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1940s Cartier Jewelry

Estate Cartier Diamond and Platinum Bow Pin, Circa 1940's-1950's.
Estate Cartier Diamond and Platinum Bow Pin, Circa 1940's-1950's.

Estate Cartier Diamond and Platinum Bow Pin, Circa 1940's-1950's.

By Cartier

Located in New Orleans, LA

Classic Estate 1940's-1950s platinum bow brooch signed by Cartier, containing approximately 7 carats total weight of round brilliant and baguette cut diamonds.

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Tank Watch ca' 1940's With Gold Brick Bracelet
Cartier Tank Watch ca' 1940's With Gold Brick Bracelet

Cartier Tank Watch ca' 1940's With Gold Brick Bracelet

By Cartier

Located in Saint Petersburg, FL

A rare Cartier tank watch ca' 1940's in 18k, with original Cartier C+B 14k bracelet (signed and hallmarked). European Watch & Clock Co, measuring approx. 20x35mm (excluding crow...

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Vintage 1940s French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Steel Art Deco Ladies Watch 1940's with Original Gay Freres Bracelet
Cartier Steel Art Deco Ladies Watch 1940's with Original Gay Freres Bracelet

Cartier Steel Art Deco Ladies Watch 1940's with Original Gay Freres Bracelet

By Cartier

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Cartier, France STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 30mm X Width 15mm MOVEMENT ...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

1940s Cartier Diamond Gold Bow Brooch
1940s Cartier Diamond Gold Bow Brooch

1940s Cartier Diamond Gold Bow Brooch

By Cartier

Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE

A beautiful Cartier Bow Brooch, ca. 1940s. The bow is studded with old-cut diamonds of circa 2.5 carats and is made in 18k yellow gold. Signed Cartier Paris, French marks.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage 1940s Cartier Double Clips
Vintage 1940s Cartier Double Clips

Vintage 1940s Cartier Double Clips

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in 14k yellow and rose gold. Signed by Cartier Circa 1940s 1 3/4 x 7/8 inch Comes with its original box.

Category

Vintage 1940s Brooches

Materials

14k Gold

CARTIER Sapphire and Enamel Stars and Stripes "Home Front" Brooch - Circa 1940's
CARTIER Sapphire and Enamel Stars and Stripes "Home Front" Brooch - Circa 1940's

CARTIER Sapphire and Enamel Stars and Stripes "Home Front" Brooch - Circa 1940's

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Cartier’s original “Home Front” clip brooch is a rare wartime creation, designed to fuse patriotism with craftsmanship. At its center is a 9.60-carat, no-heat Ceylon sapphire, set in...

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Vintage 1940s Retro Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Retro Diamond Feathers Ring, ca. 1940s
Cartier Retro Diamond Feathers Ring, ca. 1940s

Cartier Retro Diamond Feathers Ring, ca. 1940s

By Cartier

Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE

Cartier Retro Diamond Feathers Ring, ca. 1940s A beautiful Cartier diamond ring from the 1940s. The ring has three central diamond elements following the design of feathers, studded...

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Vintage 1940s French Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 1940s Cartier Retro Hair Pin with Sapphires
Vintage 1940s Cartier Retro Hair Pin with Sapphires

Vintage 1940s Cartier Retro Hair Pin with Sapphires

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in 14k yellow and rose gold with 4 Cabochon Sapphires. Signed by Cartier Circa 1940s 2 5/8 x 1 1/4 inch

Category

Vintage 1940s Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold

Vintage 1940s Cartier Retro Leaf Brooch with Diamonds
Vintage 1940s Cartier Retro Leaf Brooch with Diamonds

Vintage 1940s Cartier Retro Leaf Brooch with Diamonds

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 2.00 carats. Signed by Cartier Circa 1940s 1 1/8 x 2 1/4 inches

Category

Vintage 1940s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier 1940s CCartier 1940s Chain Link Necklace Bismark Pattern 14K Yellow gold
Cartier 1940s CCartier 1940s Chain Link Necklace Bismark Pattern 14K Yellow gold

Cartier 1940s CCartier 1940s Chain Link Necklace Bismark Pattern 14K Yellow gold

By Cartier

Located in Fairfield, CT

Cartier 1940s Chain Link Necklace Bismark Pattern 14K Yellow gold This vintage Cartier necklace is made from interlocking links of 14k yellow gold, forming a bold yet refined chain ...

