68 Jewels started more than 20 years ago, when its founders moved to the Ann Arbor area and picked up on the quirky styles of the university district. A mix of funky new and off-beat vintage came together to inspire us to sell clothing and books as well as unusual items. One of our pieces - a 1950s Florida souvenir coconut head named Jo Jo - even made it to the big screen, making its debut appearance in the Rob Reiner movie 'Flipped.' But that's another story.
A stunning and rare piece of antique jewelry. This delicate European stomacher is made of solid 16K yellow gold. Studded with white sapphires with red foil backing, this beautiful piece of history is an excellent example of the Baroque Style of the mid- to late-18th century. Note the fine scroll work of the gold and the lovely decorative backing. Stomachers were popular during the reign of the Kings Georges of England, roughly the end of the 1600s to the start of the 1800s. Worn on the bodice of a woman's gowns, stomachers were often made of cloth and either beaded or embroidered. Jeweled stomachers were often made in silver and paste. Gold and gemstone pieces, however, would have been very rare indeed, almost certainly for the women of titled families. Today, 68 Jewels is a premier online source for quality heirloom jewelry and watches. Our jewelry spans eras from Georgian to Mid-Century. With pocket watches and men's wrist watches, 68 Jewels has rounded out its offerings to provide buyers with a curated collection of fine vintage and antique collectible jewelry and timepieces. * * * *
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