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Green Tourmaline Ring by Tiffany & Co., 8.73 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
A stunning round green tourmaline weighing 8.73 carats is at the center of this classic ring by Tiffany & Co. Displaying a crisp, green hue, the gemstone is complemented by round bri...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Jewelry & Watches
Materials
White Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
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Barbara Heinrich One of a Kind Opal Doublet Emerald Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in Dallas, TX
One of a Kind Leaf Top Drop Earrings hand-fabricated in signature-finished 18k yellow gold by award-winning jewelry maker Barbara Heinrich, featuring an extraordinary matched pair of...
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2010s Artist Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Diamond Double Wrap Serpenti Necklace
By Bvlgari
Located in New York, NY
BULGARI Diamond Double Wrap Serpenti Necklace
An 18k white gold serpent-shaped necklace, set with diamonds and pear shaped diamond in a highly flexible construction that double wrap ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Diamond, Emerald Twin Ring
Located in New York, NY
TIFFANY & Co. Diamond, Emerald Twin Ring
Platinum Twin ring, set with emerald-cut diamond and Colombian emerald, signed Tiffany & Co.
Colombian emerald weight approx. 9.87 cts. with...
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1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Victorian Reverse Carved Dog Locket Pendant
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
An oh-so-charming Victorian treasure, depicting a white long-coated canine sitting at attention. Immortalized in reverse carved crystal, his lifelike portrait appears three-dimension...
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1880s Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Crystal, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Cartier Vivid Yellow, White Diamond Panther Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
CARTIER Vivid Yellow, White Diamond Panther Watch
A magnificent 18k yellow gold Panthere watch, set with vivid yellow and white diamonds, emerald eyes and onyx, signed Cartier with F...
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1980s Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 1.50 CTW Diamond 18 Karat Gold Vintage Drop Ear-Clip Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Ear-clips are designed as two scalloped shell forms connected via gold disc
Drops articulate and feature pavè set round brilliant cut diamonds
Weighing in total approximately 1.50 ...
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1970s Contemporary Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18K Gold Repousse Leopard with Green Emerald Eye Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb 'Repoussé Leopard' cuff bangle crafted in 18 karat yellow gold with enchanting emerald eyes. . Repoussé leopard cuff bracelet set with two pear-shaped emerald eyes, the em...
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20th Century Modern Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Emerald, 18k Gold
French Cartier Paris Emerald Ruby 18 Karat Gold Enamel Vintage Double Dog Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Brooch is designed as two dogs with highly rendered texturous fur
And spotted with glossy black enamel - exhibiting some loss
Eyes are pear and marquise cut rubies and emeralds - v...
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1970s Contemporary Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, Enamel, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Mario Buccellati 18K Gold Rare Butterfly Pin Brooch
By Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
This Vintage Mario Buccellati Butterfly Pin Brooch with the distinctive Rigato Finish weighing approximately 19.8 grams.
Handcrafted in solid heavy 18K yellow and white gold,
Thi...
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1960s Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Fireworks 4.50cts Diamond Pearl Platinum Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Celebrate with these Tiffany Diamond earrings from "Fireworks" Collection. Set with 8.50 mm back and 8.50 white genuine pearls in platinum.
Covered with approx. 154 high quality rou...
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1990s Retro Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Yellow Sapphire Butterfly Between The Finger Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Yellow Sapphire Two Butterfly Between The Finger Ring. Featuring 2 marquise cut and 34 Round Brilliant Cut diamonds 0.99 carats total, D-E color, VVS clar...
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Early 2000s Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Diamond, Sapphire Two Panther Head Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
CARTIER Diamond, Sapphire Two Panther Head Bracelet
A platinum two head panther head bangle, set with brilliant-cut diamonds, sapphire, emerald and onyx.
Inner-circumference approx. ...
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1960s Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Citrine and Peridot Earrings
Located in Southampton, PA
These Van Cleef & Arpels earrings command attention for all the right reasons. A striking 18K Yellow Gold setting provides the perfect foundation for an array of opulent colored gems...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Citrine, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Gold Handmade Sunburst Pendant with 64 Brilliant Cut Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Handmade 18kt gold Sunburst pendant with 64 brilliant cut diamonds, hanging on 25” trace chain with two extra one inch shorteners.
