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15CT Emerald and .08CTW Diamond Pendant in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
sparkling round brilliant cut diamonds follow the flat side of this ancient gem. Designed in brightly
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Ancient Roman Lapis Lazuli Intaglio Gold Ring c.2nd Century AD
Located in Chicago, IL
shoulders from the J.Paul Getty Museum is illustrated in Ancient Gems And Finger Rings written by Jeffrey
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, Silver

Ancient Javanese Gold Ring with Ruby Cabochon Java Indonesian Antique Solitaire
Located in London, GB
, Myanmar or Central Asia. The stones on ancient gem-encrusted Javanese rings were not only chosen for their
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Javanese Signet Rings

Materials

Ruby, Gold

Antique Ferahan Sarouk Rug, Majestic and Ancient Rare Gem
Located in Milwaukee, WI
High-End Collector's Antique Rug Majestic and Ancient Rare gem About: This is a fascinating piece
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Antique Early 1900s Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Paoletti Impronte, ‘Mussei Diversi’ Framed Plaster Cameo Seals, Rome c1800
Located in Richmond, GB
plaster casts of ancient gems was a fashionable pastime and a valuable ‘aide memoir’ of the mythologies
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19th Century More Art

Materials

Gold

Paoletti Impronte, ‘Mussei Diversi’ Framed Plaster Cameo Seals, Rome c1800
Located in Richmond, GB
plaster casts of ancient gems was a fashionable pastime and a valuable ‘aide memoir’ of the mythologies
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19th Century More Art

Materials

Gold

Paoletti Impronte, ‘Mussei Diversi’ Framed Plaster Cameo Seals, Rome c1800
Located in Richmond, GB
plaster casts of ancient gems was a fashionable pastime and a valuable ‘aide memoir’ of the mythologies
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19th Century More Art

Materials

Gold

Paoletti Impronte, ‘Mussei Diversi’ Framed Plaster Cameo Seals, Rome c1800
Located in Richmond, GB
plaster casts of ancient gems was a fashionable pastime and a valuable ‘aide memoir’ of the mythologies
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19th Century More Art

Materials

Gold

Paoletti Impronte, ‘Mussei Diversi’ Framed Plaster Cameo Seals, Rome c1800
Located in Richmond, GB
plaster casts of ancient gems was a fashionable pastime and a valuable ‘aide memoir’ of the mythologies
Category

19th Century More Art

Materials

Gold

Paoletti Impronte, ‘Mussei Diversi’ Framed Plaster Cameo Seals, Rome c1800
Located in Richmond, GB
plaster casts of ancient gems was a fashionable pastime and a valuable ‘aide memoir’ of the mythologies
Category

19th Century More Art

Materials

Gold

Paoletti Impronte, ‘Mussei Diversi’ Framed Plaster Cameo Seals, Rome c1800
Located in Richmond, GB
plaster casts of ancient gems was a fashionable pastime and a valuable ‘aide memoir’ of the mythologies
Category

19th Century More Art

Materials

Gold

Paoletti Impronte, ‘Mussei Diversi’ Framed Plaster Cameo Seals, Rome c1800
Located in Richmond, GB
plaster casts of ancient gems was a fashionable pastime and a valuable ‘aide memoir’ of the mythologies
Category

19th Century More Art

Materials

Gold

Paoletti Impronte, ‘Mussei Diversi’ Framed Plaster Cameo Seals, Rome c1800
Located in Richmond, GB
plaster casts of ancient gems was a fashionable pastime and a valuable ‘aide memoir’ of the mythologies
Category

19th Century More Art

Materials

Gold

Paoletti Impronte, ‘Mussei Diversi’ Framed Plaster Cameo Seals, Rome c1800
Located in Richmond, GB
plaster casts of ancient gems was a fashionable pastime and a valuable ‘aide memoir’ of the mythologies
Category

19th Century More Art

Materials

Gold

Paoletti Impronte, ‘Mussei Diversi’ Framed Plaster Cameo Seals, Rome c1800
Located in Richmond, GB
plaster casts of ancient gems was a fashionable pastime and a valuable ‘aide memoir’ of the mythologies
Category

19th Century More Art

Materials

Gold

Paoletti Impronte, ‘Mussei Diversi’ Framed Plaster Cameo Seals, Rome c1800
Located in Richmond, GB
plaster casts of ancient gems was a fashionable pastime and a valuable ‘aide memoir’ of the mythologies
Category

19th Century More Art

Materials

Gold

Paoletti Impronte, ‘Mussei Diversi’ Framed Plaster Cameo Seals, Rome c1800
Located in Richmond, GB
plaster casts of ancient gems was a fashionable pastime and a valuable ‘aide memoir’ of the mythologies
Category

