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$6.95 Shipping Location: Dover, United States Issued 1936, Milan by T.C.Italia. Australia di Sud-Est (South-East Australia).
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$12.00 Shipping Location: Poughkeepsie, United States MALTA TO CAPE MALEA THE IONIAN ISLANDS. ANTIQUE ORIGINAL MAPTERRITORY NAUTICAL CHART. Maltese:[ˈmɐltɐ] ), officially known as the Republic of Malta (Maltese ... more: Repubblika ta' Malta. The Ionian Islands (Modern Greek : Ιόνια νησιά, Ionia nisia ; Ancient Greek, Katharevousa : Ἰόνιαι Νῆσοι, Ionioi Nēsoi ) are a group of islands in the Ionian Sea, west of mainland Greece.
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$45.00 Shipping Location: Bobadilla, Spain Gorgeous ornate cast bronze wall sconce found in an antiques market from the south of Spain. As seen in the photos, they look great with or without glass ... moreshades. Found in an antiques market in the south of Spain.
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$250.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Aurora, United States Designed in a classic early 19th century provincial take on the neoclassic style. This country approximation of the Directoire style features two drawers ... morewith raised diamond shaped motifs, flanked by pilasters.
Free Shipping Location: Oneida, United States I HAVE OWN THIS STIRRUP CUP FOR A GREAT WHILE NOW?. SO TO BE SAFE I WILL SAY THIS ONE IS ATLEAST 200-YEARS OLD?. IF NOT AS OLDER ?. I CLEANED THIS ALL ... moreBY HAND WITH TOOTH PASTE AND A VERY MILD ABBRASIVE WHICH WAS BAKING SODA?.
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$50.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: North Palm Beach, United States Antique ca 1910 Italian style deeply carved wood with claw feet. And relief ornamentation inside and out, as well as black intricately veined marble top. ... moreDimensions: approx 29 x 19.5 x 20" high. Approx 40-50 lbs. Luxe from a Palm Beach estate. All items are used/vintage/antique and sold as is; the wear from normal use and age adds to the charm of antiques and vintage items. If there are known defects in an item. It will be stated in the listing. Please email us with any questions before bidding. Large items are shipped freight. We use professional pack and ship companies(see quote buttons below- TSC Moving guarantees least cost shipping for their delivery area; Freighters and Craters and Plycon are national freight shippers) The cost of shipping is paid directly to the shipping company; we do not profit from shipping costs. YOU ARE WELCOME TO CONTACT US FOR EXACT SHIPPING COSTS PRIOR TO PURCHASE OF THE ITEM and if you have a favorite freight shipper. To set up shipping from your end using your account. Small and medium size items can be shipped via UPS or USPS. In which case you will reimburse us for shipping and packing costs; you may ask us for an exact quote on UPS or USPS shipping/packing before purchase of item. ALL ITEMS ARE INSURED and shipping cost includes insurance. YOU CAN ALWAYS PICK UP LOCALLY AT OUR PALM BEACH STORE IF YOU ARE IN THE AREA OR HAVE A FRIEND OR RELATIVE WHO CAN PICK UP AND HOLD THE ITEM FOR YOU- NO NEED TO PAY FOR SHIPPING! Please note that this item is also for sale in our physical shop- if it sells there it will need to be be removed from this ebay listing- so don't miss out but place an Ebay bid if you want it. Items are expected to be paid for promptly. As per Ebay guidelines. If paid-for item is not picked up or shipped within 45 days of date of Ebay purchase, we will consider it abandoned, cannot refund th
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Condition: Used Location: South Bend, United States A gorgeous early 19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival walnut cupboard or bar cabinet with carved faces of mythological creatures. Italy, Circa 1800. ... moreOriginal antique condition. We do our best to note any significant wear to the pieces and detailed photos to collect condition information.
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$6.95 Shipping Location: Dover, United States Issued 1936, Milan by T. C. Italia.
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Condition: Used Location: Lake Worth, United States Mid 20th Century Italian Style African Yellowwood Bar Cabinet. Made in South Africa from African Yellowwood and featuring hand carvings, smoked glass ... moreserving surfaces. 2 drawers, a locking internal cabinet and locking front cabinet.
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$54.97 Shipping Location: BOSTON, United Kingdom Vintage Mid Century Glass Ceiling Pendant by ‘Mazzega Murano’ Italian Art Glass.Unusual and substantial heavy glass pendant shaped as a hanging tulip. ... moreScalloped clear glass is enriched throughout with subtle detail of light and dark burnt amber, typical Murano design of the mid 20th century. Height- 34cm (base to chrome hook)Width- 43cmB22 bulb requiredFully rewired with silver braided cable.
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$38.21 Shipping Location: WISBECH, United Kingdom Crafted from high-quality hand blown glass.
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$497.34 Shipping Location: LONDON, United Kingdom I am excited to offer this gorgeous Italian Murano Fruits chandelier from approximately 1920's. It came out of an estate of folks who traveled Europe ... moreand bought beautiful high end decor for their home. C handelier measures 22" from top of glass column to bottom of hanging fruits and is 15" in diameter. What I call medium sized. It has 4 Lights which hold candellabra based bulbs. All four bobeche cups and top ornate column are graduated B lue to L avender M urano glass. Top column ha s a crack& small chip near top which has been glued and is stable. See pic#8. Turn this part to the back and no one w ould know. Body of fixture is birdcage shaped and features central brass column and 2 tiers of brass arms. Lower 4 brass arms have G lass B eadwork and ends of arms heavily adorned with colorful prisms and Maria Teresa flat flower discs. There are P urple prisms/discs on top tier and A mber on lower tier. Top glass column has glorious glass F ruits and P risms/discs hanging from it on 4 sides. Glass G rapes hang from the four arm lights. Also from the bottom of fixture along with a glass P ear. The fruits hanging from various parts of fixture are A pples. Multi-colored G rapes. A P ear and what looks like two P lums. Please look at all the pics as they tell the true story about this chandelier. It is a real feast for the eyes. O verall color scheme is L avender. B lue. A mber, R ed, C lear and Y ellowy-Green. T here are a couple prisms with a chip on them seen in last 3 pictures. Not very noticeable but worth the mention. This fixture was working when I just bought it. But as they say all older wiring should be checked out before hanging and a ground wire added. a few bucks) Fixt ure comes with ornate repousse bronze ceiling cap. One of the prettiest I've seen. Three gold chain links on top and a fabric scrunched chain cover to dress it up. T his chandelier is in lovely condition for its age. These are a rare fin d and this one is sure to please! ~~~ IMPORTANT Please Read! Due to the delicate natu
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$4.95 Shipping Location: Dover, United States Issued 1936, Milan by T.C.I. Original fold line as issued.
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$27.10 Shipping Location: Dover, United States Issued 1853-5, Bern by Korber & lightly revised 1880's. Lithographed panels, self contained format, portrait title labels giving sheet number to front ... moreof each. Endless terrain details, tiny city plans, endless buildings, etc.
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$14.99 Shipping Condition: New without tags Location: Lummi Island, United States Handcrafted though it may be the gemstone has great luster and sparkle, and to the eye is transparent, but it is not to suggest that the gemstone is flawless. ... moreTo the cursory inspection of the casual admirer, the gemstone appears unblemished.
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Condition: Used Location: Miami, United States G. Bianco MCMCX. Used, Normal Wear and Tear. 24in x 15in x 33in.
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$9.95 Shipping Condition: Unspecified Location: LONDON, United Kingdom 'Milanese States'. Title of map:'Milanese States'. The states of Milan, Alto Po, and Mantua. It had Cremona as its capital. Antique early 19th century ... moreatlas map with original hand colouring, 1830. DATE PRINTED: 1830.
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$120.00 Shipping Location: Sweden Attributed to the famous artist Sunqua, ca. 1850 A.D., Qing Dynasty, China. A set of 10 antique Chinese pith paintings depicting Chinese people. It has ... morebeen used to produce toys for children and in craftwork.
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$9.95 Shipping Location: POOLE, United Kingdom AMERICA MERIDIONALE BY NICOLAS SANSON SOUTH AMERICA WITH TEXT IN ITALIAN SANSON'S MAPS WERE COLLECTED TOGETHER IN 1692 BY HUBERT JAILOT AND PUBLISHED ... moreIN "ATLAS NOUVEAU". THE MAPS WERE REPRODUCED THROUGHOUT THE 18th CENTURY. THIS SCARCE EDITION WAS PUBLISHED BY THE BROTHERS TERRES IN NAPLES c1794 THIS COPPER ENGRAVED MAP WITH HAND COLOUR IS IN GOOD CONDITION WITH NO TEARS OR REPAIRS. THERE ARE TWO FEINT FOLD CREASES AS PUBLISHED AND A CONTEMPORAY PAPER EXTENSION TO THE LEFT MARGIN. THE MAP MEASURES APPROX 6.25 x 5.5 ins (16 x 14 cms) PLUS MARGINS. THIS IS A GENUINE ANTIQUE MAP OVER 220 YEARS OLD. NICOLAS SANSON D'ABBEVILLE (1600-1667) IS ACKNOWLEDGED AS THE FATHER OF THE GREAT FRENCH SCHOOL OF CARTOGRAPHERS. HIS WORK IS ACCLAIMED FOR ITS ACCURACY AND HIGH STANDARD OF ENGRAVING.
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Belvedere Tiburon, United States [Baccalaos ], Canada, Newfoundland and Labrador [. Corterealis ]. Luminously made by Cornelis de Jode.”. Joao Vaz Corte-Real (Corterealis), John Scolvus, ... moreand the Pining Expedition of the 1470s. All the annotations are written in Latin to give the map more status and applicability.
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$54.71 Shipping Location: Cozes, France Fabulous Antique Italian Gilded Wood Wall Display Plinth / Shelf / Socle 19th C - B1777. It is carved in wood and is gilded. The shelf has a slim wood ... moreback with an arched top. This fabulous 19th Century antique Italian display shelf / plinth would be perfect to create a special niche for a treasured piece.
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$45.00 Shipping Location: Malmö, Sweden A set of 4 antique Chinese pith paintings depicting flowers and butterflies in China. 1850 A.D. Qing Dynasty, China. Framed. Frame size: 35 x 29 cm. Visible ... moresize: 23.4 x 15.7 cm. Condition: Good for its age. As seen in the photos. Pith comes from the central column of spongy cellular tissue in the stem of a small tree called Tetrapanax Papyrifera. Native to south-west China. It has had a variety of uses. Some going back many centuries. At the imperial court both men and women wore colored flowers made from pith in their hair. It has been used to produce toys for children and in craftwork. It is still sold as Chinese medicine to make a diuretic infusion. For use in painting. It is cut by hand with a knife into thin sheets from short lengths of the spongy tissue. Cutting is highly skilled and the constraints of the process mean that the finished sheets for painting seldom. If ever, measure more than about 30 cms by 20 cms. The sheets are dried. Trimmed and used for painting without any further processing. Some European museums claim that their paintings on pith(often erroneously called“rice paper” or“mulberry pith” come from the end of the eighteenth century but there do not seem to be any dateable examples that are so early. There is a record of the Kaiser Franz of Austria buying some albums from an English Consul-General Watts in 1826. We know of an Italian Count who visited Canton in 1828 and had over 350 paintings on pith in his baggage when he died in Ambon two years later. In the British Library there is a scrap-book containing six pith paintings and a journal entry by a serving British officer who sent them home from India in 1829. These examples and contemporary accounts by visitors to Canton suggest that there was a flourishing trade in pith paintings by the early 1830s. SHIPPING: Worldwide by registered Airmail with tracking number. PAYMENT: PayPal is accepted. Contact us if you will pay by other means. PLEASE ASK: If you have questions regarding the item. Contact us before making an offer. We prefe
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$56.78 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Waco, United States stands 42" tall 13" wide middle glass piece. original cord still works but unpolarized. in excellent condition. Brass pole that connects through ... morecenter of marble piece is a little loose. no chips n the marble or cracks. This is not a new lamp. This is from the early 1970's Brass needs to be cleaned. has a vintage dimmer knob for the light. This is going to ship in 2 separarte boxes UPS ground. Its gonna be a lot more than 25.00. But thats my quote. Local pick-up as well fro this one Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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$42.49 Shipping Location: ANSTRUTHER, United Kingdom There is a hole at the top to put light fitting inside and a black chain to hang the light from the ceiling. The item is in superb condition and was bought ... morefor an interior design project but is no longer needed.
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$110.00 Shipping Location: Sweden For use in painting, it is cut by hand with a knife into thin sheets from short lengths of the spongy tissue. native to south-west China. This beautiful ... moreantique artifact is from.
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Location: LONDON, United Kingdom Set 8 orange rare Kundalini applique "Shakti" 70's 6 x 80 cm + 2 x 120. Crafted with a keen eye for detail, these sconces are the perfect addition to ... moreany antique collection. Don't miss out on the opportunity to own a piece of history!
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$89.50 Shipping Location: Uzès, France Date - 17th century. A fine example of Italian copperwork from the 1600s, embossed decoration including coats of arms, portraits, birds, grotesque masks, ... moreetc. Condition -an old repair and a small crack see photos with red outline.
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$13.18 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Diamond Bar, United States Backing paper ripped. Silver has a light spot, don’t know what is it.
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$37.29 Shipping Condition: Used Location: SALFORD, United Kingdom Coat of arms as Prince of Wales (1958–2022). Princess Lilibet of Sussex. Prince Archie of Sussex. The Duchess of Sussex. The Duke of Sussex. Prince Louis ... moreof Wales. Princess Charlotte of Wales. Titles and styles.
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$14.99 Shipping Location: Ivanhoe, Australia Moreover, \\\'their frequent use of eighteenth century sources, often from the 1740s, provided their atlas with up-to-date information. This magnificent ... morehand coloured original copper-plate engraved antique map of Southern Italy in the mid to late 18th century by Robert De Vaugondy was published in the 1757 edition of De Vaugondys famousThe Atlas Universel.
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$55.00 Shipping Location: Bobadilla, Spain The sockets were updated by a previous owner with special sockets that hold down cloth shades. That is why they are wide like that. You can easily have ... morethe sockets changed to better suit your needs if you do not like them.
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$9.49 Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States 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 ... moreof solid sterling silver. We do have the ability to have the ring sent out for resizing if requested.
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$30.00 Shipping Location: Paris VI, France His most famous work is his translation of Ptolemy's Geographia, which was published after his death. was one of the great humanists of 16th century Italy, ... morepublishing a number of works on a variety of topics including Italian poetry, history, militaria.
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$50.09 Shipping Location: CHRISTCHURCH, United Kingdom This is a Greek, Magna Graecia southern Italian black glazed pottery oinochoe jug, circa 4th century BC. See group picture - last image. CONDITION chipped ... moreto the rim & foot rim - as per images.
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$34.81 Shipping Location: ABINGDON, United Kingdom I believe these to be industrial lights. The original globes are missing but probably would not be in keeping with more modern interpretations now anyway. ... morethey are a bit of a blank canvas. Size 36cms tall/ sit 21 cms from wall.
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$10.00 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States Date: 1574 (published) Venice. The map depicts cities, river systems and lakes, mountain ranges and a large forested area. Condition: This map is in A ... morecondition. Heavily inked plated with a sharp clear impression.
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Free Shipping Location: Hartsdale, United States Platinum Bullion. Silver Bullion. Gold Bullion. Buy It Now. 10am-6pm EST.
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Condition: Unspecified Location: South Bend, United States By Labarge. A gorgeous mid-century modern Hollywood Regency hexagonal hooved feet coffee or cocktail table. Circa 1960s.
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$14.99 Shipping Location: Ivanhoe, Australia Rumold, in particular, was responsible for the complete edition in 1595. After a second complete edition in 1602, the map plates were bought in 1604 by ... moreJodocus Hondius who, with his sons, Jodocus II and Henricus, published enlarged editions which dominated the map market for the following twenty to thirty years.
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$13.99 Shipping Condition: Very Good Location: Lummi Island, United States Instead they view it as a period of pessimism and nostalgia for classical antiquity. Social and economic historians have focused on the continuity between ... morethe Middle ages and the Renaissance, which they argue are linked "by a thousand ties".
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Germany Rainerius de Pisis (1281?. Pantheologia, sive Summa universae theologiae. Third edition of the oldest theological encyclopedia. (Notes on the bibliography ... moreof Rainerius de Pisis, Rhodes, p. 238). Pantheologia, sive Summa universae theologiae. ).
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$235.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Plainfield, United States MAISON JANSEN ITALY ITALIAN REGENCY BRASS RAM PEDESTAL VINTAGE HEAVY TALL 47”. Excellent original condition Top notch quality Very heavy weight quality ... more47” tallPlate at the top is 16” wide Original maker sticker on the piece along with “made in Italy”
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$10.00 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States Date: 1574 (published) Venice. The Straights of Magellan are noted, with just the northern edge of Tierra del Fuego depicted. Inland, the Amazon River ... moresystem is depicted as running south to north rather than west to east, and the Plata is delineated.
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$122.30 Shipping Location: Montclair, United States The world globe is in remarkable condition for its age. The globe is made of coated paper gores over pressboard and has a black wire base with red rubber ... morefeet to protect your table or desk surface.
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$30.49 Shipping Location: SKEGNESS, United Kingdom See photos for full condition and size in good vintage condition no damage more or less availability light pink in colour
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$110.00 Shipping Location: Sweden An antique Chinese pith painting depicting Whampoa Anchorage, Pazhou Island, China. It has been used to produce toys for children and in craftwork. For ... moreuse in painting, it is cut by hand with a knife into thin sheets from short lengths of the spongy tissue.
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$54.71 Shipping Location: Cozes, France It is carved in wood and is gilded. The shelf has a slim wood back with an arched top. This fabulous 19th Century antique Italian display shelf / plinth ... morewould be perfect to create a special niche for a treasured piece.
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$8.50 Shipping Location: Croatia Italian Siracusa. (1875-94), great work of Elisee Reclus. city, on the east coast of Sicily, 33 miles (53 km) south of Catania. It was the chief Greek ... morecity of ancient Sicily. But Syracuse was saved from the fate that overtook Acragas and other Sicilian cities by its general, Dionysius I, who obtained autocratic power in 405 and ruled Syracuse as its tyrant until 367.
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$497.34 Shipping Condition: Used Location: PULBOROUGH, United Kingdom A truly stunning and well made piece, this would have been made for an exhibition to show off the cabinet makers skill, originally it was most likely ... morea massive Cassone chest that was later adapted to a pedestal desk, the work appears to have been completed in the early Victorian era.
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$10.00 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States Date: 1574 (published) Venice. Ruscelli is best known for his important revision of Ptolemy's. By: Girolamo Ruscelli. This is a fine example of Ruscelli’s ... moremap of India on trapezoidal projection, issued for an Italian edition of his.
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$5.87 Shipping Location: Sherwood, United States Title: - The World's Inhabitants or, mankind, animals, and plants. Being a popular account of the races and nations of mankind, past and present, and ... morethe animals and plants inhabiting the great continents and principal islands.
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$6.99 Shipping Location: Little River, United States Handcrafted by skilled Zulu artisans in South Africa, t his old Zulu love letter necklace consists ofintricate beadwork in these colors: white, red, royal ... moreblue, Italian "greasy" yellow, pink and black (See Zulu beadwork "Vocabulary" below).
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$8.50 Shipping Location: Croatia By the 12th century San Marino had developed into a commune ruled by its own statutes and consuls. Against the attacks of the Malatesta family, who ruled ... morethe nearby seaport of Rimini, San Marino enjoyed the protection of the rival family of Montefeltro, who ruled Urbino.
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$9.95 Shipping Condition: Used Location: LONDON, United Kingdom Title of map:'Italy. Antique map with original outline colour, 1863. DATE PRINTED: 1863. CONDITION: Good; suitable for framing. The map you will receive ... moreis in good condition but there may be minor variations in the condition from that shown in the image.
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Free Shipping Location: Hampton, United States Ischia's thermal waters are alkaline. Ischia is an Italian island in the Tyrrhenian Sea. It lies at the northern end of the Gulf of Naples, about 19 miles ... morefrom Naples. It is the largest of the Phlegrean Islands.
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$65.00 Shipping Location: Lake Worth, United States ITALY ITALIAN MAJOLICA POTTERY POT / PLANTER Impress Marked to base as seen. Features ( raised floral on a basket weave design. WOW. nice. Don't Miss ... moreThis Very Beautiful Italy Planter / Pot - Or You Will Miss Out ! ).
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$8.95 Shipping Location: Branch, United States ILLUSTRATOR/ARTIST: Vincenzo Alicandri was an Italian artist who was born in 1871. [7] It is located on the Gulf of Salerno on the Tyrrhenian Sea. In ... morethe early Middle Ages it was an independent Lombard principality, the Principality of Salerno, which around the 11th century comprised most of Southern Italy.
$25.00 Shipping Location: Perugia, Italy Di M.r D'Anville 1781. Striking and highly detailed fine unusual 1781. The land that is now Guinea belonged to a series of African empires until France ... morecolonized it in the 1890s, and made it part of French West Africa.
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$20.00 Shipping Location: Cresskill, United States Zannoni was born in Padua, Italy on September 2, 1736. After leaving the University, Zannoni was commissioned by the King of Poland, Augustus III, to ... moremap that country. Zannoni's subsequent survey is considered the first accurate triangulation of Poland.
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Free Shipping Location: Miami, United States This is a 7" tall silver pitcher with renaisance revival curved flute design. CI CI sticker. The base has a circumference of about 15 1/2". Weight is ... more342 grams or 11 troy ounces. Significant flaws not depicted in the photos are described here-with, minor flaws and normal wear are not.
