ART DECO PERIOD 1920 - 1935

Lovely vintage harem ring composed of four rings in 14KT yellow gold (Hallmark: scallop shell) set with turquoise cabochons.

Probably oriental work from the first half of the XNUMXth century.

Gross weight: 4,90g
Height of central motif: 1.30 cm

Ring size: 51 (diameter 16,25 / US 5,50)
Attention, the ring being wide, it is small in size, more suitable for a ring size of 49.

Condition: very slight micro scratches and oxidation on the gold parts, slight scratches, oxidation, and natural inclusions on the stones, see photos.

The Harem ring, or Turkish ring, is said to have originated in the Ottoman Empire, where the Sultan offered his favorites an additional ring each year for their loyalty. It was brought up to date in the XNUMXth century with the Orientalism movement.

Art Deco ring (1930) in platinum set with two old-cut diamonds of 0,23 cts each, supported by six small diamonds of 0,01 carat in a lovely leaf motif. Openwork basket in volutes. Magnificent work from the Art Deco period, with manual work and details of great finesse. Diamonds have a superb sparkle.

Ring size: 54 or 7 (resizing possible)

Estimated total diamond weight: 0,52 carats

Condition: scratches from use

Total weight: 2,36 gr

Lever-back earrings in 18kt white gold and platinum (eagle head and dog hallmark) adorned with two half-cut diamonds (estimated total weight of approximately 0,45 Ct, estimated color I / estimated purity SI) on articulated embossed bezel , overhung by two small 8x8 cut diamonds.

French work, Circa 1930, Art Deco.

Gross weight: 2,90 g
Height: 1,80 cm

Condition: very slight micro scratches and oxidation on the gold parts, and slight wear on the setting, see photos.

Did you know that the diamond originates from the Greek adamao which means "I master"? It originally designates the hardest materials.

Art Deco engagement ring in 18Kt yellow, pink and white gold (hallmark: eagle's head) set in its center with an 8x8 cut diamond, whose weight is estimated at approximately 0,05 Ct.

French work, circa 1935, Art Deco.

Gross weight: 2,40g
Finger size: 53 (diameter 16.75 / US 6,50).
Pattern height: 0.80cm

Condition: very slight micro scratches on the gold parts, see photos.

The Art Deco movement, short for “Decorative Arts”, was born around 1910. It reached its peak in the 20s and then declined in the 30s. In reaction to the rounded and organic forms of Art Nouveau, this “Roaring Twenties” style ”Develops geometric and refined shapes.

Art Deco jewelery has a special place due to its finesse and inventiveness. This current is the heir of Art Nouveau.

• Jewel type: Ring
• Metal: 18k white gold (750/1000)
• Genre: Old -Art-deco
• Weight: g 2.6
• Stone: Sapphire - Diamond
• Sapphire weight: 19 x 0.02 carat, i.e. a total of approximately 0.38 carat
• Diamond paving weight: approximately 0.15 carat
• Size: 56 - sizing on request
• Reference: 044631

Art Deco engagement ring in 18kt white gold and platinum (eagle's head and dog hallmark) set in its center with an old-cut diamond, weighing approximately 0,10 Ct, in an entourage of rose-cut diamonds.

Circa 1935, Art Deco, France.

Gross weight: 1,40g
Ring size: 49 1/2 (diameter 15.75 / US 5,00).
Pattern height: 0.80cm

Condition: very slight micro scratches on the gold parts, see photos.

We recognize this artistic movement on this engagement ring thanks to the different geometric shapes that dress the plate with multiple details.

Bow brooch in platinum and white gold set with old-cut diamonds and small calibrated sapphires, the central diamond weighing approximately 0,30 carat.

About 1925. 

Gross weight: 10,81 gr

Openwork Art Deco brooch in platinum and gold set with 6 brilliant diamonds and 18 calibrated sapphires.

French work.

Gross weight: 7,48 gr.

Art Deco onyx cufflinks

Pair of Art Deco cufflinks in white gold and silver-plated metal, adorned with sugar loaf cut onyx in a delicately serrated bezel setting. French work from the beginning of the 20th century. 

The buttons are in their original box "The Sheffield Plate & Co, 14 rue de la Pépinière, Paris". 

Sheffield Plate & Co. was known to market jewelry in "Sheffield" plating, the fusion of thin silver foil on copper, a technique invented in the town of the same name in England at the end of the 18th century. 

Onyx is a black chalcedony which means "nail" in ancient Greek. It takes its name from a myth citing Cupid and Venus. He says that Cupid, using an arrowhead, would have cut the nails of sleeping Venus. Letting them fall on the sand, the Fates (Roman deities of human destiny) would have metamorphosed them into stone, "for what comes from a celestial body must not perish". 

Eagle head hallmark

Note: “Patented” annotation on the binding part of the white gold buttons

Dimension of a button: 10 mm x 10 mm

Weight: 11,65 gr.

Flat link chain, also called American crossed link, in 18 karat yellow gold (750 thousandths). It is a mesh similar to that (very common) of the curb chain, the difference is that it is flattened and doubled. The chain is long. It can be worn with other necklaces or embellished with pendants. Chain from the Art Deco period, early 20th century.

