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June 23, 2016
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Amazing Jewels
“Beauty is on the eye of the beholder.”
I believe we all have deep inside the power of creating beautiful
things.
Amazing Jewels
I have always been fascinated for jewelry; the art of
designing pieces like the ones you see below it is a true talent. These unusual
beauties from different eras and different origins will blow your mind and inspire
your day.
At almost 2" wide, this contemporary 18K white gold
bracelet offers an Art Deco silhouette, with an uneven row of diamonds on either
side. Hinges make it easy to put on and wear.
Value $15,800.00
The Chanel piece is an 18K White Gold Matelassé Ring. Signed
and Numbered.
Value: $995.00
This brooch is a striking early hand wrought Archibald Knox Celtic
style. The bold interlace design containing silver, abalone & gold. The
designs of Archibald Knox for Liberty & Co, A. J. Tilbrook jointly edited
with Gordon House, 1976.
Value: $6.800.00
An Art Deco Platinum and Sapphire Bangle Bracelet from Van
Cleef & Arpels, , designed with square cut sapphires, to the scroll
engraved platinum mount. Signed & numbered, circa 1920s.
Value: Not Available
Amazing cushion cut Colombian emerald weighing 7.14 carats,
with 2 brilliant cut half-moon diamonds and full cut diamond accents Platinum
custom made.
Value: $88.000.00
Tiffany & Co. 18K gold hand-hammered sterling silver
cuff bracelet, with accent dragonfly.This bracelet was brought back by Tiffany
in 2001 and now is no longer available.
Value: $2,800.00
18 kt. White gold and diamond bracelet, consisting of fluted
crystal bars joined by full cut diamonds. Diamond weight approximately 9.00
carats. Signed piece.
Value: Not Available
"Paris Nouvelle Vague" is an 18kt white gold and
diamond ring by Cartier.
Value: $4,800.00
A rare “wave” design, incredibly difficult to manufacture,
makes this handmade platinum setting & diamond band extremely unique. Each
diamond was cut specifically to fit this ring design.
Value: $20,000.00
Amazing snake necklace manufactured during the Victorian
ages, containing 7 cts of old mine cut diamonds and very fine old turquoise, on
a mixed mounting in gold and silver, common of the time.
Value: Not Available
Beautiful gold and chrysoprase
Necklace, designed as a square chrysoprase pendant, suspending from an 18k
elongated gold link chain, signed by Aldo Cipullo, circa 1970.
Value: $9,500
Origin: United States
A large natural untreated mottled
green jade plaque engraved with 19th century Chinese dragons makes this 18
carat gold necklace very unusual, containing rectangular links all decorated
with back enamel, with in a rectangular mounting, decorated with natural pearls
and little corals, signed: A. Rivaud, 1929.
Value: $15,000
Origin: France
This gorgeous pair of Art Deco
Emerald and Diamond Rings, display a square-cut diamond and square-cut emerald
respectively, to alternating lines of French-cut emeralds and diamonds, each
designed as a platinum band dipping to one side to accommodate an adjoining
finger, circa 1930.
Value: $73,000.00
Origin: USA
A Retro Star Sapphire Cocktail
Ring, enchanting 8 carat sky-blue star sapphire, displaying a billowy
six-legged star, glows from the center of a big bombe-shape bauble crafted in
18 karat white gold - circa 1960s. The star sapphire is embellished all 'round
with diamond-set flames sparkling from atop a wreath of royal-blue cabochon
sapphires individually set on four-prong settings.
Value: $9,850.00
Crossover
Ring with Yellow and White Cushion Cut Diamonds, this 18K Gold & Platinum shows
two beautiful cushion cut diamonds, one white and one yellow cross over with a
line of round diamonds trailing each.
Value: $14,700.00
Origin: USA
A stylized French Art Deco
platinum ring centering on an 11.5 mm silver Tahitian pearl by René Boivin. The
Cultured pearl is centered on an octagonal Platinum shaped table. Signed Circa
1934
Value: $27,500.00
Origin: France
Extraordinary Coral Branch &
Diamond Necklace. Natural coral with 1.89 TCW diamonds and 18kt brushed gold
snaking through the branches hanging on six strands of pure coral beads and
brushed 18kt yellow-gold lock.
