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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A classic and highly collectible vintage Augis love token in 18ct gold. The incription translated reads "more than yesterday, less than tomorrow" which was originally from a poem called "The Eternal Song" by R. Gerard.
A beautiful and sentimental romantic piece of jewellery. Crafted in 18ct gold, this charming French love token features two baguette-cut rubies and a rose-cut diamond.
A generous size and pleasing weight, this pendant truly takes centre stage with effortless presence.
The textured surface contrasts beautifully with the high-polished smooth border, drawing the eye straight to the iconic inscription. As a collector of vintage jewellery, this is a super sweet and elegant addition to your collection. It looks gorgeous on a fine chain for a classic minimalist look, and even more striking when layered with other pieces on your neck stack.
The Details
Era: Vintage
Material: 18ct gold / ruby/ diamond
Hallmarks: French Eagle, Augis mark
Measurements: 4.14g / 28mm drop inc bail x 20mm
Condition: Excellent vintage condition - light wear consistent with normal use over time
Packaging: This item will be hand-tied with my branded ribbon, boxed with a thank you note and packaged in sustainable discreet packaging.
SKU: VAGPR-18J
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A perfect horseshoe in fabulous buttery 15ct gold, set with seven cushion-cut rubies. The iconic arrangement of four on one side and three on the other — the number seven has long been considered especially lucky, and paired with an already fortunate horseshoe this becomes a double-luck treasure.
The pretty pink gems dance beautifully in the light and really take centre stage on your neckline; the old fusion cuts create a lovely twinkle and just the right amount of rosy colour. Matched with a generously sized bail, this piece is ideal added to a bolt ring or dog clip, or worn alone as a stunning lucky piece of jewellery.
The Details
Era: Victorian
Material: 15ct / Natural Ruby
Hallmarks: Tested as 15ct
Measurements: 1.7g / 24mm inc bail x 16mm x 2.10mm
Condition: Excellent antique condition - originally a brooch this item has been beautuflly converted - some very fine wear commensurate with age - a tiny hole to the top of the righjt tip of the horeshoe that was made like this to create air through the chambers.
Packaging: This item will be hand-tied with my branded ribbon, boxed with a thank you note and packaged in sustainable discreet packaging.
SKU: VHSRC-15J
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PROPS & BOXES IN THE PHOTOS ARE FOR DISPLAY ONLY
SALE IS FOR PENDANT ONLY
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.