A few examples of appraisal values for
BLACKAMOOR BROOCHES

• NARDI BLACKAMOOR 'MORETTO'
  NARDI BLACKAMOOR 'MORETTO' PLATINUM/DIAMOND BROOCHNardi Blackamoor 'Moretto' platinum, diamond & ebony brooch, fully hallmarked in original fitted box. Showcasing a carved ebony Moretto bust encrusted with approximately 4cts of rose cut pave diamonds. Accented on top of turban a 7.4mm cabochon (cat's eye chrysoberyl or moonstone) and articulated diamond drop earrings. Total weight 31.6 grams and measures 2" x 1".
• A fine 18 carat gold citrine and
  A fine 18 carat gold citrine and sapphire brooch with carved head designed as a blackamoor approx. 4 cm long signed Nardi in original fitted box.
• A Continental silver gilt and
  A Continental silver gilt and seed pearl blackamoor head brooch 1.5ins an aesthetic movement silver brooch and a five other items Estimate ?200-250 Descriptions provided in both printed and on-line catalogue formats do not include condition reports. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear imperfections or the effects of aging. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid prior to placing a bid. All transactions are governed by Gorringes Conditions of Sale.Sold for ?200
• NARDI DIAMOND, PEARL, BLACK CORAL &
  NARDI DIAMOND, PEARL, BLACK CORAL & 18K BROOCHNardi bejeweled Blackamoor Brooch features a carved face in black coral attached to a diamond encrusted & sculpted breast plate, adorned with collet set brilliant diamonds and 4 - 5mm each cultured pearls. Turban is accented with diamonds and an 8mm cultured pearl. Elaborate engraving and double pin stem backing on reverse, signed S. Nardi 750. Measures 2.5" x 2.5". Total diamond weight approximately 3ct., total weight 29gr.
• VINTAGE R. DEROSA PASTE BROOCH, A
  VINTAGE R. DEROSA PASTE BROOCH, A ‘BLACKAMOOR’ COSTUME BROOCH AND A COLLECTION OF WEISS, KRAMER AND OTHER VINTAGE COSTUME JEWELRYVintage R. Derosa Paste Brooch, a ‘Blackamoor' Costume Brooch and a Collection of Weiss, Kramer and Other Vintage Costume Jewelry,
• Gold, Carved Agate, Colored Stone
  Gold, Carved Agate, Colored Stone and Diamond Blackamoor Clip-Brooch Estimate:$1,800-$2,400
• A Victorian Onyx Mourning Brooch
  A Victorian Onyx Mourning Brooch ca. 1850 Carved black onyx brooch in the form of a starched quatrefoil inlaid with yellow gold cross shape set with seed pearls and accent diamonds. Gold-filled back mounting has a memento section. Overall weight 4.8 gm.
• VICTORIAN MOURNING BROOCHA
  VICTORIAN MOURNING BROOCHA Victorian mourning brooch in black enamelled 14kt yellow gold (unmarked but tested), the raised black enamelled central boss set with a pearl and 6 tiny diamonds surrounded by a ground of black enamelled leaves, applied gold work, and a beaded edge. Reverse with memento compartment (hair not present) and name of deceased and 1861 date. Measuring 1.5" diameter and 17.6 grams total.
• A Nettie Rosenstein Blackamoor
  A Nettie Rosenstein Blackamoor Brooch faux emeralds and white rhinestones decorating the bust and turban. Stamped: Nettie Rosenstein.
• Blackamoor pendant on chain
  Blackamoor pendant on chain Yellow gold headdress and collar with petite red coral piece. L: 10 1/2 in., 6.5 dwt. PROVENANCE: Property of a Delaware Estate. Descriptions provided in both printed and on-line catalogue formats do not include condition reports. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid, prior to placing a bid. All transactions are governed by Freeman''s Conditions of Sale.
• 14 karat yellow gold and black
  14 karat yellow gold and black enamel mourning brooch Accented by seed pearls, heavy enamel and etching. Reverse is engraved with the names of two deceased with death dates, and accented by hair. D: 1 1/2 in. Brooch is in good to fair condition with no visible losses to brooch at this time. No heavy scratching at this time.
