Collection 09

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PIOUS
1800's Victorian Wedding Cross, Antique Ex-Voto from France and Baroque Pearls.

Lovely and large raw, crusty and natural Baroque pearls were used in creating both chains of this elegant piece. The pearls are creamy, and reflect iridescent hues with hints of greys, browns, and golds.

The first strand is approximately 19" long. The focal point is a romantic Victorian era wedding cross, circa 1890. This lovely and sentimental piece has genuine baroque pearls wired onto a bed of hand carved gilt leaves and twisted vines. You can only imagine how beautiful it was on a Victorian Bride on her wedding day. The cross is approximately 2 5/8" by 1 3/8" and adds additional length accordingly to the first strand.

The second strand is approximately 27.5" long and features a 19th c. sacred heart ex voto from France. The ex voto is in exceptional condition. The color is great, with a beautiful natural patina opens and closes securely - allowing you to store your prayers, wishes, or other small items within. Beneath a crown and amid a wreath of fronds, ND is engraved - for Notre Dame. The antique French ex voto is approximately 2" x 1.25" and adds additional length accordingly.

PIOUS is constructed with sterling silver wire and clasp. Silver has been oxidized in keeping with the antique elements.

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Collection No. 9 Item No. 01
$995

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GEORGIAN GLAMOUR
1700's Georgian Cross Suspended From Stunning Sterling Wrapped Antique Paste.

The focal point of the necklace is a stunning Georgian paste cross from the late 1700s. The cross is beautiful and in excellent condition, especially considering it is over 200 years old. It is a hinged piece as many of these crosses are so it has a bit of movement. This cross is a really special piece. It is constructed of silver, hallmarked, and the paste stones are large and reflective. This is a rare, highly collectable piece of both jewelry and history.

Embellishing either side of the necklace are two small, antique silver heart reliquary lockets from France. Both lockets are sterling silver and open and close securely. Both have JESUS engraved on one side, and MARIE on the other. These are also highly collectable.

The glamorous paste chain is exceptionally beautiful. It is antique, the stones are wrapped and connected in sterling silver and are large, bright, and extremely reflective. It really is magnificent. The shorter chain is approximately 18.25" long. The large paste drop at the center is approximately .75". The longer festoon chain drop adds 3" in length as the chain using that extension is about 21". The Georgian cross is approximately 1.5" x 1.25" and also adds length accordingly. Each of the French reliquary hearts are approximately 5/8".

GEORGIAN GLAMOUR is a high quality, historically special heirloom piece that you will love for a lifetime.

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Collection No. 9 Item No. 02
$995

Collection No. 08

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LOVE'S FIRST BLUSH
Fresh water Blush Pearls, Antique French Filigree, Victorian Sterling Compact and Slide Mirror Frame

LOVE'S FIRST BLUSH is a double strand freshwater pearl necklace. The pearls are superb quality and are variegated shades of mauve ranging from a deep smokey mauve to a blush pink. Really, really lovely.

The shortest strand is approximately 20" in length and is constructed using sterling silver. The strand meets at a beautiful Victorian locket or compact with a mirror on the inside. The piece is sterling and carries the makers mark on the inside lip of the compact.

On the front of the locket is a Victorian courting scene with a maiden seated at a garden bench while a gentleman stands behind her, all within the beauty of the garden and fountain beyond. The compact is approximately 1.5" in diameter and adds additional length accordingly.

The longer strand is approximately 26.75" in length and is also constructed using sterling silver. On each side, between the lovely pearls, are antique filigree connectors from France. The chain meets at a beautiful French slide locket. The locket is approximately 2.5" from the top by 1.5" wide. The piece adds additional length accordingly. The locket slides open and has a place for mirror or your photos.

This locket is hallmarked with an "H" inside a shield and is also marked Metale Argente. This tells me the locket is a silver plate piece. This particular locket has courting scenes etched on the front and the back. One side features a young man entertaining two lovely ladies...possibly courting one and the other a chaperone. The other side features some period people playing music. At the top of the locket, on each side, is a small cherub's face adding to the romance of the theme.

Necklace is constructed using sterling silver wire and clasp. Silver has been oxidized in keeping with the antique elements.

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Collection No. 08 Item No. 03
$695

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NICHOLAS and ALEXANDRA
Chocolate Pearls, Cherub, Betrothed Royalty, Carved Ivory and a Repousse Vesta.

