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Suzy Levian 14K Yellow Gold Pear-Cut Garnet and White Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
: 14k Stone Shape: Pear Gender: Women Jewelry Setting: Pave Band Width: 1-2 mm Ring Style: Anniversary
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19th Century American Baroque Antique Jewelry Settings

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

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Oval-Cut Sapphire and Round White Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
these gems and the luster of the high-polish finish of the gold creates an eye catching piece of jewelry
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Early 19th Century American Baroque Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

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

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Round Sapphire and Round White Diamond Panther Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
: 14k Gemstone Cut: Round Total Diamond Weight: Up to 0.45 Carats Jewelry Setting: Basket Diamond Cut
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Early 19th Century American Retro Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

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

Suzy Levian 14K Yellow Gold Oval-Cut Sapphire and Diamond Vintage-Inspired Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
: 14k Gemstone Cut: Cushion Total Diamond Weight: 0.25 Carats Jewelry Setting: Basket Diamond Cut: Round
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19th Century American Victorian Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

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

Suzy Levian 14K Yellow Gold Oval-Cut Sapphire and White Diamond Vintage Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
: 14k Gemstone Cut: Oval Total Diamond Weight: 1.20 Carats Jewelry Setting: Prong Diamond Cut: Round
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19th Century American Baroque Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

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

Suzy Levian 14K Yellow Gold Cabochon-Cut Emerald and Diamond Vintage Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
Cut: Round Total Diamond Weight: Up to 0.20 Carats Diamond Cut: Round Jewelry Setting: Prong Gender
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19th Century American Baroque Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

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

Suzy Levian 14K Yellow Gold Pear-Cut Emerald and White Diamond Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
Cut: Round Total Diamond Weight: 0.50 Carats Diamond Cut: Round Jewelry Setting: Prong Gender: Female
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19th Century American Baroque Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

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

Suzy Levian 14K Yellow Gold Oval-Cut Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
Cut: Oval Total Diamond Weight: Up to 0.15 Carats Diamond Cut: Round Jewelry Setting: Basket Gender
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19th Century American Belle Époque Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

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

Suzy Levian 14K Yellow Gold Oval-Cut Sapphire and Diamond Vintage Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
: 14k Gemstone Cut: Round Total Diamond Weight: 0.10 Carats Jewelry Setting: Basket Diamond Cut: Round
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19th Century American Baroque Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

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

Suzy Levian 14K Yellow Gold Cabochon-Cut Sapphire and WhiteDiamond Cocktail Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
: 14k Gemstone Cut: Round Total Diamond Weight: 0.12 Carats Jewelry Setting: Basket Diamond Cut: Round
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19th Century American Baroque Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

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

Suzy Levian 14K Yellow Gold Pear-Cut Ruby and White Diamond Vintage Look Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
Cut: Round Total Diamond Weight: 0.50 Carats Diamond Cut: Round Jewelry Setting: Prong Gender: Female
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19th Century American Baroque Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

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

Suzy Levian 14K Yellow Gold Round-Cut Sapphire and White Diamond Vintage Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
: 14k Gemstone Cut: Round Total Diamond Weight: Up to 0.10 Carats Jewelry Setting: Basket Diamond Cut
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19th Century American Early Victorian Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

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

Antique Edwardian Diamond, Pearl Bar Brooch (Early 20th Century)
Located in OVIEDO, AS
known as being in the Federation style. • Millegrain - A type of jewellery setting where the stone is
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Early 1900s European Edwardian Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Suzy Levian 14K Yellow Gold White Diamonds Pearl Vintage-Inspired Abstract Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
Karat: 14k Gemstone Cut: Round Total Diamond Weight: 0.10 Carats Jewelry Setting: Basket Diamond Cut
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19th Century American Baroque Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

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

Suzy Levian 14K Yellow Gold Oval-Cut Sapphire White Diamond Vintage Flower Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
: Round Jewelry Setting: Pave Gender: Female Ring Style: Pave, Anniversary, Cocktail-Cluster, Flower
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19th Century American Baroque Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

