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$11.99 Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States Known as a "star" sapphire because of an optical effect known as an "asterism"; oriented crystal inclusions cause this six-rayed-star light effect (the ... moreasterism) to form on the surface of these beautiful precious gemstones.
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$10.99 Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States Ancient Roman accounts recorded that the Emperor Nero used aquamarine as an eyeglass. DETAIL: Ancient Roman accounts recorded that the Emperor Nero used ... moreaquamarine as an eyeglass. Romans believed that Aquamarine was sacred to Neptune, the god of the sea, having fallen from the jewel boxes of sirens and washed onto shore.
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$11.99 Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States Apatite is valued for its color, and while the better grade gemstones are transparent, as are these gemstones. Most apatite gemstones will typically possess ... moreinternal rutile blemishes (thin, hair-like strands within the gemstone) which are almost a hallmark characteristic of apatite, even typically found in the highest quality gemstones.
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$10.99 Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States Cairngorm is also the national gemstone of Scotland and has been considered a sacred stone for millennia, a belief dating back to the Druids. It is the ... morenational gemstone of Scotland and has been considered a sacred stone there for millennia, a belief dating back to the Druids.
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$9.49 Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States Ancient mystical ceremonies in India included the use of the gem as a tool to bring insight and help in the discovery of that which is good, and to make ... moreknown who or what was the cause of troubles or evil deeds.
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$11.99 Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States In ancient Greek Mythology Hyacinth was a young and beautiful young man and was loved by the God Apollo. When Hyacinth tried to catch the discus it killed ... morehim. ZIRCON HISTORY: Not to be confused with synthetic “cubic zirconium”, zircon is a natural gemstone known to mankind for thousands of years.
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$30.49 Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States Though it might be possible to make out a few internal blemishes upon close scrutiny, to the cursory glance of the casual admirer it is more or less eye ... moreclean. To casual scrutiny, the gemstone is transparent, and near eye clean.
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$11.99 Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States Here’s a gorgeous, richly colored natural dark navy sapphire precious gemstone from Mogok, Burma. The result is an exquisite and incredibly richly colored ... moreprecious gemstone with lots of depth and gorgeous tone.
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$10.49 Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States The most famous is the Black Prince's "Ruby", a magnificent 170-carat red spinel that currently adorns the Imperial State Crown in the British Crown Jewels. ... moreOne early known use of spinel was from about 100 B.C. in a Buddhist tomb in Afghanistan.
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$22.49 Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States Ruby was also thought to be an antidote to poisoning as well, and to protect the wearer from lightening, plagues, poison, sorrow, and evil spirits. Consequentially ... morerubies were considered even more valuable than diamonds.
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$16.99 Shipping Condition: New without tags Location: Lummi Island, United States The particulate blemishes are not terribly obvious to the casual admirer, and even to close scrutiny with the unaided eye they are not east to discern. ... moreHowever aside from a grumpy critic, to the casual admirer, this ruby appears unblemished, and the tiny blemishes it does possess will be much more difficult to discern once the gemstone is set into a pendant or ring.
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Free Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States TRANSLATE Arabic Chinese French German Greek Indonesian Italian Hindi Japanese Korean Swedish Portuguese Russian Spanish Antique Seventeenth Century Genuine ... moreNatural Russian Brightly Colored Primitively Cut Oval Tourmaline. CLASSIFICATION: Coarse Tourmaline Cabochon. ORIGIN: The Ural Mountains. Russia. 17th Century. SIZE: Length: 9mm. Width: 6mm. Depth: 4mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 2.06 carats. NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstones as a ring. Pendant, or as earrings(click for more information) DETAIL: Historical and archaeological evidence indicates that tourmaline was exported from Ceylon to ancient Israel as early as the time of King Solomon. And may have adorned the crown of the Queen of Sheba. Tourmaline occurred in many of the ancient mines that yielded precious gemstones in the ancient Roman world 2,000 years ago, however it was mistaken for(and thus called) emerald or topaz(or in some cases, perhaps ruby) However tourmaline was correctly identified and described in the ancient world by Theophrastus of Ancient Greece(student and successor of Plato and Aristotle) in 314 B.C. The name“tourmaline” came from the Celanese word"turmali, which means"mixed" Bright rainbow collections of gemstone varieties were called"turmali" parcels. In ancient mythology, tourmaline was found in all colors because it traveled along a rainbow and gathered all the rainbow's colors. You’ll likely never. Ever see a gemstone as unique as this. A brightly colored and textured tourmaline gemstone from Siberia, the Ural Mountains of Russia. Gorgeous, vibrant, and brilliantly hued, this striking gemstone possesses breathtaking luster and exceptional tone. It was primitively hand shaped and polished into this very beautiful coarse oval cabochon by a 17th century Russian artisan, part of an heritage renown for the production of the elaborate gemstones and jewelry of the Czars of Medieval, Renaissance, and Victorian Russia. This lustrous semi-precious gemstone possesses a bright and colorful c
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$8.49 Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States It is the national gemstone of Scotland and has been considered a sacred stone there for millennia, a belief dating back to the Druids. Smoky quartz is ... morethe national gemstone of Scotland and has been considered a sacred stone for millennia, a belief dating back to the Druids.
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$10.99 Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States In ancient history the first references zircon are in Hindu mythology, many thousands of years ago in a poem about the “Kalpa” tree, described as a glowing ... moretree draped with gemstones, with leaves made of zircons.
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$9.99 Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States It was also believed to be an effective talisman against accident and fire. It was believed that the application of topaz could actually absorb the heat ... moreof a fever. It was also used to ease the inflammations, discomfort and pain associated with arthritis.
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$6.49 Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States It is the national gemstone of Scotland and has been considered a sacred stone there for millennia, a belief dating back to the Druids. Smoky quartz is ... morethe national gemstone of Scotland and has been considered a sacred stone for millennia, a belief dating back to the Druids.
