Mixed Metal Jewelry

Vintage Nina Ricci Gold Rhinestone and Blue Eyes Leopard Bracelet Circa 1980s. This beautiful Gold clamper bracelet has a leopard head with rhinestones and Blue Crystal eyes. Makes ...

Maison Gripoix Vintage Red and Green Flower Dangling Earrings Set in Gold Tone. These are some of the most stunning earrings in my collection. The colors, of course, and the way they are made. They are just exceptional. They will always be relevant. They are well-made and make a statement. They are just classy and chic. Clip On. Always In Style. Clip on. I also have them in blue. Acquired in Paris. Guy de Maupassant wrote a famous story about a necklace. The story is about a young, pretty, intelligent, well-educated, but poorly endowed bride who has to marry a petty official; thus, suffering from the limitations of living a life with a husband who lacks any exquisite qualities. One day, to entertain his dejected spouse, her husband receives an invitation to a ball and gives his wife the 400 francs he had saved for a hunting rifle so that she can order an appropriate dress. However, when the dress is ready, it becomes clear that it is lacking jewelry, and it would be impossible to attend the ball while looking so poor. The protagonist approaches her wealthy childhood friend, with whom she was raised at the monastery, and borrows a diamond necklace from her. The ball is a great success, and she is the centre of attention. However, when the woman returns home, she discovers that she has lost the necklace. To conceal her faux pas from her friend, she buys a new necklace identical to the one she lost. To pay it off, the woman becomes mired in massive debt, which, over the years, gradually drags her down the social ladder from the bourgeoisie to poverty. Ten years later, having lost her good looks, the woman encounters her friend on the Champs-Élysées, who still looks young, beautiful, and rich. The protagonist reveals to her friend the entire story about the necklace, but her friend replies in amazement that the diamonds were fake and would “cost 500 francs at most.” Maison Gripoix starts with a dramatic story. In 1869 (or a year earlier, according to other sources), Paris master glassmaker Augustina Gripoix began creating replicas of pearls and crystals, casting glass into various shapes and colors and setting them in the most sophisticated settings. She used the pâte de verre (glass paste) technique, whereby a traditional ceramic or gypsum form was filled with a multi-colour piece of glass and special gluing substances and then baked in a furnace, resulting in objects featuring fantastical hues. Only Augustina made her crystals by pouring the melted glass paste into the press moulds, skipping the furnace step, allowing her to achieve the purity of colour, transparency, and shine. She found a simple method to create beautiful jewelry, and thus, Marquises, Duchesses, and Princesses queued up. Madame Gripoix would then create replicas of their jewelry in case of robbery, loss, or for unusual pieces to be used in their new wraps, neckpieces, or boas. The so-called ‘costume jewelry’ emerged to a large extent thanks to the work of Maison Gripoix. Augustina Gripoix earned her fame in the 1890s when she began creating necklaces for Sarah Bernhardt to wear on stage and later designed costume jewelry for the first high-fashion house, founded by Charles Frederick Worth. Later, Paul Poiret, the leading couturier of 1910, contacted her, and she created sophisticated Oriental-style jewelry for him to match his famous Oriental costumes, based on the aesthetic of Diaghilev’s initial Russian seasons. The value of costume jewelry was now being recognized in its own right and not just for imitation purposes. The taste of emancipated young girls, who were gaining more and more freedom and opportunities, was best met with bijouterie. So in the 1920s, when Augustina’s daughter Susan became the head of the House, Gripoix prospects became even more exciting. Girls with short-cropped hair in short dresses zoomed by in open-top cars wearing bijou rather than diamonds. Everyone ordered bijouterie from Madam Gripoix during this period, from Jeanne Lanvin to Jean Piguet; however, the best relationship Gripoix had was with Gabrielle Chanel. It is well-known that Chanel, a fan of large jewelry with large stones, made bijouterie super fashionable. Chanel brought copies of Byzantine jewelry to Susanne Gripoix. She asked her to create the pieces in that same style, requesting, “Let everyone think that this jewelry is not new, but found somewhere on an excavation site nearby Rue Camborne.” She was so satisfied with the result of her order that she remained a faithful client of Gripoix for several decades. This was how the famous Byzantine style of Chanel jewelry was brought to life, featuring golden Maltese crosses with large multicolor stones and matching bracelets, cabochons, and massive brooches, all of which have become a part of the Gripoix . Chanel liked to combine both natural and imitation stones in a single item; for example, she would pair natural and imitation pearls in a single necklace. Gripoix made them in such a way that it was impossible to distinguish between them. Susanne Gripoix created exceptional, irregularly shaped pearls from glass for Chanel, imitating the baroque pearls. They were enameled in her workshops with mother-of-pearl to obtain some of the soft shine characteristic of natural pearls .. As the leading supplier to the couturier houses in Paris, Gripoix collaborated with many renowned designers, including Cristóbal Balenciaga, Pierre Balmain, and Christian Dior, as well as Yves Saint Laurent and, later, Christian Lacroix and Marc Jacobs. However, it was the cooperation with Chanel that was the most significant, both for Chanel and for Gripoix. Today, Gripoix is no longer a family-owned company, but the House continues to craft jewelry, although the style has undergone considerable changes over the last few years. The jewelry has become more straightforward, more graphical, and even minimalistic. In 2011, however, Gripoix and Catherine Baba...

