A slender ring of cobalt enamel scattered with small pink blossoms and green leaves, edged in delicate gold-tone cloisonné wirework. Slip-on and lightweight, it layers easily with other bangles or wears alone as a quiet touch of color at the wrist. The compact floral pattern has the feel of a garden glimpsed at a distance — dense, unfussy, and rendered by hand.

Details

• Era: 1970s
• Style / design notes: Thin slip-on bangle, cloisonné enamel, floral motif
• Stone or material notes: Enamel on gold-tone base metal
• Color: Cobalt blue, pink, green, red
• Condition: great vintage condition, please see photos
• Measurement: Size 8

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Cobalt enamel deepens like a night sky behind hand-set roses and a butterfly caught mid-flight, each outlined in fine gold-tone wirework in the traditional cloisonné technique. The hinged, contoured cuff sits close to the wrist, its scalloped shape following the curve of the arm rather than sitting rigid. A piece that carries the quiet patience of enamel work — every petal and wing set by hand, section by section.

Details

• Era: 1970s
• Style / design notes: Hinged cuff, cloisonné enamel, rose and butterfly motif, scalloped contour
• Stone or material notes: Enamel on gold-tone base metal
• Color: Cobalt blue, pink, green, gold
• Condition: great vintage condition, please see photos
• Measurement: Size 8ish

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A quiet study in contrast — brushed platinum-tone metal wrapped by fluid gold-tone swirls that catch the light like a comet's tail. The hinged construction opens smoothly for an easy fit, while the sculpted linear texture gives the surface a soft, brushed-satin glow rather than a hard shine. Substantial without being heavy, this is the kind of piece that grounds a stack or stands alone.

Details

• Era: 1970s
• Style / design notes: Hinged bangle, brushed two-tone finish, sculpted swirl motif
• Stone or material notes: Base metal, gold-tone and silver-tone plating
• Color: Silver and gold
• Condition: great vintage condition, please see photos
• Measurement: Size 7 on a bracelet sizing cone

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A petite round Roamer in a gold-plated case, its slender lugs tapering toward a textured basketweave band. Fine gold-tone batons mark the hours across a pale dial, now softened by a weathered patina. Swiss made in the 1950s–1960s, it is small in scale and sits close to the wrist. It wears more like a bracelet than a timepiece.

Materials
20 micron gold-plated bezel, stainless steel case back, gold-tone expansion band with stainless steel backing

Details

• Era: 1950s–1960s
• Markings: Roamer, Swiss Made (dial); Lunette plaqué or 20 microns, fond acier inoxydable, 17232 (case back); Speidel Pat. 2689450 (band)
• Style / design notes: Petite round case with tapered lugs, gold-tone baton markers, basketweave expansion band
• Function: Manual wind ladies wristwatch, working wind-up condition
• Color: Gold-tone with pale dial
• Condition: Good vintage condition, with noticeable staining and spotting on the dial, please see images
• Measurement: Expandable band fits 6"–8" wrists

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A small oval watch in polished silver-tone metal, its leaf-shaped lugs curving gently toward the band. The pale brushed dial carries bold black Arabic numerals, clear and easy to read. Made by Timex in Mexico in the 1970s, it has the honest, well-built simplicity the brand was known for. Understated and lightweight, it works as everyday jewelry. Working wind up condition.

Materials
Base metal bezel, stainless steel case back, stainless steel expansion band

Details

• Era: 1970s
• Markings: Timex, Mexico (dial); Timex Mexico, Base Metal Bezel, Stainless Steel (case back); Stainless Steel, Hong Kong (band)
• Style / design notes: Oval case with leaf-shaped lugs, brushed dial with black Arabic numerals, expansion band
• Function: Manual wind ladies wristwatch, working wind up condition
• Color: Silver-tone
• Condition: Great vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: Expandable band fits 5.5"–7.5" wrists

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A ladies' Gruen Veri-Thin wristwatch in a softly curved tonneau case, its scrolled lugs flowing into a gold-filled expansion band. The pale dial carries gold-tone numerals and triangle markers, marked Switzerland. Dating to the 1940s–1950s, it reflects the quiet elegance of mid-century Swiss dress watches. Small in scale and warm in tone, it wears like a piece of jewelry. In working wind-up condition.

Materials
10K rolled gold plate bezel, stainless steel case back, 10K gold-filled expansion band with stainless steel backing

Details

• Era: 1940s–1950s
• Markings: Gruen Veri-Thin, Switzerland (dial); Stainless Steel, 10K RGP bezel (case back); 10K GF top caps, stainless steel (band)
• Style / design notes: Curved tonneau case with scrolled lugs, pale dial with gold-tone Arabic numerals and triangle markers, scrolled expansion band
• Function: Manual wind ladies wristwatch, in working wind up condition
• Color: Gold-tone with pale silver dial
• Condition: Good vintage condition, with verdigris patina on the case and band and light spotting on the dial, please see images
• Measurement: Expandable band fits 5.5"–7" wrists

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A teardrop-shaped watch pendant in gold-tone metal, cut in a fine lattice that radiates outward from a faceted crystal like light from a small sun. The dial is soft champagne with slim black batons, marked Lucerne and shock resistant. Made in Hong Kong in the 1960s–1970s, it turns a timepiece into a piece of jewelry. The back is engraved with scrolling florals and a winged figure, a detail worth turning over.

Materials
Gold-tone and silver-tone base metal, crystal, gold-tone chain

Details

• Era: 1960s–1970s
• Markings: Lucerne, Shock Resistant, Hong Kong (dial)
• Style / design notes: Teardrop pendant watch with diamond-cut lattice and radiating ridges, faceted crystal, engraved case back
• Function: Pendant watch with crown in working wind up condition.
• Color: Gold-tone with champagne dial, silver-tone back
• Condition: Good vintage condition, with tone loss on the case back and bail, please see images
• Measurement: 18" chain

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A petite cocktail watch in gold-tone metal, its rounded, softly angled case set with leaf-shaped lugs and a pale dial with gold numerals. Caravelle was Bulova's more accessible line, introduced in the early 1960s, and this manual wind example reflects that decade's refined everyday elegance. The etched Speidel expansion band flexes to fit most wrists. Delicate in scale, it sits somewhere between jewelry and timepiece.

Materials
Gold-tone base metal bezel, stainless steel case back, gold-tone expansion band

Details

• Era: 1960s
• Markings: Caravelle (dial); Speidel, base metal bezel, stainless back, M6 (case back)
• Style / design notes: Petite cocktail-style case with leaf-shaped lugs, pale dial with gold-tone Arabic numerals and baton markers, etched expansion band
• Function: Manual wind ladies wristwatch, untested
• Color: Gold-tone with pale dial
• Condition: Good vintage condition, with gold-tone loss on the case and band and light spotting on the dial, please see images
• Measurement: Expandable band fits 5.5"–7" wrists

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A wide, three-row link bracelet in gold-tone metal, its bars alternating between polished and finely twisted rope texture. White accents show between the rows, adding depth as the links shift with the wrist. Dating to the 1970s–1980s, it has the supple drape of classic panther link design. Substantial enough to wear alone, and easy to stack with slimmer chains.