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Free Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States TRANSLATE Arabic Chinese French German Greek Indonesian Italian Hindi Japanese Korean Swedish Portuguese Russian Spanish Antique 19th Century Genuine ... moreNatural Burmese Two and One-Quarter Carat Blue Star Sapphire Oval. CLASSIFICATION: Cabochon Blue Star Sapphire Oval. ORIGIN: Mogok. Burma(present day Myanmar) 19th Century. SIZE: Length: 7 1/2mm. Width: 6mm. Depth: 4mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 2.25 carats. NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstones as a ring. Pendant, or as earrings(click for more information) DETAIL: Medieval sorcerers believed that sapphire enabled them to hear and understand the most obscure oracles. Not only did sapphire help to get in touch with astral and psychic realms. But the stone also provided protection for those who took those journeys. On the flip side, Medieval populations believed that wearing a sapphire as a talisman was an antidote to black magic and effects of evil spirits, and provided protection against sorcery. It was believed to banish evil spirits and send negative spells back to the sender. Sapphires have been since ancient times one of the most highly valued of all gemstones, and references to the gemstone date back to about 800 B.C. In the world of the ancient Mediterranean(including the Greeks, Romans, Persians, Hebrews, and the various Indo-European Celtic tribes) priests and sorcerers honored the sapphire above all other gems. Here’s a gorgeous. Richly colored natural dark navy sapphire precious gemstone from Mogok, Burma. The gemstone was hand crafted and faceted by a 19th century Russian artisan, part of an heritage renown for the production of the elaborate gemstones and jewelry of the Czars of Medieval, Renaissance, and Victorian Russia. The result is an exquisite and incredibly richly colored precious gemstone with lots of depth and gorgeous tone. Known as a"star" sapphire because of an optical effect known as an"asterism" oriented crystal inclusions cause this six-rayed-star light effect(the asterism) to form on the surface of
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Free Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States TRANSLATE Arabic Chinese French German Greek Indonesian Italian Hindi Japanese Korean Swedish Portuguese Russian Spanish 19th Antique Century Handcrafted ... moreNatural White Zircon Accented Two and One-Quarter Carat Blue Topaz and(Contemporary) Sterling Silver Ring Size 7 1/4. GEMSTONES: One antique. Handcrafted 7mm square“emerald cut” Siberian blue topaz semi-precious gemstone. Six antique, handcrafted 1mm round natural white zircon accents. Size 7 1/4 sterling silver ring. Total gemstone weight approximately 2.20 carats. All measurements approximate. NOTES: Resizing is available(nominal extra cost) DETAIL: In ancient Greece topaz was associated with Apollo and Zeus. As topaz was associated with the sun, and both Apollo and Zeus were solar deities. The ancient Greeks believed that topaz rendered the wearer invisible, gave great strength to whomsoever wore the stone, and was also worn as an amulet to ward off enchantment. The ancient Greeks also believed that wearing topaz would dispel sadness and strengthen the wearer’s intellect. Both the Greeks and Romans greatly valued topaz as a gemstone. Ancient Romans credited topaz with preventing sickness of the chest and abdominal pain. Both Julius Caesar and his heir Octavian Augustus held Apollo in special reverence. Augustus credited Apollo with his victory of Marc Antony, and erected a magnificent temple to Apollo at Actium overlooking the site of the famous naval battle, as well as an even grander temple on the Palatine in Rome. Here’s a nice quality sterling silver ring which features a stunning. Flashy emerald cut blue topaz(the cut is also known within the trade as an“octagon” The ring is very nicely constructed of solid sterling silver(not cheap silver electroplate) and is new, never worn. The blue topaz is of very good quality, and without visible blemish. The six 1mm accent stones are natural white zircon. All seven gemstones are of vintage origin, originally cut in nineteenth century Russia. The setting is of contemporary origin. It is a high quality s
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Free Shipping Location: San Francisco, United States 1796 date made by Stephen Adams. The Silver Dressing Spoons are in good condition and weigh 229. MAKE US A FAVORITE.
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$9.49 Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States TRANSLATE Arabic Chinese French German Greek Indonesian Italian Hindi Japanese Korean Swedish Portuguese Russian Spanish Antique 19th Century Genuine ... moreNatural Faceted Two Carat Bright Raspberry Red Ruby Oval. ORIGIN: 19th Century Ceylon. Handcrafted in Russia. 19th Century. SIZE: Length: 8mm. Width: 6mm. Depth: 3mm. Measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 1.91 carats. NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstones as a ring. Pendant, or as earrings(click for more information) DETAIL: Legends from ancient India’s distant past relate that God first created ruby and later created man to possess it. And that he who offered rubies to the gods would be reincarnated as a powerful king or emperor. In ancient India rubies were also sorted into upper class, middle class, and lower class stones in relation to their color, flawlessness and beauty. Much like Indian society today, no inferior ruby was allowed contact with an upper class ruby because it was believed the low-caste ruby would contaminate the better one, thereby diminishing its magical powers. In Sanskrit, one of the ancient languages of India, ruby was called"ratnaraj" which means"King of Gems" To them, this fiery stone burned with an inextinguishable fire, capable of boiling the water in which it was placed. In nearby ancient Burma it was believed that a ruby must not just be worn, but embedded in the skin to become part of the body, thus making the wearer invulnerable. Celebrating this cultural legacy here a nice. Fairly decent quality antique hand faceted ruby oval. Hand crafted by a 19th century Russian artisan, part of an heritage renown for the production of the elaborate gemstones and jewelry of the Czars of Medieval, Renaissance, and Victorian Russia. Originally used in indigenous jewelry, this is a very pretty precious gemstone, with a highly desirable bright blood raspberry red color and rich texture. It is by and large eye clean, of higher value transparent/translucent character as opposed to lower value opaque rubies. Of course most ruby g
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Free Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States TRANSLATE Arabic Chinese French German Greek Indonesian Italian Hindi Japanese Korean Swedish Portuguese Russian Spanish Antique Genuine Natural Russian ... moreThree and Two-Third Carat Handcrafted Violet-Blue Iolite Semi-Precious Gemstone. Mounted into high quality solid sterling silver pendant(not cheap silver plated) CLASSIFICATION: Hand Polished Blue-Violet Iolite Oval Cabochon. Chain and pendant setting are contemporary. ORIGIN: 18th Century Chelyabinsk. Russia. SIZE: Length: 11mm. Width: 9mm. Thickness: 5mm. WEIGHT: Approximately 3.61 carats. NOTES: Default chain is silver electroplate 16. 18, 20 or 24 inch(provided free) Sterling silver chains are also available in lengths from 16 to 24 inches. 14kt solid gold pendant setting together with 14kt gold fill and solid 14kt gold chains in lengths from 18 to 24 inches are available upon request. For a more authentic touch, we also have available handcrafted Greek black leather cords. NOTE: If you would like only the gemstone. And not the setting, we can dismount the gemstone and offer you the gemstone without the setting. Just let us know, and yes, we’ll discount the price by the cost of the setting. DETAIL: Known as the gemstone of the Vikings. Iolite was used by Norse and Viking explorers as a navigational aid, as a properly oriented stone would change color in relation to the direction of sunlight, allowing for crude navigation in the fog-enshrouded northern Atlantic waters where the direction of the sun was otherwise impossible to discern. Mined from deposits in Norway and Greenland, it was called“water sapphire” by some as it is clear from one direction, light blue from another, and from the third direction, light yellow or gray. Its darkest blue-violet shade is seen when held 90 degrees from the sun. It is believed that the Vikings would use thin slices of iolite as polarizing filters, allowing them to look directly at the sun and determine its exact location in the sky. Here's an absolutely gorgeous. Richly colored violet-blue iolite gemstone from Chel
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$6.09 Shipping Location: Griggsville, United States THESE LOOK TO BE FROM FRANCE, BUT ARE NOT MARKED- LAST PHOTO SHOWS BACKS. MY MOTHER COLLECTED FOR MANY YEARS, AND THESE ARE PART OF ESTATE.
