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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
New 3 Carat Marquise Paraiba Blue Apatite Sunburst 14k Gold PL Sterling Necklace
Located in Eagan, MN
This necklace is just beautiful. I love the design. The pendant has two cuts of Paraiba stones throughout, Marquise and Round. It is set in a 925 Sterling Silver Starburst setting...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Paraiba, Apatite, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, White Gold

New 13 Carat Cornflower Blue Sapphire & Diamond Cut Sapphire Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
The stone is from Tanzania and is just exquisite. The stone is a Cornflower Blue Sapphire and is 13 carats. I love the cornflower blue sapphires and they don't come around all that ...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver

NORMA JEAN signed vintage gold tone rhinestone designer clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed NORMA JEAN • gold tone with rhinestones • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sk...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

TIFFANY & Co. Etoile Platinum Diamond 4mm Band Ring 6.5
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile Platinum Diamond 4mm Band Ring 6.5 Metal: Platinum Size: 6.5 Band Width: 4mm Weight: 7.40 grams Diamond: 10 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight ...
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2010s American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique 9ct Rose Gold 32 Inch Edwardian Belcher Chain with Swivel Clasp
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Belcher Chain 9ct Rose Gold Stamped Circa 1900 This stunning Edwardian belcher link chain is made of 9ct rose gold and dates back to the early 1900s. The beauty of this p...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Back & Front, Edwardian Heart Shaped Floral Paste Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Heart Locket 9ct Rose Gold Back & Front Circa 1910 * The chain is sold separately Explore the elegance of this stunning 9ct yellow gold Edwardian-era locket, a true...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 18ct Gold , Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Drop Earrings 18ct Yellow Gold Circa 1880 A pair of elegant earrings crafted in richly toned 18ct yellow gold. Each earring centres on a deep blue oval-cut sapphire, beze...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

1912 Ring 3.5 Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl Cymophane solid 18K Gold Ø 6.75US / 2gr
Located in SE
114 Years old Ring with with plain shoulders decorated with bezel set natural Cat’s Eye Cymophane or Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl ( close relative of Alexandrite ) cut cabochon 8.5 mm x ca...
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1910s Swedish Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Chrysoberyl, 18k Gold

14k Yellow Gold Knot Textured and Smooth Post Earrings
Located in Eagan, MN
These are such versatile earrings. You can dress them up or dress them down. The earrings measure 14 x 14 mm and are stamped "585" on the post. They have a butterfly backs that is ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Pavé Diamond & 18k Yellow Gold Band with Tri-Gold Accent
Located in Orlando, FL
Specifications... Metal: 18k yellow gold Accent: 18k Tri-gold crossover detail (yellow, white, and rose tones) Diamonds: 26 round brilliant cut diamonds Diamond Quality: F color, VS...
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1970s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold .35ct Diamond Hoop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold .35ct Diamond Hoop Earrings Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 16.50 grams Measurements: 19.25mm (0.76") in diameter across the hoop, 8.25mm(0.32") in...
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2010s American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum Edwardian Diamond Dormeuse Drop Earrings Circa 1910
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Drop Earrings 18ct Gold & Platinum Circa 1910 A pair of elegant Edwardian drop earrings, each composed of two graduated old-cut diamonds in rubover settings, ...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Imperial Gold-Mounted Smoky Quartz Diamond Egg Pendant by Oskar Pihl
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are pleased to present another exceptional item from our collection—a charming miniature gold-mounted egg pendant crafted from smoky quartz and adorned with a natural diamond old-...
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Late 19th Century Russian Empire Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Adjustable Diamond Belt Ring - 14k
Located in Orlando, FL
A wonderfully sculptural and playful example of 1970s jewelry design, this vintage belt ring translates a classic fashion motif into solid gold with diamond-set buckle detailing. Bot...
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1970s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fabergé Imperial Gold-Mounted Rock Crystal Egg Pendant by Michael Perkhin
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are pleased to present an exceptional and rare miniature egg pendant from the Russian Imperial era. Crafted in the St. Petersburg workshop of the legendary master jeweler Michael ...
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Late 19th Century Russian Empire Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Art Nouveau French 18ct Yellow Gold, Diamond and Pearl Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique French Diamond & Pearl Brooch 18ct Yellow Gold Circa 1910 An elegant openwork brooch in 18ct yellow gold with platinum detail, modelled in the sinuous foliate style of...
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari Tono Heart Pendant 18k & Steel w/ 18k Gold Bail 31mm
Located in Orlando, FL
BVLGARI Tondo Heart Pendant – 18k Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Specifications Designer: Bulgari Collection: Tondo Heart Metal: 18k yellow gol...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel

Antique 15ct Gold, Victorian Pietra Dura Floral Peony Mosaic Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Victorian Pietra Dura Brooch 15ct Gold Circa 1880 A superb example of a Victorian PIETRA DURA brooch. Set in 15ct gold with a plaque depicting an array of beautiful flo...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 15k Gold

Arpas 14k Yellow & White Gold Bamboo Link 16" Necklace - 11.80 Grams
Located in Eagan, MN
This necklace is just gorgeous. I love the design. It is such a quality made piece. It has sections of 14k yellow gold with 14k white gold round separators. It is 16 inches long ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

New .50 Carat Emerald & Diamond Cut Sapphire & Enamel 14k Gold PL Earrings
Located in Eagan, MN
These earrings are just beautiful. This is one of those pieces I would love to own. There is a 4 x 4 mm natural emerald on each earrings totaling .5 carats. It has diamond cut sapp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Emerald, Enamel, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Textured .50 Carat Garnet Post Earrings - Stamped
Located in Eagan, MN
I love these earrings. They are so well made and in beautiful condition. You can wear them either way, pointing up or down. They are just the coolest design. They each have a 4 m...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified, Antique Chinese Jade Gold Pendant Goddess Guanyin With Diamond
Located in Chesterland, OH
A marvelous item featuring a massive piece of carved variegated white and orange jade depicting the goddess Guanyin. For a touch of sophistication, the top of the pendant is framed i...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Gold, 14k Gold

18ct Gold 0.50 Carat Diamond Single Stone Engagement Ring Hallmarked London 1979
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Engagement Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked London 1979 Makers Mark F.D.P Step back in time with this exquisite vintage engagement ring from the 1970s, showcasing timele...
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Late 20th Century English Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

14K Yellow Gold Jacmel Mauritius JCM Paperclip Style Earrings 1.4 Inches Long
Located in Eagan, MN
This is just a fabulous pair of earrings. The earrings are 1.4 inches long and .50 inches wide. They have a textured pattern on the bottom half of the earrings. They are definitel...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage gold tone pink enamel flowers designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with enamel • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 58 ❤️❤️ VI...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Pearl & Brilliant Cut Diamond Cluster Post Earrings
Located in Eagan, MN
What a beautiful, elegant pair of earrings. You can dress them up or down. The pearls measure 6 x 4 mm. The earring is then enhanced by three 1.5 mm diamonds on each earring. The...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage gold tone pearls rhinestone massive designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with faux pearls and rhinestones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

KENNETH JAY LANE KJL signed vintage pastel enamel rhinestone butterfly brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed KENNETH JAY LANE KJL • gold tone with enamel and rhinestones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso 2.2 TCW Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Ring, 1980
Located in New York, NY
Rare estate Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso 2.2 TCW diamond double sphere east west 18K yellow gold and platinum cocktail ring 20th Century This fabulous double sphere diamond ring is f...
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20th Century American Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

LIZ CLAIBORNE signed vintage silver gold tone pink rhinestone eye bunny brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed LC LIZ CLAIBORNE • gold and silver tone with rhinestones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal sign...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