Materials
Gold-tone 

Details

• Era: 1970s–1980s
• Style / design notes: Three-row panther link with alternating smooth and twisted rope bars
• Function: Bracelet with fold-over clasp
• Color: Gold and white
• Condition: Great vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 7.5"

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A long gold-tone chain of textured oval links, punctuated by maiden profiles with flowing hair and small stars set with faces. The charms echo the celestial and botanical themes of turn-of-the-century design. Their softly relief-cast detail catches light like moonlight on water. At 50 inches, it can be worn long, doubled, or layered.

Materials
Gold-tone metal

Details

• Era: 1940's-60's
• Style / design notes: Art Nouveau revival relief-cast maiden profile charms and star charms with faces, on textured cable chain
• Function: Long necklace with spring ring clasp, wear long, doubled, or layered
• Color: Antiqued gold
• Condition: Good vintage condition, with gold-tone loss on charms, please see images
• Measurement: 50"

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A small cloisonné vase in deep oxblood enamel, bearing an open bloom in yellow and cobalt with a blush pink center. A bud and a white blossom rise toward the neck, each outlined in fine gold-tone wire. Dating to the 1970s, it hangs from both sides of the rim on a delicate cable chain. Compact and light, it brings a small painted garden to everyday wear.

Materials
Cloisonné enamel on brass, gold-tone chain

Details

• Era: 1970s
• Style / design notes: Vase-shaped pendant with floral and leaf motif outlined in gold-tone wire
• Stone or material notes: Red, yellow, blue, pink, white, and green enamel set in metal cells
• Function: Pendant necklace with spring ring clasp
• Color: Oxblood red, yellow, blue, green, and gold
• Condition: Great vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 18" chain

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An open shamrock of three heart-shaped leaves, its center set with a single small green stone, like the last light in a forest canopy. Made in sterling silver in the 1980s, it is a simple, graceful take on a symbol of luck. Light on the neck and easy to layer, it hangs from a fine chain with a spring ring clasp.

Materials
Sterling silver, green stone

Details

• Era: 1980s
• Markings: 925 GL
• Style / design notes: Open-work shamrock with three heart-shaped leaves, prong-set center stone
• Stone or material notes: Small round faceted green stone
• Function: Pendant necklace with spring ring clasp
• Color: Silver and green
• Condition: Good vintage condition, with light surface wear, please see images
• Measurement: 20" chain

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A long chain of faceted purple stones, each held in a smooth gold-tone bezel and linked by fine open rings. The color sits somewhere between amethyst and dusk, deepening as the light moves across the cut faces. Channel-set chains like this were a signature of the 1970s, with a finish that feels close to fine jewelry. Wear it long, doubled, or layered with pendants for a quiet line of violet.

Materials
Gold-tone metal, faux faceted purple stones

Details

• Era: 1970s
• Style / design notes: Channel-set bezel stones joined by small open rings, single strand
• Stone or material notes: Round faceted purple stones in smooth gold-tone bezels
• Function: Long necklace, wear single, doubled, or layered
• Color: Purple and gold
• Condition: Great vintage condition, please see images
• 36" long

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A long chain of slim gold-tone bar links, paused at intervals by cream cylinder beads decorated with a single pink rose and gilt sprigs. White glass accents soften the rhythm between each station. Dating to the 1960s–1970s, it reflects the era's gentle return to small-scale florals. At 38 inches, it can be worn long, looped, or doubled.

Materials
Gold-tone metal, floral decorated beads, glass beads

Details

• Era: 1960s
• Style / design notes: Bar link station necklace with rose-decorated cylinder beads and gold-tone end caps
• Stone or material notes: Cream beads with pink rose and gold-toned leaf motif, white glass accent beads
• Function: Long necklace, wear looped or doubled
• Color: Gold, cream, pink, white
• Condition: Good vintage condition, with wear to some beads and minor gold-tone loss on bead caps, please see images
• Measurement: 38"

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A single rose in rose gold overlay, its petals engraved with fine radiating lines that catch the light like distant starlight. Two etched yellow gold leaves sit behind the bloom, hanging from a small ring on a delicate cable chain. Made by Krementz in the 1950s–1960s, it reflects the maker's gold overlay craftsmanship and mid-century love of botanical motifs. Light enough for everyday wear, worn alone or layered.

Materials
Rose and yellow gold overlay

Details

• Era: 1950s–1960s
• Markings: Krementz (partially legible stamp)
• Style / design notes: Dimensional rose with engraved radial petal texture, two etched leaves, cable chain
• Function: Pendant necklace with spring ring clasp
• Color: Rose gold and yellow gold
• Condition: Good vintage condition, with minor gold loss on one petal edge, please see images
• Measurement: 19" chain

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A porcelain rose in soft pink sits inside a gold-tone bow and floral frame, suspended from a double figaro chain with two ornate floral link stations. Signed Avon, likely from the Heritage Collection. A romantic, cottage-garden piece that layers beautifully with simpler chains.

Materials
Gold-tone metal, porcelain rose

Details

• Era: 1980s
• Markings: Signed "Avon"
• Style / design notes: Bow and floral frame pendant, double figaro chain with floral link stations, spring ring clasp
• Stone or material notes: Porcelain rose cabochon
• Color: Gold tone, pink
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 20"

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A wild rose in soft coral and cream is painted beneath a domed glass oval, set in a simple gold-tone frame with a scrolling bail. The reverse shows the chalky texture of the paint layer, a small clue to how it was made by hand. Worn on its long rope chain, it settles at the chest with quiet, romantic presence.

Materials
Gold-tone metal, domed glass, painted floral backing

Details

• Era: 1970s–1980s
• Style / design notes: Domed glass oval, scrolled bail, reverse-painted floral motif
• Stone or material notes: Hand-painted rose and foliage under glass
• Color: Gold tone, coral, cream, green
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 24" chain, pendant 2" x 1.25"

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Gently curved bar segments link together at small beaded joints, giving this bracelet a soft, modernist rhythm around the wrist. Signed Avon on the clasp tag. A quiet, sculptural piece that reads more architectural than sweet, easy to wear alone or stacked.

Materials
Gold-tone base metal

Details

• Era: 1980s
• Markings: Signed "Avon"
• Style / design notes: Wavy bar links joined by small beaded connectors, lobster clasp
• Color: Gold tone
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 8"

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A flat herringbone chain carries a single puffed heart charm, simple and sculptural against the flexible links. Stamped 14K GP on the clasp, this reads as gold plate rather than solid gold, but wears with the same soft shine. A clean, everyday piece that's easy to layer.

