Cabochon Objets d'Art and Vertu

Edwardian parasol handle made in France. Very beautiful and elegant piece, created in Paris France during the Edwardian and Belle Epoque periods, back in the 1900. This fabulous parasol handle has been designed with French neo-classic patterns in the style of Louis XVI. Crafted by assembling pieces made up in 18 karats yellow gold, carved citrine and amber color faux tortoise. The baton is fitted with a screw to attach to any parasol or cane. The round gold parts on top are made with multiple leaf motifs, bows, tassels and floral clusters, typical from the Belle Epoque period. Gemstones: The top part is mounted, with 1 cylinder cabochon cut of natural translucent citrine quartz of about 120 carats. Birthstone: Citrine, for the month of November. Weight: 66.95 Grams, (42.91 Dwt). Measurements: 248 mm by 20 mm (9.75 x 0.79 Inches). Hallmarks: Both gold parts are stamped with French marks; the head of the eagle for the assay and warranty of the 18kt gold and the maker's maitre mark inside a lozange cartouche. Edwardian era, like the Georgian and Victorian eras before it, derives its name from the reign of the English King, Edward VII (1901-1910). Edwardian jewelry is known for representing femininity while incorporating a lot of the color white. Think diamonds, pearls and white metals like platinum and white gold. Diamonds often had an Old Mine or European cut and sapphires were a popular choice for a pop of color. They tended to be made from platinum and diamonds – the more, the merrier – and used fashionable, intricate techniques such as filigree and millegrain. Edwardian rings are works of art and best worn alone or alongside a simple wedding band...

A Retro gold fan-shaped hand mirror with engraved design and twisted borders, set with a cabochon ruby, in 18k. Cartier, #795. Original silk fitted case. The perimeter of the mirror...

There is a name which jewellery enthusiasts adore hearing, and that is Cartier, especially 'Cartier London', and when you combine that with the term 'Art Deco' they might just melt d...

The Following Item we are offering is a Rare Magnificent European Sterling Silver Antique Cigarette Case Possibly English or Rus...

Native American Benjamin Becenti Sterling Silver Inlay Storyteller Buckle & Conchos Benjamin Becenti is well-known for his storryteller pieces. This belt buckle and concho set inclu...

An exceptional piece - Art nouveau Opal Brooch from original catalogue of french jeweller Edouard Aimé Arnould, circa 1910 opal origin - Australia...

Box of Scarab with 22K yellow gold, 1 green tourmaline 212ct., 4 red garnet 3,24ct. and 4 green tourmaline 3,76ct.

An exceptional piece - Art nouveau Opal Brooch from original catalogue of french jeweller Edouard Aimé Arnould, circa 1910 brooch measurement...

This special vessel features a spring green guilloche Enamel on a Fine Silver disk housed in a casing that we fabricated from Shibuichi, a traditional Japanese decorative alloy made ...

This spectacular Vessel features an African Spessartite Garnet set in an 18k Gold bezel with a stripe of green champleve Enamel. It’s perched on top of a cobalt blue guilloche Enamel...

This magnificent Swiss Art Deco minaudière compact is believed to have been owned by renowned film star Joan Fontaine. Crafted of sterling and gilded sil...

A fine vintage letter opener. Designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. With a lustrous hematite blade and an applied 18 karat yellow gold wirework handle. Marked to handle....

This elegant scarf clip is a fine example of modernistic tendencies in Victorian jewellery design which started to devellop from 1875 ca. This little jewel was created in 1880 ca ou...

A fine set of 6 antique gold plate and banded agate buttons. Comprising 6 buttons with banded agate cabochons to the center. Each in a gold plate setting. Each with a loop to the ...

This reverse crystal of a boxer dog wearing a red dog collar has been hand carved and hand painted in the last quarter of the 19th century. The crystal is mounted in a red gold setti...

Madleine Kay 18k yellow gold "Lions Head" with green garnet eyes Specifications: main stone: green garnets brand: custom metal: 18K yellow gold type: Pendant ...

Native American ATB Sterling Silver Stone Inlay Belt Buckle & Conchos This concho belt set includes 1 belt and 8 conchos that all feature a sterling silver overlay design with 2 inl...

A fine, small scale Southwestern covered box. In the Navajo style. In solid silver (likely sterling). Bezel set with a turquoise cabochon to the lid. Marked with a maker's mark J...

