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14 Karat Yellow Gold "To the Best Mom, I Love You" Book Charm #22796
14 Karat Yellow Gold "To the Best Mom, I Love You" Book Charm #22796

14 Karat Yellow Gold "To the Best Mom, I Love You" Book Charm #22796

Located in Washington Depot, CT

14 Karat Yellow Gold Mom Book Charm- This 14K yellow gold "To the Best Mom" book charm is a

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20th Century Contemporary Charm Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 9K Gold Holy Bible Biblical Charm Pendant
Vintage 9K Gold Holy Bible Biblical Charm Pendant

Vintage 9K Gold Holy Bible Biblical Charm Pendant

Located in Rotterdam, NL

and bottom of this biblical book. Collect your own charms as wearable memories, it has a symbolic

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Late 20th Century British Charm Bracelets

Materials

9k Gold

French Christmas Book 18k Yellow White Gold Charm Pendant
French Christmas Book 18k Yellow White Gold Charm Pendant

French Christmas Book 18k Yellow White Gold Charm Pendant

Located in London, GB

A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a book with three pages with a white

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Vintage 1930s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Book Form Goldstone Picture Locket Pendant Charm 14 Karat Gold Victorian, 1890
Book Form Goldstone Picture Locket Pendant Charm 14 Karat Gold Victorian, 1890

Book Form Goldstone Picture Locket Pendant Charm 14 Karat Gold Victorian, 1890

Located in New York, NY

THIS IS A CLASSIC BOOK FORM VICTORIAN PICTURE LOCKET PENDANT OR CHARM IN SOLID 14 KARAT GOLD WITH

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bird Motif Book Form 4 Picture Locket Enamel Pearl Pendant Charm Gold Victorian
Bird Motif Book Form 4 Picture Locket Enamel Pearl Pendant Charm Gold Victorian

Bird Motif Book Form 4 Picture Locket Enamel Pearl Pendant Charm Gold Victorian

Located in New York, NY

THIS IS A RARE PHOTO ALBUM BOOK FORM VICTORIAN PICTURE LOCKET PENDANT OR CHARM IN GOLD WITH A BIRD

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold, Enamel

9K London Pictures Book Pendant Charm
9K London Pictures Book Pendant Charm

9K London Pictures Book Pendant Charm

Located in Palm Desert, CA

Charm. Expertly crafted, it features an open book design enhanced with colorful enamel details that

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1990s English Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

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Gold Gemset Perfect Match Charm
Gold Gemset Perfect Match Charm

Gold Gemset Perfect Match Charm

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W 0.75 in L 1 in

Gold Gemset Perfect Match Charm

Located in New York, NY

Great figural "match book" charm. Engraved "THE PERFECT MATCH." In the center is an applied

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Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Superb Finely Enameled Three-Page Gold Book Locket Charm Pendant
Superb Finely Enameled Three-Page Gold Book Locket Charm Pendant

Superb Finely Enameled Three-Page Gold Book Locket Charm Pendant

Located in Palm Beach, FL

This wonderful charm, pendant, locket, has the most beautifully detailed enamel I've ever seen. The

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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Models and Miniatures

Materials

14k Gold

14 Karat Gold and Mother of Pearl Star of David Prayer Book Charm
14 Karat Gold and Mother of Pearl Star of David Prayer Book Charm

14 Karat Gold and Mother of Pearl Star of David Prayer Book Charm

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Mother of Pearl Star of David Prayer Book Charm This lovely 3D

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20th Century Charm Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau 14 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Book Charm
Art Nouveau 14 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Book Charm

Art Nouveau 14 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Book Charm

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as a polished gold book that opens to reveal multiple polished gold pages that turn on a

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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Charm Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau 14 Karat Gold Lord's Prayer Book Charm
Art Nouveau 14 Karat Gold Lord's Prayer Book Charm

Art Nouveau 14 Karat Gold Lord's Prayer Book Charm

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as a book that opens to reveal the Lord's Prayer Ribbed gold detail on front and back

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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Nouveau Charm Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Prayer Book Charm
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Prayer Book Charm

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Prayer Book Charm

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Prayer Book Charm Gorgeous prayer book charm includes 3 mechanical pages

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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

1940s Retro 10 Karat Gold I Love You Book Charm
1940s Retro 10 Karat Gold I Love You Book Charm

1940s Retro 10 Karat Gold I Love You Book Charm

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Charm is designed as a book with deeply engraved cover details It swivels open to reveal the

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Vintage 1940s Retro Charm Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Sapphire and Enamel Souvenir Book Charm Bracelet in 14 Karat Gold
Victorian Sapphire and Enamel Souvenir Book Charm Bracelet in 14 Karat Gold

