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

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Sterling Silver

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

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

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

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Sterling Silver

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

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Sterling Silver

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

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Amazonite, Sterling Silver

Seaman Schepps 1940 Art Deco Necklace 14Kt Gold 40.54 Ctw Diamonds & Aquamarine
Located in Miami, FL
Convertible necklace brooch designed by Seaman Schepps. Very rare and highly collectible piece, created at the Seaman Schepps atelier in N...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

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

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Sterling Silver, Silver

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

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Sterling Silver

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

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Sterling Silver

Seaman Schepps Gold and Black Onyx Artichoke Clip
Located in New York, NY
A gold and black onyx artichoke clip designed by Seaman Schepps. The carved black onyx in the form of an artichoke, applied with diamond-shaped go...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold

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

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Coral, Sterling Silver

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

Materials

Sterling Silver

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

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Sterling Silver

Seaman Schepps New York 18Kt Yellow Gold Clip Earrings with Caged Wood Carvings
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of clips-earrings designed by Seaman Schepps. A iconic vintage pair, made in New York city by the American jewelers Seaman Schepps. They was crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 ...
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1970s American Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

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Diamond, Sterling Silver

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

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Gold, Sterling Silver

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

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Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver

Seaman Schepps New York Cocktail Ring in 18Kt Gold with 54.30 Cts in Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
Gem set cluster cocktail ring designed by Seaman Schepps. Gorgeous vintage piece, created in New York city at the atelier of Seaman Schepps, back in the early 1970. This cocktail ring has been crafted with impeccable details in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with high polished finish. Prong set on top, with a cluster of 10 cabochons oval cuts of blue sapphires with a combined weight of 54.3 carats. All gemstones are natural, with vivid color variations, Ceylon (Sri-Lanka) provenance and not heat. Weight: 23.95 Grams, (15.35 Dwt). Size: 6.5 and is sizeable. Measurements: From the top view 30 mm by 28 mm (1.18 x 1.1 Inches). Seaman Schepps Nantucket...
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1970s American Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

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Sterling Silver

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

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Moonstone, Sterling Silver

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

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Sterling Silver

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

Materials

Sterling Silver

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

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Sterling Silver

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

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

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Sterling Silver

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

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Seaman Schepps Floral Brooch with Cabochon Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby, & Diamonds
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
A beautifully handcrafted brooch designed by Seaman Schepps! The brooch features 17 old European cut Diamonds, set in 14K white gold, with cabochon cut Emeralds, Sapphires, and Rubi...
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1940s American Art Nouveau Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

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

Materials

Sterling Silver

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

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Sterling Silver

Seaman Schepps New York Brooch 18kt Gold with 82.45 Ctw Diamonds and Gemstones
Located in Miami, FL
Jeweled brooch-pendant designed by Seaman Schepps. An elegant and sophisticate organic pendant-brooch created in New York city by the American jewelers Seaman Schepps, back in the 1...
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1990s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Citrine, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

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Chrysophrase, Sterling Silver

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

Materials

Sterling Silver

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

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Chrysoberyl, Sterling Silver

Seaman Schepps Diamond, Pearl and Emerald Multi Strand 14 Karat Gold Bracelet
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Absolutely breathtaking vintage bracelet by famed jewelry designer, Seaman Schepps. This stunning red carpet piece by "America's Court Jeweler" exudes Old Hollywood glamour with its incredible natural gemstones and bold design. Four strands of cultured Akoya pearls...
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Mid-20th Century American Jewelry & Watches

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

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Sterling Silver

Seaman Schepps Rare Cluster Earrings in 18Kt Yellow Gold with 24.29 Cts Spinels
Located in Miami, FL
Cluster earrings designed by Seaman Schepps. Rare Spinels cluster pair created in New York city at the Seaman Schepps atelier. These very special clips-earrings has been crafted in ...
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1970s American Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Spinel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Seaman Schepps 1950 Brooch in 14Kt with Nephrite and 4.20 Ctw in Diamonds Rubies
Located in Miami, FL
Rare vintage brooch designed by Seaman Schepps. An unusual piece of jewelry created by the American company of Seaman Schepps, circa 1950. It was ...
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1950s American Post-War Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Jade, Ruby, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

