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Hidden Compartment Jewelry

Hidden compartment snuff box tortoiseshell, gold and erotic miniature.
Hidden compartment snuff box tortoiseshell, gold and erotic miniature.

Hidden compartment snuff box tortoiseshell, gold and erotic miniature.

Located in Paris, FR

Oval snuff box in brown tortoiseshell, entirely lined with gold. The hinged lid is decorated with a floral medallion in several different gold tones. The gold framework is intricatel...

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Antique 1820s French Empire Boxes and Cases

Materials

Gold

14 KT Yellow Gold 4 1/2" Cross Amethyst Pendant with hidden compartment
14 KT Yellow Gold 4 1/2" Cross Amethyst Pendant with hidden compartment

14 KT Yellow Gold 4 1/2" Cross Amethyst Pendant with hidden compartment

Located in Vero Beach, FL

Impressive 14 karat yellow gold cross pendant measuring 4 1/2 ” x 2 3/4 ” wide x 1/4 “, with bail length is about 5 “. Bezel set Amethyst weighs approx. 6.50 carats. Textur...

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Vintage 1950s North American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold and Enamel Moving Tortoise Charm with Hidden Hinged Compartment
14K Yellow Gold and Enamel Moving Tortoise Charm with Hidden Hinged Compartment

14K Yellow Gold and Enamel Moving Tortoise Charm with Hidden Hinged Compartment

Located in London, GB

The real magic happens when you open the hidden hinged compartment - inside, a tiny baby tortoise is revealed, making this charm even more special.

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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Scandinavian Modern Handcrafted Pine Vanity Mirror with Hidden Storage, 1970s
Scandinavian Modern Handcrafted Pine Vanity Mirror with Hidden Storage, 1970s

Scandinavian Modern Handcrafted Pine Vanity Mirror with Hidden Storage, 1970s

Located in Göteborg, SE

Handcrafted in solid pine, the mirror features elegant curved arms supporting a circular pivoting mirror above a round base that conceals a hidden storage compartment—perfect for jew...

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Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Pine

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Mahogany Parquet Box with Hidden Key Compartment
Mahogany Parquet Box with Hidden Key Compartment

Mahogany Parquet Box with Hidden Key Compartment

Unavailable

H 6.11 in W 12.6 in D 10.04 in

Mahogany Parquet Box with Hidden Key Compartment

Located in Habo, SE

It has invisible wood hinges and dovetailed boxes inside, lined with soft linen fabric on the bottom to keep jewelry safe. Underneath, there’s a hidden key compartment.

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2010s Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Linen, Birch, Mahogany

George III Scottish Silver Hidden Compartment Snuff Box
George III Scottish Silver Hidden Compartment Snuff Box

George III Scottish Silver Hidden Compartment Snuff Box

Unavailable

H 0.75 in W 3 in D 2.29 in

George III Scottish Silver Hidden Compartment Snuff Box

Located in London, GB

A fine quality George III Scottish silver Snuff Box of perfectly plain rectangular form with canted corners and silver gilt interior, a trick opening second cover to the lid opening ...

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Scottish Boxes and Cases

Antique Silver Gilt Dressing Case by Ortner & Houle
Antique Silver Gilt Dressing Case by Ortner & Houle

Antique Silver Gilt Dressing Case by Ortner & Houle

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H 11 in W 15 in D 11 in

Antique Silver Gilt Dressing Case by Ortner & Houle

Located in Northampton, United Kingdom

Once this is done, removing the oblong glass containers and pressing the middle of the velvet compartments will reveal hidden jewellery drawers on either side.

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Antique 19th Century Great Britain (UK) More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Silver, Brass

Italian Yellow Gold Fish Hidden Compartment Pendant
Italian Yellow Gold Fish Hidden Compartment Pendant

Italian Yellow Gold Fish Hidden Compartment Pendant

Located in Miami, FL

Stunning fish pendant crafted in Italy in yellow gold with two ruby red eyes. The articulated scales enable the fish to wriggle with movement. The hinged mouth opens to reveal a secr...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Mourning Memorial Yellow Gold and Enamel Hidden Compartment Ring
Victorian Mourning Memorial Yellow Gold and Enamel Hidden Compartment Ring

Victorian Mourning Memorial Yellow Gold and Enamel Hidden Compartment Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1850s Yellow Gold Mourning Memorial Ring, measuring 1/4 inch wide and having hand engraved design work and Enamel accents, a snap down top reveals an inner compartment with bra...

