Art Deco Platinum Earrings

These antique earrings are so perfect for a flapper at heart!

Made of platinum and 18k gold

and featuring old mine cut and rose cut diamonds.

Can't you just hear the jazz music playing?

Antique Jewelry Show Part 2

There was so much to see at the Antique Jewelry Show, I could have spent days there! All the exquisite jewels displayed at the show looked like the adornments worn by the much admired Downton Abbey characters, the graceful ladies of the Crawley family. It's amazing how well preserved these jewels are, considering that some of them are close to 100 years old! What do we own now that will last this long? In our day and age, everything is disposable. The beauty and longevity of antique jewelry is a testament to the incredibly skilled artisans who created it by hand. I love knowing that these jewels have seen the world so different from today and that most likely, they will outlive me as well. 

Art Nouveau diamond pendant

Edwardian Diamond and Opal brooch.

Victorian Diamond cuff bracelet

Edwardian Opal Brooch

This museum quality set looks like it was worn by royalty. 

I love how much history can be glimpsed in antique jewelry!

I'm obsessed with opals! Isn't this necklace divine?

Art Deco Diamond necklace, worthy of the The Great Gatsby's Daisy.

Art Deco Diamond and Sapphire bracelet

Art Deco Diamond Earrings

Antique Jewelry Show, Part 1 - Engagement Rings

This past weekend I attended an Antique Jewelry show in NY. Vendors from all over the country, as well as some international jewelers displayed their exquisite merchandise.  So much sparkle and beauty under one roof made me dizzy!

Here are some one of a kind, antique engagement and dinner rings

 that caught my eye at the show.

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."

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.

 Art Deco Opal and Diamond Ring

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.

Antique Opal and Diamond Ring

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

Victorian Opal Ring

Antique English Opal Ring

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!

Antique Filigree Opal Ring

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

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?

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!

Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Dinner Ring

An emerald cut sapphire is framed by European cut diamonds.

Antique Sapphire and Diamond Ring

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

Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Ring

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!

Diamond and Sapphire Platinum Ring

(Antique REPRODUCTION)

Platinum Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Ring

An emerald-cut diamond is surrounded by rows of

French-cut sapphires. I can totally picture Daisy from 

The Great Gatsby flaunting this ring. 

Art Deco Diamond and Sapphire Ring

Edwardian Diamond and Sapphire Filligree 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.

Early 20'th Century Sapphire and Diamond Ring

Antique French Diamond and Sapphire Ring

Antique Sapphire Platinum Ring