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Georgian Agate

Georgian Agate and Gilt Drop Earrings
Georgian Agate and Gilt Drop Earrings

Georgian Agate and Gilt Drop Earrings

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

These earrings hold so much detail. The striped stones are encased in a decorative frame with leaf and orb detail. The earrings are worn using shepherds hooks. Drop From Ear: 50mm ...

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Antique Early 1800s British Georgian Drop Earrings

Materials

Agate, Gold, Gilt Metal

Rare Antique Georgian Moss Agate 18K Yellow Gold Signet Ring
Rare Antique Georgian Moss Agate 18K Yellow Gold Signet Ring

Rare Antique Georgian Moss Agate 18K Yellow Gold Signet Ring

Located in New York, NY

Rare antique Georgian Portrait Moss Agate 18K yellow gold signet ring 19th Century Moss agate, a mesmorizing variety of calcedony, has captivated the imagination of some of the most ...

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Antique 19th Century Georgian Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Georgian Black Banded Agate 18 Kt Bracelet
Georgian Black Banded Agate 18 Kt Bracelet

Georgian Black Banded Agate 18 Kt Bracelet

Located in Napoli, IT

This beautiful bracelet is Georgian period, 1820 ca Hand crafted of solid 18 kt gold Consisting of five large oval and round panels set with black banded agate polished sections Marv...

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Antique 1790s European Regency Link Bracelets

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold

Ornate Antique Georgian Roses and Acorns Gold Cased Agate Seal Fob Pendant
Ornate Antique Georgian Roses and Acorns Gold Cased Agate Seal Fob Pendant

Ornate Antique Georgian Roses and Acorns Gold Cased Agate Seal Fob Pendant

Located in New York, NY

Fine, ornate antique Georgian gold cased agate seal fob pendant with a rare roses and acorns motif Early 19th Century Elaborate, well detailed antique gold cased agate seal fob penda...

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Antique 19th Century European Georgian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Gold

Late 18th Century Georgian 18k Gold Moss Agate Ring, England, Size 6
Late 18th Century Georgian 18k Gold Moss Agate Ring, England, Size 6

Late 18th Century Georgian 18k Gold Moss Agate Ring, England, Size 6

Located in Firenze, IT

Period: Late 18th century Provenance: England Ring size: 6 Weight: 2.9 gr Questo anello in agata muschiata, di provenienza inglese e databile intorno al 1780, è caratterizzato da un...

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Antique Late 18th Century British Georgian Engagement Rings

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgian Diamond Agate 18K Yellow Gold Silver Antique Urn Cameo Mourning Ring
Georgian Diamond Agate 18K Yellow Gold Silver Antique Urn Cameo Mourning Ring

Georgian Diamond Agate 18K Yellow Gold Silver Antique Urn Cameo Mourning Ring

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Centering an oval shaped agate tablet measuring 12.0 x 10.5 mm Semi-translucent cream to brown in color - carved with urn cameo Grooved with detail throughout - representing mourning...

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Antique 1780s Georgian Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Antique Georgian 1760s 18K Gold, White Enamel & Grey Agate Etui or Needle Case
Antique Georgian 1760s 18K Gold, White Enamel & Grey Agate Etui or Needle Case

Antique Georgian 1760s 18K Gold, White Enamel & Grey Agate Etui or Needle Case

Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB

A Georgian gold, enamel and agate needle case or etui, comprising a needle case in polished grey agate, with an inscription in white enamel, with floral detailing in 18 karat yellow ...

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Antique Mid-18th Century British Georgian Boxes and Cases

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

English antique Georgian silver mounted moss agate brooch circa 1800
English antique Georgian silver mounted moss agate brooch circa 1800

English antique Georgian silver mounted moss agate brooch circa 1800

Located in Central England, GB

This lovely Georgian antique brooch is made from unmarked silver (tested) which is not unusual for jewellery from this early period.

