I did a ‘Belle Epoque’ thing

[CaseyLouLou]

I couldn’t resist this. I haven’t gotten it yet but I wanted to share. It’s 18k with old cuts, a sapphire and a pearl. It’s probably going to be smaller than I am expecting because I keep zooming in on the photos. It’s about an inch around and is estimated at 1.2ct of diamonds.

I have no need for a brooch but I need to find a way to wear this. I have realized that Belle Epoque is my style. I’m always drawn to the curves.

Any ideas as to its origin?

 

[CaseyLouLou]

I couldn’t resist this. I haven’t gotten it yet but I wanted to share. It’s 18k with old cuts, a sapphire and a pearl. It’s probably going to be smaller than I am expecting because I keep zooming in on the photos. It’s about an inch around and is estimated at 1.2ct of diamonds.

I have no need for a brooch but I need to find a way to wear this. I have realized that Belle Epoque is my style. I’m always drawn to the curves.

Any ideas as to its origin?

I’m thinking of replacing the pearl with a diamond or another sapphire and adding a bail but need to see it first!

 

[LilAlex]

I’m thinking of replacing the pearl with a diamond or another sapphire and adding a bail but need to see it first!

I love it as-is, with the pearl drop!

I see it as a pendant with a pair of tiny jump-ring "ears" at ~10:00 and 2:00.

 

[CaseyLouLou]

I love it as-is, with the pearl drop!

I see it as a pendant with a pair of tiny jump-ring "ears" at ~10:00 and 2:00.

I’m thinking a pendant too. I’m wondering if there’s a way to string a chain through it as is - maybe behind the sapphire?

 

[kgizo]

Oooh, this is fabulous! I wonder if a jeweler could do a clasp so you could change out the pearl with a diamond or sapphire depending on your mood? Excited for you

 

[stepcutnut]

Such a lovely piece, I am excited for you to be able to see it in person! I love it as is with the pearl, but it will be fun to see what you decide to do with her

 

[Mreader]

I would pluck off the Pearl and not feel the need to put anything to replace it. I would also wear as a pendant - maybe see if the ring the Pearl is in is big enough for a chain?

 

[stepcutnut]

Have you considered removing the pearl and turning the brooch upside down to use as a pendant?

 

[CaseyLouLou]

Have you considered removing the pearl and turning the brooch upside down to use as a pendant?

Wow! I love this and had not considered it. @Mreader had the same idea. I can’t unsee it in this orientation now and I’m not really a pearl person so I think it’s a done deal. I just need to figure out if a chain will fit or if I need to add a bale somewhere.

I do like the idea of a dangly piece but that could even be added back on the other end.

 

[oldcutclubmember]

Oh my goodness I love this so much and love the suggestion on top with the different orientation.

 

[Mreader]

Wow! I love this and had not considered it. @Mreader had the same idea. I can’t unsee it in this orientation now and I’m not really a pearl person so I think it’s a done deal. I just need to figure out if a chain will fit or if I need to add a bale somewhere.

I do like the idea of a dangly piece but that could even be added back on the other end.

I actually prefer the orientation like this! Whether or not you need to add a bale - you still might want to remove the pin part because it can irritate the skin.

 

[dk168]

I prefer it as it is too!

DK

 

[88_star]

If the pin back isn’t too irritating you could loop the end of a chain on one end of the pin and clipping the clasp on the other after it’s been looped around your neck, that way you don’t need to have it worked on if it’s not convenient.

It’s so pretty! Best guess would be American in origin since it’s marked 18 (and maybe a worn off k) instead of British hallmarks or a 750 mark.

 

[Ally T]

I love this & I love the pearl

 

[LorettaB]

It's absolutely beautiful and it may be larger than you think. The best $100.00 I ever spent on eBay was on a 14kt gold black enamel brooch/pendant with diamonds. It was a very old Kaspar and Esh piece. I was thinking of turning it into a ring. Then I received it in the mail. It was over 11 grams and is quite large...wayyyy too large for a ring. As it is, I would check with my jeweler and see about being able to wear it as a brooch or pendant. I wear mine most of the time on a chain.

 

[CaseyLouLou]

It's absolutely beautiful and it may be larger than you think. The best $100.00 I ever spent on eBay was on a 14kt gold black enamel brooch/pendant with diamonds. It was a very old Kaspar and Esh piece. I was thinking of turning it into a ring. Then I received it in the mail. It was over 11 grams and is quite large...wayyyy too large for a ring. As it is, I would check with my jeweler and see about being able to wear it as a brooch or pendant. I wear mine most of the time on a chain.

It’s here! I love it and it’s about the size I expected and not teeny tiny. It’s perfect for a pendant or a brooch without being overwhelming but it’s definitely blingy. I am not sure when I will wear it but I’m determined to figure that out. I couldn’t figure out a way to properly string the chain through it but managed to get pics anyway. It will need a new bale I think. I don’t actually even mind the pearl. It’s heavy at over 5 grams.

