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Faye Kim 18k Gold Sapphire Bezel Drop Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Westport, CT
Add a pop of color to your jewelry wardrobe! Handcrafted in 18k gold, Raspberry hued sapphire
Category

2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18k Gold Sapphire Bezel Drop Earrings
Faye Kim 18k Gold Sapphire Bezel Drop Earrings
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W 0.5 in L 1.25 in
5.47 Carat Purple Sapphire Bezel Earrings, 18K Yellow Gold, 2 Inches
Located in New York, NY
Sapphire Weight: 5.47 ct Measurements: 2.8-4.7 mm Metal: 18K Yellow Gold/9.82 gm Length: 2 Inches
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Multicolor Rainbow Sapphire Gemstone Bezel Eternity Band 18K Yellow Gold Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
Multicolor Rainbow Sapphire Gemstone Bezel Eternity Band 18K Yellow Gold Ring Jewels inspired by
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Padparadscha Sapphire , Purple Sapphire, Green Beryl, Green Sapphire, Ye...

18k White Gold 0.81ctw GIA Cushion Padparadscha Sapphire Bezel Solitaire Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
white gold featuring a natural sapphire that is neatly bezel set at the center. The center stone is a
Category

2010s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k Gold 9.21ctw Multi Colors Round Brilliant Bezel Set Sapphire Line Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have vivid colored sapphires in unusual round cuts all perfectly bezel set in luscious 18k
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K White Gold Bezel Set Round Shaped Pink Sapphire Dangle Earrings
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
jewelry is perfect for you. PRODUCT DETAILS :- > Material - 18K Solid White Gold > Gemstone - Pink
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Blue Sapphire and Diamond Drop Earrings in 18K White Gold Bezels
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, set in individual bezels to accentuate the shape of each gem. Handcrafted by our Master Jeweler in 18k
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Drop Earrings

Materials

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

18k Yellow Gold Brilliant Blue .75ctw Sapphire Bezel Graduated Pyramid Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (5) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - Vivid Brilliant Blue
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.26ct Emerald Ruby and Sapphire Bezel Studs Earrings in 18k Gold
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
" "AVAILABLE IN WHITE GOLD, YELLOW GOLD, ROSE GOLD COLOR" "THIS ITEM IS LISTED AS 18K GOLD IN THIS LISTING
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18k yellow gold, diamond, sapphire, topaz, emerald and ruby rainbow branch pin
By Glitter and Gold Studio
Located in Seattle, WA
gold, with 14k gold pin findings and bezels for the gems. The gems in this piece are a 2mm round black
Category

2010s North American Artist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, Yellow Gold

Fine Vivid Pink Sapphire Round Cut 18k Yellow Gold Solitaire Rubover Bezel Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Vivid Pink Natural Sapphire Round Cut 18K Yellow Gold Solitaire Rubover Bezel Ring 0.53 Carat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

New 18K Yellow Gold 0.88ct GIA Rectangular Sapphire Sideway Bezel Solitaire Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Rectangular Step Cut - Bezel Set - Blue Color - 0.88ct
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2010s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Robin Rotenier Yellow Gold Sapphire Bezel Wristwatch
By Robin Rotenier
Located in Stamford, CT
Crystal: sapphire Dial: white Outside case: 18k gold Robin Rotenier No 13 buckle stamped RR Movement: 7
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

New Handmade 18K Gold GIA 12.50ct Orange Sapphire Solitaire Bezel Hammered Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
yellow gold. It features a large, GIA certified, emerald cut natural sapphire stone neatly bezel set at
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2010s Unknown Solitaire Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fine Vivid Pink Sapphire Round Cut 18K Yellow Gold Solitaire Rubover Bezel Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Vivid Pink Sapphire Round Cut 18K Yellow Gold Solitaire Rubover Bezel Ring Fine Natural Vivid
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Bezel Set 2.2 Ct Blue Sapphire Stackable Chain Bracelet
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
bracelet in 18 Karat Gold. Each piece is handmade with a unique shape of precious stone. This elegant and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Bracelets

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Octagon Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Bezel Set Pendant in 18K Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Natural Blue Sapphire and Diamond pendant in 18K Gold. It has octagon cut sapphire with diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

New 18k Yellow Gold 1.05ct GIA No Heat Sapphire Sideway Bezel Solitaire Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Elongated Rectangular Step Cut - Bezel Set - Blue
Category

2010s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K TT Gold 3.30ctw GIA Bezel Oval Sapphire & Pave Diamond Cable Link Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphires - Oval Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - Royal Blue Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

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

Piaget C1970's Sapphire & Diamond Bezel 18k White Gold REF. 9366A6 30mm
By Piaget
Located in London, GB
Vintage Piaget REF. 9366A6 Diamond & Sapphire Bezel 18k White Gold 30mm 1970's Pre-owned
Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