Materials
14K gold plate (herringbone chain)

Details

• Era: 1980s
• Markings: Stamped "14K GP" on clasp
• Style / design notes: Flat herringbone chain, puffed heart charm dangle, lobster-style clasp
• Color: Gold tone
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 7.25"

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A cloisonné butterfly rests among small flowers, outlined in gold against a deep cobalt blue field, scalloped at the edges like an old brooch. Handworked enamel like this catches light in a way that flat prints never quite manage. Lightweight and comfortable for all-day wear on the clip.

Materials
Gold-tone metal, cloisonné enamel

Details

• Era: 1970s
• Style / design notes: Scalloped edge, butterfly and floral cloisonné motif, clip-on fastening
• Color: Blue, pink, gold tone
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 0.6" diameter

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A puffed gold-tone heart sits at the ear with a single faux pearl swinging just below, a sweet, uncomplicated shape that moves with you. Avon, pierced post style. Easy to dress up or wear every day.

Materials
Gold-tone metal, faux pearl

Details

• Era: 1980s
  
• Style / design notes: Puffed heart stud with faux pearl drop, pierced post
• Color: Gold tone, cream
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 0.75" long

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A single sculpted pink rose dangles beneath gold-tone leaves, swaying gently with movement. Avon, with a floral-stamped backing visible when the earring turns. Romantic and lightweight enough for everyday wear.

Materials
Gold-tone metal, resin/porcelain-style rose

Details

• Era: 1980s
  
• Style / design notes: Sculpted rose dangle, gold-tone leaf cap, floral-stamped backing, ball post
• Color: Gold tone, pink
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 1" long

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Five marquise-cut blue stones rise in a tiered arrangement, each flanked by clusters of round clear crystals set close together for extra sparkle. The scalloped gallery underneath shows real attention to detail, prong by prong. A substantial cocktail ring built to catch light from every angle.

Materials
Gold-tone base metal, glass stones

Details

• Era: 1980s
• Style / design notes: Tiered marquise stone arrangement, scalloped prong gallery, cluster crystal accents
• Stone or material notes: Marquise-cut blue glass stones with round clear crystal clusters
• Color: Gold tone, blue, clear
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: Size 9

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A neatly tied bow rendered in cream enamel sits atop a slim gold-tone band, simple and a little playful. Signed Avon, this is a small everyday piece that works alone or stacked. The enamel shows some tone loss and light chipping consistent with age.

Materials
Gold-tone base metal, enamel

Details

• Era: 1970s–1980s
• Markings: Signed "Avon"
• Style / design notes: Bow motif, slim band
• Color: Gold tone, cream
• Condition: Good vintage condition; enamel shows some tone loss and light chipping, please see images
• Measurement: Size 8

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Ten clear rhinestones climb a diamond-shaped lattice in a bold bypass setting, catching light from every angle. Substantial without being heavy, this is a statement piece built for evening wear or anytime a little extra sparkle is called for. Open gallery work underneath keeps it light on the hand.

Materials
Gold-tone base metal, rhinestones

Details

• Era: 1980s
• Style / design notes: Diamond-shaped rhinestone cluster, open lattice gallery, bypass band
• Stone or material notes: 10 round clear rhinestones
• Color: Gold tone, clear
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: Size 9

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Ten clear rhinestones climb a diamond-shaped lattice in a bold bypass setting, catching light from every angle. Substantial without being heavy, this is a statement piece built for evening wear or anytime a little extra sparkle is called for. Open gallery work underneath keeps it light on the hand.

Materials
Gold-tone base metal, rhinestones

Details

• Era: 1980s
• Style / design notes: Diamond-shaped rhinestone cluster, open lattice gallery, bypass band
• Stone or material notes: 10 round clear rhinestones
• Color: Gold tone, clear
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: Size 7

Collected by Mineral and Matter

An open heart set with a single sparkling round accent stone anchors this ring, flanked by smaller open hearts that step down along the band. Simple and romantic without being fussy, easy to wear alone or stacked with other rings. A sweet, everyday piece with just enough sparkle.

Materials
Gold-tone base metal, cubic zirconia

Details

• Era: 1980s
• Style / design notes: Open heart motif with graduated hearts along the band, prong-set round accent stone
• Stone or material notes: Single round clear cubic zirconia
• Color: Gold tone, clear
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: Size 7.75

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A faceted oval stone in deep sapphire blue sits prong-set at the center, flanked by split gold-tone shoulders each set with a small round accent cz stone . A clean, classic cocktail ring silhouette that wears well on its own or stacked. The center stone carries some light surface wear, a small trace of the decades behind it.

Materials
Gold-tone base metal, glass stones

Details

• Era: 1970s–1980s
• Style / design notes: Prong-set oval center stone, split shoulder design with round accent stones
• Stone or material notes: Faceted blue glass center stone with light surface wear; lilac round accent stones
• Color: Gold tone, blue
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images; center stone shows light surface wear
• Measurement: Size 7.75

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A round coral-tone cabochon rises from a textured, sunburst-ribbed gold-tone setting, its asymmetric bow-like sides giving the design real movement. Signed Avon on the underside, with an adjustable band that fits a range of sizes. A confident, sculptural piece from an era when Avon's costume jewelry leaned bold.

Materials
Gold-tone base metal, glass cabochon

Details

• Era: 1970s
• Markings: Signed "Avon"
• Style / design notes: Textured ribbed setting, asymmetric bow motif, adjustable band
• Stone or material notes: Round coral-tone glass cabochon
• Color: Gold tone, coral
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: Adjustable, size 4-5

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Cast in the shape of a small leather-bound book, this locket opens on a tiny hinge to reveal celluloid photo sleeves inside, meant to hold a keepsake portrait close. The spine and cover carry etched detail true to the binding it imitates, scrollwork corners and all. The reverse is engraved "To Charmion from Walt," a sweetheart gift with its own small story intact. A rare survivor with both craftsmanship and history behind it.

Materials
Gold filled (1/20 12kt GF)

Details

• Era: 1900s–1920s
• Markings: Stamped "1/20 12kt" inside; engraved "To Charmion From Walt" on the reverse
• Style / design notes: Book-form locket with etched spine and scrolled corner detail, hinged opening, celluloid photo sleeves
• Color: Gold tone
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 1" x 0.75"

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A hinged gold-shell bangle, hand-engraved with a flowing floral motif that fades into a polished, unadorned band. Signed by J. F. Sturdy and Sons, a maker known for quality rolled-gold pieces at the turn of the century, with a patent mark dating to 1905. The push-button clasp still closes securely, a small mechanical detail that has outlasted the century. A substantial, wearable antique with real history behind it.

Materials
Gold Shell- 25% solid gold

Details

• Era: 1900s–1910s (Victorian/Edwardian transition)
• Markings: Stamped "JFSS PAT," attributed to J. F. Sturdy and Sons, 1905 patent
• Style / design notes: Hinged bangle, hand-engraved floral panel, push-button clasp
• Color:  gold tone
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 2.5" x 2.25" diameter

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A polished blank oval face sits inside a swirled, sunburst-textured surround, flanked by finely engraved swans tucked into the shoulders on either side. Ready to be personalized or worn exactly as is, a quiet monogram waiting to happen. Substantial on the hand, with the kind of detail that only shows itself on a second look.