Chocolate pearls of rich cocoa brown show subtle shimmers in variegated shades of green, blue, purples and golds. Adorning both sides is an antique carved tulip of ivory capped with a vintage paste rondelle.The chain of pearls meets at an antique picture brooch (with pin removed) from France which frames an original 19th century photo of Nichols II of Russia and his then fiancee, Alexandra. The photo looks to be taken at the time of their engagement in the Spring of 1894. It has been painstakingly colorized by hand. You can see the gold paints used for Alexandra's jewelry and the embellishments on the Hussars uniform of Nicolas II shimmer in the light. This beautifully enhanced photo is set within a romantic French frame featuring a winged cherub holding the surmounted crown, and is surrounded in a wreath motif of scrolling vines and foliage.

From the framed photo suspends an additional pearl, paste rondelle and antique carved tulip bead of ivory. An antique gold washed sterling silver Repousse heart vesta completes the theme of NICHOLAS and ALEXANDRA. The vesta still opens and closes securely. The striker can be seen on the side further indicating the antique age. The heart is approximately 2" x 1.5".

NICHOLAS and ALEXANDRA was constructed utilizing sterling silver wire and clasp. Silver has been oxidized in keeping with the antique elements. The necklace is approximately 22" long. The framed photo and vesta are approximately 4.75" adding additional length. The metal of both featured elements has a beautiful golden hue and are really lovely together. The precise metal content of the photo brooch and the match safe are not certain because they are not hallmarked.

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Collection No. 08 Item No. 01
$495

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ENGLISH GARDEN
Fresh water Chocolate Pearls, Antique Sterling Vespa of Superb Artistry and a Sweet Filigreed Garden Locket of Gold Washed Sterling

ENGLISH GARDEN is a double strand necklace of superb quality Chocolate pearls and beautiful pieces of history and artistry. The freshwater pearls are a mix of rich cocoa brown and subtle shimmers in variegated shades of green, blue, purples and golds. They are mesmerizing. Enhancing the longer strand are petite micro faceted quartz stones in a dreamy pale, smoky blue. The blues and browns make a fabulous combination.

The shorter necklace strand is approximately 18" long and connects to a wonderful gold washed sterling silver antique locket with a weathered patina. The front of the locket is a filigreed Repousse style, and has openwork of blooming roses. The gold wash that once covered the entire locket is now beautifully faded and clings to the deepest points of the etched flora. The back of the locket is solid and silver. The locket measures approximately 1" in length, opens and closes securely, allowing you to keep a small memento within.

The longer strand is approximately 23.25" and meets at the beautiful vesta. The match safe is approximately 1.25 x .25" x 2 1/8". The lid opens and closes very tightly. The Vesta is a custom piece of high quality and is hallmarked on the inside. It is hallmarked STERLING and with a crown identifying the silversmith.
There appears to be additional embellishment on the crown but I can't make it out. The front of this match safe is blooming with stunning, meticulously carved flora and fauna and is monogrammed with the initials "M" and what I could be either a "J" or an "I".

The vesta adds additional length of approximately 2.25".
ENGLISH GARDENS was constructed utilizing sterling silver wire and clasp. Silver has been oxidized in keeping with the antique elements.

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Collection No. 08 Item No. 03
$570

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PETIT PUTTI de PRINTEMPS
Double Strand Fresh Water Pearl Necklace with Chatelaine Cherub Lockets

PETIT PUTTI is a double strand necklace of superb quality freshwater pearls in the most lovely variegated hues of iridescent mauve - epitomizing the beauty and tenderness of love and Spring. Dotted between the doubled pearls are tiny vintage paste rondelles just adding a hint of sparkle.

The shortest strand is approximately 18.25" in length and is constructed using the highest grade sterling silver. The strand meets at a beautiful, petite chatelaine locket or pill box. The piece is antique sterling silver and carries the hallmarks on the inside.

Romantic and sweet, the antique locket is embossed with an outdoor scene of a little darling on a swing while soft and sinuous scrolls and an arched tree limb frame the Springtime themed piece. The petite locket is approximately 1" in diameter and adds additional length accordingly. The locket is approximately 3/8" deep.

The longer strand is approximately 23" in length and is also constructed using sterling silver, the same lovely pearls, and the paste rondelles. The chain meets at a beautiful, rare antique silver sovereign or coin holder. The coin holder is 1 7/8" (from the tom of the ring - 1 1/4" by itself) by 1 1/8", adding additional length accordingly. The coin holder is also 3/8" deep.

