Collectible Jewelry

Stephen Burr,, USA, circa 1975, Sterling (silver) brass, Dimension: 2.5" width. Stephen Burr was a modernist jeweler of the United States that used distin...

PRESENTING an EXTREMELY UNIQUE and RARE 19C British Tunbridgeware Hair Pin/Bobbin or Slide. This slide is unlike any of it’s kind we have seen before, it is a VERY RARE survivor. From circa 1860 – 80 and made in Tunbridge Wells, England. Made of walnut with gorgeous marquetry inlay on the entirety of the front with classic Tunbridgeware micro-mosaic all over the front. The rear is walnut. The marquetry inlay appears to be various different woods, namely, maple, walnut and satinwood. Would have been worn in a Lady’s hair bun with the micro-mosaic facing forward. This would have belonged to a VERY ELEGANT LADY in the mid to late 19th Century. Tunbridge ware is a form of decoratively inlaid woodwork, typically in the form of boxes, that is characteristic of Tonbridge and the spa town of Royal Tunbridge Wells in Kent in the 18th and 19th centuries. The decoration typically consists of a mosaic of many very small pieces of different coloured woods that form a pictorial vignette. Shaped rods and slivers of wood were first carefully glued together, then cut into many thin slices of identical pictorial veneer with a fine saw. Elaborately striped and feathered bandings for framing were pre-formed in a similar fashion. There is a collection of Tunbridge ware in the Tunbridge Wells Museum and Art Gallery in Tunbridge Wells. The famous makers of Tunbridge ware were in the Tunbridge Wells area of Kent; their most notable work was from circa 1830-1900. Early makers of Tunbridge ware, in Tunbridge Wells in the mid-18th century, were the Burrows family, and Fenner and Co. In the 19th century, around 1830, James Burrows invented a technique of creating mosaics from wooden tesserae. Henry Hollamby, apprenticed to the Burrows family, set up on his own in 1842 and became an important manufacturer of Tunbridge ware, employing about 40 people. Edmund Nye (1797–1863) and his father took over the Fenner company when William Fenner retired in 1840, after 30 years in partnership with him. Thomas Barton (1819–1903), previously apprenticed at the Wise factory, joined the Nyes in 1836, and worked as Nye’s designer; he took over the business in 1863 and continued there until his death. In Tonbridge (near to Tunbridge Wells), George Wise (1703–1779) is known to have had a business in 1746. It continued with his son Thomas, and Thomas’s nephew George (1779–1869), who took over in 1806. In its early years the company made articles such as workboxes and tea caddies with prints of popular views; later items had pictures created from mosaics. Their workshop in Tonbridge, Wise’s Tunbridge Ware Manufactory, was next to the Big Bridge over the Medway; the building was demolished in 1886 to widen the approach to the bridge. Tunbridge ware became popular with visitors to the spa town of Tunbridge Wells, who bought them as souvenirs and gifts. Articles included cribbage boards, paperweights, writing slopes, snuffboxes and glove boxes. At the Great Exhibition of 1851, Tunbridge ware by Edmund Nye, Robert Russell and Henry Hollamby was shown; Edmund Nye received a commendation from the judges for his work. He exhibited a table depicting a mosaic of a ship at sea; 110,800 tesserae were used in making the picture. The manufacturers of Tunbridge ware were cottage industries, and they were no more than nine in Tunbridge Wells and one in Tonbridge. The number declined in the 1880s; competent craftsmen were hard to find, and public tastes changed. After the death of Thomas Barton in 1903 the only surviving firm was Boyce, Brown and Kemp, which closed in 1927. Marquetry was an old technique which was continued by Nye and Barton to create images such as birds or butterflies. ‘Green Oak’ as caused by the fungus Chlorociboria aeruginascens. Stickware and half-square mosaic was invented by James Burrows in about 1830: a bunch of wooden sticks of different colours, each having triangular or diamond-shaped cross section, were tightly glued together; in the case of stickware, the resulting block was dried, then turned to form an article such as the base of a pincushion. For half-square mosaic, thin slices were taken from the composite block, and applied to a surface. Tesselated mosaic, was a development by James Burrows of half-square mosaic; it was adopted by George Wise and Edmund Nye. Minute tesserae were used to form a wide variety of geometric and pictorial designs. Many sorts of wood were used for the various colours; about 40 were in regular use. Only natural colors were used; green was provided by “green oak”, produced by the action of fungus on fallen oak. Designs for articles were often taken from designs of Berlin wool work.

AMBIANIC presents 1970s Black Omega Genève Vintage Watch Swiss Made unisex mechanical Wrist 7.75 x 1.13 W Face is 1 x 1 x.25 D box 4.25 x 4....

Walking stick with silver-plated copper and iron tip. The shaft is made of ebony. The milord pommel, made of embossed silver, has a series of smooth vertical bands that separate it. ...

19th century brass and gold Watch-Key with each side a different stone A brass watch key , gold-plated with 2 different colors. An amber color transpare...