18K TT Gold 38ctw GIA Bezel Cabochon Sapphire & Pave Diamond Fancy Link Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
white gold. The necklace features fine oval cabochon cut sapphires, of which two have been randomly
Category

1990s Link Necklaces

Materials

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

25.5 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Bezel Set Tennis Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Blue Sapphire bracelet in 18K Gold. It has a perfect octagon cut gemstone to make you stand out on
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Tennis Bracelets

Materials

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

18k Gold AGL No Heat Yellow Ceylon Sapphire & Princess Diamond Half Bezel Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
in solid 18k yellow gold. It features a natural, AGL certified, emerald cut yellow sapphire that
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1990s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K White Gold Oval Cut Natural Blue Sapphire & Bezel Diamond East West Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Natural Blue Sapphire and Natural Diamond Stacking Ring, Set in 18K White Gold. Featuring a
Category

2010s North American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

New 18k Gold 1.66ct GIA Round Diamond Baguette Halo Sapphire Bezel Milgrain Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
from solid 18k white gold. This very well made ring features a stunning, GIA certified, round brilliant
Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.66 ct Bezel Set Pear Cut Blue Sapphire Gemstone 18K Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Blue sapphire gemstone solitaire ring in 18K gold is a perfect minimalist jewelry to match with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

18K White Gold Oval Blue Sapphire & Baguette Diamond Channel and Bezel Set Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
This vintage unisex ring boasts a natural oval-cut Blue Sapphire, mounted in a half-bezel setting
Category

20th Century North American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold

LeVian 18K White Gold Pink Yellow Sapphire Round Diamond Bezel Cocktail Ring
By Le Vian
Located in Great Neck, NY
LeVian 18K White Gold Pink Yellow Sapphire Round Diamond Bezel Cocktail Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

LeVian 18K White Gold Pink Blue Sapphire Round Diamond Bezel Classic Ring
By Le Vian
Located in Great Neck, NY
LeVian 18K White Gold Pink Blue Sapphire Round Diamond Bezel Classic Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Gold, 18k Gold

LeVian 18K White Gold Blue & Pink Sapphire Round Diamond Bezel Cocktail Ring
By Le Vian
Located in Great Neck, NY
LeVian 18K White Gold Blue & Pink Sapphire Round Diamond Bezel Cocktail Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

LeVian 18K White Gold Pink Blue Sapphire Round Diamond Bezel Cocktail Ring
By Le Vian
Located in Great Neck, NY
LeVian 18K White Gold Pink Blue Sapphire Round Diamond Bezel Cocktail Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

18k Gold 4.98 Carat GIA Oval Blue Sapphire Bezel Diamond Drop Dangle Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
These magnificent, brand new, custom made earrings were crafted in solid 18k gold and feature a
Category

2010s American Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

LeVian 18K White Gold Pink Blue Sapphire Round Diamond Cocktail Bezel Ring
By Le Vian
Located in Great Neck, NY
LeVian 18K White Gold Pink Blue Sapphire Round Diamond Cocktail Bezel Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

18k Gold 3.02ct GIA Half Bezel Yellow Sapphire & Tsavorite 3 Stone Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
crafted in solid 18k yellow gold. The ring features a natural, GIA certified, emerald cut natural yellow
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Yellow Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

New 18K Yellow Gold GIA Bezel Heart Sapphire & Tsavorite W/ Diamond Bypass Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This magnificent and very well made ring is newly crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and features a
Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Sapphire Sky Topaz Diamond Flexible Bezel Eternity 18K White Gold Ring Band
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
Multi Color Blue Eternity Patterns Ring Blue Sapphire Diamond Flexible Bezel Eternity 18 Karat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Blue Topaz, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Topaz, Sapphire, White Diamond, Whit...

GIA Certified Pink Sapphire Half Bezel Ring & Channel Set Diamonds in 18K Gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
18K yellow gold ring, weighing 10.29 grams and boasting a size 8. Featuring a 2.77 Carat oval cut
Category

2010s North American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Dangle Gemstone Necklace, White Sapphire Necklace, Bezel Set Dainty Necklace 18k
Located in New York, NY
Grams Emerald Cut White Sapphire- 2.33 CTS Necklace Length- 18 Inches 100% Solid Yellow Gold 100
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.30ct Ruby, Emerald and Sapphire Bezel Flower Studs with Diamonds in 18k Gold
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
earrings / Gold studs/ Dainty earrings/ Gifts for her Flower earrings, flower studs, Handmade jewelry
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, ...

