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Period: 19th Century
Gemstone: Peridot
Antique Victorian Navette Cluster Ring with Green Peridot and Rose Cut Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A truly stunning antique Victorian 18K gold ring dating to around 1890. This navette-shaped cluster is constructed with 37 silver set rose cut diamonds surrounding an emerald cut per...
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Late 19th Century Dutch Late Victorian Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold
2.36ct Aquamarine, 3.72ct Citrine, 2.10ct Amethyst Peridot and Pearl Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 2.36 carat aquamarine, 3.71 carat citrine, 2.10 carat amethyst, 0.80 carat peridot and seed pearl, 12 karat yellow gold necklace; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
This stunning, fine and impressive antique necklace has been crafted in 12k yellow gold with a 15k yellow gold chain.
The medial point of the necklace is embellished with a feature claw set 2.10Ct heart cut amethyst.
Either side of this central stone is ornamented with a claw set round faceted cut citrine, totalling 3.72Cts and a claw set emerald cut peridot, totalling 0.80Ct.
Each feature gemstone is conjoined with two oval links connected with a bezel set seed pearl.
The centre of the gemstone setting is further embellished with a claw set 2.36ct cushion cut aquamarine, articulated and suspended from a plain linear bar drop.
The gemstone setting of this necklace connects to a 15k yellow gold chain, securing via a barrel clasp ornamented with floral hot enamel decoration.
This antique gemstone necklace...
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1890s Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Pearl, Peridot, Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 5.50ct Amethyst Peridot and Pearl Necklace, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This Victorian necklace exudes elegance with a series of rub over set amethysts, including a central pear cut and four round cuts totalling 5.50 carat. Sitting in between the amethys...
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, 15k Gold, Silver
Antique Diamond and Peridot Brooch Pendant Late 19th Century
Located in Geneva, CH
Antique Old mine cut Diamond and cushion old mine cut Peridot on silver and gold Brooch convertible Pendant.
The Pear shape old mine cut Diamond can be detached and worn as a separat...
Category
Late 19th Century European Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Peridot, Gold, Silver
Victorian Lion Locket Old Mine Cut Diamond Peridot Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a spectacular antique Victorian Lion Locket in 10 Karat Gold with an Old Mine Cut Diamond in the mouth and two sparkling green Peridot gems in the ...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Peridot, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
Swiss Enamel Cantons Bracelet, circa 1835
Located in London, GB
An antique, Swiss Cantons bracelet, with the Cantons represented by portraits of ladies in national costume, in painted enamel; set with rubies, turquoise, hessonite garnet, amethyst...
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1830s Swiss Georgian Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Ruby, Rock Crystal, Peridot, Garnet, Aquamarine, Amethyst, Gold
Vahan 14KT & Sterling Silver, Peridot Bracelet
By Alwand Vahan
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Vintage, Alwand Vahan 14 karat yellow gold with Sterling Silver bangle bracelet. Center of the clasp contains a Peridot weighing approximately 2.50 carats. The bracelet measures appr...
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Late 19th Century Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Peridot, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Peridot, Citrine, White Sapphire And Gold Festoon Necklace, Circa 1890
Located in London, GB
An antique, peridot, citrine, white sapphire and gold festoon necklace, with round, cushion and drop shaped faceted peridots and citrines, in gallery claw settings, and white sapphir...
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1890s British Victorian Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Citrine, Peridot, Sapphire, 15k Gold
Victorian Peridot Pearl Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
Step into a world of timeless elegance and whimsical allure with this Victorian peridot, pearl, and turquoise ring. Nestled in a bed of lustrous 10k gold, this stunning ring showcase...
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Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Peridot, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, 10k Gold, Gold
Important Antique Early-19th Century Swiss Enamel, Gold, and Multi-Gem Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A highly important Georgian Swiss enamel, gold, and multi-gemstone necklace with pendant elements, in 18k. The elaborately decorated links are set with topaz, peridots, garnets, sap...
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1830s Georgian Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Garnet, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Sunburst with Diamond and Peridot Platina Gold Pendant
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
This sunburst pendant is made from 14 carat yellow gold and platinum set with bolshevik cut diamonds and peridot.
