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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Creator: Georg Jensen
Creator: Alex Soldier
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Flower Brooch No. 138
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Georg Jensen sterling silver pin or brooch. Model no. 138. Designed by Georg Jensen. In the form of a hand-hammered, stylized flower set inside an oval. Simply a wonderful...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling silver brooch by Georg Jensen. Design number 256. Deer motif.
Located in bronshoj, DK
Sterling silver brooch by Georg Jensen. Design number 256. Deer motif. Stamped. In very good condition. Measures: 4.6 x 3.7 cm.
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen No.161 925 Sterling Silver Astrid Fog Earrings with Screw Fittings
Located in London, GB
Georg Jensen No.161 925 Sterling Silver Astrid Fog Earrings with Screw Fittings. Additional Information: Comes with Original Box Total silver weight: 21g SMS2244
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2010s British Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rare Early Georg Jensen Cabochon Turquoise and Silver #1 Necklace, 1910-1925
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Arts and Crafts era turquoise and silver #1 necklace by Georg Jensen 1910-1925 Turquoise and silver pieces by Georg Jensen are rarely available, perhaps because very few peopl...
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20th Century Danish Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Turquoise, Silver

Spinel Sterling Silver Gold Platinum Locket Tag Pendant One of a kind
Located in New York, NY
Alex Soldier Volna Locket Tag Necklace Pendant: made in silver with 24k yellow gold and dark platinum infusion (deep plating), suspended on dark silver chain (chain is priced separat...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Spinel, Mixed Metal, Sterling Silver, Silver, Rhodium, Platinum, Yellow ...

Georg Jensen, pair of ear clips in sterling silver. Model number 50B.
Located in bronshoj, DK
Georg Jensen, a pair of ear clips in sterling silver. Model number 50B. Post 1945 mark. In excellent condition. Dimensions: L 16mm x W 10mm.
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20th Century Danish Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Modernist Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring No. 126 by Henning Koppel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine George Jensen ring. In sterling silver. Model No. 126. Designed by Henning Koppel. Simply a great Jensen ring! Date: 20th Century Ov...
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20th Century Danish Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Modernist Georg Jensen Astrid Fog Large Sterling Silver Cross Bars Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Scarce large 1970's Scandinavian Modernist sterling silver cross bars necklace by Astrid Fog for Georg Jensen. Astrid Fog (1911-1993) designed her first jewelry collection for Georg Jensen in 1969. Her jewelry designs are distinctive for their large scale and bold, modernist style using classic geometric forms such as rectangles, circles and squares. She successfully utilized high quality lightweight, hollow silver forms to create pieces which were striking as well as comfortable to wear. This beautiful necklace is from the estate of a noted New York City psychiatrist who collected interesting, unusual, often one-of-a-kind jewelry. The pendant measures 2.19 inches by 2.19 inches. The chain is 29 inches long. Marks: 379 925 S Denmark Georg Jensen...
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20th Century Danish Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Bracelet #170, Nanna Ditzel
Located in Glasgow, GB
A sterling silver bracelet #170, designed by Nanna Ditzel for Georg Jensen. Stamped with post-1945 Georg Jensen marks, '925S Denmark', '170', and with London import marks for 1967. ...
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1960s Danish Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver and Rutilated Quartz Ring, No. 151 by V. Torun
Located in Big Bend, WI
Georg Jensen Ring, No. 151 By Vivianna Torun with rutilated quartz in a bullet shaped cabochon. US ring size 5. Highly sought after design from 1970. Rich brown rutiles throughou...
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1970s Danish Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Quartz, Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen 925 Sterling Silver Oval Flower Brooch
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Georg Jensen 925 Sterling Silver Brooch. It depicts an oval pierced sterling brooch with two flowers. Probably the large one is a ...
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20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Amazonite, Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Tulip Brooch No. 100B
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Georg Jensen sterling silver pin or brooch. Model no. 100B. Designed by Georg Jensen. In the form of a hand-hammered, stylized tulip flowers and berries. Simply a wonderfu...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Early Estate Georg Jensen Cabochon Amber Sterling Silver Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Fine estate Georg Jensen cabochon amber and sterling silver pendant brooch. Circa 1910 This beautiful piece may be worn as both a pendant and a b...
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20th Century Danish Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Amber, Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver "Grapes" Brooch or Pin No. 217B
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Georg Jensen sterling silver pin or brooch. Model no. 217B (part of the 'Grapes' collection). Designed by Harald Nielsen for Georg Jensen in 1925. This brooch was produced ...
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20th Century Danish Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver "Grapes" Screwback Earrings No. 40
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of Georg Jensen earrings. Model no. 40 (part of the 'Grapes' collection). Designed by Harald Nielsen for Georg Jensen in 1925. These earrings were produced post-1945. ...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Trinity Diamond Star White Gold Stud Earrings One of a Kind
Located in New York, NY
As if formed by a spectacular event of cosmic proportions in the heart of the Universe, Alex Soldier's divine Diamond Trinity Star drop earrings beam a spotlight on a superstar in Y...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Georg Jensen, Sterling Silver Mobile Wrist Strap with a heart.
Located in bronshoj, DK
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Mobile Wrist Strap with heart. 2000s. Marked. In perfect condition. Original gift box. Measurements: Length (total approx.): 20,5 cm. Size heart: 2,0 cm...
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Early 2000s Danish Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen, Sterling Silver Mobile Wrist Strap with a heart. 21st C.
Located in bronshoj, DK
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Mobile Wrist Strap with heart. 2000s. Marked. In perfect condition. Original gift box. Measurements: Length (total approx.): 20,5 cm. Size heart: 2,0 cm...
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Early 2000s Danish Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Denmark Blossom Sterling Silver Pastry Fork 5 5/8" #15286
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver pastry fork by Georg Jensen Denmark in the Blossom pattern. The Blossom pattern was originally designed in 1905 by Georg Jensen for a legendary teapot, cutlery in th...
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20th Century Danish Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Astrid Fog for Georg Jensen Silver Hematite Ring #166
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Ca 1970’s Sterling silver - Hematite Rare Model #166 designed by Astrid Fog for Georg Jensen Diam 3,4 cm (1,34 inches) Size 53 Marked ...
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1970s Danish Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Hematite, Silver

