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Art Deco Jewelry Cabinet, after Ruhlmann
Located in Bridgewater, CT
A French Art Deco jewelry cabinet after Jacques-Émile Ruhlmann.
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20th Century French Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Mahogany

Vintage Art Deco Jewelry Cabinet, after Ruhlmann
Art Deco Jewelry Cabinet, after Ruhlmann
H 43.5 in W 18.5 in D 11.5 in
Italian Art Deco Jewelry box, 1930s
Located in Meda, MB
This Art Deco jewelry box is really a gem and was produced in Italy in the 1930s. It is completely
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1930s Italian Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Brass

Vintage Italian Art Deco Jewelry box, 1930s
Italian Art Deco Jewelry box, 1930s
H 2.37 in W 9.45 in D 5.52 in
Unique Art Deco Jewelry Box Covered with Velvet
Located in Berlin, DE
Art Deco jewelry box Covered with velvet Bird's-eye maple on solid wood Brass fittings (T-SAM-51)
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20th Century Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Wood

Vintage Unique Art Deco Jewelry Box Covered with Velvet
Unique Art Deco Jewelry Box Covered with Velvet
H 16.54 in W 13.78 in D 10.24 in
Art Deco Jewelry - Sylvie Raulet - New York, 1989
Located in London, GB
in the realm of exquisite, opulent but also rigorously geometrical Art Deco jewellery. Pieces
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1980s Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Paper

Vintage Art Deco Jewelry - Sylvie Raulet - New York, 1989
Art Deco Jewelry - Sylvie Raulet - New York, 1989
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H 13 in W 9.85 in D 1.58 in
Art Deco Jewellery 1920-1949 - Melissa Gabardi - 1st edition, 1989
Located in London, GB
tome brimmed with Art Deco fine jewellery pieces, a true feast for the eyes of the collectors. This
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1980s Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Paper

An important Art Deco Jewellery Box on Legs in burlwood, France, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
Important and precious French Art Deco jewelry box on legs, circa 1930s. Superb quality, Exotic
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20th Century French Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Brass

Rare Hard Cover Art Deco Jewelry Book from Rizzoli by Sylvie Raulet c 1984
By Rizzoli
Located in University City, MO
century art deco jewelry and accessories The 329 page book features exquisite art deco designs from
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1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

Art Deco Jewelry Boxes, 1930's
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Czechoslovakia - Made of wood, veneer - Good, original condition.
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1930s Czech Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Wood

Vintage Art Deco Jewelry Boxes, 1930's
Art Deco Jewelry Boxes, 1930's
H 3.94 in W 11.03 in D 8.67 in
Art Deco Jewelry Trinket in Bronze and Ceramic, BL, 1930s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Small unusual jewelry trinket with bronze lid set with a ceramic relief panel of a green parrot
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1930s Danish Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Bronze

Art Deco Modernist Silver Plated and Green Glass Earrings, circa 1930
Located in Westward ho, GB
Beautiful piece of Art Deco jewellery dating to the 1930's. As one of the leading manufacturers of
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Other, Silver Plate

Jean Despres Silver o.925 Art Deco Brooch
By Jean Despres
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Jean Despres was a French jewelry maker and designer best known for his intricate Art Deco jewelry
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1930s French Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Sterling Silver

Jean Despres Silver o.925 Art Deco Brooch
Jean Despres Silver o.925 Art Deco Brooch
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H 0.2 in W 2.37 in D 1.38 in
Art Deco Goliath and Chrome Necklace, C1930
Located in Westward ho, GB
for day or evening wear. All of our Art Deco jewellery and watches are sent out in gift / presentation
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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

Art Deco Goliath and Chrome Necklace, C1930
Art Deco Goliath and Chrome Necklace, C1930
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H 2.37 in L 18.12 in
French Art Deco Box Black Lacquer Carved Jade Stone, 1930
Located in Paris, IDF
Unique French Art Deco Jewellery box from the 1930s. This black lacquered wood box features a
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1930s French Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Jade

1940s European diamond and pearl choker
Located in London, GB
This 1940s European choker is a beautiful example of Art Deco jewellery. The choker has
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1940s French Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

1940s European diamond and pearl choker
1940s European diamond and pearl choker
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W 1.89 in L 15.75 in
French 1930s onyx and diamond platinum bangle
Located in London, GB
of Art Deco jewellery, it is still highly wearable today.
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1930s French Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Art Deco Bakelite and Chrome Necklace, C1930
Located in Westward ho, GB
from any damage of discolouration. Perfect piece for day or evening wear. All of our Art Deco jewellery
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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Silver Plate

