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This bold statement ring centers a 24k gold Philip II stater, struck between 359 and 336 BC in the kingdom of ancient Macedonia, during the reign of the man who would forge the most powerful military force the ancient world had yet seen — and father Alexander the Great.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePhilip II minted these staters in significant quantities for a specific, pragmatic purpose: to pay his Celtic mercenary armies. These soldiers, drawn from across the ancient world, demanded payment in gold they could trust. The stater — bearing the serene, laurel-crowned head of Apollo on the obverse and the god Zeus driving his victorious biga (two-horse chariot) on the reverse, with ΦΙΛΙΠΠΟΥ (\"Philip\") inscribed in Greek letters — became the currency of conquest. What you hold is not a reproduction or a tribute. 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The condition of this ring is outstanding.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiamonds\u003cbr\u003eCut: Old European Cut\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 1=0.74 ct\u003cbr\u003eMeasurements: 6 x 5.8 x 3.63 mm\u003cbr\u003eColor: F\/G\u003cbr\u003eClarity: VS1\/2\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiamonds\u003cbr\u003eCut: Round Brilliant Cuts\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 52 =1.68 cts\u003cbr\u003eMeasurements: 2 mm\u003cbr\u003eColor: F\/G\u003cbr\u003eClarity: VS1\/2\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRubies: Natural\u003cbr\u003eCut: calibrated step cut\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 16=0.60 cts\u003cbr\u003eMeasurements: 1.5 x 1 x 1.8 mm\u003cbr\u003eColor: Bright Red with Pinkish Overtones\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: 15. mm x 3.7 mm\u003cbr\u003eMetal: Platinum marked and tested\u003cbr\u003eMarkings: PT d1311\u003cbr\u003eFinger Size: 5 1\/2 (sizable)\u003cbr\u003eCirca: 1950-60\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Vintage Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47931575697722,"sku":"RG10025","price":8800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/7398\/7898\/files\/diamond-and-ruby-cocktail-ring-in-platinum-1935215.jpg?v=1788269470"},{"product_id":"art-deco-platinum-toi-et-moi-ring-marquise-fancy-yellow-diamond-blue-sapphire-petra-star","title":"Art Deco Platinum Toi et Moi Ring – Marquise Fancy Yellow Diamond \u0026 Blue Sapphire | Petra Star","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThis sensational 1930s Art Deco Toi et Moi ring takes the classic bypass design to new heights, pairing a striking GIA-certified 0.94 ct fancy brownish yellow marquise diamond with a vivid 1.21 ct natural blue sapphire. Securely set in a beautifully handmade platinum mounting, the centerpiece stones are accented by a halo of baguette, round brilliant, and single cut diamonds (totaling 0.14 cts, G\/H VS1-2), all meticulously pavé and prong set for maximum brilliance and refinement.\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.antiquejewellerycompany.com\/antique-two-stone-engagement-rings-a-toi-et-moi-ring-guide\/\" class=\"inline\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eUnlike bulkier designs, this vintage masterpiece boasts a perfectly graduated shank, low finger profile, and delicate but secure prongs—making it both visually refined and supremely comfortable. The color contrast between the sunny marquise diamond and deep blue sapphire is the hallmark of rare Art Deco style, and bespoke hallmarks (serial 59977 PT 950 SC 10% IRID.PLAT) attest to its period authenticity and superb craftsmanship. With elegant geometry, original platinum, and remarkable stones, this bypass ring stands apart as a true connoisseur’s jewel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eArt Deco, circa 1930s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHandmade platinum, 10% iridium, hand-inscribed serial + 18k yellow gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiamond:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e0.94 ct GIA fancy brownish yellow, marquise cut, SI1 (10.81 x 7.22 x 4.44 mm), GIA #6157001787\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSapphire:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e1.21 ct natural oval, strong blue (5PB 4\/10 GemGuide), VS clarity (7.28 x 4.85 x 3.82 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccent Diamonds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e6 = 0.14 cts, straight baguettes, single \u0026amp; round cut, G\/H VS1-2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eLow profile, bypass, graduated shank, delicate prongs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e14.3 mm, 2.7–1.7 mm wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e6.5 (inquire for sizing options)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eExceptional Art Deco condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Makes This Ring Exceptional:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eRare contrast: Fancy yellow marquise diamond \u0026amp; saturated blue sapphire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eAuthentic Art Deco geometry, hand-set in richly detailed platinum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eGraduated, non-bulky shank and delicate settings for true vintage elegance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eGIA lab report and full hand-inscribed markings for authenticity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eAn heirloom-quality, showstopping “you and me” ring perfect for connoisseurs, collectors, vintage engagement seekers, and admirers of rare colored