Antique and Vintage Jewelry Library p10

Like a fairy trellis, this 1920s filigree and diamond brooch and pendant allows the most delicate of blossoms to climb their way up its architecture. Made of 14k white gold, this pin/pendant combo's filigree work is dainty and demure. A rhomboid-set round brilliant cut diamond centerpieces the filigreeing. This L-colored, SI1-clarity diamond accent weighs 0.25 carats. Wear this versatile jewelry piece as either a brooch or a pendant. Circa 1920 SOLD

This Arts and Crafts antique pendant features a yellow green peridot surrounded by leaves, flowers, and pearls. The open birdcage design in 9k yellow gold is suspended with fleur de lis accents and cream and silver white pearl-centered blossoms. A 0.61-carat round faceted mixed cut peridot bursts from the center of the antique floral and leaf design. Circa 1895 SOLD

A pierced filigree floral and leaf motif creates an enchanting design around an old European cut diamond in this antique engagement ring. The 18k white gold band is pierced along the shank and shoulders. Leafy fronds and petaled blossoms are tucked amidst the filigree. A 0.34-carat old European cut diamond that is H in color and VVS2 in clarity is set in an octagonal surround. A pair of single cut diamonds accents the shoulders. The total diamond weight of this antique engagement ring is 0.39 carats. Circa 1920. SOLD

Vines and flowers wrap around an amethyst in this garden inspired antique engagement ring. Feathery fronds and delicate blossoms serpentine their way up the shoulders of this antique engagement ring's pierced 14k white gold band. This climbing vine motif provides a soft backsplash for the 1.87 carat round amethyst that bursts forth from the center. A zigzag pattern around the octagonal top setting adds a touch of the unexpected to this antique engagement ring. Circa 1935 or later. SOLD

The unique architecture of this classic style vintage diamond engagement ring maximizes the impact of its diamonds. The 14k white gold band is designed with swirled, chevron and square elements. A pair of single cut diamonds is set inside the chevrons at the shoulders. They flank a round brilliant cut diamond that is tucked in the center of the square top plate. This G-colored, VS1-clarity diamond weighs 0.15 carats. The combined weight of all the diamonds is 0.17 carats. Circa 1930. SOLD

Two posies, one on each shoulder, peek out from an intricate filigree design in this vintage diamond engagement ring. Scalloped filigree fans unfurl from the under-bezel of the ring, lending a wisp of summery delight. Tucked amidst the poesies in a square top setting is a round European cut diamond which weighs 0.65 carats. Circa 1930. SOLD

This Art Deco aquamarine antique engagement ring casts a hypnotic spell of color. Weighing 5.08 carats, an oval faceted mixed cut aquamarine is set in a platinum band. Triplet streamers of round single cut diamonds accent the shoulders of this Art Deco engagement ring, lending 0.25 carats of diamond weight. Black enamel trim on the shoulders adds a touch of contrast. Circa 1925. SOLD

A handwrought Edwardian mounting is set with a 0.41 carat, J color, VVS2 clarity transitional cut diamond in this romantic filigree ring. Diamond studded flowers on the shoulders and a dazzling filigree design intriques the eye from every angle. Details: Handwrought platinum mounting. Transitional cut diamond; 0.41 carats. Old style single cut diamonds; 0.78 carats. Circa 1910. SOLD

In this antique Victorian ring, a cushion cut peridot is surrounded by a halo of rose cut diamonds set in silver. A cluster of ten antique rose cut diamonds form petals around the center peridot. These diamonds total 0.40 carats. The cushion cut peridot has a gemstone weight of 0.90 carats. A 14k yellow gold band provides a contrasting backdrop for this Victorian ring. Circa 1890. SOLD

These antique pearl and diamond dangle earrings are perfect for an After-Five occasion. You'll find a charming mix of French/Swiss cut diamonds, old European cut diamonds, rose cut diamonds, and single cut diamonds all set in platinum. The earrings have a total diamond weight of 1.48 carats. Two cream white cultured Akoya pearls with silver overtones dangle from diamond accented bell caps. Antique pearl and diamond earrings like this pair are classic and elegant. Circa 1935. SOLD

This antique Art Deco filigree and diamond wedding ring has all the flashy pizzazz of the Roaring Twenties. With its alternating pattern of etched Xs and rhomboid-set Os, this antique platinum wedding band sparkles with the intriguing geometric elements that make the Art Deco jewelry style so popular to this day. These twelve diamonds total approximately one-third carat. Circa 1920s. SOLD

The golden splendor of autumn maple leaves shines bright in this Tiffany leaf brooch. Constructed of 14k yellow gold, this Tiffany leaf brooch has a lightly etched texture to its surface. A Tiffany &Co. trademark engraved on the back attest to this brooches authenticity. Circa 1974 SOLD

This diamond bracelet in the Art Deco Style delicately encircles the wrist like a dainty lace doily. Made of 18k yellow gold and topped with platinum, this bracelet has a obelisk centerpiece that is set with diamonds. Three old style full cut diamonds stream down the center while an additional ten rose cut diamonds surround them. The total diamond weight of this Art Deco style bracelet is 0.28 carats. This is an Art Deco reproduction bracelet. Circa 2006. SOLD

In this stunning antique pearl and diamond bracelet circa 1950, a sculptural pattern of diamond elegantly interrupts four strands of pearls. Of a rich dark cream color, the pearls form a tapestry of delicate sheen. Set in white gold, round and table cut diamond droplets twinkle encased in delicate millegraining. Details: 18k white gold. Round full cut, round single cut, and table cut diamonds; 0.87 carats. 96 dark cream white pearls. Circa 1950. SOLD

A star dusting of pearls surrounds an orangish yellow citrine in this estate brooch. The 14k yellow gold setting of this estate brooch provides a tonal setting for the citrine. A collection of eight round cultured pearls are sprinkled around the ornately etched frame. The oval brilliant cut citrine that highlights this estate brooch weighs approximately 15.0 carats. Circa 1970s or later. SOLD

A 0.34 carat old European cut diamond is surrounded by a pierced filigree design with leaf motif in this antique Edwardian engagement ring. The domed platinum band of this antique engagement ring is pierced in a swirling array of vines and leaves. An old European cut diamond with J color and VS1 clarity rises from the summit. Weighing 0.34 carats, this diamond solitaire is flanked by a pair of old style single cut diamonds, giving this Edwardian antique engagement ring a total diamond weight of 0.41 carats. Circa 1920. SOLD

Wrap your finger in lacey elegance with this filigree and champagne diamond antique ring. The platinum band's domed design has filigree hearts, hourglasses and curlicues. Eight European cut diamonds totaling 0.32 carats are scattered throughout. A larger round European cut champagne diamond is octagonally nestled in the center and weighs 0.28 carats. Circa 1900. SOLD

Swirls of filigree wrap the bezel and shoulders of an 18k white gold band in antique diamond engagement rings like this one. Mesmerizing the eye, a series of octagons radiates from the center of this antique engagement ring. Set in the midst of this geometric allure is an old style full cut diamond. This diamond centerpiece weighs 0.05 carats. The filigree cutwork of this antique engagement ring is done in a filigree design. Circa 1920. SOLD

In this filigree and diamond antique engagement ring, flowers and leaves twist and turn in all directions. The pierced 18k white gold band of this antique engagement ring is highlighted at the shoulders with a pair of diamond-studded lozenges. Single cut diamonds are bead set at the center of these lozenges. An old European cut diamond is split-prong set at the top. This GIA-certified diamond is I in color and VS2 in clarity. It weighs 1.25 carats. Circa 1920. SOLD