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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Ruby, Diamond & Pearl Marquise Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Marquise Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Circa 1900 Exquisite in design, this 18ct yellow gold Edwardian ring showcases a stunning marquise-shaped centrepiece featuring a natural ...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

New 2.8 Carat Lagoon Green Tourmaline Yellow Gold Pl Filigree Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
The stone is from Africa and is just exquisite. The stone is a Lagoon Green Tourmaline and is 2.80 cts. It is the color of a green sea. Just beautiful. It is a fancy oval cut st...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Tourmaline, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Gold, Edwardian Circa 1900 Hallmarked, 3 Stone Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Hallmark Date Letter- h Circa 1903-1907 This exquisite Edwardian trilogy ring is crafted in rich 18ct yellow gold, embodying the elegance and crafts...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Star Set Diamond Buckle/Belt Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Buckle Ring 18ct Gold Circa 1900 Makers Mark C G This antique gold buckle ring is a timeless piece of jewelry that symbolises everlasting love, fidelity, and loyalty. It...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Coral Bangle Bracelet
Located in Portland, England
A gorgeous antique Victorian salmon coral beaded yellow metal bangle bracelet. The bangle has three rows of beautiful coral beads and it measures 1.5cm in width. Coral symbolises pro...
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1880s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral

TIFFANY & Co. 18K Rose Gold Diamond Infinity Ring 9.5
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Rose Gold Diamond Infinity Ring 9.5 Metal: 18K rose gold Size: 9.5 Weight: 3.80 grams Diamond: 27 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .15 approx. Hallmar...
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2010s Italian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Steven Battelle 11.2 Carats Cabochon Aquamarine 18K Gold Pendant
Located in Soquel, CA
A juicy sea-blue 13 x 18 mm pear shaped aquamarine cabochon is held in a matte-finish 18K gold bezel with large/small "jawan" granulation marking the cardinal directions in this clas...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Aquamarine, 18k Gold

5.08 Carat Natural Diamond Tennis Bracelet 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
This exquisite tennis bracelet features round brilliant cut white diamonds, known for their exceptional brilliance and sparkle. Set in a classic four-prong style, the diamonds are ca...
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2010s American Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Capri” Natural Emerald & Topaz Vintage Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Natural Emerald & Natural White Topaz Vintage Retro Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Emerald Shape Center Zambian Emerald 4,00 Carat Natural White Topaz 4.00...
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1990s Thai Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Emerald, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver

Tiffany & Co. Opal and Demantoid Snake Stick Pin
Located in Hummelstown, PA
A miniature work of art by Tiffany & Co, this exquisitely crafted stick pin features a sinuous snake set with vibrant apple green demantoid garnets, slithering up the side of a glowi...
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Early 20th Century American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 3mm Harmony Wedding Band Ring 7.5
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 3mm Harmony Wedding Band Ring 7.5 Metal: Platinum Size: 7.5 Band Width: 3mm Hallmark: ©TIFFANY&CO. PT950 Condition: New. It comes with Tiffany pouch and box ...
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2010s American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Platinum

Antique 18ct Two Colour Gold, 1920s Art Deco Ruby, Diamond & Onyx Tank Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Tank Earrings 18ct Yellow & White Gold Circa 1920s Step back in time with these exquisite original Art Deco earrings, expertly crafted from 18ct yellow and white gold. Sh...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Leto Lama Emerald Bezel Pebbles Tennis Bracelet 18 Ct Gold
Located in London, GB
Introducing the One of a Kind Bezel Tennis Bracelet, a stunning piece crafted in luxurious 18 ct gold. This bracelet features an elegant design that showcases a series of beautifully...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Artisan Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Pearl necklace and claps with emerald and rose cut diamond 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold with 835 silver clasp set with emerald and rose cut diamonds on a three strand pearl necklace - 50 cm long (shortest strand) detailed description The necklace is 50...
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique 18ct Gold 1920s Art Deco Aquamarine & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Aquamarine Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Tested Circa 1920’s Fabulous, antique cocktail ring. Set with a gorgeous, square, natural aquamarine. Framed in a rub over, yellow gold s...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Ethiopian Opal Necklace 18K Gold - by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
Wearing this Ethiopian Opal necklace is like carrying a piece of dawn's first light around your neck, each opal sphere capturing the tender warmth of sunrise in its luminous depths. ...
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2010s American Artisan Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold

