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Item Ships From: Continental Europe
Exclusive And Iconic Beetle Brooch in 18 Karat Yellow Gold And Ebony Wood
By Eva Soussana
Located in Paris, FR
Eva Soussana and her partner the "Atelier Franck Mico", are proud to introduce to you the "Helmet" Beetle, an exclusive and iconic piece created by Eva Soussana and Franck Mico, manu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Artist Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th century Gold and cut crystal perfume Flask, Dutch
Located in Paris, FR
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. ...
Category
1780s French Antique Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Crystal, Gold
Antique Jugendstil Silver Serpent Belt Buckle
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This is an antique silver belt buckle from the Jugendstil period, Germany 1890-1914. The buckle is created in 900 silver and it has a beautiful design with rose gold 'serpent teeth'. The piece has a silver carved striped design with two rose gold colored prongs, which represent the 'serpent teeth'. The bottom of the piece reveals a buckle, making it easy to attach to a favorite ribbon or leather belt. Presumably, the belt buckle used...
Category
Early 20th Century German Jugendstil Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Silver
Alex Jona Golf-Club Sterling Silver Cufflinks
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, CH
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, rhodium plated sterling silver golf-club cufflinks. These cufflinks feature a T-Bar fastening, aiding in easy use and confidence t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver
Three Big Golden Eggs with Diamonds Emeralds and Rubies in 18K yellow gold
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
This beautiful set of three ornamental gold egg boxes are truly novel and symbolise good fortune, prosperity and love.
Each egg was fine crafted in 18K gold with screw fittings in th...
Category
Mid-20th Century British Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Handmade Porcelain Egg Clock
Located in Vannes, FR
Discover this wonderful egg-shaped clock, crafted in Limoges porcelain and finely hand-painted, signed by the artist. The delicate painting depicts a bouquet of spring flowers, addin...
Category
1980s French Vintage Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Early 19th Century Curved Snuff Box
Located in Paris, FR
A rectangular snuff box with rounded corners. The box is lightly curved, allowing it to fit comfortably into a pocket. The box is entirely cove...
Category
1820s French Empire Antique Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Gold
JEAN DUNAND Enamel and Metal Cigarette Box
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A large metal box decorated with two triangle decorations in red and eggshell enamel on a brown back ground, signed: Jean Dunand, circa 1925.
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Garnet & Diamond Spider Accessory
Located in Malmö, SE
This exquisite decorative spider, crafted in 18K gold, is both striking and elegant. Showcasing a 25.24 ct fantasy-cut garnet as its body, its intricate design is further enhanced by...
Category
Early 2000s Swedish Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, 18k Gold
18Kt Rose Gold Precious Belt Buckle Made in Italy Gift Idea
Located in Bergamo, BG
Precious belt buckle, made entirely in Italy by master goldsmiths.
Weight 37.70 grams
This buckle fits belts 3 cm wide
The leather belt pictured is a "display stand" only. You wi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Georgian Engraved Sterling Silver Sash Belt Buckle, 1825
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This silver rectangular curved sash buckle is made in early nineteenth century, Georgian era. The central pillar is hinged with a two-prong, which is flanked by an openwork heart-sha...
Category
Early 19th Century Dutch Georgian Antique Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Limoges Enamel Keepsake Box. Second part of the 19th Century.
Located in Paris, FR
Small, rectangular, enamel keepsake box from Limoges. The lid is decorated with a central medallion featuring the profile of an upper-class woman, who was certainly the owner of this...
Category
1870s French Renaissance Revival Antique Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Enamel
Antique Victorian Essex Crystal Hunting Dog 14K Gold Lapel Pin
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique reverse intaglio crystal stickpin or lapel pin depicting a hunting dog. The dog painting was done on a reverse carved crystal and has a mother of pearl background. The cry...
Category
Late 19th Century European Late Victorian Antique Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Crystal, 14k Gold
Handcraft 925 Thousandths Silver Bag
Located in Marcianise, IT
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...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Silver
1950s Faraone Ruby Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Gold Compact
By Faraone
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A chic 18k gold compact by the Italian company Faraone, studded with high quality rectangular cut rubies, diamonds and sapphires in the colors of the ...
Category
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Enamel casket with mythological scenes signed Klein in Paris
Located in Paris, FR
A small enamel rectangular casket decorated with mythological scenes framed with ormolu twisted stripes and flowers. The Rape of Proserpina by the god Pluto adorn the lid. The body o...
Category
1860s Austrian Antique Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Enamel
Antique 14K Gold Filigree Cannetille Needles, Netherlands
Located in Rotterdam, NL
These magnificent and rare antique 19th century forehead needle and stick pins jewelry set are made in 14 karat gold. These headdress ornaments are beaut...
