Stone Collectibles and Curiosities

Interesting Scandinavian cuff from Danish jewelry designer Bent Knudsen in sterling with amethyst. Signed with impressed manufacturer's mark to interior: [Sterl...

Sculptural coral and pearl earrings, flower "calla" shaped, signed Sorrentino: unique piece mounted on gold. For Your summer evenings ! G/...

This temple relief was purchased from a late 19th century upstate NY garden. This lovely Buddhist carving is in an as found state taken directly from the...

Pair of angel ornaments. Each angels hold a shield which can be engraved. Beautiful pair made in France, circa 1800.

Scale model of an old stone oil mill, made of natural stone and metal on a methacrylate base. The piece is fully functional and rotates. Fully dated on the inner base.

Architectural Grand Tour model of the Pantheon in Rome. In yellow and white alabaster.

A Natural Striped Fully Chambered Nautilus Shell mounted to a vintage Sicilian Alabaster Base Nautilus Pompulus on an alabaster stand The shell: Philippines; harvested in the 20th century The base: Sicily, Italy; second-half of the 20th century Shell, alabaster, gilt metal. Approximate size: 11 (h) x 4 (w) x 4 (d) in. Nautilus shells have long been a staple of wonder for lovers of shells and as prized objects adorning Naturalia-themed curiosity cabinets. Their frailty and uniqueness have contributed to their fame as prized possessions. In Renaissance Germany the finest specimens were frequently encased in precious silver beset with motifs according to the tastes of the era. The present shell is mounted to a vintage brown alabaster vase, trimmed with openwork gilt metal trim along the base and upper rim. The shell is from the estate of a professional fossils dealer. The base is from a vintage alabaster lamp...

Temple of Castor & Pollux in alabaster. Grand Tour souvenir. (Later) inscription on the base: Forum Romano. We also have this object in bronze but slightly smaller.

Wonderful 17 century marble panel with a Madonna and child. Gorgeous period piece with great patina. Italy circa 1650. Weathered and small losses. Measurement include the wooden pe...

Stunning, white marble and green onyx chess set with hand-carved pieces. Includes board and 32 pieces. Please note: There are three chess sets available with slight variations in st...

This slate board would have been used by school children in the late Qing-dynasty as part of the independent studies promoted in provincial academies. Whil...

Discover a piece of Belgian history with this early 20th-century goblet, an artifact of triumph, inscribed with "CHALLENGE REGNART." Its statuesque metal silhouette, paired with the ...

1970s Elegant white and blue chess set in Volterra alabaster handmade. Made in Italy, the items are in excellent condition. This chess set is gorgeous. ...

A beautiful hand carved semi precious rose quartz stone crane with carnelian beak, fluorite crest, and brass legs. This piece is mounted on a faceted rock crystal quartz mineral spec...

For sale is an elegant bejeweled snuff box. It is made from solid silver by the Austrian manufacturer Sturm. It is stamped with the Diana Head which was the official hallmark of the Austrian-Hungarian Empire and a clover leaf. The lid and the backside of the box are simple polished silver, but in the top left corner of the lid there is a rose gold ring (diameter: 1.1cm) that encloses a silver crown with the Templar Cross...

Vintage Italian Alabaster Owl Table Lighter. Whimsical sculpture owl lighter in alabaster very collectible made in Italy. Glass eyes, red and beige tone ...

Edwardian Period, sterling silver-mounted threaded crystal match striker, Chester, England, year-hallmarked for 1903. Measures 2 inches high x 2 1/2 inches diameter (at widest point)...

Rare and important Italian white marble bust sculpture of Jesus Christ, C. 1850. A truly exceptionally carved marble relief of Holy Jesus Christ. ...

Chess in pink and black marble. Made circa 1980, each piece is handmade. Two of the pink piece were restored after a shock (please see photos), nothing disturbing. Height of the p...

A Rare and Important American White Marble Sculpture of Thomas Jefferson Holding The Declaration of Independence. Circa 1870, in the Manner of Horatio Stone (1808 –1875). Inscribed on scroll: 'The Declaration of Independence, It becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them with another. etc. etc. T. Jefferson. The present work is unsigned but is reminiscent of Horatio Stone's life-size marble figure of John Hancock...

Vintage Navajo Southwestern sterling silver Turquoise cross pendant Stamped sterling Measures: 3.5 tall x 2 width x .19 thick Preown...

