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FLOWEN Sterling Silver Hexa Pendant Necklace in 18K Gold and Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The HEXA S Pendant is FLOWEN's signature statement piece. A 3 dimensional sculptural art object inspired by nature, driven by innovative design technologies and realized by a combina...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Victorian-Era Etched Floral with Inlaid "Floral Lady" 3-Piece Silver Belt Buckle
Located in New York, NY
Magnificently detailed, this 3-piece Victorian-era etched Silver buckle of beautiful florals on all three pieces highlights the center buckle with inlaid "Floral Lady". All ...
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Early 1800s British Victorian Antique More Objets d'Art and Vertu

Edwardian Faberge Chalcedony Enamel Gold Bell Push
Located in London, GB
An important Faberge chalcedony, gold and enamel bell push, enamelled translucent blush and pearl grey with sunburst guilloche background, with circular cabo...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Chalcedony, Yellow Gold

Navajo Walrus Ivory and Turquoise Concho Belt
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Carved ivory bighorns with Blue Kingman Mine turquoise. Wonderful patina. Original leather; nine conchos total. Signed A.J.M. PERIOD: After 1950 ORIGIN: Navajo, Southwest SIZE: Total belt length 56"; buckle 3 1/2" x 5"; conchos 3" x 4" The word “concho” sometimes spelled “concha”, comes from the Spanish word meaning shell. Some of the first “conchos” were made of melted silver dollars and resembled a shell. Concho belts reportedly began appearing in Navajo country in the late 1860s. Other Native Americans including Zuni and Hopi also made traditional concho belts before long. Concho belts can cost into the thousands of dollars depending upon the craftsmanship, amount of silver, rarity of turquoise and stones used. Belts in the upper end of the price scales are usually made before the turn of the century. Buyers should deal with reputable dealers as many fakes and look-a-likes exist. A well-made belt with age to it will fetch a bigger premium and hold its value better. The earliest concho belts are now referred to as “First Phase” belts. This style of belt was made before Native silversmith had learned much about soldering. The conchos were hammered out from melted coins, cut, and filed into shape, engraved and a diamond shape slot was cut out of the middle of the concho, with a bar left across the center of the diamond shaped slot for the leather loop. Conchos that required no soldering are generally thought to be made from 1860-1880. Second phase conchos were done 1890-1900s in which silversmith began to solder. Third phase conchos is when you start to see the “butterfly” or “bow” appear between conchos and the use of turquoise as an adornment. A butterfly (bow) is a smaller concho in between bigger conchos. A belt with butterflies...
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1950s American Native American Vintage More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Sapphire Bespoke Sterling Silver Rectangular Engraved Modern Classic Cufflinks
Located in London, GB
We believe in creating your own unique look by creating your own style. These cufflinks are completely bespoke and exquisite for the discerning gentleman. Expertly hand crafted in s...
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2010s British Artisan More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Spinel, Tourmaline, Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Bl...

Magnificent Pair of Hand Carved Lavender Jadeite Masks
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful pair of Hand Carved Jadeite Masks. Light lavender and very light mint-green. Each has a diameter of 56 mm. Average thickness is 20 mm. Total weight of the pair is 226 grams...
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1990s Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Jade

Black Starr & Gorham Gothic Bold Wall Clock in Original Box
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Black Starr and Gorham STYLE / REFERENCE: Gothic Motif METAL / MATERIAL: Nickle Finished CIRCA: 1940s/ 50s MOVEMENT / CALIBER: High Grade 15 Jewels Swiss Made DIAL / HANDS: Silvered Roman / Filigree Hands DIMENSIONS: Length 16 Inches tall X Diameter 9 Inches Wide / 40cm X 23cm (box 17" X 11") WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement. This is am impressive wall clock sold by one of the premier American jewelry houses. Remarkably it comes with its original box, in excellent condition. Black, Starr and Frost are considered America's oldest jewelry house. They merged with Gorham, one of America's oldest silver companies in 1929. Just in time for the Great Depression. This clock, or rather weather station as it is normally called, appears to have never been used. It was likely made in Switzerland of the finest materials some time mid century. Gothic in style while dating to later part of the Art Deco Era This would be an impressive piece in entry of an elegant old home. Or, conversely it would look great in an ultra modern entry...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Gothic Revival More Objets d'Art and Vertu