Victorian Sapphire and Enamel Souvenir Book Charm Bracelet in 14 Karat Gold

Located in Fairfield, CT

Experience 100+ year old innovation with this stunning convertible book charm, which masterfully

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Antique 1870s Victorian Link Bracelets

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Heavy Solid 14k Gold Charm Bracelet with Charms
Heavy Solid 14k Gold Charm Bracelet with Charms

Heavy Solid 14k Gold Charm Bracelet with Charms

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H 8 in W 0.75 in D 0.75 in Dm 2 in L 8 in

Heavy Solid 14k Gold Charm Bracelet with Charms

Located in Bradenton, FL

opening book charm, marked 14K. One United PTA charm marked 10K GF and one wishing well with pearls charm

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Mid-20th Century Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Charm Bracelet Iconic Book Piece Margot De Taxco Mexican Modernist Pioneer
Charm Bracelet Iconic Book Piece Margot De Taxco Mexican Modernist Pioneer

Charm Bracelet Iconic Book Piece Margot De Taxco Mexican Modernist Pioneer

By Margot De Taxco

Located in Northampton, MA

This silver cherub charm bracelet by Margot de Taxco is featured in the book, "Margot Van Voorhies

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Vintage 1950s Mexican Baroque Revival Charm Bracelets

Materials

Silver

14K Yellow Gold Charm Bracelet with 14K & 10K Charms
14K Yellow Gold Charm Bracelet with 14K & 10K Charms

14K Yellow Gold Charm Bracelet with 14K & 10K Charms

Located in Westport, CT

charms. Featuring many different intricately crafted gold charms portraying a book, a trolly bus, a dog

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Late 20th Century Charm Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

9K Yellow Gold Book Locket With Shamrock #18021
9K Yellow Gold Book Locket With Shamrock #18021

9K Yellow Gold Book Locket With Shamrock #18021

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H 0.21 in W 0.58 in L 0.68 in

9K Yellow Gold Book Locket With Shamrock #18021

Located in Washington Depot, CT

9K Yellow Gold Book Locket with Shamrock Capture the 'Luck of the Irish' with this adorable book

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20th Century Charm Bracelets

Materials

9k Gold

Yellow Gold Book Locket Pendant - 14k Engravable Two Frames
Yellow Gold Book Locket Pendant - 14k Engravable Two Frames

Yellow Gold Book Locket Pendant - 14k Engravable Two Frames

Located in Greensboro, NC

Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Pendant Style: Locket Theme: Book Features: This locket has two

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21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Book Locket Charm, "Esemco", circa 1930s-1940s
14 Karat Yellow Gold Book Locket Charm, "Esemco", circa 1930s-1940s

14 Karat Yellow Gold Book Locket Charm, "Esemco", circa 1930s-1940s

By Esemco

Located in Addison, TX

Vintage Book Locket Charm circa 1930-40's Crafted of solid 14K yellow gold, book shaped locket

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Vintage 1930s American Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Retro 14k Yellow Gold Sapphire Engravable Book Locket Charm Pendant
Antique Retro 14k Yellow Gold Sapphire Engravable Book Locket Charm Pendant

Antique Retro 14k Yellow Gold Sapphire Engravable Book Locket Charm Pendant

Located in Montclair, NJ

--Stone(s):-- (3) Natural or Synthetic Sapphires - Custom Calibre Cut - Bezel Set - Blue Color Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 11.1 Grams Width: 23.8mm (0.94") Height (w/ Ba...

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21st Century and Contemporary Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Family Book Locket Charm 14k Rose Gold Pendant Opens 5 Photo
Antique Victorian Family Book Locket Charm 14k Rose Gold Pendant Opens 5 Photo

Antique Victorian Family Book Locket Charm 14k Rose Gold Pendant Opens 5 Photo

Located in Torrance, CA

Finely detailed antique Victorian family book locket (circa 1860s to 1880s), crafted in 14k rose

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Antique Mid-19th Century American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Family Book Locket Charm 14k Rose Gold Pendant Opens 8 Photo
Antique Victorian Family Book Locket Charm 14k Rose Gold Pendant Opens 8 Photo

Antique Victorian Family Book Locket Charm 14k Rose Gold Pendant Opens 8 Photo

Located in Torrance, CA

, chased on both sides. The inside of the charm is engraved "MJ David". Lockets were popular during the

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Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

14K Yellow Gold Italian Horn 'Cornicello' 'Corno Portafortuna' Charm Pendant
14K Yellow Gold Italian Horn 'Cornicello' 'Corno Portafortuna' Charm Pendant

