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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Tiffany & Co. Square-Cut Diamond Eternity Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a diamond eternity ring from the world renowned jewellery designer, Tiffany & Co. The band has been crafted from platinum and features 28 bright white square cut diamond...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Cartier Enamel Boxes Limited Edition Bilston & Battersea World Wildlife
Located in New York, NY
A Rare Confluence of Artistry and Conservation Discover the elegance of these Vintage Cartier Enamel Boxes, a limited edition collaboration with Bil...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Enamel, Gilt Metal

Antique Cherub Brooch of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Antique Cherub Brooch: This antique, 14k gold brooch (circa 1880) features an enamel cherub nestled in a pearl crescent shooting a diamond arrow into th...
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Late 19th Century Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel

1997 C de Cartier Diamond Ring 54 Sz 6.75 18k Gold Band Signed Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage "C de Cartier" diamond ring crafted in 18k yellow and white gold (circa 1997). 22 diamonds adorn the double C motif (estimated at G-H color and VS1-2 clarity). Incorpora...
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Late 20th Century French Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Vintage Bulgari Knot Ring Sapphire Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Sz 5 Signed Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage Bulgari knot ring set with a blue sapphire and emerald in 18k yellow gold. Pointed cabochon cut sapphire and emerald measure 3mm each. The sapphire is in good condition an...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Contemporary 14k Yellow Gold Seashell Link Bracelet
Located in Towson, MD
One contemporary 14 karat yellow gold seashell link bracelet featuring five distinct seashell designs, each beautifully crafted to capture the charm of the ocean. This bracelet is 7....
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1980s Contemporary Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Diamond Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in Hummelstown, PA
A bright-white brilliant-cut diamond, weighing 1.03 ct, floats from within a platinum halo, suspended below an articulated row of diamonds. Circa 1930s, this lovely pendant is fabric...
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1920s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage Yellow Gold Cartier Mid-Century Fan Brooch c. 1950
Located in New York, NY
A Rare Expression of Prestige and Timeless Style Capture the elegance of a bygone era with this Vintage Cartier Mid-Century Fan Brooch, crafted in 14K yellow gold and hailing from th...
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Mid-20th Century French Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1991 Cartier Cufflinks in Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
A classic vintage Cartier stirrup-style cufflinks set in solid 18k yellow gold from 1991. Each cufflink is composed of two round bands that connect by a bar, making them easy to put...
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1990s European Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chimento 18K Yellow Gold Italy Designer Estate 58.16 Grams Oval Dome Necklace
Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA
Chimento Oval Dome Bead Necklace 58.16g 18K Yellow Gold 17in Italy Designer Estate 🡆 Description: Offered is an authentic and luxurious Chimento necklace, crafted in solid 18K yell...
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1990s Italian Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany & Co Ribbed Hoop Earrings 3/4" 14k Yellow Gold Signed Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed pair of vintage Tiffany & Co leaf ribbed hoop earrings crafted in 14k yellow gold (circa 1960s to 1970s). The stylish earrings feature a graduated ribbed design. Th...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Antique Meissen Porcelain and 14k Yellow Gold Brooch Circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning fine and impressive antique Meissen porcelain and 14 karat yellow gold brooch; a part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine a...
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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti Platinum .02 Diamond Band Ring 8.5
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti Platinum .02 Diamond Band Ring 8.5 Metal: Platinum Size: 8.5 Band Width: 2.8mm Weight: 5.70 grams Diamond: One round brilliant diamond, carat total...
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2010s American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels Lapis Lazuli and Diamond ‘Philippine’ Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Van Cleef & Arpels Lapis Lazuli and Diamond Iconic ‘Philippine’ Ring in 18k Yellow Gold. Made in France, circa 1960. Signed VCA and numbered, French marks The actual size is 4, resi...
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1960s French Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, Yellow Gold