Art Deco Bakelite and Chrome Necklace, C1930
Art Deco Bakelite and Chrome Necklace, C1930
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H 2.37 in L 18.12 in
Art Deco Nickle Plated & Coloured Glass Stone Ladies Brooch
Located in Westward ho, GB
or evening wear. Sourced In Germany but we believe it's French in origin. All our Art Deco jewellery
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Other

Art Deco Nickle Plated & Coloured Glass Stone Ladies Brooch
Art Deco Nickle Plated & Coloured Glass Stone Ladies Brooch
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H 2.76 in W 1.58 in D 0.4 in
Art Deco Style Modernist Silver Plated and Enamel Necklace
Located in Westward ho, GB
plated, the chain is chrome plated. All our Art Deco jewellery and watches are sent out in gift
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Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Silver Plate, Base Metal, Enamel

Art Deco Style Modernist Silver Plated and Enamel Necklace
Art Deco Style Modernist Silver Plated and Enamel Necklace
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H 3.15 in W 1.97 in Dm 18.12 in
Art Deco 89 Silver Tone Three Circles Brooch with Black and Clear Rhinestones
By Art Deco 89
Located in London, GB
Art Deco jewellery. The jewellery was sold in high end American stores. Because the company lasted for
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Late 20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

1930s Art Deco Modernist Necklace by Jakob Bengel
By Jakob Bengel
Located in Westward ho, GB
Fabulously stylish Art Deco necklace by the German Jewellery designer Jakob Bengel. Dating to the
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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Base Metal

1930s Art Deco Modernist Necklace by Jakob Bengel
1930s Art Deco Modernist Necklace by Jakob Bengel
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H 3.15 in W 1.97 in Dm 15.75 in
Art Deco Superbly Stylish Geometric Modernist Ladies Panel Bracelet
Located in Westward ho, GB
A real Art Deco classic and very high quality ladies Art Deco Modernist bracelet. Features a red
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Silver Plate, Other

Art Deco Eygptian Revival Lapis and Turquoise Cocktail Ring
Located in Riverdale, NY
. This is Egyptian Revival ring is featured in several Art Deco jewelry books but is unattributed
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1930s American Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, 14k Gold

1930s Art Deco 18 Karat Yellow Gold Sapphires Diamond Garter Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
: The antique garter ring is a great classic of art deco jewelry and has not aged a bit!
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1930s French Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...

Art Deco Geometric Modernist Ladies Necklace, circa 1930s
Located in Westward ho, GB
back plate. One of the leading manufacturers of Art Deco jewellery was Europe all produced in the 20's
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Other, Silver Plate

Art Deco Geometric Modernist Ladies Necklace, circa 1930s
Art Deco Geometric Modernist Ladies Necklace, circa 1930s
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H 2.76 in W 2.37 in L 17.72 in
Art Deco Style Diamond Ring Trillion Cut 14 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
building in New York City! Art Deco jewelry is stylish and fun. Jewelry, like other areas of fashion
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Italian 18kt Yellow and White Gold Earrings with Diamonds
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
and quality. Yellow and white gold are often combined in Art Deco jewelry to create striking contrasts
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1930s Italian Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Ladies Modernist Statement Necklace, c1940's
Located in Westward ho, GB
4.5 cm and depth 2 cm. All our Art Deco jewellery and watches are sent out in gift / presentation
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

Art Deco Ladies Modernist Statement Necklace, c1940's
Art Deco Ladies Modernist Statement Necklace, c1940's
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H 2.37 in W 1.58 in L 19.3 in
Vintage Diamond and Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
dress ring; part of our diverse range of Art Deco jewelry/jewelry. This fine and impressive antique
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1940s German Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Lacloche Frères Important Art Deco Burma Ruby Diamond Earrings and Clip Brooches
By Lacloche Freres
Located in Dallas, TX
and one-of-a-kind Art Deco creation from the famed historic jewelry house Lacloche Freres - Equipped
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1930s French Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Cartier Vintage Diamond Brooch / Pendant on a Gold Collar
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
, this piece is a coveted treasure. Notably featured in the Art Deco Jewellery Exhibition Catalogue, it
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 14kt/Platinum and Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
excellent example of glamorous Art Deco jewelry and would be a wonderful addition to any collection! The
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum, Mixed Metal

