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Baume Mercier Gold Rectangular Watch

Baume & Mercier 14k Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch, Circa 1960s
Baume & Mercier 14k Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch, Circa 1960s

Baume & Mercier 14k Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch, Circa 1960s

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Wallkill, NY

Classic 14k gold wristwatch from renowned watch company Baume & Mercier.

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid Century Wrist Watch by Baume & Mercier in white gold, Switzerland 1970s
Mid Century Wrist Watch by Baume & Mercier in white gold, Switzerland 1970s

Mid Century Wrist Watch by Baume & Mercier in white gold, Switzerland 1970s

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a sleek Mid Century Modern wrist watch by Baume & Mercier. This Tank model is part of their broader Hampton collection known for its rectangular, Ar...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Mid Century Wrist Watch by Baume & Mercier in 18K yellow gold, Switzerland 1970s
Mid Century Wrist Watch by Baume & Mercier in 18K yellow gold, Switzerland 1970s

Mid Century Wrist Watch by Baume & Mercier in 18K yellow gold, Switzerland 1970s

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a sleek Mid Century Modern wrist watch by Baume & Mercier. This Tank model is part of their broader Hampton collection known for its rectangular, Art De...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Personally Owned By Joan Rivers with COA - Identity London Ladies Watch
Personally Owned By Joan Rivers with COA - Identity London Ladies Watch

Personally Owned By Joan Rivers with COA - Identity London Ladies Watch

Located in Suwanee, GA

It also includes rare watches given by heads of state: A prototype 18K gold Buren Microrotor gifted by His Royal Majesty Ibn Saud, former King of Saudi Arabia; a Felsa given by forme...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Festina F12 Steel Mens Watch - Owned & Worn By Harry Bellafonte with COA
Festina F12 Steel Mens Watch - Owned & Worn By Harry Bellafonte with COA

Festina F12 Steel Mens Watch - Owned & Worn By Harry Bellafonte with COA

Located in Suwanee, GA

It also includes rare watches given by heads of state: A prototype 18K gold Buren Microrotor gifted by His Royal Majesty Ibn Saud, former King of Saudi Arabia; a Felsa given by forme...

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Personally Owned By Joan Rivers with COA - MR Melissa Rivers Prototype Ladies
Personally Owned By Joan Rivers with COA - MR Melissa Rivers Prototype Ladies

Personally Owned By Joan Rivers with COA - MR Melissa Rivers Prototype Ladies

Located in Suwanee, GA

It also includes rare watches given by heads of state: A prototype 18K gold Buren Microrotor gifted by His Royal Majesty Ibn Saud, former King of Saudi Arabia; a Felsa given by forme...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Wrist Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel

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Baume Mercier Hampton Yellow Gold (MV045224)
Baume Mercier Hampton Yellow Gold (MV045224)

Baume Mercier Hampton Yellow Gold (MV045224)

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Reflecting the timeless elegance of the Art Deco era, this pre-owned Baume & Mercier Hampton wristwatch (ref. MV045224) is distinguished by its polished 18k yellow gold rectangul...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baume & Mercier 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ladies Diamond Dress Watch
Baume & Mercier 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ladies Diamond Dress Watch

Baume & Mercier 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ladies Diamond Dress Watch

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Movement: quartz Function: hours, minutes Case: 18.5 X 15mm 14K yellow gold rectangular case, diamond bezel Band: 14K yellow gold panther link bracelet Dial: pink mother of pearl di...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baume & Mercier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Hampton Milleis
Baume & Mercier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Hampton Milleis

Baume & Mercier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Hampton Milleis

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Movement: quartz Function: hours, minutes, seconds Case: 22 x 33mm 18K yellow gold rectangular case, smooth bezel, sapphire crystal, push/pull crown Band: 18K yellow gold bracelet, i...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Baume & Mercier Ladies 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wristwatch
Vintage Baume & Mercier Ladies 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wristwatch

Vintage Baume & Mercier Ladies 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wristwatch

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Poitiers, FR

Baume & Mercier women's watch. Rectangular case in 18 karats yellow gold, eagle's head hallmark, concealed under a convex rectangular gold plate.

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Vintage 1950s French Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baume & Mercier Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Hampton Quartz Wristwatch
Baume & Mercier Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Hampton Quartz Wristwatch

Baume & Mercier Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Hampton Quartz Wristwatch

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Poitiers, FR

Women's watch in 18 carat yellow gold. Model Hampton by Baume & Mercier.