This locket is high quality and hallmarked with silver content and makers mark on the inside. Also, some gold wash remains on the inside. The front features the second little darling. A little cherub plays a harp while floating in the clouds. The cherub is surrounded by baskets of fruit, flowers, and scrolls. This is a wonderful design. The back of the coin holder is Monogrammed with what looks like the initials "T" and "F".

PETIT PUTTI is constructed using sterling silver wire and clasp. Silver has been oxidized in keeping with the antique elements.

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Collection No. 08 Item No. 02
$695

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Collection No. 07

Collection No. 07 ... is now live.


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NOTRE DAME de HAL – OUR LADY OF HAL – THE BLACK MADONNA
Raw Baroque Pearls and a Rare, Antique Meerschaum from Brussels.

A beautiful necklace of large, creamy, raw baroque pearls, in iridescent ivory suspends a rare, antique meerschaum (c. 1800’s) from Hal – a town located within Brussels. The meerschaum features Notre Dame de Hal, or as translated, Our Lady of Hal, (also known as the black Madonna) in hand carved, painted plaster under a dome of glass. The meerschaum is in beautiful antique condition. The carving is wonderful and details such as the face of the Madonna and the name are painted. The frame of this meerschaum adds a layer of visual interest by way of graceful, twisted brass which has been rendered even more beautiful over time with its warm and variegated patina.

Suspended from the meerschaum is a freshwater pearl drop that is crowned by a delicate antique brass bead cap. This same beautiful combination adorns the clasp at the back of the necklace.

NOTRE DAME de HAL is constructed using high grade sterling silver wire and clasp. All silver has been oxidized in keeping with the antique elements of this piece. This necklace is approximately 22" long. The meerschaum is approximately 2.75" long. With the drop, there is an additional 3.5" in length.

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Collection No.7 Item No.01
$450

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AVE MARIA

19th C. Brass Ex Voto from Italy, High Grade Champagne Pearls,Faceted Smoky Quartz with handmade Fleur de Lis Bead Caps from a French Monastery (c. 1920) and a Beautiful Antique Ave Maria Medal from France.

An elegant and substantial necklace made with the highest grade champagne pearls that are rich and lustrous with iridescent hues which shimmer in the light. Adorning the necklace are grande faceted smoky quartz crystals capped with c. 1920 fleur de lis bead caps that were made by hand in a monastery in France.

The focal point of this necklace is an extremely beautiful, large antique brass ex voto found in Italy. This sacred piece is a stunning 4" tall and is rich in ornate detail. N.D. DE LA GARDE is carved in French above Our Lady of Grace while a textured, beautiful roping detail frames the perimeter. The piece opens and closes securely, allowing you to store your small treasures, notes, sacred objects and secrets within. The ex voto shows its age by way of a beautiful, warm patina and its overall condition is sublime. I have not seen one this old, this size in this pristine of condition. Ever.

Suspended from the large brass clasp is a substantial and beautiful antique Ave Maria religious medal. Rich in detail and beauty, this can be worn in the back, or the necklace can be doubled and the medal can show in the front.

Necklace is approximately 40.5" long with the ex voto adding an additional 4" in length. This piece can be worn long or double-wrapped. Sterling silver was used in the construction of this piece with a beautifully detailed, large clasp of brass.

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Collection No.7 Item No.02
$795

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Angelot de Glory
Iridescent Pearls of Pure White, Antique Bead Caps of Weathered Brass, Crystals and Stunning c. 1880 Angelot de Glory Meerschaum

A very special necklace with beautiful freshwater pearls that are rich and lustrous with iridescent hues which shimmer in the light. Enhancing the snowy pearls are faceted Czech glass crystals capped with antique bead caps of filigreed brass.

The focal point of this necklace is a stunning hand carved antique Meerschaum from France. This Meerschaum is carved with the image of an absolutely beautiful cherub standing in the clouds with rays of sun carved behind him. With one arm outstretched, the other cradles a cross. A small lamb lays at his feet while the face and wings of putti peek out on his left and right. The carving on the Meerschaum is perfect and the condition of the piece is good considering it is well over 100 years old! There are tiny scratches on the glass dome and earthly remnants within - a testament to the many decades of exposure while the sacred piece stood in silent vigil on a sanctuary wall.

