Signed Enamel and Stone Sterling Vintage Bracelet. For those with a purple passion--is there any other color? This c1960 sterling bracelet measures 7 1/2" long. Three 10 x 12mm emerald-cut, medium lavender glass stones are prong set between lavender-enamelled concave squares. Pretty sterling leaf accents are at the bracelet ends.
A tag with the signature "AMCO sterling" identifies this bracelet as jewelry by A. Micallef and Company, Providence, RI. This company produced quality jewelry similar to Van Dell in eyecatching designs. They ended production in the seventies. Like new condition. DH179-07 - $80
Tutankhamen Egyptian Sterling Earrings. These earrings date to the very important 1978 Metropolitan Museum of Art exhibition "Treasures of Tutankhamen". This was the first of the "blockbuster" exhibitions. There was a revival of interest in ancient Egyptian theme jewelry due to this show. I believe that these sterling cast and cutout earrings depict Tutankhamen's Queen sister/wife Ankhesenamen. In the very fine castings, she is shown with an elaborate pectoral decoration centering a sun disk. Atop her wig is a decoration of two tall plumes centering a lotus stalk, all above a sun disk. The earrings measure a total of 1 7/8" long and are a true pair (the earrings face each other). Very fine detail and excellent condition. DH181-07
Richly Colored Leopard Jasper Necklace & Carved Pendant. Jasper is one of the oldest gemstone. The name meant "spotted stone" in Anglo-French. It is an opaque, usually red stone which can be highly polished. It's mentioned several times in the Bible and is the stone for one of the tribes of Israel. The stone is also known for its wonderful markings. Volcanic flow and other geological processes produce bands, swirls, pictures and unusual markings.
Leopard jasper is a variety of chalcedony and is noted for its spots of color. Leopard jasper shows particularly well against dark skin.
This vintage Chinese necklace is a beautifully color-matched set of (62) 10mm beads, and a 2 1/8" pendant, carved on both sides as a gourd. The length of the beads, not including the pendant, is 27 inches. The jasper is a rich mahogany color with some striking white and black mottling. The beads and pendant are hand-knotted with silk cord. DH187-07 Another View - $70
This item has recently been sold.
14K Gold & Cabochon Ruby Pierced Earrings. These 14k pierced earrings have a twisted rope design setting centering 4mm ruby cabochons. The cabochons have translucency and, depending on the intensity and type of light, will appear dark reddish-pink or dark plum red. The backs are marked 14K. Very good condition. DH192-07
- $48
Kenneth Jay Lane Attributed Rose Quartz & Jade Beads Necklace. This 1980s necklace measures 44" long. Large rose quartz beads with good rose color and translucency are suspended on a substantial goldtone chain. There are four round green stone beads, jade, we believe. Large baroque faux pearls lend the piece a beautiful lustre. The closing clasp is set with three brilliants. The stunning necklace was bought by a lady who acquired a number of Kenneth Jay Lane pieces. This is unsigned but we believe to be his. DH196-07 - $48
Vintage 14k White Gold 8.5mm Pearl Ring. This vintage white gold ring is a size 6 1/2. A single large 8.5mm cultured pearl is centered in a pretty basket. The pearl is white with beige-pink overtones and beautiful lustre. Pearls over 7.5mm are considered large, and other factors being equal(luster, color, shape, blemishes), larger pearls are more valuable.