Value: $4,600.00
A lion pendant in 18K yellow gold
with a wonderfully whimsical mane. This Cartier creation measures 1 1/2 inches
in diameter, and is set with two cabochon chrysophrase approximately 3mm in
diameter. The bale is stylistically melded into the design. Named Cartier
Lion's Head Pendant, 1970’s
Value: Not Available
Art Deco Constructivist Three
Color Gold Bracelet , seek and chic, this 18k bracelet is a tour de force of
constructivist design. The mix of red, white and yellow gold accentuates the
theme of an architecture consisting only of primary forms. The fabrication is
meticulous. Its look is fresh and bold. Circa 1930s
Value:Not Available
Origin: France
A vision in electric blue
Plique-a jour enamel, this modernist boule ring combines Victorian fabrication
techniques with postmodern aesthetic. Circa 1960’s
Value: Not Available
OSCAR HEYMAN Sapphire and Diamond
Ring. This fabulous platinum ring set with natural pastel colored Ceylon
sapphires; the center an emerald cut sapphire flanked by special modified
trapezoid cut sapphires, all in exactly the same color and accented by baguette
and brilliant cut diamonds, signed and numbered. circa 1930-1940
Value: $45,000.00
Origin: USA
MARINA B Grande Aquila
Tourmaline, Peridot and Diamond Ring. This 18 carat gold ring set with square
cut diamonds and a cabochon cut tourmaline and peridot, signed: Marina B, 1994.
Value: $5,700.00
Origin: France & Italy
One of kind Bubble Bezel Ring
with a silver moonstone set in a 22k yellow gold bezel on a sterling silver
shank. By Denise Betesh
Value: Not Available
Origin: United States
This Lori Earrings in 18k yellow
gold with milky yellow opals (26.50tcw) and diamonds (0.75tcw) Area exquisite. One-of-a-Kind
by Artist: Anahita
Value: $7,285.00
Origin: United States
Made by the great Mexican
designer Matilde Poulat this superb bracelet is a true masterpiece of design
and execution and was made with heavy gauge silver characteristics of her
earliest pieces. Clean exceptional provenance. c1920’s
Value: $4,100.00
Origin: Mexico
CARTIER - ALDO CIPULLO Carnelian
& Lapis Gold Earrings, 18kt yellow gold, cernelian and lapis lazuli dangle
earrings. Designed by Aldo Cipullo for Cartier. 1970's
Value: Not Available
Origin: France
The Colored Diamond Bombe Ring,
Is dome ring. The 1 1/2" x 1 1/4" 18k, Florentine finished Bombe
shaped ring with 12 various colored and white diamonds accented with small round
white diamonds. The center stone weighing approximately 1.10 cts. (total
diamond weight 5.20cts) Stones vary from natural to color-treated, browns,
grays, golden and green. 1960’s
Value: $15,500.00
Origin: unknown
CARTIER Art Deco Emerald &
Diamond Dress Clip mounted in platinum. Circa 1925.
Value: Not Available
Origin: England
Antique Diamond Cross Pendant. Diamond
and sapphire cross pendant set in platinum. ca. 1910
Value: $14,000.00
Origin: England
The design centers upon a
navette-shaped opal, within a stepped border of round diamonds totaling
approximately 0.75 carat and marquise-shaped green tourmalines. Dimensions: 1.5
inches long across the finger to the finger nail. 1960’s
Value: Not Available
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Coral and
Chrysoprase Gold Pendant/Brooch. This 18k gold pendant/brooch clip with a
center square-shaped chrysoprase stone surrounded by alternating coral and
chrysoprase stones. The gold setting is beautifully textured which is
characteristic of many Van Cleef pieces of this period, particularly pendants
and chains. The colors of the coral and chrysoprase compliment each other
beautifully and were frequently used in Van Cleef creations in the 1960's and
70's. Signed with French hallmarks and maker's mark present. 1970’s
Value: Not Available
Origin: France
This magnificent 18k ring with a
total of 60 carats weight G color and VS2 clarity diamonds with a 1.0 carat
cabochon emerald, was designed under the direction of Kurt Aepli, the piece combines
simple squares and an oval. Aepli once commented that there are no incorrect
forms, colors, or sounds in nature. c 1960-70's
Value: Not Available
Origin:
Switzerland
J.E. Caldewell & Co, A
Turquoise and Diamond Ring, centering upon a cabochon turquoise, within a
circular-cut diamond surround, to the turquoise bombe mount, set in 18k gold,
signed JEC&Co, circa 1950.
