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14 Karat Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl and Diamond Buttons Set of 3 #19935
14 Karat Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl and Diamond Buttons Set of 3 #19935

14 Karat Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl and Diamond Buttons Set of 3 #19935

Located in Washington Depot, CT

14 Karat Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl and Diamond Buttons Set of Three- These elegant dress shirt buttons will elevate any ensemble!

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20th Century Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emeralds, Diamonds Buttons and Little Drops Corals, White Gold, Link Necklac
Emeralds, Diamonds Buttons and Little Drops Corals, White Gold, Link Necklac

Emeralds, Diamonds Buttons and Little Drops Corals, White Gold, Link Necklac

Located in Napoli, Campania

Grateful drop necklace in 14k white gold, composed of light pink coral drops and flowers shaped emeralds and diamonds all around. pink coral(19.60gr), emeralds(2.40Kt) diamonds(2.4...

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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Drop Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Micro Pave Button Cufflinks In Silver With White Diamonds
Micro Pave Button Cufflinks In Silver With White Diamonds

Micro Pave Button Cufflinks In Silver With White Diamonds

By Tateossian

Located in Fulham business exchange, London

Micro Pave Button Cufflinks In Silver With White Diamonds Buttons epitomise fun vintage glamour, and are seen here on cufflinks with a sterling silver base.

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21st Century and Contemporary British Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Silver

Diamond pave dome gents art deco cufflinks 18k white gold
Diamond pave dome gents art deco cufflinks 18k white gold

Diamond pave dome gents art deco cufflinks 18k white gold

Located in London, GB

Handmade bespoke 18k white gold Width of the diamond buttons approximately 12x6mm Length of the cufflinks approximately 23mm Weighing 7.8 grams Fine quality diamonds round brilliant...

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21st Century and Contemporary European Art Deco Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14k White Gold Tuxedo Stud Buttons with diamonds
14k White Gold Tuxedo Stud Buttons with diamonds

14k White Gold Tuxedo Stud Buttons with diamonds

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Timeless heirlooms that will last for generations to come. Classic 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Tuxedo Stud Specifications: main stone: 4 Kite Shape Diamonds carat total we...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique pair of 14kt Gold and Platinum men's Shirt buttons with Diamonds
Antique pair of 14kt Gold and Platinum men's Shirt buttons with Diamonds

Antique pair of 14kt Gold and Platinum men's Shirt buttons with Diamonds

Located in Aventura, FL

This refined antique pair of men’s shirt buttons is expertly crafted in 14kt rose gold with platinum accents, offering a sophisticated blend of warm and cool tones.

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Early 20th Century Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

Diamonds, Onyx, Red Coral Buttons, 14 Kt Rose Gold and Silver Dangle Earrings
Diamonds, Onyx, Red Coral Buttons, 14 Kt Rose Gold and Silver Dangle Earrings

Diamonds, Onyx, Red Coral Buttons, 14 Kt Rose Gold and Silver Dangle Earrings

Located in Napoli, Campania

Dangle earrings in 14kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with diamonds, onyx and coral buttons. These earrings were totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths and they are ...

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Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Dangle Earrings

Materials

Coral, White Diamond, Onyx, Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver, Rose Gold

Pink Coral Buttons, Diamonds, Emeralds, Amethysts, 9K Rose Gold Silver Earrings
Pink Coral Buttons, Diamonds, Emeralds, Amethysts, 9K Rose Gold Silver Earrings

Pink Coral Buttons, Diamonds, Emeralds, Amethysts, 9K Rose Gold Silver Earrings

Located in Napoli, Campania

Beautiful retro earrings in 9k rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central coral secundum sphere surrounded by flowery details in rose gold and silver studded with diamonds...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Dangle Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Coral, Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Ruby with Diamond 0.46 Carat Tuxedo Buttons Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Ruby with Diamond 0.46 Carat Tuxedo Buttons Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings

Ruby with Diamond 0.46 Carat Tuxedo Buttons Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings

Located in Bangkok, TH

Ruby 4.01 carats with Diamond 0.46 carat Tuxedo Buttons set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings (set of 4) Width: 1.0 cm Length: 1.0 cm Total Weight: 11.28 grams "We first opened doo...

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2010s Thai Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Red Coral Buttons and Drops Sapphire Diamonds, Rose Gold Silver Clip-On Earrings
Red Coral Buttons and Drops Sapphire Diamonds, Rose Gold Silver Clip-On Earrings

Red Coral Buttons and Drops Sapphire Diamonds, Rose Gold Silver Clip-On Earrings

Located in Napoli, Campania

Classic drop earrings composed of a coral button, surrounded of shiny diamonds and sapphires, on top of a coral drop. All is mounted in 9 Kt rose gold and silver. Tot weight 20.56 g...