The ring is unmarked but tests 14K. DH201-07 - $180
Colorful Multistone Semiprecious Beads Necklace. This vintage natural symmetrical bead necklace measures 24" long. Beads graduate in size. Beads are paired from side to side for a neat look. We spot carnelian, agate, adventurine, amethyst, banded agate and bloodstone. There are brass melon beads at the ends and an s-shaped clasp. DH312-08
Vermeil Sterling Earrings with Blue Stones. These vintage vermeil sterlings measure 3/4" across and are screwbacks. Sapphire-blue faceted stones, probably glass, are prong-set and measure 6/5 x 8mm. Backs are marked sterling. Very slight wear to finish. Excellent condition for age, probably 1940s. DH208-07 - $34
Enameled Sterling Skating Mouse Pendant. This vintage sandcast sterling pendant measures a little over 2" long. A winter-garbed mouse wears antique skates. Cobalt blue and emerald green enamel add ribbons of color. There is an oversized pendant loop, marked "925", which is big enough to go on a neck ribbon. DH232-07 - $37
Rhodonite - Long Drop Earrings. Rhodonite is name after the Greek word for rose, "rhodon". Its rose pink color is distinctive. These clip earrings measure a long 4". They are in excellent condition. Coloration is a medium pink with grey striations. Findings are gold-colored. Classy and pretty. DH233-07 - $33
Vintage Cultured Pearls & Gold Filled Bracelet. This 7 1/2" long figaro-linked bracelet showcases four 5.5mm gorgeous white cultured pearls. The bracelet is not marked gold filled, but tests as such. A very pretty and feminine accessory.
DH236-07 - $32
Extra Long Baltic Honey Amber Beads Necklace. Amber was a gem used by peoples in prehistoric times. To the Greeks it was known as elektron and to the Romans as electrum for its unusual magnetic properties. It is easily magnetized when rubbed and can also float on water.
This natural amber necklace measures 60 inches (5 feet) long. It's extremely unusual for an amber necklace to be this length. The overall color of the beads is honey, with a mix of clear, translucent and opaque beads. The bead shape varies from egg shaped to flattened ovals, and bead size is approximately 3/8" wide. Closure is an handsome set of screw thread beads. Excellent condition. DH251-07
- $86
This item has recently been sold.
Aurora Borealis Faceted Heart and Sterling Chain. Vintage. A fine sterling curb link chain suspends a 5/8" faceted aurora borealis heart pendant. The color change in the heart is predominantly pink, orange, purple and yellow on one side, which is shown, and paler blue, green, yellow and pink on the other. The flash photo presents a darker color than reality. Very good condition. DH263-07 - $30
Beautiful Quality Vintage Amazonite Bead Necklace. Oh, to have eyes this color. Bead coloration is a green-blue with a fine-grained texture. This amazonite bead necklace graduates from 5 to 10 mm. It is 18 1/2" long. The beads are gemmy quality amazonite and are similar in appearance to very nice jadeite beads. Sixty-three beads. Finished with a gold fill clasp. DH267-07 - $120
1940s Handmade Sterling Rose Spray Brooch. This 1940s sterling brooch measures approximately 3 3/4" long. Over 30 pieces of sterling have been shaped and joined to fashion this floral bouquet. The many layers and intricate shapes, formed by the silver artisan, create an unusual tactile beauty.
This miniature work of art is in the style of Hobe brooches of the same period. Very realistic and very good condition. Marked sterling on reverse plaque. DH268-07 - $95
Elegant 1940s Large Sterling Floral Brooch. This all sterling brooch measures 2 7/8" long. Large 9 mm clear, bright rhinestones are prong set in the flowers' centers. An accent rose at stem's base. Very good condition. DH270-07 - $38
Vintage Sterling Crown Brooch. This nostalgic 1940s brooch measures 2 1/6" across and is marked "sterling" on the reverse. This piece is fashioned as stamped sterling for dimension and detail. Very good condition. DH272-07 - $35
Vintage Enamel Sterling Heart Pendant with Beads. This 1 1/8" long sterling pendant is fashioned as a puffy heart and is identical on both sides. The heart is enamelled with two yellow swallows flying under willow branches, with swirly white clouds against a royal blue background. The pendant suspends from an 18 1/4" . The beads are a swirled orange glass, grouped in threes, and spaced with silvertone beads. One bead shows some crazing on one end, otherwise, pendant and beads are very good.
DH300-08
