Without being able to examine all of them closely and fully, just having
gold flecks in them does not conclusively mean they are lapis because
other stones such as blue goldstone also have such flecks. Lower grade
lapis actually may have more white f...
First, it is almost undoubtedly *not* an antique, but a vintage piece.
It has no real recognizable style, although one could argue it has some
Victorian and possibly Italian roots, based on the tufting and scalloped
back. In my estimation, it is at b...
It's a very pretty piece, with lovely proportions and decorations.Could
you please post photos of the dovetails and interior? If you can get
shots of the back as well, particularly the joinery at the corners, that
would also help. Likewise, better im...
I don't think any of those are trade beads; I've never seen those colors
and shapes among any trade beads I've seen. The green and black striped
ones all look ceramic to me.