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Antique sterling silver collar and extension link from the Victorian era
Antique collars look truly amazing around the neck, and this one is certainly no exception and can be worn in more way than one. Made in sterling silver in the 1890's, the collar is made up of the most incredible design that looks more and more amazing the closer you get to it. The workmanship is just incredible and measures 1.3cm wide. Laid out from end to end, the collar on its own measures 42.5cm, however there is an extension link that measures an additional 5cm and can be used to either lengthen the collar, or attached to the bolt ring to hang something from it, such as a photo locket as seen in one of the images. Please note, that the locket is not included with the sale of the collar, but is available here for additional purchase: https://www.kalmarantiques.com.au/product/antique-sterling-silver-photo-locket-from-the-victorian-era/ . With the extension off, a locket can still easily be attached to the bolt ring, and with the option to wear it longer or shorter, with or without something attached, there is no doubt that this locket will always be admired from near or far. Stock# ES8413 Circa: 1890 $1,750 (Collar only - locket is additional and this one is available here: https://www.kalmarantiques.com.au/product/antique-sterling-silver-photo-locket-from-the-victorian-era/ )
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Antique enamel and diamond necklace with lockets set into the back
Here is a necklace that is so beautiful from near or far and a wonderful testament to the style of the mid-Victorian era in which this was made. Dating from the 1870's, the necklace was made in 15 carat gold and laid out from end to end it measures 40.5cm in length and sits perfectly around the neckline. However it is the three drop sections combined with the lower chain connecting them that really makes this piece stand out. The two side drop measure 4.2cm in length and the centre one 5cm, and not only is it set with a pearl in the centre like the side one, but it is also set with six rose cut diamonds that capture the light beautifully. These drops really are magnificent to admire and make you appreciate the elegance of the Victorian era in which this was made. And then there is the final pièce de résistance to this necklace to take it even further into making this even more special and personal. The back of each of the drops has been fitted with a locket that once photos of loved ones are placed inside, will make this so much more special and personal to the wearer. This is such a magnificent antique necklace that is sure to become a treasured family heirloom. Stock# ET105 Circa: 1870 $8,500
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Antique suffragette fringe necklace made in 15 carat gold
The suffragette movement was not only so important in helping women get equal rights, but helped cement in history the names of people such as Millicent Fawcet and Emmeline Pankhurst, who were both so important in the movement, and here is a truly magnificent antique suffragette fringe necklace that dates from the early 1900's and sits perfectly around the neck. Made in 15 carat gold, suffragette jewellery is recognisable by having three main colours: green, white and violet, and in this necklace it is set with peridot for the green, pearls for the white and amethyst for the purple in a design that looks magnificent on the neck. So timeless in its design, this necklace will so easily suit any woman of any age and will certainly be a wonderful talking point and conversation starter. The centre drop measures 2.8cm in length and the ones at each end 2cm, and laid out from end to end the necklace measures 40.5cm in length. Antique jewellery is so often far more than just fashion based, and here this wonderful suffragette necklace truly exemplifies this. Stock# ES9939 Circa: 1910 $5,200
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Antique suffragette necklace made in 15 carat gold
As elegant and poignant today as when it was made over 100 years ago, this antique suffragette necklace is one that will always be admired for its elegance and grace as well as the meaning behind it. The Suffragette movement was pivotal in such things as giving the right to vote to women, and was a very strong and powerful movement that started in the late 1800’s. This suffragette necklace was made in 15 carat gold in the early 1900's, and suffragette jewellery is easily recognisable by having three main colours, green, white and violet, and in this necklace, it is set with peridot for the green, pearls for the white and amethyst for the purple in a design that itself is so elegant. Measuring 2.8cm from the peridot to the bottom on the pendant section, the necklace itself measures 39cm in length allowing the main part to sit perfectly on the neckline where it will no doubt always be admired. As historically important as it is beautiful, this antique suffragette necklace is simply perfect. Stock# ES9938 Circa: 1910 $3,150
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Art Deco aquamarine and pearl pendant made in the 1920’s
This necklace is a wonderful example of how the styles of yesteryear are just as fashionable as ever. Made in the early Art Dec era of the 1920's in 9 carat gold, the necklace is set with a beautiful 3.30 carat aquamarine suspended from the bottom with a pearl set at the top. However it is also the design that connects the two that adds to the charm and character of the necklace and is so elegant. The drop from the pearl to the aquamarine measures 5cm in length, and when laid out flat, the entire length measures 43cm allowing this to sit so well around the neck. This necklace is perfect for any occasion and is sure to get the attention that it rightly deserves. Stock# ES9894 Circa: 1920 $2,800