Category

Early 2000s French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

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

Baume & Mercier Wrist Watch Owned and Worn by Hollywood Icon Jerry Lewis
Baume & Mercier Wrist Watch Owned and Worn by Hollywood Icon Jerry Lewis

Baume & Mercier Wrist Watch Owned and Worn by Hollywood Icon Jerry Lewis

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Chicago, IL

Owned and worn by Hollywood Royalty / Icon Jerry Lewis is this Circa 1960s Baume & Mercier Wrist Watch, 31 x 17 M.M. 18K Yellow Gold 2 Piece Rectangular case with Slight Convex curve...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Baume & Mercier Hampton Milleis White Gold18K and diamonds
Baume & Mercier Hampton Milleis White Gold18K and diamonds

Baume & Mercier Hampton Milleis White Gold18K and diamonds

By Baume & Mercier

Located in PARIS, FR

This iconic model features a rectangular 18K white gold case beautifully adorned with a delicate diamond setting, adding a luxurious sparkle to the watch’s sophisticated design.

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Early 2000s European Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Baume & Mercier Vintage Square 1980s Unisex Wristwatch in 14K Yellow Gold
Baume & Mercier Vintage Square 1980s Unisex Wristwatch in 14K Yellow Gold

Baume & Mercier Vintage Square 1980s Unisex Wristwatch in 14K Yellow Gold

By Baume & Mercier

Located in New York, NY

A classic wristwatch for unisex created by Baume & Mercier, featuring a rounded square dial and bezel with bracelet links made of 14K yellow gold.

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Vintage 1980s Unknown Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold Baume & Mercier Women Wrist Watch
14k Yellow Gold Baume & Mercier Women Wrist Watch

14k Yellow Gold Baume & Mercier Women Wrist Watch

Located in Guaynabo, PR

The dial is champagne color and is hallmarked Baume &Mercier, Geneva at the top . It has gold tone minute markers.

Category

20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roberto Paggio Reversible (Reverso) Watch - Owned & Worn By Harry Bellafonte
Roberto Paggio Reversible (Reverso) Watch - Owned & Worn By Harry Bellafonte

Roberto Paggio Reversible (Reverso) Watch - Owned & Worn By Harry Bellafonte

Located in Suwanee, GA

It also includes rare watches given by heads of state: A prototype 18K gold Buren Microrotor gifted by His Royal Majesty Ibn Saud, former King of Saudi Arabia; a Felsa given by forme...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Baume & Mercier 18 Karat White Gold Vintage Rectangular Dress Watch
Baume & Mercier 18 Karat White Gold Vintage Rectangular Dress Watch

Baume & Mercier 18 Karat White Gold Vintage Rectangular Dress Watch

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Movement: quartz Function: hours, minutes Case: 30.5mm 18K white gold rectangular case Band: black lizard strap with buckle Dial: white roman dial Serial # 652XXX Reference # vintag...

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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Baume & Mercier Yellow Gold Ladies Dress Wristwatch
Baume & Mercier Yellow Gold Ladies Dress Wristwatch

Baume & Mercier Yellow Gold Ladies Dress Wristwatch

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Stamford, CT

Classic Baume & Mercier 14k yellow gold ladies wristwatch.

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baume & Mercier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Hampton
Baume & Mercier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Hampton

Baume & Mercier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Hampton

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Movement: quartz Function: hours, minutes, seconds Case: 40 x 26mm rectangular case, smooth bezel, push/pull crown Band: black leather strap, buckle Dial: white stick Serial # 3342X...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Baume & Mercier Ladies 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wristwatch
Vintage Baume & Mercier Ladies 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wristwatch

Vintage Baume & Mercier Ladies 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wristwatch

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Poitiers, FR

Baume & Mercier women's watch. Rectangular case in 18 karats yellow gold, eagle's head hallmark, concealed under a convex rectangular gold plate.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baume & Mercier Yellow Gold Tank Manual Wind Wristwatch

Baume & Mercier Yellow Gold Tank Manual Wind Wristwatch

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Firenze, IT

Ref. 37.342, case No.2244871. Made on 1990’s 18Kt gold manual wind wristwatch, white dial with black Roman numerals, black leaf hands, polished rectangular shaped case, case back he...

