Gold Objets d'Art and Vertu

Revel in the vintage glamour of this 18K Yellow Gold Two-Tone Art Deco Purse, embellished with 0.27 carats of natural diamonds and accented with exquisite French cut rubies. Weighing...

The Tiffany & Co. Makers Retro Era 14k Yellow Gold Male Gender Sign Bookmark is a unique and whimsical accessory that blends functionality with classic design. Tiffany & Co. is known...

A fine Edwardian pill box or compact. By Tiffany & Co. In 14k yellow gold. With engine-turned decoration throughout and a block letter monogram to the front. Fixed with a bail to...

This is a money clip designed by Piaget in 1990’s. The piece is crafted in 18K white gold and is textured. It is a stylish accessory. Would be a remarkable gift for anyone. Signed ...

A fine Art Deco pill box. By Tiffany & Co. In 18k gold with a cobalt blue enamel monogram to the center. Fully hallmarked to the bases for Tiffany & Co. and marked with an M for the directorship of John C. Moore II (1907 - 1947). Simply a wonderful Tiffany pill box...

Cartier Gold Plate Lighter Paris 199771, oval section with "diamond" dot decoration It has an adjustable top lid that houses the Swiss-made mechanism. It is marked on its both wit...

Brand: Tiffany & Co Metal Type: Platinum & 14K Yellow Gold Length: 3.00 inches Width: 1.50 inches in width by 20.50 mm in depth Weight: 89.84 grams 14K yellow gold and platinum Victorian (1837-1901), diamond CIGARETTE CASE...

Vintage Gold Plated Ligne 1 BR ST Dupont Lighter Chinese Laque de Chine 1980s In Box The iconic S.T. Dupont name is known for quality, well-made cigarette lighters and other luxury implements. The company’s origin can be traced to Simon Tissot-Dupont opening his workshop shop in Paris in 1872 after his previous one burned down. The production of lighters started in 1941 with their first petrol lighter. Over time, S.T. Dupont became famous for manufacturing the world's most complicated and sophisticated luxury lighters. Even to this day, the iconic name carries its legacy. This Ligne 1 S.T. Dupont lighter features 24k gold plating with a stunning fire-red Laque de Chine. Made approximately in the 1980s. It has almost perfect edges and no wear from all those years in storage. No engraving, complete with box and all papers. This lighter has been through a full in-house service, so no leaks and lights every time! With an adjustment wheel to adjust the flame height whenever you want. All in all a beautiful lighter, ready to be a daily carry for many years to come and a must for every collector or enthusiast! Will be sent insured and with tracking code. THE LIGHTERHOUSE...

This imaginative vintage 14k gold money clip put's one immediately in mind of " Diamond Jim Brady"! it is large, measuring over 2 inches by 1 1/2 ...

A charming set of three turtles set in 22k yellow gold. The family of turtles consist of large, medium and small turtles. The large turtle measures 7.9mm in...

Absolutely Stunning 14K Yellow Gold and Diamond Clutch Purse! The purse measures 6.5 inches by 4 inches and weighs 483 grams! There are 80 Diamonds estima...

A very fine 14k gold cigar cutter. By Tiffany & Co. A so-called Guillotine or straight-cut cutter. With an engraved monogram. The opening for the cigar is approx. 11.5 mm (or ju...

14 Karat Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel Pocket Knife- This elegant pocket knife features two stainless steel blades house in beautifully detailed 14K yellow gold. Polished bar on case for monogram. Size: 66 mm x 11 mm Weight: 10.8 dwt. / 16.9 gr. Stamped: 14K Hallmark: I XL George Wostenholm...

Unique. One of a Kind Collection Piece. Jeweled Lizard Cuff Bracelet in Silver and Gold on Wood. This one of a kind Cuff Bracelet and Curio Showpiece will be the talk and attention of any gathering. Crafted by hand utilizing a Delicate curve of Natural Wood, the bracelet is constructed in Solid Sterling Silver with Black Rhodium and High Karat Gold Vermeil. Adorning the Detailed Lizard is a total of an estimated 6+ Carats of Brilliant Cut, Intense Green Tsavorite Garnets and Red Rubies. The Rubies are set as the two eyes of the Lizard and measure 2.5mm each. The Brilliant cut Tsavorite Gems...

