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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
ARNOLD SCAASI signed gold plated huge pink glass cocktail ring
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed SCAASI • gold plated with glass • vintage designer ring MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 51 ❤️❤️ VINTA...
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1980s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Vintage gold tone large resin blue pendant necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with resin pendant • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 50 ❤️❤️...
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1980s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

LES BERNARD signed gold tone rhinestone massive designer clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed LES BERNARD • gold tone with rhinestone • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 51...
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1980s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

New 7.60 Carat Oval & Diamond Cut Blue Sapphire Sterling Silver Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
This ring is just stunning! It is a size 7.25. The stone is from Sri Lanka. The ring has an oval center stone sapphire that is 7.60 carats. It measures 12 x 10 mm. It is surroun...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

AJD 18 Inch Two Strand Medium Blue Aquamarine Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite two-strand aquamarine necklace, a timeless piece that radiates elegance and serenity. Featuring 8mm round, smooth, and translucent...
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2010s American Artisan Jewelry & Watches

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Aquamarine, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal

Vintage gold tone faux coral designer clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with glass • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 51 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE ...
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1980s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

New 8.2 Carat Oval & Diamond Cut Sapphire 24k Yellow Gold PLSterling Silver Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
This ring is just stunning! It is a size 6.25. The stone is from Sri Lanka. The ring has an oval center stone sapphire that is 8.70 carats. It measures 13.5 x 11.3 mm. It has a ...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

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Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow...

14k Yellow Gold 8.00 Carat Marquise Green Amethyst in Diamond Cut Setting Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
This is a really beautiful vintage ring! It is pre-owned but in excellent vintage condition. The stone is a fancy marquise cut green amethyst and is 8.00 carats. It measures 20.3 ...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

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Amethyst, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold Stamped, 1940s Plain Hinged Bangle
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Gold Bangle 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1940s A classic and elegant bangle crafted in solid 18ct yellow gold, featuring a smooth, unadorned surface that highlights the richne...
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Mid-20th Century European Jewelry & Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural 18k Solid Yellow Gold Opal Cabochon Pendant in 18K Solid Gold Chain
Located in Naples, NY
Lovely Opal necklace and perfect for everyday wear! This lovely charm features a shimmering opal in an oval shape, full of color play. Simple, yet memorable! Pendant size: 9.8mm x ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Petite Natural Crystal Opal Heart Shape Bezel 18k Solid Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Naples, NY
Lovely and petite size (12mm) Opal earrings in 18K Solid Yellow Gold! Amazing flash! Size: 12mm Opal bezel, 1 Inch total length Weight: 2.15 grams/10.75carats Material: 18k Solid Ye...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Crystal, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Ethiopian Crystal Opal Earrings in 14K Solid Yellow Gold
Located in Naples, NY
Luxurious natural Ethiopian Crystal Opal (4-5mm) earrings in 14K Solid Yellow Gold Natural Diamond Accent Leverback Earwires. The earrings give a luxurious feel, and the leverback k...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Crystal, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hermès Greyhound Enamel Bracelet Lévriers Dogs Gold Hdw Size 70
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Bracelet Print: Lévriers (Greyhound dogs) Made in Austria + A (1997) Made of printed enamel and yellow gold plated hardware Colorways: beige, green, yel...
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1990s Austrian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Vintage faberge egg gold enamel glass lapis rhinestone pendant necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with glass and enamel • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 51 ❤️...
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1980s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

AJD 17 Inch Translucent Medium/Dark Blue Aquamarine Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
This exquisite 17-inch aquamarine necklace showcases a graceful arrangement of smooth, round 10mm beads in captivating shades of medium to dark blue. Each bead is highly polished to ...
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2010s American Artisan Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Aquamarine, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal

Large Ornate Antique Georgian 15K Gold Carnelian Intaglio Fox Motif Fob Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional antique Georgian 15K yellow gold carnelian intaglio Turner crest ornate fob pendant featuring a prominent fox motif central design and striking sea shells and roses along...
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19th Century English Georgian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Carnelian, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jade Triple Strand Necklace with Art Deco Style Clasp
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a triple strand jade necklace with an Art Deco style clasp. We created this necklace with 8mm faceted deep green jadeite beads and sterling silver findings. This necklace is ...
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2010s American Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

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Jade, Sterling Silver

Hermès Elephants Grazing Bracelet Enamel Gold Size 65
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Bracelet Print: Elephants Grazing Hard to find ! One of the most thought after Hermès Bracelet. Rare in red ! Made in Austria + F (2002) Made of printed...
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Early 2000s Austrian Jewelry & Watches