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Rare antique 15 carat gold Albert chain made by Stewart Dawson and Co
Over a century ago, the Albert chain was originally made for a man to attach his pocket watch at one end to fit into waistcoat, with the tee bar in the centre button holes. However when men put down their pocket watches in place of the “new” wrist watches at the turn of the 20th century, after a while women started to wear these around their neck, where they are more commonly worn today. And this one here is wonderful for so many reasons. Firstly it was made by the early Australian jeweller, Stewart Dawson & Co in the early 1900's. Early Australian jewellery is becoming so sought after and collectable and this one has his marks at each end near the swivels as well as on the tee bar. Then there is the fact that it was made in 15 carat gold. 15 carat gold was used in England from 1854 until 1931 and Australia followed this same practice making 15 carat gold not only quite short lived, but also incredibly hard to find in an Albert chain. The colour of the gold sits somewhere between a yellow and rose gold, and when worn it achieves such a wonderful warm patina that looks magnificent around the neck. Measuring 40cm in length makes it full length and comfortable to wear around the neck as many of these are either too short or have had links added to extend the chain, and not only this, but the links are lovely and solid and in superb condition. This Albert chain had very little wear in its life as the links are as good as anyone would ever wish to find. 15 carat gold, by an early Australian jeweller and in superb full length condition, all go to make this a very rare and perfect example of an antique Albert chain that is beautiful from every aspect. Stock# U228 Maker: Stewart Dawson & Co Circa: 1900 $10,800 (On hold P)
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Antique moonstone necklace from the early 1900’s
Moonstone is a very unique gemstone and is often a milky white colour with a soft blue tone running through it, as well as having a wonderful visual phenomenon called adularescence, which is best described as a glow from below the surface, giving the impression of moonlight floating on water- hence its name. Whereas today much of the moonstone on the market has many inclusions, quite often the antique pieces are just amazing to admire from near or far such as in this very elegant antique moonstone necklace. Dating from the early 1900's, the necklace was made in 9 carat gold and is set with the largest oval one in the centre measuring 25.2mm by 13.3mm, with the other six pieces graduating smaller in size. The way this necklace sits on the neck really showcase each of the pieces and looks so elegant day or night. Measuring 43cm when laid out from end to end, this is truly such a wonderful and unique necklace that will always be loved, cherished and admired. Stock# ES8344 Circa: 1910 $5,650
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Exceptional quality antique garnet and diamond serpent necklace
Dating from the 1860's comes this exceptional quality antique serpent necklace that is destined to be not only admired from near or far, but such a wonderful conversation starter. Made in 18 carat gold with the diamonds set in sterling silver, the snake motif in jewellery has been popular since Egyptian times, and had a major resurgence when Queen Victoria was presented with an engagement ring in the form of a snake and presented to her by Prince Albert. Whereas many of these antique snake necklaces are often quite short, this one measures a full 44cm in length making it fit so easily around the neck. It is not just the length of the necklace section that is wonderful, but the design alone is so incredible to admire and made even more astonishing as it graduates in width. The time alone to hand make this section would have been so painstakingly time consuming and so difficult to do today, let alone all those years ago. And then the eye is drawn down to the front where the most exciting and highly detailed snake head sits. Designed with a large cabochon section that us highlighted with eighty three rose cut diamonds in a lovely flowing design, there are a further three rose cut diamonds set on the nose. And with the heart shaped section suspended below which again is set with a cabochon garnet and highlighted with twenty one more rose cut diamonds, on the reverse of this section it is fitted with a locket compartment. With the clasp fitting into the head itself, the hand engraving detail is also so beautiful to admire and showcases how much time, care and attention went into making this piece without any modern technology and tools such as what is available today. From every part that you look at this necklace, the quality just shines and there is no doubt that this is an exceptional piece of antique jewellery from the romantic Victorian era. Stock# ES9721 Circa: 1890 $28,500
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Antique boulder opal necklace made in the early 1900’s
Here is an exceptional antique boulder opal necklace that looks as beautiful today as when it was made. Boulder opals were first discovered in 1869 and have the very distinct and beautiful appearance of having their solid ironstone host material either set behind the opal or amazingly running through the opal as can be seen here in these one set into the necklace. Made in the early 1900's in 9 carat gold, the necklace is set with five boulder opals that lead down to the centre where there is a further boulder opal suspended from the bottom. The spectral colours are so beautiful to admire and showcase why boulder opals are so highly prized and desired, and day or night there is no doubt that it will always be admired. And it is not just the opals that are amazing as the setting itself is so beautiful to see. The elegant setting is so beautiful and adds so much charm and character to the necklace. Laid out from end to end, the necklace measures 43cm in length and from one end opal across to the other side, this distance measures 14.9cm with the drop itself measuring 4.5cm in length. Sitting perfectly on the neckline, this antique boulder opal necklace is one that is destined to always get the attention that it rightly deserves. Stock# ES9630 Circa: 1910 $6,200