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Vintage 1980s Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

CARTIER Retro 18k Yellow Gold, Amethyst & Turquoise Butterfly Pin 1940s
CARTIER Retro 18k Yellow Gold, Amethyst & Turquoise Butterfly Pin 1940s

CARTIER Retro 18k Yellow Gold, Amethyst & Turquoise Butterfly Pin 1940s

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Cartier Retro 18k Yellow Gold, Turquoise & Amethyst Butterfly Pin 1940s Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer pin. Truly a great piece at a gre...

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Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Cartier 1940s Chain Link Bracelet Bismark Pattern 14K Yellow gold
Cartier 1940s Chain Link Bracelet Bismark Pattern 14K Yellow gold

Cartier 1940s Chain Link Bracelet Bismark Pattern 14K Yellow gold

By Cartier

Located in Fairfield, CT

Cartier 1940s Chain Link Bracelet Bismark Pattern 14K Yellow gold This vintage bracelet by Cartier features a series of interlocking chain links with a smooth, polished surface. Th...

Category

Vintage 1940s Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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1940s Cartier Ruby Gold Flower Earrings

1940s Cartier Ruby Gold Flower Earrings

By Cartier

Located in New York , NY

Ruby flower earrings mounted in 18K rose gold by Cartier, circa 1940s

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Vintage 1940s Clip-on Earrings

1940s Cartier Sapphire Gold Dress Set
1940s Cartier Sapphire Gold Dress Set

1940s Cartier Sapphire Gold Dress Set

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

A 14ct yellow gold and square cut sapphire dress set. Signed Cartier, numbered 3928. American, circa 1940.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Cufflinks

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage Cartier Travel Clock with a Jaeger LeCoultre Movement, 1940s
Vintage Cartier Travel Clock with a Jaeger LeCoultre Movement, 1940s

Vintage Cartier Travel Clock with a Jaeger LeCoultre Movement, 1940s

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1940's Vintage Cartier Travel Alarm Clock Copper Plated with Movement Made By Le Coultre with Original Salmon/Copper Color Dial with Original Black Leather Carrying Case. Triple Sign...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Cartier 40's 18K Gold Diamond and Gemset Compact, Circa 1940
Cartier 40's 18K Gold Diamond and Gemset Compact, Circa 1940

Cartier 40's 18K Gold Diamond and Gemset Compact, Circa 1940

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Cartier, London 1940's, 18K Gold, Diamond, Emerald, Amethyst, Ruby, Sapphire and Topaz, Compact, Circa 1940 The first letter of each gemstone acrostically spell D(diamond) E(emerald)...

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Vintage 1940s British Retro Vanity Items

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Imperial Topaz, 18k Gold

1940s Cartier Citrine Diamond Gold Platinum Link Bracelet

1940s Cartier Citrine Diamond Gold Platinum Link Bracelet

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Cartier: A Gold, Platinum, Citrine and Diamond Bracelet, of openwork design, set with 13 oval-shaped citrines weighing approximately 100.00 carats, with baguette and square cut citri...

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Vintage 1940s British Link Bracelets

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Gold, Platinum

Cartier Paris 18 Ct Gold 'Golf' Tie Clip, Circa 1940s
Cartier Paris 18 Ct Gold 'Golf' Tie Clip, Circa 1940s

Cartier Paris 18 Ct Gold 'Golf' Tie Clip, Circa 1940s

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H 0.4 in W 2.37 in D 0.4 in

Cartier Paris 18 Ct Gold 'Golf' Tie Clip, Circa 1940s

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

Cartier, Paris An 18 carat gold tie clip in the form of a stylized 'Wedge' golf club, with twisted rope-style grip. Hand engraved 'Cartier Paris' to the reverse and twice struck w...

