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Vintage Cartier sapphire and diamond brooch made in gold and platinum
Cartier is one of the worlds most regarded jewellery and watch company and we are so proud to be able to offer an original Cartier brooch dating from the 1950’s. Cartier was founded in Paris in 1847 by Louis-François Cartier and has become a name that is synonymous with quality and craftsmanship, and when you look at the attention to detail in this Cartier brooch, it is so easily seen with not only the style and design but fine quality of both the sapphire and diamonds and the quality of the setting. Retro jewellery of this period of the 1940’s and 1950’s is so uniquely characterised by such a distinct somewhat flamboyant style and here in this Cartier brooch you can see that the brooch was designed not simply with a floral design in mind typical of the Victorian era of the 1800’s, rather it goes so much further with the angular asymmetrical design at the bottom. Hand made in 18ct white gold and platinum, the brooch measures 40mm by 29.4mm and will stand out on any outfit and always be admired and appreciated for its fine quality and design that Cartier is so famous for. Set with a total of 72 diamonds, the diamonds total 1.44 carats and combined with the 17 sapphires looks amazing and adds so much sparkle.
The sapphires are cabochon cut which adds such a unique appeal and character and these sapphires total 2.68 carats. The reverse side shows the quality that was produced by Cartier with the simple yet ingenious design of having two pins to prevent the brooch from rolling over to one side.
It is this small attention to detail that shows just how high the standard and quality was for jewellery that is produced by Cartier
Worldwide original Cartier jewellery is so highly regarded and sought after, and this Cartier brooch is just spectacular and a true pleasure to own and wear. Stock# ES8600 Maker: Cartier Circa: 1940 $18,850
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Retro era 18 carat fancy tubogas necklace made in France
The tubogas design goes back to Roman times, however the tubogas necklace used in jewellery really started coming into the forefront in jewellery from 1935, and is considered as one of the hardest links to manufacture and is incredibly difficult to find today, so here we are proud to have for offer a very elegant Retro era 18 carat fancy tubogas necklace made in France in the 1950's. This necklace feels magnificent to the touch and there is no other link that feels the same way as it rolls through your fingers, let alone when it is on your neck. Measuring approximately 40cm from end to end, this necklace sits perfectly across the neckline and has such an elegant look and feel to it that will take you back to the wonderful 1950's era of Grace Kelly and Marilyn Monroe. With a look and style of sophistication that is unsurpassed, this necklace from the Retro era is truly spectacular. Stock# ES8501 Circa: 1950 $14,600
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3 stone diamond engagement ring set with antique cut diamonds
Here is the perfect diamond engagement ring for someone who wants something new but with the charm and character of yesteryear - a lovely 3 stone diamond engagement ring set with antique cut diamonds. Hand made in 18 carat white gold in a very elegant and traditional design, the centre European cut diamond measures 1.07 carats and the two side European cut diamonds total 1.50 carats. With a wonderful sparkle to them all, they are I to J in colour and Vs to Si in clarity and being genuine antique cut diamonds, have a wonderful unique and special aspect to them that modern diamonds simply don't have. Measuring 7.6mm wide at the centre by 17.9mm from left to right, this ring will also sit perfectly along side a wedding band to complete the look. Old meets new in this lovely 3 stone diamond ring. Stock# ES8400 $26,200
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Fabulous Colombian emerald and diamond ring from the Retro period
Here is a truly fabulous Colombian emerald and diamond ring from the Retro period of the 1940's that is spectacular to admire from every angle and truly like no other. Exquisitely hand made in entirely in platinum, this ring has such an amazing solid feel to it that is also incredibly tactile thanks to the smooth sides and expert setting of the diamonds. Sitting proudly in the centre is a magnificent natural Colombian emerald that measures 1.60 carats and shows why for centuries Colombian emeralds have long been regarded as the best in the world. Whereas many other emeralds from other localities will be to dark to see through or have far to many inclusions that spoils the appearance of the emerald, this one has such a magnificent transparency that allows not only the light but the eye to see all the way through the stone. Combine this with such a beautiful pure green colour that stands out even more set into the pure white colour of the platinum and the sparkle given off from the diamonds, and you are left with such an eye catching ring. Then on the left and right hand sides set into an upswept design are six single cut diamonds and four round brilliant cut diamonds on each side that come together to total 0.48 carats. The time and expertise to set these diamonds in that angled section highlights the quality and craftsmanship of this ring and emphasises the ring design as a whole. And then running parallel on the other sides are five baguette cut diamonds which total 0.90 carats bringing the total diamond weight in this ring to 1.38 carats making this ring sparkle so beautifully. Measuring 12.5mm wide by 19.9mm long, it has the dimensions to make it always get the attention and admiration that it rightly deserves. Stock# ES8368 Circa: 1940 $18,500
