Antique Jewellry and Decorative Arts from Fiona Kenny Antiques
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Pre 1970 item #1311660 (stock #7148)
A 14K Australian black opal ring circa 1960s with intense color. This vintage opal is a genuine opal gem stone, most likely from the Andamooka area in Australia. It has been sugared (treated with sugar and acid) to deepen the colour. Andamooka opals can be great quality, but treating them to intensify the color has been done for many years. The setting is an abstract modern design in 14 K yellow gold, custom made for the opal. It is a size 7-3/4 or 7.75 and the opal is a cabochon opal measuring 24mm x 12mm x 4.4mm - approximately 7 carats in size. It has a fantastic colour play including intense red, green, blue, gold, orange and purple. Our pictures don't do this stone justice, and the view of the ring on a hand shows the intensity of the colours. It is stamped 14 K and this is a genuine opal all through, not a doublet. It comes with a recent independent professional gemological appraisal for $3500 CAD which does mention the sugar enhancement, so it is factored into the value given. The ring weighs 7.3 gr. It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. The stone does have some minor crazing, as mentioned in the appraisal. All condition issues are noted. All items are vintage or antique and may have signs of use and patination as would be expected. GUARANTEE: ALL of our items are antique or vintage and from the period listed. Courier post to the US starts at $110 (other spots may vary, air is higher). Items paid with a credit card will be sent to confirmed addresses only. All of our prices are in $US. PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT accept PayPal.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Pre 1960 item #1328247 (stock #7187)
An 18k white gold diamonds cocktail or anniversary cluster ring circa 1950s. This vintage size 6 ring features a round brilliant cut 30 point diamond (VS-1, J-K colour), two round brilliant cut diamonds (35 points total, VS-2, I-J colour), four round diamonds (16 points total, VS-SI, G-H-I colour) and sixteen single cut diamonds (30 points total, SI, G-H-I colour). It weighs 5.4 grams and it has a recent independent conservative gemological appraisal in the amount of $4500 Canadian (~$3460US). It looks stunning on, and would make a wonderful wedding anniversary gift, or for an April birthday, as it is the traditional birthstone for April. 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 $40 (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.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1910 item #1334376 (stock #7311)
A Pforzheim Germany plique-a-jour enamel Arts and Crafts necklace from the 1910 era. This stunning survivor from the Edwardian era was made in the Pforsheim area of Germany which was the center of such items. Plique-a-jour (French: "Light of Day") refers to the labour-intensive technique of repeatedly firing enamel in metal-bordered cells resembling cloisonne, resulting in unbacked transluscent panels. This fine example measures 1-7/8 x 15/16", it has a baroque pearl drop and a pink tourmaline in silver (800 grade or better) with pale lavender purple enamel panels. The best exponent of this work was the firm of Levinger & Bissinger who were prime exponents of the Jugendstil movement. Included is a contemporary associated arts and crafts 25-3/8" chain (stamped STERLING on the hook and eye clasp) from which is suspended the pendant on a 4-1/8" drop with a hook suspension. The pendant has an impossible to read mark which appears to be a diamond cartouche containing a B and a possible animal head - a silver mark but as yet unidentified. This piece looks like the work of Levinger & Bissinger but we are unable to definitively confirm it's one of their pieces. This rarity weighs 7.1 grams and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs; a couple of enamel panels show natural striations form their manufacturing process. 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 $40 (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.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Pre 2000 item #1388772 (stock #9807)
A 14k yellow gold birdcage or byzantine chain necklace weighing 15.5 grams. This ornate 20-1/4" chain is 1/8" wide and it has a lobster claw clasp. It has various marks including 585 14K and ITALY. We have tested the clasp, loop and clasp eye as well as the chain itself and all test as 14k gold. The Italians are renowned for their chains and this one is high quality with hollow links (hence the relatively light weight). 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 $33 (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.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Victorian : Pre 1900 item #1072289 (stock #6481)
A pair of Victorian 12k yellow gold pierced swinging earrings circa 1880 1890. These stunning antique 1-1/2" x 7/8" (including ear wire) earrings feature a finely detailed ring which swings back and forth across the faceted interior gold ball. They are not stamped, but test as at least 12k gold. 12k was used as part of the United Kingdom gold standard from the 19th century until 1932. They weigh 5.2 grams, and they are in excellent condition with no bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than a few minor dents on one stationary facetted ball. 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 shipping to the U.S. starts at $32 (other spots may vary) - insurance and tracking 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.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Pre 1970 item #1229772 (stock #7005)