Value: $7,500.00
Origin: United States
Cartier, A Multi-Gem and Diamond
Bird Brooch, designed as a stylized robin on a gold branch, the body as a
baroque silvered colored cultured pearl, with carved coral detail and breast,
accented by an emerald eye and diamond detailing, circa 1960, with French assay
marks for platinum and gold, signed and with maker's mark for Cartier, Paris, circa 1960's.
Value: $45,100
Origin: France
Beautiful Bjorn Weckstrom for
Lapponia, a handsome textured yellow gold ring. Sculptural and stylish.
c. 1970
Value: $2,450.00
Origin: Finland
TIFFANY & CO., SCHLUMERGER,
Gold & Platinum, Diamond & Aquamarine. Bird on the Rock. This Iconic
Brooch from Tiffany & Co. is consist of 70 round diamonds weighing
approximately 3.50 carats accented by a polished gold beak, head feather and
legs with one small ruby eye, perched atop one cushion-shaped aquamarine
approximately 46.25 carats, 18Kt and platinum; signed Tiffany & Co.
Schlumberger. Late 1960’s
Value: Not Available
Origin: USA
Gorgeous Platinum Art Deco
Revival bracelet features an approximately 15.47-ct emerald cut aquamarine and
approximately 54.50 carats of various cuts of diamonds - old European, ascher,
emerald, baguette, triangle, trapezoid, whistle. Circa 1960's
Value: $100,000.00
Unique designed this eighteen
organically shaped natural pearls, of varying sizes, are individually presented
in their own handmade 18K yellow gold settings. Sitting proudly side by side,
each pearl's exclusive surface texture and glorious translucent colors all work
in perfect harmony. Pink sapphires plus natural yellow, white and green
diamonds surrounds the pearls adding additional scintillation and excitement to
this magnificent, one-of-a-kind bracelet by Steven B. Fox
Value: $72,500.00
Origin: USA
This Sorab & Roshi Coral
Chrysanthemum Flower Pin is adorable, with spessartite, diamond center &
jade leaves. By Sorab & Roshi
Value: $28,000.00
Origin: USA
Another amazing creations from Sorab
& Roshi, this pair of Fresh water pearl Earrings with champagne diamond
spots & a detachable champagne diamond ball with smokey topaz drops.
Value: $7,000.00
Origin: USA
This outstanding Art Deco Emerald
and Diamond Ring is set in platinum featuring a center sugar loaf emerald of
exceptional clarity and quality weighing approximately 2 carats. The emerald is
surrounded by various sizes of emerald cut diamonds with shoulders of faceted
emeralds. The rounded emerald-set shoulders are artistically juxtaposed to the
square diamond-set frame which unites the feminine and masculine for a
beautifully balanced aesthetic. Signed Kobrin Bros Platinum. 1930's
Value: Not Available
Uniquely designed by Van Cleef
& Arpels a stylised crossover ring composed of two domes, one pavé-set with
brilliant-cut diamonds, the other pavé-set with turquoise cabochons, circa
1967,
Value: $48,000.00
Origin: France
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The Poppy Flower ring was created
by Rebecca Koven an 18kt yellow gold poppy ring composed of six poppies. Each
poppy is set with clusters of 18kt yellow gold pistons and rhodium plated
sterling silver beads.
Value: $5,500.00
Origin: India
This unusual modernist design is
called the Gold Knot Ring, by Cartier in a scratched finish typical of the
1960's.
