Here are some of the best antique and vintage jewelry from the Georgian period through the 1970s that not only caught my attention but captivated me with their exceptional workmanship, sublime details and/or enchanting meanings from a range of sources
The Las Vegas Antique and Watch Show was recently held during Jewelry Week at the same time as the contemporary Couture and JCK during the 2nd week of June. TEFAF Maasstricht will be held from June 25-30th and Masterpiece will begin on June 30th and run through July 6th in London. Instagram is filling my feed with mesmerizing photos of jewels from the past. At the same time dealers and stores who have websites have been posting some museum-quality new finds, all culminating in an irresistible mix of antique and vintage pieces that are enticing attractions for both starter and consummate collectors. Here are some of the best antique and vintage jewelry from the Georgian period through the 1970s that not only caught my attention but captivated me with their exceptional workmanship, sublime details and/or enchanting meanings. The Earrings
A La Vieille Russie antique diamond lozenge-shaped pendant earrings with cabochon sapphire tops and articulated cabochon sapphire drops. Lacloche Frères, Paris, circa 1915
Estate Diamond Jewelry’s Georgian pendant earrings with old mine cut diamonds in silver topped gold with closed backs
Another view of the Estate Diamond Jewelry earrings above
Humphrey Butler’s Art Deco ruby and diamond on-the ear clips
Pat Saling’s Art Deco frontrunner to the front-facing hoop so popular among modern jewelers today. This was is spellbinding. French, circa 1930
Inez Stodel’s Edwardian/Belle Epoque periidot pear-shaped pendant earrings set in silver over gold rose and mine cut diamonds
Veronique Bamps Napoleonic earrings with mine cut diamonds are a feast for the eyes and will mesmerize on the ears, circa 1850.