Hand-Crafted 14K Gold 0.43 ct. tw. Open Link Bracelet
Located in Great Neck, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Hand-Crafted Polish-Finished 7" Paper-Clip Open Link Bracelet, Set with Three Open Rectangular Motifs Accented with 0.43 Carat Diamonds. Lobster Claw Closure.
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2010s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid Century diamond 18k yellow gold three stone ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This elegant Mid Century three-stone ring features three glowing old mine cut diamonds set in rich 18k yellow gold. A timeless design from the 1950s that blends vintage sparkle with ...
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1950s Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Vintage coloured paste collar necklace, symbolic, Victorian style
Located in NEWARK, GB
A rare Vintage paste collar necklace. It is made in the Victorian style, very heavy and substantial with an incredible design! Made in Germany by Paul Stikklelorum, the compact are...
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Late 20th Century German Victorian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver Plate

TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Ruby Stacking Ring 4.5
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Ruby Stacking Ring 4.5 Metal: 18K yellow gold Size: 4.5 Band Width: 4.5mm Ruby: two emerald cut rubies, carat total weight...
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2010s American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Together Platinum 6mm Milgrain Wedding Band Ring 6
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Together Platinum 6mm Milgrain Wedding Band Ring 6 Metal: Platinum Size: 6 Band Width: 6mm Weight: 12.50 grams Hallmark: TIFFANY&CO. PT950 Condition: Excellent...
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2010s American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Platinum

A Crescent Moon Brooch with 4.5ct Old Cut Diamonds, circa 1900's
Located in Firenze, IT
Old brilliant- and rose-cut diamonds, mounted in silver and gold, French import marks for 18 carat gold and silver, cushion-shaped diamonds approx. 4.50cts total, Measurements 2.90 x...
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1870s French Napoleon III Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver, 18k Gold

Hermès Medor Collier de Chien Watch Braise leather strap
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès model Médor watch, steel and gold-plated metal case, white dial, gold-plated metal stud indexes at 3, 6, 9 and 12 o'clock, quartz movement, coral red leather strap (Hermès "Br...
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Early 2000s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Steel, Gilt Metal

Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Mother of Pearl 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301552 Comes With Box Only Date 2014 RRP £1,360 Incl. Taxes / €1,600 Incl. Taxes / $1,540 Excl. Taxes Model VCARF68800 Serial Number JE****** Metal 18k Yellow Gold Stones Mothe...
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2010s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Vintage Ring with Diamonds in 18 Karat Yellow Gold by Cartier
Located in Lucerne, CH
This elegant 1990s ring by Cartier showcases Maison’s hallmark refinement and timeless appeal. Crafted in 18k yellow gold, it features two gracefully hemstitched bands, fully set wit...
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Late 20th Century French Artist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Illario Vintage Diamond, Turquoise & Lapis Lazuli Link Bracelet Circa 1970
Located in London, GB
Maker: Illario Summary: Vintage Diamond, Turquoise & Lapis Lazuli Link Bracelet Description: A vintage diamond, turquoise and lapis lazuli articulated link bracelet in 18ct yellow go...
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Late 20th Century Italian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Boucheron Diamond Ruby 18k Gold Tennis Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Designer: Boucheron Materials: 18k Gold Weight: 11 Grams Gemstone: Ruby, Diamond Measurement: 1/8" x 6 1/2" Hallmarks: Boucheron, French Mark This elegant Boucheron bracelet is c...
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Mid-20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique 18K TB Starr Medusa Intaglio Ring
Located in Hummelstown, PA
Immediately recognizable by her hair made of venomous snakes, Medusa is best known in Greek mythology for her petrifying gaze. Artfully fabricated by Theodore B. Starr, one of the mo...
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1890s American Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold

Line Vautrin Flying Bird Resin Talosel and Mirrors Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
Beautiful Line Vautrin Talosel or resin bird brooch pin. Off-white resin encrusted with blue-colored mirrored glass on a flying bird shape. Glass and Talosel, a technique created by ...
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1950s French Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Victorian 18 Karat Gold TW 2.50 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Lever-Back Earrings
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is an amazing pair of Victorian lever-back earrings. It is crafted in 18K gold. Circa 1860. The piece features 2 old mine cut diamonds: 1.20ct and 1.30ct, G-H, P1. The gems hav...
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Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Vintage 18ct Gold Elsa Peretti, Tiffany Open Heart Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Tiffany Pendant 18ct Yellow Gold- Stamped 750 Circa 1980s Elsa Peretti for Tiffany This stunning piece of jewellery is a true stat...
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Late 20th Century French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Four 1970s Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Bangle Bracelets
Located in New York, NY
Created by Van Cleef & Arpels, Paris, this set of four 18K gold and diamond bangle bracelets dates from circa 1970. Each hinged bombé form is set with three fields of pavé-set round ...
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Mid-20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Cartier Caresse d'Orchidées par Cartier Diamond 18K White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301539 Comes With Full Set (Pouch + Card) Date 2010 RRP £9,700 Incl. Taxes / €10,200 Incl. Taxes Model B7015300 Serial Number PM**** Metal 18k White Gold Stones Diamond Total D...
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2010s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
The ring: A Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra eighteen karat yellow gold ring set with round brilliant cut diamond pavé, centered by a gold button. The ring is in excellent conditi...
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2010s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co The Charles Tiffany Setting Mens 1.71 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7.5 A modern icon from Tiffany & Co., stylish engagement ring features a bold octagonal bezel that frames a sleek 1.71 carat rectangular emerald-cut center diamond. The w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

2 Jean Schlumberger by Tiffany Sixteen Stone Diamond Rings in Platinum and 18k
Located in Wailea, HI
2 Jean Schlumberger by Tiffany Sixteen Stone Diamond Rings in Platinum and 18k One-of-a-Kind Vintage Tiffany & Co. Jean Schlumberger Sixteen Stone Ete...
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Mid-20th Century American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 11.30ct Pear Shape Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Victoria,, AU
An exquisite statement piece, this ring features an 11.30ct Fancy Light Yellow pear-cut diamond, set in a luxurious 18k yellow gold and platinum design. Flanking the center stone are...
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2010s Australian Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

Bvlgari Bulgari Monete Necklace Ancient Roman Coin Gold Leather Cord
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A spectacular Bulgari Monete necklace, featuring an Ancient Roman coin, 18k gold, and a leather cord. The Ancient Roman silver coin featuring a profile of Alexander III, commonly kno...
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Early 2000s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Nina Zhou 2.50ctw Natural Turquoise Tennis Bracelet
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
The stunning Turquoise Tennis Bracelet features a radiant row of eye-clean, round-cut turquoise gemstones, offering a perfect balance of color. Set in yellow gold, the turquoise ston...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.22 Carat Earth Mined Colombian Emerald Bezel Set Statement Necklace
Located in Jupiter, FL
Experience the timeless elegance of this 3.22-carat Asscher-cut Colombian emerald, expertly bezel-set in rich 14K solid yellow gold. The earthy green tones of the emerald are beautif...
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2010s Colombian Victorian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

A Merovingian High Karat Gold Ring 6Th/ 7Th Century
Located in Firenze, IT
A Merovingian high karat Gold Ring 6Th/ 7Th Century, set with foiled blue and red glass. Top size:16mm Weight: 5.96gr Size: 6
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15th Century and Earlier French Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold

Cartier Roadster Pink Dial W62017V3 Stainless Steel Quartz Ladies Watch B&P
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Roadster W62017V3 is a distinctive and feminine take on one of Cartier’s most recognizable sport-luxury models. Crafted in polished stainless steel, the case features the...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Antique Victorian Ceramic Turquoise and Pearl Ring 12K Rosy Gold
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
A sweet Victorian-era ring with amazing finger coverage. Robins egg blue cabochons frame creamy faux pearls in a rosy pink gold ring. Likely faience, ceramic turquoise-colored caboch...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Jar Paris aluminum and 18k yellow gold "Geranium" large earrings
By JAR
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
These striking contemporary earrings by JAR Paris, created in the 2010s, are crafted in sculptural aluminum with 18k yellow gold backs. Their bold size and lightweight construction e...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dubini Egyptian Scarab Faience Ancient 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
This DUBINI ring features an egyptian faience scarab set in 18K yellow gold. See our selections of scarabs to create your unique ring. Dimensions of Scarabs: 13x19x10mm HISTORY Un...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Egyptian Revival Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

David Webb Hammered Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Created in the 1980s, this David Webb pendant necklace is composed of 18K gold and diamonds. The oversize links of Gordian knot form suspend a scrolling flori-form pendant, convertib...
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Late 20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

