Stunning Necklaces

Fobs. These little pieces speak to my heart. They have secrets about them I try to uncover. What does the symbolism mean? Is this phrase attached to a famous fraternity or a clandestine brotherhood? Who made it, when and why? My curiouser and curiouser nature keeps me asking questions. In this case, I think that this wonderful fob symbolizes the unity of England, Scotland and Wales, by featuring the Rose of England, the Thistle of Scotland and the Daffodil of Wales and it bears the word ‘Unitie’ meaning ‘unity’ or ‘from many, one’.

This antique early Victorian gold fob was handcrafted in England around 1840. It’s a flower shaped fob with an oval carnelian seal featuring an intaglio of the three flowers and the word, “UNITIE”. Overall, this seal fob measures 19.4 x 15.2 x 12.4 mm and it weighs 3.6 grams. It bears no marks and has been acid tested.

This beautiful object would look lovely on a bracelet or that long gold chain in your jewelry box. Imagine it with a simple floral dress, your hair up, and flats on.

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In 1890, the Birmingham Jewellery and Silversmiths’ Association opened a school specifically for jewelry making on Vittoria Street in Birmingham. More than 125 years later, the Birmingham School of Jewellery is still there, educating students in the worlds of silversmithing, horology, gemology, and more. The school is found at the heart of the city’s Jewellery Quarter, now an urban center with a creative atmosphere. The jewelry trade was once considered the most lucrative career in Birmingham. Apprentices were required to attend the Birmingham School of Art, in which, the branch of Jewellery and Silversmithing was found. The Jewellery Quarter once produced 40% of the UK’s jewelry. It is where many technological advancements in the world of jewelry making were born.

This antique Arts & Crafts silver turquoise drop necklace was handcrafted in England by the Birmingham School around the year 1910. The largest turquoise is a robin egg blue shade with metallic matrices throughout. It’s oval en cabochon cut and oh so lovely. The center turquoise is round en cabochon and the bottom turquoise is oval en cabochon. This necklace was made in silver on a 17.75-inch chain. The drop measures 65 x 25 mm. This piece weighs 9.1 grams. It has been acid tested.

This unapologetically chic necklace is hard for me to give up. It goes so well with a white t-shirt and jeans, and that sundress I wear all the time, and that low cut black dress…

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It’s the color of autumn, the season of jack-o-lanterns and leaves the color of daffodils, fire, and port wine. The smell of grandma’s apple pie fills the air and mixes with the scents of nutmeg and cinnamon. The world feels happier, the coffee tastes sweeter. T-shirts are covered with sweatshirts and iced tea becomes hot cider. It’s the color of tradition, of shorter days and longer nights, of fireside stories and fleece flannel blankets.

This antique Edwardian enameled belt buckle was handcrafted in Birmingham, England, in 1910. It was made in sterling silver and has been acid tested. The enamel is golden orange in color and is in excellent condition. This piece measures 66.4 x 82 x 6.5 mm and weighs 40.2 grams. This buckle is fully hallmarked and contains the crown and lion passant, for Birmingham, England, and the letter year code, ‘l’, for 1910. It also bears a maker’s mark that reads, ‘L.E’.

For a handsome accessory made for a gentleman, this enameled belt buckle would make an excellent birthday or holiday gift!

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This lovely little French ring reminds me of a delicate flower, freshly plucked from the Spring garden. Can you tell that I'm ready for spring? Ready to get a little dirt under my nails? Of course, I'll clean them up well with the brush before I put this beauty back on my finger!

Wonderful fresh and sparkling Amethyst and Rose Cut Diamond ring. Hand crafted in 18 karat gold with a rosy hue, the stones are flanked by delicately engraved leaves crafted in gold with a touch of green. Inscribed inside the band with 'Emile á Helene 15-11-21'. It is unmarked but I've had it acid tested to verify content. Made in France around 1920. It weighs 1.8 grams and is a size 6.5, it's clearly been re-sized at least once and could be again.

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I found this silver pill box on my last trip to Paris. I was asked what on earth I would use it for. My rebuttal was fairly informative as there are many things to be put inside tiny boxes. I listed off the obvious things, pills, earrings, love notes, matches, and then I added rings, that extra button to the cashmere sweater I treasure oh so much, even chocolates from the chocolatier, who was just down the road from where I now stood arguing my convincing position. Now that I’m home again and have tested out this lovely box, I can tell you that les petites truffles avec café fit perfectly inside this vessel. The best part? Nobody but me will be sneaking my chocolates.

This antique Art Nouveau sterling silver snuff box was handcrafted in France around 1890. It features a repoussed mistletoe motif on the front lid. This rectangular piece measures 17.3 x 63.9 x 45.2 mm and it weighs 29.6 grams. It has been acid tested. It bears the French boards head silver fineness mark.

Hide your secrets inside this fabulous silver box as it’s a treasure chest that’s all your own.

