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Roman Coin Bracelet - Roman Egypt - set in sterling silver
Located in Chicago, IL
pre-made bezels, that are made for modern coins passing as "handmade" jewelry. Each of our coins is
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Art Nouveau Gold Sapphire Ring 18kt
Located in Stamford, CT
movement against the industrialist revolution. Handmade jewelry with precious and semi precious stones were
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Roman Coin Bracelet - Emperor Domitian - set in sterling silver
Located in Chicago, IL
? I see a lot of pre-made bezels, that are made for modern coins passing as "handmade" jewelry. Each
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15th Century and Earlier Classical Roman Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Pegasos and Athena - Corinth Stater Fixed Chain
Located in Chicago, IL
"handmade" jewelry. Each of our coins is carefully handset in a custom made bezel which takes time and skill.
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Indian 19th Century Treasure Box with Brass Details and Partitioned Interior
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Indian handmade jewelry box from the 19th century with brass hardware, bracket feet and
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19th Century Indian Rustic Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Brass
H 7.5 in W 14.75 in D 9.75 in
0.44 Ct Diamond Eternity Ring Band in 18K Gold
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
, Delicate stackable ring
Eternity ring, eternity band, Handmade jewelry, Bridesmaid gifts, engagement ring
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15th Century and Earlier Thai Modern Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
0.26ct Diamond Bezel Studs Earrings in 18k Gold
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
earrings/ Gifts for her
Studs earrings, diamond studs, Handmade jewelry, Bridesmaid gifts, Diamond
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15th Century and Earlier Thai Modern Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Roman Coin Pendant: Altar and Thunderbolt, 2nd Century AD (Antoninus Pius)
Located in Chicago, IL
made for modern coins passing as "handmade" jewelry. Each of our coins is carefully handset in a custom
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pegasos - Domitian denarius
Located in Chicago, IL
"handmade" jewelry. Each of our coins is carefully handset in a custom made bezel which takes time and skill.
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Handmade Jewelry
Victorian Arts & Crafts 15ct Gold Turquoise Matrix Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Gold Chain Sold Separately
The Arts and Crafts era boasted handmade jewellery of artistic rather than
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise Matrix, Gold, 15k Gold
0.19 Ct Diamond Crescent Moon Ring in 14K Gold
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
for her / Pave setting ring
Crescent ring, Moon ring, Handmade jewelry, Bridesmaid gifts, engagement
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15th Century and Earlier Thai Modern Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
14k Yellow Gold Sleek Stackable Rainbow Moonstone Ruby Eternity Band Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
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This is a perfect Jewelry also Handmade Jewelry, Bridal Shower Gift, Valentine Gift, Gift For Sister
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15th Century and Earlier American Modern Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Moonstone, Ruby, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Julia Domna, Augusta. 193-217 AD. AR Denarius with Aquamarine Gem set in 18K
Located in Chicago, IL
from us? I see a lot of pre-made bezels, that are made for modern coins passing as "handmade" jewelry
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Gold set - India Gold Coin (Fanam) Dainty - Stylized Animals (circa 1700 AD)
Located in Chicago, IL
buy from us? I see a lot of pre-made bezels, that are made for modern coins passing as "handmade
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Roman Coin Pendant: Hadrian and Club - 120 AD
Located in Chicago, IL
from us? I see a lot of pre-made bezels, that are made for modern coins passing as "handmade" jewelry
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Roman Coin Pendant: Pax and Emperor, 1nd Century AD (Vespasian
Located in Chicago, IL
from us? I see a lot of pre-made bezels, that are made for modern coins passing as "handmade" jewelry
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Money Clip - Alexander the Great Drachm (Zeus and Hercules)
Located in Chicago, IL
, that are made for modern coins passing as "handmade" jewelry. Each of our coins is carefully handset in
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Alexander the Great Drachm (Zeus and Hercules)
Located in Chicago, IL
from us? I see a lot of pre-made bezels, that are made for modern coins passing as "handmade" jewelry
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Handmade Edwardian silver jewellery box with drawers
By Nathan & Hayes
Located in London, GB
Handmade, late-Edwardian-era antique silver jewel box mounted on four leaf-and-claw supports and
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair of Handmade Georgian Cut Steel Bracelets
By Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection
Located in Stamford, CT
Two are better than one when you find a rare pair of cut steel bracelets made of tightly clustered cut steel rivets that form flowers and bows along the seven inch length these Georg...
