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Antique opal, ruby and pearl pendant that converts to a brooch
Here is a very elegant antique opal, ruby and pearl pendant that converts to a brooch so easily making it so versatile to wear on different occasions. Dating from the early 1900's, this was made in 9ct rose gold which matches so well with the spectral colours coming from the four solid white Australian opals. With three of them set in the centre surrounding a ruby, there is one more opal suspended from the bottom. With the addition of twenty two pearls to highlight the design, there are also a further three on the bail at the top. This bail can be cleverly and easily removed when it is worn as a brooch, which adds such a clever way to make a piece of jewellery even more versatile. Measuring 25.1mm wide by 47.7mm from the bottom to the very top of the bail or 37.9mm with the bail removed, it truly is such a perfect size to wear all the time as either a pendant or a brooch. Stock# ES7852 Circa: 1910 $1,350
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15ct tourmaline and pearl necklace by Duggin Shappere and Co
Sitting perfectly around the neck, this 15ct tourmaline and pearl necklace by Duggin Shappere and Co is destined to always be admired and commented on for its beauty and elegance. Duggin Shappere and Co were a prolific and highly regarded early Australian jewellery company that produced beautiful jewellery such as this necklace. Made in 15ct rose gold at the start of the 1900’s, the necklace is designed in such an elegant way. With the symmetry of the recently passed Victorian era, as well as the flowing designs that change in width as seen on the outer edge where three pearls are set which is typical of Art Nouveau jewellery, this pendant is as unique as it is beautiful. Set with five green tourmalines in the pendant with a further one at the top, the strong green colour really stands out and is complimented further by the twenty six natural seed pearls in the pendant and again a further two at the top with the tourmaline. The way the lower tourmaline sways adds to that fluidity of the Art Nouveau era and adds that extra femininity to this piece. From the top tourmaline to the lower one, this distance measures 70.8mm or from the top tourmaline on the pendant itself to the bottom, 45.6mm by 31.2mm wide, and laid out from end to end the chain measures 40cm in length. No matter the occasion that this wonderful antique pendant is worn, it is one that will always capture the eyes from everyone in the room. Stock# ES7746 Circa: 1900 Maker: Duggin Shappere and Co. $3,200
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Antique 15ct gold Edwardian aquamarine and pearl pendant
Here is a very elegant and dainty antique 15ct gold Edwardian aquamarine and pearl pendant that sits so well on the neckline and will have any woman walking tall. Made in the early 1900's, this pendant is set with two pure blue aquamarines and highlighted with pearls. This combination works so well together as does the very sleek and elegant design of the pendant itself. With the top aquamarine set above the three pearls, the lover aquamarine is surrounded by eight more pearls and the height from the bottom to the top measures 4.5cm. Edwardian jewellery had so much grace and elegance and this can be easily seen in this lovely antique aquamarine and pearl pendant that will always be loved, cherished and admired. Stock# ES7598 Circa: 1900 $3,600
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Victorian 15ct gold antique green enamel brooch pendant
Here is a magnificent Victorian 15ct gold antique green enamel brooch pendant that is so versatile and easy to wear all the time. Able to be worn as a pendant then easily converted to a brooch, it is this simple yet ingenious aspect that makes antique jewellery so exciting. Made in 15ct gold, the colour of the gold has that wonderful warm tone to it that looks so elegant and even more special set with the pearls and that beautiful green enamel. Set with seventy nine pearls, there are an additional three pearls set onto the detachable bail at the top. Measuring 26.7mm in diameter, it measures 35.3mm to the bottom to the top of the bail. When it is worn as a pendant, a chain will easily slide through the bail, and then when you want to wear it as a brooch, the bail slides off to allow it to sit perfectly on any outfit. With the green enamel in wonderful condition as are the pearls, this is such an attractive, elegant and stylish piece of Victorian jewellery that will always be loved no matter how it is worn. Stock# ES7602 Circa: 1890 $2,450
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Demi parure antique bangle earrings pendant converts brooch
A demi-parure is a matching suite of jewellery such as a necklace and brooch, or in this case it is a magnificent demi-parure of an antique bangle, earrings and a pendant that converts to a brooch. Beautifully hand made in 18ct yellow gold and silver in France in the late 1800’s, silver was used on the top as it was known that setting the diamonds in yellow gold could reflect the yellow into the diamonds. During the time that this demi-parure was made, white gold was not yet invented and platinum, although already discovered, was not used in jewellery until the early 1900’s. Each piece in the suite is as beautiful as the next and to describe it well, they have to be explained piece by piece. To start with, the bangle. Measuring a lovely 21.2mm wide, this is one antique diamond bangle that will no doubt always be admired. Set with seventy five rose cut diamonds and one early brilliant cut diamond in the centre, the total diamond weight of the bangle comes to 1.06 carats. The design is so elegant that the diamonds make and the sparkle from the diamonds is just magnificent. The attention to detail shows what incredible craftsmanship went into making this and the other pieces all those years ago. The earrings are also just as stunning to admire. With each earring set with twenty one rose cut