Mellerio Paris, A French Gold, Diamonds, Silver-Gilt, Rock-Crystal, Jade, Mother-Of-Pearl and Smoky Quartz, Carved Horse Sculpture, Jeweled Mounted Object. An extremely rare and unique, one of a kind French gold, diamonds, Silver-gilt, rock-crystal, jade, obsidian, mother-of-pearl, and smoky quartz carved jeweled sculpture "CHEVAUX DE LEGENDE", "A Legendary Horse" by Mellerio, Paris, circa 1991. Sitting on black obsidian base, the solid rock-crystal slab is finely applied with a carved smoky -quartz and jade horse with a harness mounted in 18k gold, brilliant -cut diamonds, rubies, turquoise, and amethyst chains and pendants. The top columns adorned with 18k gold and brilliant cut diamond pendants, the bottom with gold and mother of pearl plaques. The obsidian base with a plaque engraved: CHEVAUX DE LEGENDE" / N° 05 / MELLERIO DITS MELLER / PARIS / 5003 D The piece is in excellent condition and comes with a custom made wood case made for transport. It's very elegant and has French hallmarks throughout. A truly magnificent piece. Measures 10.5" high x 8.5" wide x 4" deep Founded in France in 1613 by the descendants of Italian immigrants from the Vigezzo Valley in the north of Italy, Mellerio is one of the oldest jewellery houses in Europe. The family business soon attracted the attention of the Royal Court and Marie Antoinette herself reportedly purchased a precious bracelet featuring 7 cameos surrounded by rubies in 1780. Later on, in the 19th century, Mellerio became the official supplier of the French Royal family and the Court of Netherland. Mellerio creates many jewellery items, all set with rare gems such as peridots, amethysts, aquamarines, citrines and topaz, applying for a patent, the flexible stem, a very supple and light jewellery mechanism. Mellerio remains also well known for their spectacular series of Art Nouveau jewels, created at the beginning of the 20th century, as well as for the creation of trophies rewarding some of the greatest footfall and tennis players of history. In 1993, the jewellery house launched their first watch collection. Today, Mellerio has stores in Paris, Japan and Hong Kong. July 14, 1789: this date is known throughout the world as the beginning of the French Revolution. According to a ledger belonging to House of Mellerio, this was also the day that the jeweler sold a golden key to the Comte de Coutance for 10 livres. This ledger, as well as inventories dating as far back as 1768, are the jeweler’s oldest archives. These archives have continued to grow over the years, as the House, established on rue de la Paix in Paris, still lives on today, still in the hands of the same family from Craveggia, in the North of Italy. The tumultuous history of the Mellerio family in France probably goes as far back as the Italian wars of the Renaissance, but the first official document proving their commercial activity in Paris dates back to 1613. This document is the famous royal warrant awarded by Marie de Medici to a number of Italian families established along the rue des Lombards, including the Mellerios, allowing them to sell “small jewelery items”, therefore granting them a small exception to the traditional monopoly enjoyed by Parisian jewelers. At that time, powerful corporations regulated the operations and customs of Parisian business, but thanks to this exceptional warrant, the Mellerios managed to escape the confines of this framework. Today, this wax-sealed document is kept at the city hall of Craveggia. From 1613 to the Revolution, the Mellerios lived between France and Italy. The corporations tried many times to put an end to their trade privileges, but all in vain, as a dynasty of sovereigns renewed the warrant. Always marrying and often retiring in Craveggia, the Mellerios continued to maintain their jewelry business in Paris. At first, they did this without a shop. Wearing backpacks (wooden boxes divided into small compartments where jewels were kept), they would tour town fairs around Paris and royal castles. This is how Jean-Baptiste Mellerio (1765-1850) is said to have sold a bracelet set with rubies and Antique cameos to Marie-Antoinette, which still exists today. Many elements seem to prove the veracity of this anecdote. The queen was particularly fond of cameos, which cover the entire background of her famous jewelry cabinet, and ruby was her favorite stone after diamond. The famous bracelet, reacquired a few years ago by the House of Mellerio, is indeed an 18th century jewel, set with antique cameos representing the profiles of Roman emperors. Two branches of the family were operating in Paris during this time, under the reign of Louis XVI: that of Jean-François (1746-1828), the paternal ancestor of the current Mellerios, and that of Jean-Baptiste (1765-1850). The French Revolution forced them to return to Italy. However, both Jean-Baptiste and François Mellerio (1772-1843), who was the son of Jean-François, were eventually able to return to Paris after the founding of the Consulate. Jean-Baptiste opened a shop at the Iron Crown of rue Vivienne, and François opened his at the Palais des Tuileries, rue du Coq Saint-Honoré. His well-organized order books give an idea of his high-ranking clientele during the “Old Regime”, among which were the Comte and Comtesse Octave de Segur, the Marquise (later Duchess) de Tourzel, former governess of the royal children, and her daughter, the Comtesse de Bearn, the Craufurds -who organized the flight to Varennes, the Duc and Duchess de Gramont, the Comtesse de Boigne, and Madame de Souza, Talleyrand’s mistress. We also see the names of the imperial family: Empress Josephine, the Queen of Holland, Princess Elisa, Caroline and Pauline. At that time, the House of Mellerio specialized, among other things, in the trade of antique cameos, a newly fashionable genre of jewel that captured the imagination of all the princesses and noble women of the time. The years of the Restauration and July Monarchy were among the most glorious. The Bourbons were back on the throne, and the clientele of the House of Mellerio had regained its former wealth. Mellerio supplied Louis-Philippe, Duke of Orléans, as well as his mother, wife and sister, with sumptuous jewels, including a set of emeralds made piece by piece, while the Duke of Bourbon, last prince of the House of Condé, offered diamonds to his mistress, the scheming Baronne de Feucheres, and Monsieur de LaFayette also bought cameos for one of his granddaughters. For the first time, Mellerio ventured into the world of arts in 1815, when Carlotta Grisi, a famous dancer who created Giselle, as well as an actress named Rachel, bought jewels at the Mellerio store on rue de la Paix. 1848 marked a new turning point. France once again became a Republic. François Mellerio handed the company over to his son, Jean, and the latter decided to travel to Spain to build a new clientele. He later became one of the jewelers of the royal family, and met Eugénie de Montijo, who remained a faithful client when she became empress of the French people. The Imperial years were lavish. During the Second Empire, Paris was a pageant of crinoline dresses designed by Worth, while jewels by Mellerio, Worth’s neighbour on the rue de la Paix, adorned the noble women of the Tuileries court. The Empress bought pearls. Mathilde Bonaparte...

