Here is what I’m getting for Christmas, how about you?

[YadaYadaYada]

@kgizo, ahhhhh you are too funny. I have not, but that’s only because we take it to go. Will definitely have to give this one a spin for our next culinary outing

 

[dk168]

I am supposed to get 3 items. Unfortunately 2 of them have to be sent back to the bench I use in China.

I still have a new Greek key bracelet, so I am happy.

Here is a pic of the 3 items I was waiting for:
- 1 pair of dangles with 6mm Moissy OEC;
- 1 pair of 3-stone heart dangles made with 4mm LGD purchased from @Dandi ;
- 1 Greek key bracelet in 9K WG



The dangles have to go back to have larger jump rings put on, as the current ones are just a tad too small for my tiny huggies.

The Greek key bracelet is a replacement of the one that I lost (I am hoping it is misplaced and not completely lost as I believe it is with other small jewellery items such as Tahitian and gold stud earrings that are also missing ).

The original was a present from my late partner when we were on holiday in Athens, made with "Russian" stones, inspired by a designer piece. Having this replacement makes me happy as it reminds of that great holiday with him.



A group pic of all 5 of my current earth-mined diamond bracelets. I shan't wear them all at once as it is too much - 3 at the most! The charm bracelet that I made myself only comes out for "girly" events as it is more frivolous.



DK

 

[MamaBee]

It was this adorable little two headed snake baby! I love it and the detailing is amazing. I'm going to make a solitaire mounting hopefully sometime next year using the same artist/ motif.

Their faces are sooo cute!

 

[ItsMainelyYou]

Their faces are sooo cute!

Aren't they?!
They look like they're smiling and I just eat it up. I've taken to calling them Alexei and Emeraude.

 

[YadaYadaYada]

@dk168, sorry that you have to send two of your things back. Your new bracelet looks great on you, although I do hope your original turns up. You have a fab collection of bracelets, I’d probably wear three on one wrist and two on the other because why not?

 

[ItsMainelyYou]

I am supposed to get 3 items. Unfortunately 2 of them have to be sent back to the bench I use in China.

I still have a new Greek key bracelet, so I am happy.

Here is a pic of the 3 items I was waiting for:
- 1 pair of dangles with 6mm Moissy OEC;
- 1 pair of 3-stone heart dangles made with 4mm LGD purchased from @Dandi ;
- 1 Greek key bracelet in 9K WG



The dangles have to go back to have larger jump rings put on, as the current ones are just a tad too small for my tiny huggies.

The Greek key bracelet is a replacement of the one that I lost (I am hoping it is misplaced and not completely lost as I believe it is with other small jewellery items such as Tahitian and gold stud earrings that are also missing ).

The original was a present from my late partner when we were on holiday in Athens, made with "Russian" stones, inspired by a designer piece. Having this replacement makes me happy as it reminds of that great holiday with him.



A group pic of all 5 of my current earth-mined diamond bracelets. I shan't wear them all at once as it is too much - 3 at the most! The charm bracelet that I made myself only comes out for "girly" events as it is more frivolous.



DK

I keep forgetting you have that super cool bar set bracelet. I love all your bracelets(bangle! bangle right here!) but I especially love that one.

 

[dk168]

@dk168, sorry that you have to send two of your things back. Your new bracelet looks great on you, although I do hope your original turns up. You have a fab collection of bracelets, I’d probably wear three on one wrist and two on the other because why not?

I have always worn a watch on my left hand, and anything else felt weird (I tried, don't like it).

DK

 

[dk168]

I keep forgetting you have that super cool bar set bracelet. I love all your bracelets(bangle! bangle right here!) but I especially love that one.

Thank you.

That bracelet does not get out much as my favourite combination is the solitaire bangle with the tennis bracelet, plus my Nomination bracelet.

The ID bracelet needs to come out more I agree as I love it.

DK

 

[nala]

Ok. Funny story about my Xmas gift. I’d been stalking this ring for a while at a pawn shop, but I was on the fence given the price tag. They didn’t want to budge in the past 6 months. But last night they had a special event and I got half off.
The funny part is, I thought it was vintage. Like. The diamonds are bead set and it gave me retro vibes. Here is the ring. Middle finger.

 

[nala]

Well. After looping it this morning, I found a hallmark. Gemma Couture. Then I googled it. And found it on instagram!
Not retro and not vintage, lol. But I love it just the same!

 

[Austina]

Your greek key bracelet is stunning @dk168

 

[YadaYadaYada]

That’s a cool ring @nala! Perfect middle finger ring.

