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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Period: 18th Century
Period: 1940s
Antique Georgian Silver & 9K Gold Diamond Foliate Openwork Brooch in Fitted Case
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Georgian diamond, silver, and rose gold brooch, comprising forty-seven old mine cut diamonds, set in silver, backed in 9 karat rose gold, with 9 karat rose gold pin and fittings. ...
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Late 18th Century British Georgian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Rolex Nickel Silver Pocket Watch with Period Vintage Chain Original Dial 1940's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Nickel Silver CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 49mm DIAL / HANDS: Or...
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver

1.56 Carat Ruby 1.02 Carat Diamond Ladies Cocktail Watch in White Gold Art Deco
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage Art Deco 1.56 carat ruby and 1.02 carat diamond ladies cocktail watch crafted in 9k white gold; part of our vintage watch collection. This stunning ladies vintage cocktail watch...
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1940s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, White Gold

Georgian Style 4.34 Carat Old Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a marvellous Georgian style diamond solitaire ring. Set upon a thin 18ct yellow gold band, the face of the piece presents a single oval faceted old cut diamond which has...
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18th Century Georgian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Tissot 1940's Stainless Steel Calatrava Military Dial Bumper Automatic
Located in New York, NY
This is a rare 1940's Tissot military style calatrava with an in house bumper automatic movement. The movement caliber is 31-21 and is constructed with shock absorption. It is a refe...
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1940s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Late Deco 1.80ct Ruby and Diamond Flower Brooch, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
This stunning Flower brooch was crafted in the 1940s and features vibrant rubies and diamonds to bring the design to life. The main stalk and flower design is crafted from 18 carat r...
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1940s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

14K Yellow Gold Vintage Diamond and Citrine Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1940s Item Details: Ring Size: 5.5 (Sizable) Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 4 grams Citrine Details: Orange, .10ct total weight. Side Stone Detail...
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1940s Edwardian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Thomas Shields Philadelphia Coin Silver Teaspoon / Table Spoon - 18C
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine 18th Century crested American coin silver spoon. By Thomas Shields. With a hawk or falcon bird of prey crest to the handle. Struck twice "T.S....
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18th Century American Federal Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver

14K White Gold Aquamarine and Diamond 3 Stone Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1940s Item Details: Ring Size: 7.25 (Sizable) Metal Type: 14K White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 4.8grams Aquamarine Details: 5.00ct, Blue, Cushion Cut Diamond Details...
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1940s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

1940s 14k Italian Yellow & White Gold Retro Bracelet Horse Bit Cable Chain Link
Located in Sausalito, CA
Exceptional vintage 1940's Italian two-toned (14k yellow and white gold) bracelet featuring horse and bit cable chain links. It can also be reversed to t...
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1940s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K White Gold Art Deco Diamond and Sapphire Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1940s Item Details: Ring Size: 8.25 (Sizable) Metal Type: 14K White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.5 grams Diamond Details: .15ct, Transitional Round, G color, VS Clar...
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1940s Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 1.14 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cluster Ring, Circa 1940
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 1.14 carat diamond and platinum cluster ring; part of our diamond jewelry collections. This stunning vintage diamond cluster ring has been cr...
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1940s Unknown Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

French Late 18th Century Gold, Foiled Citrine, and Enamel Festoon Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An antique Georgian period gold and foiled citrine festoon necklace comprised of seven winged ornaments with white and green dotted enamel and two star pendants, culminating in a sty...
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1790s French Georgian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Citrine, Emerald, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Old Art Deco gold brooch with diamonds, circa 1940s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Elegant gold brooch with diamonds from the early 20th century. Made of 18 carat white gold with platinum elements. The central point of this elegant jewelry is the main diamond weigh...
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1940s German Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Citrine Ribbon Design Brooch, 14 Karat Yellow & Rose Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This gorgeous Tiffany & Co. vintage ribbon design brooch exudes classic elegance and timeless charm. Crafted from luxurious 14 karat yellow and rose gold, this exquisite piece features a beautifully detailed ribbon motif adorned with vibrant citrine gemstones. The centerpiece of the brooch is a dazzling oval-cut citrine, nestled gracefully within the heart of the ribbon, radiating warmth and luminosity. Flanking the central citrine are two shield-cut citrine gemstones, adding a touch of symmetry and balance to the design. Each gemstone is meticulously set within the intricate framework of the ribbon. This stunning brooch is a testament to the brand's legacy of elegance and sophistication, making it a cherished addition to any jewelry collection. Whether worn as a statement piece for special occasions or as an everyday accessory, the Tiffany & Co. vintage ribbon necklace...
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1940s Unknown Contemporary Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Citrine, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold

Georgian Emerald and Diamond Double Heart Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful double heart ring taken from the Georgian era. This romantic piece showcases a duo of expertly cut pear shaped precious gemstones including an electric gree...
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18th Century Georgian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Ring Diamonds Blue Enamel solid 18k Gold Ø 6US /5.2gr
Located in SE
Great looking ring with an attached floret of seven old diamond cut Diamonds pave set in white Gold clusters and surrounded by 12 Blue Enamel panels smoothly conforming down the shou...
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Late 18th Century European Arts and Crafts Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique Georgian 1760s 18K Gold, White Enamel & Grey Agate Etui or Needle Case
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Georgian gold, enamel and agate needle case or etui, comprising a needle case in polished grey agate, with an inscription in white enamel, with floral detailing in 18 karat yellow ...
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Mid-18th Century British Georgian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

