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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Style: Victorian
Style: Late Victorian
Style: Early Victorian
Style: High Victorian
Stickpin Pearl and Stone
Located in Orimattila, FI
According to the picture. I don't know what material. It's old.
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Early Victorian Jewelry & Watches

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Pearl

Victorian 1.12 CTW Old European Diamond 14 Karat Gold Antique Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old European cut diamond weighing 1.12 carats - N color with VS1 clarity Set with stylized talon prongs in pierced belcher style mounting Flanked by flared scalloped sh...
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1890s Late Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 12K Yellow Gold Wide Engraved Enamel Wedding Bangle Set
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 12K Yellow Gold Wide Engraved Enamel Wedding Bangle Bracelet Set. This beautiful set of Victorian bangles are crafted in 12k yellow gold. The bangle brace...
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1890s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

H. Stern 1950s Gold and Green Tourmaline Rivière Style Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A mid-century 1950s gold and tourmaline rivière style necklace comprised of oval-cut green tourmalines with ribbed link spacers, completed by a tongue and box closure with a safety m...
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1950s American Late Victorian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian 1880 Blue Enameled Celestial Ring In 15Kt Gold With Rubies And Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
Victorian enameled celestial ring. Beautiful celestial ring, created in England during the Victorian Era (1837-1901), back in the 1880. This gorgeous colorful ring has been carefull...
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1880s English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

18 Karat Solid White Gold 13.20 Ct Rare Emerald and Diamond Leaf Brooch
Located in Houston, TX
Unisex Emerald Diamond Leaf Brooch Made in 18k Gold which is a fusion of surrealism and pop-art, designed to make a bold statement. Crafted with love and attention to detail, this fe...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian Puffy Seed Pearl Brooch-Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Puffy Victorian Seed Pearl Brooch-Pendant from the late 1900's. Set in sterling with pave seed pearls. Some are set with natural pearls but...
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Early 1900s American Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 3.6 grams. Totally is diamond about 0.20 carat. The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs clarity. Totally is sapphire about 0.35 carat. Ring s...
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Antique Scottish Agate Necklace
Located in Firenze, IT
Antique Necklace 18kt Gold and Agate. Made in Scotland circa 1820-60's. Measurements: Length 17.12 inches; Size of largest central stone is 1.92 inch (48mm) long x 1.6 inch (40mm) ...
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1850s British Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold

Estate Sterling Silver Tanzanite Necklace
Located in Webster, SD
This stunning estate necklace is sterling silver. It features tanzanites in a combination of 54 oval cut 4x6mm, 7 marquise cut 3x5mm, 29 round cut 2.5mm, and a single oval cabochon c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Victorian Jewelry & Watches

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Tanzanite, Sterling Silver

Antique Gold Eagle Stickpin
Located in Baltimore, MD
Victorian flying eagle stickpin in 18K yellow gold and set with a diamond. It will highlight a lapel with its dramatic bravura. The eagle is 3/4" w...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Stickpin
Located in Orimattila, FI
According to the picture. I don't know what material. It's old.
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Early Victorian Jewelry & Watches

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Stickpin
Located in Orimattila, FI
According to the picture. I don't know what material. It's old.
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Early Victorian Jewelry & Watches

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Portuguese Iberian 1850 Filigree Brooch In 21Kt Yellow Gold With Seed Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Magnificent Portuguese Iberian Brooch. Beautiful and very unusual antique Iberian brooch, created in Portugal during the Victorian era, back in the 1850 or most probably earlier. I...
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1850s Portuguese High Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

15K Early Victorian Diamond and Blue Enamel Star Ring
Located in Venice, CA
This 15k gold early Victorian ring features a diamond encrusted star surrounded by navy blue enamel. Seven diamonds are bead set into a beautifully carved out star that is the focal ...
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1850s Unknown Early Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

18K Gold Early Victorian Diamond Trilogy Ring with Blue Enamel Details
Located in Venice, CA
This 18k gold early Victorian ring features three Old Mind Cut diamonds encased in blue enamel square details. The diamonds are housed in a square, carved out setting in the 18k gold...
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1850s Unknown Early Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Angel Skin Coral Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
Clothes, and especially jewelry, affect our mood. By wearing an antique coral necklace and white pants, you agree in advance that today is not the time to worry about anything. Thi...
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19th Century European Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Coral, 10k Gold

