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Edwardian 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl Horseshoe Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
2.25 mm - white to cream in body color with subtle iridescence. Stamped 14k for 14 karat gold. Circa
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian Wedding Band c1910 14k Yellow Gold Ring Vintage Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant antique Edwardian wedding band (circa 1910) crafted in 14k yellow gold. The ring
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Band Rings

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian Double Moonstone Diamond Ring 14k Yellow Gold Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
yellow gold. Cabochon cut moonstones each measure 8mm (estimated 3 carats each - 6 carats total
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Moonstone, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian Bracelet Pearl Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Bangle Vintage Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Edwardian era bangle (circa 1900s to 1910s), crafted in 14k yellow gold
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Bangles

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian Garland Pendant Bow Diamond Pearl 14k Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Edwardian diamond & pearl garland brooch crafted in 14k yellow gold (circa
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian 0.50 Carats Sapphire 18 Karat Yellow Gold Horseshoe Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Transparent and ranging from blue to denim blue with light to medium saturation With scalloped gold profile
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Brooches

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Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Marcus & Co. Edwardian Essex Crystal Mother-Of-Pearl 14K Yellow Gold Cufflinks
By Marcus & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
-pearl - opaque white in body color with strong iridescence. Set in gold bezels. Stamped 14k for 14 karat
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Cufflinks

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Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian Lapis Lazuli Gold Cufflinks Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Classic pair of Cabochon Lapis Lazuli inset Cuff links, beautifully hand crafted in 14K Yellow
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Cufflinks

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Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian Pearl 15 Carat Yellow Gold and Platinum Cross Pin
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
This pin was hand crafted in the Edwardian era. Made from both 15ct yellow Gold and Platinum with
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Vintage 1910s British Edwardian More Jewelry

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Cultured Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Edwardian Enamel Diamond Platinum-Topped 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
-topped 18 karat gold. Circa: 1900. Measures: 1 1/4 x 1 7/16 inches (including jump ring bale). Total
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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

Edwardian Diamond Marquise Ring in 18 Carat Yellow Gold and Platinum
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
18ct Yellow Gold and Platinum, seeing the beautiful detailing in the gallery from the side profile. As
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Edwardian Old Mine Diamond Horseshoe Brooch Pin 18k Gold & Platinum
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Old Mine Diamond Horseshoe Brooch Pin 18K Gold Platinum Edwardian This gorgeous Edwardian circa
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Edwardian 14 Karat Yellow Gold & Pearl Cufflinks
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of Edwardian gold & pearl cufflinks. In 14k yellow gold. Each comprised of 2 spiral
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20th Century Unknown Edwardian Cufflinks

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

  • Edwardian 14 Karat Yellow Gold & Pearl Cufflinks
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H 0.87 in. W 0.28 in. L 0.95 in.
Edwardian 15 Karat Yellow Gold Cufflinks
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
A pair of fine 15 Karat Yellow Gold Cufflinks with torpedo backs from the Edwardian era, truly
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Cufflinks

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15k Gold

Edwardian Diamond and Yellow Gold Swirl Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This stunning swirl designed brooch is super stylish and has a lovely subtle sparkle with the diamonds set into it. The centre diamond measures 20pts and the surrounding diamonds var...
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Brooches

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Diamond Pearl Platinum 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cluster Antique Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
approximately 1.00 carat total - H to J in color with VS2 to SI2 clarity. Accented by pierced gallery and gold
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Cluster Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Edwardian Sapphire Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Crescent Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Edwardian sapphire and seed pearls yellow gold crescent brooch circa 1910. Clear and concise
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Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Brooches

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Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Diamond Black Opal Platinum-Topped 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
karat gold and tested as platinum . With maker's mark. Circa: 1910. Ring Size: 3 1/4 and sizable
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Fashion Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, P...

