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Antique and Fine Modern Jewellery
Kalmar Antiques would like to welcome you to our website.
Starting in 1986, we have been dealing in antique jewellery and fine modern jewellery, wrist watches, pocket watches and antique clocks, silver and objet D’art, and have made a name as one of Sydney’s finest antique jewellery dealers, and are in the beautiful and historic Queen Victoria Building in the heart of Sydney, New South Wales.
We also have some of the finest antique diamond engagement rings in Sydney, as well as an extensive selection of other styles of engagement rings such as sapphire and diamond engagement rings and ruby and diamond engagement rings.
Additional services include repairing, valuing and remodelling jewellery, and our Master Watchmakers services wrist watches, pocket watches and clocks, including such brands as Rolex, Cartier, Patek Philippe and Omega.
Kalmar Antiques have also been appointed to take over from the late Mr Ross Beer’s watchmaking company Timepiece Watchmaker.
On site, we have an award winning jewellery designer and art historian, gemmologists, and a registered jewellery valuer, for all of your valuation and repair needs.
We are conveniently open 7 days, so please feel free to visit our store, or enjoy looking at our web site at some of what we have to offer.
We specialise and pride ourselves on having some of the finest range of antique rings including antique engagement rings, antique earrings and antique pendants from the Georgian era through the Victorian and Art Deco era right through to 1950’s retro and new.
If you are thinking of selling your jewellery, we are a licensed second hand dealer and are always interested in buying gold, silver, jewellery, watches and pocket watches.
Click here to read more if you want to sell your gold jewellery or selling your watches.
We also deal in fine quality antique and vintage wrist and pocket watches from well respected brands such as Rolex, Patek Philippe, Cartier and Omega to name but a few.
“Kalmar Antiques, where you can hold a piece of history in your hand”
KALMAR ANTIQUES 2021 – 2022 CATALOGUE
Fine Antique and Modern Jewellery, watches and Objets d’Art at the Queen Victoria Building in the Heart of Sydney city.
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Large antique mine cut diamond earrings set in new settings
The mine cut diamond is the first true brilliant cut diamond that was developed at the start of the 18th century. This wonderful cut has fifty eight facets like a modern round brilliant cut diamond, but different angles as weight retention was paramount when cutting diamonds all those years ago, and this often resulted in the mine cut diamond having a gorgeous squarish shape to them giving rise to the term “cushion cut diamonds”. By far on of the most sought after cut of diamonds today, even though modern diamond houses in Antwerp and India are cutting modern mine cut diamonds, the diamonds set into these earrings are all genuine antique diamonds from a bygone era. The diamonds measure 1.50 carats and 1.56 carats bringing the total to an impressive 3.06 carats and they are both L in colour and Vs and Si in clarity. Do not think for a moment that these diamonds look yellow as they face up so incredibly bright that they will have you instantly falling in love with them. Set into a modern handmade platinum setting with handmade butterflies all made by our Master Jeweller, this setting really showcases the diamonds to their maximum and looks spectacular on the ear. These earrings are just perfect and combine old and new and are destined to not always be admired every time that they are worn, but are sure to become a family heirloom. Stock# NW526 $49,500
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Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch model 3570.50.00 with box and papers
By far one of the most iconic and sought after watches, not just by Omega but by any watch company in general, would have to be the infamous Omega Speedmaster "Moonwatch" and here is a 2014 model complete with box and papers. This particular "Speedy" as they are affectionately also known by, is the reference 3570.50.50 and is fitted in the much loved 42mm case. True to the original, this Omega Speedmaster has the Omega hesalite crystal. With the black chronograph so easy to read, this is one watch that will not only get the admiration that it deserves, but also be a wonderful conversation starter. Inside it is powered by the venerable manual wind Omega calibre 1861 that runs beautifully and comes with our twelve month warranty. This is such an iconic watch and whether it be the first watch that you have, or to add to a collection, it is simply a watch that you cannot go wrong with. Stock# W1842 Maker: Omega Model: Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch model 3570.50.00 Circa: 2012 $8,300
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Platinum diamond eternity ring hand made in the 1920’s Art Deco era.