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Free Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States TRANSLATE Arabic Chinese French German Greek Indonesian Italian Hindi Japanese Korean Swedish Portuguese Russian Spanish Antique 18th Century Genuine ... moreNatural Two and One-Quarter Carat Hand Crafted/Polished Siberian Agate Semi-Precious Gemstone Oval. CLASSIFICATION: Polished Siberian Onyx Polished Cabochon. ORIGIN: 18th century Russia. SIZE: Length: 10mm. Width: 8mm. Depth(Thickness) 3mm. Measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 2.21 carats. NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstones as a ring. Pendant, or as earrings(click for more information) DETAIL: In the ancient world. Onyx was oftentimes more costly than either gold or silver, and one ancient reference recorded it as more valuable than sapphire. Onyx was used in ancient Egypt as early as the Second Dynasty(about 2800 B.C. to make bowls and other items. Onyx also was amongst the artifacts recovered of Minoan Crete(about 1800 B.C. notably from the archaeological discoveries at Knossos. Onyx became particularly famous in the hands of both the Greeks and Romans, who as described by the first century Roman historian and naturalist“Pliny the Elder” crafted beautiful intaglio seals out of onyx. In Greco-Roman Mythology, onyx was believed to originated from the fingernails of Venus, the Goddess of Beauty. Celebrating our cultural inheritance here's an antique handcrafted Siberian black onyx cabochon cut gemstone. In the ancient world Persian magicians were believed to possess the power to divert storms through the use of agate talismans of various species(including onyx) Many forms of agate. Including onyx, have been popularly used through recorded history for the production of jewelry, beads, and amulets due to the vibrant rainbow of colors agate naturally occurs in. Agate amulets produced by Stone Age man in France has been discovered, dating the known use of agate back to approximately 20,000 B.C. Agate was widely used and admired by the ancient Romans, Greeks, Phoenicians, Persians, Egyptians, etc. Hand crafted by an 18th century Russian artisan. P
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Free Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States TRANSLATE Arabic Chinese French German Greek Indonesian Italian Hindi Japanese Korean Swedish Portuguese Russian Spanish Very Elegant Genuine Ancient ... moreCirca 300 A.D. Roman Bronze Gemstone Ring Size 5 1/2. CLASSIFICATION: Ancient Roman Bronze Ring. Antique Handcrafted Nineteenth Century Two Carat Unakite Semi-Precious Gemstone. ATTRIBUTION: Roman Provincial Africa- Carthage(present-day Tunisia) Third or Fourth Century A.D. SIZE/MEASUREMENTS: Fits ring size 5 1/2(U.S. Diameter: 18mm(outer dimensions excluding gemstone) 16 1/2mm(inner diameter) Bezel: 8mm(breadth) 8 1/2mm(height) 1 1/2mm(thickness) Excluding gemstone. Gemstone: 8mm(diameter) 3 1/2mm(thickness) 1.91 carats(approximate weight) Tapered Width Band: 6mm(at bezel) 3 1/2mm(at sides) 2mm(at back) Weight: 1.16 grams(without gemstone) CONDITION: Very good! Completely intact. Heavy wear consistent with sustained(ancient) usage, very light(surface pitting caused by contact with earth while buried) Professionally conserved. DETAIL: A handsome. Nicely constructed Roman bronze ring with a raised platform, six-sided bezel which at one time would have been engraved. However the ring was worn for such an extended period of time that though the ring is entirely intact and its integrity undiminished, nonetheless whatever engraved design it once bore was worn smooth. It is quite likely that the ring was worn most of a lifetime, as it would take most of a life time to wear an engraved bezel smooth. In fact the extent of the wear is significant enough that it suggests that the ring might have been worn during the lifetime of more than one owner. Perhaps it was a family heirloom handed down between generations. Though the ring was not originally produced to hold a gemstone. The large, flat bezel seemed to invite a gemstone. So we mounted a large, natural, antique, handcrafted Siberian Unakite semi-precious gemstone using jeweler’s epoxy. The gemstone is quite secure, but if you at time in the future wished to remove it, this could
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$5.99 Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States Originally found in Spessart, Bavaia, its occurrences remain very limited when contrasted with other varieties of garnet. But an increase in the iron ... morecontent makes the stone darker orange to red. It is also known as “Spessartine”, which is the word for “forest” in German.
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$32.99 Shipping Condition: Pre-owned Location: Lummi Island, United States Though this is not an exceptionally high quality diamond, it is nonetheless gorgeous, sparkling white diamond round which is to to casual examination ... moreeye clean. It would be very suitable for a nice ring or pendant.
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$14.99 Shipping Condition: Pre-owned Location: Lummi Island, United States It was believed to banish evil spirits and send negative spells back to the sender. In celebration of that historical legacy, here's a stunning, gorgeous, ... morevibrantly colored natural bright rose hued sapphire precious gemstone from the Ural Mountains of Russia.
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$8.49 Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States PEARL HISTORY: The pearl is likely the first gemstone known to prehistoric man. Pearl necklaces have also been found by archaeologists within the sarcophagus ... moreof ancient Egyptian mummies. In the ancient world, natural salt-water pearls were principally harvested from the Persian Gulf, the Gulf of Manaar (Indian Ocean), and the Red Sea.
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$10.99 Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States Archaeologists have uncovered ancient Etruscan jewelry with Celanese ruby which dates back to the seventh century B.C. Ruby is then described as “the ... morelord of gems” when one was given to Aaron on the command of God.
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$9.49 Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States It was considered to be a protective stone, a healer of the spirit, providing soothing energy and peace of mind, benefiting those people suffering from ... morelow spirits or depression. On the more profane side, Turquoise was also believed to bring spoils to warriors, and many kills to the hunter.
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$7.49 Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States TRANSLATE Arabic Chinese French German Greek Indonesian Italian Hindi Japanese Korean Swedish Portuguese Russian Spanish Antique Genuine Natural Two Carat ... moreRussian Faceted Rich. Regal Red Garnet Emerald. ORIGIN: The Ural Mountains. Russia. 19th Century. CLASSIFICATION: Red Garnet Faceted Octagon. SIZE: Length: 9mm. Width: 6mm. Depth: 5mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: Approximately 2.03 carats. NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstones as a ring. Pendant, or as earrings(click for more information) DETAIL: Ancient Christians regarded the blood-red garnet to be symbolic of Christ’s blood sacrifice. According to ancient Hebrew mythology. A giant garnet provided interior lighting for Noah's Ark. It is also believed that garnet, described as“nopek” was one of the twelve gemstones described in the Bible in Exodus 28:17-20 as adorning Aaron’s breastplate, representing the twelve tribes of ancient Israel. Ancient cultures including the Celts, Greeks, Hebrews, Persians and Romans highly valued garnet. The ancient Persians regarded garnet as a royal stone, and only royalty was allowed to possess the gemstone. Most ancient Mediterranean populations believed that a garnet could give its wearer guidance in the night, allowing them to see when others could not. Here's a gorgeous. Richly textured, regally hued red faceted garnet gemstone from the Ural Mountains of Russia, where the production of garnet has gone on for many centuries. The gemstone was hand crafted and faceted by a 19th century Russian artisan, part of an heritage renown for the production of the elaborate gemstones and jewelry of the Czars of Medieval, Renaissance, and Victorian Russia. This particular variety of garnet is especially favored for its dark, regal, blood red tones. The gemstone is very clean, crystal clear, and exquisitely colored. It possesses great lustre, lots of flash, and at least to the eye, is essentially flawless. It is truly a gorgeously colored, brilliant, sparkling semi-precious gemstone. This gorgeous specimen was han
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$9.49 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Lummi Island, United States Originally found in Spessart, Bavaia, its occurrences remain very limited when contrasted with other varieties of garnet. But an increase in the iron ... morecontent makes the stone darker orange to red. It is also known as “Spessartine”, which is the word for “forest” in German.
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$9.49 Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States Turquoise has been found in neckwear and bracelets recovered along with the 7,500 year old Egyptian mummy of “Queen Zer”. The ancient Egyptians not only ... moreused turquoise for jewelry, but also wore it as a talisman to keep evil away.
