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Oval Art Deco diamond ring hand made in gold and platinum
There is so much fine detail in this ring that not only showcases the quality of jewellery from the Art Deco era, but also what can only be achieved from hand making a ring from start to finish. Made in 18 carat yellow gold and platinum, the beautiful oval shape looks so beautiful on the finger and measures 22.5mm by 11.2mm across. Sitting in the centre as well at each end is an early round brilliant cut diamond, with the three having a total weight of 0.92 carats. Then there is the incredible pierce work along the top that can only be achieved in platinum, as although white gold is very strong, it can not be made fine enough to allow this work to be done. And then set into this lovely work are ten rose cut diamonds that total 0.10 carats and add a charming amount of sparkle to the ring. Set on a very elegant band, this ring not only sits beautifully on the finger, it also looks amazing and will no doubt always be admired. Stock# ES9485 Circa: 1920 $12,800
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Antique rose gold pendant set with pearls and amethysts
This antique pendant dates from the late Victoria era of the 1890's and looks so elegant against the skin and is perfect for any occasion. Made in 9 carat rose gold, the pearls have not simply been set into the pendant, but the two semi-circular sections on each side have the pearls elegantly graduating in size. With a larger amethyst in the centre, and a smaller one at the bottom, the combination of purple and white goes so well together and with the pendant measuring 27.3mm across by 37.1mm to the very top of the bail, this will always be loved and cherished. Stock# ES9409 Circa: 1890 $1,900
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Antique 15 carat gold pearl hinged bangle made in the 1890’s
This antique bangle is so elegant and looks absolutely divine on the wrist and is typical in its design of jewellery from the late Victorian era when this was made. Made in the 1890's in 15 carat gold, the colour of the gold has such a lovely soft colour to it that looks even better against the skin as well as with the pearls that highlight the overall design on the bangle. With a charming cluster of pearls as well as more pearls along each side, the cluster looks so elegant in the centre and being hinged allows the bangle to sit perfectly on the wrist. Fitted with a safety chain for added security, and still in wonderful condition even after 140 years have passed, this bangle will always be loved and admired for its beauty and elegance every time that it is worn. Stock# ES9469 Circa: 1890 $5,300
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Art Deco malachite and sterling silver bangle made in the 1930’s
Malachite has such a lovely green colour and here is a very attractive malachite and sterling silver bangle made in the Art Deco period of the 1930's that sits so comfortably on the wrist. Made in such an ingenious design where the malachite is set into a sterling silver support with four very attractive engraved sections, even the clasp is so charming with a heart design on it. These four sections really add so much additional charm and character to it and the silver section inside makes it so comfortable to wear all the time. Fitted with a safety chain for added security, this a perfect example of a piece of jewellery that can easily be dressed up or down depending on the occasion and anytime of the day or night. Stock# ES9004 Circa: 1930 $975
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Rose and yellow gold antique collar made in the 1880’s
There are few pieces of jewellery more elegant than a collar, and here is a magnificent antique collar that looks and sits perfect around the neck and has such a graceful look to it that will always be admired. Made in the Victorian era in the 1880's, this antique collar was made in 9 carat rose and yellow gold and has the distinct advantage of easily being able to be worn showing either side. With one side displaying the rose gold sections with a somewhat segmented design and the other side completely plain, the collar is fitted with a large bolt ring at one end which can be worn at the front as a feature or at the the back, can have something hanging off it such as a locket or seal, or its extension piece to either add length, or to hang from with a piece of jewellery at the bottom such as a locket as shown in one of the additional images. (Locket is available to purchase separately and is not included in the sale of this collar.) From end to end the collar measures 43.5cm and the extension piece with its own bolt ring to attach something to measures an additional 4.1cm. This is such a versatile antique collar that can truly be worn so many different ways and no matter which way you choose to wear it, there is no doubt that it will always be loved and admired. Stock# ES9410 Circa: 1880 $5,800 (Collar only - locket is additional and priced at $2,800 and is available here: https://www.kalmarantiques.com.au/product/antique-photo-locket-set-with-a-european-cut-diamond/
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Three stone Art Deco era diamond engagement ring
This diamond engagement ring was hand made in 18 carat yellow gold and platinum during the 1920's Art Deco period, and was made in such a classic and timeless design that has never gone out of fashion or style and will always remain so elegant on the finger from now and well into the future. Bezel set with three vibrant antique European cut diamonds that come together to total 0.48 carats, each diamond is surrounded by platinum which is such a beautiful durable pure white precious metal that was embraced by the jewellers of this era. Measuring 3.9mm wide at the centre by 12.1mm across, this ring sits so well on the finger and will be loved for eternity. Stock# ES9235 Circa: 1920 $2,150
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Rare early Australian antique cameo brooch of Athena