• NARDI DIAMOND, PEARL, BLACK CORAL &
  NARDI DIAMOND, PEARL, BLACK CORAL & 18K BROOCHImportant Nardi Blackamoor brooch with cognac colored diamonds, pearls, black coral and 18K yellow gold. This bejeweled brooch features a carved black coral face attached to a diamond encrusted and sculpted breastplate. This is accented with collet set cognac colored brilliant cut diamonds and four 5mm each cultured pearls. Turban is adorned with smaller cognac colored diamonds and an 8mm oval shaped faceted stone. Elaborate engraving and double pin stem backing on reverse. Signed S. Nardi 750. Total diamond weight approximately 2.50cts., total weight 26.8gr., measures 2.5" x 1.5".
• NARDI STYLE 18K GOLD BLACKAMOOR
  NARDI STYLE 18K GOLD BLACKAMOOR PINDESCRIPTION: A Nardi-style Blackamoor brooch pin. Designed as the face of a Blackamoor with jeweled headdress and body, the body set with emerald, jade, topaz and various gemstones, the headdress set with peridot and the necklace and earrings set with gemstones. Total weight: 45 grams. CIRCA: 20th Century ORIGIN: Italy DIMENSIONS: Approximately H. 2 - 3" CONDITION: Great condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS (305) 333-4134. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
• COLLECTION OF SIX PIECES OF ANTIQUE
  COLLECTION OF SIX PIECES OF ANTIQUE ‘BLACKAMOOR’ JEWELRYCollection of Six Pieces of Antique ‘Blackamoor' Jewelry,
• A yellow metal (tests high carat
  A yellow metal (tests high carat gold) mourning brooch set with half pearls and decorated with black enamel approx. 2cm wide.
• A black enamel on porcelain
  A black enamel on porcelain silhouette of a gentleman in silver brooch mount.
• A Ladies' Coral and Black Enamel
  A Ladies' Coral and Black Enamel Brooch 14k yellow gold brooch featuring a carved coral button set over a black enamel frame and accented with small loops on the sides. Fully covered back with a C-catch. Overall weight 7.9 gm.
• A Blackamoor 18k Gold Pendant 18k
  A Blackamoor 18k Gold Pendant 18k yellow gold "Lift" cap and collar accentuate carved black resign blackamoor head collar set with a round chrysoprase cabochon. Measures approx. 1"L. Overall weight approx. 7.5 gm.
• FIVE ASSORTED ANTIQUE
  FIVE ASSORTED ANTIQUE BROOCHESmourning brooch and pendant, with oval half pearls, black onyx, flower design with old rose cut clear stones behind glass, two personal engravings on back dated 1846 and 1848, crystal on back likely for hair mourning piece, frame tested 14kt. yellow gold, 2 x 2-3/8 in., 45.6 grams; two pietra dura brooches, one with elaborate frame, both tested 18kt. yellow gold, 1-1/2 x 2 in., 16.7 grams, 1-7/8 x 2-1/4 in., 25.3 grams; pietra dura brooch, frame tested 9kt. yellow gold, 1-5/8 x 2-1/8 in., 15.2 grams; micro mosaic brooch, flower design, frame tested non-gold, 2 x 2-1/4 in., 28.8 grams Provenance: Private Charleston, South Carolina Collection Condition: mourning brooch, flower design behind glass moves freely/is no longer glued to backing, heavy tarnish to back, dirt, wear and scratches; two 18kt. brooches, blue scratch/mark along white rose on one, dirt, cracks, heavy tarnish in areas, wear and scratches; 9kt. brooch, visible glue on front and back, one blue stone repaired/glued back in and is proud of design- other repairs as well, pin catch on back is likely modern non-gold replacement, heavy tarnish; micro mosaic brooch, visible cracks to black onyx and design, chips and abrasions along edges of onyx also, glue visible, scratches and wear to tesserae, heavy tarnish to frame
• An 18 Karat Gold Diamond Cultured
  An 18 Karat Gold Diamond Cultured Pearl Moonstone and Amber Blackamoor Brooch Nardi consisting of a carved amber head with pearl earrings engraved blackened and yellow gold turban set with a round cabochon moonstone measuring approximately 9.30 mm in diameter and six round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.66 carat total and a blackened and yellow gold chest plate containing four pearls measuring approximately 4.75-7.80 mm in diameter and 14 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately 2.00 carats total. Stamp: 750 NARDI. 15.00 dwts.
• THREE BLACKAMOOR STICK PINSThree
  THREE BLACKAMOOR STICK PINSThree blackamoor stick pins, 18k yellow gold; Each variously stamped: 18k / 750 / Assay marks Each designed in ebony with 18k yellow gold detailing 20.1 grams 3 pieces Dimensions: 0.50" W x 1.25" H
• A Black Onyx and Diamond Bow Brooch
  A Black Onyx and Diamond Bow Brooch 14k white gold brooch in the for of a bow, inlaid with black onyx in the center and surrounded with round brilliant cut diamonds, total diamond weight approx. 1 ct. Measures approx. 2-1/8"L x 3/4"W. Weight approx. 11.3 gm.