Gold diamond, ruby, and sapphire mesh purse Round-cut rubies of approximately 1.5 carats, round-cut diamonds of approximately 0.30 carat, 18 karat...

Le must de Cartier logo gold lighter Very rare Cartier Lighter Gold plated 18k Gold Comes with original Cartier case In mint exterior a...

18K Rose Gold Vermeil & 925 Solid Sterling Silver Genuine Vintage Coin Eagle Carved from Coin Great Value

Notebook watermark stamped lily. yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). together with its pen. consisting of 2 sheets-fasteners. and a closure on the waf...

There is something quite magical about antique gold propelling pencils, perhaps for me it is the fact that the Victorian's managed to turn such a sim...

This is an 18kt gold flat mesh petite coin purse. It is made of multiples interwoven tiny rings. It closes and opens easily with a kiss-lock clasp. It is a s...

An interior jewellery art object, Rowan berry, handmade by MOISEIKIN🄬 was created as a gift to preserve harmony, happiness in the family and a cordial relationship with each other. ...

Gold floral compositions with precious or semi-precious stones or enamel became popular at the turn of the 20th century in Europe and Russia. Especially Imperial families and nobilities collected or gifted to important people. This floral miniature consisted of various rich flower stone carvings adorned with gold filigrees and over 9ct white and black diamonds is fascinating. Poppy flowers made of chalcedony and black diamonds adjoin a quartz lily and lively golden chrysanthemum decorated with diamonds. The gold stamens are adorned with diamonds and sapphires. Fresh-looking leaves are also hand-carved from Siberian nephrite to balance this rich floral composition. One of the poppies is detachable to be transformed into an outstanding brooch. A deep nephrite vase harmoniously continues the floral theme: inspired by the image of an ancient wine cup, it is shaped to be reminiscent of a flower bud. The artistic floral pattern on the base is silver and embedded with diamonds. This intricate artistic floral object symbolising tenderness, love, and wealth, shall bring joy to the home and be a precious family treasure for future generations. "Floral Fancy" Gold 18 K / SV925, Weight 613.18 g, Size: 105*103*246mm 1 184 Diamond 7,323 ct 72 Black Diamond 2,16 ct 1 Garnet 0,065 ct 1 Smoky Quartz 1,5 ct 1 Pearl 0,24 g 3 Carving quartz 20,8 g 1 Nephrite 342,6 g 11 Carving nephrite 48,51 g 4 Sapphire 1,08 ct 4 Chalcedony 38,52 g *This objet d'art was made in 2008 but not owned by anyone before. This object has been exhibited at a number of exhibitions such as Russian, Eastern & Oriental Fine Art...

A Fine and Exquisite Mughal Gem Set Rock Crystal and Gold Box, India, 18th Century. Finley set in 22k gold, mounted with rubies and pearls. The body carved...

Mellerio Paris, A French Gold, Diamonds, Silver-Gilt, Rock Crystal, Enamel, Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Agate, Emerald, and Obsidian Polo Player, Carved Horse Sculpture, Jeweled Mounted Object. An extremely rare and unique, one of a kind French Carved Horse Sculpture, Jeweled Mounted Object sculpture "CHEVAUX DE LEGENDE", "A Legendary Horse" by Mellerio, Paris, circa 1999. Sitting on black obsidian base, the solid rock-crystal slab is finely applied with a carved obdisian hardstone horse and polo player, mounted in 18k gold, brilliant -cut diamonds, emaralds, enamel, lapis lazuli, and agate, .The obsidian base with a plaque engraved: CHEVAUX DE LEGENDE" / MELLERIO DITS MELLER PARIS / 5003 DIV 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 12" high x 8" 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...