Superb Jugendstil Buckle designed by Max Gradl for Theodor Fahrner Additional Information: Material: Silver, enamel, chalcedonies Origin: Germany, c. 1900 Marks: 'Depose' 'TF' & '900...

A fine Mexican sterling silver box. With a malachite cabochon to the lid surrounded by silver knops. The rim of the lid is braided, and the side of the body is decorated with knop...

Never Give Up Unique design men's cufflinks with citrine tourmaline and colored enamels on rhodium-plated sterling silver. Funny handmade cufflinks depicting a pelican eating a frog ...

A very fine cylindrical sterling silver box by Jocelyn Burton. The box's lid is richly encrusted with miniature silver sea shells and bezel set with 2 ...

This is a gorgeous and very rare Museum Quality Liberty & Co. Sterling Silver and Turquoise Cymric Pattern Six-Piece Dresser Set from the estate of legendary philanthropist and c...

Beautiful antique wax stamp/seal with a sophisticated smooth simple design on the honey caramelized brown with tints of orange carnelian stone in a ...

A vintage Navajo station belt by Leonard Platero, crafted in sterling silver and composed of individually articulated concho-style stations joined by coordinating links. Each station...

18k gold two pens (one rollerball and one fountain) and a lighter set by Parker, in original fitter box. Pens are 130mm long each, lighter measures 55mm x ...

Making a refined yet distinctive statement, the Namesake cufflinks are crafted in 18ct yellow gold and set with deep black onyx, creating a timeless contrast between elegance and cha...

Vessel Color: Deep Blue Size: Diameter 1-3/8" X 2-1/8"" Tall This beautiful vessel bears a classical Sterling Silver acanthus leaf medallion inset into its cap. Designed and carved in relief by master engraver Amayak Stepanyan, its low dome is crowned with a 6 mm diameter natural Hematite gemstone set in one of our signature Sterling Silver bezels. The vessel also features a Rose Engine...

This organic vessel has been Rose Engine carved with an 18-cycle sinewave pattern on both the cap and body, complimenting the subtlety of the lustrous fini...

High quality Antique Natural Jade Jadeite Carving; beautiful translucency, when held to the light, the carving shows off a subtle variation of soft gre...

A pair of cufflinks reminiscent of the onyx beads our grandmother favoured for daily use, while gliding around the streets of Shanghai. Forged in 18ct gold, it bears our trademark do...

Very fine and unusual ruby and 18K yellow gold perfume bottle of French origin, circa late 19th century. Originally from the estate of Queen Nazli of Egypt. Hallmarks: maker's mark...

This exceedingly unusual desk accessory is an ornate 'paper clip' by the noted maker, Dreyfous. The clip is crafted from gilt sterling silver and features a large slab of polished am...

Vessel Color: Bright Burnt Orange Size: Diameter 1-3/8" X 2-1/8"" Tall This special Vessel features a truly artisinal gemstone created by our longtime partners at the Wackler Gem Company. It is a Doublet consisting of a hemispherical Rutilated Quartz cabochon bonded to a lower flat layer of Condor Agate from the Patagonia region of Argentina. Encasing this special gem is another truly unique feature of this Vessel: a lathe-turned and Rose Engine engraved setting made of Mokume Gane patterned metal constructed from layers of Sterling Silver, Copper and 5% Shibuichi, a traditional Japanese copper/silver alloy for sword furniture and decorative metalwork. Each metal in the fused laminate reacts differently to the applied patina to reveal the woodgrain patterns that run throughout the thickness of the metal. These patterns are not surface treatments like electroplated colors so they are durable and can be restored to their original colors if ever needed. Supporting the spectacular gemstone is a Bright Burnt Orange Vessel...

Vessel Color: Deep Blue Size: Diameter 1-3/8" X 2-3/4" Tall This vessel features a Rose Engine carved and engraved cap complimented by a classic body fluted on our 1875 Ornamental Lathe. It's topped with a Sterling Silver finial cast from a relief engraving by Amayak Stepanyan that was made exclusively for Astral Vessels. The fierce Dragon encircles all as it clutches the sphere of its desire! Towering above the engraved clouds below is a naturally colorful cabochon gemstone cut from Oregon...