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Free Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States TRANSLATE Arabic Chinese French German Greek Indonesian Italian Hindi Japanese Korean Swedish Portuguese Russian Spanish Two Antique 19th Century Genuine ... moreNatural One Carat Hand Crafted Siberian Neon Blue Apatite Semi-Precious Gemstones. CLASSIFICATION: Handcrafted Russian Apatite. ORIGIN: 19th Century Chelyabinsk Oblast. Russia. SIZE: Length: 7mm. Breadth: 5mm. Thickness: 4mm. Measurements approximate. COMBINED WEIGHT: 1.91 carats. NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstones as a ring. Pendant, or as earrings(click for more information) DETAIL: From ancient times through the Middle Ages it was believed that an elixir of apatite could be prepared by allowing apatite gemstones to sit outdoors overnight. Preferably under a full moon, in a glass container of water. The elixir was then drunken to help strengthen bones and heal and prevent joint pain. Apatite was believed to enhance the wearer’s insight, learning abilities and creativity, and to give increased self-confidence. It was also believed useful in inducing deep states of meditation. Athletes and soldiers believed it useful in helping improve their coordination and to strengthen muscles, and to help suppress hunger(or“appetite” Wearing apatite gemstones apatite was also believed useful in treating hyperactivity or its opposite, lethargy. The name“apatite” comes from the Greek"apatein" and was associated with“Apate” the Greek goddess of deceit, benefactor of politicians. A minor goddess in the Greek pantheon, she was the daughter of Nyx, and one of the spirits inside Pandora's box. Here are two very uncommon. Excellent quality, vividly hued, neon blue apatite gemstones from the Chelyabinsk Oblast(County) of Siberia, Russia. These particular gemstones were hand crafted by a 19th century Russian artisan, part of an heritage renown for the production of the elaborate gemstones and jewelry of the Czars of Medieval, Renaissance, and Victorian Russia. Produced for indigenous jewelry in the nineteenth century, apatite gemstones of this size and qualit
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$9.95 Shipping Location: Fort Lauderdale, United States The word excellent is used only to describe the condition based on its age.
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$58.49 Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States In the ancient world ruby was believed to possess magical powers, and was worn as a talisman for protection from plagues, poison, sorrow, and evil spirits. ... moreThe ruby symbolized freedom, charity, dignity and divine power, and was associated with fire and blood, implying warmth and life for mankind.
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Free Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States TRANSLATE Arabic Chinese French German Greek Indonesian Italian Hindi Japanese Korean Swedish Portuguese Russian Spanish Two Antique Genuine Natural Russian ... moreOne Carat White Topaz Faceted Semi-Precious Gemstones. CLASSIFICATION: Hand Faceted White Topaz. ORIGIN: The Ural Mountains. Russia. 19th Century. SIZE: Diameter: 6mm. Depth: 4mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: Approximately 1.80 carats(the pair) NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstones as a ring. Pendant, or as earrings(click for more information) DETAIL: In the ancient world topaz came from Topazion. An Island in the Red Sea now called Zabargad. Topaz was thought to protect against evil and to the ancient Greeks and Persians, it was believed to be effective as a talisman which would protect against evil enchantments. The Greeks also believed that wearing topaz would bestow upon the wearer great physical strength, dispel sadness and strengthen the wearer’s intellect. To the ancient Egyptians, the sparkle of topaz symbolized"Ra" their sun god. Topaz was significant not only within the religion of Ancient Egypt, but within ancient Christianity as well. There are many references to"topaz" in the Bible. Topaz was one of the stones selected by Aaron for his priestly breastplate. To ancient Christians topaz was regarded as a symbol of uprightness and virtue. Used for centuries in Russia as a diamond simulant. Here are two nice, eye clean, white topaz semi-precious gemstones. The gemstones were hand crafted and faceted by a 19th century Russian artisan, part of an heritage renown for the production of the elaborate gemstones and jewelry of the Czars of Medieval, Renaissance, and Victorian Russia. The faceted cut is a coarse precursor to what eventually became known in the industry as a“trillion cut” a three sided shape resembling a pyramid with rounded corners. The trillion cut is very popular contemporarily with not only with topaz, but also sapphire, aquamarine, ruby, amethyst, and peridot. While not absolutely flawless. These are
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$14.99 Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States Andalusite shows shades of yellow, brown, green and reddish brown depending on the orientation of the crystal. Square and round cuts usually blend the ... morecolors into a mosaic. Though no record of the use of transparent andalusite gemstones exists from antiquity (at least recognizable references clearly and specifically identifying andalusite as andalusite), one particular variety of andalusite was in fact known in the ancient world as “lapis crucifer”, or “chiastolite”.
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$15.99 Shipping Condition: New without tags Location: Lummi Island, United States In the ancient world ruby was believed to possess magical powers, and was worn as a talisman for protection from plagues, poison, sorrow, and evil spirits. ... moreThe ruby symbolized freedom, charity, dignity and divine power, and was associated with fire and blood, implying warmth and life for mankind.
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$10.99 Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States Turquoise was also believed to awaken feelings of romantic love, and to enhance virtues such as trust, kindness, wisdom and understanding. The ancient ... moreEgyptians not only used turquoise for jewelry, but also wore it as a talisman to keep evil away.
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$14.99 Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States In the ancient world ruby was believed to possess magical powers, and was worn as a talisman for protection from plagues, poison, sorrow, and evil spirits. ... moreThe ruby symbolized freedom, charity, dignity and divine power, and was associated with fire and blood, implying warmth and life for mankind.
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$36.49 Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States The oldest sapphire jewelry unearthed by archaeologists has been of Etruscan origin, about sixth century B.C. His reign was depicted as a Golden Age of ... moreabundance and peace. To the ancient Romans however, the word "sapphirus" actually referred to lapis lazuli, another blue gemstone.
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$12.00 Shipping Location: Serbia 3rd-2nd century BC. AR Tetradrachm. Triskeles type. Mint in northeast Serbia. Weight: 13,12 gr.
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$18.99 Shipping Condition: New without tags Location: Lummi Island, United States In the ancient world ruby was believed to possess magical powers, and was worn as a talisman for protection from plagues, poison, sorrow, and evil spirits. ... moreThe ruby symbolized freedom, charity, dignity and divine power, and was associated with fire and blood, implying warmth and life for mankind.
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Free Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States TRANSLATE Arabic Chinese French German Greek Indonesian Italian Hindi Japanese Korean Swedish Portuguese Russian Spanish Exceptionally Nice Nineteenth ... moreCentury Antique Handcrafted Genuine Natural Colombian One Half Carat Carat“Old-Fashioned” Cut Faceted Emerald. CLASSIFICATION: Hand Cut and Faceted Colombian Emerald. ORIGIN: Produced in Colombia. Cut and Finished in Russia, late 19th Century. SIZE: Length: 6mm. Width: 4mm. Depth: 3mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 0.55 carats. NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstones as a ring. Pendant, or as earrings(click for more information) DETAIL: The Greeks regarded the emerald as the sacred stone of the goddess Aphrodite(Venus to the Romans) and of the Earth Goddess. The source of emerald in the ancient world was the(recently rediscovered) Egyptian mines(Cleopatra’s Mines” near the Red Sea. The Greeks worked these mines in the time of Alexander the Great and throughout the Ptolemaic Dynasty. The last ruler of the Greek Ptolemaic Dynasty in Egypt. Cleopatra VII, Queen of Egypt, was often depicted and described wearing fabulous emeralds mined from those same famous ancient mines. Here’s a beautiful, very good quality, richly colored Colombian green emerald of very bright, vibrant hue. Emeralds are nearly 100 times rarer than diamonds, and there are few opportunities to acquire such good quality natural emeralds at reasonable prices. The best specimens can bring over $40,000 a carat. Though the gemstone originated in Colombia. It was hand crafted and faceted by a 19th century Russian artisan, part of an heritage renown for the production of the elaborate gemstones and jewelry of the Czars of Medieval, Renaissance, and Victorian Russia. The artisan’s efforts yielded a beautiful, old-fashioned” cut gemstone of gorgeous hue. The cut is also known within the trade as a“cushion” cut. Emeralds were the most prized of the Russian Crown Jewels during the centuries long-rule of successive Russian Czars. Though Russian Siberia does produce its own beautiful e
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$9.80 Shipping Location: Malvern, United States vintage chinese carved soapstone wax seals 2ct..