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Early 19th Century British George IV Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Cut Steel
Rose Cut Diamond Handmade Lizard Brooch
Located in Solvang, CA
Antique rose cut diamond handmade lizard brooch. This stunning antique lizard brooch features 131
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Early 20th Century Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Design Amber Silver Jewelry Set, circa 1920
Located in Berlin, DE
Handmade amber jewellery set in silver,
Length of the matching handmade chain 63 cm,
no hallmark
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Amber, Silver
Victorian Handmade Diamond Platinum Silver Sandpiper Brooch
Located in Greenwich, CT
Take a walk on your favorite beach with this adorable Victorian diamond gold silver sandpiper brooch. With his quick steps and sweet face, this collectible and very wearable sandpip...
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1870s American Victorian Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum, Silver
Hobe Sterling Jewelled Spray, 1930s
By Hobé Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Handmade sterling and gilt sterling brooch set with colored bezel set paste stones by Hobe from the
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver, Gold Plate
18k French Art Nouveau brooch - Late Victorian jewelry - Floral Napoleon III pin
Located in Antwerp, BE
-shaped setting. It is the center of a diamond shaped base with little handmade engravings. This
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 1.07 in D 0.4 in L 0.97 in
Antique Handmade Yellow Gold Long Chain Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique handmade yellow gold long chain circa 1900. *
ABOUT THIS ITEM: #N-DJ715G. Scroll down for
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art-Deco 1920's 18K Gold & Platinum English Handmade Cufflinks
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Designed as chain link cufflinks,
featuring 2 Disks
set in platinum
this piece is antique,
dating back to Art-Deco era
Finely crafted in 18K Yellow Gold &
Platinum
Elongat...
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1920s English Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cameo Carved Stone Pin, Handmade
Located in Great Neck, NY
Antique Cameo Carved Stone Pin - Handmade - Amazing!
Metal: 14K Yellow Gold
Weight: 17.1 grams
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1910s Edwardian Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold
Victorian Handmade 14K Yellow Gold Large Oval Woman Portrait Cameo Brooch
Located in Houston, TX
grams
Handmade 14K Yellow Gold cameo sardonyx shell Victorian (1837-1901) brooch.
The metal was
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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Butterfly Handmade Link Necklace C/1860
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
An enchanting Victorian necklace with its whimsical butterfly motif design in every link. Each link is masterfully crafted by hand with twisted wire details amidst their lovely wings...
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Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Art Deco Hand Carved Portrait Shell Cameo Gold Pin Pendant Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Carved oval Cameo is securely set in a Handmade 14K yellow Gold bezel and and filigree surround
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 1.38 in L 1.75 in
Parrot silver ring handmade hand engraved hand crafted
Located in Boca Raton, FL
honesty and open concept in selling jewelry, we try to be as transparent as we can
-We use ethical
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Early 18th Century Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Silver
AJD Elegant Peridot and Kyanite Dangle Earrings in 14K Yellow Gold
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Exquisite Handmade Earrings with Green Peridot and Blue Kyanite in 14K Yellow Gold
Elevate your
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15th Century and Earlier American Artisan Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Peridot, Kyanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Rubellite 15 Karat Yellow Gold Handmade Filligree Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This rare antique Victorian brooch features an intricate filligree design hand-crafted in 15k yellow gold, set with faceted oval red rubillites, and completed with a saltwater natura...
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1880s British Victorian Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Natural Pearl, Rubelite, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Hand Painted Mother of Pearl Gold Diamond Blue Sapphire Dangle Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Italy to make simple-chic Art Deco style jewellery, completely handmade and using the typical gemstones
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Early 1900s Chinese Arts and Crafts Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
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W 1.26 in L 2.76 in
Antique Edwardian English 15K Rose Gold Horse-Racing Scenes Handmade Cufflinks
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Designed as chain link cufflinks,
featuring 2 beautifully detailed horse-racing scenes
hand-painted in enamel,
this piece is antique,
dating back to Edwardian era
Finely crafted ...
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Rose Gold, 15k Gold
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W 0.52 in L 0.71 in
Antique Handmade Platinum 7.3ctw GIA Colombian Emerald Round Diamond Wire Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a magnificent antique brooch that was hand crafted from solid .900 platinum during the late art deco period. The brooch features an approximately 4.65 carat, GIA certifi...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
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W 1.2 in L 2.8 in
Belle Epoque Handmade Platinum and Diamond Brooch Pendant
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This beautifully handmade, platinum and diamond brooch pendant was crafted in the first part of the
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Early 20th Century European Belle Époque Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
AJD Sterling Silver NAZCA Line Hummingbird Pendant
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
. Handmade pendant in the World Famous NAZCA Lines. The NAZCA lines are a series of ancient geoglyphs in the
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Early 20th Century Peruvian Artisan Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Circa 1900s Handmade 14k Gold Top Silver Natural Diamond Bird Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 7.7 gram.