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

Edwardian Diamond Cufflinks in Platinum over 18 Karat Gold (Early 20th Century)
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Federation style. • Millegrain - A type of jewellery setting where the stone is held is held in position by
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Early 20th Century French Edwardian Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Platinum

Suzy Levian 14K Yellow Gold Round Pink Sapphire Diamond Vintage-Inspired Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
: 0.20 Carats Jewelry Setting: Pave Diamond Cut: Round Gender: Female Ring Style: Anniversary, Cocktail
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19th Century American Baroque Antique Jewelry Settings

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Pink Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Victorian Amethyst Brooch Pin Sterling Silver Filigree Setting
Located in Milford, DE
setting, accented with decorative motifs. Features brass fastening hardware on the back. A gorgeous
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Medusa Coin Ring18kt Gold Setting, Size 8.5
Located in Atlanta, GA
An authentic L. Plautius Plancus, Silver Denarius Coin (47 BC) ring. This Greek coin with Head of Medusa featured prominently has been set in a custom custom ring with a 18k gold and...
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15th Century and Earlier European Classical Greek Antique Jewelry Settings

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18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Georgian Enameled & Hand-Painted Portrait Brooch W/ 14 Karat Gold Setting
Located in New York, NY
This Georgian Enameled & Hand-Painted Portrait Pin W/ 14 Karat Gold Setting is a lovely piece
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Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Georgian Enameled & Hand-Painted Portrait Brooch  W/ 14 Karat Gold Setting
Georgian Enameled & Hand-Painted Portrait Brooch  W/ 14 Karat Gold Setting
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1860s Ruby with Diamonds on Replica Setting Ring
Located in New York, NY
approximately total of 0.80 carat and diamonds . (The setting is replica of 1860's).
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1860s American Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Renaissance Marriage Portrait Cameo in Gold Setting
Located in Chicago, IL
RENAISSANCE MARRIAGE PORTRAIT CAMEO IN MODERN GOLD SETTING Italy (?), 16th-17th century White agate
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16th Century Renaissance Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Agate, Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Brooch/Pendant Platinum Filigree Setting Set With Diamonds & Sapphires
Located in valatie, NY
Art Deco 3.75 Carat Diamond and Sapphire, Brooch/Pendant, in a Platinum Filigree Setting. The
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum

Victorian Art Nouveau Amethyst Pin Brooch in Vermeil Filigree Setting, 1920s
Located in Milford, DE
amethyst bezel set in a textured filigree vermeil setting. Amethyst diameter approx 2 cm
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Amethyst, Vermeil

Antique Diamond and 9 Carat Gold Star Setting Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
star setting measures 20pts. Size: U or 10 Width: 7.5mm Weight: 4.8g
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1880s British Victorian Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Victorian Red Garnet Pearl Gold Mourning Jewelry Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
luminous pearls. The setting is made of 18k yellow gold, enhancing the warm tones of the garnet and pearls
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1870s Victorian Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.11tcw Old European Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum Setting
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Platinum Setting
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Hobe Jeweled Clip
By Hobé Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
in varied cuts are set in typical Hobe setting in a marquise shaped clip. 1920's USA. Unsigned, Clip
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Sterling Silver, Brass

Victorian Gentleman's Shell Cameo Brooch, Gold Setting, U.K., Circa 1870's
Located in Chatham, CA
wore one on his wedding day) - gold filled setting with tube hinge and extra long pin with 'c' catch
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Gold-filled

1900s Crown 14 Karat Yellow Gold Setting Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The beautiful ring is finely crafetd in 14k yellow gold crown setting with one diamond as a center
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Early 1900s American Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian High Relief Lava Cameo Brooch with a Gold Filled Setting
Located in London, GB
Antique Victorian high relief lava cameo brooch with a gold filled setting. Measuring 4.3cm / 1.7
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Late 19th Century Antique Jewelry Settings