Category
Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Antique Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Crown Unknown Silvery Metal Head Jewelry
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Unknown - Silvery metal head jewelry ornamented with rhinestones. To be mentioned, a few rhinestones are missing.
Additional information:
Condition: Good condition
Dimensions: Lengt...
Category
1980s Vintage Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Vintage Silver Plated S.T. DUPONT Ligne 1 BR Regular Lighter in Box 1980s
By S.T. Dupont
Located in DELFT, NL
Established as the zenith of luxury and precision, S.T. Dupont epitomizes exquisitely engineered lighters that have been the embodiment of elegance since their inception. The brand's legacy is marked by its pioneering creations that captivate through timeless design and superb craftsmanship. Among their most cherished offerings, the Ligne 1 series stands as an icon in the world of luxury lighters. This charisma is enriched by its vintage allure, making it a prized possession for collectors who esteem the finer things in life. Possessing a Ligne 1 lighter is not merely about ownership—it's about embracing a slice of S.T. Dupont's illustrious past wherever your journeys may lead.
The S.T. Dupont Ligne 1...
Category
1980s French Vintage Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Silver Plate
1950s Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Compact Box with Mirror
Located in Milano, Lombardia
This exquisite 1950s vintage compact box, crafted in solid 18K yellow gold, showcases the exceptional artistry of its era. Its exterior is intricately ador...
Category
19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
18k Gold
Juan Prat, Lapis lazuli, Gold and Diamonds Necklace drawing in conté pencil 1983
Located in Bilbao, ES
Juan Prat, Lapis lazuli, Yellow and White Gold and Diamonds Necklace
Original drawing in conté pencil, heightened with white on oatmeal coloured vergé paper by Juan Prat.
The work w...
Category
20th Century Argentine Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sapphire, White Gold
Theater Drama Openwork Golden Metal Hair Jewelry
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Theater - Hair jewelry looking like a comb. Openwork golden metal jewelry created for drama performances.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good co...
Category
1920s Vintage Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Black Opal Phoenix bird Carving for necklace Cobalt Blue 68 carats
Located in Berlin, DE
One of a kind piece - Black Opal "Phoenix" bird carved by Daniela L`Abbate, world champion of Opal carving
opal origin - Australia
opal weight - 68.85 ca...
Category
2010s Australian Art Nouveau Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Opal, Black Opal
Gold box with cut sides
Located in Paris, FR
Rectangular gold box with cut sides. The hinged gold lid is adorned with concentric lines framed by a floral frieze of foliage on amati gold background. The frame is composed of four...
Category
1790s French Neoclassical Antique Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Gold
Antique inlaid jewelry box with AM mongram, Scandinavia, early XX century.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Magnificent antique jewelry box made of walnut wood. The box has custom made newly restored jewelry compartments for rings / earrings and other jewels in black velvet alike black mat...
Category
Early 20th Century Scandinavian Art Nouveau Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Antique Late 18th Century Cameo of a Follower of Dyonisos or Bacchus Hardstone
Located in Munich, Bavaria
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...
Category
1790s Italian Artist Antique Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Quartz, Silver
Early 19th Century Opaline Perfume Flask with Gold
Located in Paris, FR
A Charles X Perfume flask in cut purple opaline called "diamond point cut". Gold mounted that can be worn as a pendant .
14 K gold.
H: 1.18in. (3.5 cm) / l...
Category
1820s Antique Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Gold
Small Charles X Ball Notebook, Palais-Royal
Located in Paris, FR
A small Charles X ball notebook in mother-of-pearl and ormolu chiselled with flowers and flowery interlacings. Engraved in French "Souvenir", decorated with branches and Palais-Royal typical enamel flower on one face, and with simple branches on the other face. Il has its original paper pencil. French Palais...
Category
1820s French Neoclassical Antique Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Pearl, Bronze
Hand Painted Multicolored Porcelain Parrot, Meissen Manufactory
Located in Roma, IT
This beautiful parrot was made by the Meissen factory, perhaps the oldest and most prestigious porcelain factory in Europe, using the model created by Kandler in the 1700s.
In 1731 t...
Category
2010s German Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Gold Nugget Vintage Pin
Located in Geneva, CH
Gold Nugget mounted on a Vintage Pin 14K gold.
Height (including pin): 7.00 centimeters.
Weight: 7.98 grams.
Category
Early 20th Century Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Gold
Tourmaline and Sapphire Ring Guitar Pick Shape with Music Box Object D'Art
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
The Harmony Ring -one of a kind- is made for you by Nicofilimon, whose work has been worn on screen by Oscar-winner Penélope Cruz. He designed the jewelry for the 2001 film Captain Corelli's Mandolin, a story set...