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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Antique 1940s Cartier Gold & Onyx Men's Cufflink Dress Set with Original Case
Antique 1940s Cartier Gold & Onyx Men's Cufflink Dress Set with Original Case

Antique 1940s Cartier Gold & Onyx Men's Cufflink Dress Set with Original Case

By Cartier

Located in Hudson, NY

a very handsome antique 1940's men's Dress set, in 14k yellow gold and onyx. the set includes a pair of cufflinks, four shirt studs, and three collar or vest clips. all in the...

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Vintage 1940s American Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Onyx, Gold

Cartier 1940's 14k Gold Bamboo Cuff
Cartier 1940's 14k Gold Bamboo Cuff

Cartier 1940's 14k Gold Bamboo Cuff

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W 2.5 in Dm 8.25 in L 2.75 in

Cartier 1940's 14k Gold Bamboo Cuff

By Cartier

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Sometimes simplicity is key. This 14k gold vintage Cartier bracelet features a subtle bamboo pattern on a slightly textured surface and smooth gold on the interior giving your gold b...

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Vintage 1940s Cuff Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold

Cartier Retro Flower Brooch, circa 1940s
Cartier Retro Flower Brooch, circa 1940s

Cartier Retro Flower Brooch, circa 1940s

By Cartier

Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE

Retro Cartier Flower Brooch, ca. 1940s A beautiful and large Cartier Retro Flower Brooch from the 1940s, featuring fine old-cut European diamonds of ca. 5.5 carats (the bigger diamo...

Category

Mid-20th Century British Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

1940s Cartier Double Star Clip Brooch
1940s Cartier Double Star Clip Brooch

1940s Cartier Double Star Clip Brooch

By Cartier

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1940s Cartier Double Stars Clip Brooch, set with Diamonds and Cabochon Rubies. Measuring 2 1/2 X 2 Inch. Signed and Numbered.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Cartier A 1940s Rose Gold Bracelet
Cartier A 1940s Rose Gold Bracelet

Cartier A 1940s Rose Gold Bracelet

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

An elegant 18kt rose gold bracelet manufactured by Cartier (New York) during the 1940s, enriched by aquamarines and brilliant cut diamonds. Commissioned on request of special client ...

Category

Vintage 1940s French Retro Bracelets

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold

1940s Cartier Yellow and Rose Gold Bracelet
1940s Cartier Yellow and Rose Gold Bracelet

1940s Cartier Yellow and Rose Gold Bracelet

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Fun and stylish bracelet created by Cartier in the 1940's. Alternating contrast links, perfect proportions and combination of yellow gold and rose gold are the highlights of this fab...

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Vintage 1940s American Retro Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold

1940s Cartier Gold Necklace
1940s Cartier Gold Necklace

1940s Cartier Gold Necklace

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

A Retro gold gaspipe necklace of looping design, flanked by beaded bands, in 18k. Cartier, Paris #02071.

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Vintage 1940s French Retro Drop Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Yellow Gold 1940s Retro Style Bracelet
Cartier Yellow Gold 1940s Retro Style Bracelet

Cartier Yellow Gold 1940s Retro Style Bracelet

By Cartier

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1940s Cartier 14K Yellow Gold Bracelet, measuring 7 1/2 inches in length 3/4 inch wide and weighing 42 Grams. The back side of the bracelet has an engraved presentation dated ...

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Vintage 1940s American Retro Link Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold

Cartier 1940's 14 Karat Yellow Gold Magnifying Glass Vintage Pendant
Cartier 1940's 14 Karat Yellow Gold Magnifying Glass Vintage Pendant

Cartier 1940's 14 Karat Yellow Gold Magnifying Glass Vintage Pendant

By Cartier

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as a foldable yellow gold magnifying glass pendant Featuring split wire handle and bezel set glass Glass slides into handle via hinge Glass measures 36.5 mm round With high ...

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Vintage 1940s Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Multicolored Old-Cut Diamond Flower Brooch, circa 1940s
Cartier Multicolored Old-Cut Diamond Flower Brooch, circa 1940s

Cartier Multicolored Old-Cut Diamond Flower Brooch, circa 1940s

By Cartier

Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE

Retro Cartier Multi-Colored Old-Cut Diamond Flower Brooch, ca. 1940s A beautiful naturalistic flower brooch by Cartier Paris from the 1940s. The flowers are blossoming with very enc...