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Platinum tutti frutti brooch set with diamonds, sapphire, rubies and emeralds
The term "Tutti frutti" comes from the Italian word meaning "all fruits" and is a description used to describe jewellery, often brooches or dress clips, that are often set in a somewhat flamboyant over-the-top manor with multiple coloured gemstones and diamonds, as can be seen here in this magnificent platinum tutti frutti brooch set with diamonds, sapphire, rubies and emeralds. From near or far, there is no doubt that this brooch is magnificent to behold and the amount of time that would have been needed to hand make this combined with sourcing the gemstones and planning on where they would be placed in the brooch would have been immense. In total there are an incredible 43 round brilliant cut diamonds, 9 baguette cut diamonds and 4 pear cut diamonds that come together to total 3.51 carats and all of these diamonds are white, and then there are 11 yellow diamonds that add an additional 1.32 carats, resulting in an astonishing total of 4.83 carats. And then to create an explosion of colour there are 6 emeralds, 4 sapphires and 4 rubies that total 0.58 carats, 0.30 carats and 0.64 carats respectively. The magnificent way this brooch has been created gives the impression of a bowl of fruit with the base so beautifully set with the angular baguette cut diamonds leading up to the "bowl" section with the fine and elegant scroll design and then of course that incredible palette of colour from the rubies, sapphires, emeralds and yellow diamonds, and sparkle from the white diamonds sitting on top. Entirely hand made in platinum, the brooch measures 39.8mm across by 27.8mm and no matter the occasion, no matter the time of day and no matter who sees it, there is no doubt that it will always be admired and appreciated from near or far. Stock# ES8364cc Circa: 1980 $22,650
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Handmade diamond engagement ring set with antique diamonds
Here is an exquisite handmade diamond engagement ring set with antique diamonds and made using the same techniques as they used over 100 years ago, and is so well made that people who admire it will have trouble believing that it is a new ring rather than an antique. The quality of work in this ring is evident from every single angle that you look and admire this ring and it is simply breathtaking at the level of detail and craftsmanship that was put into making this ring by a true master jeweller. Along with the detail that can only be achieved in hand making a ring, using antique diamonds helped complete that look a of a genuine antique diamond engagement ring. Sitting proudly in the centre is an antique European cut diamond that measures 2.19 carats and is L in colour. So many people look at the colour of the diamond and compare this to charts and see where L is situated and no longer covet a ring, however this diamond faces up so white that you will be happily surprised at how it looks. And then on each side are three single cut diamonds that total 0.16 carats and add that extra sparkle and highlight the detail in this ring. These diamonds having a millgrain finish which is the elegant crimping along the edge of the setting which adds such an incredible amount of charm and character to the ring. From near or far, this is one engagement ring that will always be loved and admired and always get the attention that it deserves. This is a ring that our master jeweller created, and we are more than happy to it down and design and make that perfect ring for you. Stock# ES8328 $33,000
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Engagement ring with antique diamonds in our 16 carat gold and platinum
Here is a truly magnificent and very unique handmade reproduction engagement ring set with antique diamonds. Today rings can be made in two ways - either mass produced cast made using a wax carving either carved by hand or CAD designed, or hand made. The advantage of a ring that has been hand made is in the quality and detail. Not only is the gold or platinum stronger as there is no air bubbles or porosity often found in cast made rings, but the detail that can be achieved can be breathtaking. With this ring, not only was it handmade to an extremely high standard, but it was made using techniques employed by jewellers over 100 years ago. Sitting proudly in the centre is a vibrant antique European cut diamond that measures 0.57 carats and is H in colour and Si in clarity and has the unique charm and character of being a diamond that was cut by hand over 100 years ago. The side diamonds are the early single cut diamonds and total 0.13 carats and were millgrain set which can be seen in the elegant crimping along the setting, which was a popular technique years ago. Then there is the 16 carat gold and platinum that this ring was made from. The story of how we came about our own 16 carat gold is published here and well worth a read: https://www.kalmarantiques.com.au/articles/our-own-16-carat-rose-gold/ Platinum is such a wonderful pure precious metal that goes so well with the very soft rose colour from our 16 carat gold, creating such a unique and special ring. This is a ring that our master jeweller created, and we are more than happy to it down and design and make that perfect ring for you. The standard of quality in this ring is unparalleled and to such a high standard. Stock# ES8323 $7,350
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Retro era synthetic ruby and diamond ring made in France in the 1940’s
