![GOLD 1886 POLICE BADGE FROM ROCHESTER, NEW: HAMPSHIRE. This exceptionally attractive hand-engraved badge measures approx. 3" x 2 1/8". The badge has been professionally electronically tested and has proven to be 14k gold. The front of the badge](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6203/336465/182182425_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1721418663)
Gold Historical Memorabilia
![GOLD 1886 POLICE BADGE FROM ROCHESTER, NEW: HAMPSHIRE. This exceptionally attractive hand-engraved badge measures approx. 3" x 2 1/8". The badge has been professionally electronically tested and has proven to be 14k gold. The front of the badge](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6203/336465/182182425_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1721418663)
![Souvenir Gold Brick Paperweight from 1904 World's Fair: World's Fair [St. Louis, MO], ca. 1904 Souvenir Gold Brick Paperweight from 1904 World's Fair Relic A gold-painted cast-iron souvenir paperweight produced for the 1904 World's Fair held in St. Louis.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6306/336885/182244509_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1721235038)
![Ancient Medieval Viking / Celtic Silver Pendant Ornament, 9th-11th Century: This silver pendant ornament from the Ancient Medieval period, dating back to the 9th-11th century, is a remarkable example of Viking and Celtic craftsmanship. Such pendants were often used as amulets](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/337724/182761586_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1722009830)
![Ancient Medieval Viking / Celtic Silver Pendant Ornament, 9th-11th Century: This silver pendant ornament from the Ancient Medieval period, dating back to the 9th-11th century, is a remarkable example of Viking and Celtic craftsmanship. Such pendants were often used as amulets](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/337724/182761416_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1722009830)
![Ancient Medieval Viking / Celtic Silver Pendant Ornament, 9th-11th Century: This silver pendant ornament from the Ancient Medieval period, dating back to the 9th-11th century, is a remarkable example of Viking and Celtic craftsmanship. Such pendants were often used as amulets](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/337724/182761320_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1722009830)
![Ancient Parthian Empire Stone Carved Spindle Whorl, ca. 2nd Century BCE: No reserve is set for any lot; the starting price is the basic price of the lot without reserve. We are delighted to present an extraordinary collection of jewelry and artifacts spanning various histo](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/337724/182761020_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1722009830)
![Antique Russian Bronze Bell, 19th Century: No reserve is set for any lot; the starting price is the basic price of the lot without reserve. We are delighted to present an extraordinary collection of jewelry and artifacts spanning various histo](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/337724/182760980_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1722009830)
![Late Medieval Safavid Empire Cockerel Figurine Finial, 16th-18th Centuries AD: This cockerel figurine finial from the late Medieval Safavid Empire dates back to the 16th-18th centuries AD. Crafted during the height of Safavid artistic and cultural influence in Iran, this finial](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/337724/182760889_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1722009830)
![Barack Obama 24Kt Gold Plated Presidential Medals: medals= 3 inches in diameter - box is with key](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/3256/336720/182161305_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1721152877)
![Ancient Mesopotamian Jasper Stone Weight, c. 3rd Millennium BCE: This Ancient Mesopotamian stone weight, dating back to the 3rd millennium BCE, is a remarkable artifact from one of the earliest and most influential civilizations in human history. Crafted from a sin](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/337724/182761518_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1722009830)
![Ancient Medieval Silk Road Spool-Shaped Spindle Whorl, 7th-10th Century: This Ancient Medieval spool-shaped spindle whorl hails from the Silk Road, a vital trade route linking East and West. This spindle whorl, with its unique spool shape, was used in the spinning of yarn](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/337724/182761516_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1722009830)
![Post Medieval Rajasthani Brass Chalice with Intricate Engravings, 19th-20th Century: This brass chalice from Rajasthan dates back to the 19th-20th century and features intricate engravings that showcase the region's rich artistic heritage. Crafted from brass, the chalice is adorned wi](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/337724/182761410_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1722009830)
![Post Medieval Tibeto-Burmese Bronze Stupa, 18th-19th Century: This Post Medieval Tibeto-Burmese bronze stupa dates back to the 18th-19th century, showcasing a significant religious artifact from this period. Crafted from bronze, the stupa features a tiered desig](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/337724/182761374_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1722009830)
![Ancient Mesopotamian Jasper Stone Weight, c. 3rd Millennium BCE: This Ancient Mesopotamian stone weight, dating back to the 3rd millennium BCE, is a remarkable artifact from one of the earliest and most influential civilizations in human history. Crafted from a sin](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/337724/182761226_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1722009830)
![Ancient Medieval Anglo-Saxon Orangy Yellow Whetstone, 9th-11th Century: This orangy yellow whetstone dates back to the Medieval Anglo-Saxon period, specifically from the 9th to 11th century. It served as a crucial tool for sharpening blades and tools, essential in maintai](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/337724/182761210_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1722009830)
