Your Place to Find Fine Antique & Vintage Jewellery
THE BEAUTIFUL & THE MYSTERIOUS
Old Ruby Luck offers a collection of antique jewellery from unique Georgian styles, Edwardian treasures, Victorian keepsakes, and select rare vintage pieces that I have hand selected. The items you will find here are items that I am fond off, items that have stories and messages behind them - all fascinating and mysterious. Follow me as I chase to find some of the wonderful pieces from the past.
Explore my carefully curated selection and find your perfect treasure.
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A fabulous and unique early Victorian dual sided blue enamelled padlock with a glittering goldstone panel (also known as aventurine glass). A fascinating process of tiny copper inclusions which was so popular during the Victorian era for its celestial glittering effect.
This high carat lock has intricate hand engraved with scrolling repousse work to both sides of the padlock. On one side the cornflour blue decorative enamel work borders a stylised set of initials within a shield. The other side cages a goldstone sheet within the glass that is bordered with ornate scroll work.
The padlock mechanism is fully functioning, designed to be worn on a heavy guard chain or a substantial bracelet. I adore this piece — it really represents a perfect blend of elegant Victorian-era style and precise technical artistry. This is a truly fabulous padlock and wonderfully unique — ideal as a stylish bracelet charm or as an eye-catching pendant to add to your neckstack.
The Details
Era: Early Victorian
Material: tests as gold - high carat (14ct-18ct)
Measurements: 3.2g / 31mm x 18mm x 2.6mm
Condition: Very good antique condition - light wear considering its age around edges. Opens and closes securely. Some minimal enamel loss with signs of historic enamel repair - please see photos for reference.
Packaging: This item will be hand-tied with my branded ribbon, boxed with a thank you note and packaged in sustainable discreet packaging.
SKU: VLSG-J9
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PROPS & BOXES IN THE PHOTOS ARE FOR DISPLAY ONLY
An epic 18ct rosy gold articulated fish pendant with bright pink old-cut ruby eyes, wonderfully detailed and charming. Segmented for subtle, lifelike movement and so realistically crafted that it seems ready to swim; each section is finely etched to mimic fish scales, and the delicate etching throws off a fantastic sparkle in the light with every little turn of this lovely fish.
Fish charms were long prized as symbols of good luck and prosperitY. I adore how charming this one is — from his rounded, puffy face to his tiny, finely worked fin.
The bail is attached at the mouth, cleverly resembling a just-caught fish, which adds to its novelty and collectible appeal; pieces like this are becoming increasingly hard to find. A pleasing size that sits beautifully in a neck stack, adding a touch of extra sparkle and a pop of colour.
The Details
Era: Victorian-Edwardian
Material: Tested as 18ct Gold / Ruby
Hallmarks: French hallmarks are partially visible on the bail.
Measurements: 1.63g / 4cm (inc bail) x 1.3cm wide
Condition: Excellent antique condition - the fish movely perfectly - stones are secure. Some expected light wear commensurate with age.
Packaging: This item will be hand-tied with my branded ribbon, boxed with a thank you note and packaged in sustainable discreet packaging.
SKU: VFRP-18J
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PROPS & BOXES IN THE PHOTOS ARE FOR DISPLAY ONLY
SALE IS FOR PENDANT ONLY
A highly collectible vintage Augis love token in 18ct gold. The incription translated reads "more than yesterday, less than tomorrow" which was originally from a poem called "The Eternal Song" by R. Gerard. A beautiful and sentimental romantic piece of jewellery.
Crafted in 18ct gold in France, with two small baguette cut rubies and a rose cut diamond. The textured surface looks beautiful and the lovely etched border really plays with the light giving a nice shimmer to your stack - really drawing the eye to the charm. There are quite a few Augis style love tokens, though this particular style is quite a rare find. As a collector of vintage fine jewellery this is a fabulous addition to your collection. Looks brilliant on a fine chain for a classic minimalist look, and even better layered on your neck stack.
The Details
Era: Mid Century Vintage
Material: 18ct, diamond and synthetic ruby
Hallmarks: French Eagle 18ct / A.A
Measurements: 2.7g / 20mm
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with very minimal signs of wear -the back has some very light scuffs commensurate with age
Packaging: SKU: FREE DELIVERY INCLUDED
PROPS & BOXES IN THE PHOTOS ARE FOR DISPLAY ONLY
SALE IS FOR PENDANT ONLY
Welcome to OLD RUBY LUCK, where I showcase my latest discoveries. Each item is truly one of a kind. There are only one of these items - so be quick!
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.