 

[Dee*Jay]

Oooh Nala, I really like that ring!

 

[oldcutclubmember]

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[oldcutclubmember]

Like @sweetpea&babycorn I also spoke too soon.

Another gift to myself lol. My husband asked me last night if I wanted anything for Christmas… I said no lol.

I JUST got it in the mail last night after work so I need to take some more pics of it in daylight today. I was originally thinking to keep it in the current setting for a bit and possibly reset the stones but now I am NOT going to touch this unless it falls apart and I have to reset it!!

The listing had no mention of any maker’s marks or assay marks (probably because they are so hard to see). I had to use a 40x loupe plus the magnifying feature on my iphone to get those pics above!

It’s a 5 stone with platinum prongs, 18k shank… estimated to be 3.24 ctw g-i and vs1-si1 stones.

These were taken with 15x macro lens.


Hand shots.

 

[asterismdispersion]

I did give myself a couple of antique stickpins, one jade and one bloodstone, for the holidays this year. They're both from the Art Nouveau / Arts and Crafts era. Enjoying wearing them. I've wanted a bloodstone antique piece for a long time. This one ticks that box.

 

[Daisy_Margaret]

Oh wow! I love that bloodstone!

 

[vintagelover229]

Hubs just bought me this Victorian beauty in 18k gold, with my birthstone (amethyst) and his birthstone (moonstone). I’m pretty over the moon about it <3 should arrive next week! Matches my navette ring that is also from the same time period!

Vanessa Palmer on Instagram: "*Sold*Genuine antique 18k Yellow Gold Victorian Era (1837-1901) Amethyst and Moonstone Five Stone Band. The hallmarks are crisp and clear to the interior of the band indicating that the ring was Hallmarked in Birmingham

24 likes, 1 comments - vanessaatheritagejewelry on October 18, 2022: "*Sold*Genuine antique 18k Yellow Gold Victorian Era (1837-1901) Amethyst and Moonstone Five Stone Band. The hallmarks are crisp and clear to the interior of the band indicating that the ring was Hallmarked in Birmingham...

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[YadaYadaYada]

@vintagelover229, oh that’s a pretty band, love the combo of amethyst and moonstone together. Come back and share when you have it!

 

[88_star]

Hubs just bought me this Victorian beauty in 18k gold, with my birthstone (amethyst) and his birthstone (moonstone). I’m pretty over the moon about it <3 should arrive next week! Matches my navette ring that is also from the same time period!

Vanessa Palmer on Instagram: "*Sold*Genuine antique 18k Yellow Gold Victorian Era (1837-1901) Amethyst and Moonstone Five Stone Band. The hallmarks are crisp and clear to the interior of the band indicating that the ring was Hallmarked in Birmingham

24 likes, 1 comments - vanessaatheritagejewelry on October 18, 2022: "*Sold*Genuine antique 18k Yellow Gold Victorian Era (1837-1901) Amethyst and Moonstone Five Stone Band. The hallmarks are crisp and clear to the interior of the band indicating that the ring was Hallmarked in Birmingham...

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what an unusual combination! So lucky to find the pair to represent the two of you. Gorgeous color on those amethysts too.

 

[Eclectic]

I did give myself a couple of antique stickpins, one jade and one bloodstone, for the holidays this year. They're both from the Art Nouveau / Arts and Crafts era. Enjoying wearing them. I've wanted a bloodstone antique piece for a long time. This one ticks that box.

These are beautiful! Are there any marks on them?

 

[YadaYadaYada]

@asterismdispersion, I love stick pins, so glad that there are others there out there wearing and appreciating them, yours are very pretty.

 

[Mreader]

i want to see the snake ring! I have a large snake tattoo on my leg and an ouroboros tattoo on my back, i love snakes scales

I guess this explains your user name? Lol! I love me some snakeys too. In jewelry though - I’m a huge wimp when it comes to pain so while I admire tattoos I couldn’t get one!

 

[Inked]

I guess this explains your user name? Lol! I love me some snakeys too. In jewelry though - I’m a huge wimp when it comes to pain so while I admire tattoos I couldn’t get one!

Yes!! I have both arms and both sides and my back…. Just no face, neck or hands!

 

[asterismdispersion]

These are beautiful! Are there any marks on them?

Thank you! Yes, the jade one is marked Walton & Co. The bloodstone has a mark for the Brassler Co.

@asterismdispersion, I love stick pins, so glad that there are others there out there wearing and appreciating them, yours are very pretty.

Thank you! I have enjoyed donning them on sweaters, jackets, etc. They're a subtle way to spice up an outfit.