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Jewelry For Sale
Period: 19th Century
Period: 18th Century and Earlier
1986 USSR Ukrainian Earrings Diamonds solid 14K Rose White Gold / 3.32gr
Located in SE
A pair of Vintage Ukrainian Diamond Earrings with folding hooks.
Parts in solid 14K Rose Gold with top in White Gold. Each earring is marked with set of Soviet Ukrainian standard h...
Category
1880s Ukrainian Retro Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Antique Italian 1.2ct Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
The antique ring presents a central old-cut diamond within a surround of old-cut diamonds, principal diamond approx. 1.20ct, remaining diamonds approx. 0,80ct total.
The setting is 1...
Category
1890s Italian Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Etruscan Revival 18K Gold Locket Necklace attr. Eugene Fontenay, Paris 1870
Located in New York, NY
Large, stunning granulated antique French Etruscan Revival locket with the original, equally spectacular large chain. The oval locket exquisitely decorated with a technique known as granulation, where a tiny gold bead is individually applied to a surface to form a geometric pattern. Done entirely by hand and requiring a master goldsmith, this technique is thought to have originated in Sumer approximately 5000 years ago. The Etruscans mastered the process in the first millennium B.C and closely guarded its secret, becoming celebrated for creating some of the most beautiful and technically advanced gold jewelry ever made.
Condition: This piece is in very good condition retaining the original interior crystal, the hinges work very well and are precisely calibrated to stay open in place when desired. The back of the locket shows normal wear with just the slightest waviness. The chain is in excellent condition.
Composed as a pendant locket on its original chain, the oval gold links reeded on the interior and applied chain link on the exterior, the oval locket decorated with twisted wirework circles and fine applied granulation patterns, suspended from a long bale with quatrefoil granulation. Hinged on the side, opening to reveal a hinged glass panel for a personal memento.
French assay mark and maker's mark partially obscured
Confident attribution to Fontenay based on partial hallmark and similar published examples.
References: Wartski for gold enamelled locket on chain necklace, sold archives; DSF for gold enamelled locket pendant of similar workmanship and design. Fontenay pieces retaining the original chain which may be worn on its own are rare and desirable.
Eugene Fontenay...
Category
19th Century French Etruscan Revival Antique Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18th Century Georgian Rare Heart Motif Diamond 14K Gold Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Enchanting and romantic, large antique 18th century Georgian period heart motif rose cut diamond 14K gold and silver topped gold engagement ring
Composed of a central Rose cut diamon...
Category
18th Century Georgian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Spain Blue Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Drop Earrings "Isabelino" Ca. 1830´s
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Spain Blue Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Drop Earrings "Isabelino" Ca. 1830´s
Ca. 1830´s (1833-1868).
These earrings are a clear example of early Victorian jewelry, a subtle combina...
Category
1830s Spanish Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Exceptional Large Natural Vermillion Color Faceted Antique Baltic Amber Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Superb, rare natural translucent faceted Baltic amber necklace of impressive size, gem quality and color reminiscent of fine rich cognac. This necklace has been tested for natural amber and has a high degree of electrical attraction. The reddish orange, vermillion color is scarcely seen in natural amber necklaces of this scale. Amber has long been associated with the power of attraction and excellent communication, as is the color red- making this necklace doubly desirable.
38.5 inches (97.8cm) long, 31mm by 14mm to 13mm by 9mm
Weight: 192.6 grams
Late 19th Century
Provenance: Estate of a US Ambassador
Composed of 67 hand faceted graduated amber beads measuring 31mm to 13mm, well matched, translucent, some with natural inclusions. Slightly varying in shape and faceting consistent with being hand made and soft from handling over time. Very minor abrasions observed under magnification. A necklace of this size and quality would most assuredly have been created for a member of the aristocracy.
A very similar necklace is illustrated in Louis Sherr Dubin's The History of Beads, from 30,000 BC to the Present, page 295 with the description: Faceted Baltic amber (succinite) said to have belonged to a member of the Russian imperial court. The amber was cut in the Baltic at Konigsberg. Center bead length, 3.1 cm. Collection Wolf Hunger, London
A smaller size faceted amber necklace...