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Mizpah is steeped in history and time as it originates from the bible. The word refers to wishing good luck and safe return to the other as you must be apart for a while. “May the Lord watch between thee and me while we are apart, one from the other”, known as the Watchtower. During a time of world exploration, sea travel, and war, Mizpah became a symbol of romance, of desire, and of chivalry. To gift this ring to another meant they were indelibly marked on your heart, and with this ring they could find comfort when apart.

This antique gold MIZPAH ring was handcrafted in Birmingham, England in 1915. This ring is a size 8 and it weighs 3.8 grams. It was crafted in 9 karat gold and bears the corresponding hallmarks, “9” and “.375”. The ring face measures 5.9 mm in depth and 1.2 mm off the finger. The band width is 3 mm at the back. It bears the date letter, “q” and the maker’s mark, “W&J.S”.

A Mizpah ring is a timeless way sweep them off of their feet, to delve into old tradition, and to show your heart.

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It was always there, around her neck, like it was a part of her. It was a gift from her mother’s mother when she was a child. She rarely took it off, she couldn’t think of a reason to. Honestly, neither can I.

This beautiful Austro-Hungarian antique silver turquoise and garnet cross was handcrafted around 1870. This beautiful pendant showcases six cabochon turquoises patterned with five oval faceted garnets set in silver. Overall, this piece measures 61 x 38.6 mm and it weighs 9.4 grams. It bears no marks and has been acid tested.

Art, religion, faith, and beauty, it’s a truly righteous combination.

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Niello is a black metalwork method that fuses to a silver base. It holds a metallic luster that is very sturdy. Ancient Egyptians likely created this copper, silver, and lead sulphide technique. The Ancient Romans made use of it as well, spreading the practice throughout Europe during the Roman occupation. During the Renaissance, it met its height in popularity as Francesco Francia and Maso Finiguerra (both goldsmiths and artists) mastered the skill. The niello trend came back again at the end of the 18th century and stuck around until the beginning of the 20th century.

This antique niello link watch chain was handcrafted in England around 1880. It measures 16.5 inches in length and weighs 15.4 grams. This necklace bears the silver fineness mark, “800”. It also bears a maker’s mark.

This fantastic watch chain can be worn around the neck or wrapped around the wrist for a layered look.

Note: locket is shown with chain for reference only and is not included.

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The ancient Greeks were a seafaring people, who built their empire across the Mediterranean. Dolphins have thrived in this sea for thousands of years. It’s no wonder this creature appears frequently in Greek art and mythology. The dolphin was associated with the fundamentals of human existence. He was considered a messenger between this world and the next. He was known for helping mankind when in need. These days Dolphins are considered symbols of freedom, protection and good luck.

This vintage silver Danish bracelet was handcrafted around 1950. It’s a Mid-Century piece with Dutch import and makers marks that features an adorable dolphin motif. Each stylized dolphin panel measures 23 x 29 x 4 mm. Overall, this piece measures 7.25 inches in length and weighs 42.2 grams.

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For centuries, coral was believed to protect the wearer from evil, from sickness, and from pain. During the Georgian Era, coral was typically filed smooth and strung onto a necklace. Children of means would often wear a coral necklace, given to them from a loved one, to keep them safe. Of course, coral, especially red coral – the rarest and most expensive – was also fashionable. Jane Harley, the Countess of Oxford, wore a string of red coral around her neck. It was in vogue for the rich and the powerful. And honestly, I’m not convinced it ever went out of style!

This coral ring was likely handcrafted in Austria-Hungary. It’s dated, “18-7-53”, the date of July 18th, 1953. This silver stunner showcases five red-orange corals on the flower-themed ring face which measures 22.5 x 18 x 9 mm off the finger. The band width measures 1.5 mm at the back. This ring is a size 5.5 and it weighs 6 grams.

Ward off evil and look devilishly good doing it with these lovely and versatile coral studs.

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Georg Jensen was born in Raadvad, Denmark, in 1866. His dream was to be a sculptor, he succeeded at this a little in the beginning as it allowed him entrance into the Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen. While attending school he earned grants due to his goldsmith skills and sculptural talents. After graduating in 1892 he still sought his dream of being a sculptor but after traveling the world and witnessing the ideas of Art Nouveau, he decided to give the idea of making beautiful yet functional things a try.

In 1904, he took a risk, as he had no money, and two kids, and opened his own silversmith shop in Copenhagen. As time went on his work traveled the world in various exhibits and by 1935 he had stores throughout the entire world. This vintage silver pendant features St. Christopher assisting Christ across the river. It’s a round piece that measures 24 mm in diameter and weighs 6.1 grams. It bears two silver fineness marks, “SILVER” and “.925”, as well as a date letter that resembles a cursive l. The maker’s mark reads, “GJLtd”. This pendant was handcrafted in London around 1960.

This is a wonderful little pendant, truly delightful and perfect for a necklace!