Symbolism:
The sunburst is a common design that fe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Zodiac Scorpion Ring in 22k Gold by Tagili
Located in New York, NY
The ultimate zodiac ring is featured in 22k gold with 12 tabs representing the months of the year and braided rope accents. The beauty of this ring is it is unisex! This is a custom ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Jewelry & Watches
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2.65 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Stacking Bangle Bracelet in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
26 round brilliant cut diamonds are beautifully crafted in 18k yellow gold. Each diamond weights about 10 points/0.10 carat. Can stack with any other bracelet bangle of your choice t...
Category
2010s Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
0.50 Carat Yellow Gold Diamond Hoop Earring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This hoop earrings feature 0.50 carat of round brilliance diamond set in 18 karat yellow gold. Great for everyday use. Rose gold and white gold is also available, please see storefro...
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2010s Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold 1.00 Ct Diamond and Sapphire Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
This stylish Van Cleef & Arpels ring is a singular style that is designed to look like dazzling, gemstone-encrusted dual bands. The double bands are both elevated by the presence of ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Original Mario Buccellati Parure, Signed
Located in Southbury, CT
This is an original 18K gold and yellow diamond Mario Buccellati Parure from the Mid-Century. Jewels created by the actual founder of the iconic jewelry house are the rarest and most...
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1950s Renaissance Revival Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Colombian Emerald and Diamond Earrings, circa 1990
Located in London, GB
Colombian emerald and diamond earrings. A matching pair, set to centre with an octagonal emerald-cut natural Colombian emerald with no colour enhancement and minor clarity enhancemen...
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1990s Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
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18 Karat Rose Gold 5 Karat Tourmaline 0.28 Karat White Diamond Design Ring
Located in Rome, IT
18 Karat Rose Gold 5 Karat Tourmaline 0.28 Karat White Diamond Design Ring
A deep green 5 karat tourmaline stone embedded in a beautiful 18 karats rose gold design ring adorned with ...
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2010s Art Deco Jewelry & Watches
Materials
White Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Woven Rope Bracelet Set in 18k Rose Gold
Located in London, GB
A beautiful vintage woven rope bracelet set in 18k rose gold.
The bracelet is composed of four individual rope strands, woven together to create this elegant rope work design. Set i...
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1970s Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Rose Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
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2.00ctw Natural Australian Opal and .86ctw Diamond Halo Studs, 18k White Gold
Located in Houston, TX
These beautiful stud earrings feature 2.00ctw of natural oval opals surrounded by a halo of .86ctw diamonds. These are set in 18 karat white gold and have a friction post back. Each ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold 1.6 Carat GIA Diamond Sculpture Ring
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat White Gold 1.6 Carat GIA Diamond Sculpture Ring . Tiffany Designer , Thomas Kurilla has simplified the cocktail ring as a sculpture for the finger in Platinum . Looks great ...
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2010s Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Impressive Baguette Cut Diamond Link Tennis Bracelet Platinum 30.48 Carats Total
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This is an absolutely exquisite diamond tennis bracelet that will stand the test of time. The luxurious platinum setting paired with the near flawless straight baguette cut diamonds ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Emerald and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful pair of certified Vivid Green Emerald and Diamond Drop Earrings
7.45 carats of fine pear shaped Vivid Green Emeralds
2.40 carats of white round brilliant cut diamonds...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald
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Verdura Fan Diamond Large Yellow Gold Earrings
By Verdura
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Large Fan Earrings by Verdura.
With 222 round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weight approx. 1.50ct
****** These earrings are made for pi...
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Early 2000s Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
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4th Century BC Authentic Alexander The Great Coin 18K Gold Pendant
Located in Soquel, CA
After Alexander the Greek conquered the ancient world, he initiated a standard coinage consisting of a larger tetradrachm (4 drachm) coin and a smaller drachm coin, both with the sam...
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21st Century and Contemporary Classical Greek Jewelry & Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Walking Panther Panthere Band Yellow Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Walking Panther Ring by Cartier. Part of Cartier's Panthere Collection.