Victorian Diamond Ruby Sapphire Pendant Brooch 14K Gold & Silver
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
are original for the setting. The center genuine Earth mined Sapphire measures 15x10mm (3.24cts), the
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1890s Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver

1890s Victorian .91 Carat Diamond Gold Buttercup Setting Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Buttercup Setting with Bead Work along the Shank. Item Details: Ring Size: 8.25 Metal Type: 14 Karat
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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

White Diamond, 14k Gold

Renaissance Cameo Ring of Galba in a Modern Gold Setting
Located in Chicago, IL
Renaissance Cameo Of Galba (?) in Modern Gold Setting Europe, 17th (?) century Onyx and gold Weight
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17th Century European Renaissance Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Onyx, Gold

Old-Cut Cushion Diamond Engagement Ring in Handmade Platinum Setting
Located in NEW ORLEANS, LA
setting. Six old mine diamonds accent the ring's shank for added brilliance. DIAMOND DETAILS - Center
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Early 20th Century Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1.24CT Natural Oval Ruby Platinum Art Deco Setting with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
For those who adore vintage, this art deco cocktail ring is an absolute must-have. The natural oval ruby is truly a work of art, complemented by emerald cut diamonds on either side, ...
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19th Century American Art Deco Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Antique 3 Stone Diamond and Sapphire Ring, in Filigree Setting
Located in BALMAIN, NSW
14ct white gold (acid tested) 3 stone Diamond and synthetic Sapphire ring. Sapphire mill edge rub over set with 1 round brilliant cut Diamond square grain set each side with floral...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Modern Vintage Old Cut Diamond Ring in 14 Karat Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
masterpiece that pays homage to the Victorian era's exquisite jewellery design. This stunning ring showcases a
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19th Century Thai Victorian Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Edwardian 0.70 Ct. Diamond Toi et Moi Setting Ring in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
would make a pretty addition to your jewelry box and is perfect for everyday wear. Diamond Details
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

22 Karat Gold Round Garnet Ring
By Romae Jewelry
Located in Brooklyn, NY
set in an elegant bezel setting. It is available in sizes 4 - 10. Each piece of ROMAE jewelry is
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Onyx, Garnet, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold, Gold

22 Karat Gold Garnet Ring
By Romae Jewelry
Located in Brooklyn, NY
22 Karat Yellow Gold Rectangle Garnet Ring by ROMAE Jewelry - Inspired by Ancient Roman Designs
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Garnet, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

22 Karat Gold Garnet Pendant
By Romae Jewelry
Located in Brooklyn, NY
setting. Each piece of ROMAE jewelry is inspired by an ancient example, and is carefully designed and
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Greek Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Agate, Chalcedony, Onyx, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

22 Karat Gold Garnet Pendant
22 Karat Gold Garnet Pendant
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H 0.71 in W 0.83 in D 1.26 in
Fancy Yellow & White Diamond Ring 14K Gold Platinum 1.28 TDW Old Mine
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
diamonds bring more .18 carat to the total weight. All diamonds are original to the setting. The grand
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum

Antique Roman Intaglio in English Arts & Crafts 9 Karat Gold Setting
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This gem depicts a warrior with helmet and spear, a shield and a head. The intaglio is carved into a rather high oval carnelian. The mount is made out of 9 karat gold and impressed ...
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1880s Arts and Crafts Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, 9k Gold

Edwardian Old European Diamond Ring 1.00 cttw 18K White Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
diamonds totaling 1.00 carats. All diamonds are original to the setting. Center old mine diamond is .46
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Ring Flower 14K Gold Cocktail Vintage 4.07 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
surrounded 11 marquise diamonds in the flower setting = 1.98 carat of SI1 clarity and ranging from I to L
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 7 Diamond Cluster Ring with Scalloped Setting in 14k White Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
captivating centerpiece: a sparkling old European cut diamond, delicately set in a four-prong setting
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Early 19th Century Edwardian Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Amber Diamond Ring Elongated 14k White Gold and Sterling Silver Antique
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
a guard inside on the shank. The size with a guard is 7. All gems are original to the setting
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1890s Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Amber, Diamond, White Gold, Sterling Silver

