Quartz Objets d'Art and Vertu

We are delighted to present a unique piece of art from our collection: a miniature figurine of a polar bear crafted from delicate pink quartz. The ruby eyes add a touch of elegance a...

Gemstone sculpture / Object d`art: "YOUNG GRIZZLY BEAR LYING ON A ROCK" This sculpture is a single piece carved of Brazilian Smokeyquarz (2.958 gr.) and set with blue sapphire eyes. 2009. "The high polished base lets the light in and brings the carving to life. " size: 102 mm wide, 89mm deep, 133mm high weight: 1.142 gr. Artist: Alfred Zimmermann (Idar-Oberstein, Germany) Carving Is A Passion Following in the Idar-Oberstein tradition, master carver, Alfred Zimmermann, has developed and perfected his own art over the past fifty years. Since his school days, drawing had always been a favorite passion of Zimmermann and it formed the base for his gem-carving career. He began that career working for the well-known and traditional gem-carving family, Dreher. Innovative carving techniques and experience over five generations has made Dreher one of the leading animal gemstone...

A Neoclassical Fine Art Sculptured Clock of Aquamarine Gemstone Carvings, Diamonds, Sapphires, 18kt Gold and Sterling Silver. Idar Oberstein - G...

Edwardian parasol handle made in France. Very beautiful and elegant piece, created in Paris France during the Edwardian and Belle Epoque periods, back in the 1900. This fabulous parasol handle has been designed with French neo-classic patterns in the style of Louis XVI. Crafted by assembling pieces made up in 18 karats yellow gold, carved citrine and amber color faux tortoise. The baton is fitted with a screw to attach to any parasol or cane. The round gold parts on top are made with multiple leaf motifs, bows, tassels and floral clusters, typical from the Belle Epoque period. Gemstones: The top part is mounted, with 1 cylinder cabochon cut of natural translucent citrine quartz of about 120 carats. Birthstone: Citrine, for the month of November. Weight: 66.95 Grams, (42.91 Dwt). Measurements: 248 mm by 20 mm (9.75 x 0.79 Inches). Hallmarks: Both gold parts are stamped with French marks; the head of the eagle for the assay and warranty of the 18kt gold and the maker's maitre mark inside a lozange cartouche. Edwardian era, like the Georgian and Victorian eras before it, derives its name from the reign of the English King, Edward VII (1901-1910). Edwardian jewelry is known for representing femininity while incorporating a lot of the color white. Think diamonds, pearls and white metals like platinum and white gold. Diamonds often had an Old Mine or European cut and sapphires were a popular choice for a pop of color. They tended to be made from platinum and diamonds – the more, the merrier – and used fashionable, intricate techniques such as filigree and millegrain. Edwardian rings are works of art and best worn alone or alongside a simple wedding band...

Unique. One of a Kind Collection Piece of High Jewelry/Objet d'art. The ultimate extravagant gift for the Collector and Lover of Nature. Jeweled Turtle Figurine...

Unique. One of a Kind Tom Castor Collection Piece from his Moth Cuff Series. Fewer than 5 Tom Castor Moth Cuffs have been made. Each is an entirely differen...

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

Rose Quartz Roses Flower & Rock Crystal Vase Desk Object A miniature Rose flower in a water vase. The vase made of rock crystal with a water illusion. Inc...

French scent bottle with gemstones. Gorgeous antique scent perfume bottle, created in France in the first quarter of the 19th century, circa 1820....

A beautiful perfume bottle or flacon, the smoky rutilated quartz tear-drop shaped body entirely hand carved in the classical manner with a spiraling design. Fitted with a rutilated q...

Dim: H: 13 x W: 11 x D: 6 cm Wt: 533 g Specimen Type: Smoky Quartz crystal cluster Color: Brown Presenting this beautiful and colorful specimen of fatty and well pointed term...

From our extensive mineral crystal collection, here is one to add to someones important collection. This piece is substantial. the origin is from Br...

100% handmade green Serpentine stone box in a shape of square 61 x 95 x 95 mm - 1.96 x 3.74 x 3.74 in total weight - 665 grams

MOISEIKIN x MONEYSTONE presents a special collection of miniatures, "Symbol of the Year 2025", which combines the stylised visuals of the world of nature with symbols of prosperity, wealth and success for the upcoming Year of the Snake. All of the interior miniatures are created in metal form with natural minerals and semi-precious gemstones from the Ural mountains. We wish you a wonderful holiday season and a prosperous year ahead! - Snake Purse...

Origin: Zhob District, Baluchistan Province, Pakistan Dim: H: 12.5 x W: 5 x D: 2.5 cm Wt: 112 g Specimen Type: Sculptural and impressive elongated iron coated Quartz Treatment: None Color: Yellow Iron-oxide coated Faden Quartz is a remarkable and aesthetically captivating variety of quartz crystal, distinguished by its unique physical characteristics and stunning visual appeal. The term "Faden" is derived from the German word for "thread," and this name perfectly encapsulates the defining feature of these crystals. Faden Quartz specimens exhibit a thin, thread-like inclusion of milky white quartz that runs through the crystal, often resembling a delicate and ethereal seam. This thread-like structure is typically encrusted with a layer of iron oxides, adding a warm and earthy coloration to the quartz. quartz quartz stone quartz crystal clear quartz clear quartz crystal golden healer...

A pig, a symbol of fertility and abundance, was made into a silver miniature with a creative idea and masterful craftsmanship. A genuine silver pig has lively facial features with sa...

MOISEIKIN's rooster miniature "Early Bird Earns a Fortune" is a multi-functional interial miniature object suitable for a gift to yourself, family, friends and business partners. The...

