Jem's Gems

Jem's Gems Bringing antique/vintage jewelry, stones, sea glass and old dig glass back to life as upcycled custom decorative hangers and resale jewelry. ONLINE STORE OPEN.

Woman owned working out of central Maine. Local orders/delivery available. No scammers Available for custom made pieces.

Buggin out at Jem's Gems! Pendants but can be transformed into a trinket-style dangles or bracelets or other home decor-...
06/21/2026

Buggin out at Jem's Gems! Pendants but can be transformed into a trinket-style dangles or bracelets or other home decor- tell me your colors to customize your piece. PM me for details. Local pick up only.

Chunky funky bracelets $18 each.PM me for details. Local pick up only.
06/21/2026

Chunky funky bracelets $18 each.
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The item is a Thai Buddhist amulet, specifically featuring a figure sitting on a tiger, likely related to LP Pern of Wat...
06/21/2026

The item is a Thai Buddhist amulet, specifically featuring a figure sitting on a tiger, likely related to LP Pern of Wat Bang Phra Temple. Subject: The amulet often depicts Luang Phor Pern, a famous monk known for tiger-related talismans believed to provide life protection and courage. Design: These pendants frequently feature special Yantra (sacred geometric designs) on the reverse side for added spiritual significance. Case: The item is secured in a silver-toned casing with a clear front to protect and display the amulet. Purpose: Such amulets are traditionally worn to bring luck, wealth, and protection from evil or bad things.
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Authentic Phra Somdej Toh Wat Rakang Talisman Old Generation Thai Amulet- Antique.This clearer image confirms that the i...
06/21/2026

Authentic Phra Somdej Toh Wat Rakang Talisman Old Generation Thai Amulet- Antique.
This clearer image confirms that the item is a Phra Somdej amulet, widely considered the "King of Amulets" in Thailand. Physical Characteristics Design Mold: This follows the classic Pim Yai (large mold) design style. It features a minimalist, stylized Buddha seated in a meditative posture upon a three-tiered pedestal, all framed within a bell-shaped arch (Zung).Material Composition: The amulet possesses the distinct texture and chalky coloration of traditional sacred powder mixtures (Phong Phutthakhun). These are historically crafted using chalk, clay, incense ash, and protective floral elements. Enclosure: It is securely housed in a protective, modern stainless steel frame lined with a thin red rubber gasket to keep the casing waterproof. Historical Background-The original Phra Somdej line was initiated in the mid-19th century by Somdej Toh (Phra Buddhachan Toh Phromarangsi) at Wat Rakhang Kositaram in Bangkok. Due to its high status in Thai Buddhist culture, countless authentic subsequent editions, commemorative batches, and commercial reproductions have been produced by various temples and makers over the decades.
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Authentic Phra Pidta amulet from Thailand. The Phra Pidta amulet (the "closed-eye" Buddha posture), which is deeply reve...
06/21/2026

Authentic Phra Pidta amulet from Thailand.
The Phra Pidta amulet (the "closed-eye" Buddha posture), which is deeply revered in Thai Buddhist traditions for spiritual protection, blocking out worldly temptations, and attracting fortune. Details of the Amulet: Visual Characteristics: It depicts a dark, weathered figure seated in a meditative posture with hands raised to mask the face. The piece appears to be molded from sacred powders, mixed clay, or a material blended with traditional black lacquer (Phong Kluk Rak). Housing: It is safely preserved within a transparent casing featuring a red internal border trim and an integrated hanging loop for necklace attachment. Potential Origin: The specific shape and heavy texture are highly characteristic of regional temple distributions from legendary masters like Luang Pu Khai (Wat Choeng Lane), Luang Por Kaew, or variations from Luang Pu Toh lineages.
The back of your Phra Pidta amulet shows a smooth, worn surface typical of an older "Nuea Phong" (Sacred Powder) composition, which likely includes baked temple clay, protective herbs, or floral powders.Key Observations of the OriginAbsence of Stamped Markings: There are no visible Yantra symbols (mystical scripts), temple stamps, or identification numbers on the reverse side. This suggests it is either a traditional hand-molded piece where the monk or temple assistant smoothed the back by hand, or the original surface detailing has worn smooth inside its casing over decades of contact.Mineral Inclusions: The distinct dark spot or dark mineral chip near the center indicates a "sacred ingredient" specifically pressed into the mixture. Monks frequently blend specialized materials—such as fragments of older broken amulets, Takrut metal scrolls, protective gemstones, or holy hair strands (Gesa)—into the core matrix to enhance its perceived energy.The Aging and Patina: The surface exhibits natural variations in tan and grey coloration, along with hairline cracks. This texture implies the amulet has undergone significant dehydration over a long period, which is common for authentic, vintage powder pieces.Finding the Specific Temple or MonkBecause it lacks a distinct emblem or text script on the back, pinpointing the specific temple of origin requires tracing its line of style. Amulets crafted with this specific tear-drop silhouette, rounded contour, and dark inclusion are highly characteristic of regional temple batches from central and eastern Thailand.
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My favorite-vintage filigree necklace with matching clasp back earrings, from Western Germany or Coro (I cant see maker...
06/19/2026

My favorite-vintage filigree necklace with matching clasp back earrings, from Western Germany or Coro (I cant see maker mark but believe its Coro), featuring iridescent rhinestones and faux pearls. Design: The necklace features multiple ornate, silver-tone filigree pendants connected by a delicate chain.Stones: It is decorated with iridescent, aurora borealis crystals and small faux pearls surrounding central stones. Era: Similar styles were popular in the 1950s and 1960s.
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This vintage necklace - Lisner leaf-design pieces featuring silver-tone metal and blue aurora borealis stones.Maker: Oft...
06/19/2026

This vintage necklace - Lisner leaf-design pieces featuring silver-tone metal and blue aurora borealis stones.Maker: Often attributed to Lisner, featuring a leaf-shaped link structure. Materials: Silver-tone metal with iridescent blue aurora borealis rhinestones. Design: A choker-style piece frequently incorporating leaf motifs.
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Something old AND Blue! LisnerThis is a vintage silver-tone choker necklace featuring blue marquise-cut rhinestones and ...
06/19/2026

Something old AND Blue! Lisner
This is a vintage silver-tone choker necklace featuring blue marquise-cut rhinestones and a floral leaf design.Design: The necklace showcases a botanical motif with silver metal leaves and dangling rhinestone drops.Materials: It is constructed from silver-tone metal and accented with blue and clear rhinestones.Features: Similar vintage pieces, such as those by Lisner, feature adjustable lengths and fold-over clasps. Local pick up only. PM me for details.

Jem's Gems is expanding inventory. Adding new old treasures. Its wedding season!Vintage Heisey Glass "Whirlpool" Daisy B...
06/19/2026

Jem's Gems is expanding inventory. Adding new old treasures. Its wedding season!
Vintage Heisey Glass "Whirlpool" Daisy Button pattern " Scalloped Bowl – Diamond H Marked – Pattern 1506 description in captioinformation.

Wm Rogers serving tray-description in caption.

Local pick up only-Augusta PM for more info.

Deal of the day! Sterling, not marked but my gem/metal tester beeps on red! PM me for pricing and local pick up.
06/17/2026

Deal of the day! Sterling, not marked but my gem/metal tester beeps on red! PM me for pricing and local pick up.

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