• COLLECTION OF COSTUME JEWELRY AND
  COLLECTION OF COSTUME JEWELRY AND BROOCHESA collection of costume clip on earrings and brooches. Black stone, pearl, gold tone, and enamel. Featured are a pair of Matasha Stambouli earrings and brooches, glass and pink quartz cameo earrings. Additionally a rosewood ring holder, 7 1/4" height.
• A Victorian oval onyx mourning
  A Victorian oval onyx mourning brooch, centred by a pearl set quatrefoil and with black enamelled border, glazed panel to reverse, 4cm wide
• Two Black Enamel, Colored-Stone and
  Two Black Enamel, Colored-Stone and Stone Blackamoor Clips Estimate:$50-$150
• An Antique Yellow Gold Coral Ruby
  An Antique Yellow Gold Coral Ruby and Polychrome Enamel Blackamoor Stickpin consisting of an engraved chevron shape gold base black enamel face rock crystal earrings black and white enamel turban with ruby accent and cabochon cut coral top. 2.60 dwts.
• SET 18K BLACKAMOOR JEWELRYSet 18K
  SET 18K BLACKAMOOR JEWELRYSet 18K yellow gold Blackamoor jewelry consisting of stained carved wooden busts decorated with cabochon turquoise or coral and 18K gold highlights. 1st item: Pendant, marked 750 18K (1 5/8" L) with 20" 18K chain, 14.4 grams. 2nd item: Pair drop earrings for pierced ears, marked 18K Italy, 1 7/8" L. (Higher-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com) Condition: Very good condition.
• A Blackamoor 18k Gold Pendant
  A Blackamoor 18k Gold Pendant Carved black resin blackamoor head with an 18k gold straw hat and collar. Underside stamped with 18k gold hallmarks. Measures approx. 1"L. Overall weight approx. 5.4 gm.
• A carved ivory brooch designed as a
  A carved ivory brooch designed as a rose approx. 6 x 4 cm together with a similar peacock brooch an ivory bracelet and two metal compacts.
• Black Onyx and Diamond Brooch,
  Black Onyx and Diamond Brooch, Lambert Estimate:$2,500-$3,500
• Group of 14K yellow gold brooches
  Group of 14K yellow gold brooches to include a pearl circle a stick pin cluster black onyx pearl ruby and blue sapphire floral 20.6... ?
• Two tone gold memorial brooch
  Two tone gold memorial brooch victorian Accented by black mourning enameling and set with two to three different types of braided hair. Engraved on reverse with the initials MH. the piece is in good condition, little wear.
• Vermeil and Gemstone Blackamoor
  Vermeil and Gemstone Blackamoor Pendant Drop, cast as a turbaned Blackamoor bust, the turban and coat set with nine cognac diamonds and two white diamonds, estimated total weight 1.0 carats, five faceted rubies, estimated total weight 1.50 carats, and a single cabochon-cut ruby in the turban.
• COLLECTION OF BERBER &
  COLLECTION OF BERBER & SUB-SAHARAN AFRICAN JEWELRY Including three necklaces and a brooch with a silver and amber colored beads, three large amber colored beads, a silver cross, two silver pendants with African trade beads, and a Middle Eastern necklace with coins.
• 14K GOLD AND ENAMEL BLACKAMOOR
  14K GOLD AND ENAMEL BLACKAMOOR PINDESCRIPTION: A 14k yellow gold pin, decorated two enamel Blackamoor motifs, marked along the back "585" with other indistinct hallmarks. Total Weight: 1.4 dwt CIRCA: Early 20th Cent. ORIGIN: Continental DIMENSIONS: L: 2.25" CONDITION: Great condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS (305) 333-4134. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
• Yellow gold and coral memorial
  Yellow gold and coral memorial brooch Highly etched yellow gold brooch set with seventeen rounded coral beads. The reverse has been set with two types of hair colors braided. D: 1 in. PROVENANCE: Property of Lord & Lady Coates, Belfast, United Kingdom. By family descent. Private Collection, Virginia. Descriptions provided in both printed and on-line catalogue formats do not include condition reports. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid, prior to placing a bid. All transactions are governed by Freeman''s Conditions of Sale.