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Gold Plate, Enamel

Emma Chapman Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Floral Engagement Ring
Located in Frome, Somerset
This lovely diamond gold engagement ring is one-of-a-kind. Handmade in our workshops, it features a central full cut diamond, flanked with two other full cut diamonds, all of which a...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Artisan Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Kenzo Paris Orange and Red Resin Dangle Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Kenzo Paris designed these stunning dangling clip-on earrings. The rare pieces feature a long, dangle-drop cascading shape with a worked, gilt metal chain, complemented by resin geom...
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Late 20th Century French Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Antique Victorian Amethyst Mercury Cameo Pendant 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Orlando, FL
Metal & Weight: 14k yellow gold; 8.3 grams Dimensions: approx. 1.00" wide × 0.84" high (excluding bail) Gemstone: Carved amethyst cameo of Mercury (Hermes) Era: Mid-Victorian, c. 185...
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Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K White Gold 14.5mm Mabe Pearl & 0.06ct Diamond Pendant Enhancer
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Elevate your collection with this exquisite pendant, handcrafted in solid 14K white gold and showcasing a luminous 14.5 mm Mabe pearl. Revered for its smooth dome a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

GRAZIANO signed vintage huge gold colorful designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed GRAZIANO • gold tone with rhinestones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 51 ❤️...
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1980s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Vintage gold tone sapphire emerald rhinestones designer clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with glass stones • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 49 ...
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1980s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Harry Winston Style Diamond Cut CZ Emerald Costume Jewelry Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Harry Winston Style Diamond Cut CZ Emerald Costume Jewelry Earrings Harry Winston Style Large Diamond Cut Cubic Zirconia Lab Grown Emerald C...
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2010s North American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sterling Silver

CAROLEE signed gold enamel rhinestone panther designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed CAROLEE • gold tone with enamel and rhinestones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear ...
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1980s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

AJD, 18 Inches, Oval Lemon-yellow Magnesite Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Add a radiant touch to your jewelry collection with this stunning 18-inch necklace featuring lemon-yellow Magnesite oval tablets, each measuring a generous 24 x 18 mm. The vibrant ye...
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2010s American Artisan Jewelry & Watches

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Other, Mixed Metal

Michael Kneebone White Sapphire Moissanite Cluster Ring
Located in Austin, TX
White sapphire is complimented by white moissanites in this classic and versatile cluster ring. The sapphire (origin: Thailand) is oval in shape, completely colorless and expertly f...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Ruby Band Ring 5.5
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Ruby Band Ring 5.5 Metal: 18K Gold Size: 5.5 Band Width: 4mm Ruby: 10 round rubies, carat total weight .25 Hallmark: TIFFANY&CO. 750 Condition: Exce...
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2010s American Jewelry & Watches

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Ruby, 18k Gold

TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold .42ct Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold .42ct Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Chain: 16" long Pendant: 0.73"(18.42mm) long x 0.50"(12.74mm)" wide Diamond: 11 round brilliant di...
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2010s American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, 1.50 Total Carat Edwardian Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Drop Earrings 18ct Gold & Platinum Stamped Circa 1910 Introducing a stunning pair of 18ct gold and platinum diamond dangle earrings, beautifully crafted from the ...
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Early 20th Century European Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique 9ct Gold, Victorian Old Cut Diamond Flower Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Necklace 9ct Gold Stamped Circa 1880 This exquisite Victorian diamond flower pendant is a true masterpiece. The pe...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold, Silver

New 15.75 Carat Fancy cut Golden Honey Citrine R Gold PL Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
The stone is from Sri Lanka and is just beautifully cut and exquisite. It is a Golden Yellow Citrine stone and is 15.75 cts. It is a fancy cut oval stone and measures 17 x 14.2 mm a...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Citrine, Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver, Rose Gold

18K White Gold 3.54ct Deep Thai Blue Sapphire & 0.26ct Diamond Fine Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
A striking fusion of Thai heritage and timeless elegance, this handcrafted ring showcases a 3.54-carat deep Thai blue sapphire, renowned for its rich, velvety hue and exceptional cla...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

