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Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

Antique Chinese Hand Painted Jewelry Box, Red Lacquer, Circa 1900-1940
Antique Chinese Hand Painted Jewelry Box, Red Lacquer, Circa 1900-1940

Antique Chinese Hand Painted Jewelry Box, Red Lacquer, Circa 1900-1940

Located in Pomona, CA

It was also used for jewelry or valuable stuffs. Size: 6in H x 9.5in W x 9.5in D Origin: China Circa: 1900-1940 Material: Wood Condition: Original finished, Handcraft, Hand painted,...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

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Wood

Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Dangle Earrings Circa 1940's
Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Dangle Earrings Circa 1940's

Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Dangle Earrings Circa 1940's

Located in Stamford, CT

Late Art Deco, 1940's Original aqua and diamond earrings. 2 emerald cut elongated aquamarines 16.70cts set in platinum with 2 emerald and 30 round cut accent diamonds. 2 greenish b...

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Early 20th Century Revival Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Marvin 14k Rose Gold circa 1940's Wrist Watch
Marvin 14k Rose Gold circa 1940's Wrist Watch

Marvin 14k Rose Gold circa 1940's Wrist Watch

By Marvin

Located in Wailea, HI

Vintage Marvin 14K Gold Square Wristwatch, circa 1940s – Swiss Precision in Art Deco EleganceStep into the golden age of horology with this rare Marvin square wristwatch, a masterpie...

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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

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14k Gold, Rose Gold

Rare & Exceptional: Wasslikoff Cat’s Eye & Diamond Platinum Bracelet Circa 1940
Rare & Exceptional: Wasslikoff Cat’s Eye & Diamond Platinum Bracelet Circa 1940

Rare & Exceptional: Wasslikoff Cat’s Eye & Diamond Platinum Bracelet Circa 1940

Located in Wailea, HI

Rare & Exceptional: Wasslikoff Cat’s Eye & Diamond Platinum Bracelet – Circa 1940 Experience the allure of a true collector’s piece—this extraordinary Cat’s Eye and Diamond Bracelet...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

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Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Platinum

Krementz Diamond Rose Yellow Green Gold Flower Leaf Brooch, Circa 1940
Krementz Diamond Rose Yellow Green Gold Flower Leaf Brooch, Circa 1940

Krementz Diamond Rose Yellow Green Gold Flower Leaf Brooch, Circa 1940

By Krementz & Co

Located in Stamford, CT

Diamond flower Brooch by Krementz. 14k rose gold rose with a center diamond, attached to a 14k yellow gold oval bas with 14k green gold leaves. On Peter's now famous green gold scal...

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Early 20th Century Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Carved Emerald Diamond Brooch in Platinum, Circa 1920-1940
Art Deco Carved Emerald Diamond Brooch in Platinum, Circa 1920-1940

Art Deco Carved Emerald Diamond Brooch in Platinum, Circa 1920-1940

Located in New York, NY

This striking Art Deco brooch features a carved emerald cameo centerpiece, framed with pavé and baguette diamonds. Crafted in platinum, its bold symmetry and architectural curves ech...

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Retro Ruby and Diamond Ring Circa 1940's in 18k Rose Gold
Retro Ruby and Diamond Ring Circa 1940's in 18k Rose Gold

Retro Ruby and Diamond Ring Circa 1940's in 18k Rose Gold

Located in Wailea, HI

Retro Ruby and Diamond Ring Circa 1940's in 18k Rose Gold 3 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds Weighing .50 Carats Approximately 12 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds Weighing .35 Carats Approxi...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Retro Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Smart and Sexy Platinum Diamond Earrings Circa 1940's 4.00 Carats Total Weight
Smart and Sexy Platinum Diamond Earrings Circa 1940's 4.00 Carats Total Weight

Smart and Sexy Platinum Diamond Earrings Circa 1940's 4.00 Carats Total Weight

Located in Wailea, HI

Smart and Sexy Platinum Diamond Earrings Circa 1940's 4.00 Carats Total Weight Four Marquise Cut Diamonds Weighing .60 Carats Approximately 48 Baguette Cut Diamonds Weighing 1.75 Ca...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

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Diamond, Platinum

French Limoges Hand-Painted Porcelain Jewelry Box for Neiman Marcus, circa 1940
French Limoges Hand-Painted Porcelain Jewelry Box for Neiman Marcus, circa 1940

French Limoges Hand-Painted Porcelain Jewelry Box for Neiman Marcus, circa 1940

By Limoges

Located in Miami, FL

A refined and beautifully executed French Limoges porcelain box, circa 1940, hand-painted with delicate floral and avian motifs in vibrant enamels against a luminous white ground.

