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Antique Diamond Buckle

Victorian 9k/Sterling Silver Diamond Buckle Ring
Victorian 9k/Sterling Silver Diamond Buckle Ring

Victorian 9k/Sterling Silver Diamond Buckle Ring

Located in Narberth, PA

A gorgeous diamond buckle ring from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 9k rose gold and

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1880s Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rose Gold, 9k Gold, Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Natural Pearl Rose-cut Diamond Buckle Hidden Locket Bangle
Victorian 18 Karat Natural Pearl Rose-cut Diamond Buckle Hidden Locket Bangle

Victorian 18 Karat Natural Pearl Rose-cut Diamond Buckle Hidden Locket Bangle

Located in New York, NY

Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Pearl and Rose-cut Diamond Buckle Motif Bangle with Hidden

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Late 19th Century European High Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Sapphire and Diamond Buckle Ring
Antique Sapphire and Diamond Buckle Ring

Antique Sapphire and Diamond Buckle Ring

Located in London, GB

Here we have a striking Art Deco ring crafted from 18ct white gold into the shape of a belt buckle

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1920s Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

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

gold garnet and diamond buckle bracelet
gold garnet and diamond buckle bracelet

gold garnet and diamond buckle bracelet

Located in Amsterdam, NL

accented with rose-cut diamonds in between, secured by a gold safety chain to the other side of the

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1860s British Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Gold

Antique Art Deco 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Old Mine Diamond Buckle Pin
Antique Art Deco 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Old Mine Diamond Buckle Pin

Antique Art Deco 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Old Mine Diamond Buckle Pin

Located in Great Neck, NY

Beautiful Antique Art Deco 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Old Mine Diamond Buckle Pin. This beautiful pin

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1910s Unknown Art Deco Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique 0.38ct Diamond Buckle Ring in 18k Yellow Gold, Circa 1900
Antique 0.38ct Diamond Buckle Ring in 18k Yellow Gold, Circa 1900

Antique 0.38ct Diamond Buckle Ring in 18k Yellow Gold, Circa 1900

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

impressive diamond buckle ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The substantial ring has been crafted in

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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 0.10ct Diamond Buckle Ring, c.1880s
Victorian 0.10ct Diamond Buckle Ring, c.1880s

Victorian 0.10ct Diamond Buckle Ring, c.1880s

Located in London, GB

Dating to the Victorian era, this buckle ring is a wonderfully curious piece. Crafted in 18 carat

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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian English 18K Gold Diamond Buckle Ring
Victorian English 18K Gold Diamond Buckle Ring

Victorian English 18K Gold Diamond Buckle Ring

Located in Houston, TX

18K yellow gold buckle ring with hallmarks indicating ring was made in London in 1917. Features

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Early 20th Century English Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique English 18K Gold and Diamond Buckle Ring
Antique English 18K Gold and Diamond Buckle Ring

Antique English 18K Gold and Diamond Buckle Ring

Located in New York, NY

Made in Chester, this 18K gold English strap and buckle ring is set with an old mine-cut diamond

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Late 19th Century Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Paris Antique Gold Silver Guilloche Diamond Buckle Clip
Cartier Paris Antique Gold Silver Guilloche Diamond Buckle Clip

Cartier Paris Antique Gold Silver Guilloche Diamond Buckle Clip

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Exquisite antique silver and 18k gold buckle clip by Cartier. Adorned with rose cut diamonds and

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Buckle Ring, Chester 1898, Unisex
Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Buckle Ring, Chester 1898, Unisex

Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Buckle Ring, Chester 1898, Unisex

Located in Malmö, Skåne län

This beautiful 18 karat and diamond Victorian buckle ring is in great condition. Hallmarked Chester

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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Star Set Diamond Buckle/Belt Ring
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Star Set Diamond Buckle/Belt Ring

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Star Set Diamond Buckle/Belt Ring

Located in Brighton, GB

natural diamond, and the buckle on the ring represents an eternal loop, which has long been regarded as a

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18ct Yellow Gold, Star Set Diamond Buckle / Belt Ring, Hallmarked Chester 1917
18ct Yellow Gold, Star Set Diamond Buckle / Belt Ring, Hallmarked Chester 1917

18ct Yellow Gold, Star Set Diamond Buckle / Belt Ring, Hallmarked Chester 1917

Located in Brighton, GB

loyalty. It features a star-set natural diamond, and the faceted buckle on the ring represents an eternal