Value: Not Available
This is a stunning 18 karat
yellow Etruscan Revival Malachite Brooch. It was designed as a malachite
cylinder with pendant suspended and wrapped in corded gold. The clasp is 14
karat yellow gold. Circa 1870’s
Value: $4,400.00
Origin: United States
One of a Kind Rhythm Earrings in
18k yellow gold with exceptional color, Munsteiner-cut green tourmaline
(23.78tcw). By Atelier Munsteiner
Value: $19,500.00
Origin: Germany
Art Deco diamond ring. Set with a
central round old cut diamond, J colour, VS1 clarity, with a weight of 2.12
carats, in an open back shaped corner claw box collet setting, flanked by six
round old single cut diamonds in open back grain settings with a combined
weight of 0.06 carats. The total approximate diamond weight is 2.18 carats. The
central collet is pierced with curved lattice work conforming smoothly to the
finger to heavy scrolled shoulders, with the flanking diamonds set to
semi-cirular collets, linked with curving drop shape split shoulders flowing to
a solid ridged shank. Platinum and white gold, circa 1935.
Value: $31,750.00
Origin: London, UK
Georg Jensen modern necklace
designed by Henning Koppel with sterling silver & Hemetite cabuchon. 1960’s
Value: Not Available
Origin: Denmark
A French creation signed by Trabert
& Hoeffer Mauboussin this stunning 18 karat yellow gold citrine, diamond
and gold bracelet, show every citrine were cut and set into an undulating
openwork loop form section, centering a diamond set buckle form clasp. The 40
round diamonds weigh a total of approximately 2.25 carats. Circa 1938.
Value: Not Available
Origin: France
BOUCHERON. A Gem-Set And Diamond
Bracelet, this Indian inspiration, the central plaque composed of an
articulated series of rectangular-shaped links embellished with a scrolling
carved foliate motif accented with carved sapphires, rubies and emeralds, to
pavé-set diamond terminals and rope work back chain, signed Boucheron Paris and
numbered, 18ct gold and platinum, circa 1940 - 43.
Value: $64,000.00
Origin: France
GEORG JENSEN White Gold and
Diamond Ring. Modern design ring in 18 karat white gold with two emerald cut
diamonds.
Value: $6,500.00
Origin: Denmark
Striking abstract style cocktail
ring the geometric design textured yellow gold shank set with a large fancy-cut
citrine with a diamond accent Grima, London 1971
Value: $17,500.00
Origin: England
Cartier Coral and Diamond Brooch,
set in 18K yellow gold. 28 Pieces of angel skin and blood natural coral in a
marquis shape. The head and main detail consists of approximately 1.25ctw in
diamonds, GH VS. The eye detail is a cabochon emerald. 1970’s
Value: Not Available
Origin: USA
Beautiful and unique white 18 kt diamond
(1.85 carats) and opal free-form ring
Value: $7,800.00
Origin: Unknown
This brilliant 11.85-carat
Colombian emerald is enveloped in a rich foliate carving in the Mogul taste.
Displaying incredible transparency and color, this vibrant gem is bezel set in
shimmering 22K yellow gold. The carving present on this emerald is consistent
with those used to adorn precious jewels during the height of the Mogul Empire.
It is believed such stunning Colombian emeralds were purchased through Spain,
which held a rich emerald deposit in the South American country, placing the
purchase of this type of emerald sometime during the 17th century.
Value: $64,850.00
An ART NOUVEAU Ring, superb floral
design incorporating the letter 'A'. circa 1900
Value: $23,000.00
Origin: France
A fabulous Mexican Silver
Repousse Bracelet c 1930 Neo Aztec in the style of Matilde Poulat made by P.
Ochoa in the 1930's . This piece was made in Mexico City and pre dates the
Taxco era. The masquette is made of carved agate. c 1930’s
Value: $1,275.00
Origin: Mexico
A French Mid-Century 18 karat
gold bracelet with ruby and sapphire. The bracelet has 10 cabochon rubies with
an approximate total weight of 1.80 carats, and 12 cabochon sapphires with an
approximate total weight of 2.16 carats. In a double swirls link motif of
articulated red gold. Circa 1955
Value: Not Available
Origin: France
Stunning 18 karat gold ring with
diamonds and tourmalines by Marina B. The ring has 12 baguette-cut diamonds
with an approximate total weight of 2.44 carats, a center square-cut diamond
has an approximate total weight of 4.19 carats, and the four tourmalines have
an approximate total weight of 27.04 carats. 1980’s
Value: $195,000.00
This beautiful concave cuff with a
suspended arch of cabochon amethysts. Signed with the Antonio crown mark, 970
silver. By Antonio Pinida. c. 1953-70
Value: Not Available
Origin: Mexico
Cartier 18k White Gold Diamond
& Sapphire Ring is just mind blowing. With four round brilliant cut
diamonds, VVS clarity, F color. A total of 20ct. diamond weight, and 11
absolutely stunning round sapphires. Circa 1970
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Origin: France
This is a unique piece. Strangely
beautiful I would say. White and Yellow Gold, Onyx Rohodochrosite and Diamond
Ring
Value: Not Available
Origin: France
Fred Celeste Necklace made with
18KW white gold and diamonds, this contemporary necklace is simply elegant. 11.07ct.