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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baum & Mercier 14 Karat Yellow Gold Rope Bracelet Wrist Watch
Baum & Mercier 14 Karat Yellow Gold Rope Bracelet Wrist Watch

Baum & Mercier 14 Karat Yellow Gold Rope Bracelet Wrist Watch

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

Circa 1960s and the height of vintage fashion by famous maker, Baum and Mercier, this Swiss made quartz dress watch is ultra feminine and truly desirable as dress jewelry and a funct...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baume & Mercier Dress 18424.9 Women's Watch in 18kt Yellow Gold
Baume & Mercier Dress 18424.9 Women's Watch in 18kt Yellow Gold

Baume & Mercier Dress 18424.9 Women's Watch in 18kt Yellow Gold

Located in New York, NY

Baume & Mercier Dress 18424.9 Women's Watch in 18kt Yellow Gold SKU: 118790 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Baume & Mercier Model: Dress Country of Origin: Switzerland Movement Type: Quartz...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Baume & Mercier Geneve ref 1830 Swiss Quartz Rectangle Watch
18K Yellow Gold Baume & Mercier Geneve ref 1830 Swiss Quartz Rectangle Watch

18K Yellow Gold Baume & Mercier Geneve ref 1830 Swiss Quartz Rectangle Watch

Located in MELBOURNE, AU

Being one of the most coveted & desirable timepieces, this elegant 18K Gold Baume & Mercier Geneve, ref 1830 is in great condition & in excellent working order Dating bac...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Patek Philippe Rose Gold Vintage Top Hat 1450 Mechanical Wristwatch
Patek Philippe Rose Gold Vintage Top Hat 1450 Mechanical Wristwatch

Patek Philippe Rose Gold Vintage Top Hat 1450 Mechanical Wristwatch

By Baume & Mercier

Located in New York, NY

Patek Phillipe Top Hat 1450 Vintage Mens Watch in 18k Rose Gold SKU: 044807 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Patek Philippe Model: Top Hat Serial Number: *** Country of Origin: Switzerland ...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Gent's Classic Baume and Mercier Watch, circa 1950
Gent's Classic Baume and Mercier Watch, circa 1950

Gent's Classic Baume and Mercier Watch, circa 1950

By Baume & Mercier

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

14k yellow gold with rectangular champagne dial with sapphire crown. Containing a nine row panther link bracelet tapering from 19MM to 21MM. Watch has a screw back case with a quar...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

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By Boucheron

Located in PARIS, FR

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Steel

ANDRE MONIQUE vintage gold tone glass pearls beaded cha cha designer watch
ANDRE MONIQUE vintage gold tone glass pearls beaded cha cha designer watch

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Located in Palos Hills, IL

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20th Century Wrist Watches

Baume & Mercier 18k Gold Diamond & Gemstone Multi Strand Pearl Watch Bracelet
Baume & Mercier 18k Gold Diamond & Gemstone Multi Strand Pearl Watch Bracelet

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By Baume & Mercier

Located in Montclair, NJ

--Bezel Stones:-- (85) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant & Marqise Cut - Pavé & Prong Set - E/F Color - VS1/VS2 Clarity - 1.98ctw (approx.) (6) Natural Genuine Emera...

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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Cartier Must de Cartier 21 Quartz Watch, Stainless Steel & Gold
Cartier Must de Cartier 21 Quartz Watch, Stainless Steel & Gold

Cartier Must de Cartier 21 Quartz Watch, Stainless Steel & Gold

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

CARTIER Must 21 W10050F4 Watch SSYG Silver/Gold Quartz Ladies Ivory Dial A Refined Synthesis of Elegance and PrecisionAdd a touch of classic luxury to your wrist with this Must de C...

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20th Century Wrist Watches

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Quartz, Gold, Silver, Stainless Steel

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold 1970's Fire Opal Bezel Set Necklace
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold 1970's Fire Opal Bezel Set Necklace

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold 1970's Fire Opal Bezel Set Necklace

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Step back in time with this exquisite vintage Cartier pendant, a true gem from the 1970s. Crafted in 18K yellow gold, this pendant features a captivating fire opal, bezel set to perf...

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20th Century French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Eska Vintage Women Watch Automatic Yellow Gold 18 Karat
Eska Vintage Women Watch Automatic Yellow Gold 18 Karat

Eska Vintage Women Watch Automatic Yellow Gold 18 Karat

Located in Vannes, FR

Discover this elegant women's watch from Eska, a little horological jewel that is sure to capture the attention of all who set eyes on it. The dial of this Eska watch is a subtle off...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex 18Kt Solid Gold Ladies Dress Watch circa 1950 with Original Dial
Rolex 18Kt Solid Gold Ladies Dress Watch circa 1950 with Original Dial

