Accessories
Van Cleef and Arpels Ballerina Cigarette Case and Compact
A magnificent pair of stylish accessories from the venerable jeweler's Van Cleef and Arpels. A matching cigarette case and compact are adorned with lovely ballerinas rendered in rubies and diamonds with a constellation of diamond stars in the sky. Fabulous! The cigarette case measures 3 1/2 X 2 7/8 ...(more)
Rare Gold in Quartz Watch Fob Chain
An original souvenir from the 49ers. (Not the football team). Seven three-sided gold in quartz inlayed links set in rose gold with the original matching T-bar and a gold nugget for good luck. Rarer than hens teeth.
Gold in Quartz Watch Chain
By virtue of our San Francisco location we are fortunate, now and then, to come across original local estates with these exceedingly rare gold in quartz collectibles from the days of the gold rush. Here is a magnificent watch chain and fob in rose gold and yellow gold with double bars of gold in ...(more)
Charlton & Co. Cigarette and Match Case
A stunning pair of boxes in 14k rose gold and green gold stripes with contrasting machine engraved patterns by the renowned New York, Paris and Palm Beach jeweler's Charlton & Co. Elegant tiny diamond set clasp in platinum. Both pieces are engraved on the inside lid "Betty Sherwood / New York". ...(more)
Art Deco Chinoisserie Cigarette Case
Art Deco Chinoisserie Cigarette CaseA central medallion of intense green Jadite and rose cut diamonds are set in platinum atop a striking backdrop of lapis blue and marbled butterscotch eanameling over 18 karat yellow gold. The finely executed design includes billowing clouds and snaking branches ...(more)
Tiffany & Co Vanity Set
A great pair of Retro-Deco accessories by the great American jeweler (formerly that is). The compact features a distinctive Deco skyscraper motif with an inset channel of sapphires. The lipstick case is adorned with a single square sapphire on the slider clasp and a stripe of sapphires and two ...(more)
Art Deco Black Enamel Compact
Fabulous 18K yellow gold ladies Deco black enameled compact with geometric gold inlay details and a central jadeite, coral and rose cut diamond floral motif. The compact opens to reveal a mirror, lipstick case and compartment for rouge and measures 2 long by 3 wide and 1/2 thick.
Fine French Gold Box with Mirror
Exceptional decorative hand and machine engraving adorns this exquisite 18 karat yellow gold with a vanity mirror on the inside lid. 19th century French. French hallmarks, inside mirror has slight damage.
French Legion of Honor Medal
An original diamond studded medal with green enamel laurel leaves and a gold, red, white and blue central plaque. The "Ordre national de la Légion d'honneur", created 1820 by Napoleon Bonaparte is the highest decoration bestowed by the nation. Circa 1870. Silver over gold. A highly collectible ...(more)
Ladies Puffed Gold Compact
18K Yellow gold round compact with a basket weave motif and golden rope edge opens to reveal a mirror and powder puff and an engraved inscription "You are looking at the woman I love". This compact measures 3 inches round and 7/8 inches tall.
Art Deco Diamond and Onyx Lorgnette
A superb Art Deco accessory for ladies over 40. This beautiful lorgnette is a luxurious compensation for failing eyesight. Bright white European cut diamonds accented with calibre cut onyx combine with intricate platinum work to create this splendid and useful adornment from the 1920's.
Vintage Cultured Pearl and Diamond Barrettes
A rare pair of hair adornments in 10 karat white gold from the 1920's or 30's. Each barrette features a line of delicately set cultured pearls, accented by two lines of old mine-cut diamonds . Could be the perfect wedding accessory with a life beyond the wedding. Elegant and durable.


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