Details:
Ring Size: European 50, US 5.25
Width: 12mm
Weight: 12 grams
Stamped Hallmarks: Car...
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1990s Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Archaeological Revival Bangle, Circa 1860
Located in Firenze, IT
The frontispiece with cameo on the shell depicting Zeus 6,2 x 4,5 cm, within a scrollwork surround of ropetwist and bead detailing, between shoulders of similar detail, mounted in go...
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1890s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Darius Jewels One of a Kind Double Ruby Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Darius Jewels One of a Kind Double Ruby Ring is crafted entirely by hand. This ring features bezel set Antique Burmese Rubies.
18K Yellow Gold
1.25cts Unheated Antique Burmese Rubies
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Michael Kanners Wolf Cufflinks
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
The eyes, the nose, the subtle shading in the fossilized wood- you can choose which of these fine details is the most impressive, but when combined, they are what make the cufflinks ...
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2010s Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Rock Crystal, Onyx, 18k Gold
AnaKatarina 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Huggie Hoops
By AnaKatarina
Located in Dedham, MA
Spikes of gold and inverted diamonds bring to mind the 1970’s punk rock aesthetic of leather and attitude. Ana-Katarina has taken this vibe and reinvented it for the modern woman who...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Charles Turi Vintage 7.50 Carats Pave Diamond 18 Karat Two-Tone Linked Bracelet
By Charles Turi
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Statement bracelet is comprised of gleaming gold knot motif links
While centering a white gold station pavè set throughout by round brilliant cut diamonds
Weighing in total approxi...
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1990s Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Petra Class One of a Kind Aquamarine Crystal High Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By Petra Class
Located in Dallas, TX
One of a Kind Cocktail Ring hand-fabricated by renowned jewelry maker Petra Class in signature-finished 22k yellow gold featuring a spectacular iridescent rough aquamarine crystal be...
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2010s Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Crystal, Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Mixed Metal
Made in Italy Rare Turquoise Drop Set Necklace, Diamonds, 18kt White Gold
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Elegant and beautiful necklace in 18 karat white gold structure mounted with turquoise surrounded by white diamonds.
The particularity of this necklace are the drop shape pendants re...
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1980s Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
White Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
5.89 Carat Pink Tourmaline Turquoise Malachite Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This ring features 5.89 carats of pink tourmaline in center. Turquoise and malachite are handcrafted and set in 18 karat yellow gold mounting. Assented with 0.60 carat of round diamo...
Category
2010s Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Malachite, Tourmaline, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
17.00 Carat Estate Turquoise Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Jewelry Type : Earrings
Jewelry Style : Dangle
Metal Type : 18KY
Metal Weight : 33.27 g
Earring Backing : Friction Back
Brand : Estate
Side Stone 1 : Stone Type : Diamond
Side Stone ...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Turquoise
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Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Aquamarine diamond and platinum cocktail ring circa 1950.
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Mid-20th Century Modern Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
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Victorian Old Mine Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Old Mine Diamond Necklace
A victorian platinum necklace, set with diamonds weighing approx. 20 carats total weight.
circa 1890
Condition: Good - Previously owned and gently...
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1890s Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
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Sterling & Gold Tiffany & Co. Stitch Cuff
Located in New York, NY
Striking sterling silver cuff bracelet with 18K yellow gold stitch pattern around both borders. Made and signed by TIFFANY & CO. 1 1/2" in width. A bold strong look. No longer ma...
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Early 2000s Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
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GIA Certified 5.50 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Triple Excellent Cut
Located in Rome, IT
An amazing engagement solitaire ring with an exceptionally bright and huge 5.50 carat round brillant cut diamond with excellent polish, excellent symmetry and excellent cut!
none flu...
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2010s Modern Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Burma "Pigeon's Blood" Ruby Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Estate Bracelet GIA Cert
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Burma ruby diamond bracelet fashioned in 14 karat white gold. The bracelet features 16 beautifully matching oval Burma rubies weighing 10.24 carat total weight, and the vivid red col...
