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[petite_singe]

What a brilliant idea to make it into earrings. It’s lovely on you.

 

[petite_singe]

That conversion turned out well! Glad to see there are other fans of crescent pendants as well.

I also purchased an antique crescent brooch recently, and I'm still waiting for the work to be completed. This is Victorian, and it will become a necklace, flower ring, and two pairs of stud earrings.

There's roughly .65 ctw of diamonds in a hodgepodge of cuts: Swiss, single, rose, & OEC. The sapphires total about 2.22 ctw and appear to be mined. The stones are set in silver on top of rose gold, and the pendant will hang from a rose gold chain.

Can’t wait to see the end products of this project. So awesome!

 

[stonewell]

That is such a handsome stud!

 

[LLJsmom]

Update on the crescent brooch... I received it back from DK earlier this week and they did a fabulous job on the conversion.


It’s fantastic in the sun too

Here are some additional pics for perspective- I really like how it easy it is to wear.

LOVE this.

 

[fioratura]

I recently found these two brooches on ebay and LOVE them. I got them for a song which makes it even better. The bumblebee is 14K but has a richer yellow color than I'm used to seeing. I love the detail on the wings and body too. The Art Deco diamond bar pin has super lively OECs in it and the most delicate filigree.

 

[isithering]

@stonewell I literally tried this on today!!! But they were asking too much (8k)... soI won’t be buying locally, but will be on a look it my self for crescent to covert it..
I can’t wait to see yours finished!

 

[isithering]

@stonewell Oh my! I need my glasses on! Convert it...
Also I see it’s finished .. I looks beautiful

 

[LightBright]

Where is the LOVE button? I adore this thread. Thanks Stonewell!

 

[luv2sparkle]

That ruby and diamond ring is killing me. Love that so much.

 

[WeeOui]

The fox is cute as can be Wee!!

Thank you so much! I’m really loving this little guy!

 

[WeeOui]

What a brilliant idea to make it into earrings. It’s lovely on you.

Thank you! I’ve made it my new hobby to search for old stick pins on eBay now. It’s very inexpensive to convert them to earrings or charms.

 

[WeeOui]

That is such a handsome stud!

Thank you! He is a fun little beastie to wear!

 

[stonewell]

@stonewell I literally tried this on today!!! But they were asking too much (8k)... soI won’t be buying locally, but will be on a look it my self for crescent to covert it..
I can’t wait to see yours finished!

Beautiful conversion necklace @isithering but 8k?? I agree you can do better finding a piece to convert on your own. If you’d rather get one ready to go, Diana has this gorgeous one available for around 3k

https://sincityfinds.com/collections/all-jewelry/products/2-7

 

[stonewell]

Where is the LOVE button? I adore this thread. Thanks Stonewell!

It’s great fun, isn’t it? I am loving all the great finds everyone is sharing too.

 

[stonewell]

I received the muff chain and thought I would share an update... fortunately, an old mine and seed pearl pendant I purchased to wear with it also arrived today.

The pendant had its full “patina” and came with lots of grime and dirt. After a bit of tlc, it looked quite beautiful. There’s still some tarnish and the diamond isn’t secure enough, so I’ll have it professionally cleaned when the prongs get tightened.





I’m also loving the muff chain! It’s quite versatile - doubled up or full length. Look forward to using it with my imperial topaz pendant when it’s done.

 

[Rubybrick]

I received the muff chain and thought I would share an update... fortunately, an old mine and seed pearl pendant I purchased to wear with it also arrived today.

The pendant had its full “patina” and came with lots of grime and dirt. After a bit of tlc, it looked quite beautiful. There’s still some tarnish and the diamond isn’t secure enough, so I’ll have it professionally cleaned when the prongs get tightened.





I’m also loving the muff chain! It’s quite versatile - doubled up or full length. Look forward to using it with my imperial topaz pendant when it’s done.

lovely pendant. And I love the chain, so chic!

 

[JPie]

It seems I am on a sapphire kick lately. Just ordered this rose cut diamond and sapphire ring. The pansy is Victorian and set in silver, and it was converted to a ring in the '30s or '40s on an 18kt band.

 

[stonewell]

It seems I am on a sapphire kick lately. Just ordered this rose cut diamond and sapphire ring. The pansy is Victorian and set in silver, and it was converted to a ring in the '30s or '40s on an 18kt band.