Edwardian diamond brooch, Frederik banks, Chester, English jewellery
Located in PARIS, FR
Edwardian english diamond brooch in yellow 15 karat gold. Antique brooch set with an old cut
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Antique 1890s British Edwardian Brooches

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Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 14 Karat Yellow Gold Wedding Band
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ring Size: 8.5 Metal Type: 14 karat Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 5 grams Finger to
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Engagement Rings

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Yellow Gold

Pearl and Diamond Edwardian Gold Solitaire Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely Hand crafted Edwardian 14K Yellow Gold Ring. Centering an 8.5mm Pearl
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Sapphire and Diamond Edwardian Gold Link Bracelet Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
measures approx. 6.75" Long. Artistically Hand crafted in 18K Yellow Gold mounting. More Beautiful in Real
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Link Bracelets

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 18ct Yellow Gold Keeper Ring, 1908
Located in Glasgow, GB
An Edwardian 18 carat yellow gold Keeper ring. Keeper rings were originally worn on the finger to
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Fashion Rings

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 15ct Yellow Gold Diamond Set Bar Brooch
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
. MEASUREMENT - 40mm W x 14mm D MATERIALS - 15ct yellow gold/Diamond WEIGHT - 3.7g HALLMARK - Stamped 15ct
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Brooches

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Diamond, 15k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

  • Edwardian 15ct Yellow Gold Diamond Set Bar Brooch
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H 0.56 in. W 1.58 in.
Edwardian Diamond and Pearl Gold Crossover Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely crafted Edwardian Diamond and Pearl 'Toi et Moi' Bypass 14k Gold Ring
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Diamond Sword Brooch, 9k Yellow Gold, Edwardian
Located in NEWARK, GB
A magnificent fine antique, 9kt yellow gold diamond sword brooch. A beautifully designed piece
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Brooches

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Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Enamel Orchid Diamond Floral Brooch Yellow Gold
Located in MIAMI, FL
brooch weighs 5.7 grams and measures 1" in circumference. 14k yellow gold design, numbered on the reverse
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Brooches

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Diamond, Enamel, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Platinum-Topped 14 Karat Gold Antique Car Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
red gemstone cabochon accent Tested as platinum-topped 14 karat gold Circa: 1900 Car measures: 1/2
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Brooches

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Edwardian Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
yellow gold ring. It's beautiful antique setting includes four .01 carat diamonds accents that further
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1910 Edwardian 14 Karat Yellow Gold Collar or Stock Pin
Located in Lexington, KY
This excellent collar pin is a genuine Edwardian piece in 14k yellow gold that is from 1910!! The
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Brooches

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Opal Diamond Platinum 14 Karat Gold Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
total - eye clean and bright Completed by gold pinstem Tested as platinum head and 14 karat gold
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Brooches

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Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Gold

1910 Edwardian Garnet Dangle 14K Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a pair of Edwardian Garnet earrings set in 14K Yellow Gold! Aren't these earrings just
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Dangle Earrings

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Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Charming American Edwardian 14k Yellow Gold & Variscite Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Charming Edwardian pendant. Variscite cabochon on 14k yellow gold mount with open and alternating
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

  • Charming American Edwardian 14k Yellow Gold & Variscite Pendant
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H 1.13 in. W 0.75 in. D 0.63 in.
1914 Edwardian Era Scarf Pins, 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique 1914 Edwardian Scarf Pins - 14k Yellow Gold, Alloy Mix Features: 14 Karat Yellow Gold
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Brooches

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Mixed Metal

18ct Yellow Gold Edwardian Fox Head 15ct Yellow Gold Pin with Cabochon Ruby Set
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
crafted in 18ct Yellow Gold, with Cabochon Ruby set eyes. This 15ct Yellow Gold antique pin shows such
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Brooches

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Ruby, 15k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian 1ct Diamond Bracelet 14k Gold Platinum Round Bezel Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and elegant antique Edwardian bracelet (circa 1900s to 1910s) crafted in 14k yellow gold
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Link Bracelets

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Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Gold

1909s Edwardian Peridot and Amethyst Yellow Gold Bracelet
By John Grinsell & Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive Edwardian peridot and amethyst, 9k yellow gold bracelet; part of our antique
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Chain Bracelets

