Diamond Lapel Watch
1920s Gubelin Platinum Diamond Lapel Watch
By Gubelin Lucerne
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Art Deco E. Gubelin Lucerne Platinum Diamond Lapel Watch set with 71 old European and
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co Patek Philippe Iconic Edwardian Platinum Diamond Lapel Watch
By Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Edwardian platinum lapel brooch watch by Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Co, set with approx
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Antique 19th Century Swiss Edwardian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Gubelin Art Deco Diamond Platinum Enamel Dragon Pendant Lapel Watch
By Gubelin
Located in New York, NY
2003 lot 219 for a diamond lapel watch by Gubelin. Art Deco diamond lapel watches by Gubelin are rare
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum, Enamel
Diamond And Enamel Sunfish Lapel Watch
Located in New Orleans, LA
A delightful blend of watchmaking refinement and unique artistry, this charming lapel watch takes
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Modern Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Antique Gold Diamond Lapel Pocket Watch
Located in New York, NY
Antique Art Nouveau 18k gold pocket watch, high relief case, decorated with diamonds. Case is 23mm
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Antique 19th Century Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Antique Swiss Sapphire and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Lapel Watch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
gold lapel watch; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections
This fine and
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Antique Early 1900s Swazi Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Art Deco Diamond Pearl and Platinum Pendant Watch, Circa 1925
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
., Art Deco, diamond, pearl and platinum lapel pendant watch, with a diamond set platinum bar pin, with
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond & Platinum Lapel Watch with Glycine Movement
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Elegant Art Deco Lapel watch created in France in the 1920's. Beautiful shape, tasteful combination
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Brooches
Antique Guilloche Ruby Enamel, Diamond and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lapel Watch
Located in New York, NY
rose cut diamonds. The watch pendant, inscribed on its perimeter with fine geometric detailing, hangs
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Antique 1860s French Early Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
W 1.25 in D 0.3 in L 2.75 in
Van Cleef & Arpels 1925 Paris Lapel Clip Watch Platinum With 2.17 Ctw Diamonds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Art deco lapel clip watch designed by Van Cleef & Arpels.
Fabulous and very rare lapel clip watch
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
W 1.06 in D 0.6 in L 1.3 in
UTI Paris 1948 for Eliakim Cairo Lapel Cuckoo Watch in 18kt Gold with Gemstones
Located in Miami, FL
Lapel cuckoo watch designed by UTI Paris.
Fabulous and very unusual piece, created in Paris France
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Vintage 1940s French Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
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Art Nouveau Diamond Gold Demi Hunter Lapel Watch
Located in McLean, VA
This 18 kt. yellow gold Art Nouveau Demi Hunter lapel watch hangs from an original Art Nouveau
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Antique 1890s Unknown Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Boucheron Platinum Diamond Guilloche Royal Blue Enamel Lapel Watch, circa 1910s
By Boucheron
Located in Milano, IT
A Belle Epoque platinum, diamond and guilloche enamel lapel watch. Boucheron, circa 1910s.
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20th Century Swiss Edwardian Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond, Jade, and Black Onyx Lapel Watch
Located in San Francisco, CA
inches long, The elongated rectangular watch case is design around five central square Asscher-cut
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Platinum
Cartier Lady's Platinum and Diamond Lapel Watch
By Cartier
Located in Holland, PA
Cartier lady's platinum and diamond lapel watch. Manual-wind movement in working condition
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Early 20th Century Swiss Edwardian Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co Patek Philippe Diamond Yellow Gold Lapel Manual Wind Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold And Diamond Lapel Watch by Patek Philippe
for Tiffany & Co.
With 18 round
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20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
GRANT A. PEACOCK stunning diamond and sapphire lapel watch
Located in New York, NY
An Art Deco, platinum, sapphire and diamond lapel watch. Formerly party from Geraldine Farrar
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Dragonfly Lapel Watch by Jaccard
Located in New Orleans, LA
firm was renowned for its variety of quality luxury goods, including watches, clocks, diamonds, silver
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Antique 19th Century American Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Antique Guilloche Enamel Diamond Gold Lapel Watch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Antique 18k gold pocket lapel watch, crafted by Tiffany & Co, adorned with guilloche enamel and
Category
20th Century Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Pink Shell Diamond Pearl Yellow Gold Lapel Watch Brooch
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A pocket lapel watch attached to a pendant brooch, ca. 1910. This jewellery item is crafted in a
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Vintage 1910s Swedish Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Lapel Watch Pendant Pin Diamond Platinum Gold Enamel
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Lovely Art Deco lapel watch pendant created in the 1920s.
