$2,501 and Over

Some pieces I buy on a pure, girly, bubble gum, princess fantasy level. Because, let’s face it, sometimes a girl just needs something sparkly and fabulous to get her through the day. Dropping off the kids, picking up the kids, doing load after load of laundry, feeding the dog (because does anyone else remember to feed the dog?); these things are all made a little bit easier when a girl’s got a good manicure and a ring like this on her finger. It’s equally excellent for romantic dates with the hubs, cocktails on Thirsty Thursday with the ladies, and if you’re so inclined, this one would be quite at home at the Academy Ball, dancing through the halls of the Bellevue in a frosty ball gown.

This early Art Deco beauty was hand crafted in platinum in about 1915. The star of the show is a gorgeous sugarloaf cut of velvety sapphire in the most amazing bright blue hue. This rich, gorgeous stone has been graded by AGL as a natural, unheated stone which is Cambodian in origin and weighs approximately 6.35 carats. The sapphire is surrounded by 48 mine cut and early single cut diamonds of E-G color and VS1-I1 clarity which add up to 1.3 carats in total weight, stones that wink and sparkle with every move you make. The ring is a size 8.25 and could be sized to suit. It weighs 7.8 grams.

Not a simple bauble, but a once-in-a-lifetime, you’ve-been-a-very-good-girl kind of ring. This ring comes with an AGL certification on the stone and a full appraisal by a GIA Master Gemologist. The insurance replacement value of this ring is $45,000 USD.

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Here is a jewel worthy of that jet-setting lifestyle. Something that says you come from the establishment, worthy of the county club set, the glitterati. Do it, wear it; with denim, with silk, with vincuna, with nothing at all. Go ahead and live it to the fullest, fill it up to the brim; grab every inch, turn every head, get in every mile; you really needn’t ever take it off.

This most spectacular Belle Époque (Edwardian) bracelet is so stunning and so comfortable on that you’ll find yourself staring at your own wrist, realizing, maybe for the first time, how sensuous this appendage can be, how alluring. Hand crafted in about 1914 in Paris, this beautiful piece shines and sparkles with your every move. The bracelet contains 64 old European mine cut diamonds and 46 rose cut diamonds which are G-I in color and VS2-I1 in clarity and add up to 5.53 carats in total weight. It also is set with three richly colored emeralds, the center stone measures 7.5x6.4x3.84 mm deep and weighs approximately 1 carat, it appears untreated and has some abrasions to the facet junctions, the other two stones are about .48 and about .61 carats each for a total weight in emeralds of 2.09 carats. The bracelet is 7.4 inches long and measures 16.24 -8.32 mm wide and 6.1 mm deep, it weighs 21.8 grams. This once in a lifetime jewel is marked on the clasp with the Paris marks for platinum and 18 karat gold, the back of the bracelet and the bezels around the emeralds are gold while the diamonds are set in platinum. The clasp is a hidden tension and box clasp with a figure eight safety clasp for added security.

This fantastic French Grande Dame of a bracelet has been appraised by a GIA Master Gemologist and has a replacement value of $21,600.00. Please don’t hesitate to ask if you’d like to see a copy of the full appraisal.

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This sparkling vintage platinum stunner was handcrafted around 1930 in France. It was crafted in 18 karat white gold with a platinum top. The ring features a large, natural Columbian Emerald which is multi prong set and surrounded by a halo of Old European cut diamonds. The narrow half round band approaches a low cathedral mount with a curved open gallery. The Emerald measures 9.1 x. 8.4 x. 4.4 mm, the weight calculated in the mount at 2.3 carats; this stone comes with an AGL report which states that the Emerald is natural and of Columbian origin with only minor treatment. Each of the 14 diamonds measures approximately 2.5 mm in diameter and the total weight is 1 carat, graded at E-F color and VS1-SI2 (mostly VS). The ring is marked with the French mask and owl marks, weighs 6.2g and is a size 7US. The full appraised value of this ring is $50,000. Copies of the appraisal and AGL report are available upon request.

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She sat at the top of a cliff and caught her breath, her harness still dangling from her waist. The sun was just kissing the horizon and the light had turned a rich and buttery yellow. The sea below was a shocking shade of blue. He came and sat next to her and offered her a bottle of water. When she took it and went to turn the lid, she heard a clink and noticed a glint off the bottle. She tore her eyes from the ocean and looked down at the bottle, hanging around the neck was a ribbon and strung on the ribbon was a magnificent diamond ring. She looked at him and he shrugged and smiled.