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Amethyst, Peridot, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9k Yellow Gold Rope Chain Necklace, Edwardian
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique, Edwardian era 9kt gold rope Chain necklace. Rope twist links in a rich bloomed
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Opal Demantoid Garnet 14k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Edwardian Opal Demantoid Garnet 14k Yellow Gold Ring. Featuring five cabochon opals with a
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Cocktail Rings

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Garnet, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Diamond Platinum-Topped 18 Karat Gold Monkey Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
and white Tested as platinum-topped 18 karat gold Circa: 1900 Monkey measures: 11.7 x 12.0 mm
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Brooches

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Edwardian Diamond Gold Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, complemented by 1.05 carats of European cut diamonds around the brooch. Set in 14K yellow gold with a platinum
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Brooches

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Edwardian Platinum Topped 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Horseshoe Brooch
Located in McLeansville, NC
An Edwardian platinum topped 18 karat yellow gold diamond horseshoe brooch. This brooch features a
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Brooches

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique 9k Yellow Gold Locket Pendant, Double Sided, Edwardian
Located in NEWARK, GB
You can't go wrong with a beautiful antique gold locket, such a staple piece for the jewellery box
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian Bow Drop Necklace Platinum 14 Karat Gold Vintage Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
platinum and 14 karat yellow gold. The two larger old mine cut diamonds at the base of the necklace are
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

.75 Carat Edwardian 14 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ring Size: 7.25 Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.2 grams Diamond
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Engagement Rings

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Yellow Gold

Edwardian Cameo Pearl Brooch Yellow Gold Greek Paul-Victor Lebas, 1910
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Edwardian Cameo Pearl Brooch Yellow Gold. By Paul-Victor Lebas. Marvelous and massive antique cameo
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Brooches

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Pearl, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 0.81 Carats Fancy Diamond & Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Gold Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
yellow diamonds - very well matched. Weighing in total approximately 0.75 carat with VS2 to SI2 clarity
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Brooches

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Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Pla...

Antique Edwardian Diamond Ring c1905 5 Stone Band 18k Gold Jewelry Chester
Located in Torrance, CA
Antique Edwardian 5 stone diamond ring (circa 1905), crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. Five old
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Band Rings

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

Edwardian Emerald Cut Sapphire Yellow and White Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian Emerald Cut Burmese Sapphire Diamond Yellow and White Gold Ring. Size 4 1/2,easily sized
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 9 Carat Yellow Gold Albert Chain or Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This 9carat gold albert chain is the perfect addition to any gents wardrobe or can be worn as a
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian More Jewelry

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Yellow Gold

Platinum on Yellow Gold circa 1910 Edwardian Brooch 2.25 Carat
Located in Wailea, HI
Platinum on Yellow Gold Circa 1910 Edwardian Brooch 2.25 carats Sixty Five Old Mine Cut Diamonds
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Brooches

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White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Yellow Gold Turquoise Edwardian Solitaire Stickpin 14k Oval Cabochon Antique
Located in Greensboro, NC
Yellow Gold Turquoise Edwardian Solitaire Stickpin 14k Oval Cabochon Antique Stone Information
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20th Century Edwardian More Jewelry

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Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Antique Diamond Drop Earrings, 9k Yellow Gold, Edwardian
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful pair of Antique 9kt yellow gold diamond drop earrings. Beautiful tapering golden drops
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Bitterman Bros, Edwardian Opal Platinum 14 Karat Gold Shield Antique Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
for 14 karat gold and tested as platinum. With maker's mark for Bitterman Bros.. Circa: 1910. Shield
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Brooches

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Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Edwardian 0.70 Carat Diamond Emerald Platinum-Topped 18 Karat Gold Sickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Stickpin depicts an arched horseshoe motif One side is yellow gold with calibrè cut emeralds
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Brooches

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Edwardian Ruby Emerald and Diamond Yellow Gold Cufflinks
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
yellow gold cufflinks; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections. These exceptional, fine and
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Cufflinks

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Edwardian Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cluster Ring. Featuring one cushion mixed cut
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Sapphire Diamond Platinum-Topped 14 Karat Gold Cherry Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
VS clarity Tested as platinum-topped 14 karat gold Circa: 1910 Cherry measures: 9.0 x 10.8 mm
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Brooches