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Vintage 1940s French Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold

1940's Cartier Vintage Art Deco Mens Top Hat Wristwatch - Palladium & Diamonds
1940's Cartier Vintage Art Deco Mens Top Hat Wristwatch - Palladium & Diamonds

1940's Cartier Vintage Art Deco Mens Top Hat Wristwatch - Palladium & Diamonds

By Cartier

Located in Suwanee, GA

NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...

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Vintage 1930s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Palladium

Cartier 1940s Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring
Cartier 1940s Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring

Cartier 1940s Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring

By Cartier

Located in Southampton, PA

Feast your eyes upon the exceptional design of this vintage Cartier ring from the 1940's! The ring's band is made of pristine white platinum with the Cartier signature engraved on th...

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Vintage 1940s French Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Platinum

1940s CARTIER Diamond Yellow Gold Starburst Earrings
1940s CARTIER Diamond Yellow Gold Starburst Earrings

1940s CARTIER Diamond Yellow Gold Starburst Earrings

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

These magnificent Cartier earrings feature a retro starburst design made in 18k yellow gold and prong-set with round brilliant-cut F-G VVS2-VS1 diamonds of an estimated 1.35 carats. ...

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Vintage 1940s American Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 1940's Diamond 14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Retro Adjustable Buckle Ring
Cartier 1940's Diamond 14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Retro Adjustable Buckle Ring

Cartier 1940's Diamond 14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Retro Adjustable Buckle Ring

By Cartier

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Ring is comprised of malleable brick links - polished yellow gold Terminating as white gold buckle mechanisms - functional Bead set with round brilliant cut diamonds Weighing in t...

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Vintage 1940s Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Cartier 14 Karat Gold Chain Link Cufflinks, circa 1940s
Vintage Cartier 14 Karat Gold Chain Link Cufflinks, circa 1940s

Vintage Cartier 14 Karat Gold Chain Link Cufflinks, circa 1940s

By Cartier

Located in London, England

A stunning pair of vintage Cartier square cufflinks. These double sided ribbed design cufflinks are highly desirable. They look fantastic on the cuff and would like stylish for ever...

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Vintage 1940s Unknown Post-War Cufflinks

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940s Cartier Red Enamel Gold Flower Brooch
1940s Cartier Red Enamel Gold Flower Brooch

1940s Cartier Red Enamel Gold Flower Brooch

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

A Retro gold and reflective red enamel brooch with pendant loop in the form of a flower, in 14k. Cartier, New York. See Patent #2199222.

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Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

14k Gold

1940s Pink and Green gold hair barette by Cartier
1940s Pink and Green gold hair barette by Cartier

1940s Pink and Green gold hair barette by Cartier

By Cartier

Located in Chicago, IL

Retro, 14k Pink and Green Gold Hair Barette by Cartier.

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Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

1940s Cartier Diamond Gold Bombe Ring
1940s Cartier Diamond Gold Bombe Ring

1940s Cartier Diamond Gold Bombe Ring

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

A Retro gold ring of ribbed bombé design with a central horizontal panel of diamonds, in 18k. Cartier, Paris. Top measures approximately 15mm from top to bottom.

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Vintage 1940s French Retro Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

1940s Cartier Retro Three Color Gold Round Cufflinks
1940s Cartier Retro Three Color Gold Round Cufflinks

1940s Cartier Retro Three Color Gold Round Cufflinks

By Cartier

Located in New York City, NY

Handsome 18k yellow, white, and rose gold round cufflinks by Cartier, circa 1940s. They feature a circle within a circle type of design. Excellent workmanship. Hallmarks: Cartier,...

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Vintage 1930s Cufflinks

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier 14K Yellow Gold Retro 1940's IN EMERGENCY BREAK GLASS Dollar Bill Charm
Cartier 14K Yellow Gold Retro 1940's IN EMERGENCY BREAK GLASS Dollar Bill Charm

Cartier 14K Yellow Gold Retro 1940's IN EMERGENCY BREAK GLASS Dollar Bill Charm

By Cartier

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as a safety box with double glass edges Front is inscribed 'IN EMERGENCY BREAK GLASS' Containing a compactly folded dollar bill Completed by a jump ring bale Fully Signed Ca...