Materials
Gold filled

Details

• Era: 1940s–1950s
• Style / design notes: Swirled sunburst surround, blank oval signet face, engraved swan detail on each shoulder
• Color: Gold tone
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: Size 9

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A cluster of pastel "jelly belly" cabochons in blue, pink, lavender, and yellow surrounds a hidden watch face at the center, set within a gold-tone floral and leaf motif. Pedre made these statement timepieces to double as jewelry first, watch second, and this one wears the part. A striking bracelet with real presence at the wrist, whether or not the movement still keeps time.

Materials
Gold-tone metal, glass cabochons, rhinestones

Details

• Era: 1950s–1960s
• Markings: Signed "Pedre," dial marked "Pedre 17 Jewels"
• Style / design notes: Floral and leaf gold-tone setting, pastel moonglow cabochon cluster, hidden watch face
• Stone or material notes: Multicolor glass cabochons with rhinestone and faux pearl accents
• Function: Watch, untested; missing side dial (crown/stem)
• Color: Gold tone, pastel multicolor
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 7"

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A miniature butterfly cast in gold-tone metal, its wings ribbed and finely textured to catch the light from every angle. Small enough to wear without fuss, on a lapel, hat, or scarf. A quiet nod to nature in a compact, wearable form.

Materials
Gold-tone base metal

Details

• Era: 1970s–1980s
• Style / design notes: Textured ribbed wings, clutch-back tie tack fastening
• Color: Gold tone
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 0.6" x 0.6"

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A single rose, red enamel folded over gold-tone petals, rests on a slim stem with two small leaves. Compact and unfussy, this is a lapel pin in the truest sense, meant to be noticed but never shouted. Wear it on a collar, jacket, or hat brim, wherever a small bloom belongs.

Materials
Gold-tone base metal, peachy pink enamel

Details

• Era: 1970s–1980s
• Style / design notes: Single rose with stem and leaves, clutch-back tie tack fastening
• Color: Gold tone, red
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 0.25" x 0.75"

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A flowing cursive "B" catches the light along its full silhouette, with a line of clear rhinestones tracing the letter's spine. Bigger and bolder than the average initial pin, it works as a statement piece as much as a monogram. Pin it wherever a personal touch belongs.

Materials
Gold-tone base metal, clear rhinestones

Details

• Era: 1980s
• Style / design notes: Large cursive script letter form, rhinestone-set vertical stroke, standard pin back
• Stone or material notes: Clear round rhinestones
• Color: Gold tone, clear
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 1.2" x 1.5"

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A textured gold-tone "S" curves in confident cursive, signed by Mamselle on the reverse. The brushed finish catches light along each stroke. A classic monogram piece, ready for anyone whose name starts with the letter, or as a graphic accent on its own.

Materials
Gold-tone base metal

Details

• Era: 1960s–1970s
• Markings: Signed "Mamselle"
• Style / design notes: Cursive script letter form, brushed textured finish, standard pin back
• Color: Gold tone
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 1" x 0.6"

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A single capital "B" rendered in polished gold-tone metal, clean-lined and unadorned. Monogram jewelry like this carried real sentiment once, a small mark of identity pinned close to the collar. Wear it as your own initial or gift it forward to someone who shares the letter.

Materials
Gold-tone base metal

Details

• Era: 1960s–1970s
• Style / design notes: Block capital letter form, polished finish, standard pin back
• Color: Gold tone
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 1" x 0.4"

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A single "R" rendered in polished gold-tone metal, clean-lined and unadorned. Monogram jewelry like this carried real sentiment once, a small mark of identity pinned close to the collar. Wear it as your own initial or gift it forward to someone who shares the letter.

Materials
Gold-tone base metal

Details

• Era: 1960s–1970s
• Style / design notes: Block capital letter form, polished finish, standard pin back
• Color: Gold tone
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 1" x 0.25"

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Sky-blue enamel fills each wing in soft, veined segments, edged in gold-tone metal with a black cloisonné body and curling antennae. Cloisonné work like this asks for patience, each cell hand-filled before firing. Lightweight and easy to wear, it brings a small flash of color to a lapel, scarf, or collar.

Materials
Gold-tone metal, cloisonné enamel

Details

• Era: 1970s–1980s
• Style / design notes: Cloisonné wing segments with veined detail, curled gold-tone antennae, standard pin back
• Stone or material notes: Blue and black enamel, no stones
• Color: Blue, gold tone, black
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 1.4" x 0.6"

Collected by Mineral and Matter

An open heart traced in ribbed, sunburst-fine lines, edged with a beaded border that catches the light at every turn. The negative space at its center keeps the form light rather than sentimental. A simple, wearable piece that reads more graphic than romantic. Pin it to a lapel, scarf, or the brim of a hat.

Materials
Gold-tone base metal

Details

• Era: 1970s–1980s
• Style / design notes: Open heart silhouette, ribbed radial texture, beaded edge trim, standard pin back
• Color: Gold tone
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 1" x 1.1"

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Three faux pearls trail along a spiraling gold-tone wire form, caught mid-orbit inside an open circle. The design has the restraint of mid-century modernism, more gesture than ornament. A signed piece, though the mark has softened with age. Wear it as a quiet anchor on a blazer lapel or coat.

Materials
Gold-tone metal, faux pearls

Details

• Era: 1950s–1960s
• Markings: Stamped, mark not clearly legible
• Style / design notes: Open circle form, spiraling wire swirl, rollover pin clasp
• Stone or material notes: Three faux pearls, graduated placement
• Color: Gold tone, cream
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 1.25" diameter

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A hand-painted bouquet of roses and pansies sits beneath a domed glass cabochon, framed in rope-twist gold-tone metal with a scrolling fleur-de-lis bail. The open reverse reveals the floral motif through cut petal shapes, a small detail meant to be discovered. Worn on its long rope chain, it reads as a quiet nod to the garden, carried close. A substantial, romantic piece with real presence at the neckline.

Materials
Gold-tone metal, domed glass, printed floral paper insert

Details

• Era: 1970s–1980s
• Style / design notes: Rope-twist bezel, fleur-de-lis bail, cut-out floral reverse, rope chain with spring ring clasp
• Stone or material notes: Domed glass cabochon over a printed floral bouquet (roses, pansies, forget-me-nots)
• Color: Gold tone, multicolor floral
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 17" chain, pendant 1" x 2"

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Description
A single oval cabochon in deep teal and blue-green rests at the center of hand-scrolled wire filigree, held between two woven metal bands. The stone's swirling matrix reads like currents beneath the surface of water. Handcrafted in a Southwestern-influenced style, likely from the 1970s, with a simple hook clasp closure. A grounded, sculptural piece for everyday layering.

