2000s Cartier Hong Kong Jewelry Panther Catalogue Lookbook
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Vintage Cartier brochure from Hong Kong. cover front and back is matt close up of panther print
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18 Karat White Gold Jadeite and Diamond Pendant with Necklace
Located in Macau, MO
. Accompanied by report from the Hong Kong Jewellery Trade Laboratory Limited.Certificate No.JM 0831 O’Che 1867
Category
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Jadeite and Diamond Brooch and Pendant with Necklace
Located in Macau, MO
versatile and can also be changed to a brooch, Accompanied by report from the Hong Kong Jewellery Trade
Category
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Jade, White Gold, 18k Gold
Natural Jadeite and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Macau, MO
, total weighing 1.30 carats, mounted in 18 karat white gold. Accompanied by report from the Hong Kong
Category
2010s East Asian Contemporary Cluster Rings
Materials
Diamond, Jade, White Gold, 18k Gold
Pair of Jadeite and Diamond Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Macau, MO
of more casual version. Accompanied by report from The Hong Kong Jewellery Trade Laboratory Limited
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold
Keshi Pearl and Diamond Drop Earrings in 18 Karat Gold
By Dilys'
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Designed by renowned Hong Kong jewelry designer – Dilys Young – this pair of Art Deco-inspired
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2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
Keshi Pearl and Diamonds Hoop Earrings in 18 Karat Gold
By Dilys'
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Hong Kong jewelry designer – Dilys Young – the intention of modernising pearl earrings was actualised
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jadeite, Ruby and Diamond 18 Karat Handcrafted Ring
By Dilys'
Located in Hong Kong, HK
, the renowned Hong Kong jewelry designer, Dilys Young, designed this exquisite ring. A one-of-a-kind
Category
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Dilys' Certified 3.57ct Brown Diamond Transformable Ring in 18 Karat Gold
By Dilys'
Located in Hong Kong, HK
it a mesmerising and mysterious edge. Designed by the renowned Hong Kong jewelry designer, Dilys
Category
2010s Hong Kong Artisan Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Dilys' Keshi Pearl and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18K Gold
By Dilys'
Located in Hong Kong, HK
carat fancy colour diamond. Designed by the renowned Hong Kong jewelry designer, Dilys Young, this
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2010s Hong Kong Artisan Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
Hollywood Regency Patinated Brass and Copper Jewelry Box Made in Hong Kong
$260Sale Price|20% Off
Hollywood Regency Patinated Brass and Copper Jewelry Box Made in Hong Kong
Located in San Diego, CA
playing cards. Stamped at the bottom Made in Hong Kong by Woco.
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20th Century Hong Kong Hollywood Regency Jewelry Boxes
Materials
Brass, Copper
23K Solid Gold 4.5mm Cuban Link Necklace, Made in Hong Kong
Located in Miami, FL
An exceptional 23K solid gold Cuban link chain necklace, crafted in Hong Kong with meticulous
Category
Vintage 1970s Hong Kong Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold
18K White Gold Snowflake Yellow Diamond Earrings, 0.73ct, Hong Kong
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Diamonds - 0.44 CT Nurati Jewelry's classic diamond earrings captivate with their exquisite snowflake
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, White Gold
Vintage Art Deco Evening Bag Made in British Hong Kong
$696Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Art Deco Evening Bag Made in British Hong Kong
Located in New York, NY
A rare vintage Art Deco evening bag made in British Hong Kong. Circa 1950. In excellent condition
Category
Vintage 1950s Hong Kong Art Deco Vanity Items
HONG KONG signed cluster lucite flower clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed HONG KONG • silver tone with lucite flowers • vintage clip on earrings
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Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings
Vacheron Constantine 18K White Gold 1997m Hong Kong Special Edition Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The Vacheron Constantin Commemorative Hong Kong 1997 is a luxurious and sophisticated timepiece
Category
1990s Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore 25970ST Stainless Steel Hong Kong Edition
By Audemars Piguet
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 25970ST Year: Est. 1997 Model: Royal Oak Offshore - Hong Kong Edition Case Material
Category