Art Deco Style Ruby Phosphosiderite 14K Gold Diamonds Red Enamel Dangle Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
A pair of art deco style earrings, the upper part with 2 oval Ruby cabochons that support 2 elements in white gold, diamonds and red enamel, while the lower part is composed of 2 rou...
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2010s Thai Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Enamel

TIFFANY & Co. 18K White Gold Diamond Woven Ring 7.5
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K White Gold Diamond Woven Ring 7.5 Metal: 18K White Gold Size: 7.5 Band Width: 8.5mm at the widest point on the top Weight: 6.90 grams Diamond: 20 round brilliant d...
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2010s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Fine Antique Natural Amethyst and Silver Riviere Necklace, 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
Fine antique natural facet cut graduated oval amethyst and silver Riviere necklace 19th Century Composed of twenty six natural oval facet cut graduated purple amethysts set in silver...
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19th Century European Georgian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Amethyst, Silver

Rare Substantial Seaman Schepps 18K Yellow Gold Pyramid Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Impressive Seaman Schepps 18K yellow gold Pyramid bracelet 20th Century Provenance: Estate of a prominent New York socialite This rare, stunning...
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20th Century North American Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Channel Set Zambian Emerald Round Half Eternity Band Ring in 925 Silver Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
This Channel Set Zambian Emerald Round Half Eternity Band Ring 925 sterling silver, this stunning band ring features a captivating row of natural green emeralds, totaling 1.93 carats...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver

18k White Gold Tahitian Pearl & .10 Carat Diamond Drop Post Earrings
Located in Eagan, MN
This pair of earrings is just so beautiful! and elegant! They are .88 inch long and have 3 sparkly brilliant cut diamonds on each one. The diamonds start at 2.0 and graduate downwa...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold, 18k Gold

AJD Real Natural Goldy Color Ocean Pearls 19" Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
These gorgeous natural real goldy ocean Pearls are approximately 15mm round. These are different colors and intensity of the color gold. It is enhanced with teeny tiny little gold ...
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2010s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Gold Plate

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Heart Bracelet
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Cluster Bracelet 18ct Yellow Gold Circa 1900 This exquisite 18ct yellow gold Edwardian bracelet is a stunning representation of vintage elegance. The focal point of the p...
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Early 20th Century European Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Aquamarine stud earrings, 18k yellow gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
A stunning pair of vintage brilliant cut Aquamarine stud earrings. A classic and timeless jewellery staple these classy aqua studs really stand out with the lush sky blue tones agai...
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Late 20th Century British Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fine Estate 1.71 TCW Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Three Stone Gypsy Ring
Located in New York, NY
Fine estate 1.71 TCW diamond and 14K yellow gold three stone gypsy ring 20th Century Unusual, attractive substantial 14K yellow gold gypsy setting perfectly complements the three bea...
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20th Century Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ciner Multi Cabochon Ear Clips
Located in New York, NY
Striking and Elegant Ciner Multi Cabochon Ear Clips from the 1990's. Various colored paste cabochons are set into gilt metal settings with clip back fittings. 1.25".
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1990s American Artisan Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Michael Kneebone Moonstone Rose Cut Diamond Archaic Style Cocktail Ring
Located in Austin, TX
Moonstone is featured in this simple, elegant cocktail ring. The moonstone (origin: Sri Lanka) weighs 23.6 carats. The gem is a delicate greenish gray color and has been cut in a h...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, 14k Gold

