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Wilsons Antique Jewelry

Henry Wilson The Apollo Necklace
By Henry Wilson
Located in London, GB
: Volume of Henry Wilson's Designs for Jewellery & Silverwork, Victoria & Albert Museum, Department of
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Early 1900s British Arts and Crafts Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Amethyst, Chalcedony, 18k Gold

Antique Henry Wilson The Apollo Necklace
Henry Wilson The Apollo Necklace
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H 3.15 in W 15.75 in
Wilson & Gill Vulcain Victorian Diamond Blue White Hand Enameled Watch Necklace
Located in Valenza, IT
Necklace. Wilson & Gill is a famous jewelry Company founded in 1892 and located in Regent Street, London
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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Set of 4 Rare Philadelphia R&W Wilson Coin Silver Footed Salt Cellars
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine set of 4 silver salt cellars. By R&W Wilson. In coin silver. With shell shaped bowls
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Early 19th Century American Empire Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Silver, Gilt Metal

Antique Georgian Era Ring circa 1825 18 Karat Yellow Gold Memorial Hair Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
of cracks or chips. The ring is a wonderful example of Georgian era memorial jewelry with rich
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1820s British Georgian Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique horse and jockey brooch in 18 Karat and Enamel, English, circa 1900
Located in Aspen, CO
motif enamel jewelry), this antique piece is enameled with fine detail on all sides. This piece which
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Late 19th Century Victorian Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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18k Gold, Silver, Enamel

William IV 18ct Gold and Enamel Memorial Ring, 1833
Located in Glasgow, GB
' within a gold foliate border and 'Wilson Agnew, died Feby 7th 1865, aged 83 ys' inside. Hallmarked London
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1830s British William IV Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique English Painting “Lake Nemi, Italy” '1865' by John Wilson Carmichael
By Carmichael
Located in Shippensburg, PA
JOHN WILSON CARMICHAEL British, 1800-1868 "View over Lake Nemi, Italy" (1865) Oil on canvas
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19th Century British Romantic Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Canvas, Paint

Georgian Enamel Mourning Ring, English, circa 1781
Located in London, GB
' School between 1660 to 1760. See Wilson, H. B., 'A History of the Parish of St. Laurence Pountney.', 1831
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1780s British Georgian Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Enamel

GIA Emerald Platinum 18K Pendant Diamond Certified Victorian Huge AAA 5.26 Cts
Located in Sylvania, GA
& Ivory Silk. Embossed on Silk of Lid "Wilson & Sharp Diamond Merchants, Goldsmiths & Silversmiths 139
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Late 18th Century Victorian Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

John Bonnor a Superb Arts & Crafts Gold, Black Opal and Ruby Necklace
Located in London, GB
Jewellery from the 1860s to 1960s, Arnoldsche Art Publishers, Stuttgart 2021, cat. no. 155 Signed verso
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Early 1900s British Arts and Crafts Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Opal, Ruby

English Antique Landscape Painting of Wooded Glade attr. William Shayer, Sr.
By WILLIAM SHAYER SENIOR (1787-1879)
Located in Shippensburg, PA
Shayer to Jock Wilson, a skilled seascape painter. Under Wilson's guidance, Shayer honed his skills
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19th Century English Romantic Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Canvas, Paint

1900s Buffalo Hunter Skinning Set
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
blade length of 5.75", overall 10.25" with hickory handle. Marked "Wilson." The fourth knife has blade
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19th Century American Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Leather, Wood

Antique 1900s Buffalo Hunter Skinning Set
1900s Buffalo Hunter Skinning Set
H 12 in W 12 in D 12 in
Galt Monumental Sterling Silver Ewer in Grape Pattern, Circa 1910
By Galt & Bro., Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Washington D.C, serving presidents and local residents as a silversmith and jewelry maker. The first watch
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Early 20th Century American Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Sterling Silver

Brigahoe Towing Into Scarborough Harbor
By Nelson Dawson
Located in New Orleans, LA
1893 and together with his wife, he was one of the key figures in the jewellery of the Arts and Crafts
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Early 20th Century Modern Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Etching

The Pilot Colde
By Nelson Dawson
Located in New Orleans, LA
Edith Robinson in 1893 and together with his wife, he was one of the key figures in the jewellery of the
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Early 20th Century Modern Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Etching

The Pilot Colde
The Pilot Colde
H 8.75 in W 10.25 in
Scarborough
By Nelson Dawson
Located in New Orleans, LA
wife, he was one of the key figures in the jewellery of the Arts and Crafts movement. Edith learned
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Early 20th Century Modern Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Etching

