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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Style: Art Nouveau
Style: Revival
12.49 Carat Australian Black Opal Certified "Lightening Ridge" Mine 18K Ring
Located in Hung Hom, HK
Black opals from Lightning Ridge are among the most prized gems in the world. The name is inspired by their solid black bodies, upon which a spectrum of strong, vibrant colours stand...
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2010s Hong Kong Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold

Monumental Scale Lalaounis 18k Gold Double Rams Head Necklace 38 Inches Long
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This 18k yellow gold Lalaounis double rams head lariat necklace is a truly magnificent example of the esteemed Greek designers offerings. From clasp to tip, the necklace is comprise...
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Late 20th Century Greek Greek Revival Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Art Nouveau Pearl 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Dragon Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized dragon creature with fierce expression, spread wings, and furling tail Dimensional with engraved and grooved textured detailing Tail curls around a near-round...
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

5 Carat Paraiba Certified White Diamond 18K Gold Hand Crafted Solitaire Ring
Located in Hung Hom, HK
Paraiba tourmalines are sought after by collectors and connoisseurs, but not only for their otherworldly colour: they are highly prized for their rarity. Only one Paraiba tourmaline ...
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2010s Hong Kong Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Paraiba, 18k Gold

16.55 mm South Sea Pearl And 12 Carat Burma Sapphire "Head Turner'' 18K Ring
Located in Hung Hom, HK
The Pinctada maxima oyster can take up to five years to produce a single South Sea pearl, whereas more common freshwater oysters can take as little as three months and create dozens ...
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2010s Hong Kong Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Antique Ring Diamonds solid 14K Rose Gold Silver Ø8US/ 3.7gr
Located in SE
Old Diamond Ring, likely dates to late 19th- early 20th century. No hallmarks. Hollow band in solid 14K Rose Gold , floral ornamentation on the band. Openwork Crown 11mm x 10 mm x ...
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1910s European Art Nouveau Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver, Rose Gold

11 Carat Australian Black Opal Certified "Lightening Ridge" Mine 18K Ring
Located in Hung Hom, HK
Black opals from Lightning Ridge are among the most prized gems in the world. The name is inspired by their solid black bodies, upon which a spectrum of strong, vibrant colours stand...
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2010s Hong Kong Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Scarab Pendant Necklace Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
This is a very rare antique Art Deco Egyptian Revival Scarab Pendant Necklace in Sterling Silver with a stunning Link Chain. The necklace is hallmarked Sterling JAR or JAD. The neck...
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20th Century Unknown Egyptian Revival Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

22.86 Carat Free Form South Sea Pearl Classical 18K Diamond Ring
Located in Hung Hom, HK
The Pinctada maxima oyster can take up to five years to produce a single South Sea pearl, whereas more common freshwater oysters can take as little as three months and create dozens ...
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2010s Hong Kong Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Lucky Fish Shaped 2.73 Carat Natural Fancy Color Diamond RIng 18K Designer
Located in Hung Hom, HK
Fancy-colored diamonds can be resold anywhere in the world, in any currency. Demand is much higher than supply, and if you are patient enough, you will double their value in just 4 t...
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2010s Hong Kong Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

4.7 Carat Australian Black Opal Certified "Lightening Ridge" Mine 18K Ring
Located in Hung Hom, HK
Black opals from Lightning Ridge are among the most prized gems in the world. The name is inspired by their solid black bodies, upon which a spectrum of strong, vibrant colours stand...
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2010s Hong Kong Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold

Funky No Heat Sapphire Crowned On 13.4 mm South Sea pearl 18K Designer Ring
Located in Hung Hom, HK
Possible only with meticuolous hand craft skill, this ring has been hand crafted in Hong Kong with utmost precision. A 13.40 mm south sea pearl is crowned with a sugar loaf no heat s...
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2010s Hong Kong Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold

2.32 Carats Intense Pink Diamond Cluster Stud Earring 18K
Located in Hung Hom, HK
The cost of pink diamonds can vary significantly, but they tend to be more expensive than most other colored diamonds, such as blue diamonds, yellow diamonds, and red diamonds. Natur...
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2010s Hong Kong Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pink Diamond, 18k Gold

