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$5.25 Shipping Location: Westfield, United States What a great and cheery scene! There is no longer a need to request or await an invoice.
$28.00 Shipping Location: Rockbridge, United States Condition: Good condition overall except two small nicks to the bottom, both are smooth, they are possibly in the making. Wear on surface consistent with ... moreage.
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$24.21 Shipping Location: United Kingdom Our opinion - Antique - Late 19thC / Early 20th Century. Lots of detail. Great pattern the dragon among waves. CHINESE SILK COLLAR. There are all Kinds ... moreof Pieces. All manner of stitches employed.
$30.00 Shipping Location: Rockbridge, United States Both plate have gilt wear around the rim and glaze wear consistent with age. make Supersized seem small. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~.
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$16.84 Shipping Location: Cumberland, United States …… This auction is for two 19th-century New England Primitive Butter Stamps. They’re both one-piece molds and depict Thistles. One is a double stamp, ... moremeasuring 4 1/8” long by 2 1/8” wide by 1 ¼” thick by 5 ½” to the top of the handle. The smaller round stamp measures 2 ½” in diameter by 4 ½” to the top of the handle. In our photographs, you can see that both stamps retain their original surface that is dry and untouched, and there are no problems or any restorations.
$30.00 Shipping Location: Rockbridge, United States Both plate have gilt wear around the rim and surface and glaze wear consistent with age.
$12.15 Shipping Location: South Dartmouth, United States Exterior has honest wear throughout consistent with age, use and handling, as shown. Interior needs re-lining (if desired); there are two checks noted ... moreon the base; one is visible on the underside. There are paper remnants on the base and on the lid interior (short sides), as shown.
$18.04 Shipping Location: United Kingdom SUPERB CHINESE SILK PANELS. There are All Kinds of Pieces. Our opinion - Antique - Mid to Late 19th Century. Lots of detail. More unusual decoration. ... moreThey have been put together end to end as opposed to side to side.
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$37.06 Shipping Location: MALDON, United Kingdom Nice design and painting. Great fun minatures. 3cms widest and approx 5 cms high as guide. Crazing is part of the design. Check out Pictures for full ... moredetails.
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$5.62 Shipping Location: Manchester, United States Up for sale Estate fresh are 2 Antique 19ThC Henry & Henry John Lias London Sterling Salt Spoons C1850 in Very good condition. They have a great bead ... moremotif on the handle. They are hallmarked with the HLHL, HEAD MARK, LION, LEAPORD AND M.
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$10.37 Shipping Location: Forestdale, United States (small glaze skip near base). The darker one has been repaired and also has a fleck off the glaze near the base.
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$15.40 Shipping Location: Candia, United States Early 19th c antique pewter whale oil night light. original snuffer attached with original chain. over all good condition, mostly clean. has old wick, ... moreneeds to be picked through the wick holder. I have not cleaned this, right out of NH estate.
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$45.38 Shipping Location: HORSHAM, United Kingdom Beautiful early to mid 19th century Chinese vase with cover. 4 character Kangxi mark to the base and decorated in the Kangxi style. The body painted with ... morepalm trees and court figures, the cover surmounted by a stylised lion. 17cmGood condition aside from 2 shallow chips at the base. Usual minor firing spots and faults. Please check photos carefully.
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$17.87 Shipping Location: ROYSTON, United Kingdom #7111@O11-5.
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$30.00 Shipping Location: Topanga, United States Antique hand made wood trencher dough bowl has good age and. signs of usage.
$27.05 Shipping Condition: Unspecified Location: United Kingdom ANTIQUE PORCELAIN INKWELL. PART OF THE EXCELLENT PORCELAIN COLLECTION LISTED Our opinion Antique - See mark. In the antique condition shown. All as per ... morephotos. It is approx. We accept cheques and will despatch once cleared.
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$35.82 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Dover, United States The cubby holes are about 2" tall x 3" wide x 6-1/6" deep.
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$10.25 Shipping Location: Candia, United States Antique hand carved spoons, early 19th c. probably sailor made. 2 spoons, you are buying both. these have been in the family for years. both 5.25 in.
$18.04 Shipping Location: United Kingdom Embroidered as shown. Lots of detail. Great pattern with the auspicious symbol of the twin fish and possibly produced for a wedding. CHINESE SILK PANEL. ... moreOur opinion - Antique - Late19th Century. make Supersized seem small.
$20.51 Shipping Location: United Kingdom Our opinion - Antique - Mid to late 19thC. CHINESE SILK PANEL. There are All Kinds of Pieces. The panel is approx. 75cm mm by 45 cm. Overall as shown ... morewith obvious wear and staining. Genuine piece which would benefit from professional clean.
$20.51 Shipping Location: United Kingdom Our opinion - Antique - Mid to late 19thC. CHINESE SILK PANEL. There are All Kinds of Pieces. The panel is approx. 75cm mm by 45 cm. Lots of detail. Fabulous ... morepattern. All manner of stitches employed.