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Antique Early 19th Century English George III Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Agate, Silver

Antique Georgian Buckle Banded Agate Against The Evil Eye Garnets Gilt metal
Antique Georgian Buckle Banded Agate Against The Evil Eye Garnets Gilt metal

Antique Georgian Buckle Banded Agate Against The Evil Eye Garnets Gilt metal

Located in Munich, Bavaria

d This outstanding dress buckle uses the combination of flat cut garnets and banded agates chosen for their eye resemblance. Agates cut this way have been used in jewellery since ant...

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Antique 1830s English George V Vanity Items

Materials

Agate, Garnet, Gilt Metal

Antique agate day-to-night earrings
Antique agate day-to-night earrings

Antique agate day-to-night earrings

Located in New York, NY

A pair of Georgian gold and agate day-to-night earrings, comprised of cushion-shaped tops suspending detachable drop-shaped pendants, each framed by intricate cannetille work, in 18k...

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Antique 1830s Georgian Drop Earrings

Materials

Agate, Gold, 18k Gold

Pair of 18th Century Irish Georgian Wall Brackets with Agate Coral and Pearls
Pair of 18th Century Irish Georgian Wall Brackets with Agate Coral and Pearls

Pair of 18th Century Irish Georgian Wall Brackets with Agate Coral and Pearls

By Interi

Located in Columbia, SC

Pair of 18th century Irish Georgian sconces with agate coral and coordinating gold leaf baroque pearls.

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Antique 18th Century Irish Rococo Wall Brackets

Materials

Agate, Coral, Gold Leaf

c1780 18K Monogrammed Bullseye Agate Ring
c1780 18K Monogrammed Bullseye Agate Ring

c1780 18K Monogrammed Bullseye Agate Ring

Located in Baltimore, MD

This reddish sardonyx agate stone is known as an eye agate or a bullseye agate, a banded agate that is cut en cabochon extremely fine so that the bands form concentric circles.

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Antique 1780s British Georgian Fashion Rings

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold

Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Moonstone Georgian Pinchbeck Clasp Bra
Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Moonstone Georgian Pinchbeck Clasp Bra

Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Moonstone Georgian Pinchbeck Clasp Bra

By Karen Sugarman Designs

Located in Colleyville, TX

Four strands of hand-linked blue flash moonstone rondelles dotted with every the popular Sleeping Beauty turquoise faceted oval nuggets are the perfect compliment for this antique G...

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Antique Early 19th Century American Georgian Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Agate, Moonstone, Turquoise, Gold Plate, Pinchbeck

Georgian 18k Yellow Gold Hardstone Cameo Ring, Italy, Circa 1790s
Georgian 18k Yellow Gold Hardstone Cameo Ring, Italy, Circa 1790s

Georgian 18k Yellow Gold Hardstone Cameo Ring, Italy, Circa 1790s

Located in Firenze, IT

The ring consists of a hard stone cameo dated to the 18th – 19th century, which is set in a yellow gold setting. The cameo features a profile portrait of a man, whose distinctive fac...

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Antique 1790s Italian Georgian Signet Rings

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Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 12ct Gold Intaglio Ring, 18th Century Agate, UK Origin
Victorian 12ct Gold Intaglio Ring, 18th Century Agate, UK Origin

Victorian 12ct Gold Intaglio Ring, 18th Century Agate, UK Origin

Located in Braintree, GB

The later Victorian shank frames the stone securely, creating a striking contrast between the warm gold and the deep two-tone agate. A strong collectors piece for those interested in...

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Antique 1790s British Georgian Signet Rings

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Gold

19th Century Pollard Oak Campaign Writing Slope or Lap Desk
19th Century Pollard Oak Campaign Writing Slope or Lap Desk

19th Century Pollard Oak Campaign Writing Slope or Lap Desk

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

19th Century Pollard Oak Campaign Writing Slope or Lap Desk This is a very rare piece, it is a Campaign Writing Slope, it is made in Pollard Oak and bound in brass, it is an except...

