Gold Objets d Art and Vertu

Our Wise Box is like a Faberge's objects de virtu, yet wildly modern lacquer. The box is exquisitely made by The Lacquer Company especially for Janet M...

Multi-lobed, gold vinaigrette with black enamel embellished with a diamond shape. The hinged lid is decorated with enamel flowers in green, pink, and white. The vinaigrette opens to ...

An antique garnet set desk seal, with pavé set rose-cut garnets on the handle, mounted in silver, with a gold seal, engraved with the head of a man, with a Roman hairstyle, circa 185...

Mellerio Paris, A French Gold, Diamonds, Silver-Gilt, Rock Crystal, Enamel, Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Agate, Emerald, and Obsidian Polo Player, Carved Horse Sculpture, Jeweled Mounted Object. An extremely rare and unique, one of a kind French Carved Horse Sculpture, Jeweled Mounted Object sculpture "CHEVAUX DE LEGENDE", "A Legendary Horse" by Mellerio, Paris, circa 1999. Sitting on black obsidian base, the solid rock-crystal slab is finely applied with a carved obdisian hardstone horse and polo player, mounted in 18k gold, brilliant -cut diamonds, emaralds, enamel, lapis lazuli, and agate, .The obsidian base with a plaque engraved: CHEVAUX DE LEGENDE" / MELLERIO DITS MELLER PARIS / 5003 DIV The piece is in excellent condition and comes with a custom made wood case made for transport. It's very elegant and has French hallmarks throughout. A truly magnificent piece. Measures 12" high x 8" wide x 4" deep Founded in France in 1613 by the descendants of Italian immigrants from the Vigezzo Valley in the north of Italy, Mellerio is one of the oldest jewellery houses in Europe. The family business soon attracted the attention of the Royal Court and Marie Antoinette herself reportedly purchased a precious bracelet featuring 7 cameos surrounded by rubies in 1780. Later on, in the 19th century, Mellerio became the official supplier of the French Royal family and the Court of Netherland. Mellerio creates many jewellery items, all set with rare gems such as peridots, amethysts, aquamarines, citrines and topaz, applying for a patent, the flexible stem, a very supple and light jewellery mechanism. Mellerio remains also well known for their spectacular series of Art Nouveau jewels, created at the beginning of the 20th century, as well as for the creation of trophies rewarding some of the greatest footfall and tennis players of history. In 1993, the jewellery house launched their first watch collection. Today, Mellerio has stores in Paris, Japan and Hong Kong. July 14, 1789: this date is known throughout the world as the beginning of the French Revolution. According to a ledger belonging to House of Mellerio, this was also the day that the jeweler sold a golden key to the Comte de Coutance for 10 livres. This ledger, as well as inventories dating as far back as 1768, are the jeweler’s oldest archives. These archives have continued to grow over the years, as the House, established on rue de la Paix in Paris, still lives on today, still in the hands of the same family from Craveggia, in the North of Italy. The tumultuous history of the Mellerio family in France probably goes as far back as the Italian wars of the Renaissance, but the first official document proving their commercial activity in Paris dates back to 1613. This document is the famous royal warrant awarded by Marie de Medici to a number of Italian families established along the rue des Lombards, including the Mellerios, allowing them to sell “small jewelery items”, therefore granting them a small exception to the traditional monopoly enjoyed by Parisian jewelers. At that time, powerful corporations regulated the operations and customs of Parisian business, but thanks to this exceptional warrant, the Mellerios managed to escape the confines of this framework. Today, this wax-sealed document is kept at the city hall of Craveggia. From 1613 to the Revolution, the Mellerios lived between France and Italy. The corporations tried many times to put an end to their trade privileges, but all in vain, as a dynasty of sovereigns renewed the warrant. Always marrying and often retiring in Craveggia, the Mellerios continued to maintain their jewelry business in Paris. At first, they did this without a shop. Wearing backpacks (wooden boxes divided into small compartments where jewels were kept), they would tour town fairs around Paris and royal castles. This is how Jean-Baptiste Mellerio (1765-1850) is said to have sold a bracelet set with rubies and Antique cameos to Marie-Antoinette, which still exists today. Many elements seem to prove the veracity of this anecdote. The queen was particularly fond of cameos, which cover the entire background of her famous jewelry cabinet, and ruby was her favorite stone after diamond. The famous bracelet, reacquired a few years ago by the House of Mellerio, is indeed an 18th century jewel, set with antique cameos representing the profiles of Roman emperors. Two branches of the family were operating in Paris during this time, under the reign of Louis XVI: that of Jean-François (1746-1828), the paternal ancestor of the current Mellerios, and that of Jean-Baptiste (1765-1850). The French Revolution forced them to return to Italy. However, both Jean-Baptiste and François Mellerio (1772-1843), who was the son of Jean-François, were eventually able to return to Paris after the founding of the Consulate. Jean-Baptiste opened a shop at the Iron Crown of rue Vivienne, and François opened his at the Palais des Tuileries, rue du Coq Saint-Honoré. His well-organized order books give an idea of his high-ranking clientele during the “Old Regime”, among which were the Comte and Comtesse Octave de Segur, the Marquise (later Duchess) de Tourzel, former governess of the royal children, and her daughter, the Comtesse de Bearn, the Craufurds -who organized the flight to Varennes, the Duc and Duchess de Gramont, the Comtesse de Boigne, and Madame de Souza, Talleyrand’s mistress. We also see the names of the imperial family: Empress Josephine, the Queen of Holland, Princess Elisa, Caroline and Pauline. At that time, the House of Mellerio specialized, among other things, in the trade of antique cameos, a newly fashionable genre of jewel that captured the imagination of all the princesses and noble women of the time. The years of the Restauration and July Monarchy were among the most glorious. The Bourbons were back on the throne, and the clientele of the House of Mellerio had regained its former wealth. Mellerio supplied Louis-Philippe, Duke of Orléans, as well as his mother, wife and sister, with sumptuous jewels, including a set of emeralds made piece by piece, while the Duke of Bourbon, last prince of the House of Condé, offered diamonds to his mistress, the scheming Baronne de Feucheres, and Monsieur de LaFayette also bought cameos for one of his granddaughters. For the first time, Mellerio ventured into the world of arts in 1815, when Carlotta Grisi, a famous dancer who created Giselle, as well as an actress named Rachel, bought jewels at the Mellerio store on rue de la Paix. 1848 marked a new turning point. France once again became a Republic. François Mellerio handed the company over to his son, Jean, and the latter decided to travel to Spain to build a new clientele. He later became one of the jewelers of the royal family, and met Eugénie de Montijo, who remained a faithful client when she became empress of the French people. The Imperial years were lavish. During the Second Empire, Paris was a pageant of crinoline dresses designed by Worth, while jewels by Mellerio, Worth’s neighbour on the rue de la Paix, adorned the noble women of the Tuileries court. The Empress bought pearls. Mathilde Bonaparte...