Edwardian Era 20 Carat Old Euro Cut Diamond Bracelet in Platinum Setting
Located in Miami, FL
-engineered, flexible, bezel setting. This bracelet features expertly old cut diamonds that refract light
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Edwardian Old Mine Diamond Ring 2.06 cttw Platinum
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
(.03ct - to .30 cts). All diamonds are original to the setting. The diamonds grade from SI-1 to SI-2/I
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Early 20th Century Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Victorian Diamond Ceylon Sapphire Ring 14K Gold Antique Cocktail
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
setting and have never been replaced. The elongated top holds eight diamonds and two more diamonds are set
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1890s Late Victorian Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Diamond Pearl Bracelet 14K Gold & Silver Bangle 4.44 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
. All gemstones are original to the setting. The bracelet weighs 27.2 grams.
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1890s Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Georgian Emerald Diamond Opal Ring 14K Gold Antique, c.1820s
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
tested and guaranteed). All gemstones in this ring are original to the setting. The center genuine Earth
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19th Century Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Sapphire Ring Platinum Edwardian Antique C.1910s European Cut
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
gems. All gemstones in this ring are original to the setting. The top of the ring measures 33mm North
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1910s Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Antique Victorian Etruscan Revival jewellery set with garnets
Located in Braintree, GB
We are representing this Antique Victorian Etruscan Revival jewellery set, precisely designed from
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Mid-19th Century British Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Garnet

Victorian Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Star Setting Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
sparkle and are set in star settings. Diamond total 13pts. Ring Size: J 1/2 or 5 Band Width: 7mm
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1890s British Victorian Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Victorian Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Three-Stone Star Setting Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
lovely sparkle and are set in star settings. Fully hallmarked Birmingham 1893. Ring Size:M 1/2 or 6 1/2
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1890s British Victorian Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

2.50 Dollar Quarter Eagle US Gold Coin Pendant 14K Gold Bezel Setting 'Pre-1933'
Located in Miami, FL
. The pendant is made of solid 14K yellow gold and the coin is securely held in place by a bezel setting
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Early 20th Century North American Post-War Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

14k Gold

Antique Mother and Cherub Carved Cameo Gold Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
setting. Hand Carved in High Relief with exquisite detail. Set in a solid 18 Karat yellow Gold frame. An
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Early 20th Century Late Victorian Antique Jewelry Settings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ancient Roman agate intaglio of Pegasus in vintage high carat setting as a ring.
Located in Braintree, GB
Ancient Roman agate intaglio of Pegasus in vintage high carat setting as a ring. Intaglio made in
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15th Century and Earlier European Antique Jewelry Settings

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Antique Jewelry Settings For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of antique jewelry settings for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Platinum and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 18th Century to those produced as recently as the 20th Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of antique jewelry settings to choose from, but Victorian and Art Deco antique jewelry settings are of considerable interest. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Antinori Fine Jewels produced popular versions that are worth a look. Many pieces in our collection are stylish for most occasions, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 27, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. There are many old european cut, oval cut and round cut antique jewelry settings for sale. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of antique jewelry settings, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Antique Jewelry Settings?

Prices for antique jewelry settings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $463 and can go as high as $43,744, while antique jewelry settings, on average, fetch $6,000.
Questions About Antique Jewelry Settings
  • 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 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.
  • 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 identify an antique tea set, look for hallmarks on the bottoms of the pieces. Handwritten markings indicate a set produced prior to the 19th century. You can also research the pattern to get a rough idea of when the maker manufactured it. Shop a range of expertly vetted antique tea sets on 1stDibs.