Materials
Silver-tone metal, chrysocolla-style stone cabochon (unconfirmed, natural material)

Details

• Era: 1970s
• Style / design notes: Woven double-band wire construction, scrolled open filigree bezel, hook-and-loop clasp
• Stone or material notes: Oval cabochon, blue-green with darker matrix veining, approx. 0.5" — reads as chrysocolla or a related copper-mineral stone, unconfirmed
• Color: Silver tone, teal/blue-green
• Condition: Great vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 2.5" diameter (inner)

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Description
A single oval cabochon in deep teal and blue-green rests at the center of hand-scrolled wire filigree, held between two woven metal bands. The stone's swirling matrix reads like currents beneath the surface of water. Handcrafted in a Southwestern-influenced style, likely from the 1970s, with a simple hook clasp closure. A grounded, sculptural piece for everyday layering.

Materials
Silver-tone metal, chrysocolla-style stone cabochon (unconfirmed, natural material)

Details

• Era: 1970s
• Style / design notes: Woven double-band wire construction, scrolled open filigree bezel, hook-and-loop clasp
• Stone or material notes: Oval cabochon, blue-green with darker matrix veining, approx. 0.5" — reads as chrysocolla or a related copper-mineral stone, unconfirmed
• Color: Silver tone, teal/blue-green
• Condition: Great vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 2.5" diameter (inner)

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A single hand-sculpted porcelain rose rests inside a scalloped gold-tone filigree frame, edged in soft cream enamel. Two round crystal rhinestones flank the center like dew caught at dawn. Cast in the Victorian Revival style popular from the 1970s through the 1980's, it carries the romance of an earlier era without the weight of one. Pin it to a lapel or a wide-brim hat for an instant touch of old-world charm.

Materials
Gold-tone base metal, cream enamel, hand-sculpted porcelain rose, glass rhinestones

Details

• Era: 1970s-80's (Victorian Revival style)
• Style / design notes: Scalloped oval filigree frame, cream enamel border, C-catch pin with hinge
• Stone or material notes: Two round clear glass rhinestones; porcelain rose in cream with pink center
• Color: Gold tone, cream, soft pink
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 1.25" x 0.75"

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A dense field of cobalt blue tesserae frames two symmetrical rose bouquets in coral and gold, hand-set within a round brass mount. Made in Italy and stamped on the reverse, this small brooch carries the same tradition of hand-set glasswork found in the finer micromosaic pendants, in a compact size suited to a lapel or collar.

Materials: Glass micromosaic tesserae set in brass

Details

• Era: 1950s–1960s
• Markings: Made in Italy
• Style / design notes: Round brooch with symmetrical floral bouquet design, cobalt blue ground
  
• Function: Brooch / pin
• Color: Cobalt blue ground with coral, gold, and white florals
  Condition: Good vintage condition, please see photos; light wear to the metal
  Measurement: 1.1" diameter

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A long, textured gold-tone chain punctuated at intervals by small clusters of champagne-pink faux pearls, each held between tiny gold-tone rondelles. The delicate hammered links catch light along their length, giving movement to what is otherwise a quiet, minimal design. Long enough to wear doubled or worn as a single sweeping line, it suits both a bare neckline and a layered stack.

Details

• Era: 1980s
• Style / design notes: Long station necklace, textured chain, pearl cluster stations
• Stone or material notes: Faux pearl, gold-tone metal
• Color: Gold, champagne pink
• Condition: great vintage condition, please see photos
• Measurement: 33"

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A tiny black-enamel vase, no larger than a thumbprint, holds a single rose rendered in fine gold-tone cloisonné wirework — petals in ivory and deep red, leaves in two shades of green. The pendant hangs from a delicate gold-tone chain, its miniature scale giving it the quiet presence of a keepsake rather than a statement piece. A small, still-life kind of jewelry, worth wearing close.

Details

• Era: 1970s
• Style / design notes: Vase pendant, cloisonné enamel, rose and leaf motif
• Stone or material notes: Enamel on gold-tone base metal
• Color: Black, red, white, green, gold
• Condition: great vintage condition, please see photos
• Measurement: 18" chain, 1.10" pendant

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A softly molded lavender cameo holds a classic profile in relief, framed by an ornate gold-tone filigree surround with a scalloped, sunburst edge. Hung on a fine rope chain, this is a romantic, wearable piece that leans into the Victorian revival style popular in mid-century costume jewelry.

Materials: Resin cameo set in gold-tone metal, rope chain

Details:

1970's
Style / design notes: Oval cameo with ornate filigree sunburst frame, rope chain
Color: Lavender ground, ivory profile, gold-tone frame
Condition: Excellent vintage condition, please see photos
Measurement: 17" chain, 1.25" x 1" pendant

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Description
A small sculpted rosebud tops a slender gold-tone stick pin, a single clear rhinestone glinting at its heart like dew caught at first light. This 1970s–1980s pin has layered, hand-curled-look petals that give the tiny bloom real depth. It works on a lapel, scarf, hat band, or collar, adding a quiet floral accent without overwhelming. It's secured with a clutch back for easy, confident wear.

Materials
Gold-tone metal, clear rhinestone

Details

• Era: 1970s–1980s
• Style / design notes: Sculpted layered-petal rosebud on a straight stick pin
• Stone or material notes: Single clear rhinestone center
• Function: Stick pin with clutch back
• Color: Gold, clear
• Condition: Great vintage condition, with light wear to the petal finish and a slight bend at the top of the pin shaft beneath the rose
• Measurement: 2.25 in

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Description
Tiny layered roses, their petals folded open like buds catching the first warmth of morning, hang from polished ball studs. These 1980s earrings are formed from thin gold-tone petals curled around one another, giving each bloom real dimension despite its small scale. They move gently with the wearer and bring a soft touch of garden romance. Dainty enough for everyday wear and easy to pair with other studs.

Materials
Gold-tone metal

Details

• Era: 1980s
• Style / design notes: Sculpted layered-petal rosebuds suspended from ball studs
• Function: Pierced posts with butterfly clutches, dangle drop
• Color: Gold
• Condition: Great vintage condition, with light surface wear on the clutches and a small spot of discoloration on one rose
• Measurement: 0.4 in

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Description
Supple gold-tone mesh falls between two faux pearl bars, with a small pearl-studded heart charm swinging freely at the top, like a keepsake caught in woven light. These 1960s–1970s LERU earrings borrow from Victorian slide-bracelet styling and scale it down for the ear, pairing textured metalwork with soft pearl luster. The mesh drapes and moves with the wearer while the heart catches the light. They are a romantic statement for anyone without pierced ears.

Materials
Gold-tone metal, faux pearls

Details

• Era: 1960s–1970s
• Markings: LERU © on clip backs
• Style / design notes: Victorian revival mesh panel with faux pearl top and bottom bars, dangling pearl-studded heart charm
• Stone or material notes: Faux seed pearls
• Function: Clip-on backs
• Color: Gold, cream
• Condition: Great vintage condition, with light surface wear to the gold-tone finish and a small spot of discoloration near one charm's jump ring
• Measurement: 1.5 in long

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Description
Six oval panels of soft powder blue each hold a white relief cherub mid-flight, wings lifted like figures drifting across a pale evening sky. This 1970s–1980s bracelet draws on the neoclassical jasperware tradition, framing each cameo in a polished silver-tone bezel joined by smooth barrel links. The cherubs alternate direction around the wrist for a playful, moving rhythm. A romantic piece that layers well or stands alone.