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Gold, Star Set Diamond Buckle/Belt Ring, Hallmarked London 1915
Antique 18ct Gold, Star Set Diamond Buckle/Belt Ring, Hallmarked London 1915

Antique 18ct Gold, Star Set Diamond Buckle/Belt Ring, Hallmarked London 1915

Located in Brighton, GB

features a star-set natural diamond, and the faceted buckle on the ring represents an eternal loop, which

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Early 20th Century English Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Diamond and Silver Upon Gold Buckle Brooch, circa 1890
Antique Diamond and Silver Upon Gold Buckle Brooch, circa 1890

Antique Diamond and Silver Upon Gold Buckle Brooch, circa 1890

Located in London, GB

An antique Belle Époque diamond buckle design brooch, with old-cut diamonds, with an estimated

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1890s Austrian Late Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Victorian 18k French Diamond & Enamel Buckle-Motif Earrings
Victorian 18k French Diamond & Enamel Buckle-Motif Earrings

Victorian 18k French Diamond & Enamel Buckle-Motif Earrings

Located in Narberth, PA

A delightful pair of diamond buckle earrings from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 18k

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1880s Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Platinum and Diamond Bucherer Ladies Wrist Watch
Art Deco Platinum and Diamond Bucherer Ladies Wrist Watch

Art Deco Platinum and Diamond Bucherer Ladies Wrist Watch

By Bucherer

Located in Chicago, IL

carats. Satin cord strap with Platinum and Diamond fittings and Platinum and Diamond Buckle. 17 Jewel

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1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique George V 0.18Ct Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Buckle Ring (1919)
Antique George V 0.18Ct Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Buckle Ring (1919)

Antique George V 0.18Ct Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Buckle Ring (1919)

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine and impressive antique diamond buckle ring in 18 karat yellow gold; part of our diverse

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1910s Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Victorian diamond and enamel sash buckle, circa 1860.
Victorian diamond and enamel sash buckle, circa 1860.

Victorian diamond and enamel sash buckle, circa 1860.

Located in London, GB

Victorian diamond and enamel sash buckle. Vibrant blue baisse taille enamelled border set with

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1860s Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Buckle Rose-cut Diamonds Gold Silver Choker Bracelet, 1890
Buckle Rose-cut Diamonds Gold Silver Choker Bracelet, 1890

Buckle Rose-cut Diamonds Gold Silver Choker Bracelet, 1890

Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv

Antique Buckle in Gold and Silver with Rose-Cut Diamonds, French, circa 1890 A magnificent late

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Late 19th Century Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

1860s Victorian Diamond and Ruby Yellow Gold Belt Buckle
1860s Victorian Diamond and Ruby Yellow Gold Belt Buckle

1860s Victorian Diamond and Ruby Yellow Gold Belt Buckle

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional Victorian 0.19 carat ruby and 0.18 carat diamond, 20 karat yellow gold belt buckle

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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Victorian 18KT Gold Snake Belt Buckle with Ruby, Sapphire & Diamonds
Victorian 18KT Gold Snake Belt Buckle with Ruby, Sapphire & Diamonds

Victorian 18KT Gold Snake Belt Buckle with Ruby, Sapphire & Diamonds

Located in Braintree, GB

An exceptional Victorian period snake clip belt buckle crafted primarily in rich 18KT yellow gold

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1890s British Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Paris Rare Blue Enamel Diamond Vermeil Belt Buckle
Cartier Paris Rare Blue Enamel Diamond Vermeil Belt Buckle

Cartier Paris Rare Blue Enamel Diamond Vermeil Belt Buckle

By Cartier

Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL

Rare 1900's Cartier belt buckle with flower motifs set with old mine cut diamonds. Signed 'Cartier

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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Vermeil

Vintage 1920s Platinum Stamped, Diamond & Ruby Buckle Style Cocktail Ring
Vintage 1920s Platinum Stamped, Diamond & Ruby Buckle Style Cocktail Ring

Vintage 1920s Platinum Stamped, Diamond & Ruby Buckle Style Cocktail Ring

Located in Brighton, GB

Vintage Buckle Style Cocktail Ring Platinum Stamped Circa 1920s This exquisite platinum buckle

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Early 20th Century European Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Italian Art Deco Weingrill Sapphire Diamond Clip Buckle Bangle18 KT
Italian Art Deco Weingrill Sapphire Diamond Clip Buckle Bangle18 KT