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Vintage 1940s Retro Charm Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940's Cartier Paris Ruby 18 Karat Gold Ridged Trefoil Ear-Clip Earrings
1940's Cartier Paris Ruby 18 Karat Gold Ridged Trefoil Ear-Clip Earrings

1940's Cartier Paris Ruby 18 Karat Gold Ridged Trefoil Ear-Clip Earrings

By Cartier

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Trefoil shaped earrings are dynamically formed with intersecting and undulating layers With a deeply ridged texture and a bright polish Centering round cut rubies, bright red in co...

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Vintage 1940s French Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Gold

1940s Cartier Diamond Gold Brooch with Citrine Pendant
1940s Cartier Diamond Gold Brooch with Citrine Pendant

1940s Cartier Diamond Gold Brooch with Citrine Pendant

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

A Retro gold brooch in the form of a stylized leaf, adorned with graduated diamonds and suspending a briolette-cut citrine, in 18K. Cartier, Paris, #13008(/1). Atw. 0.60 ct. diamonds.

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Vintage 1940s French Retro Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier 1940s Gold and Enamel Reflective Flower Brooch
Cartier 1940s Gold and Enamel Reflective Flower Brooch

Cartier 1940s Gold and Enamel Reflective Flower Brooch

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

A Retro gold and reflective blue enamel brooch in the form of a flower, in 14k. Cartier, New York. See Patent #2199222 (Reflection of the blue enamel off the yellow of the gold ma...

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Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

14k Gold

1940s Cartier Garnet Gold Platinum Tree Motif Clip
1940s Cartier Garnet Gold Platinum Tree Motif Clip

1940s Cartier Garnet Gold Platinum Tree Motif Clip

By Cartier

Located in Aspen, CO

Circa 1945, this double prong clip, is signed and numbered (2387) on the verso by Cartier (probably New York). It is 14K pink gold gold (which was not an unusual karat for all jewel...

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Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Platinum

Cartier Yellow Gold Rectangular Wristwatch with Unusual Bezel circa 1940s
Cartier Yellow Gold Rectangular Wristwatch with Unusual Bezel circa 1940s

Cartier Yellow Gold Rectangular Wristwatch with Unusual Bezel circa 1940s

By Cartier

Located in Chicago, IL

1940s 14k yellow gold Cartier wristwatch, heavy ribbed case. Manual-wind Cartier movement, gilt dial with applied markers. Cartier numbered case.

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Cartier Rose Gold Tank Obus Wristwatch with Bracelet circa 1940s
Cartier Rose Gold Tank Obus Wristwatch with Bracelet circa 1940s

Cartier Rose Gold Tank Obus Wristwatch with Bracelet circa 1940s

By Cartier

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

18k rose gold Cartier wristwatch. Manual-wind European Watch and Clock movement with an unrestored dial with subsidiary seconds. Original hands and an incredible original brick brace...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Paris Gold Ruby Set Case 1940s
Cartier Paris Gold Ruby Set Case 1940s

Cartier Paris Gold Ruby Set Case 1940s

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A rare Cartier 18k gold case in excellent condition, with ruby accented pushpiece. Signed Cartier Paris with additional French hallmarks. 164.7 grams

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Vintage 1940s French Boxes and Cases

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Cartier 24K Gold Diamond 1940s Perfume Bottle
Cartier 24K Gold Diamond 1940s Perfume Bottle

Cartier 24K Gold Diamond 1940s Perfume Bottle

By Cartier

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Introducing the Cartier 24K Gold Diamond 1940s Perfume Bottle, a breathtaking masterpiece that exemplifies the epitome of luxury and craftsmanship. This one-of-a-kind antique perfume...

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Vintage 1940s Vanity Items

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 24k Gold

Cartier diamond and platinum tennis bracelet circa 1940s
Cartier diamond and platinum tennis bracelet circa 1940s

Cartier diamond and platinum tennis bracelet circa 1940s

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

A stunning tennis bracelet with 39 princess cut diamonds totalling approximately 14 carats made by Cartier circa 1940s. The bracelet comes with a certificate stating that the diamon...