Alex Soldier Diamond Gold Sterling Silver Hand-Textured Codi the Snail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Alex Soldier uses snails as a reminder to slow down and enjoy life. He has created more than 25 jewel encrusted snails, each unique and one-of-a-kind. It became an instant classic an...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Brown Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Silver, Rhodium,...

Georg Jensen, Sterling Silver Mobile Wrist Strap with heart. 2000s.
Located in bronshoj, DK
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Mobile Wrist Strap with heart. 2000s. Marked. In perfect condition. Original gift box. Measurements: Length (total approx.): 20,5 cm. Size heart: 2,0 cm...
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Early 2000s Danish Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Denmark 529 Sterling Silver Hammered Tray #15339
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver round tray by Georg Jensen Denmark, circa 1928. Pattern # 529, created by long-time Jensen designer Johan Rohde, this large round tray features a lightly hammered fi...
Category

20th Century Danish Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Modernist Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring Model No. A 77 B by Ole Ishøj
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Georg Jensen ring in sterling silver. Model No. A 77B. Designed by Ole Ishøj Simply a great Jensen ring! Date: 20th Century Overall Condition: It is in overall good, a...
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20th Century Danish Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Denmark Cactus Sterling Silver Lemon Fork 4 1/2" #15287
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver lemon fork by Georg Jensen Denmark in the Cactus pattern. Created by long-time Jensen designer Gunorph Albertus, the Cactus pattern was introduced in 1930 and featur...
Category

20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen, Sterling Silver Mobile Wrist Strap with heart
Located in bronshoj, DK
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Mobile Wrist Strap with heart. 2000s. Marked. In perfect condition. Original gift box. Measurements: Length (total approx.): 20,5 cm. Size heart: 2,0 cm...
Category

Early 2000s Danish Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen, Sterling Silver Mobile Wrist Strap with heart, 21st C.
Located in bronshoj, DK
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Mobile Wrist Strap with heart. 2000s. Marked. In perfect condition. Original gift box. Measurements: Length (total approx.): 20,5 cm. Size heart: 2,0 cm...
Category

Early 2000s Danish Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen, Sterling Silver Mobile Wrist Strap with heart, 2000s.
Located in bronshoj, DK
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Mobile Wrist Strap with heart. 2000s. Marked. In perfect condition. Original gift box. Measurements: Length (total approx.): 20,5 cm. Size heart: 2,0 cm...
Category

Early 2000s Danish Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen, Sterling Silver Mobile Wrist Strap with heart. 21st C.
Located in bronshoj, DK
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Mobile Wrist Strap with heart. 2000s. Marked. In perfect condition. Original gift box. Measurements: Length (total approx.): 20,5 cm. Size heart: 2,0 cm...
Category