Italian Art Deco Weingrill Sapphire Diamond Clip Buckle Bangle18 KT

By Carlo Weingrill

Located in Napoli, IT

piece superbly designed as a buckle enhanced with carre cut Sapphires and Diamonds - versatile ways to

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1920s Italian Art Deco Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Art Deco 16.98 CTW Sapphire Diamond Platinum Vintage Buckle Line Bracelet
Art Deco 16.98 CTW Sapphire Diamond Platinum Vintage Buckle Line Bracelet

Art Deco 16.98 CTW Sapphire Diamond Platinum Vintage Buckle Line Bracelet

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Featuring old European cut diamonds bead set throughout strap, buckles, and hinge links Weighing

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1920s Art Deco Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Antique Two Tone Gold 0.22ctw Diamond White Enamel Buckle Band Ring
Antique Two Tone Gold 0.22ctw Diamond White Enamel Buckle Band Ring

Antique Two Tone Gold 0.22ctw Diamond White Enamel Buckle Band Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

--Stone(s):-- (16) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Single Cut - Pave Set - Lively White Diamond Color

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19th Century Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Cartier Paris Belle Epoque Garland Style Enamel Diamond Gold Belt Buckle
Cartier Paris Belle Epoque Garland Style Enamel Diamond Gold Belt Buckle

Cartier Paris Belle Epoque Garland Style Enamel Diamond Gold Belt Buckle

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Cartier enamel and diamond belt buckle. French The domed rectangular buckle decorated with green

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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Enamel

1920s Ollendorff Platinum & Diamond Art Deco Swiss Wristwatch, 2.0ct Total
1920s Ollendorff Platinum & Diamond Art Deco Swiss Wristwatch, 2.0ct Total

1920s Ollendorff Platinum & Diamond Art Deco Swiss Wristwatch, 2.0ct Total

Located in North Attleboro, MA

including 30 chevron-set links and diamond buckles • Case and bracelet with intricate milgrain and geometric

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1920s American Art Deco Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Antique Victorian Diamond Pearl Brooch/Pendant Buckle Shape 18K Gold - c.1890
Antique Victorian Diamond Pearl Brooch/Pendant Buckle Shape 18K Gold - c.1890

Antique Victorian Diamond Pearl Brooch/Pendant Buckle Shape 18K Gold - c.1890

Located in London, GB

.1890. The brooch features a very intricate yet well crafted design of a buckle set with diamonds and

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1890s Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

15 Karat Chased "Belt & Buckle" Motif Antique Locket, circa 1880
15 Karat Chased "Belt & Buckle" Motif Antique Locket, circa 1880

15 Karat Chased "Belt & Buckle" Motif Antique Locket, circa 1880

Located in Baltimore, MD

sided chased 15K locket can be worn with the belt buckle motif on the one side or the old cut diamond

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1880s British Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold

Platinum, 18K, And 9K White Gold Assembled Art Deco Indicolite Diamond Bracelet
Platinum, 18K, And 9K White Gold Assembled Art Deco Indicolite Diamond Bracelet

Platinum, 18K, And 9K White Gold Assembled Art Deco Indicolite Diamond Bracelet

Located in Seattle, WA

each other using 18k white gold jump rings. The diamond links are platinum. The buckle clasp is 8k

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Early 19th Century Art Deco Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Indicolite, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Ladies Dress Shoes. Plate XI.
Ladies Dress Shoes. Plate XI.

T. Watson Greig 1Ladies Dress Shoes. Plate XI., 1900

$975

H 17.38 in W 11.13 in D 0.98 in

Ladies Dress Shoes. Plate XI.

By T. Watson Greig 1

Located in New York, NY

place by a strap, which would require a diamond or silver buckle to fasten it at the side, not visible

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Early 1900s Naturalistic Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Lithograph

Recent Sales

1.50 Carat Diamond Buckle Ring
1.50 Carat Diamond Buckle Ring

1.50 Carat Diamond Buckle Ring

Located in Napoli, IT

Be Mine! An outstanding authentic Art Deco ring in beautiful Buckle design 1925 ca hand crafted as

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1920s Art Deco Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Victorian Hinged 'Mizpah' Diamond Buckle Ring
Victorian Hinged 'Mizpah' Diamond Buckle Ring