Material: Yellow gold and platinum
Quality: 14 carat and 900
Diamo...
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Peridot, Gold, Platinum
Victorian 18 Karat Gold Peridot Diamond Colourful Enamel Secret Space Bracelet
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is an amazing Victorian hinged bangle bracelet crafted in 18K yellow gold. Circa 1880.
Has a secret compartment inside. Possibly for the love messages or a reminder of the love...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Peridot, Gold, Enamel
Russian Empire Period Jeweled Double Eagle Brooch with Large Peridot & Diamonds
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This amazing vintage platinum Russian Empire period brooch was deftly crafted depicting a double headed eagle holding a royal scepter with his right talon and a royal orb in his left...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Russian Empire Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Peridot, Platinum
Victorian 9.32 Carat Peridot and Seed Pearl 15k Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 9.32 carat peridot and seed pearl, 15 karat yellow gold necklace - boxed; part of our diverse Victorian jewellery collections
This stunning a...
Category
1890s Unknown Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Peridot, Yellow Gold
Victorian Natural Peridot Diamond Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in Napoli, IT
This marvellous Victorian brooch pendant is 1880 ca
Hand crafted of solid 18 Kt gold with silver portions in a round shape
Principle stone is a bright and sparkly round faceted cut n...
Category
1880s European Victorian Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, Silver
1800s Antique 1.78 Carat Peridot Pearl and 15k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 1.78 carat peridot, pearl and 15 karat yellow gold pendant; part of our diverse antique Victorian jewellery collections
The centre of the floral frame is ornam...
Category
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Peridot, Yellow Gold
Antique Vibrant Peridot Pearl Ruby Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful and colorful antique 18k gold necklace, adorned with pearls, bright rubies, green peridots, featuring cross pendant and 4 chain necklace.
The necklace is 16" long, cross i...
Category
19th Century Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Peridot, Ruby, Gold
Antique Arts&Crafts Jade 18kGold 10 ProngSetDiamond&Gems ArmHand Amulet Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
With elements of the cross-over late-Arts&Crafts and early-Art-Nouveau movements, this antique turn-of-the-century mottled-green jade amulet pendant is ela...
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Late 19th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Jade, Peridot, Yellow Sapphire, Beryl, Garnet, Blue...
Antique Edwardian Peridot Pearl Pendant in 15ct Gold, circa 1901-1915
Located in Kendal, GB
A pretty antique Edwardian pendant from the early 1900s depicting a floral wreath topped with a bow. It’s decorated with an array of gleaming white seed pearls across the front and t...
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19th Century European Edwardian Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Peridot, Gold
Mindi Mond Original Victorian Floating Peridot Drop Earrings
By Mindi Mond
Located in New York, NY
Mindi Mond's Reconceived One-of-a-Kind Cushion Cut Peridot Drop Earrings will transport you back in time to the captivating Victorian era. These vibrant earrings are a timeless ode t...
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1850s Victorian Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Victorian 1890 Necklace in 18kt Gold with 51.04cts Peridots Turquoises & Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
A gems set necklace from the Victorian era.
Beautiful drop necklace, created in England during the Victorian era, back in the 1890. This piece was designed with very colorful taste ...
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1890s English Late Victorian Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Peridot, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Giuliano Enamel, Peridot, Moonstone, Garnet and Gold Pendant, circa 1885
Located in London, GB
A Carlo Giuliano enamel, peridot, moonstone, garnet and gold pendant with a cabochon-cut peridot, in the centre of a cluster of eight, cabochon-cut moonstones, with a blue, white, black and red enamelled fleur-de-lys surround, bordered by a circle of white spotted black enamel, with a briolette-cut garnet pendant, with a black, blue and white enamelled cap and a black and white enamelled pendant bail, mounted in gold, circa 1885.
Carlo Giuliano (1831-1895) was a jeweller and goldsmith, born in Naples, Italy in 1831, it’s believed that Giuliano was trained in Alessandro Castellani’s workshop in Rome, and later sent to London to establish a branch of the Casa Castellani.