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Eternity rings are ones where the diamonds go all around the ring, and is a design that works so well when it is worn on its own, or to compliment another ring such as an engagement ring, and here is a very impressive Art Deco diamond eternity ring that is as gorgeous today as when it was made 100 years ago. Hand made in platinum in the 1920's, the ring measures 3.5mm wide and is set with twenty two single cut diamonds that total 1.32 carats, all of which is highlighted on the sides by being millgrain set. This setting can be seen as the elegant crimping along both sides of the ring which was popular during the Art Deco period and adds an extra element of charm and character to the ring. The ring is a size is a size M (6 1/4), so please check the finger size needed prior to purchasing this ring online. Perfect for any finger and occasion, this Art Deco ring is as elegant today as when it was made. Stock# ES9923 Circa: 1920 $9,600
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Beautiful wide antique sterling silver bangle made in 1883
The detail in this bangle is so beautiful to admire and will amaze so many when they discover that it was made well over 100 years ago, yet still looks as fashionable today as when it was made in the Victorian era. Made in sterling silver in Birmingham in 1883, this incredible bangle measures 36.3mm wide across the top by 31.8mm wide at the back section without the ball details on the side. From the outside working in, both sides have the silver balls on the outside and then such an elegant design that leads towards the centre section that is once again highlighted by silver balls on both sides. Then the centre strip has been so beautifully and expertly hand engraved showing just how much time and attention went into making this magnificent bangle during a bygone era. Being oval and hinged will allow this to sit nice and close to the wrist and even though it is wide, it is so comfortable and easy to wear all the time. This is a gorgeous example of an antique piece of jewellery that has not only lasted all these years, but looks as elegant today as when it was made. Stock# ET132 Hallmarked: Birmingham 1883 $1,250
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Antique 18 carat gold harvest ring made in Birmingham in 1897
The harvest design is one that has been around for centuries and highlights just how important farming and agriculture has been looked upon over the years. This harvest ring was made in 18 carat yellow gold in the late Victorian era in 1897 and has such a wonderful smooth and tactile feel to the design. Not only is this design steeped in history, it will also so easily be able to be worn along side other antique jewellery as well as modern and always fit right in. With a wonderful heft to the ring, it measures 9.6mm wide at its centre, the ring tapers down to an elegant 4.8mm wide at the back and is so comfortable to wear all the time. This is a wonderful design that will so easily suit any woman of any age, along with any style of jewellery. Stock# ET192 Hallmarked: Birmingham 1897 $2,700
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Hand engraved platinum diamond eternity ring from the Art Deco period
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An eternity ring is one where the diamonds go all around the ring, and is a design that is as popular today as well as in the wonderful Art Deco period of the 1920's when this one was made. Beautifully hand made in platinum, the ring is set with thirty single cut diamonds that total 0.30 carats and sparkle so beautifully. The diamonds have been millgrain set which can be seen as the beautiful crimping along both sides of the ring, somewhat similar to the crimping along the edge of a coin. This technique was very popular during the Art Deco period and adds an extra element of charm and character to the ring. And then to make the ring even more beautiful, it has been so expertly hand engraved on both sides. This adds so much more charm and character to the ring and is so much nicer that machine engraved rings. The ring measures 2.1mm wide and is a size M (6 1/4), so please check the finger size needed prior to purchasing this ring online. On its own, or next to an engagement ring, this is a beautiful and very classic ring that will always be adored. Stock# ES9925 Circa: 1920 $6,100
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Fabulous vintage smoky quartz ring made in London in 1973
This ring was made in 1973 and thanks not only to the gorgeous smoky quartz, but also the design of the ring itself, there is little doubt that this ring will always be admired every time that it is worn. Made in 9 carat gold, the smoky quartz measures 11 carats in weight and the top of the ring measures 15.6mm by 20.2mm across and sits so proud on the finger. Looking at the ring from the side shows such a beautiful floral design that is simply breathtaking. This, combined with the large bold design of the ring, all come together to create a truly magnificent statement ring. From London in the fabulous 70's, this ring is as amazing today as when it was made. Stock# ET209 Hallmarked: London 1973 $1,550
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31mm Rolex Oyster Perpetual 77080 with full box and papers
The 31mm Rolex Oyster Perpetual watch has become so popular in recent years as it 5mm larger than the traditional ladies size, yet not too large that it feels bulky on the wrist, making it so comfortable to wear on the wrist. Combine the size along with the black dial that has very stylish Roman numerals on the outer edge and you now have a watch that not only looks so elegant, but also has a wonderful sport look to it thanks to the smooth bezel and Rolex Oyster band. Inside the watch is powered by the beautiful 31 jewelled automatic Rolex calibre 2230 that has come back from a full service and comes with our twelve month warranty. Complete with its box and papers, this is a great looking Rolex that will always fit right in, no matter the occasion or time of day or night. Stock# W1838 Maker: Rolex Model: Rolex Oyster Perpetual reference 77080 Circa: 2002 $8,200
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Gold antique locket with a bird design made in 1915
This antique locket was made in 1915 and is so sweet and charming thanks to the lovely engraved bird design on the front as well as the beautiful floral design on both sides. Made in 9 carat rose gold in 1915, the locket measures 34.1mm across by 49.4mm to the top of the bail and is the perfect size to wear around the neck at any time of the day or night. The bird really draws your eye to the centre where it will continue to be admired, and inside it can easily hold two photos. This antique locket is so charming, and once images of those that you love are placed inside, this will certainly become a treasured piece to wear with love. Stock# ET196 Hallmarked: Birmingham 1915 $1,850
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Antique sterling silver carnelian and bloodstone spinner made in 1889
Originally spinners or swivels as they are also known as, were worn by men on the end of an Albert chain, however today they are more often worn by woman as a pendant where they have the distinct advantage of being able to be worn with either side showing as each is often set with two different colours such as in this one here. Made in 1889 in sterling silver, on one side it is set with carnelian and the other bloodstone. Having two distinct colours will allow it to be so versatile depending on what you are wearing and measuring 24mm across makes it the perfect size to wear on a fine silver chain, or a lovely wide antique collar and always look perfect. As beautiful today as when it was made, this antique spinner will be perfect for all occasions. Stock# ES9906 Hallmarked: Birmingham 1889 $450
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