Crimson Red Ruby Accented With 0.40 Carat White Diamond Pointy Ring
Located in Hung Hom, HK
The term Crimson Red was selected to accompany the best (rarest and most beautiful) rubies beyond fluorescence. Crimson describes a rich, saturated red colour, allowing also a minute...
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2010s Hong Kong Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Georg Jensen Denmark Acorn Sterling Silver Tea Caddy/Sugar Spoon #16892
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Georg Jensen Denmark sterling silver tea caddy or sugar spoon in the Acorn pattern. No monogram. The Acorn pattern was introduced in 1915 as a collaboration between Georg ...
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20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Emerald White Diamond Black Diamond Snake Bangle Bracelet J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald White Diamond Black Diamond Snake Bangle Bracelet J Dauphin J DAUPHIN Bangle Arm Cuff with 3 snakes having eyes set with Emeralds ( 2 ), Black Diamond ( 2 ) and White Diamon...
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2010s American Egyptian Revival Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Gold Plate, Brass

Diamond Wings Bypass Cluster Ring 1.43 Carats 18K Gold
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Diamonds = 1.43 Carats Metal: 18K Gold Ring Size: 6.25* US *It can be resized complimentary
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Waxing or Waning Moon Charm Pendant, 24K Solid Yellow Gold with 0.04ct Diamonds
Located in Bozeman, MT
Moon Charm, 24K Solid Yellow Gold Moon, Waxing or Waning, Pendant-Charm with Diamonds Size - Small Charm (Looks great paired and layered with other charm pendants.) 6 Diamonds - 0.0...
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2010s Turkish Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.10 Carat Diamond 18k Rose Gold Snake Bracelet
Located in Firenze, FI
18k Rose gold viper snake bracelet with 3.10 carat in F/VvS diamonds. new, store sample retail 38000€. This bangle is resizable.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Antique Aquamarine drop pendant, 15k yellow gold, Pearl
Located in NEWARK, GB
A truly stunning antique Aquamarine drop pendant. Art Nouveau era this beautiful triple drop pendant emphasises clean lines and geometric shapes combined with delicate yet rich hues...
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Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Aquamarine, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georg Jensen Denmark Acorn Sterling Silver Large Gravy Ladle 7 3/4" #16890
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Georg Jensen Denmark sterling silver gravy ladle in the Acorn pattern. No monogram. The Acorn pattern was introduced in 1915 as a collaboration between Georg Jensen and de...
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20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Nordic Picture Pendant Locket Diamond solid 18K Gold /5gr
Located in SE
Antique 18K Yellow Gold Pendant Locket with a diamond cut Diamond in white Gold rhombus shaped bezel. Hand-engraved ornament on the front side. Swedish pendant. Marked 18K. No hallm...
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1930s Swedish Art Nouveau Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Natural Myanmar Handcrafted Icy Type Bicolor Green and Yellow Jade Earrings
Located in Kowloon, HK
Introducing our extraordinary bicolor jade earrings, a pinnacle of refined elegance and timeless sophistication. These exquisitely handcrafted earrings feature meticulously selected ...
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2010s Hong Kong Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Jade, 18k Gold

1920s Art Nouveau Garnet and Yellow Gold Coin Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique Art Nouveau 0.06 carat garnet and 18k yellow gold coin pendant; part of diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressive antique coin pendant...
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1920s Unknown Art Nouveau Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 1870 Etruscan Revival Celestial Star Bracelet In 15Kt Gold With Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Victorian Etruscan Revival celestial star bracelet. Very rare bracelet of a celestial star highly decorated, created in England during the Victorian Era (1837-1901), back in the 187...
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1870s English Etruscan Revival Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, 15k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold, Gold

Antique von Belfrage Brooch Intaglio Carnelian solid 18K Gold /10 gr
Located in SE
Antique brooch in 18K Orange Gold dating from ca. 18th - 19th century set with Carnelian stone featuring miniature hand-carved/ engraved variation of Coats of Arms of ancient Swedish...
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19th Century Swedish Baroque Revival Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Certified Royal Blue Sapphire in Diamond White Sapphire Long Earrings
Located in Kowloon, HK
Elevate your style with our timeless and elegant dangle earrings. These exquisite earrings feature royal blue sapphires, diamonds, and white sapphires, carefully handcrafted to perfe...
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2010s Hong Kong Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage Open Flower Ladies Diamond & Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Behold a stunning ensemble of 18K yellow gold adorned with 0.38 carat natural diamonds boasting SI clarity and F-G color. This collection boasts exquisite craftsmanship and vintage-i...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 kt. White Gold Carrera y Carrera 0.86 ct. Diamond Ring, Butterfly Dance
Located in Antwerp, BE
Stunning 18 kt. White Gold Carrera y Carrera 0.86 ct. Diamond Ring, Butterfly Dance The ring features a graceful setting designed with a butterfly motif. The top part of the ring is...
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Early 2000s Spanish Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ring with diamonds 18k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18 kt white gold ring set with brilliant cut diamonds, approx. 0.24 carats in total F/G VS/SI - ring size U.S. 6 - Eu. 16.5 (52) Detailed description the top of the ring is 7.0 mm ...
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1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ring with pearl and diamonds 18k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold ring with pearls and old mine cut diamond. 0.23ct – F/G – SI – ring size U.S. 6.5 – EU. 17(53) Detailed description the top of the ring has a diameter of 1.5 cm wide...
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1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sterling Silver Communion Chalice and Paten Made in France.
Located in Orimattila, FI
Sterling Silver Communion Chalice and Paten Made in France. The cover is bent in the case. Kalkki and Lautanen intact. In great condition. T...
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Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Antique Jewelry & Watches

