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Heavy keeper ring
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Antique Victorian 18ct gold keeper ring, circa 1900
A beautifully weighty carved gold keeper ring featuring a triple band that graduates out to intertwining knots engraved with floral motifs. The top of the ring is approximately 11mm at widest, down to 6.4mm at the back of the band. Gross weight 8.77g.
Size: J 1/2 / 5 (US) – please see how it fits my ring size to get an idea of its fit
Hallmarked: yes
Maker’s mark: S Bros
Assay office: Birmingham
Date letter: a (1900)
Condition: old resize marks; lots of patina/wear
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For Carly (without bolt ring) Seed pearl crescent moon pendant
Victorian 15ct gold seed pearl crescent pendant on a 9ct gold bolt ring, both circa 1890
We had this crescent professionally converted form a brooch to a stunning pendant to give it a new lease of life, and we hope you'll agree it's done just that! The wonderful seed pearls are so pure and yummy looking in that rich 15ct yellow gold that the Victorians loved for their pieces. The jeweller has cleverly put the new 9ct gold bail and jump ring where the old brooch fitting was. This is a regal and special piece, and looks so fine on a chunky antique chain. We have paired it with a Victorian 9ct gold bolt ring, which enhances the crescent in such a subtle way.
If you would prefer to buy the crescent without the bolt ring, please get in touch and we can adjust the listing for you.
Hallmarked: kind of - stamped 15 to reverse of crescent; bolt ring has 9 .375 mark to jump ring
Approximate length of bolt ring and crescent together is 5cm; crescent is around 2.7cm at widest
Bolt ring is approximately 1.4cm wide and 2cm in length
Gross weight: crescent: 5g; bolt ring: 1.7g
Condition: bolt clasp is rather stiff and only opens a little way - we recommend you don't force it; its pin is a bit off centre but still secure
Hallmarked: kind of - stamped 15 to reverse of crescent; bolt ring has 9 .375 mark to jump ring
Approximate length of bolt ring and crescent together is 5cm; crescent is around 2.7cm at widest
Bolt ring is approximately 1.4cm wide and 2cm in length
Gross weight: crescent: 5g; bolt ring: 1.7g
Condition: bolt clasp is rather stiff and only opens a little way - we recommend you don't force it; its pin is a bit off centre but still secure 
Diamond and pearl enamelled mourning ring
Victorian rose cut diamond and pearl black enamel 18ct gold mourning ring with inscription circa 1846
The jewellery of our predecessors doesn't come any sadder or sweeter than this little flower. At the centre sits a lovely rose cut diamond held in tiny silver claws, as was the custom of the era. Five luminous silvery pearls sit around it to form a pansy, which according to the jewellery language of the time indicated the wearer was dwelling in her thoughts. Inside the band we learn why, as here is the inscription, "Ellen Watson ob 30, april 1846". The full set of crisp hallmarks, which include the duty mark, confirm the ring was made in 1846, no doubt commissioned by Ellen's daughter or sister when they were in mourning for her death. The delicate, leaf-like shoulders have lovely black enamel detailing for a gothic look that feels really edgy today. The flower measures around 8.2mm with a rise of 4mm. The shoulders taper to a band of 1.8mm. The date letter has been struck seemingly by accident on the outside of one shoulder. The flower has space for a locket behind it, now vacant.
Size: J (UK) / 4 3/4 (US)
Hallmarked: yes
Maker's mark: ES (indistinct)
Date letter: k (1846)
Assay office: London
Composition of gold: 18ct
Gross weight: 2g
Condition: noticeable wear to at least two pearls; pretty good otherwise
Size: J (UK) / 4 3/4 (US)
Hallmarked: yes
Maker's mark: ES (indistinct)
Date letter: k (1846)
Assay office: London
Composition of gold: 18ct
Gross weight: 2g
Condition: noticeable wear to at least two pearls; pretty good otherwise 
Rose gold mourning brooch
Unusual rose gold Georgian mourning brooch circa 1810
A splendid mourning brooch containing the most beautiful woven hair under a thick panel of glass. It is set in wonderful rose gold and is curved, smooth and chunky. It has its original 'C' clasp and a yellow gold pin (very sharp!). The brooch is around 12.1 x 26.3mm; the pin is 30.3mm. The condition is very nice with only minor wear to the surface of the glass. An historical piece of true quality.
Tests as low carat gold (approx. 9ct)
Gross weight: 3g
Condition: surface wear to glass; minor wear to gold
Tests as low carat gold (approx. 9ct)
Gross weight: 3g
Condition: surface wear to glass; minor wear to gold
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Silver paste bow locket
Antique sterling silver and paste bow locket, circa 1900-10
Who needs to splurge on diamonds when paste is this good? A halo of foiled, hard glass white stones surround a glass locket compartment, which can take a small memento to each side. (Note: the front glass is not fixed and pops out if nothing is inside.) The locket suspends from a wonderful Belle Époque style bow surmount, set with further foiled pastes, and finished with an oval jump ring. The piece is marked 'Sterling Silver' to the reverse. It measures approximately 4.8cm in length and 2.8cm at widest, where the bow is. The original piece of velvet is still inside the locket and we have added a little silhouette to show you how it looks with something in there, but you can absolutely remove that and add your own item! We love this piece styled with an old gold or silver chain - it's certainly a statement piece and can be the highlight of your outfit.
Stamped 'Sterling Silver'
Gross weight: 11g
Condition: the silver is oxidised in places; a bit of rust or solder on jump ring; one or two stones have a tiny nibble; very good antique condition
Stamped 'Sterling Silver'
Gross weight: 11g
Condition: the silver is oxidised in places; a bit of rust or solder on jump ring; one or two stones have a tiny nibble; very good antique condition