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$13.92 Shipping Location: Los Angeles, United States Click here to see description.
$16.84 Shipping Location: Cumberland, United States …… This auction is for three 19th-century New England Carved Wood Primitive Butter Stamps. Largest to smallest, the first one measures 3” in diameter ... moreby ¾” thick by 4 ½” to the top of the handle and depicts a pineapple. The next stamp measures 2 ¾” in diameter by 4 ½” to the top of the handle and depicts a leafy berry sprig. Last and smallest is a flower mold measuring a 1 ¼” diameter by 3” to the top of the handle. In our photographs, you can see that the largest stamp has some chipping to the handle, but all three stamps retain their original dry, untouched surfaces and have no other problems or any restorations. We have listed these antique Primitive Butter Molds without a reserve.
$25.14 Shipping Condition: Used Location: United Kingdom Lovely original piece. Sevres marks as shown with the green printed 48. All as shown with wear to raised jewelled areas. This recognised as a date code ... morefor 1848. Other incised marks for painter, gilder etc.
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$23.10 Shipping Location: Candia, United States Early long oval green botanical box. box is handmade tin with tin hinges and latch. these tin boxes were used to collect samples. notice the square loop ... moreon each end, was probably for a strap. green outside red inside paint is old.
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Free Shipping Condition: Used Location: Brussel, Belgium Unauthorized Duplication Prohibited. antique french miniature painting. portrait 2 girls. 9,5 x 8 cm.
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$86.55 Shipping Location: Candia, United States Butt joints. original finish, no oil, no wax. late 1700s early 1800s. square nails. clean inside. hard to find a box this old in such good condition. ... morepainted on all sides not the bottom. inside 20 x 8 x 6 in.
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$22.22 Shipping Location: ROBERTSBRIDGE, United Kingdom Lovely Ottoman / Turkish Solid Silver ZARF, Tughra Mark, 19thC(?).A really nice Turkish / Ottoman silver ZARF or tea drinking cup. Stamped with the Tughra ... moremark and with assay scrape to underside and to body. Unsure of date - very old - either 18th or 19th century. Finely decorated and apart from being slightly misshapen it is in good antique condition.Height: 5.9cmWeight: 32 gramsShipping via 2nd Class Signed For or Tracked Worldwide.
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$23.85 Shipping Location: West Palm Beach, United States Make sure you look closely at the pictures of the back. It has an extra drawing on the backside and light spots that almost look like faces. Look at the ... moreladder back chairs and the feather topped hat!
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$5.99 Shipping Location: San Anselmo, United States 2-3/4" tall. MUCH APPRECIATED.
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$35.19 Shipping Location: Roanoke, United States
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$22.49 Shipping 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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$78.36 Shipping Location: Cuttingsville, United States ***Due to size, you will have 2 carriers to choose from at checkout. UPS is usually 20% less than what's quoted. *** Large old Shaker style staved bucket ... morewith wood and wire drop handles and original dark and grungy looking mustard paint. Approx 12.5"H x 16"W across the top and 50" circumference. Thick tongue and groove staves. Bands are loose, but it's not falling apart. Bands might slip in transit. 8 staples on the bottom were presumably added to keep the staves together a bit. See pics for additional details, and please ask any questions you might have
$43.17 Shipping Location: LONDON, United Kingdom Neifu mark to base.
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$450.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: North Platte, United States Trunk marked “CAPT A.M. CUMMING A.Q.M.”. “CAPTAIN ALEXANDER M. CUMMING. Inside Pine is very clean & been taken care of. Will make a great storage chest. ... moreWas made for him before he was promoted to Major which dates this Trunk about 1863.
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$4.71 Shipping Location: Manchester, United States Up for sale Estate fresh are 2 Antique 19ThC Coin Silver Sugar Shell Spoons Signed Spooner & Welch in Very good condition. No cracks or repairs. Minor ... moresurface abrasions. Initials on the end of handle "HPM".
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$115.00 Shipping Location: Coldspring, United States THE BASE AND INTERIOR of STAND IS A LOVELY TURQUOISE BLUE WITH YELLOW GOLDENROD BASKETWEAVE RIM; THE BOTTOM OF THE STAND IS THE INDICATIVE AUTHENTIC MAJOLICA ... moreMOTTLED GREEN, BLUE, BROWN AND GOLD RIM CENTERED WITH TURQUOISE BLUE.
$33.97 Shipping Location: RYDE, United Kingdom I suppose it was originally a Sewing Box, could be used as Collectors Cabinet,Trinket or Jewellery Display Case. Padded Green Silk Lining inside the Lid. ... moreHere we have a genuine Antique Wooden Box, probably made in England in the second half of the 19th Century during the Victorian Era.