Desk seal with the arms of the Prince of Wales. Very rare and unusual desk seal, created in England during the Edwardian period, back in the early 1900's. This seal feature the arms of the Prince of Wales and is composed by the agate pommel, carved with smooth surfaces and the round mount setting crafted in yellow gold of 18 karats with scrolls decorations. The seal depicts three feathers aligned over a crown, carved with incised intaglio in natural white agate. Gemstones: The handle pommel is carved from a single piece of brown translucent agate with bluish veins. Weight: 14.95 Grams, (9.58 Dwt). Measurements: 41 mm by 19 mm (1.61 x 0.75 Inches). Hallmarks: No marks, electronically tested for 18 karats gold. Arms of Prince of Wales The Prince of Wales's feathers – Almost History The coat of arms of the Prince of Wales is the official personal heraldic insignia of the Princes of Wales, a title traditionally granted to the heir apparent of the reigning monarch of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, formerly the Kingdom of Great Britain and before that the Kingdom of England. Since Edward I awarded it to his son the future Edward II, the heir apparent to the English throne has been created with the title Prince of Wales. The history of the coat of arms is closely linked with those of the Royal coat of arms of England and the Royal coat of arms of the United Kingdom. However, as the noted antiquarian and heraldist Charles Boutell wrote in 1863, "The Arms of the Prince of Wales have a distinct individuality of their own, with which nothing ought to be directly associated". History The badge has no connection with the native Princes of Wales. Its use is generally traced back to Edward, the Black Prince (1330–1376), eldest son and heir apparent of Edward III of England. Edward bore (as an alternative to his differenced royal arms) a shield of Sable, three ostrich feathers argent, described as his "shield for peace", probably meaning the shield he used for jousting. These arms can be seen several times on his chest tomb in Canterbury Cathedral, alternating with his royal arms (the royal arms of King Edward III...

