Early 20th Century Jewelry

Circa 1920s, 18k, France. Fabulously over the top, this French bracelet embraces the modernity of Deco and the boldness of Industrial design. The segmented tubular bracelet is adorne...

Beautiful Antique Edwardian 18K Gold Platinum Old Euro Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA. This gorgeous Edwardian old European diamond engagement ring...

Art deco era 1920s 18k gold earrings with an estimate diamond weight 0.75 carats in open work style total earings lenght 2.5cm

This wonderfully ornate locket has a beautifully detailed bee and holds eight glossy banded agate around the edge of the pendant. Turn over this pendant and there is a locket back wi...

Charming and Rare Austrian Art Nouveau Silver and Enamel Owl Seal by Georg Adam Scheid. A rare and enchanting work of Viennese decorative art, this early 20th-century Austrian silve...

Discover our exquisite doublet opal and seed pearl brooch. The central gemstone features a beautiful opal, radiating green-blue hues set in 9ct yellow gold. Complementing this opales...

A stunning vintage, Art Deco snuff box. Beautifully crafted from pretty panels of lustrous Mother of Pearl in an oval shape, it has an 18 karat yellow gold rim, marked and tested. The top is set with a gorgeous silver cobweb design setting which houses over 1.2ct of rose cut and round cut diamonds and a fine rich deep green octagonal cut emerald. The edge of the box has a small lip...

Fine high cabochon fire opal weighing 16.4 cts., set in an antique platinum ring, c. 1915. This very unusual stone is crystal clear and displays bright yellow, orange, red and gree...

A Fabergé gold, enamel and chalcedony egg pendant, the top decorated with three circular red guilloche enamel panels surrounded by opaque white enamelled frame with three finely engr...

In very good condition. Total weight is 7.6 grams. Totally is all diamond 2.20 ct. The diamond is has H-I-J color and s1-s2-s3 clarity. Box is not included. Please contact for any qu...

Circa 1920s, 14k, American. This romantic Art Deco engagement ring features a brilliant .56 carat diamond (K-L color, SI1 clarity) in a quintessential 100-year-old 1920s setting. The...

Edwardian art nouveau enamel Orchid brooch. A beautiful orchid brooch, created in America during the Edwardian and the Art Nouveau periods, back in the 1901-1910. This little brooch...

This is a classic 9k gold snake ring that has two beautiful rhodolite garnets in the head of each snake. The snake heads interlock and the garnets are bead set into a mount that are carved to look like tulips. The oval rhodolite garnets are a deep purple pink and have a beautiful fire to their rich, reddish purple hue. The snakes have a cute mouth detail—almost like a smile—and their tails appear on each side of the ring. The wide ring band is ribbed into four sections that intertwine with the bodies of the snakes. Snakes are a popular motif in contemporary jewelry trends, but date back to the Victorian era, when Prince Albert gave Queen Victoria a...

18k bicolour ring set with old European cut diamonds up to . 0.50ct - G/H - VS/SI - ring size U.S. 9.25 - EU. 19.25(60) detailed description the top of the ring is 1.1 cm wide wei...

llustrated in our book: Beatriz Chadour-Sampson & Sonya Newell-Smith, Tadema Gallery London Jewellery from the 1860s to 1960s, Arnoldsche Art Publishers, Stuttgart 2021, cat. no. 490 An extremely beautiful unrecorded Diadem by Archibald Knox. The fiery central opal is set amongst gold entrelacs of flowers and foliage enriched with superb plique-à-jour enamel. The reverse is embossed with a butterfly motif. This is a metamorphic jewel being adjustable to both a diadem and a decorative comb...

French Art Deco Synthetic Ruby and Diamond halo ring - featuring a milgrain set Emerald cut lab grown Ruby (approx. 3.79 carats - 12 x 9 x 4 mm.) - surr...

Edwardian enameled white Orchid convertible brooch. Beautiful three-dimensional piece, created in America during the Edwardian and the Art Nouveau periods, between the 1901-1910. Th...