$16.84 Shipping Location: Cumberland, United States …… This auction is for a 19th-century English Primitive Wood Butter Stamp. The mold is made in one piece and measures 5 3/8” in diameter by 5/8” thick ... moreand is 2 ¾” to the top of the handle. The carved pattern of this mold depicts a large flower with a decorative leaf border. In our photographs, you can see that the mold has slightly shrunk oval, and there are some old post beetle holes, but the surface is dry and untouched, and there are no other problems or any restorations. We have listed this antique early 19th-century Primitive Butter Mold without a reserve. …… We give a 100% unconditional Money Back Guarantee that the high bidder will be more than satisfied with the age, quality, condition, and authenticity of this English Primitive Butter Mold, or we will return all their money.
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$50.35 Shipping Location: ROYSTON, United Kingdom A few small bites and nibbles to glass.
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$32.23 Shipping Location: Nottingham, United States Antique 19thC Chinese Export Porcelain Charger/Plate 13 1/2”D CHENGHUA Mark. Center of plate has painted peonies and a bird perched upon a rock. Outer ... morerim has painted panels of iris, bamboo, asters and a peony.13 1/2”D x 1 3/4”Hitem#50-22
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$13.20 Shipping Location: Nellysford, United States The pillow has been well loved and used showing wear. Wear as shown but still makes a cozy accent piece.
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$39.00 Shipping Location: Ellsworth, United States As found in a Maine Estate. Will have wear and defects from age. Paper on the back of the tray is deteriorated. Chinese Rank Badge is mounted inside of ... morea tray under glass. Badge was not examined or removed outside of the tray. Tray has brass handles. The work is beautiful with bats, sea creature and other auspicious symbols. Expert couching of gold and bronze metallic threads on a brown background. Dates from the 19thC Qing Dynasty. Please see all of the detailed photos. Total size including handles is 14 1/2 X 12 1/16 inches. Sight size of the Rank Badge is 11 1/8 X 10 5/8 inches. My apologies for the reflections. Thanks!
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$20.00 Shipping Location: Topanga, United States Bennington pottery. This type of stay supported a window in an. open position. Very good plus condition, one has a very small chip.
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$9.25 Shipping Location: Boise, United States Antique 19th Century English Staffordshire Small Pottery Spaniel Dog. Item # 10335. I will be happy to answer them.
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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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$14.00 Shipping Location: Roseland, United States Antique 19thC Famille Rose Medallion Chinese Export Plate Canton 8 1/2”. As found as is condition. Chip on rim. Small hair line on rim Please note all ... moreimages.
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$6.35 Shipping Location: Princess Anne, United States 2 Antique Mid 19thC J.W. Moir New York Coin Silver Butter Knives - Silver Blades. Each blade is marked J.W. MOIR. Blades and handles are silver but handles ... moremost likely have some type of filler. Item measures 8" in length and 5/8" in width. Buy with confidence, 100% satisfaction guarantee. Thank you for your interest.
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$22.60 Shipping Location: Candia, United States Antique hand woven linen and wool coverlet piece 19th c. this could be a piece from a larger coverlet or could have been woven for a trundle bed or cot. ... morevery dark indigo. found one small hole, see photo.
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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.
$28.00 Shipping Location: Eureka, United States Made by Bohemian glass manufacturers for the Ottoman market. Get Supersized Images & Free Image Hosting.
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$9.99 Shipping Location: Alexandria, United States This piece is from personal family estate. Owner was well known Asian antiquities collector. This exquisite footed bowl dish is a magnificent piece of ... moreChinese porcelain art from the 19th century. The bowl features intricate inscriptions and is delicately hand-painted with bright colors of the famous famille rose style. It is made of high-quality porcelain and is a fine example of Chinese pottery craftsmanship. The bowl has a significant historical value and is an excellent addition to any antique or Asian art collection. Whether displayed on a shelf or used for serving, this bowl is sure to impress. Its beauty and artistry speak for themselves, making it a valuable and desirable item for collectors and art enthusiasts alike. Measures 8.5" W x 6.25 L x 2" H.
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$18.77 Shipping Location: Arlington, United States Lovely Antique Chinese Export Famille Rose Small Teapot - Late Qing c19thC. The teapot is hand painted in famille rose palette. The teapot is unmarked ... morebut to the best of my knowledge it is late 19thC and likely for South East market.
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$23.88 Shipping Location: ROYSTON, United Kingdom
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$11.25 Shipping Location: Candia, United States Paisley designs are printed not woven. antique early 19th c cotton trim. this is early probably around 1830. cotton not blend. hand made, original. this ... moreis not one continues length, it has been stitched together in couple of places.
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$68.61 Shipping Location: BATH, United Kingdom God of Greek mythology Boreas, the god of the violent north wind. Classical style, heavy cast bronze with remnants of original gilding. Bonham's authentication.
