Bargain Hunt - $250 Budget

[CoffeeAndDiamonds]

Would any of you wonderful PSers care to help me hunt for a birthday present in the $250ish price range? I'm open to pretty much anything pretty!!

A few things I have saved (would love opinons on these too!)

 

[ForteKitty]

I have this necklace that’s $150 plus shipping. 10k gold but the diamonds are nice and bright.

 

[CoffeeAndDiamonds]

I have this necklace that’s $150 plus shipping. 10k gold but the diamonds are nice and bright.

Beautiful!!

Do you happen to have any neck shots?

 

[ForteKitty]

Yep, just took this!

 

[pearaffair]

OP I like your second pic best!

 

[YadaYadaYada]

Oh fun, I love spending other people's money!

What is your jam, are you more of a necklace person than rings or bracelets etc? I really like that locket necklace, so pretty and timeless.

 

[CoffeeAndDiamonds]

Yep, just took this!

Soooo pretty I love this!! Definitely makes the short list

 

[CoffeeAndDiamonds]

Oh fun, I love spending other people's money!

What is your jam, are you more of a necklace person than rings or bracelets etc? I really like that locket necklace, so pretty and timeless.

I'm more of a necklace and rings person, but am open to bracelets too!!

 

[kgizo]

What about charms?

 

[lala646]

@Ontheblackrock15 I had a necklace version of the center swirl in the first brooch you posted saved on Ebay for the longest time, but deleted it. Let me see if I can find it!

ETA: Alas, way over your budget.

1890's Antique Victorian 14k Yellow Gold Diamond & Enamel Flower 19" Necklace | eBay

Antique Victorian. Diamond - (1) Round Cut - HI/SI1 - 0.10ct (approx.). We were voted BEST of Long Island from 2015 - 2019! Always fast & free unless otherwise stated. 7.24 grams. SKU NH9087AEF.

www.ebay.com

 

[YadaYadaYada]

Sorry I've been out all day but I'll poke around tonight and see if I can find some options for you

 

[YadaYadaYada]

Not sure if you are into moonstones but this bracelet is amazing:

This item is unavailable - Etsy

Find the perfect handmade gift, vintage & on-trend clothes, unique jewelry, and more… lots more.

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Or a love knot stick pin conversion ring with an old cut diamond:

Reserved for Laurie ....victorian Love Knot Diamond - Etsy

This is a beautiful ring converted from a Victorian stickpin. It is 14k yellow gold, tested, not marked. The love knot has reposse scroll design. In the center is a 10 point bright old cut diamond set with 6 prongs. The knot measures 3/8”. It weighs 1.6 grams. It is a ring size 7.5 and could be

www.etsy.com

Maybe an amazing Deco gold filled locket?

Antique Art Nouveau Gold Filled Purple Gem Locket Pendant - Etsy

Wightman & Hough Co. made this antique art nouveau gold filled locket, circa 1920s . Wightman & Hough were established in 1856 in Providence, Rhode Island. They made a variety of gold-filled, rolled gold and sterling silver jewelry. Each piece was hallmarked with their signature stamp - a heart

www.etsy.com

 

[YadaYadaYada]

You might want to poke around in this shop, I have not personally bought from her but she has a lot of neat things at all different price points:

MindiLynJewelry - Etsy

Shop Mindi Lyn by MindiLynJewelry located in Chatham, New York. Smooth shipping! Has a history of shipping on time with tracking. Speedy replies! Has a history of replying to messages quickly. Rave reviews! Average review rating is 4.8 or higher

www.etsy.com

 

[CoffeeAndDiamonds]

What about charms?

Like a charm bracelet? I've never gotten into that, but I love the idea of being able to add charms for bdays and other special events!

 

[CoffeeAndDiamonds]

@Ontheblackrock15 I had a necklace version of the center swirl in the first brooch you posted saved on Ebay for the longest time, but deleted it. Let me see if I can find it!

ETA: Alas, way over your budget.

1890's Antique Victorian 14k Yellow Gold Diamond & Enamel Flower 19" Necklace | eBay

Antique Victorian. Diamond - (1) Round Cut - HI/SI1 - 0.10ct (approx.). We were voted BEST of Long Island from 2015 - 2019! Always fast & free unless otherwise stated. 7.24 grams. SKU NH9087AEF.

www.ebay.com

Thanks for sharing anyway, it's very pretty!!!

 

[lala646]

Love that necklace, @ForteKitty! Do you have more details?

 

[kgizo]

Like a charm bracelet? I've never gotten into that, but I love the idea of being able to add charms for bdays and other special events!

I was thinking of using a charm as a pendant since charms are often in this price point. Thought the locket was pretty, too. All on etsy.

 

[ItsMainelyYou]

Here's are some pretty little opal necklaces!

Antique Opal Old European Cut Diamond 14k Gold Necklace on Modern 10k Gold Chain | eBay

Markings: chain marked 10k, mounting is not marked, tested 14k. Photography - colored gemstone colors may vary on different monitors and in different lighting. Opal photos taken with fluorescent lighting to show off full play of color.

www.ebay.com

Antique Edwardian 9K Gold Opal Seed Pearl Necklace | eBay

Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Antique Edwardian 9K Gold Opal Seed Pearl Necklace at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products!

www.ebay.com

 

[CoffeeAndDiamonds]

I was thinking of using a charm as a pendant since charms are often in this price point. Thought the locket was pretty, too. All on etsy.

My husband collects hour glasses - I may have to get the one for him! So cute!!!

 

[CoffeeAndDiamonds]

Not sure if you are into moonstones but this bracelet is amazing:

This item is unavailable - Etsy

Find the perfect handmade gift, vintage & on-trend clothes, unique jewelry, and more… lots more.

www.etsy.com

Or a love knot stick pin conversion ring with an old cut diamond:

Reserved for Laurie ....victorian Love Knot Diamond - Etsy

This is a beautiful ring converted from a Victorian stickpin. It is 14k yellow gold, tested, not marked. The love knot has reposse scroll design. In the center is a 10 point bright old cut diamond set with 6 prongs. The knot measures 3/8”. It weighs 1.6 grams. It is a ring size 7.5 and could be

www.etsy.com

Maybe an amazing Deco gold filled locket?

Antique Art Nouveau Gold Filled Purple Gem Locket Pendant - Etsy

Wightman & Hough Co. made this antique art nouveau gold filled locket, circa 1920s . Wightman & Hough were established in 1856 in Providence, Rhode Island. They made a variety of gold-filled, rolled gold and sterling silver jewelry. Each piece was hallmarked with their signature stamp - a heart

www.etsy.com

I've always wanted something moonstone!!

 

[CoffeeAndDiamonds]

Here's are some pretty little opal necklaces!

Antique Opal Old European Cut Diamond 14k Gold Necklace on Modern 10k Gold Chain | eBay

Markings: chain marked 10k, mounting is not marked, tested 14k. Photography - colored gemstone colors may vary on different monitors and in different lighting. Opal photos taken with fluorescent lighting to show off full play of color.

www.ebay.com

Antique Edwardian 9K Gold Opal Seed Pearl Necklace | eBay

Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Antique Edwardian 9K Gold Opal Seed Pearl Necklace at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products!

www.ebay.com

Opals and diamonds together makes my heart go pitter patter!!