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with crisp stone settings and minimal surface wear
The history of Christmas trees goes back to the symbolic use of evergreens in ancient Egypt and Rome and continues with the German tradition of candlelit Christmas trees first brought to America in the 1800s
These antique earrings were converted from hand pierced Georgian watchcocks (circa 1780-1800) by adding 14k gold ear wires and diamonds to the gold gilt pieces
This charm is platinum topped 14k gold and features three pearls of varying colors framed by old European cut diamonds
Antique Heart and Riding Crop Stickpin of 18k Gold November birthstone As opals move in theA charming and symbolically rich antique stickpin from 1900, crafted in 18k gold and featuring a romantic heart rendered in platinum and set with sparkling diamonds. The heart is thoughtfully accented with a lustrous pearl and a ruby riding crop, a motif often associated with equestrian pursuits, sport, and fashionable leisure at the turn of the 20th century. Together, these elements create a jewel that blends sentiment, status, and playful symbolism,