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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Drop Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Larter & Sons Gold w/ Platinum Mother Of Pearl Diamond Set Of 3 Shirt Buttons
Larter & Sons Gold w/ Platinum Mother Of Pearl Diamond Set Of 3 Shirt Buttons

Larter & Sons Gold w/ Platinum Mother Of Pearl Diamond Set Of 3 Shirt Buttons

By Larter & Sons

Located in Montclair, NJ

--Stone(s):-- (3) Genuine Mother Or Pearls - Round Pierced Custom Cut - White Color - 5.9mm each (approx.) (9) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Single Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White...

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Antique 19th Century Art Deco Brooches

Materials

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

Art Deco 9ct Gold Double Cufflinks with Buttons – Day & Night, 1930s
Art Deco 9ct Gold Double Cufflinks with Buttons – Day & Night, 1930s

Art Deco 9ct Gold Double Cufflinks with Buttons – Day & Night, 1930s

Located in Milano, MI

Rare and elegant Art Deco 1930s set consisting of double cufflinks with two matching buttons, finely crafted in 9ct white gold. Adorned with old-cut diamonds and natural sapphires, t...

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold

Antique Pair of 18K Yellow Gold Snake Buttons - France - Late 19th Century
Antique Pair of 18K Yellow Gold Snake Buttons - France - Late 19th Century

Antique Pair of 18K Yellow Gold Snake Buttons - France - Late 19th Century

Located in Chatham, CA

Exceptional pair of antique 18K yellow gold snake buttons - featuring coiled snakes to each button front (signifying eternal love and commitment) with a single ruby to each snake hea...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Daytona 116509, Black Diamond Dial
Rolex Daytona 116509, Black Diamond Dial

Rolex Daytona 116509, Black Diamond Dial

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex White Gold Cosmograph Daytona, Black Diamond Dial 40mm, 18K white gold case, tachymeter engraved bezel, screw-down push buttons, black dial, diamond hour markers, and special...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Buccellati Vintage Tanzanite Diamond 18K Gold Clip-On Drop Earrings
Buccellati Vintage Tanzanite Diamond 18K Gold Clip-On Drop Earrings

Buccellati Vintage Tanzanite Diamond 18K Gold Clip-On Drop Earrings

By Buccellati

Located in Miami, FL

The design features bold pear-shaped cabochon tanzanites, suspended from signature rigato-textured gold buttons adorned with diamond star motifs. A timeless collectible that embodies...

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1990s Italian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

Alex Jona Organic Shape Brown Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Alex Jona Organic Shape Brown Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring

Alex Jona Organic Shape Brown Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring

By Alex Jona

Located in Lugano, TI

This spectacularly designed ring by Alex Jona features four 18 karat rose gold organic shaped bands forged together and accented with irregularly placed diamond pavé buttons featurin...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Brown Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

1.60cttw Diamond And Coral Drop Dangling Estate Platinum Earrings
1.60cttw Diamond And Coral Drop Dangling Estate Platinum Earrings

1.60cttw Diamond And Coral Drop Dangling Estate Platinum Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Suspended from the coral buttons are eight diamond links, meticulously crafted to create an enchanting cascade effect.

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20th Century American Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Platinum

Sardinian Coral Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Stud Earrings
Sardinian Coral Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Stud Earrings

Sardinian Coral Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Stud Earrings

By SCALA GIOIELLI

Located in Marcianise, IT

Beautiful earrings 18 karat white gold mounted with Sardinian coral buttons and diamonds. Earrings created by our craftsmen.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Stud Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stewart Dawson Art Deco Black Onyx, Diamond and White Gold Dress-Set, Circa 1930
Stewart Dawson Art Deco Black Onyx, Diamond and White Gold Dress-Set, Circa 1930

Stewart Dawson Art Deco Black Onyx, Diamond and White Gold Dress-Set, Circa 1930

Located in London, GB

An Art Deco black onyx and diamond dress-set, comprising cufflinks, buttons and collar studs, set with baguette-cut diamonds in the centre, on a rectangle of black onyx, with a row o...

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Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, White Gold

Diamonds, Multi-Color Sapphires, Turquoise, 14 Karat Rose Gold Drop Earrings
Diamonds, Multi-Color Sapphires, Turquoise, 14 Karat Rose Gold Drop Earrings

Diamonds, Multi-Color Sapphires, Turquoise, 14 Karat Rose Gold Drop Earrings

Located in Napoli, Campania

Very beautiful drop earrings mounted in 14k rose gold and realized with 0.27 ct of little diamonds and 3.91 ct of drop shape multi-color sapphires (green,yellow,orange,red) and final...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Turquoise, 14k Gold,...