gemstones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Vintage Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47931576353082,"sku":"RG10026","price":7800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/7398\/7898\/files\/art-deco-platinum-toi-et-moi-ring-marquise-fancy-yellow-diamond-blue-sapphire-petra-star-9212292.jpg?v=1788269469"},{"product_id":"unheated-3-70ct-ceylon-sapphire-georgian-inspired-three-stone-ring-petra-star","title":"Unheated 3.70ct Ceylon Sapphire Georgian Inspired Three-Stone Ring | Petra Star","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSome gemstones carry history. This one carries centuries of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAt the heart of this Georgian-inspired three-stone ring rests a 3.70-carat antique cushion-cut sapphire of Sri Lankan origin — and not just any sapphire. Recently submitted to GIA Laboratory, it returned with a result that stops collectors in their tracks: \u003cstrong\u003eunheated\u003c\/strong\u003e. In today's market, where the vast majority of sapphires are routinely heat-treated to enhance color and clarity, an unheated Ceylon sapphire of this size is a genuine rarity. GIA Laboratory Report No. 6234347881 confirms what the eye already suspects — this stone is exactly as nature intended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Makes a Sri Lankan Sapphire Exceptional\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eCeylon sapphires have been treasured for over 2,000 years and remain among the most coveted gemstone origins in the world. Their legendary status comes from the low-iron geology of Sri Lanka's alluvial deposits, which produces a characteristic cornflower-to-velvety-blue saturation with extraordinary transparency — that coveted \"lit from within\" luminosity. Unheated stones of this caliber command significant premiums at auction, and fine examples increasingly appear in major estate and collector sales. Some of the world's most celebrated sapphires — including the stone in Princess Diana's engagement ring — are Sri Lankan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMetal:\u003c\/b\u003e 18k black rhodium white gold \u0026amp; 18k yellow gold\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinger Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 5.75\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eGemstone: \u003c\/b\u003eEarth mined\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCut: \u003c\/b\u003eAntique cushion cut formerly Ceylon origin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 3.70 ct\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eColor:\u003c\/b\u003e Violetish Blue \/ GemGuide Grading: 7.5PB 3\/10 #7\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eClarity:\u003c\/b\u003e Eye clean\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.58 x 7.28 x 6.16 mm\u003cbr\u003eGIA Laboratory No. \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"GIA Lab Report 6234347881\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gia.edu\/report-check?locale=en_US\u0026amp;reportno=6234347881\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e6234347881\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiamonds:\u003c\/b\u003e 2 = J\/K SI1-3\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis is not a ring you encounter often. 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A new jewel built with the same reverence for proportion, comfort, and quiet beauty that defined the original.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe result is one of the most intimate rings we make at Petra Star.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAt its heart sits a GIA-certified 0.80 carat Old European cut diamond, laser-inscribed and accompanied by a laboratory report confirming both its authenticity and its exceptional character. The color is Light Fancy Brown—a designation that does little justice to what you actually see: a warm, luminous champagne with depth that shifts under changing light, honeyed in sun, amber-tinged by candlelight. Far from a compromise, fancy brown Old European cuts were prized in the period this setting evokes, when color and fire told a story that cold white stones simply could not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eFlanking the center stone, a matched pair of Old European cut side diamonds in I\/J color with VS2–SI1 clarity complete the three-stone composition—their rounded silhouettes echoing the center stone's period character in perfect proportion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe setting itself is the story. Crafted in solid 14k yellow gold, it is intentionally, unapologetically shallow—the band rising just 3.4mm above the finger, tapering gracefully from 7mm at the shoulders to a slender 1.9mm at the back. The prongs are delicate and period-appropriate, letting the diamond speak. And then there is the detail that antique jewelry aficionados will recognize immediately: the pointed culet of the diamond rests gently against the skin. This is not an accident. It is a hallmark of antique construction—a quality lost when the modern brilliant cut standardized the flat culet—and wearing it is its own quiet pleasure. 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The ring has a low profile with a wide spread. I have seen many of these in my treasure hunting.