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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Creator: Georg Jensen
Creator: Mario Buccellati
Mario Buccellati Diamond 18k Two-Color Gold Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the timeless beauty of the Mario Buccellati Ramage Diamond 18k Two-Color Gold Leaf Band Ring, a dazzling testament to the Italian craftsmanship synonymous with the Buccell...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Georg Jensen Vivianna Torun Sterling Amethyst Quartz Necklace
Located in Toronto, ON
Rare Sterling Silver Necklace and double tear drop design no 135 with Amethyst and Quartz Drops Designed by Vivianna Torun Bulow-Hube for Georg Jensen C.1960, together with Necklet c...
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1960s Danish Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz, Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Denmark Sterling Silver 60 Oval Dome Leaf Pin/Brooch #14682
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage sterling silver dome leaf pin by Georg Jensen Denmark. Pattern # 60, a beautifully detailed oval pin featuring at silver dome surrounded by a leaf design frame. Measures ap...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

1980's Georg Jensen Vivianna Torun Sterling Silver large Earrings No 369
Located in Toronto, ON
Stunning Georg Jensen Vivianna Torun Bülow-Hübe Sterling Silver Earrings, No 369 for Georg Jensen, Copenhagen, Denmark, 1980's. Hanging double swirls spiral rare large model. Drop: ...
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1980s Danish Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring #A110B
Located in Glasgow, GB
A Danish sterling silver ring, #A110B, designed by Andreas Mikkelsen for Georg Jensen. Stamped Georg Jensen within dotted oval mark, '925 S', 'Denmark', and 'A110B'. The ring is hal...
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1970s Danish Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Buccellati 18k Gold Geminato Button Earrings
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Buccellati "Geminato" button earrings in 18k yellow gold with hand-engraved white gold accents. Circular dome design with Buccellati's signature Rigato-style brushed gold finish. O...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georg Jensen Denmark Acorn Sterling Silver Handle Fruit Knife #12781
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver handle fruit knife in the Acorn pattern by Georg Jensen. The Acorn pattern was introduced in 1915 as a collaboration between Georg Jensen and designer Johan Ronde. T...
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20th Century Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

1940s Buccellati Leaf Lapel Pin Brooch, 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
Mario Buccellati Leaf Lapel Pin / Brooch - 18 Karat Yellow Gold Features: Very rare corkscrew twist back Rich 18 Karat Yellow Gold Finely detailed, te...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mario Buccellati Large Size Silver Parrot
Located in New York, NY
Mario Buccellati Large Size Silver Parrot A life-size silver parrot crafted with a technique known as ‘lavorazione a pelo’ or ‘hair-like workmanship. This technique involved infini...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver

Mario Buccellati Life Size Silver Yorkshirre Terrier Dog
Located in New York, NY
Mario Buccellati Life Size Silver Yorkshirre Terrier Dog. A life-size silver dog crafted with a technique know as ‘lavorazione a pelo’ or ‘hair-like workmanship. This technique invo...
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1970s Italian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver

Georg Jensen Denmark Sterling Silver 100B Tulip Pin/Brooch #14681
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage sterling silver tulip and berries pin by Georg Jensen Denmark. Pattern # 100B, a beautifully detailed round pin featuring 2 tulips and three berries. Measures approx 1 3/4"...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mario Buccellati Life Size Silver Baby Zebra
Located in New York, NY
Mario Buccellati life size silver Zebra. A life-size silver zebra crafted with a technique know as ‘lavorazione a pelo’ or ‘hair-like workmanship. This technique involved infinite si...
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1970s Italian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver

Mario Buccellati Life Size Silver Rabbit
Located in New York, NY
Mario Buccellati life size silver rabbit. A life-Size silver rabbit crafted with a technique know as ‘lavorazione a pelo’ or ‘hair-like workmanship. This technique involved infinite ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver

Georg Jensen Denmark Acorn Sterling Silver Sugar Shovel #12677
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver sugar shovel in the Acorn pattern by Georg Jensen of Denmark. The Acorn pattern was introduced in 1915 as a collaboration between Georg Jensen and designer Johan Ron...
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20th Century Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Designed by Henning Koppel Ref 303, Outstanding Condition
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our Georg Jensen designed by Henning Koppel reference 303 is the large size with 41mm stainless steel case with convex glass and black gloss dial , original leather strap and tang bu...
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2010s Jewelry & Watches

Mario Buccellati Ramage Diamond 18k Two-Color Gold Leaf Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the timeless beauty of the Mario Buccellati Ramage Diamond 18k Two-Color Gold Leaf Band Ring, a dazzling testament to the Italian craftsma...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Blossom Pin C.1940 No 65
Located in Toronto, ON
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Blossom Pin C.1940 No 65. Stylised blossom floral pin brooch. Measures approximately 2.00 x 1.50 inches. Weight:15.80 grams. Full Georg Jensen Sterling D...
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1940s Danish Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

