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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Style: Georgian
Style: Retro
4.16 Carat Diamonds 18k Rose Gold Pavé Diamond Bangle, by Novel Collection
Located in New York, NY
This stunning two section 18 karat rose gold bangle style bracelet is accented with 171 carefully matched white round brilliant diamonds weighing approximately 4.16 carat total. Inspired by art and fashion, Novel Collection...
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2010s American Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Certified 48.66 Carat Aquamarine White Gold Collier
Located in Hamburg, DE
An extraordinary aquamarine 48.66 ct wonderful placed in this beautiful center of a 18 Karat white gold linking chain necklace. An impressive contemporary piece of jewellery that rea...
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Early 2000s German Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Aquamarine, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Retro Blue Enamel 18K Yellow Gold Horsebit Men's Cufflinks
Located in Miami, FL
A Touch of color and elegance in these circa 1960s cufflinks.  It is decorated by Four Oval designs, covered in a royal blue enamel. The ovals are displayed on either side of the c...
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1980s American Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Enamel

Olympus Art Certified, Passion & Power Ring, Rose Gold, 4.51 Ct Diamond, Citrine
Located in Istanbul, TR
18K 750 Pink Gold 4,51 Carat Diamond Round, Fancy 10,27 Carat CITRINE Passion & Power Ring ''Passion is energy. Feel the power that comes from focusing on what excites you.” Passion...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Rose Gold

Vintage Salmon Coral Bead Double Strand Necklace, 14 Karat Yellow Gold Clasp
Located in Milford, DE
An elegant vintage salmon coral bead necklace. Features two strands of coral beads, fastened with a luxurious 14K yellow gold clasp, with a ...
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20th Century American Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Black Oval Vintage German Glass Beads edged with 24K gold Earrings
Located in Monrovia, CA
Black Oval German vintage glass beads edged with 24K gold dangles on a 6mm ball 14K gold filled earring post. The German vintage glass bea...
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate

Vintage German Glass Bead Watercolor Earrings in Yellow
Located in Monrovia, CA
Vintage German Glass Bead, circa 1950s on 14K gold filled. *Our jewelry have maximum protection for anti-tarnish and is made for extended wear.
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Gold-filled

Gold Filigree Earrings 18 Karat
Located in Palermo, IT
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1810s Italian Georgian Antique Jewelry & Watches

French 5.40 Carat Ceylon Sapphire 1.45 Carat Diamond White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage French 5.40 carat Ceylon sapphire and 1.45 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold dress ring; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive cushion cut Ceylon sapphire ring has been crafted in 18k white gold. The pierced decorated, multi-claw cluster design is ornamented with a feature 5.40 Ct cushion cut Ceylon sapphire, bezel set in relief to the center of the design. The central sapphire is surrounded by a two stepped borders, embellished with a total of thirty-five individually four claw set modern brilliant round cut diamonds. The multi-stranded, elevated and flared ring shoulders integrate with the main setting and amalgamate to form the plain shank. The ring is hallmarked to the outer surface of the shank with the French import mark for 18k gold (owl). This vintage sapphire cocktail ring...
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1980s Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold

Rene Boivin 18k Gold Retro Double Clip Pin Brooch Vintage Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rene Boivin brooches were produced by the brand in a broad spectrum of shapes. There were plaques, rounded disks, arch and shield-shaped brooches. ...
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1940s French Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamonds, Emeralds, Blue Sapphires, Pearl, 14k White and Rose Gold Cluster 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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1980s Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Pearl, Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

14k Gold Free Form Rectangular Ruby Set Ring With Melted Patterning, Size 7.75
Located in Southport, CT
14k yellow gold ring. This unusual yellow gold ring is a free form rectangle profile, decorated with a melted style patterning and open shoulders, and set with three vertical round f...
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20th Century Unknown Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Two-Tone Yellow Rose Gold Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This elegant two tone gold bracelet from the Retro era features a lovely geometric design and is stamped 14K. Inventory #91736PBSS
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Mid-20th Century Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Gold, Aquamarine, and Ruby Fan-Shaped Clip Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A Retro gold clip brooch of scrolled, fan-shaped design set with a large central aquamarine framed on three sides by calibre cut rubies, accented with inset round cut rubies, in 18k....
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1940s Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Aquamarine, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold

Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Enamel Circular Cufflinks, Circa 1950
Located in London, GB
A pair of vintage 18 karat yellow gold circular cufflinks, circa 1950. These classic vintage cuff links are designed as matching yellow gold discs featuring a series of engine turne...
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1950s French Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Marquise Citrine and Elongated Open Nugget Ring
Located in Southport, CT
18k yellow gold ring. This striking ring is a concave, elongated rectangle, decorated with an open nugget style finish, and adorned with three center stacked marquise faceted, medium...
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20th Century Unknown Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Dangling Emerald Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful retro gold, platinum, diamond and emerald clip brooch. The emerald drop measures 22.5 x 19.8 x 19.8 mm and the brooch weighs 28 grams. ...
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1940s French Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold

18K Yellow Gold Chunky Mod Retro Style Vertical Oval Link Bracelet
Located in Southport, CT
With a contemporary design, this stylish bracelet presents elongated oval links of polished 18K yellow gold. The oval links are arranged alternating between large and small sizes. Th...
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20th Century Italian Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baroque Pearl Ruby Diamond Gold Brooch Pendant
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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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold Diamonds Sapphires Fantastic Flower 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 TO ITEMS WITH FIX PRICE, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Beautiful 14 kt White Gold Flower Ring With Diamonds...
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Coral Onyx Diamonds Ring
Located in New York, NY
A chic ring in 18kt yellow gold with undulating coral and black onyx, and round diamonds. Made in France, circa 1968.
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1960s French Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold

1.30 Carat Retro Gold Ring Natural Oval Green Emerald and Diamond, circa 1980
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The centerstone is a Natural Oval Green Emerald weighing approximately 0.75 carats, measuring 6.5x5.1mm. Set in the mounting are 6 round brilliant and 10 baguette shaped natural G-...
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1980s Unknown Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

14KYG Vintage Retro Alternating Textured Bar and Diamond Bar Ring, App. 0.32 TCW
Located in Southport, CT
Constructed of 14K yellow gold, this interesting ring presents alternating bars displaying round cut diamonds and on the others a textured design resembling tree bark. Diamonds are a...
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20th Century Unknown Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold

16.9 Carat Retro Gold Cocktail Ring Natural Diamond & Citrine Quartz, circa 1970
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Magnificent Natural Oval Citrine Quartz Cocktail Ring (size 6). Set in 14k Yellow Gold, the centerstone measures APPROXIMATELY 18.50x14x10.5mm and weighs APPROXIMATELY16.50 Carat...
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1970s Unknown Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, 14k Gold

French Retro White Gold and Diamond Ring of Flared and Swirl Design
Located in New York, NY
A Retro white gold and diamond ring with flared gold wire top of swirl design, centering on a curved row of graduated diamonds, in 18k and platinum. France. Atw 1.00 ct. A dynamic...
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1950s French Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Vintage Italian Black Onyx, Diamond and White Gold Dress Ring, Circa 1970
Located in London, GB
A vintage Italian black onyx and diamond dress ring, set with a square, sugar-loaf shaped, cabochon-cut black onyx, surrounded by a channel of round brilliant-cut diamonds, in grain settings, with a black onyx border, mounted in 18ct white gold with heavy shoulders and a wide shank, with Italian marks...
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Onyx, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1940's Cartier Ruby Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Fanned Retro Unisex Clip Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Clip style brooch is designed as a yellow gold form with fanned rose gold extensions Featuring a bezel set old mine cut diamond weighing approx...
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1940s Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Vintage Estate Platinum Wedding Band, Unisex, circa 1985
Located in Great Neck, NY
Unisex vintage estate platinum wedding band - Circa 1985 #R0213 Metal: Platinum Weight: 3 Grams Ring Size: 8 This ring can be sized for a $30 fee! *Please note that we cannot a...
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1980s Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Platinum

