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Spanish Colonial Bolivia 1600's Eight Reales Coin Diamonds 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A large silver "8 reales" coin minted at the Potosi mine in Colonial Bolivia in the 1600's displays
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

1600's Venice Silver Lion of St Marks Coin Diamonds 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic silver "1/4 Ducato" coin from Venice depicting the Venetian Lion of St Mark is set within a "wire and jawan" handmade 18K gold with 4 accent 1.8mm VS1 diamonds setting ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Banner Box, in Period 1600s Walnut in Patina
Located in Cesena, FC
Banner box from the1600s of rectangular shape, resting on rounded feet. The lower band is ornately carved and notched on three sides; on the front a fine modular motif. Splendid ...
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Antique 17th Century Italian Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Walnut

Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry Pink Tourmaline 22k Gold Oval Pendant
By Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
worn alone or layered with other necklaces. Discovered in the late 1600’s by Dutch traders off the
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

22k Gold

Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry 3.75 carat Tourmaline Trio Gold Ring
By Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
in the late 1600’s by Dutch traders off the West Coast of Italy. They are found in an unmatched array
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2010s Asian Artisan Cluster Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, 22k Gold

Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry 3.52 carat Pink Tourmaline Gold Ring
By Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wisdom and enhance one’s willpower. Discovered in the late 1600’s by Dutch traders off the West Coast of
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2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, 22k Gold

Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry 3.52 carat Hot Pink Tourmaline Gold Ring
By Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
willpower. Discovered in the late 1600’s by Dutch traders off the West Coast of Italy, tourmalines are found
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2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, 22k Gold, Gold

Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry 8.88 carat Multi-color Tourmaline Gold Earrings
By Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. Discovered in the late 1600’s by Dutch traders off the West Coast of Italy, tourmalines are found in an
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Tourmaline, 22k Gold

Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry 7.60 carat Tourmaline Diamond Floral Gold Ring
By Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
workshop in Jaipur, by hand. Size 7 The ring can be re-sized. Discovered in the late 1600’s by Dutch
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2010s North American Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 22k Gold

Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry 3.84 carat Rubellite Tourmaline Diamond Gold Ring
By Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
in the late 1600’s by Dutch traders off the West Coast of Italy, tourmalines are found in an
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2010s American Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

1600s-1700s Eastern Ball Headed Club
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
earn your business. Whether you desire assistance with a jewelry purchase, choosing a gift
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Antique 1650s American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Wood

1600s-1700s Eastern Ball Headed Club
1600s-1700s Eastern Ball Headed Club
H 23.25 in W 4 in D 4 in
Atocha Shipwreck 8 Reale Grade 2 Potosi Mint Coin and Gold Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
equivalent to one month’s pay for a sailor in the 1600’s. Atocha Coin - Grade: Grade 2 - Denomination: 8
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Antique Early 17th Century Peruvian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Silver

Atocha Shipwreck 8 Reale Grade 3 Potosi Mint Coin and Gold Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
silver coin was approximately equivalent to one month’s pay for a sailor in the 1600’s. Atocha Coin
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Antique Early 17th Century Peruvian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Silver

Atocha Shipwreck 8 Reale Grade 1 Assayer Q Coin and Gold Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
sailor in the 1600’s. Atocha Coin - Grade: Grade 1 - Denomination: 8 Reale - Reign: King Philip III of
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Antique Early 17th Century Peruvian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Silver

Atocha Shipwreck 8 Reale Grade 1 Coin and Gold Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
approximately equivalent to one month’s pay for a sailor in the 1600’s. Atocha Coin - Grade: Grade 1
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Antique Early 17th Century South American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Silver

Atocha Shipwreck 8 Reale Grade 3 Potosi Mint Coin and Gold Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
for a sailor in the 1600’s. Atocha Coin - Coin #: 85A-145346 - Grade: Grade 3 - Denomination: 8 Reale
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Antique Early 17th Century Peruvian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Gold