She’s beautiful @JPie! The sapphires have such depth of color Please share some handshots when it arrives!

 

[canuk-gal]

@stonewell I literally tried this on today!!! But they were asking too much (8k)... soI won’t be buying locally, but will be on a look it my self for crescent to covert it..
I can’t wait to see yours finished!

I also saw an amazing crescent brooch that I'd love to convert--but it was also spendy at 6K. I really was surprised it would be that much. It is gorgeous and I am thinking about it--but not on my immediate radar.

cheers--Sharon

 

[yennyfire]

It seems I am on a sapphire kick lately. Just ordered this rose cut diamond and sapphire ring. The pansy is Victorian and set in silver, and it was converted to a ring in the '30s or '40s on an 18kt band.

OMG! That is absolutely gorgeous! The color of those sapphires is amazing!

 

[yennyfire]

It seems I am on a sapphire kick lately. Just ordered this rose cut diamond and sapphire ring. The pansy is Victorian and set in silver, and it was converted to a ring in the '30s or '40s on an 18kt band.

OMG! That is absolutely gorgeous! The color of those sapphires is amazing!

 

[luv2sparkle]

LOVE the sapphire ring! Crazy good color and looks so beautiful on your hand, @JPie

 

[JPie]

She’s beautiful @JPie! The sapphires have such depth of color Please share some handshots when it arrives!

OMG! That is absolutely gorgeous! The color of those sapphires is amazing!

LOVE the sapphire ring! Crazy good color and looks so beautiful on your hand, @JPie

Thanks everyone! Will post more pics when I get it. That is a lovely hand but not mine. Mine have more spots.

It looks like the photos I got from the jeweler's site might be enhanced a bit? They also have a video on their Instagram which shows the sapphires to be less vivid, but still a nice blue. Could just be the difference in lighting.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BeKxBrEn-7B/?taken-by=fetheray.jewels

 

[JPie]

I also saw an amazing crescent brooch that I'd love to convert--but it was also spendy at 6K. I really was surprised it would be that much. It is gorgeous and I am thinking about it--but not on my immediate radar.

cheers--Sharon

Corvidae Antique has some, but in different styles. Not sure how much, but hope they're cheaper than $6K! https://www.instagram.com/p/Bi7AHYaBl9c/?hl=en&taken-by=corvidaeantique

Disclaimer: I've never purchased from them.

 

[tfc_diamondlvr]

Update on the crescent brooch... I received it back from DK earlier this week and they did a fabulous job on the conversion.


It’s fantastic in the sun too

Here are some additional pics for perspective- I really like how it easy it is to wear.

Amazing necklace conversion! I love it! So dainty and just the right amount of sparkle on the neckline! Good eye!

 

[hathalove]

It seems I am on a sapphire kick lately. Just ordered this rose cut diamond and sapphire ring. The pansy is Victorian and set in silver, and it was converted to a ring in the '30s or '40s on an 18kt band.

Oh I really like this one! So pretty. I’ve been on a casual hunt for a sweet flower ring.

 

[Bron357]

I’m boring everyone I think with my new opal earrings but I’m so totally in love with these beauties.
Here they are, yet again.

 

[Nikki1415]

I’m boring everyone I think with my new opal earrings but I’m so totally in love with these beauties.
Here they are, yet again.

Those opals are beautiful!

 

[stonewell]

Thanks everyone! Will post more pics when I get it. That is a lovely hand but not mine. Mine have more spots.

It looks like the photos I got from the jeweler's site might be enhanced a bit? They also have a video on their Instagram which shows the sapphires to be less vivid, but still a nice blue. Could just be the difference in lighting.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BeKxBrEn-7B/?taken-by=fetheray.jewels

The lighting does make it look slightly different, however, I think it still has gorgeous coloring and is the most beautiful ring of the entire lot!

 

[stonewell]

I’m boring everyone I think with my new opal earrings but I’m so totally in love with these beauties.
Here they are, yet again.

Amazing opals, @Bron357!! Love the fire show these exhibit. I had missed seeing these so I’m glad you share them here.

Edited to add: Holy moly! I just read your thread and these are a remarkable treasure find!!! I hope you don’t mind, Bron, but I think folks would love to read the remarkable story on them. Amazing!

https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/opal-earrings-bargain-buy-of-the-year-me-thinks.240949/