CHRISTIAN DIOR signed vintage gold plated amber crystal designer clip on earring
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed CHRISTIAN DIOR • gold plated with crystal • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear ...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

New 21.11 Carat Citrine & Diamond Cut Sapphire Sterling Ring Size 7
Located in Eagan, MN
The stone is from Sri Lanka and is just beautifully cut and exquisite. It is a Golden Yellow Citrine stone and is 21.11 carats. It is a fancy cut oval stone and measures 20 x 17 mm ...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Citrine, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co Rope Motif Oval Link Bracelet 18k, Italy
Located in Orlando, FL
This substantial Tiffany & Co. bracelet is a refined expression of the house’s late-20th-century Italian craftsmanship, executed in richly toned 18K yellow gold with a classic rope-m...
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1990s Italian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1953 Retro Bracelet solid 835 Silver / 18 cm / 21 gr
Located in SE
Vintage Silver Flowers bracelet made and hallmarked at workshop of GD& Co in Malmo, Sweden in 1953 ( date combination C9) . Length : 18 cm closed. Each link : 11 mm wide. There is ...
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1950s Swedish Renaissance Revival Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver

Vintage silver tone rhinestones designer necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • silver tone with rhinestones • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 58 ...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

New 14.7 Carat Cornflower Blue & Diamond Cut Sapphire Sterling Earrings
Located in Eagan, MN
These earrings are just a spectacular color and one you don't see very often. The stones are from Madagascar and are just exquisite. They are fancy oval cut stones and are each 7.35...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

New 5.15 Carat Aquamarine & Diamond Cut Sapphire Sterling Earrings
Located in Eagan, MN
These earrings are so cool. They make their own statement. The main stones are Aquamarines from Africa and are just exquisite. They are very high-quality stones. They are oval cu...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Aquamarine, Silver, Sterling Silver

Stunning 12ct Round Briolette Cut Prasiolite Drop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bijoux Num 12ct Round Briolette Cut Prasiolite Drop Vermeil Earrings These stunning pair of earrings features top quality round briolette-cut pastel green prasiolite (6ct each, 12ct...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Chanel Classic Small Gold Crystal CC Earrings
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 2019 Collection The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box and pouch IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Gripoix Glass Rare Moghul Toned Bead Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional Gripoix cast glass rare Moghul toned bead necklace from the 1930's. Of large round ruby, pink oval ribbed pumpkin beads and unusual jade round tablet beads, hand wired fo...
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1930s French Anglo-Indian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Brass, Bronze

14k Yellow Gold 3.0 Carat Blue Topaz & Diamond Filigree Ring Size 7.75 - Stamped
Located in Eagan, MN
What a beautiful, well made ring and elegant ring. The color of the Topaz stone is just excellent. The ring is a size 7.75 and stamped "14K' and also stamped with a Maker's Mark but ...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1950's Pearl necklace floral filigree red rhinestone pendant pearls
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This truly magnificent 1950's pearl necklace, accented by a central filigree floral pendant, decorated with small linked pearls and claw set rhinestones in shades of ruby and silver,...
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1950s Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Mixed Metal

Vintage Set Necklace Bracelet natural Lapis Lazuli Sterling Silver / 42.5cm/ 46g
Located in SE
Vintage ca 1950s - 1960s Retro / Modernist 2 piece Jewellery Set comprised of matching Necklace and Bracelet. Hand-made, all metal parts including security chains in solid 925 Silve...
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1960s Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver

Afghan Mine 16.30 Carats Blue Green Loose Tourmaline Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline Weight 16.30 Carats Dimension: 14.8x12.9x9.8 Mm Origin: Kunar Afghanistan Mine Shape: Cushion Color: Blueish Green Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer demand Bl...
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2010s Afghan Arts and Crafts Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian 18ct Gold and Pearl Pendant Circa 1880
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Pearl Pendant 18ct Gold Circa 1880 * The chain is sold separately An elegant antique pendant in richly hued 18ct yellow gold, featuring a symmetrical openwork design of...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

