Necklaces
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Elaborate Victorian French jet Necklace
$1,295.00
French jet is actually black glass used to simulate Whitby jet. It was frequently used as mourning jewelry throughout the 19th Century. The glass is highly polished and became popular because it was cheaper and easier to produce than Whitby jet and has a cool feel to the touch.
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Victorian Bohemian Garnet Necklace and Pendant/Brooch
$1,550.00
The January birthstone is garnet. What a wonderful way to celebrate the "birthday girl" with this spectacular necklace and its splendid pendant/brooch. It reminds us of the jewelry worn in movies dealing with the Victorian era.
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Edwardian Splendor in 18K Gold,Citrine & Pearl Necklace
$3,495.00
This is a dazzling piece of jewelry that would make you the center of attention at any occasion. The citrines have a rich amber color and an incomparable sparkle. Tiny seed pearls provide an added touch to highlight the features of the design.
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Glorious Victorian Bohemian Garnet Necklace$2,200.00
The deep wine color of the garnets in this necklace is typical of the stones mined in Eastern Europe during the 19th century. The stones were mounted in acid tested rose gold over silver known as "garnet gold".
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Twenty Miniature Blackmoor Heads Float Around on Art Nouveau Swag Style Necklace
$1,375.00
We have offered several jewels in the past that used blackmoor design, but none have been as curious as this delightful necklace. It takes close examination to recognize the faces on each segment of the swag. The heads are in multiple sizes with the largest at the very bottom of the swag. Four bright red rubies enhance the design.
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Striking Victorian Enamel & Pearl Locket
$425.00
The use of 12 K gold by the English ended in the late19th Century, so it is a pleasure to offer a piece that retains its excellent color and condition. The turquoise blue enamel is used on both sides of the locket. The front is decorated with fine floral engraving highlighting the gold in a floral design. In addition, 6 tiny pearls enhance the design.
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Fascinating Victorian Snake Necklace$3,250.00
Although the idea of a creature slithering around the neck is frightening at best, the popularity of the snake jewelry has never abated. The shape of the creature led designers to offer a myriad of spectacular choices. In its earliest years the snake image was identified with the devil. It became less ominous during the 18th century.
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Exquisite French Victorian Locket with Cabochon Garnet & Diamonds
$6,500.00
Everything wonderful in the creation of a great piece of jewelry can be found in this treasure. Remarkable workmanship is evident in every facet of this locket – from the pierced top to the engraved back – from the large polished cabochon garnet to the twenty four rose cut diamonds – from the bow at the top to the glass enclosure.
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English Victorian Sterling & Gold Locket on a Silver Chain
$745.00
Collectors of Victorian jewelry take pleasure in adding a charming sterling locket to their collection. Here is one to delight the wearer because it is smaller then usual and features more decorative gold touches than usual.
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Victorian Hairwork Necklace with Gold Fittings
$435.00
Hairwork jewelry was worn not only as a decorative accessory, but as a way to show an expression of ones personal feelings. Although many people today are “turned off” by the idea of adorning oneself with “ dead peoples” hair, it remains as a very important part of collecting antique jewelry.
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Elegant Bell Époque Festoon Necklace
$1,165.00
Beautiful draping highlighted by shapely pearls give the visual picture of this delightful necklace. The swirling scrolls and the chains are 14K gold. The piece is most likely American made during the early 1900s.
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Art Nouveau "Lady" Locket in 18K Gold$935.00
The Art Nouveau style began around the last decade of the 19th century. The style celebrated natural forms and was devoted to a tradition of craftsmanship rather then conspicuous displays of wealth. Many pieces of the process seen today are unmarked.
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Exquiste Treasure - The Art Nouveau Woman
$2,150.00
It is agreed that the face of a woman was most frequently used Art Nouveau jewelry design. This particular depiction is one of the best we have ever seen. We are pleased to offer this superb pendant. Dale Nicholls, in her book “Antique Enameled Jewelry” refers to this design as “Byzantine Woman” and the photographs show several examples of this superb profile.
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Outstanding 18K Art Nouveau Locket$1,150.00
This 18K gem is one of the prettiest and wearable art nouveau pieces we have had the pleasure to offer. The engraving of the bird was skillfully done by a master so that it takes on the three dimension look of an intaglio.
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19th Century Austro - Hungarian Silver Gilt Necklace
$2,250.00
Austro-Hungarian designs utilize silver gilt, stones and enamel to their very best advantage. The superb central element is a large faceted citrine. Beautifully executed blue enamel enhances the center element. Swirls of tiny pearls strung on wire form the additional outline. This striking pendant hangs from a chain of pearl studded flower-like creations.
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Renaissance revival Necklace - Late Victorian
$1,885.00
All the characteristics of Renaissance Revival jewelry are evident in this striking pendant. Included are all colored gemstones (rubies and emeralds) pearls and enamel that were so important in the period design. We generally see more pieces that are silver gilt when marked with an Austro-Hungarian signature. This however is French and is in 18K gold.
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Magical Moonstone, Pearl, & Diamond Art Nouveau Necklace
$1,750.00
The combination of three divine stones: diamonds, pearls and moonstone give this elegant necklace an ethereal glow. Envision it on the neck of a beautiful bride or one of her lovely attendants and you see a complete outfit. It is a classic art nouveau design worthy of belonging in a picture book devoted to the period.
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