Atocha Shipwreck 4 Reale Grade 2 Mexico Mint Coin and Gold Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
Original Atocha Coin 4 Reale Grade 2 Mexico Mint Unmounted #85A-159726. Complete with the original Mel Fisher signed certificate from Treasure Salvors INC. 4 Reale Denomination gro...
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Antique Early 17th Century Mexican Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Silver

Atocha Shipwreck 4 Reale Grade 2 Potosi Mint Coin and 14K Gold Bezel Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
Original Atocha Shipwreck coin grade 2 Potosi mint 4 Reale Assayer "Q" Philip. Complete with the original Treasure Salvors INC. certification. Signed by Mel Fisher. Fixed on a 14k so...
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Antique Early 17th Century South American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Silver, 14k Gold

Antique 17th Century 22K Gold “My Vertuous Choice Makes Me Rejoyce” Posy Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
15th century to the 18th century (1400s to 1700s), with this example likely dating to the 1600s. Posy
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Antique 17th Century Jacobean Band Rings

Materials

22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Beautiful Ring in 18K Rose Gold and Aquamarines
By Pradera Irama
Located in Bilbao, ES
the GIA in NY, she has worked for main auction houses in Jewelry department in Christie´s in NY
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Blue Topaz, Diamond, Aquamarine, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Bracelet in 18K Rose Gold, Diamonds and Aquamarine
By Pradera Irama
Located in Bilbao, ES
approx. ALSO AVAILABLE Yellow Gold 18Kt. 15 emmeralds 0.51ct. Weight 3.22gr. 1600€ / $1650 approx. ALSO
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Topaz, Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Ring in 18K Rose Gold Diamonds and Blue Topaz
By Pradera Irama
Located in Bilbao, ES
has worked for main auction houses in Jewelry department in Christie´s in NY, and in Real State and
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Blue Topaz, Topaz, Brown Diamond, Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Stainless Datejust Original Blue Dial Gilt Marker & Hands Circa 1960 /70's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1600 METAL / MATERIAL
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Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

(Big ring)Ametrine Ring(12.79cts) sterling silver on 18K Gold Plated.
Located in Bangkok, TH
) ornamento jewellery Ametrine history and Lore The world’s only commercial source of ametrine is the Anahi
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20th Century Asian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Amethyst, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Silver, Gold Plate

Ametrine Ring 4.50ct , white zircon 18K gold plated on over sterling silver
Located in Bangkok, TH
not upper size. take up 7 days before ship. Search ( seller, storefront ) Ornamento jewellery
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Zircon, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Georgian Rococo Red Paste Stone 9 KT Gold Bow Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
older, sometime between the mid 1600 to 1650 circa The French Rococo theme began to take hold in the
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Antique Late 17th Century Italian Georgian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gold, 10k Gold

Tiffany Rolex Geneve Yellow Gold Ladies Wristwatch
By Rolex for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1970's Rolex Geneve ladies wristwatch. Hand textured solid 14k yellow gold band. Tiffany
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Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Renaissance Revival Garnet Pearl Gold Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
the 1500s – early 1600s. The necklace is crafted in 14K gold and embellished with garnets and pearls
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Antique Late 19th Century Renaissance Revival Drop Necklaces

Materials

Garnet

Bautte & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Keywind Pendant Pocket Watch
Located in Long Beach, CA
Yellow Gold CIRCA: 1850's DIMENSIONS: Diameter 32mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 10 Jewels
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Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Pocket Watches

Ametrine Pair 15x10 20.25ct
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Spanish conquistador discovered the mine’s location in the 1600s and introduced the gem to Europeans when
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2010s Bolivian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine

Ametrine Pair 20x10 23.47ct
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Spanish conquistador discovered the mine’s location in the 1600s and introduced the gem to Europeans when
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2010s Bolivian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine

Rolex Stainless Steel Vintage Datejust with Custom Orange Dial, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1600
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Yellow Gold Flat-Curb Link Bracelet
By BALESTRA
Located in Palm Desert, CA
back to the 1600s. The bracelet has a gold weight of 14.2 grams.
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Vintage 1980s Retro Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