New 2.85 Carat Violet Sapphire & Diamond Cut Sapphire 925 Sterling Silver Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
This is such a beautiful ring! It has 5 pear cut purple violet sapphire stones measuring approximately 6.5 x 4.5 mm. They total 2.85 carats. It is a size 7.5. The stones are from...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique 18ct White Gold & Platinum, 0.35 Carat Art Deco Sapphire & Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire and Diamond Target Ring 18ct White Gold & Platinum Circa 1920s Introducing an exquisite and authentic Art Deco ring crafted from 18ct white gold and platinum. Thi...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Platinum

New 4.0 Carat Amethyst & Diamond Cut Yellow Sapphire Sterling Earrings
Located in Eagan, MN
These earrings are just so beautiful! The color combination is so fabulous. The stones are from Uruguay. They are beautiful marquise cut stones and are total 4.0 carats. They are v...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

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Amethyst, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage gold tone glass beads rhinestones toggle clasp designer bracelet
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with glass • vintage designer bracelet MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 50 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE...
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1980s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

18K Gold 2.00ct Oval Deep Blue Sapphire & 0.10ct Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Elevate your collection with this exquisite pair of fine stud earrings, handcrafted in 18k solid gold and set with 2 carats of richly saturated oval-cut deep blue sapphires. Each sap...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold

New 8.70 Carat Oval & Diamond Cut Blue Sapphire Sterling Silver Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
This ring is just stunning! It is a size 6.25. The stone is from Sri Lanka. The ring has an oval center stone sapphire that is 8.70 carats. It measures 13.3 x 11.2 mm. It has 3 ...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique 15ct Gold Stamped, Victorian Large Floral Engraved Oval Shaped Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Locket 15ct Yellow Gold Circa 1880 * The chain is sold separately This stunning Victorian locket, crafted from 15ct gold, is a beautiful testament to the craftsmans...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 15k Gold

New 17.6 Carat Aquamarine & Diamond cut Paraiba Blue Tourmaline Necklace 18"
Located in Eagan, MN
What a magnificent pendant! It is just stunning! The stone is from Brazil and is just exquisite. The stone is a large oval cut Icy Blue Aquamarine and is 17.60 carats. It measures ...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

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Tourmaline, Paraiba, Aquamarine, Other, Sterling Silver, Silver

David Yurman Chain Collection Oval Link Cable Necklace 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Orlando, FL
An iconic statement piece from David Yurman, this oval link chain necklace is crafted in solid 18K yellow gold with bold 16mm links. Substantial and luxurious, the necklace measures ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Hebe & Zeus Shell Large Cameo 9ct Brooch, Circa 1900
Located in Brighton, GB
Victorian Hebe & Zeus Cameo Brooch 9ct Gold Circa 1900 The carving shows Hebe, seated and dressed in classical drapery, offering a cup to Zeus, who appears in the form of an eagle...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

10k Yellow Gold 10.21 Carat Prasiolite & Diamond Pendant w 14k Yellow Gold Chain
Located in Eagan, MN
What a gorgeous pendant! I just love the pale green color of Prasiolite stones. These particular stones are just magnificently cut. They are a convex radiant cut beautifully facet...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 18ct Gold, Cabochon Sapphire Diamond Oval Cluster Ring, Circa 1920s
Located in Brighton, GB
Art Deco Cabochon Sapphire & Diamond Halo Cluster Ring 18ct Gold Circa 1920s Striking antique ring featuring a cabochon-cut sapphire in 18ct gold, framed by a halo of small diamo...
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Early 20th Century European Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

18ct Gold, Round Engraved Bloodstone Signet Ring, Hallmarked Birmingham 1915
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Bloodstone Engraved Signet Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1915 A classic signet ring featuring a round bloodstone, finely engraved with a heraldic crest. Th...
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Early 20th Century English Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage gold tone massive link designer bracelet
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone • vintage designer bracelet MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 50 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE DESIGNER ...
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1980s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Vintage gold tone old school telephone post earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 50 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE DESIGNER ...
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1980s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Antique Ring 0.45ct Diamond 0.45ctw Blue Sapphire 18K Gold Platinum ØUS5 /2.1 gr
Located in SE
Three stones Diamond and Blue Sapphires Ring hand - made ca. 1910s - 1920s.This design with secure bezel clusters is perfect for everyday/ permanent wear. Likely British, ca. first...
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1910s English Art Nouveau Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