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Elegance is something to strive for. It takes a certain walk, a certain aura, a precise way of laughing, of smiling, of sipping one’s tea. It’s a skill. This necklace allows you to skip all of that and come out ahead. It’s grace and sophistication without the stuffiness. You’re welcome.

This antique Edwardian amethyst and diamond gold necklace was handcrafted in England around 1910. A row of gradated rose-cut diamonds drop from an amethyst and connect to a larger diamond-shaped amethyst at the base. The amethyst at the top measures 6.5 x 5 x 3.6 mm and the bottom stone measures 12.4 x 10.2 x 6.2 mm. The chain measures 15.5 inches and the drop measures 40 mm. There are no marks and it has been acid tested.

From denim to ballgowns, this necklace is wearable and oh so lovely. It was meant to be yours, otherwise you wouldn’t be drooling on your computer screen right now.

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The thing about lockets is, they become yours. They hold your photographs. They keep your secrets. They know your meaning. Their beauty and history is just a plus. Lockets began to appear in Europe sometime during the 16th century. They were worn to hide good luck charms, perfume, or tiny love letters. Ladies of the court liked to fill theirs with scents, as the ballroom heat could cause quite a bit of fainting. The popularity of lockets spread to the middle class where they were given as gifts within a gift, with a painted portrait of a lover’s eye, a small note, or a private token, tucked clandestinely inside.

This antique Victorian pearl and enamel locket was handcrafted around 1890 in England. It features a fantastic starburst motif on the front made up of pearls with enamel details. When opened, the inside reveals two frames awaiting your favorite photographs! This pendant measures 51.5 x 31.5 x 12.5 mm and weighs 17.6 grams. It bears no marks and has been acids tested.

Wearing a charm like this locket was considered essential for day wear, especially after Prince Albert gifted his beloved Queen Victoria a bracelet of nine heart lockets, in honor of each of their children.

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Racket sports date back centuries but tennis began in England on the lawns of well-to-do ladies’. Middle-class Victorian ladies held highly regulated lives during the mid-1800s. They weren’t allowed to pick flowers in parks or to attend public meetings. They were, however, allowed a few leisure activities and one of the most popular was tennis. It began as a casual sport, with patting a ball back and forth on a well-tended lawn. Once the men got involved, the game became more competitive with score-keeping. Official rules for tennis were finalized in 1874. Tennis was a game of mental and physical strength, but it was also considered a moral and exciting sport for the Victorians.

This antique Victorian niello tennis racket brooch was handcrafted around 1880. It measures 51.4 x 18.6 x 6.5 mm and weighs 3.2 grams. It’s a charming pin with a tennis ball in the center of the racket head. It bears the silver fineness mark, “800”.

Beat the competition with this charming racket brooch pinned to your collar!

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This ring is for romantic nights in Barcelona with sweet red wine on a white terrazzo terrace. It’s for golden sunsets in the distance with a handsome man, with a smile as wide as the mountainous horizon. It’s for chatting with strangers, shopping at the Mercado de La Boqueria, and smelling those brilliantly orange gazanias in the gardens of Laribal.  

This antique Austro-Hungarian aquamarine ring was handcrafted around 1890. It features a large faceted dark blue aquamarine colored paste gem at the center of a chunky silver gilt floral motif. This ring is a size 7.25 and it weighs 9.5 grams. It bears the silver fineness mark, “925” indicating sterling silver. The ring face measures 23 x 19 x 9.7 mm. 

This stunner is a beautiful statement ring, all dressed up and ready to go to your next cocktail party!

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Greyhounds are an ancient breed that originated in Egypt around 9,000 years ago. They were bred for hunting large game, using their sight and not their scent. The name comes from the German, “greishund” which means, “old dog”. In 1014 AD, English Law stated that killing a greyhound was punishable by death. 

This antique Georgian carnelian gold fob was handcrafted in England around 1820. This detailed seal showcases gold on a winding top set with a beveled flat-cut carnelian with a greyhound intaglio. The graceful greyhound is racing with all four legs off the ground and there is a small chip in his back due to love and wear. It measures 20.4 x 14 x 14 mm and it weighs 5.0 grams. This piece bears no marks but has been acid tested at 15 karat gold. This wonderful fob seal is a token of man’s best friend.

Queen Victoria was known for owning her own greyhounds back in the day.

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Sometimes, she liked to play dress up and put on her favorite pieces – a little black dress with gold drop earrings, black shoes and metallic eyeshadow. Sometimes, she’d play a little vinyl and pour a little wine. Sometimes, she’d dance around her living room singing and imagining she was somewhere important, like a ball in a Jane Austen novel, or a piano bar studded with movie stars. There’s nothing wrong with daydreaming when you’re wearing earrings as dreamy as these.