ANTIQUE 19th CENTURY GOLDSTONE CROSS
Located in New York, NY
the 1600s; it's not actually a stone at all, but a type of glittering glass produced in a low-oxygen
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

ANTIQUE 19th CENTURY GOLDSTONE CROSS
ANTIQUE 19th CENTURY GOLDSTONE CROSS
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W 0.79 in L 1.38 in
Georgian Ruby & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Southbury, CT
was popular throughout the 1600s and 1700s. But old stones were also used in newer jewelry, like what
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Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Tudor Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Diamond, Silver, 15k Gold

18 Karat Italian Diamond Bead Bracelet
By BALESTRA
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Balestra family dynasty dates back to the 1600s.
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Retro Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Steel Datejust with Original Dial and Charcoal Finish, 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1600 METAL / MATERIAL
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Late Renaissance Octagonal Gilded Brass Reliquary Pendant with Velvet Interior
Located in Chicago, IL
OCTAGONAL RELIQUARY PENDANT Probably Italy, c. 1600 Fire-gilded brass, glass, velvet, ink on paper
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Antique Early 1600s Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Brass

A.Jeschel Dramatic hammered Ametrine plates necklace.
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
conquistador discovered the ametrine mine in the 1600s when he received the land after marrying a native
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Diamond Pave Honeycomb Demi Parure Suite
Located in New York, NY
in the late 1600s, experiencing a resurgence during Napoleon's reign. Napoleon commissioned
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Gold English "Posy" Band Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
, knight). Also inside the hoop is a punch in shield form with a capital letter “S." probably a maker’s
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Antique 17th Century English Band Rings

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold

Hunter Pocket Watch, Elaborately Painted Enamel, The Dial Marked Omega
Located in London, GB
periods for enamel pocket watches: the first quarter of the 1600s and the two decades from 1800 to 1820
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Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Renaissance Pocket Watches

Materials

Pearl, Enamel

Elizabeth Gage Gold Doubloon Earrings
By Elizabeth Gage
Located in Litchfield, CT
condition. Remark: "Elizabeth Gage jewelry has an original style. Authenticity is at the core of chic, cool
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1990s English Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Elizabeth Gage Gold Doubloon Earrings
Elizabeth Gage Gold Doubloon Earrings
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19th Century Samson Paris Porcelain Trinket Box
By Samson & Cie
Located in Dallas, TX
specialized in reproducing antiques from the 1600 and 1700s. One of his most interesting works was his
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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Ormolu

Antique Hand Engraved Sterling Silver Contoured Snuff Tobacco Box
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Particularly popular from the mid 1600s to the mid 1800s, fashionable snuff boxes were considered a
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Antique Early 19th Century British Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sterling Silver

Portrait of a Lady in an Elaborate Ruff & Lace Coif c.1610-20, Dutch Old Master
Located in London, GB
part of the 1600’s. The artist has rendered this portrait with meticulous attention to detail and the
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17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Portrait of a Lady Diana Cecil, Countess of Elgin c.1638, Manor House Provenance
Located in London, GB
1630’s. The simplicity of the ensemble is reinforced by the absence of lace on either the collar or
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17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Portrait of Lady Anne Tipping née Cheke c.1705, English Aristocratic Collection
By Kneller Godfrey
Located in London, GB
to commission a notable artist. Portrayed without the use of excessive props and jewellery, the
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18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Portrait of Gentleman, Thomas Bruce, Earl of Elgin c.1638 Manor House Provenance
Located in London, GB
1630’s. The simplicity of the ensemble is reinforced by the absence of lace on either the collar or
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17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

A Cartoon Fish Brooch in Gold, Ruby and Wood
Located in London, GB
circa 1950's Price: $1600
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Elizabeth Gage Ancient Coin and Aquamarine Cabochon Brooch in 18K with Box
By Elizabeth Gage
Located in Vienna, VA
back in the 1600s. The front of the coin is a head of a goddess and the back of the coin consists of a
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Aquamarine, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Ring by Hans Mautner in 18 Carat Gold with Cabochon Burma Ruby, London 1954.
Located in London, GB
Mautner was a well known Jewellery Designer in London in the 1950-60 period. Ring size P (large) 1950's
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Vintage 1950s British Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold