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Antique 19th Century Georgian Decorative Boxes

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Agate

Antique English Gilt Sterling Silver & Agate Fruit Set for 12
Antique English Gilt Sterling Silver & Agate Fruit Set for 12

Antique English Gilt Sterling Silver & Agate Fruit Set for 12

By George William Adams

Located in New York, NY

English gilt sterling silver & agate fruit set. This set comprises 24 pieces: 12 knives and 12 forks. Each: Tapering and chamfered rectilinear handle in mottled and translucent agate...

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Georgian Sterling Silver

Materials

Agate, Stone, Sterling Silver

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Georgian Agate Drapery Necklace
Georgian Agate Drapery Necklace

Georgian Agate Drapery Necklace

Unavailable

L 16.15 in

Georgian Agate Drapery Necklace

Located in PARIS, FR

Georgian agate drapery necklace in yellow and pink gold 14 karats (585 thousandth) and 18 karats (750 thousandth).

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Antique 1810s European George III Chain Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Carnelian, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgian Agate Maltese Cross Pendant

Georgian Agate Maltese Cross Pendant

Unavailable

H 1.58 in W 1.58 in

Georgian Agate Maltese Cross Pendant

Located in London, GB

The 4 light Brown and White Agate arms of the Cross are cut from the same piece of stone, polished and mounted so that the bands in the Agate radiate from the central cabochon. Very ...

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Antique 1790s British Necklace Enhancers

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Agate, 18k Gold

Antique Georgian Agate Locket Vinaigrette Long Mourning Necklace
Antique Georgian Agate Locket Vinaigrette Long Mourning Necklace

Antique Georgian Agate Locket Vinaigrette Long Mourning Necklace

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

This is a fabulous Georgian long Mourning necklace that leads to a large locket set in 18ct Gold on Pinchbeck.

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Antique 1710s British Georgian Pendant Necklaces

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Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Pinchbeck

Georgian Agate Natural Pearl Rare 18 Karat Celestial Brooch
Georgian Agate Natural Pearl Rare 18 Karat Celestial Brooch

Georgian Agate Natural Pearl Rare 18 Karat Celestial Brooch

Located in Napoli, IT

This fascination with the solar system and its celestial bodies continued long after Halley’s Comet disappeared from view This lovely Georgian example dates 1800 ca - boasts the magn...

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Antique Early 1800s Georgian Brooches

Materials

Agate, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Georgian Graduated Agate Bracelet
Georgian Graduated Agate Bracelet

Georgian Graduated Agate Bracelet

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The stone takes its name from the Achetes River in Sicily where it was first discovered more than two millennia ago. Agate is most often seen in Georgian and Victorian jewelry carved...

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Antique 1820s British Georgian Link Bracelets

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Agate, 10k Gold

Georgian 18 Karat Gold Banded Agate Jumbo Bracelet
Georgian 18 Karat Gold Banded Agate Jumbo Bracelet

Georgian 18 Karat Gold Banded Agate Jumbo Bracelet

Located in Napoli, IT

An exceptional solid 18 KT yellow gold Georgian / Regency period bracelet. Featuring all close back large composition of natural Banded Agate gemstones.

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Antique Late 18th Century Georgian More Bracelets

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Agate, 18k Gold

Georgian Roman Gods Carnelian Agate Intaglio Seal
Georgian Roman Gods Carnelian Agate Intaglio Seal

Georgian Roman Gods Carnelian Agate Intaglio Seal

Unavailable

H 1.07 in W 0.79 in D 0.16 in

Georgian Roman Gods Carnelian Agate Intaglio Seal

Located in Boston, Lincolnshire

Museum quality, Highly detailed Antique Georgian c.1800 carved Carnelian Agate intaglio seal with an image of Roman Gods.

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Antique 19th Century Neoclassical Desk Accessories

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Agate, Carnelian

Antique Georgian Bullseye Agate Bracelet 18 Carat Gilt, circa 1800
Antique Georgian Bullseye Agate Bracelet 18 Carat Gilt, circa 1800

Antique Georgian Bullseye Agate Bracelet 18 Carat Gilt, circa 1800

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

This extraordinary antique Bullseye Agate bracelet has been beautifully preserved from the Georgian era, Circa 1800.