Volcanic Lava Box with Sterling Silver Finial
Located in Darnestown, MD
This box made of volcanic lava is topped with a sterling silver and crystal ball finial. The four silver circles are movable to create either a flat or three dimensional form. The in...
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2010s Mexican More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

Silver Table Garden Fountain
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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Late 20th Century Italian More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Silver

Timofey Katurkin Russian Watercolor of Laughing Woman
Located in St. Catharines, ON
Laughing Peasant Woman Signed in Cyrillic T. Il’ich, l.r. and inscribed To Dear A. F.Sklarevski... Watercolor Image size: 7 x 6 in. (17.8 x 15.2 cm.) Framed: 18 1/2 x 17 1/4 in. (47 ...
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Early 20th Century Russian Russian Empire More Objets d'Art and Vertu

Studio Greytak 'Larimar Earrings on Amethyst' With Opal and Apitite
Located in Missoula, MT
LARIMAR EARRINGS ON AMETHYST No other stone so completely captures the exact teal and turquoise shades of the sea as larimar. Born of the volcanic ac...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Amethyst, Opal, Larimar, Silver

Belle Époque Cartier Paris Pale Blue Enamel Buckle
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
This wonderful enamel buckle by Cartier, Paris features meticulous attention to detail in its very fine enamel work. Dating from around 1890 this 18 karat yellow and rose gold beauty...
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1890s French Antique More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Pair of Sterling Silver and Diamond Dome Cufflinks
Located in North Miami, FL
These beautiful and jeweler made sterling silver and tiny diamond cufflinks are unisex.. Their dome top has 4 small tiny diamonds in them. They are well made and have a great modern ...
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Early 2000s American Modern More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver

Cartier Paris Rare Blue Enamel Diamond Vermeil Belt Buckle
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Rare 1900's Cartier belt buckle with flower motifs set with old mine cut diamonds. Signed 'Cartier Paris', numbered, with maker's mark and eagle st...
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Vermeil

Faberge Bi-Color Ribbed Gold Cigarette Case
Located in Capri, IT
1896 - 1908 Circa Yellow and Rose Gold Faberge Cigarette Case. Workmaster August Hollming, ST Petersburg with scratched inventory number 5695. ...
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1890s Russian Victorian Antique More Objets d'Art and Vertu

TEST - Tiffany & Co. Gold Money Clip
Located in New York, NY
Classic figural "paper clip" money clip. Made and signed by TIFFANY & CO. 14K yellow gold. Much wider and larger than most of these clips: 2" x 2/3." Sleek, elegant and functiona...
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1950s Unknown Vintage More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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14k Gold

Hermes Paris Sterling Silver Kelly Bag Pill Box Charm Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Fine sterling silver pill box in the likeness of an Hermes Kelly bag, by Hermes circa 1980s. The box can be used in a multitude of ways: as a standard pillbox, a pendant, or as a charm. Approx. 1.75 inches wide and approx. 39 grams in weight. Like new condition. This Hermes pill box is a unique and luxurious accessory that pays homage to the iconic Hermes Kelly bag. Shaped like a miniature version of the famous Hermes Kelly bag, which is celebrated for its structured silhouette and distinctive closure. Hermes itself is a renowned French luxury brand known for its exquisite craftsmanship and timeless designs. This particular piece, designed primarily as a pill box, can be used as a charm or pendant as well. It is crafted from sterling silver, which is highly prized for its durability and lustrous appearance. The sterling silver material provides a sleek and elegant backdrop for the intricate details of the Kelly bag pill box charm...
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Late 20th Century More Objets d'Art and Vertu

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cartier Gold Plate Lighter Paris with diamond dot Texture with box
Located in Bilbao, ES
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...
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1980s French Art Deco Vintage More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Gold Plate

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Money Clip
By Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, sterling silver money clip. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special design and for the excellent quality of the ge...
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2010s Italian More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Silver, Sterling Silver

George Wostenholm England 14k Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Pocket Knife
Located in Washington Depot, CT
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...
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20th Century More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Tsavorite & Ruby Lizard Cuff Bracelet Sterling Gold Black Rhodium & Wood
Located in Lambertville , NJ
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...
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Early 2000s Unknown Artisan More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Tsavorite, Ruby, Multi-gemstone, Rhodium, Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plat...

