Belle Époque Jewelry

Antique Diamond Cluster Ring Belle Époque / Early Edwardian, circa 1900–1915 An elegant antique diamond cluster ring centered with an old European-cut diamond, framed within a delic...

Rose Garden Convertible Antique Diamond Tiara in Silver, c. 1880 “Rulers now wear crowns rather than diadems. Diadems have become the exclusive preserve of women, a symbol of beauty...

Diamonds for Generations Stunning Earrings with 14.95 ct Diamonds in White Gold & Platinum, c. 1910 / c. 1985 Two exceptional old-cut diamonds, both in the round Old European Cu...

River of Light Magnificent 36.45 ct Diamond Rivière in Silver on Gold, c. 1890s This exquisite necklace is a timeless jewellery classic from a bygone era: a rivière composed of 40 d...

A Match for Eternity Exquisite Earrings with 26.05 ct Old European Cut Diamonds, Gerhard Lährm, Salzburg c. 1985 Diamonds weighing more than ten carats are a rarity. Historic diamon...

At the Stroke of Midnight Magnificent Sapphire and Diamond Necklace in Silver on Gold, c. 1895 This necklace tells of brightly lit rooms, crackling silk, and champagne coupes, of the...

Belle Époque 18k gold and platinum brooch set with rose diamonds totaling 1.30ct – G/H – SI detailed description: the dimensions of the brooch are 3.7 cm long by 3.5 cm wide weigh...

Antique Belle Époque Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Circa 1900 A beautifully elegant Belle Époque diamond ring, dating to the early 20th century, exquisitely crafted in 18ct gold ...

The Gilded Age Large "Garland Style" Necklace with Diamonds in Platinum by Tiffany & Co., c. 1915 This necklace appears to be made of nothing but light. We see sparkling bows an...

Daisy Chains Magnificent Earrings with 9.70 ct Modern & Antique Diamonds, c. 1900/c. 1985 This pair of earrings features 9.70 ct of diamonds and, with its sparkling brilliance a...

This is one of the finest Belle Epoque - Victorian Bohemian Garnet Rings we have seen. The fabulous ring is adorned with three tiers of magnificent round faceted red Bohemian Garnet...

Blooming Again Precious Earrings with 10.35 Ct “Old European Cut” Diamonds & Brilliant-Cut Diamonds, c. 1985 Two antique diamonds in the “Old European Cut” serve as the sparklin...

One hundred forty-seven old European and rose cut diamonds, weighing approximately 2.00 carats combined in G-H color and VS clarity, build an exuberant floral spray across this brooc...

A stunning work of wearable art, this one-of-a-kind Swiss Quartz movement ruby and diamond watch in 18 karat gold by Dilys’ represents the brand’...

Vintage Attwood & Sawyer Sapphire Necklace & Earring Set – 1980s Regal Elegance Timelessly elegant and beautifully crafted, this 1980s Attwood & Sawyer set channels the irresistible ...

A refined French Belle Époque diamond ring dating to circa 1900, crafted in 18-karat yellow gold and platinum and set with a beautiful arrangement of old-cut diamonds. The compositi...

Exquisite Collector Edwardian/Belle Epoque Natural Pearl and Diamond Bracelet, fitted in its original case by Garrard & Co, circa 1900. The first official Crown Jeweler for the British royal family, Garrard & Co. Limited has crafted iconic and historically celebrated rings, watches, necklaces and other jewelry for centuries. An Edwardian pearl and diamond bracelet, consisting of eight oval-shaped diamond-set openwork links, each to the centre with a round natural pearl set...

This is a pair of Turkish hinged dangle earrings with blue stones. They have 6mm rose cut Spinel and 8x10mm cushion cut blue crystal set in gilt metal frames with open backs. They co...

Indulge in a gorgeous Belle Epoque - Victorian Bohemian Garnet Festoon Necklace in a heart and flower motif of great beauty. The early festoon necklace is set throughout with flat cu...