14K Yellow Gold Italian Horn 'Cornicello' 'Corno Portafortuna' Charm Pendant

Located in Addison, TX

Vintage Book Locket Charm circa 1930-40's Crafted of solid 14K yellow gold, book shaped locket

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Exhibition of Paris Silver Miniature Book Charm, France 1900
Antique Exhibition of Paris Silver Miniature Book Charm, France 1900

Antique Exhibition of Paris Silver Miniature Book Charm, France 1900

Located in Rotterdam, NL

Rare antique Victorian silver plated and brass souvenir miniature book charm of the Exposition of

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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Charming Gold and Enamel Deco Bracelet
Charming Gold and Enamel Deco Bracelet

Charming Gold and Enamel Deco Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

, daughter and father. Unusual item with triple deco monogram. 6.5", book charm 5/8". 1930's USA

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Vintage 1930s American Charm Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold

Gold Merry Christmas/Happy New Year Charm
Gold Merry Christmas/Happy New Year Charm

Gold Merry Christmas/Happy New Year Charm

Located in New York, NY

A book-shaped, spiral bound charm with a notched border. Applied is a red and green enamel

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Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

The Fleur Fairfax Book Ring in 18ct Gold and Enamel - Sapphire Blue US 7
The Fleur Fairfax Book Ring in 18ct Gold and Enamel - Sapphire Blue US 7

The Fleur Fairfax Book Ring in 18ct Gold and Enamel - Sapphire Blue US 7

Located in Stroud, GB

which anchors the book - perfect for keepsake gemstones, charms, or other miniature mementos. The Book

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2010s European Regency Cocktail Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

The Fleur Fairfax Book Ring in 18ct Gold and Enamel - Sapphire Blue US 7
The Fleur Fairfax Book Ring in 18ct Gold and Enamel - Sapphire Blue US 7

The Fleur Fairfax Book Ring in 18ct Gold and Enamel - Sapphire Blue US 7

Located in Stroud, GB

which anchors the book - perfect for keepsake gemstones, charms, or other miniature mementos. The Book

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2010s British Regency Cocktail Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Vintage 9ct Rose Gold London Opening Guide Book Charm
Vintage 9ct Rose Gold London Opening Guide Book Charm

Vintage 9ct Rose Gold London Opening Guide Book Charm

Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire

A great 9ct Rose Gold Vintage Charm that depicts a guide book with clear hallmarks showing it was

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Vintage 1950s British Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold

Art Deco Diamond Ruby Book Locket Charm
Art Deco Diamond Ruby Book Locket Charm

Art Deco Diamond Ruby Book Locket Charm

Located in New York, NY

A jewel: a figural platinum book, set with a center emerald cut diamond. The border is comprised

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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

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Yellow Gold Rotary Telephone Charm - 14k Love Messages Finger Wheel Moves

Yellow Gold Rotary Telephone Charm - 14k Love Messages Finger Wheel Moves

Located in Greensboro, NC

Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Enamel Color: Black Theme: Rotary Telephone, Love Messages Features: The finger wheel moves to reveal the messages "Hello" & "I Love U" Measuremen...

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21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Vintage Mad Money Charm - 14k Folded Emergency $1 Bill Hammer & Box
Yellow Gold Vintage Mad Money Charm - 14k Folded Emergency $1 Bill Hammer & Box

Yellow Gold Vintage Mad Money Charm - 14k Folded Emergency $1 Bill Hammer & Box

Located in Greensboro, NC

Era: Vintage Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Theme: Mad Money, Folded Emergency $1 Bill Measurements Item 1: Money Cube Tall (from stationary bail): 13/16" (20.1mm) Wide: 21/32" (...

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21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Winter Sled Charm - 18k Holiday Snow Sledge
Yellow Gold Winter Sled Charm - 18k Holiday Snow Sledge

Yellow Gold Winter Sled Charm - 18k Holiday Snow Sledge

Located in Greensboro, NC

Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold & 18k White Gold Theme: Winter Sled, Holiday Snow Sledge Measurements Tall (from stationary bail): 25/32" (19.6mm) Wide: 5/16" (7.7mm) Interior of to...

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21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets

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18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14k Gold Mercedes Car Charm
Vintage 14k Gold Mercedes Car Charm

Vintage 14k Gold Mercedes Car Charm

Located in New York, NY

This vintage 14k yellow gold Mercedes car charm is a perfect gift for a Mercedes lover, car collector or new driver on his or her momentous birthday. An old fashioned replica of a Me...

