Round Cut Necklaces

This vest chain is an extraordinary example of goldwork from this period. The utmost care went into the tiniest details on everything from the dragon's feet holding the amethyst to the face of St. George. It is no wonder such care was taken with this piece as the maker, Wilhelm Haarstruck, was the court jeweler of the Hapsburg royal family. He also displayed his craft at the 1873 Vienna World's Fair. While traditionally this piece would've been worn with a pocket watch in a gentleman's vest pocket, it makes a gorgeous statement pendant necklace. Maker: Wilhelm Haarstrick Era: 1870s Materials: 14K Yellow Gold. This piece appears much higher karat because a chemical process called blooming was used to bring the pure gold to the surface. This process was only used for a brief period of time because it was extremely toxic and only master jewelers attempted it (and survived). Gemstones: 30-carat oval center amethyst; two (2) 5-carat square-cut amethysts Measurements: 5.5" total length; St. George and dragon...

A unique Extravagant Pendant from Sevan Bıçakçı creations Gold plated Silver : 35.892 TDW :1.54 Ct

A Georgian 18 karat gold chain amethyst set clasp, circa 1790. A beautiful example of this elegant and wearable Georgian gold work. Comprised of circular links each with the fine b...

What is being said in the geometric language we see so precisely inscribed into the surface of this jade bi disc? Look closely and you will see the enduring tool marks: shaggy grooves made by a stick of bamboo that had been first dipped...

A superb Georgian period mourning pendant. Solid gold example. The front holds a locket containing hair to centre with full border of pearls and outer border of garnets. The reverse ...

A Georgian 18 karat gold chain amethyst set clasp, circa 1790. A beautiful example of this elegant and wearable Georgian gold work. Comprised of circular links each with the fine b...

Georgian 18k Yellow Gold, Carnelian Amethyst and Persian Turquoise Maltese Cross Pendant C.1820 Additional Information: Period: Georgian Year: 1790-1820 Material: 18k Cannetille Yel...

Georgian 18k Yellow Gold Cannetille Carved Shell Cameo and Persian Turquoise Birth of Cupid Rivière c.1800 With wars raging across Europe throughout the early years of the 19th century, austerity was the order of the day. Jewelry was comprised of thinly pressed precious metals, and gemstones were either substantially smaller or replaced entirely by something of sentimental value (such as lockets that held a strand of hair) or meticulously crafted cameos. This magnificent necklace from the first 20 years of the 1800s is a masterful example of the innovation born out of the necessities of the time. Each plate is comprised of tiny 18-karat yellow wires meticulously wrapped into an intricately ornate design through a method known as Cannetille, with tiny drops of Persian turquoise adding an accent of color. The center of each plate tells the story of the birth of Cupid through a series of immaculate cameos carved from a single shell. The clasp plate appropriately features a cameo of a pair of hands clasped in friendship, reminiscent of a fede gimmel ring. A shining symbol of love from one of Europe’s most trying periods, this necklace is a gorgeous piece of wearable history. Additional Information: Period: Late 18th. Century Year: c.1800 Material: 18k Yellow Gold Cannetille and Carved Shell Cameo and Persian Turquoise Riviere...