HOBE as-is ring with an unfoiled green emerald cut “flawed emerald” style rhinestone surrounded by more unfoiled rhinestones in pink, clear and blue

HOBE as-is ring with an unfoiled emerald cut green “flawed emerald” style rhinestone surrounded by more unfoiled rhinestones in pink, clear and blue.  The filigree setting is typical of Hobe from the 1940s, and also typical is the fact that it is unsigned.  It is a size 6 and it is 1-1/8″ by 7/8″across the … Continue reading “HOBE as-is ring with an unfoiled green emerald cut “flawed emerald” style rhinestone surrounded by more unfoiled rhinestones in pink, clear and blue”

NETTIE ROSENSTEIN portrait locket pendant in the shape of a pocket watch with a clear rhinestone halo

NETTIE ROSENSTEIN portrait locket pendant in the shape of a pocket watch with a clear rhinestone halo around the edge. It is 1-1/8″ across and set in gold plated sterling silver.   It is easy to remove and replace the portrait inside with one of your own if you want to. The charming girl in the … Continue reading “NETTIE ROSENSTEIN portrait locket pendant in the shape of a pocket watch with a clear rhinestone halo”

DEROSA attributed very unusual bracelet with a red and clear rhinestone swirling center element on the front of a wide gold plated mesh band

DEROSA attributed very unusual flexible cuff bracelet with a red and clear rhinestone swirling silver center element on the front of a wide gold plated mesh band.  The front element is 2-1/4″ by 2″ and the band is 6-78″ wearable length by 1-1/8″ wide. I expected it to be signed by DeRosa when I first … Continue reading “DEROSA attributed very unusual bracelet with a red and clear rhinestone swirling center element on the front of a wide gold plated mesh band”

DEROSA necklace of sparkling clear rhinestones in a sterling silver setting

DEROSA necklace of sparkling clear rhinestones in a sterling silver setting, 14-1/2″ long.  It is a marvelous leafy and tendril design with a single clear rhinestone pendant drop at the bottom.  Made in the 1940s, it is a lovely piece that lays beautifully on the neck.  It is signed both “DeRosa” and “sterling” on the … Continue reading “DEROSA necklace of sparkling clear rhinestones in a sterling silver setting”

DEROSA large flower fur clip with a brilliant ted rhinestone and clear rhinestones in a gold plated setting that is 3″ wide

DEROSA glorious red rhinestone flower fur clip with clear rhinestones and in a gold plated setting that is 3″ wide.  It is signed “R DeRosa” on the back and is in wonderful condition.  This is a large and showy piece with a great three dimensional look, made in the 1940s, and because of the weight … Continue reading “DEROSA large flower fur clip with a brilliant ted rhinestone and clear rhinestones in a gold plated setting that is 3″ wide”

SPECTACULAR NECKLACE, a rare one made of rose and blue colored rhinestones, the combination of Dragon’s breath-like cabochons with dimples

SPECTACULAR NECKLACE, a rare one made of rose and blue colored rhinestones, the combination of Dragon’s breath-like cabochons with dimples inside them and brilliant blue rhinestones make up colorful and unusual big bib necklace.  This is truly one of the most beautiful necklaces I have owned in my 30 years in the vintage jewelry business. … Continue reading “SPECTACULAR NECKLACE, a rare one made of rose and blue colored rhinestones, the combination of Dragon’s breath-like cabochons with dimples”

REGENCY bracelet with sparkling caramel and black long marquis rhinestones and aurora borealis

REGENCY  bracelet with sparkling caramel and black long marquis rhinestones and aurora borealis in a japanned settings and with it’s safety chain, while it is not signed it is a perfect match for some signed pieces we have. It is 7-1/8″ by 1″.  The rhinestones in this are brilliant and the high quality you often … Continue reading “REGENCY bracelet with sparkling caramel and black long marquis rhinestones and aurora borealis”