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Antique spinner set with carnelian and bloodstone made in 1905
Swivels or spinners as they are also known as, were originally attached to a gents Albert chain, however today it is women who mostly wear them as pendants where they have the advantage to be able to easily rotated over to change the side and therefore the colour of the material, and here is a lovely antique swivel that was made in Birmingham in 1905. Made in 9 carat gold, it is set with bloodstone on one side and carnelian on the other and a lovely rigid curb link design at the top, the swivel measures 28.8mm across by 34.3mm to the top. So versatile and attractive to wear so many different ways, this antique spinner is a perfect accompaniment for any chain or necklace. Stock# ES9423 Hallmarked: Birmingham 1905 $1,450
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Antique pocket watch key with a locket and intaglio of the Cootes family
Here is such a wonderful and exciting antique pocket watch key that is that and so much more. Made in 18 carat yellow gold in the 1870's, not only does this have a pocket watch key that can rotate into itself securely, but it also has a locket on one side and a carved intaglio seal on the other. The bloodstone intaglio has the Latin phrase "Vincit Veritas" which translates to "Truth conquers" and with this as well as the bird sitting on the top of the intaglio and other aspects of it, leads it to the being the family seal of the Cootes, which actually goes as far back as 1066. With the locket on the other side having a dome front to magnify the image, and a beautiful design at the top, this would of course not only suit a pocket watch, but make a wonderful and very unique and special locket. Measuring 19.5mm wide by 38.3mm, this piece is as beautiful as it is exciting. Stock# ES9422 Circa: 1870 $1,750
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15 carat gold antique spinner fob made in Birmingham in 1896
Antique swivels or spinners as they are also known as, look wonderful on a chain around the neck, and here is a very stylish and elegant 15 carat gold antique spinner fob made in Birmingham in 1896. Set with bloodstone on one side and carnelian on the other, it measures 20.2mm across by 26.3mm and spins around easily allowing you to choose which side you wish to face forward. Perfect to hang on an antique Albert chain or any other necklace of your choosing, this antique swivel is still in wonderful condition and has that elegant classic design. Stock# ES8007 Hallmarked: Birmingham 1896 $1,350
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Antique 15ct gold seal
Going back as far as Roman times, 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 here is a very lovely antique 15ct gold seal dating from the Victorian era. Dating from the 1870's the design alone is just gorgeous and although originally used as a necessary item to seal an envelope, today they look gorgeous hanging from a chain around the neck. This one measures 29.2mm by 24.7mm at the base by 30mm tall and the the intaglio seal itself is made from rock crystal that has been hand carved expertly to show off a family crest. So beautiful in the warm colour of the rose gold, this antique seal really is a way to wear a piece of history around your neck. Stock# ES7000 Circa: 1870 $2,300
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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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