The watch is made of platinum, yellow
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Vintage 1920s Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Enamel, Platinum
Yellow Gold Scarab Lapel Watch, circa 1880
Located in New Orleans, LA
This masterfully crafted Swiss gold lapel watch is an exemplary specimen of Swiss workmanship
Category
Antique 19th Century Swiss Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Materials
White Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
Jaeger-LeCoultre Enamel Gold Pocket Lapel Watch, 1890s
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare Jaeger-leCoultre pocket/lapel watch that would be definitely a conversational piece. It was
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Antique 1890s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Platinum and Diamond Encrusted Bird Form Lapel Pin and Watch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1910 Tiffany & Company Magnificent and all original Bird Form Lapel Pin and Pendant Watch
Category
Vintage 1910s American Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Nouveau Lapel Watch for C.D. Peacock
Located in Chicago, IL
Richly Detaild 14K yellow Gold Lapel Watch Retailed by C.D. Peacock. Waltham Movement. Set with .50
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Antique Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Art Deco Eszeha 14K White Gold Glass Lapel Watch
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
An antique Art Deco era lapel watch by Chopard, Boutique Special Editions Eszeha line. Clear glass
Category
20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
VERDURA Lapel Watch
By Verdura
Located in New York, NY
Unique Lapel Watch of Sunburst design. Sprinkled with Diamonds. Engraved "Betty from Mother 10-23
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Vintage 1940s American Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
GIRARD PERREGAUX Antique Diamond Pearl Gold/Silver Watch Lapel
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
This fine antique lapel watch from renowned Swiss watch maker Girard Perregaux is in unbelievable
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold
UTI Cuckoo Lapel Pin Watch 1940s
By Uti
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A very unusual Cuckoo Lapel Pin Watch by UTI Paris.
This after-war retro pin watch is a
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Vintage 1940s French Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Natural Pearl and Diamond Pendant and Brooch Lapel Watch
Located in New York, NY
Natural Pearl and Diamond Pendant and Brooch Lapel Watch
Antique 14k Gold
Category
Antique 1880s Brooches
Materials
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage 14K White Gold, Diamond, Onyx and Sapphire Lapel Watch Pin
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage 14K white gold, diamond, black onyx and blue sapphire lapel watch pin, with 28 rose cut
Category
Antique Early 1900s American Victorian Brooches
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold
Audemars Piguet Platinum and Diamond Lapel Watch, circa 1930s
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
This platinum Audemars Piguet watch is pave-set with numerous old European cut, round and single
Category
Vintage 1930s Swiss Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 1910 Gold Diamond and Enamel Lapel Watch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1910 Tiffany & Company Lapel Watch, the 18K Yellow Gold watch measures 22 M.M. ( 7/8 inch
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Vintage 1910s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Enamel
Tiffany & Co. Yellow Gold Diamond Enamel Lapel Pendant Pocket Watch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous Victorian 18k yellow gold watch/pendant by Tiffany & Co, features black 1-12 hour
Category
Antique 19th Century Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold
Victorian Patek Philippe Gold Lapel Watch Pocket
By Patek Philippe
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare Patek Philippe lapel/pocket watch that would be definitely a conversational piece. It was
Category
Antique Early 1900s Swiss Victorian Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Haas Neveux Yellow Gold Enamel and Diamond Set Porcelain Dial Lapel Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1910 very fine, Museum Quality Enamel and Gem set Lapel Watch by Haas Neveux. 18K Yellow Gold
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Vintage 1910s Swiss Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
MAUBOUSSIN. A Tutti-Frutti Gem-Set Lapel Watch
By Mauboussin
Located in London, GB
and diamond surround, turning to reveal the rectangular-shaped watch case with an oval-shaped nickel
Category
Vintage 1930s French Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Onyx, Platinum
1800s Golay Fils Stahl 18kt Pearl Diamond Ruby Emerald Bird Lapel Pendant Watch
Located in New york, NY
& Emerald Set ‘Swallow’ Lapel & Pendant Watch, Circa 1840-1880
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swiss Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Dragon Lapel Pin with 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch
Located in Santa Fe, NM
14kt yellow gold Dragon Lapel Pin with 18kt yellow gold Watch. Watch and Pin with Diamonds.
Pin
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Girard-Perregaux Lady's Art Nouveau Yellow Gold, Enamel and Diamond Lapel Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
lapel watch. This wonderful example of Art Nouveau Jewelry was owned by Elvira Guerra. The unique dial
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Boucheron Yellow Gold, Platinum and Diamond Retro Lapel Watch circa 1940s
By Boucheron
Located in Chicago, IL
A stunning Boucheron Retro 18k yellow gold, platinum and diamond lapel watch, circa 1940s.
