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Eberhard Bank, Obsidian Sculpture / Carving of Mice on Calcite, Idar-Oberstein
By Eberhard Bank
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a great sample of the Idar- Oberstein, Germany carvings in precious stones, by Eberhard
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Mid-20th Century German Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Multi-gemstone

Necklace in chrome and galalith, Jakob Bengel, Idar-Oberstein, c. 1910/20
By Jakob Bengel
Located in Berlin, DE
Necklace in chrome and galalith, Jakob Bengel, Idar-Oberstein, c. 1910/20 Necklace of the famous
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Smoky Quartz &Agate Snail Lady Figurine Manfred Wild Emile Becker Idar-Oberstein
By Manfred Wild
Located in Gardena, CA
Smoky Quartz &Agate Snail lady figurine Manfred Wild emile becker Idar-Oberstein Smoky quartz
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20th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Carnelian

Heinz Postler Brazilian Opal Owl Carving, 1655 Carats, Idar-Oberstein
Located in Los Angeles, CA
famed Master Carver, Heinz Postler, in Idar-Oberstein, Germany. Collection worthy both due to the
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Opal

Georg O Wild Duck Carving, Multi Gemstone and 18 Karat Gold Feet, Idar-Oberstein
By Georg O. Wild
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful carving by the well Idar Oberstein artist Georg Wild. Made with multi gemstone and on top
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Mid-20th Century German Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Stone

10.20 Imperial Topaz Idar Oberstein-cut Cognac color 3.64cts. 18k Diamond Ring
Located in Birmingham, MI
DiMaggio features, an Idar- Oberstein commissioned, fancy cushion cut 10.02 carat Imperial Topaz. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Imperial Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hand carved pair of black druzy agate moon faces by Idar Oberstein masters.
By Glitter and Gold Studio
Located in Seattle, WA
moon faces were hand crafted by the master carvers at Hans Jakob Klein in Idar Oberstein, Germany, a
Category

2010s German Loose Gemstones

Materials

Agate, Druzy

18 Karat Hand Carved Agate Mermaid by Master Idar Oberstein Carver
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
18 Karat Oval Hand Carved Layered Agate Mermaid by Master Idar Obenstein Carverwith 18 Karat
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold

Diamond Clarity:(P1) Color:(G) Carats:0.78ct in Brilliant cut Idar-Oberstein
Located in Berlin, BE
Clarity: Graded as P1 (Pique 1), this diamond exhibits noticeable inclusions and imperfections visible to the naked eye, contributing to its unique character and charm. Color: With ...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

Diamond Clarity:(IF) Color:(D) Carats:0.993 in Brilliant cut Idar-Oberstein
Located in Berlin, BE
Clarity: Graded as Internally Flawless (IF), this diamond boasts flawless clarity, showcasing absolute transparency and brilliance with no internal imperfections. Color: With a colo...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

18K Lapis Star Pendant
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
18K lapis star pendant hand craved by master Idar Oberstein
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

18K Lapis Cressent Moon Pendant
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
18K hand carved by master Idar Oberstein lappis cressent moon pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

18K Aquamarine Lionshead Hand Carved
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
18K aquamarine hand carved lionshead pendant by master Idar Oberstein carver. 15mm
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Aquamarine, 18k Gold

18k Blue Tourmaline Owl Pendant
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
18K hand carved blue tourmaline owl pendant master Idar Oberstein gem carver
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold

parrot pink green tourmaline
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
Whimsical tourmaline inlaid parrot pendant handcarved by master gem carver in Idar Oberstein
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Necklace Enhancers

Materials

18k Gold

parrot pink green tourmaline
parrot pink green tourmaline
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W 1.25 in D 0.1 in Dm 1.25 in L 1.65 in
18 Karat Hand Carved Citrine Lionshead with Sapphire Bail
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
18 Karat Handcarved Citrine Lionshead with Sapphire bail by Idar Oberstein Carver. 20mm x 24mm
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Sapphire, 18k Gold

18 Karat Hand Carved Pink Tourmaline Lionshead with Pink Sapphire Bail
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
18 Karat Hand carved by Master Carver Idar Oberstein Pink Tourmaline Lionshead with Pink Sapphire
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2010s American Modern Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Tourmaline, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

