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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Creator: Georg Jensen
Creator: Judith Leiber
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Modernist Cufflinks Model No. 59B
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of fine Georg Jensen cufflinks. In sterling silver. Designed by Henry Pilstrup for Georg Jensen. Marked to one side of the post with Georg Jensen / Sterling / Denmark and ...
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20th Century Danish Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Offspring Link Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Organic natural forms replace conventional links in this striking and contemporary version of a classic sterling silver chain bracelet. Inspired by unbreakable bond between mother an...
Category

2010s Thai Modern Jewelry & Watches

Georg Jensen Vivianna Torun Men's Stainless Steel Watch 224 with Original Box
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Georg Jensen Vivianna Torun Men's Stainless Steel Watch 224 w/ Original Box Model #224 Vivianna Torun Design (1990s) Stainless Steel Round Case 33 mm in Diameter (34 mm w/ Crown) Th...
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1990s Danish Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

George Jensen Moonstone Silver Bar Brooch
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This fully signed and numbered Moonstone bar Brooch has been executed by George Jenson in the 1930's.
Category

1930s Danish Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Moonstone, Silver

1970's Georg Jensen Sterling Red Agate Necklace Vivianna Torun
Located in Toronto, ON
Vivianna Torun Bulow Hube for George Jensen, a rare Sterling Silver Necklace with reddish brown banded agate detachable pendant on collar, Denmark, C. 1975, stamped Georg Jensen in a dotted oval, Denmark, Torun, 133 pendant and 160 collar and 925S. Will fit up to 16 inch neck, pendant drop approximately 2.75 inches, width of agate 2 inches. Item Weight: 123 grams. Ref: The Jewellery Box Jens Ingvordsen P.275. Vivianna Torun Bülow-Hube know as Torun, was born 1927 in Malmo, Sweden. Torun was the first woman silversmith in the world to gain international recognition. She studied at Konstfack, the School of Arts, Crafts and Design in Stockholm, beginning in 1945 while pregnant with her first child, Pia. Eventually she married the child's father, a Danish journalism student. In 1948, Torun spent the summer in Paris meeting Picasso, Braque, Matisse, and the other great artists of the day. She married a French architect and lived in Stockholm until 1956 having a second child, a son, Claude. As early as 1952, Torun exhibited her jewelry, made both in Stockholm and France (and bearing hallmarks from each country) in Paris. In 1956 she moved to France with her third husband, Walter Coleman. She designed jewelry for among others, Billie Holiday which Holiday wore when she performed. The couple moved to Biot in the south of France. Torun produced many pieces during this period when young Swedish silversmiths would come to work in her studio, introducing her to new techniques. Torun renewed her acquaintance with Picasso who lived in the area and an exhibition of Torun jewelry...
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1970s Danish Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Agate, Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen USA Sterling Silver Spoon
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver spoon by Georg Jensen Inc USA. No monogram Small floral design on handle, large bowl, like a small ladle. Measures approx 5 1...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Silver Butterfly Necklace #104A, Edvard Kindt-Larsen
Located in Glasgow, GB
A sterling silver 'Butterfly' Necklace #104A, designed by Edvard Kindt-Larsen for Georg Jensen. The necklace is stamped Georg Jensen within dotted oval, 'Sterling Denmark', '104A', ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Offspring Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Two sterling silver organic forms - one pavé set with diamonds - are linked together forever, symbolising perhaps the bond between mother and child, two lovers or even close friends....
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2010s Thai Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Offspring Pendant
Offspring Pendant
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Georg Jensen Estate Checkerboard Cufflinks Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Georg Jensen Estate Checkerboard Cufflinks Silver GJ16 These elegant Authentic Georg Jensen Men's Checkerboard Cufflinks are made of sterling silver and have a weight of ...
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1990s American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver

Georg Jensen Deer Brooch Denmark 256 Sterling Silver Designed by Arno Malinowski
Located in New York, NY
This is the wonderful Georg Jensen Denmark Sterling Silver Kneeling Deer Brooch. The brooch is fully hallmarked with the Georg Jensen oval dotted punch, 925 Sterling Denmark and des...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Moonlight Grapes Earrings 551L Silver
Located in New York, NY
Dramatic and sculptural, these sterling silver earrings resemble an abstracted bunch of grapes that hangs down elegantly from the ear. The beads have an oxidized finish that accentuates their sculptural form and are articulated in different sections bringing a sense of movement as they hang freely. Inspired by a grape motif in early Georg Jensen silverware...
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2010s Thai Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver

Georg Jensen Estate Sterling Silver Cufflinks 15.1 Grams
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Georg Jensen Estate Sterling Silver Cufflinks 15.1 Grams GJ8 These elegant Authentic Georg Jensen Men's Cufflinks are made of sterling silver and ha...
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1990s American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Offspring Pendant 1433A Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Celebrate the unbreakable bond between mother and child with the Offspring pendant. Two delicate egg shapes are interlocked, the small one protected by ...
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2010s Thai Modern Jewelry & Watches

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Cufflinks Model #44D with Chrysoprase Cabochons
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of fine vintage Georg Jensen cufflinks. In sterling silver with chrysoprase cabochons Designed by Harald Nielsen for Georg Jensen Pattern no. 44D. Marked to one side of th...
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1940s Danish Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Chrysophrase, Sterling Silver

Offspring Earhook 433A Silver
Located in New York, NY
wo organic natural egg shaped are forever linked together, the smaller one nestling inside the larger one, to form these stunning sterling silver earrings. Symbolising the strong rel...
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2010s Thai Modern Jewelry & Watches

Moonlight Grapes Ear Stud 1551D Yellow Gold, Diamond, Total 0.07 Carat
Located in New York, NY
These subtle and sophisticated ear studs are each formed from two 18 karat recycled yellow gold beads clustered together with a single diamond. With an elegant simplicity that respects Georg Jensen...
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2010s Thai Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Georg Jensen Estate Mens Cufflinks Set with Tie Pin Without Back of Tie Pin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Georg Jensen Estate Mens Cufflinks Set With Tie Pin Without Back of Tie Pin Silver GJ11 These elegant Authentic Georg Jensen Men's Cufflinks are ma...
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1990s American Jewelry & Watches

Moonlight Grapes Pendant 551H, Silver, Diamond, 0.07 Carat
Located in New York, NY
Understated and elegant, this beautiful pendant is formed from two sterling silver beads clustered together with a single brilliant cut diamond and suspended from a fine chain. Conte...
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2010s Thai Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Pair of Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Cufflinks No. 96
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of Georg Jensen sterling silver cufflinks Model no. 96. Designed by Harry V. Larsen for Georg Jensen circa 1960. Simply a wonderful pair of cufflinks from one of Denm...
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20th Century Danish Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Tulip Brooch No. 100A
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Georg Jensen sterling silver pin or brooch. Model no. 100A. 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 Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Vivianna Diamond Bangle Watch XS
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Georg Jensen Vivianna Bangle Watch Model: 326 Serial: 141371 This beautifully designed open bangle watch by Georg Jensen has a round case 27mm in diameter Pave diamond dial is se...
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Late 20th Century Danish Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Antique Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Owl Salt & Pepper Shakers Model No. 36
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of antique salt and pepper shakers. By Georg Jensen. In sterling silver. Model. no. 36. Designed by Georg Jensen. Each...
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1920s Danish Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Moonlight Grapes Pendant 1551C Yellow Gold, Diamond, Total 0.07 Carat
Located in New York, NY
With its two beads of 18 karat recycled yellow gold clustered together with a single brilliant cut diamond, this pendant is an understated but luxurious piece of jewellery. Combining...
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2010s Thai Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Georg Jensen Magic White Gold Rings
Located in New York, NY
Georg Jensen "Magic" white gold rings Pavé-set brilliant-cut diamonds, 18 karat white gold; marked GJ, 750, 49, 1513A, 1513B Can be worn together or separately Size: 4.75-5 US Tot...
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Georg Jensen Denmark #91 Sterling Silver Pin / Brooch
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver pin/brooch #91 by Georg Jensen, Denmark. Georg Jensen's Pattern # 91 featuring a sterling silver oval dome at the center, surrounded by silver beaded accents, leaf d...
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20th Century Danish Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Georg Jensen Art Nouveau Solid Silver Butler's Bell Push No. 59
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Georg Jensen silver bell push. In 830 silver. Model no. 59. With floral decoration to the top, hand hammered work to the sides, an ...
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver

Pair of Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Sea Shell Cufflinks No. 99
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of Georg Jensen sterling silver cufflinks Model no. 99. Simply a wonderful pair of cufflinks from one of Denmark's premier silversmiths! Date: 20th Century, post-1945 ...
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20th Century Danish Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Cufflinks No. 59A
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of Georg Jensen sterling silver cufflinks. Model no. 59A. Designed by Henry Pilstrup for Georg Jensen. Simply a wonderful pair of cufflinks from one of Denmark's premi...
Category

