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Antique 15ct gold Albert chain by Australian maker Lawrence
Here is a very lovely antique 15ct gold Albert chain by Australian maker Lawrence that is so rare to find in full length as well as in 15ct gold.
These Albert chains or fob watch chains as they are also know as, were originally designed for a gentleman to hold a pocket watch at one end and the key or a fob at the other end, with the tee bar connected to the waistcoat. Years later when men stopped using pocket watches and started to wear wrist watches, women years later started to wear these around their neck where they are often seen today.
Quite often Albert chains are seen as half Alberts that only have one half of the chain, or they are double but simply too short to wear around the neck, but this one measures 41.5cm length allowing it to sit perfectly around the neck. The design of the links are just incredible and so beautiful and solid and the colour of the gold is just sensational.
Not only is this one a complete full length with no additions added to it, but being made and hallmarked by an early Australian maker makes it even more wonderful. Joseph Lawrence started business in Melbourne in 1894, and in recent years early Australian jewellery has become so highly sought after.
This is such a wonderful and rare genuine antique Albert chain that is full length and in the very hard to find 15ct gold - it is a real treasure to wear.
Stock# ES7766
Maker: Lawrence
Circa: 1890
$6,350
$6,350.00
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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
$3,200.00
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Exquisitely hand carved woolly mammoth ivory cross
The woolly mammoth last roamed the earth about 10,000 years ago, and here is an exquisitely hand carved woolly mammoth ivory cross.
Lab certified as mammoth ivory as opposed to elephant ivory, this not only makes it ethically sourced as hunting and killing of elephants today is of course banned, but it also allows it to be taken overseas without breaking any international laws regarding the trade of modern elephant ivory.
There is no doubt that who ever carved this piece new how to obtain the most as far as detail is concerned because as you look closer and closer, you will notice that the carving would not only have taken an immense amount of time, but was also carved by a true master.
The cross measures 5.5cm across by 8.7cm or 9.7cm to the top of the sterling silver bail. With such a lovely tactile feel to it and exceptional hand carving, both combined with the character of being from a woolly mammoth, this is such a unique and character fulled piece.
Stock# ES7727
$3,850
$3,850.00
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Rare 18ct yellow gold Victorian era antique guard chain
Antique guard chains were often used to hold a ladies pocket watch, and today they can be used for the same or to hold anything else that you desire. This one is a very rare 18ct yellow gold antique guard chain that was made in Vienna and dates from the later part of the 1800's. More often than not, these antique guard or antique muff chains are found in silver or 9ct gold and very rarely 18ct gold. Combine this with the fact that many of these are cut down to make two or three necklaces, and finding one in complete length in 18ct gold is such a find.
If it was opened and laid out from end to it, it would measure an incredible 172cm (5 foot 6 inches). They are of course joined to make one continuous chain with the swivel clip to hold anything on the end. The length easily allows it to be doubled around the neck and still feel so comfortable and not restricting.
This antique guard chain is such an elegant piece , and one that will always feel so special around the neck.
Stock# ES7708
Circa: 1890
$12,650
$12,650.00
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Antique Victorian era sterling silver collar from the 1880’s
Collars have been around since Egyptian times and sit so well on the neckline to always make a statement such as this antique Victorian era sterling silver collar from the 1880's.
With a beautiful and tactile feel to it, this collar is also hand engraved on the oval links. Not only does this make each link unique, but it also shows the quality of craftsmanship that went into making this collar over a century ago. The fine detail that you can obtain with hand engraving is far superior to that of machine engraving or just stamping it out and all of this adds to the charm and character that is often associated with antique jewellery.
Measuring 43.5cm from end to end, this collar sits so well on the neckline and will be the perfect accessory to any outfit for any occasion.
Stock# ES7673
Circa: 1880
$1,450
$1,450.00
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Arts and Crafts era peridot and natural pearl necklace
Here is a very beautiful 18ct gold Arts and Crafts era peridot and natural pearl necklace that has such a beautiful natural look and style to it.
The Arts and crafts movement was from the 1880's to the 1920's and even though it coincided with the Art Nouveau period, has a style and look to it all of its own. Whereas Art Nouveau jewellery was often influenced by nature, Arts and Crafts jewellery has a wonderful naturalistic design and style to it.
This can all be seen here in this necklace that is set with peridot and natural pearls.The use of natural pearls is just wonderful as it highlights the use of materials as they are found in nature. With three natural pearls suspended at the bottom and one in the centre, their "cages" that support them are just so delightful to admire.
With a further six natural pearls set into the chains, there is also the addition of two peridots to add a subtle additional colour to this wonderful necklace.
From one peridot across to the other side, this distance measures 10cm and from the centre pearl to the lowest drop, this distance measures 4.2cm. Laid out from end to end the 18ct gold chain itself measures 42cm allowing for this necklace to sit perfectly on the neckline.
This is such an attractive example of Arts and crafts jewellery, and one that will always be loved, cherished and admired.
Stock# ES7595
Circa: 1900
$2,650
$2,650.00
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Rare Victorian era antique 15ct gold collar from the 1890’s
Here is a very rare Victorian era antique 15ct gold collar from the 1890's that will look sensational around any woman's neck.