Category
19th Century Antique Jewelry
Materials
Amber
Victorian Diamond and 15 Carat Gold Five-Stone Band Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Set in this 15carat gold ring are five diamonds. The central diamond measures 30pts and the smallest diamonds measure 10pts each. Diamond total of this ring is 90pts.
Ring Size: J ...
Category
1890s British Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Amethyst and 9 Carat Gold Riviere
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The amethyst stone are a rich purple colour which sit beautifully with the gold settings. The stones slightly graduate in size from the centre of the necklace to the fastening.
Len...
Category
1880s British Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Gold, 9k Gold
Chalcedony Roman Intaglio Ring of Jupiter 2nd-3rd Century A.D.
Located in Firenze, IT
Period:2-3rd Century A.D.
Provenance: Italy
Ring size: 7 1/2
Weight: 12.82 gr
L’anello presenta una montatura in oro e al centro una cornice d’argento con diamanti taglio rosa, dove...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Jewelry
Materials
Chalcedony, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique 18ct Gold, Victorian Ruby & Diamond Trilogy Daisy Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Ruby & Diamond Trilogy Ring
18ct Yellow & White Gold Stamped
Circa 1880
Introducing an exquisite Victorian ring, crafted in 18ct gold, showcasing a stunning triple daisy cluster ...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Fancy Figaro Link Bracelet
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Bracelet
15ct Gold Tested
Circa 1880
This is an exquisite Victorian fancy figaro link bracelet made of 15ct yellow gold. Its unique design and intricate craftsmanshi...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Intaglio Signet Ring solid 18K Gold Carnelian ØUS9.75/ 4gr
Located in SE
Signet Intaglio Ring with heraldic depiction of a Coat of Arms on Carnelian stone. Mural Wall on the shield under the crown of Nobility, likely Russian of noble family. Very well d...
Category
19th Century Finnish Empire Antique Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 9ct Gold & Silver, Victorian Sapphire Diamond Crescent Moon Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Crescent Pendant
9ct Yellow Gold & Silver Tested
Circa 1880
This Victorian crescent moon pendant is truly a stunning piece ...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 9k Gold, Silver
Ancient Roman Gold Banded Agate Amulet Ring, Circa 3rd Century A.D.
Located in New York, NY
A Roman gold and banded agate amulet ring
Circa 3rd Century A.D.
The circular banded agate cabochon in the shape of an eye meant to protect the wearer, in a period high carat gold s...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Gold
Antique Victorian 18K Puzzle Band Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
A rich buttery yellow gold antique puzzle ring in 18K. This puzzle ring has 6 bands but they do not all separate; they are divided into 2 sections, with 4 bands soldered together com...
Category
1880s British Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Antique Georgian Star Sapphire Diamond Guilloche Enamel 14K Gold Ring Circa 1830
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Georgian Period cabochon star sapphire, diamond, cobalt blue guilloche enamel 14K gold ring.
Circa 1830
This beautiful antique ring dates from the George IV/Regency Period. The Georgian Jewelry...
Category
19th Century Georgian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold
Superb, Substantial Imperial Russian Gold Cabochon Sapphire Cigarette Case
Located in New York, NY
Fine, luxurious heavy antique Imperial Russian 14K yellow gold and cabochon sapphire cigarette case.
19th Century
Exquisite workmanship, sophisticated design of undulating gold waves...
Category
19th Century Russian Russian Empire Antique Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 2ct Diamond Horseshoe Pendant 14k Gold Platinum Old Mine
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Victorian horseshoe pendant crafted in 14 karat yellow gold and platinum (circa 1880s to 1900s).
15 old mine cut...
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Reticulated 18K Natural Saltwater Pearl Button Cuff Bangle Bracelet - GI
Located in Hummelstown, PA
This exceptional late 19th-century natural saltwater pearl shirt cuff bangle has been masterfully hand-fabricated in 18k gold with a beautifully soft patina. The border is adorned wi...