20th Century Danish Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Torun Sodalite Necklace, Denmark, C.1975
Located in Toronto, ON
Vivianna Torun Bulow Hube for George Jensen, a rare Sterling Silver Necklace with Sodalite detachable pendant on collar, Denmark, C. 1975, stamped Georg Jensen in a dotted oval, Denmark, Torun, 133 pendant and 160 collar and 925S. Will fit up to 16 inch neck, pendant drop approximately 2.70 inches, width of sodalite 1.75 inches. Item Weight: 123 grams. Ref: The Jewellery Box Jens Ingvordsen P.275.Vivianna Torun Bülow-Hube know as Torun, was born 1927 in Malmo, Sweden. Torun was the first woman silversmith in the world to gain international recognition. She studied at Konstfack, the School of Arts, Crafts and Design in Stockholm, beginning in 1945 while pregnant with her first child, Pia. Eventually she married the child's father, a Danish journalism student. In 1948, Torun spent the summer in Paris meeting Picasso, Braque, Matisse, and the other great artists of the day. She married a French architect and lived in Stockholm until 1956 having a second child, a son, Claude. As early as 1952, Torun exhibited her jewelry, made both in Stockholm and France (and bearing hallmarks from each country) in Paris. In 1956 she moved to France with her third husband, Walter Coleman. She designed jewelry for among others, Billie Holiday which Holiday wore when she performed. The couple moved to Biot in the south of France. Torun produced many pieces during this period when young Swedish silversmiths would come to work in her studio, introducing her to new techniques. Torun renewed her acquaintance with Picasso who lived in the area and an exhibition of Torun jewelry...
Category

20th Century Danish Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jenson 18 Carat Yellow Gold Bracelet with Navette Shaped Links 1963 Danish
Located in London, GB
Description An elegant 18ct gold vintage bracelet by Georg Jensen 1963, formed of three rows of double-sided domed navette shaped links running horizontally along the length of the b...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold

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

Materials

Amazonite, Sterling Silver

Pair of Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Cufflinks No. 57
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of Georg Jensen sterling silver cufflinks. Model no. 57. Simply a wonderful pair of Mid-Century cufflinks from one of Denmark's premier silversmiths! Date: 20th Centur...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Moonlight Grape Bracelet
Located in San Antonio, TX
George Jensen 18k Vermeil over .925 Silver "Moonlight Grape" Bracelet designed by Harald Nielson.
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2010s Danish Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Pair of Georg Jensen Bernadotte Sterling Silver Salt Spoons
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of fine antique sterling silver salt spoons. By Georg Jensen. In the Bernadotte pattern. Designed by Sigvard Bernadotte....
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Judith Leiber Glass Cabochon Enamel Frog Brooch & Earrings Set c 1980s
Located in University City, MO
Judith Leiber Charming glass cabochon white enamel frog brooch & earrings set c 1980s The set is designed with a trio of endearing creamy white enamel frogs; embellished with small glass cabochons in a myriad of jewel tone colors The trio of frogs makes a fun whimsical accessory...
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1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Enamel, Gilt Metal

Georg Jensen Heart Leaf Brooch Denmark 242 Sterling Silver Mid-Century Modern
Located in New York, NY
This is the wonderful Georg Jensen Denmark Sterling Silver Heart and Leaf Brooch. The brooch is fully hallmarked with the Georg Jensen oval dotted punch, Sterling Denmark and design...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Georg Jensen Two Piece Fusion Puzzle Ring in 18k Yellow and White Gold
Located in London, GB
A rather interesting vintage Georg Jensen two piece Fusion puzzle ring set in solid 18k yellow and white gold. This unique piece is composed of two different coloured gold bands ea...
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2010s Unknown Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Georg Jensen 18ct Gold Fusion Pendant Necklace
Located in Glasgow, GB
A Georg Jensen 18ct yellow, white, and rose gold 'Fusion' pendant necklace. Assay: - The pendant is stamped with the Georg Jensen within dotted ov...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Georg Jensen by Tuk Fisher, Yellow Gold Modernist Bracelet 1963
Located in New York, NY
A rare, substantial and elegant 18-karat yellow gold bracelet designed by Tuk Fischer for Georg Jensen, 1963. The bracelet is hinged and fully flexible for...
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1960s Danish Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver 5 Piece Tea Service in Pattern 80
Located in Brisbane, QLD
A five-piece tea and coffee service in sterling silver with ebony handles and finials in Georg Jensen's pattern 80, designed in 1915, hallmarked for a post-1945 manufacture. While Jensen's reverence for traditional Danish design and interest in themes of nature were often married in equal part to the popular Art...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Landby/Nordic #76 Coffee Spoon
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Landby / Nordic #76 pattern demitasse spoon. By Georg Jensen. Designed by Oscar Gundlach-Pedersen in 1937. With a post-1945 factory mark. Simply a wonderful Georg Jensen spoon...
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20th Century Danish Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Judith Leiber Gold Tone Monkey Trinket Box
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This is the most adorable monkey themed trinket pill box by none other than Judith Leiber! Add a little fun to your daily life and keep this in your b...
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1980s American Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Sterling Silver Candleabra #956 by Henning Koppel for Georg Jensen
Located in Brisbane, QLD
A modernist sterling silver candelabra with an organic, sculptural form designed by Henning Koppel (1918-1981) for Georg Jensen in...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Early Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Flower Brooch No. 28, 1925-1930
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Georg Jensen sterling silver pin or brooch. Model no. 28. Designed by Georg Jensen. In the form of a hand-hammered, stylized flowers. Simply a wonderful brooch from Denmar...
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rare Georg Jensen 203 Torun Sterling Silver Smoky Quartz Bangle
Located in St Helens, GB
A beautiful Georg Jensen bangle. Sterling silver example. Set with a huge single smoky quartz stone. Model number 203. Hallmarks ; Torun, 203, Georg Jensen, full marks Weight ; 78 g...
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20th Century Danish Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Quartz, Sterling Silver

