Thursday, January 21, 2016

Rare Finds - Antique Opal Cocktail Rings


There's magic in Opals. 

Oh my, I really need to win the lottery!
This ring is simply exquisite! 
An oval opal cabochon set into 14K rose and white gold and
surrounded by 16 little diamonds.


Huge, 26mm marquise shaped opal is surrounded by old mine-cut diamonds
in a gold and silver setting.


This ring is made of 18K gold and platinum
and features two fiery opal cabochons, offset by diamonds.


A cluster of round and tear shape opals in a 14K yellow gold setting.
Can you believe all that opaly iridescence?


This petite ring is so sweet. A fiery opal is surrounded by 10 diamonds 
in 18K gold and platinum setting.


A large, eye catching opal flower estate ring, set in 18K gold.


A 30mm opal cabochon is set in a 14K gold crown setting.
This cocktail ring reminds me of something a fairy-tale queen should wear. 

Wednesday, August 20, 2014

Sweet Art Deco Diamond Flower Earrings

Such a special pair of Art Deco earrings. 
I love the flower shaped piercing with rose-cut diamonds in the center.
Typical of the era, these earrings are made of 18K gold and topped in platinum.


Thursday, June 12, 2014

Antique Opal And Diamond Ring


I can't take my eyes off this ring!
Circa 1930's, this gorgeous antique ring is set with a natural opal 
and surrounded by 14 diamonds.
The scalloped oval setting is 18K gold topped with platinum.
The ring is a perfect size and is just so very lovely!



You can see more pictures of this Antique Opal Ring HERE.



Wednesday, March 12, 2014

Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring

Check out this amazing Art Deco engagement ring! Isn't it just perfect? The European cut, .90 ct diamond is accented by two sapphires. I love the square, 18K white gold setting with ornate etchings. 



Tuesday, March 4, 2014

30% Off Vintage and Estate Jewelry


Ross Simons is having a site-wide sale. 
Take 30% off your order with coupon BIGSALE, 
plus receive free shipping on orders over $250.
Through March 9th. 

Check out Ross Simons' Vintage and Estate Jewelry Collection.





Monday, March 3, 2014

Antique Engagement Rings

I love antique engagement rings!
The notion that the ring is hand made, one of a kind, and stood the test of time,
is very appealing to me. Oh yeah, and the fact that antique rings are just gorgeous!

Here are some unique,  antique engagement rings that I found.

Center diamond approximately 2.00 carat, 
with 14 additional diamond in the setting.

Center diamond 0.95 carat with additional 16 diamonds in the setting.

Center diamond is 1.60 carat with additional
two large diamonds that are 0.55 carats and
smaller diamonds in the setting.

Aprox 0.90 carat with smaller diamonds in the setting. 
I'm pretty sure I saw this one at the Antique Jewelry Show.










Sunday, March 2, 2014

Edwardian Diamond Earrings


I came across two EXQUISITE pairs of  Edwardian diamond earrings.
Both pairs are made of 18K gold and topped with platinum.
These are fine specimens of genuine antique jewelry of the Edwardian period.
Most antique jewelry is one of a kind, and earrings like these have become 
increasingly rare and hard to find.

If I can somehow justify another jewelry purchase to my significant other, 
these would be mine in a heartbeat! I love the intricate floral piercings
and the elongated teardrop shape!


The center diamond is approximately 0.30 carat, 
surrounded by a multitude of rose cut diamonds. The scallops
on the bottom add a sweetness to this sophisticated pair.