1990s Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Beautiful Important Estate Natural Hong Kong Green Jade 14KT Gold Bracelet
$600Sale Price|20% Off
Beautiful Important Estate Natural Hong Kong Green Jade 14KT Gold Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are Offering is a LOVELY BEAUTIFUL Natural Green Jade Bangle Bracelet mounted with 14KT Gold Bars and Clasp with Beautiful Color!! Measurements: 7 1/2" W
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21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets
Materials
Jade, Gold
Swiss Blum Pair of Coral and Diamond Earclips - SHIPPING FROM HONG KONG
Located in New York, US
PAIR OF CORAL AND DIAMOND EARCLIPS SIGNED BLUM CIRCA 1950, DIAMONDS APPROX 1.30cts
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Japanese Golden KOMAI SOUVENIR of HONG KONG Cigarette Case+Lighter Set
$652Sale Price / set|25% Off
Vintage Japanese Golden KOMAI SOUVENIR of HONG KONG Cigarette Case+Lighter Set
Located in New York, NY
A piece of fun and chic history - Vintage Japanese golden KOMAI SOUVENIR of HONG KONG cigarette
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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Art Deco Vanity Items
White Crushed Velvet Jewelry Pochette Box with Gold Tassel
$49Sale Price / item|30% Off
White Crushed Velvet Jewelry Pochette Box with Gold Tassel
By Nijma M Fine Jewelry
Located in Toronto, CA
Jewelry pictured (all available on 1st Dibs, please visit Nijma M Fine Jewelry storefront): - 'Blue Ice
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Boxes and Cases
Nijma M Fine Jewelry Modern White Velvet Ring Roll Box
$49Sale Price / item|30% Off
Nijma M Fine Jewelry Modern White Velvet Ring Roll Box
By Nijma M Fine Jewelry
Located in Toronto, CA
white crushed velvet jewelry box pochette case with gold tassel detailing. The perfect size for your
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2010s Hong Kong Modern Boxes and Cases
Elie Bleu Cigar Humidor for 200 Cigars, Hong Kong, 1997 and S.T. Dupont Lighter
Located in New York, NY
Hong Kong freedom. A colorful background made of dyed sycamore or natural wood. Varnished. Holds up to
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20th Century French Boxes and Cases
Butterfly Tiger Eye Stone 18k Rose Gold Diamond Necklace
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Butterfly Tiger Eye Stone 18K Rose Gold Diamond Necklace 8 Diamonds 0.04CT 9 Fancy Diamonds 0.14CT 3 Tiger Eye Stones 5.98CT 18 K Rose Gold 7.57 GM Tiger iron is an altered rock co...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Choker Necklaces
18K Rose Gold Diamonds Bee Brooch
$3,450 / item
18K Rose Gold Diamonds Bee Brooch
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Rose Gold Diamonds Bee Brooch 42 Diamonds 0.16 CT 24 Fancy Diamonds 0.25CT 1 Pink Sapphire 0.55 CT 1 Purple Sapphire 0.21 CT 18K Rose Gold 2.56 GM Sapphire’s are celestial st...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold
18K White Gold Diamond & Green Garnet Narcissus Leaf Brooch
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Leaf Brooch by Althoff Jewelry, meticulously handcrafted using Green Garnet and diamonds. Its unique
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, White Gold
18K White Gold Ruby Bow Brooch with Diamonds
$20,810 / item
18K White Gold Ruby Bow Brooch with Diamonds
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
- 1.390 CT 18K White Gold - 25.54 GM Althoff Jewelry presents a butterfly-shaped brooch crafted with
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18K Gold Green Garnet Turtle Brooch with Shell Layer
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
. Althoff Jewelry’s Turtle Brooch is inspired by nature. With its symbolic meaning of wisdom, good health
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Brooches
Materials
Garnet, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire
18K White Gold Diamond Hollow Square Necklace
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Jewelry embodies exquisite craftsmanship and timeless beauty. This necklace is a perfect addition to any
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Byzantine Pendant Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
18K White and Red Gold Round Clover Ruby Stud Earrings
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
sophisticated accessory for any occasion. Every piece of Nurati Jewelry is a testament to exceptional
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Byzantine Stud Earrings
Materials
18k Gold
18K Gold Flower Collection Fuschia Gemstone Ring
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Gold Flower Collection Fuschia Gemstone Ring 66 Diamonds - 0.65CT 28 Green Garnets - 0.60CT 295 Rubies - 6.95CT 18K Rose Gold - 20.81GM Unique handicrafts and precious Fuschi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Fashion Rings