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100AD Ancient Rome's #1 Gem 90ct Carnelian Talisman Pendant Thrace (Bulgaria)
Beautiful. Colorful Ninety Carat Ancient Roman Semi-Precious Carnelian Gemstone Polished"Disc" Shaped Pendant. CLASSIFICATION: Hand carved and finished(flattened) disc-shaped orange carnelian(quartz) semi-precious gemstone pendant. Mounted onto 60 millimeter(24 inch) contemporary 14kt Gold tone chain ATTRIBUTION: Eastern Roman Empire(Thracia) 1st Century A.D. SIZE/MEASUREMENTS: Weight: 90.08 carats. Diameter: 37*27 millimeters. Thickness: 11 millimeters. Chain: Contemporary gold 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 gold electroplate, 24 inches. For a more authentic ... moretouch, we also have available handcrafted Greek black leather cords. CONDITION: Very good. Sound integrity. No cracks or major chips. Minor scratches and scuffs consistent with use and then burial in soil. DETAIL: Along with turquoise and lapis lazuli. Red-orange carnelian was one of the most popular and valued gemstones of the ancient world. From Mesopotamia, through Persia and Greece, and into Rome carnelian was widely used to produce engraved gemstones and seals. Intaglio-incised carving was probably first used to produce seals. The art form is believed to have originated in southern Mesopotamia, and was highly developed by the 4th millennium B.C. Many of the intaglio carnelian rings and signet rings produced by ancient Roman and Greek craftsmen and still in existence today, and most world-class museums have stunning collections of this miniature art(check out the websites of the Louvre in Paris or The Hermitage in St. Petersburg) This is a nicely preserved genuine carnelian gemstone hand-carved and finished into a round. Flattened disc-shaped pendant sometime in the 1st century A.D. in Roman Provincial Thracia. Carnelian gemstones and jewelry were very popular
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AD300 Roman Judaea Israel Lightening Bolt Ring 10th Legionary Army Fretensis Sz9
Very Elaborate. Heavy, Size 8 3/4 Genuine Ancient Engraved Lightening Bolt Bezel Roman Bronze Ring 3rd Century A.D. CLASSIFICATION: Ancient Roman Bronze Ring with Lightening Bolt Bezel. ATTRIBUTION: Eastern Roman Empire(Judaea) Late Second or Third Century A.D. SIZE/MEASUREMENTS: Fits ring size 8 3/4(U.S. Diameter: 21mm(outer diameter) 20mm* 19mm(inner diameter) Bezel: 11mm(breadth) 11mm(height) 1 1/2mm(thickness) square bezel with rounded-off corners. Tapered Width Band: 6 1/2mm(at bezel) 4mm(at sides) 3mm(at back) Weight: 3.33 grams. CONDITION: Good! Completely intact. Very light wear, moderately light porosity(surface pitting caused by contact with earth while buried) Professionally conserved. DETAIL: A remarkably well preserved bronze ring circa 3rd century A.D. As you can see. The ring is very bold, handsome, and elegant in design. The"bezel" ... moreor face of the ring is engraved with a classic lightening bolt design accentuated with a periphery line composed of diagonal multiple hash marks at the four corners of the bezel. The diagonal has marks on the both sides are considered by many scholars to be“large” lightening bolts, i.e. a close-up of one zig-zag. Within the frame formed by the two opposing“single zig-zag” lightening bolts is an exceeding finely engraved tight series of zig-zags, forming a long, intricate lightening bolt from the top to the bottom edge of the bezel. Though it is hard to discern from some angles of view as it is so exceedingly fine, the engraved lightening bolt design is remarkably well preserved, very intricate, and bears very minimal signs of wear(anything more than very light wear and the central elongated zig-zag will wear smooth and disappear, leaving only the flanking“close-up” single zig-zags) However with respect to this specimen. Both the bezel and the bands evidence very light wear, and the elongated central lightening bolt is entirely intact. Of course, close examination will nonetheless reveal unmistakable signs of wear. This should no
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100AD Genuine Ancient Roman Provincial Antioch Glass Perfumed Oil Unguent Bottle
Genuine Ancient Roman Green Glass Unguent Bottle Intact and Unrepaired. CLASSIFICATION: Ancient Roman Green Glass Unguent Bottle. ATTRIBUTION: Eastern Roman Empire(Syria) 2nd Century A.D. SIZE/MEASUREMENTS: Height: 51 millimeters(2+ inches) Bowl Diameter: 37 millimeters(1 1/2 inches) Top Lip Diameter: 25 millimeters(1 inch) Neck Diameter: 20 millimeters(3/4+ inch) Base Diameter: 21 millimeters(7/8 inch) Weight: 17.80 grams. CONDITION: Excellent. No cracks, chips, breakage, or repairs. Minor scratches and scuffs consistent with use and then burial in soil. Typical soil deposits caused by prolonged burial in soil) DETAIL: This is a very handsome. Complete and unrepaired second century A.D. Roman green glass unguent or oil bottle of fairly sizeable dimensions. Most Roman glass vessels recovered complete(intact or repairable) are between 1 ½ ... moreand 3 inches in size. These small jars, pitchers, unguentariums, jugs, bottles and flasks were used to contain aromatic oils, perfumes, medicinal ointments, and cosmetics. It is not to say that the Romans did not use larger pieces of glass on their tables such as bowls and cups; and even larger containers for transporting foodstuffs; because they did. In fact whatever the Romans had produced in clay in the first and second centuries B.C. was by the first and second centuries A.D. more commonly produced in glass. However the larger pieces of glass are rarely found intact. The Romans for instance produced fluted, engraved, multi-tiered, and cut glass bowls of fantastic quality and design– and only a few intact specimens have ever been recovered intact. In fact even the smaller pieces such as this are rarely recovered intact except as grave goods. This piece as you can see has a fairly well-formed and defined lip. And a neck beneath slightly tapered neck– overall a somewhat primitive specimen. Normally this would have been used to dispense aromatic oils or other unguents. Possessing a very pleasing green color, this bottle is probably amongst the earlier Roman
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AD300 Ancient Roman Province Thrace Bulgaria Fancy Engraved Starburst Ring Sz10
Size 10 Genuine Ancient Starburst Engraved Heavy Roman Bronze Ring 4th Century A.D. CLASSIFICATION: Ancient Roman Bronze Ring with Engraved Bezel and Sculpted Bands. ATTRIBUTION: Eastern Roman Empire(Thracia) 4th Century A.D. SIZE/MEASUREMENTS: Fits ring size 10(U.S. Bezel: 11mm(height) 9mm(width) 1 1/2mm(thickness) Tapered Width Band: 8mm(at bezel) 4mm to 5mm(at sides and back) Diameter: 24mm* 22mm(outer diameter) 20 1/2mm* 19 1/2mm(inner diameter) Weight: 4.43 grams. CONDITION: Excellent! Completely intact. Moderate wear consistent with use. Overall only moderately light porosity(surface pitting caused by contact with earth while buried) except for one“hot spot” corroded hole in band. Professionally conserved. DETAIL: An exceptionally heavy. Massively constructed, very well preserved bronze ring circa 4th century A.D. As you can see, the ... morering is very bold, handsome, and elegant in design. The"bezel" or face of the ring is engraved with a classical starburst design accentuated with hash marks on sculpted shouldered bands. Not a terribly uncommon theme for the time, but very well executed. Starburst themes of one variety or another were a very popular geometric design during the first few centuries A.D. This particular depiction is quite characteristic of the era except for rather uncommon crosshatched lines which connect the four arms of the starburst; forming a peripheral diamond border to the bezel’s circumference. All of the engraving exhibits very fine workmanship, and is mostly intact– though it is obvious that the ring was worn in life. The ring is very heavily constructed and weighs several times as much as most similar rings of the era. There is a very modest amount of wear evidenced. Though clearly it was worn in ancient times. The amount of wear is not excessive and is not discernible except upon close scrutiny. The extent of this wear is more evident on the bands than on the bezel. The ring possesses the gorgeous, medium tone so characteristic of ancient bronze. There
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100AD Ancient Roman Carnelian Gem Evil Eye Trip to Next World Talisman Sterling
Two Beautiful. Colorful 14 Millimeter(44 Carats! Ancient Roman Semi-Precious Carnelian Faceted Gemstones on Sterling Silver French Hooks. CLASSIFICATION: Hand carved and faceted spherical orange carnelian(quartz) semi-precious gemstones mounted onto contemporary high quality sterling silver french hook style earrings. ATTRIBUTION: Eastern Roman Empire(Thracia) 1st Century A.D. SIZE/MEASUREMENTS: Combined Weight: 22.59 carats. Approximate Diameter: 11 millimeters. CONDITION: Very good. Sound integrity. No cracks or major chips. Minor scratches and scuffs consistent with use and then burial in soil. NOTE: These earring settings are also available in solid 14kt gold as well as 14kt gold fill(5% gold over 95% silver) Other setting styles(studs. Euro clicks, lever backs, kidney wires, ball/stud dangles) are available upon request, both in sterling ... moresilver, 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 the world of the ancient Mediterranean. Carnelian was also believed to be strong protection from the evil eye, referring to the almost universal belief in the ancient world that some evil sorcerers or witches had the ability to transmit evil with just a glance. The ancient Mediterranean cultures, particularly the Romans, recommended carnelian gemstones for those of weak voice or timid on speech. It was also thought to give courage to those who wore the gemstone, and also to provide a positive influence on the reproductive system. As with amber, ancient Romans believed that the darker carnelian represented males and the lighter carnelian, females. Early Mediterranean cultures also believed that carnelian would protect the deceased in the journey between this world and the next. Carnelian was also believed an aid to astral travel in ancient Egypt. And Siberian shamans be
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AD244 Silver Roman Denarius (Coin) Emperor Philip the Arab Goddess of Peace Pax
Silver Roman Antoninianus(Successor to the“Denarius” of Emperor“Philip the Arab” with Goddess(of Peace) Pax” 244 A.D. OBVERSE INSCRIPTION: IMP M IVL PHILIPPVS AVG. OBVERSE DEPICTION: The bust of Emperor Philip I. Draped, with radiate crown. REVERSE INSCRIPTION: PAX AETERN. REVERSE DEPICTION: The“Goddess” Pax striding left with olive branch held aloft in extended right hand; scepter held in left hand. ATTRIBUTION: City of Rome Mint sometime in 244 A.D. SIZE/MEASUREMENTS: Diameter: 23 x 22 1/2 millimeters. Weight: 3.59 grams. NOTE: Coin is mounted free of charge into your choice of pendant settings(shown in sterling silver pendant) And includes a sterling silver chain in your choice of 16" 18" or 20" length, details below or click) For a more authentic touch. We also have available handcrafted Greek black leather cords. We can ... morereverse coin in mounting if you prefer opposite side showing front. DETAIL: This is a very handsome silver antoninianus produced in the city of Rome itself sometime during the year 244 A.D. The coin is in superb condition. Evidencing only very light wear from circulation in ancient Rome. It was well struck both front and back, on a very generous planchet(blank) and was well-centered. Unlike most coins of the era, the strike caught the entirely of both the legends and the themes, and this is applicable to both the obverse as well as the reverse. The only shortcoming of the specimen is that quite characteristic of the coinage of the era, the reverse strike was struck with a worn die, and so the reverse is of lower profile and not quite as finely detailed as is the obverse. These coins were all struck by hand(of course) and the reverse dies were generally used about three times as long as were the obverse dies(which contained the emperor’s image and so had better be sharp and well struck) Consequentially as the rear die was used for tends of thousands of strikes. Even half-way through its life the die was worn down, and the resulting reverse strikes were of lower pr
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Roman Sculpted "Fist Fight" Bronze Ring AD300 Size 8+ Protect Against Evil Eye
Size 8 1/2 Genuine Ancient Roman Bronze"Fist Fight" Ring with Sculpted Bands Fourth Century A.D. Ancient Roman“sculpted” bronze ring raised bezel. Raised sculpted embellishments on both bezel and bands, remains of engraved concentric circles(protection from“evil eye” symbols of both Roman Paganism and ancient Christianity) Size 8 1/2. Is in excellent condition and is completely intact. Evidences moderate wear consistent with very sustained, regular(ancient) usage. Evidences relatively light oxidation(corrosion or fine surface pitting frequently caused by contact with caustic soil while buried) Was professionally restored and conserved. Eastern Roman Empire(Syria) 4th Century A.D. Fits ring size 8 1/2(U.S. Bezel: 6mm(diameter at head) 15mm(breadth at base) 7mm(width at base) 5mm(thickness or height) Tapered Width Band: 5mm(at bezel) ... more4mm(at sides) 3mm(at back) Diameter: 26mm* 23mm(outer diameter) 19 ½* 19mm(inner diameter) Weight: 5.03 grams. Here's an well preserved Roman bronze ring circa fifth century A.D. Rather than the ring archaic style of construction. Where the bezel is crafted separately from the band, and then attached; this is the more advanced Roman design which incorporated the bezel and bands into one piece, much like a contemporary ring. This gives the ring a very classical, almost timeless character. You can see that the ring possesses a“sculpted” design. The bezel or center portion of the ring is an elevated oval shaped pyramid. The bezel is flanked top and bottom with quite distinct arrow shaped accents which point, when worn, to the bezel and away from the finger(perpendicular to the band) Flanking the other two sides of the bezel, positioned further down along the band, are two more, albeit longer, arrow shaped accents parallel to the band. However handsome the sculpted features of the ring. They also had a profane and practical side. The center of the bezel and the two flanking flanges all protrude several millimeters outward. Like a number of the sim
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NEW HUGE Medieval Renaissance Architecture Russia Italy Portugal Spain France UK
Icons of Renaissance Architecture by Alexander Markschies. DESCRIPTION: Hardback with Dust Jacket: 144 pages. Publisher: Prestel; 2003) The Renaissance was aesthetically one of the most demanding and fascinating periods in the history of architecture. It developed out of Filippo Brunelleschi's Foundllings' Hospital in Florence and subsequently evolved into a pan-European phenomenon. The end of this period being marked by works by Carlo Maderno, Inigo Jones and Elias Holl. The style is based on rationality and clarity, the harmony of proportions and a balanced relationship between the individual and the whole. Influenced by Classical models, there was a growing awareness in the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries that something new could be created, something new that could be compared to the art of the ancient world. As opposed to other ... moreworks on Renaissance architecture. This publication does not focus solely on Italy with its buildings and urban areas in central and northern Italy and the palace architecture of Mantua and Urbino. The inclusion of the“Italian architectural model” in the buildings of other European countries is also treated in depth. Readers can relish in a delightfully varied and often surprising panorama of Renaissance architecture reaching out from Italy to Germany, France, England, Spain, Portugal, Belgium, Poland, the Czech Republic, Hungary and Russia. This volume captures the rediscovery of harmony in architecture throughout Europe by focusing on the most impressive buildings and describing this development in exquisite photographs. Numerous drawings and explanatory texts, placing the buildings in their appropriate architectural, cultural and historical setting. Interesting details about patrons, a building's specific requirements, its function and the impression it was intended to make are also discussed. CONDITION: Light shelf wear. Small scratches on dust jacket near spine, otherwise New, never read. PLEASE SEE IMAGES BELOW FOR SAMPLE PAGES FROM INSIDE OF BOOK. PLEASE SEE PUBLI
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NEW 29BC Aeneid of Virgil Troy Falls Rome Founded Cyclops Dido Queen of Carthage
Virgil: The Aeneidl. Translated by John W. Mackail. DESCRIPTION: Hardback with Dust Jacket: 213 pages. Publisher: Borders Classics; 2004) In Aeneas. The quintessential epic of Roman antiquity, a work with deep roots in the Homeric tradition, Virgil created the most powerful figure in Latin literature, the dutiful yet fallible Trojan prince who overcomes war, suffering and countless setbacks to lay the foundations of the Roman race. Aeneas, a Trojan hero, abandons his captured city, taking his father and little son. His destiny is to found Rome and father the Roman race. While journeying to Italy, Aeneas must prove his capability for his illustrious task. He battles terrifying storms in the Mediterranean, encounters the fearsome Cyclops, falls in love with charismatic Dido, Queen of Carthage, enters the Underworld, and wages war in Italy, ... moreVirgil's"Aeneid" thrilling, terrifying and moving, has inspired numerous artists, writers and musicians, including Dante, Milton, Purcell, and Turner. It falls to every generation to translate anew the great classics which are woven into the fabric of our Western tradition. Virgil has always had the fortune of attracting as translators fellow poets. It is in succession to Dryden and William Morris that C. Day Lewis. Himself a distinguished poet and now Professor of Poetry at Oxford, has written this modern version of"The Aeneid" C. Day Lewis has evolved a long, loosely flowing line which catches the subtleties, the taut vigor, and the sweep of Virgil's verse. The power of such a translation is to be measured not only in the great"set pieces" with which"The Aeneid" glitters. But also in the furthering of the whole movement of the poem and in its revelation of the philosophy sustaining it. Judged by such standards, Professor Day Lewis' new translation stands out as wholly admirable. In this, their own version, readers of the present day will find the beauty, the nobility, the excitement, and the humanity which make"The Aeneid
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AD196 Silver Roman Denarius (Coin) Emperor Septimius Severus Vota Publica Gods
Silver Roman Denarius of Emperor Septimius Severus with a Reverse Theme of"Vota Pvblica" Public Vows" Showing Septimius Making Offerings to the Gods- 196-197 A.D. OBVERSE INSCRIPTION: L SEPT SEV PERT AVG IMP VIII. OBVERSE DEPICTION: The head of Septimius Severus. Right, laureate crown(laurel wreath) REVERSE INSCRIPTION: VOTA PVBLICA. REVERSE DEPICTION: The Emperor standing left shown emptying a patera(an offering dish) into/over an altar with flame. ATTRIBUTION: City of Rome Mint between 196 and 197 A.D. SIZE/MEASUREMENTS: Diameter: 18 millimeters. Weight: 3.41 grams. NOTE: Coin is mounted free of charge into your choice of pendant settings(shown in sterling silver pendant) And includes a sterling silver chain in your choice of 16" 18" or 20" length, details below or click) DETAIL: This is a very handsome silver ... moredenarius produced in the city of Rome itself either in 196 or 197 A.D. It is in relatively good condition. Substantial wear from circulation in ancient Rome, but the legends and themes remain clear and distinct. It was well struck both front and back the result a little irregular but very typical for the era. Atypical for the era, the strike was well-centered, and so caught most of both the legends and the themes, and this is applicable to both the obverse as well as the reverse. The coin is just a little undersized, too small to catch the entire strike(a few letters of the legends are missing- a quite common characteristic of the era) But on the other hand, it is a very thick coin in remarkably high relief, almost as if it were ancient Greek coin. On the whole it is without a doubt a very well struck coin, the slightly undersized nature of the planchet being more than made up by the thickness of the coin and the height of the relief. The obverse of the coin depicts the head of the Roman Emperor Septimius Severus, depicted with laureate crown; and the legend"L SEPT SEV PERT AVG IMP VIII" L SEPT SEV" of course refers to the Emperor's name, Lucius Septimius S
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100AD Roman Judaea Israel Phoenicia Palestine Bronze Punch Dot Leech Bracelet
Heavy Genuine Ancient Roman(Province of Judaea) Bronze Leech-Style Bracelet With Punch Dot Design Circa 0-100 A.D. Mounted onto plaque or shadow box upon request(additional shipping charges apply) CLASSIFICATION: Roman-Judaean Bronze Bracelet. ATTRIBUTION: Eastern Roman Empire(Judaea) 1st Century A.D. SIZE/MEASUREMENTS: Outside Diameter: 75 x 71 millimeters. Inside Diameter: 68 x 63 millimeters. Band Thickness: 8 millimeters at top; 2 millimeters at bottom. Band Width: 9 millimeters at top; 3 millimeters at bottom. Weight: 56.56 grams. CONDITION: Fair. Quite substantial and well-constructed. One overlapping end of bracelet chipped off. Otherwise entirely intact and of sound integrity. Moderately heavy porosity(surface pitting caused by contact with earth while buried) Professionally conserved. DETAIL: An intact fairly well preserved. Heavy ... moreRoman bronze bracelet circa 1st century A.D. from the Province of Judaea. The style, which was also very popular in earrings, is known as a“leech” style for obvious reasons. As you can see(with some difficulty) the surface of the bracelet bears a fairly complex series of punch dot style decorative lines running parallel with the circumference on both sides of the bracelet. The bracelet is fairly large and would fit a lady of slim to medium build, or a man of very slender build, and with that caveat, is completely and eminently wearable. The bracelet was recovered unbroken and intact. As is ordinarily the case. The artifact exhibits some substantial porosity(surface pitting caused by burial in earth) Unlike so many smaller bronze artifacts which are completely destroyed by corrosion, this particular piece is still intact. However it clearly spent almost two thousand years in fairly corrosive soil conditions. You can see how corrosion/oxidation has sculpted the metal into a series of shallow scallops. The effect is not unappealing– it looks quite a bit like the nugget style bracelets which were so wildly popular in the USA in the 1960’s and 1970’s. Despite the
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Xenon Trefoil Oinochoe - Ancient Greek Apulian Antiquities from Southern Italy
Click HERE for our other AUCTIONS Ancient Greek Trefoil Oinochoe- Apulian Antiquities Click on the thumbnails to view enlargements Nice little ancient Greek pottery miniature trefoil oinochoe from the Greek colony of Apulia in Southern Italy. This style of pottery is known as Xenon and is characterized by the orange and reddish pigment on a blackware base. This piece measure 3 inches in height and is intact said for some mineral deposits. Dates to circa 375-350 B.C. Provenance: Private German collection. Custom listed using TROCADERO's automated HTML and Picture Hosting tools.
