Catalog: Sold Items: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Retro (80)

A 12K Egyptian Synthetic Alexandrite Ring from the 1950s or earlier. This size 6 ring measures 1/2" across the claw-set stone which has a lovely purple colour indoors which shows the expected blue in daylight. This ring weighs 4.0 grams, it is stamped with a set of Egyptian hallmarks for 12k gold and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. Please note that the wear to the edges of the stone is highly exaggerated in our halogen-lit pictures - it looks fine in real life. 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 $24 (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 14-18k gold 6 diamonds wedding ring band from the 1930s. This size 6-1/2 Art Deco era ring features six 2 point diamonds and the setting measures 9/16 x 1/8" wide. It is stamped 14-18k with an arrows maker's mark (the top is 18k white gold, the shank is 14k yellow gold), and it has some now-rubbed wording which we can't make out. This ring weighs 1.6 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 $19 (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 14k Birks white gold ruby and diamonds sunburst flower style ring circa 1940s. This size 5-1/2 or 5.5 ring features a round 1/2 carat (50 point) ruby (medium dark, purplish-red, moderately included, slightly chipped) surrounded by twelve brilliant cut diamonds (26 points total, VS, F-G-H colour) in a flower setting. The leaves have a fine beaded edge. This ring measures 9/16" across the setting, it weighs 3.1 grams and it is stamped BIRKS and 14 K. It has a conservative independent gemological appraisal for $1700 (Canadian). It is in excellent vintage condition with no cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than those listed. Please note that the picture may appear flatter and darker than the ring appears in real life - we find reds very difficult to photograph to look like the real life colour. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have signs of gentle use. Expedited tracked insured shipping to the U.S. starts at $35 (other spots may vary, xpresspost and Fedex are higher) - tracking and insurance are included in shipping quotes. 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, only VISA and MASTERCARD.

A 14k diamonds row wedding band ring from the 1940s. This size 4-1/4 ring features three 1.5 point diamonds (by gauge) in a diamond shaped white gold topped setting. This ring measures 3/4 x 1/8" across the setting, it is stamped 14K with a 50999 number, it weighs 1.1 grams 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 $19 (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 14k yellow gold edelweiss flower floral charm or pendant from the 1960s. This finely detailed charm measures 7/8" across, it weighs 1.7 grams and it is stamped 585 (for 14K) on the loop. It is of hollow construction 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. Tracked Packet shipping to the U.S. starts at $14.50 - 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.

A pair of 14k garnet solitaire lever back earrings from the 1930s. These 9/16 x 7/16" earrings feature two natural garnets measuring approximately 40 points each by gauge. They are claw-set and mounted on lever backs, one of which is stamped 585 (for 14k) along with an animal mark which is probably Hungarian from the 1930s era. They weigh 1.5 grams and they are in excellent condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs however one garnet is slightly out of round compared to the other. 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 $19 (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 14k yellow gold baby elephant charm or pendant from the 1960s. This detailed vintagepachyderm charm has a brushed finish. This figural charm is 3 dimensional and It measures 3/4" long and 1/4" wide. It weighs 1.8 grams. It is stamped 585 (for 14 K ) on the loop. 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 $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 14k green chrysoprase and pearls dome cocktain ring from the 1960s. This custom hand made size 6-1/4 ring features a split band, a multitude of emerald green colour chrysoprase claw-set stones and four (replaced) pearls around the base. It measures 5/8" across, it weighs 5.4 grams and it is marked 14 on the outside of the bottom of the band. It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs other than the replacement of the pearls. All condition issues are noted. 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 14k green topaz and pearls row ring from the 1930s-1940s. This pretty size 7-1/2 ring measures 3/4 x 3/16" across the top, it is stamped 14K with a maker's mark, and it weighs 2.3 grams. The green stone tests as a genuine green topaz and the ~3 mm. pearls have nice lustre and colour. This ring 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 14K synthetic Alexandrite Ring from the 1930s. This size 5-1/2 ring measures 3/8 x 5/16" across the claw-set stone which has a lovely purple colour indoors which shows the expected blue highlights in daylight. This ring weighs 2.4 grams, it is stamped 10K 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 $19 (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 14k white gold blue star sapphire ring with diamonds. This size 6-1/2 ring features a navy blue 1.5 carat (calculated) sapphire with vivid asterism. It has six two-point flanking diamonds and it measures 3/8 x 1/4" across the stone. It weighs 2.7 grams, it is stamped 14K TJE and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, 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 $23 (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 14k yellow gold treble clef on a musical staff pendant charm probably from the 1970s 1980s. It measures 1 x 1/2", it has some hand sculpting and cutwork and it weighs 2.2 grams. It would make a great charm as well as a necklace and it is stamped 14K. It is in excellent condition with no 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.

