French regional citrine bracelet in yellow gold 18 karats. This bracelet is composed of five oval citrines faceted on red foils, set in a closed and curved setting. The gems are alternated with four openwork filigree links. These citrines are called “Catalan Brazils”, they are from Perpignan area. Bracelet from the middle of the 20th century, South East of France. Regional jewellery.
Eagle head hallmark and LB goldsmith hallmark
Diameter : 5 cm
Dimensions of a link set with a citrine: 10 mm x 17 mm
Note : clasp secured by a chain. Condition : scratches from use
Art Nouveau enamel brooch in yellow gold 18 karats. Brooch of triangular form with lines in “whiplash”, decorated with flowers of iris in the center. The work on the gold is particularly strong and delicate. In the openwork parts, the goldsmith has applied an enamel called “plique à jour” of a mauve color. The enamel is unevenly deposited and slightly milky. On the reverse side, the brooch is chiseled with a floral motif that also gives it movement. In the lower part, a hoop was added afterwards, which allows the brooch to be worn as a pendant. Brooch – pendant in plique enamel of the Art Nouveau period, circa 1910.
Owl hallmark
Dimensions: 29 mm x 25 mm
Note: the closing system works, with a security system.
Art Nouveau ivy brooch in yellow gold 14 karats. A charming circular brooch entirely decorated with ivy leaves alternated with six natural white pearls. The ivy leaves are enamelled in yellow colour. Antique Art Nouveau brooch, circa 1900.
Diamond cluster flower ring in 18 karats white and yellow gold. A central fantasy cut diamond of rectangular shape is surrounded by eight old single cut and brilliant cut diamonds in a white gold setting. The ring takes the shape of a flower. The shoulders of the ring form an openwork heart. Pre-owned ring from the late 20th Century
French owl hallmark
Finger size: 54 EU or 6.75 US (can be resized)
Diameter of the flower : 9 mm
Height of the flower : 5 mm
Estimated weight of the central diamond: 0.20 carat; estimated total weight of the diamonds: 0.52 carat
Georgian foiled diamond stud earrings in yellow 18 karat gold and silver. Pair of stud earrings set with a rose cut foiled diamond. The paillon is a yellow coloured metal sheet giving a special luminous effect to the diamond. The diamond is set with 6 silver claws. Pair of antique earrings, from the end of the 18th century.
Unreadable hallmarks, the chips have been tested with 18k gold and silver (assay undetermined)
Diameter: 7 mm
Note: butterfly clasp with screw, for pierced ears
Condition: Oxidations; the pearls are less coloured, this is due to their age.
Victorian fob seal pendant in yellow gold 18 karats (750 thousandths) and silver.
This pendant in the form of stirrup is decorated with a seal made of citrine wich turns on itself. It is composed of two intertwined strands, one in silver, the other in gold. They form a knot in the center of the composition. The citrine is engraved on two of its sides with an inscription in Persian language and on the third with gothic initials.
1 – A K A (“AKI”) A D I S ا ك ى
2- ANDOON AKIADIS ا د س
3- A J J
On both sides in Persian is the date “278” probably for 1278 in the Hijri calendar, which corresponds to 1861 of our calendar.
Hallmark : head of eagle
Dimensions : 4 cm x 2 cm
Dimensions of the citrine : 10 mm x 14 mm x 10 mm
Condition : Chip on one side of the stone, scratches of use
Wedding gold ring in 18 karat yellow gold. Ring not engraved inside, realized during the 20th century, pre-owned wedding ring. Trace of “Nuptia” signature inside the ring, tested with acids as 18 karats Finger size: 65 EU or 11.25 US (size adjustment possible) Ring width: 2 mm Note: engraving and […]
Commemorative ring Napoleon III Emperor. This is a simple ring in bronze. On the inside, it bears the inscription “Napoleon III Emperor”. The message is highlighted by a dotted frieze. The inscription is partially faded. This is due to the wear and use of the ring by its former wearer. Some rare models of this ring exist with the date “1863”. Memorial jewel, circa 1860.
Biarritz Art Nouveau brooch in yellow gold 18 karat. The brooch takes the form of a shell (a mussel) on which it is written “Biarritz” in black and blue enamel. Around, a floral decoration colored by green enamels and a pearl inlaid in relief. Brooch of the early twentieth century, Art Nouveau period. French jewel.
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.
Pre-owned sapphire ring in yellow and white gold 18 karat. The ring is set with a natural round sapphire. The ring is made of two strands – one in yellow gold, the other in white gold – ending in a swirl around the sapphire. Vintage ring from the 1990s, France.
Marked with an eagle’s head
Finger size: 52 EU or 6 US (can be changed)
Estimated weight of the sapphire: 0,12 carat
Condition: Wears, sapphire with natural inclusions
Antique coral cross gold necklace in yellow gold 18 karat. The necklace and its pendant are decorated with coral beads. Each trio of pearls is linked by delicate braided gold chains. The cross is decorated with a millegrain pattern and with a coral pearls at the ends. The clasp is a thin ratchet box. Religious jewel, probably from the South of France, Mediterranean Sea, middle of the 19th Century.