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Time Life Great Ages of Man Imperial Rome Superb Pix
Time-Life Great Ages of Man Series– Imperial Rome. CONDITION: Excellent. PLEASE SEE IMAGES BELOW FOR JACKET DESCRIPTION(S) AND FOR PAGES OF PICTURES FROM INSIDE OF BOOK. DESCRIPTION: Hardcover: 190 pages. Publisher: Time-Life Books Inc. 1967) The“Great Ages of Man” series was released in the mid-1960’s. Each volume undertakes to describe the major events that happened in one specific time period(or“age” in the development of mankind’s civilization(s) The volumes are richly illustrated. And designed as an introduction to the time frame covered. Especially compelling are the artists interpretations or recreations of what various ancient civilizations would have looked like– their architecture, homes, monuments, cities, daily life, jewelry, food, family life, dwellings, occupations, etc. As just one instance, the ruins of Babylon and Ur, Athens ... moreand Rome hint at the incredible richness of those fabled cities. The artist’s recreations in this series are simply mind-numbing. This is as close as you can be to actually having been there. Equally noteworthy are the photographic collections of artifacts and relics attributed to the specific age, really exceptional. The entire series is truly a magnificent introduction to the history of the era. If you could have just one book(or series of books) to introduce the history of humankind. This would have to be it. The overviews are concise and well-written. Together with the illustration and pictures they impart a wonderful mental and emotional“picture” of what life must have been like in various civilizations and at various times. Done in a style so wonderfully characteristic of Time-Life’s publications, these are over-sized“coffee table” type books full of impressive imagery. The pictures of the world’s greatest art and architecture alone are worth the cost of these books. But don’t get the impression that these volumes are“fluff” While a particular volume might not quite take the place as a university degree, the material is well-written, informative, and imm
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Washington National Gallery Color Medieval Renaissance D'Vinci Rembrandt Vermeer
National Gallery: WASHINGTON. DESCRIPTION: Hardback with Dust Jacket: 171 pages. Publisher: Newsweek/Great Museums of the World; 1968) The National Gallery. Youngest of the world’s museums, is the possessor of incomparable treasures. From its nucleus, the twenty-one stupendous masterpieces once owned by Catherine the Great of Russia(acquired through intermediaries from the Hermitage by Andrew Mellon) it has grown to encompass the centuries from the thirteenth to the present. By its very splendor, it has attracted even greater gifts, including the Widener and Kress collections, and the glories of French Impressionism presented by Chester Dale. Now within these pages the readers. Like the visitor entering the Gallery’s classical porticoes and great rotunda, will find themselves on a guided tour of the collections, arranged as in the museum ... moreitself. Here the reader will find the while range, from the great Hermitage treasures to the haunting beauty of the portrait of Ginevra de’ Benci(precursor to the Mona Lisa) the only Leonardo in the Western Hemisphere. Included are the germinal masterpieces of Flanders. Germany, Holland, and Spain; portraits by Cranach, Durer, Holbein. The splendid artifice of Rubens and Van Dyck. The supremely human art of Rembrandt, and those luminous miracles, the interiors of Vermeer. After these marvels, a panorama of French painting to be seen in a few museums outside of France, here is the Classicism of Poussin and Claude; the naturalism of Le Nain and Chardin; the marvelous Watteua“Italian Comedians” with its Rococo composition and pervasive melancholy. And on to Ingres, Delacroix, Courbet; to Renoir, all light, color, and air; to Manet, whose revolutionary“Gare Saint-Lazare” is shown in a beautiful double-spread; to Degas, Monet, Cezanne, Matisse, Gauguin. National Gallery Washington is part of an extraordinary series of art books presenting. As if on guided tour, the“Great Museums of the World” Produced by Newsweek, each presents the museum’s most important and memorable work
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Antique HC 1930 Economic Life Ancient World Hunt Fish Farm Industry Trade Colony
The Economic Life of the Ancient World by Jules Toutain. DESCRIPTION: Hardcover: 361 pages. Publisher: Kegan Paul. Trench, Trubner& Co. Ltd; 1930) This is considered the premier publication in its field. The benchmark against which all latter books were measured against. Evidently this classic has withstood the test of time well, and the more recent publications found wanting in comparison, as Routledge republished this work has recently as 1997(the present price on Amazon is over $400) This is the 1930 edition published simultaneously in New York and London. Why would you pay over $400.00 when you could have the same book in a classic, antique format for $79.99? CONDITION: Modest edge and corner shelfwear to covers. Particularly to spine head and heel where fabric is just starting to fray. However the covers are otherwise clean and unstained. ... moreInside is surprisingly nice, with the pages clean, crisp, unmutilated, relatively well bound, and unmarked EXCEPT for the original owner's name neatly written in ink on the front end paper(the first blank page in the book) Also, the top surface of the closed page edges shows just a smidge of dust dinge(visible only when book is closed, not to individual pages, only to the mass of closed page edges) This is considered the premier publication in its field, the benchmark against which all latter books were measured against. Evidently this classic has withstood the test of time well, and the more recent publications found wanting in comparison, as Routledge republished this work has recently as 1997(list price is $320.00) A solid, clean copy with only minor blemishes, I'd rate it a VG minus(though considering its age, it is nonetheless in remarkably good condition. Satisfaction unconditionally guaranteed. In stock, ready to ship. PLEASE SEE IMAGES BELOW FOR JACKET DESCRIPTION(S) AND FOR PAGES OF PICTURES FROM INSIDE OF BOOK. Contents include: Forward: Economic Development: Methods and Factors(by Henri Berr) Introduction: Definition of Economic Life. It’s Histo
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NEW Renaissance Venice Convent Nuns “Virgins of Venice” Illicit Lovers Politics
Virgins of Venice: Broken Vows and Cloistered Lives in the Renaissance Convent by Mary Laven. DESCRIPTION: Hardback with Dust Jacket: 282 pages. Publisher: Viking; 2003) Venice in the late Renaissance was a city of fabulous wealth. Reckless creativity, and growing social unrest as its maritime empire crumbled. It was also a city of walls and secrets, ghettos and cloisters- including fifty convents housing three thousand nuns, many of them refined, upper-class women who had been immured against their will. In this utterly fascinating book. Cambridge historian Mary Laven uncovers the long-hidden stories of the"Virgins of Venice" and the secret, and often surprising, lives they led. Sifting through records kept during the Counter-Reformation. Laven has created a detailed and dramatic tapestry of resourceful, determined, often passionate ... morewomen who managed to lead fulfilling lives despite their virtual imprisonment. Far from being precincts of piety and silence, the convents of Venice were hotbeds of political scheming, colorful pageantry, gorgeous decoration, and illicit love affairs. One nun was so determined to sleep with her lover that she painstakingly chipped a hole in a stone wall so he could climb through under cover of night. Another expressed her individuality through obsessive gift giving while keeping records of the dangerous flirtations going on around her. Still others exercised considerable clandestine power in the dangerous game of Venetian politics. Rich in intrigue and gossip. Eye opening in its historic revelations, and written with drama and compassion. Virgins of Venice” brings to life a culturally vibrant period in Venice and the hidden residents who dwelled behind its walls. CONDITION: New. Never read. PLEASE SEE IMAGES BELOW FOR SAMPLE PAGES FROM INSIDE OF BOOK. PLEASE SEE PUBLISHER. PROFESSIONAL, AND READER REVIEWS BELOW. PUBLISHER REVIEW: REVIEW: Ancient and isolated. The twenty Orthodox monasteries on the Greek peninsula of Mount Athos do not make the headlines often, but the curre
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Art of Classical Greece Etruscan Villanovan Pottery Jewelry Tomb Paintings 95pix
The Art of Classical Greece and the Etruscans. Edited by Francesco Abbate, Translated by Enid Gordon. DESCRIPTION: Hardback with Dust Jacket: 158 pages. Publisher: Octopus Books; 1972) The penetrative and diffusive power of Greek art. Unequaled by any other civilization of ancient times, has continued to exert its influence on world culture after two thousand years. Illustrated with 95 full color pictures, this book covers the golden age of Pericles, symbolized by the classical perfection of the Parthenon, Phidias’s noble, idealistic representations of gods and men, the magnificent figure-sculptures of the Rhodian School, the development of portrait painting, and more besides. Also discussed is the influence of Greek tradition on the Italian peninsula, illustrated with beautiful Villanovan pottery and jewelry, and superb and famous Etruscan ... moretomb paintings. CONDITION: Shelf wear to Dust Jacket. Otherwise clean pages and in Very Good condition. PLEASE SEE IMAGES BELOW FOR SAMPLE PAGES FROM INSIDE OF BOOK. PLEASE SEE PUBLISHER. PROFESSIONAL, AND READER REVIEWS BELOW. PUBLISHER REVIEW: REVIEW: The Etruscan civilization is the name given today to the culture and way of life of people of ancient Italy whom ancient Romans called Etrusci or Tusci. The ancient Greeks' word for them was Tyrrhenoi. Or Tyrrsenoi. The Etruscans themselves used the term Rasenna, which was syncopated to Rasna or Ra?na. As distinguished by its own language, the civilization endured from an unknown prehistoric time prior to the foundation of Rome until its complete assimilation to Italic Rome in the Roman Republic. Numerous artifacts of Etruscan culture survived the Roman conquest. At its maximum extent during the foundation period of Rome and the Roman kingdom. It flourished in three confederacies: of Etruria, of the Po valley and Latium and of Campania. Rome was sited in Etruscan territory. There is considerable evidence that early Rome was dominated by Etruscans until the Romans sacked Veii in 396 BC. Culture that is identifiably and certa
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NEW "Cruelty & Civilization" Roman Games Coliseum Gladiator Circus Chariot Races
Cruelty and Civilization: The Roman Games by Roland Auguet. DESCRIPTION: Published at $39.99] Hardback with Dust Jacket: 222 pages. Publisher: Barnes& Noble; 1998) The great spectacles of Ancient Rome were not merely casual entertainment. A matter of choice for the audience, like the modern theatre. Under the Empire the games had become a public opiate and they ended by giving the daily life of Rome its rhythm and luster. From one year to the next, the Roman citizens lived in anticipation of the games; they provided excitement and helped the citizens forget the mediocrity of their own condition and their lack of political power. In the course of endless festivals, the most minutely organized productions were staged at vast expense, and Rome developed its own cult of the'star' This cult was not the product of naive popular imagery: ... moreidols and outcasts at the same time, yet doomed to a bloody death, the champions of the arena were the instruments of collective pleasure. Roland Auguet has not restricted himself to the detailed reconstruction of these spectacles; he has also analyzed the emotions of the crowd and the motives of the rulers. He explains why the games were so important in the life of the city and what the popularity of these spectacles, this strange combination of“Cruelty and Civilization” reveals about the mentality of the citizens of Rome. The book also includes twenty-four illustrations that capture the pomp and drama of the Roman games. CONDITION: New and unread. Slight edge wear and scuffing to dust jacket consistent with open-shelf book store stock. PLEASE SEE IMAGES BELOW FOR JACKET DESCRIPTION(S) AND FOR PAGES OF PICTURES FROM INSIDE OF BOOK. PLEASE SEE PUBLISHER. PROFESSIONAL, AND READER REVIEWS BELOW. PUBLISHER REVIEW: REVIEW: Cruelty and Civilization” offers an in-depth look at the Roman games as a force vital to the functioning of the empire. Gladiatorial combats. Chariot races and other spectacles were a kind of public opiate for the citizens of Ancient Rome, giving rhythm and ex
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NEW Rome & the Barbarians 100BC-400AD Celt Cimbri Teutones Pannonians Goths Huns
Rome and the Barbarians. 100 B.C. A.D. 400 by Thomas S. Burns. DESCRIPTION: Published at $61.00] Hardback with Dust Jacket: 461 pages. Publisher: The John Hopkins University Press; 2003) The barbarians of antiquity. Long fixed in Western imaginations as the savages who sacked and destroyed Rome, now emerge in this colorful, richly textured history as a much more complex- and far more interesting- factor in the expansion, and eventual unmaking, of the Roman Empire. Thomas S. Burns marshals an abundance of archeological and literary evidence, as well as three decades of study and experience, to bring forth a perceptive and wide-ranging account of the relations between Romans and non-Romans along the frontiers of Western Europe from the last years of the Republic into late antiquity. Surveying a 500-year time span. Beginning with early encounters ... morebetween barbarians and Romans around 100 B.C. and ending with the spread of barbarian settlement within the western Empire around A.D. 400, Burns removes the barbarians from their former narrow niche as invaders and conquerors and places them in the broader context of neighbors, sometimes bitter) friends, and ultimately settlers and prospective Romans, themselves. This nuanced history shows how Rome's relations with the barbarians- and vice versa- slowly but inexorably evolved from general ignorance. Hostility, and suspicion toward tolerance, synergy, and integration. What he describes is, in fact, a drawn-out period of acculturation, characterized more by continuity than by change and conflict, leading to the creation of a new Romano-barbarian hybrid society and culture that anticipated the values and traditions of medieval civilization. CONDITION: New. Never read. PLEASE SEE IMAGES BELOW FOR SAMPLE PAGES FROM INSIDE OF BOOK. PLEASE SEE PUBLISHER. PROFESSIONAL, AND READER REVIEWS BELOW. PUBLISHER REVIEW: REVIEW: Thomas S. Burns is Samuel Candler Dobbs Professor of History at Emory University. His many books include“The Ostrogoths: Kingship and Society” 1980)
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Teaching Co. Ancient Mediterranean University DVD Course Greek Roman Hellenic
The Teaching Company 18 hour/6 DVD/36 Lesson University Level Course“Greece and Rome: An Integrated History of the Ancient Mediterranean” Originally $374.99! Includes Course Outline Book and Three Clamshell Cases. DESCRIPTION: Thirty-Six award-winning university level lessons on six DVD’s in absolutely“like new” condition(I played them ONCE. Honestly…only once) contained within three original clamshell cases and accompanied by a 188 page course outline book(entirely unread) This is NOT dealer inventory, this is from my own personal collection. The Teaching Company was founded in 1990 by Thomas M. Rollins. Former Chief Counsel of the United States Senate Committee on Labor and Human Resources. After many years of government service, Rollins founded The Teaching Company in 1990 to ignite people's passion for lifelong learning by offering ... moregreat courses taught by great professors. The Teaching Company brings engaging professors into your home or car through courses on DVD, audio CD, and other formats. Since 1990, great teachers from the Ivy League, Stanford, Georgetown, and other leading colleges and universities have crafted 175 courses for lifelong learners. They provide the adventure of learning, without the homework or exams. DETAILED COURSE DESCRIPTION: 1. Who Were the Greeks? Who Were the Romans? 2. Trade and Travel in the Mediterranean, 3. Democratic or Republican, 4. Law and Order, 5. Less than Fully Human, 6. Close Encounters. 750–272 B.C. 7. The Velvet Glove. 272–190 B.C. 8. How the Two Polytheisms(Almost) Merged, 9. The Iron Fist. 190–146 B.C. 10. The Last Hellenistic Dynasts. 146–31 B.C. 11. Why the Greeks Lost. Why the Romans Won 12. Philhellenism and Hellenophobia, 13. The Two Languages, 14. Leisure and Entertainment, 15. Sex and Sexuality, 16. Death and the Afterlife, 17. From Mystery Religion to Ruler Cult, 18. Greek Cities under Roman Rule, 19. Greeks in Rome. Romans in Greece, 20. The Hellenism of Augustus 21. Art. Looting, and Reproductions, 22. Architecture. Sa
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MASSIVE Rome History Social Army Military Art Entertainment Daily Life 100s Pix
Ancient Rome: History of a Civilization that Ruled the World by Anna Maria Liberati and Fabio Bourbon. DESCRIPTION: Hardback with Dust Jacket: 292 pages. Publisher: Metro Books; 2002) Perhaps no other civilization has sparked as much interest as the great empire of Ancient Rome. The legacy of its architecture. Politics, culture, and art has survived throughout the centuries and even in today's technological world continues to exert an irresistible appeal. Ancient Rome” is a magnificent volume that traces the dramatic history of the Roman Empire, paying particular attention to the rise and fall and its lasting social, cultural, military, and political influence. From great feats and everyday customs, to works of art and household objects, this comprehensive account offers a fascinating insight into the highly complex and sophisticated ... moresociety that once ruled the world. Authoritative text by Anna Maria Liberati and Fabio Bourbon analyzes the development of the Roman Empire by examining all aspects of the Eternal City including the economic. Legal, and military system of the conquered regions; the organization of the most powerful army in the ancient world; the town-planning problems and successes; the construction systems used to erect the great Roman public monuments; and even the smallest curiosities of everyday life. The impressive pictorial documentation of“Ancient Rome” includes hundreds of full-color images, many of them never before published. Detailed maps, cross-sections, plans, and large reconstruction plates provide fascinating documentary support and present an engaging approach to discovering the world of Ancient Rome and to understanding the origins of Western society as we know it. CONDITION: New/unread BUT NOT unblemished hardcover w/dustjacket(292 pages) Metro Books(2000) ISBN#1586637673. Pages are pristine; clean. Crisp, unmarked, tightly bound, unambiguously unread. HOWEVER as is common with huge, oversized, heavy books displayed in an open-shelf book store, the book does exhibit substan
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NEW Ancient Roman Civilization Daily Life Law Literature Art Science Technology
The Romans: An Introduction to Their History and Civilization by Karl Christ. Translated from the German by Christopher Holme. DESCRIPTION: Softcover: 294 pages. Publisher: University of California; 1985) Roman civilization is one of the bases of the modern world. The extraordinary achievements of Rome- political. Military, cultural- and its dramatic, thousand-year history, during which it grew to dominate the whole world of classical antiquity before being overwhelmed in its turn, have been continuously studied and variously interpreted ever since. Rome has been commended for its administration, praised for its system of justice, admired for its arts and technology, extolled for its"virtues, such as love, freedom, independence, discipline, courage, and austerity. It has also been condemned for its aggression, its exploitation of slaves, ... moreits excesses, and the decadence that led to its decline. But such was Rome's impact, and so remarkable was the empire it built, that its influence has never ceased to be felt. Whether as a model of political power. Of moral behavior, or of social control, Rome, with its splendors and triumphs, its failings and disasters, is an inexhaustible quarry for the lessons that its history offers and the legacies that it has bequeathed. Karl Christ conveys the essence of this vital Roman tradition with a coherence and compact precision that few scholars, if any, have been able to achieve. Following the main chronological developments of Roman history, he combines the necessary minimum of political and military narrative with lucid social and economic analysis, separate chapters on Roman ways of life and law, and wide-ranging coverage of literature, art, science, technology, and religion. With maps and photographs as well as a specially prepared bibliography for further reading, The Romans" is the most up-to-date, authoritative and comprehensive single-volume introduction to the history and civilization of Ancient Rome. CONDITION: Unblemished except slight edge/corner shelf we
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AD300 Roman Pannonia (Hungary) Bronze Ring Sz9¼ Antique 19thC 8ct Carnelian Gem
Very Elegant Size 9 1/4 Genuine Ancient Roman Bronze Ring 300 A.D. CLASSIFICATION: Ancient Roman Bronze Ring. Antique Handcrafted Nineteenth Century Orange Carnelian Semi-Precious Gemstone. ATTRIBUTION: Eastern Roman Empire(Provincial Pannonia– present-day Hungary) Third or Fourth Century A.D. SIZE/MEASUREMENTS: Fits ring size 9 1/4(U.S. Diameter: 22mm* 21mm(outer dimensions excluding gemstone) 20mm* 19mm(inner diameter) Bezel: 16mm(breadth) 12mm(height) Excluding gemstone. Gemstone: 18mm(breadth) 13mm(height) 4mm(thickness) 8.15 carats(approximate weight) Tapered Width Band: 13mm(at bezel) 2 1/2mm(at sides) 2mm(at back) Weight: 3.65 grams(without gemstone) CONDITION: Excellent! Completely intact. Moderate to moderately-heavy wear consistent with frequent usage, modest porosity(surface pitting caused by contact with earth while buried) Professionally ... moreconserved. DETAIL: A nicely styled Roman bronze ring of a simple“solitaire” design. With a raised, six-sided platform bezel, of a bold size and character, which originally held a gemstone. The ring was not actually recovered with the gemstone intact, however usually this style of bronze ring was set either with a glass gemstone(glass was quite costly) or with some form of quartz crystal; i.e. clear quartz, orange quartz(carnelian” or purple quartz(amethyst” The ring is of heavy and durable one-piece construction, much like a contemporary ring. The more archaic rings produced by Roman artisans were characteristically made in two pieces; an incomplete ring(a“shank” with a separately crafted bezel which was brazed to the shank in order to assemble the ring. It is quite likely that the ring was worn most of a lifetime. As it would take most of a life time to wear down the raised platform bezel to the extent evidenced. 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 betwe
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100AD XLg Genuine Ancient Roman Antiochia Syria Glass Vial Perfume Oil Unguent
Genuine Ancient Roman Iridescent Blown Glass Vial. CLASSIFICATION: Ancient Roman Blown Glass Vial. ATTRIBUTION: Eastern Roman Empire(Syria) 1st Century A.D. SIZE/MEASUREMENTS: Height: 80 millimeters(3 1/4 inches) Bowl Diameter: 11 millimeters(1/2 inch) Neck Diameter: 8 millimeters(1/3 inch) Top Lip Diameter: 16 millimeters(2/3 inch) Weight: 5.99 grams. CONDITION: Very good. Complete but likely repaired(professionally, probably by a conservator) Fairly uncommon style. Minor scratches and scuffs consistent with use and then burial in soil. Heavy layer of iridescence and soil deposits caused by prolonged burial in soil) DETAIL: This is a very handsome first century A.D. Roman blown glass vial of reasonably nice dimensions. Most Roman glass vessels recovered complete(intact or repairable) are between 1 ½ and 3 inches in size. This specimen ... moreis over 3 inches tall! It possesses a heavy(albeit patchy) iridescent burial patina which is silver in color with plays of green. Blue, pink and purple. Though you can see some of the original green-colored glass peeking out, the silver iridescent covering is quite striking, very beautiful, and relatively uncommon. These small jars, pitchers, unguentariums, jugs, bottles, jars and flasks were used to contain aromatic oils, perfumes, medicinal ointments, and cosmetics. It is not to say that the Romans did not use larger pieces of glass on their tables such as bowls and cups; and even larger containers for transporting foodstuffs; because they did. In fact whatever the Romans had produced in clay in the first and second centuries B.C. was by the first and second centuries A.D. more commonly produced in glass. However the larger pieces of glass are rarely found intact. The Romans for instance produced fluted. Engraved, multi-tiered, and cut glass bowls of fantastic quality and design– and only a few intact specimens have ever been recovered intact. In fact even the medium-sized pieces such as this, and even smaller sized pieces are rarely recovered intact except
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Antique 18thC 2ct Blue Sapphire Celt Roman Greek Magic
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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Antique 19thC ½ct Sapphire Ancient Etruscan Talisman