9ct 375 Gold Georg Jensen Driving Licence Charm
Located in London, GB
9ct 375 Georg Jensen Driving License Charm Opens to reveal shabby paperwork Weigh 2.6 grams Fully Hallmarked on reverse Dated 1972 “front cover appears faded - paperwork inside in s...
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Late 20th Century European Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Wide Dove Bracelet No. 32 with Moonstones
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Georg Jensen dove bracelet with gemstones. In sterling silver. Model no. 32. Designed by Kristian Mohl-Hansen for Georg Jensen. Comprised ...
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20th Century Danish Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Moonstone, Sterling Silver

Mario Buccellati 1.88 Carat Diamond Gold Band Ring
Located in Napoli, Italy
Indulge in the timeless elegance of this Mario Buccellati Diamond 18k White Gold Ramage Band. Meticulously crafted, this band is a testament to Buccellati's legacy of creating except...
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Late 20th Century Italian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Mario Buccellati Unique 18K Gold Triangle Satin Link Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Collectible Stunning vintage Mario Buccellati triangular link chain statement necklace forged in 18K Yellow gold. From the world-renowned house of Mario Buccellati known for its uni...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold

M. Buccellati Vintage Carved Emerald Gold Silver Wine Leaf Bangle Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
A precious gift to any Buccellati lovers. This very rare piece is an early work of Master Mario Buccellati which was crafted in Siver and 18k yellow gold.  Romantic 18k gold wine lea...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Emerald, Gold, Silver

Mario Buccellati Vintage 18k Gold Curb Link Chain Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Buccellati continues to be most desired for its sophistication and elegance and has become a truly iconic jewelry maker. This very elegant Vintage piece is made By its founder Mario ...
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1960s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Georg Jensen Nanna Ditzel Sterling Hematite Brooch No 328
Located in Toronto, ON
Georg Jensen Nanna Ditzel Sterling Hematite Brooch, design no 328, Nana and Jorgen Ditzel C.1960. The brooch in the form of an oyster with pearl. Measures: 2 1/8 x 1 5/8 inches. Tota...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Hematite, Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Lotus Bracelet, Per Hertz
Located in Glasgow, GB
A sterling silver 'Lotus' Bracelet, designed by Per Hertz for Georg Jensen. Stamped with post-1945 Georg Jensen marks, '925S Denmark', and with Danish Common Control Marks for sterl...
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Early 2000s Danish Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Tulip Vintage Large Stud Earrings Sterling 925 Danish 100 Clip-Ons
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Georg Jensen Design: Tulip Style Number: 100 Era: Vintage Metal Content: Sterling Silver Style: Large Stud Fastening Type: Non-Pierced Clip-Ons Features: Hollow construction...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Jensen & Wendel Denmark Acorn Sterling Handle Stainless Blade Knives 8" #14923
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Set of 8 sterling silver handle stainless blade knives in the Acorn pattern by Georg Jensen. The Acorn pattern was introduced in 1915 as a collaboration between Georg Jensen and des...
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20th Century Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Silver Butterfly Bracelet #104A, Edvard Kindt-Larsen
Located in Glasgow, GB
A sterling silver 'Butterfly' Bracelet #104A, designed by Edvard Kindt-Larsen for Georg Jensen. Stamped with post-1945 Georg Jensen marks, '925S Denmark', '104A', and with London ha...
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Early 2000s Danish Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Amber Anniversary Brooch #42
Located in Glasgow, GB
A sterling silver amber anniversary (1904-94) brooch #42, by Georg Jensen. The brooch is stamped with the Georg Jensen within dotted oval mark, '925 S', 'Denmark', & '42'. Hallmarke...
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Late 20th Century Danish Jugendstil Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Amber, Silver, Sterling Silver