At the top of this piece is a scrap of tattered which was on the piece when it came to me. It can be removed if you prefer.

Necklace is approximately 33" long with the Meerschaum adding an additional 3.75" in length. This piece can be worn long or double-wrapped. Sterling silver was used in the construction of this piece with a clasp of brass.

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Collection No.7 Item No.03
$495

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Collection No. 6

Collection 6 is now live and available for purchase. Collection 7 will be listed by 7PM PST

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I GIVE YOU MY HEART -
Rare, Antique, Solid Silver Crowned Heart Marriage Box, Baroque Pearl and Paste Necklace

This is a lovely, romantic necklace with deep sentimental meaning.

The chain of MY HEART is made of rich and large top grade freshwater pearls in an iridescent dove gray. These are Baroque pearls, but are a more refined Baroque than the raw Baroques.

The string of pearls meet at an altered antique sterling silver paste brooch that is absolutely stunning. The rhinestones are fiery and all are intact. The back of the brooch is ornate and detailed, further evidencing the quality of this piece.

The focal point of this necklace is a rare, crowned antique heart box of solid sterling silver. These boxes are typically Danish in origin. This box is hallmarked and older than the date of "1853" which has been engraved on the back. A lot of times these were heirlooms and were passed from family member to family member through the generations. I suspect this is a late 18th century, or at the latest, an early 19th century item and the hand carved date represents the year of a wedding.

Danish boxes are called "hovedvandsaegs" and are gifts a male suitor would give to his intended. The box would contain smelling salts or oils to revive the senses of the lady at the time of proposal of marriage. The boxes were engraved with the initials of the lovely couple and were passed on from generation to generation, sometimes having many couples initials added through time.

This particular box is high grade and solid silver. There are 4 hallmarks on the base bottom and 2 on the base edge. The box is hand engraved and the initials "B.M." and "E.D." are on the front. The back has the date 1853. These boxes are very expensive and highly collectible and sought after.

This marriage box opens across the top. The closure is very secure. While I don't think I would store oils or liquids in this box, certainly secret messages or treasures are in order.

I GIVE YOU MY HEART is approximately 19" in length. The paste piece is approximately 1- 7/8" by 1-1/4". The heart box is approximately 3" x 1.75". Total drop length from paste to box is approximately 5.5". High grade sterling silver wire and clasp were used in the construction of this lovely jewelry item and has been oxidized in keeping with the antique theme.

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Collection No.6 Item No. 6
$850

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CROWNED HEART.

Baroque pearl necklace featuring a cross of antique paste and a sterling crowned Heart Locket

Large, beautiful and raw Baroque fresh water pearls of grey make up the chain of the necklace. Organic in shape and size, each is unique, and all have loads of character, texture and naturally occurring iridescence.

The pearls meet at a stunning antique paste cross from England. The cross is rich with both detail and style.

From the paste element suspends another baroque pearl and a sublime antique silver crowned heart box. This box...or locket...is a true late Georgian/ early Victorian antique. It is fully functional, sterling and in excellent shape. This would have been worn by a lady of means and they would wear such an item on their chatelaine. These pieces are quite collectable, very difficult to find, and very expensive when you do find them. This crowned heart is in extremely good shape, opens and closes securely and is hallmarked.

This creation is constructed using sterling silver wire and clasp, which have been oxidized in keeping with the antique elements. The chain is approximately 21.5" long. The cross and locket add an additional 4" in length. For your reference, the cross is 1.5" and the heart locket is approximately 1.75" x 1.25".

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Collection No.6 Item No. 5
$895

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Trois Chérubins * THREE CHERUBS * Tre Cherubini

The chain of this necklace is made of up of sophisticated, large top quality freshwater pearls that are pale grey and slightly iridescent. Interspersed throughout the chain are beautifully faceted, weighty garnet stones of a deep, rich berry-red -- the saturated hue is stunning with the dove gray pearls. At the midpoint of each side of the necklace, as well as in the drop, the garnet stones are doubled up with a vintage rhinestone paste rondelle between them.

The focal point of this necklace is an altered brooch displaying vinery, scrolling, and a trio of sweet little cherubs. The brooch is hallmarked "A Miracle Creation". Miracle Creation pieces are finished in the old world silver style which is sterling silver plating over lower content jeweler’s silver or pewter. The piece is lovely and looks fabulous on the necklace.