Rolex 18Kt Solid Gold Ladies Dress Watch circa 1950 with Original Dial

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold / Set with Vintage Rose Cut Stones .75Cts. CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZ...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Audemars Piguet 18Kt Solid Gold & Diamond Bezel Turler Ladies Watch circa 1970's
Audemars Piguet 18Kt Solid Gold & Diamond Bezel Turler Ladies Watch circa 1970's

Audemars Piguet 18Kt Solid Gold & Diamond Bezel Turler Ladies Watch circa 1970's

By Audemars Piguet

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Audemars Piguet STYLE / REFERENCE: Round Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 21mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manu...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Company Ladies Platinum and Diamond Wrist Watch
Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Company Ladies Platinum and Diamond Wrist Watch

Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Company Ladies Platinum and Diamond Wrist Watch

By Patek Philippe

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1920s Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Company Ladies Wrist Watch, 26 X 9 M.M. 2 Piece Platinum Case set with European cut Diamonds totaling 1 Carat, the case sides and back are fu...

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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Audemars Piguet 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Onyx and Pavé Diamonds Watch
Vintage Audemars Piguet 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Onyx and Pavé Diamonds Watch

Vintage Audemars Piguet 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Onyx and Pavé Diamonds Watch

By Audemars Piguet

Located in New York, NY

Maker: Audemars Piguet Model: Dress Year: 1985-94 Material: 18k Yellow Gold Dial: Onyx and Pavé Diamond Case Measurement: 28mm x 32mm Movement: Manual Wind  Condition: Very Good Weig...

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Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Worn in Sex and The City 2, Iconic John Galliano Christian Dior Newsprint Dress
Worn in Sex and The City 2, Iconic John Galliano Christian Dior Newsprint Dress

Worn in Sex and The City 2, Iconic John Galliano Christian Dior Newsprint Dress

By John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in New York, NY

Being offered is the Iconic John Galliano for Christian Dior Autumn/Winter 2000-2001 Newsprint Dress WORN by Sarah Jessica Parker and lent by Vintage Luxury N.Y. for Sex and the Cit...

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Early 2000s French Cocktail Dresses

2000s Gucci by Tom Ford Red Karung Snakeskin Acrylic Lucite Handle Bag
2000s Gucci by Tom Ford Red Karung Snakeskin Acrylic Lucite Handle Bag

2000s Gucci by Tom Ford Red Karung Snakeskin Acrylic Lucite Handle Bag

By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This rare deep red Gucci bag from the early 2000s is crafted from dyed Karung snakeskin and finished with gold-tone hardware and a sculptural red lucite handle. Approximate Measure...

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Early 2000s Italian Top Handle Bags

Dalben Magnificent Australian Opal Rose Gold Ring
Dalben Magnificent Australian Opal Rose Gold Ring

Dalben Magnificent Australian Opal Rose Gold Ring

By Laura Dalben

Located in Como, IT

Dalben design 18k rose gold satin finishing ring with a 10,35 carat bezel-set oval shape magnificent Coober Pedy Australian crystal opal . This wonderful Australian Opal have a kal...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

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Poiray 2023 Montre Ma Premiere Mini Acier Stainless Steel New Strap Watch
Poiray 2023 Montre Ma Premiere Mini Acier Stainless Steel New Strap Watch

Poiray 2023 Montre Ma Premiere Mini Acier Stainless Steel New Strap Watch

By Poiray

Located in PARIS, FR

Poiray Ma Première Mini watch in steel, quartz movement, gadrooned steel case back, nude patent leather strap (Summer 2023 collection) with steel pin buckle. Diameter 1.8 cm, total w...

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2010s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pigeon's Blood Burmese Ruby and Diamond Necklace/Tiara, circa 1915
Pigeon's Blood Burmese Ruby and Diamond Necklace/Tiara, circa 1915

Pigeon's Blood Burmese Ruby and Diamond Necklace/Tiara, circa 1915

Located in London, GB

Pigeon's blood Burmese ruby and diamond necklace/tiara. Set to the centre with twenty six oval old cut natural unenhanced Pigeon's blood Burmese rubies in open back claw settings, ra...

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Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold, Platinum

14K Yellow Gold Jacmel Mauritius JCM Paperclip Style Earrings 1.4 Inches Long
14K Yellow Gold Jacmel Mauritius JCM Paperclip Style Earrings 1.4 Inches Long

14K Yellow Gold Jacmel Mauritius JCM Paperclip Style Earrings 1.4 Inches Long

Located in Eagan, MN

This is just a fabulous pair of earrings. The earrings are 1.4 inches long and .50 inches wide. They have a textured pattern on the bottom half of the earrings. They are definitel...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Stud Earrings

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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