1910 Edwardian Old European Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring. The Edwardian Old European Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring from 1910 is a beautiful example of Edwardain design. The ...

This sweet ring holds a bright, clean crystal. The ring is simple in design and is modelled in 9ct gold. Ring Size: Q 1/2 or 8 1/4 Stone Dimensions: 8...

A beautiful pair of antique Victorian 9ct gold turquoise earrings from the Etruscan revival period. Each earrings features a vibrant turquoise stones set in a form of the flower. Enc...

Indulge in a radiant Art Deco Natural Coral and Rock Crystal 14 Karat Gold Necklace of 50 inches in length. The exquisite antique Art Deco link necklace has gorgeous natural Coral an...

Antique Large cross in open work style centered with 5 old mine cut diaminds and a natural pearl estimate diamond weight of 0.50 carats cross is in open work style and detailed workm...

Platinum ring set with old mine cut, baguette, single cut and old brilliant cut diamonds up to 2.75ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size US 6 - EU 16.5 (52) detailed description: the top of...

Elegant example of the Edwardian era handmade in platinum with an intricate pierced open work & filigree design. The total diamond weight is approx...

Marquise Shape Diamond Ring. Set to centre with a marquise shape old cut diamond, J colour, VS2 clarity, with a weight of 4.29 carats in an open back claw setting, encircled by twent...

A French guilloche enameled pill box. Very delicate French early 20th century enamel pendant, created during the late Edwardian and art nouveau period, circa 1910. This beautiful co...

Antique 14k gold Russian old mine cut diamond ring with an estimate 2 old cut diamond weight of 1 carat with white inclusion included in 1 stone flanked with 2 rose cut diamonds with...

Antique Diamond Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Tested Circa 1910 Introducing a stunning Edwardian-era ring, crafted from 18ct gold and platinum. This exquisite piece features a rectang...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 32mm X Width 18m...

Illinois gold-filled pocket watch. Open face, Size 12, Model 117 jewel double roller mechanism, 3/4 plate. Crown time set. Serial number 4067885, made in 1923. Fancy Octagon case and...

The Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Flower Design Pendant with Diamonds is an exquisite and timeless piece of jewelry that seamlessly blends classic elegance with intricate craftsmanship. The pendant is crafted from high-quality 18-karat yellow gold, known for its rich and warm tone that adds a touch of luxury. The centerpiece of the pendant features a delicately designed flower motif, capturing the essence of nature's beauty. The petals of the flower are meticulously detailed, showcasing the artisan's skill and attention to detail. The use of vintage design elements...

Art Deco Double-Clip Brooch in Gold and Platinum with Diamonds Double-clip brooch in 18k gold (750°/°°) and platinum. The two clips, designed in a geometric pattern and partially op...

Finely crafted in platinum with an Old European cut Diamond weighing 1.79 carats, H color, SI2 clarity. The ring features 2 accenting Round cut Diamonds on the setting. Circa early 1...

A stunning watch from the Art Deco (ca1920s) era crafted by Hamilton. Crafted in platinum, the case of the watch features two rows of channel set French cut sapphires, which exhibit ...

This Albert chain, dates back to the Victorian era. It features graduating links crafted from 9 carat rose gold and weighs 26.6 grams. Each gold link is individually hallmarked, and ...

Fabulous, multi-faceted jewel which may be worn as a pendant on a diamond Riviera necklace, a wide torque style necklace or suspended from a more delicate chain when turned 360 degrees, as a clip brooch, as a large stunning ring when clipped to a wide band, even as a hair ornament. Clip brooches of the Art Deco period were designed to be transformable, facilitating use in a variety of interesting ways. The asymmetrical swirl design suggests movement and complements the flow of high quality multi-cut diamonds and rubies. Circa 1935 A similar pair of diamond and ruby scroll clip brooches made for Cartier New York circa 1935 are illustrated in Cartier 1900...

Size: 6 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $35 or Down 1 size for $35 Era: Art Deco Date: 1920s - 1930s Metal Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .10ct Cu...

