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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Creator: Cartier
Creator: Fred Leighton
Cartier Cougar Yellow Gold Large Quartz Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990 Cartier Cougar Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. 18K Yellow Gold 3 Piece Water Resistant case, Quartz movement, White dial with Black Roman Numerals, Swee...
Category

1990s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Whimsical Gazelle Vintage Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Brooch is designed as a stylized leaping gazelle with grooved textured body. Featuring notched curling horns and gold granulation throughout. Accented by a prong set round cut ruby e...
Category

1960s American Contemporary Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Diamond Ring 18k Tri Gold Signed Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage Cartier diamond ring crafted in 18 karat yellow, rose & white gold (circa 1980s to 1990s). 17 round brilliant cut diamonds tot...
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Cartier LOVE 18K White Gold 6 Diamond Bracelet
Located in Southampton, PA
This LOVE bracelet is a classic Cartier offering. The bangle is made with 18K white gold and features the iconic Cartier screw motif and is set with six ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Gold Diamond Basket Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Signed Cartier, these 18 karat gold cufflinks have a basket design forming a U-shape. Half of the cufflinks are lined with diamonds, ending at the bend. Total weight: 14.4 grams. Len...
Category

1980s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Tankissi Diamond Large Amethyst Yellow Gold Ring Paper
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Amethyst Tankissi Large Ring by Cartier. With 2 baguette cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, G color 1 Oval Amethyst 12mm x 10mm Details: Size: European 52, US 6 Weight: 18.2 grams Width: 12mm Stamped Hallmarks: Cartier 750 H70XXX(serial number omitted) 52 Cartier 1999...
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1990s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold

Cartier Fancy Yellow Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
An important bracelet comprising of 21 graduated fancy light yellow diamonds, weighing a total of approximately 33.8 carats. Made by Cartier. Three...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Trinity Diamond Hoops White Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Trinity Diamond Hoops in 18K White Gold. The hoops feature approximately 1.20ctw of brilliant round cut diamonds, G color, VS clarity.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Trinity Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold 1.5 CTW
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Trinity Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold 1.5 CTW PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 111568 Listing Title: Cartier Trinity Diamond Ring in 18K Ye...
Category

2010s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Platinum by Cartier: Triumph of the Jewelers Art (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
This beautifully photographed and illustrated book is the first survey of Cartier's work in platinum. Platinum is known for its incomparable allure and the way it enhances diamonds, ...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Cartier Love Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold 0.46 CTW
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Love Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold 0.46 CTW PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 120235 Listing Title: Cartier Love Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold 0.46 CTW Condition Description: Retails f...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Gold

Vintage Cartier 14k Gold Bakelite Cigarette Holder in Original Box
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Chic bakelite cigarette holder created by Cartier in the 1940s. it is made of 14 karat (stamped) rose gold and Bakelite. Measurements: 3 ¾” ...
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1940s French Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Meli Melo Diamond Necklace in 18k White Gold 0.3 CTW
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Meli Melo Diamond Necklace in 18k White Gold 0.3 CTW PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 123412 Listing Title: Cartier Meli Melo Diamond Necklace in 18k White Gold 0.3 CTW Condition Descri...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Gold

Vintage Cartier Lanières Brick Link Band Ring 18 Karat White Gold
Located in London, GB
A vintage Cartier Lanières brick link band ring in 18 karat white gold, circa 2000. The ring is comprised of Cartier's distinctive Lanières brick link design in 18 karat white gold....
Category

Early 2000s French Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Large Cartier Art Deco Travel Interest Diamond 18K Gold Orient Express Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Striking, large Art Deco Cartier Orient Express diamond and 18K gold vintage cufflinks. First half of 20th Century The legendary Paris to Istanbul Orient Express, synonymous with luxury travel, romance, mystery and adventure has set the stage for some of the greatest literary works of our time- Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express...
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20th Century French Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 14k Gold Tie Clip
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
FOUND! Your new tie clip. It doesn't hurt that it is the exquisite vintage Cartier. Featured in 14k gold and signed "Cartier" and the serial number "24978". Pair with your Rolex watch and a Gucci dress...
Category