One Gorgeously Colored Handcrafted Antique Genuine Natural Faceted One-Half Carat Neon Rose-Red(Orange) Sapphire Oval Cut Precious Gemstone from Russia. CLASSIFICATION: Oval Cut Faceted Neon Rose Red Sapphire. ORIGIN: Southern Ural Mountains(Siberia. Russia) 19th Century. SIZE: Length: 6mm. Width: 4mm. Depth(Thickness) 2mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: Approximately 0.51 carats. NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstones as a ring. Pendant, or as earrings(click for more information) DETAIL: The oldest sapphire jewelry unearthed by archaeologists has been of Etruscan origin. About sixth century B.C. The Greeks and Romans are known to have worn sapphires from Ceylon, as described by writers from those times. In the world of the ancient Mediterranean(including the Greeks, Romans, Persians, Hebrews, and the various Indo-European Celtic ... moretribes) priests and sorcerers honored the sapphire above all other gems, believing that sapphire enabled them to interpret oracles and foretell the future. Here's a gorgeous, vibrantly colored natural red rose 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 absolutely magnificent- a bright, almost neon red with rose-orange undertones. The color is popularly known as"padparadsha" red, and both the intense hue and the fiery sparkle are remarkable. The color is quite exquisite, the sparkle diamond-like in intensity. The gemstone is to the eye without blemish. That is not to say it is flawless, as in these 600% photo enlargements you can see a couple of minute blemishes. However these are not visible to the naked eye- to the eye the gemstone is indeed without discernible flaw. Red sapphires are amongst the most rare of all colored sapphires. And this particular specimen is very beautiful. This is re
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Roman Sunshine 19thC Antique Scotland 36½ct Citrine
COLOSSAL Antique Nineteenth Century Thirty-Six and One-Half Carat Genuine Natural Faceted“Baguette Cut” Orange Citrine. ORIGIN: Coastal Devonian Lava Beds. Angus, Scotland. 19th Century. SIZE: Length: 23mm. Width: 18mm. Depth: 11mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 36.42 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 an enormous, very clean, 19th century“Madeira orange” or bright cognac colored citrine which originated from the Devonian lava beds found along the coast of Angus Country, Scotland. Very popular in 18th and 19th century ... moreVictorian Scotland, citrine 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. The gemstone was crafted into a“baguette” cut. This is a very fine, richly colored cognac orange colored semi-precious citrine gemstone. As you can see from the photo enlargements here, possesses exceptional sparkle and luster, and to the unaided eye at least, free from blemishes. 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 such gemstones more desirable, possessed of greater character and uniqueness when compared to today's cookie-cutter mass-produced machine-faceted gemstones. Unlike tod
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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 3ct+ Scotland Amethyst Roman Legionnaire Amulet Gemstone
HUGE Three Carat(Plus) Antique Genuine Natural Amethyst Faceted Emerald CLASSIFICATION: Faceted Amethyst Octagon. ORIGIN: Coastal Devonian Lava Beds. Angus, Scotland. 19th Century. SIZE: Length: 10mm. Width: 8mm. Depth: 6mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 3.35 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 emerald-cut amethyst 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. This is a very fine pale lavender colored semi-precious gemstone. 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. 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 serious collectors consider such gemsto
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Antique 19thC 4½ct Siberia Tourmaline Ancient Roman Gem
Exquisite Antique Genuine Natural Russian Four and Two-Third Carat Regal. Bright Forest Green“Chrome” Tourmaline Faceted Oval. CLASSIFICATION: Chrome Tourmaline Faceted Oval. ORIGIN: Ural Mountains of Russia. 19th Century. SIZE: Length: 10mm. Width: 9mm. Depth: 7mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 4.65 carats. NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstone as a ring. Pendant, or into earrings. NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstones as a ring. Pendant, or as earrings(click for more information) DETAIL: 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. The name“tourmaline” came from the Celanese word"turmali, which means"mixed" Bright rainbow collections of gemstone varieties were ... morecalled"turmali" parcels. Here's an exquisitely colored antique faceted chrome tourmaline oval from the Ural Mountains of Russia. Though the country best known for green tourmaline is Tanzania(and to a lesser 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. This particular gemstone was hand cut and faceted by a 19th century Russian artisan for use in Russian jewelry. Land of the fabled jewelry of the Czars, Russia was renown 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 gemstone its striking green color. This is an absolutely gorgeous. Natural, richly toned, almost velvety, bright forest green chrome tourmaline. It is uncommon to find such
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18thC Antique 1½ct+ Tourmaline Ancient Roman Greek Gemstone Cabochon
Antique Eighteenth Century Genuine Natural Russian One and Two-Third Quarter Carat Cognac Amber Colored Oval Cut Tourmaline Cabochon. CLASSIFICATION: Tourmaline Oval Cabochon. ORIGIN: The Ural Mountains. Russia. 18th Century. SIZE: Length: 8mm. Width: 6mm. Depth: 3 1/2mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 1.61 carats. NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstones as a ring. Pendant, or as earrings(click for more information) DETAIL: 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. 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, ... morewhich 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. Here’s a beautiful, richly textured dark“cognac amber” colored tourmaline gemstone from Siberia, the Ural Mountains of Russia. Richly hued, this gemstone was hand crafted and finished 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. Though by contemporary standards it would not be considered a high-quality gemstone, by eighteenth century standards it is a very nice gemstone, quite typical of antique, handcrafted Siberian tourmaline of the era. Despite its shortcomings, it is nonetheless very beautiful. The gemstone is clearly not even remotely near flawless. It possesses quite a lot of seamed colorless crystalline material scattered through the gemstone. These crystalline blemishes are not obnoxious. But of course if you hold the gemstone close to your eye and examine it intently, or certainly i
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Antique 19thC 1ct Sapphire Medieval Ecclesiastical Gem Healing Amulet 14kt Gold
Antique Nineteenth Century Handcrafted Genuine Natural Russian One Carat(Plus) Faceted Tanzanite Blue Sapphire Oval. Mounted into high quality 14kt solid gold(not cheap gold electroplate or gold fill) with three natural handcrafted white zircon semi-precious gemstones. ORIGIN: The Ural Mountains. Russia. 19th Century. Chain and pendant setting contemporary. SIZE: Length: 6mm. Width: 4mm. Depth(Thickness) 4mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 1.06 carats. NOTE: 14kt solid gold pendant; and 14kt gold fill and solid 14kt gold chains in lengths from 18 to 24 inches are available upon request. Default chain is gold electroplate 24 inch chain(included free) 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 ... moreprice by the cost of the setting. DETAIL: In the medieval world sapphire was also held to be a symbol of truth and constancy. And in the 12th century, the Bishop of Rennes praised the blue of the sapphire as representing heaven, and initiated its use in ecclesiastical rings and other ecclesiastical jewelry. Medieval European populations believed wearing a sapphire suppressed negative thoughts, and possessed curative powers over natural ailments. Sapphires were also used as medicine for treatment of eye diseases and as an antidote for poison. Here’s a gorgeous, exquisitely colored tanzanite blue sapphire precious gemstone from the Ural Mountains of 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 result of the artisan’s efforts was an exquisite and incredibly brilliantly colored precious gemstone with lots of fire and sparkle. It’s color is a quite exquisite“tanzanite” blue, perhaps described as a cornflower blue with purple undertones, sometimes referred to as“periwinkle blue” If y
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36ct Handcrafted Polish Amethyst Roman Warrior Amulet
Thirty-Six Carat! Russian Handcrafted Checkerboard Faceted Oval Cut Polish Green Amethyst Semi-Precious Gemstone. GEMSTONE ORIGIN: Poland. Handcrafted in or near Yekaterinburg(Siberia) Russia SIZE: Length: 23mm. Width: 21mm. Depth: 14mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 35.99 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, and Celts believed that amethyst would protect against becoming intoxicated, and would protect soldiers from harm 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 Russian artisan, part of a centuries-long heritage renown for the production ... moreof 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. Beautifully 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 with brilliant sparkles. Though green amethyst occurs naturally, it tends to be just a bit lighter in shade than this specimen, so I suspect that it’s likely(though not certain) that it was heat-treated. Under magnification the gemstone shows the unmistakable characteristics of having been hand crafted. The coarseness of the handcrafted finish is considered appealing to most gemstone collectors, and is not considered a detriment, or to detract from the value of a gemstone. Of course these characteristics are not only expected of hand-finished gemstones. Most serious collectors consider such gemstones mor
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Antique 19thC 6ct Sapphire Ancient Greek Roman Sorcery
A Sensational Antique Genuine Natural Siberian Six Carat Handsomely Hued Purple Sapphire Briolette Hand Cut and Faceted Precious Gemstone. CLASSIFICATION: Hand Faceted Purple Sapphire Briolette. ORIGIN: Ural Mountains. Siberia, Russia. 19th Century. SIZE: Approximate Length: 12mm. Approximate Diameter: 7 1/2mm. WEIGHT: Approximately 6.04 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 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. ... moreHere's a gorgeous, sparkling, handsomely colored purple sapphire produced from the fabulous Ural Mountains of Russia. This particular gemstone was hand cut and faceted into a briolette teardrop, an old fashioned cut reflecting its heritage. 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. The color is absolutely incredible, a sparkling, handsome pastel tanzanite purple with undertones of steel gray. And this incredible gemstone possesses dazzling flash and brilliance! It is really a phenomenal gemstone, guaranteed to make some extremely excited. The rich hue imparts exceptional character and great visual appeal. This is obviously not a flawless specimen. Though the gemstone is absolutely transparent(not cloudy) You can see there is a generous sprinkling of colorless crystalline material which when photo enlarged five or ten times almost look like the tiny carbonation bubbles in fine champagne. These minute specks of colorless crystalline material are quite common to both sapphires and rubies the size of this colossal specime
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Antique 19thC 2¾ct Sapphire Ancient Celtic Roman Magick
Sparkling. Exquisite Antique Genuine Natural Russian Two and Three-Quarter Carat Faceted Pastel Periwinkle Blue-Violet(Tanzanite Color) Sapphire. CLASSIFICATION: Faceted Blue-Violet Sapphire with Slight Color Change. ORIGIN: The Ural Mountains. Russia. 19th Century. SIZE: Length: 9mm. Width: 7mm. Depth: 4mm. All measurements approximate WEIGHT: Approximately 2.76 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, 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 ... moreto the gemstone date back to about 800 B.C. Here's a gorgeous, delicately colored natural pastel periwinkle blue sapphire precious gemstone from the Ural Mountains of Russia. The color is somewhere between pastel blue and pastel violet, very close to the periwinkle blue of a pastel colored tanzanite. The rose blush you see in these images is not discernible under normal light. But when exposed to a very bright, white light source such as bright sunshine or a camera flash/scanner light tube, it does change color, the hue shifting toward pink or rose. 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. The result is an exquisite and incredibly beautifully colored precious gemstone with lots of fire and sparkle. Originally used in indigenous jewelry, this is an exquisitely colored, good quality precious gemstone. It's a real sparkler, and both blue and purple sapphire are definitely much in demand. This is obviously not a flawless specimen. Though the gemstone is absolutely transparent(not cloudy) There are a few very small
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Antique 19thC 9¼ct Sapphire Ancient Rome Persia Sorcery Sterling Pendant
Antique Genuine Natural Russian Nine and One-Quarter Carat Faceted Dark Blue Sapphire Pear. Mounted into high quality solid sterling silver pendant(not cheap silver plated) CLASSIFICATION: Faceted Dark Blue Sapphire Pear. ORIGIN: The Ural Mountains. Russia. 19th Century. Chain and pendant setting contemporary. SIZE: Length: 15mm. Width: 13mm. Depth: 5mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 9.21 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 without the setting. ... moreJust 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, 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 very large, gorgeous, richly colored natural dark blue sapphire precious gemstone from the Ural Mountains of Russia. The gemstone was hand crafted into a very handsome faceted pear. The result is an exquisite and incredibly richly colored precious gemstone. It is a few shades lighter than the inky"midnight blue" African or Australian sapphires, but given its large size(the thicker the gemstone the less light penetrates) the color is well past the medium blue of sapphires from Ceylon and Burma. Good quality blue sapphires are in high demand, and can be quite costly. Unfortunately most seemingly flawless. Transparent, bright blue colored"sapphires"
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Antique 19thC 2/3ct Emerald Nero Ancient Rome Favorite
Exceptionally Good Quality Nineteenth Century Antique Hand Crafted Genuine Natural Siberian Two-Third Carat Faceted Emerald Pear. CLASSIFICATION: Faceted Emerald Pear. ORIGIN: The Ural Mountains(Siberia) Russia. 19th Century. SIZE: Length: 8mm. Width: 4mm. Depth: 3mm. All measurements approximate WEIGHT: 0.61 carats. NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstones as a ring. Pendant, or as earrings(click for more information) 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 produced emerald since 2,000 B.C. 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 ... moremines. Here's a very nice, eye clean, 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 pear 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, rich"grass green" color possessed by the best quality emeralds. It could pass as a Colombian emerald given the rich, dark hue. To the eye the gemstone is a very rich grass green. And is absolutely transparent. To the casual admirer, it is also unblemished. If you scrutinize the gemstone very closely, you can just barely pick out one little speck if you know precisely where to look. Though it is quite possible to pick out a few more blemishes using a 5x jeweler's loupe, to all but the most meticulous and
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100AD Genuine Ancient Oil Lamp Roman Moesia “Evil Eye” Decorated “N” Trademark
Genuine. Handsome, Evil Eye” Decorated Ancient Terra Cotta Oil Lamp about 100 A.D. Roman Provincial Moesia(Bulgaria) Trademarked beneath with the Roman letter“N” CLASSIFICATION: Roman Provincial Moesia Decorated Terra Cotta Oil Lamp. ATTRIBUTION: Roman Provincial Moesia. First Century A.D. SIZE/MEASUREMENTS: Length: 76 millimeters(3 inches) Width: 67 millimeters(2 3/4 inches) Height: 27 millimeters(1 1/8 inches) CONDITION: Good integrity. All original with no repairs. Some very hard and stubborn alkaline soil deposits inside of bowl. Moderate wear around fill hole consistent with use in the ancient world. DETAIL: This is a well preserved terracotta oil lamp dated to the first century A.D. Its origin is Roman Provincial Moseia. Present-day Bulgaria. The top surface of the oil lamp portrays an impressed braided pattern around the rim of the ... morefill hole, a little indistinct, but basically a geometric pattern which seems to have been a chain of alternating rectangles and concentric circles. As such, the concentric circles on the lamp would have served as protection for the household from the influences of the"evil eye" Ancient pagan beliefs encompassed the idea that a glance from a powerful and evil individual could bring about adverse consequences. Thus some sort of protection against such an event was considered by many imperative. The concentric circle design. Affording protection to the wearer from the"evil eye" was increasing adopted by and associated with those of the ancient Christian faith. So much so that even though the symbolism of the concentric circles arose from more ancient times, by the 3rd century A.D. concentric circles were increasingly associated with and regarded as being exclusively an expression of Christianity. It seems unlikely however that this oil lamp was intended to make any statement of Christianity, as this specific portrayal of the"evil eye" theme is quite pagan in character, and it would not be for a few centuries until this symbol eventually came to be tho
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Antique Carnelian Sterling Hooks Ancient Rome's #1 Gem Earrings
Genuine. Natural, Antique Indian Semi-Precious Orange Carnelian Gemstone Chips on Sterling Silver French Hooks. Handcrafted antique gemstone chips. About ten carats on each hook, mounted onto high quality solid sterling silver french hooks. DETAIL: Along with turquoise and lapis lazuli. Red-orange carnelian was one of the most popular and valued gemstones of the ancient world. From Mesopotamia, through Persia and Greece, and into Rome carnelian was widely used to produce engraved gemstones and seals. Many of the intaglio carnelian rings and signets produced by ancient Roman and Greek craftsmen and still in existence today. The fabled land of India has been famous for centuries for its production of rubies, emeralds, sapphires, topaz, aquamarine, and other precious and semi-precious gemstones. The gemstones were not only mined in India, they ... morewere most frequently hand cut as well, more often than not in Bombay. These gorgeous orange carnelian earrings are composed of the chips which are the by-product of the cutting and faceting larger carnelian gemstones by artisans in Bombay's famous gemstone district. This is genuine carnelian quartz crystal, not mere glass, the same carnelian favored by the ancient Romans, Greeks, Phoenicians, Sumerians, and so many other ancient cultures. For over 6,000 years, through the ancient civilizations of ancient Sumeria and Babylon, through ancient Greece, the Roman Empire, and into contemporary times, the rich orange glow of carnelian has made it one of the most popular natural gemstones in the history of jewelry. Carnelian was one of the most favored gemstones of the ancient Egyptian Pharaohs. There are about fifteen of these gemstone chips. Hand drilled, very rich in both hue and texture. The gemstones are antique- which means they are not of the absolutely highest quality. For most, the unique nature and character of these antique gemstones more than makes up for the imperfections which by and large are only visible under magnification. However the chips were tumbled so as to
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Antique 19thC Handcrafted 1ct Sapphire Roman Sorcery 14K Gold Ring Size 7
Antique Genuine Natural Russian One-Third Carat(Plus) Faceted Bright. Royal Blue Sapphire Round. Contemporary High Quality Solid 14kt Yellow Gold Ring(Size 7– Resizing Available) CLASSIFICATION: Faceted Blue Sapphire Round. ORIGIN: The Ural Mountains. Russia. 19th Century. SIZE: Diameter: 4mm. Depth: 3mm. All measurements approximate WEIGHT: Approximately 0.36 carats. NOTES: Resizing is available. 14kt solid yellow gold setting is also available. 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 ... moredate back to about 800 B.C. Here's a gorgeous, richly colored natural bright blue sapphire precious gemstone from the Ural Mountains of Russia. This gemstone was hand crafted into the sparkling faceted round you see here in the 19th century by a Russian artisan. 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 was an exquisite and incredibly richly colored precious gemstone with lots of fire and sparkle. It is brightly colored a regal medium blue. Much lighter than inky"midnight blue" African or Australian sapphires, more along the lines of the bright blue of sapphires from Ceylon and Burma. The gemstone is at a minimum eye clean, and at least to the unaided eye, is flawless. The color is very intense, very vibrant, a saturated rich bright blue. Such good quality blue sapphires are in high demand, and can be quite costly. The gemstone is to the eye, virtually flawless. Even in these photo enlargements here(300% it is impossible to discern any blemishes. This is really an exceptional precious gemstone- the color and quality both fa
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2 RARE Antique 19thC Demantoid Ancient Roman Talisman
RARE! Two Near Flawless Quality Genuine Natural 19th Century Antique Handcrafted Faceted Russian Green Demantoid Garnet Semi-Precious Gemstones. CLASSIFICATION: Faceted Green Demantoid Garnets. ORIGIN: Ural Mountains. Russia. Late 19th century. SIZE: Diameter: 2 1/2mm. Depth: 2mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 0.20 carats(the pair) NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstones as a ring. Pendant, or as earrings. DETAIL: Ancient cultures including the Celts. Greeks, Hebrews, Persians and Romans believed that a 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, 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 the twelve gemstones ... moredescribed in the Bible in Exodus 28:17-20 as adorning Aaron’s breastplate, representing the twelve tribes of ancient Israel. Here are two gorgeously colored bright green demantoid garnet semi-precious gemstones. 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. 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 gemstones have every bit the flash of diamonds, and are a hundred, even a thousand times more rare. In fact demantoid garnet is one of the rarest colored gemstones in the world, and the most highly valued garnet of all. Its dispersion and reflection indexes exceed that of a diamond, which is to say that its brilliance is greater than a diamond’s. In fact the name demantoid is derived from the Dutch word for diamond, demant” These are exceptionally nice quality specimens. The gemstones are without blemish even in a jeweler’s loupe. Remarkably rare. Demantoid garnet was initially discovered in the
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19thC Antique 2/3ct Apatite Ancient Warrior Amulet Gemstone
Antique 19th Century Genuine Natural Two-Third Carat Hand Crafted Siberian Emerald Green Apatite Semi-Precious Gemstone. CLASSIFICATION: Handcrafted Russian Apatite. ORIGIN: 19th century Kola Peninsula. Siberia, Russia. SIZE: Length: 5 1/2mm. Width: 4mm. Thickness: 4mm. Measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 0.63 carats. NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstones as a ring. Pendant, or as earrings(click for more information) DETAIL: In the ancient and medieval world apatite gemstones were worn by athletes and soldiers who believed it useful in helping improve their coordination and to strengthen muscle. And to help suppress(what else? appetite. On the other side of the spectrum, it was also worn by academics, who believed it would enhance one's insight, learning abilities and creativity, and would yield increased self-confidence. Here's ... morea very uncommon, good quality vividly hued, emerald green apatite semi-precious gemstone from the Koa Peninsula of Siberia. This particular gemstone was 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 quality are exceptional. Apatite is usually found just as small disseminated grains no larger than sand particles. Large well formed crystals whether cats eye or otherwise are rare, though enormous deposits are in the Kola Peninsula, Siberia) Russia(see) Apatite is a frequently clear gem that also comes in many colors. Including green, yellow, blue, violet, and yellow-green. The name apatite comes from the Greek word"apate" that means, to deceive" as it has frequently been confused throughout history with other valuable gems such as tourmaline, peridot and beryl. This particular specimen is exceptionally nice. There are of course a few faint, tiny rutile(hair like) inclusions composed of colorless crystalline material, but thes
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Handcrafted 31ct Topaz Ancient Egypt Sun God Ra Magick
