Sloan & Company Jewelry & Watches

Antique 1908 Sloan & Co. 14K Gold Rosary — Attributed Blessing of Pope Pius X A beautifully preserved early 20th-century gold rosary by Sloan & Co., a respected American mak...

Antique 1908 Sloan & Co. 14K Gold Rosary – Blessed by Pope Pius X Maker: Sloan & Co. Date: MCMVIII (1908) Metal: 14K gold (tested) Weight: 26.4 grams Length: Approx. 18.5" overall Wearable Length: Approx. 24" loop Beads: Alternating 7mm & 5.5mm Cross: Approx. 2" long Condition: Excellent antique condition; two beads with minor dents consistent with age Inscriptions: “MCMVIII” (1908); “Pio Papa X M.L.E.”; “SSDN” (abbrev. Sanctissimus Dominus Noster — “Our Most Holy Lord”) A beautifully preserved early 20th-century gold rosary attributed to Sloan & Co., a respected American maker known for quality workmanship during this period. Crafted entirely in solid 14k gold and weighing a substantial 26.4 grams, the piece features well-formed cable links and smoothly finished beads, demonstrating both durability and careful hand-finishing. The alternating bead sizes create a refined visual rhythm, while the crucifix displays crisp modeling of Christ against a softly matte ground. The reverse of the cross bears engraved inscriptions including the Roman numeral date MCMVIII (1908) alongside “Pio Papa X M.L.E.” and “SSDN.” These align with formal papal blessing conventions of the period. “SSDN” expands to "Sanctissimus Dominus Noster" (Our Most Holy Lord) while “M.L.E.” represents "Munere Litterarum Ecclesiasticarum", a Latin phrase that translates roughly to "by the office/duty of ecclesiastical letters [or documents]" or "through the function of church writings. Together, these inscriptions reinforce the rosary’s devotional context and historical significance. With elegant proportions and a wearable loop length of approximately 24 inches, the rosary drapes beautifully as a necklace while remaining fully functional for devotional use. The association with Pope Pius X—later canonized and closely tied to early 20th-century Catholic devotional life—adds further depth and collector appeal. A compelling and wearable example of antique religious jewelry...

An Edwardian pavé pearl double-sided heart locket suspended from a three-row seed pearl necklace, in 14k gold. Sloan & Co. Composed with the delicacy characteristic of the Edwardian...

Sloan & Co. charming and highly unusual Art Deco fishing-themed brooch crafted in 14 karat yellow gold, dating to the early 20th century. This whimsical design depicts a pearl-s...

An art deco racing car brooch designed by Sloan & Company This is a fabulous racing car brooch, made in America during the art deco period, back in th...

Centering a bezel set oval mixed cut citrine weighing approximately 0.45 carat; transparent and a medium-dark orange color With a cascading wheat motif terminating as a round button...

A fine antique 14k gold & ruby hatpin. By Sloan & Co. With a figural bulldog top set tiny ruby cabochon eyes. The pin stem is gold plated. Simply a great pin for any bulldog love...