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
VACHERON & CONSTANTIN Pendant/Lapel Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Chicago, IL
A fine and rare 18kt Gold, Rose Cut diamond, and black enamel, ladies lapel/pendant watch by
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Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
JANESICH PARIS Jade, Diamond, and Platinum Lapel Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
A gorgeous Art Deco, Platinum, Diamond, Jade, Onyx, and Mother of Pearl, lapel watch made by Verger
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Platinum
Marcus & Co Yellow Gold, Diamond and enamel Lapel Watch
By Marcus & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Magnificent, fine and rare 18k yellow gold, diamond and enamel lapel watch with enamel, diamond and
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Antique Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Paul Buhre Gold, Diamond and Enamel Lapel Watch Retailed by Van Cleef & Arpels
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Chicago, IL
A fabulous and rare yellow gold, platinum, diamond and guilloche enamel lapel watch by Paul Buhre
Category
20th Century Swiss Edwardian Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
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Important Cushion Cut Sapphire Diamond Platinum Necklace
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
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75.50 carats of beautiful Intense to Vivid Blue cushion cut sapphires, including a 17.48 carat cushion cut drop.
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
"Garrard & Co" Antique Natural Pearl and Diamond Bracelet, circa 1890/1905
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Exquisite Collector Edwardian/Belle Epoque Natural Pearl and Diamond Bracelet, fitted in its original case by Garrard & Co, circa 1900.
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Antique 1890s English Belle Époque Link Bracelets
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
New Day-Date Rose Gold 40mm Olive green with box and papers 2022
By Rolex
Located in Bilbao, ES
Instantly recognizable, its unique design has forged its identity. At its launch, the Day-Date was the only watch with a semi-circular window at 12 o’clock displaying the day of the ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, Rose Gold
Buccellati, Mario Jewelry Suite, 27 Carats, $450k Buccellati Evaluation, Rare
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Southbury, CT
This extraordinary one-of-a-kind parure created and signed by Mario Buccellati features 27 carats of old mine diamonds set within unfathomably, maniacally, obsessively 18K yellow gol...
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Vintage 1950s Renaissance Revival Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
GIA Report Certified 4 Carat Asscher Cut Diamond in 18k Yellow Gold Signet Ring
Located in Jaipur, RJ
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Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Guy Ellia 18 Karat Rose Gold Tourbillon Zephyr Skeleton Watch
By Guy Ellia
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Rose Gold Tourbillon Zephyr
Reference # RGGS-01-AAA
Skeletonized with Tourbillon
Christophe Claret developed movement
Manual Wind
White Sapphire Case with Rose Gold Sides
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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Sasportas 1925 Paris Art Deco Buddha Pendant 18Kt Diamonds Lapis and Malachite
By Sasportas
Located in Miami, FL
Colorful Buddha pendant designed by Sasportas.
A beautiful and fabulous antique pendant from the French Art-Deco period, circa 1925. Designed with very symbolic thought that shows t...
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Natural Pearl, Malachite, Lapis Lazuli, Diamond, Coral, Enamel, Platinum...
W 1.57 in D 0.6 in L 4.14 in
Art Deco Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Clasp
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Hummelstown, PA
Dating back to the second or third decade of the 20th century, this sleek and sophisticated Art Deco diamond clasp was designed and meticulously handcrafted in platinum by the esteem...
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Necklace Enhancers
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Charms Extraordinaire Lotus Watch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Charms Extraordinaire Lotus Watch
An 18k gold flower motif watch with dangling lucky charm; set with diamonds, sapphire and paraiba tourmaline and colorful enamel,...
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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Cartier, ‘Délices de Goa' turquoises and amethysts necklace
By Cartier
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
By the inimitable Maison Cartier, ‘Délices de Goa' necklace decorated with a succession of beads, turquoises and amethysts some of which are enriched with brilliant cut diamonds. Del...
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Early 2000s Modern Beaded Necklaces
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Amethyst, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex 116598SACO Daytona 18k Yellow Gold "Leopard" Sapphire & Diamond Watch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex
MPN: 116598SACO
Model: Daytona
Case Material: 18k Yellow gold
Case Diameter: 40mm
Crystal: Scratch resistant sapphire
Bezel: 18k yellow gold bezel with Orange sapphire g...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Rare Day-Date Octopus Diamond Set 18048
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A yellow gold 36mm rare vintage Day-Date Octopus by Rolex. Features a champagne dial set with 2 baguette cut and 8 round brilliant cut diamond hour markers. Complementing the dial is...