18K White and Pink Gold Diamond Cushion-Cut Floral Stud Earrings
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
piece of Nurati Jewelry is crafted with precision and care, combining timeless designs with luxurious
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Stud Earrings
Materials
18k Gold
18K White Gold Emerald Flower Brooch with Diamonds & Fancy Diamonds
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K White Gold Emerald Flower Brooch with Diamonds & Fancy Diamonds 9 Emeralds - 2.50 CT 377 Diamonds + Fancy Diamonds - 9.03 CT 18K White Gold - 14.51 GM Adorned with a captiv...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
18K White Gold and Black Diamond Bear Necklace
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
it a unique accessory for any occasion. Every piece of Nurati Jewelry reflects meticulous
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Byzantine Pendant Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
18K White Gold and Ruby Teardrop Dress Earrings
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
sophistication, perfect for special occasions. Every piece of Nurati Jewelry is crafted with meticulous
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Byzantine Drop Earrings
Materials
18k Gold
18K White and Yellow Gold Diamond Cushion-Cut Petal Stud Earrings
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Jewelry reflects exceptional craftsmanship and timeless design, ensuring unparalleled beauty and luxury in
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Stud Earrings
Materials
18k Gold
18K White and Yellow Gold Diamond Cushion-Cut Sunflower Necklace
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
intricate details make it a perfect accessory for any occasion. Every piece of Nurati Jewelry is a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
18K White and Yellow Gold Diamond Heart Christmas Necklace
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
piece of Nurati Jewelry showcases meticulous attention to detail, with fine engraving and premium
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Tourmaline 18k Rose Gold Ring
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
7 BD 0.08CT 42 GG 0.74CT 2 TM 1.35 CT 10 YS 0.13CT 18KR 4.70GM Embrace yourself with a memorable piece. Please visit our shop and check our other masterpieces.
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Fashion Rings
18K Yellow Gold Fancy Diamond & Green Garnet Fish Brooch
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Fancy Diamond & Ruby Fish 18K Rose Gold Brooch 16 Fancy Diamonds 1.50 CT 111 Green Garnet 1.81 CT 2 Rubies 0.16 CT 18K Rose Gold 11.96 GM The pomegranate stone of Garnet gleams...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Gold
18K Rose Gold Fancy Diamond & Ruby Fish Brooch
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Fancy Diamond & Ruby Fish 18K Rose Gold Brooch 15 Fancy Diamonds 1.53 CT 2 Green Garnet 0.14 CT 6 Pink Sapphires 0.11 CT 105 Rubies 1.56 CT 18K Rose Gold 11.72 GM The Ruby gems...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
18K White Gold Flower Sapphire Brooch with Diamonds & Green Garnets
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K White Gold Flower Sapphire Brooch with Diamonds & Green Garnets 11 Sapphires - 4.41 CT 450 Diamonds & Fancy Diamonds - 9.68 CT 231 Green Garnets & Pink Sapphires - 5...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Sapphire, White Gold
18K White Gold Flower Brooch with Diamonds & Fancy Diamonds
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K White Gold Flower Brooch with Diamonds & Fancy Diamonds 524 Diamonds & Fancy Diamonds - 12.41 CT 18K White Gold - 22.26 GM This exquisite flower brooch features a uniqu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, White Gold
18K White Gold Diamond Snake Ring
$5,725 / item
18K White Gold Diamond Snake Ring
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
of Nurati Jewelry showcases exceptional craftsmanship, blending timeless design with premium
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Byzantine Fashion Rings
Materials
18k Gold
18K Rose Gold Turtle Mixed Colored Diamond Brooch
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
stretches far back to the beginning of life itself. Althoff Jewelry’s Turtle Brooch is inspired by nature
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18K Yellow Gold Earrings with Multi-Color Gemstones and Diamonds
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
formal and casual events. You can wear it alone as a statement piece or pair it with other jewelry to
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Clip-on Earrings
18K Rose Gold Butterfly & Garden Sapphire Necklace
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
addition to your jewelry collection.