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Mid-20th Century European Charm Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold

Victorian Locket Silver & Gold Floral Aesthetic Period
Victorian Locket Silver & Gold Floral Aesthetic Period

Victorian Locket Silver & Gold Floral Aesthetic Period

Located in Scotts Valley, CA

Locket ONLY. Does NOT include chain. Details: Victorian European Aesthetic movement locket, dating between 1860-1880's. Sweet, romantic Victorian floral themed sterling silver, yel...

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Vintage 9K Gold Movable Love Couple Crescent Charm Pendant
Vintage 9K Gold Movable Love Couple Crescent Charm Pendant

Vintage 9K Gold Movable Love Couple Crescent Charm Pendant

Located in Rotterdam, NL

This is a vintage 9 karat yellow gold loving couple on a crescent moon charm pendant. This charm is quite rare with this lovely love couple sitting on a this crescent moon, romantica...

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Late 20th Century British Pendant Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold

Antique 15ct Gold Edwardian Pearl Flower Oval Locket
Antique 15ct Gold Edwardian Pearl Flower Oval Locket

Antique 15ct Gold Edwardian Pearl Flower Oval Locket

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Oval Locket 15ct Yellow Gold Stamped Makers Mark A W Circa 1900 Fabulous, Edwardian oval shaped locket. Beautifully decorated with a pretty, natural seed pearl flower. ...

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

Vintage 9K Gold Heart Padlock Curb Chain Charms Bracelet
Vintage 9K Gold Heart Padlock Curb Chain Charms Bracelet

Vintage 9K Gold Heart Padlock Curb Chain Charms Bracelet

Located in Rotterdam, NL

A lovely padlock curb chain charms bracelet set with an engraved heart closure. The curb chain and heart are created in 9 karat gold. The heart-shaped padlock has beautiful engraving...

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Late 20th Century British Charm Bracelets

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9k Gold

Antique Victorian 14 Karat Gold Heart Shape Locket Pendant
Antique Victorian 14 Karat Gold Heart Shape Locket Pendant

Antique Victorian 14 Karat Gold Heart Shape Locket Pendant

Located in Rotterdam, NL

This exquisite 14-karat gold heart-shaped locket pendant from the 19th century is a stunning example of antique Victorian craftsmanship. The pendant is beautifully shaped into a deli...

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Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 14k Gold

TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold I Love You Bangle Bracelet
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold I Love You Bangle Bracelet

TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold I Love You Bangle Bracelet

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold I Love You Bangle Bracelet Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 29.0 grams Inside diameter: 61mm(2.4") across the bangle Inside Circumference: 7.5" Width: 6.8mm Hal...

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2010s American Bangles

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Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian Old Mine Cut Diamond Gold Locket Pendant Necklace Sun Motif
Victorian Old Mine Cut Diamond Gold Locket Pendant Necklace Sun Motif

Victorian Old Mine Cut Diamond Gold Locket Pendant Necklace Sun Motif

Located in New York, NY

INDULGE IN A GORGEOUS VICTORIAN - BELLE EPOQUE DIAMOND PICTURE LOCKET PENDANT IN WARM 10 - 14 KARAT GOLD WITH A GORGEOUS OLD MINE CUT DIAMOND IN THE CENTER AND A FABULOUS ENGRAVED SU...

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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Tiffany & Co Hourglass Charm Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Timer Rock Crystal Pendant
Tiffany & Co Hourglass Charm Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Timer Rock Crystal Pendant

Tiffany & Co Hourglass Charm Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Timer Rock Crystal Pendant

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Torrance, CA

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Charm Bracelets

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Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Victorian Cat Tails Paste Locket

Located in New York, NY

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Antique 1890s American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Rare Cartier Mid-20th Century 14K Yellow Gold Locket Book Key Pendant
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By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

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Mid-20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 55.00 Carat Diamond Necklace
Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 55.00 Carat Diamond Necklace

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By Emilio!

Located in New York, NY

From the Museum Vault At Emilio Jewelry located on New York's Iconic Fifth Avenue, A magnificent necklace hand made in the Emilio Atelier, the focal point of this necklace is the Cen...

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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond

Hermès Gold Curiosity Box Charm w/Box
Hermès Gold Curiosity Box Charm w/Box

Hermès Gold Curiosity Box Charm w/Box

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès gold curiosity box charm. Mint condition. Trunk does not open. Comes with original pouch and box.

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21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets

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Mixed Metal

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Book Charm For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact book charm you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 14k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Making the right choice when shopping for a book charm 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. Creating a book charm has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Esemco and Margot De Taxco are consistently popular. A book charm of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 1, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for an emerald cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. Most of our book charm for sale are for women, but there are 8 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Book Charm?

Prices for a book charm can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $127 and can go as high as $5,400, while this accessory, on average, fetches $478.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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