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2 Celtic Sunshine 19thC Antique Scotland Orange Citrine Gemstones
Two Antique 19th Century Bright Citrus Orange Genuine Natural Faceted Citrine Round Cut Semi-Precious Gemstones. ORIGIN: Coastal Devonian Lava Beds. Angus, Scotland. 19th Century. SIZE: Diameter: 3 1/2mm. Depth(Thickness) 2 1/2mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 0.52 Carats(the pair) NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstones as a ring. Pendant, or as earrings(click for more information) DETAIL: Both citrine and cairngorm(smoky quartz” were known as“cairn stones” and were considered sacred stones for millennia. A belief dating back to the Druids. Ancient cultures attributed many mystical properties to quartz crystals. They were particularly used in sorcery, magic, and witchcraft in part due to the"secret magical powers" evidenced by the weak electrical charge quartz crystals carry. For centuries both gemstones were commonly ... moreset into the pommel of the Scottish dirk, or“black dagger” a long dagger with a straight blade that is a prerequisite of Highland costume. Here are two very nice, very clean, very colorful citrus orange citrine semi-precious gemstones from the Devonian lava beds found along the coast of Angus Country, Scotland. 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“brilliant cut” round, the contemporary finish generally given to round diamonds. Very popular in 18th and 19th century Victorian Scotland, citrine has remained a very popular gemstone through the 20th century. These are very fine, bright citrus orange colored semi-precious gemstones. Citrine was often found within the deposits with"smoky" streaks, as was"smoky" quartz, the result of eons of exposure to natural radiation emanating from granite stone the citrine is exposed to while buried in the earth. On occasion, rather than creating smok
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2 Antique 19thC Scotland Amethyst Roman Warrior Amulet Gemstones
Two Antique Genuine Natural Faceted Square Richly Colored Amethyst Semi-Precious Gemstones. CLASSIFICATION: Faceted Amethyst Squares. ORIGIN: Coastal Devonian Lava Beds. Angus, Scotland. 19th Century. SIZE: 4mm square. 3mm thick(measurements approximate) WEIGHT: Approximately 0.80 carats(the pair) 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 ... morecolor to the Greek God Bacchus(the god of wine) Here are two very pretty, very clean, 19th century faceted amethyst squares 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 gemstones were hand crafted by a 19th century Russian artisan into these sparkling faceted gemstones full of flashes of fiery brilliance. Czarist Russia, fabled land of such master jewelers as Faberge, was of course known throughout the Renaissance and Victorian worlds for its elaborate and costly jewelry. These are two very fine, richly colored semi-precious gemstones. Gorgeous, vibrant, and vividly hued, these striking semi-precious gemstones are of very high quality and possess breathtaking luster. Both have been hand faceted into beautiful faceted cut squares. Both gemstones are alive with sparkling flashes and the impression of great depth. They are virtually flawless. Even under a 5x glass. Certainly to the eye they are nothing less than perfect, they are truly beautifully colored gemstones. Under magnification the gemstones show th
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2 Antique 19thC Scotland Cairngorm Sacred Druid Gem 925 Earrings
Two Antique Handcrafted Genuine Natural Smoky Quartz Crystal Faceted Round Cut Semi-Precious Gemstones from Mount Cairngorm. Scotland. Mounted into contemporary high quality sterling silver studs. CLASSIFICATION: Smoky Quartz Faceted Round Cut Semi-Precious Gemstones. ORIGIN: Mount Cairngorm. Scotland. 19th Century. Handcut in or near Yekaterinburg, Russia, 19th Century. SIZE: 5mm Round* 4mm Deep. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 1.05 carats(the pair) NOTES: 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. DETAIL: Smoky quartz from Mount Cairngorm. Scotland, known as"cairngorm" and since ancient times has been a favorite ornamental gemstone. It is the national gemstone of Scotland and has been ... moreconsidered a sacred stone for millennia, a belief dating back to the Druids. Many ancient cultures attributed many mystical properties to quartz crystals. They were particularly used in sorcery, magic, and witchcraft in part due to the"secret magical powers" evidenced by the weak electrical charge quartz crystals carry. Here are two very uncommon semi-precious gemstones from Victorian-era Scotland, specifically Mount Cairngorm. Very popular in 18th and 19th century Victorian Scotland, these gemstones are known either as“Smoky” or“Cairngorm” Quartz. Generally“crystal” clear, the smoky tone is caused by the natural radiation emanating from granite stone the quartz is exposed to while buried in the earth. These are very handsome round cut smoky quartz crystal gemstones. 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. These particular specimens are completely transparent, with beautiful sparkle and luster. They are exceptionally clean, water clear, and very bright. They are a gorgeous smoky brown color. The gemstones were hand crafted and faceted by
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2 Antique 19thC Ceylon Ruby Ancient Celtic Magic Amulet Gemstones