Scarborough
Scarborough
H 7 in W 9.75 in
Antique Landscape Painting "Start of the Day" by William Shayer, Senior
By WILLIAM SHAYER SENIOR (1787-1879)
Located in Shippensburg, PA
painter Jock Wilson (whom Shayer would soon surpass in terms of their respective ability to paint coastal
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19th Century British Romantic Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Canvas, Paint

18th Century Oil Painting Portrait of Provost John Pitcairn of Dundee
By Sir Henry Raeburn
Located in London, GB
. With Agnew's, London, where acquired by A.R. Wilson Wood, 7 April 1909; Christie's, London, 26 June
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18th Century Old Masters Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Oil

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Georgian Mourning Ring with Black Enamel, circa 1824
Located in London, GB
This Georgian ring is hallmarked 1824 and is engraved with the words 'Died Nov 3rd 1874'. This is an original mourning ring made in 18 carat yellow gold and covered with black enamel...
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1820s Unknown Georgian Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Natural Pearl, Enamel, 18k Gold

Victorian Ruby Pearl Flower Ring Gold Antique
Located in New York, NY
This is a wonderful romantic antique Victorian ring with three lovely flowers with Ruby centers and Pearl petal surrounds. I love the motif of the three flowers. The flowers are ce...
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Archaeological-Revival Coral and Gold Spartan Diadem
Located in London, GB
An archaeological-revival coral and gold Spartan diadem, in the form of a gold band with seven concave discs each set with a cabochon coral, alternating with eight floral motifs each...
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1840s Italian Classical Roman Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Trabert & Hoeffer-Mauboussin Bracelet Platinum Persian Turquoise Diamond
By Trabert & Hoeffer Mauboussin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Outstanding Art Deco Revival bracelet created by Trabert & Hoeffer-Mauboussin in the 1930s. Made of platinum, the bracelet features approximately 127 carats Persian turquoise and 22....
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1930s French Art Deco Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum

Edwardian Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Three vibrant rose cut rubies are the feature of this fine Edwardian period eighteen karat 18k yellow gold ring. It's beautiful antique setting includes four .01 carat diamonds accen...
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Waltham American Riverside Pocket Watch with Fob and Charms
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Own a bit of history with this exceptional ladies heirloom timepiece from Waltham American Watch Company. This exquisite pocket watch is made of fourteen karat 14K yellow gold and h...
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1880s American Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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14k Gold

Gold Ring with Marquise Emerald. Vintage inspired emerald ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14k gold ring with emerald side diamonds, emeralds and sapphires Total weight 2.5 gr - depends from size you choose. Gemstones - all are natural earth mined. Emeralds 1. Marquise ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Art Deco Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold

Georgian 15ct Gold and Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Panel Ring, c1780
Located in St Helens, GB
A very well made Georgian period ring. c1790. Designed with a larger rose cut diamond to centre with eight further rose cut diamonds surrounding. A total spread of just over 1 carat,...
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19th Century British George III Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Diamond, Gold

Mauboussin Diamond and Multi-Gemstone Clutch Bag with Chanel Accessories 23 cts
By Mauboussin
Located in London, GB
A unique 18k white gold Mauboussin multi-gemstone clutch bag. The clutch comprises of princess cabochon cut green tourmalines, sapphires and rubies placed evenly on the and back. The...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Early Victorian Enamel Glazed Locket Front Mourning 18 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Beautiful mourning ring with highly decorative shoulders. This particular ring holds a lovely enamel face with the words 'In Memory Of' which surround a glazed panel. The inside of t...
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1840s British Victorian Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Crystal, Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Seed Pearl Ring Red Paste 10k Rose Gold Vintage Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Victorian seed pearl and red paste ring (circa 1880s to 1900s), crafted in 10 karat rose gold. Red paste stone measures 5mm diameter, accented with 12 x 1.5...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Pearl, 10k Gold, Rose Gold

Georgian Style GIA Sri Lanka Sapphire Bracelet
Located in METAIRIE, LA
This 14 Karat Gold Georgian Style Sapphire Bracelet features three focal GIA Certified Sri Lanka mined Cushion cut Sapphires – 1 Central 15 carat Canary Yellow Sapphire & 2 Surroundi...
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1940s Georgian Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

NWT 525, 000 18KT Magnificent Rare Fancy 45ct Paraiba Tourmaline Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Items we are offering is a Rare Important Gorgeous 18KT White Gold Glittering Diamond and Paraiba Tourmaline Necklace!!!! Necklace features Outstanding Multi Shaped Shi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Rose Cut Diamond Russian Gold Neackles
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique Russian rose cut diamond necklace with an estimate diamond weight of 8 carats in movable dangling links design back foiled diamond settings rose gold color hall marked 56 imp...
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1890s Victorian Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Diamond, 10k Gold, 14k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Watch Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Watch Pendant Features 12 cabochon Rubies and diamonds surrounding the clock. Dimensions: approximately 1.5 x 1.5 inches
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1970s French Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold

Louis Vuitton Diamond, Malachite, Pearl and Quartz Long Necklace
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Exceptionally crafted in the 1990’s by one of the world’s most renowned fashion houses, this stylish necklace by Louis Vuitton is crafted in 18k yellow gold, set with brilliant diamo...
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1990s French Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Diamond, Malachite, Pearl, Quartz, 18k Gold

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Early 19th Century Brass Inlaid Rosewood Writing Box by William Wilson Edinburgh
Located in Worcester, Worcestershire
Period Regency Maker William Wilson, Edinburgh Decoration Rosewood with brass stringing
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19th Century Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Rosewood

Stuart Antique Sterling Silver Scottish Clan Badge
By Peter G. Wilson 1
Located in London, GB
Stuart antique sterling silver Scottish Clan Badge. Maker: Peter G Wilson. Inverness, circa 1880
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1880s Scottish Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Silver

Stuart Antique Sterling Silver Scottish Clan Badge
Stuart Antique Sterling Silver Scottish Clan Badge
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H 0.01 in W 0.01 in D 0.01 in
Early 19th c. Brass Inlaid Rosewood Writing Box by William Wilson Edinburgh
Located in Worcester, GB
Early 19th c. Brass Inlaid Rosewood Writing Box by William Wilson Edinburgh Period Regency
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Early 19th Century European Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Brass

Victorian 15 Carat Gold Alabaster & Wilson Scottish Scottie Terrier Brooch
Located in St Helens, GB
formed as a Scottish (scottie) terrier dog. Made by Alabaster and Wilson. CONDITION ; Excellent. A very
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19th Century British Victorian Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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15k Gold

Larter & Sons Pearl 14 Karat Gold Wilson Tennis Racket Brooch
By Larter & Sons
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Brooch is designed as an Edwardian tennis racket - inscribed 'W' for the Wilson brand With gold
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1910s Edwardian Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Bernard Instone Amethyst Turquoise Silver Arts and Crafts Necklace Bracelet Set
By Bernard Instone
Located in London, GB
marked Wilson & Gill, 139 Regent St. London. Bracelet length: 16cm. Width: 3.1cm. Illustrated in our
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Amethyst, Turquoise, Silver

Antique Diamond Silver Gold Sunburst Tiara
Located in London, GB
. Detachable with a brooch fitting. In a Wilson & Gill brown fitted box, 134 Regent Street. Tooled: P. B. Mc
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1890s British Late Victorian Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Diamond, Gold, Silver

Silver Gold Fire Opal Moonstone Peridot Pendant Edward Spencer Artificers Guild
By Artificers Guild
Located in London, GB
successful is the result that this unique jewel is a major Gothic Revival triumph. Literature: cf. Jewelry
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Early 1900s British Arts and Crafts Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Moonstone, Opal, Peridot, 18k Gold, Silver

Presidential Presentation Pocket Watch by Waltham
By Waltham
Located in New Orleans, LA
United States Woodrow Wilson to Henry William Webster, the Captain of the British tugboat Champion, in
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Early 20th Century American Aesthetic Movement Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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14k Gold

Antique 1909 0.52 Carat Opal and 0.08 Carat Diamond, 18 k Yellow gold Dress Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Wilson in Birmingham. This producer of high quality gold and diamond jewellery remains as one of the
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

A Roman Micromosaic Plaque Mid-19th Century
Located in Firenze, IT
Gilbert Collect, Micromosaics, Jeanettte Hanisee Gabriel, Phiip Wilson Publishers, fig. 110., page 179.
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Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Wilsons Antique Jewelry

American Silver 'Capitol Building' Card Case, Circa 1850
Located in Brisbane, QLD
attributed to Leonard and Wilson of Philadelphia who made several signed examples of these cases. To the
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Mid-19th Century American Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Silver

American Gold and Sterling Silver Cigarette Fraternity Box, Watrous, circa 1920
Located in Toronto, ON
, Kentucky, in 1888. Dr. John Henry Wilson organized the order as a place for men to get together to
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Early 20th Century American Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Gold, Sterling Silver

Arts & Crafts Beaten Copper Wall Light
Located in London, GB
arms, attributed to Henry Wilson (1864-1934): Henry Wilson was an architect, sculptor, metalworker
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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Copper