Late 20th Century French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Vintage Cartier Jockey Brooch Pin Gold and Platinum, Diamonds and Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
Designer: Cartier Metal: Yellow Gold, Platinum (horse saddle) Metal Purity: 18k, 950 (saddle) Style: Brooch / Pin Era: 1930's Stones: Sapphire, Diamonds Hallmark: Cartier ...
Category

1930s French Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Cartier 3 Row Pave Domed Band Ring in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Cartier diamond band ring finely crafted in platinum featuring 3 rows of pave set high-quality round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 1.36 car...
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Retro Cartier Wedding Band 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Circa 1990
Located in London, GB
A retro Cartier wedding band 18 karat yellow gold, circa 1990. This classic 'D' shaped comfort fit wedding band by Cartier has a smooth pol...
Category

1990s Unknown Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Jadeite and Diamond Ring Le Baiser du Dragon
Located in Geneva, CH
Set with a jadeite cabochon decorated with geometrical motifs set with brilliant-cut diamonds, size 53, signed Cartier, numbered, French assay mark for 18 carat gold, maker's mark, g...
Category

Early 2000s French Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond

Cartier Love Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold 0.46 CTW
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Love Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold 0.46 CTW PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 118862 Listing Title: Cartier Love Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold 0.46 CTW Condition Description: Retails...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Gold

Cartier Tectonique Diamond Tennis White Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Tectonique Tennis Bangle Bracelet by Cartier. With 36 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds VVS1clarity, E color total weight approximately 5.76ct Details: Length: 7"...
Category

1990s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier Diamond Cabochon Ruby Emerald Platinum Necklace Suite
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional suite by Cartier that dates back to the 1960s, comprising a necklace, bracelet, and matching ear clips, all of a similar design. Each piece is crafted with cabochon ru...
Category

1960s French Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Platinum

Cartier 18KT Yellow Gold & Onyx Cuff Links / Studs Dress Set, c.1970's
Located in New York, NY
Classic 18 karat yellow gold square cuff links and studs set with black onyx. The link style cuff links measure 10.5 mm. The studs (3) measure 7.5...
Category

1970s French Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Love Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold 0.22 CTW
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Love Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold 0.22 CTW PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 118257 Listing Title: Cartier Love Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold 0.22 CTW Condition Description: Retails f...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Gold

Cartier 5 Row Pave Diamond Yellow Gold Band Ring Box Certificate
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous Cartier 5-row wide band ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold and pave-set with brilliant-cut round D-E-F VVS1-VVS2 diamonds weighing an estimated...
Category

2010s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Cartier Maillon de Panthère 18K Yellow Gold 2.60 ct Diamond Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
This impeccably crafted Cartier Maillon de Panthère ring is a luxury piece that will elevate any jewelry collection. The dynamic 18K yellow...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Intense Fancy Yellow Colored Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Colored Diamond Bracelet. This line bracelet is designed as a line of cut cornered modified brilliant-cut white diamonds weighing a ...
Category

Late 20th Century Artist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Sterling Double Handmade Frame
Located in New York, NY
Elegant sterling silver double picture frame. Made and signed by CARTIER. Marked "STERLING SILVER HAND MADE." Allover engine-turned pattern, with a reserve for a monogram. Overall size is 11" x 7 3/4." Each picture size is 4 1/2" x 6 1/2" and will hold a 5" x 7" picture. Original marbelized composite backing. Perfect for two children -- or a wedding photo...
Category

1930s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cartier Ballon Bleu Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic Men Watch W6920042
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned Like new Cartier Ballon Bleu Men's Watch W6920042. Comes with an Original Box and seller's Authenticity Card. Covered by a 3-year Chronostore Warranty. Brand: Cartier Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Model Number: W6920042 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Style: Luxury Model: Cartier Ballon Bleu Vintage...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Ballon Bleu Two Timezone Rose Gold & Stainless Steel Watch W6920027
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Ballon Bleu Two Timezone Rose Gold & Stainless Steel Watch W6920027 - Quartz. Stainless steel & Rose Gold case (38 mm ). Silvered opaline dial with blue steel hands and Roman...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Jewelry & Watches

Cartier Diamond and 18k Tri-Color Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 0.54 carat diamond, 18 carat yellow gold, white gold and rose gold solitaire ring; part of our diverse contemporary jewelry collections. This stunni...
Category