19th Century More Art

Materials

Gold

Paoletti Impronte, ‘Mussei Diversi’ Framed Plaster Cameo Seals, Rome c1800
Located in Richmond, GB
plaster casts of ancient gems was a fashionable pastime and a valuable ‘aide memoir’ of the mythologies
Category

19th Century More Art

Materials

Gold

Lapis Lazuli Necklace with Sterling Silver Clasp
Located in Chesterland, OH
aggregate of several minerals. This ancient gem contains three minerals in varying amounts: lazurite
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver

Lapis Lazuli Necklace with Gold Clasp
Located in Chesterland, OH
of several minerals. This ancient gem contains three minerals in varying amounts: lazurite, calcite
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2010s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Gems T2
By Laura Berman
Located in West Des Moines, IA
into far away galaxies and ancient oddly-shaped pebbles that have never been touched before. My work
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Mixed Media

Materials

Monoprint

Gem P1
By Laura Berman
Located in West Des Moines, IA
into far away galaxies and ancient oddly-shaped pebbles that have never been touched before. My work
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Monoprint, Mixed Media

Lapis Lazuli Necklace With Agate Druzy Clasp
Located in Chesterland, OH
means it's an aggregate of several minerals. This ancient gem contains three minerals in varying amounts
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Lapis Lazuli, Druzy, Sterling Silver

On Ancient Ice
By Paul Nicklen
Located in Chicago, IL
On Ancient Ice Svalbard, Norway, 2007. 24 x 36 in / 61 x 91.4 cm / Edition of 20 31 x 46.5 in
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Color Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Lapis Lazuli Necklace With Vintage German Glass Scarab Clasp
Located in Chesterland, OH
aggregate of several minerals. This ancient gem contains three minerals in varying amounts: lazurite
Category

2010s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver

Ancient Roman Carved Emerald Brooch
Located in New Orleans, LA
An ancient Roman emerald carved with the features of a man's face is the center stone of this 19th
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Antique 19th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Silver

Ancient Roman Carved Emerald Brooch
Ancient Roman Carved Emerald Brooch
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W 2.5 in L 3.5 in
Ancient Roman Medusa Intaglio Earrings
Located in New Orleans, LA
examples of the ancient Roman intaglio technique. Paired with a 19th-century gold setting and accented by
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Dangle Earrings

Materials

22k Gold

Antique Renaissance Marriage Portrait Cameo in Gold Setting
Located in Chicago, IL
welcomed a revival in the ancient art of gem carving and cameos achieved renewed popularity. Important
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Antique 16th Century Renaissance Wedding Rings

Materials

Agate, Gold, Yellow Gold

Ancient Coin in 14K Gold Mount
Located in Venice, CA
We purchased this ancient coin from a coin dealer in Tucson, Arizona at the gem show—loving the
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Unknown Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

Ancient Coin in 14K Gold Mount
Ancient Coin in 14K Gold Mount
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H 0.88 in W 0.75 in
Bvlgari 'Monete' Ancient Coin Necklace, circa 1993
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Behold the Bulgari 'Monete' Ancient Coin Necklace — an exquisite blend of antiquity and luxury
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Late 20th Century Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Gold Italian Renaissance Cameo Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
of ancient gems served as models for contemporary hardstone artists. Following ancient practice, the
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Antique 16th Century Renaissance Fashion Rings

Materials

Gold

Renaissance Portrait Cameo of Emperor Vespasian in a Gold Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
Royal Collection, London (Piacenti-Aschengreen/Boardman, Modern and Ancient Gems and Jewels in the
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Antique 16th Century Italian Brooches

Materials

Agate, Gold

Kauri Sculpture in Solid Ancient Kauri Wood
Located in Kumeu, NZ
Icewood Ancient Kauri stump sculpture is a series of timeless colletables. Each one will give a
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21st Century and Contemporary New Zealand Dining Room Tables

Materials

Iron

Kauri Sculpture in Solid Ancient Kauri Wood
Kauri Sculpture in Solid Ancient Kauri Wood
H 66.93 in W 70.87 in D 59.06 in
5.80 Carats Natural Loose Included Aquamarine Ring Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
gem's natural brilliance. Ancient lore ascribes mystical properties to aquamarine, associating it with
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

5.80 Carats Natural Loose Included Aquamarine Ring Gem
5.80 Carats Natural Loose Included Aquamarine Ring Gem
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W 0.44 in D 0.28 in L 0.5 in
Kauri Coffee Table in Solid Ancient Kauri Wood
Located in Kumeu, NZ
ICEWOOD preserves this gem-like table. Dimension: 1.8L x 1.6W x 0.04H m Material: 50,000-year-old Ancient
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21st Century and Contemporary New Zealand Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron

Castellani Ancient Banded Agate Peacock Intaglio Gold Ring
By Castellani
Located in New York, NY
A lovely Ancient Roman gem. The orange and white banded agate intaglio is over 2000 years old. In
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2010s American Etruscan Revival Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, Gold, 18k Gold

Bulgari Monete Ancient Silver Coin Gold Bold Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Napoli, Italy
Bulgari 18k gold ring from Monete collection, featuring ancient Gallia Massalia silver coin
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Late 20th Century Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Aquamarine Heart Shape Gem 8.39 Carat Loose Stone
By Margherita Burgener
Located in Valenza , IT
customers. Nowadays, she repeats the ancient gestures of craftsmen and their increasingly rare, valuable
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

Aquamarine Heart Shape Gem 8.39 Carat Loose Stone
Aquamarine Heart Shape Gem 8.39 Carat Loose Stone
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W 0.63 in D 0.31 in L 0.45 in
Aquamarine Octagon Shape Gem 48.86 Carat Loose Stone
By Margherita Burgener
Located in Valenza , IT
repeats the ancient gestures of craftsmen and their increasingly rare, valuable skills with undiminished
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

Aquamarine Octagon Shape Gem 48.86 Carat Loose Stone
Aquamarine Octagon Shape Gem 48.86 Carat Loose Stone
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H 0.471 in W 0.762 in L 1.178 in
Pave Diamonds 13.35 Carats Bangle in Art-Deco Style
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
glint and displays outstanding craftsmanship. Inspired by the ancient silhouettes, this magnificent
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2010s Indian Art Deco Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Kauri Coffee Table in Solid Ancient Kauri Wood
Located in Kumeu, NZ
Modern Kauri dining table made from solid Ancient Swamp Kauri wood. A live edge Kauri dining
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21st Century and Contemporary New Zealand Dining Room Tables

Materials

Iron

Ancient Gilt Bronze Sitting on Lotus Buddha Statue
Located in 景德镇市, CN
This Ancient Gilt Bronze Sitting on Lotus Buddha Statue is very special and beautiful, Buddha
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Antique 19th Century Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Ancient Gilt Bronze Sitting on Lotus Buddha Statue
Ancient Gilt Bronze Sitting on Lotus Buddha Statue
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H 7.88 in W 4.73 in D 3.94 in
Egyptian Mesh, Jeweled Gem Colored Necklace 24K Electroplated
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
some bezels and scrolling. Circa 1970's and replicates the ancient Egyptian motif.
Category

20th Century Egyptian Egyptian Revival Choker Necklaces

Materials

22k Gold, Brass

Egyptian Lavender Jeweled Gem Colored Necklace 24K Electroplated
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
replicates the ancient Egyptian motif.
Category

20th Century Egyptian Egyptian Revival Choker Necklaces

Materials

24k Gold, Brass

Kauri Dining Table in Solid Ancient Kauri Wood
Located in Kumeu, NZ
For the limited edition, THE TITANS is a series of only 12 collectable Ancient Kauri stump tables
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21st Century and Contemporary New Zealand Dining Room Tables

Materials

Iron

Kauri Dining Table in Solid Ancient Kauri Wood
Kauri Dining Table in Solid Ancient Kauri Wood
H 31.5 in W 98.43 in D 66.93 in
Kauri Dining Table in Solid Ancient Kauri Wood
Located in Kumeu, NZ
For the limited edition, The Titans is a series of only 12 collectable Ancient Kauri stump tables
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21st Century and Contemporary New Zealand Dining Room Tables

Materials

Iron

Zolotas Yellow Gold and Gem Set Chimera Ring
By Zolotas
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s Zolotas Greece Chimera Head 18k Yellow Gold Ring, hand made with traditional Ancient
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Vintage 1980s Greek Classical Greek Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

19th Century Ancient Painting, the Last Supper, 1G02
Located in Bordeaux, FR
. Despite the passage of time, this antique gem continues to emanate a captivating allure, drawing viewers
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Antique 19th Century Paintings

Materials

Canvas

19th Century Ancient Painting, the Last Supper, 1G02
19th Century Ancient Painting, the Last Supper, 1G02
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H 0.79 in W 40.56 in D 18.51 in
Talisman V Rock Crystal Pendant Gem Mens Necklace
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
The Talismans is a small collection of 7 one-of-a-kind pieces inspired by ancient stone tools used
Category