This is a fabulous large 3 inch by 2 1/2 inch sterling silver sandcast Naja pendant or enhancer which is currently hung on a 25 inch long bench made sterling silver bead necklace. ...

A set of 'Year' clip earrings by Georg Jensen. Based upon a design from circa 1900 these were relaunched in 2002. Floral design with silver-beads. Original box. Fully hallmarked. Mea...

Classic Chanel Diana purse in a stunning black lambskin. This iconic bag features a quilted body with a bare trim around front flap to accentuate the quilted design on the rest of the body as well as the gold tone front clasp of the interlocking Chanel...

A bespoken sterling silver jewelry suite with bold design by Graziella Laffi (1923-2009), Lima, Peru, circa 1970s. The set consists of a choker style necklace showcasing six large ge...

A Scandinavian Modern Silver bracelet with polished and etched openings from Denmark by C. Holm. Measures: Diameter: 2.5". Height: 1".

This exquisite gold Avril Bubble Pendant Watch features a clear glass dome that showcases its intricate inner workings. The Saturn-like rings around the face ...

Stylish vintage brushed gold triple strand womens belt with swivel clip clasps (one on each end) by St. John for Neiman Marcus, circa 1980s. The piece is in new, unused condition an...

19th Century Italian hand carved coral and gold Bacchante / Bacchus pendant. Made from 9 Kt gold and natural, untreated hand carved blood coral from S...

Napoleon Emperor Co. Framed Leda & the Swan Nude Relief on Brass Buckle 8x10x2 framed Buckle 4"x2.5"

Vintage Mediterranean Coral Necklace, c. 1950s–70s An evocative strand of natural Mediterranean red coral, fashioned from branch-form fragments in rich vermilion tones. Each coral p...

Incredibly stunning vintage parure set consisting of necklace, bracelet and earrings in goldtone and rhinestones by Leru. This set is in fabulous vintag...

19th century Brass and Gold Watch-Key with Agate and Heliotrope Stones 19th century brass and gold Watch-Key with each side a different stone A brass watch...

Original 1940's Sterling Silver USAAF Pilot Wings badge is the official Aircraft Pilot ranking within the United States Air Force, Air Force Reserve, and Air National Guard. The firs...

Pink Opal Pendant on Sterling Silver Vermeil Necklace Chain, Vintage, Stamped The polished stone has a pretty, naturally occurfring pattern that looks like a cloud line or a surf li...

German silver card case by Gottlieb Kurz, 1920 A German silver card holder case by Gottlieb Kurz (1895-1970) A small silver case with hinged lid an...

Sculpture necklace by the great international artist Enrique Broglia (1942 - 2013) signed and marked as proof of author. A beautiful unique jewel made of bronze that shows its recogn...

This is a lovely stylish pocket watch chain fob. It was almost certainly made in Germany, circa 1910s. Nice addition to any pocket watch. A very...

Antique Abstract Enameled Belt Buckle by Harris C1910 Measures - 2.5"H x 3.5"W x .5"D This antique belt buckle features an abstract design, crafted with vibrant enamel work. The pi...

A simple silver necklace with a framed abstract design and three loose hanging rings.

Charming jewelry box or case. The box has a compartment for rings and 3 compartments for earrings, necklaces, bracelets, stones. Very interesting opening mechanism with pusher syst...

Fine Jewels and Watches. Sotheby's Sale 7312, Los Angeles, May 4, 1999. Sotheby's, LA, 1999. First Edition soft cover. 208pp, 495 lots photographed in color, with results. Includes t...

Vintage bakelite bracelet realized in 1940s. Signs of time, with minor discoloring in the edges.

Ancient Neoclassical Cameo Intaglio in biscuit. Italy, 19th Century. Good condition.

Amber pendant in a sterling silver setting with a Italian 925 silver chain.

Norwegian silver Ivar T. Holth - Oslo red guilloche enamel set Ivar T. Holth - Oslo red guilloche enamel set, consisting of a brooch and ear clips. ...

This 9-karat yellow gold men's wristwatch was made by the highly renowned Omega watch company of Switzerland in approximately 1965 in the period Mid-Century Modern style. The watch is in new/old stock condition showing no scratches or significant wear or damage to the face, the lugs, crystal or crown and retains its original elasticized metal gold toned band. The watch is complete with its instruction manual and warranty papers and both it's inner red leather bound box...

Vintage Aquamarine and 18 Carat Gold Ring, London, 1988 A finely made vintage aquamarine ring set in 18 carat yellow gold, hallmarked London, 1988. The ring features a lively oval-c...

Beautiful and rare early 20th century antique yellow gold Kerosang pin brooch for your Kebaya. A Kebaya is an Indonesian blouse without buttons, this golden Kerosang has 4 simple pins with 'claw-like' settings around coral 'buttons'. Usually kebaya pins have 3 pins and are more decorated elaborately in Indonesian style. This one has a more sleek 'Dutch Zealandish' design, that is why I'm pretty sure this antique costume jewellery pin...