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Art Nouveau solid opal and natural pearl necklace made in the 1890’s
Here is a truly amazing antique necklace that was made during the Art Nouveau era in the late 1800's and has so many exciting and unique features to it that highlight why there is nothing quite like genuine antique jewellery. Made in 18 carat yellow gold, the design is so elegant especially around the opal and even the detail on the cap holding the suspended pearl at the bottom is exquisite to admire. In the centre is a lovely solid white Australian opal that measures 2.05 carats. With a lovely soft blue-green colour to it that compliments the pearls perfectly, it also highlights the gorgeous setting that surrounds it. And then on the chain leading to it there are three natural pearls on each side as well as three more around the opal then the amazing and large one at the bottom. Today pearls are produced by being cultured, and while these pearls are still considered to be real pearls, these ones have formed naturally as nature intended without being cultured like today and this is made even more amazing by the fact that it is estimated that a natural pearl is produced in between 1 in 5,000 to 1 in 10,000 oysters. The largest one measures 17.1mm by 9.5mm and like all the others has been x-rayed to confirm this making this such an exciting piece. Laid out from end to end the necklace measures 39cm and from the first pearl at one end across to the other, this distance measures 9.2cm and this necklace not only sits perfectly around the neck, but looks absolutely incredible - this is truly such an exciting and beautiful necklace to have around your neck. Over 120 years old and still as beautiful and elegant as when it was made, this is truly an exceptional piece like no other. Stock# ES9558 Circa: 1895 $14,500
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Rare 15 carat suffragette necklace with a detachable brooch/pendant
Here is an extremely rare and beautiful antique suffragette necklace that can be worn so many ways. The suffragette movement was pivotal in giving women the right to vote, and the jewellery used to represent the movement was easily characterised by using the colours green, white and violet as can be seen here in this magnificent suffragette necklace. Made in 15 carat gold at the start of the 1900's, the necklace and detachable brooch/pendant is set with peridot (green), pearls (white) and tourmaline (purple) in a design that is so elegant and typical of jewellery of the late Victorian and early Edwardian eras. The necklace is set with seventy nine pearls, five peridots and six tourmalines with the pearls designed in a magnificent design reminiscent of a fleur-dis-lis design that adds such an elegant look. Laid out from end to end, this part of the necklace measures 40cm in length and is fitted with a barrel clasp. And then to make this piece so versatile in how it can be worn, the lower section can be easily removed and then worn as either a brooch along with the necklace, or as a pendant on its own. This lower section is set with twenty six more pearls and a tourmaline and three peridots and measures 3cm across by 4.5mm. No matter how this piece is worn, it is an incredible necklace that is like no other. Stock# ES9599 Circa: 1900 $12,300
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Rare 15 carat gold and platinum ladies antique Albertina
Here is an incredible rare and impressive ladies Albertina that dates from the 1850's and is arguably one of the finest ones that could ever be found. Not only does it measure and incredible full length that originally would have been worn on the waist to hold a pocket watch at one end, but the detail of the links, the tassels and all the other components are truly sensational. Made in 15 carat rose and green gold, the smaller components are highlighted with platinum. Even though platinum was discovered in 1735, the only way that it could be used in jewellery was to be hammered or forged onto jewellery, and it wasn't until oxyhydrogen was invented in the mid-1800's that could then create a temperature high enough to melt platinum and use it in jewellery. Gold is alloyed with other metals that results in producing different colours. Rose gold is made by primarily adding copper to the gold when being alloyed resulting in the lovely warm tone to it, and today when green gold is made the green colour is more a soft green-yellow colour. However years ago cadmium was added resulting in a stronger colour. While never a strong green such as yellow or white gold, the tone of green in antique pieces has an incredible soft tone to it that looks wonderful here set against both the rose gold and pure white of the platinum. The foxtail links in the tassels are still in superb condition as are the two slide pieces all of which show such incredible detail. Even the four links connecting all of this together are truly amazing to admired from near or far, and this piece has such an incredible tactile feel to it that is so exciting to wear. Laid out from end to end it measures 40.7cm and from the swivel to the bolt ring, it measures 33.5cm in length. Still in exceptional condition, this very piece is featured on page 48 of "How the watch was worn: A fashion for 500 years" by Genevieve Cummins making this an even more exciting piece of history. There is no doubt that anyone will be hard pressed to find a better quality piece such as this, and this is one is up there with the best of the best. Stock# ES9364 Circa: 1855 $14,200
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