Our estate jewelry collection contains fine pieces of quality jewelry hand selected for their quality and craftsmanship. Our collection includes pieces from the various periods as well as previously owned contemporary pieces. The period pieces are generally hand constructed, unique, one-of-a-kind pieces that represent exquisite workmanship.

We are always interested in purchasing period pieces of exceptional quality. Please contact us to make an appointment if you have pieces that you might be interested in selling. For more details on period jewelry click on “more information on Estate”

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The major periods of jewelry include Georgian (1714-1830) characterized by nature themes often utilizing gemstones set in gold and backed with silver. The Victorian period (1830-1901) characterized by three distinct periods (Romantic, Grand, Asthetic) included the use of gold, mourning jewelry, cameos, coral, jet with motifs such as etruscan revival, hearts, serpents to name a few.

The Belle Epoque period extends from (1890-1920) and includes platinum and filigree with extensive use of diamonds, pearls, etc in floral, wreath, and spray motifs. In contrast, the Art Nouveau period (1895-1910) is characterized by sensual flowing lines with the use of enamel and colored gemstones in nature motifs such as dragonflies, nymphs and trailing vines. The Art Deco (1920- 1940) period is characterized by beautiful geometric lines in platinum or white gold with extensive use of diamonds, sapphires, and rubies.