![Ancient Egyptian Hard Stone Spindle Whorl, Late Period 664BC -332 BC: No reserve is set for any lot; the starting price is the basic price of the lot without reserve. We are delighted to present an extraordinary collection of jewelry and artifacts spanning various histo](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/337724/182760939_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1722009830)
![Ancient Middle Eastern Spindle-Whorl with Incised Ring-and-Dot Motif, 1st Millennium BCE: This ivory spindle-whorl from the Ancient Middle East, dating back to the 1st millennium BCE, is lathe-turned, perforated, and decorated with an incised ring-and-dot motif along with a lined panel arr](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/337724/182761520_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1722009830)
![Ancient Sasanian Stone Carved Spindle Whorl or Disk, ca 224-651 AD: No reserve is set for any lot; the starting price is the basic price of the lot without reserve. We are delighted to present an extraordinary collection of jewelry and artifacts spanning various histo](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/337724/182761345_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1722009830)
![Ancient Hellenistic Greek Conoid Glass Weight, 3rd-1st Century BC: This ancient conoid glass weight dates back to the Hellenistic Greek period, specifically between the 3rd and 1st centuries BC. The weight is crafted from glass, exhibiting a unique conoid shape and a](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/337724/182761117_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1722009830)
![Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty Carved Tibetan Turquoise, 19th Century: This antique Tibetan turquoise piece from the 19th century showcases exquisite craftsmanship and is intricately carved with traditional Tibetan motifs. Originating from the Chinese Qing Dynasty (1644-](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/337724/182761517_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1722009830)
![Post Medieval Conch Shell Cameo Intaglio Portrait, Victorian Era, 18th-19th Century: This authentic Post Medieval Conch Shell Cameo Intaglio from the Victorian Era (18th-19th Century) features an intricately carved portrait of a woman in profile, capturing the elegance and craftsmansh](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/337724/182761137_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1722009830)
![Late Medieval Safavid Dynasty Carnelian Intaglio Stamp Seal, 1501-1722 AD: This Late Medieval stamp seal from the Safavid Dynasty, dating between 1501 and 1722 AD, is crafted from carnelian and features an intricate intaglio design. Seal stamps like these were crucial for au](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/337724/182761127_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1722009830)
![Post Medieval Conch Shell Intaglio Amulet Pendant, 16th-19th Century: This remarkable amulet pendant from the Post Medieval period (16th-19th century) features an intaglio design carved into a conch shell, set within a copper alloy frame. The pendant showcases intricate](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/337724/182761064_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1722009830)
![Post Medieval Conch Shell Cameo Intaglio Portrait, Victorian Era, 18th-19th Century: This authentic Post Medieval Conch Shell Cameo Intaglio from the Victorian Era (18th-19th Century) features an intricately carved portrait of a woman in profile, capturing the elegance and craftsmansh](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/337724/182760984_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1722009830)
News about Gold Historical Memorabilia
![Gold ring with carnelian intaglio carved by Nathaniel Merchant leads our five auction highlights](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/AH-Wilkens-May-28-intaglio-ring-detail.jpg)
Gold ring with carnelian intaglio carved by Nathaniel Merchant leads our five auction highlights
Gold Ring with Carnelian Intaglio Carved by Nathaniel Merchant, $74,135 TORONTO — This gold-mounted carnelian intaglio ring depicting classical profiles of Cupid and Psyche embracing is signed in mirror image capitals for Nathaniel Marchant (1739-1816). Prolific in both Italy and England, he was probably the most famous gem engraver of the late 18th and early […]
![Shimmering Splendor: Silver and Gold Auction set for New York June 19](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Georg-Jensen-brooch.jpg)
Shimmering Splendor: Silver and Gold Auction set for New York June 19
NEW YORK – On Wednesday, June 19, beginning at 5 pm Eastern time, Jasper52 will conduct a sale titled Shimmering Splendor: Silver and Gold Auction. Its 152 lots almost exclusively showcase those precious metals in pieces by brand-name jewelers and houses. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers. It’s no surprise, then, […]
![Nineteenth-century photographs of San Francisco document the impact of the California Gold Rush at Freeman’s Hindman May 31](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/177758569_1_x.jpg)
Nineteenth-century photographs of San Francisco document the impact of the California Gold Rush at Freeman’s Hindman May 31
CINCINNATI — Two utterly remarkable photographs will be featured lots at Freeman’s Hindman as part of the American Historical Ephemera & Photography sale on Friday, May 31. The complete catalog is now available for review and bidding at LiveAuctioneers. This whole-plate daguerreotype of San Francisco, California has been dated by the auction house to circa […]
![Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry showcasing 18K gold brings the bling to Jasper52](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/177756123_1_x-1.jpg)
Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry showcasing 18K gold brings the bling to Jasper52
NEW YORK – On Saturday, May 25, commencing at 8 pm Eastern time, Jasper52 will present an auction titled The Art of Luxury: Designer Jewelry & Watches. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers. While many elite and coveted brands appear in the 442-lot sale lineup, all three highlighted pieces are credited to Van Cleef & Arpels. […]