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Ancient Byzantine Coin 22k Gold Reversible Spinner Pendant Necklace
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
Both sides of this ancient Byzantine coin (Kōnstantinos X, Follis, Constantinopolis mint, AD 1059
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

22k Gold, Bronze, Yellow Gold, Gold

22k Gold Original Byzantine Coin Pendant, Antique Constantinople II Coin Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
Coin details: Byzantine: Constantinople, 3rd officina, Constans II Pogonatus (AD 641-668), AV
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Pendant Necklaces

Materials

22k Gold

Bronze Byzantine Coin Pendant in 14K White Gold Mount
Located in Venice, CA
This bronze coin, also known as a folis, is from the Byzantine Era. Byzantine coins are one of the
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Turkish Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Gold, Bronze, 14k Gold

Double Sided Byzantine Coin Romabol Ring with Rose Cut Diamond 24kt Yellow Gold
By Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
Double Sided Byzantine Coin Romabol Ring with Rose Cut Diamond 24kt Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Diamond 24K Gold Chandelier Byzantine Coin Earrings by Kurtulan Jewellery
By Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
Diamond 24K Gold-fused on Sterling Silver Chandelier Byzantine Coin Earrings by Kurtulan Jewellery
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2010s Turkish Byzantine Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold,...

Vefk Post Earrings with Byzantine Coin Fragments and Diamonds 24kt Gold & Silver
By Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
Vefk Earrings w/ Byzantine Coin Fragments and Diamonds, 24kt Gold and Silver, Size Small, Length
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Large Chandelier Byzantine Coin Earrings with Diamonds, 24k Gold and Silver
By Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
Diamond 24K Gold-fused on Sterling Silver Chandelier Byzantine Coin Earrings, handmade in Istanbul
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2010s Turkish Byzantine Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold

Byzantine Coin Surface Post Earrings 24K Gold w/ Diamonds by Kurtulan Jewellery
By Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
0.08 Carat Diamonds, Byzantine Coin Surface Post Earrings with Diamonds by Kurtulan Jewellery of
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Chanel by Lagerfeld Interlocking CC Logo Byzantine Coin Earrings 1980s
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
gold plated metal. Featuring the iconic interlocking CC logo upon a byzantine coin inspired disc. In
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Vintage 1980s French Byzantine Clip-on Earrings

Middle Ages Byzantine Coin Pendant (pendant only)
Located in Atlanta, GA
An authentic Byzantine Empire bronze "K" coin (circa 550 to 650 AD), set in a custom rounded 925
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver, Bronze

Vintage gold silver tone Etruscan byzantine coin dangle chains brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold and silver tone • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 33 ❤️❤️ ...
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20th Century Brooches

Ancient Byzantine Coin 22 Karat Gold Spinner Pendant on Leather Cord Necklace
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
Authentic ancient Byzantine bronze coin (Jesus Christ & Latin Cross Follis, 1078 to 1081 AD) set in
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Bronze

22K Gold Antique Byzantine Constantinople II Coin Bezel Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
22K Gold Bezel Frame Sets an Original Antique Byzantine coin. Coin details: Byzantine
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold

Ancient Byzantine Bronze Coin, Diamond and Gold Pendant Necklace
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
Large, authentic ancient Byzantine coin (Phocas, Follis, Cyzicus mint, AD 602-610) and 3 diamonds
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 22k Gold, Bronze, Yellow Gold, Gold

Vintage 1970s Bvlgari Monete 7 Coin Chain Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with 7 gold Byzantine coins and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds
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Vintage 1970s Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Turquoise, Boulder Opal, Pearl, Ancient Coin and Raw Diamond Bohemian Bracelet
By Vicki Orr Designs
Located in Naples, FL
Arizona, USA), authentic ancient Byzantine coin (Maurice Tiberius, 1/2 Follis, 582-602 A.D.), pearl and
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2010s American Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Turqu...