Gorgeous Art Deco lady's platinum diamond wristwatch by J.E. Caldwell. The original dial with black Roman numerals is signed "J.E. Caldwell " and has a border of round old cut diamonds within a platinum bezel. A beautiful platinum mesh...

Louis Rousselet Art Deco 1920's earrings with silver gilt metal work and hand made glass long pearl fringe. Excellent Condition. Screw back fittings. Mar...

fine antique jewellery cross pendant with chain in 585 white gold and yellow gold, solid goldsmith's work, 16 natural pearls with 3 mm diameter, fine bluish and reddish luster, six o...

A gorgeous vintage Art Deco era cherry red Bakelite bead necklace. The perfect piece to add a dash of twinkle or pop of colour to your favourit...

A fine Edwardian stick pin. By Marcus & Co. In 14 karat yellow gold with a small, round faceted blue sapphire. Simply a wonderful signed antique...

Sterling & Enamel Desk Clock by Bailey, Banks & Biddle (c. 1930) A Glamorous Piece of Early 20th-Century History Enhance your desk or display cabinet with this Sterling and Enamel ...

Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Edwardian Vintage Diamond and Pearl Platinum Drop Earrings. Hand set with 0.75tcw Diamonds and Pearls. Exquisitely Hand crafted in Platinum and 14K ...

This absolutely gorgeous antique ring was crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and platinum during the Edwardian era. It features a 9.7mm button shape coral stone that is neatly set at t...

2.50 CTS No Oil Colombian Emerald Platinum Mounting containing 12 Round Brilliant Diamonds Signed - Winston

This cross pendant was created in France at the beginning of the 20th century. This cross has the arms ending in the shape of a heraldic lily and as a decoration in the front there i...

Collectible bakelite injection dot bangle from the 1930's. 6 creamy yellow dots circle the bangle in a staggered pattern.
Bangle measures .75" wide.
Interior width...

Circa 1900s GIA 1.54ct Old European Diamond Engagement Ring - VEG#35a Year: 1900s Item Details: Ring Size: 6.75 Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.8 gra...