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Antique 1850s Unknown Victorian More Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique 18 Karat Yellow Gold Monogram Signet Poison Hidden Compartment Ring
Antique 18 Karat Yellow Gold Monogram Signet Poison Hidden Compartment Ring

Antique 18 Karat Yellow Gold Monogram Signet Poison Hidden Compartment Ring

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as a signet style ring with an oval face engraved with script initials 'M S Y' Face is hinged and opens to reveal a "poison" compartment Inside of cover is inscribed 'Dad'...

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Vintage 1910s Engagement Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lacloche Freres Enamel Yellow Gold Pedant with Secret Compartment
Lacloche Freres Enamel Yellow Gold Pedant with Secret Compartment

Lacloche Freres Enamel Yellow Gold Pedant with Secret Compartment

By Lacloche Freres

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Amazing pendant with hidden secret compartment created by French jewelry house Lacloche Freres in the 1930s.

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Floating Art Deco Concave Side Double Door Mirrored Cabinets / Console Table
Floating Art Deco Concave Side Double Door Mirrored Cabinets / Console Table

Floating Art Deco Concave Side Double Door Mirrored Cabinets / Console Table

Located in Stamford, CT

The pair appear to be floating on air as they stand on distressed wooden carved hidden bases. Each having a hidden shelved custom interior housing a hidden jewelry or money compartme...

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Antique Swiss Enamel Hidden Compartment Ring
Antique Swiss Enamel Hidden Compartment Ring

Antique Swiss Enamel Hidden Compartment Ring

Located in New York, NY

This wonderfully hand-crafted antique ring from the early 19th century displays exquisite Swiss enameling on 18 karat yellow gold. The beautiful floral motif on the top and sides of ...

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Antique 1810s More Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Fish Pendant w Ruby Eyes and Hidden Compartment
18 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Fish Pendant w Ruby Eyes and Hidden Compartment

18 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Fish Pendant w Ruby Eyes and Hidden Compartment

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

Whimsical in nature with fishtail movement and a hidden compartment in the gills, this pendant is a great catch for someone who appreciates eclectic design.

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Midcentury Wood Burl Jewelry Box with Hidden Compartments
Midcentury Wood Burl Jewelry Box with Hidden Compartments

Midcentury Wood Burl Jewelry Box with Hidden Compartments

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Beautiful burl jewelry box with hidden drawers on the bottoms of the larger drawers. Excellent condition.

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Burl

Georgian Enameled Diamond Urn Mourning Ring with Hidden Compartment
Georgian Enameled Diamond Urn Mourning Ring with Hidden Compartment

Georgian Enameled Diamond Urn Mourning Ring with Hidden Compartment

Located in Narberth, PA

The diamond "lid" at the top serves as the handle of a hidden compartment on the back of the urn. When pulled open, the hinged door reveals a small hollowed space inside.

Category

Antique 1750s Georgian More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Coromandel Jewellery Box
Coromandel Jewellery Box

Coromandel Jewellery Box

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H 7 in W 12 in D 9 in

Coromandel Jewellery Box

Located in Northampton, United Kingdom

The underside of the lid houses a ruched velvet backed removable mirror and a hidden letter compartment. This jewelry box has a drawer located at the front of the box.

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Antique Late 19th Century British Jewelry Boxes

ITALIAN VALET CHAIR
ITALIAN VALET CHAIR

ITALIAN VALET CHAIR

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H 39.25 in W 19 in D 15.5 in

ITALIAN VALET CHAIR

Located in Essex, MA

Italian valet chair in oak, maple and teak, with rush seat, the top of cut out hanger form with brass extending rods (for neck ties or other garments), and lift-top seat which opens ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Chairs

Materials

Oak, Maple, Teak

Victorian Renaissance Revival Blue Enamel Hidden Compartment Ring
Victorian Renaissance Revival Blue Enamel Hidden Compartment Ring

Victorian Renaissance Revival Blue Enamel Hidden Compartment Ring

Located in Narberth, PA

Antique designs that incorporate hidden compartments are often referred to as "poison rings," though they were also used to store small photographs and objects in memory of a loved o...