After leaving Castellani’s employment in the early 1860’s, Giuliano opened his own workshop manufacturing jewellery at 13 Frith Street in Soho. During this time, without a shopfront, Giuliano retailed his jewels through a number of established and well-respected jewellers such as Robert Phillips, C.F. Hancock, Harry Emanuel...
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1880s English Victorian Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, Moonstone, Peridot, Gold, Enamel
Victorian Peridot Seed Pearl Engraved 15K Gold Ring
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details:
Absolutely stunning Victorian piece! This is a beautiful green marquise peridot, surrounded by seed pearls set in a stunning yellow 15K yellow gold, engraved around the enti...
Category
Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Peridot, 15k Gold
Art Nouveau 18K Gold Ombre Enamel Peridot Pearl Diamond Necklace, circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Art Nouveau period 18K gold, Ombre enamel, faceted peridot, diamond and natural pearl necklace. With a central oval peridot measuring 9mm by 6mm...
Category
Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Peridot, 18k Gold, Enamel
Victorian 6.6 Carat Peridot Rose Cut Diamond Silver Gold Earrings
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
A Spectacular Victorian c.1890 18 Carat Gold and approx. 6.6 Carat Peridot drop earrings with a rose cut diamonds mounted in solid silver. The earrings...
Category
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Peridot, Gold, Silver
British 1900 Liberty Art and Craft Bracelet in 15 Cts with Pearls and Peridots
Located in Miami, FL
A beautiful Art and Craft bracelet by Liberty & Co.
An antique piece made in the United Kingdom between the 1890 and 1910. The design have the strong influence of the Liberty-Art & ...
Category
1890s British Arts and Crafts Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Peridot, Natural Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Georgian Starburst Clasp Oriental Pearl Peridot 15 Karat Gold Silver
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This precious clasp designed as a starburst was intended for a bracelet or a necklace, most likely to be worn with pearls. The oval fasetted peridot has been set in a silver setting...
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1810s British George III Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Oriental Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 15k Gold, Silver
Sloan & Co. Victorian 14kt 3-Stone Peridot + Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
A stunning bracelet from the Victorian (ca1880) era by Newark, NJ maker Sloan & Company! Crafted in vibrant 14kt yellow gold, this slip-on style bangle features 3 sparkling gemstones...
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1880s American Victorian Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Seed Pearls and Peridots Gold Brooch
Located in MELBOURNE, VIC
Stunning Antique Late Victorian 15 Carat yellow gold Brooch
Encrusted with Seed Pearls and Peridots
In a shape of a flower with an elevated centre.
Dimensions: 31.2 mm x 31.2 mm.
Bro...
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19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Peridot, 18k Gold
Early Victorian Peridot and Gold Parure
Located in London, GB
An early Victorian peridot and gold parure in the Knight pattern, the necklace consisting of three plaques each set with five cushion shape faceted p...
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Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Peridot, Yellow Gold, Gold
14 Carat Yellow Gold Ruby Peridotes Russia Anchor Stickpin
Located in Orimattila, FI
Stick Pin
14 Carat Yellow Gold Ruby Peridotes Russia Anchor Stickpin
Russian gold stamp 56
Small ruby and peridotes
Made in Russia before 1917
Category
19th Century Russian Russian Empire Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Peridot, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Victorian Gold and Peridot Brooch/Pendant
Located in Firenze, IT
The central cushion cut peridot star-shaped motif.
Size : 3.3cm x 4.2cm
Weight: 15,27gr.
Category
1890s British Victorian Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Peridot, Gold, 15k Gold
1895 Art Nouveau Diamond and Peridot Enamel and Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive 0.04 carat diamond, 0.03 carat peridot and enamel, 14 karat and 9 karat yellow gold Art Nouveau pin brooch; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate jewelry collections.
This exceptional fine and impressive Art Nouveau pin has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with a 9k yellow gold pin.
The terminal of the impressive antique pin has been designed in the shape of a woman's portrait in profile.
The terminal if embellished with exceptional hand painted enamel replicating the details the woman's facial features.
The shaped terminal setting incorporates her curled hair held within an impressive Art Nouveau period forehead headband, enhanced with swags and feather protrusions, all crafted in 14k yellow gold.