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
AnaKatarina Jelly Black Opal, Diamond, and 18K Gold Earrings
By AnaKatarina
Located in Dedham, MA
ONE-OF-A-KIND
The 'Take 5' earrings are one-of-a-kind and are inspired by the rare and exquisite pair of Lightning Ridge Jelly Black Opals used in their creation. The elongated pur...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Bulgari Diamond, Emerald Serpenti Necklace
By Bvlgari
Located in New York, NY
BULGARI Diamond, Emerald Serpenti Necklace.
An 18k white gold serpent-shaped necklace, set with diamonds and pear shaped emerald in a highly flexible construction that drapes around ...
Category
2010s Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Fleurette 2.50 Carat Diamond Flower Bypass 18 Karat Gold Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
This fascinating ring by Van Cleef & Arpels is an item of prestigious quality and refined aesthetic style. The fabulous shimmer of 18K yellow gold in its design is perfectly compleme...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay 18 Karat Yellow Gold Hammered J Hoop Ear-Clip Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Philadelphia, PA
J hoop earrings are deeply ridged with a brightly polished and faceted finish
Completed by hinged omega back earrings
Stamped 18K and 750 for 18 karat gold
Numbered, signed Dunay,...
Category
1980s Contemporary Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elizabeth Locke Tourmaline Yellow Sapphire 18 Karat Gold Gemstone Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an emerald cut tourmaline weighing approximately 8.25 carats
Remarkable transparent with strong peachy pink color
Flanked by oval cut yellow sapphires, very well matched,...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Tourmaline, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Stainless Steel Aquanaut
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: automatic, Caliber 324
Function: hours, minuets, seconds, date
Case: 40.8mm stainless steel round case, sapphire crystal
Dial: black embossed dial
Band: Patek Philippe “Tro...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
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Vintage GIA French Sapphire Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage GIA French Sapphire Diamond Cluster Ring. The main gem is a GIA certified cushion cut sapphire Ceylon origin with no indications of heat or other treatments. Weight approxima...
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1930s Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
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Anakatarina 'Phillia' Love Token, Hand Carved Agate and 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By AnaKatarina
Located in Dedham, MA
PHILLIA (FRIENDSHIP) LOVE TOKEN
Whether friends, lovers, or family, the 'Philia' charm necklace reminds us of the warming energy of affection two people create. The blue agate cameo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 11.70 Carats No Heat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Statement Ring AGL
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval cut sapphire weighing approximately 10.70 carats
Medium dark royal blue with no indications of heat - Thai in origin
Basket set and flanked by two pear cut diamon...
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1960s Contemporary Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Diamond Ruby Blue Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dangle Vintage Estate Earrings
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Beautiful vintage dangle earrings fashioned in enamel and 18 karat yellow gold. The earrings feature diamond and ruby accents. The earrings measure 2.00 inches in length and .75 inch...
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
18 Karat Yellow Gold Mesopotamian Pendant Necklace with Paraiba Tourmaline
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat yellow gold Mesopotamian pendant necklace is encrusted with 3.1 carats neon copper bearing Paraiba tourmaline (10.8x8.2 mm). The gem is already pretty big, therefore it...
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2010s Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Tourmaline, Paraiba, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring, French, Circa 1915
Located in London, GB
Colombian emerald and diamond ring. Set to centre with an octagonal emerald-cut natural Colombian emerald with no colour enhancement and minor clarity enhancement in an open back cla...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco 5.80 Carats Emerald Cut Platinum Drop Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Drop earrings are designed as streamlined and articulated links
That feature bezel set emerald cut diamonds accented by tiered baguette cut diamonds
Emerald cuts weigh in total app...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Exceptional Internally Flawless GIA 10 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Rome, IT
EXCEPTIONAL INTERNALLY FLAWLESS GIA 10 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Excellent Polish
Excellent Symmetry
None Fluorescence
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2010s Modern Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Diamond Rings, Luxury Watches and Other Antique and Vintage Fine Jewelry and Estate Jewelry
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 houses — Tiffany & 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. Antique, new and vintage engagement rings, even if it can be difficult to choose the right one, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. [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, 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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