Every rabbit talisman from MOISEIKIN is individual, decorated with various gemstones from the rich Ural mountains, which symbolise happiness, abundance, and talent. A shining silver ...

If you know someone who loves beautiful rocks and gemstones, this pear-shaped faceted smoky quartz is sure to impress! This glistening gemstone measures 3-3/8 x 3-1/4 x 1-1/2" and is...

MOISEIKIN's stunning Silver Gold-Plated Easter Egg is an inspiring and enchanting miniature to prepare for this year's Easter Holiday. This ornate Easter Egg is carefully carved ou...

Vessel Color: Bright Burnt Orange Size: Diameter 1-3/8" X 2-1/8"" Tall This special Vessel features a truly artisinal gemstone created by our longtime partners at the Wackler Gem Company. It is a Doublet consisting of a hemispherical Rutilated Quartz cabochon bonded to a lower flat layer of Condor Agate from the Patagonia region of Argentina. Encasing this special gem is another truly unique feature of this Vessel: a lathe-turned and Rose Engine engraved setting made of Mokume Gane patterned metal constructed from layers of Sterling Silver, Copper and 5% Shibuichi, a traditional Japanese copper/silver alloy for sword furniture and decorative metalwork. Each metal in the fused laminate reacts differently to the applied patina to reveal the woodgrain patterns that run throughout the thickness of the metal. These patterns are not surface treatments like electroplated colors so they are durable and can be restored to their original colors if ever needed. Supporting the spectacular gemstone is a Bright Burnt Orange Vessel...

Inspired by the Legend of the Golden Fleece which miners have used the sheep wool to filter the gold from rich mountain streams, MOISEIKIN's fleece miniature "Golden Fleece on Gem Mo...

A rare and captivating collection of eight hand-carved gemstone perfume bottles, each sculpted in the form of a stylized pineapple—a timeless symbol of welcome, abundance, and luxury...

This fine hardstone cameo depicts a woman or men wearing a wreath of ivy. In Greek and Roman mythology the ivy wreath worn around head was the attribute of a followers of Dyonisos a...

Skardu District, Gilgit Baltistan, Pakistan Dim: H: 15.8 x W: 20 x D: 13 cm Wt: 5009 g Specimen Type: Gorgeous robust cluster of elongated pointed Quartz with Iron-oxide coating...

Origin: Skardu District, Gilgit Baltistan Province, Pakistan Dim: H: 10.5 x W: 7.8 x D: 5.5 cm Wt: 698 g Specimen Type: Huge double terminated Topaz crystal with terminated Smoky...

This beautifully faceted golden citron quartz weighs 212.14 carats and is stunningly brilliant! Evenly proportioned and full of life, this would make an impressive display piece whether on a desk or in a crystal cabinet! Golden lemon highlights dance inside the rich, olive honey body color; a gem that is worthy of admiration from all directions! $100 bill not included. Each faceted quartz...

This 223.11 carat "magnum" of a champagne colored quartz crystal is perfect for anyone who wants to savor the finer things in life! Gorgeous and well-proportioned with wonderful brilliance and life, this gem is a truly impressive display ornament! It is beautifully shaped and free from inclusions - the only things missing from this champagne gem are the bubbles! $100 bill...

Dim: H: 17 x W: 26 x D: 17 cm Wt: 6 kg Specimen Type: Gorgeous large cabinet museum level specimen of Smoky Quartz Treatment: None Color: Brown Smoky Quartz, a mesmerizing variety of quartz known for its enchanting smoky appearance, has long been coveted by gem enthusiasts and collectors worldwide. Its unique charm lies in the smoky hues it exhibits, ranging from pale gray to deep, mysterious brown. While Smoky Quartz is found in various parts of the world, a remarkable large cabinet museum-level specimen from Pakistan has taken the gemstone world by storm. Unearthed from the Gandhara Gems region, this magnificent specimen not only embodies the enchanting allure of Smoky Quartz but also showcases the incredible geological wonders of Pakistan. quartz crystals smoky quartz clear quartz clear quartz crystal aura crystals quartz for sale spirit quartz...

Dim: H: 17 x W: 7.5 x D: 7.2 cm Wt: 1201 g Specimen Type: Sculptural Rutilated Quartz with magnificent metallic luster Treatment: None Color: Black Quartz is the most commo...

If you're looking for a way to keep all those bills from flying off your desk, we have the perfect solution! This impressive smoky quartz is a beautifully faceted oval gemstone measu...

Rarely is a jewel large enough to be weighed in pounds, yet this exquisite specimen weighs 3.276 pounds! A real conversation starter and preeminent example of the earth's ability to create miracles! This oval faceted smoky quartz is absolutely stunning - a gorgeous, sparkling representation of the beauty and wonder of nature, not to mention an impressive statement about person who displays this in their home or private office...

Circa 1920s Repeater Clock by D. Fresard Switzerland, Gold Gilt Sterling Silver case with Red Enamel measuring 3 X 2 X 1 1/4 inches, Rose Quartz Base a...

All in this world is a reflection Of divine love and eternal art. And we're seeking inspiration, In the feelings – strings of soul harps. -Viktor Moiseikin - The 'Serenity' interior decoration by MOISEIKIN is a beautiful combination of modern and traditional jewellery art. The large carved quartz jewel plate, in which you can place your jewellery, represents the water where the natural lives concentrate. Delicately carved Clematis leaves made of jade and gold gently as if embracing precious pure water. The golden fluttering butterfly and snail are embedded with precious gems that bring charm. One beautiful and shining moment of nature is precisely and artistically reflected in this gold and jewellery artwork...

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...

MOISEIKIN created a cat miniature using mosaic and carving techniques. Specialized in glyptography, the carved hairs and facial features are detailed. The s...