Two Antique 19th Century Genuine Natural Good Quality Marquise Faceted Ruby Precious Gemstones from Ceylon. ORIGIN: Ceylon. 19th Century. SIZE: Length: 5mm. Width: 2 1/2mm. Measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 0.24 Carats(the pair) NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstones as a ring. Pendant, or as earrings(click for more information) DETAIL: Ruby was worn by the ancient Mediterranean civilizations as an amulet for protection from plagues. Poison, sorrow, and evil spirits. Both the Greeks and Indo-Europeans(Celts) believed that the“heat” evidenced by the intense, red color was fire from within the gemstone, capable of boiling water or melting wax. Here are two very nice quality 19th century antique hand faceted marquise cut ruby precious gemstones from Ceylon(present day Sri Lanka) Both are relatively eye clean, of higher value character ... moreas opposed to lower value translucent rubies. Of course most ruby gemstones are anywhere from lightly to heavily blemished. Most completely transparent rubies you see offered today at retail are synthetic. While this particular pair might not be absolutely flawless, to casual scrutiny they are at least near eye clean, and are definitely at the higher end of the quality spectrum. At magnification(such as these 5x images here) they are seen to possess a modest number of very faint blemishes composed of colorless crystalline material. Nonetheless, they both possess the much sought after bright blood red color which has captivated mankind for eons. To the trained eye the photo enlargements will literally shout that the gemstones have been hand-faceted. The coarseness of the 19th century faceting is considered appealing to most gemstone collectors, and is not considered a detriment. Unlike today's computer controlled machinery, the cut and finish of a gemstone such as this is the legacy of an artisan who lived two centuries ago. Such antique hand-faceted gemstones possess much greater character and appeal than today's mass-produced machine-faceted gemstones. These gemsto
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2 Antique 19thC ¾ct Tourmaline Ancient Gem of Rainbows
Two Exquisite. Antique, Nineteenth Century Briolette Cut Hand Faceted Genuine Natural Siberian Three-Quarter Carat Green“Chrome” Tourmaline Semi-Precious Gemstones. Mounted into contemporary high quality 14kt French hooks. CLASSIFICATION: Briolette Cut Green Siberian Tourmaline. ORIGIN: Ural Mountains of Russia. 19th Century. SIZE: Length: 6mm. Diameter: 5mm. WEIGHT: 1.74 carats(the pair) NOTES: Other setting styles(euro clicks. Lever backs, kidney wires, ball/stud dangles) are available upon request, both in 14kt solid gold and in 14kt gold fill. DETAIL: In ancient mythology. Tourmaline was found in all colors because it traveled along a rainbow and gathered all the rainbow's colors. In fact the name tourmaline comes from the Dutch traders who purchased gemstones from the Celanese(i.e. Ceylon or Sri Lanka) The word"turmali, meant"mixed" ... moreand the bright rainbow collections of gemstone varieties which the Dutch purchased were called"turmali" parcels. Here are two exquisitely colored, antique hand faceted green(chrome) tourmaline briolette cut semi-precious gemstones from the Ural Mountains of Russia. Though the country best known for green tourmaline is Tanzania(and to some extent, Brazil) the Ural Mountains of Russia have been producing green chrome tourmaline for centuries. In fact, many of the Russian crown jewels are tourmaline. In the Victorian Age tourmaline was enormously popular not only in Russia, but throughout 18th and 19th century Europe. These particular gemstones were hand cut and faceted into somewhat coarse briolettes, an old fashioned cut reflecting their heritage. Land of the fabled jewelry of the Czars, Russia was renowned for its production of elaborate(and costly) jewelry throughout Victorian Europe. Chrome tourmaline is rather uncommon, probably the rarest of the ordinary varieties of tourmaline. There is substantially more demand than supply. So thus oftentimes can be quite costly. It is called“Chrome” Tourmaline because it is traces of chromium which gives the ge
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19thC Antique 1 2/3ct Sapphire Ancient Persia Celt Roman Anti Evil Spirit Amulet
Antique Nineteenth Century Handcrafted Genuine Natural Russian One and Two-Third Carat Peach/Pink Sapphire Faceted Oval. Contemporary High Quality Sterling Silver Ring(Size 8– Resizing Available) CLASSIFICATION: Faceted Peach/Pink Sapphire Oval. ORIGIN: The Ural Mountains. Russia. 19th Century. SIZE: Length: 7 mm. Width: 6 mm. Depth(Thickness) 4 3/4mm. All measurements approximate WEIGHT: Approximately 1.62 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: In the world of the ancient Mediterranean(including the Greeks. Romans, and the various Indo-European Celtic tribes) priests and sorcerers ... morehonored 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 colored natural peach colored sapphire precious gemstone from the Ural Mountains of Russia. Depending upon the light, the color of the gemstone ranches from peach to pink. 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 setting is of contemporary origin. It is a high quality setting manufactured by one of the USA’s leading semi-custom mount producers. It is constructed of solid sterling silver. We do have the ability to have the ring sent out for resizing if requested. Additionally. If preferred, the mounting is also available in 14kt solid gold. Depending upon the light, the color the gemstone exhibits will vary from a canary to amber yellow. Indoors the color is much like the cognac/da
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2 Antique 19thC 1/2ct Peridot Ancient “Gem of the Sun” Protect Against Evil Eye