Sølvsmedien i Kolding, Denmark is closely related to Hans Hansen Silversmithy and accordingly Georg Jensen who took over the company during the 1980s. These XL (30mm) disc/ufo shaped...

Vintage Escada necklace with rhinestone-studded ball screw clasp, made of 14 mm [0.55 in.] fashion jewelry beads/ faux pearls light copper colored with...

This finely crafted piece was made high in the mountains of Southeast China, Laos, Thailand and Burma (modern day Myanmar) by an indigenous hill tribe. The Hmong people are known for...

French red and gold tone ear clips by Nina Ricci, 1980s Ear clips with domed base with raised letters in gold tone from Nina Ricci on red enamel, design by Nina Ricci, France. Marke...

Enchanting vintage 1976 Christopher Ross hummingbird sipping a flower belt buckle, currently fashioned as a fabulous conversation piece necklace. Easily reverts to belt if desired. ...

Antique handmade African thick bronze bracelet with geometric detailing. Exceptional antique circa 19th century or older bracelet, possibly used as curren...

An antique Dutch Silver bracket by Gelderen, Pieter van Ameide, Schoonhoven, 1839 The bracket has an inner bracket for division into compartments. The button on the front of the bracket has to pushe down to open the bracket. The front is elegantly decorated and the back is smooth The bracket is complete with hook The bracket is Hallmarked with the Dutch Silver Hall mark lion 2 (833/1000) Minerva head, Year Letter E of the Year 1839 The Silver smith his mark of Gelderen, Pieter van Ameide, Schoonhoven, who worked during 1837-1842 Antique silver brackets, to which embroidered bags...

19th century Brass and Gold Watch-Key with Citrine and Heliotrope Stones 19th century brass and gold Watch-Key with each side a different stone A brass watch...

1940s vintage Modern Floral link bracelet sterling silver made in Taxco, Mexico maker stamped Mexico Sterling silver large link bracelet a...

This sterling silver and acrylic pendent and chain were done by the renowned Finnish jewelry maker, Bjorn Weckstrom in his signature Organic Modernist style in approximately 1970. Th...

Antique Blood Coral with Cabochon cut Coral closure A Dutch Blood Coral necklace with small round Corals strung on a length of 50 cm with 128 p...

AMBIANIC presents Urban Cowboy Striped Brass and Wood Belt Buckle 01 by Kenneth Reid, Albuquerque, New Mexico Dimensions: 2.63 W x 1.5 x .63 D See all of ...

AMBIANIC presents 1960s Taxco Mexico Abstract Stylized Fish Malachite Sterling Silver Pin Brooch stamped 2.13 h x 1.75 w x .26 Preowned vintage condition Refer to photos for details

All pieces are signed Miriam Haskell. No broken or cracked pieces. Some patina noticed on the brass hardware. Necklace L: 16.5 in. Nine strands of orange, pink, russet & lime dia...

For your consideration, a 1960s Swank Arrow Tie Bar Clip. Maker stamp present. Dimensions: 3.5 L x .25 D x 3.16 thickness Please visit take a look at our listings, we have an amazi...

Circa 1950. We offer this silver brooch adorned with turquoise and amethyst. Designed by Matilde Poulat Signed on back MATL. The MATL silver workshop, foun...

Remarkable modernist brooch by Danish Silversmith John Lauritzen. Hallmarked 830s and signed John L., Denmark. Measurements: 48 x 28 mm.

AMBIANIC presents 1960s Large Sterling Silver Fish Bone Skeleton Pendant in the style of Salvador Teran stamped 925 Mexico 3.88 h x 1.5 w Preowned Condition Refer to listed images p...

Matched set of tiffany pins (two) and earrings ( two pairs, four pcs ) six pieces total ion the lot. All are fully and correctly marked, all are 14-karat. ...

Wonderful camel leather bag from Maison Lancel from the 1990s. This magnificent Lancel handbag is bucket-shaped: The bucket is a very famous bag from M...

Dutch 18th Century Fob seal with coat of arms A Dutch 18th Century silver (unmarked) fob seal pendant in shape of two dolphins connected around their necks. The signet has a Dutch coat of arms...

Exceptional old American "Bright Cut" hand engraved sterling ladies purse with calfskin interior (parts of the calfskin interior are A/F - see images). ...

Mid-Century Italian brooch 18 kt gold and natural coral 1960s Purchased in 1966 in Torre Del Greco (Naples). Intact and in excellent condition, pin with safety. Stamped 750 thousandt...

Ancient Sealing Wax Seal. Italy, late 18th Century. Good condition with signs of age.

AMBIANIC presents Sensational Modernist Miró styled Silver Spiral Bracelet unmarked 7 long x 1.13 Preowned vintage Refer to listed images please

White gold brooch by E. Maier Amsterdam, 1970s A Dutch elegant white gold brooch with a floral leaf motif and 3 brilliant cut diamonds. The brooch has the Dutch gold hallmarks of "o...

Rare vintage BMW belt buckle, car brand, on its original leather belt. The buckle is removable and will easily attach to a new belt. This buckle is very ra...