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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Creator: Georg Jensen
Creator: Alex Soldier
Georg Jensen, Yellow Gold Diamond Ring, Centenary
Located in Heerlen, NL
One (1) 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Stampoed 750 & Georg Jensen. Model: Centenary Set with one (1) roudn Brillant Cut Natural Diamond ca 0.23 ct VVS - F Total Weight Ring 5.97 gram...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Soldier Tourmaline Gold Hand-Textured Butterfly Ring One of a Kind
Located in New York, NY
Alex Soldier's Butterfly collection is dedicated to celebration of life. Butterflies remind us to enjoy the moment and embrace change. Made in 18 karat yellow gold with green tourmal...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Set of 6 Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Landby/Nordic #76 Coffee Spoons
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine set of 6 sterling silver demitasse or coffee spoons. By Georg Jensen. Designed by Oscar Gundlach-Pedersen in 1937. These spoons have a post-1945 factory mark. Simply a wonderful set of Georg Jensen spoons...
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20th Century Danish Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Soldier Blue Topaz Sterling Silver Platinum Galactica Ring One of a Kind
Located in New York, NY
An endless constellation of stars that shine bright in the night's sky and fill our universe with myriad of galaxies, containing endless mystery of life and creation, each one as uni...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Blue Topaz, Topaz, Quartz, Sterling Silver, Silver, Rhodium, Platinum

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Neck Ring No.410 with Smoky Quartz Pendant No. 311
Located in Big Bend, WI
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Neck Ring no.410 with Smoky Quartz Pendant no. 311 Torun's classic innovative design and sculptural form traces the contours of the wearer's body. Cir...
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Late 20th Century Danish Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Henning Koppel Amazonite Necklace 1950's
Located in Toronto, ON
Rare 1950's Vintage Georg Jensen Henning Koppel Sterling Silver Necklace is set with amazonite clasp. Designed by Henning Koppel in Koppel’s...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Amazonite, Sterling Silver

Early Georg Jensen Bird Eating Berries Sterling Brooch Pin 53 Denmark 1933-1944
Located in New York, NY
This is the large gorgeous early (1933-1944) Georg Jensen sterling silver pin brooch in the form of a bird eating berries with leaves in a gorgeous open work design. The brooch has ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

Sterling Silver Bracelet, by Hans Hansen for Georg Jensen
Located in Glasgow, GB
A sterling silver bracelet, designed by Hans Hansen for Georg Jensen. The bracelet is stamped with the Georg Jensen within a dotted oval marking (used since 1945), Hans Hansen mark...
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1990s Danish Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

George Jensen Earrings Henning Koppel Design
Located in Montreal, QC
Sterling silver George Jensen clip-on earrings circa 1950 design by Henning Koppel. Very good condition, stamped on the back. Measures 1 inches x ...
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1950s Danish Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Lene Munthe for Georg Jensen, Ring in Sterling Silver, Model 426
Located in bronshoj, DK
Lene Munthe for Georg Jensen. Ring in sterling silver. Model 426. Late 20th Century. Width: 7 mm. Diameter: 17 mm. US size: 6.5. In excellent condition. Stamped. In most cases, we c...
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Late 20th Century Danish Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Denmark Vintage Sterling + Coral Dove Set
Located in Narberth, PA
Renowned Danish silversmith Georg Jensen was born in 1866. His training in metalsmithing and his education in the Fine Arts enabled him to develop a successful career based in beautiful jewelry and silver design. His signature Art Nouveau style grew increasingly popular and Jensen...
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Mid-20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen, Sterling Silver Comport by Johan Rohde
Located in Brisbane, QLD
This rather beautiful sterling silver comport was made by Georg Jensen in a design by the famed craftsman Johan Rohde. The piece was first designed betw...
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20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Denmark Mid-Century Modernist #167 Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960 Georg Jensen Denmark #167 Mid Century Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet, measuring 1 3/4 inches wide with an inside wrist measurement of 7 1/2 inches with a 1 1/4 inch wide o...
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1960s Danish Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Soldier Tahitian Pearl Diamond 18k Gold Textured Earrings One of a Kind
Located in New York, NY
The wave, as it twists and swirls in a mesmerizing vortex, sweeps up a treasure from the depths of the ocean – a lustrous pearl, as unique as a drop of water. Alex Soldier’s Twist co...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Oriental Pearl, Natural Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold...