These antique Victorian gold drop earrings were handcrafted in England around 1890. They’re a beautiful pair crafted in 15 karat gold. Each earring measures 47 x 9.3 mm and together they weigh 4.8 grams. They have been acid tested.

Your ears deserve the best, and these earrings are certainly the best.

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The thing about lockets is, they become yours. They hold your photographs. They keep your secrets. They know your meaning. Their beauty and history are just a plus. Lockets began to appear in Europe sometime during the 16th century. They were worn to hide good luck charms, perfume, or tiny love letters. The popularity of lockets spread to the middle class where they were given as gifts within a gift, with a painted portrait of a lover’s eye, a small note, or a private token, tucked clandestinely inside.

This antique Art Nouveau silver locket was handcrafted in France around 1900. A repoussed mistletoe motif makes up the front of this round locket and when opened it reveals one frame lined in blue fabric. This piece measures 39 x 29.2 mm and weighs 6.7 grams. It bears the silver fineness mark, “800” and a maker’s mark, “S C”.

Wearing a charm like this locket was considered essential for day wear, especially after Prince Albert gifted his beloved Queen Victoria a bracelet of nine heart lockets, one for each of their children.

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Paste, or glass gemstones with strong dispersions of light, date back to at least Ancient Roman times when they would use colored glass to imitate emeralds and lapis lazuli. In the Victorian era, jewelry made with precious stones was coveted and flaunted. Paste and all colored glass was so new and rare that it became equally mesmerizing, at times even more coveted than the ‘real’ thing. Of course, they were also a fashion all their own. Ladies would wear deeply colored pastes as part of their evening jewelry sets.

This antique Edwardian pink paste silver necklace was handcrafted around 1910 in England. It’s a stunning piece featuring six bright pink paste and seven creamy white pearls. There are three drops from the large center paste with long pear-cut paste and shiny pearls. The design continues onto the chain where more pearls and paste can be found, so your entire neck will look glamorous. The necklace is 15.5 inches in length with a 3-inch drop, which also measures 78 x 20.5 mm. This piece weighs 10.1 grams and it has been acid tested.

I just adore this shade of pink, it looks like frosting on a red velvet cupcake or the petals on a bouquet of roses. Lucky you, you get to wear it around your neck. Wear it with your wedding gown to create an instant family heirloom.  

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Paste, or glass gemstones with strong dispersions of light, date back to at least Ancient Roman times when they would use colored glass to imitate emeralds and lapis lazuli. In the Victorian era, jewelry made with precious stones was coveted and flaunted. Coco Chanel adopted pastes, crystals, and rhinestones, using them to craft high-fashion statement pieces during the Art Deco era. Celebrity socialites adored these superbly constructed rings, and pieces like this became known as, “costume jewelry”.

This vintage silver paste ring was handcrafted in Germany around 1920. This Art Deco stunner is a size 8 and it weighs 6.4 grams. This ring features a rectangle soft blue paste set in silver with a swirling frame supported by split shoulders of the same whirling design. This piece was handcrafted by the Fahrner firm and bears the corresponding hallmark, “FAHRNER”. It also bears the silver fineness mark, “835” and a maker’s mark. The ring face measures 20.3 x 15.3 x 6 mm off the finger and the band width is 2.4 mm at the back.

Theodor Fahrner was one of the famous Pforzheim, Germany jewelry makers who made a name for themselves during the Art Nouveau and Arts & Crafts eras. His firm became known for their epic Art Deco designs as they made affordable pieces that reached international fame.

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During the Victorian era, at the turn of the 20th century, pigs were considered good luck, along with pansies, mushrooms, clovers, and horseshoes. Postcards became a cheap and popular way to send mail with the invention of stamps, and so, for New Year’s 1900, postcards with good luck pigs were everywhere. Of course, pigs weren’t just for greeting cards as their motif could easily be crafted into a tiny charm and placed on a bracelet as a way of wishing someone good luck.

This vintage gold pig charm was handcrafted in Birmingham, England in 1964. This adorable little pig measures 11 x 20.3 x 4.7 mm and it weighs 0.7 grams. It bears the gold purity hallmarks, “9” and “.375”. It also bears the date letter, “P” and a maker’s mark, “W.H.C”.

Winston Churchill apparently once said, “I am fond of pigs. Dogs look up to us. Cats look down on us. Pigs treat us as equals.”

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It’s like the sun as it rises over the mountains somewhere in the west. It’s like the coral under the foam of the sea, with clown fish swimming in and out of its arms. It’s like a ripe pumpkin in the autumn, carved with the face of a jack-o-lantern, glowing bright around the flame of a candle. This carnelian necklace is filled with wonder, it looks like a field of California poppies around your neck.

This vintage gold carnelian necklace was handcrafted around 1920, most likely in America. The decorative 14-karat gold chain measures 16.75 inches in length and supports four carnelian beads and one drop carnelian with a carved floral design. The drop measures 1.75 inches and measures 42.4 x 21.7 mm. This piece measures 9.2 grams.