Materials
Silver-tone metal, blue and white jasperware-style cameos

Details

• Era: 1970s–1980s
• Style / design notes: Six oval cameo panels with relief cherubs, polished bezel frames, barrel connector links
• Stone or material notes: Powder blue and white jasperware-style cameos
• Function: Fold-over box clasp
• Color: Powder blue, white, silver
• Condition: Great vintage condition, with light discoloration at the bezel edges, minor spotting on a few cameos, and light surface scratches on the reverse
• Measurement: 8 in

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Description
A soft blue cameo with a white relief figure of a Victorian lady rests at the center of a gold-tone oval ringed in twisted rope bands, like a quiet moon held in orbit. Dated 1966, this locket opens to reveal an inscribed plaque reading "Honor Award, President's Campaign 1966." Avon presented awards of this kind to its top representatives during the annual President's Campaign sales drive. With a personal engraving on the back and a long textured chain, it carries a real story from mid-century working women.

Materials
Gold-tone metal, jasperware-style cameo

Details

• Era: 1960s
• Markings: Interior plaque engraved "Honor Award President's Campaign 1966"; back engraved "Joyce"
• Style / design notes: Oval hinged locket with a blue-and-white relief cameo of a Victorian lady, framed by concentric rope-twist bands; textured rolo chain with extender
• Stone or material notes: Blue and white jasperware-style cameo
• Function: Opening locket with photo compartment, hook clasp with extender chain
• Color: Gold, powder blue, white
• Condition: Good vintage condition, with verdigris at the hinge and inside edges, silver-tone showing through on the bail, and light surface wear on the case
• Measurement: Pendant 2 in including bail, chain 29 in

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Description
A single luminous pearl sits cradled in sweeping petals of gold, like a moon caught in the curl of a wave. This 1970s ring is finished in 18K heavy gold electroplate, with a sculpted swirl setting and open shoulders that give it lightness and movement. The pearl has a soft, creamy luster that pairs easily with everyday pieces. A classic mid-century-inspired cocktail design in a petite size.

Materials
18K heavy gold electroplate (HGE) over base metal, faux pearl

Details

• Era: 1970s
• Markings: 18K HGE stamped inside band
• Style / design notes: Swirling petal setting cradling a single pearl, bypass shoulders with openwork cutouts
• Stone or material notes: Cream faux pearl
• Color: Gold, cream
• Condition: Good vintage condition, with plating wear and small dark spots inside the petals and light surface wear on the band
• Measurement: Size 5

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Description
A radiant-cut pink stone glows at the center like the first blush of dawn, flanked by two clear tapered stones that catch and scatter the light. This 1990s ring takes its shape from the classic three-stone engagement design, set high in polished silver-tone prongs for maximum sparkle. The open-back band adjusts gently to fit, making it an easy, comfortable choice for everyday or evening. A bright pop of color with a clean, timeless silhouette.

Materials
Silver-tone metal, pink and clear faceted crystals

Details

• Era: 1990s
• Style / design notes: Three-stone design with radiant-cut center and tapered baguette side stones, high prong setting, open adjustable band
• Stone or material notes: Pink radiant-cut center crystal, clear tapered side crystals
• Function: Adjustable band
• Color: Pink, clear, silver
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition
• Measurement: Adjustable, fits sizes 7–9

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Description
A silver-tone butterfly set with clear rhinestones rests across a brushed gold-tone band, its wings scattered with light like stars on a summer night. This 1970s–1980s ring pairs a textured Florentine finish with small heart-shaped cutouts on each shoulder, a romantic detail that shows from every angle. The two-tone contrast keeps it bright and easy to style with both gold and silver. A sweet, wearable piece with a nature-inspired charm.

Materials
Gold-tone metal, silver-tone metal, clear rhinestones

Details

• Era: 1970s–1980s
• Markings: CC stamped inside band
• Style / design notes: Two-tone butterfly motif, brushed Florentine-finish band, heart cutouts at the shoulders
• Stone or material notes: Clear rhinestones
• Color: Gold, silver, clear
• Condition: Great vintage condition, with light scratches and surface wear inside the band
• Measurement: Size 10

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Description
A polished gold-tone ribbon folds into a crisp, architectural bow, its tails curling into soft scrolls like light bending around a planet's rings. This 1940s Coro brooch has the bold, dimensional styling of the Retro era, when bows were a signature motif and gold-tone metals stood in for wartime-scarce precious materials. The wrapped center knot and faceted ribbon planes catch the light from every angle. It sits easily on a lapel, coat, or scarf.

Materials
Gold-tone metal

Details

• Era: 1940s
• Markings: Coro in script on pin bar
• Style / design notes: Retro-era sculptural bow with wrapped center knot, faceted ribbon planes, scrolled tails
• Function: Brooch with pin back and C-clasp
• Color: Gold
• Condition: Great vintage condition, with light surface scratches on the front and minor spotting on the reverse
• Measurement: 2.5 in

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Description
Broad sculpted leaves curl and unfurl along the wrist, their textured veins and polished scrolling tips moving like fronds in a warm breeze. This 1950s–1960s bracelet shows the mid-century love of bold, dimensional foliage, with each link stamped in deep relief and open cutwork for lightness. It closes with a push-in tongue clasp and lies flat and supple despite its generous scale. A statement cuff-width piece that pairs well with simple knits and silk.

Materials
Gold-tone metal

Details

• Era: 1950s–1960s
• Style / design notes: Wide sculpted leaf links with textured veining, polished scrolling edges, open cutwork, push-in tongue clasp
• Function: Box tongue clasp
• Color: Gold
• Condition: Good vintage condition, with a few small spots of gold-tone wear and dark flecks on the high points
• Measurement: 6.5 in

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A small oval dial with soft silver tones and a gentle patina, like moonlight on still water, framed by a polished silver-tone case with sculpted scroll lugs. This 1950s–1960s Elgin pairs Arabic numerals at the quarters with slim baton markers and blued hands. Elgin was one of America's great watchmakers, producing timepieces in Illinois for nearly a century. It sits on an engraved diamond-pattern expansion band that slips on easily for everyday wear. Untested.