Pink Round Diamond Bezel Set Flower Unique Vintage Engagement Ring "Lily Emma"
Located in Hertsliya, IL
Beautiful Bezel setting center stone pink lab diamond engagement ring. Lily flower means - Pure. The flower lily is a symbol of innocence, purity, and beauty. The list is for the Eng...
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2010s Israeli Victorian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, 14k Gold

Natural Pearl Vintage Victorian Style Floral Cluster Earrings in Solid 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Immerse yourself in to the opulence of Vintage Victorian Style with these exquisite earrings, showcasing precious gemstones in intricate floral and nature-inspired motifs. A mesmeriz...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Victorian Jewelry & Watches

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Natural Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Pansy Blue Enamel Diamonds Flower Pendant, 1890
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Victorian Pansy Flower Blue Enamel with old-cut Diamonds Choker Pendant. Tender and elegant flower with old-cut Diamonds all around and in the centre. Superb level of jeweller crafts...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Enamel

Stickpin Cross
Located in Orimattila, FI
According to the picture. I don't know what material. It's old.
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Early Victorian Jewelry & Watches

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A Victorian Turquoise And Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
A Victorian turquoise and diamond cluster ring, the oval turquoise cabochon is set within a surround of old cushion-shaped diamonds and shoulders in yellow gold, size 7
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1890s British Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Stickpin
Located in Orimattila, FI
According to the picture. I don't know what material. It's old.
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Early Victorian Jewelry & Watches

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Victorian Queen Victoria 22K Gold British Sovereigns Coin Bracelet
Located in Venice, CA
This 22k gold coin bracelet features six British sovereigns in 10k gold surrounds connected with double loops and a spring ring clasp. The coins range in date from 1877 through 1900,...
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1880s British Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Albert Chain Necklace in 9k Rose Gold
Located in London, GB
An extremely stylish vintage Albert chain necklace set in 9k rose gold. The Albert chain is an iconic statement piece of jewellery, popularised by Prince Albert in the mid 1800’s. T...
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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9k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian Turquoise Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Victorian Turquoise yellow gold hand chased bangle bracelet, circa 1890. This Victorian Turquoise Yellow Gold Hand Chased Bangle Bracelet is a stunning piece of jewelry that is sure ...
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1890s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Horseshoe Onyx Horse Cameo 18K Rose Gold Pendant Locket
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) rose gold pendant locket with rotating horseshoe design set to one side with an onyx plaque, to the other with an onyx cameo of a horse's head. Opening to reveal a ...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Enamel, Diamond and Pearl Suite, Rowlands & Frazer, London, c. 1860
Located in Aspen, CO
Important Antique Earrings and Pendant Suite. Lyre-shaped pendant and earring set in the original fitted box signed Rowlands & Frazer, London, c. 1860. Considered one of the most i...
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1860s English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Enamel

Victorian 1890 Convertible Pendant & Brooch Solid 14Kt Gold With Pearls & Rubies
Located in Miami, FL
A Pendant-Brooch from the Victorian Era (1840-1901). Very nice convertible antique pendant-brooch, created in England during the Victorian Era (1840-1901), back in the 1890. This c...
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1890s English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Victorian Yellow Gold Long Chain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French Victorian yellow gold long chain, circa 1890s This all hand made chain was used as a lorgnette chain necklace back then. Today it can be worn many ways long or short. Pic...
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1890s French Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1880 Locket Pendant Horn Mother of Pearl Metal Inlay
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This good size locket has been handcrafted around 1880 out of horn. The front shows fine lines typical for horn. Surrounded by fine lines the locket has been decorated with a flower ...
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1880s French Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Mixed Metal

Antique 1880 Victorian Horseshoe Good Luck Bangle Turquoise Pearl Silver
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This charming bangle was intended as a token of good luck and success. The centre of the hinged bangle is decorated with a horseshoe around a flower. It has been crafted around 188...
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1880s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Silver