This necklace has the privilege of being wrapped around your neck and elegantly dangling over your décolletage.

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You could give it to her as the sun is setting in May, while the flowers are closing to go to sleep, as you sit on the back porch. You could give it to her on her birthday, hide it inside her usual morning coffee mug, making sure she doesn’t pour coffee over it first. You could give it to her for Christmas, leave it in her stocking, wait for her to find it, and anticipate that wide-eyed look and delightful smile. It doesn’t necessarily matter how the giving happens, so long as it does because she’ll love this ring.

This antique Victorian sapphire and diamond gold ring was handcrafted in England around 1890. This piece showcases an oval sapphire at the center of 14 round diamonds on a marquis ring face supported by a size 8.5 band. The sapphire measures 3.9 x 5 x 2.6 mm and weighs approximately .42 carats. There are 13 Old European cut diamonds and one brilliant cut, which was likely a replacement stone. The brilliant cut weighs approximately .03 carats. 11 of the Old European cut stones weigh approximately .03 carats each, while two of the Old European cut stones weigh approximately .01 carats each. Overall, this ring holds approximately .38 carats of diamonds. The ring face measures 17 x 8.5 x 4 mm off the finger and the band width is 2 mm at the back. It bears no marks and has been acid tested at 18 karat gold.

In any which way you choose, this antique ring longs to be gifted to her. It’s just her style and just her taste.

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The Pools of Light necklace trend began during the Edwardian era and really picked up steam in the 1920s. These long necklaces were chic with the flapper dresses of the time. They’re made up of clear rock crystal orbs that refract light as it enters and diffuses it as it exists, giving nearby surfaces a ‘pool of light’ effect. For this stunning light feature to take hold, the crystal spheres much be whole, meaning no holes, and they must be colorless.

This vintage Art Deco rock crystal necklace was handcrafted around 1920. There are 40 rock crystal spheres set in a 30-inch silver long guard chain. Each rock crystal measures 13 mm in diameter. This gorgeous necklace weighs more than 100 grams and has been acid tested. This long necklace lacks a clasp but can fit right over your head.

Rock crystal is valued for its colorlessness and flawlessness. It’s a transparent variety of quartz that has also been called a “mountain crystal” or an “Alaska Diamond”. Rock crystal doesn’t contain enough trace minerals to give it color, hence it’s pure clearness. Rock crystal has been used since ancient times in art and sculpture. It was carved into vessels, and spheres, like this necklace, and used as a gemstone. Ancient Egyptians used quartz sand crystals to develop glass making in 1500 BC.

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For her to feel at ease as she sat at dinner among neighbors and friends in gowns and waistcoats she needed something familiar. Her shoes were new, and her dress was novel, her hair was freshly cut, and the food was cold. From her ears dangled a pair of silver flower drop earrings, her favorite by a wide margin. They were simple, comfortable; her mother wasn’t sure about them, but that didn’t seem to bother the gentleman across the table who kept vying for her attention. They gave his eyes something to focus on when he attempted to glance away from her baby blues.

These antique Victorian silver flower drop earrings were handcrafted in England around 1880. They’re embossed with a simple flower design. Each earring measures 30.7 x 15.7 mm and together they weigh 4 grams. They bear no marks and have been acid tested.

The Victorian era was all about etiquette and then bending the rules. These earrings do just that, they blend in by making just the right amount of a statement. They’re quite pretty, and they would look marvelous hanging from your ears.

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The wrist is an underrated space for accessories. We decorate our fingers with stacks of rings while the neck boasts layers of chains, and the ears carry earrings that frame the face. The wrist is prime real estate for completing an ensemble. It can wear watches, charm bracelets, even necklaces that wrap around and around. These days watches seem unnecessary with the use of smart phones, and that’s perfectly ok. But the wrist still needs some love, so dazzle it with a heart lock bracelet and give it what it deserves.

This antique late Victorian gold heart lock bracelet was handcrafted around 1900 in England. It measures eight inches in length and weighs 24.2 grams. Each link measures 12.8 x 15.1 mm. It bears the gold purity mark, “9Ct”, meaning it was made in 9 karat gold, and the maker’s mark, “E.C.”.

Bracelets like this one are so endlessly wearable, once you put this one on, you might never take it off.

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It was all in a glance, the way she turned her head when she thought she heard her name across the room. Her eyes gazed around, searching. The silver abalone ring around her finger reflected light from the bright chandelier, just for a second, as she shifted. The abalone took on a life of its own, shining like moving water from the inside. She turned back to her conversation, as if nothing had happened.

This vintage silver abalone ring was handcrafted in Denmark by Carl Ove Fryensburg. It was crafted around 1950-60 with a round shimmery and colorful slice of abalone shell. This ring is a size 7 and it weighs 7.7 grams. The ring face measures 18.8 x 19 x 10.8 mm off the finger and the band width is 7 mm at the back. It bears the silver fineness mark, “STERLING”, the origin mark, “DEMARK” and the maker’s mark, “COF”.

