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Vintage Austrian Red Cut Glass Clip on Earring
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Austrian jewelry. The intricate cuts and facets of the glass showcase the attention to detail and skill
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19th Century Austrian Art Deco Antique Austrian Jewelry

Biedermeier Jewelry Box, Flamed Birch, Maple, Ebony, Austria circa 1820
Located in Regensburg, DE
Beautiful Biedermeier Jewelry Box in Birch Wood from Austria circa 1820 Flamed birch veneer. Ebony
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Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Mirror, Birch, Ebony, Maple

Biedermeier Jewelry Box, Walnut Veneer, Ink painting, Austria circa 1820
Located in Regensburg, DE
Rare Biedermeier Jewelry Box, Walnut Veneer, Ink painting, Austria circa 1820 Walnut and maple
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Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Maple, Walnut, Paint

Ormolu and Glass Souvenir Trinket Jewelry Box, Maria Zell, Austria, circa 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Maria Zell place of pilgrimage in Austria. No restoration has been carried out on this charming little
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Early 1900s Austrian Hollywood Regency Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Ormolu

Antique Austrian Onyx Jewelry Box with Figural Cold Painted Bronze Spaniel Dog
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique decorative or jewelry box is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from Austria
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Onyx, Silver Plate, Bronze

Austrian Gold and Enamel Long Chain Necklace Cherry Decoration Austrian 1910
Located in London, GB
Austrian Setting Gold with Austrian marks Weight 33 grams Dimensions 45"/ 114cm long Condition Very fine
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Early 20th Century Austrian Antique Austrian Jewelry

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18k Gold

Austrian Reverse Painted Crystal Enamel Floral Brooch
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
flowers stand out and almost "pop". This brooch is finished with a pin back and has Austrian
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1890s Austrian Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Crystal

Austria-Hungarian Renaissance Revival Adam and Eve Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Austria-Hungarian Renaissance Revival Adam and Eve Brooch Made Circa 1900 3 Pearls 8 Diamonds 7
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Early 1900s Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Pearl, Enamel

Austria Signed Multi-Color Glass and Rhinestone Vintage Fashion Brooch
Located in Jacksonville, FL
extraordinary vintage fashion brooch, signed by Austria. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Antique Austrian Jewelry

Antique Gold Watch Clock Chain Necklace, Austria
Located in Munich, Bavaria
gold stamp Austria; maker`s mark "DK" length half: 88 cm
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1890s Austrian Antique Austrian Jewelry

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14k Gold

Austrian Art Nouveau Diamonds 2 Carats Gold Brooch c1900
Located in Vienna, AT
). This piece of jewellery is of most elegant appearance - it is excellently shaped: the brooch consists
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique Austrian Oval Cufflinks in 14k Gold with Ebony
Located in San Rafael, CA
A superb pair of double-sided cufflinks handmade in Austria in the early 20th Century. The
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Jewelry

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1840s Biedermeier Enamel Pearl Gold Brooch Vienna Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Biedermeier Brooch Vienna, made c. 1840 / 50 14 Carat Gold / 585 (checked) Red Gold, decorated with ornaments made of enamel as well as covered with pearls. The brooch is shap...
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1840s Austrian Early Victorian Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Pearl, Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold

1900s Art Nouveau Enamel Diamond Gold Brooch Vienna Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Nouveau Brooch Vienna, made c. 1900 14 Carat Gold / 585 (checked) Yellow Gold, covered with enamel as well as with many small diamonds (vintage cuts / circa 0.40 carat i...
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Austrian Art Deco Sterling Silver and Marcasite Initials ES Brooch
Located in London, GB
Beautiful Austrian sterling silver brooch decorated with marcasites and silver squares, and
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Early 20th Century Austrian Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Marcasite, Sterling Silver

Antique Austrian Sapphire, Diamond, and Chalcedony Brooch with Cluster Center
Located in New York, NY
diamond border, in silver-topped gold. Austria. Atw 1.80 cts.
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1890s Austrian Victorian Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Chalcedony, Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Silver

Art Nouveau Diamond Gold Silver Pendant Austria
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This very charming Art Nouveau pendant has been made round about 1900 in Austria. Five articulated
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Stick Brooch Gold 585 Turquoises Late Biedermeier Austria Vienna Vintage
Located in Vienna, AT
AUSTRIAN SO-SAID HORSE HEAD-MARK WHICH WAS USED AS FROM THE YEAR 1925. FINE GOLDEN COLOUR ! THIS STUNNING
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Mid-19th Century Austrian High Victorian Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Turquoise, 14k Gold

Pair of Austrian Edwardian 14 Karat Gold and Carnelian Cufflinks
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine pair of Edwardian period Austrian cufflinks. In 14k gold with flat carnelian panels
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Early 20th Century Austrian Edwardian Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Carnelian, Gold, 14k Gold