Belle Epoque pin designed by Cartier. Colorful and very rare stick pin made during the Edwardian-Belle Epoque period. This beautiful piece was created in Paris France by the jewelry house of Cartier, back in the 1900. Carefully crafted in two parts made up of solid platinum, yellow and white gold of 18 karats. Embellished with a central panel decorated with engine turned guilloche topped with purple glossy enamel. Accented with thirty-five natural earth mined rose cut diamonds and the settings are finished with millegrain. Diamonds: Mounted in millegrain settings, with 35 old rose cut diamonds, 0.30 carats, G/H color, SI-1 clarity. Weight: 2.35 Grams, (1.51 Dwt). Measurements: 70 mm by 12 mm (2.76 x 0.47 Inches). Hallmarks Stamped with French marks, the maker's maitre mark CA inside a lozange cartouche, the head of the eagle for the assay and warranty of the gold, the four digits serial numbers and signed, "CARTIER PARIS 3840". Cartier The move to the rue de la Paix coincided with a period of extraordinary economic growth and affluence in France and the world. Cartier was also growing and expanding and had started to shift their emphasis from retailing to design and manufacture. Although they produced a small number of pieces in the Art Nouveau style, Cartier paid scant attention to the movement. They made their distinguishing mark in pioneering the use of platinum in creating the delicate and graceful Garland style that came to be associated with the Belle Époque. The discovery of the great diamond deposits in South Africa in the late 1860’s engendered the popularity of extravagant diamond jewelry. The technical advances in the manufacturing of platinum enabled designs of great intricacy, strength and flexibility such as found in the spectacular résille designs of Cartier. (See Edwardian Jewelry: 1901-1915). Cartier marked the beginning of the twentieth century by opening branches in London and New York, where their wealthiest and most dedicated clientele resided. The 1902 coronation of Edward VII occasioned a large number of commissions from England’s leading families. Records indicate that Cartier produced twenty-seven tiaras alone for the coronation and the event was instrumental in convincing the firm to seek a permanent presence in London. Indeed, by 1904 they had achieved their first of fifteen royal warrants being appointed official purveyor to the court of King Edward VII. The London branch came to thrive under the tutelage of Alfred’s youngest son, Jacques Cartier, establishing London based design and manufacturing workshops. Opening a Cartier store in New York was a natural progression as many of America’s wealthiest families and business magnates had been traveling to Paris for some time to purchase their jewels from Cartier. By 1906 Alfred had largely retired and Louis and his brother Pierre operated the Cartier business jointly. One of their first major decisions was to establish a New York presence and workshop in 1909 under the skilled direction of Pierre. Indicative of his business skills, Pierre famously secured Cartier’s present location, an elegant Beaux-Arts mansion at 653 Fifth Avenue, from industrialist Morton F. Plant in 1917. The building changed hands in exchange for $100 and a double strand of natural pearls, admired by Plant’s wife and valued at one million dollars, the asking price for the mansion. While the Fifth Avenue location remains priceless to the firm, when the pearls came up for auction in 1957, they fetched a mere $170,000. (From Lang's with thanks). Edwardian Jewelry This Period was during the King Edward VII, after whom this period of jewelry history is named, reigned over England for only nine years, yet the style of jewelry known as “Edwardian” was created roughly between 1890 and 1920. Edwardian-era rings tend to be larger, opulent pieces, and stacked ring designs were popular. The metal surfaces of the rings were often diamond-encrusted for additional shimmer. Each of these rings is a work of art, showcasing a bygone era of grace, elegance and the royalty the Edwardian era is named for. Guilloché This term is used in fine jewelry or objects de Vertu to enhance the appearance of boxes, frames, brooches, rings or pendants. Guilloché enamel refers to metal pieces that have been given the Guilloché treatment and then covered with a translucent layer of enamel, giving the geometric patterns underneath the enamel a colorful hue. Millegrain This is a jewelry technique which refers to the textural effect of a close-set line of metal beads that are typically used as a border on the edges or bezels of jewelry. Literature: Sotheby's fine jewels, London September 17 1021, Lot 146 for an identical piece illustrated with the original box Collateral: It is accompanied by the original Cartier presentation green jewelry box...

Antique Opal & Diamond Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Stamped Circa 1920s Makers Mark H & T Fabulous, 1920’s piece. Set with beautiful, fiery, natural opal’s & sparkling diamonds i...

A stunning, fine and impressive antique 0.78 carat sapphire and 0.88 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow gold ring; part of our antique Edwardian jewelry. This stunning and impressive di...

Vintage Buckle Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Tested Circa 1930s Introducing a stunning vintage 1930s 18ct yellow gold belt ring, exquisitely adorned with ro...

Antique 14k gold lily of the valley old mine cut diamond brooch with 5 dangling old mine cut diamonds estimate weight of 1 carat hall marke...

Beautiful Antique Art Deco Cartier Old Baguette Diamond and Emerald Cocktail Ring. This unbelievable Cartier ring is crafted in platinum. There is an elongated baguette cut diamond i...