“Shall we?” he asked.

“Yes.” she said, and grasped the hand he offered. “Yes, I think we shall.”

This perfectly fantastic European diamond solitaire ring is set with a 1.59 carat diamond in a band of buttery 18 karat yellow gold. The ring is beautifully hand crafted and the stone is the star of the show, held by a triple-split shank and golden prongs, this diamond measures 6.9 x 6.95 x 5 mm and is I color, VVS2-VS1 clarity. The diamond is an Old European mine cut stone which probably predates this ring a bit, it’s not subtle, but rather flashes with light and color with every move of the hand. The stone was hand cut, probably around 1850, the ring was made around 1890. This ring measures 7.92 mm north to south and sits 5.4 mm off the finger, it is a size 7 and weighs 2.3 grams. The ring has marks that have been lost to time and wear and tests as 18 karat gold. The ring has been appraised by a GIA master gemologist and is valued at $18,890 retail.

Okay, so you found the right partner, you’ve done the hard part. Now you’ve found the perfect ring as well. There, wasn’t that easy?

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This breathtaking Victorian garnet and pearl gold necklace was handcrafted in England around 1850-60 and comes inside its original fitted box. The double chain measures 16.25 inches in length and is made up of a snake chain with a looping link chain. It features 15 gradated garnets, with the largest stone at the center, measuring 13.3 x 8.4 x 4.6 mm and weighing 5.01 carats, and the smallest stone measuring 7.5 x 6.5 x 3.6 mm and weighing 1.71 carats. There are 46 creamy white round natural pearls that drop from the link chain and from the garnets, with each pearl measuring between 2 and 2.5 mm. The longest drop measures 29 mm. This necklace has been acid tested at 18 karat gold. This antique drop necklace with its oval box weighs 268.6 grams. The box is brown leather with gold embossed lettering.

This breathtaking accessory is a divine work of art, it’s one of those pieces that makes you want to open the box over and over, just to see it again for the first time.

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One of the joys of being someone who deals in vintage and antique jewelry is finding that one elusive treasure. That amazing jewel which is like no other you’ve come across before. When it’s something as beautiful and rare as this ring, it just makes you weak in the knees.

This fantastic Art Deco French cut diamond eternity band just wasn’t a ring that I could walk away from, I absolutely had to have it. This beautifully hand crafted platinum band is set with 23 diamonds which measure about 3x3x2.4 mm each and weigh about .15 carats each for a total diamond weight of about 3.25 carats. The stones display the cross and open cutlet of wonderful, early French cuts and are nice, white and clean stones. The ring measures 3.6 mm north to south and sits 2.5 mm off the finger. The edges of this ring are richly engraved with swirling details. The inside of the band is marked ‘P950’ for the platinum content. This hand crafted ring was made around 1920, it weighs 4.7 grams.

For an engagement ring she’ll never tire of, or a wedding ring that will be a solitaires best friend, alone or stacked, this ring is a once in a lifetime beauty.

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This antique Victorian amethyst gold necklace was handcrafted in England around 1900. It showcases 36 oval faceted amethysts set in 15 karat gold. The 35 stones around the neck are graduated and there is a large drop which hangs from a golden bow. The stones are bezel set with millgrain detail.

The largest stone measures 17.6 x 12.9 x 9.1 mm and weighs approximately 10.95 carats. The smallest drop amethyst measures 5.7 x 7.8 x 4.2 mm and weighs approximately .99 carats. It bears the gold purity hallmark, “15ct”. This piece measures 16.5 inches in length and weighs 30.2 grams.

This stunning chain of violet amethysts is something to be cherished, shown-off, and bragged out. Trust me, no one will blame you.

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This vintage platinum diamond eternity band features seven rows of brilliant cut diamonds, for a total of 231 round sparkling stones. Altogether the diamonds weigh approximately 4.3 carats. This ring fits like a size 7.5 and has three sizers inside that were added after market. We can remove them if the ring needs to be larger, up to a size 8.75. This glittering band weighs 12.5 grams. It measures 9.1 mm north to south and 3 mm off the finger, not including the sizers, and 4.7 mm off the finger including the sizers. This stunning platinum band is marked, “PT950” and was handcrafted during the 1940s.

