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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Creator: Emilio!
Creator: Mario Buccellati
Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 30.00 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry New York, a well known dealer located on New York's iconic Fifth Avenue. Hand made by our team. This exceptional classic necklace features each, and every emeral...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

M. Buccellati Vintage Diamond Ruby Sapphire 18k Gold Compact Box
Located in Miami, FL
Stand out with this vintage compact box from the known Mario Buccellati, from around the 1940s, is Italian-made and crafted completely in solid 18K yellow gold.  Features a closure ...
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Emilio Jewelry .50 Carat Each Diamond Oval Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Featuring the front diamonds .50 carat each, and the inside diamonds .40...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Buccellati 18K White Yellow Gold Cultured Pearl Grape Bracelet 6.5"
Located in New York, NY
A vintage bracelet by Mario Buccellati, performed in 18K textured yellow gold with cultured pearls. Signed M.Buccellati, marked 750. Internal circumference 6.5".
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Late 20th Century Jewelry & Watches

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Yellow Gold

Emilio Jewelry Red Carpet Diamond Choker Necklace
Located in New York, NY
From the vault at Emilio Jewelry located on New York's iconic Fifth Avenue, This stunning necklace is perfect for any special occasion, the red carpet Gala, wedding, or any other imp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond

Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 38.00 Carat Diamond Wreath Necklace
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Featuring Certified Gia Diamonds Ranging from Color: D-E-F Clarity: In...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Emilio Jewelry Certified Kashmir Sapphire Ring
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry New York, a trusted and respected dealer located on New York's iconic Fifth Avenue. Main stone: just under 5 carat center Kashmir Sapphire. Certified by Gueblin a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Sapphire

Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified Multi Shape Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
From the vault at Emilio Jewelry New York, Each and every diamond is Gia Certified D-F Color. The clarity ranges from Internally Flawless to Vs2. Approximate Diamond Weight: 36.00 c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond

Fine Estate Mario Buccellati Cabochon Opal Diamond 18K Two Color Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Stunning and substantial estate Mario Buccellati cabochon opal diamond 18K yellow and patinated white gold earrings 20th Century Original Buccellati octagonal burgundy leather velvet lined box The large central 11mm by 9.5mm oval cabochon opals displaying a striking array of colors ranging from turquoise green, violet blue, pink and gold. The gems are set in finely detailed Rose Cut diamond and two color gold settings in the Lace technique, one of the signature Buccellati techniques inspired by Venetian embroideries...
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20th Century Italian Renaissance Jewelry & Watches

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

Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified Internally Flawless Pear Shape Pink Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, A very special Pink diamond dazzles and stuns weighing just over 2.50 ca...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Pink Diamond

Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 22.00 Carat Natural Pink Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
From The Vault at Emilio Jewelry Located on New York's iconic Fifth Avenue Hand made with multi shapes of Natural pink and natural white exotic diamonds featuring heart, oval, cushi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Pink Diamond

Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 12.00 Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
From The Museum Vault at Emilio Jewelry Located on New York's iconic Fifth Avenue, Showcasing a very special and rare Gia certified natural fancy yellow heart shape diamond set in th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Yellow Diamond

Emilio Jewelry 20.73 Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
From the vault at Emilio Jewelry located on New York's Fifth Avenue, featuring a total weight of approximately 20.73 Carats, this meticulous hand made necklace is sure to be a show s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

Emilio Jewelry 1.57 Carat Pink Diamond Cushion Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
center 0.57ct 4 marquise 0.22ct 84 rounds 0.41ct 16 diamonds .37ct From The Vault at Emilio Jewelry Located on New York's iconic Fifth Avenue, Showcasing a very special and rare G...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Pink Diamond

Emilio Jewelry Queen Of Egypt Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, A bracelet fit for a Queen! If you are looking to be the one and only th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond

Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 41.00 Carat Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Featuring over 41.00 carats of Marquise and pear shapes diamonds D-F col...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond

18k White Gold Mario Buccellati Pearl & Diamond French Clip Earrings
Located in San Francisco, CA
Maker: Mario Buccellati Period: Mid 20th Century Metal: 18K White Gold Pearls: Two (2) 14 mm cultured pearls Weight: 12.8 Grams
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1960s Italian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Buccellati Vintage No Heat Blue Sapphire 18k Gold Floral Square Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
This Extraordinary rectangular Vintage  Buccellati Diamond and Sapphire Brooch. This piece was crafted in  Luxurious 18K yellow gold. Measuring approx. 33 mm x 25 mm,  this brooch ...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Mario Buccellati Frame Black Pouch Bag with Pearl
Located in New York, NY
Mario Buccellati Frame Black Pouch Bag with Pearl Rose-cut diamonds, various sizes of emeralds of approximately 2.5 carats, natural saltwater pearl (...
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Early 20th Century Jewelry & Watches