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Free Shipping Location: United States These are 2 vintage Gorham purse mirrors made of sterling silver in the Lancaster pattern. original pieces from the mid-century modern time period. Victorian ... morestyle and marked with the Gorham maker's number. Please use pictures as part of the description. If any doubts please ask before buying. Thank you for your interest.
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$35.49 Shipping Condition: New without tags Location: Lummi Island, United States Known as a "star" ruby because of an optical effect it possesses known as an "asterism". Oriented crystals "blemishes" within the gemstone cause a six-rayed-star ... morelight effect (an asterism) to form on the surface of these beautiful precious gemstones.
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$10.49 Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States The rose blush you see in these images is not discernible under normal light. The ancient Persians believed that the Earth was imbedded into a gigantic ... moreblue Sapphire stone, and the sky reflected its beautiful color.
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$14.99 Shipping Condition: New without tags Location: Lummi Island, United States It was believed to banish evil spirits and send negative spells back to the sender. In particular during the 11th and 12th centuries, sorcerers honored ... morethe sapphire more than any other stone as it enabled them to hear and understand the most obscure oracles.
Free Shipping Location: Bristol, United States WELCOME! Mixed Lot/ 32.26 Grams Sterling Silver/ Necklace/Pendant. Earrings& 2 Pendants Total Weight 32.26 Grams* Sterling Silver Snake Chain Necklace ... more28" W/ Handcrafted Large Puffy Heart Pendant*STERLING SILVER- 3 Tier Dangle Heart Earrings*2 Sterling Silver Pendants Terms of Sale: I make it my first priority to make sure you-THE CUSTOMER- are satisfied with your purchase and your experience. I do not have a standard policy of offering refunds. However. I will work with you to solve a problem immediately if one arises to ensure that both you and I are both feeling positive about the outcome. We guarantee each item that we send you. If you have any problems, please contact me. I will do everything possible to ensure you are happy with your order. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO COME TO ME TO DISCUSS A PROBLEM BEFORE OPENING A CASE. YOU WILL FIND I AM EXTREMELY EASY TO WORK WITH. Descriptions: The descriptions are based on my best knowledge. Experience, and research which by definition is never complete. Statements in regards to maker, age, origin, etc, particularly on unmarked pieces, should be evaluated and confirmed by you the buyer. Please ask questions that will help you in these evaluations. All items are“Sold As Is” unless the item you receive is damaged; unless otherwise noted in the description. Shipping Terms: Will combine shipping on multiple orders. We ship almost all orders within 24 hours of receipt. NO International Shipping. Payment: The payment is expected within 3 days. If I don't hear from you within 5 days the item will be re-listed and a non-paying bidder alert will be filed with eBay. All I ask is for you to let me know you need more time or have changed your mind about the item.
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$4.95 Shipping Location: Kingsport, United States See ALL photos, sold AS IS.
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$5.25 Shipping Location: York, United States ATI THAILAND 925. CENTER OVAL 1 CT. 2 CT TOTAL. Pieces may be cleaned with Soft Silver Polishing Cloths.
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$7.15 Shipping Location: Osceola, United States This product is a set of two vintage silver plated Chippendale bowls made by the brand Oneida. The bowls have a diameter of 7 1/4 inches and are likely ... morefrom the post-1940 era. They are suitable for use as platters or trays and are categorized as antiques. The underside has small tarnish spots as shown in photos. Overall amazing quality.
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$33.49 Shipping Condition: New without tags Location: Lummi Island, United States Rubies were sorted into upper class, middle class, and lower class stones in relation to their color, flawlessness and beauty. In Antiquity and through ... morethe Middle Ages it was believed that the cosmos was reflected in gemstones.
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$10.80 Shipping Condition: New Location: Jenks, United States New 2ct stone car coaster set. Coaster Size: 2.625" round x .3125" thick
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$12.35 Shipping Location: Elizabethtown, United States Handle Ring Cabinet Door Pull on Escutcheon Style Plate Circle Knocker Ornate. Retain their screws. Ornate circle pulls resemble a door knocker. Bottom ... moreplate 2” at widest center point.
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$12.00 Shipping Location: Serbia BC 15,68 gr. KINGS OF MACEDON. Alexander III 'the Great', 336-323 BC.Silver Ar Tetradrachm. Rev. AΛEΞANΔPOY Zeus seated left on low throne, holding eagle ... morein right hand and scepter in left; to left.
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Free Shipping Location: New York, United States >>Jadeite Jade Bangle. >>Jadeite Jade Bracelet. >>Jadeite Jade Necklace. >>Certified Jadeite. >>Jadeite Jade Pendant. >>Jadeite Cabochon. >>Jadeite Jade ... moreRing. >>Jadeite Jade Earrings.
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Clermont, United States There are a total of 57 pieces. Knife (butter): 6 CT. Spoon (soup): 6 CT. Spoon (table): 3 CT. Spoon (tea): 12 CT. Long Salad fork and spoon 2 ct. 1 Sugar ... morespoon.
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18thC Antique Scotland 2ct Citrine Ancient Roman Gem of Healing God Aesclepius
Two Carat Eighteenth Century Handcarved Antique Genuine Natural Citrine Oval. Mounted into high quality(contemporary) solid sterling silver pendant(not cheap silver plated) ORIGIN: Coastal Devonian Lava Beds. Angus, Scotland. 19th Century. SIZE: Length: 9mm. Width: 7mm. Depth: 4 1/2mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 1.92 carats. Chain: Contemporary silver electroplate 60 centimeters(24 inches) A wide variety of other chains are available upon request in sizes from 16 to 30 inches. And in metals ranging from gold and silver electroplate to sterling silver and solid 14kt gold as well as a bronze-toned copper chain. The default chain(absent contrary instructions) is silver electroplate, 24 inches. NOTE: If you would like only the gemstone. And not the setting, we can dismount the gemstone and offer you the gemstone without the setting. ... moreJust let us know, and yes, we’ll discount the price by the cost of the setting. DETAIL: The first mention of citrine in the ancient sources comes from the fourth century B.C. Greeks. The Greeks and Romans used citrine for intaglios and in jewelry as well during the first and second centuries. And believed that citrine was the crystallized essence of sunshine. Citrine was also believed to aid in digestion and cleanse toxins from the body, and it was even carried as protection against snake venom. The gemstone was regarded as sacred to the healing deities Apollo(God of Health) and his son, Aesclepius(God of Healing) Since trade in the first centuries AD was brisk between the Romans and India, it's very likely that the Romans got their stones from southern India, an area not only rich in gems but also a major bead lapidary center. Here’s a large, very clean, golden yellow oval citrine which originated in the Devonian lava beds found along the coast of Angus Country, Scotland. The gemstone was hand crafted and finished by an eighteenth century Russian artisan, part of an heritage renown for the production of the elaborate gemstones and jewelry of the Czars of Medieval,
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Antique 19thC 2ct Siberian Emerald Ancient Roman Emperor Nero’s Fav Sacred Gem