The woman's headband is ornamented with three impressive Old European round cut diamonds, alternating with three round faceted cut peridots, completing the exceptional Art Nouveau design.
This impressive antique pin brooch is hallmarked to the reverse of the setting with the 14k gold fineness mark and has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 14 and 9 karat gold.
This exceptional Art Nouveau pin in gold is supplied with an independent diamond and gemstone grading report card.
Such original Art Nouveau examples of this exceptional quality are becoming increasingly difficult to locate.
Images do not always reflect the true color and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual color and showcases each stone.
Condition
This impressive Art Nouveau pin in gold is exceptional quality, set with peridots displaying fine color and brilliance.
The well color matched supporting diamonds display a fine white color and brilliance.
This pin brooch is an exceptional gauge of gold and in exceptional condition, with a clear hallmark to the reverse of the setting.
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of antique peridot...
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1890s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Peridot, Diamond, Enamel, Yellow Gold
18kt Yellow Gold Amethyst Peridot and Pearl Bangle Crown Bracelet
Located in Firenze, IT
Rigid opening bracelet in 750 thousandths yellow gold, the center decorated with a crown adorned with small cultured pearls.
Diameter: 5.8 cm
We...
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1870s French Napoleon III Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 4.35 Carat Peridot 2.56 Carat Emerald Sapphire Seed Pearl Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning 4.35 carat peridot, 2.56 carat emerald and sapphire, seed pearl and 18 karat yellow gold brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections.
This stunning, fine and impressive antique gemstone brooch has been crafted in 18k yellow gold.
The brooch is ornamented with a feature 4.35Ct oval mixed cut peridot, bezel set in subtle relief to the centre of the design.
The peridot is encircled by a total of sixteen 3.5mm seed pearls.
Sixteen individual kite shaped settings emanate from the central arrangement.
The kite shaped settings are embellished with four emeralds, four pink sapphires and eight yellow sapphires, in a combination of pear cuts, old mine cuts and Old European cuts.
The brooch secures to the reverse with a hinged pin and clasp, and benefits from the additional security of a fine link safety chain.
The brooch also has an attachment to which a jump ring may be attached if so desired, the brooch fastening may also be unscrewed to allow this versatile brooch to be worn as a pendant.
This Victorian brooch has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 18k gold.
The brooch is supplied with two independent diamond grading report cards.
"Rather than regarding inclusions in coloured stones as harmful, in small sizes and numbers that do not in any way detract from their beauty, they should be regarded as adding to desirability, for they provide identifying characteristics."
Reference: The Connoisseur’s Guide to Precious Gemstones, R.Wise, Brunswick House Press.
Condition
This stunning antique brooch is exceptional quality set with a peridot, pearls, sapphires and emeralds. The brooch is an exceptional gauge of gold and is in excellent condition.
Gemstone Quality
Peridot Quality
Color Green
Cut Oval mixed
Content 4.35 carat
Dimensions 13.60mm x 9.43mm x 3.93mm
Sapphire Quality
Color Pink / Yellow
Cut Old mine / Old European
Emerald Quality
Color Green
Cut Pear / Old Mine
Total Supporting Gemstone Content
2.56 carats
Dimensions
Length of setting 3.5cm/1.37"
Width of setting 4cm/1.57"
Height of setting 9.50mm/0.37"
Length of safety chain 7.5cm/2.95"
Pearl diameter 3.5mm
Weight
15.20 grams
Date: Circa 1880
Video: A video of this fine piece is available upon request.
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of antique gemstone jewelry...
Category
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Pearl, Peridot, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique 5.19 Carat Citrine and 3.72 Carat Peridot Yellow Gold Gate Bracelet
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 5.19 carat cognac citrine and 3.72 carat peridot, 9 karat yellow gold 3 bar gate style bracelet; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate jewelry collec...
Category
1890s English Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Citrine, Peridot, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
French 19th Century Peridot Natural Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karat yellow gold.
This long antique brooch is adorned in the center with an octagonal peridot in bezel setting with thin claws and bordered with gold half pearls. On ei...
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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.41 Carat Amethyst and 2.56 Carat Peridot Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring Circa 1890
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique 2.41 carat amethyst and 2.56 carat peridot, 9 karat yellow gold cluster ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
This stunning, f...
