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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Creator: Mark Broumand
Creator: Oscar Heyman
1960's Oscar Heyman 1.72 CTW Diamond Ruby Platinum Eternity Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Eternity band ring features round brilliant diamonds alternating with square cut rubies Diamonds are bead set while weighing in total approximately 0.72 carat - G to I color with SI ...
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1960s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Oscar He-man Brothers Retro 18K Yellow Gold & Platinum Diamond & Ruby Ring
Located in Birmingham, AL
Designer Oscar Heyman Brothers Retro Ring. The ring is made in 18K Yellow gold and has a platinum top that holds three rows of 31 pave set diamonds. The diamonds are flanked by a sin...
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Late 20th Century North American Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Oscar Heyman 30 Carat Diamond Bangle Bracelet Circa 1970
Located in Miami, FL
Spectacular Oscar Heyman diamond bangle bracelet Circa 1970, finely crafted by hand in platinum, featuring 170 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately 30 carats total, E ...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

18K Gold Vintage 1960's Oscar Heyman Burmese Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Designs Estate Collection Metal- 18K Yellow Gold, .750, 90% Platinum 10 % Iridium. Stones- 19 Round Diamonds F-H Color VS1 Clarity, Approximately 1.10 Carats, 14 Baguette Bu...
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1960s American Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Oscar Heyman Diamond and Emerald 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail or Cluster Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Oscar Heyman diamond and emerald 18k yellow gold cocktail cluster style ring. The centerpiece of this ring is a 0.70 carat round diamond surrounded by 2 round diamonds totaling 0....
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Late 20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

OSCAR HEYMAN Vintage Platinum Marquise Diamond Engagement Suite 1.00ct
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous vintage diamond engagement ring with two fitted ring guards from the 1960s by legendary designer OSCAR HEYMAN! This unique trio of rings is composed of platinum, and the c...
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1960s Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Rubellite Earrings With Paraiba Accents By Oscar Heyman, 4.55 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
A vibrant celebration of color and brilliance, this pair of earrings by esteemed jeweler Oscar Heyman features dazzling pinkish-purple rubellite gems juxtaposed with glowing aquamari...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Rubelite, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum

Oscar Heyman Platinum 12mm Tahitian Pearl & Diamond Flower Ring
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman platinum ring contains a stunning 12mm Tahitian Pearl at the center of a flower composed of 102 round diamonds weighing 2.49cts (F-G/VS) that are bead set. It is stamped...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Oscar Heyman Ceylon Sapphire Ring, 7.57 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
A 7.57-carat Ceylon sapphire displays its coveted royal blue hue at the center of this ring by the celebrated Oscar Heyman. Ceylon sapphires stand among the most sought-after colored...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Oscar Heyman Platinum Rounded 2.41tcw Diamond Band Ring
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman platinum rounded diamond band ring contains 72 Round Diamonds (F-G/ VS+ quality) weighing 2.41cts that are bead set. The diamonds extend around the whole ring. The ring ...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Oscar Heyman Platinum 8.58tcw Diamond Door Knocker Earrings
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman platinum 'door knocker' style earrings contain 8.58tcw of round diamonds, F-G/VS quality. They are individually stamped with the makers mark, IRID PLAT, and serial numbe...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Oscar Heyman Diamond & Enamel Panther Brooch
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman 18k white gold black enamel panther brooch wears a diamond collar and has diamond eyes, weighing a total of 0.12tcw. It is stamped with the...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum, Enamel

Oscar Heyman Platinum Woven Sapphire & Diamond Cufflinks
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman platinum cufflinks contain 16 baguette diamonds weighing 1.00tcw and 18 baguette diamonds weighing 0.88tcw set in a woven motif. These elegant cufflinks measure 10mm x 1...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum

Oscar Heyman Square Emerald Cut and Round Diamond Engagement Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Brilliance Jewels, Miami Questions? Call Us Anytime! 786,482,8100 Brand: Oscar Heyman Style: Engagement Ring Metal: Platinum Metal Purity: 950 Stones: 1 Asscher Cut Ring = 4.52...
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2010s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Oscar Heyman Platinum, Turquoise and 10.70 Carat Diamond Brooch
Located in Dallas, TX
This brooch is absolutely stunning! Composed of a handmade, platinum mounting, this beauty is accompanied by Certificate of Authenticity from Oscar Heyman, dated November 14, 2018. ...
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Late 20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum

Oscar Heyman Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat Gold with 2.62ctw in Diamonds & Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
Cocktail ring designed by the Oscar Heyman Brothers. Beautiful ring, created in New York city by the iconic jewelry makers of Oscar Heyman Company. This ring has been crafted with g...
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1970s American Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...