Byzantine Gold Coin
Located in Cairo, EG
Byzantine era high karat gold coin that can be used as pendant dates back to 1221-1254 ruler john
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Roberto Coin 18k Gold 0.47ctw Diamond Byzantine Barocco Hinged Bangle
By Roberto Coin
Located in Montclair, NJ
Coin - 18kt Italy - Red Stone Condition: Like new. Comes w/ original box. Stock Number: MK-190259000
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21st Century and Contemporary Bangles

Materials

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

Roberto Coin Barocco Byzantine Diamond 18-Karat Hinged Bracelet In Stock
By Roberto Coin
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Roberto Coin 18k White Gold Barocco Byzantine Diamond Hinged Bracelet Crafted in 18-karat white
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roberto Coin Barocco Byzantine Diamond 18-Karat Hinged Bracelet In Stock
By Roberto Coin
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Roberto Coin 18k Yellow Gold Barocco Byzantine Diamond Hinged Bracelet Crafted in 18-karat yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

22K Gold Antique Byzantine Empire JUSTINIAN I Coin Bezel Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Miami, FL
22K Gold and Sterling Silver Justinian Byzantine Empire 22k gold coin bezel set mens ring. The coin
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Byzantine Engagement Rings

Materials

22k Gold, 24k Gold, Sterling Silver

Ancient Byzantine Bronze Coin Two-Tone Pendant Necklace
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
Authentic ancient Byzantine bronze coin (Justin 1, Follis, Constantinople mint, 518-527 A.D.) set
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

22k Gold, Sterling Silver, Bronze, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

18kt Glod And Early Byzantine silver coin Ring Circa 527-565 D.C.
Located in Firenze, IT
Justinian I, Byzantine emperor, 527-565. Silver coin half siliqua. Inscription: DNIVSTINI ANVS
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Byzantine Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, Silver

Ancient Byzantine Bronze Coin and Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
Ancient Byzantine bronze coin (Justin II and Queen Sophia, Follis, 565-578 AD) set in an oxidized
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Bronze

18kt Gold And Early Byzantine Bronze Follis Coin Ring Circa 527-565 D.C.
Located in Firenze, IT
Diademed, draped and cuirassed bust of Justinian right "DN IVSTINIANVS PP AVG" Large "M" between a star and cross, cross above, "A" below, "CON" in exergue Top 14mm Mounted in 18kt y...
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Byzantine Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, Bronze

Antique Yellow Gold Byzantine Constantine IV Gold Solidus Coin Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This remarkable pendant features an authentic ancient Byzantine gold solidus from the reign of
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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

1977 YVES SAINT LAURENT ancient Byzantine style coin layered necklace
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare, triple layered ancient Byzantine style coin necklace from Yves Saint Laurent dating to
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20th Century French Multi-Strand Necklaces

22K Ancient 7th Century Byzantine Constans II Gold Coin Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
Ancient 7th Century Byzantine Constans II Gold Coin in 22K Antique Greek Yellow Gold Pendant. Coin
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ancient Byzantine Bronze Coin and Diamond 22 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
Authentic ancient Byzantine bronze coin (Anastasius, 491-518 AD, half Follis) and accent white
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Bronze

Ancient Byzantine Bronze Coin and Diamond 22 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
Authentic ancient Byzantine bronze coin (Justin II an Queen Sophia, 565 AD) and 3 diamonds (total
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Bronze

Early Byzantine Gold Ring with Christ c. 6th Century AD
Located in Chicago, IL
identical to the level of purity of the Byzantine gold coin of the period – solidus (also called nomisma
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Byzantine Signet Rings

Materials

Gold

Ancient Roman Byzantine Bronze Cross Pendant Necklace Helena Holy Water 700 AD
Located in New York, NY
world. The term "Byzantine Empire" was coined following the empire's demise: its citizens referred to
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Turkish Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Bronze

Chanel Logo Coin Medallion Cruciform Brooch
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
cabochons. The center being a signature "Chanel" coin medallion. 3" x 3" Excellent condition
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Vintage 1980s French Byzantine Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Antique Earrings with Coins in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
. The rich patina of the bronze coins, possibly of Roman or Byzantine origin, enhances their mystique
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Byzantine Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture, F/W 1969 Moroccan Coin Ear Clips
By Maison Goossens for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Super rare Maison Goossens for Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture. Moroccan antique Byzantine multi
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Vintage 1960s French Byzantine Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate, Bronze, Gilt Metal

Goldenhorn Necklace with Coins and Diamonds by Kurtulan Jewellery
By Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
Goldenhorn Necklace with Coins, 43“, by Kurtulan Jewellery of Istanbul, Turkey, 0.03ct diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Alexander Coin Clip Diamond Earrings
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios Designer Coin Earrings made from 18 Karat Yellow Gold and feature Alexander the Great
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold Diamond and Coin Reversible Pendant
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
of the pendant has a gorgeous unique velvet finish, typical for Byzantine jewelry. One side features
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Coin Stud Earrings of Athina
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
Byzantine-style workmanship and have Brilliant cut Diamonds total weight of 0,56 Carats around the coins
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Stud Earrings