Category
1880s Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold
14k Antique Biedermeier Onyx, Turquoise & Seed Pearl Hoop Earrings
By Non Branded
Located in Lexington, KY
This gorgeous pair of 14k yellow gold hoop earrings comes from 1830's Biedermeier and features onyx, turquoise, and seed pearls is a decorative pattern. The classic Biedermeier desig...
Category
1830s Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Onyx, Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Turquoise Diamond Navette Ring 14k Yellow Gold Sz 5.5 Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish antique Victorian turquoise & diamond navette ring (circa 1880s to 1900s) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (10k yellow gold band).
24 old rose cut diamonds total an estimate...
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Amazonite, Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Locket Silver & Gold Floral Aesthetic Period
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Locket ONLY. Does NOT include chain.
Details:
Victorian European Aesthetic movement locket, dating between 1860-1880's. Sweet, romantic Victorian floral themed sterling silver, yel...
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Necklace with old mine cut diamonds up to 2.50ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold necklace with a gold and silver pendant set with old mine-cut diamonds up to 2.50 ct - G/H - SI - 50 cm long
Detailed description:
The necklace is 50 cm long and 1.0...
Category
1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
1859 Antique French 10 Francs 22K / 18K Gold Dangle Earrings / 4gr
Located in SE
Antique Gold coins dangle earrings. This pair dates to circa XIX - early XX cent.
The hooks in 18K Reddish Gold + a pair of matching XIX cent French...
Category
1850s French Arts and Crafts Antique Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, 22k Gold
Ancient Byzantine High Carat Gold Cabochon Garnet Amulet Ring with Hidden Cross
Located in New York, NY
Fine, museum quality unusual early Byzantine 6th-8th Century AD amulet ring with a hidden cross.
High circular flower form bezel with a domed top set w...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Byzantine Antique Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold
Sterling Silver Victorian Book Chain Necklace & Locket Hallmarked London 1879
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Book Chain Necklace
Sterling Silver Stamped STG 925
Hallmarked London 1879
Introducing a stunning Victorian-era sterling silver...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Large Sterling Silver Birmingham Hallmarked 1882 Victorian Leaf Engraved Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Silver Locket
Sterling Silver
Hallmarked Birmingham 1882
Makers Mark H W
*THE CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY
This stunning large Victorian locket is a true treasure for any an...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Carved Opal & Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Victorian Carved Five Stone Opal Ring
18ct Gold
Victorian Circa 1880
Beautiful Hand Carved Ring Set with Five Fabulous Opals & Old Cut Diamonds
Face of The Ring Measures Appr...
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Victorian 5 Stone Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique 18ct Gold Victorian 5 Stone Diamond Ring
18ct Gold
Hallmarked Birmingham 1898
Set with 5 Old Cut Diamonds
Size UK N 1/2
Size US ...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Imperial Russian Orthodox Cross Crucifix Solid 84 / 18K Gold / 2.56 gr
Located in SE
Antique Russian Orthodox Cross pendant in solid 84 / 18K Yellow Gold . The Cyrillic / Russian abbreviation on frontal side above his hea...
Category
Late 19th Century Russian Russian Empire Antique Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Branch brooch with coral 10k gold 8.9 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
10k yellow gold branch brooch with coral
Detailed description
the size of the brooch is 3.8 cm by 3.1 cm wide and 1.8 cm high
weight 8.9 grams
set with
- 15 x various sizes flow...
Category
1870s Dutch High Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Coral, 10k Gold
Pique Floral Pyramid Shape Earrings with Round Tops
Located in Baltimore, MD
Elegant pique long drop earrings inlaid with a gold and silver floral design on all 4 sides. Pique is tortoiseshell inlaid with gold and silver, a technique brought to England by the...
Category
1880s English Antique Jewelry
Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Hardstone Cameo Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Cameo Earrings
15ct Gold
Circa 1870
Gorgeous Victorian, Carnelian Hardstone Cameo Earrings. Beautiful Bow Topped, Drop/Dangle Style Earrings.