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
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Diamond, Yellow Gold
Wedderien 1928 Art Deco Carved Jade Clip Platinum 12.51 Cts Diamonds & Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco clip brooch designed by Wedderien.
An exceptional piece from the American art deco period, created in the city of New York by the jewelers Wedderien, back in the 1928. T...
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Brooches
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Brooches
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Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Ruby, Sapphire
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Diamond Lapel Watch For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact diamond lapel watch you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Platinum. Our collection of these items for sale includes 67 vintage editions and 3 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect diamond lapel watch may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. A diamond lapel watch from Tiffany & Co., Cartier and Boucheron — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. 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 rose cut and asscher cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a diamond lapel watch, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.
How Much is a Diamond Lapel Watch?
On average, a diamond lapel watch at 1stDibs sells for $9,038, while they’re typically $600 on the low end and $128,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.
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 rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Questions About Diamond Lapel Watch
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Whether Bulova watches have diamonds in them varies. The American watchmaker produces some timepieces with diamond accents, such as the Men’s 97D108, which has eight gemstones on its face. For its timepieces that are set with gems, Bulova only uses real diamonds. Shop a variety of Bulova watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024The most expensive diamond watch will vary over time as luxury watchmakers debut new models. Graff stands out for offering some of the priciest watches set with diamonds, such as the $55 million Hallucination and the $40 million Fascination. Other aspirationally priced diamond watches include the Chopard 201-Carat Watch at $25 million, the Jacob & Co. Billionaire Watch at $18 million, the Hublot $5 Million Watch at $5 million, the Piaget Emperador Temple at $3.5 million and the Cartier Secret Phoenix Watch at $2.7 million. Shop a large selection of diamond watches on 1stDibs.
- Are diamonds used in watches?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024Yes, diamonds are used in watches. Many watches contain bearings crafted out of lab-made jewels, which minimize friction and support more accurate timekeeping. In some cases, makers use lab-made diamonds for these features. Watchmakers may also set decorative diamonds into the bezel or bracelet to enhance the visual appeal of their timepieces. Some makers well-known for their diamond watches include Graff, Chopard, Jacob & Co., Piaget, Hublot, Cartier and Bulgari. Shop a collection of diamond watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Bulova watches are made from the finest materials, which includes real diamonds and gold. As a result they are considered an American luxury watch brand.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024Whether diamonds in watches are worth anything varies. Diamonds used as jewels in the movement systems of watches are often not high-quality gemstones and generally won't be worth much on their own. However, diamonds used as embellishments on the bracelet, case or dial may, in some cases, be of high enough quality to have some value. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler can assist you with determining how much a particular watch or the diamonds it contains may be worth. Find a wide variety of diamond watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024Laurence Graff owns the Graff diamond watch. The luxury watchmaker has introduced two watches that the title "Graff diamond watch" refers to — the Hallucination and the Fascination. Both have estimated values above $40 million and remain in Graff's possession. On 1stDibs, you can shop a collection of Graff watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, the diamonds in Rolex watches are real. The watchmaker has also featured other genuine gemstones, including rubies, emeralds and sapphires. Expert gemologists inspect every precious gemstone used in Rolex timepieces to ensure quality. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Rolex watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024Whether a Richard Mille watch has diamonds depends on the model. The luxury watchmaker does produce select timepieces with genuine conflict-free diamonds. Examples of Richard Mille watches that have been available with diamonds include the RM 007, the RM 0037 Full and the RM 51-02 Tourbillon Diamond Twister. Shop a diverse assortment of Richard Mille watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021How much it costs to put diamonds in a watch can vary depending on the number of diamonds, size and carat as well as the quality of the chosen diamonds. Our advice would be to consult a professional and trusted jeweler that is based in your region. . You can choose from a wide range of antique and vintage diamond jewelry today on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024The Graff Diamonds Hallucination watch is so expensive for a few reasons. First, it features 110 fancy-colored diamonds and platinum metal, which are costly materials. Also, each diamond rests in a handcrafted setting and is hand-cut. As a result, the watch required thousands of hours of work to produce, leading to tremendous labor costs. Finally, Graff produced only one of the timepieces, and its rarity adds to its value. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of Graff watches and jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024The quality of the diamonds used in Gucci jewelry and watches varies. However, the luxury maker has a reputation for being selective about its materials. As a result, most diamonds utilized by Gucci carry clarity ratings of VVS to VS clarity and color ratings of F or G. Gemologists working for the luxury fashion house individually select each stone from supplies provided through conflict-free mining activities. Find a range of Gucci jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.