Tiffany Pink Tourmaline Ring Sterling Silver
Located in Barnsley, GB
traders off the West Coast of Italy in the late 1600's or early 1700's. At the time, these green
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Sterling Silver

Vintage Rolex King Midas Cellini Reference 4017-8 in 18 Karat White Case, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970's (Early) Vintage Rolex Cellini King Midas Ref. 4017-8 18k White Gold watch with Blue Dial
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Pink Tourmaline Diamond Ring 18k Rose Gold
Located in Barnsley, GB
Dutch traders off the West Coast of Italy in the late 1600's or early 1700's. At the time, these green
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

VL Cepher Green Tourmaline 18K Rose Gold Diamond Halo Arris Large Ring
By VL Cepher
Located in New Rochelle, NY
bright-white sparkle. Discovered off the west coast of Italy somewhere between the late 1600s or early
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Rose Gold

Red Tourmaline Diamond Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Barnsley, GB
was first discovered by Dutch traders off the West Coast of Italy in the late 1600's or early 1700's
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Pique Drop Earrings Tortoiseshell Mother-of-Pearl Crescent Moon Hoops
Located in London, GB
a pattern. The technique originated in the mid-1600s in Italy and developed in France. It was first
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Late Victorian Dangle Earrings

High Quality 18 Century Baroque Diamond Earrings, 1700s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique jewelry object group: earrings short hanging Condition: very good condition Do you wish
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Antique Early 1700s Belgian Baroque Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

18th Century Antique Gold Cross with Table Cut Diamonds, 1730s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique jewelry object group: cross pendant (is being sold without pictured chain) Condition: very
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Antique 1730s Belgian Baroque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

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1600s Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact piece of 1600s 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, rose gold and 18k gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 99 vintage editions and 25 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for an item from our selection of 1600s jewelry may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Finding an appealing choice in our collection of 1600s jewelry — no matter the origin — is easy, but Rolex, Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry and BALESTRA each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Take a look at an object in our assortment of 1600s jewelry featuring diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for a brilliant cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and rose cut alternatives. Finding an option in this array of 1600s jewelry for sale for women should be easy, but there are 66 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