Totally is rose cut diamond 0.60 ct.
Totally is old cut diamond 0.18 ct.
The diamond mixed H-I-J-K-L color and s1-s2-s3-Pique1-2 cla...
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Carved Natural Carnelian Handmade Brooch in Open Back Gilt Brass
Located in Milford, DE
A carved carnelian gemstone in an ornate, Victorian, open-back, gilt brass, bezel setting. Antique spring ring clasp. The gemstone in this pin/brooch is beautifully carved and polish...
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, Brass, Gilt Metal
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H 0.99 in W 1.58 in
Antique Handmade Circa 1870s 14k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Enamel Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 18.4 grams.
Totally is diamond diamond 4.50 ct.
Acid tested to be 14k real gold.
Please contact for any questions.
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1870s European Victorian Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Bisbee Turquoise Squash Blossom Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
testament to the rarity and beauty of the stone. It is strung with beautiful handmade silver beads and is
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Early 20th Century Unknown Native American Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sapphire and Citrine Briolettes Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Fabulous Art Nouveau Free-form Teardrop Pearl in 14k yellow gold handmade mounting of floral
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Citrine, Sapphire, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Ruby & Diamond Handmade 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet C/1890
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
An exquisite Victorian ruby and diamond bracelet handmade in twisted 18k yellow gold wire. The
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Handmade Long 18 Karat Yellow Gold Double Cable Chain
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
length of handmade chain, at 5.3 mm in heft, is truly unique and versatile.
Drape this fluid gold chain
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Black Leather with Indonesian Silver 1920s Jewelry Box
Located in Delft, NL
insert tray for your jewelry.
The silver handmade thin plate has a richly floral and birds motif
The
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Victorian 14K Gold Fleur-De-Lis Necklace with Handmade Chain
Located in Venice, CA
A delicate handmade necklace from the Victorian-era, circa 1890, featuring well-sculpted fleur-de
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19th Century Victorian Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Handmade 24K Gold Byzantine Style Ring with Rose Cut Diamond
Located in Istanbul, Fatih
Handmade 24K Gold Byzantine Style Ring with Rose Cut Diamond
Gold weight : 12.58 Grams
Stone
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15th Century and Earlier Turkish Byzantine Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 24k Gold
1940s Handmade Platinum Diamond Earrings 2.60 Carat
Located in Wailea, HI
1940's Handmade Platinum Diamond Earrings 2.60 Carats
Beautifully Made with a Left and Right
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Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Circa 1900s Handmade 18k gold Natural Diamond Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 2.8 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.19 carat.
The diamond is has H color s1-s2 clarity.
Ring size is US 7.3 .
We can make any size.
Box is not in...
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Circa 1930s Handmade 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 5.7 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.40 carat.
The diamond is has H-I color and s1-s2-s3 clarity.
Ring size is US 6.2
We can make any size.
We res...
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1920s European Art Deco Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Georgian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Handmade Long Chain, circa 1820
Located in New York, NY
Georgian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Handmade Long Chain c.1820
Period: Late 18th. Century
Year: c.1800
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Late 18th Century Unknown Georgian Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Marcus & Co. Ladies Platinum Dress Style Watch circa 1930s Handmade
Located in Long Beach, CA
company was sold to Gimbals Department Store. Their watches and jewelry are of the highest quality and
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Platinum
1890s Victorian 14K 3.67 Ct Diamond Antique Ring Handmade American Size 6.25
Located in Santa Monica, CA
1890s Victorian 14K 3.67 Ct Diamond Antique Ring Handmade American Size 6.25
Size 6.25
4.1 gram
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1890s American Art Nouveau Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Old-Cut Cushion Diamond Engagement Ring in Handmade Platinum Setting
Located in NEW ORLEANS, LA
This classic engagement ring is centered with a cushion diamond set in a vintage platinum claw setting. Six old mine diamonds accent the ring's shank for added brilliance.
DIAMOND ...
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Early 20th Century Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum Handmade Necklace Chain 18.8 Gram 1920s Possibly Japan
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Art Deco Platinum Handmade Necklace Chain possibly Japan 1920s
Length 21 Inch
Measurements
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Handmade Jewelry
Napoleon III pendant - 18 K yellow gold antique charm - handmade Art Nouveau
Located in Antwerp, BE
detailled elevated part of the pendant with handmade engravings, representing blooming flowers, petals and
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 1.09 in D 0.24 in L 1.42 in
1880s Victorian 14k Yellow Gold 0.55ct Diamond Antique Ring Handmade American
Located in Santa Monica, CA
1880s Victorian 14k Yellow Gold 0.55ct Diamond Antique Ring Hand Made Americn
Old European Cut Diamond 5.2~5.5 mm by 2.9 mm appx weight of .55 Carat single stone
With detailed e...