Boucheron Paris 18 Karat 2.70 Sapphire 1.50 Carat Diamond Bracelet Original Box
Located in New York, NY
Maker: Boucheron Paris Period: Retro Year: 1930s-1940s Material: 18K Yellow Gold, 1.20cts Diamond, 4.20cts Sapphire Weight: 47 grams Length: 18.5cm/7.2 inches Size: Fits up to 6.8 in...
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Mid-20th Century French Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Antique 0.70 Carats Total Open-Work Old European Cut Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
An antique bracelet showcasing Old European cut diamonds, set in an intricately open-work designed setting made in 14k white gold. Diamonds weigh 0.70 carats total and are approximat...
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20th Century Unknown Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mellerio Ruby Diamond Gold Chic Retro Set
Located in New York, NY
A chic set comprised of necklace and bracelet, in woven 18kt yellow gold, highlighted by round cut diamonds and rubies, by esteemed French jeweler Mellerio. Made in Paris, France, ci...
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1950s French Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Retro Gold Camel Pendant 1.75 Carat Natural Diamond Ruby Emerald, Sapphire, 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Retro Yellow Gold Hand Made Camel Pendant. Approximately 1.75 carats, set with Natural Diamonds (.20ct), Rubies (.55ct), Emeralds (.75ct), Sapphire (.2...
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1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold

Finely Carved African Female Gold Earrings Ebony Turquoise Diamonds Tourmaline
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Finely carved, beautiful African female mounted on an 18 K gold base. The face is ebony and the head is beautifully decorated with Turquoises, Diamonds...
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1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Turquoise, Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold

Andre Schwob, Retro Gilded Metal and Sapphires Minaudiere, Boucheron Model, 1935
Located in Paris, FR
Express Shipping insured during the Lockdown Beautiful and Rare Andre Schwob Retro Minaudière, Circa 1935. The Model was created by Schwob for Boucheron....
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1930s French Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Gilt Metal

Georgian Gold and Silver, Rose Cut Diamonds and Pearl Day and Night Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Featuring floral motif, rose cut diamonds set in silver on the front and gold finish on the back with natural pearl detail. Interchangeable design.
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Mid-18th Century Georgian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Silver

Retro Gold Lion Ring APX .50 Carat Natural Diamond Sapphire Gem Stone circa 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Retro Yellow Gold Lion Ring set with 19 Natural Diamonds (G-J color, SI-I clarity) and 11 Sapphires, weight of stones are approximately 0.60 carats. Circa 1960. The ring is a size...
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1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

Mid Century, French, 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Spiral Brooch Pin
Located in Brisbane, QLD
An incredibly beautiful pinwheel style brooch crafted entirely in 18 karat yellow gold and white gold, set with brilliant cut diamonds. The piece comprises of fine gold wire which ha...
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Mid-20th Century French Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

GIA Natural Turquoise Diamond Platinum Large Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA Certified Light Blue Turquoise & Diamond ballerina style sparkly ring, Crafted in solid Platinum, the center is adorned by a GIA certified Natural Bluish Green turquoise with im...
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1980s Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum

Retro Gold 3 Carat Cocktail Ring Natural Diamonds Sapphire and Pearl, circa 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Retro 14k Yellow Gold 3 Carat Cocktail Ring set with Natural Diamonds, Sapphire & 10.5mm Pearl. The 64 natural round brilliant diamonds are approximately 2 carat, F-G color and VS ...
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1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

Retro Ruby Diamond Earrings Bracelet Set 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Geneva, CH
Indulge in luxury with this sophisticated and timeless set of bracelet and earrings crafted in exquisite 18K yellow gold. You'll make heads turn with the stunning bracelet, elegantly...
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20th Century Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Georgian 12 Karat Rose Gold Rose Cut Diamond Deer Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Georgian Deer pin with Rose Cut Diamonds. Item #P0096 Metal: 12K Rose Gold Weight: 14.6 Grams Total Diamond Weight: Approximately 6.00 cts Dia...
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Early 1700s Georgian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Mid-Century Large Cultured Pearl 3.50 CTW Diamond Strand Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Strand necklace is comprised of Cultured pearls - hand-knotted Graduating in size from 12.5 mm to 17.0 mm - well matched in white body color Exhibiting subtle to moderate rosè over...
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1950s Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold, Plat...

