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Rare Art Nouveau Burmese Spinel Diamond Antique Pendant
Rare Art Nouveau Burmese Spinel Diamond Antique Pendant

Rare Art Nouveau Burmese Spinel Diamond Antique Pendant

Located in Chicago, IL

Petersburg assay mark with initials ‘AP’ for assay master Alexander Romanov (1904-1908). Width is 34 mm (1 5/16 in.)

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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Spinel, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum

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Imperial Russian Faberge 14 Karat Gold and Diamonds Romanov Tercentenary Brooch

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By Fabergé

Located in Sofia , BG

I am pleased to offer from my private collection this important historical Imperial Russian Faberge 14k gold&DIAMONDS Romanov Tercentenary award Brooch c1913 in MINT condition with t...

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Vintage 1910s Russian Russian Empire Brooches

Materials

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A Romanov Heirloom Gold Diamond & Sapphire Set Fob Watch C1890
A Romanov Heirloom Gold Diamond & Sapphire Set Fob Watch C1890

A Romanov Heirloom Gold Diamond & Sapphire Set Fob Watch C1890

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A Romanov Heirloom Diamond & Sapphire Set Keyless Lever Open Face Fob Watch C1890.

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Materials

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Large Antique Russian Diamond Star Pendant Locket
Large Antique Russian Diamond Star Pendant Locket

Large Antique Russian Diamond Star Pendant Locket

Located in Chicago, IL

The matte yellow gold front cover is decorated with a diamond-set six pointed star encircled by six diamonds.

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Materials

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Art Nouveau Antique Ruby Emerald and Diamond Ring

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Located in Chicago, IL

Marked with 56 zolotnik gold standard with assayer's initials 'AP' for Alexander Romanov and maker's initials ' АП '. Ring size 8.75 (18.5 mm)

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Antique Russian Enamel Emerald Diamond Gold Art Nouveau Locket

Antique Russian Enamel Emerald Diamond Gold Art Nouveau Locket

Located in Chicago, IL

The “cherries” are set with two old European cut champagne diamonds (approximately 0.64 ct and 0.76 ct), four rose cut and two old single cut diamonds.

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Antique Early 1900s Russian Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces

Materials

Brown Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, Gold, Enamel

Antique Russian Demantoid And Diamond Ring
Antique Russian Demantoid And Diamond Ring

Antique Russian Demantoid And Diamond Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

Petersburg assay master Alexander Romanov and maker's initials 'HS'. Height 14 mm (9/16 in.)

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20th Century Russian Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Imperial Romanov Crest Brooch
Imperial Romanov Crest Brooch

Imperial Romanov Crest Brooch

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Imperial Romanov Crest Brooch

Located in Litchfield, CT

Circa 1910s, 14k, Russia. Decorated with the Romanov Imperial double eagle, brooches like this one could only be made for members of the Royal family.

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Vintage 1910s Russian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Romanov Era Russian Egg Pendant
Romanov Era Russian Egg Pendant

Romanov Era Russian Egg Pendant

Located in Litchfield, CT

Circa early 1900s, 14k, Russia. From the courts of the Tsar to the catwalks of fashion week, Russian egg pendants are always chic. This jewel features diamonds and French cut rubies...

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Early 20th Century Russian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Antique Sapphire Ruby Diamond Gold Locket Pendant

Located in Chicago, IL

Marked inside with 56 zolotnik old Russian gold standard (14K) with assayer’s initials ‘AP’ for Alexander Romanov (St. Petersburg) and maker’s initials ‘KS’.

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Early 20th Century Russian Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces

Theo Faberge Romanov Lapis Ruby Diamond Gold Cufflinks
Theo Faberge Romanov Lapis Ruby Diamond Gold Cufflinks

Theo Faberge Romanov Lapis Ruby Diamond Gold Cufflinks

By Modern Fabergé

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Pair of 18k yellow gold cufflinks, crafted by grandson of Carl Faberge - Theo Faberge, set with lapis, diamonds and rubies, featuring double headed eagles from Romanov collection.

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20th Century German Cufflinks

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Gold Diamond Romanov Eagle Pendant by Marie Betteley
Gold Diamond Romanov Eagle Pendant by Marie Betteley

Gold Diamond Romanov Eagle Pendant by Marie Betteley

By Marie E. Betteley

Located in St. Catharines, ON

The Romanov double-headed eagle with outspread wings, its claws clutching orb and sceptre, surmounted by an imperial crown and centered by a bright antique-cut diamond, the reverse i...

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Early 2000s American Russian Empire Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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Russian Gold Diamond Romanov Eagle Pendant by Marie Betteley
Russian Gold Diamond Romanov Eagle Pendant by Marie Betteley

Russian Gold Diamond Romanov Eagle Pendant by Marie Betteley

By Marie E. Betteley

Located in St. Catharines, ON

by Marie Betteley, 2007. This Romanov eagle pendant is available in gilded silver without a diamond for $150.

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Early 2000s American Russian Empire Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Romanov Diamonds For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of romanov diamonds for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and 14k gold, these items were constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 24 vintage editions and 27 modern creations to choose from as well. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 19th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. contemporary and Art Nouveau are consistently popular styles when it comes to romanov diamonds. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but MOISEIKIN, Fabergé and Mellerio dits Meller produced popular versions that are worth a look. Browse our collection of 39 diamond versions today to add the perfect touch to your look. A selection of round cut, antique cushion cut and rose cut can be found today on these pages. If you’re browsing the variety of romanov diamonds for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.

How Much are Romanov Diamonds?

Prices for romanov diamonds start at $695 and top out at $200,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $7,720.

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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!

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