Antique and Vintage Jewelry Library p19

This carved antique wedding ring delicately encircles the finger. Architecturally intriguing, this antique wedding ring is accented with a mix of textural elements in 18k white gold. Fine milgraining surrounds the outer edges of this wedding ring's band. Carved flowers and leaves in intricate detail also enhance the design. Circa 1930. SOLD

This antique 1930s pearl and diamond brooch evokes springtime camellias touched with morning drops of dew. This Art Deco brooch brings the delicate lacework of its 1930s period into diamond-accented leaf motifs. In sum, 36 single-cut diamonds accent this platinum Art Deco brooch. The brooch's total diamond weight is 0.72 carats. Packing additional gemstone appeal, four 4mm light creamy pearls serve as the blossoms of this flowery antique brooch. While a lucky few might discover hand-wrought antique brooches like this one amongst their ancestors' jewels, for many, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a romantic Art Deco piece. Circa 1930s. SOLD

Vintage pearl engagement rings like this one are suffused with oriental ying-yang qualities. The spiral of diamonds that splices this vintage engagement ring's pearl and diamond focal points is particularly notable. The platinum band is set with a high luster 8.6mm pearl as well as a counterbalancing round brilliant cut diamond. The six additional diamonds that curve across the finger are a mix of old style full and single cuts. In total, the seven diamonds accenting this vintage pearl engagement ring total 0.75 carats. Circa 1950s. SOLD

With its interlocking shoulder links, this 1945 platinum diamond wedding ring has a unique bangle flavor to it. The platinum band of this 1945 diamond wedding ring holds a strip of round single cut diamonds that add radiance to the finger. Ranging in color from G-H and clarity from VVS2-VS2, these ten diamond accents lend 0.10 carats of diamond weight to this 1945 platinum wedding ring. Circa 1945. SOLD

Diamond studded trails mark a pathway to her heart in this classic diamond wedding ring from 1925. Constructed of platinum on 14k yellow gold, the band of this classic wedding ring is set with a collection of forty-three round single cut diamonds. Gathering at the shoulders, the diamonds align in triplicate along the forefront of the band. The total diamond carat weight is 0.38 carats. Circa 1925. SOLD

You'll adore this Egyptian Revival bangle bracelet. Constructed of 18k yellow gold, this bangle bracelet is carved in an Egyptian eagle-wing pattern, lending texture and intrigue to the wrist. Touches of rose and green gold accentuate the wings. An S-shaped strip of precious metal snakes around the natural spinel that centerpieces this Egyptian Revival style bangle. This cushion faceted mixed cut purple gemstone weighs 3.69 carats. SOLD

A captivating array of pierced cutwork highlights this engraved antique wedding ring's 18k white gold band. Milgrain detailing further enhances the precious metal. Twelve round single cut diamonds surround this pierced wedding ring for a total diamond weight of 0.30 carats. Circa 1940s or later. SOLD

Like droplets of milky cream, this vintage 1950s three strand pearl necklace adorns the neckline in shimmer. One hundred ninety-three light cream cultured Akoya pearls are arranged in a three strand, graduated, nested design. The 14k white gold diamond clasp of this 1950s pearl necklace is fashioned in a floral design and is accented with nine round full cut diamonds that total 0.17 carats. Circa 1950 or later SOLD

A full moon bursts between two radiant stars in this post Art Deco diamond engagement ring. The 14k yellow gold band of this engagement ring is topped with platinum. The platinum top-setting is accented with round full cut and old style full cut diamonds in a cluster design. The total diamond weight of the nine diamonds in this post Art Deco engagement ring is approximately 0.28 carats. Circa 1935. SOLD

A 0.74 carat round faceted blue sapphire is pedestal set atop a diamond studded base in this cathedral style estate engagement ring. The nine round brilliant cut diamonds that cradle the sapphire gemstone total 0.07 carats. A platinum setting lends additional regality to this cathedral style estate engagement ring. A Bailey Banks & Biddle hallmark attests to this engagement ring's heritage. Circa 1990s. SOLD

The seraphim wings of a guardian angle will protect the wearer of these platinum antique Art Deco earrings. The leaf-spray design in this Art Deco antique earring pair is enhanced with a collection of forty round single cut diamonds, which total 0.40 carats. Circa 1930s or later. SOLD

Purple and yellow create a colorful impact in this amethyst and diamond pin. The oval 14k yellow gold base of this pin is open in the center, creating a delicate effect. Hovering inside the oval lie a pair of milgrain-edged lozenges. The larger lozenge is bezel set with a 2.8-carat square amethyst. The smaller lozenge holds a 0.06-carat square cut diamond. This pin secures with a fold-over hinge and clasp. Circa 1960 SOLD

Circa 1920, this old mine cut diamond antique engagement ring is a dazzling feat of craftsmanship with floral designs and criss-crossed wheat carvings. In an octagonal setting of white gold, an old mine cut diamond glistens above the intricate detailing of the band. On either side of the central stone, two old style single cut diamonds accent the sides of the ring.

Details: Antique, circa 1920. 18k white gold. Pierced and engraved. Old mine cut and old style single cut diamonds; 1.03 ct. SOLD

The grace and beauty of this estate diamond engagement ring is sure to please your bride-to-be. The 18k white gold band is done in a geometric tiered effect at the shoulders. Nestled in the top tier is an old European cut diamond that weighs 0.26 carats. This diamond has a color of J and a clarity of SI1. Two modified rose cut diamonds flank the solitaire, giving this 1930s style estate engagement ring a total diamond weight of 0.30 carats. SOLD

A greenish blue aquamarine casts a hypnotic spell in this antique Edwardian engagement ring. A 0.80 carat aquamarine is set in a shimmering platinum band and is flanked by six old style single cut diamonds, three on each side. The total diamond weight of this Edwardian engagement ring is 0.09 carats. Circa 1915. SOLD

She'll feel like a princess when you present her with this antique cocktail ring with cushion shaped pink tourmaline. A platinum topsetting and shoulder accents highlight the 18k yellow gold band. The 1.46-carat cushion-shaped pink tourmaline that is set at the center of this ring is surrounded by rose cut diamonds. The forty-eight rose cut diamonds that accentuate this romantic antique cocktail ring total 0.50 carats. Circa 1900. SOLD

This hand engraved antique wedding band is made of 18k white gold and is carved with a wheat motif. Hand engraved inside this antique band are the initials "W.P. to M.W.' Trademarked Peacock. SOLD

The platinum band of this antique aquamarine engagement ring provides a tonal backsplash for the duo of tapered baguette cut diamonds that accentuate its shoulders. The combined weight of the two accenting diamonds is 0.10 carats. A round faceted mixed cut aquamarine is set in the center of this antique engagement ring. The total gemstone weight is 0.74 carats. Circa 1950 or later. SOLD

Delicate white blossoms peek their way out of summer's greenery in this Art Nouveau antique pendant. The 9k yellow gold base of this antique pendant is done in a romantic heart and horseshoe design. The flower petals that accent the metal's open-weave construction are highlighted with a collection of fourteen round half seed pearls. A round faceted mixed cut peridot weighing 0.39 carats is suspended from the center of the pendant. An oval faceted mixed cut spinel dangles from the bottom of the pendant. Circa 1900 SOLD