1960's Pearl and Diamond Bombe Ring in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful assemblage of 108 round brilliant diamonds weighing approximately 6 carats accenting a lovely and impressive 9.5mm pearl perched atop this mid-century fashion bombe desig...
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1960s American Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Blue Sapphire Cabs 14kt Solid Gold Blue Chalcedony Cushion Shape Stud Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
These simple but elegant and handmade earrings have 2 Oval Blue Sapphire cabs measuring 8 x 10 mm set in a 14 Kt yellow gold bezel at the top to which a...
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2010s Thai Artisan Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Chalcedony, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rossella Ugolini 18K Yellow Gold Amethyst Cocktail Ring
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini design, Amethyst Cocktail ring 18K Yellow Gold. The ring is very streamlined and smooth and has been crafted as a crossover, in solid 18K yellow gold with a polished finish. It is embellished with two natural Brazilian gemstones: two bright colored Amethyst set in a bezel with two faceted oval cut (10 x 8 mm) of two natural vivid Amethyst. Dimensions: Size 7 Usa and can be sized upon request. The crossover design symbolize two paths...
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2010s Italian Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels, France Mid-Century Gold and Diamond Flower Clip Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of mid-century gold and diamond clip earrings designed as stylized flowers with reeded gold wire petals and diamond cluster centers, in platinum and 18k. Van Cleef & Arpels, P...
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1950s French Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

14 Karat White Gold Flexible Diamond Bypass Bangle Bracelet
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 14K white gold Diamond: round brilliant cut = 3.11cttw Color: G Clarity: VS2-SI1 Dimensions: bracelet will fit up to a 7-inch wrist Weight: 10.97 gr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Ski Cufflinks
Located in Lugano, CH
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, rhodium plated sterling silver cufflinks with crossed skis. Alex Jona cufflinks stand out, not only for their special design and...
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2010s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Roberto Coin 18K Yellow Gold Paper Clip Chain Link Bracelet #21018
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Roberto Coin 18K Yellow Gold Paper Clip Chain Link Bracelet- This 18K yellow gold paper clip bracelet by Roberto Coin features elongated, rectangular links that create a sleek and m...
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20th Century Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

ART-DECO 1920 Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Chrysoprase And Onyx
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco cocktail ring with chrysoprase. This is a beautiful and colorful cocktail ring created in America during the Art Deco period, back in the 1920-1925. The ring has been ca...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Chrysophrase, Onyx, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 14K Gold & Enamel Figural 'Happy Birthday' Card Charm for a Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage gold & enamel charm for a bracelet. In 14 karat yellow gold. In the form of a 'Happy Birthday' card with black enamel lettering and decoration. The front cover opens...
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20th Century Unknown Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Enamel

TIFFANY & CO. Paloma Picasso Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold 9.45 Cts Peridot
Located in Miami, FL
Cocktail ring designed by Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co. This beautiful cocktail ring was created by Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co. back in the 1980's. The sculptural bold ring ...
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1980s American Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Peridot, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby & Diamond Bow 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ribbon Bow Ring. A stunning ring with a unique design typical of Van Cleef & Arpels, set with a beautiful arrangemen...
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20th Century French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Jean Despres Silver Men Ring "Bijoux Moteurs" - Art Deco 1930s
Located in Magenta, IT
A men ring in silver by French silversmith Jean Després (1889 - 1980), belonging to the iconic "Bijoux Moteurs" (Motor Jewels) collection. The shape of the ring recalls the turbine o...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver

Fei Liu Baroque Pearl and Diamond 18ct Yellow Gold Nautical Cocktail Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Indulge in unparalleled elegance with this one-of-a-kind ring, featuring a magnificent 41.8ct baroque pearl that exudes iridescent allure at its centre. This exquisite gem is cradled...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

A Roman Lapis-Lazuli Cameo Of Cupid Circa 2nd Century A.D.
Located in Firenze, IT
Cameo on lapis lazuli from the Roman period, circa 2nd century, depicting Cupid turned sideways. The conditions are excellent. The setting is 18kt gold, probably contemporary in the ...
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow 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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