Rare 1900's Cartier belt buckle with flower motifs set with old mine cut diamonds. Signed 'Cartier Paris', numbered, with maker's mark and eagle st...

A classy detail that transcends mere accessory: this 18kt yellow and white gold key ring is an emblem of sophistication and power, designed for the man who leaves nothing to chance. ...

Rare Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated Light Cognac Marble Lacquer Lighter Original Sky Case In a Super Mint Condition. Circa 1960 Limited Edition Rare Vintage Dunhill gold plated Cogna...

Unique only One in series of ten Limited Edition 18k Yellow Gold Salvador Dali Madonna de Port Lligat Pendant Necklace / Bracelet with tiger´s eye center base This is a limited edition numbered piece from 1970's, number 1 out of 10 ever made. This necklace comes with a pouch and a frame for collectors piece exhibit Accompanying card from Exmundart Original rights from Land Spring Enginering Ltd, propietor of the exclusive world-wide rights on this sculpture-jewel as stated in the document ordained by Salvador Dalí, and legalised by Mr. José Gómez de la Serna, Notary of Barcelona Spain. Details: Sculpture-Jewel cast wit the use of the lost wax process and denominated Madonna de Port Lligat Length: Necklace 25" (or 17" if wearing bracelet) Bracelet: 8" You can add bracelet to the necklace. Length: Bracelet 8¨"/ 20cm Necklace alone 17,32" / 44cm Necklace with bracelet...

A rare Indian carved natural ruby snuff bottle has been carved out from one single piece, the perfect rounded bottle has been hollowed completely from inside just leaving a thin ruby...

A Beautiful and Rare French Gilt Bronze and Marble Sculpture, Alfred Boucher, Late 19th/ Early 20th Century, depicting a female figure inscribing on a grey marble wall reading...

An Exquisite and Large Indian 22K Gold, Enamel, and Diamond Snuff Box, Jaipur A very fine quality 22k gold box set with 40 diamonds, painted with the fine...

Cushion Sapphire Natural non heated probably Kashmir. The horseshoe is set by Old-mine cut Diamond on silver and gold. Late 19th Century. Length: 5.60 centimeters. Total weight: 3.2...

Add a touch of tropical beauty to your jewellery collection with this finely crafted vintage 9 carat yellow gold palm tree charm. Designed with w...

A Rare American Gold Mounted Intaglio Seal of a Bust-length portrait of the first President in uniform enclosed by the inscription "George Washington", Early 19th Century. In a fitted green leather box retailed by: D.S. Lavender Antiques Ltd., Bond Street, London, England; PROVENANCE: D.S. Lavender Antiques Ltd., Bond Street, London, England Anita and Irvin Schorsch Collection Exhibited: Museum of Mourning Art...

Antique French 18 Karat Yellow Gold Serpent Snake Belt Buckle Cabochon Rubies 31 grams W 81.06mm H 41mm Made in France 19th Century

A pig, a symbol of fertility and abundance, is made of bronze and gold plate with high craftsmanship and creativity. The smiling and happy pig holds a hot pot filled with natural gem...

A Spectacular and Rare Antique Hand Cut Hinged Lidded Crystal Box from Switzerland, Circa 1900. Box is beautifully etched with Magnificent Grape and Vineyard Etchings around box. Me...

A Charles X Perfume flask in cut purple opaline called "diamond point cut". Gold mounted that can be worn as a pendant . 14 K gold. H: 1.18in. (3.5 cm) / l...

This extremely well executed pair of Antique Asian Caricatures in traditional garb are unique in our experience. It is evident from the manner and dress of these small jewels, that t...

CONWAY STEWART - Model Dinkie 550 - Vintage 'marbled plum' plastic fountain pen with gold filled clip, cap and single stripe to the base of the cap - featuring the original Conway St...