Motion Diamond Band
Located in New York, NY
One multi dimensional wavy diamond ring. This artistically irregularly shaped ring contains 25 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately 3 carats. The design promotes fluid...
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1980s American Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Motion Diamond Band
Motion Diamond Band
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33 Carat Total Aquamarine Sapphire Diamond Necklace 1970 in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
Unique Aquamarine, Sapphire and Diamond Necklace Circa 1970 In 18 Karat Yellow Gold, set with five emerald cut aquamarines totalling approximately 20.00 carats punctuated by sapphire...
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1970s British Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgian Mourning Ring with Black Enamel, circa 1824
Located in London, GB
This Georgian ring is hallmarked 1824 and is engraved with the words 'Died Nov 3rd 1874'. This is an original mourning ring made in 18 carat yellow gold and covered with black enamel...
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1820s Unknown Georgian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Natural Pearl, Enamel, 18k Gold

Antique Georgian 19th Century Portuguese Diamond Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Set in gold and silver, rivers and crescents with antique foiled diamonds in the cascades of these graceful chandelier earrings from 1790 . These are d...
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Late 18th Century Portuguese Georgian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver

Vintage Leaf Motif Link Bracelet in Gold, Amber Crystals
Located in Milford, DE
An extravagant retro bracelet featuring amber-colored leaf motifs, prong-set in golden links. Gold-plated. Fold over clasp.
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20th Century Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

Diamonds, Emerald Flower, 14 Karat White Gold Cluster 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, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Solid 18 Karat Gold Hoop Earrings
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Solid 18 Karat Bamboo Gold Hoop Earrings with a brushed satin finish. These unique earrings are not for pierced ears as they have no post and springs ...
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1970s American Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Retro Tiffany & Co. 14k Yellow Gold Polished Wide Woven Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This bold and unique Retro Tiffany & Co. vintage ring is crafted in solid 14k rosy yellow gold. It features a highly polished interlocking woven pattern. The wide ring comes in excel...
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21st Century and Contemporary Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Aquamarine, Lapis, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold Band 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 Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Art Glass Spinning Top Perfume Bottle With Stopper
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a aurora borealis coated art glass spinning top shaped perfume bottle with a ball shaped stopper. It would be a great gift item for those who enjoy the vintage life style. N...
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Jewelry & Watches

Retro Era Platinum Ballerina Style Colombian Emerald & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
This beauty is exactly everything we love about Retro pieces! An Erray of super long perfect baguettes combined with magnificent color. Ring Details Material: Platinum Era: Retro 19...
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Mid-20th Century Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

White Pearls, Emeralds, Diamonds, 14 White Gold and 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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1980s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Antique Stuart Crystal Silver and Gold Earrings, Georgian, c. 1650.
Located in Aspen, CO
Stuart Crystal silver and gold earrings, c. 1650, Georgian, (King George the Second). These Stuart Crystals, square cut with soft corners, are set in silver with gold wire -which we...
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1650s Georgian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Crystal, Gold, Silver

White and Fancy Diamonds, Onyx, White Stones, 14 Kt Gold 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

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Circa 1970s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Decorated Snake Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.2 grams. Totally is diamond 0.18 ct. The diamond is has H color and vs-s1-s2 clarity. Totally is sapphire 0.25 ct. Ring size is US 8.25 We ...
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1970s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Retro Pearl Diamond Necklace 2 Carats
Located in Montgomery, AL
So Unique!! This lovely showpiece is like no other. Necklace Details Length: 18.75” Double Strand 7.5mm Cultured Round Pearls Crème Color High Luster Gross Weight: 87.3 Grams Cent...
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Late 20th Century Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

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

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

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

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

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

Whether it’s our sentimental charm jewelry, costume jewelry, chunky retro bracelets or minimalist earrings created by 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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