13.83 Carat No Heat Sri Lanka Blue Star Sapphire Bezel 18K Yellow Gold Mens Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GRS Certified 13.83 carat cabochon cut no heat Blue Star Sapphire in 18k yellow gold bezel
Category

2010s Sri Lankan Modernist Solitaire Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Star Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Ceylon Sapphire Bezel Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Westport, CT
A beautiful, vivid shade of blue, this Ceylon Blue Sapphire round bezel ring is bezel set in 18K
Category

2010s American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Ceylon Sapphire Bezel Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Westport, CT
A beautiful, vivid shade of blue, this Ceylon Blue Sapphire round bezel ring is bezel set in 18K
Category

2010s American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Unique Rustic Pink Sapphire Bezel Solitaire Ring 1.53 Carats in 18k Rose Gold Lv
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
, this pink sapphire has a rustic cushion shape and custom bezel. The ring is made entirely with 18 karat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cornflower Blue Sapphires Oval White Gold Greek Key bezel
Located in New York, NY
meticulously engraved Greek key motif on the 18k White Gold bezel adds an element of timeless beauty. This
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2010s American Cufflinks

Materials

Iolite, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ebel Wave Dress Wave Men's Ref. E6187932 Solid 18k Gold Bezel Sapphire Watch
By Ebel
Located in Toronto, CA
Movement: Quartz Case Material: Stainless steel & Solid 18k Gold Bezel Measurements : Case width: 34 mm
Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Bezel Set Blue Sapphire and Diamond Line Bracelet in 18k White Gold
Located in Surfside, FL
Bezel set blue sapphire and diamond line bracelet in 18k white gold; Approximately 1.48 carats in G
Category

20th Century Link Bracelets

Materials

White Gold

Salavetti Sapphire & 18k White Gold Ring
By Salavetti
Located in San Francisco, CA
Of classic 1970's style, this 18k white gold narrow domed ring centers a bezel-set oval sapphire
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Sapphire and Bezel Set Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 18K white gold Diamond: 18 round single cut = 0.36ct Color: H
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Noir Colorful Sapphires Pendant
Located in Athens, GR
Colorful noir pendant in 18k yellow gold. Pear cut 1.66 carats sapphires in every color and 0.11
Category

2010s Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Noir Colorful Sapphires Pendant
Dimos 18k Gold Noir Colorful Sapphires Pendant
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H 1.614 in W 0.984 in
RUCHI Heart-Shaped Pink Sapphire Yellow Gold Bezel Eternity Band
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold Pink Sapphire: 4.13ct total weight.
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Bezel Set Diamond and Sapphire Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 18K yellow gold Diamond: 1 round European cut = 4.50ct Color: K
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Multi-Sapphire Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Multi Sapphire Necklace in 18K Gold studded with round cut sapphire pieces. Accessorize your look
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Diamond Sapphire Ring 18K White Gold Band
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This gorgeous estate ring is finely crafted in solid 18K White gold and it is set with genuine
Category

20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Yellow Gold Multi Sapphire Dangle Earrings
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
piece of jewelry is perfect for you. PRODUCT DETAILS :- > Material - 18K Solid Yellow Gold > Gemstone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Multi Sapphire Dangle Earrings
18K Yellow Gold Multi Sapphire Dangle Earrings
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W 0.12 in L 4.49 in
18k Yellow gold Hexagonal Montana Sapphire Ring
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A pale blue Montana sapphire cut into a geometric hexagonal shape is set in a yellow gold bezel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Engagement Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Sapphire Ring 18K White Gold Estate
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Lovely Sapphire Ring, Diamond Ring, 18K White Gold Ring is set with Natural Earth-mined Sapphire
Category

Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Sapphire and Bezel Set Diamond Cigar Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K white gold Diamond: round cut = 0.50cttw Color: H Clarity: SI1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Blue Sapphire Diamond 18k Gold Cocktail Ring
By MILLAPANI
Located in Miami Beach, FL
A one-of-a-kind treasure, crafted in 18k yellow gold and a combination of tension set princess-cut
Category

2010s Chilean Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Lalaounis 18k Yellow Gold Ruby Sapphire Earrings
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Handmade in 18k yellow gold, these Ilias Lalaounis geometric clip earrings are adorned with twelve
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Classical Greek Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K White Gold Diamond & Blue Sapphire Bezel Bypass Ring Band
By Abtin And Company Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sapphire: 0.42 ct. Available in any finger size. Available in white, yellow, and rose gold. This ring is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

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18k Gold Sapphire Bezel For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the 18k gold sapphire bezel you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 30 antique edition and 91 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a 18k gold sapphire bezel may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating a 18k gold sapphire bezel has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Sarosi By Timeless Gems, Faye Kim and Le Vian are consistently popular. A 18k gold sapphire bezel can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 95 Sapphire versions can add an especially stylish touch. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and cushion cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a 18k gold sapphire bezel, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a 18k Gold Sapphire Bezel?

Prices for a 18k gold sapphire bezel can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $450 and can go as high as $95,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,697.

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