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Dreamy Georgian earrings in aqua and pink.

Good morning, my darlings!

Who is in the mood to admire a pair of truly lovely antique Georgian earrings? Hopefully everyone reading this, because that’s what’s about to happen to you.

Antique Georgian earrings; foiled-back design with aquamarines and pink topaz or pink crystal in 15k gold. Circa 1830.

How lovely is this photo? The Georgian earrings look like they’re doing their best “Draw me like one of your French girls” pose for our benefit. I, for one, am quite appreciative.

These beauties date to the early 1800’s, around 1830. Like many jewels of the period, these Georgian earrings feature foiled-back gemstones: the back of the sealed 15k gold setting of each stone features a thin layer of foil, thought to catch the light and enhance the piece’s color and beauty.

A lovely pair of antique Georgian earrings; foiled-back design with aquamarines and pink topaz or pink crystal in 15k gold. Circa 1830.

The large, lovely blue stones are aquamarine. The smaller pink stones are slightly harder to identify; the seller describes them as either pink topaz or pink crystal. Either way, they’re incredible.

In my opinion, the color combination (well, and quality) is what makes these Georgian earrings so special. Pink + blue + gold is one of my favorites. It was actually the color scheme I used for my wedding.

The ear wires on these antique Georgian earrings were added more recently to allow for comfortable wear. The earrings are of foiled-back design with aquamarines and pink topaz or pink crystal in 15k gold. Circa 1830.

The earwires are not original, but they integrate smoothly into the design and make these pretty pieces of history easily wearable.

What do you think, my dears? Will you be dreaming of these Georgian earrings too, or would you prefer something more modern? Or in a different color, perhaps? Tell me your thoughts.

A beautiful pair of antique Georgian earrings of foiled-back design with aquamarines and pink topaz or pink crystal in 15k gold. Circa 1830.

These lovely Georgian earrings are currently for sale by Glorious Antique Jewelry (appropriate name) on 1stdibs. All images and info are thanks to Glorious Antique Jewelry and 1stdibs.

 A dreamy pair of antique Georgian earrings of foiled-back design with aquamarines and pink topaz or pink crystal in 15k gold. Circa 1830. From every angle - a lovely pair of antique Georgian earrings; foiled-back design with aquamarines and pink topaz or pink crystal in 15k gold. Circa 1830. From all angles - a lovely pair of antique Georgian earrings; foiled-back design with aquamarines and pink topaz or pink crystal in 15k gold. Circa 1830. Antique Georgian earrings of foiled-back design with aquamarines and pink topaz or pink crystal in 15k gold. Circa 1830.

Lovely gold and gemstone necklace.

Good morning, kittens!

I was browsing auction houses online the other day (as I often do) and picking out some pieces to share on my Tumblr when this pretty, pretty gold and gemstone necklace jumped out at me. I had the Tumblr post all written when suddenly I realized no, no, this is too lovely for a mere Tumblr post. It deserves its own blog feature.

And so here we are.

Lovely gold and gemstone necklace with sapphires, aquamarine, and spinel.

Isn’t it just wonderful? I adore the asymmetry, the warmth of the gold, and the beautiful juxtaposition of the different gemstones’ colors.

Let’s get closer.

Pretty gold and gemstone necklace with sapphires, aquamarine, and spinel - full and detail views
Sigh. Isn’t it just the prettiest? And so interesting, in a subtle, lovely way. It would bring out different elements in different outfits depending on what colors you chose to wear with it.

The golden foliate links on the chains with the dangling gems are such a lovely touch.

Lovely gold and gemstone necklace with sapphires, aquamarine, and spinel - full and detail views

I would like more pieces like this to exist in the world, please. Ideally in my jewelry box.

What do you think of it, my lovelies? Are you as smitten as I am?

This lovely gold and gemstone necklace sold in a recent auction at Phillips. All images and info are thanks to Phillips.

Introducing: Rachael Sarc.

Good morning, my lovelies!

I was browsing Instagram the other day (as I frequently do) when I came across a simple and gorgeous necklace that knocked my socks right off. It was geometric and colorful and interesting and just spectacular. I re-grammed it, but after looking at the designer’s website I decided that wasn’t enough: I wanted to introduce all of you to her work for real here, on the blog.

Rachael Sarc is an NYC-based jewelry line with a fresh, infinitely appealing aesthetic. There are colors and interesting geometric lines and I couldn’t resist giving you a good look. Ready?

The Denise II pendant by Rachel Sarc – an 18kt rose gold pendant with rose quartz, and rock crystal quartz, and carefully positioned lines of diamond pavè.

Here’s the necklace that started it all. It’s the Denise II in pink: an 18kt rose gold pendant with rose quartz, and rock crystal quartz, and carefully positioned lines of diamond pavè. It’s sweet and fresh and stunning. It’s named after a member of Rachael’s family, like all of her pieces are.

I mean: you already know pink is my favorite color, and I’m a sucker for pieces that play with geometry. This piece is precisely my cup of tea.

The Alyssa ring by Rachael Sarc – rose gold with diamonds.

This lyrical beauty is the Alyssa ring: swirls of rose gold sprinkled with diamonds.

The Leigh earrings by Rachael Sarc – these earrings can be worn in three different ways to suit your mood. 18k white gold with green quartz, London blue topaz, and diamond pavè

Impressed yet? Check out the Leigh earrings.

That’s one single pair of earrings: they’re convertible into several vastly different styles, depending on the wearer’s mood. Each version is so great on its own that I didn’t even realize what I was looking at here until I read Rachael’s description.

I think they’re magnificent, and I’m so impressed by the variety they’re capable of. Convertible jewelry is always a good idea.

The Rachael Sarc Rose Earrings – rock crystal quartz with rose gold and diamonds.

And how about these? The Rose Earrings: rock crystal with rose gold and diamonds.

The Rachael Sarc Denise II pendant in quartz and aquamarine with diamond accents.

Here’s the Denise II necklace (my fave) in yellow quartz and aquamarine with diamonds. Gorgeous, yes? Do you prefer this color combo or the all pink? I’d be hard-pressed to choose. This one is so fresh and light.

The Cynthia Ring by Rachael Sarc – 18kt white gold blue topaz and white diamond pavè.

How about a fabulous cocktail ring? The Cynthia ring is 18kt white gold blue topaz and white diamond pavè.

Assorted jewels by NYC jewelry designer Rachael Sarc

What do you think of these designs, my dears? Are you crushing as hard as I am?

All images and info in this post are thanks to the fabulous Rachael Sarc. Photography by Mickey Kerr. 

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