CORO pegasus signed vintage gold tone faux coral link bracelet
By Coro
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed CORO pegasus • gold tone with faux coral cabochons • vintage designer bracelet MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of w...
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1980s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Antique Art Deco 18ct Gold Ruby & Diamond Ring, Circa 1920
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Ruby & Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1920s A striking Art Deco ring set with six French-cut rubies and seven single-cut diamonds, mounted in platinum. The stones a...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique 9ct Gold, Edwardian Ruby & Pearl Circular Cluster Earrings, Circa 1910
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Circular Ruby & Pearl Cluster Earrings 9ct Gold Circa 1910 A vintage pair featuring a central ruby surrounded by small white pearls in a circular cluster design. The gold...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 9k Gold

Michael Kneebone Hardstone Cameo Lapis Lazuli Gold Gilt Bronze Pearl Ring Box
Located in Austin, TX
A hardstone cameo is featured in this distinctive ring box. The cameo is carved from blue and white banded chalcedony in the form of a graceful young woman.. it is framed in gold a...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Chalcedony, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Gold, Bronze

Antique 9ct Gold Edwardian Ruby & Pearl Crescent Moon Brooch, Circa 1910
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Ruby & Pearl Brooch 9ct Gold Stamped Circa 1910 This antique brooch is crafted in 9ct yellow gold and features a crescent-shaped design. It’s set with alternating se...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 9k Gold

Triple Strand Pearl Necklace with Jeweled Box Clasp
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a triple strand pearl necklace with a vintage jeweled box clasp. We created it with 9 mm silver gray fresh cultured pearls and some moonst...
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2010s American Artisan Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Moonstone, Pearl, Sterling Silver

Antique 9ct Rose Gold, Edwardian Long Open Curb Link Bracelet with Swivel Clasp
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Curb Bracelet 9ct Rose Gold Hallmarked Circa 1910 Step back in time with this exquisite Edwardian era bracelet, crafted from luxurious 9ct rose gold. This stunning piece f...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold

Art Deco 14k Yellow Gold .25 Carat Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring Size 6
Located in Eagan, MN
What a beautiful and unique ring!! It is pre-owned but as you can tell from the photos it has very minimal signs of wear and is in excellent condition. There is a 4 mm brilliant cu...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Back & Front, Victorian Floral Engraved Locket, Circa 1890
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Locket 9ct Rose Gold Back & Front Circa 1890 *The chain is sold separately One side is engraved with a bird surrounded by flowers—precise and decorative. The other ...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold

18K White Gold 2.97ct Deep Greenish Blue Sapphire & 0.24ct Diamond Halo Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
A bold yet elegant statement piece, this handcrafted ring features a rare deep greenish-blue oval Thai sapphire weighing 2.97 carats, set in luminous 18k white gold. The center stone...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Rings, Luxury Watches and Other Antique and Vintage Fine Jewelry and Estate Jewelry on 1stDibs

Our love for diamond rings, luxury watches and other antique and vintage fine jewelry and estate jewelry goes back thousands of years.

Jewelry has long been a symbol of spiritual strength, wealth or power and, of course, a means of personal expression. While materials and processes employed by the world’s most popular jewelry housesTiffany & Co., Cartier, BVLGARI and others — have evolved over time, humans still gravitate toward many of the same accessories that our ancestors wore.

Ancient Egyptians were often hard at work designing jewelry and adorning themselves with an array of necklaces, rings and other items, and nearly every Egyptian, rich or poor, was buried with some kind of jewelry. When King Tut’s burial chamber was excavated, it revealed a sense of style that inspired Art Deco jewelry designs.

Brooches and pins remain essentials in our jewelry boxes, although we no longer require them to fasten our garments, as was once their primary use. Rings, which have always been signifiers of eternity, still serve as romantic gifts and tokens of affection.

Engagement rings are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment — and as it can be difficult to choose the right one, explore our buying guides for a close look at antique engagement ringsArt Deco engagement rings and vintage engagement rings. [Fun fact: It wasn’t until the 14th century that we learned how to effectively cut diamonds, a critical step in revealing the stone’s brilliance.]

Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C. We’ve even created our own new, sacred symbols — the Cartier Love bracelet, for example, with its distinctive locking mechanism, is an understated and modernist symbol of love’s promise (with its own captivating history to boot). And, crafted by French jeweler Jacques Arpels of Van Cleef & Arpels, the Magic Alhambra necklace channels luck for the wearer with its universally adored design, which is informed by four-leaf clovers, a plant synonymous with good fortune.

Whether it’s our sentimental charm jewelry, costume jewelry, chunky retro bracelets or minimalist earrings created by contemporary designers, luxurious jewels can elevate any outfit, regardless of your personal style.

Find a wide-ranging collection of authentic antique, new and vintage jewelry today on 1stDibs.

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