Catalog: Sold Items: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Victorian (25)

An early Victorian 18k Socrates carnelian intaglio signet ring. This antique size 7-3/4 or 7.75 rose gold mid-19th century ring is completely hand made. It and it features a deeply carved carnelian intaglio portrait of Socrates. It is simply executed but stylish with subtle design flourishes. It measures 7/8 x 5/8" across the bezel-set intaglio gem stone. It has a full set of stretched and now obscured hallmarks - it tests as 18K. Although the stone is a substantial size, this ring in the 18thC and 19thC worn on a gentleman's pinkie finger as a pinkie ring. In order to save gold some jewellers would stretch the shank to resize the ring rather than solder another section of gold to effect the sizing and that appears to be the case here. It weighs 8.4 grams and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs, it does show wear and patination commensurate with age.
Condition is mentioned. Items are vintage or antique and have signs ofe use. Expedited tracked and insured parcel shipping to the U.S. starts at $34 (tracking and insurance for loss included). Items paid with a credit card will be shipped to confirmed addresses only. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in US. We DO NOT accept PayPal.

An attractive Victorian period 15K yellow gold genuine rubies and pearls ring circa 1880s. This dainty antique size 4-1/2 or size 4.5 ring features fine sculpting and a beaded edge, two 5 point by gauge genuine rubies and three genuine half pearls gem stones. This lovely antique ring has a B&H maker's mark and the remnants of quite worn English hallmarks and it tests as 15 K. It has a brilliant intense yellow gold Roman or matte finish, which was popular at the time, as it gave the ring the appearance of 22K gold. The rubies appear a little washed out in the pictures, they are a deeper red in real life. It weighs 2.5 grams, and it is in excellent antique condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. All condition issues are noted; items are vintage or antique and may have signs of use as would be expected. GUARANTEE: ALL of our items are antique or vintage and from the period listed. NONE are reproductions or recreations. Expedited insured tracked parcel shipping to the U.S. starts at $26 and expedited shipping within Canada starts at $16. Rates vary by destination, value, size, weight, payment option and shipping method. Other payment, tracking and insurance options are available - please inquire. We ship worldwide - please contact us for an accurate shipping quote with your postal code or country. **** PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT ACCEPT PAYPAL****

A 14k sapphire doublet and seed pearls pierced drop earrings circa 1890. They are unmarked but have been tested. These antique yellow gold feature 20 point claw-set sapphire doublets (man made synthetic stones) surrounded by genuine seed pearls; the hoops are the hinged back design and they have a tab and slot style catch. They weigh 2.1 grams, and they are in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have slight signs of gentle use. Expedited tracked and insured parcel shipping to the U.S. starts at $25 (other spots may vary, air is higher). Items paid with a credit card will be shipped to confirmed addresses only. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US. PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT accept PayPal.

A simple and elegant Victorian period 10K yellow gold stickpin or tie pin in the form of a wishbone set with genuine seed pearls circa 1890-1900. It is stamped 10K and has a makers marks of what appears to be two linked horse shoes (or a stylized W). This 2-1/4" long pin has a 1/2" x 5/16" top, it weighs 0.8 grams (without the HOLD-ON bulldog), and it is in excellent condition with no dents, cracks, corrosion or damage. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have slight signs of gentle use. Tracked Packet shipping to the U.S. starts at $13.75 - this includes online tracking, air service and insurance up to $70. Items paid with a credit card will be shipped to confirmed addresses only. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US. PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT accept PayPal.

An 18k yellow gold wedding band ring from the 1890s. This size 7 ring is 3/16" wide, it weighs 2.2 grams and it is marked with a set of pseudo hallmarks including 18, J.S&S (unknown maker) and the P.W. Ellis mark (E in a maple leaf). Ellis was in business from 1877-1928, when it was bought out by Birks. This ring is in excellent condition with no monograms, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have slight signs of gentle use. Expedited tracked and insured parcel shipping to the U.S. starts at $20 (other spots may vary, air is higher). Items paid with a credit card will be shipped to confirmed addresses only. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US. PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT accept PayPal.

A Victorian 14k yellow gold starburst seed pearls pendant pin or brooch from around 1900. This antique 1-1/4" pin has a safety clasp and it weighs 2.5 grams. It is stamped 14K with a maker's mark and the loop both swivels and folds down. The pearls have a nice silvery lustre and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have slight signs of gentle use. Expedited tracked and insured parcel shipping to the U.S. starts at $22 (other spots may vary, air is higher). Items paid with a credit card will be shipped to confirmed addresses only. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US. PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT accept PayPal.

A Victorian 10k synthetic blue sapphires crossover ring from the 1890s. This size 5 ring features two blue stones in a rose gold setting and it measures 3/8" wide across the stones. It is stamped 10K, it weighs 1.4 grams and it is in excellent condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have slight signs of gentle use. Expedited tracked and insured parcel shipping to the U.S. starts at $18 (other spots may vary, air is higher). Items paid with a credit card will be shipped to confirmed addresses only. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US. PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT accept PayPal.