Victorian Hinged 'Mizpah' Diamond Buckle Ring

Located in Brooklyn, NY

coherence of it's theme: the buckle (or garter) is a symbol of fidelity; the diamond, of faithfulness; and

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1880s British Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Early 1900s Diamond Buckle Bracelet by Love and Object
Early 1900s Diamond Buckle Bracelet by Love and Object

Early 1900s Diamond Buckle Bracelet by Love and Object

Located in Auckland, New Zealand

.. this 15 karat solid yellow gold bangle with ornate buckle detailing is set by hand with 12 old rose cut

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Early 1900s New Zealand Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold

Edwardian Diamond Buckle Ring 18 Carat Gold Dated London 1915 Wedding Ring
Edwardian Diamond Buckle Ring 18 Carat Gold Dated London 1915 Wedding Ring

Edwardian Diamond Buckle Ring 18 Carat Gold Dated London 1915 Wedding Ring

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

and straps of the buckle. Each Diamond is old cushion cut and sits in a lovely star burst gallery

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1910s British Edwardian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Hallmarked 18 Carat Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire and Diamond Buckle Ring
Antique Hallmarked 18 Carat Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire and Diamond Buckle Ring

Antique Hallmarked 18 Carat Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire and Diamond Buckle Ring

Located in Splitter's Creek, NSW

This beautifully preserved Antique (Victorian) Buckle Ring is set with a Diamond as the centrepiece

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1890s British Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Carved Ruby and Diamond Bracelet by Trabert & Hoeffer, Mauboussin
Art Deco Carved Ruby and Diamond Bracelet by Trabert & Hoeffer, Mauboussin

Art Deco Carved Ruby and Diamond Bracelet by Trabert & Hoeffer, Mauboussin

By Trabert & Hoeffer Mauboussin

Located in San Francisco, CA

and sparkling single-cut diamonds secured by a classic pavé-set diamond buckle clasp. Unsigned, but

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1920s Art Deco Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

1920s Diamond Gold Buckle Cuff
1920s Diamond Gold Buckle Cuff

1920s Diamond Gold Buckle Cuff

Unavailable

W 0.25 in Dm 2.25 in

1920s Diamond Gold Buckle Cuff

Located in San Francisco, CA

A decorative open motif hinge cuff, with just the right amount of diamond sparkle! The bracelet is

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

White Diamond, 14k Gold

Victorian Diamond Set Gold Buckle Ring
Victorian Diamond Set Gold Buckle Ring

Victorian Diamond Set Gold Buckle Ring

Located in London, GB

This buckle ring has a strong look. It was made in 1897 and has been set with an 80 point diamond

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1890s English Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Betteridge Art Deco Diamonds Onyx Buckle Brooch
Betteridge Art Deco Diamonds Onyx Buckle Brooch

Betteridge Art Deco Diamonds Onyx Buckle Brooch

By Betteridge

Located in Munich, DE

geometrical design a bit like a stylized buckle. The craftmanship is very detailed with carved onyx and round

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1910s American Art Deco Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold Diamond Turquoise & Pearl Buckle Ring
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold Diamond Turquoise & Pearl Buckle Ring

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold Diamond Turquoise & Pearl Buckle Ring

Located in Splitter's Creek, NSW

What a fabulous Item of Antiquity this beautifully preserved & very hard to source Buckle Ring is

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1870s British Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 1.25 Carat F-G Diamond Ruby Platinum Buckle Ring
Art Deco 1.25 Carat F-G Diamond Ruby Platinum Buckle Ring

Art Deco 1.25 Carat F-G Diamond Ruby Platinum Buckle Ring

Located in Calabasas, CA

Beautiful Art Deco Buckle Ring featuring 1 pear-shaped old mine-cut diamond: 1.25 carats, Color: F

Category

1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Stunning Art Deco Platinum 2.88 ct. Diamond Sapphire Buckle Strap Bracelet--Smal
Stunning Art Deco Platinum 2.88 ct. Diamond Sapphire Buckle Strap Bracelet--Smal

Stunning Art Deco Platinum 2.88 ct. Diamond Sapphire Buckle Strap Bracelet--Smal

Located in Santa Rosa, CA

full of diamonds and synthetic sapphires in a handsome buckle motif... This beauty will accommodate a

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Oversized Victorian Buckle Locket and Chain
Oversized Victorian Buckle Locket and Chain