An Exquisite and Large Indian 22K Gold, Enamel, and Diamond Snuff Box, Jaipur A very fine quality 22k gold box set with 40 diamonds, painted with the fine...

The Lilies of the valley Easter egg miniature by MOISEIKIN is a new level of jewellery architecture created to commemorate the house's 30th anniversary. It allows you to see the beau...

Great three-dimensional horse head money clip. Set within a large horse shoe. The eye is set with a brilliant faceted ruby. Very heavy gauge 14K yellow gold. 1 2/3" x 2." Excepti...

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...

A very heavy gauge money clip. Classic rope twist pattern. 14K yellow gold. 1" x 2." Handsome and luxurious. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest ant...

Gold belt buckle. Made, signed and numbered by TIFFANY & CO. Extra heavy gauge 14K yellow gold. 1 5/8" x 1 1/2." A classic, no longer made by Tiffany. Alice Kwartler has sold ...

Solid gauge 14K yellow gold belt buckle. Made and signed by TIFFANY & CO. 1 1/2"x 1 1/2." Handsome geometric textured design. A classic, no longer...

Vintage yellow gold pin, with a unique twisted handle and auspiciously lucky horseshoe design. The horseshoe, made out of 9-carat yellow gold hallmarked Chester 1918, maker mark "W.C...

Please check out the HD video! Here is a nice carved Ruby and diamond brooch circa 1940. The brooch is set in 18k yellow gold and old cut diamonds. There are 21 Burma carved rubies i...

Exquisite 18 karat yellow gold evening purse. This gorgeous and unique bag is composed of delicate woven 18 karat yellow gold arranged in a subtle d...

Mellerio Paris, A French Gold, Diamond, Silver-Gilt, Rock-Crystal, Obsidian & Lapis Horse An extremely rare and unique, one of a kind French gold, diamonds, Silver-gilt rock-crystal, obsidian and lapis lazuli jeweled sculpture "Bucéphale, Chevaux de légende", "Bucephalus, A Legendary Horse" by Mellerio, Paris, circa 1998. Sitting on black obsidian base, the solid rock crystal slab is finely applied with a lapis lazuli half-horse with harness mounted in 18k gold and brilliant cut diamonds, between two crystal and lapis lazuli columns adorned with gold and diamonds, insert with 7 ruby cabochons and 1 emerald cabochon, the obsidian base with a plaque engraved: CHEVAUX DE LEGENDE / MELLERIO DITS MELLER / PARIS / 5029 DIV Bucephalus (c355-326 BC) is among the most famous horses in history, and it was said that this he could not be tamed. The young Alexander the Great, of course, tamed him – and went on to ride his beloved equine companion for many years and into many battles. 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" high x 9" 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 large crystal figural "strawberry" with internal bubbles. Made and signed by STEUBEN. 18K yellow gold multi-leaf stem and loop. Lovely to look...

With a delicate flourish, this orchid brooch fades from translucent magenta to olive on the delicate, velvety petals. The lines are so seamless that it looks as though this could be a real orchid. This brooch dates back to around 1900 and has what seems to be its original, natural pearl. The Art Nouveau period comes to life through this orchid. It is made up of enamel and 14k yellow gold, elevating the elegance of this piece. Its delicacy is reflected in its size, as it is approximately one inch tall and one inch wide. It is signed Whiteside and Blank...

Beautiful antique nib pen. 14K slightly satin finish. Set with a rose diamond flower and other scattered rose diamonds and a faceted ruby. 6 1/2" long, exc...

The Ural peacock stone, peacock-like green Malachite, is considered to bring good luck, wealth, fertility and prosperity. It is also said to empower ambitious achievements. If you g...

This piece created by Indigo Unveiled, features a one-of-a kind miniature eye portrait carefully made in hot enamel. It is set into 14k gold with a dia...

The perfect accessory: a uniquely-shaped lorgnette. When closed, it forms a circle; when opened, has two demi-lune shaped magnifying lenses. 14K white gold. The openwork handle...

