Empire Necklaces

This antique pendant was created in 1800 ca. In typical Empire taste the pendant is suspended on four gold chains from a large gold ring. A stone carving in two layers of a classical...

Bronze Dragon Head Hairpin This exquisite bronze dragon head hairpin is a stunning piece of ancient Chinese craftsmanship, representing the rich cultural heritage and artistic of Ch...

This necklace was created in 1800 ca. It is made out of 18 karat yellow and red gold. Three oval cameos show portrait busts in profile, the largest one in the center is of a woman, p...

Necklace in 18K matt yellow gold necklace, eagle head hallmark. Consisting of golden vine leaves and bunches of grapes hinged together, the centrepiece of this unusual necklace is a malachite cameo...

This stunning 10.01-carat heart-shaped diamond pendant is a masterpiece of love and elegance, crafted for those who cherish timeless sophistication. The centerpiece is a GIA-certifie...

This wonderful antique long guard chain is made from extremely fine iron split rings. It came to me accompanied by an Art Nouveau style sterling sil...

Stunning Kunzite Necklace composed of 3 pear shape Beautiful lilac-pink 20ct kunzites. Kunzite is the best-known variety of the mineral spodumene. It’s...

This 14K White Gold Necklace, features a stunning combination of carved 'A' grade jade and white diamonds. The centerpiece of this necklace is intricately carved jadeite jade, compl...

Sapphire Bead necklace 50ct total weight 3.5mm average each. 14 inches long 14kt white gold. 10.7 grams

Micromosaic demi-parure set composed of a gold necklace and earrings. The double-stranded necklace features seven oval medallions, with two smaller ovals on the drop-shaped pendant earrings. The micromosaics are set in blue glass in the medallions, and each micromosaic depicts a monument from ancient Rome. Micromosaic parure...

This extraordinary Zhou Dynasty hair pin, delicately carved from bone, is a captivating artifact that reflects the sophistication and artistry of ancient China. Adorned with a bird motif, this hair pin offers a glimpse into the symbolic significance birds held during the Zhou period, representing freedom, elegance, and spiritual connection to the heavens. The bird design is intricately detailed, with gracefully elongated wings and flowing lines that convey movement and life. Hand-carved from bone, the material gives the pin an organic, earthy texture that enhances its antiquity and authenticity. Hairpins like this one were often used not just as functional tools but as symbols of status and beauty among the elite. The Zhou Dynasty (1046–256 BCE) was known for its refined craftsmanship and spiritual symbolism, and this pin is an exquisite representation of that era's cultural depth. Ideal for collectors of ancient artifacts or anyone with an appreciation for Chinese history, this piece embodies both elegance and timeless beauty. Material: Bone Era: Zhou Dynasty (1046–256 BCE) Design: Bird motif, symbolizing elegance and spiritual freedom Style: Traditional ancient Chinese hair pin...

These seven wonderful, particularily large early 19th century oval lava cameos, measuring from 3,5cm x2,6cm to 2,2cm x 3 cm, are mounted in gilt metal. They have been assembled to m...

18ct Gold Antique European Religious Pendant Stamps to the top of the pendant right is slightly worn but left has the letters N B Visible. European...

This unusual long silver chain was handcrafted in 1810-1815 ca. Two different types of ornamental links alternate to make up this Empire sautoir, the French word for a long silver c...

A Three-stranded gold necklace features nine oval micromosaics set in ovals of red purpuring glass and connected with three-festoon gold chains. each micromosaic depicts a monument from ancient Rome. the micromosaics show the Temple of Vesta and the waterfall of Tivoli, the Ponte Salerio, the tomb of Cecilia Metella, the arch of Septimius Severus. Micromosaic parure...

A gold necklace and micromosaic. The necklace is composed of seven micromosaic medallions set in dark blue glass. Two gold strands support the micromosaics between them. The subjects...

Creation Maison Baume - Unique piece. Necklace in 18 karat yellow gold. This sublime necklace is made of 3 lava- stone cameos representing the profile of helmeted women with in the center the same motif more important. The chain is a fancy openwork mesh. The three cameos...

Baume creation - unique piece. Necklace in 18 carat yellow gold. This splendid and original yellow gold necklace is composed of a double belcher chain interspersed by golden beads. This gold beaded chain holds a coral cameo with a smirking Bacchus figure with a suspended south sea pearl. It has a hook clasp. Cameo: Width at widest: 2.5 cm, height at the top: 3.2 cm, thickness in the thick: 1.5 cm. Pead diameter: 1,33 cm. Total length of the necklace: 45.1 cm, width of the chain to the wider: 3.5 mm. Total weight : about 21.2 g. Modern necklace in the spirit of Empire jewelry...

Micromosaic demi-parure set composed of a gold necklace and earrings. The necklace is composed of eight micromosaic medallions set in dark red glass. Two go...