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Antique Early 1800s British Georgian Beaded Bracelets

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Agate, 18k Gold, Gilt Metal

Antique Georgian 18 Karat Gold and Yellow Agate Intaglio Fob Seal
Antique Georgian 18 Karat Gold and Yellow Agate Intaglio Fob Seal

Antique Georgian 18 Karat Gold and Yellow Agate Intaglio Fob Seal

Located in London, GB

The support comprising 4 mythological marine serpents to a heavy 5 stepped frame base. The Intaglio Crest with a Shield of 4 divisions, a lion, 3 birds, a cross, 2 leopard heads with...

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Antique 18th Century British Georgian Necklace Enhancers

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Agate, 18k Gold

Agate Antique Jewelry Georgian Eye Gold Lace Pin Collet Setting Vintage Brooch
Agate Antique Jewelry Georgian Eye Gold Lace Pin Collet Setting Vintage Brooch

Agate Antique Jewelry Georgian Eye Gold Lace Pin Collet Setting Vintage Brooch

Located in London, GB

This exquisite agate lace pin is strikingly like an eye! The collet setting is typical of the Georgian period when fine brooches like these would have been worn on delicate lace shaw...

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Antique Mid-18th Century Unknown Georgian Brooches

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Agate, 9k Gold

Georgian 14k Agate, Diamond, Ruby, and Emerald Carved Bust Seal Pendant
Georgian 14k Agate, Diamond, Ruby, and Emerald Carved Bust Seal Pendant

Georgian 14k Agate, Diamond, Ruby, and Emerald Carved Bust Seal Pendant

Located in Narberth, PA

A fantastic pendant from the Georgian era (ca1830)!  Made of vibrant 14k yellow gold and carved agate, the pendant has a wonderful 3-dimensional design and depicts the bust of a man.

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Antique 1830s Georgian Pendant Necklaces

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Agate, Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Coral Necklace with Agate Cameo and Agate Balls, Biedermeier
Coral Necklace with Agate Cameo and Agate Balls, Biedermeier

Coral Necklace with Agate Cameo and Agate Balls, Biedermeier

Located in Berlin, DE

Coral necklace with agate mixture and agate balls This Biedermeier necklace from approx. 1850 is provided with an artfully cut agate pendant. This oval gem shows a motive of a woman...

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Antique Early 19th Century Italian Georgian Beaded Necklaces

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Agate, Coral

Georgian 14k Agate, Diamond, Ruby, and Emerald Carved Bust Seal Pendant
Georgian 14k Agate, Diamond, Ruby, and Emerald Carved Bust Seal Pendant

Georgian 14k Agate, Diamond, Ruby, and Emerald Carved Bust Seal Pendant

Located in Narberth, PA

A fantastic pendant from the Georgian era (ca1830)!  Made of vibrant 14k yellow gold and carved agate, the pendant has a wonderful 3-dimensional design and depicts the bust of a man.

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Antique 1830s Georgian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Feride / Agate Ring
Feride / Agate Ring

Feride / Agate Ring

Located in Tbilisi, GE

The ring is made of Bronze, with Agate stone and sapphire

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2010s Georgian Art Nouveau Fashion Rings

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Agate, Blue Sapphire, Bronze

Large Antique Georgian 18 Karat Gold and White Agate Intaglio Fob Seal
Large Antique Georgian 18 Karat Gold and White Agate Intaglio Fob Seal

Large Antique Georgian 18 Karat Gold and White Agate Intaglio Fob Seal

Located in London, GB

The support comprising 8 long leaf shaped straps in a design referred to as a "lantern seal". The White Agate is skilfully engraved with 2 hunting dogs, one seated and the other lyin...