Nice Quality Antique Genuine Natural Siberian Two Carat Handcrafted Faceted Emerald Pear. Contemporary High Quality Sterling Silver Ring(Size 7– Resizing Available) CLASSIFICATION: Faceted Emerald Pear. ORIGIN: The Ural Mountains(Siberia) Russia. 19th Century. SIZE: Length: 11mm. Width: 6mm. Depth: 5mm. All measurements approximate WEIGHT: 1.95 carats. NOTE: Resizing is available. 14kt solid gold setting is also available. NOTE: If you would like only the gemstone. And not the setting, we can dismount the gemstone and offer you the gemstone without the setting. Just let us know, and yes, we’ll discount the price by the cost of the setting. DETAIL: The Roman emperor Nero reportedly watched chariot races and gladiator contests through lenses made of emeralds. The emeralds from ancient Egypt’s(recently rediscovered) mines, which had actively ... moreproduced emerald since 2,000 B.C. The Greeks regarded the emerald as the sacred stone of the goddess Aphrodite(Venus to the Romans) and of the Earth Goddess. As well, the last ruler of the Greek Ptolemaic Dynasty in Egypt, Cleopatra VII, Queen of Egypt, was often depicted and described wearing fabulous emeralds mined from those same famous ancient mines. Here's a very pretty, delicately colored natural mint green emerald precious gemstone from the Southern Urals of(Siberia) Russia. The gemstone was hand crafted and faceted by a 19th century Russian artisan, part of an heritage renown for the production of the elaborate gemstones and jewelry of the Czars of Medieval, Renaissance, and Victorian Russia. To casual scrutiny, the gemstone is transparent, and near eye clean. However there are quite a few wispy colorless crystalline blemishes which while not individually visible except upon very close examination, nonetheless makes the gemstone less than eye clean. This is a common affliction of emerald. These blemishes would be much less noticeable once the gemstone was set, and unless someone puts their nose to the stone, they are not immediately apparent. To the casual v
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Antique 18thC 2ct Garnet Greek Roman Blood Amulet Gemstone
Genuine Natural Antique Handcrafted Two Carat Rich. Regal Red Oval Cut Russian Garnet. ORIGIN: The Ural Mountains. Russia. 18th Century. CLASSIFICATION: Red Garnet Oval Oval. SIZE: Length: 8mm. Width: 6mm. Depth: 3mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: Approximately 1.89 carats. NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstone as a ring. Pendant, or into earrings. DETAIL: The ancients believed that a garnet could give its wearer guidance in the night. Allowing them to see when others could not. Due to its red color, ancient cultures including the Celts, Greeks, and Romans also associated it with blood, and thus garnet was thought to stop bleeding or bloodshed between enemies. Garnet was also worn for protection when traveling, and according to Jewish mythology, a giant garnet provided interior lighting for Noah's Ark. It is also believed ... morethat garnet, described as“nopek” was one of the twelve gemstones described in the Bible in Exodus 28:17-20 as adorning Aaron’s breastplate, representing the twelve tribes of ancient Israel. Here's a gorgeous, blood red garnet gemstone from the Ural Mountains of Russia, where the production of garnet has gone on for many centuries. This gorgeous gemstone was hand shaped and polished into this very beautiful oval cut cabochon by an 18th century Russian artisan. The cut is also known as an octagon. This lustrous semi-precious gemstone possesses a rich, velvety, regal, blood red hue. It is an extremely attractive gemstone, of very special character and remarkable color and texture. Highly favored by the royal houses of Renaissance Europe, garnet was considered noble in nature, and in some countries ownership was restricted to royalty and others of high birth. This particular variety of garnet is known as“pyrope” and is especially favored for its dark, blood red tones. It is truly a gorgeously colored, brilliant semi-precious gemstones. Under magnification the gemstone shows the unmistakable characteristics of having been hand crafted. The coarseness of the 18th century finish
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Antique 19thC 4 1/2ct Spinel Medieval Europe’s Crown Jewels Sterling Ring
Antique Genuine Natural Russian Four and One-Half Carat Faceted. Handcrafted Dark, Rich Violet w/Pink Sparkles Semi-Precious Spinel Gemstone Emerald Cut. Contemporary High Quality Sterling Silver Ring(Size 7– Resizing Available) CLASSIFICATION: Faceted Violet Spinel Emerald Cut. ORIGIN: Chelyabinsk Oblast. Russia. 19th Century. SIZE: Length: 12mm. Width: 7mm. Depth: 5mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 4.46 carats. NOTES: Resizing is available. 14kt solid gold setting is also available. DETAIL: Often mistaken for ruby or sapphire in Medieval and Renaissance Europe. Many of the so-called"rubies" and“sapphires” in Europe's crown jewels are actually spinel. The most famous is the Black Prince's"Ruby" a magnificent 170-carat red spinel that currently adorns the Imperial State Crown in the British Crown Jewels. ... moreLooking like a very vivid and richly hued violet sapphire, one instantly knows it is not merely iolite or amethyst due to the tremendous brilliance and flash of the gemstone. Is it corundum; sapphire or ruby? It has all the fire and sparkle of a precious gemstone. Actually if you were able to examine the crown jewels of the royal families of Medieval, Renaissance, and Victorian Europe from England to Russia, you would find many fabulous examples of this gemstone. And had you been able to ask the actual owners of these gemstone, royalty all, or their royal jewelers as to the identity of this stone, they would have answered ruby or sapphire- corundum. But history would prove them wrong, as many of the greatest, most massive, and most valuable rubies and sapphires in the crown jewels of Europe's royalty were:spinel. With nearly the same hardness as corundum, and similar flash and brilliance(refractive index) it has been mistaken for rubies, sapphires, and other precious gemstones for centuries. This vivid and richly colored and brilliant gemstone shares this heritage. Mined in Chelyabinsk Oblast(county) Russia, the gemstone was hand crafted and faceted by a 19th century Russia
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Antique 19thC 2 1/2ct Sapphire Ancient Celt Roman Sorcery Gem
One Gorgeously Colored Handcrafted Antique Genuine Natural Faceted Two and One-Half Carat Neon Red-Orange-Pink Sapphire Square Emerald Cut Precious Gemstone from Russia. ORIGIN: 19th Century Russia. SIZE: 7 1/2mm Square. Depth: 3 1/2mm. Measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 2.53 carats. NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstones as a ring. Pendant, or as earrings(click for more information) DETAIL: In the world of the ancient Mediterranean(including the Greeks. Romans, Persians, and the various Indo-European Celtic tribes) priests and sorcerers honored the sapphire above all other gems, believing that sapphire enabled them to interpret oracles and foretell the future. Sapphires have been since ancient times one of the most highly valued of all gemstones, and references to the gemstone date back to about 800 B.C. Here's a gorgeous, vibrantly ... morecolored natural red-orange-pink sapphire precious gemstone from the Southern Ural Mountains of Siberia, Russia. The gemstone was hand crafted and faceted by a 19th century Russian artisan, part of an heritage renown for the production of the elaborate gemstones and jewelry of the Czars of Medieval, Renaissance, and Victorian Russia. The color is exceptional, a red-pink with orange/peach undertones. The color is popularly known as“padparadsha” red, and the intense, almost“neon” hue is very pretty. This precious gemstone is by and large transparent. However as you can see, it possesses a lot of thin, silk strand-like seams composed of colorless crystalline material. Once set into a ring or pendant this material would be considerably less noticeable. But as it is though to the cursory glance of the casual admirer the gemstone seems without blemish, close examination will clearly show this finely stranded colorless crystalline material. Even so blemished, it nonetheless possesses a highly desirable bright red-orange-pink color and vibrant. Of course most natural sapphire gemstones are anywhere from lightly to heavily blemished. Unfortunately most transparent“sapphires”
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2 Antique 19thC 2ct Scotland Amethyst Rome Magic Amulet Sterling Studs