Antique 14K Gold Cube Watch Fob with Watch Chain & Dog Clasp
Located in Danvers, MA
Offered is a lovely late Victorian 14K gold pocket watch fob, with its original short watch chain and dog clip. It would be beautiful added to a period pocket watch but will also ma...
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Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Portuguese Iberian 1850 Dangle Drop Filigree Earrings 21Kt Gold With Seed Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Magnificent Portuguese dangle drop earrings. Beautiful and very unusual pair of antique Iberian dangle drop earrings, created in Portugal, during the Victorian era, back in the 185...
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1850s Portuguese High Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 1890 Masonic Seal Fob Pendant In 14Kt Gold With Plain Bloodstone
Located in Miami, FL
Masonic 27th degree fob-seal from the Victorian Era. Beautiful historical piece of the Masonic Scottish rite, created in England during the Victorian era, back in the 1890. This is ...
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1890s English Late Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Agate, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1870s Carved Coral Gold Link Bracelet, Torre del Greco, Italy
Located in St. Catharines, ON
Designed as a graduated line of eleven oval coral cameos carved in high relief, each link framed in gold and connected by pairs of small yellow gold chains. From the master engravers of Torre del Greco...
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1870s Italian Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Coral, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Diamond Ruby Emerald 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Butterfly Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized butterfly with dimensional wings, curling antennae, and spindly legs Featuring a bead and bezel set rose cut diamond body and wings Weighing approximately 3.0...
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1880s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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

Victorian Old Mine Fancy Brown Diamond 14 Karat Gold Antique Halo Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old mine cut diamond weighing approximately 0.85 carat Fancy brown in color with VS2 clarity - bead set east to west Featuring a halo surround of old European cut diamo...
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1860s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Unisex Brown Circon
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This warm glowing gold braun zircon is set in an elegant open claw setting made out of 14 karat rose gold.
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1880s English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Zircon, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Long Silver 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire Dangle Earrings
Located in Plainsboro, NJ
Handmade Victorian style Vintage Silver dangle drop earrings for pieced ears . Most likely earrings are made in India in late 20th to early 21st century with plenty of small rose cut...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Victorian Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Silver

Alvaro Correnti Victorian Revival 18k Gold Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, Snake Necklace
Located in Fairfield, CT
This intricate pearl necklace, a fine example of Alvaro Correnti's craftsmanship, encapsulates the elegance and refined taste of Victorian Revival jewelry. Created in Italy around th...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Victorian Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Platinum 18K Blue Sapphire No Heat Ceylon Diamond Ring VS Antique 8.32 CTS
Located in Sylvania, GA
Old South Jewels proudly presents...VINTAGE LUXURY... GIA CERTIFIED PLATINUM & 18K 8.32 CARAT UNHEATED SAPPHIRE DIAMOND ANTIQUE RING AND BOX. 6.23 CARAT TRANSPARENT BLUE GIA CERTIF...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Late Victorian Diamond and Synthetic Ruby 14k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Late Victorian Diamond and Synthetic Ruby 14k Yellow Gold Ring. Featuring one rose cut diamond weighing approximately 0.50 carat, graded S-T color, I1 clarity, and one rose cut s...
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1890s Late Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Scottish Circa 1870's Agate and 15 Karat Gold Bracelet
Located in Berkeley, CA
This is a beautiful Victorian Scottish agate bracelet linked together with 15 karat yellow gold floral links. Each agate piece is totally unique and boasts various earthly hues from ...
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1870s English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Agate, Gold, 15k Gold

Victorian Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Five Stone Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring three emerald cut emeralds weighing approximately 1.44 carats total Transparent medium green and alternating with old European cut diamonds Weighing approximately 0.74 car...
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1830s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rose Cut Diamond Necklace And Earrings, 61.28 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exquisite matching set of a diamond necklace and earrings showcases an impressive 42.11 carats of rose cut diamonds, complemented by 19.17 carats of round brilliant-cut diamonds...
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21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique 9 Carat Gold Albert Trombone and Twist Design Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Antique 9ct Gold Albert Trombone and Twist Design Necklace Gorgeous gold twist links!! Shorter in length The item comes without the box in the photo but will be presented in a Howard’s Antique...
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19th Century European Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Gold