Rectangular minaudière carrying case in enameled gold. It is embellished with alternating gold and black enamel stripes and ringed with a frieze of small diamonds. The main face of t...

Heavy gauge 14K money clip, with an applied St. Christopher's medallion. Made with a strong hinged locking mechanism. 2 1/4" x 7/8." Most...

Adorable golden fleece is the wish of good luck and prosperity! Inspired by the Greek legend that the gold miners used fleece of the sheep to filter the gold from mountain streams, MOISEIKIN® created an adorable series of Golden Fleece miniatures with pure silver, gold and natural jasper from the Ural mountains. At a glance, it is just an adorable sheep miniature for interior. Ball-like fatty body is skillfully engraved and coated with gold. His facial feature is gentle and wise. The mountain connected to the golden sheep has a secret. If you hold the sheep and turn up, the mountain transform to a luxurious shot cup...

Gold floral compositions with precious or semi-precious stones or enamel became popular at the turn of the 20th century in Europe and Russia. Especially Imperial families and nobilities collected or gifted to important people. The flowers are carved from cacholong —Russian milky opals — look so tender and natural. Berries are skillfully cut from citrine and garnets. Golden stems are carved lively and embedded with rare Ural demantoid garnets. Fresh nephrite leaves are carved by hands. The intricate dewdrop is intricate.. embedded with diamonds. On a green jasper ground, a lucky ladybug made of gold, rubies and black diamonds is enjoying the moment. Perfectly expressed in the precious metal and stones by skillful craftsmen of MOISEIKIN®, the pleasant memory will not fade away. This flower miniature is one of Precious Berry Collections and another piece is possessed by a known royalty who collects flower...

Adorable golden fleece is the wish of good luck and prosperity! Inspired by the Greek legend that the gold miners used fleece of the sheep to filter the gold from mountain streams, MOISEIKIN® created an adorable series of Golden Fleece miniatures with pure silver, gold and natural jasper from the Ural mountains. At a glance, it is just an adorable sheep miniature for interior. Ball-like fatty body is skillfully engraved and coated with gold. His facial feature is gentle and wise. The mountain connected to the golden sheep has a secret. If you hold the sheep and turn up, the mountain transform to a luxurious shot cup...

Art deco hinged case. Made and signed by CARTIER. Sterling silver deco striped pattern, with wide 18K rose gold stripes. 4 3/4" x 3." Substantial heavy gauge silver. A...

Beautiful sterling silver box with allover fine line engine-turned pattern. Intersecting 14K yellow gold stripes. The center is set with a large Essex crystal of a horse's head. 3...

A wonderful, figural antique Victorian gold-filled cane top or walking stick handle. In the form of a muzzled bear with cropped ears. Bear Baiting was ...

Sterling silver box, with an applied 14K yellow gold oar. The oar has an enamel "C" and chevron. 3 1/4" x 2/3" x 1/3." Perfect for cufflinks or as a desk accessory. Alice Kwartler...

Bulgari one of a kind two-color gold and diamond "Melone" evening clutch. Made in Italy, circa 1970. 18 kt., of oval shape with graphic yellow and white gold pattern, tipped by one c...

This stunning pair of 1920s folding 14 Karat White Gold Lorgnette Spectacles feature 2 lenses that fold over one another and lock into place to create a magnifying glass. A small pull lever at the top of the handle releases the lenses et voila...

This turn-of-the-century pair of 14K Yellow Gold Curry and Paxton London Bifocal Lorgnette Spectacles comes in the original burgundy leather and purpl...

A special piece made in Cartier's Paris workshops, a diamond studded gold evening purse. In excellent condition, this purse opens to reveal a mirror...

An Italian green granite box, with a micromosaic mounted in a two-color gold chased border. Depicted is a goldfinch (carduelis carduelis) on a branch with berries and overlooking the Mediterranean. The scene is surrounded by a millefiori border. By Giacomo Raffaelli...