Two Beautiful Three-Quarter Carat Antique Genuine Natural Pastel Amethyst Faceted Ovals. Mounted into contemporary high quality sterling silver studs. CLASSIFICATION: Two Faceted Amethyst Oval Semi-Precious Gemstones. ORIGIN: Coastal Devonian Lava Beds. Angus, Scotland. 19th Century. SIZE: Length: 10mm. Width: 8mm. Depth: 5mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 4.12 carats(the pair– about 2.05 carats each) NOTE: Other setting styles(euro clicks. Lever backs, kidney wires, ball/stud dangles) are available upon request, both in sterling silver, as well as 14kt solid gold and in 14kt gold fill. NOTE: If you would like only the gemstones. And not the settings, we can dismount the gemstones and offer you the gemstones without the settings. Just let us know, and yes, we’ll discount the price by the cost of the settings. DETAIL: In both ancient ... moreGreece and Rome rings of amethyst set in bronze were worn as charms against evil. Most ancient Mediterranean cultures. Including the ancient Romans, Greeks, Persians and Celts believed that amethyst would protect against becoming intoxicated, and would protect soldiers from harm in battle. Legends of the ancient classical Mediterranean attribute the Amethyst's lovely color to the Greek God Dionysus(the god of wine) Here are two very nice, very clean, 19th century faceted amethyst ovals from the Devonian lava beds found along the coast of Angus Country, Scotland. Very popular in 18th and 19th century Victorian Scotland, amethyst has remained a very popular gemstone through the 20th century. These are two very fine pastel lavender colored semi-precious gemstones. As you can see from the photo enlargements here, both gemstones are to the eye completely transparent and free from inclusions, and possess exceptional sparkle and luster. They are very clean, water clear, and very bright. The gemstones were hand crafted by a 19th century Russian artisan, part of an heritage renown for the production of the elaborate gemstones and jewelry of the Czars of Medieval, Renaissance
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Antique 17thC 2ct+ Tourmaline Alchemy Philosopher Gemstone
Antique Seventeenth Century Genuine Natural Russian Brightly Colored Primitively Cut Oval Tourmaline. CLASSIFICATION: Coarse Tourmaline Cabochon. ORIGIN: The Ural Mountains. Russia. 17th Century. SIZE: Length: 9mm. Width: 6mm. Depth: 4mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 2.06 carats. NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstones as a ring. Pendant, or as earrings(click for more information) DETAIL: Medieval alchemists believed tourmaline to be related to the philosopher’s stone. And as such could grant enlightenment, give power over spiritual affairs, reconcile opposites and change base metals to gold. Tourmaline was also used by medieval shamans who regarded it a“receptive stone, which means it was soothing, calming, inward, and magnetic, and thus promoted meditation, spirituality, wisdom and mystical powers. You’ll likely never, ever ... moresee a gemstone as unique as this. A brightly colored and textured tourmaline gemstone from Siberia, the Ural Mountains of Russia. Gorgeous, vibrant, and brilliantly hued, this striking gemstone possesses breathtaking luster and exceptional tone. It was primitively hand shaped and polished into this very beautiful coarse oval cabochon by a 17th century Russian artisan, part of an heritage renown for the production of the elaborate gemstones and jewelry of the Czars of Medieval, Renaissance, and Victorian Russia. This lustrous semi-precious gemstone possesses a bright and colorful character. The gemstone would be more or less transparent except for the fact that it is so thick. Given the thick cut, it is more toward translucent than transparent. By today’s standards it is not a high quality tourmaline– though its origin makes it nonetheless extraordinary. But by 17th century standards, this was a very desirable and expensive gemstone. To casual observation if seems simply a beautiful, quite extraordinarily colored tourmaline. But of course very close scrutiny, especially under high magnification, will reveal lots of sins. Keep in mind however that these images here are
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Antique 19thC 1/2ct Sapphire Ancient Rome Celt Sorcery
Nineteenth Century Antique Genuine Natural Russian One-Half Carat Faceted Bright Pastel Green Sapphire Round. CLASSIFICATION: Faceted Green Sapphire Round. ORIGIN: The Ural Mountains. Russia. 19th Century. SIZE: Diameter: 4mm. Depth(Thickness) 3mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: Approximately 0.45 carats. NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstones as a ring. Pendant, or as earrings(click for more information) DETAIL: In the world of the ancient Mediterranean(including the Greeks. Romans, Persians, Hebrews, and the various Indo-European Celtic tribes) priests and sorcerers honored the sapphire above all other gems, believing that sapphire enabled them to interpret oracles and foretell the future. Sapphires have been since ancient times one of the most highly valued of all gemstones, and references to the gemstone date back to about ... more800 B.C. Here's a gorgeous, richly colored natural bright pastel green sapphire precious gemstone from the Ural Mountains of Russia. The faceted cut is a coarse precursor to what eventually became known in the industry as a“brilliant cut” round, the contemporary finish generally given to round diamonds. The result is an exquisite and incredibly richly colored precious gemstone with lots of depth, fire and sparkle. It looks just like a little green diamond. The gorgeous lime green tones are quite exquisite, a trace of citrus undertones, somehow bringing to mind the green tropical waters of the South Pacific, with lots of tone and body. Good quality green sapphires are in high demand, and can be quite costly. Unfortunately most seemingly flawless, transparent"sapphires" sold even by the largest and most reputable retailers in the United States are synthetic(read the fine print; and the same is true of emeralds and rubies) However the Southern Ural Mountains of Russia have been producing good quality, natural sapphires for centuries. The trained eye will easily discern from the photo that the gemstones have been hand-faceted. The coarseness of the 19th century facet
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Antique 2ct Scotland Amethyst Roman Legionnaire Amulet Gemstone
Two Carat Antique Genuine Natural Pastel Amethyst Faceted Pear. CLASSIFICATION: Faceted Amethyst Pear Semi-Precious Gemstone. ORIGIN: Coastal Devonian Lava Beds. Angus, Scotland. 19th Century. SIZE: Length: 10mm. Width: 6mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 1.95 Carats. NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstones as a ring. Pendant, or as earrings(click for more information) DETAIL: Most ancient Mediterranean cultures. Including the ancient Romans, Greeks, Persians and Celts believed that amethyst would protect against becoming intoxicated, and would protect soldiers from harm in battle. Amethyst is described in the Bible(Exodus 28:19; 39:12) as one of the 12 stones adorning the breastplate(hoshen) of the high priests of Yahweh. Legends of the ancient classical Mediterranean attribute the Amethyst's lovely color to the Greek God ... moreBacchus(the god of wine) Here's a large, very clean, 19th century faceted amethyst"pear" from the Devonian lava beds found along the coast of Angus Country, Scotland. Very popular in 18th and 19th century Victorian Scotland, amethyst has remained a very popular gemstone through the 20th century. The gemstone was hand crafted and faceted by a 19th century Russian artisan, part of an heritage renown for the production of the elaborate gemstones and jewelry of the Czars of Medieval, Renaissance, and Victorian Russia. This is a very fine pale lavender colored semi-precious gemstone. As you can see from the photo enlargements here, the gemstone is to the eye completely transparent and free from inclusions, and possesses exceptional sparkle and luster. It is very clean, water clear, and very bright. Under magnification the gemstone shows the unmistakable characteristics of having been hand crafted. The coarseness of the 19th century finish is considered appealing to most gemstone collectors. And is not considered a detriment, or detract from the value of a gemstone. These characteristics are not only expected of hand-finished gemstones, most serious collectors consider
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Antique 19thC 2ct Bavarian Spessart Roman Blood Amulet