2010s German Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal

Talisman V Rock Crystal Pendant Gem Mens Necklace
Talisman V Rock Crystal Pendant Gem Mens Necklace
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W 0.98 in D 0.39 in L 2.2 in
Unheated Purple Sapphire Ring Gem 0.75 Carat Loose Gemstone
Located in Makola, LK
you to as soon as posible. ABOUT CEYLON GEMS Sri Lanka’s gem industry has a very long and
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21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Padparadscha Sapphire

Unheated Purple Sapphire Ring Gem 0.75 Carat Loose Gemstone
Unheated Purple Sapphire Ring Gem 0.75 Carat Loose Gemstone
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W 0.25 in D 0.16 in L 0.32 in
1.45 Carat Natural Loose Emerald Gem From Swat, Pakistan
Located in Peshawar, PK
place in the world of gem enthusiasts and jewelry connoisseurs alike.Known as the birthstone for the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald

1.45 Carat Natural Loose Emerald Gem From Swat, Pakistan
1.45 Carat Natural Loose Emerald Gem From Swat, Pakistan
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W 0.22 in D 0.2 in L 0.3 in
9.40 Carats Natural Loose Imperial Golden Topaz Ring Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
fitting description for its fiery and captivating appearance. This gem belongs to the mineral family of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Topaz

9.40 Carats Natural Loose Imperial Golden Topaz Ring Gem
9.40 Carats Natural Loose Imperial Golden Topaz Ring Gem
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W 0.41 in D 0.32 in L 0.51 in
13.85 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Gem For Necklace Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
," which translates to "not intoxicated," reflecting the ancient belief that the stone could prevent
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Amethyst

13.85 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Gem For Necklace Jewelry
13.85 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Gem For Necklace Jewelry
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W 0.44 in D 0.38 in L 0.75 in
9.05 Carats Natural Loose Amethyst Ring Gem Brazil Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Greek word "amethystos," meaning "not intoxicated," as ancient Greeks believed it had the power to
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21st Century and Contemporary Bolivian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Amethyst

9.05 Carats Natural Loose Amethyst Ring Gem Brazil Mine
9.05 Carats Natural Loose Amethyst Ring Gem Brazil Mine
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W 0.49 in D 0.29 in L 0.6 in
Gorgeous 2.80 Carats Natural Loose Green Peridot Ring Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
mythology. The ancient Egyptians referred to it as the "gem of the sun" and believed it protected against
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones

Materials

Peridot

Gorgeous 2.80 Carats Natural Loose Green Peridot Ring Gem
Gorgeous 2.80 Carats Natural Loose Green Peridot Ring Gem
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W 0.25 in D 0.21 in L 0.37 in
Natural Brazilian Morganite 47.05 Carat Cushion Cut Loose Gem
By Margherita Burgener
Located in Valenza , IT
customers. Nowadays, she repeats the ancient gestures of craftsmen and their increasingly rare, valuable
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Morganite

Natural Brazilian Morganite 47.05 Carat Cushion Cut Loose Gem
Natural Brazilian Morganite 47.05 Carat Cushion Cut Loose Gem
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H 0.47 in W 0.77 in L 1.1 in
Lavender Jadeite Jade Ancient Gold Coin Pendant, Certified Untreated
By Luxe Pieces
Located in San Francisco, CA
This is an all natural, untreated jadeite jade carved ancient gold coin pendant set on a 18K white
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Gold

Chain Bracelet with Ancient Egypt Relief in Rose Gold
Located in Bilbao, ES
Beautiful bracelet in rose gold, with Ancient Egypt Relieves and safety clasp. Weight: 78.4gr
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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

Rose Gold

Natural Ukraine Heliodor 124.44 Carat Baguette Shape Loose Gem
By Margherita Burgener
Located in Valenza , IT
customers. Nowadays, she repeats the ancient gestures of craftsmen and their increasingly rare, valuable
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Beryl

Natural Ukraine Heliodor 63.59 Carat Oval Shape Loose Gem
By Margherita Burgener
Located in Valenza , IT
customers. Nowadays, she repeats the ancient gestures of craftsmen and their increasingly rare, valuable
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21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Beryl

Natural Ukraine Heliodor 63.59 Carat Oval Shape Loose Gem
Natural Ukraine Heliodor 63.59 Carat Oval Shape Loose Gem
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H 0.67 in W 0.84 in L 1.11 in
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Ancient Gem For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact ancient gem you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect ancient gem may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing ancient gem — no matter the origin — is easy, but Polya Medvedeva Jewellery, Intini Jewels and Sarosi By Timeless Gems each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Take a look at an ancient gem featuring diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also cabochon and oval cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an ancient gem, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Ancient Gem?

On average, an ancient gem at 1stDibs sells for $3,145, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $6,675,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.