Native American War Pony Pendant
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
18K handcarved by mastter Idar Oberstein carver reverse crystal native american war pony pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Crystal, 18k Gold

18 Karat Sapphire Reverse Crystal Carving of a Whale Family Pendant in 18 Karat
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
18 Karat Reverse Crystal Carved Pendant of a Whale Family with a Sapphire bail by Idar Oberstein
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Crystal, Sapphire, 18k Gold

18k Reverse Crystal W Lion Cub Pendant
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
Master Carver from Idar Oberstein 14mm round
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Crystal, 18k Gold

18k Zebra Reverse Crystal Pendant
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
Master Carver from Idar Oberstein 14mm round
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Crystal, 18k Gold

18k Monkey Reverse Crystal Pendant
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
Master Carver from Idar Oberstein 14mm round
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Crystal, 18k Gold

18k Revers Crystal Corgi Pendant
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
Master Carver from Idar Oberstein 14mm round
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Crystal, 18k Gold

Yellow Aagate Dog with Sapphire Bail
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
charming carving of a dog in agate with painted gold inlay. master carver from Idar Oberstein
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Agate, Sapphire, 18k Gold

18k Reverse Crystal Lion Cub Pendant
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
of pearl hand painted by Master Carver from Idar Oberstein 14mm round
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Crystal, 18k Gold

Rose Gold Cat Handpainted in Reverse Quartz Crystal
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
carved by Master Carver from Idar Oberstein 14mm round
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Contemporary Necklace Enhan...

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Rose Gold

18K Hand Painted Reverse Crystal Gorilla with Sapphire Bail
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
-pearl carved by master carver from Idar Oberstein 26mm round with .30carat sapphire bail
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Contemporary Necklace Enhan...

Materials

Crystal, Sapphire, 18k Gold

18K Hand Painted Springtime Butterfly Reverse Crystal wi Sapphire Bail
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
by master carverf rom Idar Oberstein with sapphire bail .30 carats 26mm round
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Crystal, Sapphire, 18k Gold

18k HandPainted Springtime Blue Butterfly Reverse Crystal pendant enhancer
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
-pearl carved by master carverf rom Idar Oberstein with sapphire bail .30 carats 26mm round
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Crystal, 18k Gold

18K Panther Cub Reverse Crystal Hand Painted Pendant w sapphire Bail
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
-pearl carved by master carver from Idar Oberstein 26mm round with .30c arat sapphire bail
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Contemporary Necklace Enhan...

Materials

Crystal, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

White Crystal Tiger Head Pendant
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
eyes, coral nose. Created by Master Idar-Oberstein carver. Set in 18 karat brushed gold with blue
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Coral, Crystal, Peridot, 18k Gold

White Crystal Tiger Head Pendant
White Crystal Tiger Head Pendant
W 0.87 in D 0.48 in L 0.83 in
Chalcedony Prudence Pendant
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
associated with wisdom and virtue. Carved by Idar Oberstein, master carver. Set in 18karat gold frame with
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21st Century and Contemporary German Early Victorian Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Chalcedony, 18k Gold

Chalcedony Prudence Pendant
Chalcedony Prudence Pendant
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Dm 1.15 in
Dragon Stone Blue Prayer Ring
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
18k gold claw and wing mysterious rare blue stone dragon ring hand carved by master carver in idar
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Bengelcollier red with bakelite balls, Art Deco, Germany 1920, Bakelite, Chrome
Located in Berlin, DE
from Idar-Oberstein, chrome elements with balls of red bakelite. Chain length: 42 cm D of the big
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Jakob Bengel necklace in chrome and bakelite, c. 1920
By Jakob Bengel
Located in Berlin, DE
manufacturer Jakob Bengel from Idar-Oberstein, chrome elements with red-transparent elements of bakelite
Category

Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Link Necklaces

Gemstone bowl - Amethyst, Germany 1960s/70s
Located in New York, NY
by Helmut Wolf (*1940 Idar Oberstein), German gemstone cutter and artist whose works were presented
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Vintage 1960s German Decorative Bowls