Category

Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian More Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Banded Agate Shield Ring with Hidden Locket Compartment
Banded Agate Shield Ring with Hidden Locket Compartment

Banded Agate Shield Ring with Hidden Locket Compartment

Located in New York, NY

Beautifully cut banded agate in a shield shape set in yellow gold with openwork design on the shoulders. The agate open to a hidden locket.

Category

Antique 1880s American Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

Agate, Gold

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By Carlo Giuliano

Located in London, GB

Highly Important Egyptian Revival Pharaoh Portrait Brooch by Carlo Giuliano recognized to be arguably the most significant 19th century Egyptian Revival jewel. An important Egyptian...

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold

John Galliano Crystal Adorned Crimson Satin Evening Dress and Shawl, ss 2001
John Galliano Crystal Adorned Crimson Satin Evening Dress and Shawl, ss 2001

John Galliano Crystal Adorned Crimson Satin Evening Dress and Shawl, ss 2001

By John Galliano

Located in London, GB

▪ Archival John Galliano Evening Dress ▪ Spring-Summer 2001 ▪ Crafted from crimson crepe-back satin, with alternating panels that highlight both the satin sheen and crepe texture ▪ D...

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified Natural Deep Orange Diamond Ring
Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified Natural Deep Orange Diamond Ring

Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified Natural Deep Orange Diamond Ring

By Emilio!

Located in New York, NY

From the Museum Vault At Emilio Jewelry Located on New York's iconic Fifth Avenue, Featuring an ultra rare Gia certified Fancy deep orange diamond as the focal point with no overton...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Diamond

Iconic Roberto Cavalli FW 2006 Silk Evening Gown Showstopper
Iconic Roberto Cavalli FW 2006 Silk Evening Gown Showstopper

Iconic Roberto Cavalli FW 2006 Silk Evening Gown Showstopper

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Berlin, BE

A Roberto Cavalli Masterpiece from 2006 Drenched in the opulence of gilded romance, this Roberto Cavalli silk evening gown is a red-carpet reverie. A symphony of delicate florals, li...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Important Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Coat, 1970 Fall/Winter
Important Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Coat, 1970 Fall/Winter

Important Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Coat, 1970 Fall/Winter

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in New York, NY

Extraordinary Museum Quality Yves Saint Laurent Early Haute Couture coat from fall/winter 1970 in a Russian style which predates his Opera Ballets Russes collection by half a decade...

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1970s French Coats and Outerwear

Nally Magnificent GIA Cert Natural Pink Diamond Platinum Earrings
Nally Magnificent GIA Cert Natural Pink Diamond Platinum Earrings

Nally Magnificent GIA Cert Natural Pink Diamond Platinum Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Unique pink diamond earrings!!!!! Two pear-shaped pink diamonds surrounded by 28 marquise, 8 pear & 4 brilliant shape diamonds with the total weight of 11.75 carats set in plati...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Romantic Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, Platinum

VERGER FRERES 1905 Edwardian Enameled Pendant Watch In Platinum & Diamonds
VERGER FRERES 1905 Edwardian Enameled Pendant Watch In Platinum & Diamonds

VERGER FRERES 1905 Edwardian Enameled Pendant Watch In Platinum & Diamonds

By Verger Frères

Located in Miami, FL

An Edwardian pendant watch designed by Verger Freres. This is a magnificent pendant-watch, created in Paris France by the Verger Freres company, back in the 1905. The pendant-watch ...