PRICE: $33,000.00
Origin: France
Yellow Gold and Diamond Ring,
Tiger's Eye Circa 1970
Value: Not Available
Origin: Italy
TIFFANY & CO. Coral Beaded
Bracelet. Twelve stands of luscious natural angel skin coral beads twist upon
each other and are united by an 18K yellow gold lotus flower creating this
beautiful Tiffany & Co. bracelet. Signed. 1960-70
Value: $5,750.00
Origin: USA
RENE LALIQUE 1930s Roosters Panel
Bracelet. Rare piece, Blue Cobalt Glass Panel Bracelet by Rene Lalique. Each of
the 11 Panels measures 1 1/4 X 5/8 Inch and Features a High relief Rooster in a
different Pose. c 1930’s
Value: Not Available
Origin: France
GUCCI 1960's Sterling and Enamel
Bib Necklace. A rare Gucci sterling silver bib necklace from the mod 1960's era
in stunning Mediterranean blue, emerald green and chocolate brown enamel...the
iconic colors of Gucci. Signed Gucci Italy. 1960’s
Value: Not Available
Origin: Italy
This beautiful rare Chopard ring
has four sets of two pave set diamonds in rectangular shapes that continue all
the way around the ring. And then in between those stationary sets of diamonds
are 3 "floating diamonds" encased in glass. The glass is transparent
on both sides so the light that is able to get through and set the diamonds off
is intense. Limited edition
Value: $27,990.00
Amazing Surrealist gold lapis and
diamond ring. The 1 1/2' x 1" 18k yellow gold ring with amoeba shaped pave
diamond plaques, octagonal shaped lapis lazuli columns and fern-like gold
accents. c 1960
Value: $4,200.00
Origin: unknown
Just for fun this is a very
Whimsical Sterling Silver and Gold Door Necklace by Barbara Cartilage,
incredible three dimensional detail in and out. The door measures 3 1/8 X 2
Inch. 1980’s
Value: $2,495.00
Origin: England
Hermès in 18k White Gold Diamond "H" Ring
by Hermes. With 13 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds, G/VS1. Total Diamond Weight:
0.13ct. Signed
Value: $2,350.00
A Hawaiian Collection from the
Van Cleef & Arpels, this stunning ring is set en tremblant with five deeply
hued citrines and a center cluster of sapphires. Signed and numbered. 1990’s
Value: $7,400.00
Origin: France
'Hailey Earrings' Cavansite
Crystals Diamonds Gold Earrings. Spellbinding starburst cavansite crystal
specimens in a saturated turquoise color, create a dramatic effect in these
simple 14k gold are adorned with sparkling diamonds stunning earrings.
Cavansite is a rare and highly collectible mineral forming small turquoise blue
sparkling rays of crystals. (approx. .30 CTW)
Value: $1,735.00
Origin: USA
Colossal Three-Sided Crystal Fob
with Snake Bale. This is a very large chunk of faceted crystal, fashioned into
a three-sided form which swivels on its golden bale. The bale is two snakes,
joined and twisted together at the center. Circa 1830
Value: Not Available
A Modernist cocktail ring by
Barbara Anton. The 1 1/2' x 1" 18k yellow gold free-form mount with applied
granulation housing a rectangular-cut amethyst accented with diamonds and
emeralds. A fantastic surrealist landscape of a ring. One of a kind design by
Barbara Anton. c 1960
Value: Not Available
Origin: USA
TIFFANY & CO bracelet with 16
strands with three sections of beads. One section is turquoise, one is coral
and one is lapis.