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

Antique Edwardian Novelty Hanging Paste set Monkey 9ct Gold and Silver Brooch
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
Amusing novelty brooches were popular in the Victorian and Edwardian periods with piece such as
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Brooches

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Yellow Gold, Silver, 9k Gold

Edwardian 0.50 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Platinum-Topped Gold Partridge Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Depicting a cute little partridge bird with a polished gold beak and feet Pavé set throughout by
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Brooches

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

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Yellow Gold Edwardian Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact piece of yellow gold edwardian jewelry you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for an item from our selection of yellow gold edwardian jewelry from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. A choice in our collection of yellow gold edwardian jewelry from Tiffany & Co., Single Stone and Fabergé — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. While most can agree that any object in our assortment of yellow gold edwardian jewelry from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 724 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. An old european cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also round cut and old mine cut versions for sale. When shopping for an option in this array of yellow gold edwardian jewelry, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Yellow Gold Edwardian Jewelry?

The price for a piece of yellow gold edwardian jewelry starts at $175 and tops out at $247,737 with these rings, on average, selling for $2,905.

A Close Look at Edwardian Jewelry

Antique Edwardian jewelry is named for King Edward VII of Great Britain, who ruled from 1901 until 1910. Classic Edwardian necklaces, engagement rings, earrings and other jewelry are often overshadowed by the more popular style of the era, Art Nouveau, which is a shame. At its best, Edwardian jewelry was all about the exquisite diamond, platinum and pearl creations made by such famous names as Cartier and Boucheron.

Edward introduced incredibly formal Buckingham Palace court presentations, balls and soirées, resulting in a huge demand for diamond jewels starting with his coronation in 1902. Dozens of tiaras and formal jewels in an updated 18th-century style were purchased from French jewelers Boucheron and Chaumet and from Russia’s Fabergé. The court jewelers Asprey, Garrard, Carrington and the newly opened London branch of Cartier were all overwhelmed with orders for sumptuous diamond jewelry to be worn at the king’s elaborate coronation.

During the Edwardian era, pearls were more valuable than diamonds. The pear-shaped pearl La Peregrina, for example, belonged to some of the most fabulous and strongest women in history and bounced among royal courts in Spain, France and Russia for several centuries. So while today the scale and clarity of a diamond ring matters, back then the size and quantity of your pearls was more important a declaration of wealth. And just as Victorian notions of propriety and femininity began to change after Queen Victoria died in 1901, jewelry design also evolved but there was some overlap with late Victorian styles.

Women of the Edwardian period sported bejeweled headpieces like tiaras and bandeaus with feathered aigrettes. Another popular piece of jewelry that is said to have been directly inspired by Queen Alexandra were colliers de chien, or dog collars, which consisted of either a ribbon decorated with a brooch, a gemstone or several strands of pearls strung closely together.

Two major jewelry houses, Cartier and Boucheron, were founded in the mid-1850s, and by the beginning of the 20th century, the wealthy considered them household names. The Cartier brand became even more desirable once the house became the official jewelry supplier to King Edward VII. Cartier took this title seriously and designed some of the most innovative jewelry of its day, since it was willing to experiment with new materials like platinum and because it was mindful of fashion trends. Filigree settings also became popular. This saw-piercing technique was decorative and at the same time created a sense of lightness.

Perhaps even more important than Cartier’s use of platinum was the founding of De Beers Consolidated Mines Limited in 1888. The discovery of new diamond mines made the stone more affordable and prompted the introduction of new gemstone cuts. It is not uncommon to see Edwardian jewels with baguette or briolette diamonds.

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Questions About Yellow Gold Edwardian Jewelry
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Indian gold is 100% pure 24 karat gold, and is very yellow in color because it is not mixed with other alloys. People from India buy this gold as an investment as well as for jewelry, and there are far fewer buyers of 18 karat and 22 karat gold. Shop a collection of Indian gold jewelry from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.