A 14k yellow gold and genuine garnets pendant necklace circa 1960s. This vintage oval 1" x 5/8" (including bale) Bohemian red garnets pendant including a 14K yellow gold 16-5/8" long box chain with a spring-ring clasp. This natural gem stone necklace is stamped 585 FBM on the chain and 585 EF on the pendant's bale - 585 is used in Europe and elsewhere as a mark for 14 K. This is the birthstone for January birthday honorees. This necklace weighs 9.8 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. Silver and silver plated items are hand polished, not buffed. 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 as would be expected. Silver and silver plated items are hand-polished, not buffed, and our halogens and magnified images may exaggerate otherwise barely noticeable scratches and flaws. GUARANTEE: ALL of our items are antique or vintage and from the period listed. None are reproductions or recreations. Expedited tracked insured air shipping to the U.S. starts at $28 and expedited shipping within Canada starts at $17. 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**** PAYMENT: We accept VISA and MASTERCARD directly (processed through our own store credit card processor - your credit card protection remains in effect regardless of how payment is sent), cheques/checks, money orders and funds transfers. Canadian buyers can also pay by Interac e-transfer. Rates can vary by distance. We are happy to ship items together to save on shipping whenever possible, and if our rate remains the same, so does yours. We pack well. Items paid with a credit card will be shipped to confirmed addresses only. All of our prices are in $US.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Deco : Pre 1940 item #1324862 (stock #7176)
An Art Deco 14k solitaire diamond filigree ring from the 1915 - 1920 period. This vintage 6-1/2 or 6.5 size yellow gold ring features a 20 point round European antique cut genuine diamond set in 14k white gold. It weighs 1.5 grams and it is unmarked but has been tested and guaranteed. There are signs of an old repair to the bottom of the bridgework, and it appears some gold has been added to reinforce the filigree. It in otherwise excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. It has a conservative independant gemologist's appraisal for $900 CAD 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 as would be expected. Silver and silver plated items are hand-polished, not buffed, and our halogens and magnified images may exaggerate otherwise barely noticeable scratches and flaws. 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 $27 and expedited shipping within Canada starts at $18. 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****
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : Chinese Export : Pre 1900 item #1211664 (stock #6948)
A genuine Chinese late 19th century oxblood glaze classic bulbous shape vase. This vase is 9-1/8" in height and features the lovely brownish red oxblood glaze over a greyish-white ceramic body. It has fairly thick glaze at the base, which shows some frit. It has allover crazing and the surface of the glaze has fine overall pinpoint pitting from firing as well. It is unmarked and it is in good condition with no cracks, losses, damage or repairs other than a small area on the upper rim where there is a dullness in the glaze and small shallow depression. (the rim glaze is mostly intact). The glaze at the bottom shows some chipping also, likely caused during removal from the kiln after firing. Some of these pieces were of lesser quality, as there was pressure to produce them to meet the export demand, even in the 19th century. Subsequently, there was less care in their production than in the finer quality 18th century pieces. That is not true of all 19th and early 20th century Chinese oxblood ware, but some pieces like this show that they were produced more quickly and with a little less care than earlier pieces produced for the wealthier in China and elsewhere. Condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have signs of use. Expedited tracked and insured parcel shipping to the U.S. starts at $36 (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, only VISA and MASTERCARD.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Pre 1960 item #1348590 (stock #9484)
A 10k opal and rubies oval circlet ring from the 1950s - 1960. This vintage size 7 yellow gold ring features a wonderfully colorful and flashy 70 point genuine opal (calculated by gauge) which has orange, green and blue fire (only hinted at in our pictures). It is surrounded by 14 genuine round cut rubies and the setting measures 1/2" x 3/8" across. This is a classic gem design that has endured through centuries, and the rubies and oval opal enhance each other. Please note that the rubies are a slightly darker red colour than they appear in the photo (on our viewer, anyway). This ring weighs 2.5 grams, it has an obscured maker's stamp and tests as 10K or slightly higher. There is no 10 K mark, possibly the ring was sized and that mark was lost. Opal is the birthstone for October and July is ruby. One of the claws for the opal is a repair, and the opal sits about 1/32" out of alignment due to this. It is in otherwise excellent condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. Ring tested for gold content and gems confirmed on a gem tester and viewed under magnification. 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 $26 (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.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Pre 1980 item #1388774 (stock #9809)
A 14k yellow gold ruby triple flower head ring with diamonds from the 1980s. This size 4 ring features 14 rubies arrayed as three conjoined flower heads with central diamonds. Each ruby is approximately 4 points (by gauge) and the setting measures 5/8 x 5/16". This ring weighs 3.1 grams, it is stamped indistinctly and it tests as 14k gold 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.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Pre 1980 item #1059233 (stock #6458)
A 12K Egyptian rose gold genuine yellow topaz ring. This vintage size 6-1/2 or 6.5 genuine topaz solitaire has gold hallmark for Egypt. The date mark may be for 1943 -1944, but that may vary by city where assayed. The claw-set stone is a rectangular faceted or emerald cut, and is a definite yellow with very slight brown under-tone, and has an excellent clarity. The topaz measures 11.5mm x 9.1mm and has a depth of 7.3mm, so it is slightly over 5 carats in size. The ring weighs 3.2 grams. We also tested the ring, and it appears to be closer to 14K, but is being sold according to its assay mark. It is in excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. Condition details are noted, and items have signs of use as expected. Items are tested for gold content, gems are confirmed on a gem tester and they are viewed under magnification. Expedited parcel to the U.S. is $22 and expedited parcel within Canada starts at $13 (tracking/loss insurance included). Rates vary by destination, etc. Loss insurance and tracking included in rates. 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.
