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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Style: Retro
Style: Native American
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5 grams. Totally is diamond 0.20 carat. The diamond is has G-H color and vs-vvs clarity. Totally is sapphire 0.50 carat. Ring size is US 6 (We...
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1980s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Bucherer Alarm Watch Stainless Steel
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Bucherer 1970s Large Stainless Steel Alarm Watch, a striking timepiece that exudes vintage charm and functionality. Encased in a robust stainless steel barrel-shaped ...
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1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

PEPI Cocktail Gemstone and Diamond Dome Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
18k Yellow Gold PEPI Diamond Cocktail and Dome Ring, a stunning fusion of retro allure and contemporary sophistication. Crafted in the 1990s style, this ring boasts a commanding pre...
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Late 20th Century North American Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

HRD Certified Palladium and Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The HRD Certified Palladium and Diamond Solitaire Ring epitomizes understated luxury and timeless sophistication. Crafted from lustrous palladium, a metal renowned for its durability...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Palladium

Vintage 22kt gold band ring, wedding band
Located in NEWARK, GB
You can't go wrong with the rich, warm, buttery gold of this vintage 22ct gold band ring. Band rings are elegant and stylish and never go out of style, whether you are opting for a ...
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Mid-20th Century British Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 24.2 grams. Totally is diamond about 1 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs-s1 clarity. Totally is ruby 0.60 ct. Total lenght is neckla...
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1980s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Ebel for Watches of Switzerland Manual Wind Calatrava RARE
By Ebel
Located in New York, NY
This is an ultra rare Ebel Calatrava made for Watches of Switzerland in the 1970's. This watch has a stunning white Roman Numeral dial. It is a true classic! This watch is powered by...
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1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Ruby Crystal Brooch, Regal Motif, Silver-Tone Setting Mid 1900s
Located in Milford, DE
Size: 1 1/8 inches Discover the elegance of the past with our vintage mid-1900s brooch, featuring a striking triangular pattern of ruby-colored crystals. Each crystal is meticulousl...
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Mid-20th Century North American Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Crystal

Bochic Dragon “Orient” Ruby & White Zircon Brooch In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic Dragon “Orient” Ruby & White Zircon Brooch In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Ruby - 9.70 carat Natural White Zircon 3 carat The Brooch is from the "Orient" collection and is ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Ruby, Zircon, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Vintage 18k Gold Circa 1980s Natural Diamond And Caliber Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 4.8 grams. Totally is diamond 0.25 carat. Totally is ruby 0.35 carat. The diamond is has G color and vvs-vs clarity. Ring size is 6.5 (We offe...
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1980s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Vintage Lavender Pearl Collar Necklace with Sterling Silver Accents, Clasp
Located in Milford, DE
Necklace length: 47cm / 18.5 inches Cultured pearl, approx 1cm each Color: Assortment of lavender shades Marks / Hallmarks: 925 on clasp Indulge in timeless elegance with our vintag...
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20th Century North American Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver

Lucien Piccard Tank Watch 14K Gold with Precious Gems
Located in New York, NY
Revel in the timeless elegance of this exquisite 14K yellow gold wristwatch from the iconic Lucien Piccard collection. Hailing from the 1960s, this manual wind timepiece features a s...
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1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Pearls, Rubies, Sapphires, Emeralds, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Danish Amethyst Earrinngs Dangle solid 18K Gold /2.4gr
Located in SE
Vintage Danish pair ca. 1970s with natural Amethyst stones briolete cut (on both sides) of vivid light Purple color. Solid 18K Rose Gold, ergonomically simple shapes and beautifully ...
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1980s Danish Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold

Vintage Floral Cluster Crystal Brooch Pin, Peridot and Citrine Crystal, Retro
Located in Milford, DE
Size: 3 x 2.75 inches Glass crystals Light-gold tone metal setting Rediscover retro charm with this vintage floral brooch, featuring a radiant cluster of marquise and round-cut crys...
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20th Century North American Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Crystal