Year: 1920s Item Details: Ring Size: 6 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 4.7 grams Diamond Details: Weight: 1.10ct total weight Cut: Old European brilliant Color:...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference "Spur" METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt White Gold / Kiln Fired Enamel Print CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 27mm X Diameter 34mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 19 Jewels / Caliber 979 DIAL / HANDS: Original Sterling Silver with Kiln Fired Enamel Print / Blued Steel Hands ATTACHMENT / BRACELET: Leather, 12mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT Yikes... we never see this model and have only seen a few in the last 50 years, and never one with what appears to be the original box. This was one of Hamiltons most legendary wristwatches and it is exceptional condition. Since it has been in a vault for about 50 years the price includes a factory quality service by our finest watchmaker. Asymmetrical models are among the most sought after wrist watches in the vintage world. Hamilton produced one of the earliest and most intriguing examples, which they called the "Spur" for obvious reasons. it was first introduced in 1928, the Spur remained in production until 1932. Oddly, it only appeared in the Hamilton catalogs for a single year, 1930. It can be presumed that the "Great Depression" had something to do with this. This rare timepiece boasts a distinctive case with a black enamel bezel. The Spur started a trend with Hamiltion and they next produced the "Piping Rock" models. The Spur has hidden lugs that are tucked behind a series of cascading fins, creating a truly unique design. A tiny watch, even by vintage standards, the Spur features a delicate 12mm strap. Originally priced at $125, production numbers were limited, with a total of 1,183 pieces created: 683 in white gold, 499 in yellow gold, and a single, elusive example in green gold. Just two years later, in 1928, Hamilton introduced another groundbreaking design: the "Piping Rock." This watch featured a tonneau-shaped gold case with a striking black enamel bezel. Its unique aesthetic captured the attention of the era, and it was chosen to commemorate the New York Yankees' World Series victory that same year. Specially engraved editions were presented to legendary players like Lou Gehrig and Babe Ruth, solidifying the Piping Rock's place in Hamilton's history of iconic timepieces. HAMILTON HISTORY The wrong train, on the wrong track, at the wrong time at the end of the 19th century frequently resulted in disastrous train wrecks. In response to the critical need for accuracy on the nation’s railroads, laws were passed in 1891 establishing set standards of accuracy. All engineers and railroad workers were required to purchase and maintain their watches to keep accurate time based on set standards, about 30 seconds per week was the tolerance. This was the inspiration for The Hamilton Watch Company which was founded in 1892 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The company was started by a group of investors who were looking to create a high-quality, American-made watch. Hamilton quickly became a leading manufacturer of pocket watches, and by the early 1900s, the company was supplying watches to the US military. In 1917, Hamilton introduced its first wristwatch for service men entering the first World War. The wristwatch quickly became popular with both soldiers and civilians recognizing how practical they were. Hamilton continued to grow throughout the 1920s and 1930s, and by the 1940s, the company was one of the largest watchmakers in the world. Hamilton had exceptional engineers and designers, and their watches were elegantly styled as well as dependable. As a watchmaker myself I consider Hamilton to be one of the worlds “best” watches. It was mass produced perfection. Even today, you can take 100 old Hamilton’s of the same model apart and shake them up in a bag and reassemble 100 watches that will work perfectly with almost no adjustment. This is an achievement. In the early 1930’s our family store in Los Angeles was the a “Hamilton” Store. Even during the depression though Hamilton did not allow you to discount the price to sell a watch. Also, in the neighborhood was another Hamilton store and one day the owner sent in a “shill” to buy a Hamilton from us. Someone gave them a slight discount. Well, that was all it took for Hamilton to “pull the line” from us. In those days the local jewelry supply houses sold you the watches and they were all told not to sell to us. We simply contacted Gruen, and they were very excited to have a new account in Los Angeles and we immediately became a Gruen Store. A few months later, the other jeweler in the neighborhood went out of business and Hamilton came back to us asking if we wanted “the line” again. No thanks was the response and we never carried Hamilton again. During World War II, Hamilton supplied watches to the US military again. In addition, with contracts for the Navy, they produced the world’s most accurate navigational chronometers. The company also developed several new technologies for use in military watches. After the war, Hamilton continued to innovate, and the company introduced several new watch designs for the future. Unfortunately, they made one very poor executive decision in the 1950’s. Having invented the first “electric” or battery watch they decided to launch it before all the “bugs'' were worked out. Too many of them failed and at the same time, Bulova launched their version of the electric, or battery watch called the Accutron. It did not fail and that was the demise of one of America's most successful and influential companies. Their watches, however, still live on and parts are available and the average Hamilton, with only average care, will last hundreds of years. Their commitment to excellence has never been surpassed by any watch company. The Hamilton Spur...

Beautiful Art Deco Diamond Engagement Ring centering a Brilliant cut Diamond, approx. 0.45 carat; wonderful H color and VS2 clarity, milgrain setting; shank is 18K and top mounting i...