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiamond\u003cbr\u003eCut: Old Mine Cut\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 1=0.75 cts \u003cbr\u003eMeasurements: 6 x 5.2 x 3.52 mm\u003cbr\u003eColor: I\u003cbr\u003eClarity: SI2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut: Old European Cuts\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 8=2.60 cts\u003cbr\u003eColor: H-J\u003cbr\u003eClarity: VS1-SI1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions:  3\/4\" wide\u003cbr\u003eSize: 5.25 (inquire about sizing)\u003cbr\u003eMetal: Platinum\u003cbr\u003eMarkings: PLAT\u003cbr\u003eCirca: 1920's\u003cbr\u003eCondition Rating: Excellent Condition\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Vintage Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50141947691322,"sku":"RG10062","price":12800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/7398\/7898\/files\/platinum-diamond-art-deco-cigar-band-2402649.jpg?v=1788269051"},{"product_id":"wheel-at-the-helm-pendant","title":"Wheel at the Helm Pendant 14.1 Grams","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is an amazing pendant, originally from a solid 18k gold key ring, it has been converted by adding the bail.  The helm spins smoothly.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 1.5\" long including the bail x 26.7 mm wide x 7 mm thick\u003cbr\u003eMarkings: none (on original key ring that was removed)\u003cbr\u003eCirca: 1960's \u003cbr\u003eMetal: 18k yellow gold\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 14.1 grams\u003cbr\u003eCondition Rating: 8 (minor surface scratches, bail was recently added)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Vintage Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50277046485306,"sku":"NK10038","price":2860.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/7398\/7898\/files\/wheel-at-the-helm-pendant-141-grams-2804480.jpg?v=1788268989"},{"product_id":"victorian-etruscan-revival-necklace","title":"Victorian Etruscan Revival 14k Gold Bead Necklace, Granulated Beads, 1850-1880, DC Maker's Mark, 17.5\", Antique Fine Jewelry","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA graduated strand of Etruscan Revival gold beads, made in the mid-to-late nineteenth century when goldsmiths across Europe and America were looking to antiquity for inspiration. 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The bead-and-spacer construction and small proportions make it an easy layering piece — worn on its own it sits close to the neck with quiet texture, and worn with one or two longer chains it adds warmth and dimension without competing for attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 5.8-4 mm beads with spacers\u003cbr\u003eLength: 17.5\" length\u003cbr\u003eClasp: Tube Bead Clasp\u003cbr\u003eMetal: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003etests as 14k yellow gold strung on gold filled chain\u003cbr\u003eCirca: 1850-1880\u003cbr\u003eMarkings: makers mark 'DC' on clasp\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 18.5 grams\u003cbr\u003eCondition: in exceptionally good condition for their age \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Vintage Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51133079257402,"sku":"NK10049-1","price":3850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/7398\/7898\/files\/victorian-etruscan-revival-14k-gold-bead-necklace-granulated-beads-1850-1880-dc-makers-mark-175-antique-fine-jewelry-2232855.jpg?v=1788268869"},{"product_id":"rare-antique-carnelian-erotic-intaglio-pendant-14k-gold-bezel-petra-star","title":"Rare Antique Carnelian Erotic Intaglio Pendant 14k Gold","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eStep into the extraordinary with this rare, collector-worthy antique erotic intaglio pendant from Petra Star. Dating from the 1800s or earlier, each finely engraved carnelian features a boldly intimate scene, reflecting centuries-old traditions of personal adornment and private symbolism. Antique erotic intaglios have fascinated collectors for generations, valued both for their historic intrigue and exquisite craftsmanship.\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.orientalartauctions.com\/object\/art600707-an-erotic-garnet-intaglio-17th-18th-century-ad\" class=\"inline\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eExpertly mounted in a simple 14k yellow gold bezel—custom made within the last 30 years—each pendant is a one-of-a-kind celebration of individuality and antique artistry. The natural carnelian ranges from vibrant, translucent orange to deep burnt hues, with unique inclusions testifying to its natural origin and age, yet uncompromised in integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStone:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCarnelian intaglio, finely engraved erotic scene\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMount:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e14k yellow gold, modern bezel\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRanges from orange to deep burnt, each pendant unique\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCollector-grade, rare antique erotic jewelry\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCirca 1800s or earlier\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThese pendants are more than just jewelry—they are portals to the secret language of the past, perfect for connoisseurs who seek the remarkable and the truly unique. 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The gold surfaces — the beak, the talons — catch the light in warm contrast against the silver-set body, a hallmark technique of mid-19th-century fine jewelers who understood that a bird in flight should glint like one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eRose cut diamonds are pavé-set throughout the body, their flat-backed, domed faces producing the soft, candlelit scatter that only antique cuts achieve. This is not the icy flash of a modern brilliant — it is something quieter and more alive, the kind of movement that comes from facets cut by hand for a single, specific stone. