Art Nouveau pendant brooch in 18 karat gold and platinum. An Art Nouveau-period pendant brooch decorated with “whiplash” lines typical of the 1900s. It is set with 56 rose-cut diamonds. The two lines meet in the center at the level of two larger old-cut diamonds. One weighs approximately 0.33 carat, the other 0.10 carat. The brooch is in platinum and the clasp is in white gold. There are two rings on the back of the jewel to enable it to be worn as a pendant. Art Nouveau brooch pendant, circa 1900, France.
Eagle head hallmark, goldsmith’s hallmark and numbering.
Dimensions: 40 x 20 mm
Weight of the two main diamonds: 0.33 ct and 0.10 ct
Estimated total diamond weight: 1.25 ct
Note : This jewel can be worn as a pendant
Condition: scratches from use, probably missing a tassel at the bottom.
Weight: 7.49 g
Historical and technical point: Rose-cutting dates back to the 14th century. It is dome-shaped, with 3, 6 or 9 facets and straight or rounded sides. It’s a cut that has almost disappeared today, but which can be found with pleasure in antique jewelry.
Art Deco emerald target ring in platinum and 18 karat white gold. Ring with an old-cut diamond, approx. 0.30 carat, surrounded by 16 calibrated emeralds. The shoulders of the ring are adorned with small rose-cut diamonds. The emeralds are natural. Art Deco ring, circa 1930, France.
Mascaron hallmark and old workshop numbering.
Finger size: 56 EU or 7.25 US (can be changed)
Bezel diameter: 10 mm
Weight of central diamond: 0.30 carat
Total estimated weight of emeralds: 0.15 carat
Tanzanite diamond trilogy ring in 18 karat white gold. Vintage ring centered by an oval-cut tanzanite of 0.73 carat, framed by two brilliant-cut diamonds of 0.20 carat each. The inside of the ring bears the inscription “Oui, je veux bien danser avec toi” (“Yes, I’ll dance with you” in French). Vintage tanzanite ring, France.
Eagle head hallmark (french state hallmark for 18 karat gold) and goldsmith’s hallmark
Finger size: 50 UE or 5.25 US
Tanzanite weight: 0.73 carat
Diamond weight: 0.20 carat each
French Faith or Fede ring in 18 karat gold. Fede ring composed of three rings articulating around a thin pin. The rings overlap to form a motif: two hands clasped on a brushed-look heart. The hands are adorned with cuffs, one masculine, the other feminine. Fede ring or promise ring, also known as faith ring, 20th century, France.
Eagle head hallmarks (French State hallmark for 18 karat gold), illegible goldsmith’s hallmark
Finger size: 59.5 UE / 8.75 US (no sizing possible)
Dimensions of main motif: 7 mm x 16 mm
Condition: scratches from use
Weight: 4.89 gr
More info: these rings go by different names: “faith ring”, “Fede ring” or “mani in fede ring” (meaning hands in trust). The ring of faith spread throughout Europe during the Middle Ages and remained popular for the next six centuries. Here, the hands represent friendship and the heart symbolizes love. Sometimes, a crown surmounts the heart, representing loyalty. It’s a jewel of sentiment, a ring sealing a union full of promise.
Navette diamond ring in 18 karat (750) white gold. The ring is set with a line of five brilliant-cut diamonds, surrounded by twelve brilliant-cut diamonds, set in a leaf motif. The bezel is quite high. Marquise ring from the 1970s.
Flower enamel secret locket ring in 18 karat (750) yellow gold. Antique ring with an oval bezel in blue enamelled guilloché on which is applied a silver flower set with eight rose-cut diamonds. A secret compartment is hidden under the bezel, allowing to slip a souvenir. Antique ring dating from the late 19th century.
Retro diamond tank ring in 18 karat gold. Ring with geometric volumes, called “Tank”, set with a line of four rose-cut diamonds in a platinum setting. Tank ring, Rétro period, circa 1940, France.
Eagle’s head hallmark (french state hallmark for 18 karat gold) and AB goldsmith’s hallmark
Mid-century diamond band ring in 18 karat yellow gold and platinum. This ring features a wide gold band centered on a platinum band set with 31 single-cut diamonds. The ring is signed by artisan goldsmith Favrin. Retro ring, circa 1940, Léon Favrin, France.
Eagle head hallmark, dog head hallmark, signature and master hallmark of Léon Favrin, an artisan jeweler active in Paris from 1936.
Finger size: 52 EU or 6 US (sizing not available)
Ring width: 8 mm
Total estimated diamond weight: 0.93 carat
Condition: scratches from use, one rose-cut diamond among the diamonds
Belle Epoque geometric ring in 18 karat gold and platinum. Early 19th century ring, centered on a rose-cut diamond in a setting of 10 rose-cut diamonds. The corners are set with imitation emerald stones (glass). The shoulders of the ring are decorated with diamonds. Belle Epoque ring, circa 1900.
Owl hallmark (french state hallmark for 18 karat gold)
Edwardian Diamond line ring in 18 karat gold and platinum. Antique ring set with seven Dutch rose-cut diamonds in a platinum setting. Antique ring, circa 1900.
Owl hallmark (french state hallmark for 18 karat gold)
Vintage Augis ring in 18 karat yellow gold. The ring is centered on a smooth-edged Augis medal, set on a setting that enhances the medal, with a striated, radiating surround. This ring bears the inscription “plus qu’hier moins que demain”, the “+” is adorned with a small diamond and the […]
Antique catalan earrings in 14 karat gold of Spanish origin. These three-tiered earrings, formed of flower motifs, are chased and set with three small rose-cut diamonds. Catalan earrings, Spain, 19th century.
Shell hallmark (french state hallmark for 14 karat gold)