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Antique 18th Century British Necklace Enhancers

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Agate, 18k Gold

Late 18th Century Moss Agate Ring
Late 18th Century Moss Agate Ring

Late 18th Century Moss Agate Ring

Located in Austin, TX

Late 19th Century moss agate ring. The agate natural patterning depicts an abstract mountain scene. The stone is set in a closed back setting with engraved detailed gold frame. Engli...

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Antique Late 18th Century British Georgian Fashion Rings

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Agate, Gold

Georgian Sardonyx Cameo Ring
Georgian Sardonyx Cameo Ring

Georgian Sardonyx Cameo Ring

Located in New York, NY

C.1820. Georgian sardonyx cameo ring. The carving was done in three strata. The carver has utilized the striations in the stone to create a color contrast between the subject's face ...

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Antique 1820s British Georgian More Rings

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Agate, 18k Gold

Rare French Georgian Carved Seal Fob
Rare French Georgian Carved Seal Fob

Rare French Georgian Carved Seal Fob

Unavailable

H 1.54 in W 0.63 in

Rare French Georgian Carved Seal Fob

Located in Napoli, IT

Rare Past Treasures Georgian Period, possibly 1750 or even earlier, unusual and rare seal fob Interesting carving of a face with covered head made from banded Agate- beautifully han...

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Antique Early 18th Century Georgian Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold

Georgian John Milton Cameo Ring
Georgian John Milton Cameo Ring

Georgian John Milton Cameo Ring

Located in Sale, Cheshire

A cool Georgian cameo ring depicting John Milton. Milton was an English poet and intellectual who served as a civil servant in the Commonwealth of England under Oliver Cromwell.

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Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Signet Rings

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Agate, 15k Gold

Antique Circa 18th Century Agate Cameo Mine Cut Diamonds Sterling
Antique Circa 18th Century Agate Cameo Mine Cut Diamonds Sterling

Antique Circa 18th Century Agate Cameo Mine Cut Diamonds Sterling

Located in Melbourne, FL

An exquisite agate cameo dating back to circa eighteenth century. The brown and cream colored cameo is a finely crafted picture of a male and female embracing. The cameo is surroun...

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Antique Early 18th Century Unknown Georgian Brooches

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Agate, Sterling Silver

Antique Georgian "Love Conquers All" Cameo Brooch
Antique Georgian "Love Conquers All" Cameo Brooch

Antique Georgian "Love Conquers All" Cameo Brooch

Located in Sale, Cheshire

Love Conquers All. An exquisite Georgian cameo brooch dating from the early 19th century, circa 1820. The subject, commonly referred to as love conquers all, depicts cupid/eros ridin...

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Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Brooches

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Agate, Rock Crystal, 15k Gold

Antique Georgian Hardstone Cameo Signet Ring, Greek Philosopher, 9ct Rose Gold
Antique Georgian Hardstone Cameo Signet Ring, Greek Philosopher, 9ct Rose Gold

Antique Georgian Hardstone Cameo Signet Ring, Greek Philosopher, 9ct Rose Gold

Located in Shepton Mallet, GB

An extremely well carved agate Cameo depicting a Classical Greek Philosopher, originally crafted in the late Georgian Era, set in 9ct Rose Gold.

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Antique 1830s European Georgian Signet Rings

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Agate, Rose Gold

Antique Georgian Heraldic Seal Fob "Loyalty = Right"
Antique Georgian Heraldic Seal Fob "Loyalty = Right"

Antique Georgian Heraldic Seal Fob "Loyalty = Right"

Located in Sale, Cheshire

An incredible Georgian seal fob set with an intaglio carved yellow agate in the base.

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Antique Early 19th Century English George III Pendant Necklaces

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Agate, 15k Gold

Large Antique Georgian Crested Bloodstone Intaglio Ring
Large Antique Georgian Crested Bloodstone Intaglio Ring

Large Antique Georgian Crested Bloodstone Intaglio Ring

Located in London, GB

The very dark Bloodstone engraved with a Heraldic Coat of Arms comprising a shield within which are 3 Griffon Heads and 3 flowers in a hatched chevron. Above the shield is a gallopin...