Set with Little Seed Pearl...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 15k Gold
15ct Gold Victorian Double Row Fox Tail Link Bracelet with Gold & Enamel Beads
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Albertina Bracelet
15ct Gold Tested
Circa 1880
Introducing a stunning two-tone 15ct gold Victorian Albertina bracelet. This exquisite p...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 15k Gold, Enamel
Magnificent Large Antique Georgian Regency Period Black Dot Paste Turban Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Superb antique Georgian Regency period black dot paste and silver turban ornament brooch.
Circa 1810
The hand cut, hand polished stones set in a substant...
Category
19th Century Georgian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Tomasso Saulini Boy Cameo Locket Pendant Necklace 14 Karat Gold Museum Quality
Located in New York, NY
This is one of the most exquisite Antique Victorian - Belle Epoque Cameo Locket Pendant Necklaces by the master cameo carver Tomasso Saulini of Rome, depicting an image of Winter, wi...
Category
19th Century Italian Belle Époque Antique Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Renaissance Revival Polychrome Enamel, Pearl 14K Gold Cross Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite museum quality antique reticulated polychrome enamel, natural pearl 14K gold Renaissance Revival cross necklace.
19th Century
A ra...
Category
19th Century European Renaissance Antique Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel
18k yellow gold bracelet set with turquoise - 24.3 grams - 18 cm long
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold bracelet set with turquoise - 18 cm long
detailed description:
The bracelet is approximately 18 cm long and 1.4 cm wide, and has a safety chain
Total weight bracel...
Category
1880s Dutch High Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 15ct Gold Turquoise & Pearl Ring Hallmarked Birmingham 1899
Located in Brighton, GB
Turquoise & Pearl Ring
15ct Gold
Victorian- Hallmarked Birmingham 1899
Fabulous Hand Engraved Shoulders.
UK Size K
US Size 5 1/2
Can be resized using our resizing service,
p...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold
Antique 19th Century 43.5 TCW Oval Natural Red Coral 14k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Rare antique very large natural red coral and 14K yellow gold oval ring.
19th Century
The impressive coral cabochon measuring 30mm by 20mm, one ...
Category
19th Century Antique Jewelry
Materials
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Gold Filled Vine Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Gold Filled Vine Earrings from the late 19th Century. Original ear wires on looped vine design which climbs upward. 1880's USA.
1.5" (...
Category
1880s American Late Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Gold-filled
Fine Antique Pink Quartz Polar Bear Miniature with Ruby Eyes - Collectible Art
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are delighted to present a unique piece of art from our collection: a miniature figurine of a polar bear crafted from delicate pink quartz. The ruby eyes add a touch of elegance a...
Category
Late 19th Century Russian Artisan Antique Jewelry
Materials
Quartz, Ruby
Antique 15ct Gold, Victorian Fancy Citrine & Seed Pearl Oval Shaped Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Locket
15ct Gold
Circa 1870
*THE CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY
This exquisite 15ct gold Victorian locket is an elegant piece that beautifully captures the essence of its ...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Jewelry
Materials
Citrine, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold
Early French Victorian (19th Century) Cluster Rose and Table Cut Diamond Ring
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Antique Early French Victorian (19th Century) Cluster Rose Cut and Table Cut Diamond Ring
Hand made antique cluster diamond ring with parts i...
Category
1840s French Early Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 10k Gold, Silver
Art Nouveau 18K Gold Ombre Enamel Peridot Pearl Diamond Necklace, circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Art Nouveau period 18K gold, Ombre enamel, faceted peridot, diamond and natural pearl necklace. With a central oval peridot measuring 9mm by 6mm...
Category
Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Peridot, 18k Gold, Enamel
Bochic “Vintage” Solid 18K Gold Lion Bangle, Original, Origin Afghanistan
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Vintage” Solid 18K Gold LionBangle, Original, Origin Afghanistan
open and close hinge and safety locks
71 Grams 18K Gold
This Vintage Antic Bracelet is Set in 18K Gold an...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Afghan Anglo-Indian Antique Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
$14,960 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique 18ct Gold Victorian cabachon Garnet Memorial Ring with Black Enamel
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Mourning Ring
18ct Gold
Hallmarked London 1844
Makers Mark S R
Beautiful Victorian Mourning Ring. Set with Natural Seed Pearls & a Cabochon Foil Backed Gemstone- Poss...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Victorian Garnet and Pearl 18 Carat Gold Pendant
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This pendant holds a beautifully cut garnet stone which really catches the light. There are also four seed pearls set within the 18 carat gold. On the back of the pendant is a glass ...