1.40 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Tiffany & Co. Estate Clip-On Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite pair of diamond Tiffany & Co estate clip earrings showcases 1.40ct of round brilliant cut diamonds graded at E-F, VS1-VS2. They ar...
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1980s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Oscar Heyman New York Classic Eternity Ring in Platinum with 41 Round Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Eternity ring designed by Oscar Heyman & Brothers. Beautiful vintage eternity ring, made in New York city by the Oscar Heyman company. It was crafted in solid .900/.999 platinum, wi...
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1950s American Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum

Oscar Heyman Platinum Texas Flag Pin with Ruby, Sapphire, and Diamond
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman platinum Texas "Lone Star" Flag lapel pin contains rubies, sapphires and diamonds. It is stamped with the OHB makers mark, IRID PLAT, and a unique serial number. Flag ...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum

Oscar Heyman & Bros. Sapphire Diamond 18k Gold Platinum Brooch
Located in New York, NY
We would like to present this very fine diamond and sapphire brooch by Oscar Heyman & Bros., circa 1980s, for your consideration. This brooch is a stunning piece of jewelry crafted ...
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Late 20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Earrings by Oscar Heyman
Located in New Orleans, LA
Featuring the luxurious royal blue hue for which the stones are prized, two vividly hued sapphires totaling 4.24 carats form the final pendant in these drop earrings from famed Ameri...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Adorable Oscar Heyman Carved Ruby Diamond Platinum Bird Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Adorable platinum bird brooch by Oscar Heyman, set with carved ruby, enamel accents and approx.0.85ctw FG/VS diamonds. Brooch measures 1 3/16" x 7/8". Hallmarked 980 91 serial number...
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20th Century North American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Platinum

Adorable Oscar Heyman Carved Ruby Diamond Enamel Platinum Bird Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Adorable platinum bird brooch by Oscar Heyman, set with carved ruby, approx. 0.70ctw G/VS diamonds and enamel (minor loss and chips are present). Brooch measures 1 3/8" x 0.5". The p...
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20th Century American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum, Enamel

Oscar Heyman Diamond Platinum Inside Outside Hoop Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Discover the timeless elegance of Oscar Heyman Diamond Platinum Inside Outside Hoop Earrings. Crafted from platinum, these heirloom-quali...
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Oscar Heyman Platinum Emerald and Diamond Wedding Band Ring, size 9.5
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman platinum wedding band ring contains 16 square emeralds (1.00cts) and 16 round diamonds (0.49cts, F-G/ VS+ quality) that are channel set. It is stamped with the makers ma...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Oscar Heyman Pink and Purple Sapphire Bracelet, 42.25 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
Crafted by the revered American jeweler Oscar Heyman, this bracelet features thirty-six perfectly matched pear-shaped pink and purple sapphires...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum

Oscar Heyman Ruby and Sapphire American Flag Brooch
Located in New Orleans, LA
Depicting a waving American flag, this patriotic gemstone creation was crafted by the famed American jeweler Oscar Heyman. Using dozens of sparkling white diamonds, rubies and sapphi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum

Mark Broumand 3.00 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful diamond eternity band features 3.00ct of perfectly matched emerald cut diamonds certified at F-G, VVS2-VS1. The diamonds are showcased beautifully in this 18k white go...
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2010s American Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

AGL Certified 3 Carat Alexandrite Ring
Located in Greenville, DE
The Classic Orissa Alexandrite is extremely rare for its beautiful color change from Green/blue in daylight and then purple red at night. This ring is crafted in an Oscar Heyman Moun...
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2010s North American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Platinum

Oscar Heyman 18k Gold & Fancy Yellow Diamond 'Prowling Lion' Brooch
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman 18k yellow gold 'prowling lion' brooch contains a 0.01ct round emerald eye, 22 round diamonds (0.18ct, F-G/VS+), and 154 round fancy yellow diamonds (4.73ct). It is sta...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Oscar Heyman Diamond Sapphire Snowflake Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Oscar Heyman diamond sapphire snowflake earrings Beautiful snowflake motif, round-cut diamonds of approximately 0.64 carat, round-cut sapphires of appr...
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Late 20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire

Oscar Heyman Yellow Gold Emerald, Ruby, & Sapphire Earrings
Located in Dallas, TX
18K YG Emerald, Ruby and Sapphire Domed Ear Clip Earrings by "Oscar Heyman" - Missing one emerald bead
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mark Broumand 1.92 Carat Fancy Light Yellow Round Brilliant Cut Diamond
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This lovely diamond engagement ring showcases a 1.22ct round brilliant cut center diamond, GIA certified at Fancy Light Yellow-VVS1. It is accented by a halo of peerless white round ...
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2010s Jewelry & Watches

Oscar Heyman Platinum GIA Certified 6.22tcw Trilliant Diamond 'Ballerina' Ring
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman platinum 'Ballerina Ring' contains a 2.52ct GIA certified trilliant diamond (F/ SI2) and 25 tapered baguette diamonds weighing 3.70cts (F-G/ VS+). It is has an elegant s...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Oscar Heyman Gia Certified Classic Ring Plat 18Kt Gold 3.19 Cts Diamonds Emerald
Located in Miami, FL
Exceptional ring with certified Colombian emerald designed by Oscar Heyman. An elegant classic three stones setting ring, created in New York city by the Oscar Heyman Brothers. This...
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Early 2000s American Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Oscar Heyman Ruby and Diamond Rosebud Ring
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman platinum and 18kt yellow gold ring contains 1 pear shaped ruby (0.33ct), 54 round diamonds (1.59tcw) and 12 fancy golden yellow diamonds (0.47tcw) . It is stamped with t...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Oscar Heyman Platinum Marquise, Baguette & Round Brilliant Cut Bracelet
Located in Rome, IT
Oscar Heyman Brothers 7.70 carst Marquise, Baguette & Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Bracelet.
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2010s American Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Oscar Heyman 18k Gold Matching Rings with Fine Emerald, Sapphire and Ruby
Located in Aspen, CO
Oscar Heyman 18K yellow gold rings with very fine fancy cut natural Ruby, Sapphire and Emerald. All of these natural stones are of the finest quality, The Ruby band possesses 5 squ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Oscar Heyman 18 Karat Gold Shell Cufflink Pair
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman 18k gold cufflinks in a shell motif. completed by hand engraving They are stamped with the makers mark, 18K, and serial number 902767, assuring the quality that Oscar Heyman is known for. This unique pair measures 15mm wide and tall. Our unisex cufflinks are an elegant addition to your tropical weather outfits. Oscar Heyman was founded in 1912 and became known as the 'Jewelers' Jeweler'® for creating pieces for Van Cleef & Arpels, Cartier, and Tiffany & Co. Oscar Heyman jewelry...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold

Oscar Heyman Brothers pansy earrings, circa 1960.
Located in London, GB
Oscar Heyman Brothers pansy earrings. A matching pair, each consisting of eighteen round brilliant cut diamonds in open back grain and claw settings, thirty six in total with a combi...
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1960s American Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold

Oscar Heyman Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Brooch
Located in New York City, NY
This estate Oscar Heyman platinum brooch contains 121 old European cut diamonds (~9cts) and 74 baguette and square sapphires (~16cts). Center diamond measures 6mm; quality is not indicated. The dimensions are 2'' L x 0.75'' W. Trombone...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Oscar Heyman Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Oscar Heyman sapphire and diamond ring. It contains 32 round sapphires weighing 8.60 carats, 12 baguette diamonds weighing 0.74 ...
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1960s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Palladium, Platinum

Oscar Heyman Platinum Ruby and Diamond Partway Wedding Band Ring
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman platinum ruby and diamond partway wedding band ring contains 2 Round Diamonds (F-G/ VS+ quality) weighing 0.60cts and 3 Round Rubies weighing 0.87cts that are set with p...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Five Diamond and Gem-set Oscar Heyman Bangle Bracelets
Located in New York, NY
This set of five diamond and gem-set bangle bracelets by Oscar Heyman Brothers, New York, circa 1970s, is mounted in 18K gold and platinum. The nesting set of five hinged bracelets w...
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Mid-20th Century American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold

Oscar Heyman Platinum 10.08ct Malaya Garnet and Diamond Ring
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman platinum ring contains a 10.08ct Malaya Garnet measuring 14.50mm x 11.60mm with a gorgeous deep brownish orange hue and 12 round diamonds (1.12cts, F-G/VS). It is stampe...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Platinum

Oscar Heyman 11.12 Carats Pink & Yellow Sapphire Diamond Platinum 18K Gold Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as juxtaposed cushion cut pink and yellow sapphires clustered with round brilliant cut diamonds. Pink sapphire is prong set and weighs approximately 4.15 carats total - ligh...
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1980s Contemporary Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Go...