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This vintage ring was handcrafted around the 1950s. It’s a cocktail ring at its finest made in 18 karat white gold. A large rectangular light blue aquamarine is set at the center, measuring 20 x 16.3 x 11.3 for an approximate weight of 26 carats! This stunning gemstone is surrounded by 62 Old European cut glittering diamonds that weigh approximately 1.24 carats. This bold and beautiful ring is a size 8.75 and weighs 14.0 grams. The ring face measures 28 mm north to south and 24 mm across, it sits 11.3 mm off the finger. It is marked “18CT”.

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This one would fit in well amongst the ladies of Downton Abbey. The Edwardian look, the colors of the day, the subtle opulence, all point to this being a piece made for a lady of means.

This French beauty was hand crafted in about 1900. It is set with pink and green rough, polished tourmaline gems and accented with sparkling rose cut diamonds. The star of this show is the large green tourmaline drop at the front of this stunning necklace, a drop which weighs approximately 115 carats. The other four green tourmalines spaced through the necklace weigh about 52 carats in total. The necklace is further set with three natural pink tourmalines, two rough polished gems which weigh about 18 carats and one round polished pink tourmaline bead which has an estimated weight of 3 carats. The necklace is all done in 18 karat gold and the petal design cap of the main gem is silver topped and set with 22 rose cut diamonds which add up to about .28 carats in total. This antique beauty is 28.5 inches long with a 3 inch drop at the front and weighs 51.29 grams. It has been carefully acid tested as 18 karat gold and sterling silver.

This antique beauty comes with a full appraisal done by a GIA Master Gemologist and has an insurance replacement value of $12,500, please let us know if you’d like to have a copy of this appraisal for review.

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You know when you’re walking at twilight and the snow glitters by the light of the moon? Or when you wake up with the morning and you see dust glimmering in the sun’s rays? Or when you’re sitting at the edge of the pier, overlooking the lake, and the water seems to shine on for eternity against the setting sun? Yeah, this ring is kind of like that - but better. It’s a decadent never ending show of sparkle. Honestly, it’s like having your cake and eating it, too.

This phenomenal antique sapphire and diamond ring was handcrafted around 1870. At the center sits a bright blue sapphire, round, faceted, and oh so pretty, set in sterling silver. It measures 7 x 6.65 x 4.5 mm and weighs approximately 1.5 carats. Surrounding this sapphire are 60 diamonds, 30 rose cuts and 30 old European cut stones, all set in sterling silver. The old European cut diamonds weigh approximately 2.1 carats in total. Among the old cuts are a couple of brilliant cut stones that are clearly replacements for stones lost along the way. The rose cuts are patterned between small and larger stones, measuring between .8 – 1.5 mm in diameter. The ring face measures 16 mm north to south and 16 mm across, it sits 8 mm off the finger and narrows to 4.4 mm at the back of the band. An engraved scrolling motif encircles nearly the entire shank which is made in 18 karat gold. This ring weighs 7.2 grams and is a size 4.75 US, it could be re-sized somewhat to suit. There are no marks and it has been acid tested.

The epitome of glamour, right there on your finger, giving the neighbors something to talk about. It’s all in a glance, and this ring will keep them glancing over and over and over.

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Here is a wonderful and cheeky rooster who is beautifully hand crafted. The body of the bird is created from a large, natural, Baroque Pearl. His tail is set with a spray of rubies, diamonds and sapphires; and his head is further set with rubies, sapphires and emeralds. The brooch is fully engraved with fanciful and realistic details down to the toes on its perfect little feet.

This piece is marked on the back of the leg, but I was not able to make these marks out. It was most likely made in France in the 1940s, at a time when these brooches were highly desirable and created by many of the important jewelry houses. Buccellati, Cartier, Yard and Tiffany all crafted brooches in this genre, many with a pearl as the central body of the animal. It's quite possible this brooch was created by one of these important houses. It's beautifully crafted, note how the back is left open to reveal the back of this magnificent, 60 carat natural pearl.

The body of this piece tests as 18 karat gold and the diamonds are set in platinum. The pin stem has a trombone style clasp. The brooch measures 55 x 53x 17 mm and weighs 21.56 grams.

This piece has been expertly appraised by an independent appraiser and has a value of $15,000. Please inquire for a full copy of the detailed appraisal.

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Marriage might be passé, but diamonds never will be. Marry her? Don’t marry her? It doesn’t so much matter anymore, but the one thing that most definitely holds true is that you should totally put a ring on her beautiful hand and tell her that you love her forever and always. The rest will take care of itself, you just wait and see.