Handcrafted Genuine Natural Russian Thirty-One Carat Checkerboard Faceted Emerald Cut Blue Topaz Semi-Precious Gemstone. Contemporary High Quality Sterling Silver Pendant Setting. ORIGIN: The Ural Mountains. Siberia, Russia. CLASSIFICATION: Pastel Blue Checkerboard Faceted Emerald Cut Blue Topaz. SIZE: Length: 21 1/4mm. Width: 19 1/2mm. Depth: 13mm(thickness) All measurements are approximate. APPROXIMATE WEIGHT: 31.03 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: In the ancient world topaz came from Topazion. An Island in the Red Sea now called Zabargad. In the ancient ... moreworld, topaz was thought to protect against evil and to the ancient Egyptians, the sparkle of topaz symbolized"Ra" their sun god. Here’s a magnificent, sparkling pastel blue topaz semi-precious gemstone from the Ural Mountains of Russia. Gorgeous, vibrant, and vividly hued, this striking semi-precious gemstone is of very high quality and possesses breathtaking luster. It has been hand cut into a sparkling, brilliant, checkerboard faceted emerald(also known in the trade as an“octagon” cut) with lots of flash and depth. As you can see, this is an exceptionally good quality gemstone. Certainly to the eye it is nothing less than perfect, it is truly a beautiful, sumptuous, and regal-sized semi-precious gemstone. The gemstone was hand crafted and faceted by a Russian artisan, part of a centuries-long heritage renown for the production of the elaborate gemstones and jewelry of the Czars of Medieval, Renaissance, and Victorian Russia. Under magnification the gemstone shows the unmistakable characteristics of having been hand crafted. The coarseness of the handcrafted finish is considered appealing to most gemstone collectors. And is not considered a detriment, or to detract
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Antique 19thC 5ct Star Sapphire Ancient Etruscan Greek Roman Prophet Oracle Gem
Antique Genuine Natural Burmese Five Carat Plus Blue Star Sapphire Oval. Mounted into high quality solid 14kt yellow gold(not cheap gold electroplate) CLASSIFICATION: Cabochon Blue Star Sapphire Oval with Handcut Natural White Zircon Accent Gemstones. ORIGIN: Sapphire: Mogok. Burma(present day Myanmar) 19th Century. White Zircon: 19th Century Russia. Chain and pendant setting contemporary. SIZE: Length: 10mm. Width: 8mm. Depth: 5mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 5.11 carats. NOTE: Default chain is gold electroplate 16. 18, 20 or 24 inch(provided free) 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 without the setting. Just let us know, and yes, we’ll discount ... morethe 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 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, richly colored natural dark navy blue sapphire precious gemstone from Mogok, Burma. The gemstone was hand crafted and finished 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 these beautiful precious gemstones. Star sapphires have been produced in Mogok. Burma in limite
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2 Antique 19thC ¼ct Apatite Gem of Ancient Athletes + Warriors Muscle Talisman
Two Antique 19th Century Genuine Natural One Quarter Carat Hand Crafted Siberian Emerald Green Apatite Semi-Precious Gemstones. CLASSIFICATION: Handcrafted Russian Apatite. ORIGIN: 19th century Chelyabinsk. Siberia, Russia. SIZE: 4mm square. Thickness: 2mm. Measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 0.46 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 and medieval world apatite gemstones were worn by athletes and soldiers who believed it useful in helping improve their coordination and to strengthen muscle. And to help suppress(what else? appetite. On the other side of the spectrum, it was also worn by academics, who believed it would enhance one's insight, learning abilities and creativity, and would yield increased self-confidence. The name“apatite” ... morecomes from the Greek"apatein" which means"to deceive" to cheat” or"to be misleading" as in the ancient world apatite was often confused with other minerals such as topaz, beryl, sphene, peridot or tourmaline. The Greek name“apatein” also is 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. Good quality vividly hued, emerald green apatite gemstones from the Koa Peninsula of Siberia. 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. 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 ruby, but also sapphire, aquamarine, topaz, amethyst, and peridot. Produced for indigenous jewelry in the nineteenth century, apatite gemstones of this si
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RARE ½ct Antique 19thC Demantoid Ancient Greek Roman Celt Persian Amulet
RARE! Near Flawless Quality Genuine Natural 19th Century Antique Handcrafted Faceted Russian Green Demantoid Garnet Semi-Precious Gemstone. CLASSIFICATION: Faceted Green Demantoid Garnet. ORIGIN: Ural Mountains. Russia. Late 19th century. SIZE: Length: 4 1/2mm. Width: 4mm. Depth: 2 1/2mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 0.43 carats. NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstones as a ring. Pendant, or as earrings(click for more information) DETAIL: Ancient Mediterranean cultures(Greek. Roman, Persian, Celt) believed that a 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. The ancient Greeks believed it guarded children from drowning, and it was also thought to be a potent antidote ... moreagainst poisons. The ancient Persians regarded garnet as a royal stone, and only royalty was allowed to possess the gemstone. 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. Here is a gorgeously colored bright green demantoid garnet semi-precious gemstone. 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. This particular gemstone was hand cut and faceted into a wonderfully sparkling oval of tremendous brilliance and flash. It is a quite beautiful cut. This gemstone has every bit the flash of a diamond, and is a hundred, even a thousand times more rare. In fact demantoid garnet is one of the rarest colored gemstones in the world, and the most highly valued garnet of all. Its dispersion and reflection indexes exceed that of a diamond, which is to say that its brillian
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18thC Antique 3ct Malachite Ancient Talisman Sorcery Witches Disease Protection
Eighteenth Century Antique Three and One-Third Carat Genuine Natural Russian Variegated Malachite Semi-Precious Oval Gemstone. Contemporary High Quality Sterling Silver Ring(Size 7– Resizing Available) CLASSIFICATION: Cabochon Malachite Oval. ORIGIN: Southern Urals of Russia. 18th Century. SIZE: Length: 10mm. Width: 8mm. Depth: 4mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 3.35 carats. NOTES: 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 ancient world malachite was a famous and very popular semi-precious stone. In Egypt as well as other ancient cultures. Malachite was used as a children's ... moretalisman to ward off danger and illness. It was also worn as a protective amulet against the spells of sorcerers and witches. Medicinally malachite was used as an antidote to nausea, and was also believed to be helpful in treating ailments of the heart and throat. In Medieval Europe malachite was worn with the belief that it stimulated the optic nerve and improved vision. Here's a gorgeous. Richly colored variegated malachite gemstone from the centuries old mines in the Southern Urals of Russia. 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. Originally used in indigenous jewelry, this is an exquisite and incredibly richly colored precious gemstone with lots of depth and gorgeous tone. It is truly a very rich and colorful green gemstone, immensely popular with the royal houses of Renaissance Europe. The Southern Urals and France were the source of the malachite which was so popular in the ancient classical Mediterranean world. And archaeological discoveries show that this breathtaking and striking gemstone was extremely popular
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Gateway to Middle Ages Roman Italy vs. Barbarians Goths
The Gateway to the Middle Ages: Italy by Eleanor Shipley Duckett. DESCRIPTION: Softcover: 219 pages. Publisher: Ann Arbor Paperbacks; 1988) ISBN: 047206049X. Italy at the opening of the Dark Ages: a land of siege and battle; of murder. Famine, and intrigue. This is the story of the struggle to defend Italian lands against the Eastern Goths and the waves of barbarians from the North. Theodoric the Great dreams of a Roman Empire reinvigorated with Gothic Blood, while the imprisoned Boethius, last of the Roman philosophers and first of the scholastics, writes his immortal work of suffering and consolation. CONDITION: Lightly bumped corners. Faded spine, couple of pages are creased from being bumped, otherwise unread and clean, in Very Good condition. PLEASE SEE IMAGES BELOW FOR SAMPLE PAGES FROM INSIDE OF BOOK. PLEASE SEE PUBLISHER. PROFESSIONAL, ... moreAND READER REVIEWS BELOW. PUBLISHER REVIEW: REVIEW: Portrays the struggle to defend Italian lands against the Eastern Goths and barbarians from the North at the beginning of the Dark Ages. One of three volumes of Professor Duckett's classic series"The Gateway to the Middles Ages" Italy; France and Britain; Monasticism) This quintessential account of the civilization which arose from the ruins of the Roman Empire is considered on of the most significant accounts of the early Middle Ages. PROFESSIONAL REVIEWS: REVIEW: Professor Duckett writes a history of this period that is as full of intellectual excitement as those centuries were of military excitement. REVIEW: New light on the troubled origins of the medieval spirit. Professor Duckett possesses a happy faculty of bringing to life figures of this far-off age. READER REVIEW: REVIEW: It seems like there's always a big gap in the history of Western Europe in general and Italy in particular as the Western Roman Empire. The scene always shifts to Constantinople for the continuation of the Roman Empire. The history of Western Europe seems to pick up about 500 years later at the time of Charlemagne the Great and
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Buried People: Ancient Italy Pre-Roman Etruscan World RARE Hardcover Pix
Click Here. Double your traffic. Get Vendio Gallery- Now FREE! The Buried People: A Study of the Etruscan World by Sibylle von Cles-Reden. DESCRIPTION: Hardback with Dust Jacket: 248 pages. Publisher: Charles Scribner's Sons; 1955) This is the story of the vanished race which for nearly 400 years. Until the rise of Rome in the fifth century B.C. exercised power over Central Italy and the Mediterranean. Everything about the Etruscans is mysterious. The Romans, their successors in dominion over Italy, sought systematically to delete all trace of them from the face of the earth. Superficially the attempt almost succeeded, for it was not until two centuries ago that archaeology began effectively to restore the Etruscans to history. But in reality the attempt was always doomed to failure because, as this book sets out to show, the soil of ... moreEtruria was so steeped in the spirit of the Etruscans that their influence was never extinct or even dormant, least of all among their conquerors, the Romans themselves. Frau Sibylle von Cles-Reden. A trained archaeologist, describes the Etruscan sites and brings them back to life with the imagination of an artist. Each major site in turn: Caere, Vulci, Clusium, Volsinium and the rest, is seen to represent one or another of the major fields of Etruscan achievement: pottery or sculpture, painting or architecture, religion or the Etruscan way of life. Each leads her in turn to a fascinatingly discursive account of a different aspect of Etruscan history, in which her sensitive awareness of the continuity of the race and the timeless quality of their native landscape is matched by a large number of magnificent photographs. The Etruscan mystery has never been more sympathetically evoked, nor more nearly unraveled. CONDITION: Modestly used. Clean. Pages are unmarked, no notes or highlighting, unmutilated, remaining well bound. Cloth covers are clean. Dustjacket shows only modest edge and corner shelfwear, one small 3/4 inch edge tear(neatly mended) at the top edge of the front side,
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Antique 19thC Emerald Egypt Queen Cleopatra’s Favorite 10kt Euroclick Earrings
Two Exceptionally Nice Antique Genuine Natural Siberian Fifth Carat Faceted Emerald Hearts. Mounted into Contemporary High Quality 10kt Solid Gold Euroclicks. CLASSIFICATION: Faceted Emerald Hearts. ORIGIN: The Ural Mountains. Russia. 19th Century. SIZE: Diameter: 4mm. Depth: 2mm. All measurements approximate WEIGHT: 0.27 carat(the pair) NOTES: If you prefer. Upon request, other setting styles are available such as lever backs, euro clicks, kidney wires, ball/stud dangles, French hooks, etc. as are sterling silver settings. DETAIL: 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 ancient Egypt's recently rediscovered emerald mines, where emerald had been actively mined from about 2,000 B.C. onwards. The ancient Greeks, who were ... moreimporters of Egyptian emerald, regarded the emerald as the sacred stone of the goddess Venus and of the Earth Goddess. Here's two simply superb, exceptionally good quality natural emerald precious gemstones from the Southern Urals of(Siberia) Russia, hand faceted into sparkling hearts in the 19th century. 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, and even emerald of more modest pedigree can still be quite expensive. These gorgeous precious gemstones possess the crystal clear pale mint green color possessed by only the best quality emeralds. 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, these are very nice quality specimens no worse than eye clean. You can see in these photo enlargements that there are very few discernible imperfections. In fact these particular gemstones are so clean, so clear, that they were exceedingly difficult to i
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RARE 19thC Antique 3ct Orthoclase Feldspar Gemstone from Spain Canary Islands
Antique Nineteenth Century Three Carat Genuine Natural Faceted Yellow Orthoclase Feldspar. ORIGIN: Spanish Canary Islands. 19th Century. Handcrafted in or near Yekaterinburg. Russia. 19th century. SIZE: Length: 11 1/2mm. Width: 9 1/4mm. Depth: 5 1/4mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 3.02 carats. NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstones as a ring. Pendant, or as earrings(click for more information) DETAIL: A very rare gemstone. A transparent yellow orthoclase feldspar. Though geologists estimate that feldspar makes up 60% of the earth’s crust, facetable, transparent crystals are very rare. The two most common facetable crystal feldspars are orthochlase(as is this specimen) and andesine, another rare feldspar which is actually treated as a distinct gemstone from orthoclase(though they are related, as are for example the quartz gemstones ... moreamethyst and citrine related to one another, but treated as“different” gemstones) The most common feldspar gemstone is moonstone, though is generally not in transparent crystal(but rather translucent) and so is cut and polished as cabochons or beads, not faceted. Faceted orthoclase feldspar(as well as andesine) are rare and uncommon gemstones. 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. Delicately colored pastel yellow semi-precious gemstone. As you can see from the photo enlargements here, it is absolutely transparent and very beautiful and to the unaided eye, is without discernible blemish. That is not to suggest that it is absolutely flawless, as intent inspection of the photo enlargements here will reveal a few very minute blemishes composed of colorless crystalline material…quite common to feldspar crystals. Of course absolutely flawless gemstones are the hallmark of a synthetic, man-made gemstone. Natural gemstones tend to be blemishes as a result of the
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Ancient Roman Handcrafted Carnelian Gemstone Pendant 100 AD
Beautiful. Colorful Ancient Roman Semi-Precious Carnelian Gemstone Faceted Sphere-Shaped Pendant. CLASSIFICATION: Ancient hand carved and faceted sphere-shaped orange carnelian(quartz) semi-precious gemstone pendant. Mounted onto 60 centimeter(24 inch) contemporary silver electroplated chain ATTRIBUTION: Eastern Roman Empire(Thracia) 1st Century A.D. SIZE/MEASUREMENTS: Weight: 17.88 carats. Diameter: 13 millimeters. 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. For a more authentic touch, we also have available handcrafted ... moreGreek black leather cords. CONDITION: Very good. Sound integrity. No cracks or major chips. Minor scratches and scuffs consistent with use and then burial in soil. DETAIL: This is a nicely preserved genuine carnelian gemstone pendant hand-carved. Faceted and finished into a somewhat ovoid"sphere" sometime in the 1st century A.D. in Roman Provincial Thracia. Carnelian gemstones and jewelry were very popular throughout the Roman Empire, and carnelian was widely used to carve cameos and signet/intaglio rings. Since before recorded history evidence suggests that carnelian was one of the most favored gemstones for at least the past 10,000 years. Two of the richest archaeological treasures, the tombs of both the Egyptian Pharaoh Tutankhamen and Sumerian Queen Pu-abi's tomb at Ur contained many splendid examples of carnelian jewelry. The Romans acquired their taste for this beautifully colored reddish-orange gemstone from the Phoenicians, who traded extensively in carnelian. This gorgeous pendant has been mounted onto a 14kt gold electroplated chain for your pleasure, and it is included without additional charge. If you would prefer, we also have available solid 14k
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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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19thC Antique 1 3/4ct Titanium Crystal Ancient Frozen Sun
Antique 19th Century Genuine Natural One and Three-Quarter Carat Hand Crafted/Polished Titanium Rutilitated Quartz Semi-Precious Gemstone Oval. Mounted into high quality 14kt pendant setting. CLASSIFICATION: Polished Russian Titanium Dioxide Rutilated Quartz Polished Cabochon. Chain and pendant setting contemporary. ORIGIN: 19th century Kazakhstan. SIZE: Length: 8mm. Width: 6mm. Depth(Thickness) 4mm. Measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 1.71 carats. NOTES: 14kt solid gold pendant; and 14kt gold fill and solid 14kt gold chains in lengths from 18 to 24 inches are available upon request. Default chain is gold electroplate 24 inch chain(included free) DETAIL: A very high quality rutilated quartz gemstone which was cut and polished into this stunning gemstone by a 19th century Russian artisan. Russia famed for gemstones and jewelry of the Czars from ... morethe Medieval through Renaissance and Victorian eras. The bright golden colored rutile inclusions here. Highly desirable, are titanium dioxide crystals. Titanium of course is a high-tech metal known for its resistance to wear and high temperatures. However to the ancients, these brilliant golden metallic-appearing inclusions were obviously captured rays of sun, frozen in quartz during the Ice Age. This was commonly believed all the way through the Medieval Age, when early alchemists still believed that quartz was water that encroaching glaciers had frozen and petrified. This particular specimen is of exceptionally good quality and is absolutely stunningly beautiful. There is a remarkably beautiful and concentrated arrangement of golden titanium rutile inclusions. Quartz gemstones and jewelry were extremely popular throughout the ancient Mediterranean. And maintained its immense popularity through Renaissance and into Victorian Europe. During the Roman Empire carnelian, closely related to quartz, was widely used to carve cameos and signet/intaglio rings. The Romans acquired their taste for both carnelian and quartz from the Phoenicians, who traded extensively in both f
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Antique 19thC ½ct+ Colombian Emerald Ancient Christian Sumerian Immortality Gem
Exceptionally Nice Nineteenth Century Antique Handcrafted Genuine Natural Colombian One-Half Carat(Plus) Octagon” 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: 0.57 carats. NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstones as a ring. Pendant, or as earrings(click for more information) DETAIL: To the early Christians. The emerald was a symbol for immortality and faith, and also was generally regarded as a symbol of kindness. These beliefs, though held by both Greek and Roman culture, probably originated with Egyptian and Sumerian culture. Egypt’s emerald mines near the Red Sea were the ancient world's source for these precious gemstones. Those mines are ... moredated by ancient Egyptian written texts dated to the life of Pharaoh Sesostris III in the 19th century B.C. Here’s a beautiful, exceptionally good quality, richly colored Colombian green emerald of intense, bright 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, octagon” cut(also known as an“emerald” cut) gemstone of gorgeous hue. 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 emerald, Colombian emerald is especially prized, even in Russia, for its rich green color(Siberian emeralds tend to be a few shades lighter) Most commonly emeralds are included with various bits and pieces known as"jardin" F
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Antique 19thC 1 1/3ct Raspberry Red Tourmaline Ancient Roman Gem
Exquisite Antique Genuine Natural Siberian One and One-Third Carat Raspberry Red Tourmaline Faceted Oval. Contemporary High Quality Sterling Silver Ring(Size 7– Resizing Available) CLASSIFICATION: Raspberry red Tourmaline Faceted Oval. ORIGIN: The Ural Mountains. Russia. 19th Century. SIZE: Length: 7.5mm. Width: 6mm. Depth: 4mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 1.31 carats. NOTES: Resizing is available. 14kt solid gold setting is also available. DETAIL: 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. The name“tourmaline” came from the Celanese word"turmali, which means"mixed" Bright rainbow collections of gemstone varieties were called"turmali" parcels. Here's an exquisitely ... morecolored antique raspberry red faceted tourmaline oval from the Southern Urals, hand faceted iby 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. Raspberry red 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 has been alternately described as hot pink, neon pink, bubble gum pink, even screaming pink. Let’s just say the color is very intense, and quite vibrant. Raspberry red tourmaline was held in such high regard by the(last) Empress of China, Tz'u Hsi, that she purchased bought almost a ton of it from a mine in California, and was eventually laid to rest(eternally) on a carved tourmaline pillow. Much favored by European Renaissance and Victorian Royalty, tourmaline tends to be characterized by the presence of small colorless inclusions. This semi-precious gemstone does have several very minute blemishes which while not discernible to the eye. Can just be made out under a 5x gla
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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 19thC 1/3ct Padparadsha Red Sapphire Ancient Roman Hebrew Sorcer
One Rare. Antique Genuine Natural Faceted One-Third Carat Round Padparadsha Red Sapphire Precious Gemstone. CLASSIFICATION: Faceted Padparadsha Red Sapphire Round. ORIGIN: The Ural Mountains. Russia. 19th Century. SIZE: Diameter: 4mm. Depth(Thickness) 2mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: Approximately 0.31 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 ... moreto about 800 B.C. Here's a gorgeous, richly colored natural padparadsha red colored sapphire precious gemstone from the Ural Mountains of Russia. This gemstone was hand crafted in the 19th century. 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 indeed looks just like a rich, Padparadsha Red-hued diamond. The color is absolutely incredible, a very rich, dark tone of red. The hue is incredibly rich, with vibrant texture. The color is incredibly glorious, the orange undertones adding incredible vibrancy. The color brings to mind the incredible red hues and"flavor" of gray storm clouds backlit by a rising or setting sun, outlined in orange. Or perhaps a hilltop at night outlined by a raging brush fire. The gemstone looks ever so much like a sparkling, vibrant padparadsha red hued diamond. Good quality"fancy color" sapphires are in high demand. And can be quite costly. Unfortunately most seemingly flawless, transparent&quo
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Ancient Double-Spouted Askos from Canosa, Antiquities from Southern Italy
Ancient Double-Spouted Askos from Canosa. Italy Click on these links to view larger photos: 1- 2- 3- 4- 5 Here you find a beautiful pottery example from Canosa. Italy of the type you would find in a museum. Large lidded, double-spouted askos from the Native Italic community that existed along side both the Greeks and Etruscans in the period between the 8th to the 4th century B.C. This example would date to approx. the 4th century B.C. during the time the Ancient Greeks were producing their red-figure wares in Athens and Southern Italy. Decorated with traditional floral bands in brown and red pigments. It has twin large spouts emerging vertically from the round base. Pieces with a strainer are very typical of Canosan pieces. Measures 8-3/4" wide x 10-1/2" tall. It is remarkably intact and for the finest collection of ancient art! ... moreFor a similar item see: Doppio askos. Museo della Fondazione"Ettore Pomarici Santomasi" Puglia, Italy. Museo Civico of Canosa. Double necked Askos with filter; Striped pottery. Provenance: Private Florida collection formed in the 60's. US art auction. Custom listed using TROCADERO's automated HTML and Picture Hosting tools.
