Jewelry Antiques of the 20th Century

Antique Platinum Ring Question: I recently purchased an antique platinum filigree diamond engagement ring.

Hallmarks of the Southwest (Schiffer Book for Collectors)

Price: $30.04 USD

It has hallmarks located on the inside of the band.

I’ve been unable to find any markings that look similar.

The marks include a triangle (delta shaped), an uppercase K, and what appears to be a crescent.

There are other marks, but I can’t readily see what they are. Could any of these help identify the origin of the ring?… Continue reading Antique Platinum Filgree Ring

14K Watch Case Locket Question: I’ve been hoping to find out who made this but it seems like gold marks are NOT as definitive as silver.

Collector’s Encyclopedia of Pendant and Pocket Watches 1500-1950: Identification and Values (Collector’s Encyclopedia)

Price: $14.50 USD

I haven’t been able to find anything on the Internet.

If I were to go to the library what books would you suggest?

I look in to see if I can find info on my Grandmother’s locket?

Thanks!… Continue reading 14K Watch Case Locket

Antique Wedding Ring (Hallmark)?

Question: I have a wedding ring which would be from the early to mid 1800’s (I believe).

Kovels’ American Silver Marks

Price: $40.00 USD

The mark inside looks like a sideways M or W and a mark like this >H< (kinda like that) looks like a little tree or something.

I am assuming it is how the used to mark gold like 14k or 18k, but I can’t find any info online for how gold used to be marked.… Continue reading Antique Wedding Ring (Hallmark)?

Markings on Bridal Ring Set: Question: I was wondering if you could tell me what the markings on the inside of a bridal ring set I purchased at a pawn shop might be?

Its has the following marks:

“14K 2 PAT. Art Lock”.

Accessorizing The Bride: Vintage Wedding Finery Through The Decades

Price: $33.89 USD

Thank you for your time.… Continue reading Markings on Bridal Ring Set

what do the hallmarks indicate?

Question: Good morning, I have recently acquired a second hand ring (in Australia), made ~1950.

It appears to be 18ct gold with another metal (platinum?)”bonded” on top of the gold band forming the setting for a single diamond (0.25-0.33ct) with a diamond chip set on either side.

There are a few marks stamped on the inside of the ring, and I was wondering if you could confirm what they indicate.

The marks are: “18CT”, and next to that “APTE”. On the other side of the setting is “PLAT”.

Thanks for your time.… Continue reading What Hallmarks Indicate