20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Cartier Panther Panthere Peridot Lacquer Yellow Gold Pendant Long Cord Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Panther Peridot Lacquer Pendant on a Long Cord Necklace by Cartier. Part of Cartier's stunning Panthere collection. With 2 peridot stones in the eyes. This necklace...
Category

Early 2000s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Peridot, Yellow Gold

Cartier Panthere de Cartier Diamond & Onyx Bracelet White Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Panthere de Cartier Diamond & Onyx Bracelet in 18K White Gold. The bracelet features approximately 5.90ctw of brilliant cut round diamonds. 7" length 0.55" at widest point
Category

1990s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Stella Diamond Band in 18k White Gold 0.25 CTW
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Stella Diamond Band in 18k White Gold 0.25 CTW PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 118866 Listing Title: Cartier Stella Diamond Band in 18k White Gold 0.25 CT...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Gold

Cartier 'Lobi' Sapphire Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
A stunning cocktail ring, showcasing round diamonds weighing a total of approximately 4.5 carats and buff top blue sapphires. The diamonds are G-H color, VS clarity. Metal is 18k wh...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier 1.30ct VS1 F Color Diamond Solitaire Engagement Platinum Ring
Located in Holland, PA
Platinum 1.30ct Diamond Engagement Solitaire Ring by Cartier. With 1 round brilliant cut diamond VS1 clarity F color total weight 1.30ct Cut, Pol...
Category

Early 2000s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Ballon Bleu de Cartier Rose Gold W69004Z2
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Ballon Bleu de Cartier ladies watch is crafted in a rose gold case measuring 36mm in diameter. The silver dial features roman numer...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Vintage Cartier Double Twisted Chain Link Necklace Set in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Cartier chunky twisted necklace set in 18k yellow gold. The necklace is composed of a number of infinity style polished twisted links and sits beautifully once on the ne...
Category

Early 2000s Unknown Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Tank Moonstone Fashion Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Tank Moonstone Fashion Ring in 18K White Gold PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 111763 Listing Title: Cartier Tank Moonstone Fashion Ring in 18K White Gold Condition Description: Retails...
Category

2010s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Gold

Cartier 18 KT Yellow Gold Cuff Links with .94CT Diamonds 1.25 Ct Ruby Cabochon
Located in New York, NY
Classic 18 karat yellow gold bar style cuff links. The cuff links are set with 0.94 carats of round diamonds, and 1.25 carats of (4) cabochon rubies . When fully opened they measure...
Category

1990s French Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Panther Pearl Onyx Tsavorite White Gold Ring
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Pearl, Tsavorite, and Onyx Ring by Cartier. Part of Cartier's "Panthere" Collection. This adorable ring comes with Cartier box and papers. With 1 8mm cultured pearl ...
Category

20th Century French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Tsavorite, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Onyx, White Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier 18 Karat White Gold Tank Basculante Diamond and Black Onyx Flip Top
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: quartz Function: hours, minutes, seconds, date Case: 32.5 x 22.5mm 18K white gold rectangular case, factory diamond bezel, push pull crown, sapphire crystal Dial: white rom...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Nail & Diamond Gold Charm
Located in New York, NY
Intriguing charm/pendant: a figural nail. Made, signed and numbered by CARTIER NEW YORK. Set with a faceted old-European diamond, approximately .50 carats. There are two hidden l...
Category

1930s American Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Fred Leighton Gold, Emerald and Colored Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Fred Leighton Gold, Emerald and Colored Diamond Brooch In 18k Yellow Gold. This brooch is created in a foliate design, adorned with emerald bead...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald

Cartier 1895 Diamond Wedding Band in Platinum 0.03 CTW
Located in New York, NY
Cartier 1895 Diamond Wedding Band in Platinum 0.03 CTW PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 110788 Listing Title: Cartier 1895 Diamond Wedding Band in Platinum 0.03 CTW Condition Description: Retails for 1,650 USD. In excellent condition and recently polished. Ring size is 4. Cartier size 47...
Category