19th Century Onyx Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vest Buttons Brooch Set
19th Century Onyx Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vest Buttons Brooch Set

19th Century Onyx Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vest Buttons Brooch Set

Located in Poitiers, FR

Composed of a pair of vest buttons and a brooch, this antique jewel of clothing is composed of round-shaped motifs in satin gold set with a bar of onyx each supporting a line of 7 ro...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Brooches

Materials

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

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Pavé Diamond gold button Stud Earrings

Pavé Diamond gold button Stud Earrings

By Lings Jewellery

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Pavé diamond buttons shimmer attractively, and sit perfectly on the ear lobe with a post and Lings special butterfly backing.

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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Onyx Coral Diamonds Set Tuxedo Buttons Cufflinks
18 Karat Yellow Gold Onyx Coral Diamonds Set Tuxedo Buttons Cufflinks

18 Karat Yellow Gold Onyx Coral Diamonds Set Tuxedo Buttons Cufflinks

By AVGVSTA

Located in Milano, IT

Front face and toggle are identically shaped and are highlighted in the center with a diamond mounted in 18 karat yellow gold. The cufflinks come with three matching tuxedo front bu...

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2010s Italian Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bargain Antique 15ct Rose Gold Diamond Paste Shirt Studs Buttons c1860 625
Bargain Antique 15ct Rose Gold Diamond Paste Shirt Studs Buttons c1860 625

Bargain Antique 15ct Rose Gold Diamond Paste Shirt Studs Buttons c1860 625

Located in Camelford, GB

OUTRAGEOUS LIMITED TIME OFFER I realize that being new to 1st Dibs means I need to build some sales, trust and feedback. For this reason I am vastly reducing the price of SOME items ...

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Rose Gold, Pinchbeck

5.05 Carat Black Onyx and 1.13 Carat Diamond Shirt Buttons in 6-Piece Set
5.05 Carat Black Onyx and 1.13 Carat Diamond Shirt Buttons in 6-Piece Set

5.05 Carat Black Onyx and 1.13 Carat Diamond Shirt Buttons in 6-Piece Set

By Zahira Fine Jewellery

Located in Bangkok, TH

The 6 pieces of triangular buttons showcases carefully carved black onyx surrounding by a single diamond.

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2010s Thai Modern Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold

Pear Shaped Amethyst & Natural Pearl Buttons Earrings in 18kt White Gold
Pear Shaped Amethyst & Natural Pearl Buttons Earrings in 18kt White Gold

Pear Shaped Amethyst & Natural Pearl Buttons Earrings in 18kt White Gold

By Mattar Jewelers

Located in Manama, BH

Bahraini natural pearl buttons in 18kt White Gold. 0.3 ct. Diamonds add an accent between the stones.

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2010s Dangle Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Natural Pearl

Berkeley Steel Chronograph 43 Luxury Diamond Watch for Men, Steel
Berkeley Steel Chronograph 43 Luxury Diamond Watch for Men, Steel

Berkeley Steel Chronograph 43 Luxury Diamond Watch for Men, Steel

By Backes & Strauss

Located in LONDON, GB

Size: 43 mm Movement: Automatic, Platinum Rotor & Chronograph Case: Stainless Steel, 264 diamonds, 10.89cts, 2 push-buttons to start/stop & reset the chronograph, 1 touch rapid date ...

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel

ROLEX White Gold and Diamond Automatic Daytona Chronograph Wristwatch

ROLEX White Gold and Diamond Automatic Daytona Chronograph Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Southampton, NY

Rolex White Gold and Diamond Daytona Rolex, Ref. 116589, Oyster Perpetual, Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified, Cosmograph, Daytona, automatic, water-resistant, 18k white go...

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Swiss Wrist Watches

Gold Gemset Snowman Charm
Gold Gemset Snowman Charm

Gold Gemset Snowman Charm

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Dm 1 in

Gold Gemset Snowman Charm

Located in New York, NY

Applied in the center is a figural "snowman" with diamond eyes and bright ruby buttons. 1" in diameter.

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Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Lacloche Paris Multi-Gem Gold Scarecrow Brooch 1938

Lacloche Paris Multi-Gem Gold Scarecrow Brooch 1938

Located in London, GB

Retro yellow gold brooch designed as a stylised Scarecrow with a carnelian bead head beneath a jaunty yellow gold hat, his clothes set with diamond buttons and multi-gem accents. Lac...