Vintage European stud Halo Earrings Emeralds Diamonds solid 18K Gold / 2.2 gr
Located in SE
A pair of fine flower studs in solid 18K Yellow and White Gold. European sisters made ca. 1960s -1970s. Two oval cut natural oval green Emeralds 4 x 3 mm / ca.0.2 ct each, both dem...
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1970s Danish Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Rubies, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Dangle Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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1980s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Pendant 50ct Emerald 1.32ctw Diamonds solid 18K Yellow Gold / 16 gr
Located in SE
This is a very attractive golden pendant with a huge natural Emerald surrounded by Diamonds. Emerald measures 24 mm x 20 mm x 14 mm deep / ca. 50 ct . This stone is of Light Green ...
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1880s Swedish Retro Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Vintage Circa 1970s 14k Gold Natural Diamond And Emerald Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 8.8 grams. Totally is diamond 2.32 carat. The diamond is has F-G color and vvs-vs clarity. Totally is emerald 1.24 carat. Ring size is US 6.5 ...
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1970s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Calatrava 14K Yellow Gold Movado Factories Movement
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Tiffany & Co. 1950's circa watch, boasting a 34mm 14KT gold large round case with teardrop lugs. Its silver dial is adorned with gold markers and features a sub-dial ...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Tahiti Pearl, Diamonds, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Omega Seamaster Reference 2802 Watch Automatic Stainless Steel
Located in New York, NY
This is a great condition Omega Seamaster reference 2802 from 1954. It has an all steel 33mm case and a snap case back. The watch is powered by an Omega caliber 490 17 jewel automa...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Diamonds, Amethysts, Pearls, 14 Karat White and Rose Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Retro Floral Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Retro Floral Necklace A two-tone gold floral necklace with three rose gold roses adorned with round-cut diamonds and yellow gold leaves. Made circa 1940 Approximate Length: 16" ...
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1940s Unknown Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Jaeger-LeCoultre Cocktail Watch 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the vintage 1960's 14K White Gold LeCoultre ladies wristwatch, a true testament to timeless elegance and sophistication. This exquisite timepiece features a 28x20mm marqu...
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1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Gold

Jaeger-LeCoultre Disco Volante 14K Gold
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the LeCoultre vintage 1950's wristwatch, a timeless embodiment of elegance. This exquisite timepiece features a 32mm round 14kt yellow gold case, a beige dial, gold marke...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Vintage Original Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Pretty Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.6 grams. Totally is diamond 0.85 carat. The diamond is has F-G color and vvs-vs clarity. Ring size is US 7.5 (We offer free resizing) We ca...
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1990s Egyptian Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Retro Diamond Platinum 14k Yellow Gold Ring Set
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Retro Diamond Platinum 14k Yellow Gold Ring Set. Featuring one old European cut diamond weighing approximately 0.50 carat, graded H color, VS2 clarity. Accented by 18 single cut ...
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1940s Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Paul Breguette Cocktail Watch 14K White Gold and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Paul Breguette was a subsidiary of Ebel Watch Company. This exquisite 1970's wristwatch is 14K white gold with a diamond factory bezel. The total diamond weight is 0.60CT TDW. This w...
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1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Vintage 9k yellow gold triangle drop earrings, 1980s
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous pair of vintage 9ct yellow gold earrings. They are a modernist pair designed as two open work interlocking triangles which dangle down from the fitted stud style post. T...
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Late 20th Century European Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Waltham Masonic Watch 18K Yellow Gold Pearlized Dial
Located in New York, NY
The Waltham 18K Gold Triangular Masonic Wristwatch is a distinctive timepiece with notable features, crafted circa 2000. It houses a nickel-finished lever movement with 17 jewels, en...
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Early 2000s Swiss Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Coppola e Toppo Blue Crystal Drapery Necklace, 1950s
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fabulous multistrand necklace designed by Coppola e Toppo in the 1950s that is fresh and joyful. The piece is made up of eight strands of beads that are connected at the ends by a ...
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Bronze