Cartier Art Deco Lapis, Enamel and Pearl Bracelet, Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
craftsmanship of Cartier Art Deco jewellery. Signed 'CARTIER' '14K' 'DCC' to the reversed polished side of the
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1930s Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Bakelite Necklace By Jacob Bengel, c1930
By Jacob Bengel
Located in Westward ho, GB
. One of the leading manufacturers of Art Deco jewellery, the company produced in the 1920's and 1930's
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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Silver Plate

Art Deco Bakelite Necklace By Jacob Bengel, c1930
Art Deco Bakelite Necklace By Jacob Bengel, c1930
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H 0.79 in L 16.15 in
Art Deco Diamond Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
in excellent condition. Remark: "Art Deco jewelry sets the stage for every style in jewelry that
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1930s American Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Diamond, Palladium

Art Deco 18 karat Yellow and White Gold Ring with Diamonds
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Art Deco 18kt Yellow and White Gold Ring with Diamonds is a stunning piece of jewelry that
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1930s French Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

1930s Silver & Peking Glass Art Deco 4 Piece Jewellery Set With Rock Crystals
Located in London, GB
prominent in Art Deco jewellery. The bracelet and earrings are set in real silver which may be 600 to 800
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1930s German Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Silver

Art Deco Blackened Steel Coral Diamond Set, circa 1930s
Located in New York, NY
jewelry set, a true masterpiece of elegance and sophistication. Crafted in the midst of the Art Deco era
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Coral, Diamond, Steel

Art Deco Bakelite Necklace By Jacob Bengel, c1930
By Jacob Bengel
Located in Westward ho, GB
. One of the leading manufacturers of Art Deco jewellery, the company produced in the 1920's and 1930's
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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Silver Plate

Art Deco Bakelite Necklace By Jacob Bengel, c1930
Art Deco Bakelite Necklace By Jacob Bengel, c1930
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H 0.79 in L 16.93 in
Art Deco 1930s Oval Diamond Filigree 18k White Gold Brooch
Located in Pamplona, Navarra
, everything about this brooch is what Art Deco jewelry is known. The brooch features 43 old European cut
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique 7.10 Carat Diamond and Platinum Art Deco Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
antique Art Deco jewelry/jewelry collection. This stunning and authentic 1930s Art Deco diamond brooch
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Diamond, Platinum

Antique 7.10 Carat Diamond and Platinum Art Deco Brooch
Antique 7.10 Carat Diamond and Platinum Art Deco Brooch
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H 0.24 in W 1.07 in L 1.86 in
Antique Art Deco Emerald and 1.29 Carat Diamond Platinum Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of Art Deco jewelry / estate jewelry
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Antique Art Deco Emerald and 1.29 Carat Diamond Platinum Brooch
Antique Art Deco Emerald and 1.29 Carat Diamond Platinum Brooch
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H 0.14 in W 0.26 in L 1.88 in
Platinum & Diamond Ring Set With Australian Type Yellow Sapphire
Located in Brisbane, QLD
seen in period pieces of Art Deco jewellery. A beautifully crafted ring which features a beautifully
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20th Century Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum

1970s Guillemette L’Hoir Paris Bakelite Sculptural Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
a popular material for Art Deco jewelry as it was easy to manipulate and perfect for mass production
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1970s French Artist Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

Art Deco Oval Diamond Sapphire Platinum Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Pamplona, Navarra
, antique diamonds and sapphires, everything about this brooch is what Art Deco jewelry is known. The
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 1930s Oval Diamond Sapphire Filigree Platinum Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Pamplona, Navarra
, antique diamonds and sapphires, everything about this brooch is what Art Deco jewelry is known. The
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

1930s Antique Art Deco 3.67 Carat Diamond and Platinum Floral Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Gerald Licht and Bruce Morrison, and became a name synonymous with Art Deco jewellery. Currently
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Diamond, Platinum

Antique Art Deco 14 Ct Rose Gold and 14Ct Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diverse Art Deco jewellery and estate jewelry collections This stunning, fine and impressive rose and
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco 14 Ct Rose Gold and 14Ct Yellow Gold Bracelet
Antique Art Deco 14 Ct Rose Gold and 14Ct Yellow Gold Bracelet
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H 0.16 in W 0.98 in L 7.64 in
Ostertag Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Brooch
By Ostertag
Located in Riverdale, NY
" x 1.75" Acknowledged as one of the best makers of Art Deco jewellery and famously associated with
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1930s French Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Retro Ribbon And Bow 18ct Gold Brooch With Diamonds
Located in Dubai, DU
saw gold return to fashion, as the platinum that defined the previous decade’s Art Deco jewellery was
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1950s Portuguese Retro Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Diamond, 18k Gold