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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

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Porcelain

1.60 Carat Opal Yellow Gold Drop Pendant Necklace, circa 1940's
1.60 Carat Opal Yellow Gold Drop Pendant Necklace, circa 1940's

1.60 Carat Opal Yellow Gold Drop Pendant Necklace, circa 1940's

Located in Stamford, CT

Australian opal necklace pendant. 4 natural round a and oval untreated blue green opals in a handmade dangle bezel set drop pendant in 14k yellow gold. 19 inches in length. Circa 19...

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Early 20th Century Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

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Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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18 Karat French Embossed Cufflinks with "X" Design, circa 1940
18 Karat French Embossed Cufflinks with "X" Design, circa 1940

18 Karat French Embossed Cufflinks with "X" Design, circa 1940

Located in Baltimore, MD

Sophisticated and smart double sided 18K French cufflinks with the "owl" hallmark. The cufflinks are marquis shaped with 4 X's, or "kisses". The construction of the cufflinks is extr...

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Early 1900s French Modernist Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

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15k Gold

Retro 2.14 Carat Diamond Platinum Square Halo Engagement Ring Circa 1940
Retro 2.14 Carat Diamond Platinum Square Halo Engagement Ring Circa 1940

Retro 2.14 Carat Diamond Platinum Square Halo Engagement Ring Circa 1940

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Centering a transitional cut diamond weighing approximately 1.50 carats, I color and VS clarity, triple prong Surrounded by a square halo of round brilliant cut diamonds weighing ap...

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Early 20th Century Retro Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

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White Diamond, Platinum

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 designed with seventeen brick-link rows ending on a pointed tip which is channel-set ...

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Early 20th Century British Retro Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

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Diamond, Rose Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

French Sterling Silver & Gold Vanity Box Case with Rubies, circa 1940, Boucheron
French Sterling Silver & Gold Vanity Box Case with Rubies, circa 1940, Boucheron

French Sterling Silver & Gold Vanity Box Case with Rubies, circa 1940, Boucheron

Located in Long Island City, NY

A fantastic quality French sterling silver and gold vanity box case with rubies, circa 1940 attributed to Boucheron, Paris. Very good condition. Hallmarked throughout. Measures: 1...

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Early 20th Century French Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

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Gold, Silver

Oval Yellow Gold Double Sided Textured Cufflinks Circa 1940's
Oval Yellow Gold Double Sided Textured Cufflinks Circa 1940's

Oval Yellow Gold Double Sided Textured Cufflinks Circa 1940's

Located in Stamford, CT

Vintage double sided 1940's yellow gold textured men's oval cufflinks 14k yellow gold Stamped: 14k 11.7 grams Top to bottom: 13.87mmor .54 Inches Width: 18.7mm or .73 Inch

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Early 20th Century Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Black Onyx, Diamond and Yellow and White Gold Ring, circa 1940
Vintage Black Onyx, Diamond and Yellow and White Gold Ring, circa 1940

Vintage Black Onyx, Diamond and Yellow and White Gold Ring, circa 1940

Located in Aspen, CO

Onyx and diamond vintage yellow gold ring in fine condition centering a prong set rectangular cut black onyx set in the center with a fine white old European cut diamond. This diamo...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

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Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

H. Pomerantz Rose and Clear Crystal Silver Flower Pin Brooch, 1930s
H. Pomerantz Rose and Clear Crystal Silver Flower Pin Brooch, 1930s

H. Pomerantz Rose and Clear Crystal Silver Flower Pin Brooch, 1930s

Located in Milford, DE

By H Pomerantz Co NY, a fashion jewelry company active circa 1880-1940. Hallmarks: H.

