Collectible Jewelry

Wonderful unique piece made by hand by one of the most relevant fashion designers of the mid-century, Jacques Esterel, showing inside the signature, name of the piece, numbering 1/1 and creation date 57, a sublime work worthy of belong to any of the best fashion and design museums in the world given its relevance as the only known piece of this type that has been handcrafted and signed by Jacque Esterel himself. This fantastic rigid brass band shows beautiful acid etchings of Roman horse chariots and linear ornaments with three closing positions for different sizes. This band was placed on the head as a decorative accessory or crown known as a tiara...

Antique Collectible Ethnic Tribal Folk Art Crescent Shell Pieces Choker Necklaces from Papua New Guinea. Shell pieces cut from the gold lipped pearl oyster found off the waters of Papua New Guinea. Their opalescent color ranges from deep gold yellow to pale yellow. Each is pierced at the crescent point for a cord attachment enabling the owner to wear them singly or together around the neck. One had a line of holes along the inner edge of the crescent as a decorative feature. Highly Collectible Museum Pieces, worn by men and women rare old Kina Shell Necklaces (Huge Mother of Pearl Crescent) Pectoral Collected from the Foi Tribe (Papua New Guinea), Circa 1920’s. From the Art collection of Marian and John Scott. Acquisition date: 1969. Evaluation date records: 1982. About: For the people of the Highlands, shells were considered treasures. As they were items that came from distant shores of Papua New Guinea they were already objects used for trade. The number one source of mother of pearl wealth was and is still is from the Thursday Island, one of the chain of Island that suggests the ancient land bridge across the Torres Straits from Cape York, Australia to New Guinea. They were fashioned into objects of adornment worn on costumes, hair, nose, etc. Of particular rarity was the gold lipped pearl shell. References: Plumes and Arrows, Inside New Guinea, COlin Simpson, Angus and RObertson, 1968. CATEGORY Anthropology: Ethnography. Tribal Kina Shell Pectoral Necklace, Pearl shell ornamentation (neck). Kina (shell money) Oject part of Pacific Cultures Collections. Purchased from the amazing private collection of Mark Lissauer who spent his life collecting niche ethnographic pieces. About Mark Lissauer: Mark Lissauer spent forty years travelling abroad for months at a time collecting ethnographic artefacts primarily from New Guinea and the islands of the West Pacific, and from Asia and Himalayan countries. Fluent in five languages and having in the course of business travelled to more than forty countries, Mark is well-known to museums and art-collectors around the world for his long career and his interesting and diverse collection of rare ethnographic material. Mark knows the origin and symbolism of each piece. Through extensive research and more than ninety trips around the globe, Mark familiarised himself with the traditions of the various cultures he visited in order to understand the meaning of each object to its region and tribe. His home has a specialist library and several rooms are filled with tribal carvings, textiles and ethnographica. He acquired his first tribal piece in 1948 during a business trip to Milne Bay, New Guinea, and has since documented the acquisition of some 35,000 items. Several thousands of these have been sold to important private collections and museums worldwide, including the Rockefeller Museum, the British Museum and the Musée National des Arts d’Afrique et d’Océanie, now incorporated into the Louvre Museum. Estimator certificate of authenticity by Wayne Heathcote Tribal Art Dealer and Expert. Heathcote has a flash gallery in Brussels, where much of the tribal art business is centred, and is an expert at Sotheby's tribal art sale...

This handsome, brushed 14-karat gold men's ring features an intaglio male portrait in carnelian. Size 8, Weight 18.00 dwt.

This silver gem pendant ring is adorned with a mesmerizing Malachite gem at its heart. Surrounding the central beauty are smaller Turquoise and Jasper gems,...

Dutch 19th Century gold sliding pencil A Dutch gold pencil holder in a ribbed motif with a sliding system. These pencil holders are usually made as...

Immerse yourself in the allure of history with this captivating Antique Chinese Hand Carved Jade Bangle Bracelet. Crafted with skill and precision, the jade bangle boasts an enchanti...

Gold and lava earrings. The oval cameos, sculpted in light lava, depict two profile busts of young women with classic hairstyles on a smooth background. ...

Victorian era necklace in gold and Sciacca coral. The long chain is in 8 Kt yellow gold, with quarter-turn links, with a smooth body. Finally with lobster clasp. the necklace is enri...

Victorian era bracelet with shell cameo. The bracelet is made with a band of woven 12K gold wire. The edges are reinforced with a continuous herringbone pattern. The clasp consists o...

This Mid-Century Estate Jewelry Marcasite Set is a dazzling ensemble featuring a brooch, bracelet, and clip-on earrings. Crafted with intricate marcasite detailing set in timeless designs, this set exudes elegance and vintage charm, perfect for adding a touch of sophistication to any outfit. Earrings are marked "925" Ring is signed "Sterling" Mid-Century marcasite jewelry...

