Friday, July 26, 2013

Victorian Opal, Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet

 What a perfect harmony of shape, color and intricate detail! 
This Victorian Bracelet is an amazing, one of a kind  specimen of antique jewelry, and a true heirloom piece. A dream for any collector!
Here's the seller's description:
"This truly luxurious antique Victorian bracelet is a showstopper! It is crafted in 18K yellow gold, topped in platinum and is a one of a kind creation! The bracelet holds a large genuine earth mined oval cut fire opal in the center that is estimated to be 5 carats. Incredible orange brilliance!! There are 10 additional small round colorful opals. Also, there are 2 genuine earth mined pear cut sapphires for a total weight of .60 carat. Last, but not the least, are 63 fiery round single cut diamonds that have a total weight of 1.20 carats. Intricate etching and crisp milgrain detailing embellish the entire bracelet!! The bracelet has a nice secure insert clasp with a safety. Will fit a 7" wrist or a little larger."



Tuesday, July 23, 2013

Rare Finds - Antique Opal Rings


There's something magical about the glow of opals.
Here are some Antique Opal Rings to feast your eyes on.

What makes this Ring unique is that the opal cabochon is emerald cut. 
The natural opal is set into a two-tone 
14K gold setting and accented by diamonds.
I have a feeling that the pictures may not be doing 
justice to this ring and that it's much lovelier in reality.


Made of 18K white gold and accented by ten diamonds.




This Edwardian/Art Deco period ring is 18K gold and platinum.
The natural opal is accented by small diamonds.
Look at the beautiful detail on this ring!


This 14K gold ring features a marques shaped natural opal.





Saturday, July 13, 2013

A Rare Find - Art Deco Diamond Pendant


I came across this exquisite Art Deco pendant on eBay and I'm smitten!
It's rare to find such a fine specimen of antique jewelry of the late 
Edwardian/early Art Deco period. The pendant is 2 inches in length, made of 
18K gold and  is loaded with 1.75 carats of rose-cut diamonds. 
I love the unusual, rectangular shape!
It's being sold in the original leather jewelry box.
This is a very fine estate piece from Savannah,Georgia.

I want!!!!!!!!!!!!
I love the unusual, rectangular shape!

Look at all those diamonds sparkle!

Did I mention, I want?





Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Sapphires and Diamonds - A Match Made In Heaven!

I love the look of vibrant blue Sapphires 
juxtaposed against brilliant white diamonds.
Throw in some intricate filigree or an unusual shape 
and you've got a perfect combination!
An emerald cut sapphire is framed by European cut diamonds.

A Polished glossy sapphire cabochon is so rare and eye-catching! 

Circa 1900, this ring, of Italian origin features a natural Sapphire in the center, 
accented by rose cut diamonds. I love the unusual scalloped shape.
This one is a rare and unique find!

(Antique REPRODUCTION)

An emerald-cut diamond is surrounded by rows of
French-cut sapphires. I can totally picture Daisy from 
The Great Gatsby flaunting this ring. 


This gorgeous ring has all the details of an Edwardian era jewelry piece.
European and rose cut diamonds, accented by two sapphires set into an intricate, pierced setting. 
It's easily worth twice the listed price.















Thursday, May 9, 2013

Jazz Age Glamour


The roaring 20's are making a major comeback, thanks to the much anticipated upcoming release of the Great Gatsby remake. Though Leonardo DiCaprio does not exactly "float my boat", I am very much looking forward to feasting my eyes on all the Jazz Age costumes and of course the jewels, created by Tiffany & Co for the film. The opulent, Art Deco style pieces are based on original designs from the Tiffany archives.



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Tiffany & Co. also unveiled the Ziegfeld Collection - sterling silver and Onyx jewelry made in the spirit of 1920's. The collection includes a variety of pearl necklaces, earrings, rings, filigree pendants and cufflinks at reasonably affordable prices.









Tiffany's NYC store windows pay a tribute to the Great Gatsby style.