Three-Strand Coral Agate Necklace This beautifully crafted three-strand necklace features a vibrant array of coral agate beads, designed to add elegance to any outfit. Key Feature...

The eight diamond cluster earrings have a total of sixteen diamonds all set in 14 karat solid gold. There is a 14 karat white gold center and a 14 karat yellow gold textured edge wit...

Vintage Gold Tone Diamante Red Buckle Bracelet Circa 1940s. This stunning bracelet has a raised center in the shape of a buckle. The clasp has diamantes on either side. This has the ...

This gorgeous diamond band exemplifies how the 14 karat white gold and yellow gold can be paired together to make a lovely design. This stand alone ring is so comfortable to wear as ...

This gorgeous Vintage Christian Dior Cuff bracelet is fully covered in green, black, and gold enamel, with see-through cloisonné designs featuring bamboo leaves on a black backgroun...

Gender: Ladies Metal Type: White Gold, Palladium, Silver Ring Size: 6 Width: 9.30 mm tapering to 1.90 mm Total weight: 5.12grams One ladies handmade filigreed, textured, palladi...

Vintage Boucher Baguette and Round Choker Circa 1960s.This is a necklace that was thought out exceptionally well and looks excellent in its detail. They no longer genuinely make them...

These clever mixed metal earrings look great for any occasion! The were made in Italy out of a combination of 14 karat yellow gold, white gold, and rose gold herringbone chain. The e...

Vintage Ciner Gold Link Choker Necklace. Long Links with a Pattern Swirled through the Middle of the Link. This is a classic necklace that everyone...

Vintage Fendi Gold Tone and Blue Cabochon Toggle Necklace. A substantial Necklace from the 1980s features oval discs of gold with blue cabochons, which are shiny, and a sphere with a wheat pattern...

Sybarite Jewellery is a London-based luxury brand crafting outstanding pieces, incomparable both in design and in execution. Spearheaded by founder Margarita Prykhodko, a former arch...

Mix 'n Mingle Chain Bracelet hand-fabricated by jewelry maker Petra Class featuring a spectacular assortment of the artist's signature 18k yellow gold and 22k yellow gold links intri...

Antique Stunner! Georgian Gold & Silver Diamond Brooch Brooch measures 2 1/4 ” wide x 2 ” height. The brooch has One Hundred Thirty-One -131 Old Mine, Rose Cuts and Old European Diamonds weighing from 0.02 carat to 0.65 carat. Total diamond weight is approx. 3.00 + Carats. There is One pin on the back, a “C’ clasp with frame safety to keep it in . No maker’s stamps on brooch. Age: Georgian Period. The Georgian era is a period in British history from 1714 to c. 1830-37, named after the Hanoverian kings George I, George II, George III and George IV. Very good condition. Brooch weighs 20.25 grams. Arrives in an antique pin box...