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Vintage 1930s French Brooches

Materials

Carnelian, Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby

Italian Diamond Enamel Circus or Street Performer Brooch Statue and Stand
Italian Diamond Enamel Circus or Street Performer Brooch Statue and Stand

Italian Diamond Enamel Circus or Street Performer Brooch Statue and Stand

Located in Miami Beach, FL

His shirt is decorated with three diamond buttons and he has a blue bow at his waist.

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20th Century Italian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Silver

1950s Diamond Gold Platinum Cymbal Playing Dancer Brooch
1950s Diamond Gold Platinum Cymbal Playing Dancer Brooch

1950s Diamond Gold Platinum Cymbal Playing Dancer Brooch

Located in South Pasadena, CA

There is something mesmerizing about this adorable dancing figure garbed in diamond bell bottom pants, cymbals from its fingers, a shirt with diamond buttons and a hat that looks Asi...

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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Mother of Pearl and Diamond Shirt Collar Buttons
Antique Mother of Pearl and Diamond Shirt Collar Buttons

Antique Mother of Pearl and Diamond Shirt Collar Buttons

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

A charming accessory for the dapper gent, these lovely antique shirt collar buttons are designed to resemble an actual button, with mother-of-pearl encircled by rose cut diamonds and...

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Vintage 1910s Cufflinks

Materials

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

Cartier Paris Diamond and Enameled Gold Set of Buttons
Cartier Paris Diamond and Enameled Gold Set of Buttons

Cartier Paris Diamond and Enameled Gold Set of Buttons

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

A set of six Antique gold and enamel buttons with diamonds. The Buttons have 6 rose-cut diamonds with an approximate total weight of .06 carat set in blue guilloche enamel.

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Antique Early 1900s More Jewelry

Materials

9k Gold

Three Early 20th Century Mother-of-Pearl Diamond Gold Platinum Buttons
Three Early 20th Century Mother-of-Pearl Diamond Gold Platinum Buttons

Three Early 20th Century Mother-of-Pearl Diamond Gold Platinum Buttons

Located in Geneva, CH

Very Elegant Mother-of-Pearl Three Buttons each one centered by Diamond on Platinum and yellow Gold.

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Vintage 1910s Art Deco More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Pair of gold tuxedo buttons with mother-of-pearl and diamonds.
Pair of gold tuxedo buttons with mother-of-pearl and diamonds.

Pair of gold tuxedo buttons with mother-of-pearl and diamonds.

Located in Chorzów, PL

Pair of tuxedo buttons in 14-karat yellow gold (0,585) with mother-of-pearl discs and old-cut diamonds (totalling approx. 0.20 ct, colour H, clarity SI) in 585 white gold settings.

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Late 20th Century Unknown Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Diamond Hoop White Gold Vintage Natural Untreated Carved Jade Buttons Earrings
Diamond Hoop White Gold Vintage Natural Untreated Carved Jade Buttons Earrings

Diamond Hoop White Gold Vintage Natural Untreated Carved Jade Buttons Earrings

By OGI Ltd

Located in New York, NY

A vintage pair carved jade buttons, genuine, not dyed Certified natural untreated undyed green Jade Old Chinese natural apple jade carvings and diamonds earrings Hand assembles and ...

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2010s American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Carved Jade Buttons Certified Natural Undyed Diamond Hoop Gold Earrings
Vintage Carved Jade Buttons Certified Natural Undyed Diamond Hoop Gold Earrings

Vintage Carved Jade Buttons Certified Natural Undyed Diamond Hoop Gold Earrings

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H 1.41 in W 1.15 in D 0.15 in Dm 1.15 in L 1.41 in

Vintage Carved Jade Buttons Certified Natural Undyed Diamond Hoop Gold Earrings

By OGI Ltd

Located in New York, NY

A vintage pair of triangle carved jade buttons Certified natural untreated undyed green Old Chinese natural apple jade carvings and diamonds earrings Hand assembles and handmade int...

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2010s American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

White Diamonds, Pink Coral Buttons, 18K Yellow Gold Clip-on Earrings
White Diamonds, Pink Coral Buttons, 18K Yellow Gold Clip-on Earrings

White Diamonds, Pink Coral Buttons, 18K Yellow Gold Clip-on Earrings

Located in Napoli, Campania

SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). For any inquiries,please contact ...

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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Stud Earrings

Materials

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

Antique Victorian Diamond Earrings Buttons 10k Yellow Gold Ivy Flower Clip on
Antique Victorian Diamond Earrings Buttons 10k Yellow Gold Ivy Flower Clip on

Antique Victorian Diamond Earrings Buttons 10k Yellow Gold Ivy Flower Clip on

Located in Torrance, CA

Elegant pair of antique Victorian diamond earrings (circa 1880s to 1900s) crafted in 10k yellow gold. Cushion cut diamonds are estimated at 0.05 carats each (0.10 carats total esti...

