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Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Reverse Intaglio Fish Tie Clip This lovely tie clip features a beautifully detailed reverse intaglio fish (16 mm x 13 mm) set on...

Rectangular enamelled gold box. The hinged lid is decorated with a scene of young people dressed in neoclassical clothing and approaching near an altar where officiates a person dres...

A Fabergé gold, enamel and hardstone desk seal, workmaster Henrik Wigström, St Petersburg, 1904-1908 the spherical handle carved of aventurine quartz, the co...

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...

Exceptional quality antique Russian vermeil silver and shaded enamel Pan-Slavic Style tea strainer by Nikolai Alekseyev. The handle decorated in dove grey...

Exceptional nacre sewing and writing case in gold, turquoise and nacre. This kit comes in the form of a daisy and opens in three parts revealing accessories. The lower part is remova...

Gucci, Two-tone Gold and Diamond Purse This purse is made of woven 18k yellow gold on the sides with a band in the center and 18k white gold thr...

A Viennese miniature gold zappler carriage clock probably by Carl Wurm, with a repoussé, chased and engraved case, designed as a small bracket clock, with the front face finely chase...

An Exquisite 14K Gold, Diamonds, Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires, and Semi Precious Stone Mounted Rhodonite Camel. Circa 1970, Italy A very good quality and unusual gold mounted jeweled object...

Small 18 kt gold frame with guilloche red enamel and small gold decorations inserted on the edge. Limited edition no. 21/300. It has its original certi...

The HD video and photo #2 provided is the most accurate representation of the color of the actual item. It is a true golden color! Here is something you won't see everyday! This rare wood is called gold camphor wood paper weight. The four treasures of the study or the "treasures" and tools of the scholar are well collected through Chinese history. The four treasures are paper, chinese brushes, chinese ink sticks and inkstones. The complete Chinese study set...

An antique nineteenth century 14 karat gold equestrian theme money clip, centering an Essex Crystal depicting a horse.

A rare 18K gold, enamel and diamond mounted carved labradorite turkey bird sculpture on a petrified wood base, attributed to Manfred Wild, Idar-Oberstein, ...

A Rare American Gold Mounted Intaglio Seal of a Bust-length portrait of the first President in uniform enclosed by the inscription "George Washington", Early 19th Century. In a fitted green leather box retailed by: D.S. Lavender Antiques Ltd., Bond Street, London, England; PROVENANCE: D.S. Lavender Antiques Ltd., Bond Street, London, England Anita and Irvin Schorsch Collection Exhibited: Museum of Mourning Art...

The legendary Michelangelo's Moses is meticulously recreated in this 19th-century cameo brooch. Crafted of beautiful onyx, the intricate cameo resides in ...

The MOXI Cocktail Ring is impossibly detailed, forming delicate webs that all at once seem half biological, half geological and all otherworldly. Thin ribs and loops seem to grow aro...

An Art Nouveau period antique wooden pencil with gold holder France, circa 1900s case weight - 11 grams case measurements - 0.39 x 3.62 x 5.55 i...

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...

Hammered Finish Signed Henry Dunay Seashell Brooch/ Pin in 18K Yellow Gold.

The Ruby Gold Cufflinks Set is a truly exquisite and noble collection of accessories. This European set includes a pair of cufflinks and three studs, all crafted in yellow gold 18k ...

Stunning four piece gold bracelet, ring, bolo and buckle set made by Robert and Burnice Leekya. Navajo four-piece set: bracelet, ring, bolo, and buckle. 14K gold overlay and turquoise nuggets. Signed "RBL". From the Sleeping Beauty Mine. Zuni husband and wife Robert and Bernice Leekya are known for their bold turquoise nugget jewelry. They have been making unique pieces since 1953. Robert was taught by his father, a master Zuni jeweler Leekya Deyuse...

Exceptional pear-shaped flask in heliotrope, also known as bloodstone jasper. The body of the flask intricately sculpted with gadrooning and Rocaille motifs. A band of gold encircles...

Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...

A diamond and white shell gun pendant in 18-karat rose and white gold. Whether you are a fan of James Bond or usually root for the Bond Villain, it is hard to ignore this exquisite j...

Certified Natural Multicolor Fancy Diamond Brooch An 18 karat white gold brooch set with 5 multi color marquise cut diamonds each weighing approx...

Cushion Sapphire Natural non heated probably Kashmir. The horseshoe is set by Old-mine cut Diamond on silver and gold. Late 19th Century. Length: 5.60 centimeters. Total weight: 3.2...

Large Art Deco period lorgnette with a long, elegant reticulated 14K white gold handle accented by two diamonds and three sapphires set in a stylized geometrical and scrolled design ...

Unique Butterfly Brooch with pave pink-red sapphires, brilliant cut diamonds and oval blue sapphires, handcrafted in 18Kt rose gold. The elegance of the Greek nature inspired Nicofil...

18K Exquisite Diamonds with Onyx Cufflinks . Only One Pair. 18 Diamonds - 0.96 CT 2 ONYX - 8.23 CT 18KW 8.42 GM ONYX is super powerful stone. stone of all stones! Onyx offers up ...

Sterle Gold Hand Mirror A double sided mirror with an acrylic handle set in 14 karat gold accented by 19 round diamonds Signed Sterle Paris and n...

