Antique Victorian Diamond Set Cross in 18k Gold, c. 1860

The word, “amethyst” originates from the Greek word, “amethystos”, which is translated to, “not drunken”. The gemstone was considered an antidote to intoxication by the ancient Greeks and Romans. They crafted drinking vessels from the stone, believing it would prevent drunkenness.

During medieval times, European soldiers wore amethyst amulets to protect them in war, believing the stone could calm their minds, clear their heads, and heal their wounds. Leonardo Da Vinci attributed amethysts to the power of intelligence. He thought the stone had the ability to dissipate evil thoughts. Buddhists in Tibet use amethysts in their prayer beads for wisdom, a clear mind, spiritual awareness, and healing.

This antique English Art Deco ring features a rich purple colored oval faceted amethyst weighing 20.87 carats. The stone measures 28.2 x 14.7 x 9.5 mm, it is prong set in 18 karat gold. This ring is a size 6.75 and weighs 10.9 grams. It is hallmarked with the gold purity mark, ‘750’ and with the maker’s mark, ‘AHB’.

I can’t guarantee this ring will really prevent you from feeling all those glasses of wine, but I can tell you that your finger will look fabulous holding the glass.

I offer layaway on most items purchased for full retail price. In general my layaway terms are 1/3 down and 1/3 in 30 days and the last 1/3 in 60 days. I am flexible so if you are interested please ask me and we can work out a payment plan that suits you. 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 air smelled crisp as dew dotted the green grass of a springtime morning. She wore her hair up in a messy ponytail with faded jeans and a sweater. The scarf around her neck was of silk and warmth, fastened together with a brooch as beautiful as that very morning. The colors of the topaz matched the flowers starting to open with the soft sunlight. It looked natural there, with her white scarf, against her olive skin. She put her hands in her pockets, and looked out at the day, smiling at it. 

This antique Georgian topaz and turquoise gold floral brooch was handcrafted in France in about 1820-25. It’s a stunning 18 karat gold piece with flowers of pink and blue topaz and leaves of robin egg blue turquoise. There are 11 pink oval topaz stones and 17 blue oval topaz stones, each measuring 3.5 x 4.2 x 2 mm and weighing a total of approximately 5.88 carats. At the center of the pink topaz flower is an old European cut diamond, measuring 3.2 x 2.2 mm and weighing approximately .18 carats. There are eight oval cabochon turquoises. This brooch pin measures 35.3 x 58.2 mm and it weighs 7.0 grams. It is marked on the C clasp with the left facing ram’s head mark (used from 1819-1938) which indicated a minimum gold fineness of 18 karat/750. It comes in an antique box in which it was purchased by me and which helps to protect it, I’m fairly certain that box and brooch are not original to each other.

I didn’t want to share this beauty with the rest of the world but the more I looked at it, the more I realized it would be a crime not to. This is a gorgeous masterpiece, I hope you enjoy it.

A note from Victoria: This piece is not in perfect condition. One of the gold leaves is broken off from the bottom, and you can see the base of this leaf just by the gold ball to the left of the central pink topaz in the first photo. I thought it was so incredibly beautiful that I was willing to forgive it this small flaw. I checked with my jeweler on repairing it, but he agreed that it is lovely as is and said that a repair may cause it to be less beautiful, not more.

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! 

A beautiful, twisting, flowering vine is laced with blue enamel to form a series of hearts in this fabulous 18 karat gold turn of the century collar. This is a truly elegant and romantic piece that is guaranteed to turn heads! Not only beautiful in design and craftsmanship this necklace is also very substantial and impressive in both scale and weight. Holding a wonderful heavy gold necklace like this one in your hands makes you truly understand why gold has always held sway. It has a feel like heavy silk, smooth and heavy and truly unique. 

Hand crafted in 18 karat gold, this necklace has a French import mark to indicate that that it was officially imported into France and tested to meet the French gold standard of 18 karat. The mark dates to the late 1890's-early 1900's. This 15 inch long necklace is choker length, it is in excellent condition and weighs an impressive 83.9 grams. 

This necklace is a truly important piece, and would be an important addition to any serious collection of antique jewelry. Wearable with absolutely everything, from blue-jeans to ball-gowns! 

I offer layaway on most items purchased for full retail price. In general my layaway terms are 1/3 down and 1/3 in 30 days and the last 1/3 in 60 days. I am flexible so if you are interested please ask me and we can work out a payment plan that suits you. 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 stars were bright on Christmas Eve as she walked up the stone steps of the church. The traditional evening service was about to begin. She wore this cross with its diamonds and gold, along with her velvet green dress, as she stood with the rest of choir. They sang in harmony, Silent Night. They sang softly as the children in the congregation slowly walked up the center aisle with candles in their hands, giving light to the darkened room. She watched the crowd settle in, as the candlelight made her gold glow and her diamonds sparkle, waiting for the celebration to begin.

This gorgeous antique Art Nouveau diamond and gold cross was handcrafted in France around 1890. It’s a beautiful scrolling trefoil cross with four old European cut diamonds totaling .10 carats. This piece measures 52 x 30 mm and weighs 5.8 grams. It bears the French eagle head mark for 18 karat gold.

This beautiful little masterpiece of art, religion, and faith is truly a righteous combination.

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!