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Antique aquamarine and pearl necklace from the early 1900’s
Perfect for any occasion and time of day or night, this antique aquamarine and pearl necklace from the early 1900's sits perfectly on the neckline and will always be admired and commented on for both its beauty and elegance. Made in 15 carat rose gold, the rose gold has that lovely warm tone that looks beautiful against the skin and set with four aquamarines surrounding a pearl at the top, this leads to a lovely drop with a further aquamarine and three more pearls in such a lovely design. The drop section from the top aquamarine to the lower one measures 5.7cm in length, and laid out from end to end the chain itself measures 45cm in length. This design of necklace will be so versatile to wear all the time during the day and well into the night as well as being simply perfect for those summer days where it will continue to stand out so beautifully on the neckline. Made during the elegant Edwardian period, this is such a beautiful aquamarine and pearl necklace that will always be loved no matter where or when it is worn. Stock# ES7631 Circa: 1910 $2,350
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Antique sterling silver Albert chain made in 1915
Originally designed to hold a gents pocket watch, the Albert chain is now more commonly seen worn around a woman's neck, and here is a lovely antique sterling silver Albert chain made in 1915. With beautiful solid curb links that graduate so elegantly from 9mm to 6.5mm, this Albert chain measures a full 51cm in length making it so comfortable and easy to wear around the neck. Whereas many of these wont be long enough to wear around the neck or have had pieces added, this one is all original and being made in the UK has each individually stamped. Fitted with a swivel at each end and a tee bar in the centre, this is a lovely example of an antique Albert chain that is not only so versatile, but in wonderful condition and a lovely solid example to match. Stock# ES7440 Hallmarked: Birmingham 1915 $1,350
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Antique rose gold fancy guard chain measuring 154cm in length
Very popular in the Victorian times, guard or muff chains were used to hold the ladies fob watch securely or to attach to a woollen muff or hand warmer, and here is a very beautiful antique rose gold fancy guard chain measuring 154cm in length. Made in 9ct rose gold, the colour alone of the gold has that delightful warm tone to it that is often missing in modern rose gold. Whereas modern rose gold is often very pink and coppery in colour, this antique guard chain has such a beautiful warm colour that will always be admired. With a swivel at one section to attach whatever the heart desires, the length will easily allow it to be doubled over and worn at different lengths. The chain design is so tactile to run through your fingers, and then there are the twelve additional fancy sections that add such an attractive element to this chain. Still in superb condition well over a century later, and with a gorgeous colour of gold combined with such a beautiful design of links, this antique guard chain is one that is so versatile in how it can be worn. Stock# ES7173 Circa: 1890 $4,850
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Antique Victorian era rose gold guard chain measuring 130cm
Popular in the Victorian times, guard or muff chains were used to hold the ladies fob watch securely or to attach to a woollen muff or hand warmer, and here is a very elegant antique Victorian era rose gold guard chain measuring 130cm in length. The links are facetted belcher links, which as they have angled edges, is much more attractive than the modern round belcher link and having this feature, manages to capture the light so well. Easily able to be wrapped double around the neck or left long, antique guard chains are as versatile as they are beautiful. Made in 9ct rose gold, the colour has that lovely soft warm colour that is so sought after today and looks so good no matter what colour outfit it is worn with. Fitted with its original swivel, this lovely antique guard chain is as beautiful as it is versatile. Circa: 1890 Stock# T339 $1,900
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Rare 22 carat antique guard chain measuring 195cm in length
Guard chains were made and designed for women to wear around her neck with her fob watch attached and were popular in the 19th century, and here is an incredibly rare solid 22 carat antique guard chain measuring 195cm in length, or 6 foot 4 inches when laid out end to end. Entirely hand made, the time needed to make nearly 2 meters of chain in solid gold would have been immense and this one is so beautifully and uniquely designed and measures 5.6mm in diameter. This chain has such a tactile feel to it and can so easily be worn long, doubled or even tripled over, and no matter how you choose to wear it, there is no doubt that it will always be admired and looked upon with awe. Bearing hallmarks for Portugal, if this piece could talk it would be amazing to consider who owned and wore such a magnificent piece of high end jewellery all those years ago. Antique guard chains are around today and make such a versatile style, however there will be little to compare this to it regards to thickness, link design, length and high carat of gold which is practically unheard of with antique guard chains. A truly spectacular and unique piece. Stock# ES7725 Circa: 1880 $18,250
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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 was a true master in carving and knew how to obtain the most detail because as you look closer and closer, you will notice that the carving would not only have taken an immense amount of time, is so exquisitely done. 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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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