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Early 20th Century Retro Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

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Crystal

Antique Gold Earrings with Onyx, circa 1940
Antique Gold Earrings with Onyx, circa 1940

Antique Gold Earrings with Onyx, circa 1940

Located in Paris, FR

18kt gold antique earrings (quality mark: owl) set with onyx. Work from the 40ies, certainly from spain or Portugal. Weight: 5,00 g Height: 4,50 cm State : very little scratches o...

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

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Onyx, 18k Gold

1.49 Carat Diamonds Platinum Bracelet circa 1940-1950
1.49 Carat Diamonds Platinum Bracelet circa 1940-1950

1.49 Carat Diamonds Platinum Bracelet circa 1940-1950

Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire

A remarkable bracelet for a special occasion and perfect for self-gifting. An early to mid-20th century diamond set panel bracelet featuring an exquisite centrepiece marquise diamon...

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Early 20th Century Retro Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

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Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Navajo Turquoise and Silver Cuff, circa 1930-1940
Vintage Navajo Turquoise and Silver Cuff, circa 1930-1940

Vintage Navajo Turquoise and Silver Cuff, circa 1930-1940

Located in Stamford, CT

Purchased from the Curator of the Wheelwright Museum in Santa Fe, this substantial hand made silver cuff set with natural turquoise, shows deep repousse engraving on the side waves a...

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Early 20th Century American Artist Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

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Turquoise, Silver

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ALEXANDER McQUEEN 2002 "Supercalifragilistic" Laced Leather Denim Skinny Jeans
ALEXANDER McQUEEN 2002 "Supercalifragilistic" Laced Leather Denim Skinny Jeans

ALEXANDER McQUEEN 2002 "Supercalifragilistic" Laced Leather Denim Skinny Jeans

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Thiensville, WI

ALEXANDER McQUEEN 2002 "Supercalifragilistic" Laced Leather Denim Skinny Jeans - Runway look #4 Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Autumn / Winter 2002 "Supercali...

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Early 2000s Italian Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

Gianni Versace Red Leather Motorcycle Jacket and Skirt A/W 1994
Gianni Versace Red Leather Motorcycle Jacket and Skirt A/W 1994

Gianni Versace Red Leather Motorcycle Jacket and Skirt A/W 1994

By Gianni Versace

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous and rare red patent leather motorcycle jacket with matching skirt from Gianni Versace. It has all of Versace's amazing attention to detail including Medusa head pulls on t...

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1990s Italian Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress

Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Water Mill, NY

A beautiful stretch silk leopard print dress from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice has adjustable straps, functional and adjustable side lacing through to the hips plus rows of top st...

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1990s Italian Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

1990s Vintage Tadashi Shoji Black + Nude 90s Sexy Body Con Dress LBD Sz Medium
1990s Vintage Tadashi Shoji Black + Nude 90s Sexy Body Con Dress LBD Sz Medium

1990s Vintage Tadashi Shoji Black + Nude 90s Sexy Body Con Dress LBD Sz Medium

By Tadashi Shoji

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy 1990s Tadashi Shoji dress! Black stretch that hugs the body in all the right places! Black, with nude peeks of fabric in between at the bust, which evokes just the right amount ...

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1990s American Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1940's with Flawless Original Dial
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1940's with Flawless Original Dial

Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1940's with Flawless Original Dial

By Elgin

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm Lug Tip to Lug ...

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1940s American Art Deco Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

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Gold-filled

Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1940's with Unique Dial
Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1940's with Unique Dial

Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1940's with Unique Dial

By Hamilton

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm "Lug Tip to ...

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1940s American Art Deco Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

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Gold-filled

Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Watch with Original Dial Early 40's
Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Watch with Original Dial Early 40's

Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Watch with Original Dial Early 40's

By Hamilton

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: Early 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 35mm x Wid...