This retro ring sits high on the finger, like a statement piece should.

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Queen Victoria wore a heart-shaped locket, surmounted with a crown, around her neck. It held a lock of her dear Prince Albert’s hair from when he was a child. She rarely took it off. It was a gold piece with crystal, sent to the Queen by Prince Albert’s nurse in 1867. It added fire to the sentimental jewelry trend of the time, which is why we are lucky enough to have lockets like this around today.

This wonderful Victorian gold heart locket was handcrafted around 1900. It’s an antique English piece with the front showcasing engraved floral and heart details while the back bears a motif of swirling florals. It opens to reveal two frames with windows. This pendant measures 29 x 22.2 mm and weighs 3.8 grams. It bears the gold purity hallmark, “9CT FRONT BACK”.

For locks of hair, or tiny pictures, lockets can hold many secrets and sentimental tokens that you get to hang around your neck, near your heart.

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It’s something like a light springtime day, where the birds are chattering, and the leaves are rustling. It’s that midmorning moment when you’re strolling along a dirt path and you spot what you’ve been looking for, when you weren’t even looking for it. A butterfly flutters up from the grass bearing its colorful wings and tickles your arm where it lands.  

This large antique Arts and Crafts silver enameled butterfly brooch was handcrafted around 1910. It’s a bright and colorful piece with light blues, gentle greens, orange, purple, and black enamel set in silver. This lovely brooch pin measures 23.5 x 58.5 mm and weighs 8.0 grams. It bears the silver fineness marks, “STERLING” and “SILVER”, and the numbers, “2395”, as well as the maker’s mark, “JA&S”.

Don’t let a brooch like this flutter away. It’s beautiful colors are enchanting, it won’t sit still for long.

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Between the two World Wars, the ideas of glamour and audacity took over the jewelry world, creating one of my favorite eras: Art Deco. With angles, symmetry, and boldness, the exploration and consumption of the Roaring 20s was expressed in the form of beautiful accessories, like these earrings.

These beautifully crafted Art Deco silver earrings were made in England around 1920. They’re a brightly sparkling pair with geometric features consisting of dazzling paste set in silver with 9 karat gold wires. They are linked in multiple spots for fantastic movement on the ear. They bear a faded silver fineness mark that appears to read, “930”, these earrings have been acid tested. Each earring measures 48.8 x 11.5 mm. Together, this pair weighs 5.8 grams.

I admit, this gorgeous pair has taken a long side-trip though my jewelry box. They have such great swing and sparkle that most people will mistake them for the real thing. They are alluring in the light, bringing out every color of the eye, and looking sleek and sophisticated with the perfect amount of edge.

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You know how every once in a while a color that you really love will come into fashion and you just have to buy every sweater and jacket and tee that you can while that color is hot because you know that it might not come around again for a while? Well, this is my color. Not turquoise blue, Zircon blue. The color of my favorite cashmere sweater, the color of the water off St. Barth's on a clear sunny day.

I love a Blue Zircon, any blue zircon, but I fell especially hard for this stunning Art Deco example. Highly refractive, like diamonds, blue zircons are one of the most sparkly of gems, a color so bright and rich it makes you reach for your sunglasses. Set in platinum, and supported by four old European cut diamonds, this vintage ring likely dates to about 1920. The zircon measures 10.5 x 7.3 x 5.4 mm and weighs about 4.8 carats, the four diamonds have a total carat weight of .4 carats. The face of this ring measures 11.2 mm north to south and 20 mm across, it sits 6 mm off the finger. This wonderful ring is a size 9 weighs 2.4 grams.

If you are looking for that special 'something blue' for your wedding day, look no further, this instant heirloom is sure to have a special place on the fingers of brides in your family for generations to come.

A note from Victoria: Zircons are susceptible to color change from strong UV light and extreme temperature, so be caution and don’t wear your zircon in a tanning booth or to get a gel manicure, make sure that it you get work done on your ring you tell the jeweler that the stone can’t take heat.

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Raymond Peynet was a French illustrator born in 1908. His most famous works were based on two characters he dubbed as ‘The Lovers’, or, ‘Les Amoureux’ in French. They were painted and drawn on vases, jewelry, prints, books, posters, and even postage stamps! Cherished by an entire culture for more than half a century, this beautiful piece of jewelry features these two beloved characters.

This darling vintage silver necklace was handcrafted in France around 1940. It’s a heart shaped piece, perfectly fitting for this romantic motif. The pendant is larger then the ones I usually see, it measures 25.4 x 22.7 mm and the chain measures 19.75 inches in length. It bears the image of two people, a man and woman who seem so in love, gazing at a precious bird sitting in his hand. It looks as thought they’re on a cloud, probably cloud nine. The back of the pendant reads, “Les amoureaux de peynet” and it also reads, “Graves non contaux”. It bears a maker’s mark and has been acid tested.