Stunning Brand New in the Original Box Georg Jensen Cobra Chrome Pitcher Jug
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this brand new in the original box Georg Jensen Cobra Pitcher jug ...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Judith Leiber Wheel of the Year Gold Choker
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Gorgeous vintage Judith Leiber 'wheel of the year' gold plated choker necklace! The pendant is very large and definitely a fun statement piece that will s...
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1970s American Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold

Georg Jensen Estate Sterling Silver Cufflinks 16.84 Grams
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Georg Jensen Estate Sterling Silver Cufflinks 16.84 Grams GJ6 These elegant Authentic Georg Jensen Men's Cufflinks are made of sterling silver and h...
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1990s Danish Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen, White Gold Centenary Ring with Diamond '7'
Located in Heerlen, NL
One (1) 18K. White Gold Ring , stamped: 750 & Georg Jensen. Set woth one (1) Round Brilliant Cut Natural Diamond = 0.22 ct VVS-F Total Weight± 6.68 grams. Size ± 17,25 (54) USA (7)...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Georg Jensen Modernist Sterling Silver Cufflinks Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful expression of the Georg Jensen Silver legacy; these Cufflinks characterized by an eclectic and energetic style, combine traditional decorative expressions with edgy shapes ...
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1960s Danish Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Arno Malinowski for Georg Jensen Gold Plated Sterling Silver Necklace 132
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage gold plate over sterling silver necklace designed by Arno Malinowski, pattern #132, circa 1960s. Rare in the gold plate over sterling option, this piece features stylized tr...
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1960s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen, White Gold Diamond Ring "CASCADE" nr 3568220
Located in Heerlen, NL
One 18 karat White Gold Ring, Stamped: 750 and "Georg Jensen" Set with 3 briljant cut Diamonds = 0.33 ct. VVS F-G Wight of the Ring: 4.36 grams Sice of the Ring: 17 ( 53) USA; 6.5 ...
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2010s Danish Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Acorn Pattern Cheese Slicer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage Georg Jensen silver cheese slicer. By Georg Jensen. In sterling silver. In the Acorn pattern. Simply a great piece of silver from Jensen! Perfect for a stylish wi...
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20th Century Danish Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

9ct 375 Gold "21st" Key by Georg Jensen
Located in London, GB
9ct 375 Gold Goldsmiths - Georg Jensen -Key Pendant For 21st Birthday celebration ! Era 1970s - Bright Buttercup Yellow Gold - This is solid Gold - Not H...
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Late 20th Century British Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold

Georg Jensen Nanna Ditzel Sterling Silver Necklace No. 106
Located in Toronto, ON
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Necklace by Nanna Ditzel, No. 106. Modernist design, post 1940 marks. Georg Jensen oval dotted punch Sterling Denmark 106 marks. Length: 14.25 inches. Item weight: 114 grams. Ref: P. 274 Georg Jensen Jewelry...
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20th Century Danish Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver and Amethyst Pendant Designed by Bent Gabrielsen
Located in Big Bend, WI
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver and Amethyst Pendant Designed By Bent Gabrielsen, design number 145 Designer: Bent Gabrielsen Maker: Georg Jensen Design #: 145 Circa: post 45 (1945-77)...
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Late 20th Century Danish Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Denmark Acorn Sterling Silver Caviar Shovel
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver caviar shovel in the Acorn pattern by Georg Jensen The Acorn pattern was introduced in 1915 as a collaboration between Georg Jensen and designer Johan Ronde. The Aco...
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20th Century Danish Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Ring in Sterling Silver, Model 28A, Late 20th Century
Located in bronshoj, DK
Georg Jensen ring in sterling silver. Model 28A. Late 20th century. Width: 4 mm. Diameter: 15 mm. US size: 4.25. In excellent condition. Stamped. In most cases, we can change the siz...
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Late 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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