Your Place to Find Fine Antique & Vintage Jewellery
THE BEAUTIFUL & THE MYSTERIOUS
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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Whether this is a fly, a bee or a bug, this is the sweetest little fellow. Beautifully set in silver and gold with a discreet 9ct gold hidden bail and backed in warm gold, this tiny insect dazzles with old European cut diamonds and a central emerald for his body, while a striking ruby stripe adds lively flashes of sparkle and colour. The two little eyes are finished with seed pearls. The open back setting allows more light to enter the stones creating a much more vivid display of colour.
In the Victorian era, insect jewellery was worn for meaning as much as decoration — a fly, bee, beetle or butterfly wasn’t seen as odd but as symbolic, emotional and often deeply personal.
This makes a perfect pendant drop: it looks fabulous layered in a pendant jumble or stacked with your favourite chains for a playful, elegant look. A small but mighty sparkle. I absolutely adore this intensely sparkling little creature — wear him solo for a pretty, understated finish or style him with your jumble to add character and charm.
The Details
Era: Late Victorian
Material: Silver and Gold/ Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, Seed Pearl
Hallmarks: XRF Tested
Measurements: 13mm wide x 11mm length
Condition: Excellent antique condition - all stones are secure
Packaging: This item will be hand-tied with my branded ribbon, boxed with a thank you note and packaged in sustainable discreet packaging.
SKU: VBDRP-SJ
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A perfect horeshoe in a fabulous 15ct gold and set with 4 rubies and 3 diamonds all in the beautiful old mine cuts that create such a fabulous sparkle . The iconic number 7 has long been considered lucky added with an already lucky horseshoe this is a double lucky treasure.
The gorgeous two tone gem sit perfectly together and really takes centre stage on your neckline. I love how chunky its frame is with a fabulous patina that creates such a dreamy tone often associated with butter. Matched with a generously sized bail tilted to one side- this piece is perfect added with a bolt ring or dogclip or worn alone as a stunning lucky piece of jewellery.
The Details
Era: Victorian
Material: 15ct / Natural Ruby and Diamond
Hallmarks: 15ct stamped to the back
Measurements: 2g. 15.14mm length x 13.24mm width x 4.3mm thickness
Condition: Excellent antique condition - originally a brooch this item has been beautifully converted - some very fine wear commensurate with age. Stones are all secure and gold has a gorgous patina. Hallmarks visible to the rear. A very light dent to the bottom though this is not seen when worn. 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: VHSR-15J
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PROPS & BOXES IN THE PHOTOS ARE FOR DISPLAY ONLY
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A fabulous jumbo horseshoe pendant with platinum notches.
Bold, stylish, and full of attitude, this statement piece is designed to stand out. The seven notches are iconic—long believed to bring luck—paired beautifully with the timeless horseshoe motif. Finished with a high shine and detailed with raised studs, it catches the light from every angle.
Equestrian jewellery has never gone out of style, with a history that stretches far beyond the Victorian era. As early as ancient Babylon, the U-shaped horseshoe was associated with protection and good fortune. Traditionally worn upright, it was said to “hold” luck, keeping it close to the wearer.
Superstitions aside, this piece is all about effortless style. Crafted in rich, buttery gold with beautiful detailing, it’s a striking addition to any jewellery collection. Whether worn solo on a long chain or layered into a neck stack, it delivers undeniable impact.
Bold, elegant, and impossible to ignore.
The Details
Era: Victorian
Material: 15ct / platinum
Hallmarks: Tested as 15ct
Measurements: 3.3g/ 3.5cm width x 4.2cm inc bail. Hollow construction
Condition: Very good antique condition - brooch conversion - the back shows conversion points from where pin originally was. Light wear commensurate with age. Solder point where the bail is.
Packaging: This item will be hand-tied with my branded ribbon, boxed with a thank you note and packaged in sustainable discreet packaging.
SKU: VJHSP-15J
FREE DELIVERY INCLUDED
PROPS & BOXES IN THE PHOTOS ARE FOR DISPLAY ONLY
SALE IS FOR PENDANT 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.