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Sterling Silver

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

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Sterling Silver

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

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Sterling Silver

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

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Sterling Silver

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

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Sterling Silver

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

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Lapis Lazuli, Silver, Sterling Silver

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

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Sterling Silver

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

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver “Double-Tulip” Brooch with Turquoise, Design #236A
Located in Big Bend, WI
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver “Double-Tulip” Brooch with Turquoise, Design #236A A similar example can be found on p. 138 in the book, "Georg Jensen, A Tradition of Splendid Silv...
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Late 20th Century Danish Jewelry & Watches

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Sterling Silver

Antique Art Deco Georg Jensen Parallel Sterling Silver Table Bell No. 247
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine Georg Jensen sterling silver table bell. Made to match the Parallel flatware pattern from 1931. Model #247 Designed by Oscar Gundlach-Pedersen. Simply a wonderful Georg Jensen bell...
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1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver "Tulip" Necklace, Design #100A
Located in Big Bend, WI
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver "Tulip" Necklace, Design #100A See matching bracelet and earrings Designer: Georg Jensen Maker: Georg Jensen Design #:100A Circa: Post 1945 Dimensions:...
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Late 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

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Sterling Silver

Seaman Schepps 1970 Retro Necklace 14Kt Gold with 384.37 Ctw Rubies & Aquamarine
Located in Miami, FL
Rare multi gemstones necklace designed by Seaman Schepps. Colorful vintage piece, created in New York city at the atelier of Seaman Schepps, back in the early 1970's. This beautiful...
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1970s American Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Aquamarine, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver 107B Tumbler/Beaker/Vase
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage sterling silver beaker/tumbler cup/vase by Georg Jensen pattern #107B. No monogram or engraving This simple and elegant tumbler features a flare design with a lightly hamme...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

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Sterling Silver

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

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Sterling Silver

Seaman Scheeps Vintage Classic Turbo Shell Earclips
Located in Bethesda, MD
Classic turbo shell earclips from the 1960s by Seaman Schepps. The silvery-white shells with pink overtones are caressed in gleaming gold wire with a cabochon ruby terminal. Signed 'P.S.V. of Seaman Shepps...
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1960s American Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Ruby, 14k Gold

Seaman Schepps 1970 New York Rare Bracelet in 18Kt Gold with Red Coral and Pearl
Located in Miami, FL
Statement bracelet designed by Seaman Schepps. Magnificent vintage colorful piece, created in New York city by Seaman Schepps, back in the 1970. This one-of-a-kind flexible bracelet...
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1970s Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Pearl, Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georg Jensen Estate Sterling Silver Cufflinks 17.5 Grams GJ10
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Georg Jensen Estate Sterling Silver Cufflinks 17.5 Grams GJ10 These elegant Authentic Georg Jensen Men's Cufflinks are made of sterling silver and h...
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2010s American Jewelry & Watches

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Sterling Silver

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

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Centenary 0.71 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
This exquisite engagement ring made by designer, Georg Jensen is from his signature ‘Centenary’ collection. Released in 2004 to mark one hundred years since the beginning of Georg Jensen, the Centenary ring features a round brilliant cut diamond, certified E in colour and VVS1 in clarity, is beautifully tension set into an asymmetrical platinum modern band...
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2010s Danish Modern Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Platinum

Georg Jensen Ring in Sterling Silver, Model 28D, Late 20th Century
Located in bronshoj, DK
Georg Jensen ring in sterling silver. Model 28D. Late 20th century. Width: 10 mm. Diameter: 15.5 mm. US size: 4.75. In excellent condition. Stamped. In most cases, we can change the...
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Late 20th Century Danish Modern Jewelry & Watches

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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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