2010s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Platinum

Vintage Cartier Sapphire and 18K Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive pair of vintage 0.16 carat sapphire, 18 karat yellow gold earrings, made by Cartier; part of our diverse sapphire jewelry collections. These fine and impressive vintage cabochon cut sapphire earrings have been crafted in 18k yellow gold Each earring consists of an 18k yellow gold elongated drop setting, ornamented with a feature collet set cabochon cut sapphire to the apex. Each impressive sapphire setting incorporates a yellow gold scalloped border. The stunning sapphire earrings for non-pierced ears secure to the reverse with a clip-on hinged fastening. These impressive Cartier earrings have been hallmarked to the inside of the setting with the maker's mark (Cartier), the 18k gold fineness mark 750, and the registration number '164369'. The impressive Cartier sapphire earrings...
Category

1990s Unknown Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

C Cartier Wedding Ring Rose Gold 18 Karat
Located in Geneva, CH
C Cartier wedding ring in a rose gold 18k. Simple and classical ring, signed cartier, punched with a serial number and 750. Width: 3 mm EU size 59 US: 8.5 Total weight: 5.8 grams ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Paris 7-Band Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Chic and wearable 7-band ring. Made, signed and numbered by CARTIER PARIS. 18K yellow gold. Consists of seven individual bands. The bands alternate; three are beveled and four ar...
Category

1930s French Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Diamond Solitaire Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Cartier 18k White Gold & Platinum Diamond Solitaire Pendant Necklace. This pendant necklace has a center of 1.01 carat round brilliant center...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Artist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Three Row Paved Diamond Band Ring
Located in Bethesda, MD
From Cartier, a three row diamond pavé band ring in platiunm ♦ Designer: Cartier ♦ Metal: Platinum ♦ Circa 1990s ♦ 40 Diamonds=1.50 carats, F VVS ♦ 4.5mm wide ♦ All French Hallmarks ...
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1990s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond

CARTIER Diamond White Gold Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Cartier necklace is crafted in 18k white gold and features an open heart-shaped enhancer pendant set with 48 brilliant-cut round D-E-F VVS1-VVS2 diamonds weighing an est...
Category

1990s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Étincelle de Cartier Eternity Diamond Wedding Band 0.22 ct. 18K White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Étincelle de Cartier eternity diamond wedding band, 18K white gold, set with 49 brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 0.22 carats. 1.52 mm wide. This ring i...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier 18 Karat Gold Shotgun Shell Hunting Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Fine pair of 18K gold bar cufflinks by Cartier. These cufflinks feature a bar design with each bar designed as a shotgun shell. Of very fine quality and handsome style. Hallmarks:...
Category

Late 20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Santos Dumont 18K Yellow & White Gold Paris Dial 78225 Manual Watch 1980
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Vintage Cartier Model: Santos Dumont Year: 1980’s Movement: Manual Wind Serial number: 78xxxxxxx Reference: C03225 Cartier’s one the most significant model, “The Santos Dumont” is literally the grandfather of the Cartier watch collection. With its unique sharp edges, brushed facets and unmistakable white Roman dial was first assembled in 1904 for Brazilian pilot Alberto Santos Dumont and since, it has inspired everything that followed from Cartier. Most of this model was made in 18K YG hardly seen one with two tones. Case: Show sign of wear with the 18K WG case and 18K YG bezel and case back in size 25 x 36mm without crown Dial: Excellent Aged Condition White Paris Dial w/ Roman numerals and matching blue steel hands Bracelet: w/ Leather Strap & Cartier 18K Deployment Buckle Accessories: Cartier Red Box...
Category

1980s French Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Love Screws Station Long White Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Love Screws Station 47" Long Chain Necklace by Cartier. This necklace was cleaned and inspected by Cartier and comes with service paper from Cartier store. Details: L...
Category

1990s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Gold

Cartier Maillon Panthere Diamond Ring in 18KT White Gold 1.37 CTW
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Maillon Panthere Diamond Ring in 18KT White Gold 1.37 CTW PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 118723 Listing Title: Cartier Maillon Pan...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Gold

Cartier Panther Panthere Emerald Black Onyx Tie Lapel Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Emerald Black Onyx nose Panther Panthere Tie Lapel Pin Brooch by Cartier. With 2 x Green Emerald Eyes and Black Onyx nose Details: Measurements: 35mm x 11mm Weight: ...
Category

1990s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Emerald, Onyx, 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 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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