HOLD FOR J 🌸 Superb French 18ct Ruby and Natural Pearl Collar c. 1855 1860 counter-enameled in a cobalt blue

counter-enameled in a cobalt blue that seems studded with white stars

with black enamel details

the neutral elements of this brooch are simply divine

This stunning renaissance revival watch chain features a most wonderful architectural barleycorn'ed spacer to which two channels of rolo chain attach at both sides

like a tear running off a cheek

HOLD FOR J 🌸 Superb French 18ct Ruby and Natural Pearl Collar c. 1855 1860 counter-enameled in a cobalt blueOne of the crown jewels of a recent acquisition expedition, this ruby and fine pearl collar reminds us that the Napoleon III period of decorative arts, is also often refered to as The Romantic Period. The alluring in construction and beauty of this necklace is in its simplicity; four bezel set stations make slight allusions to the first fire of love new love in the foiled flat cut rubies, each one nestled between two cream colored pearls. If there was