Art Nouveau Circa 1900s 18k Gold Top Silver Natural Diamond And Emerald Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.1 grams. Totally is diamond 0.18 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs clarity. Totally is emerald 1 ct. Ring size is US 8.2 (We offer...
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Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver

Victorian 1880 Etruscan Revival Large Dangle Drop Earrings In 15 Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Etruscan-Roman revival dangle drop earrings. Gorgeous pair of oversized dangle-drop earrings, created in England during the Victorian era (1837-1901), back in the 1880's. These beau...
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1880s English Etruscan Revival Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Imperial Russian Orthodox Cross Crucifix Solid 56 / 14K Gold /5cm /3.9 gr
Located in SE
Russian Orthodox Cross pendant in solid 56 / 14K Rose Gold and Yellow (body of Christ ) Gold. Detailed depiction of the Saviour and delicate engravings. Hallmarked with old Russian G...
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Early 1900s Russian Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Monumental Jeweled 7 Inch Bishop Cross And Heart Necklace 46 Inch Silver Chain
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a magnificent Museum Quality Antique Jeweled Orthodox Bishop Cross Necklace. The extraordinary necklace features a 7 inch pendant of a bejeweled cross in Silver-Gilt with...
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19th Century Unknown Renaissance Revival Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver

MiriamHaskell Late1920s Hess SignatureGrapeClusterPendant GlassPearl Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Featuring the earliest white-swirled glass and enameled faux-pearl round beads handcrafted by Parisian lampwork-master Louis Rousselet for American entrepreneur Miriam Haskell and he...
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1920s American Baroque Revival Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Silver

Bochic “Orient” Diamond & Orange Sapphire Vintage Crown Ring Set 18K & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Diamond & Sapphire Vintage Crown Ring Set In 18K & Silver Natural Orange Sapphire - 2 carats Natural single cut gray diamond...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, Silver, Gold Plate, 18k Gold

Antique 14K Yellow Gold Enameled Leaf Diamond Blue Garnet Necklace #16978
Located in Washington Depot, CT
. Delicate and dainty, this draped chain holds iridescent pink and green enameled leaves with a freshwater pearl drop. One leaf holds a bezel set old minor cut diamond approx. .06c...
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20th Century Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k...

Necklace set with pearls and diamonds 14k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold necklace set with pearls and brilliant and single cut diamonds. 0.75ct - F/G - SI - 40 cm long detailed description the length of the necklace is 40 cm long by 2.3 m...
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2010s Dutch Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique oval Picture Locket Pendant solid 18K Yellow Gold / 6gr
Located in SE
Hand-made in 18K Gold - Pendant / Locket with hand-engraved ornaments of Greek Key on both sides. Made in solid 18K Yellow Gold. One internal removable bezel inside, no glass. All pa...
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1930s Swedish Art Nouveau Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Baroque” Ruby, Sapphire & Blue Opal Set In 18K Gold and silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Baroque” Ruby, Sapphire & Blue Opal Set In 18K Gold and silver Natural Red Ruby 20 Carats Blue Opals - 8 Carats Natural Sapphires - 30 Carats 18K Yellow Gold This Neckl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Ruby, Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

18k Solid White Gold Modern Diamond Enamel Open Ring for Women
Located in Houston, TX
Modern Diamond Enamel Open Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural diamond of 0.38 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style. Designed with enamel and diamond set making...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Antique Intaglio Signet Ring Carnelian solid 20K Gold Ø US8 / 3.7gr
Located in SE
Signet intaglio Ring featuring natural Carnelian stone with naturalistic and symbolic intaglio of a middle aged Woman - Wife , Mother or Sister measuring 10 mm x 5 mm . The body of t...
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Early 1900s Swedish Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold

Vintage Shell Cameo Bracelet
Located in Chesterland, OH
The lovely cameo bracelet has a surprising rectangular shell cameo and special carved links. This gold-filled bracelet is marked for Simmons on its fold-over clasp. It is 12k gold-fi...
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20th Century American Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Dimos 22k Gold Museum Copy Cocktail Pyramids Bracelet
Located in Athens, GR
The Pyramids. A exact museum copy from the 300 BC. 22k yellow gold hand made to perfection and set with 0.18 carats natural gems stones showing off our hig...
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Greek Revival Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 22k Gold

5.04 Carat Light Yellow Diamond Art Deco Halo Pendant Ring, Radiant Rectangular
Located in PARIS, FR
We invite you to discover this majestic ring set with a rectangular (radiant) Fancy Light Yellow cut diamond of 5.04 carat GIA certified enhanced with a halo of yellow diamonds and c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

Earring studs set with diamonds 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold solitaire ear studs with old mine cut diamond up to. 0.36ct – G/H – SI Detailed description: the size of the ear stud is 4.1 mm wide Total weight 1.0 grams set wi...
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2010s Dutch Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Gold Coral Etruscan Revival Long Drop Earrings C 1860
Located in Firenze, IT
A pair of authentic, very fine Victorian period coral and 18K yellow gold earrings, possibly Italian, in the Etruscan Revival style, immensely fashionable at the time and inspired by...
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1860s Italian Etruscan Revival Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Coral, 18k Gold

(Big Ring)Amethysts(17.30cts)Gold Plated&White gold Plated over sterling silver
Located in Bangkok, TH
Amethysts Oval checkkerboard (17.30cts) size 18x13 mm. Pink sapphire size 1.3 mm. 36pcs. pave setting in Black rhodium Plated Tanzanite Round size 3.0 mm. 3 pcs White Zircon Round...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

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Amethyst, Pink Sapphire, Tanzanite, Zircon, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Rhodiu...

14K Art Nouveau Rhodolite Garnet Sculptural Bird Ring
Located in Hummelstown, PA
This charming Art Nouveau bird ring centers on a glowing 1.55 carat pinkish-purple rhodolite garnet held by a pair of sinuous leaves that double as stylized wings. Circa 1900, crafte...
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Garnet, Rhodolite, 14k Gold

14kt gold filigree Torpedo dangle Earrings
Located in Plainsboro, NJ
Handmade antique 14kt gold Torpedo earrings featuring fine applied filigree panels on hollow teardrop shape dangles. Looks handmade with beautiful details all around. Dates late 19t...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Etruscan Revival Jewelry & Watches

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14k Gold

Art Nouveau, Skeleton Key with Diamond Charm Pendant, 24K Gold & 0.02ct Diamonds
Located in Bozeman, MT
Skeleton Key and Diamond Charm Pendant, 24kt Yellow Gold and 0.02ct Diamonds, comes with 16" gold vermeil chain. Small Charm (Looks great paired and layered with other charm pendant...
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2010s Turkish Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Ruby And Old Mine Cut Diamond Necklace
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique 19th century art nouveau necklace in 18k gold with an estimate natural rubies of 6 carats and old mine cut diamonds 3.5 carats white color no inclousions decorted with black ...
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1890s Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry & Watches

Art Nouveau Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Swirling Floral Antique Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as whiplash motif vines centering a dogtooth pearl depicted as a closed bloom Measuring 11.0 x 16.5 mm and white in body color with strong iridescence Well matched to two ...
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Endless Baroque Pearl Necklace 54 inch 12397
Located in New York, NY
Endless Baroque Pearl Necklace 7 mm average each Can be double wrapped. 96.9 grams
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21st Century and Contemporary Gothic Revival Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl

Ancient Egyptian Taweret Pendant solid 18K / 7.3gr
Located in SE
Ancient ,at least 2000 years old (or much older) original pendant of Taweret - protective ancient Egyptian goddess of childbirth and fertility later mounted in solid 18K gold frame....
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15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Egyptian Revival Antique Jewelry & Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Black White Textile Asymmetrical Crochet Dangle Earrings
Located in Kfar Sava, IL
These are one of a kind, whimsical, asymmetrical, black and white crochet earrings. These are so much fun. They are very light weight. The are crochet with a smooth passing thread. T...
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21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

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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