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Ancient Roman Hand Faceted Carnelian Gem Pendant 100AD
Beautiful. Colorful Twenty One Carat Ancient Roman Semi-Precious Carnelian Gemstone Faceted Lemon-Shaped Pendant. CLASSIFICATION: Hand carved and faceted lemon-shaped orange carnelian(quartz) semi-precious gemstone pendant. Mounted onto 60 millimeter(24 inch) contemporary silver electroplated chain ATTRIBUTION: Eastern Roman Empire(Thracia) 1st Century A.D. SIZE/MEASUREMENTS: Weight: 20.93 carats. Diameter: 15 millimeters. Height(Length) 14 millimeters. 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. For a more authentic ... moretouch, we also have available handcrafted Greek black leather cords. CONDITION: Very good. Sound integrity. No cracks or major chips. Minor scratches and scuffs consistent with use and then burial in soil. DETAIL: This is a nicely preserved genuine carnelian gemstone pendant hand-carved. Faceted and finished into a somewhat ovoid"sphere" much like the shape of a lemon, sometime in the 1st century A.D. in Roman Provincial Thracia. Carnelian gemstones and jewelry were very popular throughout the Roman Empire, and carnelian was widely used to carve cameos and signet/intaglio rings. Since before recorded history evidence suggests that carnelian was one of the most favored gemstones for at least the past 10,000 years. Two of the richest archaeological treasures, the tombs of both the Egyptian Pharaoh Tutankhamen and Sumerian Queen Pu-abi's tomb at Ur contained many splendid examples of carnelian jewelry. The Romans acquired their taste for this beautifully colored reddish-orange gemstone from the Phoenicians, who traded extensively in carnelian. This gorgeous pendant has been mounted onto a 14kt gold electroplated chain for your pleasure, and it is included without
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2 Antique 19thC Sapphire Ancient Roman Persian Sorcery Gemstone
Two Exquisitely Beautiful. Sparkling Antique Handcrafted Genuine Natural Square Cut Vibrant Rose Pink Sapphire Precious Gemstones. CLASSIFICATION: Faceted Rose Pink Sapphire Squares. ORIGIN: The Ural Mountains. Russia. 19th Century. SIZE: 2mm square. 1mm thick. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: Approximately 0.12 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 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 ... moredate back to about 800 B.C. Here's a pair of stunning, gorgeous, sparkling, vibrantly colored natural rose-pink hued sapphire precious gemstones from the Ural Mountains of Russia. 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 color is absolutely incredible, a sparkling, gorgeous and vibrant hue somewhere between pink and rose. These incredible gemstones have all of the brilliance of diamonds, sparkling under any light source! They are really phenomenal gemstones, guaranteed to make some extremely excited. The color is almost“neon” very bright, very intense, with flashes of baby pink. This incredibly vibrant hue imparts exceptional character and great visual appeal. The shade of rose could perhaps be best likened those occasional roses which are in color a cross between pink and pastel rose. The gemstones look ever so much like sparkling, rose-hued diamonds. The gemstones are to the eye. Absolutely clean. You have to examine these 500% photo enlargements here pretty closely to discer
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Antique 19thC 2/3ct Sapphire Ancient Gemstone of Saturn Gemstone
One Exquisitely Colored. Handcrafted Antique Genuine Natural Two-Third Carat Faceted Bright Yellow-Orange Amber Sapphire Oval Cut Precious Gemstone from Russia. CLASSIFICATION: Faceted Bright Yellow-Orange Sapphire Oval. ORIGIN: Southern Ural Mountains(Siberia. Russia) 19th century. SIZE: Length: 6mm. Width: 4mm. Depth(Thickness) 3mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: Approximately 0.65 carats. NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstones as a ring. Pendant, or as earrings. DETAIL: Many linguists and scholars believe that the name sapphire is derived from its association with the planet Saturn(the name can be roughly translated to mean“dear to the planet Saturn” in many different languages) In ancient Rome Saturn was a major god presiding over agriculture and the harvest time. His reign was depicted as a Golden Age of abundance and peace. ... moreA week-long solstice feast called Saturnalia is believed by scholars to be the basis of the carnival(as in Mardi-Gras) 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. Words simply cannot describe how breathtakingly beautiful this precious gemstone is. A gorgeous. Brightly colored natural yellow-orange-amber sapphire precious gemstone from the Southern Ural Mountains of Siberia, Russia, handcrafted into this sparking faceted 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. The result of the artisan's labors was an exquisite and incredibly vividly colored precious gemstone with lots of depth, fire and sparkle. The color is a gorgeous yellow-orange in bright sunlight, deepening to amber indoors, with wonderful sparkle which is diamond-like in intensity. The gemstone is to the eye, virtually flawless. Even in these photo enlargem
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NEW Medieval Village England Cambridge Serf Peasant Monastic Manor Game Clothing
The Medieval Village by G.G. Coulton. DESCRIPTION: Softcover: 603 pages. Publisher: Dover Publications Inc; 1989) ISBN: 048626002X. In Chaucer’s day. Probably at least 75 percent of the population of the British Isles were peasants, and over half of them were not free. They were variously in thrall to the lord of the manor, the church, landowners, and a political, economic, and social system that depended on their continued vassalage. A peasant in servitude could not marry without the permission of his lord. He was often killed or maimed with impunity. He labored from dawn to dark, often seven days a week. And through the imposition of numerous fines and fees, he was made to enrich the coffers of his owner. In this masterly study, the plight of the serf and the nature of medieval peasant life in general are brilliantly recreated. The late ... moreDoctor Coulton, noted medievalist and former Fellow of St. John’s College, Cambridge, offers an exceptionally detailed, comprehensive, and vivid picture of life in rural Europe six centuries ago. Here are fascinating insights into the nature of serfdom, manorial customs, medieval abbeys, life on a monastic manor, village discipline, peasant revolts, the Black Death, justice, religious education. Tithing, games and dances, clothing, and more. Drawing on his own exception erudition and citing a wealth of original sources and contemporary documents. The author limns a rich, in-depth portrait, replete with fascinating facts and anecdotes, of the peasant’s lot in various countries of Europe, and how conditions evolved over the centuries. Anyone interested in a penetrating, readable study of the social, economic, and political fabric of the Middle Ages would benefit by reading this truly fascinating and educational historical masterpiece. CONDITION: New. Never read. PLEASE SEE IMAGES BELOW FOR SAMPLE PAGES FROM INSIDE OF BOOK. PLEASE SEE PUBLISHER. PROFESSIONAL, AND READER REVIEWS BELOW. PUBLISHER REVIEW: REVIEW: Renowned medievalist offers exceptionally detailed. Comprehensive an
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NEW HC Greek Roman Archaeologist Reference Pub at $119
The Makers of Classical Archaeology: A Reference Work by Linda M. Medwid. With a Foreword by Steven Sidebotham. DESCRIPTION: Hardcover: 352 pages. Publisher: Humanity Books; 2000) ISBN: 1573928267. This one-of-a-kind reference work on the history of classical archaeology spans a time period from the 16th to the 20th century. Covering more than just the well-known"giants" of classical archaeology. This gold mine of information also discusses the achievements of many lesser known archaeologists, as well as scholars from the related fields of art history, ancient numismatics, and epigraphy. The entries highlight the individual's unique contributions to the field and evoke the historical context in which the person lived and worked. Including numerous illustrations, a glossary, and a thorough name and subject index, this well-organized ... morereference guide will delight both the casual browser and the serious scholar. CONDITION: Light shelf-wear. Otherwise clean and in great new condition. PLEASE SEE IMAGES BELOW FOR JACKET DESCRIPTION(S) AND FOR PAGES OF PICTURES FROM INSIDE OF BOOK. PLEASE SEE PUBLISHER. PROFESSIONAL, AND READER REVIEWS BELOW. PUBLISHER REVIEW: REVIEW: Brief biographies listed in alphabetical order with birth/death. Education, appointments and awards, sites of excavations, publications and sources for the information on each person. Linda M. Medwid is an instructor in Classical Studies at Siena College, and a member of the Archaeological Institute of America. PROFESSIONAL REVIEWS: REVIEW: Printed on alkaline paper. Foreword by Steven Sidebotham. Illustrated with 32 black and white photos. This book covers 119 men and women. A virtual who's who of Classical Greek and Roman archaeology. Each entry is listed alphabetically with education, appointments and awards, excavations, publications, and sources noted; glossary. Everyone interested in the ancient Western world will learn from this exceptional book. REVIEW: This wonderful resource for reference and research is a must for the student a
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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 Tsavorite Kilimanjaro Ancient Talisman Gemstone
Excellent Quality Genuine Natural Richly Hued Forest Green Heart Cut Faceted Tsavorite Precious Gemstone. CLASSIFICATION: Heart Cut Faceted Tsavorite Garnet. ORIGIN: Kenya. Late 1970’s. SIZE: Diameter: 3 1/2mm. Depth: 1 3/4mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 0.14 carats. 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. 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 the twelve gemstones described in the Bible in Exodus 28:17-20 as adorning Aaron’s breastplate, representing the twelve ... moretribes of ancient Israel. Here is a gorgeously colored, richly hued, saturated, almost neon forest green tsavorite precious gemstone which has been handcrafted and cut into a faceted heart by a Russian artisan, part of a centuries-old heritage renown for the production of the elaborate gemstones and jewelry of the Czars of Medieval, Renaissance, and Victorian Russia. This is a nice quality specimen reasonably close to“eye clean” or“near eye clean” to the casual admirer. Closer scrutiny(even with the naked eye) will reveal some small blemishes if inspected intently. The blemishes are in the form of finely seamed colorless crystalline material, quite commonly found within tsavorite. Tsavorite, a form of grossular garnet, is one of the worlds rarest and most sought after semi-precious gemstones. It was first discovered in Tanzania in 1967 in the shadow of Mt. Kilimanjaro, though it was not until 1971 that the first specimens were extracted from nearby Kenya. The name is derived from the adjoining Tsavo National Park famous for its mighty"red" elephants who wallow in and spray themselves with red iron-rich mud during the rainy seasons. The park is also well known for its
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2 Antique 19thC Sapphire Ancient Roman Persian Sorcery Gemstones
Antique Genuine Natural Russian Faceted Bright Lime Green Sapphire Rounds. CLASSIFICATION: Faceted Green Sapphire Rounds. ORIGIN: The Ural Mountains. Russia. 19th Century. SIZE: Diameter: 3mm. Depth(Thickness) 2mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: Approximately 0.33 Carats(the pair) NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstones as a ring. Pendant, or as earrings(click for more information) DETAIL: Here are two gorgeous. Richly colored natural bright green sapphire precious gemstones 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 results are two exquisite and incredibly richly colored precious gemstones with lots of depth, fire and sparkle. They indeed look just like little ... moregreen diamonds. 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. There is a little color zoning, which means that if you look very carefully and closely you will see areas of different shades of color within the gemstones. But this is quite common with sapphires, and in no way detracts from their beauty. Aside from being commonplace, the color zoning is not detectable at all except upon very close scrutiny(or photo enlargements such as these) Good quality green sapphires are in high demand, and can be quite costly. The Southern Ural Mountains of Russia have been producing 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 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 gemstones such as these is the legacy of an artisan who lived two centu
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Antique 19thC ½ct Sapphire Medieval Traveler Talisman Gemstone
One Exquisitely Colored. Rare, Antique Handcrafted Genuine Natural One-Half Carat Faceted Bright Canary Yellow Sapphire Oval Cut Precious Gemstone from Russia. CLASSIFICATION: Faceted Canary Yellow Oval Cut Sapphire. ORIGIN: Southern Ural Mountains(Siberia. Russia) 19th century. SIZE: Length: 5 1/2mm. Width: 4 1/2mm. Depth(Thickness) 2mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: Approximately 0.46 carats. NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstones as a ring. Pendant, or as earrings(click for more information) DETAIL: Sapphires were also used as a talisman by medieval travelers. Who believed that a sapphire would protect the wearer from poisonous creatures, kill snakes hiding nearby, and provide advance warning against hidden dangers. As a talisman, medieval wearers of sapphire regarded the stone as an antidote to black magic and effects of ... moreevil spirits, and providing protection against sorcery. It was believed to banish evil spirits and send negative spells back to the sender. Words simply cannot describe how breathtakingly beautiful this precious gemstone is. A gorgeous, brightly colored natural bright canary yellow sapphire precious gemstone from the Southern Ural Mountains of Siberia, Russia, handcrafted into this sparking faceted oval cut in the second half of the 19th century. The result is an exquisite and incredibly vividly colored precious gemstone with lots of depth, fire and sparkle. 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. Depending upon the intensity and whiteness of the light, the color will vary from a bright canary yellow, almost like crystallized sunshine with sparkles which seem almost metallic, to a bright canary yellow with amber-honey undertones. Indoors it has honey undertones, outdoors it is“screaming” canary yellow. Either way. The color is quite exquisite, the sparkle diamond-like in intensity. Yello
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Antique 19thC 7ct Poland Green Amethyst Roman Talisman
Antique 19th Century Handcrafted Seven and One-Half Carat Green Amethyst from Poland(Handcrafted in Russia) GEMSTONE ORIGIN: Poland. 19th Century. SIZE: Length: 14mm. Width: 10mm. Depth: 7mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 7.49 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. 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 ... morejewelry 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 with brilliant sparkles. 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 such gemstones more desirable, possessed of greater character and uniqueness when compared to today's cookie-cutter mass-produced machine-faceted gemstones. Unlike today’s computer controlled machine produced gemstones, the cut and finish of a gemstone
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Antique Handcut 1½ct Ceylon Ruby Solid 14kt Gold Ancient Hebrew Biblical Amulet
Antique Handcrafted Genuine Natural One and One-Half Carat Faceted Bright“Ferrari” Red Ruby Round from Ceylon. Mounted into high quality solid 14kt gold(not cheap gold electroplate) ring. ORIGIN: Ceylon(present-day Sri Lanka) Early 20th Century. Contemporary High Quality Solid 14kt Yellow Gold Ring(Size 7– Resizing Available) SIZE: Diameter: 6mm. Depth: 4mm. Measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 1.42 carats. NOTES: Resizing is available. 14kt solid white 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 Bible makes numerous mentions of ruby. First as one of the twelve precious stones created by God when he created mankind. Ruby is ... morethen described as“the lord of gems” when one was given to Aaron on the command of God. And ruby adorned Aaron's breastplate and was symbol of Judah. The Bible also frequently states that the high value of ruby was only exceeded by wisdom and by virtuous women, implying that ruby indeed was exceptionally valuable. In the classical world, rubies from Afghanistan, Ceylon, and Burma were traded in the ancient port cities of the Eastern Mediterranean(often by Phoenicians) and from there traveled throughout Europe. Here's a very nice quality antique handcrafted round cut ruby from Ceylon(present day Sri Lanka) The gemstone was hand crafted by a 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 sparkling precious gemstone is transparent, not translucent, with a highly desirable bright, Ferrari” red color, and vibrant sparkles of fiery, brilliant red flashes. The“fire” the gemstone possesses is simply mesmerizing. It is"eye clean" even to close scrutiny, and is absolutely transparent as opposed to lower value tran
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2 Antique 19thC Siberia Tourmaline Ancient Roman Gemstones
Two Exquisite Antique Genuine Natural Siberian Neon Pink Tourmaline Faceted Pears. CLASSIFICATION: Pink Tourmaline Faceted Pears. ORIGIN: The Ural Mountains. Russia. 19th Century. SIZE: Length: 4mm. Width: 3mm. Depth: 2mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 0.46 carats(combined weight) NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstones as a ring. Pendant, or as earrings(click for more information) DETAIL: 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. The name“tourmaline” came from the Celanese word"turmali, which means"mixed" Bright rainbow collections of gemstone varieties were called"turmali" parcels. Here are two exquisitely colored antique pink faceted tourmaline pears from ... morethe Southern Urals, hand 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 these specimens have been alternately described as hot pink, neon pink, bubble gum pink, even screaming pink. Let’s just say the color is very intense, and quite vibrant. Pink tourmaline was held in such high regard by the(last) Empress of China, Tz'u Hsi, that she purchased bought almost a ton of it from a mine in California, and was eventually laid to rest(eternally) on a carved tourmaline pillow. Much favored by European Renaissance and Victorian Royalty, tourmaline tends to be characterized by the presence of small colorless inclusions. Under magnification the gemstones show 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 detr
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Antique 19thC ½ct Emerald Nero's Ancient Rome Favorite
Exceptionally Nice Antique Genuine Natural Siberian Half Carat Faceted Oval Emerald. CLASSIFICATION: Faceted Emerald Oval. ORIGIN: The Ural Mountains. Russia. 19th Century. SIZE: Length: 6mm. Width: 4mm. Thickness: 3mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 0.44 carats. NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstones as a ring. Pendant, or as earrings(click for more information) DETAIL: The Roman emperor Nero reportedly watched chariot races and gladiator contests through lenses made of emeralds. The emeralds from Egypt where they had been mined since 2,000 B.C. A simply superb, exceptionally good quality natural emerald precious gemstone from the Southern Urals, hand faceted in the 19th century. Emeralds are nearly 100 times rarer than diamonds, and there are few opportunities to acquire such good quality natural emeralds at reasonable prices. ... moreThe best specimens can bring over $40,000 a carat. This gorgeous precious gemstone possesses the crystal clear pale mint green color possessed by only the best quality emeralds. It is a very nice quality specimen no worse than eye clean. You can see in these photo enlargements that there are very few discernible imperfections. In fact this particular gemstones is so clean, so clear that it was exceedingly difficult to image. Most commonly emeralds are included with various bits and pieces known as"jardin" French for"garden" Most emeralds literally have a garden of inclusions, and most emeralds consequentially are not transparent as is this one, rather they are merely translucent. Unfortunately most transparent"emeralds" 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 rubies and sapphires) they are not natural gemstones. Why would you buy synthetic emeralds at the mall when you can have the real thing? 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
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Antique 19thC 1 2/3ct Rose Sapphire Celt Roman Sorcery
One Exquisitely Beautiful. Sparkling Antique Handcrafted Genuine Natural One and Two-Third Carat Pear Cut Vibrant Rose Colored Sapphire Precious Gemstone. CLASSIFICATION: Faceted Neon Rose Hued Sapphire Pear. ORIGIN: The Ural Mountains. Russia. 19th Century. SIZE: Length: 9mm. Width: 7mm. Depth(Thickness) 3mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: Approximately 1.65 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, 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 ... morereferences to the gemstone date back to about 800 B.C. Here's a stunning, gorgeous, sparkling, vibrantly colored natural rose-pink hued sapphire precious gemstone from the Ural Mountains of 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 absolutely incredible, a sparkling, gorgeous and vibrant hue somewhere between rose and purple. This incredible gemstone has all of the brilliance of a diamond, sparkling under any light source! It is really a phenomenal gemstone, guaranteed to make some extremely excited. The color is almost“neon” very bright, very intense, with flashes of neon rose-pink. This incredibly vibrant hue imparts exceptional character and great visual appeal. The shade of rose could perhaps be best likened those occasional roses which are in color a cross between pink, purple and rose. The gemstone looks ever so much like a sparkling, rose-hued diamond. Good quality uncommonly hued(fancy color” sapphires are in high demand. And can be quite costly. Unfortunate
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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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Antique 19thC ½ct Sapphire Ancient Greek Roman Sorcery Gemstone
Stunning. Gorgeous Nineteenth Century Antique Genuine Natural Russian One-Half Carat Pastel Blue Baguette Cut Faceted Sapphire. ORIGIN: The Ural Mountains. Russia. 19th Century. SIZE: Length: 5mm. Width: 3mm. Depth(Thickness) 2mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 0.44 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 800 B.C. Here's a gorgeous, ... morerichly colored natural bright blue sapphire precious gemstone from the Ural Mountains of 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 result is an exquisite and incredibly beautifully colored precious gemstone with lots of depth, fire and sparkle. The color is a much sought after pale sky blue. The color brings to mind the pale blue of the seemingly limitlessly high late summer afternoon sky. It really does look ever so much like a pale blue diamond. The gemstone is to the eye, virtually flawless. Even under 500% magnification it is difficult to discern any blemishes. The gemstone is at a minimum eye clean, and at least to the unaided eye, is flawless. The color is simply superb pale blue with of wonderful clarity. Such 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 o
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2 Antique 19thC Garnets Celtic Greek Roman Blood Amulet Earrings