The diamonds are so sparkly and after a clean it looks even better. The sapphire is European cut and has an open culet too! This was totally worth the frivolous splurge but the price was actually very affordable.

Lots of pics. Goes great with gym clothes don’t you think?

 

[CaseyLouLou]

I am so glad I didn’t miss out on this piece. I gave it another good clean and it is insanely sparkly. There is one prong missing on the sapphire but you can’t really see it and it seems secure.

I’m a little subconscious about wearing something so over-the-top glamorous out in public so I need a special occasion to happen Stat! It’s actually the perfect size though so there’s a chance it could make its way out with me someday. People will probably assume it’s costume jewelry and then I will look ridiculous.

 

[stepcutnut]

It is really gorgeous! I love it as a brooch with the pearl but also without as a pendant, so many options

 

[YadaYadaYada]

I LOVE Belle Époque and this right here sums up all the reasons why, just so romantic and pretty. I’m glad it’s even better in-person and I hope you find an occasion to give her her full glory soon!

 

[MMtwo]

It is so dreamy. It would also be interesting to have a jeweler peek at the pretty blue sapphire. I wonder if it is a natural unheated sapphire. I would not be surprised.

 

[kgizo]

It’s gorgeous and the size is perfect. Looks fabulous as a brooch and pendant. I’m glad you didn’t miss out on it either

 

[YadaYadaYada]

Oh, forgot to mention that the sapphire being an old cut, that’s not something you see everyday. This is a great heirloom quality find.

 

[SparklieBug]

How do you remove the pearl when it’s worn as a pendant? The whole piece is gorgeous! Love how it looks on you.

ETA: Never mind! On a closer look, I see the pearl tucked behind.

 

[Mreader]

I am so glad I didn’t miss out on this piece. I gave it another good clean and it is insanely sparkly. There is one prong missing on the sapphire but you can’t really see it and it seems secure.

I’m a little subconscious about wearing something so over-the-top glamorous out in public so I need a special occasion to happen Stat! It’s actually the perfect size though so there’s a chance it could make its way out with me someday. People will probably assume it’s costume jewelry and then I will look ridiculous.

I love love it! So beautiful! Do you mind sharing the vendor?

 

[oldcutclubmember]

It’s here! I love it and it’s about the size I expected and not teeny tiny. It’s perfect for a pendant or a brooch without being overwhelming but it’s definitely blingy. I am not sure when I will wear it but I’m determined to figure that out. I couldn’t figure out a way to properly string the chain through it but managed to get pics anyway. It will need a new bale I think. I don’t actually even mind the pearl. It’s heavy at over 5 grams.

The diamonds are so sparkly and after a clean it looks even better. The sapphire is European cut and has an open culet too! This was totally worth the frivolous splurge but the price was actually very affordable.

Lots of pics. Goes great with gym clothes don’t you think?

It’s gorgeous! Perfect size!

 

[Calliecake]

Oh @CaseyLouLou, This is so so beautiful. The size is perfect. i would love to find a necklace like this. It’s perfection in my eyes, One of the prettiest I have seen on Pricescope!

 

[CaseyLouLou]

I love love it! So beautiful! Do you mind sharing the vendor?

Sure. Hopefully this link will work. They are an eBay store and have some very nice things. The reviews aren’t perfect and my piece did have a broken prong that wasn’t mentioned and they don’t accept returns which is normally a deal breaker for me but the price was decent and I was pretty sure I was going to like it.

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[CaseyLouLou]

It is so dreamy. It would also be interesting to have a jeweler peek at the pretty blue sapphire. I wonder if it is a natural unheated sapphire. I would not be surprised.

I was wondering the same thing. It’s pretty small but very sparkly and clean. I’m happy assuming it’s genuine since the piece is so nice but maybe I will show it to my jeweler just for fun. I know synthetics were often used but for some reason I think this one is natural.

Any idea as to the age? Maybe 20’s or 30’s? The 18k does suggest American.

 

[MMtwo]

I was wondering the same thing. It’s pretty small but very sparkly and clean. I’m happy assuming it’s genuine since the piece is so nice but maybe I will show it to my jeweler just for fun. I know synthetics were often used but for some reason I think this one is natural.

Any idea as to the age? Maybe 20’s or 30’s? The 18k does suggest American.

I am a complete beginner, but if you loupe the stone, do you see silk or any little imperfections? I have a natural blue (new avatar) and the inside is full of interesting things.

 

[CaseyLouLou]

I am a complete beginner, but if you loupe the stone, do you see silk or any little imperfections? I have a natural blue (new avatar) and the inside is full of interesting things.

I will try to loupe it again but I didn’t see anything interesting the first time other than realizing it had an open culet and that was Very interesting!