Category
1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Peridot, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Kunzite and Peridot 2.96 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning Victorian 1.23 carat kunzite and 1.12 carat peridot, 2.96 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelr...
Category
1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Kunzite, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 2.65 Carat Tourmaline and Peridot Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique Victorian 2.65 carat tourmaline and 0.95 carat peridot, 14 and 15 karat yellow gold necklace; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
This stunning, fine and impressive antique gemstone necklace has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with a 15k yellow gold chain.
The symmetrical, pierced decorated and scrolling design is ornamented with a four individually bezel set tourmalines in various colours; two oval cut pink tourmalines, and two cushion cut tourmalines in varying shades of green.
A 0.95Ct cushion cut peridot is collet set to the upper border of the intertwined design.
The feature frame suspends from a four claw set cushion cut green tourmaline via two 15k yellow gold 3.5cm belcher style chains to either side of the design.
The claw set tourmaline and feature frame suspend and articulate from a 15k yellow gold 16" fine belcher chain, securing to the reverse with a cylindrical push fit clasp.
This Victorian gemstone necklace...
Category
1890s Unknown Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Peridot, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late Victorian Gold Dress Pin with Two Heart Peridot Stones
Located in Firenze, IT
A Victorian gold dress pin decorated with two heart shaped green peridots framed by a gold and micro seed pearls knotted ribbon, overall length 43 mm.
Category
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Peridot, Gold
1890s Russian Multi Gemstone 15 Karat Gold Necklace
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A very chic 1890s Russian necklace, beautifully composed with various fine gemstones.
The center stone is a bright pear shaped imperial topaz, below...
Category
Late 19th Century Russian Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Pe...
Giuliano Enamel Gem-Set Brooch
By Giuliano
Located in London, GB
An enamel and gem-set brooch by Giuliano, the stylized feather-shaped brooch of pierced scroll-work decorated with black and white enamel, claw set with a cushion shaped peridot meas...
Category
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Peridot Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, Diamond, Peridot, Yellow Gold
Vintage and Antique Peridot Jewelry and Watches for Sale on 1stDibs
Vividly colored. Relatively inexpensive. The striking green gemstone that is the star of the show in your vintage and antique peridot jewelry and watches is timeless and loved all over the world.
Suffering from nightmares? Try placing a peridot next to your pillow. In ancient Egypt, where the semiprecious stone was first discovered (and where it was referred to as the “gem of the sun”), it was believed to have magical powers, including the ability to protect people from evil spirits, including the ones responsible for bad dreams. Luckily for those wanting to test their efficacy against nighttime terrors, peridots are relatively inexpensive. Luckier still for August babies, whose birthstone it is, the vibrant green jewel in vintage peridot earrings, peridot rings and more goes beautifully with a summer wardrobe.
Peridot was mined in ancient times, perhaps as early as 1500 BC, on Topazos Island, today known as Zabargad or St. John’s Island, in the Red Sea. According to gemologist Edward Gübelin, “the occurrence of peridot on Zabargad is intimately related to the regional geology and the tectonic processes that on a larger scale were responsible for the formation of the Red Sea itself.”
Those ancient deposits have been exhausted. Today the largest and finest peridots come from Pakistan and Myanmar, while the San Carlos Apache Reservation in Arizona is the source of most of the stones used in mass-produced jewelry. Peridots are also found in Vietnam, Tanzania and China.
Zabargad is the source of the most famous large peridots, several of which are prized parts of public collections. The Natural History Museum in London owns a 146-carat step-cut stone, but it is the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, DC, that boasts the largest cut peridot, weighing 310 carats. Then there’s the Chicago Field Museum’s pear-shaped Green Goddess, weighing 154-carat and etched with the figure of a woman. It was acquired at the World’s Columbian Exposition in 1893, and In 2008, the renowned Chicago jeweler Lester Lampert designed an 18-karat yellow-gold setting for the stone, surrounding it with 3.24 carats of yellow diamonds.
Find vintage and antique peridot brooches, necklaces and other accessories on 1stDibs.
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