Two Antique Genuine Natural Russian One Carat Faceted Red Garnet Trillions. Mounted into contemporary high quality 14kt studs. ORIGIN: The Ural Mountains. Russia. 19th Century. SIZE: Length: 6mm. Width: 6mm. WEIGHT: Approximately 2.01 carats(the pair) NOTES: 14kt solid gold settings and other setting styles are available upon request. 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” ... morewas 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 are two gorgeous, blood red faceted garnet gemstones from the Ural Mountains of Russia, where the production of garnet has gone on for many centuries. These gorgeous gemstones were hand crafted into these sparkling faceted Trillions during the last half of the 19th century. This particular variety of garnet is known as"pyrope" And is especially favored for its rich, red-orange tones. The gemstones are both very clean, crystal clear, and exquisitely colored. They possess great lustre, lots of flash, and at least to the eye, are essentially flawless. They are truly gorgeously colored, brilliant, sparkling semi-precious gemstones. The trained eye will easily discern from the photo 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 machine processes, the cut and finish of gemstones such as this is the legacy of an artisan who lived two centuries ag
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Handcut 40ct Citrine Ancient Celtic Sunshine Anti-Venom
COLOSSAL Forty Carat Genuine Natural Handcrafted Faceted Siberian Dark Cognac“Madeira” Orange Citrine. Mounted into high quality solid sterling silver pendant(not cheap silver plated) ORIGIN: Southern Ural Mountains(Siberia) Russia. SIZE: Length: 31 3/4mm. Width: 28 1/4mm. Depth: 11 3/4mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 39.96 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. 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 an enormous, very clean, Madeira orange” or dark cognac colored citrine which originated from Siberia, Russia. Very ... morepopular in 18th and 19th century Victorian Scotland, citrine has remained a very popular gemstone through the 20th century. The gemstone was hand crafted and faceted by a Russian artisan, part of a centuries-long 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, richly textured cognac orange colored semi-precious citrine gemstone. As you can see from the photo enlargements here. Possesses exceptional sparkle and luster, and to the unaided eye at least, free from blemishes. 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 handcrafted 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 such gemstones more desirable, possessed of greater character and uniqueness when compared to today's cookie-cutter mass-produced machine-faceted gemstones. Unlike today’s comp
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Handcut 42ct Citrine Ancient Roman Sunshine Anti-Venom
Handcrafted Genuine Natural Russian Forty-One and Three-Quarter Carat Checkerboard Faceted Baguette Cut Madeira Citrine Semi-Precious Gemstone. ORIGIN: The Ural Mountains. Siberia, Russia. CLASSIFICATION: Madeira Orange(Bright Cognac) Checkerboard Faceted Baguette Cut Citrine Semi-Precious Gemstone. SIZE: Length: 23mm. Width: 20 1/2mm. Depth: 13mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 41.77 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 magnificent, sparkling“madeira orange” citrine from the Ural Mountains of Russia. Gorgeous, vibrant, ... moreand vividly hued, this striking semi-precious gemstone is of very high quality and possesses breathtaking luster. It has been hand cut into a sparkling, brilliant, checkerboard faceted baguette cut gemstone with lots of flash and depth. As you can see, this is an exceptionally good quality gemstone. Certainly to the eye it is nothing less than perfect, it is truly a beautiful, sumptuous, and regal-sized semi-precious gemstone. The gemstone was hand crafted and faceted by a Russian artisan. Part of a centuries-long heritage renown for the production of the elaborate gemstones and jewelry of the Czars of Medieval, Renaissance, and Victorian Russia. Under magnification the gemstone shows the unmistakable characteristics of having been hand crafted. The coarseness of the handcrafted finish is considered appealing to most gemstone collectors, and is not considered a detriment, or to detract from the value of a gemstone. These characteristics are not only expected of hand-finished gemstones, most serious collectors consider such gemstones more desirable, possessed of greater character and uniqueness when compared to today's cookie-cutter mass-produced machine-faceted gemstone
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Antique Italian Carved Sea Shell Cameo 1850
Genuine Mid-Nineteenth Century Hand Carved Sea Shell Cameo. DIMENSIONS: 30mm in length; 22mm in width. 3mm in thickness. Weight is 2.57 grams. ORIGIN: Torre Del Greco. Italy. Approximately 1850-1860. NOTES: Mounted onto high quality contemporary 14kt gold fill setting. Included is a 14kt gold electroplate chain. 14kt gold chains available upon request(click for more information) Absolutely gorgeous and historically significant are the best ways to describe this stunning cameo. For over 500 years a tiny town in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius has been famous for the production of cameos hand carved from sea shells. Although we have no idea who this elegant lady is. She must have been very proud to have her likeness carved into such a beautiful piece of jewelry. Genuine antique sea shell cameos from Torre Del Greco are very difficult to come by. ... moreWe're fortunate to have a small collection- but when they are gone, they are gone forever. We have mounted this gorgeous piece into a high quality 14kt gold fill setting which complements the cameo without overpowering it. We include an attractive 14kt gold electroplated chain. If you prefer, this cameo could be remounted into your choice of 14kt solid gold or sterling silver. And of course we have chains to match. Cameos have been a popular form of artistic jewelry for around 2.500 years. Although some sources put the origin of cameo carving in Hellenic Alexandria, Egypt in the late fourth century B.C. evidence suggests that the Greeks brought it with them. In any event, cameos were extremely popular in the Greco-Roman world. The origin of the word may be the Hebrew"Kamea" for a charm or amulet; or Latin"Cammaeus" for an engraved gemstone. Cameos historically were produced from sea shells or semi-precious gemstones such as quartz agate. The most popular form of cameo in the Roman world was the intaglio cameo, where the image was carved out of the gemstone forming a recess. Typically the medium was transparent/translucent orange carnelian. There is a ma
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RARE 19thC Antique Siberia Demantoid Garnet Ancient Celt Roman Danger Talisman
RARE! Two Exceptionally Good Quality Genuine Natural 19th Century Antique Handcrafted Faceted Russian Green Demantoid Garnet Semi-Precious Gemstones. CLASSIFICATION: Faceted Green Demantoid Garnets. ORIGIN: Ural Mountains. Russia. Late 19th century. SIZE: Diameter: 2mm. Depth: 1 1/4mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 0.11 carats(the pair) NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstones as a ring. Pendant, or as earrings(click for more information) DETAIL: Ancient Mediterranean cultures(Greek. Roman, Persian, Celt) believed that a 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. The ancient Greeks believed it guarded children from drowning, and it was also thought to be a potent ... moreantidote against poisons. Here are two gorgeously colored bright green demantoid garnet semi-precious gemstones. 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 dazzling, sparkling gemstones of tremendous brilliance and flash. 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 gemstones have every bit the flash of a diamond, and are a hundred, even a thousand times more rare. In fact demantoid garnet is one of the rarest colored gemstones in the world, and the most highly valued garnet of all. Its dispersion and reflection indexes exceed that of a diamond, which is to say that its brilliance is greater than a diamond's. In fact the name demantoid is derived from the Dutch word for diamond, demant" These are exceptionally nice quality specimens. In one of the two gemstones close scrutiny will reveal that it possesses one of the char
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Antique 19thC 3½ct Tourmaline Cat’s-Eye Ancient Roman “Emerald” Gem of Rainbows
Antique Genuine Natural Russian Three and One-Half Carat Antique Forest Green Oval Cut Tourmaline Catseye. Mounted into high quality solid sterling silver pendant(not cheap silver plated) CLASSIFICATION: Tourmaline Catseye Oval Cabochon. ORIGIN: The Ural Mountains. Russia. 19th Century. SIZE: Length: 9mm. Width: 8mm. Depth: 5mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 3.48 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 without the setting. Just let us know, and yes, ... morewe’ll discount the price by the cost of the setting. DETAIL: 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. 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 rarely see tourmaline catseye, they are a rather uncommon gemstone. This is a very large forest green colored tourmaline catseye gemstone from Siberia, the Ural Mountains of Russia. Gorgeous, vibrant, and richly hued, this striking gemstone possesses breathtaking luster and velvety texture. This colossal gemstone was hand shaped and polished into this very beautiful oval cut cabochon by a 19th century Russian artisan. Part of an heritage renown for th
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Roman Byzantine Carnelian Gemstone Ring AD900 Sz8½
Size 8 1/2 Genuine Ancient Roman/Byzantine“Solitaire Style” Bronze Ring circa Tenth to Twelfth Century A.D. Antique 18th Century Carnelian Semi-Precious Gemstone. CLASSIFICATION: Ancient Byzantine(Eastern Roman Empire) Bronze Ring with Antique Eighteenth Century Four Carat Carnelian Semi-Precious Gemstone. ATTRIBUTION: Eastern Roman Empire(Constantinople) 10-12th Century A.D. SIZE/MEASUREMENTS: Fits ring size 8 1/2(U.S. Diameter: 26mm x 20 1/2mm(outer dimensions) 20mm(inner diameter) Bezel: 9 1/2mm(diameter) 5mm(thickness) Gemstone: 9 1/2mm(diameter) 4 1/2mm(thickness) 4.02 carats(approximate weight) Fixed Width 2mm Band. Weight: 1.61 grams. CONDITION: Excellent! Completely intact. Light-to-modest wear consistent with occasional(ancient) usage, minimal porosity(surface pitting caused by contact with earth while buried) Slightly misshapen ... morebands. Professionally conserved. DETAIL: A nicely styled Roman-Byzantine bronze ring of a simple“solitaire” design. Ordinary bands with a simple serrated bezel designed to hold a gemstone. The ring was not actually recovered with the gemstone intact, however usually this style of bronze ring was set either with a glass gemstone(glass was quite costly) or with some form of quartz crystal; i.e. clear quartz, orange quartz(carnelian” or purple quartz(amethyst” The ring is of simple but durable construction, simple bronze bands brazed onto an ordinary, cup” style bezel with a serrated periphery. The bezel of the ring evidences very light wear. Nothing particularly heavy, however the bands were mangled a bit due to the soil pressure exerted on the ring during the thousand years it was buried. If desired, the ring could be heated and the bands“tweaked” however generally it is better just to leave well enough alone. Though the bands are slightly misshapen, the ring“wears” quite nicely. The stone however was lost in antiquity. We reset the ring with an orange carnelian so as to preserve a sense of continuity. Carnelian is an orange-colored for
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18thC Antique 5¾ct Scotland Amethyst Legionary Talisman Sterling Ring
Eighteenth Century Antique Five and Three-Quarter Carat Dark Royal Purple Amethsyt Genuine Natural Semi-Precious Gemstone. Contemporary High Quality Sterling Silver Ring(Size 11– Resizing Available) CLASSIFICATION: Royal Amethyst Cabochon. ORIGIN: Coastal Devonian Lava Beds. Angus, Scotland. 18th Century. Contemporary setting. SIZE: Length: 14mm. Breadth: 10mm. Depth: 5 1/2mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 5.73 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: Most ancient Mediterranean cultures. Including the ancient Romans, Greeks, Persians and Celts believed that amethyst would ... moreprotect against becoming intoxicated, and would protect soldiers from harm in battle. In both ancient Greece and Rome rings of amethyst set in bronze were worn as charms against evil. Legends of the ancient classical Mediterranean attribute the Amethyst's lovely color to the Roman God Bacchus(the god of wine and revelry…parties! Here’s a large, very richly colored colorful 18th century handcrafted dark royal purple amethyst oval 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. Gorgeous, vibrant, and richly hued, this striking gemstone possesses breathtaking luster and very regal texture. Hand crafted by an 18th century Russian artisan into this unusual and richly colored oval cabochon. Part of an heritage renown for the production of the elaborate gemstones and jewelry of the Czars of Medieval, Renaissance, and Victorian Russia. It is a fascinating gemstone, much nicer in appearance than the images here would suggest. Thought not flawless, it is a nice quality amethyst by 18th century standards. The gemstone
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19thC Antique 15ct Garnet Ancient Safe Travel Talisman
Uncommon 19th Century Hand Cut and Faceted Fourteen and Three-Quarter Carat Green Grossular Garnet Briolette Teardrop Semi-Precious Gemstone. CLASSIFICATION: Bright Green Grossular Garnet Briolette. ORIGIN: Siberia. Russia, 19th Century. SIZE: Length: 17mm. Diameter: 10mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 14.68 carats. NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstones as a ring. Pendant, or as earrings(click for more information) DETAIL: Ancient cultures including the Celts. Greeks, Hebrews, Persians and Romans highly valued garnet. Most ancient Mediterranean populations believed that garnet would be worn for protection when traveling, as garnet was believed to warn the wearer of approaching danger. They also believed that that a garnet could give its wearer guidance in the night, allowing them to see when others could not. The ancient Greeks ... morebelieved it guarded children from drowning, and it was also thought to be a potent antidote against poisons. Here is a gorgeously colored bright green grossular garnet of very substantial proportions. Although seemingly long forgotten, grossular garnet was originally name for the gooseberry of which grossularia is the botanical name, in reference to this green variety of garnet which was originally discovered in Siberia. This particular gemstone was hand cut and faceted into a briolette teardrop, an old fashioned cut reflecting its heritage. 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. This particular type of green garnet is no longer well known outside of Russia, but as you can see, it is a beautiful and uncommon variety of garnet. This is a nice quality specimen. However this variety is characteristically somewhere between transparent and translucent– not 100% unblemished and/or absolutely transparent. As well the gemstone variety characteristically contains colorless inclusions as well. This specimen is quite characte
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Silver Roman Emperor Trajan Goddess Valor Virtus AD103
Silver Roman Denarius of Emperor Marcus Ulpius Nerva Trajanus(Trajan” with a Reverse Theme Depicting the Roman Goddess of Valor- Virtus” 103-111 A.D. OBVERSE INSCRIPTION: IMP TRAIANO AVG GER DAC P M TR P COS V P P. OBVERSE DEPICTION: The bust of Emperor Trajan. Draped, right, laureate crown(laurel wreath) REVERSE INSCRIPTION: S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI. REVERSE DEPICTION: The Goddess“Virtus” Standing right with foot atop helmet holding pilum(spear) and parazonium(short sword) spear inverted in right hand, parazonium upwards in left hand. ATTRIBUTION: City of Rome Mint sometime between 103 and 111 A.D. SIZE/MEASUREMENTS: Diameter: 18 millimeters. Weight: 3.12 grams. NOTE: Coin is mounted free of charge into your choice of pendant settings(shown in sterling silver pendant) And includes a sterling silver chain in your choice of 16" 18" ... moreor 20" length, details below or click) We can reverse coin in mounting if you prefer opposite side showing front. DETAIL: This is a handsome and fairly uncommon silver denarius produced in the city of Rome itself sometime between 103 and 111 A.D. It is in exceptionally good condition. With only very mild wear from circulation in ancient Rome, all of the legends and themes very clear and distinct. It was exceptionally well struck both front and back, on a generous planchet(blank) The strike was well-centered, and so caught virtually all of both the legends and the themes, and this is applicable to both the obverse as well as the reverse. On the whole it is an exceptional specimen, the generous planchet and well-centered strike, combined with very low circulatory wear, likely placing the coin within the top ten percentile. The obverse of the coin depicts the bust of the Roman Emperor Marcus Trajan. Emperor Trajan is depicted draped with laureate crown and accompanied by the fairly complex legend“IMP TRAIANO AVG GER DAC P M TR P COS V PP” TRAIANO” of course refers to the Emperor’s name. There being no“J” in Roman Latin the letter“I” is used. Emperor Traja
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NEW Hannibal Enemy of Rome Carthage War Elephants 257pg
Hannibal: Enemy of Rome by Leonard Cottrell. DESCRIPTION: Softcover: 257 pages. Publisher: Da Capo Press; 1992) ISBN: 0306804980. In the year 216 B.C. Hannibal of Carthage, faced with an opposing Roman army twice the size of his own, outwitted the enemy at Cannae by means which has become a classic of its kind. As a result of his famous"double pincer" maneuver, 70,000 Roman soldiers died within the space of a few hours on a field the size of New York's Central Park. Yet as devastating and startling as Cannae was, it was only one of a long list of incredible achievements. Hannibal's fantastic 1,000 mile march across the Alps from Spain to Italy was one of the wonders of ancient times. He began his hazardous journey with 90,000 infantry, 12,000 cavalry, and 37 elephants. By the time he reached Northern Italy's Po Valley, ... moremore than 30,000 of his troops and many of his elephants had perished. However despite this setback, Hannibal still managed to stay in Italy for sixteen years. Blending in biography and military adventure. Hannibal: Enemy of Rome" is a portrait of a military genius who was also a highly civilized man. The son of Hamilcar Barca, a famous general in his own right, Hannibal was a student of the Greek classics. But his father's lifelong grudge against Rome fostered in the son a great hatred for that Republic and a fierce determination to subdue it forever. This resulted in the bloody battles of Lake Trasimene, Campagnia, Nola, Capua, and Zama, all of which Leonard Cottrell describes with vigor and authority. In gathering material for"Hannibal: Cottrell traveled the entire route that Hannibal took across the Alps, thus bringing to his account a valuable first-hand knowledge of his subject. With the drama and authenticity for which he is famous, Leonard Cottrell describes Hannibal's amazing campaign. It was a saga of victory after victory, which fell just short of its ultimate goal; the annihilation of Rome. CONDITION: Remainder mark on bottom. Otherwise New, never
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NEW Caesar Against the Celts Rome Gaul Britain Pix287pg
Caesar Against The Celts by Ramon L. Jimenez. DESCRIPTION: Softcover: 285 pages. Publisher: Sarpedon; 1995) ISBN: 1885119208. Never has a nation epitomized raw power more vividly than did Rome in the century before Christ. When Julius Caesar led his legions on a nine-year war of conquest to the north. He changed the course of European history and delayed the invasions of the east for five hundred years. Caesar Against the Celts” takes the reader on each of Caesar’s campaigns in ancient France, Britain, and Germany, describing his battles on land and sea, including the invasions of England, the bridge across the Rhine, and sieges of numerous Celtic strongholds. Though Caesar’s dangerous leap across the Channel to mysterious Britain was perhaps the most spectacular feat of his northern campaigns. The climax of the war occurred at Alesia, in ... morecentral France. Here the young Celtic warrior Vercingetorix, commanding a huge coalition of rebellious tribes, finally surrendered to Caesar after an epic siege, only to be carted off to Rome in chains and put to death after his opponent’s triumphal parade. Through the narrative are descriptions of the clothing. Armor, weapons and tactics of Caesar’s devastating legionary army, as well as those of the Celtic tribes that covered Western Europe. This work also reflects the results of modern archaeological, linguistic, and historical research, including identification of the sites of many of Caesar’s battles, camps, and sieges. Julius Caesar was. Of course, his own war correspondent, leaving behind his“Commentaries on the Gallic War” as a unique record of these momentous campaigns. But modern scholarship suggests that his account of his battles in the north is less than the complete story, and that its rich detail masks a calculated political tract. Caesar Against the Celts” presents the facts, the myths, and the speculations not only about what Caesar achieved, but also how and why. The war against the Celts is described fully within the context of Caesar’s political career,
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NEW Roman View of Ancient Christians 214pg Pliny Julian
The Christians as The Romans Saw Them by Robert L. Wilken. DESCRIPTION: Hardback with Dust Jacket: 214 pages. Publisher: Yale University Press; 1984) ISBN: 0300030665. Wilken draws on a variety of sources to present"pagan criticism" of Christianity from the beginning of the early second century to the late fourth century. He relies on some Christian sources: the gospels. The letters of Paul, the works of Ignatius of Antioch and Clement of Rome and devotes a chapter each to the views of various Roman and Greek philosophers and statesmen. Contents include: I) Pliny: A Roman Gentleman; The Making of a Roman Official; Travels of a Provincial Governor; A Christian Association; Offerings of Wine and Incense. II) Christianity as a Burial Society; Church or Political Club; A Sense of Belonging; Bacchic Society; An Obscure and Secret Association; ... moreIII) The Piety of the Persecutors; Roman Religion and Christian Prejudice; The Practice of Religion; We Too Are a Religious People" IV) Galen: The Curiosity of a Philosopher; Philosophy and Medicine; Christianity as a Philosophical School; The Practice of Philosophy; The Arbitrary God of Christians. V) Celsus: A Conservative Intellectual; Begging Priests of Cybele and Soothsayers; The Deficiencies of Christian Doctrine; Demythologizing the Story of Jesus; An Apostasy from Judaism; Religion and the Social Order. VI) Porphyry: The Most Learned Critic of All; In Defense of Plato; The Jewish Scriptures; The Christian New Testament; Philosophy from Oracles; The Religion of the Emperor; Jesus Not a Magician; An Unreasoning Faith. VII) Julian the Apostate: Jewish Law and Christian Truth; The Emperor's Piety; Greek Education and Christian Values; Against the Galilaeans; The Tribal God of Jews and Christians; An Apostasy from Judaism. Epilogue. Suggestions for Further Reading. Index. CONDITION: Book is as new. Dustjacket is NOT. Pages are pristine; clean, crisp, unmarked, unmutilated, tightly bound, unread, though it seems likely that it may have been flipped through a
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NEW Courtier Life Renaissance Italy Castiglione’s Cortegiano Ettiquette 1528AD