Arts & Crafts Beaten Copper Wall Light
Arts & Crafts Beaten Copper Wall Light
H 22.45 in W 19.3 in D 7.49 in
Tiffany Studios Dogwood Stained Glass Bronze Hanging Shade Pendant Lamp, 1905
By Tiffany Studios, Louis Comfort Tiffany
Located in Brooklyn, NY
and influential jewelry firm, Tiffany & Co. Louis Tiffany advanced his reputation by his own name and
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Wilsons Antique Jewelry

Materials

Art Glass, Stained Glass

Early 20th Century American Bronze "Marsh Marigold" Planter by, Tiffany Studios
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Englewood, NJ
the son of Charles Lewis Tiffany (1812–1902), founder of the successful and influential jewelry firm
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Bronze, Copper

Tiffany Studios Jeweled Turtle Back Table Lamp
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Dallas, TX
the successful and influential jewelry firm, Tiffany & Co. Louis Tiffany advanced his reputation by
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Bronze

Wilson and Gill Gold and Platinum Cufflink and Six Button Stud Set with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
setting and gold on dark brown black red glass. Mr. Wilson & Mr. Gill opened their jewelry shop in April
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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Diamond, Platinum, Gold, Yellow Gold

Wilson and Gill Gold and Platinum Cufflink and Six Button Stud Set with Diamonds
Wilson and Gill Gold and Platinum Cufflink and Six Button Stud Set with Diamonds
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H 1 in W 0.4 in D 0.15 in Dm 0.5 in L 1 in
Edwardian Aqua and Pearl 15 Carat Gold Pendant
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
. This piece was originally retailed by Wilson and Sharp in Edinburgh. The delicate design of this
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1910s British Edwardian Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Aquamarine, Pearl, Gold

Victorian Engraved Silver and Mother-of-Pearl Dessert Set in Original Box
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
bears multiple hallmarks, indicating it was made by Frederick Wilson & Co in Sheffield, England, circa
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1890s English Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Silver

Two Girls (two women stand by the seawall watching ships battle the angry seas)
By Nelson Dawson
Located in New Orleans, LA
figures in the jewellery of the Arts and Crafts movement. Edith learned enamelling from her husband who
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Early 20th Century Modern Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Etching, Aquatint

North Country Fishing Village
By Nelson Dawson
Located in New Orleans, LA
1893 and together with his wife, he was one of the key figures in the jewellery of the Arts and Crafts
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Early 20th Century Modern Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Etching

The Seven Black Eagles
By Nelson Dawson
Located in New Orleans, LA
Edith Robinson in 1893 and together with his wife, he was one of the key figures in the jewellery of the
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Early 20th Century Modern Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Etching

The Lookout Tower, Appledore
By Nelson Dawson
Located in New Orleans, LA
key figures in the jewellery of the Arts and Crafts movement. Edith learned enamelling from her
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Early 20th Century Modern Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Etching

Tiffany Studios New York Counter Balance Floor Lamp
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Dallas, TX
influential jewelry firm, Tiffany & Co. Louis Tiffany advanced his reputation by his own name and his father’s
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1910s American Art Nouveau Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Bronze

Tiffany Studios Bronze And Favrile Desk Lamp
By Louis Comfort Tiffany, Tiffany Studios
Located in Dallas, TX
), founder of the successful and influential jewelry firm, Tiffany & Co. Louis Tiffany advanced his
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Bronze

Tiffany Studios New York Acorn Table Lamp
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Dallas, TX
Lewis Tiffany (1812–1902), founder of the successful and influential jewelry firm, Tiffany & Co. Louis
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1890s American Art Nouveau Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Bronze

Antique Scottish silver Clan Badge, Archer, Maker Peter G. Wilson
By Peter G. Wilson 1
Located in London, GB
. Made by Peter G Wilson in Inverness, circa 1890s. Obverse: A dragon's face and neck, facing left
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1890s Scottish Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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Silver

Rose Cut Diamond Riviere Necklace with a Diamond Set Crowned Heart Pendant
Located in Antwerp, BE
. Antique jewelry object group: necklace or rivière and pendant Period: ca. 1700 Condition: excellent
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Early 18th Century Unknown Georgian Wilsons Antique Jewelry

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White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

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Wilsons Antique Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the piece of wilsons antique jewelry you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and enamel. Making the right choice when shopping for an item from our selection of wilsons antique 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. Finding an appealing choice in our collection of wilsons antique jewelry — no matter the origin — is easy, but Henry Wilson each produced a popular version that is worth a look. An object in our assortment of wilsons antique jewelry can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but diamond rings, from our inventory of 2, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. See these pages for a cabochon 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 wilsons antique jewelry, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Wilsons Antique Jewelry?

Prices for a piece of wilsons antique jewelry can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $2,396 and can go as high as $46,675, while this accessory, on average, fetches $4,550.
Questions About Wilsons Antique Jewelry
  • 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 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 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.