An elegant French early Art Deco diamond ring dating to the 1910s, crafted in platinum and set throughout with rose-cut diamonds. The ring features a circular floral composition, wi...

This Tiffany & Co. pendant, circa 1900, embodies the refined naturalism of Belle Époque jewellery. Seven natural saltwater pearls, identified by GIA, nestle among scrolling leave...

This elegant flexible link niello braceletof particular fine quality was made around 1900. The links feature a geometric design with a stylized flower motive in the center. The indiv...

A fine antique silver card case or snuff box. With engine turned engraved decoration throughout. Marked with an Austrian silver assay mark for 13 Loth, Vienna, and 1856, along with...

This pair of enamel dangle earrings was created in 1880 ca. They are made out of round enamel paintings depicting a young lady in profile wearing a turquoise green brocade headband d...

INDULGE IN A RARE MUSEUM QUALITY ART NOUVEAU - BELLE EPOQUE FESTOON NECKLACE WITH THE MOST GORGEOUS NATURAL OVAL AND ROUND SHAPE AMETHYST GEMS SET IN A GORGEOUS SCROLL AND BEADED NECKLACE IN AN OPEN WORK FESTOON SWAG DESIGN IN STERLING SILVER DATING TO CIRCA 1860-1900. It is very rare to find antique Belle Epoque Amethyst Festoon necklaces in Sterling Silver. The combination of the gorgeous silver work with the fine purple amethysts is absolutely magnificent. The scrolling silver...

THIS IS A STUNNING BEAUX ARTS BELLE EPOQUE GOLD PENDANT OF A GRIFFIN OR WINGED DRAGON WITH A STUNNING ANTIQUE OPAL CURLED WITHIN THE TAIL. This is a beautiful Beaux Arts - Art Nouvea...

We are pleased to offer you this stunning solid gold diamond set cross. This marvellous religious pendant is crafted in 16 karat yellow gold and topped with platinum to give it an ev...

This is a freshwater pearl necklace with Roman coin charms. It is stranded with 8mm baroque pearls and gilt bronze components. There are five different designs of gilt reproduction a...

For pierced ears. Earrings in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. These charming vintage earrings feature domed oval motifs that are lightly engraved and each adorned with a s...

This Belle Époque gold link bracelet was created in 1890 ca. out of 14K gold. Six gold batons are decorated with translucent green guilloché enamel and polka dots executed in opaque ...

Antique Swiss Double-Sided Guilloché Enamel Pocket Watch / Pendant Watch. Era : Belle Époque (1890–1914) Movement Setup: Pin-Set / Nail...

This extraordinary French Edwardian diamond engagement ring is a romantic antique jewel from the 1910’s, centered by a GIA-certified old European cut diamond weighing an impressive 5...

