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22 Karat Gold Sun Pendant
By Romae Jewelry
Located in Brooklyn, NY
22 Karat Gold Sun Pendant by ROMAE Jewelry - Inspired by an Ancient Roman Design. Our unique Hemera
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Sun Jewelry Antique

Materials

22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Antique 22 Karat Gold Sun Pendant
22 Karat Gold Sun Pendant
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W 0.08 in Dm 1.58 in
Antique Silver Cufflinks Horses Sun
Located in Munich, Bavaria
These charming cufflinks feature on each button a horse in motion and a radiant sun above it. The
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1910s European Belle Époque Sun Jewelry Antique

Materials

Silver

Antique Silver Cufflinks Horses Sun
Antique Silver Cufflinks Horses Sun
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D 0.24 in Dm 0.73 in
Rare Moonstone Man in the Sun Stickpin
Located in New York, NY
Rare Man in the Sun carved Moonstone Stickpin in 14k gold with fine detailing. A corrugated gold
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1880s American Victorian Sun Jewelry Antique

Materials

Moonstone, 14k Gold

Antique Rare Moonstone Man in the Sun Stickpin
Rare Moonstone Man in the Sun Stickpin
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W 0.5 in L 2.25 in
Designed "Sun Beams" Gold & Diamond Earrings
Located in Jeddah, SA
A golden earring with a beautiful diamond in the middle, surrounded by small diamonds with an exquisite flow 18 karat gold Gold: 2.90g TDW: 0.23Ct
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15th Century and Earlier Spanish Classical Roman Sun Jewelry Antique

Materials

Diamond, Gold

1925 Art Deco 14 Karat Yellow Gold Platinum Sun Emblem Cufflinks
Located in Lexington, KY
with an elegant sun design. The dramatic rectangle layout of the links is accented by the platinum
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1920s Art Deco Sun Jewelry Antique

Materials

Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Egyptian-Revival 18 Karat Gold Winged Sun Brooch with Scarab
Located in New York, NY
English Egyptian-Revival 18K gold brooch with scarab, ca 1870. Winged sun with fluted and stepped
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Late 19th Century English Egyptian Revival Sun Jewelry Antique

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Georgian Sun in Splendour Carnelian Intaglio 14K Gold Signet Ring
Located in New York, NY
Fine large antique 14K yellow gold and carnelian Sun in Splendour intaglio Georgian signet ring
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19th Century English Georgian Sun Jewelry Antique

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Carnelian, Gold, 14k Gold

Victorian Butterfly Pin Brooch Gold Gemstones Enamel 18k Estate Jewelry Antique
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
optimistic. Butterfly jewelry is often associated with freedom and joy. This delicate and whimsical jewel
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Early 1900s Unknown Sun Jewelry Antique

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Aztec Sun Pendant in 18k Gold with Granate and 8 Sapphires
By NIBIRU Collection
Located in Miami, FL
The aztec sun is highlighted pendant, with a weight of 10 grams of solid gold 18k, with a central
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15th Century and Earlier Sun Jewelry Antique

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Tiger's Eye Locket Man in the Moon Sun Apollo Victorian Rare Hand Carved
Located in New York, NY
carved Tiger's Eye gem with a fabulous image of a man in the moon with the sun or star. This may be the
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Sun Jewelry Antique

Materials

Tiger's Eye, Gold-filled

Victorian Natural Fine Seed Pearl Pendant in Yellow Gold in a Sun Star Fashion
Located in Berkeley, CA
Dozens of fine natural pearls dance around this celestial pendant looking like it's from the stars. With movement and grace this pendant sings in 14K yellow gold. Victorian
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Sun Jewelry Antique

Materials

Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

AJD Elegant Peridot and Kyanite Dangle Earrings in 14K Yellow Gold
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
jewelry, , at any time of the day. Peridot is one of the oldest gemstones and has a fascinating written
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15th Century and Earlier American Artisan Sun Jewelry Antique

Materials

Peridot, Kyanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

20.30 Carats Natural Loose Lime Yellow Citrine Round Cut for Necklace Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
versatility makes it a popular choice for jewelry. From elegant earrings to eye-catching pendants and
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Early 20th Century Brazilian Artist Sun Jewelry Antique

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Citrine

20.45 Carat Natural Loose Pear Shape Citrine Gemstone Laser Cut For Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
like the sun, it brings energy to you to perform a money-making task to completion and success.
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Early 17th Century Brazilian Arts and Crafts Sun Jewelry Antique

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Citrine, 10k Gold

20.45 Carat Natural Loose Pear Shape Citrine Gemstone Laser Cut For Jewelry
20.45 Carat Natural Loose Pear Shape Citrine Gemstone Laser Cut For Jewelry
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H 0.79 in W 0.61 in D 0.51 in L 0.79 in
14.75 Carat Natural Loose Honey Brown Citrine Laser Cut for Jewelry Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
like the sun, it brings energy to you to perform a money-making task to completion and success.
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Mid-18th Century Brazilian Arts and Crafts Sun Jewelry Antique

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Citrine, 18k Gold, Gold-filled, Britannia Standard Silver, PVD-Coated, B...