Oversized Victorian Buckle Locket and Chain

Located in Wynnewood, PA

locket is detailed with a raised buckle design in the center that gives it a 3-dimensional look with

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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Signed Boucheron Paris Platinum Diamond Panel Bracelet

Signed Boucheron Paris Platinum Diamond Panel Bracelet

By Boucheron

Located in Sydney, AU

round brilliant cut diamonds in Octagonal settings, flanked by 6 baguette cut diamonds and buckle style

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

A Rare CARTIER Art Deco Diamond and Onyx Watch
A Rare CARTIER Art Deco Diamond and Onyx Watch

A Rare CARTIER Art Deco Diamond and Onyx Watch

Located in New York , NY

band has the most unusual original matching calibre cut onyx and diamond set buckle deployant. Movement

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1910s French Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond

Art Deco Geometric 10.00 Carat Diamond Platinum Bracelet
Art Deco Geometric 10.00 Carat Diamond Platinum Bracelet

Art Deco Geometric 10.00 Carat Diamond Platinum Bracelet

Located in Edinburgh, GB

baguette cut and round brilliant cut diamonds, joined by buckle style links in white claw and millegrain

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco 3.94 Carat Natural Sugarloaf Sapphire Platinum Ring
Art Deco 3.94 Carat Natural Sugarloaf Sapphire Platinum Ring

Art Deco 3.94 Carat Natural Sugarloaf Sapphire Platinum Ring

Located in Essex, GB

bright. The sapphire is secured in a four-claw collet with buckle shaped, diamond set shoulders above

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Onyx  and Diamond Buckle Bracelet

Art Deco Onyx and Diamond Buckle Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

An Art Deco onyx and diamond buckle motif bracelet, set in platinum. Diamond atw. 2.77 cts.

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Antique Victorian Platinum and 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Buckle
Antique Victorian Platinum and 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Buckle

Antique Victorian Platinum and 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Buckle

Located in Great Neck, NY

Stunning Victorian diamond buckle that can be converted into a pendant, and pin. 2 of the diamonds

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Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Victorian Diamond Buckle Ring
Victorian Diamond Buckle Ring

Victorian Diamond Buckle Ring

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Buckle motif jewelry was popularized by Queen Victoria, as she was known to favor this theme. This

Category

1880s Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Diamond Buckle Ring
Victorian Diamond Buckle Ring

Victorian Diamond Buckle Ring

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Buckle motif jewelry was popularized by Queen Victoria, as she was known to favor this theme. This

Category

1880s Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco Platinum Single Cut Diamond Buckle Eternity Band
Antique Art Deco Platinum Single Cut Diamond Buckle Eternity Band

Antique Art Deco Platinum Single Cut Diamond Buckle Eternity Band

Located in Great Neck, NY

Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Single Cut Diamond Buckle Eternity Band - Size 6 3/4. This

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1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Gold and Diamond Buckle Ring

Antique Gold and Diamond Buckle Ring

Located in New York, NY

An antique gold ring of buckle design, set with diamonds, in 18k. Birmingham, England

Category

Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Victorian French Rose Cut Diamond Buckle Bracelet
Victorian French Rose Cut Diamond Buckle Bracelet

Victorian French Rose Cut Diamond Buckle Bracelet

Located in Narberth, PA

diamonds at the front. In the center of the buckle design is a single old Mine Cut diamond weighing

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1880s French Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Vintage 18ct Gold 1930s Royal Blue Enamel & Rose Cut Diamond Buckle/Belt Ring
Vintage 18ct Gold 1930s Royal Blue Enamel & Rose Cut Diamond Buckle/Belt Ring

Vintage 18ct Gold 1930s Royal Blue Enamel & Rose Cut Diamond Buckle/Belt Ring

Located in Brighton, GB

diamond buckle. This timeless piece elegantly captures the essence of the era with its intricate design

Category

Early 20th Century English Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique Taille D’Epargne Emerald Diamond Buckle Bracelet
Antique Taille D’Epargne Emerald Diamond Buckle Bracelet

Antique Taille D’Epargne Emerald Diamond Buckle Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

Antique Victorian Taille d’Epargne buckle bracelet embellished with emeralds and diamonds. Matching

Category

Late 19th Century Late Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

Antique Taille d’Epargne Emerald Diamond Buckle Bracelet
Antique Taille d’Epargne Emerald Diamond Buckle Bracelet