Category
2010s Greek Artist Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Money Clip 18kt Yellow Gold with Brown Diamonds and Rubies Unique Gift for Him
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Money clip 18Kt Yellow gold, Circle Matte Finish set with brown diamonds and rubies. A unique masterpiece that gives a view about man's different day times, and expresses the majority of men. Ready to go and unshaved. A statement ONE-OF-A-KIND moneyclip, that gives a uniquness to your style.
Title: Alter Ego Nicofilimon 2012
Metalloplasies Collection : Fragments of creativity, representing all different paths Nicofilimon has walked on during his career.
Occasion: Anniversary / Wedding / Engangment
Information: One of a kind - in stock
ARTISAN BODY PARTS
Moving parts on a body map. Valuable materials. Cosmic symbols. Processed by an attitude, dimension and motion giving hand...
Category
2010s Greek Contemporary Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Brown Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Silver Neo Renaissance Desk Seal
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A large silver Neo Renaissance desk seal or presse papier in the form a Renaissance ring with an octahedron diamond set in a quatrefoil bezel. The shank is h...
Category
1880s French Renaissance Revival Antique Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Chanel Orange Bakelite Key Ring
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Golden metal and orange bakelite key ring representing a camellia.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Height: 11 cm
Seller Reference: BRB149
Category
Early 2000s Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
"Ostrich Feather Tickler Attachment" Sterling Silver 925 in Stock
By Betony Vernon
Located in Rome, IT
The "Ostrich Feather Tickler Attachment" was designed by Betony Vernon in 1996 and continues to seduce BV collectors today. Fabricated using multiple l...
Category
1990s Italian Contemporary Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver
Chanel Champagne Metal Head Jewelry
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Champagne metal head jewelry with costume pearls and glass pearls.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Length: 56 cm
Seller...
Category
2010s French Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Coral Sculpture of Venus or Flora
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A coral sculpture of Venus with two putti: one in her arms, the other in her lap, and holding a cornucopia. Sciacca, Italy, 17th century.
Additiona...
Category
17th Century Italian Antique Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Coral
Antique Victorian Charm Pendant Seal Bird of Pray Claw Holding a Fluorite Ball
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This antique charm was created in the last quarter of the nineteenth century out of metal. The pendant is designed as a claw of a bird of prey holding a fluorite ball. The naturalist...
Category
1980s European Victorian Vintage Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Fluorite, Base Metal, Other
19th Century Gold and Enamel Vinaigrette
Located in Paris, FR
Small vinaigrette in gold and enamel. The miniature basin, which was used to hold fabric or cotton infused with fragrance, and its lid are decorated with multicolored bouquets of flo...
Category
1820s French Neoclassical Antique Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Gold, Enamel
Antique Russain Imperial Cigarette Tobacco case box solid 84 Silver 202 gr
Located in SE
Russian cigarette case box in solid 84 Silver with intricate hand-engraved floral decor on the lid and gilt interior. Hidden compartment for matches on one side with removable match-...
Category
Early 1900s Russian Aesthetic Movement Antique Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Silver
Theater Golden Metal Drama Crown with Multicolored Rhinestones
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Theater - Golden metal crown with multicolored rhinestones, from drama performances. It ties with a velvet link.
Additional information:
Condition: Good condition
Dimensions: Length...
Category
1920s Vintage Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
18Kt Gold Rare Compact Powder Box - Made in Italy 1970 circa - Geometric Pattern
Located in Bergamo, BG
To make this collector's item now, with top-notch Italian craftsmanship, would cost about €20,000
This powder box is an embodiment of sheer elegance and sophistication, a vintage tr...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Silver Plated DUNHILL Rollagas Lighter Waves 1960s
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in DELFT, NL
The prestigious house of Dunhill, a pinnacle of luxury and distinguished craftsmanship, is revered for its timeless lighters that have captured the hearts of many since the early 20t...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Silver Plate
Perfume Flask in Cut Crystal with Gold Stopper, Mid-19th Century
Located in Paris, FR
Teardrop-shaped flask in blown and cut crystal. It is embellished with several different decorative patterns: a ridged pattern surrounds the edge; the back side features a rectangular band with a diamond cut pattern and starburst rays above and below the rectangle; and the front side has a rectangle that frames a cartouche that has been left undecorated so that the owner’s initials can be added there. The gold, screw top lid is intricately accented with geometric patterns. A small, crystal stopper inside the lid helps preserve the perfume. The flask is stored in its original red leather case.
In France, the art of crystal making began to develop during the late18th century with inspiration from British crystal...
Category
1850s French Antique Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Crystal, Gold
Early 20th Century Silver Filigree Clutch Bag Purse Handle
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This early 20th century filigree ladies bag wrist carrier is made of silver. The silver is beautifully made of fine filigree and the hook on top is designed into grapes and leaves.
...