Important Belle Époque Old Mine Diamond Drop Earrings A Monumental 11.93 ctw Pair with Exceptional Face-Up Presence & Original Fitted Case The Convergence of Two Historic Eras These extraordinary articulated drop earrings represent a compelling intersection of two distinct chapters in jewellery history. The Settings: Refined platinum-and-gold work dating to the Belle Époque, circa 1900–1910. The Diamonds: Substantially earlier antique stones, individually hand-fashioned in the historic Old Mine tradition. The jewel therefore brings together the romantic character of earlier hand-cut diamonds with the sophisticated platinum craftsmanship of the early twentieth century—a particularly compelling combination for the collector of historic jewels. Monumental Scale & Exceptional Matching The two principal diamonds are accompanied by individual GIA reports, documenting precise weights of 5.01 carats (I/VS2) and 4.92 carats (J/VS2). Together, they comprise an extraordinary 9.93 carats of principal diamond weight. Unlike modern calibrated diamonds, whose proportions and facet arrangements are designed according to standardized cutting parameters, these antique stones were individually fashioned according to the character of their natural rough. Their outlines, proportions and facet architectures are therefore inherently individual. The remarkable feature here is their survival as a closely matched pair: two monumental antique diamonds approaching five carats each, with harmonious scale, outline and visual presence, preserved together in a single jewel. That combination is considerably more unusual than the existence of either stone individually. Exceptional Face-Up Presence One of the most striking qualities of the principal diamonds is their visual scale relative to their stated weights. Despite weighing approximately five carats each, both stones possess a remarkably broad and commanding face-up presence. On the ear, they appear substantially larger than their carat weights would suggest, creating the visual impact of diamonds considerably greater in weight. This generous spread is particularly apparent when worn and contributes significantly to the extraordinary presence of the earrings. The effect is one of scale without ostentation: the diamonds dominate the ear while the restrained settings allow their size, antique faceting and broad flashes of light to remain the principal focus. Refined Belle Époque Craftsmanship Each earring is surmounted by an additional antique Old Mine-cut diamond of approximately 1.00 carat, bringing the total diamond weight of the pair to approximately 11.93 carats. The earrings are executed in platinum and gold, with articulated drops allowing the principal stones to move naturally with the wearer. The restrained mixed-metal construction is characteristic of the refined jewellery aesthetic of the period. Platinum provides a discreet framework around the diamonds, while gold forms the underlying structural element. Rather than competing with the stones, the setting is deliberately elegant and understated, allowing the extraordinary scale and individual character of the antique diamonds to provide the drama. Original Fitted Period Presentation Case The earrings are accompanied by their original fitted period leather-and-velvet presentation case. The survival of the original fitted case is an important and highly desirable feature for the collector, preserving an element of the jewel's original presentation and historical context. The case and earrings together provide an unusually complete presentation of a Belle Époque jewel. A Jewel of Exceptional Historical and Gemological Significance A jewel of this magnitude—nearly ten carats concentrated in two exceptionally large matched antique diamonds, supplemented by two further approximately one-carat Old Mine diamonds—belongs unmistakably to the world of exceptional wealth and high social distinction. Large antique diamonds are encountered individually. What is considerably more unusual is the survival of two antique diamonds approaching five carats each, sufficiently harmonious in scale, outline and appearance to function as a pair. The combination would be extraordinarily difficult to recreate today. Modern diamonds can reproduce a desired outline and specification, but they cannot reproduce the individual history, hand-cut character, antique proportions and distinctive facet architecture of historic stones that have survived for generations. The extraordinary scale of the diamonds, combined with the quality of the workmanship and the sophistication of the original construction, places this jewel firmly within the highest echelons of Belle Époque jewellery culture. It is a jewel of a scale and quality consistent with the exceptional clientele served by the finest European jewellery houses of the period. For the serious collector, its attraction lies precisely in the convergence of these elements: two monumental antique diamonds, remarkable matching, exceptional face-up presence, Belle Époque craftsmanship and the survival of the original fitted case. Technical Specifications Period: Belle Époque, circa 1900–1910 (settings; principal diamonds are earlier antique stones) Principal Certified Diamonds: Two GIA-certified antique Old Mine Oval diamonds...

Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark, and platinum. A lovely vintage ring; its oval-shaped setting features a vivid orange spessartite garnet in a closed-prong setting a...

This is an absolutely magnificent antique Belle Epoque 30 Carat Citrine Ring with a halo of sparkling Rose Cut Diamonds in a 14 Karat Rose Gold s...

Sapphire and diamond crossover ring. Set with a cushion shape old cut natural no heat sapphire in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 2.00 carats, further set wit...

Antique 18K Gold Ring decorated with hand - engraved enameled eight- pointed Star and three natural River Pearls. Crown : 7.5 mm in diameter x 2.7 mm deep. Larger pearl is Ø 2.25 m...

Old 18th - 19th cent. sparkling beauty with dome of the crown in Silver on 18K Yellow Gold holding 19 rose cut Diamonds. Largest stone in the center is Ø 4.5mm / 0. 4ct , 18 around i...