Antique Taille d’Epargne Emerald Diamond Buckle Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

Antique Victorian Taille d’Epargne buckle bracelet embellished with emeralds and diamonds. Matching

Category

Late 19th Century Late Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

English Victorian Enamel and Diamond Buckle Motif Locket
English Victorian Enamel and Diamond Buckle Motif Locket

English Victorian Enamel and Diamond Buckle Motif Locket

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

A charming bit of antique treasure, made of 15 karat yellow gold and decorated with a buckle motif

Category

1880s Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian 18 Carat Yellow Gold Diamond Buckle Ring
Victorian 18 Carat Yellow Gold Diamond Buckle Ring

Victorian 18 Carat Yellow Gold Diamond Buckle Ring

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

1860. The buckle design is embellished with three old mine cut diamonds and delightfully hang engraved

Category

Mid-19th Century Antique Diamond Buckle

Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Engraved Diamond Buckle Ring
Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Engraved Diamond Buckle Ring

Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Engraved Diamond Buckle Ring

Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB

buckle, set with two rose cut diamonds, in 18 karat yellow gold. This beautiful Edwardian ring is formed

Category

1910s Edwardian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Gold and Diamond Mesh Buckle Ring
Vintage Gold and Diamond Mesh Buckle Ring

Vintage Gold and Diamond Mesh Buckle Ring

Located in New York, NY

while the diamond buckle truly sparkles. This is without question the most stunning buckle ring that we

Category

19th Century Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Gold Buckle Ring with Diamonds and Repousse Border HM 1899
Gold Buckle Ring with Diamonds and Repousse Border HM 1899

Gold Buckle Ring with Diamonds and Repousse Border HM 1899

Located in Baltimore, MD

18K gold buckle ring with an etched pointed star which houses a diamond and an ornate border

Category

1890s Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

Tiffany Art Deco Onyx and Diamond Bracelet

Tiffany Art Deco Onyx and Diamond Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

An Art Deco onyx line bracelet with a diamond buckle, in platinum. Tiffany & Co. Diamond atw. 0.20

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Set Gold Buckle Ring
Diamond Set Gold Buckle Ring

Diamond Set Gold Buckle Ring

Located in Litchfield, CT

Circa 1869, 9k, England. This Victorian buckle ring has a vintage elegance to its look. The folk

Category

1860s British Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Large Diamond Gold Buckle Locket
Victorian Large Diamond Gold Buckle Locket

Victorian Large Diamond Gold Buckle Locket

Located in Narberth, PA

top to the bottom. The buckle has 2 small old Mine cut diamond stones set within the notches of the

Category

1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Gold Buckle Earrings
Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Gold Buckle Earrings

Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Gold Buckle Earrings

Located in Narberth, PA

A wonderful pair of 15kt yellow gold buckle earrings from the Victorian (ca1880) era! Of English

Category

Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold

Antique Diamonds and Sapphires Platinum Buckle Bracelet
Antique Diamonds and Sapphires Platinum Buckle Bracelet

Antique Diamonds and Sapphires Platinum Buckle Bracelet

Located in Southampton, PA

luxuriously decorated with a resplendent blend of diamonds and sapphires that, respectively, amount to

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Victorian Natural Ruby Diamond Gold Weaved Buckle Bracelet
Victorian Natural Ruby Diamond Gold Weaved Buckle Bracelet

Victorian Natural Ruby Diamond Gold Weaved Buckle Bracelet

Located in Narberth, PA

Burmese rubies are set within the face of the buckle as well as four old Cushion Mine Cut diamonds. The

Category

1880s Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 15k Gold

1860s Victorian Diamond and Ruby Yellow Gold Belt Buckle
1860s Victorian Diamond and Ruby Yellow Gold Belt Buckle

1860s Victorian Diamond and Ruby Yellow Gold Belt Buckle

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional Victorian 0.19 carat ruby and 0.18 carat diamond, 20 karat yellow gold belt buckle

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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Antique Ruby Diamond Silver and Gold Buckle Bracelet, Circa 1890
Antique Ruby Diamond Silver and Gold Buckle Bracelet, Circa 1890

Antique Ruby Diamond Silver and Gold Buckle Bracelet, Circa 1890

Located in London, GB

A late 19th century, gold mesh mail buckle bracelet, set with Burma rubies and rose-cut diamonds