Category
1890s British Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Lapis Lazuli Egg with Serpent (Orphic Egg)
Located in Stamford, CT
Why is there a serpent on this lapis lazuli egg from the Victorian era? In antique jewelry there was symbolism everywhere. This pendant is called the Orphic Egg. The snake entwined o...
Category
1870s English Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Silver
Antique Victorian Garnet Opal 15ct Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
This richly detailed Victorian garnet and opal ring is a captivating example of 19th-century (c. 1860s–1880s) sentiment and craftsmanship. Set in warm 15ct yellow gold (unmarked but...
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, Opal, 15k Gold
Pair 18th Century Spanish Rose-Cut Diamond and 18 K Gold Earring - Wearable Art
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Pair 18th Century Spanish "Salmantinos" Rose-Cut Diamond and Gold Earrings. Gold and Diamond earrings, which are a variation on the Pendeloque drop, Circa 1760 - 1780. (Wearable Art...
Category
Late 18th Century Spanish Georgian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian 18 Karat Gold Pearl Rose Cut Diamond Four Leaf Clover Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a lovely Victorian four leaf clover pin brooch. It is crafted in 18K gold and silver. The piece features cultured pearl and rose cut diamonds. Circa 1890.
Has an “eagle head...
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Georgian 8 Carat Color Change Sapphire Diamond 18K Gold Ring, GIA Report
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional natural color change sapphire and rose cut diamond Georgian Period ring.
The sapphire of Sri Lankan origin, lively blue color changing to violet, approximately 8 carat, m...
Category
Late 18th Century British Georgian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Splendid French Antique Victorian Drop Diamond Necklace (19th century).
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Splendid and exotic drop necklace consisting of a central pear cut diamond of 1,90 carats in addition to 136 rose-cut diamonds. Antique, Victorian period (19th century, 1870). Mounte...
Category
Mid-19th Century European Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Silver, 14k Gold
Georgian diamond 14k rose gold and silver ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Georgian-era ring showcases nine glittering rose cut diamonds set in silver over 14k rose gold, radiating antique romance and historical charm.
Category
Early 18th Century Georgian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Antique 14K Gold Egyptian Revival Scarab Pendant with Hieroglyphs
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This remarkable antique pendant beautifully embodies the fascination with ancient Egypt that swept across Europe during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Expertly hand-carved in fai...
Category
19th Century European Egyptian Revival Antique Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold
French Antique 18K Pearl Button Cuff Bangle Bracelet - Auguste Lahaye
Located in Hummelstown, PA
A fanciful lace and natural pearl button cuff bangle by Auguste Lahaye (workshop later purchased by the esteemed French jeweler Rene Boivin). Masterfully hand fabricated in contrasti...
Category
1870s French Antique Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique 18ct Gold, Victorian Demantoid Garnet, Emerald, Diamond & Pearl Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Cluster Ring
18ct Yellow Gold
Circa 1870
Step back in time with this exquisite Victorian triple cluster ring, crafted from 18ct yellow gold. This stunning piece showcases...
Category
Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 14k/Sterling Silver Moonstone, Diamond & Sapphire Star Pendant Pin
Located in Narberth, PA
A spectacular moonstone, diamond, and sapphire starburst pin/pendant from the Victorian (ca1880) era! Set in 14k yellow gold and topped in patinaed sterling silver, this beautifully ...
Category
1880s Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire, Moonstone, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Silver, Yellow Gold, 14k ...
Silver And Gold Bishop Men's Ring With Carnelian Intaglio
Located in Firenze, IT
SILVER AND GOLD BISHOP MEN'S RING WITH CARNELIAN INTAGLIO
Ring size: 8 ¾
Top size: 16 mm x 14 mm
Weight: 16.89 gr.
The carving is made of gold and silver and has a carnelian carvi...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, 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 houses — Tiffany & 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 rings, Art 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.