Reliquary secret locket ring in 18 karat yellow gold (750). Antique ring with a rock crystal compartment that can be opened from below to hold a flower, a lock of hair or a small photograph. Ideal for a keepsake. The ring is decorated with three chevrons at shoulder level. Antique locket ring, circa 1860, France.
Georgian citrine earrings in 18 karat (750) and 14 karat (585 for the clasp) rose gold. Antique earrings set with large oval faceted citrines. They are closed-set and on a foil, creating a warm, luminous effect. Antique earrings in very good condition, Georgian period, circa 1830.
Shell hallmark (punched later on the buckle fastening).
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.
Natural pearl and diamond tie pin in platinum. Antique men’s tie pin featuring a pear-shaped natural pearl. The pearl is at the center of a platinum frame forming a heart set with five rose-cut diamonds. The pin is sold in its original Russell’s limited case. Early 20th century tie pin, Belle Epoque, England, Liverpool.
Mascaron hallmark (French import hallmark for platinum).
Dimensions: 7.7 cm
Design dimensions: 11 x 10 mm
Pearl dimensions: 6.7 x 7 mm
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
Art Nouveau silver cufflinks. Pair of oblong cufflinks decorated with sinuous wave motifs. These motifs are typical of the Art Nouveau period. The buttons are linked by a fine chain. Pair of cufflinks, men’s jewelry, circa 1910, France.
Boar hallmark (french state hallmark for silver) and illegible 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.