14.75 Carat Natural Loose Honey Brown Citrine Laser Cut for Jewelry Making
14.75 Carat Natural Loose Honey Brown Citrine Laser Cut for Jewelry Making
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H 0.65 in W 0.63 in D 0.4 in L 0.65 in
Signed Antique 3 Pc. Sun Shing Chinese Export Silver Spoons & Fork Flatware Set
Located in Philadelphia, PA
terminate in flowers. The bowls are hand-hammered and finished with a gold wash. Marked for the Sun Shing
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Early 19th Century Chinese Sun Jewelry Antique

Materials

Silver, Gilt Metal

Antique Empire Snuffbox Sun Emblem Amitié Gift of Friendship Glass Beadwork Horn
Located in Munich, Bavaria
glass beads threaded on cotton string. The lid is decorated with a sun emblem, a lozenge and a zigzag
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1810s French Empire Sun Jewelry Antique

Antique Masonic Freemasonry 14K Gold Amethyst Enamel Medal C 1876
Located in Firenze, IT
An exquisite example of Masonic jewellery art by Guild & Delano of Boston, C 1876, specialists in
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1870s American Victorian Sun Jewelry Antique

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Amethyst, 14k Gold, Enamel

Early 20th century Egyptian revival gold and enamel brooch
Located in Malmö, SE
and engraved to reverse, 3.5cm wide. One arrow missing. Revival is always happening in the jewelry
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Early 20th Century European Egyptian Revival Sun Jewelry Antique

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Ruby, Gold, Enamel

Austrian 1915 Art Nouveau Egyptian Revival Plique à Jour Winged Scarab Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
believed that the sun was pushed across the sky every day by a giant scarab, the god Khepri. In real life
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1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Sun Jewelry Antique

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Opal, Quartz, Silver, Enamel

1920 Edwardian 14k Yellow Gold Diamond and Seed Pearl Starburst Pin / Pendant
Located in Lexington, KY
whimsical sunburst design. The sun's rays are dotted with graduated seed pearls. A .05ct old mine cut
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1920s Edwardian Sun Jewelry Antique

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Aesthetic Period Brooch and Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
natural scenes of flowers, often butterflies and birds, water, sun, trees and reeds. At back of the brooch
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Late 19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Sun Jewelry Antique

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Sterling Silver

Victorian Diamond Gold Sunburst Pin Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A well made piece from the 1880’s, this antique Victorian pin depicts a bursting sun. It features a
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Late 19th Century British Sun Jewelry Antique

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Turn of the Century, Aquamarine, Turquoise & Diamond Brooch Pin
Located in Brisbane, QLD
diamonds, turquoise and a single aquamarine. The 'starburst' or 'shining sun' type pin centres on a large
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Sun Jewelry Antique

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Silver

Imperial Silver Gilt Enamel Egg Pendant With Coat Of Arms
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
patterns of the enamel look like hundreds of sun rays shining on the egg, making the pendant very eye
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Late 19th Century Russian Russian Empire Sun Jewelry Antique

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Antique Yellow Gold Citrine Filigree Bangle Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
citrines. Comprises six links connected by wire. Will fit up to 6" wrist. About citrine jewelry Citrine
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Early 1900s Victorian Sun Jewelry Antique

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Citrine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Imperial Silver Gilt Enamel Egg Locket Pendant With Imperial Wreath
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
repeating patterns of the enamel look like hundreds of sun rays shining on the egg, making the pendant very
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Late 19th Century Russian Russian Empire Sun Jewelry Antique

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Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Authentic Greek coin 4th Cent. BC Silver Ring depicting God Apollo
Located in Roma, IT
, healing and afflictions, the radiant Sun, illuminating light, and the realm of poetry. This divine figure
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Sun Jewelry Antique

Materials

Silver

1920s Mother of Pearl and Diamond Platinum Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
pendant; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and
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1920s Unknown Sun Jewelry Antique