Two Antique Eighteenth Century Genuine Natural Handcrafted Burmese Lime Green One-Half Carat Peridot Cabochon Round Cut Semi-Precious Gemstones. Mounted into contemporary high quality sterling silver studs. CLASSIFICATION: Peridot Cabochon Rounds. ORIGIN: Burma. 18th Century. Handcut in or near Yekaterinburg. Russia. 18th Century. SIZE: Diameter: 5mm. Depth: 3mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: Approximately 0.91 carats. 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: ... moreDue to its yellow green color peridot was known in the ancient world as the"gem of the sun" It was mined on St. John's Island(also called“Zebirget” or“Zabargad” in the Red Sea. Off Egypt, as early as 1500 B.C. In the ancient world peridot was also believed to afford protection against the“evil eye” that ancient belief that some evil sorcerers or witches had the ability to transmit evil with just a glance. The Roman Historian Pliny in his"Natural History" circa 70 A.D. mentions both the island as well as its gemstones, referring to the Red Sea Island as"Chitis" The ancient Romans knew peridot as“emerald of the evening” and wore it for protection against enchantments, melancholy and illusion. Here is a pair of absolutely gorgeous, lime green peridot semi-precious gemstones originally from Burma. The gemstones were hand crafted by an 18th 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. High quality, transparent, and eye clean or therabout, these handsome gemstones possess a beautiful, light, citrus character. They are very
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Antique 19thC 2 1/2ct Bohemian Gypsy Ruby-Raspberry Garnet Sterling Ring
Antique Genuine Natural Russian Two and One-Half Carat Faceted Raspberry Red Rhodolite Garnet Marquise Gemstone. Contemporary High Quality Sterling Silver Ring(Size 7– Resizing Available) CLASSIFICATION: Faceted Rhodolite Garnet Marquise. ORIGIN: Norway. 19th Century. Handcrafted in or near 19th Century Yekaterinburg, Russia. SIZE: Length: 12mm. Width: 6mm. Depth: 3mm All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 2.45 carats. NOTES: Resizing is available. 14kt solid gold setting is also available. DETAIL: Victorian Europe was so enthusiastic about the raspberry red color of Rhodolite Garnet that they were called“Bohemian Rubies” In Africa this remarkable red semi-precious gemstone was known as a“Cape Ruby” during the Victorian era. Here is a gorgeously hued rhodolite garnet possessing a rich. Raspberry red color. Though the gemstone originated in ... morenineteenth century Norway, 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. This particular variety of garnet is of the rarer and more costly rhodolite garnet. Unlike ordinary garnets which have a smoky orange undertone. Rhodolite garnets possess a rich, vibrant, bright, raspberry red color. This specimen is very clean, crystal clear, exquisitely colored, and has exceptional fire, sparkle, and brilliance. The setting is of contemporary origin. It is a high quality setting manufactured by one of the USA’s leading semi-custom mount producers. It is constructed of solid sterling silver. We do have the ability to have the ring sent out for resizing if requested. Additionally, if preferred, the mounting is also available in 14kt solid gold. 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. Thes
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2 Antique 19thC Blue Sapphire Celtic Roman Greek Magic Gemstones
Two Antique Genuine Natural Russian Faceted Bright Blue Sapphire Rounds. ORIGIN: The Ural Mountains. Russia. 19th Century. SIZE: Diameter: 2.5mm. Depth: 1½mm. All measurements approximate WEIGHT: 0.19 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 world of the ancient Mediterranean(including 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 are two gorgeous, richly colored natural medium blue sapphire precious gemstones from the Ural Mountains of Russia. The ... morefaceted 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 results are two exquisite and incredibly richly colored precious gemstones with lots of fire and sparkle. They are considerably lighter than inky"midnight blue" African or Australian sapphires, more along the lines of the medium blue of sapphires from Ceylon and Burma. The gemstones are not flawless. But are by and large transparent, certainly eye clean. Each possesses rich blue color, not the flat black of inexpensive"midnight blue" sapphires from Siam(Thailand) There is a little color zoning, which means that if you look very carefully and closely you will see areas of different shades of blue within the gemstone. But this is quite common with sapphires, and in no way detracts from its beauty. Aside from being commonplace, the color zoning is not detectable at all except upon very close scrutiny(or photo enlargements such as these) Such good quality blue sapphires are in high demand, and can be quite costly. The Southern Ural Mountains of Russia have been producing sapphires for centuri
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19thC Antique 2 1/3 ct Amethyst Poland Celtic Talisman Pendant
