Antique and Vintage Jewelry Library

A classic vintage pearl necklace boasts a total of 127 pearls threaded between 2 strands. One strand lying inside the other, this vintage jewelry piece secures at the nape with a diamond heart and teardrop set 14k white gold clasp. The 13 round full cut diamonds that accentuate the diamond clasp total 0.33 carats. A pair of matching pearl studs are part of your purchase. Circa 1950 or later. SOLD

The amethyst is mirror-set in a 14k yellow gold base. Metallic coil springs and mille grain surround the oval amethyst. The deep purple centerpiece gemstone in this vintage brooch weighs 6.5 carats. Circa 1970s or later. SOLD

The unique design of the mounting in this engagement ring helps the diamond pull off the illusion of a bigger stone. Fashioned in the shape of a hexagon, with layers of mille grain inside, the top setting holds a bead set diamond. The pierced floral and filigree band is lovely. Details: Vintage. Circa 1930 or later. 14k white gold. Single cut diamond; 0.03 carats. SOLD

An old European cut diamond solitaire sits at the center of this vintage engagement ring's universe. Old style round brilliant cut diamonds mesmerizingly spin around its axis. A 14k yellow gold setting adds a warming glow. Details: Vintage. Circa 1930 or later. 14k yellow gold. Old European and round brilliant cut diamonds; 1.42 carats. SOLD

The architectural filigree of this antique engagement ring's 18k white gold setting brings to mind modern wonders of the world like the Eiffel Tower. The focal point round blue sapphire in the center of this antique engagement ring is nestled in a square top setting. This combination of color and geometry gives this engagement ring Art Deco flair. Details: Antique, Art Deco. Circa 1920. 18k white gold. Round blue sapphire; 0.61 carats. SOLD

This vintage jewelry bracelet is made of 14k yellow gold. The top half is engraved with a romantic floral and feather motif. Circa 1930's or later. SOLD

As if sprinkled with fairy dust, the 14k white gold band of this vintage engagement ring is adorned with flowers. A round faceted mixed cut aquamarine ascends from the carved floral effusion of the vintage band. Pedestal set, in a 6 prong basket head, this aquamarine gemstone weighs 0.79 carats. This vintage aquamarine engagement ring has a soft and feminine appeal. Circa 1930 or later. SOLD

15k yellow gold tassels drip from this vintage jewelry piece like a shimmering comet shooting through the sky. Lending to this celestial theme is an oval cabochon almandine garnet that is topped with a diamond-studded star. The seven rose and old mine cut diamonds that accent the star total 0.11 carats. Twenty-seven spherical natural half pearls gleam around the Victorian garnet like a crescent moon. This vintage pendant is circa 1870 SOLD

The decorative accents that give this hand-wrought Art Deco pin its charm are set on the diagonal. A 0.07 carat cushion faceted step cut emerald is surrounded by eight European cut diamonds. Bead set in a platinum top, these diamonds total 0.20 carats. This antique brooch secures with an 18k white gold safety pin clasp. Circa 1925 SOLD

A pierced filigree design and an engraved chevron motif add sophistication to the 14k white gold band. This vintage wedding ring is set with 11 diamonds which total 0.35 carats. Circa 1950. SOLD

A14k yellow gold pendant suspends from a round blue zircon in this vintage necklace. A larger matching zircon centerpieces the vase's cutwork. Three oval wing baroque pearls unfurl in between while a bigger heart-shaped pearl romantically dangles from below. Details: Antique, Victorian. Circa 1900. 14k yellow gold. Full cut diamonds, 0.025 carats. Two round zircons, 2.21 carats. 4 fresh water pearls. SOLD

Set in 18k yellow gold, this vintage cross is topped with a rhodium finish. Twenty-one single cut diamonds accent the filigreed base. The cutwork and diamonds lead to a square-set old European cut diamond at the center. The combined weight of all the diamonds is 0.59 carats. Circa 1930 or later SOLD

Delicate natural pearl threads capture this vintage ring's amethyst in their alluring web. The beaded pearl filament that trims the violet gemstone is accented at its cardinal points with unexpected bursts of colorful enamel. The filigree band of this ring is intricately pierced along the bezel and down its shoulders. Details: Vintage. Circa 1930 or later. 14k white gold. Emerald faceted mixed cut amethyst; 8.17 carats. Natural bead pearls. SOLD

The hand-wrought, polished 18k yellow gold band of this vintage ring gleams in an open wave around its main attractions - a cultured natural pearl and an old cut diamond. Details: 18k yellow gold. Old style full cut diamond; 0.11 carats. Natural pearl, 3.9mm. Vintage, Circa 1930 or later. SOLD

When sunlight, dew and summer blades of grass combine, they emit the same lustrous green as this antique ring's peridot. This lush gemstone is set in a square mounting that lends geometric interest. A filigree band fancies up the finger with lacy cutwork that spins around the peridot and down the shoulders. Details: Antique. Circa 1930s. 14k white gold. Cushion cut peridot; 3.29 carats. SOLD

The classic platinum hand-wrought filigree mounting of this Edwardian antique ring is dazzling with 50 bead set diamonds which accent an aquamarine and a quartz. Make a statement with this smashing ring -- it's art for your finger! Circa 1915. SOLD