Flexible diamond "collier de chien" made out of platinum and set with rose diamonds. Nine oval links alternate with nine double bows to form an exquisite choker. The collar is modell...

circa 1900 This elegant antique engagement ring is designed in the classic “Toi et Moi” (“You and Me”) style. The ring is finely crafted in 14K gold and platinum. It is set with a pa...

Style Guirlande Magnificent Pendant with Diamonds in Platinum, c. 1910 "Le Style Guirlande" - the "garland style" brought a formal language to the world of jewellery that contrasted...

For pierced ears. Earring in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark. These antique round earrings feature an appliqué flower design topped with a gold bead. They have a split clasp ...

Indulge in an extraordinary Sapphire, Rose Cut Diamond, Platinum Pendant with the image of a winged Fairy or Angel is a Museum Quality Jewel. The Belle Epoque - Art Deco pendant is ...

An exceptional antique ring (circa 1900), centered with a GIA-certified natural, untreated ruby weighing 1.12 carats. The oval cut ruby displays a vivid purple red hue and is framed ...

This is a stunning and rare antique Belle Epoque Buckle in Sterling Silver with a Gargoyle, God or Grotesque Imagery with acanthus leaf designs throughout. The Gargoyle face is surr...

This is a pair of Turkish dangle earrings with rubies. The bold rectangular cabochon 18 x 12mm lab made rubies are set in gilt metal frames with dangling simulated turquoise beads. T...

An impressive natural diamond in every regard. The GIA-certified 4.94-carat antique old mine cushion-cut diamond features an elongated silhouette, broad facets, high crown, and a bro...

These elegant cufflinks are particularly attractive because of their two tone look. Finely engraved on both sides, this unusual pair features a cabochon cut sapphire on one cufflink ...

An exceptional Belle Époque choker necklace dating to the 1910s, crafted in platinum and composed of multiple strands of natural pearls, centered b...

INDULGE IN A MUSEUM QUALITY FRENCH BEAUX ARTS RENAISSANCE REVIVAL 18 KARAT GOLD PENDANT NECKLACE OF A GRIFFIN, CHIMERA OR DRAGON HOLDING A STUNNING ROSE CUT DIAMOND IN THE MOUTH WIT...

This unusual piece of jewellery is called a charivari and was originally worn by men on the front of their waistcoat. It is made out of silver and decorated with Austrian 20 Heller c...

A romantic French 19th-century ring crafted in 18-karat yellow gold and centered with a natural pearl of softly rounded form. The pearl displays a delicate white tone, attractive nat...

This Belle Époque necklace was created out of silver in France towards the end of the 19th century. The design of the pendant shows a smaller and a larger bow crowning a garland. The...

Created in France during the Belle Époque, this ring belongs to a period many collectors consider the golden age of diamond jewelry. Between the late nineteenth century and the First...

This is a gorgeous Belle Epoque - Victorian Bohemian Garnet Locket Pendant with a fabulous Butterfly Insect motif on the front. The butterfly insect ...

This beautifully designed sturdy silver Belle Époque hairpin has a very good hold and is capable to keep swept up hair in place by itself. The delicate wavy ornament with a double ro...

This romantic ring evokes the elegance of the Belle Époque era, featuring an Old European diamond nestled at the center of a delicate flower-like halo. Ten sparkling round diamonds e...

This elegant Belle Époque necklace is composed of collet set oriental pearls and rose cut diamonds connected by foxtail gold chains. The clasp is hallmarked with French assay marks,...

A pair of antique earrings with folding hooks decorated with oval cut Garnets 7 mm x 5 mm / ca. 0.8 ct each and rose cut Diamonds. No hallmarks on both, metal tested solid 14K Gold....

This is a gorgeous Belle Epoque - Victorian Bohemian Garnet Ring with four tiers of round faceted Garnets of great beauty. The garnets are set in...