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Late 20th Century American Victorian Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Drop "buttons" earrings with old-cut VS2 diamonds, Austria, early 20th century.
Drop "buttons" earrings with old-cut VS2 diamonds, Austria, early 20th century.

Drop "buttons" earrings with old-cut VS2 diamonds, Austria, early 20th century.

Located in Chorzów, PL

Antique gold and silver earrings with brilliant-cut diamonds with a total weight of 0.55ct The earrings come from Austria from the beginning of the 20th century, with preserved hall...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Diamonds, Blue Sapphires, Red Coral Buttons Rose Gold and Silver Link Necklace
Diamonds, Blue Sapphires, Red Coral Buttons Rose Gold and Silver Link Necklace

Diamonds, Blue Sapphires, Red Coral Buttons Rose Gold and Silver Link Necklace

Located in Napoli, Campania

Gorgeous link necklace realized in 14K rose gold and silver composed of 6 parts, mounted each one with red rubrum coral in the center, surrounded by diamonds crown and link thanks to...

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Vintage 1960s Retro Link Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

J Lacloche, Retro Period, Scarecrow Brooch Pin
J Lacloche, Retro Period, Scarecrow Brooch Pin

J Lacloche, Retro Period, Scarecrow Brooch Pin

Located in Brisbane City, QLD

The petit pin has been crafted from 18 karat yellow gold in the form of a field scarecrow, and then set with rubies, emeralds, sapphires, diamonds and a single piece of lapis lazuli....

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Mid-20th Century French Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Sapphire Diamond Gold Checkerboard Earrings

Sapphire Diamond Gold Checkerboard Earrings

Located in London, GB

A pair of sapphire and diamond checkerboard buttons earrings. Mounted in 18ct white gold.

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Vintage 1980s Unknown Retro More Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond White Gold Button Earrings
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond White Gold Button Earrings

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond White Gold Button Earrings

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Southampton, PA

The earrings are made of 18K white gold and are shaped like buttons set with diamonds. Diamond Carat Weight:0.50

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21st Century and Contemporary French Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Carl Bacher Coloured Diamond Pearl Brooch, 19th Century
Carl Bacher Coloured Diamond Pearl Brooch, 19th Century

Carl Bacher Coloured Diamond Pearl Brooch, 19th Century

By Carl Bacher

Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE

The brooch is set with antique cushion and table cut diamonds and two oriental pearl buttons at the respective end.

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Antique 19th Century Austrian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl

Snowman Pearl Brown Black Diamond 18Kt Gold Pendant/Necklace or Charm
Snowman Pearl Brown Black Diamond 18Kt Gold Pendant/Necklace or Charm

Snowman Pearl Brown Black Diamond 18Kt Gold Pendant/Necklace or Charm

By Elisa Pozza by PETRONILLA

Located in Bussolengo, Verona

Its eyes are two black diamonds. The buttons are two brown diamonds. I also made two sprigs of yellow gold as the snowman's arms Its nose is given by a natural protuberance of the pe...

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2010s Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Brown Diamond, Pearl, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

Chopard Happy Sport Pink Diamond MOP 40mm Ladies 18K Gold Watch Pouch/Papers
Chopard Happy Sport Pink Diamond MOP 40mm Ladies 18K Gold Watch Pouch/Papers

Chopard Happy Sport Pink Diamond MOP 40mm Ladies 18K Gold Watch Pouch/Papers

By Chopard

Located in Miami, FL

Mother-of-pearl dial with Roman numeral hour markers and 7 Chopard factory floating diamonds in the dial (3 pink/4 white). The bezel is set with two rows of pink and white diamonds, ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Afarin Collection Triple Flexi Pavé Diamond Bracelet Set in 18k Yellow and White
Afarin Collection Triple Flexi Pavé Diamond Bracelet Set in 18k Yellow and White

Afarin Collection Triple Flexi Pavé Diamond Bracelet Set in 18k Yellow and White

Located in Los Gatos, CA

This dazzling bracelet boasts a stretchy silky soft bracelet with a highly polished finish it is further accented by 3 glistening diamond-paved buttons. This bracelet is a pleasure ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Mikimoto Black South Sea Pearl 8mm Bracelet 18k White Gold Diamond 7" Cert Box
Mikimoto Black South Sea Pearl 8mm Bracelet 18k White Gold Diamond 7" Cert Box

Mikimoto Black South Sea Pearl 8mm Bracelet 18k White Gold Diamond 7" Cert Box

By Mikimoto

Located in Northbrook, IL

More details: Length: 7.0 inches Pearls: 8mm Black South Sea pearls Diamonds: Two small round bezel-set diamonds serve as the buttons on the clasp.