Materials

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

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Coin Pendant with Rhodium
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer presents an 18 Karat Yellow Gold Coin Pendant, featuring a brilliant-cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold Clip Earrings with Athina Coin and Diamonds
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios Designer Coin Earrings of Athina are Hand Made from 18 Karat Yellow Gold and feature a
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold Diamond Coin Pendant of Alexander the Great
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold Coin Pendant is all made by hand and features a Gold Coin of
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Necklace Enhancers

Materials

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

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Coin Pendant of Athena
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios Designer 18 Karat Yellow Gold Coin Pendant all handmade and features a Gold Coin of
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Necklace Enhancers

Materials

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

Georgios Collections Reversible 18 Karat Gold Sapphire and Diamond Coin Pendant
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
has a gorgeous unique velvet look, typical for Byzantine jewelry. One side features 24 Karat replica
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold Coin Diamond Bracelet with Rubies Sapphires
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
Byzantine velvet background. This unique Athena Coin diamond bracelet features Brilliant Cut Diamonds total
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sa...

Rare Heavy 24 Karat Yellow Gold Ancient Lion Face Replica Coin Pendant Charm
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Rarest of all the golds, 24 karat gold is valued by all discerning investors. With it's unmistakable warm yellow color & hammered finish this noble pendant / charm features the Prote...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold Diamond and Coin Reversable Pendant Necklace
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer Coin Pendant is reversible and handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold. It is
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2010s Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold,...

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold Tanzanite and Diamond Coin Reversible Pendant
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
of the pendant has a gorgeous unique velvet look, typical for Byzantine jewelry. The yellow gold side
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Tanzanite, Blue Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...

Double Sided Bee Coin with Stag & Diamond Detail 24kt Gold & Silver by Kurtulan
By Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
Bee Coin Necklace Pendant with Diamonds, 24kt Yellow Gold and Silver, Size Large, Comes with chain
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Silver Pompei XII Coin Replica with Diamond 24 Karat Gold & Silver by Kurtulan
By Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
XII Pompei Coin with Diamonds, 24kt Yellow Gold and Silver, Size Large, Diamonds: 0.02ct, Colour: H
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Ancient Bee Coin Ring w/ Diamonds, Hammered Gold, 24kt Gold & Silver by Kurtulan
By Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
Ancient Bee Coin Ring with Diamond (Comfort Fit), 24kt Yellow Gold and Silver, by Kurtulan
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Gold Brooch Gold Byzantine Empire Histamenon Nomisma 1059-1067 A.D. Rubies
Located in New York, NY
Byzantine Empire histamenon nomisma coin, dating back to the reign of Constantine X. Dukas (1059-1067 A.D
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2010s American Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Ancient Wheat Coin Replica Ring with Diamond 24 Karat Gold & Silver by Kurtulan
By Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
Wheat Ring with Diamond, 24kt Gold and Silver, Kurtulan 24kt gold-fused on sterling silver. Size 7 is in stock. Diamond: 0.01ct. Made-to-order custom ring sizes take approximately 4...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Ancient Artifacts, Coin, Fossil, Turquoise and Carnelian Bohemian Necklace
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
Ancient artifact Bohemian necklace featuring an ancient Byzantine bronze coin, ancient Carnelian
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Carnelian, Tiger's Eye, Turquoise, Chalcedony, Multi-gemstone, 24...

MAURICE TIBERIUS Genuine Ancient Roman 24 Kt Gold Coin Pendant 6th Century AD
Located in Roma, IT
This magnificent 18 Kt gold pendant features an authentic Byzantine gold coin (solidus) in 24 Kt
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2010s Italian Classical Roman Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, 24k Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold Diamond Coin Pendant of Alexander with Cord
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
Byzantine-style coin with a depiction of Alexander the Great at its center. The coin is framed by a striking
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Classical Greek Necklace Enhancers

Materials

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

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold Diamond Coin Pendant of Alexander with Enamel
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
Byzantine-style coin depicting Alexander the Great at its center. The coin is framed by a striking Greek Key
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Classical Greek Necklace Enhancers

Materials

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

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Byzantine Coin For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate byzantine coin for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, yellow gold and 18k gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 72 vintage editions and 77 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect byzantine coin 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. Creating a byzantine coin has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Kurtulan, Georgios Collections Inc and Vicki Orr are consistently popular. A byzantine coin can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 66 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and cabochon alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a byzantine coin, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Byzantine Coin?

On average, a byzantine coin at 1stDibs sells for $2,661, while they’re typically $95 on the low end and $305,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.