Materials
Silver-tone base metal case, silver-tone expansion band

Details

• Era: 1950s–1960s
• Markings: Elgin on dial; caseback marked Base Metal
• Style / design notes: Oval case with sculpted scroll-and-bead lugs, Arabic and baton indices, blued hands, engraved diamond-pattern expansion band
• Function: Mechanical movement, expansion band. Untested.
• Color: Silver, silver-white dial
• Condition: Good vintage condition. The dial is discolored around its outer edge, the crown is gold-tone and does not match the case, and the case and band show light wear. Untested.
• Measurement: Fits approx. 5.5 in wrist (expandable)

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A carved green leaf with finely etched veins gives way to crossed gold-tone stems, each ending in a small salmon tulip bud, like a spring garden swaying in a breeze. These 1970s–1980s Avon earrings draw on the mid-century tradition of carved jade-and-coral florals, reinterpreted in a lighter, modern silhouette. The twin tulips move gently as you wear them, catching warm light. They are delicate enough for every day with a quiet, botanical charm.

Materials
Gold-tone metal, carved jade-tone stone, carved coral-tone tulips

Details

• Era: 1980s
• Markings: Avon stamped on backings
• Style / design notes: Carved heart-shaped leaf with etched veining, crossed stems, twin carved tulip buds, ball stud top
• Stone or material notes: Carved green jade-tone leaf, carved salmon coral-tone tulips
• Function: Pierced posts with butterfly clutches, dangle drop
• Color: Green, salmon pink, gold
• Condition: Great vintage condition, with light wear to the gold-tone backs

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Small tulip buds carved from soft salmon coral hang from slender gold-filled stems, each paired with a sweeping ribbed leaf, a quiet moment of spring set in gold. These 1950s–1960s earrings reflect the mid-century love of carved coral florals, when hand-shaped blooms were set into delicate gold settings. The asymmetrical stem and leaf give each tulip a natural, windswept movement on the ear. They are light and refined, easy to wear every day.

Materials
1/20 gold-filled, carved coral

Details

• Era: 1980's
• Markings: 1/20 GF stamped on stem
• Style / design notes: Carved tulip bud on a curved stem with a ribbed leaf, crossed-stem detail at the post
• Stone or material notes: Carved salmon-pink coral
• Function: Pierced posts with butterfly clutches
• Color: Salmon pink, gold
• Condition: Great vintage condition

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A full-blown rose in coral, blush, and violet opens within a rounded triangle frame, its leaves in shades of teal and forest green, like a garden glimpsed through a window at dusk. These 1980s cloisonné earrings outline each petal in fine gold-tone wire and set it all against a deep black enamel border. The open cutwork lets light pass through the design, keeping them airy and light on the ear. Their painterly color makes them easy to pair with both neutrals and prints.

Materials
Gold-tone metal, cloisonné enamel

Details

• Era: 1980s
• Style / design notes: Open triangular frame with black enamel border, cloisonné rose and leaf motif, textured crosshatch reverse
• Function: Pierced fish hook ear wires
• Color: Coral, pink, purple, blue, teal, green, black, gold
• Condition: Great vintage condition, with light wear on the ear wires and gold-tone reverse

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Two white seagulls caught mid-flight, wings spread wide and edged in scalloped gold, like birds lifting off a shoreline at first light. These 1950s–1960s earrings are glazed to a soft, glossy finish, with tiny painted eyes and gilded beaks. Each is mounted on an adjustable gold-tone screw back for a secure, comfortable fit without piercing. They are a sweet coastal piece, subtle enough for everyday wear.

Materials
White glazed porcelain, gold-tone screw back findings

Details

• Era: 1950s–1960s
• Style / design notes: Figural seagulls in flight, scalloped gilded wing and tail edges, painted eyes, gilded beaks
• Function: Adjustable screw backs, non-pierced
• Color: White, gold
• Condition: Great vintage condition, with minor wear to the gilding on one wingtip

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Sculpted ivy leaves with finely etched veins and a trio of polished berries at the center, like a small piece of the forest floor caught in gold. These 1980s earrings, attributed to Avon, have softly curled stems and a gently domed shape that gives them depth and movement. The bright polished finish catches warm light from every angle. They are light and comfortable, easy to wear every day and well suited to autumn.

Materials
Gold-tone metal

Details

• Era: 1980s
• Style / design notes: Ivy leaf with etched veining, three-berry cluster, curled stem detail, brushed reverse
• Function: Pierced post backs with butterfly clutches
• Color: Gold
• Condition: Great vintage condition, with light surface wear to the finish on the reverse

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Description
An octagonal gold-tone case frames a warm champagne dial, faceted like the cut face of a crystal. This 1970s–1980s Swiss Consul pairs slim black baton markers and a script quartz signature with a softly tapered case that flows into a flexible gold-tone link bracelet. The geometric bezel gives a quiet, architectural edge to a classic dress watch. It is small in scale and easy to wear. Untested.

Materials
Gold-tone case, stainless steel caseback, gold-tone link bracelet

Details

• Era: 1970s–1980s
• Markings: Consul, Quartz, and Swiss on dial; caseback stamped 38 and 3904
• Style / design notes: Octagonal faceted bezel, tapered integrated lugs, champagne dial with black baton indices
• Function: Swiss quartz movement, fold-over clasp. Untested; battery status unknown.
• Color: Gold, champagne dial
• Condition: Good vintage condition. The dial has light spotting and the crystal has minor scratches. There is corrosion at the lug-to-bracelet joints and gold-tone wear on the bracelet and clasp. Untested.
• Measurement: Fits approx. 6.5 in wrist

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Description
A small round Movado dial set in a sculpted gold-tone case, its fluted leaf shoulders unfolding like petals around the face. This 1940s–1950s cocktail watch has a soft white dial with gold-tone Arabic numerals, framed by scrolled lugs that flow into a wheat-leaf expansion band. Founded in Switzerland in 1881, Movado made watches of fine craftsmanship long before its later Museum dial designs. It is a delicate mid-century piece with real presence on a small wrist. Untested.

Materials
Gold-tone case with steel caseback, gold-tone expansion band

Details

• Era: 1940s–1950s
• Markings: Movado on dial
• Style / design notes: Round dial in a scalloped case with fluted leaf shoulders, scrolled lugs, and a wheat-leaf link expansion band
• Function: Mechanical movement, expansion band. Crown is missing; only the winding stem remains. Untested.
• Color: Gold, white dial
• Condition: Good vintage condition. The crown is missing, with only the stem present. The case has plating wear on the high points, the dial shows light age spotting, and the band has gold-tone wear. Untested.
• Measurement: Fits approx. 5.5 in wrist (expandable)

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Description
A small square Oris case with stepped Art Deco shoulders and sweeping teardrop lugs, drawn with the geometry of mid-century architecture. This 1940s–1950s Swiss watch has a soft silver dial with gold-tone Arabic numerals and slender hands, softened by decades of patina. Oris built its name on reliable, well-made Swiss movements, and this 15-jewel ladies' piece carries that early heritage. It is fitted to a gold-tone expansion band. Untested.