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21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Gold Chain and Stick Man's Pendant
Gold Chain and Stick Man's Pendant

Gold Chain and Stick Man's Pendant

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H 2.37 in L 24.02 in

Gold Chain and Stick Man's Pendant

Located in Amsterdam, NL

A 14 carat gold articulate stick man or robit charm with diamond eyes, hands, feet and buttons on a 14 carat gold mariner link chain, Italy, circa 1975.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Art Deco Blue and White Enamel Gold Dress Set

Art Deco Blue and White Enamel Gold Dress Set

Located in London, GB

An Art Deco French gentleman's dress set, blue guilloche and white enamel cufflinks, with a white gold garland, set with rose-cut diamonds, and studs and buttons mounted in 18ct gold.

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Enamel

1920s Tuxedo Set with Cufflinks, Buttons, and Collar Buttons
1920s Tuxedo Set with Cufflinks, Buttons, and Collar Buttons

1920s Tuxedo Set with Cufflinks, Buttons, and Collar Buttons

Located in Hicksville, NY

Year: 1920s Item Details: Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 16.8 grams Diamond Details: Rose Cut Diamonds, 1.25ct total weight, G-H Color, VS/SI Clarity Co...

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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Red Stones Buttons, Diamonds, Pearls, 14 Karat Rose Gold Earrings
Red Stones Buttons, Diamonds, Pearls, 14 Karat Rose Gold Earrings

Red Stones Buttons, Diamonds, Pearls, 14 Karat Rose Gold Earrings

Located in Napoli, Campania

For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require from six to eight weeks to obtain, please con...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Buttons and Drops Earrings in White Diamonds, 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Buttons and Drops Earrings in White Diamonds, 18 Karat Yellow Gold

Buttons and Drops Earrings in White Diamonds, 18 Karat Yellow Gold

Located in Napoli, Campania

Beautiful and elegant Clip-on earrings in 18 kt yellow gold (5.50 cm long). They are characterized by an oval and drop 10 g, and by small gold leaves with diamonds ct 1,80 that decor...

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Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Diamonds, Red Coral Buttons, 18K White Gold Clip-on Earrings
White Diamonds, Red Coral Buttons, 18K White Gold Clip-on Earrings

White Diamonds, Red Coral Buttons, 18K White Gold Clip-on Earrings

Located in Napoli, Campania

Shining and elegant flower shaped earrings in 18kt white gold composed of a central coral surrounded by petals covered in diamonds. diamonds 1.90kt coral 11.00 gr tot weight 35.6gr ...

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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Stud Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

White Diamonds, Onyx Rings, Red Stone Buttons, Rose and White Gold Earrings
White Diamonds, Onyx Rings, Red Stone Buttons, Rose and White Gold Earrings

White Diamonds, Onyx Rings, Red Stone Buttons, Rose and White Gold Earrings

Located in Napoli, Campania

Special pair of earrings simple and elegant at the same time, realized in 14K rose and white gold mounted with 0.10 ct of little diamonds, 2.3 g of onyx rings and 1.20 g of red stone...

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Vintage 1970s Retro More Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

9 Karat Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl and Diamond Tuxedo Buttons and Cufflinks
9 Karat Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl and Diamond Tuxedo Buttons and Cufflinks

9 Karat Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl and Diamond Tuxedo Buttons and Cufflinks

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage 9 Karat Yellow Gold Mother-of-Pearl and Diamond Tuxedo Buttons and Cufflinks. This elegant set includes one pair of cufflinks and four tuxedo buttons, each detailed with stun...

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20th Century Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Pair 14k Gold & Diamond Tiffany & Co Mid-Century Round Collar Studs or Buttons
Pair 14k Gold & Diamond Tiffany & Co Mid-Century Round Collar Studs or Buttons

Pair 14k Gold & Diamond Tiffany & Co Mid-Century Round Collar Studs or Buttons

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine pair of gold & diamond studs or buttons. By Tiffany & Co. In 14 karat yellow gold.

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Mid-20th Century Modern Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Snowman Black White Diamond Gold Pearl Pendant
Snowman Black White Diamond Gold Pearl Pendant

Snowman Black White Diamond Gold Pearl Pendant

By Elisa Pozza by PETRONILLA

Located in Bussolengo, Verona

Its eyes are two black diamonds and its buttons are three white diamonds.