Diamonds by the yard necklace has 8 diamond stations that are set in 14 karat white gold bezels and connected with 14 karat yellow gold cable chain. The necklace is great by itself, ...

This rare CHRISTIAN LACROIX vintage silver plated brooch is from the Christmas collection of 2007. In the back, you can see the embossed inscription "Noel 2007" with the signature CL...

Vintage Vendome Slinky Dangling Hoop Earrings. These have the most divine look. Clip on. These look fabulous on, and it's hard to put into words. ...

If luck has been less than a lady lately, perhaps it's time for a little encouragement. With 16 massive green crystals this brooch has enough dazzle to get Lady Luck...

Vintage EP Matte Gold Hammered Hoops Circa 1980s. The hoops are front-facing and dangle from the round piece, so they are always moving forward. These h...

Exquisite 25-Inch Graduated Emerald Matrix Necklace Elevate your jewelry collection with this stunning 25-inch graduated emerald matrix necklace, a perf...

Vintage Christian Lacroix Enamel and Faux Pearl Cross. Gold Tone with Pink under the Gold. Pearl sits in the middle. It could be worn on a Link Neckl...

Sybarite Jewellery is a London-based luxury brand crafting outstanding pieces, incomparable both in design and in execution. Spearheaded by founder Margarita Prykhodko, a former arch...

Vintage Christian Dior Gold Tone Faux Pearl Earrings Circa 1980s. These are always great to have in your arsenal. They can be dressed up or down. They are classic faux pearls surro...

The white gold and yellow gold mixed metal look is gorgeous with the hammered finish. They have an oval shape that looks perfect on anyone’s earlobe. They sparkle from across the room and they are perfect to wear everyday! The details for these gorgeous earrings are listed below: 1 Set Metal Quality: 14K Yellow / White Gold Earring Type: Hoop Earring Length: 25 mm...

Vintage Vendome Large Slinky Dangling Hoop Earrings. These have the most divine look. Clip on. These look absolutely fabulous on, and it's hard to put into words how much I love them. It is as if they come alive. They are deep, so when you wear them, they appear substantial. They are comfortable to wear. That slinky look is so divine. I have seen and owned the medium-sized ones before, as they are part of my personal collection, but I had never encountered the larger ones until now. They are the only pair I...

Vintage Gold Tone Flexible XO Bracelet Cuff Circa 1980s. This is a very classic bracelet, but with a twist. In the 1980s, the XO was all the rage. I love a...

Vintage Channel Set Square Choker, Circa 1960s. This appears to be a very expensive classic necklace. It is a channel set, and wow, it delivers! It is ...

A gorgeous ring from the Edwardian (ca1910) era! Crafted in 21kt yellow gold and topped in sterling silver, this ring adorns 38 Rose Cut diamonds tot...

Vintage Silver Tone Diamante Hoop Earrings, Circa 1980s. These earrings are so fine-looking. They don't photograph well at all. They are pave and with dimension, as there are cutouts...

Vintage Heidi Daus Gold Tone With Red Crystals Dangling Hoop Earrings Circa 1990. These classic-with-an-edge hoops just do the trick. They will always be in style, featuring an unde...

Vintage Vo Gold Tone Matte Cuff, Circa 1980s. A cuff like this never goes out of style. There is a hinge to open on one side for easier on/off access. The bottom side features a de...

A stunning pair of earrings from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 18kt yellow gold and topped in sterling silver, these incredible earrings begin with an ornate surmount. Five...

One-of-a-Kind Empress Ring hand-fabricated by award-winning jewelry designer Pamela Froman in her signature "crushed" 18k yellow gold and 18k white gold featuring a spectacular 17.73...

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent YSL Haute Couture Gold Pearl Dangling Earrings. These were created for the Defile, also known as the runway. ...

Vintage Art Deco Diamante with Faux Pearl Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s. The earrings feature round, marquise, and baguette diamonds with a...

Vintage Art Deco Rhinestone Double Row Bracelet Circa 1960s. The elegant bracelet is crafted from a well-made, double-row construction of s...