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Vintage 1940s French Modern Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1940s Cartier 2.10 Carat Diamond Ruby Emerald Platinum Military Brooch
1940s Cartier 2.10 Carat Diamond Ruby Emerald Platinum Military Brooch

1940s Cartier 2.10 Carat Diamond Ruby Emerald Platinum Military Brooch

By Cartier

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A stunning 2.10 carat diamond, 0.29 carat ruby and emerald, platinum and 12 carat yellow gold military brooch by 'Cartier'; part of our diverse gemstone jewellery collections.

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Vintage 1940s French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Platinum

CARTIER RETRO 14k Yellow & Rose Gold Knot Brooch Circa 1940s
CARTIER RETRO 14k Yellow & Rose Gold Knot Brooch Circa 1940s

CARTIER RETRO 14k Yellow & Rose Gold Knot Brooch Circa 1940s

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Cartier Retro 14k Rose & Yellow Gold Knot Brooch Circa 1940s Retro Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer brooch. Truly a great piece at a great...

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Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 1940s Gold Scroll Design Clip Earrings
Cartier 1940s Gold Scroll Design Clip Earrings

Cartier 1940s Gold Scroll Design Clip Earrings

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

A pair of Retro gold clip earrings of scrolled and fluted design with a bead center, in 18k. Cartier, #12860

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Vintage 1940s Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

CARTIER Retro 14k Yellow Gold, Enamel & Rock Crystal Equestrian Brooch 1940s
CARTIER Retro 14k Yellow Gold, Enamel & Rock Crystal Equestrian Brooch 1940s

CARTIER Retro 14k Yellow Gold, Enamel & Rock Crystal Equestrian Brooch 1940s

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Cartier 14k Yellow Gold, Rock Crystal & Enamel Equestrian Pin Retro 1940s Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer pin.

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Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Cartier 1940s Retro Fancy Cut Aquamarine 14 Karat Gold Flower Brooch
Cartier 1940s Retro Fancy Cut Aquamarine 14 Karat Gold Flower Brooch

Cartier 1940s Retro Fancy Cut Aquamarine 14 Karat Gold Flower Brooch

By Cartier

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Featuring 5 fancy cut aquamarine petals, each measuring approximately 7.5mm and a round aquamarine center Multi faceted stones of pale blue securely prong set Stylized 14k gold lea...

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Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Aquamarine, 14k Gold

Cartier 1940s Retro 14 Karat Yellow Gold Heart Drop Earrings
Cartier 1940s Retro 14 Karat Yellow Gold Heart Drop Earrings

Cartier 1940s Retro 14 Karat Yellow Gold Heart Drop Earrings

By Cartier

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Each designed as a polished ball surmount with a heart drop featuring a radiating motif Polished faceted finish Completed by screw-backs Fully signed Cartier and numbered Stamped...

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Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro Drop Earrings

Materials

14k Gold

CARTIER Retro 1940s 14k Yellow Gold Link Bracelet w/Box
CARTIER Retro 1940s 14k Yellow Gold Link Bracelet w/Box

CARTIER Retro 1940s 14k Yellow Gold Link Bracelet w/Box

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Cartier Retro 14k Yellow Gold Link Bracelet w/Box Circa 1940s Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer bracelet. Truly a great piece at a great pr...

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Vintage 1940s American Retro Link Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier, France 1940s Gold and Chalcedony Golf Clubs Brooch with Diamond Accents
Cartier, France 1940s Gold and Chalcedony Golf Clubs Brooch with Diamond Accents

Cartier, France 1940s Gold and Chalcedony Golf Clubs Brooch with Diamond Accents

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

A Retro gold and chalcedony brooch designed as a golf bag with five diamond-set gold clubs, in 18k. Cartier, France. #13984

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Vintage 1940s French Retro Brooches

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, 18k Gold

CARTIER Retro 1940s 14k Yellow Gold & Enamel 21 Charm Pendant Rare
CARTIER Retro 1940s 14k Yellow Gold & Enamel 21 Charm Pendant Rare

CARTIER Retro 1940s 14k Yellow Gold & Enamel 21 Charm Pendant Rare

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Cartier 14k Yellow Gold & Enamel 21 Charm Pendant Retro 1940s Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer charm pendant. Cartier 14 Karat Yel...