Early 2000s Danish Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Mobile Wrist Strap with heart. 2000s.
Located in bronshoj, DK
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Mobile Wrist Strap with heart. 2000s. Marked. In perfect condition. Original gift box. Measurements: Length (total approx.): 20,5 cm. Size heart: 2,0 cm...
Category

Early 2000s Danish Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver "Grapes" Brooch or Pin No. 217A
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Georg Jensen sterling silver pin or brooch. Model no. 217A (part of the 'Grapes' collection). Designed by Harald Nielsen for Georg Jensen in 1925. Simply a wonderful brooch...
Category

20th Century Danish Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Soldier Topaz, Quartz, Carved Mother of Pearl Blossom Convertible Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A colorful collection of rare and stunning gemstones form together a spectacular Blossom that comes alive with a touch of feminine charm and allure given to us by Mother Nature. Alex...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Quartz, Topaz, Oriental Pearl, Natural Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, M...

Georg Jensen Denmark Rope Sterling Silver Sauce Ladle 7 3/8" #15289
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver sauce ladle by Georg Jensen Denmark in the Rope pattern. The Rope or Perle pattern was designed by Georg Jensen in 1916. This small ladle features a spouted bowl. M...
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20th Century Danish Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen 18K Gold Offspring Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in San Fernando, CA
GEORG JENSEN These Offspring earrings tell the fantastic story of the unbreakable bond between mother and child. Two exquisite rings are interlocked, the large ring protecting the small one, in a timeless and emotional tribute to the strength of a mother’s love...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Georg Jensen Estate Seashell Cufflinks Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Georg Jensen Estate Seashell Cufflinks Silver GJ14 These elegant Authentic Georg Jensen Men's Seashell Cufflinks are made of sterling silver and have a weight of 13.25 gra...
Category

1990s American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver

Alex Soldier 18 Karat Gold Turquoise Topaz Blossom Earrings One of a Kind
Located in New York, NY
A colorful collection of rare and stunning gemstones form together a spectacular Blossom that comes alive with a touch of feminine charm and allure given to us by Mother Nature. Alex...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Topaz, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Soldier Gold Baby Blossom Earrings with Topaz and Carved Mother of Pearl
Located in New York, NY
A colorful collection of rare and stunning gemstones form together a spectacular Blossom that comes alive with a touch of feminine charm and allure given to us by Mother Nature. Alex...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Topaz, Oriental Pearl, Natural Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Yellow Go...

Alex Soldier Diamond Chrome Diopside Gold Sunflower Ring as seen on Kate Upton
Located in New York, NY
Alex Soldier Sunflower ring is an embodiment of beauty and grace. It delights the senses and presents a complex integration of meaning, design and superb craftsmanship that is truly ...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Brown Diamond, Black Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Whit...

Diamond Gold Textured Leaf Stud Earrings One of a Kind
Located in New York, NY
The Leaf is a symbol of nature and showcases an intricate metalwork, as if covered with the first drops of the spring's morning dew. Handcrafted with love in New York City from respo...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Chrysoprase Ring #154, by Henning Koppel
Located in Glasgow, GB
A Georg Jensen sterling silver and Chrysoprase modernist ring #154, design by Henning Koppel. Stamped Georg Jensen within dotted oval mark, "925 S", "Denmark", & "154". The ring is...
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Late 20th Century Danish Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Chrysophrase, Sterling Silver

Alex Soldier 18 Karat Gold Turquoise Topaz Blossom Earrings One of a Kind
Located in New York, NY
A colorful collection of rare and stunning gemstones form together a spectacular Blossom that comes alive with a touch of feminine charm and allure given to us by Mother Nature. Alex...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Topaz, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georg Jensen Denmark Acorn Sterling Silver Jam Spoon 5 7/8" #15288
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver jam spoon by Georg Jensen Denmark in the Acorn pattern. The Acorn pattern was introduced in 1915 as a collaboration between Georg Jensen and designer Johan Ronde. Th...
Category

20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Soldier 18 Karat Gold Turquoise Topaz Blossom Earrings One of a Kind
Located in New York, NY
A colorful collection of rare and stunning gemstones form together a spectacular Blossom that comes alive with a touch of feminine charm and allure given to us by Mother Nature. Alex...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Topaz, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Soldier Topaz Spinel Sterling Silver Gold Textured Brooch Pendant Headpiece
Located in New York, NY
Luxuriant and festive attire of Anemone Coronaria is a fine decoration of any garden with every petal having its own unique ornament, like life lines of the human palm. And each grac...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Spinel, Topaz, Mixed Metal, Sterling Silver, Silver, Rhodium, Platinum, ...