Georg Jensen Gold Plated Sterling Annual Spoon Winter Aconite 1982 with Box
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Georg Jensen gold plated sterling silver Annual Spoon from 1982, including the original box and paperwork. The 12th in a series of annual spoons, all with Danish floral designs. Thi...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, Sterling Silver

Alex Soldier Amethyst Peridot Garnet Diamond Gold Drop 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...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Peridot, Garnet, White Diamond, Diamond, Amethyst, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold...

Georg Jensen Diamond & Sterling Silver Infinity Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of Infinity diamond earrings. By Georg Jensen. Designed by Regitze Overgaard. With pave set round diamonds in a sterling silve...
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20th Century Danish Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver

Alex Soldier South Sea Pearl Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring One of a Kind
Located in New York, NY
The wave, as it twists and swirls in a mesmerizing vortex, sweeps up a treasure from the depths of the ocean – a beautiful pearl, as light as a drop of water. Alex Soldier’s Twist co...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k...

Georg Jensen Lapis Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Georg Jensen sterling and lapis earrings from the late 20th Century. Foliate designs are surrounded by a beaded wreath with a central lapis cabochon. Signed Georg Jensen, 925S, Denm...
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1990s Danish Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Brooch, Design #159
Located in Big Bend, WI
Georg Jensen Sterling Brooch, Design #159 Designer: Georg Jensen Maker: Georg Jensen Design #: 159 Circa: 1945-51 Dimensions: 1.85” Count...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Brooch
Located in Montreal, QC
Georg Jensen silver brooch #54, originally designed when was working for Mogen Ballin silversmith. Stamped on the back, measures 2 1/16 inches x 1...
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1930s Danish Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Soldier Sapphire Gold Leaf Pendant Necklace on Chain One of a Kind
Located in New York, NY
The Leaf is a symbol of nature with its many manifestations. Each leaf in Alex Soldier’s collection embodies a unique pattern and characteristic that resembles the four seasons- as i...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Soldier South Sea Pearl Diamond Gold Drop Earrings One of a Kind
Located in New York, NY
The wave, as it twists and swirls in a mesmerizing vortex, sweeps up a treasure from the depths of the ocean – a beautiful pearl, as light as a drop of water. Alex Soldier’s Twist co...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k...

Georg Jensen Ring in Sterling Silver, Model 28C, Late 20th Century
Located in bronshoj, DK
Georg Jensen ring in sterling silver. Model 28C. Late 20th century. Width: 7 mm. Diameter: 15.5 mm. US size: 4.75. In excellent condition. Stamped. In most cases, we can change the ...
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Late 20th Century Danish Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Brooch with Onyx, Design #328 by Nanna Ditzel
Located in Big Bend, WI
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Shell Brooch with Onyx, Design #328 by Nanna Ditzel Classis Nanna Ditzel "Shell" Brooch Designer: Nanna Ditzel Maker: Georg Jensen Design #: 328 Cir...
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Late 20th Century Danish Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Ole Kortzau for Georg Jensen. Ring in sterling silver. Late 20th C.
Located in bronshoj, DK
Ole Kortzau for Georg Jensen. Ring in sterling silver. Model 238. Late 20th Century. Width: 5 mm. Diameter: 19 mm. US size: 9. In excellent condition. Stamped. In most cases, we can...
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Late 20th Century Danish Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen 18ct Gold Diamond Pendant and Earrings Set
Located in Glasgow, GB
An 18ct yellow gold and diamond pendant and earrings set, designed by Lina Falkesgaard for Georg Jensen. The pendant is stamped with the Georg Jensen within dotted oval mark, '750'...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Petite Tulip Earrings No. 100
Located in Big Bend, WI
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Petite Tulip Earrings No. 100 Screw Backs. ​Excellent condition with visible hand hammering Matching bracelet and neck...
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Late 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Soldier Rhodochrosite Diamond Oxidized Silver Bracelet One of a Kind
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the grandeur of antiquity, the Symbolica collection is enriched with meaning. The hand-carved gallery on the back of the bracelet creates an illusion of ancient symbols that in turn form an aura of timeless mystery. The bracelet is made in oxidized silver with diamonds surrounding the hand-cut rhodochrosite center. Handmade with love in NYC from responsibly sourced materials. One of a kind. Center stone diameter: 17.5 mm. Bracelet length: 193 mm. Metal: 925 rose color sterling silver, light...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Rhodocrosite, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Acorn Pattern Sterling Silver & Crystal Ice Bucket by Johan Rohde
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Acorn pattern sterling silver and cut glass ice bucket. Designed by Johan Rohde for Georg Jensen. Model no. 1137. Simply a wonderful cocktail or bar accessory! Date: 20th ...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Tie Bar or Money Clip Model No. 60
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine Georg Jensen sterling silver tie bar or money clip. With an oval "open-zipper" design. Model no. 60. Simply wonderful design! ...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver "Amoeba" Brooch No. 325 by Henning Koppel
Located in Big Bend, WI
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver "Amoeba" Brooch No. 325 by Henning Koppel Designed in 1948. A similar example can be seen in the book, GEORG JENSEN JEWELRY...
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Late 20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Cuff with Moonstone No. 257 by Vivianna Torun
Located in Big Bend, WI
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Cuff with Moonstone No. 257 by Vivianna Torun. Sleek, modernist cuff characteristic of Torun's designs of the 1960s. Moonstone has a lovely color. This...
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1960s Danish Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Moonstone, Sterling Silver