An 18k sapphires and diamonds double row ring circa 1980. This vintage custom made yellow gold wedding band is a size 6-3/4 or 6.75 and set with either genuine blue sapphires or genuine blue spinels and diamonds. It features 12 fairly well-matched channel set royal blue gem stones in groups of four separated by two pairs of single point genuine diamonds. There is a slight variation of shades of blue in the stones, and they are fairly clear gems. The sapphires/spinels are princess cut or square cut, and are bezel set, so their size is 5-6 points each, estimated by gauge in setting. It weighs 3.1 gr. and the flat band design feels comfortable on and sits so could be worn with a solitaire ring. It measures 5/8" across the gem section and is 3/16" wide. It is stamped 750 (for 18 K ). The gem stones may be just a shade deeper blue than our photos, due to photo flash. It would make a unique wedding band for those who would like more than diamonds. It is in excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs, it has patination from use. For those preferring an appraisal, we can have it done, with the buyer paying for appraisal at time of purchase. All condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have signs of use as would be expected. Expedited tracked parcel post to the U.S. starts at $26 (rates vary by distance). Rates vary by destination, value, size, weight, payment option, etc. Other payment, tracking and insurance options are available - please inquire. PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT accept Paypal.

An 18k yellow gold heart pendant on a 10k rope twist chain bracelet from the 1970s. This 7/16 x 1/4" hollow heart (sans bale) is stamped 750 and the 7-1/4" chain has a springring clasp and it is stamped 10K SO. This bracelet weighs 0.9 grams and it 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. Tracked Packet shipping to anywhere in the U.S. is $14.00 - 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 pearl solitaire ring probably from the 1950s. This size 6-3/4 ring features a claw-set 3.2 mm. silvery cultured pearl. It is stamped 18K with a maker's mark, it weighs 1.6 grams and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, 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 20K yellow gold lion pendant or charm. This 5/8" across round charm depicts a side view of a lion in motion and it is stamped 835 (for 20k gold). Although 835 is also a mark used in Europe for silver, this piece tests as over 18 K and less than 22K. There are additional tiny undecipherable marks on the bale-loop. It weighs 1.2 grams and it is in excellent vintage condition with no breaks, 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 $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 9k yellow gold Bonzo the dog cartoon animation character charm from the 1940s. This 3/4" hollow charm depicts the famous English Bonzo the Dog character (1922-) . It weighs 0.8 grams and it has a full set of Birmingham, England hallmarks including a W.H.C. mark for the maker W.H. Collins (1936-47) however the year stamp is obscured so we can't give a precise year. It is in excellent condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than two tiny holes on the dog's lower back which were probably in the making. 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 anywhere in the U.S. is $13.50 - 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.

A 9k yellow gold genuine emerald solitaire ring dated 1960. This size 6-1/2 ring features a high claw setting with leftward sweeping claws holding a shallow cut 5.0 mm. (3/16") across stone. The stone is heavily occluded with a couple of tight natural surface fissures or scrapes and it is roughly finished with a couple of flat spots to the edge of the girdle. It weighs 1.6 grams, it has a full set of hallmarks for London, England with the 375 gold mark and the date letter for 1960. It is in described condition with no chips, cracks, 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.