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

1920s Mother of Pearl and Diamond Platinum Pendant
1920s Mother of Pearl and Diamond Platinum Pendant
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H 0.12 in W 0.94 in L 18 in
Antique Wedgwood & Bentley Black Basalt Intaglio Seal Silver Signet Ring
By Wedgwood
Located in Philadelphia, PA
the Sun. Marked to the reverse Wedgwood & Bentley and with the model no. 136. For the comparisons
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Late 18th Century Georgian Sun Jewelry Antique

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Silver

10kt. pink gold men's large-sized intaglio ring with amethyst featuring Helios
Located in Braintree, GB
overall. Helios, in Greek mythology, is the god of the sun and is often depicted as driving a chariot
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Sun Jewelry Antique

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Amethyst, Gold, 10k Gold

Edwardian Era 'Belle Epoque' 18k Gold Diamond Pearl Lattice Ring
Located in Versailles, FR
The Edwardian era jewelry were characterized by a lightness and delicacy which had their roots in
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Early 20th Century French Edwardian Sun Jewelry Antique

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

White Gold Diamond Crossover Ring - 10k Single Cut & Baguette .25ctw Ribbon
Located in Greensboro, NC
): 15/32" (11.8mm) Rise Above Finger: 9/32" (6.5mm) Weight: 2.9 Grams Stamps: 10k, Sun Condition: Pre
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15th Century and Earlier Sun Jewelry Antique

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Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold

Bailey Banks & Biddle 1910 Edwardian Enamel Watch In 14Kt Gold With Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
by Longines for the American jewelry company of Bailey Banks & Biddle, during the Edwardian period
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1910s Swiss Edwardian Sun Jewelry Antique

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Rock Crystal, White Diamond, Diamond, Crystal, Amethyst, Enamel, Yellow ...

Antique Art Deco Rock Crystal Filigree Diamond 14k White Gold Bracelet
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A fabulous filigree bracelet centered by a carved, sun-ray rock crystal plaque displays all of the
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Sun Jewelry Antique

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Diamond, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Egyptian Scarab Stone Gold Charm Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
birth, life, death, and resurrection. Since the sun was believed to die each night and reborn each
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Early 19th Century European Georgian Sun Jewelry Antique

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Victorian 1890 Masonic Seal Fob Pendant In 14Kt Gold With Plain Bloodstone
Located in Miami, FL
of Knight of the Sun or the Prince of Jerusalem. It is embellished with a non engraved hardstone
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1890s English Late Victorian Sun Jewelry Antique

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Agate, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco Diamond 18k White Gold Filigree Engagement Ring, circa 1920s
Located in North Attleboro, MA
display intricate filigree and openwork detailing in sun ray, flower, petal and vine designs. Circa the
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1920s Art Deco Sun Jewelry Antique

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Thai Siam 19th Century Gold Rose Cut Diamond and Ruby Garuda Bird Ring
Located in London, GB
Southeast Asian art, the Garuda or ‘Phra Khrut Pha’ ( พระครุฑพ่าห์ ) is a divine eagle-like sun bird and the
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19th Century Thai Sun Jewelry Antique

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold

Late Georgian Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Ring (Europe Ca. 1830)
Located in OVIEDO, AS
diamonds encircle the central diamond. Resembling a star or sun, a mound of silver encases the central
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1830s European Georgian Sun Jewelry Antique

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique 15K Gold Chalcedony Intaglio Ring "They Will Flourish" Hurst Family
Located in Hummelstown, PA
lush thicket of tres, pair of hands, flowers, and a sun in splendor. At the bottom is a banner with the
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1880s English Victorian Sun Jewelry Antique

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Chalcedony, 15k Gold

Antique Necklace Eye of God solid 19K Gold / 26.6 gr
Located in SE
and sparkle under the Sun ☀. V - The lock is decorated with Eternity knots, very tight, closed with a
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Late 18th Century European Egyptian Revival Sun Jewelry Antique

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18k Gold

Victorian 9ct Gold Front & Back Bird Floral Locket
Located in Portland, GB
'sun rays' design on the edge of the locket. Please see images for more details. The swallow was
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Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Sun Jewelry Antique

Materials

Gold

A Roman Gnostic Intaglio In Agate 3rd Century AD Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
are symbols for the sun and the moon. Various formulaic inscriptions and abbreviations are found in
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Sun Jewelry Antique

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Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Black Coral Gold Necklace And Japanese Shakudo Pendant
Located in Chesterland, OH
. Craftsmen would occasionally extract Shakudo plaques from the armor, integrating them into jewelry or
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19th Century Sun Jewelry Antique

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Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Bronze, Shakudo, Silver, Mixed Metal

Antique Victorian Citrine & Seed Pearl Cluster Ring 9K Gold - c.1890
Located in London, GB
citrine to glisten in its true beauty under the sun/natural lighting - the clarity and different hues of
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Late 19th Century Sun Jewelry Antique