Large Georg Jensen Sterling & Chrysoprase Pin
Located in New York, NY
Large sterling silver pin. Made and signed by GEORG JENSEN. Rectangular with rounded corners. With an applied puffy leafy border pattern. In the center is a large cabochon chryso...
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1930s Danish Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Chrysophrase, Sterling Silver

Alex Soldier Amethyst Peridot Garnet Diamond Gold Drop 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

Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Peridot, Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...

Alex Soldier Peridot Chrome Diopside Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace One of a Kind
Located in New York, NY
Elaborate fabric is one of the main sources of inspiration for Alex Soldier. Lace is a noble material that delights the senses. The Master implements his exquisite texturing techniqu...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Sapphire Spinel Sterling Silver Gold Rhodium Brooch Pendant Necklace 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

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Spinel, Sapphire, Gold, 24k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterl...

Georg Jensen 3 Stone Chrysoberyl Ring #3 Sterling Silver Denmark Estate Find
Located in Montreal, QC
Stylish 3 Stone Sterling Silver Georg Jensen Ring. Securely set with 3 cabochon Chrysoberyl stones. Hand crafted in Sterling Silver. Marked on the inside of the shank: GEORG JENSEN (in dotted oval) 925 S DENMARK 3. Ring size 5.5, we offer ring resizing. Beautiful Modernist Scandinavian Jewelry...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Amorphic Brooch, Design #339 by Henning Koppel
Located in Big Bend, WI
Georg Jensen Sterling Amorphic Brooch, Design #339 by Henning Koppel Designed in 1948. A similar example can be seen in the book, GEORG JENSEN JEWELRY...
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Late 20th Century Danish Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Soldier Diamond Gold Drop Dangle Earrings One of a Kind
Located in New York, NY
Stunning and gracious Calla flowers captivate with their beauty and invite on a journey to exotic lands. Since these mysterious flowers grow in tropical habitats, the Calla collectio...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Disc Bracelet No. 169 by Astrid Fog
Located in Big Bend, WI
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Disc Bracelet No. 169 by Astrid Fog. Beautifully handcrafted of solid sterling and quite heavy. A similar exampl...
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1970s Danish Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ornamental 41 Sugar Spoon
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage Georg Jensen sugar spoon. In sterling silver. Model no. Ornamental 41 Designed by Georg Jensen. Simply a great sugar spoon!...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Soldier Amethyst Sapphire Gold Drop Textured Earrings One of a Kind
Located in New York, NY
Champagne spatter and masquerade! Boisterous and merry wager with friends along with colorful and heady cocktails. It’s a feast of colors that is always with you. Choose your favorit...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Amethyst, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Soldier Carnelian Spinel Oxidized Sterling Silver Necklace One of a Kind
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the grandeur of antiquity, the Symbolica collection is enriched with meaning. The hand-carved gallery that reveals itself through the dramatic carnelian center creates an...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Carnelian, Spinel, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal

Alex Soldier Carnelian Diamond Sterling Silver Clip-On Earrings One of a Kind
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the grandeur of antiquity, the Symbolica collection is enriched with meaning. The hand-carved gallery that is placed underneath the dramatic carnelian center creates an i...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Carnelian, Diamond, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen 18K Yellow Gold Torque, Twin Disc Necklace, Jacqueline Rabun, 2004
Located in New York, NY
Spectacular and substantial 18K yellow gold Georg Jensen necklace designed by the renown American British-based designer Jacqueline Rabun in 2004. Jacqueline Rabun's Black Love Collar Necklace is included in Sotheby's Brilliant & Black: A Jewelry Renaissance exhibition featuring pieces by twenty one of the world's best Black jewelry designers...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Garnet Topaz Mother of Pearl Gold Earrings as Seen on Gwyneth Paltrow
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...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Oriental Pearl, Topaz, Gol...

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Bird Brooch, Design #70 by Kristian Mohl-Hansen
Located in Big Bend, WI
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Bird Brooch, Design #70 by Kristian Mohl-Hansen. Designer: Kristian Mohl-Hansen Maker: Georg Jensen Design #: 70 Ci...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Soldier Carved Onyx, Agate, Mother of Pearl, Topaz 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...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Agate, Multi-gemstone, Onyx, Pearl, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Soldier Sapphire Onyx Carved Mother of Pearl Gold 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...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Oriental Pearl, Natural Pearl, Freshwater Pea...

Vintage Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ornamental 21 Sugar Spoon
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage ornamental sugar spoon. By Georg Jensen. In sterling silver. Model no. 21. Designed by Georg Jensen. With the post-1945 factory mark. Simply a great spoon from ...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Ole Kortzau for Georg Jensen, Ring in Sterling Silver, Late 20th C
Located in bronshoj, DK
Ole Kortzau for Georg Jensen. Ring in sterling silver. Model 238. Late 20th Century. Width: 5 mm. Diameter: 18 mm. US size: 7.75. In excellent condition. Stamped. In most cases, we c...
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Late 20th Century Danish Modern Jewelry & Watches

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Silver Denmark Acorn Belt Buckle #67
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Antique sterling silver belt buckle from Georg Jensen in the Acorn pattern #67, circa 1915-1927. The Acorn pattern was introduced ...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Early Georg Jensen Lapis Lazuli Flower Brooch Pin 71 Denmark 1933-1944 Sterling
Located in New York, NY
This is the gorgeous early (1933-1944) Georg Jensen sterling silver pin brooch in the form of a flower set with a stunning blue Lapis Lazuli gem. The brooch has the early Jensen mark...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

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Lapis Lazuli, Silver, Sterling Silver

Alex Soldier Diamond 18 Karat Gold Textured Ring Band One of a Kind
Located in New York, NY
Alex Soldier Diamond band in 18 karat white gold with signature metalwork. Handcrafted with love in NYC from responsibly sourced materials. White diamonds: 42 stones, total carat wei...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Lene Munthe for Georg Jensen, Ring in Sterling Silver, Model 426
Located in bronshoj, DK
Lene Munthe for Georg Jensen. Ring in sterling silver. Model 426. Late 20th Century. Width: 7 mm. Diameter: 19 mm. US size: 9. In excellent condition. Stamped. In most cases, we can...
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Late 20th Century Danish Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Art Nouveau Grape Sterling Silver Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Elegant & Stylish Iconic Georg Jensen Art Nouveau Brooch featuring his Grape Vine design, Antique; crafted in Sterling Silver; fully hallmarked to the r...
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Early 1900s Danish Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Danish Modern Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Salt and Pepper Shakers # 627
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A rare pair of Georg Jensen sterling silver salt and pepper shakers. Model No. 627. Designed by Ove Brobeck. A rare and fine pair! Date: 20th century Overall Condition: They a...
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20th Century Danish Modern 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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