Vintage Gold Tone Choker, Circa 1990s. This simple piece adds the finishing touch that elevates your outfit to the next level. It is very minimalistic, but don't let that fool you. T...

Vintage Green Enamel and Gold with Diamante Bracelet Circa 1980s. This is a beautifully crafted bracelet, with the inside just as gorgeous as the outside. It appears to have green e...

20-Inch Amazonite Necklace with Silver Daisy Accents and Twisted Rope Toggle Clasp Add a touch of elegance to your wardrobe with this 20-inch necklace featuring glowing reconstituted Amazonite gemstones in a warm green with subtle hints of blue. The vibrant stones are beautifully complemented by delicate daisy-shaped silver-tone accents, creating a perfect balance of color and texture. Secured with a sturdy twisted rope double-loop silver-plated toggle clasp, this necklace is as functional as it is stylish. Ideal for enhancing your winter outfits or adding a pop of color year-round, this versatile piece is a must-have accessory. Keywords: amazonite necklace, green amazonite jewelry...

Vintage Calvaire Gold and Diamante Blue Enamel Flower Brooch Circa 1930s. This is a brooch featuring gathered flowers with a bow that has a few diamantes at the end. The beauty lies in the intricate detail of the blue enamel, featuring ivory in the center and a round crystal at the heart of each flower. The back is all gold tone. The brooch is in excellent condition, considering it is 90 years old. This is such a gorgeous piece of jewelry. Looks like a Queen Elizabeth brooch.

This Edwardian, two tone ruby and diamond bracelet is an exquisite piece of jewellery that exudes timeless elegance and sophistication. This bracelet pays homage to a period known fo...

Vintage Givenchy Gold Collar Necklace with Wheat Pattern interspersed in three rows. Textured. There are Hoops on my site that Match. Wheat is the symbol of abundance. This necklac...

Vintage Diamante with Blue Shiny Cabochon Dangling Pendant Necklace Circa 1960s. This gorgeous piece features different cuts of stones, including pavé and pear, and is accented with ...

Vintage Maison Goossens Yves Saint Laurent YSL Gold Dangling Resin Earrings. Misshapen Pieces Form these Very Classy and Chic Earrings That are ...

Vintage Ledo Gold Tone with Diamante Leaf Brooch Circa 1960s. The leaf is front-facing, etched, and set high with pavé diamante at the bottom. A bracelet from Ledo, part of the sa...

Maison Gripoix Vintage Faux Turquoise and White Layered Dangling Earrings. There are three layers to this, all wrapped in an offset gold tone and then a long, dangling piece. These are so stunning and look good with many colors. Clip On. These are proper statement earrings in that they are so well-made. These can also be worn in the winter against dark colors. Guy de Maupassant wrote a famous story about a necklace. The story is about a young, attractive, intelligent, well-educated, but under-endowed bride who must marry a petty official and thus suffers from the limitations of living with a husband who lacks refined qualities. One day, to entertain his dejected spouse, her husband receives an invitation to a ball and gives his wife the 400 francs he had saved for a hunting rifle so that she can order an appropriate dress. However, when the dress is ready, it becomes clear that it is lacking jewelry, and it would be impossible to attend the ball while looking so poor. The protagonist approaches her wealthy childhood friend, with whom she was raised at the monastery, and borrows a diamond necklace from her. The ball is a great success; she is the center of attention. However, when the woman returns home, she discovers she has lost the necklace. To conceal her faux pas from her friend, she buys a new necklace identical to the one she lost. To pay it off, the woman gets into a huge debt, which, over the years, gradually drags her down the social ladder from the bourgeoisie to poverty. Ten years later, having lost her good looks, the woman encounters her friend on the Champs Elysees, who still looks young, beautiful, and rich. The protagonist reveals the entire story about the necklace to her friend, but her friend replies in amazement that the diamonds are fake and would “cost 500 francs at most.” Maison Gripoix starts with a dramatic story. According to other sources, in 1869 (or a year earlier), Paris master glass-maker Augustina Gripoix began making replicas of pearls and crystals, casting glass into different shapes and colors and inserting them into the most sophisticated settings. She used the pâte de verre (glass paste) technique, whereby a traditional ceramic or gypsum form was filled with a multi-color piece of glass and special gluing substances and then baked in a furnace, resulting in objects featuring fantastical hues. Only Augustina made her crystals by pouring the melted glass paste into the press molds, skipping the furnace step, allowing her to achieve purity of color, transparency, and shine. She found a simple method to make beautiful jewelry, and thus Marquises, Duchesses, and Princesses qued up ... so Madame Gripoix would make them replicas of their jewelry in case of robbery or loss, or some unusual jewelry pieces for their new wraps, neckpieces, or boas. The so-called ‘costume jewelry’ emerged to a large extent thanks to the work of Maison Gripoix. Augustina Gripoix earned her fame in the 1890s when she began creating necklaces for Sarah Bernhardt to wear on stage and later designed costume jewelry for Charles Frederick Worth's first high-fashion house. Later, Paul Poiret, the leading couturier of the 1910s, contacted her, and she created sophisticated, Oriental-style jewelry to match his famous Oriental costumes, based on the aesthetic of Diaghilev’s initial Russian seasons. The value of costume jewelry was now being recognized in its own right and not just for imitation purposes. The taste of emancipated young girls, who were gaining more and more freedom and opportunities, was best met with bijouterie. So in 1920, when Augustina’s daughter Susan became the head of the House, Gripoix's prospects became even more exciting—girls with short-cropped hair in short dresses zoomed by in open-top cars wearing bijou rather than diamonds. Everyone ordered bijouterie from Madam Gripoix during this period, from Jeanne Lanvin to Jean Piguet...