Antique 19th Century Handcrafted Two and One-Third Carat Green Amethyst from Poland(Crafted in Russia) Mounted into high quality solid sterling silver pendant(not cheap silver plated) GEMSTONE ORIGIN: Poland. 19th Century. Chain and pendant setting contemporary. SIZE: Length: 10mm. Width: 8mm. Depth: 6mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 2.37 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: Most ancient Mediterranean cultures. Including the ancient Romans, Greeks, and Celts believed that amethyst would protect against becoming intoxicated, and would protect soldiers from ... moreharm in battle. Here's a flawless quality green amethyst, also known as prasiolite, the gemstone originally from Poland. Exported to 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. Very popular in 18th and 19th century Victorian Scotland, amethyst has remained a very popular gemstone through the 20th century. Green amethyst is relatively uncommon, and can be quite expensive. This is a very fine mint green colored semi-precious gemstone. As you can see from the photo enlargements here, it 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
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Antique 19thC 2/3c Bohemian Gypsy Ruby-Raspberry Garnet Sterling Ring
Antique Genuine Natural Handcrafted Norwegian Rhodolite Garnet Semi-Precious Gemstone. Contemporary High Quality Sterling Silver Ring(Size 6 3/4– Resizing Available) CLASSIFICATION: Faceted Rhodolite Garnet. ORIGIN: Norway. 19th Century. Handcrafted in or near 19th Century Yekaterinburg, Russia. SIZE: Diameter: 5mm. Depth: 3mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 0.57 carats. NOTES: Resizing is available. 14kt solid gold setting is also available. DETAIL: Victorian Europe was so enthusiastic about the raspberry red color of Rhodolite Garnet that they were called“Bohemian Rubies” In Africa this remarkable red semi-precious gemstone was known as a“Cape Ruby” during the Victorian era. Here is a gorgeously hued rhodolite garnet possessing a rich. Raspberry red color. Though the gemstone originated in nineteenth century Norway, it was hand crafted ... moreand 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“brilliant cut” round, the contemporary finish generally given to round diamonds. This particular variety of garnet is of the rarer and more costly rhodolite garnet. Unlike ordinary garnets which have a smoky orange undertone. Rhodolite garnets possess a rich, vibrant, bright, raspberry red color. This specimen is very clean, crystal clear, exquisitely colored, and has exceptional fire, sparkle, and brilliance. The setting is of contemporary origin. It is a high quality setting manufactured by one of the USA’s leading semi-custom mount producers. It is constructed of solid sterling silver. We do have the ability to have the ring sent out for resizing if requested. Additionally, if preferred, the mounting is also available in 14kt solid gold. Under magnification the gemstone shows the unmistakable characteristics of having been hand crafted. The coarseness of the 19th century finish is
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2 Antique 19thC Garnet Celt Greek Roman Blood Talisman Gemstones
Two Antique Genuine Natural Russian Two-Third Carat Faceted Blood Red Garnet Rounds. ORIGIN: The Ural Mountains. Russia. 19th Century. SIZE: Approximate Diameter: 5mm. WEIGHT: Approximately 1.31 carats(the pair) NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstones 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 interior lighting for Noah's Ark. It is also believed that garnet, described as“nopek” was one of ... morethe twelve gemstones described in the Bible in Exodus 28:17-20 as adorning Aaron’s breastplate, representing the twelve tribes of ancient Israel. Here are two gorgeous, blood red faceted garnet gemstones from the Ural Mountains of Russia, where the production of garnet is many centuries old. 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“brilliant cut” round, the contemporary finish generally given to round diamonds. These lustrous semi-precious gemstones possess a rich, velvety, regal, blood red hue. They are extremely attractive gemstones, of very special character and remarkable color and texture. Highly favored by the royal houses of Renaissance Europe, they were 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. They are truly gorg
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Celtic Sunshine 19thC Antique 2 1/3ct Scotland Citrine Gemstone
Gorgeous Two and one Third Carat Antique Genuine Natural Faceted Citrine Oval. ORIGIN: Coastal Devonian Lava Beds. Angus, Scotland. 19th Century. SIZE: Length: 10mm. Width: 8mm. Depth: 5mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 2.41 Carats. NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstones as a ring. Pendant, or as earrings(click for more information) DETAIL: The Romans. Greeks and Celts believed citrine to be the crystallized essence of sunshine, and believed it would aid in digestion and cleanse toxins from the body, and it was even carried as protection against snake venom. Here's a very large, very clean, 19th century lemon-yellow faceted oval citrine from the Devonian lava beds found along the coast of Angus Country, Scotland. Very popular in 18th and 19th century Victorian Scotland, citrine has remained a very popular gemstone through ... morethe 20th century. This is a very fine pastel citrus yellow colored semi-precious gemstone. As you can see from the photo enlargements here, it 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. The trained eye will easily discern from the photo that the gemstone has been hand-faceted. The coarseness of the 19th century faceting is considered appealing to most gemstone collectors, and is not considered a detriment. Unlike today’s computer controlled machine processes, the cut and finish of a gemstone such as this is the legacy of an artisan who lived two centuries ago. Such antique hand-faceted gemstones possess much greater character and appeal than today's mass-produced machine-faceted gemstones. This gemstone has great luster and sparkle. And to the eye is completely transparent, but it is not absolutely flawless. True, the blemishes it possesses are not visible to the naked eye, and the gemstone can be characterized at a minimum, to use trade jargon, as"eye clean" To the eye it is indeed flawless; however magnified 500% as it is here, you might be able to
