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2015 gift guide: $7,000 – $15,000.

2015 jewelry gift guide - jewelry $7000 - $15000Here’s what we’ve covered already, in case you’re craving a recap: jewelry under $100; $100 – $200; $200 – $350; $350 – $500, $500 – $1,000, $1,000 – $3,000 and $3,000 – $7,000.

Sevan Biçakçi's painted seascape padlock with orange sapphires.Sevan Biçakçi painted seascape padlock with orange sapphires.

Huge antique Georgian chrysoberyl ring in 12k gold. Circa 1830's.Huge antique Georgian chrysoberyl ring in 12k gold.

Lauren Chisholm gold starburst 3 pendant necklace in solid 14k gold with a diamond.Lauren Chisholm gold starburst 3 pendant necklace in solid 14k gold with a diamond.

Multicolored sapphire square ring in gold, by Ray Griffiths. At Stone and Strand.Ray Griffiths’ multicolored sapphire square ring. At Stone and Strand.

18th century Iberian gold and emerald earrings. Hand made in 18k gold and emeralds, sourced in colonial mines in Columbia and Peru.18th century Iberian gold and emerald earrings. Hand made in 18k gold and emeralds, sourced in colonial mines in Columbia and Peru.

Judy Geib cuboid-link necklace in satin-finished 24k and 18k gold.

Judy Geib cuboid-link necklace in satin-finished 24k and 18k gold.

Kara Ross' Petra one of a kind drop earrings in uvarovite and chrysocola.
Kara Ross Petra one of a kind drop earrings in uvarovite and chrysocola.

Anabel Higgins' Georgina Necklace; Victorian-inspired design with pearls in 14k gold with detachable brooch.Anabel Higgins Georgina Necklace; Victorian-inspired design with pearls in 14k gold with detachable brooch.

The Kataoka snowflake bracelet in diamonds.Kataoka snowflake bracelet in diamonds.

Caspita jewelry's multicolor 7 chakras bracelet with diamonds and precious gemstones in gold. At Stone and Strand.Caspita jewelry’s multicolor 7 chakras bracelet with diamonds and precious gemstones in gold.
At Stone and Strand.

Antique diamond and pearl stylized bow convertible necklace. French, circa 1910. Becomes two bracelets and a brooch.Antique diamond and pearl stylized bow convertible necklace, set with Old Mine and Single cut diamonds, suspended from a link chain with diamond and pearl stations. Fashioned in platinum and 18k white gold. French, circa 1910. Chain becomes two bracelets and bow can convert to a brooch.

Irene Neuwirth's tanzanite and Rose of France drop earrings in 18k rose goldIrene Neuwirth tanzanite and Rose of France drop earrings in 18 karat rose gold.

Victorian 15k gold starburst blue enamel pendant with foxtail fringe.A Victorian 15k gold starburst blue enamel pendant with foxtail fringe.

Suzanne Kalan Firework bangles with diamond baguettes in gold.Suzanne Kalan Firework bangles with diamond baguettes in gold. 

Monique Péan's mixed gemstone drop earrings with black and white diamonds and oval dendritic opals.

Monique Péan mixed gemstone drop earrings with black and white diamonds and oval dendritic opals.

Diamonds in the Library's 2015 jewelry gift guide - jewelry $7000 - $15000

Huge antique Georgian chrysoberyl ring in 12k gold. Circa 1830's. At A Brandt and SonA Victorian 15k gold starburst blue enamel pendant with foxtail fringe.Suzanne Kalan's Firework bangles with diamond baguettes in gold.Irene Neuwirth tanzanite and Rose of France drop earrings in 18 karat rose gold

Kataoka snowflake bracelet in diamonds.

Ray Griffiths' multicolored sapphire square ring in gold. At Stone and Strand.Sevan Biçakçi painted seascape padlock with orange sapphires in silver and gold.Ray Griffiths' multicolored sapphire square ring. At Stone and Strand.Antique 18th century Iberian gold and emerald earrings. Hand made in 18k gold and emeralds, sourced in colonial mines in Columbia and Peru.Monique Péan mixed gemstone drop earrings with black and white diamonds and oval dendritic opals.
Lauren Chisholm's gold starburst 3 pendant necklace in solid 14k gold with a diamond.Kara Ross Petra one of a kind drop earrings in uvarovite and chrysocola.An antique diamond and pearl stylized bow convertible necklace. French, circa 1910. Becomes two bracelets and a brooch.Anabel Higgins Georgina Necklace; Victorian-inspired design with pearls in 14k gold with detachable brooch.

2015 gift guide: $1,000 – $3,000.

Good morning my dearest darlings, and welcome to week two of Diamonds in the Library’s 2015 jewelry gift guide! All jewelry all the time, by slowly escalating price point.

We’re in the big leagues this week, starting off with today’s $1,000 – $3,000 installment.

2015 jewelry gift guide - jewelry $1000- $3000Here’s what we’ve covered already, in case you’re craving a recap: jewelry under $100; $100 – $200; $200 – $350; $350 – $500, and $500 – $1,000.

Judy Geib's mismatched earrings in gold with opals.
Judy Geib’s mismatched earrings in gold with opals.

An antique early Victorian bohemian garnet, natural seed pearl and hair bracelet from Blackheath Jewelry.

Antique early Victorian bohemian garnet, natural seed pearl and hair bracelet from Blackheath Jewelry.

Antique Day Night Diamond Tassel Earrings in 18k and 14k gold. Round floral tops centering Single cut diamonds, removable chain tassel drops with black enamel details. French, circa 1890.

Antique Day Night Diamond Tassel Earrings in 18k and 14k gold. Round floral tops centering Single cut diamonds, removable chain tassel drops with black enamel details. French, circa 1890.

SheBee Gem "You're So Radical" colored sapphire skull earrings. At Stone and Strand.SheBee Gem You’re So Radical colored sapphire skull earrings. At Stone and Strand.

The Adel Chefridi daydream pendant necklace with diamonds in gold.

Adel Chefridi daydream pendant necklace with diamonds in gold.

Art Deco Onyx and Rose Cut Diamond Ring in 14k gold. Bezel set Rose cut diamond in a carved, fluted oval onyx. Circa 1935.Art Deco Onyx and Rose Cut Diamond Ring in 14k gold. Bezel set Rose cut diamond in a carved, fluted oval onyx. Circa 1935.

Unhada's Xiao earrings with rubies, diamonds, and opals set in 18k goldUnhada’s Xiao Earrings with rubies, diamonds, and opals set in 18k.Read More

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.

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