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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Van Cleef & Arpels French 18K Yellow Gold Enamel Polka Dot Dome Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels Metal: 18K Yellow Gold and Enamel Era: Vintage Circa: 1990's's Hallmarks: Signed, Numbered, French Eagle Head, Makers, and Purity Marks Size: 4 Gram weight...
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1990s Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique 8.60 Ct Old Cut Diamond Heart Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1870 The necklace is designed as a heart locket pendant surmounted by a ribbon bow. Both are finely crafted in silver topped 14K gold (front – silver / back – gold). The 14K w...
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1870s Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Silver

Retro 14k "Gypsy" Roma Bangle Cuff Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
The history of the American Gypsy and Gypsy jewelry crafted by and for the Roma people remains a tale of intrigue and fascination of many. Roma people first arrived to the United Sta...
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1950s American Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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14k Gold

Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Panthere Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The panther, the symbolic animal of Cartier, made its first appearance in the Maison's collections in 1914. Louis Cartier was the first to tame the mythic animal, and his colleague J...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold 3-Row Link Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This chic vintage bracelet features a 3-row link design crafted in 18k textured yellow gold. Made in United States circa 1980s. Measurements: 0.78" (20mm) width, 7.5" (19.5cm) length.
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1980s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

TIFFANY & CO Yellow Gold Elsa Peretti 5 Gemstone Charm Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous Tiffany & Co charm bracelet is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features 5 charms consisting of a red jasper bean, a clear rock crystal bean, a blue lapis lazuli disc, a ...
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2010s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Jade, Lapis Lazuli, Jasper, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

TIFFANY & CO Paloma Picasso Hammered Yellow Gold Necklace & Earrings Set
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous Tiffany & Co. earrings and necklace set was designed by Paloma Picasso and features a chic bold design crafted in 18k hammered yellow gold. The earrings have retractabl...
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1980s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Lock Bracelet in 18K Rose Gold Large
Located in New York, NY
A pre-owned Tiffany Lock Bangle Bracelet in 18K rose gold in Excellent , new condition with original leather blue Tiffany Box. Size is Large. The Tiffany Lock symbolizes enduring l...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Gold Snake Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960-70s, 18k, attributed Switzerland. Mixing ancient aesthetics with mod sixties verve, this snake ring is visually arresting and smartly au courant. Finely fashioned in poli...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold Snake Ring
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VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Flying Beauties Diamond Yellow Gold MOP Butterfly Necklace CO
Located in New York, NY
This graceful Van Cleef & Arpels necklace from the Flying Beauties collection is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features a butterfly pendant set with brilliant-cut round D-E-F VVS1-V...
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2010s Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Victorian 14k Slide Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
An incredible and unique multi-charm slide bracelet from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! This stunning 14k yellow gold compilation piece features 13 highly decorative slide pendants gra...
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1880s American Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k ...

Rolex Stainless Steel Air King with Custom Finished Lime Green Dial circa 1960's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm X Diameter 35m...
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1960s Swiss Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Stainless Steel

Art Deco 18k/Platinum GIA Diamond Engagement Ring 4.07ct
Located in Narberth, PA
An incredible diamond engagement ring from the Art Deco (ca1930s) era! This stunning piece is crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum and features an exquisite old mine cut cushion b...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

CARTIER Vintage Platinum Diamond Pyramid Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
This exquisite vintage diamond ring is a signed piece by Cartier! Crafted in platinum, the centerpiece of this substantial pyramid ring is adorned with a variety of mixed cut diamond...
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Late 20th Century French Retro Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Platinum

Georgian French 18k Ruby and Diamond Navette Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A breathtaking ring from the Georgian (ca1790s) era! Crafted in 18k yellow gold, this ring features an incredible navette centerpiece. The centerpiece features a central, large old m...
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1750s American Georgian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Cartier Rose Gold SM Love Hoop Earrings B8029000
Located in London, GB
A pair of 18k rose gold small model hoop earrings from Cartier's iconic Love collection. Each earring features the iconic screw motif design. Measuring 10mm in diameter and 2.65mm in...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Jewelry & Watches

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18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Hammered 18K Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301139 Comes With Box Only Date 2017 RRP £ 4,050 Inc taxes / $ 4,300 Excl taxes / 4,650 € Inc taxes Model VCARO1IH00 Serial Number JB****** Metal 18k Yellow Gold Weight Approxi...
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2010s French Jewelry & Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