1880s Antique Austrian Diamond and Yellow Gold Bangle
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Austrian 0.30 carat diamond and 14 karat yellow gold bangle
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1880s Austrian Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1880s Antique Austrian Diamond and Yellow Gold Bangle
1880s Antique Austrian Diamond and Yellow Gold Bangle
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H 0.3 in W 1.61 in L 1.06 in
Antique Austrian Burma Ruby, Diamond and Silver-Upon-Gold Brooch, Circa 1890
Located in London, GB
An antique, Austrian, Burma ruby and diamond chequerboard brooch, with French-cut rubies, in claw
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1890s Austrian Belle Époque Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Silver

Austrian Art Nouveau Opal Foliage Pearl Wide Bracelet
Located in Napoli, IT
Epitome of Eternal Beauty This rare and quite unique Art Nouveau bracelet is 1905 ca Bears Austrian
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold

Antique Cuff-links Austrian Empire Diamonds Onyx solid 14K Gold / 7.32gr
Located in SE
Beautiful cuff - links made on the territories of the former Austrian-Hungarian Empire. One piece
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Diamond, Onyx, Silver, 14k Gold

Antique ArtNouveau Austria Scheid RareMark Pave BlueZircon Silver Snakes Brooch
By Georg Adam Scheid
Located in Chicago, IL
maker's mark for private jewelry commissions of a star and crescent moon in a circle. We suspect that he
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Austrian 14k Rose Gold, Synthetic Sapphire, & Rose Cut Diamond Stick Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Austrian stick pin. In 14 karat rose gold mounting with a silver top. Center set
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Early 20th Century Austrian Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, Rose Gold

1880s Austrian Basaltic Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique Austrian 7.20 carat basaltic sapphire and 0.45 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow
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19th Century Austrian Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Gold Chain Bracelet, Vienna Austria, Around 1910
Located in Vienna, AT
chain Hallmarked: so-said Austrian Fox Head Stamp Mark 1872 – 1922 master’s mark R.K. weight: 22
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Jewelry

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14k Gold

Antique Bohemian Austrian - Hungarian Bracelet Garnets Silver /18cm /37gr
Located in SE
Handmade in Austria / Hungary or Bohemian bracelet, circa 1850 - early 1900s. A great example of an
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Garnet, Silver

Signed Antique Austrian Art Deco Period 14k Gold and Smoky Quartz Cufflinks
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of antique Austrian Art Deco cufflinks. In 14k yellow gold. Set with buff top smoky
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Quartz, 14k Gold

Austrian 1900 Art Nouveau Jugendstil Bangle Bracelet in Gilded Brass
Located in Miami, FL
Jugendstil art nouveau Bangle made in Austria. A very interesting bracelet bangle, made in Vienna
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Citrine, Brass

Austrian 1915 Art Nouveau Egyptian Revival Plique à Jour Winged Scarab Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
same time period--for example, Jugendstil in Germany and Austria--true Art Nouveau jewelry is decidedly
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1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Opal, Quartz, Silver, Enamel

An Art Nouveau Austrian Enamel and Silver Gilt Pearl Locket
Located in Portland, GB
A 19th century Austrian-Hungarian silver and blue enamel oval locket with forget me not motif. The
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1880s Austrian Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Pearl, Silver, Enamel

Gold brooch with diamonds, quartz and flower motif, Austria-Hungary, 1872-1922
Located in Chorzów, PL
A unique antique brooch from Austria-Hungary from the late 19th century. A complete set of
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Late 19th Century Austrian Belle Époque Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum

Stick Brooch Gold 585 Diamonds circa 0.50 Carat Austria Vienna Vintage Made
Located in Vienna, AT
GOLDEN LATE VICTORIAN STICK BROOCH WITH DIAMONDS. MOST PROBABLY MADE IN VIENNA / AUSTRIA (c
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Early 1900s Austrian Late Victorian Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique 1900 Art Nouveau Secessionist Necklace Enamel Flowers Austria
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This colourful expressive enamel painting of flowers is mounted in a secessionist silver frame.
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Silver, Enamel

Austrian 1900 Art Nouveau Jugendstil Brooch in 14 Karat with Coral and Pearl
Located in Miami, FL
, Jugendstil in Germany and Austria--true Art Nouveau jewelry is decidedly extended in France. It was a short
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Coral, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Drop Earring Brooch Ring Jewelry Set Gold Turquoises Pearls Diamond, Vienna 1890
By Viennese Manufactory
Located in Vienna, AT
LATE VICTORIAN (= VIENNESE LATEST HISTORICISM) GOLDEN JEWELRY SET: PAIR OF EARRINGS as well as RING
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Late 19th Century Austrian Late Victorian Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Art Deco Silver Turquoise Cabochon Bracelet with Native American Austria
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Extravagant and highly unusual Austrian Art Deco hinged silver bracelet fully hallmarked with
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1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Turquoise, Silver