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Rose Gold Sewing Thimble Flowers Carved
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
This Art Deco sewing thimble is a truly special and unique object, crafted with exceptional artistry and attention to detail. Made from 18-karat rose gold, this thimble not only serv...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Hand-Painted Hatching Baby Crocodile Porcelain Limoges Box, France
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Add a touch of French charm and playful artistry to your collection with this delightful hand-painted Limoges porcelain box. Crafted in France and signed "La Vie en Rose, Peint Main,...
Category
Late 20th Century French Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Gilt Metal
Hand-Painted Colorful Pintail Duck French Porcelain Limoges Box
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This charming Limoges porcelain trinket box features a beautifully hand-painted pintail duck resting on a lily pad base, showcasing exquisite detail and vivid color. The sculpted duc...
Category
Late 20th Century French Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Gilt Metal
Sterling Silver Stirrup Cup 'Deer’
Located in Roma, IT
This deer is one of 12 exclusive Serra's sterling silver "stirrup glasses", (weight 360 gr circa ) models date back to around the mid-1900s, and represent 12 animals that can be placed on the table to serve wine. Te
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...
Category
2010s Italian Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Antique Art Nouveau Evening Bag Silver Mesch Handbag on Silver Chain
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This elegant silver handbag is made out of engraved silver and delicate silver mesch. The bulge of the bag is made out of silver and impressed, cut and engraved with flower, flower ...
Category
Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Antique Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Silver
18Kt Gold Rare Compact Powder Box with Chain - Made in Italy 1970 circa
Located in Bergamo, BG
To make this collector's item now, with top-notch Italian craftsmanship, would cost about €11,000
This gold powder box embodies sophisticated elegance...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hand Painted Multicolored Porcelain Parrot, Meissen Manufactory
Located in Roma, IT
This beautiful parrot was made by the Meissen factory, perhaps the oldest and most prestigious porcelain factory in Europe, using the model created by Kandler in the 1700s.
In 1731 t...
Category
2010s German Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Sterling Silver Wine Glass Elephant, One of a Set of 12 Different Animals
Located in Roma, IT
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...
Category
2010s Italian Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Gold and Enamel Vinaigrette, Mid-19th Century Work
Located in Paris, FR
Multi-lobed, gold vinaigrette with black enamel embellished with a diamond shape. The hinged lid is decorated with enamel flowers in green, pink, and white. The vinaigrette opens to ...
Category
1850s French Antique Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Gold, Enamel
Ruby Gold Cufflinks Set 1940S
Located in Geneva, CH
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 ...
Category
1940s Vintage Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Ruby, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique 18 Karat Yellow Gold Knitting Needle Caps
Located in Rotterdam, NL
These rare antique needle caps made of 18 karat yellow gold. The needle caps are connected with each other through a belcher chain and hook. These caps were used for knitting tools a...
Category
Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Antique Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Louis XVI Gold Box
Located in Paris, FR
Oval box or snuffbox in gold of several tones. The snuffbox is adorned with a guilloche pattern with parallel stripes and dots on the lid, side and ground. The border is decorated with a stylized laurel wreath frieze on amati background. The box has an alternation of guilloche panels and leafy and stylized patterns.
Weight: 2.96oz (84g)
L: 2.55in. (6.5) / W: 1.81in. (4.6 cm) / H: 0.78in. (2 cm).
Gold marks
Jurande mark: Henri Clavel (1781-1783)
Charging hallmark: P crowned. 1784-1788
Goldsmith Joseph-André Bologniel-Presidant, received in 1778. (1778-1793) Discharge mark: 1783-1789 vanneau head.
Eagle head 18K...
Category
1780s French Neoclassical Antique Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Gold
Antique Italian Pink Coral and Sterling Silver Letter Opener
Located in Roma, IT
This silver and antique coral letter opener was handmade by our talented goldsmiths, who used a coral branch from Sciacca, the Sicilian town famous for its corals.
The Sciacca Coral has unique origins in the world: it is closely tied to the exceptional history of the Ferdinandea Island, which is a submerged volcanic island in the Strait of Sicily, between Pantelleria and Sciacca.
As of today the summit of the Ferdinandea Island remains between about 6 and 8 meters below the Mediterranean Sea level. Its most recent appearance as an island was in July 1831.
In the late 1831, in a shoal (called later ”Bummolo” by the fishermen of Sciacca) located around 30 miles from Sciacca, a new island emerged in a fiery hell from the depths of the Strait of Sicily.
However, one year later, the island sank back beneath the waters and definitely disappeared in the Strait of Sicily.
Over time, thanks to the exceptional microclimate determined by the frequent volcanic phenomena along the slopes of the submerged volcano, huge coral...
Category
1970s Vintage Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Coral, Sterling Silver
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