Materials
Gold-plated bezel (10 microns), stainless steel caseback, gold-tone expansion band 

Details

• Era: 1940s–1950s
• Markings: Oris, 15, and Swiss Made on dial; caseback marked Lunette Plaqué 10 Microns, Fond Acier Inox, with Oris logo
• Style / design notes: Art Deco-inspired stepped square case, teardrop lugs with ring attachments, silver dial with gold-tone Arabic numerals
• Function: 15-jewel Swiss mechanical movement, expansion band. Untested.
• Color: Gold, silver dial
• Condition: Good vintage condition. The lugs show plating loss down to silver-tone base metal, and there is light wear on the case edges. The dial has age spotting and patina, and one band segment near the clasp is silver-tone. Untested.
• Measurement: Fits approx. 6.5 in wrist (expandable)

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Description
A deep black oval dial, dark as a night sky, holds a single diamond accent at twelve like a lone star. This 1990s Armitron sets that dial in a sculpted gold-tone case with gently curved lugs and slim baton markers. The stretch expansion band slips on easily with no clasp, which makes it an effortless everyday piece. Untested.

Materials
Gold-tone base metal bezel, stainless steel caseback, stainless steel expansion band, diamond accent

Details

• Era: 1990s
• Markings: Armitron Diamond Quartz on dial; caseback marked Base Metal Bezel, Stainless Steel Back, 25/5116, AL21E, Hong Kong Movt; band marked Stainless Steel, China
• Style / design notes: Oval case with sculpted lugs, black dial with gold-tone baton indices
• Stone or material notes: Single diamond accent at twelve o'clock
• Function: Quartz movement, stretch expansion band. Untested; battery status unknown.
• Color: Gold, black dial
• Condition: Good vintage condition, with gold-tone loss on the expansion band showing silver-tone beneath, light wear on the case edges, and scratches on the caseback. Untested.
• Measurement: Fits approx. 6 in wrist (expandable)

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Description
A slender rectangular Citizen case sits on a textured gold-tone bracelet, clean and understated as a sliver of evening light. This 1980s–1990s dress watch pairs a champagne dial and simple baton markers with a brushed, three-row link band finished in polished center lines. Its narrow profile rests lightly on the wrist and works as well stacked with bracelets as worn alone. Untested.

Materials
Gold-tone metal, mineral crystal

Details

• Era: 1980s
• Markings: Citizen Quartz on dial, Japan Movt 5421 series on dial
• Style / design notes: Slim rectangular tank case, textured link bracelet with polished accents, two-hand dial with baton indices
• Function: Quartz movement, fold-over jewelry clasp. Untested; battery status unknown.
• Color: Gold, champagne dial
• Condition: Good vintage condition, with gold-tone wear on the clasp and light wear on the case edges. Untested.
  
• Measurement: Approx. 7.5 in

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Description
Two rows of interlocking curb links, each face etched with a fine crosshatch texture that scatters light like sun on a sand dune. This 1980s bracelet balances bold scale with a supple, flat drape that sits comfortably on the wrist. Polished edges catch the light between the textured links. Wear it alone or stack it with a watch for an easy golden weight.

Materials
Gold-tone metal

Details

• Era: 1980s
• Style / design notes: Double curb link chain, crosshatch-textured link faces, polished beveled edges
• Function: Lobster claw clasp
• Color: Gold
• Condition: Great vintage condition, with a few small dark spots on the links near the clasp
• Measurement: Approx. 8 in

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Description
Two rows of interlocking curb links, each face etched with a fine crosshatch texture that scatters light like sun on a sand dune. This 1980s bracelet balances bold scale with a supple, flat drape that sits comfortably on the wrist. Polished edges catch the light between the textured links. Wear it alone or stack it with a watch for an easy golden weight.

Materials
Gold-tone metal

Details

• Era: 1980s
• Style / design notes: Double curb link chain, crosshatch-textured link faces, polished beveled edges
• Function: Lobster claw clasp
• Color: Gold
• Condition: Great vintage condition, with a few small dark spots on the links near the clasp
• Measurement: Approx. 8 in

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Description
A fine snake chain with a smooth, liquid movement that catches light like a thin line of starlight at the wrist. This 1980s piece is finished with a lobster clasp and a small oval tag at the closure. The tightly fitted links lie close to the skin and move with the wearer. Simple enough for daily wear and easy to layer with watches or bangles.

Materials
Silver-tone metal

Details

• Era: 1980s
• Style / design notes: Round snake chain, minimalist design, oval tag at clasp
• Function: Lobster claw clasp
• Color: Silver
• Condition: Great vintage condition
• Measurement: Approx. 8 in

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Description
A delicate box chain necklace, its small square links forming a fine, tightly linked line. No pendant, no embellishment, just a slender silver-tone chain ready to hold a pendant or worn simply on its own. Easy to layer with other pieces close to the collarbone. A spring ring clasp closes it at 16".

Materials
Silver-tone metal

Details

• Era: 1980s
• Style / design notes: Classic box link chain
• Function: Necklace with spring ring clasp
• Color: Silver-tone
• Condition: Good vintage condition, with light tarnish, please see images
• Measurement: 16"

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Description
A smooth, flat herringbone chain necklace, its interlocking links forming a snake-like surface that lies close to the neck. No embellishment, just the clean shine of tightly woven gold-tone metal. Marked Korea, it reflects the widespread 1980s production of this popular chain style. Simple and versatile, it layers easily or wears alone. A spring ring clasp closes it at 18".

Materials
Gold-tone metal

Details

• Era: 1980s
• Markings: Korea (stamped on clasp)
• Style / design notes: Smooth flat herringbone chain
• Function: Necklace with spring ring clasp
• Color: Gold-tone
• Condition: Good vintage condition, with some spotting on the clasp, please see images
• Measurement: 18"

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Description
A slim, smooth herringbone chain necklace, its interlocking flat links forming a snake-like surface that catches light along its length. Signed Monet, a name known for clean, well-made basics across decades of American costume jewelry. Simple and versatile, it layers easily or wears alone. A lobster clasp with the signature Monet tag closes it at 18".

Materials
Gold-tone metal

Details

• Era: 1980s–1990s
• Markings: Monet
• Style / design notes: Smooth flat herringbone chain
• Function: Necklace with lobster clasp
• Color: Gold-tone
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 18"

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Description
A classic rope chain necklace, its links twisted in a tight spiral that catches light along every curve. Simple and versatile, it layers effortlessly or stands alone. Rope chain has stayed a wardrobe staple since the 1970s, its shape unchanged by passing trends. A lobster clasp closes it at 17".

Materials
Gold-tone metal

Details

• Era: 1970s–1980s
• Style / design notes: Classic twisted rope chain
• Function: Necklace with lobster clasp
• Color: Gold-tone
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 17"

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Description
A classic rope chain necklace, its links twisted in a tight spiral that catches light along every curve. Simple and versatile, it layers effortlessly or stands alone. Rope chain has stayed a wardrobe staple since the 1970s, its shape unchanged by passing trends. A spring ring clasp closes it at 18".

Materials
Gold-tone metal

Details

• Era: 1970s–1980s
• Style / design notes: Classic twisted rope chain
• Function: Necklace with spring ring clasp
• Color: Gold-tone
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 18"

Collected by Mineral and Matter