These lovers would be an adorable gift for that special someone in your life.

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Pearls look like miniature moons, or dots of frosting. They resemble fresh snow on a rooftop, or the foaming of a waterfall. They’re a lustrous natural phenomenon that was once reserved only for nobility, as finding beautiful pearls, like the ones on this necklace, was near impossible. 

This 14 karat gold, link necklace, features nine freshwater pearls evenly spaced on a 15.75 inch chain. Overall, this lovely necklace weighs 5.4 grams. It bears no marks and has been acid tested. Each pearl measures 6.8 mm in diameter.

A strand of pearls is an iconic accessory. It goes with gowns, jeans, and everything in between. This necklace would make a lovely first communion gift, it’s the perfect first jewel!

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There is a common story told of two young lovers who tie a tree limb into the shape of a knot. They wait a year for the tree to grow. If the knot was to hold, it was believed the relationship would endure. If it did not, then it was not meant to be. Knot rings like this one were not just for lovers or a symbol of a betrothal or engagement. They were also given as friendship rings, as all cherished relationships should last a lifetime and never be untied.

This vintage American love knot ring was handcrafted in 14 karat gold. The ring face measures 14.3 x 12.3 x 4.3 mm off the finger and the bandwidth is 4.8 mm at the back. This charming ring weighs a hefty 11.5 grams and is a size 10. It bears the gold purity hallmark, “14K”.  

This symbol of love eternal would look elegant on the finger of a gentleman or a lady, or lovely dangling from a matching chain from her neck!

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I can see her now, standing at the edge of the Isle of Harris, watching the waves of the Atlantic hit the rock. She can taste the saltwater in the warm air as the wind blows by, swirling her long red curls all around her head. The pendant she wears matches the lands she stands on, with the thistle motif at the center of a Maltese Cross, set with native Scottish stones. It is Gaelic, it is in her blood.

This large antique Scottish silver pebble pendant was handcrafted in Scotland around 1880. This thistle themed cross pendant features orange-red agate and dark green bloodstone that make up the arms of the cross with a thistle, the symbol of Scotland, at the center. The edges are engraved, adding even more detail to the piece. It measures 68.5 x 57 mm and weighs 22.4 grams. There are no hallmarks and it has been acid tested.

This piece of pebble jewelry would look amazing on a matching silver chain or a black silk chord, as long as it is strung around your neck!

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Everyone wants style. To shows it in the way they walk down the street, in the way they sip their coffee. Don’t worry, you can get it, it’s not just about the accessories you were, it’s in your confidence, and the way your smile reaches up and encompasses your eyes. They’ll all wonder, ‘is she grinning because the skies are clear or because the gold of her ring won’t stop glinting in the sun?’. You’ll never tell.

This fabulous antique Victorian gold acorn ring was handcrafted in Chester, England. It features a beautifully applied acorn design in three gold tones. The band is yellow gold while the leaves are green, and the acorns are rose colored. This ring measures 7.6 mm in height and weighs 3.4 grams. It’s a size 6 and cannot be re-sized. It bears the crown mark for England, the gold purity mark, “18”, the origin mark for Chester, the date letter, “S”, telling us it was made in 1881, and the maker’s mark, “Cx Bs”.

Decorate your finger in gold and nature. Add a little something extra sweet to your regular accessories routine.

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The firm of Martin Mayer was established in 1888 in Pforzeim, Germany. It was one of a handful of Jugendstil companies to make a name for themselves in the area. They made silver jewelry for the German and French markets. This piece was one I obviously couldn’t pass up as slide lockets are one of those staple pieces in every woman’s wardrobe. They’re miniature treasure chests that get to be hung around the neck, and stored near the heart.

This Martin Mayer silver slide locket was handcrafted in Germany around 1900 during the Jugendstil movement. The front and back both feature an abstract circle motif. When opened, this locket reveals two frames with glass covers lined in white fabric. This oval pendant measures 63 x 36 mm, and it weighs 27.9 grams. It bears the silver fineness mark, “800”, a crown mark, and the pinwheel and star mark of Martin Mayer.

Make this wonderful silver locket your own with a precious photograph or two and a black chord to wrap it around your neck.

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Those of you who swing by this shop once in a while might know it already, but I have a seriously strong weakness for all things Art Nouveau. Seeing the Metro gates in Paris last spring sent me into a tizzy of delight. When I was in art school (oh, so long ago), all of my notebooks and sketch books were filled with sketches of whiplashes, flowers and and beautiful profiles. So, you can see how I was perfectly helpless when presented with this fantastic Art Nouveau frame locket.