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1940s American Art Deco Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Cushion Shaped Watch with Original Dial from 1940's
Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Cushion Shaped Watch with Original Dial from 1940's

Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Cushion Shaped Watch with Original Dial from 1940's

By Waltham

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold-Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm X Width 28mm MOVEMENT / CA...

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1940s American Art Deco Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

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Gold-filled

Cartier Tank Louis W1529756 18k yellow gold Custom Strap & Buckle
Cartier Tank Louis W1529756 18k yellow gold Custom Strap & Buckle

Cartier Tank Louis W1529756 18k yellow gold Custom Strap & Buckle

By Cartier

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

Cartier Tank Louis W1529756 in 18k yellow gold, fitted with a custom black leather strap and tang buckle that fits up to 6.75-inch wrists. It features a quartz movement, sapphire cab...

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21st Century and Contemporary Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

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18k Gold

Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Shockmaster Art Deco Watch, 1950's Flawless Dial
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Shockmaster Art Deco Watch, 1950's Flawless Dial

Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Shockmaster Art Deco Watch, 1950's Flawless Dial

By Elgin

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Shockmaster / Reference 6761 METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm X Width ...

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1950s American Art Deco Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

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Gold-filled

Roberto Cavalli 2011 s/s fringes low cut mini dress
Roberto Cavalli 2011 s/s fringes low cut mini dress

Roberto Cavalli 2011 s/s fringes low cut mini dress

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH

Roberto Cavalli 2011 s/s fringes low cut mini dress Fringed dress with alligator/snake print from the iconic 2011S/S collection. The low-cut dress has an asymmetric style and is cra...

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2010s Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

Christian Dior by John Galliano Lace Up Dress
Christian Dior by John Galliano Lace Up Dress

Christian Dior by John Galliano Lace Up Dress

By John Galliano, Christian Dior

Located in Water Mill, NY

A gorgeous black silk dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior. The body of the dress is made of fine black stretch silk with functional adjustable lacing at the center front and b...

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1990s French Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

Important Chanel Renaissance Pendant Necklace
Important Chanel Renaissance Pendant Necklace

Important Chanel Renaissance Pendant Necklace

By Chanel

Located in Riverdale, NY

This is one of the more elaborate and unusual Chanel necklaces in this offering. Chanel again channels the splendor of the Renaissance with this exceptional necklace of cruciform lin...

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1960s French Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

Christian Dior by John Galliano Lace Camisole and Skirt Set
Christian Dior by John Galliano Lace Camisole and Skirt Set

Christian Dior by John Galliano Lace Camisole and Skirt Set

By Christian Dior, John Galliano

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous 2 piece set in white lace from Christian Dior. It consists of a scoop neck camisole tank style top and straight midi length skirt in alternating lines of lace and sheer. ...

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Early 2000s French Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

Louis Estevez Silk Bodycon Backless Dress 1950s
Louis Estevez Silk Bodycon Backless Dress 1950s

Louis Estevez Silk Bodycon Backless Dress 1950s

By Louis Estevez

Located in Water Mill, NY

A stunning black silk dress from Estevez. The neckline has 2 fringe edged overlapping panels at the center front and the back is low cut. Intricate seaming creates a clever figure ...

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1950s American Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

Gruen Gold Filled Art Deco Curvex Watch with Diamond Dial 1940's
Gruen Gold Filled Art Deco Curvex Watch with Diamond Dial 1940's

Gruen Gold Filled Art Deco Curvex Watch with Diamond Dial 1940's

By Gruen

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference 449 METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold-Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm X Width 22mm...

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1940s American Art Deco Antique Jewelry Circa 1940

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Gold-filled

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Antique Jewelry Circa 1940 For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate antique jewelry circa 1940 for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and yellow gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect antique jewelry circa 1940 among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. An antique jewelry circa 1940 from Rolex, Tiffany & Co. and Hamilton — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. An antique jewelry circa 1940 can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but diamond rings, from our inventory of 387, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also old european cut cut and brilliant cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our antique jewelry circa 1940 for sale are for women, but there are 241 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Antique Jewelry Circa 1940?

Prices for an antique jewelry circa 1940 can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $50 and can go as high as $325,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,689.