This exquisite ornamental pond scene is beautifully crafted with animals and plants in 18-karat gold, intricately embellished with enamel finishes. Set upon a stunning amethyst clust...

Add a touch of colour and character to your jewellery collection with this wonderfully crafted vintage 9 carat yellow gold charm/pendant. Designed with captivating detail, this piec...

David Webb Multi Gem and Enamel Gold Frog Bowl A gold bowl topped by a lapis lazuli frog with a coral tongue Set with 6 cabochon rubies, 5 cabochon emeralds...

Extremely Rare Cartier Mother of Pearl and enamel Chinoiserie Pill Box A very collectible and rare motif Made in France Circa 1928

This desk bell is French, and was created near 1870. It's constructed of ormolu; the unique process by which 24K gold is applied to bronze, creating a distinctive finish that was hug...

Cartier, a name synonymous with luxury and elegance, has been crafting fine writing instruments with the same meticulous attention to detail and sophistication as it has its renowned...

A 'vinaigrette' in the shape of a small tobacco box. In 18- carat, two- colored, gold (rose and green), it is studded with flower decorations. Marked with two eagles, warranty mark f...

This vintage concord charm/pendant is a perfect little keepsake for aviation lovers and collectors alike. Beautifully crafted in buttery 9 carat yellow gold, this piece captures th...

A small jade box setted with rubies, diamonds and gold in form of flower motifs this small box is made from top quality jade. This shade of nephrite jade has its provenance from earl...

The HD video and photo #2 provided is the most accurate representation of the color of the actual item. It is a true golden color! Here is something you won't see everyday! This rare wood is called gold camphor wood paper weight. The four treasures of the study or the "treasures" and tools of the scholar are well collected through Chinese history. The four treasures are paper, chinese brushes, chinese ink sticks and inkstones. The complete Chinese study set...

The Following Item we are Offering is A Magnificent Louis XVI Style Gilt Metal and Bronze Mantle Cherub 3 Pc Clock Set, circular white enamel dial with Floral Wreaths and Numbers enc...

Madleine Kay 14k Yellow Gold "Whitetail Deer Head" 3/4 head pendant with Diamonds Specifications: main stone: Black diamond eyes brand: custom metal: 14K yellow gold ...

Precious belt buckle, made entirely in Italy by master goldsmiths. Weight 37.70 grams This buckle fits belts 3 cm wide The leather belt pictured is a "display stand" only. You wi...

Unique Butterfly Brooch with pave pink-red sapphires, brilliant cut diamonds and oval blue sapphires, handcrafted in 18Kt rose gold. The elegance of the Greek nature inspired Nicofil...

French scent bottle with gemstones. Gorgeous antique scent perfume bottle, created in Paris France during the imperial period of Napoleon III, back in the 1860. This exceptional bot...

A horse miniature, "Happiness"- MOISEIKIN's couple of horses, is the perfect gift for yourself as a talisman or your business partner pursuing success. The most admirable running pos...

Falcon Yellow Gold 18k Pendant Charm Pendant. Total length: 1.38 inch (3.50 centimeters) including bail. Total weight: 8.24 grams

Preowned 14K yellow gold key chain with the Rod of Asclepius. * Weight: 20 grams Video and pictures are included here; we are happy to provide addit...

Add a playful touch to your jewellery collection with this bold vintage 9 carat yellow gold charm. This beautifully crafted piece showcases an intricately detailed elephant standing...

Turquoise and Diamond Snuff Bottle A turquoise snuff bottle with carved roses and bird motifs. The yellow gold base set with round-cut diamond...

MOISEIKIN x MONEYSTONE presents a special collection of miniatures, "Symbol of the Year 2025", which combines the stylised visuals of the world of nature with symbols of prosperity, wealth and success for the upcoming Year of the Snake. All of the interior miniatures are created in metal form with natural minerals and semi-precious gemstones from the Ural mountains. We wish you a wonderful holiday season and a prosperous year ahead! - Snake Purse...

Stunning One of a Kind Paula Crevoshay 18k gem and diamond Elephant brooch pin from her masterworks Endangered Treasury collection and titled “Surus” . Per the designer he is comprised of Yogo Sapphire...