Category

1890s British Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Silver

Victorian Blue Enamel Half-Pearl Diamond Gold Buckle Motif Bracelet
Victorian Blue Enamel Half-Pearl Diamond Gold Buckle Motif Bracelet

Victorian Blue Enamel Half-Pearl Diamond Gold Buckle Motif Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

An antique gold bangle bracelet with a double-buckle motif comprised of half-pearls and diamonds

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1870s Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold

Victorian Ruby & Diamond Set Yellow Gold Buckle Ring Circa 1910
Victorian Ruby & Diamond Set Yellow Gold Buckle Ring Circa 1910

Victorian Ruby & Diamond Set Yellow Gold Buckle Ring Circa 1910

Located in ADELAIDE, SA

This Victorian gold buckle ring is set with a ruby and a diamond. The buckle and the loops are well

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1910s Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Rose Gold Rose Cut Diamond Flexible Buckle Ring
Antique Victorian 18K Rose Gold Rose Cut Diamond Flexible Buckle Ring

Antique Victorian 18K Rose Gold Rose Cut Diamond Flexible Buckle Ring

Located in Great Neck, NY

Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Rose Gold Rose Cut Diamond Flexible Buckle Ring. This unqieu

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1890s Unknown Art Deco Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

HM Sheffield 1895 18 Karat Wide Buckle Ring with Star Diamond
HM Sheffield 1895 18 Karat Wide Buckle Ring with Star Diamond

HM Sheffield 1895 18 Karat Wide Buckle Ring with Star Diamond

Located in Baltimore, MD

This sturdy and bold 18K Victorian buckle ring, hallmarked Sheffield, for the year 1895 with one

Category

1880s British Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

1910s 0.15 Carat Diamond and Pearl, 18 Carat Yellow Gold 'Buckle' Ring
1910s 0.15 Carat Diamond and Pearl, 18 Carat Yellow Gold 'Buckle' Ring

1910s 0.15 Carat Diamond and Pearl, 18 Carat Yellow Gold 'Buckle' Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine and impressive antique 0.15 carat diamond and pearl, 18 karat yellow gold buckle style dress

Category

1910s Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Walker & Hall Victorian Old Mine Diamond 18 Karat Gold Buckle Band Ring
Walker & Hall Victorian Old Mine Diamond 18 Karat Gold Buckle Band Ring

Walker & Hall Victorian Old Mine Diamond 18 Karat Gold Buckle Band Ring

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Band style ring designed as polished gold buckle Centering a star set old mine cut diamond

Category

1880s British Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique 18K Victorian Buckle Ring, Circa 1890 0.11ctw Old Mine Cut Diamonds
Antique 18K Victorian Buckle Ring, Circa 1890 0.11ctw Old Mine Cut Diamonds

Antique 18K Victorian Buckle Ring, Circa 1890 0.11ctw Old Mine Cut Diamonds

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

A Victorian treasure, this antique buckle ring is set with a pair of old mine cut diamonds and

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1890s English Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian Old Mine Cut Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Buckle Ring
Victorian Old Mine Cut Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Buckle Ring

Victorian Old Mine Cut Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Buckle Ring

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Timeless Victorian buckle ring handcrafted in 18 karat yellow gold. The ring features 2 Old Mine

Category

Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18K Buckle Ring Hallmarked 1915
Antique 18K Buckle Ring Hallmarked 1915

Antique 18K Buckle Ring Hallmarked 1915

Located in Baltimore, MD

band buckle ring. The ring additionally has two star set cushion cut diamonds set flush with the band

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Early 20th Century English Late Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Diamond and Ruby Belt Buckle Bracelet Set in 18k Rose Gold, circa 1940
Diamond and Ruby Belt Buckle Bracelet Set in 18k Rose Gold, circa 1940

Diamond and Ruby Belt Buckle Bracelet Set in 18k Rose Gold, circa 1940

Located in London, England

An iconic retro diamond belt buckle bracelet set in 18k rose gold, circa 1940. The bracelet is

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Early 20th Century British Retro Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Deco Buckle Ring Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold circa 1918 Vintage Jewelry
Antique Deco Buckle Ring Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold circa 1918 Vintage Jewelry

Antique Deco Buckle Ring Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold circa 1918 Vintage Jewelry

Located in Torrance, CA

Finely detailed antique buckle ring (circa 1918), crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. Two estimated