The Fortunes of the Courtier: The European Reception of Castiglione’s Cortegiano by Peter Burke. DESCRIPTION: Softcover: 210 pages. Publisher: The Pennsylvania State University Press; 1995) List Price $35.95] Castiglione's“Cortegiano” Or“Book of the Courtier” is often read as a book embodying the spirit of the High Renaissance in Italy. It is therefore easy to forget that Castiglione wrote the Courtier as a practical guide to contemporary conduct and that it quickly became a huge success outside Italy. More than a hundred editions have appeared in numerous languages since its first publication in 1528. With this in mind, cultural historian Peter Burke sets forth in his brilliant new book to explore how readers over the years have responded to the Courtier. Because it was read so widely in Europe. The Courtier affords Burke an ideal test ... morecase for the diffusion and reception of ideas. From Poland and Hungary to England, Portugal, and even the New World, he takes us on a fascinating tour of courts, libraries, and reading rooms in search of Castiglione's ideal courtier. He shows how changing responses to the Courtier, both positive and negative, reveal changing social values and how regional variations in its reception reflect the emerging cultural map of Europe. His evidence includes printing history, translations, marginalia, and records of sale and possession. He concludes with a discussion of the later fortune of the Courtier. Including its role in the"civilizing process" and its curious appeal to writers as different as Samuel Johnson and W. B. Yeats. Informed by Burke’s considerable knowledge of printing and publishing history, this book contributes to our growing understanding of the history of the book and to our knowledge of the Renaissance and its reception. CONDITION: New. Never read. PLEASE SEE IMAGES BELOW FOR SAMPLE PAGES FROM INSIDE OF BOOK. PLEASE SEE PUBLISHER. PROFESSIONAL, AND READER REVIEWS BELOW. PUBLISHER REVIEW: REVIEW: Peter Burke is Reader in Cultural History at Emmanuel Col
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TimeLife Empires Besieged AD200-600 Fall Rome China Sassanian Persia Gupta India
Empires Besieged TimeFrame AD 200-600. DESCRIPTION: Hardcover: 175 pages. Publisher: Time-Life Books Inc; 1988) ISBN: 0809464160. The Time Frame series was released in the late 80's-early 90's. Each volume undertakes to describe the major events that happened in one specific time period in the development of mankind’s civilization(s) The volumes are richly illustrated. And designed as an introduction to the time frame covered. Especially compelling are the artists interpretations or recreations of what various ancient civilizations would have looked like– their architecture, homes, monuments, cities, daily life, jewelry, food, family life, dwellings, occupations, etc. As just one instance, the ruins of Babylon and Ur, Athens and Rome hint at the incredible richness of those fabled cities. The artist’s recreations in this series are ... moresimply mind-numbing. This is as close as you can be to actually having been there. The entire series is truly a magnificent introduction to the history of the era. If you could have just one book(or series of books) to introduce the history of humankind. This would have to be it. The overviews are concise and well-written. Together with the illustration and pictures they impart a wonderful mental and emotional“picture” of what life must have been like in various civilizations and at various times. Done in a style so wonderfully characteristic of Time-Life’s publications, these are over-sized“coffee table” type books full of impressive imagery. The pictures of the world’s greatest art and architecture alone are worth the cost of these books. But don’t get the impression that these volumes are“fluff” While a particular volume might not quite take the place as a university degree, the material is well-written, informative, and immensely intellectually gratifying, overview though it might be. This particular volume, Time-Frame AD 200-600” is sub-titled“Empires Besieged” The material is divided into a number of subjects which will give you an idea of the rich content; and incl
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Death & Burial Roman World Etruscan Afterlife Beliefs Funerary Rites Tombs Cults
Death and Burial in the Roman World by J.M.C. Toynbee. DESCRIPTION: Softcover: 336 pages. Publisher: The John Hopkins University Press; 1996) ISBN: 0801855071. Never before available in paperback. J. M. C. Toynbee's study is the most comprehensive book on Roman burial practices. Ranging throughout the Roman world, from Rome to Pompeii, from Britain to Jerusalem, Toynbee's book examines funeral practices from a wide variety of perspectives. Toynbee first examines Roman beliefs about death and the afterlife, revealing that few Romans believed in the Elysian Fields of poetic invention. She then describes the rituals associated with burial and mourning: commemorative meals at the gravesite were common, with some tombs having built-in kitchens and rooms in which family could stay overnight. Toynbee also includes descriptions of the layout ... moreand finances of cemeteries, the tomb types of both the rich and the poor, and the types of grave markers and monuments, as well as tomb furnishings. CONDITION: New. Never read. PLEASE SEE IMAGES BELOW FOR SAMPLE PAGES FROM INSIDE OF BOOK. PLEASE SEE PUBLISHER. PROFESSIONAL, AND READER REVIEWS BELOW. PUBLISHER REVIEW: REVIEW: J. M. C. Toynbee was Lawrence Professor of Classical Archaeology at Cambridge University and an honorary Fellow of Newnham College. Before her death in 1985. She served as a Fellow of the British Academy and the Royal Numismatic Society, and as a member of the faculty of the British School in Rome. She authored numerous articles and books, including“Animals in Roman Life and Art” Art in Roman Britain” The Art of the Romans” Roman Historical Portraits” and“Roman Life and Art in Britain” Contents/Chapter Headings include: 1) Etruscan Antecedents(Etruria and Rome; Ideas on Death and the Afterlife; Funerary Rites; Tomb-Forms and Cemeteries) 2) Roman Beliefs About the Afterlife. Cremation, and Inhumation; 3) Funerary Rites and the Cult of the Dead; 4) The Layout of Cemeteries and the Ownership of Tombs. Walled Cemeteries and Funerary Gardens. 5) Select
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APHRODITE- ANCIENT ETRUSCAN VOTIVE MALE HEAD
Culture- Etruscan. Date- 4th Century B.C. Material- Pottery. Condition- Intact. Mounted on a custom base stand. Provenance- Ex: Private American collection; German art market. Measurements- 8 1/4 in. High(21.5 cm. Cf: Lot 272. Sotheby's New York antiquities auction, 5 June 1998(realized $4,025) see also lot 13, Christie's South Kensington antiquities auction, 27 October 2009. This object is unconditionally guaranteed authentic. A note to our international buyers: Import duties. Taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility. Please check with your country’s customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. At times there may be delays at Customs depending on the country we ship to. Please note that delays at Customs abroad ... moreare beyond our control. We ask you to be patient and to allow additional time for your shipment to clear. Kindly note these points regarding the item you are buying: 1- This item is guaranteed authentic. 2- The images. Size, and condition in this listing are accurate and for the actual object offered. 3- We ship within 1 day of receipt of payment. 4- Returns are allowed within one week from date of receipt for full refund less shipping charges. Buyer pays for return charges. About Us We are among the top world-wide online ancient art sellers with a physical gallery location in New York City on Museum Mile. We have extensive experience in buying and selling antiquities. When acquiring antiquities. We tend to buy the finest objects and offer them at reasonable prices to our customers. We hand-pick every object and make sure it has great eye appeal as well as good upside investment potential. All objects we buy have been legally acquired, with clear titles, and if imported by us to the United States, has been done so in accordance with international laws concerning the trade in antiquities. Our buying sources are private collectors and major auction houses worldwide. Collecting
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Echoes of the Ancient World Romans Mystery Religions Sacrifice Divination Gods
Echoes of the Ancient World: The Romans: Their Gods and Their Beliefs by Margaret Lyttelton and Werner Forman. DESCRIPTION: Hardback: 128 pages. Publisher: Golden Press; 1984) ISBN: 0856134732. Similar to the always appealing. Award wining Time-Life Series documenting the Ancient World, this was part of a BBC-like series of books published in the United Kingdom by Orbis Publishing Limited. Orbis is gone and the books are out of print. The color photography(sampling below) is simply superb. The history is excellent, succinct but substantial, well-written. It was a really splendid series, and is highly collectible and sought after today, especially in British Commonwealth countries such as England, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, etc. Includes hundreds of exceptional color plates. This is truly a special publication. You’ll not regret acquiring ... moreit. Contents include: The Changing Image of the City; The Traditional Gods of Rome; Rites of Sacrifice and Divination; Augustus’s Religious Revival; Private Life and Personal Religion; The Mystery Religions. CONDITION: Shelf wear. Bumped corners, otherwise clean and in Very Good condition. PLEASE SEE IMAGES BELOW FOR SAMPLE PAGES FROM INSIDE OF BOOK. I always ship books Media Mail in a padded mailer. This book is shipped FOR FREE via USPS INSURED media mail(book rate” All domestic shipments and most international shipments will include free USPS Delivery Confirmation(you might be able to update the status of your shipment on-line at the USPS Web Site and free insurance coverage) A small percentage of international shipments may require an additional fee for tracking and/or delivery confirmation. If you are concerned about a little wear and tear to the book in transit. I would suggest a boxed shipment- it is an extra $1.00. Whether via padded mailer or box, we will give discounts for multiple purchases. International orders are welcome, but shipping costs are substantially higher. Most international orders cost an additional $23.99 for insured USPS global priori
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Time Life Great Ages of Man Age of Exploration Superb Pix Renaissance Medieval
Time-Life Great Ages of Man Series– Age of Exploration. CONDITION: Light shelf wear. Otherwise in Very Good to Like New condition. Seemingly never read. Pages are pristine; clean, unmarked, unmutilated, tightly bound. PLEASE SEE IMAGES BELOW FOR JACKET DESCRIPTION(S) AND FOR PAGES OF PICTURES FROM INSIDE OF BOOK. DESCRIPTION: Hardcover: 192 pages. Publisher: Time-Life Books Inc. 1966) The“Great Ages of Man” series was released in the mid-1960’s. Each volume undertakes to describe the major events that happened in one specific time period(or“age” in the development of mankind’s civilization(s) The volumes are richly illustrated. And designed as an introduction to the time frame covered. Especially compelling are the artists interpretations or recreations of what various ancient civilizations would have looked like– their architecture, homes, ... moremonuments, cities, daily life, jewelry, food, family life, dwellings, occupations, etc. As just one instance, the ruins of Babylon and Ur, Athens and Rome hint at the incredible richness of those fabled cities. The artist’s recreations in this series are simply mind-numbing. This is as close as you can be to actually having been there. Equally noteworthy are the photographic collections of artifacts and relics attributed to the specific age, really exceptional. The entire series is truly a magnificent introduction to the history of the era. If you could have just one book(or series of books) to introduce the history of humankind. This would have to be it. The overviews are concise and well-written. Together with the illustration and pictures they impart a wonderful mental and emotional“picture” of what life must have been like in various civilizations and at various times. Done in a style so wonderfully characteristic of Time-Life’s publications, these are over-sized“coffee table” type books full of impressive imagery. The pictures of the world’s greatest art and architecture alone are worth the cost of these books. But don’t get the impression that these volumes
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Twelve Caesars Ancient Rome Julius Tiberius Claudius Nero Augustus Caligula Otho
The Twelve Caesars by Michael Grant. DESCRIPTION: Hardback with Dust Jacket: 294 pages. Publisher: Scribner's(1975) ISBN:0684144026. Michael Grant is considered the greatest popularizer of ancient history of the century. A highly successful and renowned historian of the ancient world. This book is a biography of the lives of“The Twelve Caesars” the first twelve emperors of Imperial Rome. The book examines the public and private lives of Julius Caesar and the following eleven Roman Emperors. Grant investigates the myths and legends surrounding these men and explores the effects of their public careers on their private lives. If you’re a buff or serious student of Roman History, this is a“must have” CONDITION: LINE NEW. Unblemished save for modest edge and corner shelfwear to dustjacket(including a few very small(1/4 inch) Neatly mended ... moreclosed edge tears along top top edge of the dustjacket(front and back) Otherwise based on the tightness of the binding, it seems likely that the book was only flipped through a few times(but never actually read through) at worst lightly read once. Pages are pristine; clean, crisp, unmarked, unmutilated, tightly bound; though there's slight yellowing to the front end paper caused by the yellowing of the front dustjacket flap. Otherwise all pages are bright and clean. A handsome volume with only very mild purely cosmetic blemishes. Satisfaction unconditionally guaranteed. In stock, ready to ship. PLEASE SEE IMAGES BELOW FOR JACKET DESCRIPTION(S) AND FOR PAGES OF PICTURES FROM INSIDE OF BOOK. PLEASE SEE PUBLISHER. PROFESSIONAL, AND READER REVIEWS BELOW. PROFESSIONAL REVIEW: REVIEW: Conspiracy. Suspicion, power, corruption, poison, conquests, marauders, murders and more murders. Such is the history of Roman Empire. Then again there are copious examples from every nation's history of such dastardly acts to grab power, from Egyptians pharos, to Bourbons, to Indian Moguls, to British royalty. Human nature has changed very little in two thousand years. Now instead of murderi
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Roman Dacia (Romania) Sculpted Diamond Engraved Bronze Ring Sz4¼ AD350
Size 4 1/4 Genuine Ancient Sculpted Diamond Shaped Engraved Roman Bronze Ring 300-400 A.D. CLASSIFICATION: Ancient Roman Bronze Ring with Engraved Diamond Shaped Bezel. ATTRIBUTION: Eastern Roman Empire(Dacia) Fourth Century A.D. SIZE/MEASUREMENTS: Fits ring size 4 1/4(U.S. Diameter: 17 1/2mm(outer diameter) 16 1/2mm* 15 1/2mm(inner diameter) Bezel: 12 1/2mm(length) 11mm(breadth) 1 1/2mm(thickness) Tapered Width Band: 7 1/2mm(at bezel) 5mm(at sides) 4mm(at back) Weight: 2.56 grams. CONDITION: Very good! Completely intact. Very light wear, very light porosity(surface pitting caused by contact with earth while buried) Professionally conserved. DETAIL: An especially well crafted and well preserved ancient Roman bronze ring circa 300-400 A.D. As you can see. The design is simple, but elegant. The"bezel" or center part of this ring is ... morein an elegant diamond shape. The center of this diamond-shaped bezel is a raised, sculpted diamond. So you have a raised diamond center platform atop a diamond shaped bezel…and the raised sculpted diamond shaped center is bordered by a bunch dot diamond-shaped perimeter, and as well contains a punch-dot diamond within the center of the topmost platform. So you have a diamond shaped sculpted raised center platform which both contains a punch dot diamond, and is in turn within an engraved/punch dot diamond, atop a diamond shaped bezel which also is contained within a diamond punch-dot circumferential periphery. It is a handsome design, one quite popular for the era and region. There is some light“all-over” wear evident. But nothing significant enough to merit description. Nonetheless fate has been kind to this ring. The fact that the ring evidences some degree of wear from ancient usage should not, however, be a source of disappointment. You must keep in mind that the ring was produced by an artisan and sold to a patron or consumer with the idea that the ring would be enjoyed and worn by the purchaser. And without any regard to twenty-first century poste
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APHRODITE- ANCIENT MAGNA GRAECIA LIDDED LEKANIS
Culture- Greek. Date- 350- 330 BC. Material: Pottery. Provenance- Ex: American private collection; Ex: European art market. Condition- Intact. Measurements- 6.5 in. 16.5 cm. Cf: Lot 107. Sotheby's New York Antiquities Auction, 7 June 2007. A very rare type and design. This object is unconditionally guaranteed authentic. A note to our international buyers: Import duties. Taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility. Please check with your country’s Customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. At times there may be delays at Customs depending on the country we ship to. Please note that delays at Customs abroad are beyond our control. We ask you to be patient and to allow additional time for your shipment to clear. Kindly ... morenote these points regarding the item you are buying: 1- This item is guaranteed authentic. 2- The images. Size, and condition in this listing are accurate and for the actual object offered. 3- We ship within 1 day of receipt of payment. 4- Returns are allowed within one week from date of receipt for full refund less shipping charges. Buyer pays for return charges. About Us We are among the top world-wide online ancient art sellers with a physical gallery location in New York City on Museum Mile. We have extensive experience in buying and selling antiquities. When acquiring antiquities. We tend to buy the finest objects and offer them at reasonable prices to our customers. We hand-pick every object and make sure it has great eye appeal as well as good upside investment potential. All objects we buy have been legally acquired, with clear titles, and if imported by us to the United States, has been done so in accordance with international laws concerning the trade in antiquities. Our buying sources are private collectors and major auction houses worldwide. Collecting antiquities can be fun, exciting, and quite rewarding, provided that you buy from the right dealer- one that y
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Roman Intellectual Revolution Decline Republican Imperial Persecution Christians
Civilization and the Caesars: The Intellectual Revolution in the Roman Empire by Chester G. Starr. Author of History of the Ancient World. DESCRIPTION: Softcover: 413 pages. Publisher: W.W. Norton& Company Inc. 1965) ISBN: 0393003221. In this flowing(illustrated) survey of Roman intellectual development during the four centuries from Cicero to Augustine. Professor Starr seeks to define the causes for the decline of classical civilization. At the same time he points out that the Graeco-Roman culture carried unconsciously within it the forces of a new order of life. The sources of this new view, which were largely the same as the causes for the disintegration of classical culture, are here located in major social changes in the position of the individual human being, not in the outward growth of political autocracy or in the ever sharper ... moreclass stratification of the Roman Empire. CONDITION: Unread oversized softcover. W. W. Norton& Company(1965) 413 pages. It's"new" in the sense that it is unread. However the original owner wrote their name, neatly, in ink, at the top of the front end paper(the first blank page within the book) Otherwise the pages are pristine; clean, crisp, unmarked, unmutilated, tightly bound, unambiguously unread. Also the front and back covers evidence a wee bit of edge and corner shelfwear and rubbing, and there's a tiny little nick to the fore edge of the front cover. The book is absolutely unread, it is just a bit shelfworn consequence of sitting on a book shelf for many years. Except for the handwritten name of the original owner inside the book on the front end paper, the book's overall cndition is not too far from what might pass as"new" from an open-shelf book store(such as Barnes& Noble) wherein patrons are permitted to browse open stock, and so otherwise"new" books often show a little handling/shelf/browsing wear. Satisfaction guaranteed. In stock, ready to ship. 1447a. PLEASE SEE IMAGES BELOW FOR JACKET DESCRIPTION(S) AND FOR PAGES
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Last Legion Roman Nova Invicta Odacer Romulus Britain Riveting History Fiction
The Last Legion: a Novel by Valerio Massimo Manfredi. DESCRIPTION: Softcover: 436 pages. Publisher: Washington Square Press; 2003) ISBN: 074349198X. The Roman world is in the throes of death. But a new myth, destined to span the centuries, is waiting to be born. The camp was quiet. Mist shrouded the plains and the Nova Invicta Legion, the legendary warriors charged with protecting the last emperor of Rome, settled in for another cold and bitter night. Then, through the fog, the barbarians appeared. In a space of a few hours, all was lost and the Roman Empire lay in ruins. But not all the Romans are dead. From the dust of the battlefield, a band of seemingly immortal legionaries rise up. They are the Last Legion. Risking their lives, they attempt an audacious mission to free the young emperor and his enigmatic tutor from the hands of their ... morecaptors. The Last Legion” is a bewitching novel of bravery, love, myth, and magic. Valerio Massimo Manfredi has written an epic that will hold you spellbound until the very last page. CONDITION: New. Never read. PLEASE SEE IMAGES BELOW FOR SAMPLE PAGES FROM INSIDE OF BOOK. PLEASE SEE PUBLISHER. PROFESSIONAL, AND READER REVIEWS BELOW. PUBLISHER REVIEW: REVIEW: The author. Valerio Massimo Manfredi, is an Italian historian, archaeologist, and journalist. He is the professor of archaeology in the“Luigi Bocconi” University in Milan, and a familiar face on European television. He has published a number of scientific articles and essays as well as nine novels. His“Alexander” trilogy was published in twenty-seven languages in forty-nine countries, and he has sold the rights for a major film production in the United States. He is married with two children, and lives in a small town near Bologna. PROFESSIONAL REVIEWS: REVIEW: Valerio Massimo Manfredi is a uniquely great writer who. Like the celebrated masters of the past, can create important historical novels while still making them easy and exciting to read. READER REVIEWS: REVIEW: Mafredi knows what he is writing about. He is
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RARE Antique 19thC Demantoid Ancient Celt Roman Greek Persian Safe Travel Amulet
RARE! Exceptionally Good Quality Genuine Natural 19th Century Antique Handcrafted Faceted Russian Green Demantoid Garnet Semi-Precious Gemstone. CLASSIFICATION: Faceted Green Demantoid Garnet. ORIGIN: Ural Mountains. Russia. Late 19th century. SIZE: Diameter" 4mm. Depth: 3 1/2mm. All measurements approximate. WEIGHT: 0.28 carats. NOTES: Upon request we can set your gemstones as a ring. Pendant, or as earrings(click for more information) DETAIL: Ancient cultures including the Celts. Greeks, Hebrews, Persians and Romans highly valued garnet. Most ancient Mediterranean populations believed that garnet would be worn for protection when traveling, as garnet was believed to warn the wearer of approaching danger. They also believed that that a garnet could give its wearer guidance in the night, allowing them to see when others could not. The ... moreancient Greeks believed it guarded children from drowning, and it was also thought to be a potent antidote against poisons. The ancient Persians regarded garnet as a royal stone, and only royalty was allowed to possess the gemstone. Here is a gorgeously colored bright green demantoid garnet semi-precious gemstone. 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. This particular gemstone was hand cut and faceted into a dazzling, sparkling gemstone of tremendous brilliance and flash. 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 ruby, but also sapphire, aquamarine, topaz, amethyst, and peridot. This gemstone has every bit the flash of a diamond, and is a hundred, even a thousand times more rare. In fact demantoid garnet is one of the rarest colored gemstones in the world, and the most highly valued garnet of all. Its dispersion and reflection indexes excee
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