Original Oscar Heyman Ruby and Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Original Oscar Heyman ruby and diamond bracelet circa 1980s crafted in 18k yellow gold. This unique and beautifully crafted bracelet showcases 22...
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20th Century American Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Oscar Heyman 2.55 ctw Blue Sapphire & Diamond Ring 18k Signed w/ Serial
Located in Perry, FL
Oscar Heyman 2.55 carat t.w. blue sapphire and diamond ring in 18k Yellow Gold signed with serial number. Captivating clean & modern design ring made by the renowned Oscar Heyman Brothers features 1.8 carat total weight of blue sapphires channel set in two center rows with .75 carat total weight of VS1- VS2, F-G, fiery, brilliant cut diamonds flanking each size. This spectacular designer piece is solid 18 karat yellow gold and signed with the Oscar Heyman brothers hallmark along with unique serial number. Ring size 7.75 and 10.4 g. Since 1912 the Heyman Brothers jewelry house has manufactured pieces for names such as Tiffany and Co., Van Cleef and Arpel and Cartier- becoming known as the “jewelers jewelr”. While working for cartier 1969...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Oscar Heyman Platinum GIA Certified Oval Diamond with Halo Three-Stone Ring
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman platinum oval diamond three stone engagement ring with pave halo contains a 1.20ct center stone (F/VS1) and two side stones 1.02tcw (E/VS1), all with GIA reports. The p...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Oscar Heyman Brothers Pink Sapphire & Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Oscar Heyman Brothers Pink Sapphire & Diamond Bracelet A Platinum bracelet set with 6 central tapered baguette pink sapphires flanked on both sides by 12 graduating square pink sapp...
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1940s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum

Oscar Heyman Retro Ruby & Diamond Watch
Located in New York, NY
Oscar Heyman retro ruby and diamond watch Concealed flip dial of mechanical movement, rectangular dial with gold Arabic numbers, and dot markers; calibré-cut rubies and round brilli...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby

Oscar Heyman Gold and Platinum Pave Diamond "Two Kitty" Brooch
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman 18kt yellow gold and platinum "Two Kitty" brooch contains a 189 round diamonds weighing 3.14cts (F-G/VS+) and 4 round emeralds as the eyes. It is stamped with the makers...
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2010s Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Platinum

Mark Broumand 4.20 Carat Square Cut Ruby Vintage Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous vintage ring showcases 4.20ct of square cut rubies hand set in 18k yellow gold. It has unparalled presence and exudes sheer elegance!
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1970s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Oscar Heyman Platinum Round Diamond Partway Wedding Band Ring with Heart Motif
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman platinum diamond wedding band ring contains 7 Round Diamonds (F-G/ VS+ quality) weighing 0.30cts that are bead ...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

110 Collection Multi-Color Sapphire, Tsavorite and Diamond Bracelet
Located in New Orleans, LA
Sapphires and tsavorites ranging in color from blue to pink, purple and yellow present a sparkling rainbow of hues in this statement bracelet. With over 20.00 carats of sapphires and...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Tsavorite, Platinum

Oscar Heyman Gold Platinum Fancy Color Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Oscar Heyman gold platinum fancy color diamond necklace 95 cut corner square diamonds of 13.47 carats, 21 princess cut diamonds of 2.60 c...
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2010s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Oscar Heyman GIA Certified 4.50 Carat Sapphire Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
Oscar Heyman Brothers very fine custom french cut swirl chanel set blue sapphire bangle bracelet in 18k gold. GIA certified no heat no enhancements. Fits a 6.5 -7.25 Inch wrist 25 f...
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Late 20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Circa 1970s Oscar Heyman 18 Carat Diamond Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
From the legendary house of Oscar Heyman, this exquisite bracelet, is expertly crafted in fine platinum in 1975, showcases 18 carats of diamonds, set in a stunning twist design. This...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

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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