diamonds and one early brilliant cut diamond, the total weight of diamonds is 0.60 carats. Fitted on lever back fittings that are lovely and secure, these earrings sit the perfect length under the earlobe to always be admired. Measuring 14.4mm across by 17.6mm from the bottom of the earring to the top of the hook, the size makes them so easy to wear during the day and dressed with the other pieces in this suite, will certainly stand out even more. Then there is the brooch which can also be worn as a pendant, making this technically a four piece demi-parure. When it is worn as a brooch, the  top diamond set bail detaches from the brooch section. This allows it to be worn as a true brooch without the bail interfering or getting in the way. The brooch is set with sixty seven rose cut diamonds with an early brilliant cut diamond in the centre. The design of this brooch will certainly stand out and the diamonds in the brooch sparkle magnificently. There are a total of sixty seven rose cut diamonds and one early brilliant cut diamond that total 1.14 carats. With this amount of diamonds, it is no wonder it sparkles so well. And then there is the bail that reattaches so easily when being worn as a pendant. In this section alone, there are an additional eight rose cut diamonds that total 0.06 carats and a pearl that adds an additional element of charm and character. The ingenious part about this brooch cum pendant, is that when it is now worn as a pendant, the brooch fitting unscrews to allow the pendant to sit true and flat against the chest. With the brooch measuring 29.6mm in diameter and from the bottom on the brooch to the top of the bail now measuring 46.3mm, this section alone is so exquisite. In total the diamonds come together to total an impressive 2.86 carats, that when all together will certainly add some incredible sparkle to any outfit. To complete it all, this antique demi-parure is fitted in its original box that not only adds to the charm and character, but has such a wonderful tactile feel and texture to it. Stock# ES7071 Circa: 1895 $17,500
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Antique opal and diamond pendant that converts to a brooch
Here is an absolutely stunning antique opal and diamond pendant that converts to a brooch so easily giving it so much versatility.
Beautifully hand made in the late Victorian era of the 1890's in 15ct gold, the pendant is set with a total of ninety nine diamonds in the most beautiful design. It is not simply a matter of having diamonds surrounding the opal, rather it is also about the design itself. Designed with two bows and a floral theme, the diamonds truly highlight the opal perfectly. Coming together, the diamonds total 3.10 carats and sparkle magnificently day or night.
Australian opals are regarded as the finest in the world, and here this pendant is set with a magnificent 3.10 carat solid opal. The spectral colours coming from this opal are just wonderful and really captures the light so well.
It really showcases why there is no other gemstone like an opal and the way it has been set to sway independently on its own shows the quality of craftsmanship that went into making this piece over 120 years ago. And then turning the pendant over reveals a brooch clasp and the necklace connected to two hooks that makes it easy to remove the chain when wearing as a brooch. This versatility gives it an extra way to wear it and is so easy to change from a pendant to a brooch and back again.
The pendant itself measures 35.5mm across by 43.3mm and laid out from end to end this distance of the chain measures 54cm.
No matter how this is worn whether it be a brooch or a pendant, there is no doubt that it will always be loved and admired. Stock# ES7413 Circa: 1890 $14,800
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Antique seal with a serpent
Dating from the 1870's this antique seal with a serpent has such a unique and character filled style to it and will continue to look increrdible when worn around the neck or even used as a seal. This technique of sealing a letter, goes back as far as Roman times and after a letter was sealed with wax, the writer would stamp the still warm wax with his or her seal to prevent the wrong person from opening the letter, as once broken, the wax seal could not be used again and this was a technique used all the way through to the Victorian era. Made in 18ct gold, it even used two colours of gold - yellow gold and the rare green gold that can be seen towards the bottom of the seal. And then of course there is the fabulous serpent that wraps itself around and actually becomes the part to hold and attache to a chain. The serpent used to represent longevity and is often found in jewellery from the Victorian era when this seal was made. And then set with a turquoise on the top that really adds some colour, this is such a fantastic seal that from every angle shows something new and unique about it. On the base is a bloodstone base which has remained uncarved and can be carved with an intaglio of your own or left as it is. Bloodstone is a hard material from the quartz family with a dark green body colour and flecks of red through the stone and was a common material used for seals as it is an incredibly durable material. Measuring 20.6mm high by 15.9mm by 13.4mm this antique seal is just so unique and special and a real talking point no matter where or how it is worn or used. Stock# ES7121 Circa: 1820 $2,200
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Antique locket with a cherub