Art Deco 18 Karat Gold Ruby Diamond Cocktail Tank Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is an Art Deco cocktail ring crafted in 18K yellow gold. Circa 1940. The piece features rubies and diamonds. Weight: 10.53g Size: 17.25 (US 6.75) IMPORTANT: please ask abou...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, 1920s Diamond Daisy Illusion Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Daisy Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Circa 1920s Step back in time with this exquisite 1920s antique Daisy Ring, a true embodiment of vintage elegance. Crafted from lu...
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Early 20th Century European Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Art Deco Calibrated Ruby and Diamond Target Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Target Ring 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum Circa 1920s Step into the elegance of the Art Deco era with this stunning original target ring, crafted from 18ct yellow gold and ...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

New African 2.9 Carat Deep Blue Sapphire & White Sapphire Sterling Ring Size 7
Located in Eagan, MN
The ring is a size 7 and has just a beautiful and brilliant sapphire stone. The stone is from Africa and it is a high quality stone. The stone is an oval cut stone and is 2.9 cts....
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Cuff Bracelet Sacred Heart, Purple & Blue Enamel, Green Rhinestone
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cuff Bracelet with Sacred Heart, Purple and Blue Enamel, Green Rhinestone Border Description: Cuff bracelet featuring a central Sacred Heart, bird feet motifs, and initials J D at t...
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Early 2000s French Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Brass, Rhodium, Enamel

TIFFANY & Co. 18K Rose Gold .51ct Diamond Open Circle Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Rose Gold .51ct Diamond Open Circle Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K rose gold Chain: 16" long Pendant: 13.5mm wide Diamond: 14 round brilliant diamonds, carat total we...
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2010s American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Turquoise Necklace with Turquoise Silver Clasp
Located in Chesterland, OH
Adorable Turquoise Necklace - A Timeless Treasure We present to you a lovely turquoise necklace with sky-blue beads and natural veining. The necklace is 27 inches long (approx. 68.5...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver

Bochic “Orient” Natural Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire & Diamond Ring Set In 18K & Silv
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Natural Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire & Diamond Ring Set In 18K & Silver Natural Oval Shape Center Ruby 12.00 Carat Natural Emeralds 2.00 Carat Natural Yellow Sapphires...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

Victorian 14 Karat Gold TW 1.75 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a pair of Victorian stud earrings crafted in 14K gold and 925 silver. Circa 1890. The piece features diamonds (TW 1.75ct): - 2 rose cut, TW 1.00ct, TW, SI2-P1 - 26 rose cut,...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Halo Ring natural Ruby Diamonds solid 14K Gold ØUS5 / 4.8gr
Located in SE
Old Halo Ring with wide band in solid 14K Rose Gold with soldered crown part in high grade (likely 20 - 23K) Gold decorated with natural Ruby and Diamonds. European, ca. 1920s - 19...
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1920s European Art Nouveau Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Antique 22ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Ruby Snake Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Snake Ring 22ct Gold Circa 1910 Step back in time with this exquisite Edwardian-era snake ring, crafted from lustrous 22ct yellow gold. This enchanting piece features a b...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Ruby, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Elsa Peretti for Halston Heart Mirror Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Elsa Peretti for Halston Heart Mirror Pendant from the 1970's. Peretti's iconic heart design with a mirrored back on black cord likely made for Halston's fragrance line. Unsigned. 19...
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1970s American Artisan Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver Plate

14k Yellow Gold Polished J Hoop French Clip Earrings - Hallmarked by Designer WD
Located in Eagan, MN
These earrings are just beautiful! They are 14k yellow gold and are high polish earrings. They are stamped "585" and the hallmark stamp of "WD" is prominent on the French Clip. ...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Pendant Picture Locket solid 18K Yellow Gold / 6.72 gr
Located in SE
Antique Locket hand - made ca. 1920s -1930s. Fine hand - engraved floral ornament on the frontal side. Internal bezels for images inside with plexiglass covers. All parts tested 18K ...
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1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Elgin Mid-Century Modern 14k White Gold & Diamond Ladies Watch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mid-Century Modern Elgin lady's watch. In 14 karat white gold. Prong-set with diamonds in a halo surrounding the dial and to the lugs on each end. With a block letter ELGIN and index hour markers to the face. Set with a Speidel gold-plated and black cord watch...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Tanzanite Bracelet 14K Gold - by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
Let your spirit soar with this ethereal Tanzanite bracelet, where each carefully selected stone carries the gentle whisper of distant mountains and sacred spaces. Adorned in 14K gold...
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2010s Artisan Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Tanzanite, 14k Gold