Viennese Enamel Silver Jewelry Box
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This jewelry box is built similar to a Roman/Greek Pantheon with 17 Silver bordered hand painted
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Early 20th Century Austrian Rococo Revival Antique Austrian Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Viennese Enamel Silver Jewelry Box
Viennese Enamel Silver Jewelry Box
H 7.25 in W 5.25 in D 4.25 in
Austrian Beaded Flapper Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Striking deco hand beaded necklace of patinaed silvered beads with ruby, black and yellow accents. The patterned centerpiece is woven aound a core and a tassel hangs from it.
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Austrian Jewelry

Art Deco Stick Brooch Gold 585 Sapphires Brilliants 0.70 Carat, Austria, Vienna
Located in Vienna, AT
'585' WHICH MEANS GOLD 14ct / ADDITIONALLY, ITEM IS HALLMARKED WITH AUSTRIAN SO-SAID HORSE HEAD
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Antique Austrian 1.65 Carat Diamond Gold Pendant Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
this fine example of antique jewellery/estate jewelry. Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Color G Clarity
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1920s Austrian Belle Époque Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Stick Brooch Gold 585 Turquoises Corals Diamonds 0.25 ct, Austria, circa 1860
Located in Vienna, AT
/ ADDITIONALLY, ITEM WAS HALLMARKED IN LATER PERIOD WITH AUSTRIAN SO-SAID HORSE HEAD-MARK WHICH WAS USED AS FROM
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Mid-19th Century Austrian High Victorian Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Coral, Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Austria 1905 Edwardian Art Nouveau Brooch Platinum with Rock Quartz and Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian art nouveau brooch made in Austria by Franz Goldstein. Beautiful and rare piece, created
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Early 1900s Austrian Edwardian Antique Austrian Jewelry

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White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Quartz, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Wh...

Antique Portrait Enamel, Rose Diamond and Natural Pearl Necklace, Austrian.
Located in Aspen, CO
early 20th century, Austria and Germany use 800 silver frequently. The gold was tested on both the
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1860s Austrian Victorian Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver, Enamel

Old Austrian Ring Diamonds 14K Yellow White Gold Ø7.75US/ 2.5gr
Located in SE
Ring from early 1920's -1930s hand - made in Wiena , Austria. Austrian period hallmarks on the band
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1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique Austrian Bohemian Bracelet Garnets Seed Pearls Enamel / 18cm / 34gr
Located in SE
Renaissance styled Austrian – Hungarian or Bohemian Gilt Silver Bracelet hand made circa 1900
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1910s Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Pearl, Garnet, Gold-filled, Silver, Enamel

Old earrings with diamonds and synthetic spinels, Austria-Hungary, circa 1920
Located in Chorzów, PL
Old gold earrings with diamonds and synthetic spinels Origin: Austria-Hungary, early 20th century
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1920s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Spinel, 14k Gold

Antique Imperial Austrian Pendant Brooch Rhodolite Pearls Enamels Silver/ 10.5gr
Located in SE
Fine Antique piece of Bohemian jewelry made on the territories of the former Austrian-Hungarian
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Pearl, Rhodolite, Silver, Gold, Enamel

Antique Austrian Ring natural 0.5ct Sapphire 0.8ctw Diamonds 14KGoldØUS8.5/2.6gr
Located in SE
Austrian Art - Deco period Sapphire and Diamonds Ring made between ca. 1920 -1940s. Crown is 9.6 mm
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1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

Jugendstil Silver Brooch Pin Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
treasure for now and forever! It was the German and Austrian Art Nouveau style, named after the Munich
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Late 19th Century German Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Sterling Silver

1850 Biedermeier BRACELET GOLD ONE EMERALD TWO PEARLS AUSTRIA
Located in Vienna, AT
) AUSTRIAN OFFICIAL HALLMARKS EXISTING. THIS BRACELET IS OF STUNNING & MOST ELEGANT APPEARANCE: ITS MIDDLE
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1850s Austrian Early Victorian Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold

Emil Biedermann 1867 Austrian Important Presentation Agate Pendant in 19Kt Gold
Located in Miami, FL
A highly important Austrian pendant-brooch in 19 Karats by Emil Biedermann (1830-1900). An
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1860s Austrian Neoclassical Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Agate, Gold, Yellow Gold

Austrian 1870 Vienna Carved Agate Cameo of Heba in 18kt Yellow Gold with Enamel
Located in Miami, FL
An Austrian carved agate cameo of Heba. This piece feature a fabulous three-dimensional cameo
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1870s Austrian Neoclassical Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Agate, Yellow Gold, Enamel, Gold, 18k Gold