Antique 5.05 Carat Aquamarine 0.30 Carat Diamond and 12k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian 5.05 carat aquamarine and 0.30 carat diamond, 12 karat yellow gold and silver set pendant; part of our diverse antique jewellery collections This stunning, fine and impressive aquamarine pendant has been crafted in 12k yellow gold with a silver setting. The central pierced decorated, quatrefoil-shaped frame displays a stunning feature collet set oval faceted cut aquamarine, encompassed with four pavé set eight cut diamonds, in addition to four individually collet set diamonds to the incurves. The impressive pear faceted cut aquamarine suspended from the terminal of the design is surmounted with a splayed scrolling frame incorporating three collet set eight-cut diamonds. The apex of the pendant is embellished with a stunning claw set round faceted cut aquamarine, accented with a floriated scrolling frame ornamented with eighteen pavé set diamonds. The lower portion of the floriated designs anchors two decorative chain supports for the lower articulated frames. The antique pendant suspends from a 10k yellow gold chain, securing to the reverse with a conventional spring-loaded bolt ring fastening; this chain can be fastened to allow the wearing length to be 16", 17" or 18". This diamond and aquamarine pendant has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 12 karat gold and silver, with a 10k gold chain. This impressive Victorian aquamarine pendant...
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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Ottoman Circa 1900s Circa 8k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 9.1 grams. Totally is diamond 2 ct. Acid tested to be 8k real gold. Box is not included. Please contact for any questions.
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Early 1900s Turkish Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Gold

Antique Victorian 6.60 Carat Diamond Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in silver on top of yellow gold with an Old Mine cut center Diamond weighing approximately 1.60 carats. The brooch features smaller Old Mine cut Diamonds weighing appr...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond

Antique Archaeological Revival 15kt gold Enamel Pin Brooch
Located in Plainsboro, NJ
Antique Archaeological Victorian Etruscan revival pin /brooch with beautiful details . Pin front features exceptional quality of the granulation and filigree wirework with enamel w...
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1870s Italian Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Gold, Enamel

Victorian 1.42 Cttw. Ruby and Diamond Double Sided Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Experience the thrill of winter sports transformed into a wearable art form with these Victorian 1.42 Cttw. Ruby and Diamond Double Sided Stud Earrings. Crafted to resemble a skier i...
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2010s Victorian Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Victorian Ruby Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Victorian Ruby Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring. Featuring one oval and two marquise cut rubies with a total weight of approximately 1.20 carats. Accented by six rose cut diamonds wi...
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1880s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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

Victorian 18k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Decorated Star Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 4.3 grams. Totally is diamond 0.60 ct. The diamond is has H-I-J-K-L color and s1-s2-s3-Pique1-Pique2 clarity. Total lenght is chain 45 cm. Ple...
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Old Mine Diamond Gold Platinum Crescent Moon Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Antique Victorian 18k gold and platinum crescent moon brooch, featuring old mine cut diamonds - total of approx. 3.50cts, SI-I/H-I. The brooch is 2 7/8" long. Width of the crescent i...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Gold, Platinum

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Topaz Pearl Turquoise Black Enamel Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is an amazing Victorian pin brooch crafted in 18K yellow gold. Circa 1870. The central stone is topaz (tested by the Assay Office). The piece is adorned with black enamel. The...
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Pearl, Topaz, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian 10k Gold 0.75ct GIA Old Mine Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This gorgeous antique diamond engagement ring was crafted from 10k gold during the Victorian era and features a fine quality old mine cut diamond solitaire neatly prong set at its ce...
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1890s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, 10k Gold

Cameo Brooch 9k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
9k yellow gold cameo brooch – size 5.3 cm x 4.0 cm Detailed description the size of the brooch is 5.3 cm by 4.0 cm wide weight 15.2 grams set with - 1 x 4.8 cm x 3.7 cm oval cut...
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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9k 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 the likes of contemporary designers WHITE/SPACE and Agmes, 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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