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Pearl, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Emilio Jewelry Rose Cut Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
From the vault at Emilio Jewelry, located on New York's iconic Fifth avenue, One of a kind hand made natural Rose Cut Diamond necklace featur...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Emilio Jewelry Certified 95.00 Carat Burma Ruby Necklace And Bracelet Set
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, This is a necklace and bracelet sold together, however we are happy to s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Ruby

Emilio Jewelry Ruby Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, 11 carats of D-F color vs2 diamonds set with approximately 6.25 carats o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Ruby

Mario Buccellati 1970 Oversized Leafs Clips Earrings Textured 18kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Leafs earrings designed by Buccellati. Beautiful oversized clips-on earrings, made in Milan Italy by the famous jewelry house of Buccellati, back in the late 1970's. These rare pieces were designed with a baroque revival style in the shape of an oversized three dimensional leafs. They was carefully crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karat, with the entire surface finished with the characteristic and iconic Buccellati's etched intricate patterns. Fitted with omega backs for fastening clips and the addition of posts for pierced ears can be easily done. Weight: 16.85 Grams, (10.80 Dwt). Measurements: 32 mm by 31 mm by 6 mm (1.26 x 1.22 x 0.24 Inches). Hallmarks: Stamped with Italian marks, the maker's mark, the assay mark for the 18kt gold, the serial numbers and signed in full, "BUCCELLATI-ITALY .750 13234". Mario Buccellati, was born in 1891 and opened his first enterprise in 1919, after the establishment of stores in Milan, Rome and Florence, began the development of his overseas business by opening a new store on Fifth Avenue in New York in 1954 and another in Worth Avenue in Palm Beach, Florida in 1958. In 1949, Mario Buccellati was commissioned to create an icon by Pope PiUs XII...
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1970s Italian Baroque Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified Mixed Shape Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Please inquire for more images, certificates, details, and any question...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond

Emilio Jewelry Certified Muzo Colombian Vivid Green Emerald Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, We picked the finest Muzo Emeralds for this necklace. The best of our co...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Emerald

Rare Mario Buccellati Silver Nautical Marine Centerpiece Seafood Basket
Located in New York, NY
A Rare Mario Buccellati Italian Silver Nautical Marine Centerpiece Seafood Basket, circa 1950 Introducing a truly extraordinary treasure for collectors and connoisseurs alike: A Rar...
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20th Century Italian Jewelry & Watches

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Silver

Mario Buccellati 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cufflinks
Located in Tokyo, JP
Brand:Mario BUCCELLATI Name:M.BUCCELLATI Cufflinks Material:750 K18 Yellow Gold Weight:13.3g(pair) Size:H16.65mm×W12.31mm / 0.65"×0.48"(Approx) Comes with:BUCCELLATI Case, ,BUCCELLAT...
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Late 20th Century Italian Jewelry & Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emilio Jewelry Certified Cornflower Blue No Heat Sapphire Ring
Located in New York, NY
Main stone: Just over 6 carat “Cornflower Blue” certified No Heat sapphire of superb clarity. The most desirable beautiful color. Ceylon, or Sri Lanka, is located in the southeast ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Sapphire

Emilio Jewelry Certified 168 Carat Royal Emerald Necklace And Earring Suite
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Possessing the vibrant saturation of top quality spectrum of all emerald...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Emerald

Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 28.00 Carat Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Set with 28 carats of Gia Certified natural diamonds. Please inquire fo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond

Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 8.00 Carat Oval Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
From The Vault at Emilio Jewelry Located on New York's iconic Fifth Avenue, Showcasing a very special and rare Gia certified natural fancy intense yellow oval diamond set in the cent...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Yellow Diamond, Platinum

Emilio Jewelry 9.80 Carat Illusion Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Featuring 9.80 carats of mixed diamond shapes D-F Color Vs2 clarity to c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond

Emilio Jewelry Blazing Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, 20.43 carats of natural diamonds, set into this knockout handmade neckl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond

Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 15.15 Carat Oval Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Over 15 carats of natural diamonds. Please inquire for more images, cer...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond

Mario Buccellati Gold Interlocked Link Long Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18k gold classic interlocked woven link necklace by one and only Mario Buccellati, the most coveted maker from the well known designer family. The necklace is 33" long and 0.5" wide...
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20th Century Italian Jewelry & Watches

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Gold

Emilio Jewelry 16.26 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Hoop Earring
Located in New York, NY
EARRING 18KT Gold From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Unique hand made hoop earring light and with minimal m...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Emerald

Emilio Jewelry 10.00 Carat Gia Certified Fancy Intense Yellow Heart Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing a very special Gia certified 10 Carat natural fancy intense yellow diamond in the center. Hand made in the Emilio Jewelry New York Atelier, whom specializes in rare collec...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Yellow Diamond

Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 6.31 Carat Cluster Earring
Located in New York, NY
EARRING 18KT Gold From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Size of each diamond: .50 or half a carat Color Clari...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond

Emilio Jewelry Certified 8.00 Carat No Heat Emerald Cut Ruby Ring
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Showcasing the most spectacular Emerald cut ruby center just over 6.15ct...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Ruby

Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 3.00Carat Flawless Vivid Oval Yellow Diamond
Located in New York, NY
From well known dealer and wholesaler Emilio Jewelry New York, located on New York's iconic Fifth Avenue.. Center Stone: 3.00 ct Fancy Vivid Yellow OVAL Internally Flawless! settin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Yellow Diamond

Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 4.33 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
From the Emilio Jewelry Vault, Showcasing a stunning Gia certified 3.84 Carat natural Ceylon sapphire set in the center, with only heat treatment. The mounting was custom made around...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Sapphire

Emilio Jewelry AGL Certified 3.52 Carat Vivid Green Hexagon Emerald Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
From the vault at Emilio Jewelry located on New York's iconic Fifth Avenue, If you are looking for a super gem, the best of the best Emerald, and a very hard cut to find which is He...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 19.00 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
From The Museum Vault at Emilio Jewelry Located on New York's iconic Fifth Avenue, Showcasing a very special and rare Gia certified natural fancy intense yellow radiant set in the ce...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Yellow Diamond

Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 15.00 Carat Yellow Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Featuring a center Gia Certified Natural Yellow Diamond weighing 15.00 c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Yellow Diamond

Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified Asscher Cut Diamond Eternity Band
Located in New York, NY
1ct each all Gia F-g IF-Vs1 14.22ct From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Please inquire for more images,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond

Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 15.32 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band
Located in New York, NY
1.00ct each all Gia D-F Vvs1-Vs1 15.32ct From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Each diamond is Gia certifie...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Emerald

Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 21.60 Carat Blue Pink Green Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, A bracelet sure to increase in value over time. Set with Gia Certified n...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond

Mario Buccellati Wide Yellow Gold Cuff Bracelet
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Vintage Cuff Bracelet by Mario Buccellati. Details: Weight: 60.8 grams Length: Inner Circumference 6.5" Width: 21.5mm Stamped Hallmarks: M Buccellati 750 Italy *Fre...
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20th Century Italian Jewelry & Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emilio Jewelry Certified Padparascha Sapphire Ring
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Please inquire for more images, certificates, details, and any question...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Sapphire, Padparadscha Sapphire

Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 6.01 Carat Emerald Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
From the vault at Emilio Jewelry located on New York's iconic Fifth Avenue, Set in a hand made Platinum mounting with a very low setting, made to wear everyday and would also be the...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Emilio Jewelry Natural 47 Carat Yellow Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing a knockout natural yellow diamond bracelet with approximately 46.81ct total weight. Measures 1.80cm wide or 3/4 of an inch and 7 inches long. The color hue and saturation ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 6.92 Carat Cushion Emerald Halo Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
From the vault at Emilio Jewelry located on New York's iconic Fifth Avenue, Featuring one of the most gorgeous emeralds we have seen! A truly unique elongated shape the emerald alone...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Emerald, Platinum

Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 10.00 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Featuring a Radiant Gia Certified Natural...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Yellow Diamond

Emilio Jewelry Certified 7.15 Carat Muzo No Oil Colombian Emerald
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Featuring a spectacular rectangular emerald cut old mine Muzo vivid green untreated no oil Colombian Emerald...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Emerald

Mario Buccellati 1970 Milano Bracelet with Organic Leaves Motifs in 18k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Cuff bracelet designed by Mario Buccellati. Beautiful piece, created in Milano Italy by the house of Buccellati, back in the 1970. This cuff bracelet was carefully crafted by Mario Buccellati itself in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with chiseled and engraved finishes. The surfaces are entirely embellished with organics motifs of leaves and accented with the characteristic and iconic Buccellati's incised and chiseled patterns,. Weight: 26.6 grams (17.05 Dwt). Measure: Width of 16 mm (0.63 Inches). Wrist Size: 7 Inches (17.80 Cm). Hallmarks: Engraved with the maker's mark, the Italian mark for the assay of the gold and signed, "M. BUCCELLATI ITALY .750 996". Mario Buccellati, born in 1891 and opened his first enterprise in 1919, after the establishment of stores in Milan, Rome and Florence, began the development of his overseas business by opening a new store on Fifth Avenue in New York in 1954 and another in Worth Avenue...
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1970s Italian Baroque Revival Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 6.60 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known dealer and wholesaler located on New York's iconic Fifth Avenue, Featuring a center unique diamond Gia Certified Rose cut Marquise, D color vvs2 cla...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond

Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 3.00 Carat Each Emerald Cut Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, A truly spectacular bracelet featuring na...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Emerald

Emilio Jewelry AGL Certified 9.30 Carat Muzo Colombian No Oil Investment Ring
Located in New York, NY
Main stone: 8.32 carats GREEN SQUARE CUSHION Matching setting: 14 white diamonds, a total of about 0.98 carats, 18K From the Museum Vault At Emilio Jewelry, Located on New York's iconic Fifth Avenue, The focal point of this ring is the 8.32 Carat AGL Certified No Oil Old Mine Muzo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Emerald

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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