This fantastic Art Deco diamond and ruby ring will more than do the trick; it’s set with a .7 carat Old European cut diamond at the center which is quite clean and lively, the center is surrounded by another .3 carats in diamonds and accented with ten calibre cut rubies to give it that little bit of extra pop. The ring is all done in 18 karat white gold and has stunning Deco style. This ring measures 10 mm north to south and 13 mm across and sits 5 mm off the finger, it narrows to 2 mm at the back of the band. This wonderful ring was made in about 1930, size 7.25US, weighs 3.2 grams, it is marked ‘750’ inside the band,

So tell her that you love her and will cherish her all of her days with this unique and stunning Art Deco ring.

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Item ID: RGA23233VA

I met Henri at a little French Café on the rue Saint-Honoré, ‘Henri on Honoré’, the thought made me laugh to myself a little as I walked there in the bright afternoon light of a brisk, sunny Parisian day. I sat upstairs in the window seat, eating a pain au chocolat and drinking a cup of their glorious freshly roasted house blend when Henri arrived. We huddled together with our backs to the room as I ogled the bounty he pulled out of various pockets. I wasn’t laughing anymore when I unwrapped this glamorous, shimmering Edwardian beauty. Nope, I was more bewilderment than bemusement just then. Almost made me spill my coffee this one, but not quite.

This fantastically hand crafted all-platinum necklace features a rich, dark, approximately 3.81 carat sapphire surrounded by 12 gorgeous old European mine cut diamonds. The sapphires slightly included and is a 5PB 2/4 dark blue stone, probably untreated. The cluster of 13 old mine cut diamonds weigh a total of 2.11 carats and are G/I SI1-I1 stones. The necklace tests as platinum as does the chain which appears to be original to the piece. The chain measures 19 inches long with a safety chain for extra security. The overall pendant drop measures 30.2 mm from the top diamond to the bottom one and 15.5 mm across. The necklace weighs 7.2 grams. It is unmarked but has been carefully acid tested. I suspect it to be French in origin as I purchased it in Paris and it was likely made around 1915.

This necklace comes with a full appraisal done by a 3rd party Antique jewelry appraiser and GIA Master Gemologist, the replacement value is $13,580. Full appraisal available upon request.

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ITEM ID: NEA12934VA

They called it 'La Belle Époque', translated as ‘the Beautiful Era’, and it's as well they should have. From about 1871 to the beginning of World War I in 1914, peace and prosperity flourished throughout Europe and especially settled in France and England. The arts flourished, money flew, it was truly a golden age. This ring was made then, there, in that Paris of the early 20th century, amidst that optimism, that joie de vivre!

Completely hand crafted by a master of the art, this ring is a modified target type ring, set with row upon alternating row of glittering white diamonds and rich blue sapphires. The 17 diamonds add up to about 1.2 carats in total and the two rings of calibre cut sapphire are about .7 carats total. The ring is 18 karat gold in the back and the top stones are all set in platinum, this kind of 18 karat and platinum construction is very typical of the Belle Époque (which corresponds to the English Edwardian Era), as jewelers didn't really start using all platinum construction until the 1920's (with some exceptions). This ring has a fairly worn hallmark, but it is the eagles head assay mark which tells us that it is French and contains 18k gold. The ring is currently a size 7 and measures 20 mm north to south and 14.5 mm across, it sits 5 mm off the finger and narrows to 1.3 mm at the back of the band. Made in Paris, France around 1910.

This beautiful ring from the beautiful era would make a precious gift for any occasion or a stunning right hand ring that could be worn from blue-jeans to ball gowns!

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You found the perfect person (that was the hard part), and you found the perfect dress (that felt impossible, but then you tried on the right one and your heart beat a little faster). You found the perfect venue, the perfect caterer (who owed you their amuse bouche as beautiful as it was delicious), the perfect person to make your invitations with flair and polish. It’s all done, the ducks are all in a row. But do you have the perfect jewelry? Might I present this instant heirloom as all you’ll really need to compliment that perfect dress I mentioned before? Not only can it be your something old on your wedding day, it can be your daughter’s on hers and her daughter after that.

Over 100 carats of absolutely stunning blue moonstones grace this once-in-a-lifetime necklace. The stones go all the way around the neck so that you look gorgeous and glowing from any angle. The necklace itself is 17.5 inches long and the drop is just over two inches in length. In all, this 14 karat gold beauty is set with 60 stones of approximately 103 carats total weight, each stone is bezel set and displays its inner moon to full effect. This necklace is high Edwardian in style and was likely made in about 1910, I’m not sure where as it has no marks, but it might be American or possibly Belgian in origin. The necklace weighs 25.4 grams.