Materials

Amethyst

Gemstone bowl - Lapislazuli, Germany 1960s/70s
Located in New York, NY
By Helmut Wolf (*1940 Idar Oberstein), German gemstone cutter and artist whose works were presented
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Vintage 1960s German Decorative Bowls

Materials

Lapis Lazuli

Gemstone bowl - Rock Crystal, 1960s/70s
Located in New York, NY
By Helmut Wolf (*1940 Idar Oberstein), German gemstone cutter and artist whose works were presented
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Vintage 1960s German Decorative Bowls

Materials

Rock Crystal

Gemstone bowl - Rock Crystal, 1960s/70s
Gemstone bowl - Rock Crystal, 1960s/70s
H 7 in W 13.25 in D 10.75 in
Yellow gold and Precious Stones Necklace, Handmade and Unique 'one of a kind'
By Vaessen jeweler Holland
Located in Heerlen, NL
with Natural Peridots and Natural Fire Opals. Hand made and one of a kind. (Germany, Idar Oberstein
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2010s German Modernist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Peridot, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Red-Green Bi-Colour Tourmaline Flower
Located in Kirschweiler, DE
This lovely flower is handcarved (Idar-Oberstein, Germany) out of red-green Bi-Colour Tourmaline
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21st Century and Contemporary German Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Rubelite

Red-Green Bi-Colour Tourmaline Flower
Red-Green Bi-Colour Tourmaline Flower
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H 0.67 in W 1.38 in D 1.38 in
Red-Green Bi-Colour Tourmaline Flower, Big Size
Located in Kirschweiler, DE
This lovely flower is handcarved (Idar-Oberstein, Germany) out of red-green Bi-Colour Tourmaline
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21st Century and Contemporary German Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Rubelite, Tourmaline

Red-Green Bi-Colour Tourmaline Flower, Big Size
Red-Green Bi-Colour Tourmaline Flower, Big Size
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H 0.48 in W 2.05 in D 1.89 in
Collier in Chrome and Galalith by Jakob Bengel, around 1920/30
By Jakob Bengel
Located in Berlin, DE
manufacturer Jakob Bengel from Idar-Oberstein, black galalith elements on a chrome chain. The middle elements
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

18K Sappphire Jasper Tiger Head Pendant
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
This tiger has such a beautifully detailed face and is hand carved (by Master Idar-Oberstein carver
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21st Century and Contemporary German Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

18K Sappphire Jasper Tiger Head Pendant
18K Sappphire Jasper Tiger Head Pendant
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H 0.71 in W 0.71 in D 0.48 in
Small Bowl made of cut Gemstone by Helmut Wolf, 1960s/70s
Located in Greding, DE
Helmut Wolf (*1940 Idar Oberstein) is a German gemstone cutter and artist whose works have been
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Amethyst

Pearl Ruby Diamond Silver Gold Bird Shaped Dangle Earrings
Located in Berlin, DE
Bird design. Idar Oberstein ( Germany ). Pave Set with diamonds weighing circa 3,5 ct. The eyes
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20th Century Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Museum Series Green Tourmaline and Black Enamel Earrings by Andrew Glassford
By Andrew Glassford
Located in Dallas, TX
Brazilian Green Octagon cut tourmalines from the Golconda mines. These stones were cut in Idar-Oberstein
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Earrings

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold

"Mouse" Brooch
Located in Idar-Oberstein, RP
gemstones carvings. This unique brooch has been made in our own goldsmith workshop in Idar-Oberstein. 18ct
Category

Early 2000s German Modern Brooches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

"Mouse" Brooch
"Mouse" Brooch
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H 0.38 in W 1.04 in L 1.95 in
18K Sapphire Snow Leopard Pendant
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
petrifed palm (by Master Idar-Oberstein carver) with carnelian nose and painted crystal eyes. This lovely
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Carnelian, 18k Gold

18K Sapphire Snow Leopard Pendant
18K Sapphire Snow Leopard Pendant
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W 0.87 in D 0.4 in L 0.87 in
Old Signed Carved Nephrite Jade German / Russian Hippopotamus Figure
Located in Philadelphia, PA
carvers in Idar Oberstein (or possibly Russian in origin). The feet of the hippo have numbered
Category