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Antique 1810s British Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold

17th Century Early Indian / Portuguese Sterling silver gilt Box filigree
17th Century Early Indian / Portuguese Sterling silver gilt Box filigree

17th Century Early Indian / Portuguese Sterling silver gilt Box filigree

Located in London, GB

A C17th silver gilt snuff box with fine decorative piercing and original agate panel in lid. Portuguese or Indian Colonial. Unmarked circa 1670

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Antique 1670s Georgian Boxes and Cases

Materials

Agate

Argonauts/ Brooch
Argonauts/ Brooch

Argonauts/ Brooch

Unavailable

H 5.12 in W 2.37 in D 0.52 in

Argonauts/ Brooch

Located in Tbilisi, GE

The brooch 'Argonauts' is exhibited at VII MUESTRA· ORFEBRERÍA CONTEMPORÁNEA 2023, Madrid, Spain. It is made of Bronze and Agate Stone.

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2010s Georgian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Agate, Bronze

Ia Jewels Gold-Plated Silver White Cameo Emerald Diamond Cocktail Ring
Ia Jewels Gold-Plated Silver White Cameo Emerald Diamond Cocktail Ring

Ia Jewels Gold-Plated Silver White Cameo Emerald Diamond Cocktail Ring

By Ia Jewels

Located in Tbilisi, GE

Gold Plated silver contemporary ring with cameo on the white agate, emeralds and diamonds

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21st Century and Contemporary Georgian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Emerald, Silver

Antique Gold Cameo Ring Greek Theatre Mask Silenus Hardstone Intaglio Signet
Antique Gold Cameo Ring Greek Theatre Mask Silenus Hardstone Intaglio Signet

Antique Gold Cameo Ring Greek Theatre Mask Silenus Hardstone Intaglio Signet

Located in London, GB

A very unusual antique gold ring set with a carved brown and white hardstone cameo depicting the theatrical comic mask of Silenus, the Greek mythological old rustic god of wine-makin...

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Antique Early 19th Century Italian Georgian Signet Rings

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Agate, 18k Gold

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Georgian Agate For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact georgian agate you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and 15k Gold — can elevate any look. Finding the perfect georgian agate may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 20th Century. Creating a georgian agate has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Chelsea-Derby, François-Désiré Froment-Meurice and Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection are consistently popular. A georgian agate can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 105 Agate versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for an oval cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes cabochon and mixed cut alternatives. Finding a georgian agate for sale for women should be easy, but there are 67 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Georgian Agate?

Prices for a georgian agate can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $300 and can go as high as $67,951, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,695.

A Close Look at Georgian Jewelry

Georgian jewelry is named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign, which lasted until 1837). A slew of beautiful pieces were produced during the period, and today antique Georgian rings, necklaces and other accessories are coveted by fine jewelry collectors.

There are certain features that distinguish jewelry from this era, including the fact that pieces from the 18th and early 19th centuries were handmade (so don’t let the absence of a maker’s mark lead you to believe otherwise). Antique Georgian jewelry also has a certain “look.” It’s a bit gray because stones were often set in silver, and because stonecutting techniques were not as advanced as they are today, the gems do not possess the level of sparkle to which we have become accustomed.

Intricate metalworking techniques such as repoussé (the hammering of metal into ornate designs) and cannetille (a method of working the gold wire to make it look woven) allowed goldsmiths to really flex their muscles. These gold pieces, either on their own or combined with gemstones, made for highly original and dramatic jewelry. The era also saw pieces with ornately woven strands of human hair.

Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. These were often cut in the shape of a cabochon or teardrop. It was fashionable to combine garnets or rubies with seed pearls. In Georgian diamond rings, popular cuts for diamonds included rose, old mine and table. Around the 1780s, paste jewelry, or hand-cut glass on foil, was used to imitate diamonds.

Browse a collection of antique Georgian diamond rings, earrings, brooches and other authentic Georgian jewelry today on 1stDibs.