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Vintage 1940s American Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, Enamel

Cartier Retro 14 Karat Yellow Gold Leaf Motif Brooch Clip circa 1940s Rare
Cartier Retro 14 Karat Yellow Gold Leaf Motif Brooch Clip circa 1940s Rare

Cartier Retro 14 Karat Yellow Gold Leaf Motif Brooch Clip circa 1940s Rare

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Cartier 14k Yellow Gold Leaf Motif Clip / Brooch Circa 1940s Rare Retro Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer clip / brooch. Truly a great...

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Vintage 1940s American Brooches

Materials

Yellow Gold

CARTIER Retro 14k Yellow Gold ID Bracelet w/Pouch Circa 1940s
CARTIER Retro 14k Yellow Gold ID Bracelet w/Pouch Circa 1940s

CARTIER Retro 14k Yellow Gold ID Bracelet w/Pouch Circa 1940s

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This vintage Cartier bracelet is a stunning piece of jewelry that exudes a timeless elegance.

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Vintage 1940s British Retro Chain Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier Gold Dual Picture Frame, circa 1940s
Cartier Gold Dual Picture Frame, circa 1940s

Cartier Gold Dual Picture Frame, circa 1940s

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W 3.5 in D 0.38 in L 6.5 in

Cartier Gold Dual Picture Frame, circa 1940s

By Cartier

Located in New York City, NY

Classic 14K gold dual picture frame by Cartier, circa 1940s. It can hold 3" square pictures on each side. Beautifully made and a great gift idea. Hallmarks: Cartier, 14k, refer...

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Late 20th Century Frames

Materials

14k Gold

Cartier Paris 1940s 18 Karat Gold Diamond Compact Cigarette Case
Cartier Paris 1940s 18 Karat Gold Diamond Compact Cigarette Case

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By Cartier

Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE

A very charming case by Cartier in 18k yellow gold from the 1940s period. The lid is decorated with 10 golden leafs each set with an old brilliant cut diamond and the clasp is set wi...

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Cartier Retro 14k Yellow Gold & Sapphire Money Clip circa 1940s Rare

Cartier Retro 14k Yellow Gold & Sapphire Money Clip circa 1940s Rare

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Cartier Retro 14k Yellow Gold & Sapphire Money Clip Circa 1940s Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer money clip. Truly a great piece at a gre...

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Cartier 1940s Gold Curblink Necklace, Convertible to a Pair of Bracelets
Cartier 1940s Gold Curblink Necklace, Convertible to a Pair of Bracelets

Cartier 1940s Gold Curblink Necklace, Convertible to a Pair of Bracelets

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

A Retro gold curblink necklace, convertible to a pair of bracelets, in 18k. Cartier, London. Original box Dimensions: necklace 15.75 inches long, bracelets 7.25 inches long

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Cartier 1940s Gold and Two-Color Sapphire Ring of Florette Design
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Cartier 1940s Gold and Two-Color Sapphire Ring of Florette Design

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

A Retro gold ring of fluted design centering on an inset stylized florette of pink and blue sapphires, in 18k. Cartier, Paris #05472. Atw center sapphire 3.98 cts. Florette measure...

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Cartier Retro 18k Yellow Gold Safety Pin Brooch, circa 1940s, Made in New York
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Cartier Retro 18k Yellow Gold Safety Pin Brooch, circa 1940s, Made in New York

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Cartier New York Retro 18k Yellow Gold Safety Pin Brooch Circa 1940s Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer safety pin. Truly a great piece...

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Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Onyx Clip on Earrings, circa 1940s Retro

Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Onyx Clip on Earrings, circa 1940s Retro

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Cartier Retro 18k Yellow Gold & Onyx Clip On Earrings Circa 1940s Rare Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer pair of earrings. Truly a gre...