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Prices for a piece of 1600s jewelry can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $140 and can go as high as $295,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,750.
Questions About 1600s Jewelry
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    Yes, they did have wedding rings during the 1600s. However, exchanging rings during weddings was not common in all cultures. In Europe, many couples presented each other with rings to symbolize their marriage vows. The wedding ring tradition actually dates back thousands of years to ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome. Explore a wide variety of wedding rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Jewelry can do many things. Jewelry has long been a symbol of spiritual strength, wealth or power and, of course, a means of personal expression. Specific pieces of jewelry can enhance a person's appearance. For example, dangling earrings can help lengthen the look of the face, while choker necklaces can shorten the appearance of a long neck. The right jewelry can add texture and pops of color to outfits and draw attention to the wearer. In some cases, jewelry can have a symbolic meaning, the way an engagement ring is a reminder of a promise to marry, and a cross necklace is often a sign of religious faith. Shop a large collection of jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Frivole jewelry is a line produced by the luxury jeweler Van Cleef & Arpels. In French, frivole means frivolous or light and cheerful, and the term perfectly reflects the airy, whimsical quality of pieces in the Frivole collection. The line features a recurring floral motif with heart-shaped petals that sparkle with pavé gemstones or surround gemstone centers. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Solje jewelry is a type of decorative accessory that originates from Norway. Most designs are sterling silver and feature dangling oval-shaped embellishments made of enamel or gold called spoons. Shop a range of Solje jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Stambolian jewelry refers to decorative accessories like rings and pendants produced by the luxury brand Stambolian. Armenian designer Harry Stambolian founded his company in New York, New York, during the 1980s and is known for producing gemstone jewelry that shows off elements of traditional Armenian architecture and design. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Stambolian jewelry.
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    Intaglio jewelry is jewelry that features a central stone on which an artisan carves artwork on the back. This creates a recessed image when a viewer examines the jewelry from the front. It differs from the raised reliefs on cameo jewelry. Shop a range of intaglio jewelry on 1stDibs.
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    Guilloche jewelry consists of intricate concentric designs engraved onto metal through a lathe machine. These elaborate designs are covered by translucent enamel. Shop vintage and contemporary guilloche jewelry on 1stDibs.
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    Retro jewelry is jewelry created in the late 1930s and early 1940s. These pieces were heavily influenced by the changes accompanying World War II. Retro jewelry is known for its futuristic, geometric elements. Shop retro jewelry on 1stDibs.
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    Pinchbeck jewelry looks very similar to gold in appearance but is instead made of brass. It was traditionally used when there was risk of theft, such as on stagecoaches.
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    Yes, Piaget is a Swiss luxury brand known for its watches and other jewelry. The brand’s origins go back to the mid-19th century, and they still operate today with many enthusiasts worldwide. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Piaget watches and jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A jewelry clasp is a fastener with the purpose to clutch the jewelry and hold it in place. Its mechanism allows jewelry such as necklaces or bracelets to fasten and also to be removed easily without causing damage. Visit 1stDibs to find a variety of jewelry with different types of clasps for a perfect fit.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    HW jewelry is an abbreviation for Harry Winston jewelry. In 1932, jewelry maker Harry Winston founded the company as Harry H. Winston Jewels, Inc. It began operating under its current name in 1936. You'll find a collection of Harry Winston jewelry on 1stDibs.
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    Interchangeable jewelry can be adjusted to create different pieces depending on what style of jewelry you want that day. For interchangeable earrings, necklaces, bracelets and cuff links, the focal jewel or element can be replaced with a different color or style to suit your look. Shop a range of interchangeable jewelry on 1stDibs.
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    Acrostic jewelry spells a word by using the first letter of the gemstones used in the piece. For example, a piece of jewelry could say the word ‘regard’ by using a ruby, emerald, garnet, amethyst, another ruby, and lastly a diamond. Shop a collection of acrostic jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The mark ‘VCA’ on a piece of jewelry is the brand name stamp of Van Cleef & Arpels. Van Cleef & Arpels is a French company renowned for exceptional quality and luxury in their materials and designs. Shop a range of professionally authenticated Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Lagos jewelry comes from factories located in Hong Kong and Bangkok, Thailand. The headquarters of the luxury jewelry maker are located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Steven Lagos founded the company in 1977. You can find a collection of Lagos jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    It's not possible to say for certain who invented jewelry. Anthropologists have determined that our neanderthal ancestors produced jewelry out of natural materials. One of the oldest examples of jewelry is a necklace fashioned out of seashell beads, estimated to be around 115,000 years old. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    How you define high jewelry versus fine jewelry is largely a matter of personal opinion because the terms do not have formal definitions. Generally, fine jewelry is any piece of jewelry carefully crafted out of precious materials like metal and gemstones. High jewelry is a term used by collectors to describe jewelry of significant value. Exceptional craftsmanship, one-of-a-kind signs and highly sought pieces may fall under the category. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of antique and vintage jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Quality and rarity define the difference between fine jewelry and high jewelry. Any jewelry that features fine materials, like precious metals and gemstones, may be considered fine jewelry. The term high jewelry usually refers to one-of-a-kind jewelry that is often crafted entirely or partially by hand. Shop a diverse assortment of jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A product of the Art Deco era, convertible jewelry is that which can change from one form to another. A necklace can become earrings, or a ring can become a bracelet. Van Cleef and Arpel are one of the most famous designers of convertible jewelry, with some elaborate designs taking a decade to create. Shop a collection of convertible jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.