{"title":"8.26 Jewelry Through the Ages","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"tiffany-co-retro-aquamarine-pendant-201-08-carats","title":"Tiffany \u0026 Co. Retro Aquamarine Pendant, 201.08 Carats","description":"This exceptional Retro-era pendant necklace by Tiffany \u0026amp; Co. displays a magnificent octagonal step cut aquamarine weighing a monumental 201.08 carats. Its luminous blue hue is enhanced by sculptural gold volutes at the top, bottom and shoulders of the stone, each accented with a platinum strip set with diamonds totaling 0.30 carat. Fourteen round sapphires totaling 6.80 carats are arranged around the gemstone, completing the harmonious design. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e During the 1940s, aquamarines paired with diamonds and sapphires were among Tiffany’s most celebrated combinations, and this necklace exemplifies that iconic aesthetic. The design is accompanied by its Tiffany \u0026amp; Co. certificate of authenticity and is set in 18K yellow gold and platinum on a flexible 18K yellow gold chain. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Tiffany \u0026amp; Co., founded in 1837, became synonymous with American luxury and innovation in jewelry design. Under the direction of Louis Comfort Tiffany and his successors, the company established itself as a leader in both artful design and gemstone expertise, making unique pendants like this one highly coveted by collectors today. The Oscar Heyman Workshop, associated with Tiffany \u0026amp; Co., contributed to the exquisite execution of the work, reflecting the highest standards of American jewelry design in the mid-20th century. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Circa 1940s \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Signed “Tifany \u0026amp; Co.” \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Chain: 18\" length \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/library.rauantiques.com\/Report_32-1715.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDownload the Report\u003c\/a\u003e","brand":"M.S. Rau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44027490762887,"sku":"32-1715","price":748500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0083\/2471\/0466\/files\/32-1715_1_781c5734-6cb1-4ac5-8772-a58c4a32d1e1.png?v=1774963553"},{"product_id":"brazilian-paraiba-and-mahenge-spinel-earrings","title":"Brazilian Paraiba and Mahenge Spinel Earrings","description":"These stunning rings display two exquisite Pariaba tourmalines. The cabochon tourmalines weigh 30.53 carats together and are verified by their accompanying AGL report as originating in Brazil. Their striking bluish-green color is perfectly complemented by clusters of pink Mahenge spinels, totaling 4.68 carats, and 5.33 carats of white diamonds. Each trio of gems comes together to create a geometric floral motif, completing the excellent design. Set in platinum. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e In 1981, the gem miner Heitor Dimas Barbosa, commonly known among the local villagers as “Heitor the Fool,” began tunneling in the hill behind São José de Batalha, Paraíba, Brazil. Barbosa was determined that his hunch would lead to finding a new gemstone. Barbosa persevered with faith for over six years through the rugged and arid landscape on his quest until 1987, when his efforts were rewarded by the discovery of the first Brazilian Paraiba. Soon after their discovery, production began to dwindle; over 90% of the tourmaline production occurred between 1989 and 1992. It is thanks to their rare chemical composition that these gems owe their spectacular coloring and neon-bright glow that appears to light the stone from within. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/library.rauantiques.com\/Report_32-2994.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDownload the Report\u003c\/a\u003e","brand":"M.S. Rau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45359544860807,"sku":"32-2994","price":350000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0083\/2471\/0466\/files\/32-2994_1.png?v=1785327752"}],"url":"https:\/\/rauantiques.com\/collections\/8-26-jewelry-through-the-ages.oembed","provider":"M.S. Rau","version":"1.0","type":"link"}