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Back porch sitting is underrated and should be done much more often, preferably during nightfall when the sky looks like this ring. It’s when the sun is glowing gold and sinking into the darkening earth lined with the shadows of faraway trees. The sky is purple with light so thick and bold you could cut it with a knife. It’s when twilight takes over the world and oddly enough, this ring could still find enough light to shimmer.

This antique ring was handcrafted around 1890 of 18 karat gold. At the center is a rich, violet step-cut amethyst set in a long octagonal setting supported by a basket weave motif on the shoulders. The stone measures 9 x 7 x 5 mm and weighs approximately 2.09 carats. The ring face measures 13.6 x 11.5 x 5 mm off the finger and the band width is 2.2 mm at the back. This ring is a size 4.25 and it weighs 3.8 grams. It bears no marks and has been acid tested. Most likely made in America.

Let your finger glow with violet as you wear this darling stunner. I swear you’ll never want to take it off.

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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! 

This ring was a bit of a mystery, but I think I’ve got it solved! It’s a beauty, set in the center with a 1 carat bright moonstone with great adularescence and a lovely blue hue; around the cabochon center stone are set with 8 pearls in shades of brown and gray, they are 2.7 mm in diameter. The top of this ring is made in 18 karat gold and the split shank is in 14 karat gold. I believe that this ring started life off as something else, most likely a stick pin or part of a brooch, made in about 1880, but it has been more recently made over as a ring. The ring is lovely and well made, it measures 11 mm north to south and 11 mm across, it sits 8 mm off the finger and narrows to 3 mm at the back of the band. This ring is a size 5.5 and weighs 5 grams. It’s marked with the French export mark of the shell and has been carefully acid tested.

A Message From Victoria: Hi everyone! If you visit my site often, you might note that I usually have a story to tell about my pieces. Well, I’ve accumulated a backlog of items and I’m too excited to get them to you to stop and write tales. So, I’m going to go with the idea that a picture is worth a thousand words. Don’t worry though, I’ll get back to my usual descriptions soon. Watch this space!

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!

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!

He finished his letter with a flourished signature and folded it into thirds, then he patiently while the wax dripped onto the outer fold. When the pool of red sealing wax was large enough, he blew on it once to see how liquid it was and then, satisfied it was the right viscosity, he pressed his seal into it, letting it linger a moment before removing it. The message on the inside conveyed his dearest desire for peace, for unity, and the seal he used drove the message home.

This fantastic Georgian era seal was hand carved and hand crafted around 1820, in England. It is engraved with two birds sitting on a leafy tree branch and the word ‘UNITED’ above them. The rich orange-red carnelian stone is set into a frame and fob of 9 karat gold kissed with a rosy hue. The fob measures 21.5 x 15.5 mm across the engraved face and sits 15.7 mm high, it weighs 2.5 grams. This is a medium sized fob which would be excellent on a bracelet or as a pendant.

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 was wandering New Bond Street, with an Everbean coffee in hand, and frosted gluten free coffee cake in the other. I was enjoying the early morning briskness as I waltzed in to one of my favorite hidden gems of an antique store. After trying on too many tweed jackets from the 70’s, and shopping the shoe section for far too long (the brown leather go-go boots were to die for), the owner pulled out a silk drawstring bag. Between your basic gold bands, a silver bauble or two, and a few loose garnets, was this stunner. I slipped it on and wore it for the next week. I had to test it out before selling it to you, I am a professional, after all.

This antique Edwardian ring was handcrafted in England around 1910. It showcases a lively display of three opals patterned with four diamonds set in 18 karat gold. Each of the opals are cabochon cut, with the center stone measuring 5.3 x 4.3 x 1.5 mm. The diamonds are each rose cuts and measure about 1 mm in diameter. The ring face measures 7.6 x 16 x 3.5 mm off the finger and the band with is 1.7 mm at the back. It weighs 2.4 grams and is a size 6.75. It bears the gold purity mark, “18” and the anchor mark indicating it was made in Birmingham, England.

Opal ring goes great with coffee, lunch dates, occasions with frilly dresses, and of course, simple white fitted t-shirts topped off with a smile.

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.

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!

This darling gold chain was handcrafted during the Victorian era in England. It measures 17 inches in length and features a linked rope design. Overall, this enchanting chain weighs 20.7 grams and measures 3.4 mm in depth. It bears the gold purity mark, “15”, indicating it was made in 15 karat gold.

You will never have a jewelry crisis again. This wear with anything from ballgowns to blue jeans chain has solved all of your accessory blues.

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.

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 mighty oak grows from the lowly acorn, reminding us that great things often have humble beginnings. The oak leaf and acorn often show up as motifs in jewelry from the Victorian times, as evidenced by these lovely sterling silver earrings.

These wonderful silver earrings feature beautifully detailed oak leaves and acorns; they are repousséd, wonderfully weighty and fully articulated. These earrings measure 38 mm north to south from the top of the wire and are 13 mm across. Together they weigh 6.6 grams. Hand crafted in the Victorian era, they are unmarked and have been teased for metal content, circa 1880-1890.

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.