Hand Crafted Antique Nineteenth Century Genuine Natural Bavarian Two Carat Richly Hued Blood Red Spessartite Garnet Faceted Oval. CLASSIFICATION: Spessartite Garnet Faceted Oval. ORIGIN: Spessart. Bavaria. 19th Century. SIZE: Length: 8mm. Width: 6mm. Depth: 4mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 1.95 carats. NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstone as a ring. Pendant, or as earrings(click for more information) DETAIL: The ancients believed that a garnet could give its wearer guidance in the night. Allowing them to see when others could not. Due to its red color, ancient cultures including the Celts, Greeks, and Romans also associated it with blood, and thus garnet was thought to stop bleeding or bloodshed between enemies. Garnet was also worn for protection when traveling, and according to Jewish mythology, a giant garnet provided ... moreinterior lighting for Noah's Ark. It is also believed that garnet, described as“nopek” was one of the twelve gemstones described in the Bible in Exodus 28:17-20 as adorning Aaron’s breastplate, representing the twelve tribes of ancient Israel. Here is a gorgeously colored richly hued blood red garnet. This particular species of garnet is known as"Spessartite" And is so named after its original source of Spessart, Bavaria. Hand crafted by a 19th century Russian artisan, part of an heritage renown for the production of the elaborate gemstones and jewelry of the Czars of Medieval, Renaissance, and Victorian Russia. Originally used in indigenous jewelry, this is a very pretty semi-precious gemstone, with highly a desirable, uncommon, beautiful rich, vibrant, almost velvety blood red hue with spectacular brilliant Ferrari red flashes of fire. It possesses great character, and wonderful tone and color, and given the fact that Spessartite Garnets are rarely found in transparent gemstone quality material, a very exceptional specimen. It is certainly no less than eye clean, a nice quality semi-precious gemstone. It is not to suggest it is absolutely flawless, but to the eye
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Legionnaire's Amulet 19thC Antique 2 1/2ct Tigers Eye Gem Sterling Pendant
Antique 19th Century Genuine Natural Two and One-Half Carat Hand Crafted/Polished Indian Tiger’s Eye Semi-Precious Gemstone Oval. Mounted into high quality solid sterling silver pendant(not cheap silver plated) CLASSIFICATION: Polished Indian Tiger’s Eye Polished Cabochon. ORIGIN: 19th century India. Chain and pendant setting contemporary. SIZE: Length: 10mm. Width: 8mm. Depth(Thickness) 3 1/2mm. Measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 2.43 carats. NOTES: Default chain is silver electroplate 16. 18, 20 or 24 inch(provided free) Sterling silver chains are also available in lengths from 16 to 24 inches. 14kt solid gold pendant setting together with 14kt gold fill and solid 14kt gold chains in lengths from 18 to 24 inches are available upon request. DETAIL: Healing stone of the ancient Egyptians and Greeks. Roman Legionary Soldiers carried tiger’s ... moreeye believing that it gave them an advantage over their opponents in combat. According to ancient Near Eastern legends, tiger's eye enabled the wearer to be"all seeing" even to the point of being able to see through walls so one could observe what was happening in another room. It was not only worn to enable"clear vision" and good fortune, but also to drive off phantoms and shades of the dead. The Assyrians(neighbors to the Babylonians) carved the tiger's eye into cylinders which were covered with depictions of mythic creatures and names of gods, and the cylinders were then worn about the neck as charms for protection. In nearby ancient Egypt, many Egyptian statues of their various gods were fashioned complete with eyes made from tiger's eye. Here’s a nice quality 19th century antique hand crafted/shaped/polished“Tiger’s Eye” semi-precious gemstone from India. This is an exceptionally nice. High quality specimen, with nicely defined and quite sharp“chatoyancy” eye) Though the feline“eye” is difficult to capture here with a scanner(the eye“travels” following the motion of the scanner tube) it is very well defined in hand. This particular specimen i
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Antique 18thC 2ct Blue Sapphire Celt Roman Greek Magic Gemstone
Antique Genuine Natural Russian Two Carat Dark Blue Sapphire Oval. CLASSIFICATION: Cabochon Blue Sapphire Oval. ORIGIN: The Ural Mountains. Russia. 18th Century. SIZE: Length: 8mm. Width: 6mm. Depth: 3mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 1.98 carats. NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstones as a ring. Pendant, or as earrings(click for more information) DETAIL: In the world of the ancient Mediterranean(including the Greeks. Romans, Persians, Hebrews, and the various Indo-European Celtic tribes) priests and sorcerers honored the sapphire above all other gems, believing that sapphire enabled them to interpret oracles and foretell the future. Medieval sorcerers believed that sapphire enabled them to hear and understand the most obscure oracles. Not only did sapphire help to get in touch with astral and psychic realms, but the stone ... morealso provided protection for those who took those journeys. Sapphires have been since ancient times one of the most highly valued of all gemstones, and references to the gemstone date back to about 800 B.C. Here's a gorgeous, richly colored natural dark blue sapphire precious gemstone from the Ural Mountains of Russia. The gemstone was hand shaped and polished into this very beautiful oval cabochon. The result is an exquisite and incredibly richly colored precious gemstone with lots of depth and gorgeous tone. It is considerably lighter than inky"midnight blue" African or Australian sapphires, but well past the medium blue of sapphires from Ceylon and Burma. It would be considerably lighter to the eye except that the cabochon gemstone is so thick. Naturally the thicker the gemstone the darker it appears, as there is more material for light to penetrate. Good quality blue sapphires are in high demand, and can be quite costly. Unfortunately most seemingly flawless, transparent“sapphires” sold even by the largest and most reputable retailers in the United States are synthetic(read the fine print; and the same is true of emeralds and rubies) However the Southern Ural Mo
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19thC Antique 2ct Topaz Medieval Gem of Long Life Healing Intelligence Courage
TRANSLATE Arabic Chinese French German Greek Indonesian Italian Hindi Japanese Korean Swedish Portuguese Russian Spanish Two Antique Nineteenth Century Genuine Natural Siberian One Carat White Topaz Faceted Oval Semi-Precious Gemstones. Two faceted ovals about 7mm* 5mm. About one carat each, mounted into contemporary solid sterling silver studs. NOTE: These earring settings are also available in solid 14kt gold. Other setting styles(euro clicks. Lever backs, kidney wires, fancy studs, ball/stud dangles, fancy stud/dangles, etc. are available upon request, both in sterling silver, as well as 14kt solid gold and in 14kt gold fill. Write us for pictures. NOTE: If you would like only the gemstones. And not the settings, we can dismount the gemstones and offer you the gemstones without the settings. Just let us know, and yes, we’ll discount the ... moreprice by the cost of the settings. DETAIL: During the medieval era topaz was believed to assure beauty. Fidelity and long life, with the ability to heal both physical and mental disorders. Mounted in gold and worn about the neck it was believed a topaz could ward off death. When worn as an amulet, topaz was believed to drive away sadness, add intelligence and give courage. Topaz powdered and drunk in wine was believed to cure asthma, insomnia, burns and hemorrhages. In Early Medieval Europe, carrying forward traditions inherited from the Roman World(both Julius Caesar and his heir Octavian Augustus held Apollo in special reverence) topaz was associated with Apollo, as Topaz was associated with the sun, and Apollo was a solar deity. Ancient Romans credited topaz with preventing sickness of the chest and abdominal pain. Since the time of the classical Mediterranean world topaz gemstones had originated from Topazion, an Island in the Red Sea now called Zabargad, and was traded throughout the Mediterranean. Celebrating that historical legacy here are two gorgeous Siberian white topaz semi-precious gemstones. Like clear crystal. With much the same sparkle and luster of diamon
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