For your most special day and all the days thereafter, you couldn’t chose a more perfect jewel.

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Caution: Old Cut diamonds are addictive. Each one is a little bit different from the other, each stone was mapped out in the mind of a master in stone cutting, each one was cut and polished carefully by hand. These stones each have their own character and it gives a ring like this one the overall appearance of a work of art, with the slow, lazy strong flashes of color and light that only old cuts can offer. Even those who don’t know the difference will be able to see right away that these are no ordinary stones, this no ordinary ring.

This vintage ring was hand crafted in 18 karat white gold around 1920. It is set with 18 old European cut diamonds and two brilliant cut diamonds which were added later when the ring was re-sized. Each diamond weighs approximately .2 carats and the total carat weight of this ring is about 3.5 carats. The ring measures 3.9 mm north to south and sits 3 mm off the finger. This ring is a size 9.25 but as it’s been resized up it could probably be resized down. This ring is marked with an owl, the French import mark for a gold fineness of 18 karat minimum, it weighs 4.6 grams.

This gorgeous ring would make an excellent wedding band, or addition to a ring stack. It’s got big, juicy diamonds and a lot of presence.

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I arrived early in the morning at my friends shop in East London. He unlocked the door for me and I handed him a white tea with four sugars, he grinned. We spent the next several hours shooting the breeze and enjoying each others company as we delved into his cases and looked at fantastic jewels. I was just about to walk out the door, coat on, money exchanged, hugs given, when I spotted this ring in the corner of a case by the front door. Well, I just had to turn around and declare that our visit wasn’t yet done. This ring, this ring I simply had to have.

This swirling gold Art Nouveau beauty has a most amazing weight and feel on the hand; it is set with 3 sparkling Old European cut diamonds. The three stones weigh approximately .35 carats each for a total diamond weight of 1.05 carats. The ring itself measures 9 mm north to south and 18 mm across, the diamonds are flush mounted and it sits just 4.3 mm off the hand. Marked ‘14k’ inside the band for 14 karat gold, this ring is a size 7.75 and weighs 6.1 grams. Made in Europe around 1900.

For an engagement or an anniversary, for a birthday or even just because, this ring is practically perfect in every way.

I 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.

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The Metropolitan Opera house opened with a performance of 'Faust' on October 22, 1883; on Broadway in New York City. The opera house had been formed and built by the likes of the Vanderbilts, the Roosevelts and the Astors as a response to being shut out of the Academy of Music due to their new-money status. On opening night, and every night for years to come, the private boxes at the Met became known as ‘The Diamond Horseshoe’ as the radiance of the stunning diamond jewels of the patrons lit up under the gaslights and the massive chandelier. This diamond starburst brooch would have felt completely at home. Likely it would have been worn as only one of a collection of starburst brooches pinned to a fur or dress. A singular part of the Diamond Horseshoe.

This starburst is one of my personal favorites, it has a touch of a snowflake look to the design. The brooch is handcrafted in 18 karat gold with the diamonds set in silver. The center stone is an Old European Cushion cut diamond that weighs just over a half carat, and the total weight in diamonds, including the additional 56 Old European cut stones, is about 3.25 carats. This fantastic piece is exceptionally sparkly and lively, the diamonds flashing with your every move. The pin stem is a later replacement and is fixed, but the brooch has an enhancer fitting on the back so this piece would be easy to wear as a pendant. It has no hallmarks that I can see, I purchased it in England, and it was likely made there, around 1880-1890. It measures 34 mm north to south and across and weighs 12.9 grams. The star has been appraised by a GIA Master Gemologist and I’m happy to provide a full copy of the appraisal upon request, the insurance replacement value is $12,500 USD.

This stunning and versatile brooch or pendant is ready for it's re-introduction to the world. Maybe you'll take it to the Met? It promises to shine just as brightly under LED light as it did under the gaslights back in the day.

I offer a 3-5 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.

I always want you to be happy with every aspect of your purchase. If you are not completely satisfied for any reason simply let me 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!

The man showed skill in arguing. His jewels glittered up at me, beckoning with their beauty; one necklace in particular had caught my eye and just wouldn’t let it go. But the man wouldn’t come down in price, just wanted to haggle, to argue. Finally, I shook my head and walked away.

“It’s just too dear,” I said as I was leaving, using the English slang for too expensive.