Although collars have been popular in jewellery design for centuries, they were most popular during the late Victorian period of the 1880's and 1890's. More commonly made in sterling silver, this one is made not only in gold, but the less common 15ct gold. 15ct gold was only used for a relatively short period of time from 1854 until 1931 making this collar even more special and unique.
Measuring 44.5cm from end to end, the collar is made up of the most intricate design in the main sections and also the round links that connect them together.
This collar sits so elegantly on the neckline and regardless of the occasion is sure to always be admired and appreciated.
Stock# ES7507
Circa: 1890
$14,500
$14,500.00
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Art Deco natural pearl necklace with tassel
Today pearls are cultured with a bead being inserted into the oyster to produce a pearl, so it is truly amazing to find natural pearls and even more amazing to see so many of them such as in this magnificent Art Deco natural pearl necklace with tassel.
Made in the Art Deco era of the 1920's, this necklace feels so incredibly light and tactile and measures an astonishing 94cm in length.
Looking closely, you can see the most incredible threading that would have taken hours and hours of painstaking work including drilling holes in each and everyone of the pearls.
And then there is the most delightful tassel at the bottom which is set under a cap of black onyx. The way this tassel moves and sways adds to the charm and romance of this fabulous natural pearl necklace.
There is always something so special about jewellery from the Art Deco period, and this Art Deco necklace is certainly one of those outstanding pieces that you come across from time to time.
Stock# N590
Circa: 1925
$4,550
$4,550.00
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Antique rose gold muff chain
Dating from the late Victorian era of the 1890's, comes this very elegant and versatile antique rose gold muff chain. Also known as a guard chain, these long chains were used to hold a woolen muff to keep the hand warms or an antique pocket watch.
This particular guard chain was made in 9ct rose gold and from end to end measures 158cm in length so as it is doubled up, it hangs to just under 90cm. This length allows it to be worn long or doubled up making these antique chains so versatile.
Finding these in all original length and in good condition is becoming harder and harder, and this one is just perfect in all respects.
Stock# ES6570
Circa: 1890
$4,900
$4,900.00
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Antique French necklace in gold and platinum
Here is an absolutely incredible antique necklace that is truly a one of a kind and of the finest quality and craftsmanship. Made in France in the early 1900’s, this antique French necklace in gold and platinum and set with pearls sits perfectly around the neck and feels so lovely and tactile to the touch. Not only is it made in 18ct yellow gold, there is also a lovely rose gold and the very rare green gold. Green gold was only used for a relatively short time and was made by alloying the gold with cadmium, resulting in the gold obtaining a lovely soft green hue to it. And then there is the use of platinum giving it an additional pure white colour in the elegant wreath design as well as the oyster shell design.
In each of the oyster shells is a pearl which exemplifies the thought and attention that went into making this magnificent necklace all those years ago.
Laid out from end to end the necklace measures 42cm and from one end where there is one oyster shell across to the other, this distance measures 22cm.
Sitting absolutely perfect around the neck, this antique necklace is one of the finest that you will ever find and is just spectacular to admire from near or far.
Stock# ES7306
Circa: 1910
$27,500
$27,500.00
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15ct gold antique tourmaline and pearl necklace
Put this necklace on and feel like a Princess with this 15ct gold antique tourmaline and pearl necklace dating from the late Victorian era of the 1890's.
15ct gold was only used from 1854 to 1931 and usually has a lovely soft warm rose tone to it as can be seen here. Combine the colour of the rose gold with the wonderful rose pink colour emanating from the tourmaline, and you truly have a winning combination. The colour of the tourmaline is just incredible and when this necklace is worn against the skin, it displays the most beautiful colour that will always be admired.
Highlighted with thirty one seed pearls that accentuate the necklace perfectly, the design of this necklace is typical of the late Victorian era when this was made.
Laid out from end to end the necklace measures 46cm and from where the pearl section at one end starts across to the other side, this distance measures 13.5cm.
Absolutely perfect for any occasion, this antique tourmaline and pearl necklace is destined to always be loved, admired and appreciated for its beauty.
Stock# T363
Circa: 1890
$2,850
$2,850.00
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Art Nouveau amethyst and pearl fringe necklace
Here is a wonderful Art Nouveau amethyst and pearl fringe necklace that sits perfectly on the neckline and takes you back to a fabulous era over a century ago.
With gorgeous draping chain, this necklace embodies the free flowing and artistic style inspired by nature that is characteristic of the Art Nouveau period of the late 19th to early 20th centuries yet has a style that is as popular and fashionable to wear today as when it was made all those years ago.
Made in 14ct yellow gold, the necklace is set with four natural pearls among the draping chain with an additional two natural pearls at the centre on each side of a round facetted amethyst. And then there is the briolette cut amethyst suspended at the bottom which highlights this necklace so well and both the amethysts and natural pearls come together so well in beautiful soft colours that look so feminine against the neckline.
Laid out from end to end the necklace measures a comfortable 42cm and when laid down from where one pearl starts at one end across to the other side, this distance measures 10.5cm by 4.8cm drop at the centre.
So elegant and refined, this is such an attractive Art Nouveau amethyst and pearl necklace for any woman and any occasion.
Stock# ES7308
Circa: 1900
$3,450
$3,450.00
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