This elephant is one of 12 exclusive Serra's sterling silver "stirrup glasses", (weight 360 gr ) models date back to around the mid-1900s, and represent 12 animals that can be placed on the table to serve wine. Our 12 glasses are now used to be added to other crystal glasses, maybe to serve a special wine! In this difficult historical period for our health, drinking from silver glasses is really a great help: silver is rich in antibacterial and antimicrobial properties that eradicate the bacteria and antibiotic-resistant pathogens. It can be used as a natural disinfectant of any liquid. Silver is a natural immunity booster . Its nanoparticles create an immunomodulatory activity that gives you a healthy immune system. Popular since the late 18th and 19th century, antique silver stirrup cups...

Very unique and stylish diamond spear hat pin, created by Merkaba Jewelry in 18K white gold. The round brilliant diamonds weigh a total of 0.50 carats. Total length - 1.75" inches R...

Flat, rectangular case for holding writing utensils in colored gold and vernis Martin (a type of imitation lacquer). A button serves to open the hinged lid. Four panels made of verni...

This is a museum quality Belle Epoque - Art Deco Egyptian Revival masterpiece with a Lapis Lazuli Pharoah, adorned with Old Mine and Rose Cut Diamonds, Ruby, and Pearls and set in 14...

Bottle of conical shape in faceted crystal and gold frame which opens by a hinge. Inside, the stopper has a bird-shaped grip. Once closed, the stopper forms a "cage" for the latter. ...

Piel Frères Art Nouveau double prong buckle circa 1900. Of rich matte gilt bronze foliage and japanned silver plated blooming poppies with matte gilt detai...

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...

Adorable 18k yellow gold and black enamel excited Chihuahua dog brooch. Chihuahua brooch is accented by two round sapphire gemstones for the eyes and a ...

A glass scent bottle in the shape of an amphora with a 14 carat gold mounting, foot and stopper and two rings at the side in its original leather ca...

A articulated antique pendant, composed by an articulated gold and silver mounting structure, centering an old mine spinel weighing approximately 8cts, embellished by rose cut diamo...

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...

14 Karat Yellow Gold Telescopic Pencil- This elegant piece features a telescopic pencil that opens 96 mm. Can be attached to chain or fob. Size: 67 mm x 9 mm Weight: 6.9 dwt. / 1...

14 Karat Ridged Tie Bar. Simple design yet sophisticated piece that will add a nice detail to any tie. The top of the tie bar has a zig-zag design and the enti...

For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...

Authentic rare Chanel Hologram fob key chain or bag charm. A signature gilt curb chain suspends a round fob embedded with gilt motifs which display ...

The “Fabergè Style” Gold pendant is part of our Work of Art - Jewellery collection. This Jewel is handcrafted completely by Workmaster Fabergé Stefano Vigni, who created the piece, ...

Yaakov Agam a Gold Kinetic Sculpture. The 5" x 2 1/8" 18k yellow gold movable sculpture in the shape of a deconstructed Star of David. Comes with the origi...

A spectacular lorgnette from the Art Nouveau (ca1900) period! Crafted in 14kt yellow gold, the piece consists of a pair of folding glasses encased in a breathtaking repousse lorgnett...

Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire Gold Diamond and Bakelite Minaudière Makeup Box Made of Bakelite and 18 karat yellow gold, set with 31 cabochon sa...

A splendid spectrum of color awaits your hand with the Precious Kaleidoscope ring, a Zorab Creation. Mesmerizing in its brilliantly light catching tones, yellow diamonds 0.26 carats...

This antique 19th century filigree belt buckle is made of 10 karat yellow gold. The rectangular-shaped buckle is embellished with filigree knots a...

Articulated lorgnette in gold finely guilloché. The border is decorated with finely chiseled foliage. A medallion in the form of a shield includes a monogram. Articulated lorgnette i...

Special box composed of two rock crystal elements. The upper part has hollows that act as handles of the lid. The decorations are made with two yellow go...

Long, luxurious and vintage, this ruby, diamond, and gold brooch pin has diamond eyes and ruby feathers. Sparkles galore with woven feathers incredible detail work. In the trend of ...

The “IRIS Fabergè Style” Gold pendant is part of our Work of Art - Jewellery collection. This Jewel is handcrafted completely by Workmaster Fabergé Stefano Vigni, who created the pi...

Contemporary 18k rose gold plated 925 silver mesh scarf by Stevie Wren. Measures 38 inches long x 1 inches wide. Stamped 925 with maker mark 5. In good con...

An Art Nouveau period Antique necklace - wooden pencil with gold holder France, circa 1900s total weight - 11 grams necklace measurements - 0.39 x 3.62 ...

A blackened steel and 18 karat (18K) yellow gold Damascene belt buckle designed as a rectangle with inlaid gold designs of angels and geometric lines in...

This exquisite Thangka painting depicts Hevajra and his consort Nairatmya, two enlightened beings in Tantric or Vajrayana Buddhism. The painting is adorned with 24 K gold and depicts Hevajra's 16 hands holding a skull cup with animals in his right hands and deities representing the worldly elements in his left hands. Vajrayana Buddhism uses gender and sexual union to communicate the merging of compassion (male) and wisdom (female) that results in awakening. This Thangka is a testament to the exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail that defines JS Noor...

rare GUCCI Alessandro Michele 2019 Runway GG logo gold padded shin guards socks Reference: TGAS/C01512 Brand: Gucci Designer: Alessandro Michele Model: 5958154 HH74 1080 Collection: ...