Chanel 2022 Boucles Oreille Creoles CC golden metal Leopard enamelHoops Earrings
Located in PARIS, FR
Pair of Chanel 2022 hoop earrings in gold-plated metal decorated with multicolored leopard-print enamel and a CC logo in the center. Diameter of the earrings: 2.65 cm. The earrings c...
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2010s French Jewelry & Watches

Estate Emerald Diamond 18K Yellow and White Gold Three Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful, classic three stone emerald and diamond 18K yellow and white gold ring 20th Century Emeralds: bright green, lively, the center emerald approximately 1 TCW and the two flan...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Pink Malaysian Jade Necklace -by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
Embrace the gentle power of femininity with this pink Malaysian jade necklace. Its soft hue will envelop you in a sense of nurturing love and self-compassion, reminding you of your i...
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2010s North American Artisan Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Jade, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Doublet Opal Ring Accented With Emerald & Diamonds In 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
18KT:5.270g,D:0.51ct, Emer:0.38ct,Opal:4.18ct, US-7
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

18K White Gold 1.50ctw Pink Sapphire & 0.77ctw Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
This amazing vintage ballerina statement ring boasts a stunning oval purplish pink sapphire of 1.50 carats. This one-of-a-kind oval cut sapphire is heavily surrounded by high grade ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 18ct Two Colour Gold Star Set Diamond Signet Ring Hallmarked London 1939
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Signet Ring 18ct Yellow & White Gold Hallmarked London 1939 Makers Mark L W & G Serial Number: 768156 Discover a stunning vintage 18ct yellow gold signet ring, an exqui...
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Mid-20th Century English Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Estate Tiffany & Co. Cobalt Blue Enamel 18K Yellow Gold Substantial Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Estate Tiffany & Co. 18K yellow gold and cobalt blue enamel band ring. 20th Century The X design is one of Tiffany & Co. most iconic and recognizable motifs, signifying love. Jean Sc...
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20th Century American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Bone 50-Inch Lariat Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage signed silver lariat necklace. In sterling silver. By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. From the Bone series. Marked to the reverse of each terminal. Simply a wonder...
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20th Century Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Syna Yellow Gold Blue Topaz Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Blue Topaz 7 carats approx. Diamonds 0.20 carat approx. Chain sold separately About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Drawing inspiration from lit...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Preloved 18ct White Gold, Art Deco Style Sapphire & Diamond Rectangular Cluster
Located in Brighton, GB
Preloved Sapphire & Diamond Ring 18ct White Gold Circa 2000 Step back in time with this exquisite deco-style cluster ring, a stunning embodiment of vintage elegance. Crafted from...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Bow Brooches 18k Gold - 2 Pieces
Located in Magenta, IT
Van Cleef & Arpels, two bold and chunky clip brooches designed as a bow crafted in 18k yellow gold. Both stamped VCA 750 and serial number. Good condition, no defects. Two original...
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Late 20th Century French Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold

52.15 Carat Natural Loose London Blue Topaz Cushion Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose London Blue Topaz Weight: 52.15 Carats Dimension: 22 x 18.5 x 14.4 Mm Origin: Brazil Shape: Cushion Color: Deep Blue Certificate: On Customer Demand London Blue Topaz is a me...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Blue Topaz

Hermès Greyhound Dogs Levriers Set of 2 Matching Enamel Bracelet Size 65
Located in FR
Rare and Beautiful Authentic Set of 2 Hermès Bracelets Print: Lévriers (Greyhound dogs) Set includes 2 Bracelets: 1 large and 1 narrow Made in Austria Vintage bracelets, from th...
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1990s Austrian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Art Deco Aquamarine Ring 14 Karat White Gold Engagement Wedding Ring Filigree
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning antique Art Deco Aquamarine Wedding Engagement Cocktail Ring in a 14 Karat White Gold filigree open work setting of grea...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

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 contemporary designers, 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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