Here is an antique locket with a cherub that is just exquisite and is one of the finest examples of mid-Victorian jewellery around. Dating from the 1870's, the front displays the most beautiful and elegant porcelain painting of a cherub who has such detail to it that makes this locket so incredible. The angelic face is so serene and this is complimented by the Etruscan border made in 15ct gold. Even the top triangular bail has the same fine detail that really completes the piece so well. The oval section measures 35mm across by 40.8mm or 59.6mm to the very top. Turning the locket over reveals a compartment for a photo to make this more personal and add that extra charm to an already exceptional antique locket. Here we have attached it to an 18ct gold necklace - sold separately - to show just one way of how it would look and no matter what it is worn on will always look elegant. *Please note the image with the chain attached is not included in the price. This is sold separately for $3,800. The price at the checkout if bought online will be just for the locket and not the necklace* Stock# ES6814 Circa: 1870 $2,850 (Locket only) ($3,800 necklace only)
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Antique necklace with secret “key to my heart” locket
Here is by far one of the most spectacular antique necklaces that we have ever seen let alone been privileged to offer for sale and one that is so unique and special, there will be no other quite like it in the world. This amazing necklace was made in 18ct yellow gold in France towards the end of the 19th Century and is made up of the most intricate designed necklace that measures a wonderful 51cm from end to end. However sitting proud in the centre is the most exquisite section firstly made up with natural turquoise leading down to a lock style piece set with more turquoise and garnets with the centre set with a piece of phrenite which is partially cabochon meaning domes top while also being partially facetted around the sides. Phrenite was first discovered in 1788 and has a wonderful soft green colour that matches so well with the gold and turquoise and garnets. Turning this section over reveals a locket section for a photo of a loved one that will make it even more personal and special. Then below this section is the key on one side and heart on the other, which has the romantic sentiment of "key to my heart". This romantic gesture goes one step further by revealing that the heart actually opens up into a locket and looking close will show how much detail and time went into making this locket. To give perspective on the locket, it measures an incredible 10.5mm by 9.1mm wide. From the top row of turquoise down to the heart locket, this distance measures 8cm and on the neck, this antique necklace looks absolutely amazing and is truly like nothing else and is just spectacular. Antique jewellery is so special and this one is just incredible. Stock# T728 Circa: 1895 $23,800
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Edwardian era aquamarine and pearl necklace
Here is an extremely elegant and very beautiful antique Edwardian era aquamarine and pearl necklace that dates from the early 1900's and sits so well on the neckline and is destined to be admired by all who see it. So elegant and refined, this was made in 15ct gold and laid out from end to end the chain measures 42cm in length. Siting in the centre is the elegant design set with four natural pearls each separated by a beautiful leaf design surrounding an aquamarine in the centre. Then below this is an additional aquamarine and a further pear cut aquamarine that suspends so well from the bottom. Measuring 3.8cm from the bottom to the top of the pendant, this aquamarine and pearl necklace shows the elegance and style of the wonderful Edwardian era and is just perfect to wear all the time. Stock# ES7587 Circa: 1910 $3,450
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12ct gold antique seal from the 1870’s
Here is a very unique and large 12ct gold antique seal from the 1870's that is so special and will certainly make a statement when it is worn on a chain around the neck. Seals have been used for centuries as a way to prevent someone from tampering with a letter by quite literally sealing the envelope in wax and pressing the seal in which would break once the letter is opened. This antique seal is just incredible for so many reasons. To begin with it is very large for a seal. The base of the seal is made from chalcedony which is a from the quartz family and has been used for centuries in seals do to its hardness, and measures 26.4mm by 22.6mm and is engraved with the initials "LP" and from the base measures 34mm tall or 53mm to the top of the split ring which is attached and can so easily come on and off. The split ring itself is incredibly large and has the exquisite engraved design that mirrors the seal and complements both items so well. These large antique split rings alone are becoming so hard to find and to get one that is original to the seal is quite a find indeed. Please note that the split ring does not stand up on its own, but has been photographed in the upright position to show how it would look hanging from a chain. Then there is the gold content which is 12ct gold which was used for a brief period along with 15ct gold from 1854 until 1931 and this seal has such a wonderful warm colour to it combined with the quite rare gold content makes this even more unique and special. With such an incredible pattern and a massive split ring to match, this is a truly incredible antique seal from the Victoria era that is just so special. Stock# ES6657 Circa: 1870 $3,250
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Antique enamel and pearl pendant
Dating from the early 1900's comes this gorgeous antique enamel and pearl pendant that will continue to look so good year after year no matter where or when it is being worn. With the design having a very flowing design, this is of course highlighted by the twenty two natural pearls and the wonderful purple enamel that really makes this piece even more special and unique. Made in 15ct gold, the pendant leads up on two chains the the centre of the necklace which is set with a pearl and laid out end to end the necklace measures 41cm allowing the pendant section to sit perfectly on the neckline. The design, grace and elegance of this Edwardian era enamel and pearl pendant, is just so charming and will suit any woman of any age and is destined to be loved and admired forever. Stock# ES6656 Circa: 1900 $3,300 (On hold)