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe eye is set with a single natural table-cut ruby — a vivid, saturated red that reads immediately across a room. Table cuts of this kind are among the oldest faceting styles still found in fine jewelry, deeply consistent with a pre-1860s attribution. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis pendant arrived as a brooch and has been recently and thoughtfully converted. The original piece retains all of its period integrity; the conversion allows it to be worn as intended for today's collector — close to the body, freely, as a pendant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eA hallmark is present on the backside of the crown. The mark has resisted identification through World Hallmarks reference volumes and remains unattributed at this time. Research is ongoing; we welcome any hallmark expertise our customers may bring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWe believe this bird to be a cockatiel, though we are not ornithologists — and we genuinely invite correction. What is beyond dispute is the quality of its execution: the stance, the articulation of the feathers in metal, the tension in those golden talons. 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The foiled closed-back setting, a technique perfected by Georgian silversmiths, placed a thin metallic layer directly behind each stone, amplifying candlelight from within and producing a warm, almost incandescent glow that no modern brilliant cut can replicate. This extraordinary pendant carries that technology intact — in sixty-six diamonds that have shimmered by firelight for over two centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eOriginally fashioned as a brooch, the classic Georgian form for statement diamond pieces, this pendant has been thoughtfully and respectfully converted: a period-appropriate Georgian bail now allows it to be worn exactly as it was always meant to be seen — centered, suspended, undeniable. The silver mounts retain their deep, rich antique patina, each collet still gripping its stone precisely as a Georgian silversmith intended. There are no hallmarks — Georgian pieces rarely bear them — but every detail of construction speaks to the craft of the early 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe single rose cut diamond at center, estimated at 0.50 carats and measuring 6.3 × 6.1 mm, anchors the composition with the characteristic warmth and depth that only hand-finished stone cutting achieves. Surrounding it, sixty-five rose cut diamonds totaling an estimated 2.08 carats radiate outward in a design that balances architectural geometry with the organic, hand-worked texture of a pre-industrial maker's hand. 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The diamond was entrusted to renowned diamond cutter Maarten deWitte, also known as \"The Diamond Wizard,\" formerly of Hearts on Fire. With meticulous skill, he removed the wear and tear while preserving its weight, resulting in a brighter, whiter gem with enhanced sparkle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo ensure full transparency, we sent the diamond to GIA for certification, providing you with confidence in its quality and authenticity. A timeless treasure, this diamond is ready to shine again in its next setting. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake this a pair of studs by matching it with its counterpart, pulled from the same necklace. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiamond\u003cbr\u003eCut: Circular Brilliant\u003cbr\u003eColor: G\u003cbr\u003eClarity: SI1\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 1 = 1.78 cts exact\u003cbr\u003eMeasurements: 7.39 x 7.66 x 5.16 mm\u003cbr\u003eGIA Inscription: 2231469334\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Vintage Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50462383046970,"sku":"LS10006","price":10850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/7398\/7898\/files\/edwardian-era-diamond-with-gia-lab-report-178-ct-gsi1-7694703.jpg?v=1788268568"},{"product_id":"antique-victorian-slide-bracelet-1880s-13-slides-gold-pearl-opal-garnet-turquoise-tongue-clasp-w-safety-chain","title":"Antique Victorian Slide Bracelet 1880s | 13 Slides Gold, Pearl, Opal, Garnet, Turquoise | Tongue Clasp w\/ Safety Chain","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA Victorian slide bracelet at its most exuberant — thirteen individually made slides, each a small tableau in its own right, threaded onto a paired-strand chain and secured by a tongue clasp with its original safety chain. Slide bracelets of this era were rarely made as a single commission; they were assembled over time, one slide acquired or gifted at a time, and this example reads as exactly that kind of collected piece. The metal content bears it out: \u003cstrong\u003efour slides test 9–10k gold\u003c\/strong\u003e,\u003cstrong\u003e four slides along with the clasp and chain test 14k, one slide is silver, and four are gold filled\u003c\/strong\u003e — a material variety consistent with a bracelet built slide by slide rather than cast as a matched set, and part of what makes assembled slide bracelets a genuine collecting category rather than a compromised one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe slide motifs move fluidly between the sentimental and the whimsical, as was typical of the period. A crescent moon set with a turquoise cabochon sits beside a heart pierced with a star-set stone; a cluster of faceted garnets gives way to a starburst-centered square holding a cabochon of green glass, a period substitute used deliberately for color and economy rather than as a later alteration. Pearls and opals recur throughout the smaller geometric slides, and a domed oval link is set with a cabochon in a soft pink hue. A turquoise cluster in a quatrefoil form and an engraved bombé link with a faceted garnet round out the run. 