To make this collector's item now, with top-notch Italian craftsmanship, would cost about €20,000 This powder box is an embodiment of sheer elegance and sophistication, a vintage tr...

Antique Circa 1810s, Russian made box, in 14k gold with hand applied enamel. Box measures 3.5" x 2 5/8" x 7/8". Marked with Russian hallmarks. Weight - 192 grams.

For more than a century, S.T. Dupont has established itself as the epitome of elegance and superior craftsmanship. Renowned for its commitment to quality and precision, the maison ha...

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 charming and beautifully detailed vintage sterling silver and gold powder compact features intricate hand engraving to create a delightful and...

This exquisite antique thimble is a true collector’s piece, full of character and crafted from 9 carat rose and yellow gold. Featuring intricate deta...

Antique Gold Lorgnette An intricately designed yellow gold lorgnette with folding opera glasses. Handle Length: 6.75" Glasses Frame Width: 3.75...

Precious belt buckle, made entirely in Italy by master goldsmiths. Weight 32.80 grams This buckle fits belts 3 cm wide The leather belt pictured is a "display stand" only. You wi...

Rare Monsiuer Vintage Christian Dior Gold Plate Tie Clip In Original Lux Case Circa 1980 Original Case Featuring a front Dior logo, a textured ground. “Circa 1980” Original Purple ...

Item Details: Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 63.8 grams Buckle Measurements: Lion Belt Portion is 2.5 inch east to west, 1.75 inch north to south. Condi...

Sterling silver ranger set by Santa Fe artist Mona Van Riper. The set consists of a 2 1/8” x 2 1/4” buckle, two keepers and a tip. The buckle and keepers have 18k gold star accents with garnets and amethysts. Made to fit a 1” belt. Price is for buckle set only. Belts are sold separately. About the Artist Mona Van Riper was raised in Santa Fe and Taos, New Mexico. She began silver-smithing at the Mabel Dodge Lujan House in Taos in 1976. Making and designing jewelry has been a constant part of her life ever since. Mona is most well-known for her elaborate and intricate buckles, whether with a western theme, crown, fleur-de-lis, heart or with her eponymous skulls. Most of the country’s finest buckle makers—often artisans who learned the skills from their fathers and grandfathers—ply their craft in remote locales, often in obscurity. Mona Van Riper fits that profile. She creates one-of-a-kind turquoise, 18-karat gold, and sterling silver buckles in a 10-by-10-foot utility room in her home located on a dirt road, miles outside of Santa Fe, N.M. Mona’s early jewelry was heavy stamped Southwestern style made from hand-cast ingots and coins. Over the years her style has developed into a more sophisticated and contemporary look while maintaining her signature old-world flavor. In 1992 Mona introduced engraving into her work which has given her jewelry a broader appeal. Mona’s unique jewelry is made from sterling silver in combination with 18 karat gold overlays and engraving. She often uses rare and very high-grade custom cut turquoise in her pieces. Mixing precious and semi-precious stones also gives her jewelry a timeless look. You will find notable differences in quality between artisan-made belt buckles and those that major luxury brands’ machines churn out by the thousands. Handmade solid silver and...

A fine cannetille brooch with an Indian/Persian miniature painting in the centre. The miniature features a royal or nobleman with a hookah pipe. It i...

Cartier enamel and diamond belt buckle. French The domed rectangular buckle decorated with green guilloché enamel and white enamel borders, set with rose-cut diamond flower-head, c...

Natural Ruby box carved from one piece standing on four bracket feet, the lid carved in form of tapered roofs of Indian buildings with a flower at the centre ...

PENCRAFT - The Mayer Co. - Rare vintage black plastic fountain pen with gold plated cap and ring - featuring an engine turned continuous guilloché pattern to the cap and body of the ...

The Ruby Gold Cufflinks Set is a truly exquisite and noble collection of accessories. This European set includes a pair of cufflinks and three studs, all crafted in yellow gold 18k ...

The “Five Petals” pendant is part of our jewelry collection. All our pieces of jewelry are handmade: it means that none is like the other. As a matter of fact, our aim is to create ...