Art Nouveau 18k Diamond Gryphon Dragon Brooch niello Largest old European cut of

Largest old European cut of

Exceeding expectations

Slip-on bangle bracelets have been a mainstay of women's jewelry since their heyday around the turn of the 20th century

This locket pendant opens at the side to reveal two photo compartments

pointillist patterns

Art Nouveau 18k Diamond Gryphon Dragon Brooch niello Largest old European cut ofAt the apex of the predators and of its type in the jewelry world, this exquisite and weighty dragon or gryphon (griffin) brooch astounds. In 18k yellow gold, and weighing in at a fierce 16 grams of gold, every angle, front or back, is worthy of admiration. Dating to circa 1890, it has it all. The dragon itself is skillfully modeled with feather wings, curled breast, intricate talons, and curled and defined tail. No ordinary circular border, the frame