1940's Gold-Filled Double Aquamarine Crystal & Genuine Pearl Pendant Necklace This 1940’s gold-filled pendant necklace showcases two richly colored aquamarine crystals and a genuine cultured pearl in a leafy presentation. The total length of the pendant including bale is 1 5/8" and the width is 5/8". The faceted simlulated aquamarine ovals are set in open-back bezel frames to maximize light transmission. Below them dangles a 5mm cultured white pearl. The bale can accommodate a chain or ribbon of up to 3mm in diameter. The back of the leaf ornament is signed "PR.ST.CO 1/2012KG." The 12K gold-filled 18" chain has a spring-ring clasp. The necklace is in excellent condition and is an enduringly lovely 1940’s Retro beauty.  

Unusual Vintage Polished Onyx & Jewel Pendant Necklace, GF Bow Bale, Orig. Box This vintage gold-filled pendant uses a pretty bow and leaf bale to suspend a polished convex onyx oval set in a gold-filled bezel mounting with a jeweled center. The bow is 1 1/8" wide and the onyx oval is 5/8" high; the total height from the top of the bow to the bottom of the pendant is 1 5/8".

A satin finish on the top portion of the bow’s loops is contrasted by brightly polished edges; the leaf is satin-finished. The crystal (or clear gem) in the pendant is set open-back within a rhodium or silver diamond frame. The back of the pendant has an applied tag reading "1/20 12 K.G.F." with the jeweler’s hallmark. The fancy twist-link chain has an inner diameter of about 15" and closes with a spring-ring clasp stamped "1/20 12K GF." This circa 1955 pendant has a little dark area on the upper edge of the bezel (visible only from the side), otherwise, it’s in great condition. It will arrive in the original "The Marquis Collection" faux leather.
 

Lacy Silver Gilt Plique a Jour Enamel & Jade Flower Pin / GF Pendant Necklace This carefully hand-crafted silver vermeil flower pin / pendant is fired with subtly blended plique a jour enamels and set with a jade cabochon (it appears such, note dark speckled inclusions). The flower is 1 ¾" long, 1" wide, and 5/16" deep. The ultra fine mesh of the petals and leaves is gold-plated and covered in translucent enamel that shades from blue-gray to violet on the flowers’ outer petals and bright green to dark green on the leaves.

The 5mm center cabochon is encircled by ball-tipped stamens. The pin is stamped "Silver" on the back of the stem (likely .800 purity) and has a safety clasp pin. There is a small loop on the upper back to which I added a jump ring so you can also wear this charming flower as a pendant with the new/old stock 17" gold-filled neck chain with spring-ring clasp (included). This beguiling blossom is in excellent condition.

 

CARL-ART Gold Filled Retro Flower with Faux Ruby Crystals This curvy blossom with 1940’s Retro styling was made by Carl-Art and is gold-filled with two faceted faux rubies at the ends of the curls. The design is 2 7/8" wide and 1 5/8" high but you can position it at any angle. The cut-crystal crystals are collet-set and sparkling and have the deep fuchsia color of genuine rubies.

The brooch has the applied Carl-Art logo tag on the back and a safety clasp pin. It is in excellent condition.
 

Dramatic 6" Long 1940's Gilt Sword with Sheath 2-Piece Brooch For economy and style, why not don this vintage cloak or coat brooch that is both a deterrent to unwelcome advances as well as a noteworthy accessory! The vintage gilt sword measures 6" long with a scabbard of 1 3/8" width and 1/2" depth. The handle is hand-wrapped in twisted wire and the removable sheath is permanently attached via safety chain. Typically used to secure a shawl or heavy scarf with flair, this theatrical device also looks stunning on a sweater or coat bodice. There are no marks on the piece which has the look of sterling vermeil with a silver back; it probably dates to the 1940s. Slip this sword on your garment of choice and you’ll have an instant conversation-starter!  

1941 Rose Gold-Filled RETRO Orchid Pendant Necklace, Superb Condition! This feminine rose gold-filled necklace has the simple, stylized design of floral pieces so popular during the Cocktail Era of the 1940s. The pendant, depicting an orchid or other tropical flower, measures 1 5/8" wide by 1 ¼" high. The exotic bloom tumbles forth over a curved bar which is linked on each end to 6 ¾" of polished curb-length chain. Thus, the total interior measurement of the necklace is 15 ½". The back of the pendant is stamped "PAT 380141" dating it to 1941. The necklace is in excellent, unworn condition. Rose gold flatters every skin tone, even those not complimented by yellow gold, so this timeless Retro design will be instant flattery!  

Carved Shell Cameo of Classic Beauty; GF Pin & Pendant Mounts A classically coiffed beauty is carved in carnelian shell and set in a fancy gold-filled mounting to make a versatile brooch / pendant combination. The framed cameo measures 1 3/8" high and 1" wide. The carving is exceedingly well done: notice the daintiness of the ear, the drop earrings, and the detail on small beads of the necklace. A swinging bale allows you to wear the brooch as a pendant but drops out of sight when you prefer the safety clasp pin. The inside of the double wire-twist adorned frame is stamped "1/20 12K. G.F." This circa 1950 cameo is in excellent condition with flattering color and carving worth a second look.  