An 18 Carat Gold and Diamond Solitair Ring
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat yellow gold solitaire ring, finely chased, set with a brilliant-cut diamond (app. 0.75 carat, E-F, Vs) in a polished, closed bezel, French. weight: 9.9 g size: 18.5 mm /...
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1990s French Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Gold

Cartier LOVE Bangle Size 18
Located in London, GB
Here we have an 18ct rose gold bangle from the world renowned luxury jewellery house of Cartier. This bangle forms part of the LOVE collection and is one of the most celebrated items...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold 1630 Quartz Tank Obus, 1990's
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Cartier Model: Cartier Tank Obus 1630 Year: 1990’s Serial Number: CC6xxxx Reference: OT2238 Case: 25 x 25 mm 18K Yellow Gold Case. Shows signs of wear with slight polished ...
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1990s Swiss Jewelry & Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 179160 Stainless Steel White Dial Ladies Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Pre-owned Rolex Ladies Datejust, Model 179160 - Ladies automatic winding wristwatch. Stainless steel case with smooth bezel (26mm diameter). White dial with stick markers. Stainless ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

South Sea Pearl Diamond Bow Design Drop Earrings by Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
This pair of earrings features a bow design on the ear with 1.20 carat of round diamonds. The tops suspend two full exposed spotless South Sea pearls with pinkish hues measuring 14.5...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Colombian Emerald Ring, 2.50 carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
This striking ring showcases a captivating marquise cut Colombian emerald, cut in an elegant oblong or eye shape, totaling 2.50 carats. The impressive emerald is accompanied by its A...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

Oscar Heyman Diamond Watch, 9.65 carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exquisite limited-edition ballerina-style Oscar Heyman wristwatch combines rarity with beauty. The elegant, tutu-inspired case is adorned with invisibly set, tapered baguette cu...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, White Gold

Designer Asprey 18K Gold The Four Vices Enamel Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Rare 1930s Asprey The Four Vices double sided enamel 18K yellow gold cufflinks with gambling, women, alcohol and sport in enamel Approximate Weight: 14.9g Approximate Measurement: ...
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1930s English Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold/Black Onyx Alhambra Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold/Black Onyx Alhambra Bracelet Made In: France Date of Manufacture: 2021 Materials: Black onyx and 18k yellow gold Hallmarks: VCA Au750, serial num...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold/Green Malachite Alhambra Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold/Green Malachite Alhambra Bracelet Made In: France Date of Manufacture: 2022 Materials: Green malachite and 18k yellow gold Hallmarks: VCA Au750, s...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari Gelati Diamond Mother of Pearl 18k Rose Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301262 Comes With Full Set Bvlgari box and Bvlgari certificate of authenticity Date 2019 Model Gelati Serial Number PR**** Metal 18k Rose Gold Stones Diamond (Approximately 0.0...
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2010s Italian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 5 Motif Onyx 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301265 Comes With Full Set: Van Cleef pouch and Van Cleef certificate of authenticity Date 2013 RRP £4,200 Incl. Taxes / €4,950 Incl. Taxes / $4,600 Excl. Taxes Model VCARA4130...
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2010s French Jewelry & Watches

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Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Lucky Alhambra Mother of Pearl and Tiger Eye Yellow Gold Earr
Located in Banbury, GB
Rare Find SKU 33301280 Comes With Full Set Van Cleef pouch and Van Cleef certificate of authenticity Date 2018 RRP £6,750 Including taxes/ 7 900 € Including taxes/ $ 7,400 Excluding ...
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2010s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Tiger's Eye, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Pure Alhambra Onyx Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301281 Comes With Full Set Van Cleef pouch and Van Cleef certificate of authenticity Date 2015 RRP £3,400 Incl. Taxes / €4,000 Incl. Taxes / $3,750 Excl. Taxes Model VCARB13900...
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2010s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Cartier Love 18k Yellow Gold Long Tassels Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301298 Comes With Box Only Date 2007 Model B723100 Serial Number FW**** Metal 18k Yellow Gold Weight Approximately 9.74 g Length Approximiately 46 cm Condition Excellent Other ...
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Early 2000s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulgari Baccellato Pink Tourmaline & Amethyst Heart Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Bulgari Baccellato iconic ring, made of 18 yellow gold and set with natural heart shaped half pink tourmaline and half amethyst. Circa 1980’ Size 54, resizable Stamped, with the mak...
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Late 20th Century Jewelry & Watches