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1880s American Victorian Antique Handmade Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Victorian 14 Karat Gold Natural Burmese Ruby American Handmade Band 1880s
Located in Santa Monica, CA
14 Karat yellow gold 4.5 mm wide eternity band finger size 6 weighting 3.1 gram,
22 pieces of 4 mm by 3 mm Old Cushion Cut Natural Burmese Rubies in excellent condition, most likel...
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1880s American Art Nouveau Antique Handmade Jewelry
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Ruby, Gold
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Antique Handmade Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the piece of antique handmade jewelry you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 14k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Making the right choice when shopping for an item from our selection of antique handmade jewelry may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. A choice in our collection of antique handmade jewelry from Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection, Tiffany & Co. and Black, Starr & Frost — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. An object in our assortment of antique handmade jewelry of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 42, is particularly popular. See these pages for an old european cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also oval cut cut and round cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for an option in this array of antique handmade jewelry, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.
How Much is a Antique Handmade Jewelry?
Prices for a piece of antique handmade jewelry can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $349 and can go as high as $75,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,950.
Questions About Antique Handmade Jewelry
- What is antique paste jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Paste jewelry is made out of a special type of flint glass that emulates several gemstones. Paste is a hand-cut glass that is polished with metal powder until it gleams like a gem. Paste jewelry was popular as a cheaper alternative to diamonds during the Georgian, Victorian, and Edwardian eras, as well as the Art Deco period. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage paste jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024To tell if jewelry is antique, look for its hallmarks. You will usually find them in inconspicuous areas, such as on clasps, the backs of pendants or the insides of bracelets and rings. Once you have located the hallmarks, use trusted online resources to identify the maker and find out when they were active. Pieces produced more than 100 years ago are antique. If you need assistance dating a particular piece, enlist the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Find a large collection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In antique jewelry, the term “paste” means glass finished in a way that allows it to resemble natural gemstones. To produce paste, artisans polish it for long periods of time with metal powder. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique paste jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To know if your antique jewelry is valuable, you can consult trusted online resources to see what similar pieces have sold for in the past. It is important to note that the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. Jewelry of a certain historical period will be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with a precious gemstone may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and give you a price estimate. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, BVLGARI and others. Shop a collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023To tell if jewelry is vintage or antique, first look for any hallmarks that signify its maker. You can use trusted online resources to research when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours to roughly estimate its age. Jewelry is vintage if it's between 20 and 99 years old, and antique if it is 100 years old or more. If you're unable to locate a maker's hallmark, becoming familiar with the materials and other characteristics used during different eras of jewelry can help you date your piece. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage and antique jewelry.
- Is antique jewelry worth money?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024Yes, some antique jewelry is worth money. Precious metals and gemstones like platinum, gold, silver, diamonds and emeralds have value on their own. Even costume jewelry made of less expensive materials may prove valuable due to its style or maker. Because the condition also impacts the potential value of antique pieces, you may wish to have your jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, some antique jewelry does go up in value. It is important to note that demand as well as the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. A certain historical period’s jewelry may be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with precious gems may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and estimate its value. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, BVLGARI and others. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if jewelry is antique gold, take it to a licensed appraiser experienced in evaluating jewelry. It is difficult to identify jewelry materials using only the naked eye and online resources. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted gold jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Jewelry is considered antique once it is 100 years old. Pieces that are 20 to 99 years old are vintage. Contemporary is the term used to describe jewelry that is less than 20 years old. Explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023To tell if antique jewelry is real, first look for hallmarks that may signify the maker. You can then use trusted online resources to find out what to look for to verify authenticity. If the jewelry doesn't have hallmarks, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or licensed dealer. An expert can evaluate your jewelry, tell you whether it is a genuine antique and provide information about its materials and approximate value. Explore a large selection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell if antique jewelry is real gold, you can first perform a simple home test. Position a magnet near the jewelry. Since gold isn't naturally magnetic, the attraction between the magnet and your piece usually indicates that your jewelry is, at most, gold-plated or crafted out of an entirely different metal. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler can also help you determine what your antique jewelry is made of. Shop a diverse assortment of antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.