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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Tiffany Victoria Diamond Earrings in PT950 Large
Tiffany Victoria Diamond Earrings in PT950 Large

Tiffany Victoria Diamond Earrings in PT950 Large

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Brand: Tiffany & Co. Victoria Diamonds: Marquise VVS E-F Total Carat Weight: 1.62ctw Material: Platinum PT950 Earrings Dimension: 9.2mm X 9.2mm Earring Backs: Push Backs with Buttons...

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21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany Victoria Diamond Earrings in PT950 Large
Tiffany Victoria Diamond Earrings in PT950 Large

Tiffany Victoria Diamond Earrings in PT950 Large

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Brand: Tiffany & Co. Victoria Diamonds: Marquise VVS E-F Total Carat Weight: 1.62ctw Material: Platinum PT950 Earrings Dimension: 9.2mm X 9.2mm Earring Backs: Push Backs with Buttons...

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21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1960s Happy Buddha Coral Sapphire Diamond Gold Brooch

1960s Happy Buddha Coral Sapphire Diamond Gold Brooch

Located in Greenwich, CT

With a hand carved coral face sporting the widest of smiles and 18K yellow gold monastic robes, complete with diamond sleeves and sapphire buttons, the Buddha reminds us that content...

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Vintage 1960s American Brooches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Yellow Gold

Brasolin Diamond and 18Kt Yellow Gold Italian Buckle Bracelet
Brasolin Diamond and 18Kt Yellow Gold Italian Buckle Bracelet

Brasolin Diamond and 18Kt Yellow Gold Italian Buckle Bracelet

By Brasolin Milan Italy

Located in Derby, NY

Also called a Fibbia bracelet, this 18 Kt yellow and white gold bracelet is expertly detailed with .34 cttw in VS-SI, G-H diamonds. The secure clasp also buttons in place at the dia...

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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

CARTIER Late Deco Brooch In Solid Platinum With 6.95 Ctw In VVS Diamonds
CARTIER Late Deco Brooch In Solid Platinum With 6.95 Ctw In VVS Diamonds

CARTIER Late Deco Brooch In Solid Platinum With 6.95 Ctw In VVS Diamonds

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

Period: Late Art Deco, 1940-1950 Diamonds: Mounted in channels and buttons prongs settings, with 103 graduated baguette cut diamonds, with an estimate total weight of about 5.10 car...

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Krementz Art Deco Gentleman's Evening Tuxedo Set
Krementz Art Deco Gentleman's Evening Tuxedo Set

Krementz Art Deco Gentleman's Evening Tuxedo Set

By Krementz & Co

Located in New York, NY

Circular black onyx detail, surrounded by delicate classic circumference designs in platinum and black enamel, and a central diamond in the buttons offer the elegance of complete dre...

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Vintage 1920s Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Enamel, Platinum, Yellow Gold

Trio Carved Coral Jade Dimaond Pave Male Figure Gold Brooche
Trio Carved Coral Jade Dimaond Pave Male Figure Gold Brooche

Trio Carved Coral Jade Dimaond Pave Male Figure Gold Brooche

Located in Stamford, CT

Trio natural GIA certified carved Coral pin of a man. Jade buttons, Diamond Pavé arms. 14k yellow and white gold. 1 carved pink orange Coral, 23.11 x 19.24 x 10.25mm, GIA certificat...

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Vintage 1970s Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Set of Seven Edwardian Diamond-Set and Enamel Buttons
Set of Seven Edwardian Diamond-Set and Enamel Buttons

Set of Seven Edwardian Diamond-Set and Enamel Buttons

Located in London, GB

A handsome set of late Victorian buttons. These royal blue enamel, yellow gold, and diamond buttons would have been made for the Indian Raj.

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Antique Early 1900s British Late Victorian More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Set of Five Light Blue Enamel and Diamond Buttons
Set of Five Light Blue Enamel and Diamond Buttons

Set of Five Light Blue Enamel and Diamond Buttons

Located in Atlanta, GA

Matched set of five beautiful buttons featuring blue enamel. Each with a flower decoration featuring rose cut diamonds set in rose gold.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond

A&G signed beads and pave diamonds buttons bracelet in 14k yellow gold
A&G signed beads and pave diamonds buttons bracelet in 14k yellow gold

A&G signed beads and pave diamonds buttons bracelet in 14k yellow gold

Located in Surfside, FL

Designer signed "A&G" 14 K yellow gold beads with pave diamonds button bracelet. Total diamonds approx. weight 1 carat.. Width: 15mm.7"

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20th Century Link Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold

A&G Signed Beads and Pave Diamonds Buttons Bracelet in 14k Yellow Gold
A&G Signed Beads and Pave Diamonds Buttons Bracelet in 14k Yellow Gold