beautiful hand forged iron cross that once stood in the centre of a Spanish village. Spain, circa 1650-1750. Weathered and small losses.

Early 20th century Industrial Electrical panel. Made of slate with heavy duty copper breakers mounted to it. This can be seen at our 400 Gilligan St location in Scranton, PA.

A rare and important Italian alabaster bust sculpture of Jesus Christ, C. 1860 A modeled bust of Holy Christ wearing a crown of thorns, excep...

Rare Taxco Mexican Modern early Silver Artisan jewelry by famed William Spratling Sterling silver slender cuff bracelet Jeweled Amethyst and brass Ma...

A very special silverring with a big and clear crystal brilliant cut stone in the middle and solid silvercrown embracing the stone. Made by Ge Kå Smycken Kaplan. Stockholm, Sweden 19...

A lovely brutalist vintage bronze necklace with a raw unpolished amethyst stone and original bronze chain by Pentti Sarpaneeva for Torun Hopea, Finland 196...

Rare early 19th century stone boss We are proud to offer one of the most unusual examples of a European hand carved stone boss. In the form of a vampire / grotesque. The paint is c...

Necklace Modernist Talleres Los Ballesteros choker collar necklace in green stone and sterling silver 1960s Mexico Taxco Inspired by William Spratling and Mayan design Measures: 1...

Early 20th century Chinese agate and jade snuff bottles from the Qing dynasty. 4 in total. Includes 2 exquisitely carved agate bottles (both 3 1/2" H...

A spectacular large Nepalese stupa, of cast and repousse gilt bronze or copper alloy, 16th/17th century, Nepal. The magnificent stupa of traditional form, featuring a stylized lotus base supporting a large dome. A square structure, called a harmika, sits upon the dome. Each side of the harmika featuring engraved Buddha Eyes, also called Wisdom Eyes. Torana rise above each of the four sides. A tall spire, known as a yasti, rises from the squareharmika. Attached to the yasti are a set of thirteen graduated discs, known as chatras, giving the spire a tapered form. The chatras represent Bhumi, or the foundations that support the path to enlightenment. The spire is topped by another stylized lotus platform with a rising square pillar topped...

18thy century Spanish carved stone relief with date and religious inscriptions.

Rare 1950's Salesman Sample of Russian Mining Stone Collection Detailed measurements of the individual pieces: - Booklet; 3.8 x 5.4 x 0.6 inches. Each of the 15 sample stones; 1 ...

Antique rustic stone chess. By unknown manufacturer from France, circa 1940. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preser...

An Art Deco sterling silver and carved jade matchbook cover by Edward Farmer NYC . The carved oval jadeite held with 14 k gold pins on a sterling base. Signed, rare, one of a kind.

Swarovski crystals make these stunning and gorgeous statement earrings perfect for that glamorous look. Vintage 1980s punch with Art Deco timeless style. Gold plated white metal (the...

Eye popping southwest Zig Zag design on native American belt buckle in bone, brass and azurite blue---spectacular! Measures: 3" L x 2" H x ...

19th century Grand Tour / Egyptian Revival carved and polished black slate obelisk, the fronts decorated with very fine incised hieroglyphic designs which have been accented with gol...

Grand tour models of Trajan's column & Cleopatra's needle, a pair Both with fine detail, and remnants of a thermometer standing 7.5" H x 3" square black marble base affixed with a bronze fence...

An unusual piece of Bertoia's jewelry with a figurative quality. This brooch was included in an exhibit, "In Nature's Embrace: The World of Harry Bertoia" at the Reading Public Museu...

A rare enamel, gold and rock crystal figure of Emperor Maximilian I by Reinhold Vasters, Aachen, In the Renaissance style, circa 1870. The g...

Silver jewelry with round brilliant cut rock crystal. Salovaara, Åbo 1973. Neckline of sterling silver. Norway. Kultaseppä Salovaara was founded ...

Bertoia stopped producing jewelry in the late 1940s except for rare occasions when he would barter a piece in exchange for materials from his metal supplier. This piece has remained ...

About Dale Rogers Since 1986 Dale has been sourcing the most unique fossils and minerals from around the world and through his company has been supplying leading interior designers ...