Aventurine Pendant with Koi Fish & Fortune Symbol Set with Opals, Gems This vintage Asian aventurine gemstone pendant has two sides for twice the beauty and luck! One side of the 2 5/8" has a polished aventurine stone plaque has a gold-plated good fortune symbol for a simpler look of Eastern mystery. The other side is set with engraved golden sea flora among which swim two koi fish with opal bodies. The koi have facetted amethyst eyes and blue-green smaller accent stones are set in the sea flowers. (I’ve taken images at a few different angles to capture the fire in the opals and the colors of the stones.) Aventurine is often confused with jade; it is translucent and has speckled shades of green scattered throughout.

The 24" gold-filled, spiral link chain closes with a spring-ring clasp; its profile mimics the twisted border of the pendant very nicely. It’s in great condition and could well bestow both beauty and bounty upon the wearer!  

Beautiful Young Woman Shell Cameo / Gold Filled Pin & Necklace The profile of a thoughtful young lady is captured in this vintage carved shell cameo set in a gold-filled frame. The portrait—unusual for both the style of the subject and the fact that it faces left—is 1" high. The wire-twist frame is 1 1/8" in height and comes with both a safety clasp pin back and a hinged neck chain bail which can be easily turned down when you wish to wear the cameo as a brooch. The fine gold vermeil chain is 18" long and closes with a spring-ring clasp and tag stamped "Sterling." The tag on the back of the cameo reads "1/20 12K.G.F." This vintage set is in superb condition.  

Delightful 1940's Carl-Art Gikd-Filled Flower Basket Pin with Genuine Pearls THis delightful 1940's gold-filled woven flower basket pin overflows with perky wildflowers and heart-shaped drops--each with a genuine pearl accent. The woven style basket is 1 3/4" wide and 1 1/2" high. The pin secures with a safety clasp and the applied tag is stamped "1/20 12 KTG" with the arrow hallmark of the highly respected Cal-Art company. This bountiful basket is in beautiful condition!  

Art Deco Gold Filled Bracelet with Dazzling Blue Glass Jewel Centerpiece This sleek and chic 1930s-1940s Art Deco bracelet is made of ribbed gold-filled links and centered by a large simulated cornflower blue glass jewel. The centerpiece is 1 1/8" long and 5/8" wide. The facetted jewel has intense color and sparkle with no flaws. The bracelet is 7 1/4" long; its spring-ring clasp is stamped "1/20 12KT G.F." and there is a partial mark on the reverse of the center ornament. This versatile and timelessly stylish bracelet is in excellent condition.
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Theatrical MODERNIST Sterling Silver Ring with Tiger's Eye This dramatic mid-century Modernist sterling silver ring is set with a mystical tigers-eye quartz orb. The daring design swoops outward with a closed loop that can be worn facing up or down the finger. The ring measures ¾" high and is a size 5 1/2. The silver tests as sterling. It is not signed but it is clearly by a theatrically inclined artist and will set you apart from the simple stone-on-a-thin-band crowd!!  

1940's Gold-Filled RETRO Open Links Bracelet This "cocktail couture" 1940’s gold-filled bracelet has the striking bold styling typical of the transitional period from late Art Deco to early Retro Moderne. The bracelet is 7 1/8" long with peaked and tapered bars connecting the openwork links. The spring-ring clasp is especially sleek and compliments the overall style nicely. A connecting ring is stamped "1/20 12KGF." Perfect with tailored looks or more dressy ensembles, this snazzy gold-filled bracelet is in great condition.  

Dainty 1940s Retro Rose & Yellow Gold-Filled Flower Necklace A lovely 1940’s Retro style gold-filled flower forms the pendant on this feminine necklace. The rose and yellow gold flower is 1 ½" long (not including the bail) and hangs from a simple and dainty 18" long chain. The back of the bail is stamped "A&Z, 1/2012K GF" and the spring-ring clasp is stamped "1/20 12K GF." This Retro necklace is in wonderful condition and adds a graceful note to the neckline.  

Large WINARD Triple Opal Gold-Filled Vintage Pendant Necklace Not the typical tiny opal pendant, this 1950’s vintage gold-filled pendant measures 1 5/8" high and 1 ¼" wide and showcases a trio of fiery opal cabochons. Each opal is set in a fancy cup mounting; the surrounding scroll and chain frame really focuses attention on the iridescent jewels. The back of the pendant has a tag stamped "WINARD 12K G.F." with the number 7 in the center. The 22" long fancy link chain closes with a spring-ring clasp stamped "1/20 12K." The necklace is in excellent condition and will surely garner many a compliment for its wearer!