Category

Early 20th Century British Art Deco Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Late Victorian Old Mine Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Buckle Band Ring
Late Victorian Old Mine Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Buckle Band Ring

Late Victorian Old Mine Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Buckle Band Ring

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as a wide band ring with dimensional buckle motif Comprised of raised fastener and grooved

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Early 1900s Late Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18 Karat Yellow Gold Belt Buckle Ring
Antique 18 Karat Yellow Gold Belt Buckle Ring

Antique 18 Karat Yellow Gold Belt Buckle Ring

Located in Coral Gables, FL

18 Karat Yellow Gold Buckle Ring Featuring 1 Old Mine Cut Diamond Weighing Approximately 0.10

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Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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By Van Cleef & Arpels

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1970s French Modernist Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Antique Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Secret Locket Bracelet
Large Antique Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Secret Locket Bracelet

Large Antique Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Secret Locket Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

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Early 20th Century Romantic Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Diamond Sapphire Target Platinum Engagement Cocktail Dress Ring
Art Deco Style Diamond Sapphire Target Platinum Engagement Cocktail Dress Ring

Art Deco Style Diamond Sapphire Target Platinum Engagement Cocktail Dress Ring

Located in Lisbon, PT

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Early 2000s Unknown Art Deco Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Braided Basket Weave Snake Wrap Wrist Bangle Bracelet
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Braided Basket Weave Snake Wrap Wrist Bangle Bracelet

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Braided Basket Weave Snake Wrap Wrist Bangle Bracelet

Located in Montclair, NJ

--Stone(s):-- (2) Natural Genuine Emeralds - Round Cut - Pave Set - Vivid Green Color Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 32.72 Grams Type: Wrap Wrist Bangle Length: Will comfor...

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21st Century and Contemporary Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Emerald, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 3ct Round-Cut Diamond Solitaire Signet Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 3ct Round-Cut Diamond Solitaire Signet Ring in 18K Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 3ct Round-Cut Diamond Solitaire Signet Ring in 18K Yellow Gold

Located in Jaipur, RJ

Commanding in presence and refined in detail, The Imperial Light solitaire signet ring is a masterclass in contemporary opulence. At its heart gleams a breathtaking 3-carat natural r...

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2010s Indian Art Deco Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.65 Carat Elongated Cushion Diamond Engagement Ring
3.65 Carat Elongated Cushion Diamond Engagement Ring

3.65 Carat Elongated Cushion Diamond Engagement Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

16.97 Carat Octagon Brazilian Emerald Tennis Line Yellow Gold Bracelet
16.97 Carat Octagon Brazilian Emerald Tennis Line Yellow Gold Bracelet

16.97 Carat Octagon Brazilian Emerald Tennis Line Yellow Gold Bracelet

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16.97 Carat Octagon Brazilian Emerald Tennis Line Yellow Gold Bracelet

By Vaibhav Dhadda

Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

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HERMES  Chaine D'ancre 18k Yellow Gold Toggle Large Link Bracelet, 99gram

HERMES Chaine D'ancre 18k Yellow Gold Toggle Large Link Bracelet, 99gram

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

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1990s Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Yellow Gold

A Victorian gold and turquoise serpent necklace
A Victorian gold and turquoise serpent necklace

A Victorian gold and turquoise serpent necklace

Located in London, GB

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1840s British Early Victorian Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Turquoise, Gold

Heavy Long 18k Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
Heavy Long 18k Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

Heavy Long 18k Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

Located in Bernardsville, NJ

This 18k yellow gold necklace is crafted to be substantial and weighty, giving it a bold and luxurious feel when worn. The necklace can be worn as a standalone piece or paired with ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jay Feder 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Accent Wide Cuff Bracelet
Jay Feder 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Accent Wide Cuff Bracelet

Jay Feder 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Accent Wide Cuff Bracelet

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Jay Feder 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Accent Wide Cuff Bracelet The bracelet is 2.5 inches in diameter and 1 1/8 inches wide. Total weight is 71.5 grams. Please view our photos and vid...

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Early 2000s Antique Diamond Buckle

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Antique Diamond Buckle For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact antique diamond buckle you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Making the right choice when shopping for an antique diamond buckle may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Today, if you’re looking for an old european cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes old mine cut and round cut alternatives. When shopping for an antique diamond buckle, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Antique Diamond Buckle?

On average, an antique diamond buckle at 1stDibs sells for $1,775, while they’re typically $545 on the low end and $18,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.