Necklace of degrading natural pearls with 18 Kt white gold, emerald and diamonds clasp. The necklace is made from natural pearls with minimal variations in color temperature and shap...

The Victorian era pin, is made out of 8 Kt.yellow gold and pink–orange Sciacca coral. A brunch of gold describes a curved motive with smaller brunches rising from it. At the end of e...

Transport yourself to an era of glamour with this Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Emerald-Cut Smoky Quartz Cocktail Ring. Delicately sized at 5, this exquisite piece showcases a mesmerizing ...

Finnish silver bracelet by Alpo Tammi Koru, 1970s A silver bracelet with a hard clamp. A beautiful design with round and sleek shapes and a ro...

These are such stylish modernist clip on earrings made by Ben-Amun and clearly marked on the back. The vibrant, iridescent pinkish orange glass with an aurora borealis AB (rainbow) finish, has a free form shape and the molded glass surface is nonuniform (it sort of looks like an iceberg). These earrings would add some fun to a classic outfit or would accentuate a funky vibe! They measure about 3/4 inch high and 1/2 inch wide and there is some slight finish loss on the back. Thanks for visiting The Moody Carpenter...

A very good set of five antique Imperial Russian silver-gilt & cloisonne spoons, Moscow, circa 1899. The spoons having silver-gilt to the interior of ...

Liberty and Co, attributed in the style of Archibald Knox. An Arts and Crafts silver hat pin with Celtic decoration touched with blue, orange, and green...

The brooch is made of 14 Kt gold, up of a knot of racemes, two leaves, and two fruits arranged symmetrically in a mirrored knot. The body of the raceme is entirely chiseled with spir...

Pair of Miguel Garcia designed modernist cuff links from Taxco Mexico . One Marked " Miguel Mexico " the second marked "925 Sterling " . Miguel Garcia Martinez was a well known de...

A thin and long necklace constructed from fragments of Sciacca (Sicily) coral perforated in an irregular sequence is closed by a low-carat gold clasp with an elongated barrel. A regu...

Butterfly-shaped brooch is a handmade object realized in the 1930s. Craftmanship, 17 x 12 cm.    Some stones are missing and the iron is ruined due to age. Vintage collectible item...

Art Nouveau walking stick: L-shaped knob, made of 800/1000 silver metal, engraved and low-relief workmanship with Liberty and vegetal motifs, partially gilded. Central stone, a caboc...

Carl Auböck model #5734 'Hand' brass figurine keyring. Designed in the 1950s, this incredibly refined and sculptural object is hand fabricated in polished brass. Price is per item....

14K Yellow Gold & Gemstone Ring by Sonia Bitton, size 7 Item # C104618 A beautiful ring made of 14 karat yellow gold and studded with gemstones. The design is elegant with multiple ...

Free Form "Forma Livre" style, Brazil, circa 1970s, segmented rectangular panels choker form yellow gold necklace with baton and plaque drops fringe and tab insert clasp, set with ten (10) free-form carved polished aquamarines, necklace measures 15'' in length, stamped "Burle Marx 750 INDBRAS GB 791," total weigh 4.890 troy oz. This exquisite Burle Marx 18 Karat Gold Free Form Aquamarine Necklace, crafted in the early 60s, emanates timeless elegance. Originating from Burle Marx's personal collection until the early 80s, this rare piece, now available for purchase, showcases unparalleled craftsmanship.Unlikely to be replicated in the future. As a testament to its extraordinary status, this necklace is deemed a Museum Piece, embodying the artistic mastery of Burle Marx, a renowned jewelry designer whose clientele included luminaries like Cicely Tyson, Madame Ferragamo, and Placido Domingo...

Dutch silver bracelet with a Prince of Wales link A Dutch silver bracelet with a double link chain. The silver links are connected to each other with 4 rings. This is the Prince of ...

Austro-Hungarian golden brooche, Vienna, ca 1900 An Austro-Hungarian 14 carat golden brooche with 24 emeralds and an oval cut ruby ​​in the center. The gold brooch has a hammered su...

Marvella Sterling Pearl Necklace and Earrings Set: Timeless Elegance in 925 Silver Marked: "925" Elevate your style with this exquisite pearl necklace and matching earrings, a true...

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...

The 14K Gold Mid Century Men's Wristwatch by International Watch Co. (IWC) Schaffhausen encapsulates timeless elegance. Crafted in lustrous gold, its mid-century design exudes sophis...