A&G Signed Beads and Pave Diamonds Buttons Bracelet in 14k Yellow Gold

Located in Surfside, FL

Designer signed "A&G" 14 K yellow gold beads with pave diamonds button bracelet. Total diamonds approx. weight 1 carat.. Width: 15mm.7"

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20th Century Link Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold

A&G Signed Beads and Pave Diamonds Buttons Bracelet in 14k White Gold
A&G Signed Beads and Pave Diamonds Buttons Bracelet in 14k White Gold

A&G Signed Beads and Pave Diamonds Buttons Bracelet in 14k White Gold

Located in Surfside, FL

Designer signed "A&G" bracelet in 14 K white gold beads (4mm) & 6 fresh water cultured pearl (4mm) with pave diamonds button. Total diamonds approx. weight 1 carat. Width: 15mm. 7" l...

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20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

White Gold

A&G signed beads and pave diamonds buttons bracelet in 14k white gold
A&G signed beads and pave diamonds buttons bracelet in 14k white gold

A&G signed beads and pave diamonds buttons bracelet in 14k white gold

Located in Surfside, FL

Designer signed "A&G" bracelet in 14 K white gold beads (4mm) & 6 fresh water cultured pearl (4mm) with pave diamonds button. Total diamonds approx. weight 1 carat. Width: 15mm. 7" l...

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20th Century Link Bracelets

Materials

White Gold

A&G Signed Beads and Pave Diamonds Buttons Bracelet in 14k White Gold
A&G Signed Beads and Pave Diamonds Buttons Bracelet in 14k White Gold

A&G Signed Beads and Pave Diamonds Buttons Bracelet in 14k White Gold

Located in Surfside, FL

Designer signed "A&G" bracelet in 14 K white gold beads (4mm) & 6 fresh water cultured pearl (4mm) with pave diamonds button. Total diamonds approx. weight 1 carat. Width: 15mm. 7" l...

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20th Century Link Bracelets

Materials

White Gold

Antique Pink Topaz Earrings

Antique Pink Topaz Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Pair of pink topaz and rose diamond buttons, mounted as cluster earrings, set in silver and gold.

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English Stud Earrings

Unusual Gold Hand Cufflinks

Unusual Gold Hand Cufflinks

Located in London, GB

Each Gold Hand holds an Old Mine Diamond and on each Gold Cuff there are two Rose Diamond Buttons and a Black Onyx Terminal.

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Vintage 1950s French Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold

Faberge Enamel Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Buttons
Faberge Enamel Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Buttons

Faberge Enamel Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Buttons

By Karl Fabergé

Located in London, GB

A fine pair of rose cut diamond cluster buttons with red guilloche enamel centre, signed by August Hollming, chief jeweller for Carl Faberge, St Petersburg 1895-1904 ( ideal for con...

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Antique Early 1900s Russian Edwardian Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

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Antique Diamond and Mother of Pearl Stud Set

Located in Riverdale, NY

Beautiful Diamond and Mother of Pearl Stud Set from the late 19th Century of French origin. High quality diamonds are antique modified square cuts on the borders and each button is c...

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Early 20th Century French Edwardian Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

14K Yellow Gold and Platinum Onyx Cufflinks and Tuxedo Button Set #21400
14K Yellow Gold and Platinum Onyx Cufflinks and Tuxedo Button Set #21400

14K Yellow Gold and Platinum Onyx Cufflinks and Tuxedo Button Set #21400

Located in Washington Depot, CT

14 Karat Yellow Gold and Platinum Onyx Cufflinks and Tuxedo Button Set Elegant and refined, this sophisticated formalwear set includes a pair of cufflinks and three matching tuxedo ...

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20th Century Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Men's Waistcoat Buttons
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Men's Waistcoat Buttons

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Men's Waistcoat Buttons

Located in New York, NY

This elegant vintage men’s suit set is crafted in rich 14k yellow gold and features luminous mother-of-pearl inlays that offer a soft, iridescent glow. Designed with timeless sophist...

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20th Century Cufflinks

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Diamond Buttons For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of diamond buttons for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and white gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 15 vintage editions and 10 modern creations to choose from as well. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. retro and contemporary are consistently popular styles when it comes to diamond buttons. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Alex Jona, AVGVSTA and Fei Liu produced popular versions that are worth a look. There are many round cut, mixed cut and brilliant cut diamond buttons for sale. If you’re browsing the variety of diamond buttons for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.

How Much are Diamond Buttons?

Prices for diamond buttons can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $191 and can go as high as $350,000, while diamond buttons, on average, fetch $700.

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.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

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

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

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

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

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

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

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