Alex Soldier Diamond Gold Sterling Silver Hand-Textured Codi the Snail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Alex Soldier uses snails as a reminder to slow down and enjoy life. He has created more than 25 jewel encrusted snails, each unique and one-of-a-kind. It became an instant classic an...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platin...

Georg Jensen Moonstone Ring 48 Denmark Sterling Silver Modernist Scandinavian
Located in New York, NY
This is a Fabulous Double Moonstone Ring by Danish artist Georg Jensen. This striking piece is hand crafted in Sterling Silver centering 2 Beautiful oval cabochon Moonstones which re...
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20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Moonstone, Silver, Sterling Silver

Modernist Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring Model No. A 77 C by Ole Ishøj
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Georg Jensen ring. In sterling silver. Model No. A 77C. Designed by Ole Ishøj Simply a great Jensen ring! Date: 20th Century Overall Condition: It is in overall good,...
Category

20th Century Danish Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Soldier Carved Mother of Pearl Turquoise Topaz Gold Convertible Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Alex Soldier Blossom Earrings as seen on actress Shohreh Aghdashloo: A colorful collection of rare and stunning gemstones form together a spectacular Blossom that comes alive with a ...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Oriental Pearl, ...

Alex Soldier Topaz Spinel Sterling Silver Gold Textured Brooch Pendant Headpiece
Located in New York, NY
Luxuriant and festive attire of Anemone Coronaria is a fine decoration of any garden with every petal having its own unique ornament, like life lines of the human palm. And each grac...
Category

2010s American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Spinel, Topaz, Platinum, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal, ...

Alex Soldier Diamond Gold Tag Pendant as seen on Mario Cantone & Amir Arison
Located in New York, NY
Each design from Alex Soldier's unisex tag collection is finely hand-decorated with signature metalwork motif that creates an intricate visual effect of a diamond inlay. Whether worn solo as a statement piece or layered with other jewelry, Alex Soldier's unisex tag necklaces offer a timeless and unique way to express one's personality through art and fashion. Handcrafted with love in New York City. One of a kind. As seen on Mario Cantone from "And Just Like That...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium

9ct Gold Georg Jensen Pendant
Located in London, GB
9ct 375 Gold Georg Jensen St.Christopher Pendant Rare Design Fully Hallmarked on Reverse Dated 1973
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1970s British Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold

Large Estate Georg Jensen Harald Nielsen Cabochon Hematite Sterling Silver Ring
Located in New York, NY
Harald Nielsen (1892-1977) was one of Georg Jensen's most important designers whose work has stood the test of time. He joined the company in 1909 and became Georg Jensen's closest ...
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20th Century Danish Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Hematite, Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Estate Money Clip Tie Bar Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Georg Jensen Estate Money Clip Tie Bar Silver GJ13 This elegant Authentic Georg Jensen Men's Money Clip Tie Bar is made of sterling silver an...
Category

1990s American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver

Alex Soldier Diamond Gold Tag Pendant as seen on Mario Cantone & Amir Arison
Located in New York, NY
Each design from Alex Soldier's unisex tag collection is finely hand-decorated with signature metalwork motif that creates an intricate visual effect of a diamond inlay. Whether worn solo as a statement piece or layered with other jewelry, Alex Soldier's unisex tag necklaces offer a timeless and unique way to express one's personality through art and fashion. Handcrafted with love in New York City. One of a kind. As seen on Mario Cantone from "And Just Like That...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium

Georg Jensen Torun Bulow-Hube Sodalite Ring C.1970
Located in Toronto, ON
Rare Sterling Silver and Sodalite ring designed by Vivianna Torun Bulow-Hube for Georg Jensen Denmark C.1970. Stamped 925S Georg Jensen in oval dotted pu...
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1970s Danish Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Other, Sterling Silver

Alex Soldier Carved Mother of Pearl Turquoise Topaz Gold Convertible Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Alex Soldier Blossom Earrings as seen on actress Shohreh Aghdashloo: A colorful collection of rare and stunning gemstones form together a spectacular Blossom that comes alive with a ...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Topaz, Turquoise, Oriental Pearl, Natural Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl...

Georg Jensen – Moonlight Blossom Necklace & Bracelet Set No. 11 & 15
Located in London, GB
Beautifully designed, this set is a classic Georg Jensen Necklace Sterling No 15 Moonlight Blossom Vintage 1970s necklace with matching no 11 b...
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2010s British Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Tie Bar or Money Clip No. 74
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Georg Jensen sterling silver tie clip. Model no. 74. Designed by Sigvard Bernadotte for Georg Jensen circa 1953. And of course, it can doubl...
Category

20th Century Danish Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

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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