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A super yummy Victorian 14ct yellow gold Fleur de lis diamond heart locket. A truly fabulous piece in a gorgeous bloomed gold finish, giving it that rare soft, lustrous texture. The diamonds on the front of the locket shape a beautiful Fleur de lis, a symbol of purity, power, and regality.
With approximately 0.35 carat of old rose cut diamonds, a dreamy cut that dates back to the 1500s, these gems offer a softer, moodier twinkle, more like candlelight captured within the stones than the bright flash of modern cuts.
I adore the bloomed frosted gold setting and the diamonds’ gentle, antique sparkle complement each other beautifully.
The locket opens and closes perfectly, with two photo spacers inside ready to store your keepsakes. To the back, the locket is plain and smooth with hallmarks of 14ct.
A substantial size that holds its own on any stack. This beauty looks incredible with a chunky chain and just as beautiful on a simpler one, because the focus is all about the pendant. The large bail fits thicker chains, dog clips, and bolt rings effortlessly.
The Details
Era: Victorian
Material: 14ct Gold/ Diamond
Hallmarks: 14K Partial Hallmarks
Measurements: 7.02g/ 34mm inc bail x 25mm wide x 8mm thick / 0.35 CARAT OLD ROSE CUT
Condition: Excellent antique condition. Locket opens and closes well.
Packaging: This item will be packaged in branded ORL sustainable discreet packaging.
SKU: VHLF-14J
FREE DELIVERY INCLUDED
PROPS & BOXES IN THE PHOTOS ARE FOR DISPLAY ONLY
SALE IS FOR LOCKET ONLY
A breathtaking ruby and diamond flower cluster pendant/brooch, crafted in silver and 10ct gold. The piece features a multi-layered floral design with a studded diamond bail.
At its centre sits a chunky, brilliantly bright old-cut diamond of approximately 0.40 carat, which is the brightest of the diamonds and immediately draws the eye. It is beautifully surrounded by eight deep natural rubies totalling 0.40 carat, and further illuminated by rose-cut diamonds across multiple tiers, creating an incredible sparkle. In total, the piece contains 2 carats of rose cuts alone.
The outer row of petals are open-backed, allowing far more light and depth to shine through, while the open-cut rose-cut border produces a brighter flicker of light against the diamonds.
This is a true show stopper piece, perfect for statement wear. It looks breathtaking with any chain and takes centre stage on any neckline. I just adore the scale and sparkle of this beauty!
The Details
Era: c.1890
Material: silver and gold XRF Tested
Measurements: 12.87g/ 39mm drop inc bail x 10.22mm thick (excluding brooch pin) x 27mm wide
Condition: Excellent antique condition. Diamonds and rubies are all secure. No thinning on bail. Brooch works perfectly.
Packaging: This item will be packaged in branded ORL sustainable discreet packaging.
SKU: VPRD-12J
FREE DELIVERY INCLUDED
PROPS & BOXES IN THE PHOTOS ARE FOR DISPLAY ONLY
SALE IS FOR PENDANT/BROOCH ONLY
This is the sweetest Etruscan Revival egg orb drop charm, complete with a handy bolt dangle attachment.
The orb is finely crafted with twisted rope central borders and delicate weaving around the egg. Its fabulous high-carat colour is luxurious and perfectly in keeping with the Etruscan style. The lovely buttery colour looks luxurious with a lush preserved patina that looks gorgeous day or night.
The bolt is attached to a cable fine chain giving some movement and length to this pretty piece. The attachment is incredibly useful, allowing the charm to be connected in so many ways. It looks fabulous as a solo pendant and even more so as part of a pendant jumble. I simply adore this piece and all its fine details.
The Details
Era: Victorian
Material: 15ct Yellow Gold
Hallmarks: 15ct on bolt. Tests as 15ct
Measurements: approx 3g/ 43mm drop x 12mm wide
Condition: Very good antique condition. Some expected surface wear commensurate with age.
Packaging: This item will be packaged in branded ORL sustainable discreet packaging.
SKU: VCHEO-15J
FREE DELIVERY INCLUDED
PROPS & BOXES IN THE PHOTOS ARE FOR DISPLAY ONLY
SALE IS FOR ORB AND BOLT ATTACHMENT ONLY
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THE BEAUTIFUL & THE MYSTERIOUS
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Mission
Seeing so much gold being melted down was the incentive for starting this business. There were so many pieces that were far too good to melt and be lost to history — each one carrying stories and craftsmanship worth saving. Sustaining antique jewellery means caring for every piece with respect for its history and materials, so these treasures remain beautiful, meaningful and ready to be worn and cherished by future generations.
The beauty of many of these pieces has endured far longer than any of us, and it is thanks to their previous owners that we can enjoy these precious objects today. This approach not only protects these treasures from destruction, it is also one of the most sustainable ways to keep alive our love for jewellery and the traditions behind it.