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 was strolling through the narrow cobblestoned streets just north of Paris, in a small town not used to strangers. I found a sandwich shop and in my best broken French ordered ‘un sandwich avec jambon et fromage’ and a glass of Rosé. The man I ordered from was kind, he moved slowly, enjoying the summer’s heat. The small patio overlooked a valley of clay roofed houses and intertwining streets. I found a table and sat. As I held onto the stem of the clear glass, my bracelet caught the sun’s light, making it glow like a cave of wonders. I sipped the wine, tasting the notes of strawberry and basil, letting the flavors linger on my tongue. I noticed how my wrist looked like the sun itself, giving life to earth, making the heavens envious. I also noticed the view and the toughness of my baguette sandwich, and how the wine gave tastes to the bread that could only be found here, right here, in this place, in this moment.

This antique Edwardian heart padlock link bracelet was handcrafted in England in 1902 of rich and glowing 18 karat gold. It measures 8.25 inches in length and weighs 30.4 grams. Each link measures 10.5 x 16.3 mm. The padlock is engraved, “AMY FROM BOB 16.7.02”. Each link is marked with ’18’ indicating the gold content and the lock is marked for 18 karat as well along with the makers mark ’M&M’. This piece contains a safety chain so you’ll never have to worry about losing it while you wear it out and about.

This lovely bracelet bears a classic design with beautiful details meant to be worn, to show off, and to be timeless.

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.

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! 

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!

She’s standing on the platform, waiting for her train. The relentless rain finally stops after a morning of storms, so she steps forward into the rays of sunlight gladly bursting through the clouds. Her long coat is beginning to become too warm, so she unbuttons it, letting cool air rush in. Around her neck is a locket that she grabs, sliding it open, gazing at a sepia photograph for only a moment before flipping the mirror side to her face. She reapplies her lipstick and tucks a few stray hairs back into place. She closes her eyes, feeling the sun’s warmth, listening for the faraway train, picturing the wheat fields of her childhood farm blowing in the morning breeze.

This antique French silver slide locket was handcrafted around 1900. It’s an elegant piece featuring a repousse wheat sheaf motif on both the front and back. It slides open to reveal a frame lined in white fabric across from a beveled mirror. This is a rectangular shaped locket that measures a large 73 x 41 mm and weighs 37.3 grams. It bears the French boar head mark, indicating it was marked by the Paris Assay Office for 800 silver or finer. It also bears a maker’s mark.

Versatility is key to fashion, at least, it should be. This two-in-one locket is every fashionista’s dream!

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!

Ivy clings, it grows along walls, over stones, up trees, and inches toward the sky, forming a unity with its sturdy base. Jewelry with an ivy motif was given as a representation of fidelity, friendship and eternity during the 1800s. In Britain, ivy was called, “lovestone”, named for the way it clung to stone walls.

These antique French ivy leaf gold earrings were handcrafted around 1890 in 18 karat gold. Each drop earring features a round creamy white pearl at the top with a long drop link chain that leads to an ivy leaf shaped drop dotted with another round pearl. A rose cut diamond can be found at the very top of each earring, adding glimmer to an elegant pair of earrings. Each earring measures 42 x 11 mm and together they weigh 2.1 grams. They bear the eagle head hallmark, indicating they are made in 18 karat gold and they were essayed in Paris.

These earrings have a back to front closure which works just as it sounds. The earring goes through the ear from behind and clips in the front. They are extremely comfortable to wear, but it can take a little time getting used to putting them on. The key is to wiggle the earring instead of trying to just push it through. Don't be surprised if you get hooked on this style of closure once you get used to 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! 

Have you ever been to Scotland, seen the light sparkling off of Loch Ness, breaking through the mists of an early, breezy morning? Have you seen the mountain peaks of Glencoe, the tips of the Three Sisters, fronted by the dazzling expanse of Loch Leven? Have you visited the Isle of Skye, a patchwork of sandy beaches, soaring mountains and windswept moorlands? If you have, then you know that this Cross would fit in perfectly there, it’s blue and white enamel like the wild sea and sky, it’s Celtic lines an echo of the land and its people.

This fabulous cross was hand crafted in Victorian times, around 1880, when Scottish art and culture were all the rage in the courts of London. The cross is large and makes a fabulous statement piece. The enamel is as close to perfect as you can get on a piece this age. The cross measures 88.2 mm from top to bottom and 52.5 mm across, it weighs 11.8 grams. This unmarked cross tests as sterling silver.

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 was shopping at Newark, which bills itself as 'England Largest Antiques Fair', when I came across this stunningly beautiful Arts and Crafts ring. I had just begun my day and starting out by visiting a dealer that I know quite well and wanted to buy from first. I picked out a few things, but my eye kept going back to this ring, to the rich blue moonstones and swirling circles of silver. What can I say? I'm a sucker for Arts and Crafts jewelry and this hand made moonstone ring just had me at hello. I love the long length of it, the glow of the stones contrasted with the shine of the silver.

This hand crafted ring was made in about 1910, or at least the top part of it was, I think that the piece started out as a brooch and that the shank is a more recent addition, it’s a lovely split shank and well done. The center moonstone measures 12 mm round and 5.5 mm deep and weighs about 5.67 carats, the other two stones measure 9.1 mm round and 5.7 mm deep and weigh about 6.76 together, for a total weight of moonstone in this ring of 12.43 carats. The ring face measures 45.1 mm from north to south and 212.6 mm across, it sits 10.8 mm off the finger and narrows to 3 mm at the back of the band. This size 6.25 ring weighs 13.4 grams. The ring is unmarked but test as sterling silver.

This is a truly stunning ring, a one of kind piece of art that promises to get noticed again and again and again!

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!