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Citrine, Pearl, 9k Gold

Rare Gold and Enamel Presentation Pocket Watch with Portrait of Naser Shah
Located in New York, NY
Persia in a royal interior, the reverse with the Lion and Sun crest of Persia over guilloché ground, the
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19th Century Swiss Sun Jewelry Antique

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Gold, Enamel

Antique French Empire Period Double Sided Sacred Heart Silver Cross
Located in New York, NY
flames, more brilliant than the sun and transparent as crystal. It had Its adorable wound and was
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19th Century French Sun Jewelry Antique

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Rare Gold and Enamel Presentation Pocket Watch with Portrait of Naser Shah
Located in New York, NY
in an interior, the reverse with the Lion and Sun crest of Persia, the surround with bouquets
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19th Century Swiss Sun Jewelry Antique

Materials

Gold, Enamel

1890s 1.28 Carat Sapphire 1.65 Carat Diamond Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive
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1890s Hungarian Victorian Sun Jewelry Antique

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

1869 Nordic Ring Renaissance solid 23/18K Gold Opal Pearl Garnet ØUS7 / 5.2gr
Located in SE
. Opals are colorful and bright and give much fire under Sun light. Crown's top part is likely in 18K
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1860s Swedish Renaissance Revival Sun Jewelry Antique

Materials

Garnet, Opal, Pearl, 18k Gold, 22k Gold

Antique Gold Georgian Period Halley’s Comet Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Victorians had an affinity for symbolism and meaning. They often created jewellery to represent important
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Early 19th Century English Georgian Sun Jewelry Antique

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Victorian Diamond and Sapphire Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
work. Delicate flowers, frozen in time, grace the ring's surface, capturing the essence of a sun-kissed
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Mid-19th Century Victorian Sun Jewelry Antique

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Kt Gold Two Sided Victorian Carnelian Scarab Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
believed to roll the sun around the earth as the beetle itself would roll balls of dung in the earth. The
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Sun Jewelry Antique

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian 2.11 CTW Cushion Cut Colombian Emerald Old European Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
surrounded by old European cut diamonds - it's sure to shine brighter than the sun! Truly a piece you'll
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1880s Victorian Sun Jewelry Antique

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

Georgian Imperial Topaz Diamond distinctive 18 KT ring
Located in Napoli, IT
after natural topaz Considered to be the colour of the setting sun, imperial topaz gets its name from
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1790s European Georgian Sun Jewelry Antique

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Imperial Topaz, Gold

Sparkling Sterling Goldstone Pendant Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
chandelier goldstone earrings from c. 1870. Imagine the brightest sun on water. The gold sparkle is highly
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Late 19th Century Unknown Late Victorian Sun Jewelry Antique

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Silver

Sparkling Sterling Goldstone Pendant Earrings
Sparkling Sterling Goldstone Pendant Earrings
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W 0.38 in L 2.75 in
Antique Coral Drop Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
This is a classic design in coral jewellery. The focus of this necklace is the three elongated
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19th Century Sun Jewelry Antique

Materials

Coral, Yellow Gold

Sparkling Genuine 10.55 Carat Flower Cut Loose Madeira Citrine Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
sun, it brings energy to you to perform a money-making task to completion and success.
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Mid-17th Century Brazilian Arts and Crafts Sun Jewelry Antique

Materials

Citrine, Mandarin Garnet

Sparkling Genuine 10.55 Carat Flower Cut Loose Madeira Citrine Gemstone
Sparkling Genuine 10.55 Carat Flower Cut Loose Madeira Citrine Gemstone
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H 0.57 in W 0.57 in D 0.41 in L 0.57 in
"Sun River Packer" Original Bronze by Earl Heikka
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
"Sun River Packer" by Earl Heikka bronze. Dated 1940 and signed. (1910-1941) Heikka was raised in
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Early 20th Century American Sun Jewelry Antique

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Bronze

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Sun Jewelry Antique For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact sun jewelry antique you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 127 vintage or 28 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect sun jewelry antique 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 21st Century. Finding an appealing sun jewelry antique — no matter the origin — is easy, but J DAUPHIN, Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection and Natkina each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Take a look at a sun jewelry antique featuring diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also old european cut cut and rose cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our sun jewelry antique for sale are for women, but there are 62 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Sun Jewelry Antique?

Prices for a sun jewelry antique can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $125 and can go as high as $120,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,075.
Questions About Sun Jewelry Antique
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    To 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 ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Paste 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 ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    Jewelry 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, 2023
    To 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In 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, 2023
    To 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, 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 ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    To 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.