Vintage Gold Book Chain with Dangling Enamel Piece, Circa 1940s. Square links in brass make up the book chain, and then from that hangs a green enamel ...

Vintage Christian Lacroix Dangling Gold Tone Pearl Brooch with Pearl, Crystal, Cabochon, and Small Crystals in Gilded Cage Heart with Dangling Pear-Shaped Faux Pearl. This is espec...

Inspired by the grandeur of antiquity, the Symbolica collection is enriched with meaning. The hand-carved gallery which is placed underneath carnelian center creates an illusion of a...

Vintage Jean Louis Scherrer Two-Ball Choker Necklace, Circa 1980s. This chic necklace features a Rigid Choker with two round balls and an opening. The balls are gold with a Byzantine...

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent YSL Gold Tone Red Discs Dangling Choker. Created for the defile. 12-16.5" around the Neck. The Drop Pieces are approximat...

Vintage Givenchy Heavy Gold Tone Link Necklace. A heavy and substantial necklace. A bracelet is available on-site to match. This represents the 1980s at their best. A classic necklace that will always be in style. Layer this with the newer, thinner stackable necklaces...

Vintage Monet Long Link Necklace Dangling Heart Circa 1990s. This looks like nothing until you put it on, and it comes alive. It's one that just adds to anything plain and makes th...

Vintage Antique Gold Dangling Columns Circa 1940s. This is a very unusual-shaped bracelet. The color is a darker antique gold. The bracelet section is a braided chain. The dangles...

Vintage Rolled Gold With Cabochons Necklace Circa 1960s. Again, this is one of the most gorgeous necklaces I have in the collection. The work on this 60-year-old necklace is stunning...

Collectible Ferragamo Diamante Link Belt Circa 2000s. This is like a piece of jewelry. Crystals are all over the links. 32" L x 0.33" W. Most people want them slouchy. I have two of...

Vintage Yves Saint Lauren YSL Gold Tone Couture with Large Crystals Circa 1980s. Vintage French Gold Tone with Large Crystals. These are spectacular. Clip On. The Couture pieces...

Vintage Versace Gold Tone Dangling Pieces Hoop Earring Circa 2000s. These fabulous earrings feature a small hoop with a long, dangling V. A vine w...

Vintage Gold Tone with Faux Pearls Choker Necklace Circa 1960s. Can be worn alone or paired with small necklaces or other accessories. An actual layering piece! 16"-20" L These pi...