gold and platinum. Line ring set with five old-cut diamonds in a platinum setting. Antique ring, circa 1930, foreign work.
Four rows coral beads necklace with a clasp in 18 karat gold. Antique necklace with four rows of coral beads from small to large pearls. The color of pearls is orange with shades of light to dark orange. The necklace closes with a large ratchet box clasp set with an elongated coral cabochon. Necklace circa 1940. Owl hallmark.
Length: 43 cm
Note: the necklace has been entirely threaded with new silk threads.
Weight : 61.66 gr
Gemological point: Coral is a gem of organic origin. Only the branched calcareous trunks of certain corals are used in jewellery. Its colour is due to organic pigments close to carotene: varying from blood red to white, passing by the pink “angel skin”. Currently, most coral species are protected under CITES, the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora.
Gold Interchangeable rings in 14 karat rose gold. This ring is composed of a ring set with two lines of nine single-cut diamonds, into the center of which another ring can be slipped. Four rings are available, all set with seven stones: emeralds, rubies, sapphires and brilliant-cut diamonds. Ring from the ’60s.
Clover hallmark (french state hallmark for 18 karat gold)
Finger size: 56 EU or 7.5 US (no sizing possible)
Base ring estimated diamond weight: 0.18 carat
Ring 1 estimated emerald weight: 0.14 carat
Ring 2 estimated diamond weight: 0.21 carat
Ring 3 estimated ruby weight: 0.14 carat
Ring 4 estimated sapphire weight: 0.14 carat
Vintage French hoop earrings in 18 karat gold. Hoop earrings to be worn like sleeper earrings, under the earlobe. They are round and in solid gold. Vintage earrings, circa 1980, France.
Partially erased eagle head hallmark (french state hallmark for 18 karat gold) and illegible goldsmith’s hallmark.
Art Deco diamonds pearl brooch in platinum and 18 karat white gold. Antique barrette brooch set with a line of 14 rose-cut diamonds and three pearls. With its straight geometric lines, this octagonal brooch is in keeping with the typical trends of the Art Deco period. It is representative of the white jewellery that was in fashion at the time. Art Deco barrette brooch, circa 1930.
Owl and mascaron hallmark (French State hallmark for 18 karat gold and platinum).
Art Deco onyx cufflinks in silver. Pairs of onyx cufflinks, oval-shaped, decorated with a paste stone imitating diamond in the center. Mounted on silver, they are matched by two collar buttons. The set is sold in its original leather case. Pair of cufflinks, early 20th century, Art Deco, France.
Boar hallmark and illegible goldsmith’s hallmark.
Cufflink dimensions: 15 x 11 mm Dimensions of collar buttons: 9 x 6 mm
Note : sold in the original box
Condition: oxidized, small missing part behind one of the cufflinks
Cufflinks weight: 4.22 gr
Collar buttons weight : 1.52 gr
Victorian gold cable chain in 18 karat gold. Long cable chain, measuring 55.5 cm, with a beautiful butter gold patina. Antique chain, circa 1900, France.
Eagle head hallmark (French state hallmark for 18 karat gold).
Art Deco Saint-Christopher medal in 18 karat yellow gold and platinum. Rectangular religious medal pendant featuring Saint-Christophe helping the infant Jesus cross a river. The reverse of the medal is decorated with two motorists and an airplane, as well as the phrase (In French) “Look at St-Christophe and go away reassured”. Antique religious medal, signed JS, circa 1930, France.
Theological point: Saint-Christopher is the patron saint of travelers, soldiers and truckers. In Christianity, Saint-Christopher is a tall, strong man who settles on the banks of a tumultuous river. One day, a child comes along and the man decides to help him cross the river, carrying him on his shoulders. Gradually, the child becomes heavier and heavier to carry. The big man thought his time had come, so difficult was the crossing, but miraculously he reached the other bank. It was there that the child revealed his name and mission. This is why Saint Christopher is traditionally portrayed as a bent and exhausted man, sometimes leaning on his staff.