Your Place to Find Fine Antique & Vintage Jewellery
THE BEAUTIFUL & THE MYSTERIOUS
Old Ruby Luck offers a collection of antique jewellery from unique Georgian styles, Edwardian treasures, Victorian keepsakes, and select rare vintage pieces that I have hand selected. The items you will find here are items that I am fond off, items that have stories and messages behind them - all fascinating and mysterious. Follow me as I chase to find some of the wonderful pieces from the past.
Explore my carefully curated selection and find your perfect treasure.
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An epic 18ct rosy gold articulated fish pendant with bright pink old-cut ruby eyes, wonderfully detailed and charming. Segmented for subtle, lifelike movement and so realistically crafted that it seems ready to swim; each section is finely etched to mimic fish scales, and the delicate etching throws off a fantastic sparkle in the light with every little turn of this lovely fish.
Fish charms were long prized as symbols of good luck and prosperitY. I adore how charming this one is — from his rounded, puffy face to his tiny, finely worked fin.
The bail is attached at the mouth, cleverly resembling a just-caught fish, which adds to its novelty and collectible appeal; pieces like this are becoming increasingly hard to find. A pleasing size that sits beautifully in a neck stack, adding a touch of extra sparkle and a pop of colour.
The Details
Era: Victorian-Edwardian
Material: Tested as 18ct Gold / Ruby
Hallmarks: French hallmarks are partially visible on the bail.
Measurements: 1.63g / 4cm (inc bail) x 1.3cm wide
Condition: Excellent antique condition - the fish movely perfectly - stones are secure. Some expected light wear commensurate with age.
Packaging: This item will be hand-tied with my branded ribbon, boxed with a thank you note and packaged in sustainable discreet packaging.
SKU: VFRP-18J
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A very sweet Victorian key-and-heart charm pendant with a cabochon turquoise in a brilliant sea green tone adding a pop of colour. This rosy-toned charm is set in 9ct gold and features a charming dangle drop puffy heart. I love the movement of this charm — it adds a little extra to your neckline.
The key is intricately detailed with scroll work on the handle and a grained etch on the key body. The turquoise is bezel set within the heart — a really lovely colour that sits beautifully against the rosy gold. Turquoise was a beloved gemstone during this period and was long associated with protection and enduring love.
This is so pretty worn on a fine chain for a dainty, delicate look; it also looks fabulous when layered with other chains for a more fluid, textured neck stack that adds a little extra colour and movement with its charming dangle addition.
The Details
Era: Late Victorian
Material: Tests as 9ct / Turquoise
Measurements: 4.5g/ inc bail 25mm x 31mm (key length)
Condition: Excellent antique condition. General surface wear commensurate with age.
Packaging: This item will be hand-tied with my branded ribbon, boxed with a thank you note and packaged in sustainable discreet packaging.
SKU: VKHP-9J
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A fabulous and unique early Victorian dual sided blue enamelled padlock with a glittering goldstone panel (also known as aventurine glass). A fascinating process of tiny copper inclusions which was so popular during the Victorian era for its celestial glittering effect.
This high carat lock has intricate hand engraved with scrolling repousse work to both sides of the padlock. On one side the cornflour blue decorative enamel work borders a stylised set of initials within a shield. The other side cages a goldstone sheet within the glass that is bordered with ornate scroll work.
The padlock mechanism is fully functioning, designed to be worn on a heavy guard chain or a substantial bracelet. I adore this piece — it really represents a perfect blend of elegant Victorian-era style and precise technical artistry. This is a truly fabulous padlock and wonderfully unique — ideal as a stylish bracelet charm or as an eye-catching pendant to add to your neckstack.
The Details
Era: Early Victorian
Material: tests as gold - high carat (14ct-18ct)
Measurements: 3.2g / 31mm x 18mm x 2.6mm
Condition: Very good antique condition - light wear considering its age around edges. Opens and closes securely. Some minimal enamel loss with signs of historic enamel repair - please see photos for reference.
Packaging: This item will be hand-tied with my branded ribbon, boxed with a thank you note and packaged in sustainable discreet packaging.
SKU: VLSG-J9
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PROPS & BOXES IN THE PHOTOS ARE FOR DISPLAY ONLY
Welcome to OLD RUBY LUCK, where I showcase my latest discoveries. Each item is truly one of a kind. There are only one of these items - so be quick!
Mission
Seeing so much gold being melted down was the incentive for starting this business. There were so many pieces that were far too good to melt and be lost to history — each one carrying stories and craftsmanship worth saving. Sustaining antique jewellery means caring for every piece with respect for its history and materials, so these treasures remain beautiful, meaningful and ready to be worn and cherished by future generations.
The beauty of many of these pieces has endured far longer than any of us, and it is thanks to their previous owners that we can enjoy these precious objects today. This approach not only protects these treasures from destruction, it is also one of the most sustainable ways to keep alive our love for jewellery and the traditions behind it.