Austrian German 1900 Sword Pin Jabot 18Kt Yellow Gold Enamel, Diamond And Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
. Is most probably has been made in Austria or Germany, during the transition periods of the Edwardian
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Jewelry

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White Diamond, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Austrian Hungarian 1910 Buddha Pendant Sautoir In Gilded Sterling With Turquoise
Located in Miami, FL
An Austrian-Hungarian orientalism pendant sautoir with turquoises. This beautiful and
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1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Turquoise, Ruby, Natural Pearl, Pearl, Sterling Silver, Silver

Antique Diamond Cluster Rose Gold Navette Ring, Austria, Around 1890
Located in Vienna, AT
engraved shoulders. Austria, circa 1890 head measuring 1.9 x 0.9 cm / 0.74 x 0.35 in the current
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1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Diamond, Rose Gold

Antique Diamonds & Pearl Gold Flower-Shaped Ring, Austria, around 1900
Located in Vienna, AT
mount with leaf-shaped shoulders. Austria, circa 1900 head measuring: diameter ca. 2.1 cm / 0.82 in
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1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold

Antique set of earrings and pendant with diamonds, Austria, circa 1900.
Located in Chorzów, PL
An antique set of jewelry in the atmosphere of the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. Pendant
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique Austrian Bohemian Cross Silver Turquoise Garnet Pearl Enamel Pendant/11g
Located in SE
blister Pearl and remnants of black enamel. Late period of Austrian-Hungarian Empire, bail has hallmarks
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Early 1900s Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Austrian Jewelry

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Garnet, Pearl, Turquoise, Silver, Enamel

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Antique Austrian Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate piece of antique austrian jewelry for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 14k Gold and Silver — can elevate any look. Finding the perfect item from our selection of antique austrian jewelry may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 20th Century. Creating a choice in our collection of antique austrian jewelry has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Viennese Manufactory, Argentor and Carl Bacher are consistently popular. Take a look at an object in our assortment of antique austrian jewelry featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. An old european cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also round cut and cabochon versions for sale. Finding an option in this array of antique austrian jewelry for sale for women should be easy, but there are 60 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Antique Austrian Jewelry?

The price for a piece of antique austrian jewelry starts at $65 and tops out at $163,333 with these decorative-objects, on average, selling for $2,661.
Questions About Antique Austrian Jewelry
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Paste jewelry is made out of a special type of flint glass that emulates several gemstones. Paste is a hand-cut glass that is polished with metal powder until it gleams like a gem. Paste jewelry was popular as a cheaper alternative to diamonds during the Georgian, Victorian, and Edwardian eras, as well as the Art Deco period. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage paste jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    To tell if jewelry is antique, look for its hallmarks. You will usually find them in inconspicuous areas, such as on clasps, the backs of pendants or the insides of bracelets and rings. Once you have located the hallmarks, use trusted online resources to identify the maker and find out when they were active. Pieces produced more than 100 years ago are antique. If you need assistance dating a particular piece, enlist the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Find a large collection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    Jewelry is considered antique once it is 100 years old. Pieces that are 20 to 99 years old are vintage. Contemporary is the term used to describe jewelry that is less than 20 years old. Explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    To tell if antique jewelry is real, first look for hallmarks that may signify the maker. You can then use trusted online resources to find out what to look for to verify authenticity. If the jewelry doesn't have hallmarks, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or licensed dealer. An expert can evaluate your jewelry, tell you whether it is a genuine antique and provide information about its materials and approximate value. Explore a large selection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if jewelry is antique gold, take it to a licensed appraiser experienced in evaluating jewelry. It is difficult to identify jewelry materials using only the naked eye and online resources. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In antique jewelry, the term “paste” means glass finished in a way that allows it to resemble natural gemstones. To produce paste, artisans polish it for long periods of time with metal powder. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique paste jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To know if your antique jewelry is valuable, you can consult trusted online resources to see what similar pieces have sold for in the past. It is important to note that the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. Jewelry of a certain historical period will be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with a precious gemstone may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and give you a price estimate. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, BVLGARI and others. Shop a collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, some antique jewelry does go up in value. It is important to note that demand as well as the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. A certain historical period’s jewelry may be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with precious gems may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and estimate its value. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, BVLGARI and others. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    To tell if jewelry is vintage or antique, first look for any hallmarks that signify its maker. You can use trusted online resources to research when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours to roughly estimate its age. Jewelry is vintage if it's between 20 and 99 years old, and antique if it is 100 years old or more. If you're unable to locate a maker's hallmark, becoming familiar with the materials and other characteristics used during different eras of jewelry can help you date your piece. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage and antique jewelry.