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Sapphire, Rose Gold
18K Rose Gold Flower Brooch with Diamonds & Rubies & Pink Sapphires
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Rose Gold Flower Brooch with Diamonds & Rubies & Pink Sapphires 32 Diamonds - 0.78 CT 56 Green Garnets - 1.16 CT 1 Tourmaline - 7.48 CT 535 Rubies/Pink Sapphires - 9.97 C...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Rose Gold
18K White Gold Gecko Brooch with Diamonds & Blue Sapphires & Green Garnets
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K White Gold Gecko Brooch with Diamonds & Blue Sapphires & Green Garnets 43 Diamonds - 0.39 CT 28 Blue Sapphires - 13.67 CT 232 Green Garnets - 3.76 CT 2 Rubies - 0.10 CT ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Blue Sapphire, White Gold
Natural Purplish Gray Spinel, for Jewelry Making 1.6555 Ct
Located in Kowloon, HK
-express and Speedpost by Hong Kong Post. Typical delivery times are: ◆ Hong Kong: 1-2 working days ◆ Asia
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2010s Hong Kong Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Spinel
Natural Vivid Green Halo Donut Jade Loose Gemstone, Jewelry Making
Located in Kowloon, HK
Kong Post. Deliveries typically reach Hong Kong within 2-3 working days, Asia within 5-10 days, and the
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2010s Hong Kong Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Jade
18K Turtle Mixed Colored Diamond and Green Garnet Brooch
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
. Althoff Jewelry’s Turtle Brooch is inspired by nature. With its symbolic meaning of wisdom, good health
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold
18K Rose Gold Bug Shaped Mixed Colored Diamond Brooch
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Rose Gold Bug Shaped Mixed Colored Diamond Brooch 4 Diamonds - 0.05 CT 41 Mixed Colored Diamonds - 0.50 CT 2 Rubies - 0.04 CT 18K Rose Gold - 3.80 GM
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18K Rose Gold Turtle Woven Bracelet with Rubies & Diamonds
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Rose Gold Turtle Woven Bracelet with Rubies & Diamonds 18 Rubies - 0.26 CT 26 Diamonds - 0.12 CT This exquisite braided bracelet features a stunning turtle made of rubies, set ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Modern Bracelets
Materials
Diamond, Ruby
18K Gold Cufflinks with Diamonds and Malachite or Black Wood or White Shell
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
It's one of a kind Cufflinks. All parts are moving like a real gun. Enjoy the unique and special piece. In 18K Rose Gold engraved with F color Diamonds and Malachite natural healing ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Cufflinks
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Diamond, Malachite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18K White Gold Diamond Radiant Pendant
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Jewelry's captivating diamond pendant exudes timeless elegance. Crafted with the finest natural diamonds and
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
18K White Gold Diamond Leaf Earrings
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Jewelry's Leaf-Shaped Diamond Earrings are a true classic. The elegant leaf design elegantly frames the
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
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Hong Kong Jewellery For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the hong kong jewellery 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. Find an antique version now, or shop for 11 vintage or 3 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a hong kong jewellery may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Finding an appealing hong kong jewellery — no matter the origin — is easy, but Tiffany & Co., Bulgari and Five Star Jewelry each produced a popular version that is worth a look. While most can agree that any hong kong jewellery from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Jade version from the 6 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for a cabochon version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and uncut alternatives. Finding a hong kong jewellery for sale for women should be easy, but there are 7 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.
How Much is a Hong Kong Jewellery?
Prices for a hong kong jewellery can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $299 and can go as high as $25,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,208.
Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
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