01 février 2010
Rolph Scarlett, two Silver-smithed designs of sterling silver and semi-precious stones, circa 1955
Rolph Scarlett, Silver-smithed designs of sterling silver and semi-precious stones, circa 1955
Authenticated by the estate. height - 5 in, width - 5 in, depth - 2.5 in. Estimate: from $20,000 to $30,000
Rolph Scarlett, Silver-smithed design of sterling silver, pearl and semi-precious stones, circa 1955
Authenticated by the estate. height - 3 in, width - 4.5 in, depth - 2.5 in. Estimate: from $20,000 to $30,000Notes: Created during the mid-50s, after SCARLETT had returned to New York from... [Lire la suite]
31 janvier 2010
Enamel & Rhinestone Elephant Brooch by Kenneth J. Lane. U.S.A. 1970's
Enamel & Rhinestone Elephant Brooch by Kenneth J. Lane. U.S.A. 1970's
Colorful figural Elephant costume brooch by Kenneth J. Lane. This whimsical interpretation of an Indian elephant has red, blue and green enamel & rhinestones on ears and trunk. There are blue cab eyes, pave white rhinestone ears and dangling pearl accents. It measures 3 1/4" x 2 1/4" and is marked KJL. Price $495
Dragonette LTD. 711 N. La Cienega Blvd. Los Angeles CA, 90069. Phone: 310-855-9091 - E-Mail: dragonette@mac.com
31 janvier 2010
18K Gold Enamel Frog Brooch With Diamond & Ruby Eyes. Italy. 1960"s
18K Gold Enamel Frog Brooch With Diamond & Ruby Eyes. Italy. 1960"s
Beautifully executed whimsical frog brooch in 18K yellow gold finished in green enamel with diamond & ruby studded eyes. It measures 2" x 1 1/4" and is stamped: ITALY and 18K. Price $995
Dragonette LTD. 711 N. La Cienega Blvd. Los Angeles CA, 90069. Phone: 310-855-9091 - E-Mail: dragonette@mac.com
31 janvier 2010
18K and Gemstone Chinese Foo Dog Brooch, USA, 1950's

31 janvier 2010
Jessica Kagan Cushman: Drop Dead Chic jewelry
Scrimshaw Spider Cuff by Jessica Kagan Cushman
Flaunting a perilously captivating spider, this genuine scrimshaw spider cuff suggests equal parts Pop and Victoriana with the elegant touch of a beautiful entomological rendering. Made of fossilized mammoth ivory, this hand-inked, hand-finished piece flaunts all the delectable natural nuances that give scrimshaw its unique appeal. Measures 1 3/4" wide with a 1 1/4" opening. Price $2,650.00
Scrimshaw Fly Cuff by Jessica Kagan Cushman
Fascinating and fabulous,... [Lire la suite]
29 janvier 2010
Kenneth J. Lane, Conch Shell on Coral Reef Brooch & Coral Reef Cuff bracelet @ Fabulous Facets
Kenneth J. Lane Conch Shell on Coral Reef Brooch
The black enamel conch shell is detailed with pavé-set, faceted, faux diamonds, placed into gold tone metal in the spiral form of the shell. A beautiful glass pearl cabochon is set at the center. The enameled coral reef sparkles with more crystals and gold tone accents. The brooch measures 2.25" high and 2.5" wide. Signed "Kenneth Lane. Price $325.00
Kenneth J. Lane Coral Reef Cuff bracelet
Inside circumference measures 6" long, with... [Lire la suite]
11 janvier 2010
Drusy Rings by Marta Sànchez Oms
Azurite
Sterling silver ring with natural drusy Azurite. From Isis collection. This piece is a one-of-a-kind handmade ring. Stone size: 19 x 15 mm. $120.00 USD
Beryl
Sterling silver ring with natural Beryl with inclusions. Inclusions are brown and gold, and the stone is very transparent, you can see through it. This piece is a one-of-a-kind handmade ring. Stone size: 30 X 24 mm. $150.00 USD
Citrine
Silver ring with natural raw citrine crystal. This piece is a one-of-a-kind handmade ring. Stone size: 19... [Lire la suite]
09 janvier 2010
A selection of ruby jewelry sold @ Sotheby's, Magnificent Jewels, New York

08 janvier 2010
Blancpain Spécialités Tourbillon Diamants Dame & Homme
SPÉCIALITÉS, Tourbillon Dame serti de diamants de taille baguette, cadran en or blanc serti de 115 diamants, bracelet serti de 242 diamants, remontage automatique.
Blancpain a perfectionné et miniaturisé cette pièce maîtresse de l'art horloger. Sa confortable réserve de marche rend superflu le remontage quotidien et garantit une précision optimale grâce à la détente lente et plus régulière de son ressort de barillet.
De nos jours comme en 1801, le tourbillon représente l'un des achèvements majeurs de l'horlogerie... [Lire la suite]
08 janvier 2010
The Wittelsbach diamond, now the Wittelsbach-Graff diamond @ the Smithsonian Institution in Washington
The Wittelsbach diamond (shown in 2008 before recutting) was part of the dowry for the Infanta Margarita Teresa. Copyright 2009 The New York Times Company
The Infanta Margarita Teresa. Musée du Louvre, Paris
For more than a half-century, one of the world's most celebrated diamonds, the fabled Wittelsbach blue, was not on view. It was once set in the Order of the Golden Fleece ornament, shown here.
A grayish blue diamond taken to Europe in the 17th century from India, it was given in 1664 to the Infanta Margarita... [Lire la suite]