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2 Antique 19thC Bavaria Spessart Ancient Anglo-Saxon Briolette Gemstones
Two Nineteenth Century Antique Hand Crafted Genuine Natural Bavarian Bright Orange Spessartite Garnet Faceted Briolettes. CLASSIFICATION: Spessartite Orange Garnet Faceted Briolettes. ORIGIN: Spessart. Bavaria. 19th Century. SIZE: Length: 5mm. Diameter: 3mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 1.28 carats. NOTE: Upon request we can set your gemstones as a ring. Pendant, or as earrings(click for more information) NOTE: These have a mounting hole in the smallest end. Which allows many setting options(click for more information) DETAIL: Ancient cultures including the Celts. Greeks, Hebrews, Persians and Romans highly valued garnet. To the Anglo-Saxons, garnet was a cherished treasure. According to historical accounts, the King of Saxony is said to have owned a garnet of over 465 carats. Most ancient Mediterranean populations believed that ... morea garnet could give its wearer guidance in the night, allowing them to see when others could not. Garnet was also worn for protection when traveling, as garnet was believed to warn the wearer of approaching danger. Here are two gorgeously colored bright and richly hued orange garnets. 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. These particular gemstones were hand cut and faceted into rather coarse briolette teardrops, an old fashioned cut reflecting their heritage. Originally used in indigenous jewelry, these are very pretty semi-precious gemstones, with highly a desirable, uncommon, beautiful rich, vibrant, almost velvety pumpkin orange hue. Although the gemstones are far from flawless, they are eye clean, and given the antique origin and the characteristics of spessartite garnet, that’s pretty exceptional. These are very nice quality specimens. Absolutely transparent and alive with fiery sparkles.
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Antique 19thC 2/3ct Tourmaline Alchemy Philosopher Gemstone Sterling Pendant
Exquisite Nineteenth Century Antique Handcrafted Genuine Natural Siberian Neon Rose-Pink Tourmaline Faceted Baguette. Mounted into high quality solid sterling silver pendant(not cheap silver plated) CLASSIFICATION: Pink Tourmaline Faceted Baguette. ORIGIN: The Ural Mountains. Russia. 19th Century. Chain and pendant setting contemporary. SIZE: Length: 9mm. Width: 4mm. Depth: 2mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 0.68 carats. NOTE: 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. NOTE: If you would like only the gemstone. And not the setting, we can dismount the gemstone and offer you the gemstone ... morewithout the setting. Just let us know, and yes, we’ll discount the price by the cost of the setting. 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. Here's an exquisitely colored antique pink faceted tourmaline pear from the Southern Ural Mountains of Siberia. 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. Pink tourmalines are rather uncommon, probably the most valuable of the ordinary varieties of tourmaline. There is substantially more demand than supply, so thus oftentimes can be quite costly. The color of this specimen is a very deep rose-pink, almost neon in intensity, quite vibrant, with lots of flash and sparkl
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19thC Antique 2¼ ct Siberia Emerald King Arthur Holy Grail Charlemagne Henry Gem
TRANSLATE Arabic Chinese French German Greek Indonesian Italian Hindi Japanese Korean Swedish Portuguese Russian Spanish Exceptionally Good Quality Nineteenth Century Antique Hand Crafted Genuine Natural Siberian Two and One-Quarter Carat Faceted Emerald Oval. CLASSIFICATION: Faceted Emerald Oval. ORIGIN: The Ural Mountains(Siberia) Russia. 19th Century. SIZE: Length: 10mm. Width: 8mm. Depth: 5mm. All 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 many legends of King Arthur. The Holy Grail(the cup used to catch Christ’s blood at the crucifixion) is described as being fashioned from a large emerald. Charlemagne the Great(ruler of a vast eighth century Frankish Kingdom) had a large and famous collection of emeralds, and Henry ... moreII, when he was made King of Ireland in 1171, was given a large emerald ring. In the Renaissance medical practitioners ground up emerald with laudanum, an opium derivative, as a medicine for certain fevers and ailments. During the Middle Ages an emerald amulet was believed to keep a woman chaste. Medieval shamans and magicians believed that emeralds enabled them to foretell future events if put on the tongue or worn on the left side of the body. Here's a very nice. Near eye clean(or"lightly blemished" if you prefer) beautifully colored, richly hued natural emerald precious gemstone from the Southern Urals of(Siberia) Russia. The gemstone was hand crafted and faceted into this sparkling emerald oval 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. Emeralds are nearly 100 times rarer than diamonds, and there are few opportunities to acquire good quality natural emeralds at reasonable prices. The best specimens can bring over $40,000 a carat. This particular precious gemstone possesses the crystal clear, mint green" color possesse
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