It was easier to walk away then it was to forget the beautiful necklace, and my mind kept wandering back to it, although I wouldn’t let my feet follow. Twenty minutes later as I stood at another booth eyeing a silver bangle, I felt a tap on my shoulder, I turned around to find the argumentative gentleman holding out the beautiful necklace.

“Okay,” he said, “you win.” And friends, win I did!

So, here it is, just for you, this stunning Edwardian necklace with it’s bohemian feel and mix of rich colors. Set with 12 glowing blue moonstones which add up to a whopping 26.88 carats in total; it also contains 4 spinels, blue and orange and red which total 6.09 carats, 4 zircons in green, orange and golden hues which add up to 11.04 carats, 2 garnets in pink and deep red which are 2.28 carats together and one golden yellow citrine of 1.32 carats. This necklace is truly a cornucopia of stunning gems! The array of gems are set in 15 karat gold with a 9 karat gold engraved flat barrel clasp, measuring just over 15.75 inches long, it weighs 20.4 grams. The necklace has no marks and has been acid tested to verify the gold content. It was hand crafted in England in about 1905.

A chocker fit for a queen, this necklace would make a stunning wedding jewel, but it would be equally killer with jeans and a starched white blouse, or dress up any simple shift in black, blue, red, or gold.

The gems, from left to right as you look at the photos are:
Zircon, Citrine, Moonstone, Zircon over Moonstone, Moonstone over Spinel, Zircon over 2 Moonstones, 2 Moonstones with a Zircon between them, Spinel over 2 Moonstones, Moonstone over Spinel, Spinel over Moonstone, Moonstone, Garnet, Garnet.

I offer a 3-5 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.

I always want you to be happy with every aspect of your purchase. If you are not completely satisfied for any reason simply let me 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!

I’ve often wondered if jewels can flirt. The way they dance, shimmer, and shimmy, I find it’s a rather plausible hypothesis. Diamonds like these seduce the worthy and tease the unprepared. They’re inviting, but with a hint of scandal and plenty of allure. It’s easy to see why Daisy couldn’t get enough and why Gatsby followed suit.

This vintage Art Deco diamond and sapphire ring was handcrafted around 1920 in platinum. It’s a stunning piece, showcasing 17 diamonds, with three Old European cuts across the center, and 14 rose cuts around. There are five calibré cut sapphires patterned among the diamonds, with each stone measuring 3.3 x .8 x .8 mm and weighing approximately .10 carats in all. The Old European cut stones weigh approximately .70 carats all together. The ring face measures 12.4 mm north to south and 18.8 across, it sits 5.7 mm off the finger and narrows to 1.4 mm at the back of the band. It bears no marks and has been acid tested. This ring is a size 7 and it weighs 4.0 grams.

Let your finger beguile the world with this Jazz Era beauty. It’s Art Deco at its finest and your finger deserves it.

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! 

People are often curious about how I find my jewels; sometimes I go to markets, some are huge outdoor affairs set in horse show fields where I have to practically run to see all the dealers that I want to see, some are small, intimate indoor affairs where I can meander with my coffee and still be done by noon. Other times I go to dealers homes or flats or offices and see them privately, sitting at a desk or a kitchen table and pawing through their latest finds; and yet other times I have people who I’ve known, and bought from for years, come by my flat and bring along their offerings. It was there, in a flat above a shop near Portobello Road, that I was shown this amazing Art Nouveau necklace. I didn’t hesitate to buy it (even though it cost me a pretty penny), rather I just put it around my neck and there it stayed until I got home from Europe and had to send it off for appraisal.

This absolutely fantastic Art Nouveau pendant necklace features a rectangular cushion cut of untreated Ceylon sapphire which measures 11 x 9.6 x 6.37 mm and weighs approximately 5.92 carats, it has a rich cornflower blue color which appears different in different lights. The pendant is further set with a total of 2.3 carats of cabochon cut natural blue moonstones, six of them in all. The necklace is hand crafted of buttery yellow 15 karat gold and hangs on a 17 inch long 15 karat rope chain. The pendant itself measures 54 mm from top to bottom and 28.6 mm across. It is a truly stunning piece with wonderfully curving Art Nouveau lines. Made in England in about 1900, this beauty is marked with ’15ct’ to the reverse and it weighs 14.8 grams.

I’ve had this piece professionally appraised and the full insurance replacement value is $15,285.00, please don’t hesitate to ask if you’d like to see the fully appraisal.

I offer a 3-5 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.

I always want you to be happy with every aspect of your purchase. If you are not completely satisfied for any reason simply let me 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!