Antique Victorian 9k Gold Propelling Pencil, Citrine Seal Top
Located in NEWARK, GB
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...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Citrine, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Gold Diamond Nephrite Rowans Transformable Jewellery Object
Located in Hong Kong, HK
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. ...
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2010s Russian Arts and Crafts More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Carnelian, Diamond, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold Silver Diamond Floral carving Miniature by MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Russian Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Chalcedony, Black Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Quartz, Diamond, Sapphire, ...

Antique Sterling and Mother of Pearl Jester Rattle
Located in New York, NY
Rare baby rattle: a grinning jester, with three individual rattles. Sterling silver, with mother-of-pearl handle. Double-sided. 4 1/2" long. A fabulous figural for a rattle col...
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Early 1900s American Antique More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Sterling Silver

Horse Head Horse Shoe Gold Money Clip
Located in New York, NY
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...
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1930s Vintage More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

Sterling and Mother of Pearl Baby Rattle
Located in New York, NY
Figural "dog's head" baby rattle. Three-dimensional. Serling silver with two sterling bells and a mother-of-pearl handle. Well detailed. Exceptional qu...
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1920s British Vintage More Objets d'Art and Vertu

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mellerio Paris, a French Gold, Diamonds, Silver, and Smoky Quartz Carved Horse
Located in New York, NY
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...
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20th Century French More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Jade, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Ruby, Turquoise, Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, Si...

Retro Tiffany & Co. Gold Belt Buckle
Located in New York, NY
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 ...
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1950s American Vintage More Objets d'Art and Vertu

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Lucky Horse Shoe Stick Pin in 9 K Hallmarked 1918, Original Fitted Box
Located in London, GB
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...
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1940s British Edwardian Vintage More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dubini Ancient Silver Lion Coin Dynasts of Lykia AR Third Stater
Located in London, GB
COIN DETAILS Dynasts of Lykia, Trbbenimi AR Third Stater. Circa 390-370 B.C. Obverse: Facing lion's scalp; triskeles below Reverse: Triskeles, TPBB NEME around; all within shallow i...
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15th Century and Earlier Unknown Classical Greek Antique More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Other, Silver

Burma Carved Ruby & Diamond Clip Brooch, Circa 1940, Strong Fluorescence
Located in Hong Kong, HK
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...
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1940s Hong Kong Contemporary Vintage More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Australian Opal Cabochon Unique Pattern Light Blue Neon Green Grey Lightning Art
Located in Berlin, DE
An large Natural Australian Opal cabochon with an unusual pattern opal origin - Australia stone weight - 12.50 carats stone measurements - 0.63 х 0.94 in / 16 х 24 mm
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2010s Australian Artisan More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Opal

Antique Sterling Silver Hip Flask, Art Deco
Located in NEWARK, GB
A handsome antique, early Art Deco sterling silver hip flask. It has a smooth polished design with rounded corners, a curved ergonomic shaped body and screw bayonet cap. The hip flask has a removable gilt lined sterling silver beaker designed to be used with the flask that slots off the base when required. No monograms or engraving so this hip flask could be personalised. Fully Hallmarked for sterling silver, London assay office, 1915, maker Stewart Dawson, makers mark to the base too. A gorgeous antique solid silver hip flask...
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Sterling Silver

Vintage Evening Purse 18 Karat Yellow Gold Woven Solid Bag Diamond Pave Tassles
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
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...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Mellerio Paris, a French Gold, Diamond, Silver-Gilt, Rock-Crystal, & Lapis Horse
Located in New York, NY
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. 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2010s Sri Lankan Artisan More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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1910s American Vintage More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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2010s British Egyptian Revival More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Russian Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Jade, 18k Gold

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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Gold-filled

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14k Gold, White Gold

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Located in Atlanta, GA
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