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Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Antique Ring 25ct natural Blue Sapphire solid 18K Gold Ø 4.75 US /9.6gr
Antique Ring 25ct natural Blue Sapphire solid 18K Gold Ø 4.75 US /9.6gr

Antique Ring 25ct natural Blue Sapphire solid 18K Gold Ø 4.75 US /9.6gr

Located in SE

Luxurious Antique Ring in Renaissance style, band and crown tested solid 18K Gold,not hallmarked, European, ca. XVIII - early XIX centuries. Huge cabochon of natural Light - Blue Sa...

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Antique Early 19th Century European Baroque Revival Solitaire Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Antique 1880s Russian Gold Cross Pendant
Antique 1880s Russian Gold Cross Pendant

Antique 1880s Russian Gold Cross Pendant

Located in Cairo, EG

Antique early imperial russian era 14k yellow large gold cross pendant in engraved detailed work cross was made in st petersburg city 1880.c total lenght 5cm hall marked 56 imperial ...

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Antique 1880s Pendant Necklaces

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver & Enamel “Who The Devil Are You?" Vesta Case
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver & Enamel “Who The Devil Are You?" Vesta Case

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver & Enamel “Who The Devil Are You?" Vesta Case

Located in Rotterdam, NL

A rare and delightfully whimsical Victorian-era sterling silver vesta case, dated 1887, showcasing a unique blend of satire and fine craftsmanship. This collectible piece, both funct...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Vintage Gold Charm Bracelet
Vintage Gold Charm Bracelet

Vintage Gold Charm Bracelet

Located in Cairo, EG

Vintage 14k gold bracelet with complet unuswal charms in very fine workmanship of every charm braclete is in 14k gold total bracelet weight 46 grams in good condition

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Vintage 1940s Charm Bracelets

Untreated Burma Ruby Bypass Ring, 5.70 Carats
Untreated Burma Ruby Bypass Ring, 5.70 Carats

Untreated Burma Ruby Bypass Ring, 5.70 Carats

Located in New Orleans, LA

The exquisite 5.70-carat ruby and 4.54-carat diamond showcased in this bypass ring create a tantalizing interplay. The pear-shaped crimson gemstone is certified by the American Gemol...

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Ruby and Diamond Necklace
Ruby and Diamond Necklace

Ruby and Diamond Necklace

By Diamond Scene New York

Located in New York, NY

An Important Ruby and Diamond Necklace 209.10 carats of certified “Intense Red” Ruby 92.43 carats of colorless round, pear and marquise cut diamonds Set in Platinum 17.5 inch...

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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Platinum Diamond Necklace with Fancy Intense vivd Yellow Pear Shape
Platinum Diamond Necklace with Fancy Intense vivd Yellow Pear Shape

Platinum Diamond Necklace with Fancy Intense vivd Yellow Pear Shape

By Diana M. Jewels

Located in New York, NY

Platinum diamond necklace with GIA certified center 35.31 fancy intense vivd yellow vs2 pear shape, GIA#2145952743 set in platinum handmade necklace, features 47.00ct of outside diam...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Platinum

Magnificent Sapphire and Diamond Gold Drop Statement Earrings
Magnificent Sapphire and Diamond Gold Drop Statement Earrings

Magnificent Sapphire and Diamond Gold Drop Statement Earrings

Located in Montreal, QC

Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Mid Century Modern Magnificent Pair Sapphire and Diamond Gold Drop Earrings. Each centering a securely nestled Hand set 28 Carat Blue Sapphire. Appr...

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Late 20th Century Modernist Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

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Hidden Compartment Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact piece of hidden compartment jewelry 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 yellow gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 106 vintage editions and 20 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect item from our selection of hidden compartment jewelry among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, are consistently popular carat weights. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic choice in our collection of hidden compartment jewelry over the years, but those made by DRU., Boucheron and AGMES are often thought to be among the most beautiful. While most can agree that any object in our assortment of hidden compartment jewelry from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a diamond version from the 32 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also rose cut cut and cabochon cut versions available here, too. Finding an option in this array of hidden compartment jewelry for sale for women should be easy, but there are 61 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Hidden Compartment Jewelry?

The price for a piece of hidden compartment jewelry starts at $150 and tops out at $78,500 with these rings, on average, selling for $3,500.