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Amethyst, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Art Deco Lapis Lazuli Ring
Located in New Orleans, LA
This stunning Art Deco ring by Cartier embodies timeless elegance and exceptional design. At its center is a sugarloaf cut lapis lazuli, its rich blue color accentuated by sleek blac...
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20th Century French Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, White Gold, Enamel

Oscar Heyman Belle Époque Diamond Bracelet, 19.50 carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
This dazzling Belle Époque diamond bracelet by the renowned Oscar Heyman is a masterpiece of early 20th-century jewelry design. Crafted around 1920, it showcases a breathtaking array...
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20th Century American Belle Époque Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Platinum

Massive French Art Deco Tassel Bracelet
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1930s, 18k, French. This sublime Art Deco bracelet has a visually eloquent narrative woven in gold and sprinkled with diamonds. The look is underscored by fluid movement, harm...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Gold Engraved Carnelian Cherub Eros Intaglio Ring Signet Ring
Located in London, GB
A striking gold ring, dating from the early 20th century. The figural shoulders are adorned with angelic putti motifs, delicately sculpted to depict Eros, the Greek God of love and d...
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Early 20th Century Classical Roman Jewelry & Watches

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9k Gold

Men's Certified Colombian Cabochon Emerald and Diamond RIng
Located in New York, NY
Men's Certified Colombian Cabochon Emerald and Diamond RIng A yellow gold ring adorned with a cabochon emerald and adorned with baguette-cut diamonds. Accompanied by AGL certifica...
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20th Century Unknown Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Christian Lacroix Golden Metal Heart Brooch, 1990s
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Christian Lacroix - (Made in France) Golden metal heart brooch with rhinestones, resin, and ending with a pearly drop. Jewelry from the 1990s. Additional information: Condition: Ver...
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20th Century French Jewelry & Watches

Vedura Ceylon Sapphire Brooch, 100.00 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
Crafted by the famed Vedura, this magnificent brooch features a remarkable 100.00 carats of all-natural, unheated cushion and oval-shaped Ceylon sapphires. Accented by 6.65 carats of...
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20th Century American Retro Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Platinum

Bulgari Ancient Coin Ring
Located in San Antonio, TX
Bulgari Monete Ring with an ancient coin signed Leontini 500-466 BC signed Bulgari. The coin is 11mm and weighs .70 grams.
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1980s Italian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold

A Pair of Edwardian Diamond Earrings
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A pair of Edwardian platinum and yellow gold earrings on the ear a diamond shape mille griffe set with an old cut diamond (each app. 0.2 carat) with three small old cut diamonds, set...
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1910s American Edwardian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Melissa Venus Victrix Intaglio Signet Ring Carnelian 18K Gold ØUS8/5.8gr
Located in SE
Old Signet Unisex intaglio 18K (tested) Gold Ring featuring Carnelian(type of Agate)stone with the detailed carved depiction of Cupid receiving the arrows from his mother, goddess Ve...
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Late 18th Century European Greek Revival Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Carnelian, 18k Gold

Trudel of Zurich Superbly Seventies Bracelet
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1970s, 18k, by Trudel, Zurich, Switzerland. This spectacular modernist bracelet from the distinguished Swiss firm Trudel Juwelier, features a massive kunzite (28.0 carats), fin...
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1970s Swiss Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Kunzite, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Spectacular Color 106.28 Carat Peridot Bracelet
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1930s, 14k, American. This spectacular bracelet features over 100 carats of superb leafy green peridot! Period bracelets like this are rare and ...
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1930s American Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Boxed Victorian Moonstone Heart and Cupids Arrow Brooch
Located in Hummelstown, PA
A pair of late Victorian diamond moonstone sweethearts nestled side-by-side framed by lustrous half pearls and Cupid's golden arrow. Comes with the original box as shown. Sweet as ca...
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1890s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Moonstone, 15k Gold