20th Century Unknown Russian Empire Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Jade

Collier in Chrome and Galalith by Jakob Bengel, around 1920/30
By Jakob Bengel
Located in Berlin, DE
manufacturer Jakob Bengel from Idar-Oberstein, black disc-shaped galalith elements, interrupted by chrome balls
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Collier in Chrome and Galalith by Jakob Bengel, around 1920/30
Located in Berlin, DE
manufacturer Jakob Bengel from Idar-Oberstein, chrome elements with brown applications from brown galalith
Category

Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Chain Necklaces

"Mouse" 18ct gold brooch
Located in Idar-Oberstein, RP
gemstones carvings. This unique brooch has been made in our own goldsmith workshop in Idar-Oberstein. 18ct
Category

Early 2000s German Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

"Mouse" 18ct gold brooch
"Mouse" 18ct gold brooch
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W 1.82 in D 0.47 in L 2.71 in
18k Gold/ 6.80ct. Fine Tanzanite Oval/ Tsavorite Garnet 0.50ct/ Diamonds 2.24cts
Located in Birmingham, MI
A spectacular oval Tanzanite weighing 6.80 carats, cut in Idar- Oberstein Germany, sets
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Tanzanite, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bauhaus Collier in Chrome and Galalith by Jakob Bengel, around 1920/30
By Jakob Bengel
Located in Berlin, DE
jewelry manufacturer Jakob Bengel from Idar-Oberstein, chrome elements with plastic. Here, various
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Bauhaus Collier in Chrome and Galalith by Jakob Bengel, around 1920/30
By Jakob Bengel
Located in Berlin, DE
jewellery manufacturer Jakob Bengel from Idar-Oberstein, chrome elements with plastic. Here, various
Category

Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Link Necklaces

"Young Foal" 18ct Gold & Diamond Horse Brooch
Located in Idar-Oberstein, RP
gemstones carvings. This unique brooch has been made in our own goldsmith workshop in Idar-Oberstein. 18ct
Category

Early 2000s German Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

"Young Foal" 18ct Gold & Diamond Horse Brooch
"Young Foal" 18ct Gold & Diamond Horse Brooch
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W 1.73 in D 0.2 in L 2.13 in
Ruby Turtle Brooch
Located in Idar-Oberstein, RP
gemstones carvings. This unique brooch has been made in our own goldsmith workshop in Idar-Oberstein. 18ct
Category

Early 2000s German Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Ruby Turtle Brooch
Ruby Turtle Brooch
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W 2.29 in D 0.96 in L 2.46 in
44.84 carat druzy agate, 6.13 carat rhodolite garnet, and 14k rose gold necklace
By Glitter and Gold Studio
Located in Seattle, WA
black spinel and garnet bead strands (also cut in Idar Oberstein) enhance the dark elegance of the black
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Garnet, Rhodolite, Druzy, Rose Gold

8.11 Carat Rubellite, Yellow Beryl, Diamond, Sapphire and Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Woodstock, GA
-millimeter yellow beryl pears from Idar Oberstein, Germany. They also feature 1.3 carats of specially cut 7
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2010s American Modern Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Sapphire, Beryl, Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Rubelite, Pink Sapphire, Yello...

"Tsavorite Lizard" 18ct gold brooch
Located in Idar-Oberstein, RP
gemstones carvings. This unique brooch has been made in our own goldsmith workshop in Idar-Oberstein. The
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Early 2000s German Modern Brooches

Materials

Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold

"Tsavorite Lizard" 18ct gold brooch
"Tsavorite Lizard" 18ct gold brooch
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W 1.35 in D 0.27 in L 2.44 in
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Idar Oberstein For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact idar oberstein you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of gold, 14k gold and rose gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 39 antique edition and 71 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect idar oberstein may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A idar oberstein from Diane Griswold Johnston, Jakob Bengel and Polya Medvedeva Jewellery — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A idar oberstein of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring opal, from our inventory of 1, is particularly popular. An oval cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also cabochon and mixed cut versions for sale. Most of our idar oberstein for sale are for women, but there are 51 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Idar Oberstein?

The price for a idar oberstein starts at $304 and tops out at $132,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $6,500.