by TAOK | Mar 2, 2010 | Gemstones, Vintage Jewellery
(The stunning aquamarine, diamond and pearl necklace seen above, set in platinum, has one bezel-set oval faceted aquamarine weighing 19.72ct! This exceptional piece is available at Cynthia Findlay Antiques (416) 260-9057) It is hard to believe that it’s March...
by TAOK | Dec 15, 2009 | Events, Toronto Antiques on King, Vintage Jewellery, YouTube
Recently we attended the annual CDS Designer Fair, which was a great success!This video showcases a beautiful late Victorian diamond ring made around 1890 with the center stone weighing 2.27ct. Also featured are two pink gold Etruscan wire bangles and exquisite pearl...
by TAOK | Nov 8, 2009 | Birthstones, Gemstones, Vintage Jewellery
A few interesting facts about topaz: The name topaz is either derived from an Sanskrit word meaning “fire” or from an island in the Red Sea fomerly called Topazos, now called Zabargad, which was the ancient source of the stone peridot. Topaz does not just come...
by TAOK | Nov 7, 2009 | Toronto Antiques on King, Victorian, Vintage Jewellery
This design on the face of this beautiful Victorian brooch is not what it seems at first sight. Believe it or not, it is actually made out of human hair – a notion that never fails to cause a strong reaction in people, whether shock, awe, disgust or delight....
by TAOK | Aug 29, 2009 | Bridal Jewellery & Accessories, Gift Ideas, Media, Television Shows, Vintage Jewellery, Wedding SOS
With a savvy solution to any wedding-related problem and a knack for making something spectacular out of utter chaos, it is no wonder Jane Dayus-Hinch recently led her wedding planning team to the treasure trove of Toronto Antiques on King to film on location for an...
by TAOK | Jul 29, 2009 | Film & Television Props, Media, Vintage Jewellery
(Queen Latifah’s necklace and earrings from Cynthia Findlay Antiques at Toronto Antiques on King, as worn in the movie Chicago) When your business is antiques you are awarded the wonderful opportunity to meet all sorts of fascinating people. Every day tourists and...