Crafted in the mid-century era, this obsidian and gold beaded necklace exudes timeless elegance. Its sleek, jet-black obsidian stones, meticulously strung together, create a sophisticated accessory. The piece encapsulates the era's allure, blending vintage charm with a modern flair, making it a captivating adornment for any occasion. Featuring a safety clasp to securely close the necklace. 14K Gold balls interspaced between every five obsidian beads...

Victorian earrings in gold and coral. A smooth shank gold hook supports a connecting ring, to which the pendant is connected. Supported by a double chiselled gold leaf motif, the pen...

Victorian gold necklace with pendant. The chain link, in 14 Kt gold, alternates simple circular beads with double ones crossed with hollow section circles. The firmness is twisted sp...

18 Kt Gold 1ct Diamond Cluster Ring 3.50 GRAMS. Good condition, working. Free international shipping.

18 kt. Gold & Platinum Brooch 0.25 ct Diamond 3.77 GRAMS. Good condition, working. Free international shipping.

18 kt. Gold Sapphire & Pearl Victorian Bracelet 13.87 GRAMS. Good condition, working. Free international shipping.

18 kt. White Gold 0.50 ct Diamond Cluster Ring 2.18 GRAMS. Good condition, working. Free international shipping.

Mid-Century necklace of large Nephrite Jade 10mm beads and smaller Jadeite 8mm beaded necklace. Jade, revered for centuries, embodies both healing proper...

Victorian 15 kt. Gold Pearl Starbust Brooch 5.32 GRAMS. Good condition, working. Free international shipping.

18 kt. Platinum & Gold Victorian Brooch Pearl Diamond 3.55 GRAMS. Good condition, working. Free international shipping.

18 Kt. Art Deco Gold 0.70ct Diamond Ring 2.85 GRAMS From a private English collection Free international shipping

18 Kt. Gold 0.50ct Diamond Cluster Ring 2.90 GRAMS. Good condition, working. Free international shipping.

A timeless treasure, this vintage mid-century ring exudes elegance with its 14K gold setting adorned by a mesmerizing ruby center and sparkling diamond accents. Size 7, its classic d...

18 Kt Gold Designer Ring 5.08 GRAMS. Good condition, working. Free international shipping.

Vintage silver cannetille woven mesh bracelet featuring Etruscan revival Lao Dok Phikoun floral bead / ball design. The dok phikoun flower is styl...

This exquisite vintage bangle bracelet is a true statement piece, featuring a captivating combination of polished red-orange agate and luxurious gold accents. The agate showcases a s...

Platinum Ring 0.70 CT Diamond Art Nouveau Solitaire 4.74 GRAMS. Good condition, working. Free international shipping.

Victorian Gold Necklace Fob 37.71 GRAMS. Good condition, working. Free international shipping.

Explore the timeless elegance of this pre-owned Sterling Silver Necklace, meticulously crafted with precision and sophistication. The sterling silver construction, marked with the si...

A thin gold necklace with elongated links and a circular lobster clasp holds a pendant brooch with a central body and oblong sides. Made of 14 Kt go...

Striking and dramatic brutalist style sculptural gold tone bracelet by acclaimed Canadian jewelry artist, Robert Larin. The dimension when closed is 2.5 inches diameter. Made of hand...

Pair of 18K Yellow Gold & Gemstone Swirl Earrings Item # C104609 A beautiful pair of 18K yellow gold earrings, featuring a swirl design that gives them a dynamic and fluid appearanc...

This beautiful piece of Scottish late 19th century jewellery has been made in a Celtic style from unmarked silver which has been tested. It is in the form of a shaped circular shiel...

Wonderful abstract bracelet cuff. sterling silver stamped. it's seven inches long and straight an incredible design. a piece of art. Mid-Century, Space Age, Hollywood Regency, Ecle...

The bracelet is made of 14 kt gold and has a rigid structure, made up of three parallel bands joined by spacer bridges. The shape widens in the center of the top. On the sides there ...

Set of pendant earrings and brooch in 14 Kt gold and coral. The set consists of three pieces, a brooch and a pair of simple hook earrings. The earrings reproduce similar but not iden...

This is a fantastic pair of Ben-Amun clip on earrings with a large (about 7/8 inch diameter) vibrant faux mabe pearl surrounded by a rich, bright gold patterned frame with five lustrous bulbous pearl drops which graduate in size from each side to the center bottom. The earrings have incredible life from the bright gold and the shimmering pearls and large size measuring about 2 inches long and 1 1/2 inches wide. They are clearly marked on the back and come on their original Saks Fifth Avenue card. There are some slight imperfections and marks on the pearls that I have tried to photograph but none of them are noticeable from a distance. Thank you for visiting The Moody Carpenter...

An emblem of mid-century grace, this dainty pearl choker is a refined statement. Delicate pearls, elegantly strung, evoke timeless sophistication. Accentuated by gold-plated embellis...