In Greek mythology, Athena was the daughter of Zeus and was the Goddess of Wisdom, and here is a truly exceptional early Australian cameo brooch depicting Athena. Dating from the 1860's, there are two wonderful features of this brooch. Firstly there is the exceptional quality of the hand carving of Athena, and the closer you get, the more detail you will see which is a true testament to the quality of the carver of this cameo, especially as it was done well over a century ago. More than likely this was hand carved in Italy, the home of all the master carvers of shell cameo and with so much intricate detail, that gets even more impressive the closer you get to it . The cameo itself measures 50.7mm by 42.5mm and will captivate all who see it from near or far. And secondly there is the fabulous mount that it is set into. Made in 15 carat gold, not only is the work typical of early Australian jewellery that is so sought after with the grape designs on each side along with the leaf pattern, but at the top is an emu which stands so proudly. This mount is truly one of the finest early Australian ones that you will ever find and a wonderful and exciting piece. Measuring 73mm by 60mm this is not only so incredibly rare to find, but just as incredibly beautiful and a real treasure not to just admire, but to wear as well. Stock# ES9357 Circa: 1865 $7,250
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Magnificent antique gold cased earrings from the Victorian era
Here are a fabulous pair of antique gold cased drop earrings that date from the Victorian era and looks spectacular on the ear and will no doubt always be admired every single time that they are worn. Gold cased jewellery is also known as rolled gold and was first invented in Birmingham England in 1785 and was the process of having a a thick sheet of gold that was then soldered to a sheet of brass then rolled out to a thin sheet that was subsequently used for making jewellery. Being very hard wearing and durable allowed it to also be engraved and this process should not be confused with gold plating which although it can be very built up in thick layers, is not as hard wearing as gold filled. These earrings measure 19.4mm across at the lower section by 48.8mm to the top of the shepherd hooks, and the inside sections are not only of a facetted design, but are also able to move independently from the outer section adding to the allure and charm of them. With such an incredible design to them, these earrings will be suitable for any occasion day or night and always be loved and admired. Stock# ES9427 Circa: 1880 $1,925
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Antique diamond engagement ring set with mine cut diamonds
This antique diamond engagement ring not only has all the charm and character of being hand made over 150 years ago, but is set with the earlier mine cut diamonds that are so sought after today. Sometimes these antique mine cut diamonds are also called "cushion cut" diamonds due to the somewhat cushion shape that they have, and they were the first truly brilliant cut diamond and these ones sparkle so beautifully. With the three diamonds having a total weight of 1.05 carats, the way the diamonds are supported by the claws gives the diamonds not only the maximum amount of light to enter and dance through each diamond, but the setting also adds to the character of the ring so beautifully. With a lovely band that tapers in width, this is such an elegant example of a genuine antique diamond engagement ring from the Victorian era. Stock# ES9160 Circa: 1870 $4,400
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Art Nouveau tourmaline pendant made in 15 carat gold
Art Nouveau jewellery has such a flowing design and here is a truly gorgeous antique tourmaline pendant from the Art Nouveau era that will surprise so many people when they realise that it is over 120 years old, yet still has such an incredible design that belies its age. Made in 15 carat gold in the early 1900's, looking closely at the border it shows the characteristics of Art Nouveau jewellery where the gold is wider at the top and gradually gets thinner on its way down, where there is an elegant scroll design on each side. And then there are the three green tourmalines as well as the much rarer light blue indicolite tourmaline that looks absolutely fabulous in the centre. The colour is just amazing and really finishes the pendant off perfectly. Measuring 14.9mm across by 38.8mm or 43.2mm to the top of the bail, this is a very beautiful and unique antique pendant that will continue to be loved and admired for another 100 years. Stock# ES9354 Circa: 1900 $2,350
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Antique gold brooch made from the fibres of feathers
Here is a truly incredible antique brooch that is not just of a bird, but was made by using the fine iridescent fibres from actual bird feathers, resulting in a truly amazing and unique piece. Made in the 1860's in 18 carat yellow gold, the bird in the centre was painstakingly made by using individual fibres from bird feathers to create the bird in such amazing detail. The time that would have been needed to create this would have no doubt been immense and stands out even more set against the lovely sepia background with the gorgeous floral designs. Even the border is so beautiful with its scalloped edges and measures 57.1mm across by 49.8mm and on any outfit, there is no doubt that this brooch will always be loved and admired. Truly exceptional and unique, this is a spectacular antique brooch like no other. Stock# ES9458 Circa: 1860 $2,300
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Antique sterling silver hand engraved buckle design bangle
Here is a wonderful example of an antique bangle that was made well over 100 years ago, yet still looks so beautiful and is perfect to wear all the time. Dating from the 1890's, the bangle has a wonderful buckle design that was very popular during the Victorian era and makes such an impact on the wrist. Measuring 24.9mm wide or 28.5mm wide at the buckle section, the buckle design raises the surface of the bangle giving it a beautiful design that is highlighted further still by the exquisite hand engraving along the top. Being hinged allows it to sit nice and close to the wrist and it is also fitted with a safety chain for added security. As beautiful today as when it was made, this is a gorgeous example of Victorian jewellery. Stock# ES9462 Circa: 1890 $1,500
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