Georgian agate drapery necklace in yellow and pink gold 14 karats (585 thousandth) and 18 karats (750 thousandth). Rare and old necklace drapery and negligee composed of cabochons of cornaline, alternated with cabochons of agate dendritic. The gems are linked together by fine chains of braided 18 karat gold. In the centre of the composition, the carnelian cabochon is surrounded by fine pearls and holds two moss agates in pendeloque (sloppy necklace effect). The clasp is a ratchet box, which is discreetly hidden under an element of the necklace.
Antique necklace, 19th century, probably English work.
Turquoise and diamond brooch in 18 karat (750) gold and platinum. Antique brooch set with three turquoise cabochons linked by two platinum scrolls each set with 13 rose-cut diamonds (26 in total). Art Deco brooch, circa 1925, France.
Partially inscribed eagle head hallmark (French state hallmark for 18 karat gold) and goldsmith’s hallmark.
Dimensions: 11 x 46 mm
Estimated diamond weight: 0.20 carat
Diameter of the central turquoise: 7 mm
Note: the fastening system works
Condition: scratches from use
Art Nouveau December medal in 18 karat (750) pink and green gold. Rare December pendant decorated with mistletoe leaves and set in the centre with a very dark red cabochon imitation stone. The month “December” is inscribed in openwork gold at the top of the pendant. Antique pendant from the early 20th century, Art Nouveau period.
Eagle head hallmark, illegible goldsmith’s hallmark, “registered” mark.
Cluster ring Perpignan garnets in 18k rose gold. Antique ring centred on a round garnet surrounded by six round rose-cut garnets set in pearls. The main garnet is mounted on a structure attached by clasps/rings to the head of the ring. The ring is soberly decorated with a gadroon on each shoulder. The gold structure is finely decorated with triangular V-shaped figures on the edges, and the back of the bezels is domed. These stones are known as “perpignan” or “rose” cut and are faceted on the top but flat on the underside. These garnets have a beautiful raspberry, pink-red and slightly purplish colour. These colours are typical of Perpignan jewellery, with a palette of shades that is revealed in the sunlight.Regional jewellery from the middle of 19th century, France.
Eagle head hallmark, goldsmith’s hallmark illegible.
Finger size: 59 EU or 8.75 US (can be changed)
Ring head size: 12 x 12 mm
Condition: scratches from use, wears on the main stone, a prong missing
Weight: 2.7 g
More information : The paillon is an ancient technique that consists of placing a sheet of metal under the stone, at the bottom of the bezel, to accentuate its brilliance. The cut and method of manufacture of this Catalan jewellery dates back to the 18th century.
Forget-me-not turquoise ring in 18 karat rose gold (750), featuring a central design of a blossoming branch set with five turquoise cabochons and a faceted glass. The ring’s band is hollow and holds a braided lock of hair that decorates the entire circumference of the band. This memento ring dates from the second half of the 19th century, specifically the Napoleon III period.
Hallmark: Owl
Finger size: 61 EU or 9.5 US (resizable).
Band width: 4 mm.
Condition: slight deformation of the band around the hallmark area.
Art Deco Jade diamond ring in 14 karat white gold (585). Elegant ring set with an oval cabochon of jade jadeite of a beautiful intense green colour with slightly white veins. The gem is set with four claws and surrounded by twelve single-cut diamonds on a mounting with Art Deco lines. The shoulders are set with four baguette-cut diamonds. Antique ring from the 1930s.
Shell hallmark
Finger size: 50 EU or 5.25 US (can be changed)
Ring head dimensions: 18 mm x 14 mm
Jade dimensions: 13.18 x 8.28 x 3.90 mm
Turquoises pearls flowers bracelet 18 karat yellow gold (750). Vintage bracelet decorated with four flowers in full bloom, set with cultured pearls and turquoise pearls in their centre. The body of the bracelet is made of soft, flat and intertwined links. It is an old watch bracelet with the flowers integrated afterwards. Vintage bracelet made in the 1980s, France.
Eagle head and goldsmith hallmarks
Total length: 16.3 cm Width: 11 mm Design size: 16 x 24 mm
Essex crystal horse ring in rose gold 18 karats. Antique Edwardian ring decorated with a crystal of Essex of round form, carved inside of a head of horse on a gold bottom. The rock crystal is polished and set in closed, the contour of the setting is worked in pearl. The ring is thin and without decoration. The ring probably comes from a transformation of pin. Antique jewel from the second half of the 19th century, early 20th century. Edwardian period.
Owl hallmark (French State hallmark for 18-karat gold)
Large Victorian souvenir pendant in metal. This antique locket is composed of a part in transparent glass and a part in black glass. A photograph or a lock of hair can be slipped into the locket. The transparent glass produces a magnifying effect. The ring of attachment is in gold 14 karats (585 thousandths). Sentimental jewel of the XIXth century.
Art Deco Egyptomania bracelet in 18 karats white gold. This rare bangle bracelet is adorned with a large carnelian cabochon in the center, held on each side by a yellow gold palmette and enameled in black. The palmettes are set with eight rose-cut diamonds in a white gold beaded setting. The palmette motif is emblematic of the Egyptomania period of Art Deco. Bracelet of the 1930s, France.
Eagle head hallmark, LP goldsmith hallmark (maker for Cartier Paris), illegible signature.
Interior dimensions : 55 mm x 65 mm
Estimated weight of the carnelian : 18.64 carats
Estimated weight of the diamonds : 0.10 carat
Condition: scratches from use, slight deformation.
Arts & Crafts brooch by Barnet Henry Joseph (1865-1929), in rose and yellow 9 karat gold. The brooch has a triangular shape and is composed of openwork interlacing. It is a typical pattern of English Art Nouveau movement, also called Arts & Crafts. In the center, a pink quartz cabochon adorns the piece in a serrated setting. The composition is decorated with a fine elongated pearl (not tested), also called a soufflure. English brooch made by Henry Joseph Barnet, circa 1910.