This antique Art Nouveau gold locket pendant was handcrafted in England around 1900. It features an ornate golden frame with a whiplash motif, set with seven oval amethysts with a long pearl drop. This English beauty is done all in 9 karat gold kissed with a rosy hue. Each amethyst measures 5 x 3.5 mm. Overall, this piece measures 68 x 36 x 5 mm and it weighs 11.6 grams. It has been acid tested to verify the gold content. The glass has a few small nicks from the edge, visible in the photos.

Amethyst is my February birthstone and there was no stopping me from bringing this beauty home and giving it a spot in my own jewel box for awhile.

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I like a man who knows how to wear an accessory. I appreciate a guy who can rock a pair of cufflinks, a tie clip, and a good pair of polished shoes. It shows care, it shows character, its shows chivalry. I like a man who chooses a pocket watch and a Georgian fob over a wrist watch, any day. I like a man who recognizes the handsomeness in signet rings, especially this one right here.

This antique signet heart ring was handcrafted in Birmingham, England in 1918. It was made in 18 karat gold and weighs 6.8 grams. The ring face measures 11 mm in height and the band width is 3 mm at the back. It has been fully hallmarked and bear the crown mark, the gold purity mark, “18”, the anchor mark, the date letter, “t”, and the maker’s mark, “HCC&S”. This ring is a size 7.5.

This is a gorgeous piece, handsome enough for a man or for a woman.

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Athena, the Greek goddess of war, craft, and wisdom, was the daughter of Zeus. She was born fully grown in a body of armor and fought to protect civilization. From her beginning, she was depicted with birds, eventually the owl, typically seen perching on her arm. Ultimately, the owl became synonymous with her. As time passed, the owl developed into its own symbol of wisdom and benevolence, a meaning that still lingers to this day.

This antique Victorian owl seal was handcrafted in England around 1900. This charming seal showcases a cheeky owl perched on a leafing oak tree branch. It measures 76.3 x 25 x 15.2 mm and weighs 25.4 grams. It’s hallmarked, “Hoka” and “PR. NS. ALP”. This seal is silver in color but is made of alpaca, an alloy containing copper, zinc, and nickel along with tin.

This beautiful seal is one of my favorites. It’s unique, and full of symbology!

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Jet, a hard, shiny type of coal, formed from fossilized driftwood from the Jurassic Period. It has been used for thousands of years to craft all types of jewelry as well as personal objects. When rubbed, it produces an electric charge, much like amber. It was used as a talisman and given the nickname “black amber” for this very reason. The blackness of its color made it popular for mourning jewelry during the Victorian era.  Queen Victoria wore spectacular Whitby jet jewelry after the death of her dear Prince Albert. As a matter of fact, Whitby jet was the only jewelry permitted at court for the time being.

This large antique Whitby Jet Victorian lock was handcrafted in England around 1870. This wonderful piece is a lock made of jet with a gilded silver shackle and a lock and key motif on the front. It measures 47 x 38 mm and weighs 11.9 grams. It bears no marks and has been acid tested. No doubt it was used as a clasp on a chunky jet bracelet, and it would make a great clasp or easily beautiful pendant.

Take a piece of the Victorian era home, with this fabulous jet lock!

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I was visiting my parents for the weekend and running late to meet up with old friends. I realized with horror that I’d forgotten any and all accessories, including an extra pair of shoes. So, I went into my mother’s room and rummaged through the closet, finding the perfect pair of black pumps for the occasion. That’s when I stumbled across my mother’s jewelry box. When I opened it a soft lullaby began to play. On top of a pile of silver chains and woven bracelets was a ring just like this one, of gold, garnet, and pearl. I slipped it on and admired it for far too long before running out the door. I got so many compliments that I determined to find more rings just like it.

This antique Victorian garnet and pearl gold ring was handcrafted in Birmingham, England in 1877. There are three wonderfully colored oval-cut garnet stones patterned among four creamy white pearls, all set in 15 karat gold. The garnets total approximately 1.58 carats with the center stone weighing approximately .73 carats by itself. Each of the pearls measure around 2.6 mm in diameter. This ring is a size 9.5 and it weighs 2.6 grams. It bears the date letter mark, “c” for 1877, the crown mark for England, and the gold purity mark, “15”. It’s engraved with a scrolling motif all around the shank, adding a regal detail to this gorgeous piece.

I know that I insist many of these pieces can be dressed up or dressed down, but that’s because it’s true. For a holiday party or brunch with friends, this ring will fit in perfectly.

We offer a 3 or 4 payment layaway on most items purchased for full retail price, please inquire if you are interested in setting up a layaway. Items ship when payment is complete and items purchased or payments made on layaway are eligible for store credit only.

Please note that our photographs are part of our description, please look carefully, we do not digitally alter our items. We always want you to be happy with every aspect of your purchase, and If you are not completely satisfied for any reason simply let us know and we'll work together to get the item returned for a full refund. I guarantee that my pictures and descriptions are as accurate as possible. My goal is to exceed your best expectations!