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1940s Gold Charm Bracelet with Cartier and Tiffany & Co. Charms

1940s Gold Charm Bracelet with Cartier and Tiffany & Co. Charms

Located in Cape May, NJ

Antique 1940's 14k Gold Loaded 26 Charm Bracelet w Cartier & Tiffany Co Charm. The bracelet is in excellent estate condition and ready to wear. The piece dates from either World War ...

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By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer matchbox. Truly a great piece at a great price! Weight: 31.1 grams Dimensions: 1 3/4" (length) 2 1/4"...

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By Patek Philippe

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1940s Patek Philippe Gents wrist watch retailed by Cartier. 18K Rose Gold 40 X 20 MM 2 piece case with hooded lugs. 18 Jewel Manual wind mechanical Caliber PXP movement. Rose ...

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By Vacheron Constantin

Located in New York, NY

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1940s Cartier Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact piece of 1940s cartier jewelry you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and 14k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. If you’re looking for an item from our selection of 1940s cartier jewelry from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. A choice in our collection of 1940s cartier jewelry of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 85, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and emerald cut alternatives. When shopping for an object in our assortment of 1940s cartier jewelry, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a 1940s Cartier Jewelry?

Prices for a piece of 1940s cartier jewelry can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $575 and can go as high as $195,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $7,450.

Cartier for sale on 1stDibs

For its extraordinary range of bracelets, watches, rings and other adornments, French luxury house Cartier is undeniably one of the most well known and internationally revered jewelers in the world among clients both existing and aspirational.

Perhaps 1847 was not the ideal time to open a new watchmaking and jewelry business, as the French Revolution was not kind to the aristocracy who could afford such luxuries. Nevertheless, it was the year Louis-François Cartier (1819–1904) — who was born into poverty — founded his eponymous empire, assuming control of the workshop of watchmaker Adolphe Picard, under whom he had previously been employed as an assistant. Of course, in the beginning, it was a relatively modest affair, but by the late 1850s, Cartier had its first royal client, Princess Mathilde Bonaparte, niece of Napoleon Bonaparte, who commissioned the jeweler to design brooches, earrings and other accessories.

Under the leadership of Louis-François’s son, Alfred, who took over in 1874, business boomed. Royalty around the world wore Cartier pieces, including Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, the Maharaja of Patiala and King Edward VII, who had 27 tiaras made by the jewelry house for his coronation in 1902 and issued Cartier a royal warrant in 1904. (Today, the British royal family still dons Cartier pieces; Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge, regularly sports a Ballon Bleu de Cartier watch.)

Cartier’s golden years, however, began when Alfred introduced his three sons, Louis, Pierre and Jacques, to the business. The brothers expanded Cartier globally: Louis reigned in Paris, Pierre in New York and Jacques in London, ensuring their brand’s consistency at their branches across the world. The trio also brought in such talents as Charles Jacqueau and Jeanne Toussaint.

One of Cartier’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch — one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. (Previously, a large number of people were using only pocket watches.) Louis designed the timepiece in 1904 for his friend, popular Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who wanted to be able to check the time more easily while flying.

Cartier’s other famous timepieces include the Tank watch, which was inspired by the linear form of military tanks during World War I, and the so-called mystery clocks. Invented by watchmaker and magician Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin and later crafted exclusively for Cartier in the house’s workshop by watchmaker Maurice Couët, the mystery clocks were so named because the integration of glass dials on which the clocks’ hands would seemingly float as well as structures that are hidden away within the base give the illusion that they operate without machinery.

On the jewelry side of the business, Cartier’s internationally renowned offerings include the Tutti Frutti collection, which featured colorful carved gemstones inspired by Jacques’s trip to India and grew in popularity during the Art Deco years; the panthère motif, which has been incorporated into everything from brooches to rings; and the Love bracelet, a minimal, modernist locking bangle inspired by medieval chastity belts that transformed fine jewelry.

While the Cartier family sold the business following the death of Pierre in 1964, the brand continues to innovate today, renewing old hits and creating new masterpieces.

Find contemporary and vintage Cartier watches, engagement rings, necklaces and other accessories on 1stDibs.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

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