Owl hallmark

Total length of the chain: 60 cm. 

Note: this jewel is embellished with a safety chain

Weight: 18,5 gr.

Art Deco diamond sleepers: pair of 18 karat (750 thousandths) white gold and platinum earrings featuring a rose-cut diamond on the upper part, also retaining a mobile brilliant-cut diamond in prong-setting on the lower part. French work from the Art Deco period (1920-1935), Edwardian period.

Eagle's head and dog's head hallmark, numbering on the break.

Total height: 20 mm.
Total diamond weight: 0,20 carat.
Gross weight: 2,75 gr

Did you know ? Sleepers are called so because they were invented so that ladies could sleep with them.

Art Deco pearl pin in yellow gold and 18 karat white gold (750 thousandths). A pearl stands in the center of the room. Around, 16 pink cut diamonds underline the very slightly pinkish hue of the cultured pearl. French work of the Art Deco period (1920-1935)

Eagle head hallmark, illegible silversmith's mark and numbered on the reverse. 

Length: 7,5 cm
Pearl diameter: 6 mm
Diameter of the central motif: 9 mm

Note: the clip works
Condition: small dent, scratches from use

Weight: 5,48 gr.

Lucky Art Deco 13 pendant in 18 karat yellow gold (750 thousandths). It is a vintage jewelry from the Art Deco period featuring the number 13 in a gold circle. Lucky jewel, the number 13 being supposed to bring good luck, it will be a perfect talisman to wear around the neck. Jewel from the Art Deco period, early 20th century.

Eagle's head hallmark.

Diameter: 18 mm
Height with bail: 25 mm

Condition: scratches from use

Weight: 1,56 gr.

Long necklace 3 rows of coral also called Opera necklace. It is composed of falling coral beads of an intense orange color from the Mediterranean Sea. The coral is not tinted. Round ratchet box clasp in 18 karat (750 thousandths) yellow gold adorned with a coral cabochon. Jewel from the first half of the 20th century, Art Deco period.

Owl hallmark

Length (unfolded): 75 cm

Weight: 89 gr.

Note: the "opera" necklace is the term used for pearl necklaces measuring 70 to 80 cm in length.

Gemological point: coral is a gem of organic origin. Only the limestone branched trunks of certain corals are used in jewelry. Its color is due to organic pigments close to carotene: varying from blood red to white, including pink "angel skin". Currently, most coral species are protected by the CITES convention, the convention on international trade in endangered species of wild flora and fauna.

Savoyard earrings in 18 karat yellow gold (750 thousandths). The loops are triangular in shape with soft angles. Fairly wide, they are adorned with fine carvings and volutes, embellished with nine Verneuil sapphires (synthetic). In the center of the jewel, two pendeloque Verneuil sapphires. Second-hand earrings, regional jewel, Savoie, France. 20th century.

Eagle's head hallmark, silversmith's mark.

Dimensions: 5,5 x 3,3 cm

Note: the attachment system works, the buckles are put through the back of the lobe. For pierced ears. 

Weight: 13,55 gr.

Art Deco pearl ring in 18 karat yellow gold (750 thousandths). A solitary pearl in button is set in the center of the ring, framed by two thin and raised shoulders. Charming ring from the beginning of the 20th century, between the Art Nouveau period and the Art Deco period. 

Finger size: 48 EU or 4,5 US (size adjustment possible)

Pearl diameter: 6 mm
Shoulder height: 3 mm

Weight: 1,90 gr.

Coral ear studs in 18 karat yellow gold (750 thousandths). The stud earrings are adorned with two coral beads that are orange in color with a slight pinkish tinge. On the reverse, the pearl is set on a background depicting a stylized flower. French jewel from the 1920s to 1930s, Paris. Art Deco period.

18 karat hallmark, eagle's head hallmark and silversmith's hallmark Henri Muès, active in Paris from 1912.

Pearl diameter: 7 mm

Note: clasp system similar to the Alpa system

Weight: 2,87 gr.

This modern medal represents Saint Christopher, patron saint of travelers.

• Jewel type: Medal
• Engraver: J. Holy
• Metal: 18k yellow gold (750/1000)
• Genre: Old - Art-deco 20 '
• Weight: g 1.2
• Dimension: 27 mm x 14 mm
• Hallmark: Eagle head
• Reference: 045251

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Pretty old Art Deco drapery necklace in two-tone gold and filigree links circa 1930.

Type: Ancient Necklace

Metal: 750 Gold

Details: Two-tone gold drapery necklace circa 1930

Weight: 10,6 gr.

Length: 42cm

Old chain and Art Deco style pendant in 750/1000 white gold and diamonds. The pendant is adorned with a central diamond of 2mm in diameter and rose cut diamonds of 1mm in diameter.

The chain is 42 cm long and the pendant 3 cm x 1,82 cm.

Total weight: 4,4 gr

Eagle head hallmark

Period: 20th century

Style: Art Deco

Condition: Perfect condition