Dubini Egyptian Scarab Faience Ancient 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
This DUBINI ring features an egyptian faience scarab set in 18K yellow gold. See our selections of scarabs to create your unique ring. Dimensions of Scarabs: 13x19x10mm HISTORY Along with the pyramids, sphinxes, and mummies, the scarabs are one of the most familiar objects representing Egypt. Scarabs have been collected for centuries and were particularly popular in the 19th and early 20th centuries. “Scarabaeus sacer is the Latin name for the dung beetle. Today most people do not have great appreciation for this insect, but this variety and several other members of the family Scarabaeidae, were sacred to the ancient Egyptians. The Egyptians connected the beetles’ habits of rolling balls of dung around their eggs with the concept of eternal life in the after-world. The meaning of Kheper or Scarab was “”becoming, being, metamorphosing, generation, new life, virility, and resurrection.”” Representations of the beetle were an essential symbol in Egyptian art and a whole class of seals and amulets were made in its image. These little amulets of beetle form often bear hieroglyphic designs on their base, including good luck wishes, the names gods, and the names of individuals both noble and common. The most obviously interesting scarabs are those with names of kings, of the royal family, and of officials. Pharaohs were worshiped as gods, and the names of the current pharaoh or a popular deceased pharaohs, such as Thothemes III, were used to bring good luck to the bearer. Scarabs were manufactured in a wide variety of materials including steatite, faience, stone, glass, and bone, from the Old Kingdom...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Egyptian Revival Jewelry & Watches

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Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Baume & Mercier Classic 798133 18k Yellow Gold Coral Dial Manual Watch
Located in Surfside, FL
Formal Baume & Mercier watch in 18K yellow gold with original Coral dial. Manual. 22 mm case size. Ref 798133. Fine Pre-owned Baume & Mercier Watch. Certified preowned Classic Baum...
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1990s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Spectacular Modernist Hopi Cuff in Yellow Gold by Preston Monongye
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1950-60s, 14k, by Preston Monongye, Hopi, American. Set with heishi bead motif turquoise and ebony in yellow gold, this early modernist Hopi b...
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1950s American Native American Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baume & Mercier .75 Carat Diamond Jade Yellow Gold Ladies Wristwatch
Located in Stamford, CT
Haute Couture Baume & Mercier ladies wristwatch with a natural jade dial, diamond bezel and an 18k yellow gold case and braided band. Full original 7 ¾ Inch length. Approximately ....
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Late 20th Century Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari B.zero1 Three Band White Gold Ring, 'B-8'
Located in Miami, FL
Brilliance Jewels, Miami Questions? Call Us Anytime! 786,482,8100 Ring Size: 48 (US) ; 4.5 (US) Designer: Bvlgari Collection: B.zero1 Style: 3 - Band Metal: White Gold​​​​​​​ ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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18k Gold, White Gold

Harry Winston Emerald Diamond Chandelier Earrings
Located in New York, NY
HARRY WINSTON Emerald Diamond Chandelier Earrings in Platinum. A remarkable pair of chandelier on-the-ear clips by Harry Winston comprised with ...
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1960s American Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Baume & Mercier Ladies Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch
Located in Stamford, CT
Ladies Baume & Mercier 14k yellow gold wrist watch. True mid-century 1960’s style wristwatch. 14k yellow gold bars that are graduated and ...
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Mid-20th Century Jewelry & Watches

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Antique Intaglio Amor Climbs The Temple of Love Sardonx
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This delicate engraving shows cupid holding a banner storming up to the temple of love
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1790s George III Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Onyx

Bulgari (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
This was the first book ever published on Bulgari, it is a lavishly illustrated exploration of one of Italy's greatest ever firms of jewellers. With the use of new photographs togeth...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

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Original Art Deco Natural Aquamarine and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Original Art Deco Natural Aquamarine and Diamond Cluster Ring mounted in Platinum. A refreshingly cool light blue hue colors the billowy cushion-cut aquamarine that glistens. The gem...
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1920s European Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 1940’s Platinum European Cut Diamond Feather Tulip Brooch Pin G Vs
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A beautiful vintage brooch c. the early 1940’s hand done in platinum and both flush as well as bezel set with approximately 2.20cttw in old European cut as well as transitional cut ...
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Mid-20th Century Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Platinum

Estate 18K Yellow Blue Baguette Sapphire Wide Cocktail Band Ring Sz 7
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A contemporary, elegant wide band cocktail ring done in 18K yellow gold and channel set with 1.64cttw in blue sapphires as well as pavé set with 2.17cttw in yellow sapphires. Dimen...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow 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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