Suspended from the cherub piece are two more faceted garnet stones separated by a vintage paste rondelle and a gorgeous sterling silver Repousse heart locket. The locket is hallmarked along the inner lip and it opens and closes securely so you can store small treasures inside. The design is on both the front and back of the piece.

This necklace is approximately 27.5" long. The cherubs and locket add an additional 4 1/8" in length. Solid sterling silver wire and clasp was used in the construction of this piece. Sterling has been oxidized to further enhance the beauty of the pearls and garnets.

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Collection No. 6 Item No. 4
$495

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BAROQUE PUTTI
Raw Baroque Pearls, an Antique Sterling Silver French Chatelaine Heart Box embossed in a rare, all floral motif and a Beautiful Antique Sterling Silver Peruzzi Brooch from Italy.

Fabulous raw, freshwater Baroque pearls make up the chain of this necklace. The pearls are a dove grey in color imbued with stunning iridescence. Variegated nacre hues including silver, white, green, blue and purple can be seen within the pearls as ambient light moves across the beautifully textured surface.

The Baroque beauties join at an antique sterling silver Peruzzi brooch. The Italian brooch is an original piece made by jewelry designer Guilermo Peruzzi and is hallmarked with silver content (800) and the makers mark, Peruzzi of Florence. The Peruzzi family has been known for their sublime creations since the 16th century. Because this piece is quite valuable, the pin back has been left intact but can be removed upon request or by your local jeweler.

The Peruzzi piece is simply amazing. In true Baroque style, there is so much going on.....sea dragon, mermaids, putti, shield and crown. It is the perfect complement to the Baroque pearls. From this wonderful focal point suspends an additional baroque pearl and an antique sterling silver Chatelaine Heart locket/box. This is a very unusual design featuring an all floral motif. This beautiful antique is also hallmarked.

The Baroque Putti necklace is approximately 24" long. The Peruzzi piece is approximately 2" long and the heart box is approximately 1.5" long. The entire focal point adds an additional 4.5" in length.

This necklace is made using sterling silver wire and clasp. Silver has been oxidized in keeping with the antique elements. **Both the sterling Peruzzi brooch and the Chatelaine Heart can be polished to a clean silver shine, but, personally, I liked the added element of tarnish, and more so, loved the juxtaposition of the tarnished silver with the sleek, fiery pearls, so only small ‘highlight’ areas have been polished for contrast.

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Collection No. 6 Item No. 3
$795

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CROWNED GLORY

Stunning, hand cut antique French beads of jet from the Victorian era make up the chain of this necklace. Two different sizes of the jet beads were alternated for visual interest.

The jet necklace meets at a vintage silver crown embossed with lovely detailing including two fleur de lis. The crown is hallmarked "sterling". Suspended from the crown are a plethora of beautiful charms. First, a double sided bevel glass locket featuring prayer card images suspends from a small French jet bead. Other charms include an antique silver communion medal from France embellished with a Swarovski leaded crystal set in sterling; an antique silver Mary box and a wonderful vintage silver paste cross. The Mary box opens and closes securely so you can keep your small treasures inside. From the clasp hangs an antique Our Lady medal from France, adding visual interest at the double-wrap.

The chain measures 33.5" in length and can be worn long or double-wrapped. Sterling silver wire and clasp were used in the construction of this necklace. Sterling has been oxidized in keeping with the antique elements. Charms add an additional 4.75" in length.

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Collection No. 6 Item No. 1
$425

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HOLY MOTHER

Beautifully faceted semi-precious garnet beads and sterling silver make up the chain of this necklace. The silver has been oxidized to set off the color of the garnets and match the vintage and antique elements.

The focal point is an antique sterling silver filigree pendant that has been enhanced with a ring of paste stones and an image of the Holy Mother. The reverse of this pendant also has a ring of paste and a second image. The plethora of varying textures and the delicate smith work is incredible.

Suspended from the filigree pendant is a large faceted garnet nugget and a vintage sterling silver filigree cross with a floral motif and lovely natural patina. The cross beautifully complements the pendant and between the rich garnet red and the paste, there is just enough sparkle to add the perfect contrast to all the tarnished silver.

The necklace is approximately 36" long and can be worn long or double wrapped. Pendant and cross add an approximate 5.5" in additional length. Necklace is constructed using sterling silver wire and clasp. Pendant and cross are both 800 silver.

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Collection No. 6 Item No. 2
$350

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