Value: $1,500.00
This symmetrical ring made with 18k
Yellow Gold design by Bellarri displays Diamond and Semi-Precious Gemstone.
4.68 Ct of Cushion Shaped Checkerboard Cut Green Tourmaline, Pink Tourmaline,
Citrine, Garnet, Amethyst, Peridot, Iolite and Blue Topaz Channel.
Approximately 0.29ctw of Diamonds, Set Around the Front and Down the Shank of
an 18kt Yellow Gold Ring.
Value: Not Available
Origin: USA
Exceptional Omega 18k bracelet
watch with diamonds, rubies, sapphires and pearls. 153 .9 grams total weight.
L: 7 3/4" W: 1 1/2"
Value: Not Available
Origin: Switzerland
This "Shou" pendant is
a bold and beautiful 18k gold, diamond and malachite piece. The Chinese for
good fortune pendant is suspended from a matching chain of rectangular
alternating links of malachite and 14k gold of a stylish Asian motif. This is a
unique piece from the 1960's.
Value: Not Available
Elegant platinum and diamond
flexible band ring by J. Stella. It features approx. 8.0cts of very high
quality baguette cut diamonds.
Value: $19,500.00
Origin: USA
This is the Deco piece featuring
four strands of 8mm pearls, attached to platinum bars filled with single cut
diamonds. The clasp is an open rectangle of rock crystal, with big curly
shoulders of single cut and baguette diamonds. Total diamond weight is 5
carats. C 1930’s
Value: Not Available
This 18k for 18ct gold earring
has an annular jade disk surmount accented with brilliant-cut diamonds, to a
jade section suspending a detachable drop-shaped coral hoop, circa 1965,
signed.
Value: $56,000.00
Origin: USA
Design as a bouquet of flowers
this Seaman Schepps pair of 14k gold dress clips with cabochon turquoise and
lapis stones display a flower of pearl petals and nine interspersed diamonds.
Signed SEAMAN SCHEPPS 14k. c 1960’s
Value: Not Available
Origin: US
HENRY DUNAY Black Jade Ring. Carved
jade ring set with 18 kt. gold and diamonds, 19.45 grams. Signed, DUNAY 1990’s
Value:
Not Available
Origin: USA
An Unusual Retro Citrine and
Diamond Ring Designed as a horizontal line of brilliant-cut diamonds, to a
radiating fan of graduated calibré-cut citrines accented with brilliant-cut
diamonds, 1940's.
Value: $19,000.00
Origin: USA
Viviane Jutheau platinum ring designed
as a central cabochon emerald measuring approximately 12.8 x 10.4mm, between
angled panels set with baguette-cut diamonds, to a similarly-set bifurcated
shank, signed Sterlé. 1950's
Value: $72,000.00
Origin: France
This JOE DESCOMPS 'The Melusines'
Art Nouveau Pendant / Brooch. Symbolist
Pendant / Brooch in 18K gold displays emerald, pearl natural, diamond. The
Sirens two tails represent the unity of earth & water, body & soul. Beautifully
modeled with fine pique-à-jour enamel. Circa 1900
Value: $45,000.00
Origin: France
SEAMAN SCHEPPS Sapphire and
Diamond Dress Ring. Designed as a cluster of oval-shaped sapphire cabochons, centering
on a large sugar-loaf cabochon sapphire accented with two crescents each set
with two lines of circular-cut diamonds, to a thick shank, stamped Seaman
Schepps, circa 1950.
Value: $64,000.00
Origin: USA
1960's Gold Carved Coral Onyx
Diamond Cocktail Ring. A 14K Yellow Gold Marked / Tested: 585, 14K Gemstones/Diamonds:
Coral - 15mm x 11mm Diamonds - Approx. 0.30ctw Onyx Clarity: VS Color: H
Value: Not Available
Origin: U.S.
Liaung-Chung Yen created this
amazing 14 x 18mm rectangle rutilated quartz (14.06 ct) in an 18k palladium
white gold tapered bezel and 22k bezel rim with 6mm flat band. 1/2" H x
9/16" W x 5/8" D
Value: Not Available
Origin: U.S.A.
Have a brilliant day!!!
by Juliana Schiffer
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