Luise Lapis Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1990s Italian Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Solid Gold Woven Florentine Chain Diamond Bracelet Retro
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Retro 18 karat Yellow Gold Woven Florentine chain-link bracelet with diamond clasp. The bracelet is 18 karat solid yellow gold weighing 88.1 grams. The white gold clasp has six bezel...
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20th Century French Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Vintage Tiffany & Co. 0.80ct Colombian Emerald Engagement Ring, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Tiffany ring showcases a vibrant Colombian emerald cut emerald with enchanting green saturation. Accentuating the center stone, two tapered baguette diamonds elegantly f...
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1950s Unknown Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Retro Austrian Hungarian Ruby and Diamond Bracelet Circa 1950s
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
One mid-century Austrian-Hungarian made five bar gate style bracelet. This beautiful piece is set with a synthetic oval ruby and two old cut diamonds. Secured with a box clasp and sa...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Nastrix Cuff Watch 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is an elegant 1950's Nastrix cuff watch. The cuff is 14K yellow gold and is engraved with a beautiful period design. The watch is powered by a high grade 17 jewel manual wind mo...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Turquoise, Aquamarine Colour Topazs, Diamonds, Platinum Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Topaz, Turquoise, Platinum

Retro Pavé Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Wing Vintage Lever-Back Earrings
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The retro diamond 14 karat yellow gold wing earrings are a striking pair of Mid-20th Century design that exude elegance and sophistication. These exquisite earrings are crafted from ...
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1950s American Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

White Pearls, Sapphires, Diamonds, Platinum Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Platinum

Hamilton 1969 Liberty Coin Watch 14K Gold
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Vintage Hamilton 1969 Liberty Coin 14kt Gold Watch, a timeless treasure capturing the essence of mid-century elegance. Encased in a luxurious 14kt gold 33mm round cas...
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1960s American Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Pearl Decorated Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 18 grams. Totally is diamond 0.60 carat. The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs clarity. Please contact for any questions.
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1980s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Victorian style uncut rose cut diamond emerald 925 silver statement ring
Located in Delhi, DL
This stunning old Victorian finish ring is one of its kind. It consists of: Diamond- Natural Uncut and rose cut diamond Diamond color- Tinted yellow Metal- Silver Metal purity- 925 s...
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2010s Asian Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver

Native American TC Case & Co Navajo Cuff Bracelet 6 1/2" - Sterling 925 Gold 14k
Located in Greensboro, NC
Native American Artisan: TC Case & Co. Tribal Affiliation: Navajo Metal Content: Sterling Silver & 14k Yellow Gold Style: Cuff Fastening Type: N/A (slides over wrist) Theme: Landsc...
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21st Century and Contemporary Native American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 3.4 grams. Totally is diamond about 0.60 carat. The diamond is has H-I-J-K-L-M color and s1-s2 clarity. Totally is sapphire 0.80 carat. Ring s...
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1990s European Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Sleeping Beauty Turquoise and Sterling Silver Cross Pendant
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Stylized Native American Navajo Indian cross with six nuggets of sleeping beauty turquoise. Sterling is stamped with fluted ends. Stones are a bright and vibrant blue with some sligh...
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Late 20th Century American Native American Jewelry & Watches

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Vintage Lavender Pearl Bead Bracelet with Sterling Silver Accents, Clasp
Located in Milford, DE
Bracelet length: 21.5 cm / 8.5 in Cultured pearl, approx 1cm each Color: Assortment of lavender shades Marks / Hallmarks: 925 on clasp Indulge in timeless elegance with our vintage ...
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20th Century North American Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver

TIFFANY & CO. 14k Yellow Gold & 1909 22k Yellow Gold Coin Money Clip Circa 1940s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Tiffany & Co. Retro 14k Yellow Gold & 1909 22k Yellow Gold Liberty Coin Money Clip w/Pouch Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designr money clip. T...
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1950s American Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage Dzi Pendant, Freshwater Blue Green Pearl Bead Necklace, Sterling Silver
Located in Milford, DE
Necklace length: 45 cm / 17 3/4 in Beads vary, average size 1cm Dzi pendant: 4.4 cm / 1.75 in wide Marks / Hallmarks: 925 on clasp Elevate your style with our exquisite vintage fres...
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20th Century Asian Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Turquoise, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver

Victorian style uncut rose cut diamond green jade 925 silver statement ring
Located in Delhi, DL
This stunning old Victorian finish ring is one of its kind. It consists of: Diamond- Natural Uncut and rose cut diamond Diamond color- Tinted yellow Metal- Silver Metal purity- 925 s...
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2010s Asian Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Circa 1980s 14k Gold Natural Diamond And Cabochon Emerald Decorated Ri
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6.7 grams. Totally is diamond 2 ct. The diamond is has F-G color and vvs-vs clarity. Totally emerald 1.40 ct. Ring size is US 5.5 We can make...
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1980s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

HRD Certified Retro Style Gold Ring with Diamonds
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
This HRD Certified Retro Style Gold Ring is a true testament to vintage glamour and timeless elegance. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this ring combines the warmth of 1...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique 14K Yellow Gold Carved Mother of Pearl Cameo Brooch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Discover the timeless beauty of this vintage carved mother of pearl cameo brooch pendant. Crafted from exquisite 14K yellow gold and weigh...
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Mid-18th Century Retro Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby And Sapphire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 7.8 grams. Totally is ruby 1 ct. Totally is 0.15 sapphire ct. Totally is diamond 0.07 ct. The diamond is has H color and s2 clarity. Ring size...
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1980s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage Buccellati 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bracelet Circa 1970
Located in London, GB
A vintage Buccellati 18 karat yellow gold bracelet, circa 1970. A finely crafted 18 karat yellow gold bracelet comprised of 3 rows of flat chevron links and finished with a conceale...
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Le Must De Retro Cartier Logo Lighter, 18k Gold Plated
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Lighter Gold plated 18k Gold Comes with original Cartier case In mint exterior and working condition Circa 2000 In great condition The lighter ignites, sparks and flames
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Late 20th Century French Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Gold Plate

Aquamarine Colour Topazs, Magnesite, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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1970s Albanian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Topaz, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Coral, Rubies, Emeralds, Sapphires, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Bracelet.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Diamond Rings, Luxury Watches and Other Antique and Vintage Fine Jewelry and Estate Jewelry on 1stDibs

Our love for diamond rings, luxury watches and other antique and vintage fine jewelry and estate jewelry goes back thousands of years.

Jewelry has long been a symbol of spiritual strength, wealth or power and, of course, a means of personal expression. While materials and processes employed by the world’s most popular jewelry housesTiffany & Co., Cartier, BVLGARI and others — have evolved over time, humans still gravitate toward many of the same accessories that our ancestors wore.

Ancient Egyptians were often hard at work designing jewelry and adorning themselves with an array of necklaces, rings and other items, and nearly every Egyptian, rich or poor, was buried with some kind of jewelry. When King Tut’s burial chamber was excavated, it revealed a sense of style that inspired Art Deco jewelry designs.

Brooches and pins remain essentials in our jewelry boxes, although we no longer require them to fasten our garments, as was once their primary use. Rings, which have always been signifiers of eternity, still serve as romantic gifts and tokens of affection. Engagement rings are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment — and as it can be difficult to choose the right one, explore our buying guides for a close look at antique engagement ringsArt Deco engagement rings and vintage engagement rings. [Fun fact: It wasn’t until the 14th century that we learned how to effectively cut diamonds, a critical step in revealing the stone’s brilliance.]

Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C. We’ve even created our own new, sacred symbols — the Cartier Love bracelet, for example, with its distinctive locking mechanism, is an understated and modernist symbol of love’s promise (with its own captivating history to boot). And, crafted by French jeweler Jacques Arpels of Van Cleef & Arpels, the Magic Alhambra necklace channels luck for the wearer with its universally adored design, which is informed by four-leaf clovers, a plant synonymous with good fortune.

Whether it’s our sentimental charm jewelry, costume jewelry, chunky retro bracelets or minimalist earrings created by the likes of contemporary designers WHITE/SPACE and Agmes, luxurious jewels can elevate any outfit, regardless of your personal style.

Find a wide-ranging collection of authentic antique, new and vintage jewelry today on 1stDibs.

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