7.95 Carat Natural Loose Tourmaline Lot For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Tourmaline Lot Weight: 7.95 Carat Sizes: 1.40 To 2.30 Carat Origin: Afghanistan Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand Tourmaline is a captivating gemstone known...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Tourmaline, Other

Antique 15ct Gold Ruby & Diamond Cluster Pendant Circa 1880
Located in Brighton, GB
Ruby & Diamond Cluster Pendant Necklace 15ct Gold Chain Sold Separately A late Victorian pendant in 15ct yellow gold, centred with an oval-cut ruby of deep crimson hue in an ...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold

SARAH COVENTRY signed vintage silver tone flower rose designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed SARAH COVENTRY • silver tone • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 57 ❤️❤️ ...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Double Flower 18k Yellow Gold Ring w/ Citrine
Located in Orlando, FL
A refined double-flower ring crafted in solid 18K yellow gold, featuring two sculptural floral motifs set side by side. Each blossom is centered with a warm golden citrine, creating ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Rolo Link Chain, 25 Inch Edwardian Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Rolo Link Chain 9ct Rose Gold Circa 1900 This exquisite 9ct gold-stamped Edwardian rolo link chain is a true masterpiece that will elevate any outfit. The chain measures a...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum Stamped 1920s Emerald and Diamond Crossover Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Emerald & Diamond Trilogy Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Stamped Circa 1920s This stunning trilogy ring from the 1920s is a true vintage beauty. The ring is crafted in...
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Early 20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Platinum

Antique 15ct Gold, Victorian Cabochon Amethyst & Pearl Oval Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Amethyst Pendant 15ct Gold Tested Circa 1910 *chain sold separately An elegant Edwardian pendant in 15ct yellow gold, featuring a richly coloured oval cabochon amethyst...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

Antique Diamond Toi et Moi Ring 18ct Gold Platinum Edwardian Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Toi et Moi Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Stamped Circa 1910 This beautiful 18ct gold and platinum ring boasts a timeless toi et moi style, featuring two stunning c...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Double Row Old Cut Diamond Band Ring, Circa 1880
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Double row ring. Crafted in 18ct gold with hint of rose, this elegant band features two parallel lines of old-cut diamonds set in platinum, enhanc...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold Silver Set, Art Nouveau Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Art Nouveau Ring 18ct Rose Gold & Silver Setting Circa 1920 Experience the elegance of a bygone era with this stunning Art Nouveau statement ring. It features an exqu...
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique 15ct Gold Edwardian Pearl Starburst Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Starburst Pendant 15ct Gold Circa 1910 *chain sold separately Crafted in 15ct yellow gold, this finely balanced design radiates from a central cluster of seed pearls, ea...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

14k Gold Rose Quartz Pink Topaz Sea Shell Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Sea Shell Earrings Rose Quartz, Pink Topaz, 14k Gold Carved Rose Quartz shells (15mm diameter) with pink topaz gems. The center square pink topaz are 4mm square bezeled in 14k gold...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Quartz, Topaz, 14k Gold

Carnelian Fish Pendants, mother and children, with Diamonds, Pink Sapphire & 14k
Located in New York, NY
Carnelian Fish Pendants Carnelian, Diamonds, Pink Sapphire & 14k Gold One large and two small hand carved carnelian sardine fish pendants, each with a 2mm round diamond eye, be...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Carnelian, Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold

AVON vintage gold tone figural cats panthers link chain designer necklace
By Avon
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned AVON • gold tone • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 59 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Michael Kneebone Turquoise Topaz Gray Pearl Diamond Chalcedony Dangle Earrings
Located in Austin, TX
Cool tones of icy blue are featured in these dramatic and stylish dangle earrings. The highly domed tops are studded with dozens of tiny turquoise cabochons. Set below are round sk...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, Pearl, Topaz, Turquoise, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Vermeil

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.