Here is a truly spectacular original Retro era synthetic ruby and diamond ring made in France in the 1940's that looks absolutely amazing on the finger and will no doubt always get the attention and admiration that it deserves. With an incredible angular design, the ring was made in 18 carat rose gold and platinum. Rose gold has such a lovely warm colour to it, and the colour of gold in this ring certainly compliments both the rubies and the diamonds. The ring is set with three sections each set with four European cut diamonds. These diamonds come together to total 0.72 carats and are all set in platinum in such an incredible angular setting that mirrors the design of the ring. Then there are the two rows of synthetic rubies that total 0.50 carats. When synthetic rubies and sapphires were first invented in the early part of the 1900's and started coming onto the market soon there after, they were embraced by jewellers and the public alike as for the jewellers they could now have access to evenly matched fancy cut stones and the public as these were all new and an exciting leap forward in technology at the time. The ring measures 13.3mm wide at the centre by 29.9mm across and has such an incredible profile that will have you admiring it from every angle. With such a unique and captivating design, this is one ring from the fabulous Retro era that is truly like no other. Stock# ES8214 Circa: 1940 $7,650
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4.60 carat emerald and diamond ring set in platinum
This ring certainly stands out on the finger and is sure to be admired every time that it is worn. Set with a beautiful natural 4.60 carat emerald, on each side there is a trilliant cut diamond that accentuates the ring perfectly. The entire ring is hand made in platinum and was made in London in 2016. The emerald has such a beautiful deep green with wonderful transparency that allows you to see right through the emerald and being set in platinum which is a pure white colour really helps to show off its amazing colour and size. The two trilliant cut diamonds total 1.12 carats and are F in colour and VS in clarity. The triangular shape of these diamonds suit this ring perfectly and from left to right the ring measures 19.3mm by 10.3mm wide at the centre. Sitting perfectly on the finger, this ring would easily suit any finger including making a wonderful engagement ring, and no matter the time of the day or night, this is one ring that will always stand out. Stock# ES8235 Circa: 2016 $32,000
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Retro era 18 carat rose, yellow and white gold signet ring
Just look at the design of this Retro era 18 carat rose, yellow and white gold signet ring and see how the angular lines and combination of three colours of gold works so well. Made in France in the 1940's, this design of this signet ring is just amazing and looks incredible on the finger. With the top white gold section measuring 9.2mm by 10.1mm, the side has those incredible rose and white gold sections that lead to the yellow gold band. This is such a stylish signet ring that has such a unique look and charm that is destined to always be admired every time that it is seen. This is the epitome of Retro jewellery, with its strong bold lines, yet still in a style that has so much character and elegance and is truly a one off. Stock# ES8113 Circa: 1940 $1,850
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16 carat gold and platinum Lightning Ridge black opal and diamond ring
Here is an amazing 16 carat gold and platinum Lightning Ridge black opal and diamond ring that was hand made by our master jeweller and is a ring like no other. To begin with the unique 16 carat gold. The story of how we came about 16 carat gold is published here and well worth a read: https://www.kalmarantiques.com.au/articles/our-own-16-carat-rose-gold/ Sitting so proudly in the centre is a truly magnificent solid Australian Lightning Ridge black opal. Not only does Australia produce the most opals in the world, Australian opals are also regarded as the best in the world, with the Lightning Ridge black opal the best of the best. This opal was actually in an antique brooch that dated from the early 1900's but was badly damaged and couldn't be repaired. Measuring 2.79 carats, the spectral colours in this ring is just spectacular. The amount of red, which is the most desired, is just amazing and it is so easy to fall in love with just this opal alone. However not only was this ring made by our master jeweller to such an incredibly high standard, but in keeping in our tradition of dealing in antiques, surrounding the opal are twenty four antique single cut diamonds that total 0.43 carats and highlight the opal magnificently. The proportions of this ring are just perfect measuring 16.1mm across by 19.2mm and day or night, this is one ring that is sure to always be admired and appreciated for so many reasons. This is a ring that our master jeweller has created, and we are more than happy to it down and design and make that perfect ring for you. Modern technology and antique come together harmoniously to create a perfect and very unique ring unlike no other. Stock# NS439 $28,600
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14 carat gold onyx and diamond cufflinks
Cufflinks finish a suit perfectly, and here are such an elegant pair of 14 carat gold onyx and diamond cufflinks that will always stand out thanks to their elegance and style. Made in 14 carat yellow gold, each cufflink is set with twelve round brilliant cut diamonds that are set onto a lovely facetted piece of black onyx. The contrast of gold, diamonds and black onyx works so well and will stand out day or night. Fitted with fittings that are so easy to take on and off, these cufflinks are just perfect. Stock# ES8162 Circa: 1980 $3,300
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