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All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Glass : American : Pre 1930 item #1387980 (stock #9806)
A Fry Geisha etched glass lemonade pitcher plus 5 handled tumbler glasses circa 1900-1930. This attractive, high quality set also goes by the names Japanese Maid or Japan Maid and it was made by Fry Glass. Similar to a Beaver Valley glass pattern featuring all over cherry blossoms, this company was bought out by Fry circa 1900 and they made this finely etched set with a Geisha serving tea on one side and cherry blossoms on the other. The 10-3/8" tall pitcher has a faceted cut-style handle and a rayed base and it includes five matching low handled 5-1/4" lemonade tumblers which also have rayed bases. The etching is very fine and this super set is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, damage or repairs other than a bit of factory roughness to the pitcher's foot rim which also has a shallow burst bubble leaving a small rough area on the rim. 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 $34 (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.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Pre 1970 item #1404803 (stock #9870)
A 10k yellow gold black star sapphire man's ring with diamonds. This attractive size 9-1/4 ring features a claw-set grey-black star sapphire flanked by two single point diamonds. The setting measures 1-1/2 x 7/16", the ring weighs 4.5 grams and the 1.2 carat (calculated) sapphire has clean asterism which moves with the light. This ring is stamped 10K with an SHP maker's mark and it possibly dates to the 1960s-70s. 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 $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.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Pre 1920 item #1339656 (stock #7393)
An Edwardian 18k yellow gold 3 diamonds row ring from the 1915-20 period. This antique size 7-3/4 ring has three stones in a row; the middle is approximately 12 points and the outer two are 10 points (by gauge), they are a modern brilliant cut, so may be replaced diamonds. This ring weighs 1.8 grams and it is stamped *JWB* 18CT. This ring is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than the possibility that the diamonds are modern replacement diamonds. All condition issues are noted; all items are vintage/antique and have signs of 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 sent to confirmed addresses only. All of our prices are in $US. PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT accept PayPal.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Modernism : Pre 1940 item #1327246 (stock #7184)
An Art Deco period Industrial style 10K white gold genuine blue topaz ring circa 1930. This elegant vintage size 4 ring features a lovely emerald cut genuine blue topaz stone (including the setting, it measures 5/8 x 1/2") and it weighs 2.6 grams. The gem stone measures ~3 carats (calculated). It has a clean shape and design, with the simple geometric lines in keeping with Industrial modernist design ethos. 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 $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.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Retro : Pre 1950 item #1337284 (stock #7364)
A 10k golden yellow sapphire ring from the 1940s or 1950s. This vintage size 6 ring measures 1/2" x 1/2" across the setting. The fine golden yellow marquise shaped stone tests as a sapphire and it is 1.7 carats in size (calculated). This ring weighs 2.6 grams and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs however one end of the stone has a small polished area on the tip indicating a smoothing in the past, possibly to repair a chip. 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.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Pre 1960 item #1376839 (stock #9763)
A 10k colourful opals row ring from the 1950s. This size 6-1/2 ring features five very flashy and colourful graduated natural opals ranging from 1/4" to 1/16" across in a 1 x 5/16" setting. The opals have brilliant red and green fire and this ring weighs 2.2 grams. It is stamped 10K with a maker's mark and the Canadian large C gold mark. This ring 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.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Retro : Pre 1970 item #1404369 (stock #9852)
A 10k yellow gold synthetic ruby cabochon ring from the 1960s-70s. This attractive size 8-1/2 ring features a 5.8 carat (calculated) oval cabochon synthetic ruby with underside faceting in a bezel setting. This ring measures 3/4 x 9/16" across the shoulders and stone, it weighs 4.9 grams, it is stamped 10K with a maker's mark 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 $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.