14 Karat Yellow Gold Leaf Pin/Brooch #14640
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Georg Jensen 14 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch/Pin- This elegant leaf brooch by Georg Jensen is crafted in meticulously detailed 14K yellow gold. Size: 56 mm x 18 mm Weight: 8...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georg Jensen Inc USA 136 Sterling Silver Pastry Cake Pie Server #14717
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver pastry server #137 by Georg Jensen Inc USA. Georg Jensen Inc was a store known for Scandinavian imports located in NYC 1935-1968. This serving piece (#137) features ...
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1930s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Tie Bar No. 82
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Georg Jensen tie bar. In sterling silver. Model no. 82. Designed by Flemming Eskildsen for Georg Jensen. Simply a wonderful tie clip f...
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20th Century Danish Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Art Nouveau Georg JensenPendant Necklace Silver Turquoise Horn Leaves
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This striking Art Nouveau pendant has been designed by Georg Jensen, Denmark. This unusual jewel was handcrafted out of sterling silver in the beginning of the 20th century. It is de...
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1910s Danish Art Nouveau Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Turquoise, Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver & Chrysoprase Ring No. 11A
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage Georg Jensen ring. In sterling silver. Model no. 11A. Designed by Georg Jensen. Bezel-set with a chrysoprase cabochon. Bearing a Post-1945 maker's mark. Marked t...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Chrysophrase, Sterling Silver

Mario Buccellati Tutti Frutti Sapphire Emerald 1960 Gold Cuff Bracelet
Located in Napoli, Italy
Iconic Mario Buccellati Wide Bracelet in yellow gold set with Tutti Frutti carved natural emeralds and sapphire. The rigato effect is obtained by handmade engraving. Small and shiny...
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1960s Italian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver & Carnelian Brooch No. 269
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Georg Jensen brooch or pin. In sterling silver. Model no. 269. Designed by Henry Pilstrup for Georg Jensen. With a small carnelian cabochon to its center. Bearing...
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20th Century Danish Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Carnelian, Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Inc USA 135 Sterling 2pc Fork & Spoon Salad Serving Set #14716
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver 2pc salad serving set #135 by Georg Jensen USA. Georg Jensen Inc was a store known for Scandinavian imports located in NYC 1935-1968. This serving set (#135) include...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Georg Jensen 18K "Forget-Me-Knot" Drop Earrings Designed by V. Torun
Located in Big Bend, WI
Pair of Georg Jensen 18K "Forget-Me-Knot" Drop Earrings Designed By Vivianna Torun Designer: Vivianna Torun Maker: Georg Jensen Design #: Circa: late 20th century Dimensions: 2.625”...
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Late 20th Century Danish Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver "Grapes" Brooch or Pin No. 217A
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Georg Jensen sterling silver pin or brooch. Model no. 217A (part of the 'Grapes' collection). Designed by Harald Nielsen for Georg Jensen circa 1930. Simply a wonderful bro...
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20th Century Danish Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Jensen & Wendel Denmark Acorn Sterling Handle Stainless Blade Cake Knife #14714
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver handle stainless blade cake knife in the Acorn pattern by Georg Jensen. The Acorn pattern was introduced in 1915 as a collaboration between Georg Jensen and designer...
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1940s Art Nouveau Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Estate Cufflinks Sterling Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Georg Jensen Estate Cufflinks Sterling Silver GJ23 These elegant Authentic Georg Jensen Men's Cufflinks are made of sterling silver and have a weight of 14.3 grams. TRUSTED SELLER ...
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1990s American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Estate Mens Cufflinks Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Georg Jensen Estate Mens Cufflinks Silver GJ17 These elegant Authentic Georg Jensen Men's Cufflinks are made of sterling silver and have a weight of 15 grams. TRUSTED SELLER SINCE ...
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1990s American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver

Mario Buccellati Diamond Earrings 18k Gold Vintage Italian Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A pair of vintage Mario Buccellati diamond earrings, made in 18k white and yellow gold. These airy earrings are crafted from twisted gold wire that are part of an openwork design. The wire is crisscrossed inside an oval gold shape to create a rhombus pattern. Each rhombus has a white gold element to stage a diamond. These vintage diamond earrings are designed in a classic Buccellati’s style: lacy, delicate, and sophisticated. They are big and sparkly yet are not loud. It’s a perfectly balanced example of exquisite Buccellati workmanship. The vintage earrings are made of 18 karat yellow gold and white gold and encrusted with round brilliant cut diamonds (G-H color, VS clarity, approximately 2.30 carats total weight). The earrings measure 1" x 7/8" (2.7 x 2.2 cm) and weigh 12.8 grams. They are stamped with Mario Buccellati maker's mark, Italian hallmark, hallmark for 18 karat gold, country of manufacture. About Buccellati Brand: Mario Buccellati (1891-1965) established the first brand’s store in Milan in 1919. Poet Gabriele D’Annunzio titled Buccellati “the Prince of Goldsmiths” because of jeweler’s extraordinary talent of turning gold and silver into luxury art objects. Through the years this talent has been the core of the Buccellati’s style. In 1966, Gianmaria Buccellati (1929-2015) with his brother, Luca, took over the family business after their father's death. Today the House is led by third- and fourth generation Buccellati, Honorary President and Creative Director Andrea Buccellati and his daughter, Lucrezia Buccellati Wildenstein. Buccellati design is highly recognizable due to multiple engraving and piercing techniques applied to the pieces. Texture of gold recreating the look of Venetian lace, linen and tulle created by handmade Italian techniques inherited through generations. The world of flora and fauna is a big source of inspiration for creating famous Buccellati brooches. Weightless Buccellati butterfly brooch...
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1960s Italian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Vintage M. Bucellatti 18k White Gold Cross on Satin Choker with 18k Fittings
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This very unique and architectural M. Bucellatti vintage cross is crafted in 18k white gold and is suspended by a lovely 2mm round black satin, choker ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Georg Jensen Estate Mens Cufflinks Sterling Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Georg Jensen Estate Mens Cufflinks Sterling Silver GJ22 These elegant Authentic Georg Jensen Men's Cufflinks are ma...
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1990s American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Estate Mens Tie Bar 1.5" Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Georg Jensen Estate Mens Tie Bar 1.5" Silver GJ20 This elegant Authentic Georg Jensen Men's Tie Bar is made of sterling silver and has a weight of 5 gra...
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1990s American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver

Georg Jensen Estate Dolphin Cufflinks Sterling Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Georg Jensen Estate Dolphin Cufflinks Sterling Silver GJ21 These elegant Authentic Georg Jensen Men's Cufflinks are made of sterling silver and weight 11 grams. TRUSTED SELLER SINC...
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1990s American Jewelry & Watches

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Sterling Silver

Bent Knudsen Sterling Silver Ring with Amethyst
Located in Big Bend, WI
Bent Knudsen Sterling Silver Ring with Amethyst Designer: Bent Knudsen Maker: Bent Knudsen Design #: Circa: Dimensions: Country of Origin: D...
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Late 20th Century Danish Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Agate Ring Sterling Silver C.1960
Located in Toronto, ON
Rare design George Jensen Sterling Silver bloodstone agate Ring C.1960. Bezel set with large oval cabochon bloodstone agate gauging approximately 35 mm x 28 mm, plain shank full Geor...
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1960s Danish Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Agate, Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Henning Koppel Sterling Silver Bracelet, Amoeba #89
Located in Toronto, ON
Georg Jensen Henning Koppel Sterling Silver Bracelet, Amoeba #89. Designed by Henning Koppel 1918 - 1981. Stamped with post 1945 Hallmarks dotted oval Georg Jensen, Sterling, Denmark...
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1960s Danish Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Sterling Silver

Set of 8 Georg Jensen & Wendel Denmark Acorn Sterling Silver Teaspoons #15035
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Set of 8 sterling silver teaspoons in the Acorn pattern by Georg Jensen. The Acorn pattern was introduced in 1915 as a collaboration between Georg Jensen and designer Johan Ronde. T...
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20th Century Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

M. Buccellati Vintage Diamond Gold Ruby Butterfly Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
Mario Buccellati Diamond Ruby Butterfly Brooch Pin Presenting a collectible Butterfly brooch by Buccellati with a Natural elongated Pear Diamond and Ruby Eyes Created by Mario Bucce...
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Georg Jensen Moonlight Blossom #10 Ball Sterling Silver Ring Estate Find
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Moonlight Blossom #10 Ball Ring. Size 8.5. Marked: GEORG JENSEN (in dotted oval) STERLING 10 Denmark. Made 1933-44 by Georg Jen...
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1930s Danish Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Sterling Silver

Vintage 1960s Mario Buccellati Gold Squares Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold. Signed by Mario Buccellati Made in Italy Size 7 3/4 inches
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1960s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring #99
Located in Glasgow, GB
A sterling silver modernist ring #99, designed by Henning Koppel for Georg Jensen. Stamped Georg Jensen within dotted oval mark, '925 S', 'Denmark', & '99'. The ring is UK hallmark...
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1970s Danish Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Brooch or Pin No. 324 by Henning Koppel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Georg Jensen brooch. In sterling silver. Model no. 324. Designed by Henning Koppel for Georg Jensen. Simply a wonderful abstract brooch! Date: 20th Century Overall Cond...
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20th Century Danish Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique George Jensen Sterling Malachite drop Earrings No 28 C.1935.
Located in Toronto, ON
Rare Antique George Jensen Sterling Malachite drop Earrings No 28 C.1935. Wonderful rare design bezel set at top with round cabochon malachite and below with oval cabochon malachite....
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1930s Danish Art Nouveau Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Malachite, Sterling Silver

Set of 8 Georg Jensen & Wendel Denmark Acorn Sterling Silver Forks 6 5/8" #14946
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Set of 8 sterling silver forks 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 A...
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20th Century Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver, 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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