1970s Guillemette L’Hoir Paris Leafy Galalith Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
material for Art Deco jewelry as it was easy to manipulate and perfect for mass production. The master of
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1970s French Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

1950s Vintage Art Deco Style Rose Gold and Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diverse Art Deco jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive Art Deco
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1950s Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Ladies Modernist Bracelet by Jacob Bengel, circa 1930
By Jacob Bengel
Located in Westward ho, GB
. One of the leading manufacturers of Art Deco jewellery, the company produced in the 1920's and 1930's
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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Enamel, Mixed Metal

Rare Art Deco Inlaid Black Opal Pendant Necklace Woman Flower 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
A MASTERPIECE OF ART DECO JEWELRY DESIGN. CREATING INLAID OPAL JEWELS REQUIRES AN EXTRAORDINARY
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Opal, Black Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Shreve & Co. Vintage Scarab Cufflinks with Turquoise in 14k Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
. The scarab motif, a popular design element in Art Deco jewelry, adds a touch of historical intrigue to
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1970s Guillemette L’Hoir Paris Galalith Collar Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
French Bakelite), was a popular material for Art Deco jewelry as it was easy to manipulate and perfect
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1970s French Artist Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

Egyptian Revival Pietra Dura Pharoah Ring 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
style, the Egyptian Revival jewelry during the Art Deco era is the most lavish and magnificent. The top
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Gold, 14k Gold

Art Deco Bracelet by Jacob Bengel, Circa 1930
By Jacob Bengel
Located in Westward ho, GB
leading manufacturers of Art Deco jewellery, the company produced in the 1920's and 1930's very innovative
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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Mixed Metal, Enamel

Art Deco Bracelet by Jacob Bengel, Circa 1930
Art Deco Bracelet by Jacob Bengel, Circa 1930
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W 0.79 in L 6.7 in
1940s Art Deco Diamond and 18K Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
pendant; part of our diverse vintage jewelry collections. This fine and impressive vintage Art Deco
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1940s Unknown Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940s Art Deco Diamond and 18K Yellow Gold Pendant
1940s Art Deco Diamond and 18K Yellow Gold Pendant
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W 0.32 in D 18 in L 0.98 in
Cartier carved rock crystal “Door Knocker” earrings circa 1970
By Cartier
Located in Malmö, SE
appearance was one of the reasons it became a favorite for the monochrome Art Deco jewelry of Cartier, Van
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1970s French Modern Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Crystal, Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Gold Coral Dangle Earrings
Located in Rotterdam, NL
of the Art Deco jewelry design. The *coral earrings are in very good condition. Tested as 14k gold
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Art Deco Vintage Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact piece of art deco vintage jewelry you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Platinum and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 1996 antique edition and 134 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect item from our selection of art deco vintage jewelry among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. A choice in our collection of art deco vintage jewelry from Diamonds Mine, Cartier and Tiffany & Co. — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. An object in our assortment of art deco vintage jewelry can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 994, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also old european cut cut and oval cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an option in this array of art deco vintage jewelry, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Art Deco Vintage Jewelry?

The price for a piece of art deco vintage jewelry starts at $110 and tops out at $142,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $2,295.

A Close Look at art-deco Jewelry

Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.

The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.

However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)

While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.

Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.

A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.

Find unique Art Deco necklaces, earrings, bracelets and other jewelry on 1stDibs.

Questions About Art Deco Vintage Jewelry
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Art Deco jewelry was popular during the design movement of the 1920s and 30s. Art Deco jewelry is typically characterized by geometric patterns and gemstones of contrasting colors.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Yes, some Art Deco jewelry is valuable. Jewelry from the 1920s and ’30s has remained consistently popular. It experienced a major revival in the 1960s, and even today, jewelry makers continue to be inspired by the period. As a result, demand for Art Deco jewelry is typically high, but the actual value of a piece depends on its style, maker, age and condition. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can help you determine how much your jewelry is worth. Explore a large selection of Art Deco jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    There are many differences between Edwardian and Art Deco jewelry. Antique Edwardian jewelry is named for King Edward VII of Great Britain, who ruled from 1901 until 1910, while the Art Deco period emerged later. Jewelry created in the Art Deco style was made during the 1920s and ’30s. During the Edwardian era, pearls were more valuable than diamonds, and jewelry was all about the exquisite diamond, platinum and pearl creations made by such famous names as Cartier and Boucheron. Cartier also created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined Art Deco, an era that saw designers drawing on Egyptian adornment and African art, and accessories featuring jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. Shop antique Art Deco and Edwardian jewelry on 1stDibs.