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The butterflies emerge from the shoulders with a weightlessness that speaks to hand-fabrication—each wing carved in profile, anatomically precise, a motif the Art Nouveau craftsman drew from direct observation of nature rather than stylized convention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe jade itself carries the soft celadon green characteristic of superior Chinese material, its surface showing the quality that only untreated stone possesses. Period records indicate Chinese jade reached European workshops through expanding trade networks in the late nineteenth century, and artists working in the Art Nouveau idiom were drawn to it for precisely this reason: it allowed the level of intricate carving that distinguished high-end work from commercial production. The stone has aged gracefully, with no visible treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe band is 22k yellow gold—a metal choice consistent with the period's luxury jewelry standards. Chinese hallmarks are present. The ring is currently sized to an 8 and can be resized upon request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThis is the kind of piece that rewards close examination: the butterfly shoulders are not mass-produced blanks but individually articulated, the jade has the depth of color that suggests genuine geographic origin, and the overall restraint—no enameling, no secondary stones, just stone and metal—reflects a maker confident enough to let the material speak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGemstones:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiamonds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCut:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e faceted rounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 = 0.07 cts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eH\/I\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e VS2\/SI1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e17.8 x 14.7MM Untreated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e11.1 x 13.9 MM Face tapering to 5 MM Wide\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMetal:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e22k yellow gold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarkings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eChinese Markings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCirca:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003erepurposed materials: diamond link and chain circa 1920\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e8.2 grams\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinger Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e8 (inquire about sizing)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circa 1910\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Vintage Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51132970664250,"sku":"RG10116","price":3450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/7398\/7898\/files\/art-nouveau-chinese-jade-saddle-ring-22k-with-butterfly-6489646.jpg?v=1788268395"},{"product_id":"art-nouveau-chinese-dragon-jade-brooch-pendant-in-22k-gold-heirloom-statement","title":"Art Nouveau Chinese Dragon \u0026 Jade Brooch\/Pendant in 22k Gold – Heirloom Statement","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThis spectacular Art Nouveau brooch and pendant is a true collector’s treasure—handcrafted in luxurious 22k yellow gold with an ornate Chinese dragon motif encircling a luminous natural jade bead. The piece captures the vibrant spirit of Chinese New Year, with the dragon rendered in dynamic motion and exquisite detail. Solid, heavy, and opulent, it showcases the extraordinary revival artistry of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/buy\/dragon-brooch\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e✨ Design \u0026amp; Details:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eDragon motif inspired by ancient Chinese symbolism—invoking strength, luck, and renewal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eSolid 22k yellow gold body, expertly handworked for substantial weight and heirloom quality - 12.1 Grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eNatural jade bead centerpiece adds a touch of vibrant green and cultural significance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eBrooch and pendant function: Versatile with a 14k gold brooch finding and bail for strength and secure wear\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eArt Nouveau era—rare, highly sought after for its organic lines and East-West fusion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003eDimensions: 30.3 x 29.75 x 10 MM with a 7.5 MM Jade Bead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e🐉 Chinese Dragon Symbolism\u003cbr\u003eThe Chinese dragon is a beloved icon of prosperity, vitality, and good fortune—particularly honored during Chinese New Year celebrations. In Art Nouveau jewels, this motif signifies both the era’s passion for world art and the power of transformation found in nature-inspired design.\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/buy\/dragon-brooch\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Vintage Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51133057368378,"sku":"BRO10007","price":4450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/7398\/7898\/files\/art-nouveau-chinese-dragon-jade-broochpendant-in-22k-gold-heirloom-statement-2944998.jpg?v=1788268393"}],"url":"https:\/\/petrastar.com\/el\/collections\/high-value.oembed?page=5","provider":"Petra Star","version":"1.0","type":"link"}