15 carat gold antique collar made in the Victorian era
Here is an outstanding antique collar that is over 140 years old and will surprise many when they discover this as it is as elegant and fashionable today as when it was made.
Destined to stand out with any outfit, the collar was made in 15 carat gold with the colour of the gold having a wonderful rich colour to it that looks even more amazing on the neckline.
With such an amazing design that will captivate all who see it, the collar measures 49cm in length, with the larger links measuring 1.6cm wide, and the collar has the most well designed clasp that slides discreetly into one of the links where it is hidden seamlessly.
Still in superb condition, this antique collar is truly exceptional and will be admired from near or far.
Stock# ET604
Circa: 1880
$11,650
$11,650.00
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Antique sterling silver collar made in the 1890’s Victorian era
This collar was made over 130 years ago, yet it still has such a modern and contemporary look to it that will also suit being worn for any occasion, day or night.
Made in sterling silver in the 1890's, the detail in the links is amazing and the links themselves have such a smooth and tactile feel to them.
Measuring 45cm in length, the links measure 1.6cm wide and at one end is a bolt ring to connect it together which can be worn at the back or at the front for not only a feature, but to also hang something off it such as a locket.
This antique collar is a great example of why so many antique pieces look as good today as when they were first made.
Stock# ET580
Circa: 1890
$1,800
$1,800.00
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Beautiful fancy antique Albert chain made in the 1890’s
Many people now wear an Albert chain, or fob watch chain as they are also known as around the neck, however the Albert chain was originally designed to hold a pocket watch to a gents waistcoat. 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 here is one that is so beautiful, all original and in wonderful condition.
Made in the 1890's in 9 carat rose gold, there is something so beautiful about antique rose gold with its warm tone and patina compared to a lot of modern rose gold that can be quite pink. The colour is so beautiful and looks even better against the skin where combined with the charming design, will always look perfect.
Measuring 40cm in length allows it to fit comfortably around the neck and the intricate detailing is just so beautiful and a real testament to the designs of a lovely bygone era.
This really is such a beautiful piece that will always be admired.
Stock# ET386
Circa: 1890
$4,550
$4,550.00
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Antique necklace set with pearls, peridot and rubies
This necklace not only looks divine, but it sits so well on the neckline where it will no doubt always get the attention and admiration that it rightly deserves.
Made in the early 1900's in 15 carat gold, the necklace is set with three main sections each set with peridot and pearls with a peridot at each end to finish it off. With the spacing sections between each drop set with more pearls, they are also set with rubies to add more colour and character to an already magnificent necklace.
Measuring 40cm from end to end, the centre drop section measures 2.8cm and the colour of all the stones will look so elegant day or night.
This is such a regal necklace that will have any woman feeling like royalty when she wears it.
Stock# ET374
Circa: 1910
$6,250
$6,250.00
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Antique red paste necklace made by Angus & Coote in 15 carat gold
This antique necklace is set with such vibrant red paste in a beautiful design that will make sure that it is always admired from near or far every time that it is worn.
Made by the early Australian company, Angus and Coote in the early 1900's, this necklace was made in 15 carat gold, a carat of gold which is no longer used today. With a gorgeous soft and warm rose colour to the gold, this is accentuated by the red paste. Paste is a form of glass that has been used in jewellery since the 18th century, and is still used in modern jewellery today.
With such an elegant design, this is further highlighted by the charming natural seed pearls that compliment the entire necklace so perfectly.
Laid out from end to end, the necklace measures 47.5cm allowing it to sit so easily and comfortably around the neck.
A wonderful piece of not only antique jewellery, but Australian jewellery that will always be cherished.
Stock# U209
Maker: Angus & Coote
Circa: 1910
$1,400
$1,400.00
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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
$8,500.00
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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
$5,200.00
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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
$3,150.00
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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
$2,800.00
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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
$5,650.00
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Antique amethyst and seed pearl necklace by Joseph Lawrence
The colour of the amethyst combined with the charming seed pearls and the design of the necklace, all comes together to create a gorgeous necklace that looks as beautiful today as when it was made over 110 years ago.
Made in 9 carat rose gold that compliments both the amethysts and the seed pearls perfectly, the design is just so wonderful to admire from near or far and will be the perfect necklace to wear to any occasion.
Laid out from end to end, the necklace measures 49cm and from the pearl set section at the top to the lowest amethyst, this distance measures 4.5cm.
The design allows it to sit so elegantly around the neck with each of the side amethysts sitting marginally higher than the centre one, and the length of the necklace lets it fall and sit perfectly across the neckline.
Made by Joseph Lawrence, an early Australian jeweller, not only is this necklace so beautiful, but made by one of Australia's early jewellers makes it that much more exciting.
Stock# ES9683
Maker: Joseph Lawrence
Circa: 1910
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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
$6,200.00
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