14K White Gold 3.24 carat Cushion cut Peridot Ring
Located in Big Bend, WI
Vintage 14K gold filigree ring with rose gold flowers and green gold leaves featuring a cushion cut peridot. This beautiful bright lime green color peridot weighs 3.24 carats and mea...
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1940s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Large stylised silver gilt and paste 'swan' brooch, Trifari, USA, 1940s
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
Exquisitely sculpted, of the highest quality as is expected from Trifari is the magnificent 'swan' brooch, designed by the most famous of Trifari designers, Alfred Philippe, in the 1940s. The body is a beautifully cut piece of topaz glass, set in a silver gilt body, highlighted with clear pastes and finished with a single ruby glass cabuchon for the eye. the same design was made for their 'jellybelly' range, with a clear body. A real collector's piece, or the crowning glory to a coat or jacket! The firm of Trifari was founded in 1925 by Gustavo Trifari, Leo F...
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1940s American Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver

14K Yellow Gold 1.80 carat Australian Opal Ring
Located in Big Bend, WI
Vintage 14K yellow gold 1.80 carat opal ring. The genuine natural Australian opal measures about 11mm x 8.5mm. The opal is translucent and has primarily green play of color. The ring...
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1940s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

George III Sterling Silver Coffee Pot Likely by Charles Wright
Located in Brisbane, QLD
A George III sterling silver coffee pot with a wooden handle likely by Charles Wright of London. The pot features what could be described as Rococo period repousse swags and floral s...
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18th Century British George III Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Rare Seaman Schepps Vintage Asian Divinity Gemset Brooch
Located in Napoli, IT
A stunning vintage brooch 1940 circa, signed Seaman Schepps Rare example of the early Seaman Schepps jewelry, hand crafted of solid 18 Kt Amazingly modeled as an Indian Divinity temp...
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1940s American Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Retro Pearl Diamond Gold Fanned Spokes Brooch
Located in Darnestown, MD
Different size spokes are fanned on several levels to make this Retro brooch especially graceful. It is centered with a 5.8 mm cultured pearl that is surrounded with 6 diamonds. ...
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1940s American Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold

BIRD OF PARADIS ON A SWING by MAZER, BROOCH, aqua body, enamelling, 1942 USA
Located in Stuttgart, DE
An aqua bird of paradis on a swing are pendant from the pave crown wich hold die brooch. Size: Height 9 cm Width 5 cm Depth 1 cm Features - Bird of Paradis sitting on a swing ...
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1940s American Romantic Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Crystal, Rhodium, Enamel

George II Sterling Silver Coffee Pot Likely by William Skeen
Located in Brisbane, QLD
A fine George II sterling silver coffee pot with a wooden handle, floral repousse details and a crest with rubbed maker's mark likely for William Skeen. The coffee pot is very much i...
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18th Century British George II Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

George III Sterling Silver Chamber Stick
By Henry Chawner
Located in Brisbane, QLD
A wonderful George III period chamber stick in sterling silver by Henry Chawner of London. An elegant scrolled handle is mounted to an octagonal base underneath a column with reeded ...
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Late 18th Century British George III Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

Georgian Almandine Garnet Flat Cut 12 KT Gold Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Red Garnet Love Antique Georgian period, 1800 ca, beautiful necklace made during the time of solid 12 Kt gold Comprising a riviere necklace with a centrepiece in the shape of a flower with suspended finial, close back setting as for Georgian tradition, with approx 53.00 Ct of natural Almandine Garnets flat cut, firey and sparkly Necklace is 43 cm in length, clasp is 15 x 17 mm. – central is 27 x 55 mm. (h. x w.) Very good condition keeping with age Georgian Garnet jewellery...
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Late 18th Century European Georgian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Garnet, Gold

Vintage 18k Gold and Citrine Earrings by Ateljé Stigbert Made Year 1944
Located in Stockholm, SE
These 18 karat gold earrings feature oval faceted citrines, accentuated with white stones that add a touch of sparkle. The citrines dangle from delicate bows, creating an elegant vin...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Citrine, 18k Gold

Bvlgari 18kt. gold three - stone Burma Cabochon ruby and diamond ring
Located in Braintree, GB
Bvlgari 18kt. yellow gold three stone ring, set with oval 1.29 cts. of Natural Burma cabochon ruby and 0.40 cts. of round Old-European cut diamonds. Made in Italy, Circa 1940 - 1950...
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1940s Italian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Scarce Antique 18th Century Mughal 5ct Colombian Emerald Gold Ring Certified
Located in London, GB
A scarce late 18th century high-karat gold and emerald ring, circa 1780. This superb gold ring is set with a large faceted natural emerald gemstone, approximately 5cts in weight. T...
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Late 18th Century Unknown Georgian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Emerald, Gold

Vintage Gilded Silver Stud Earrings by Stigbert Made Year 1949
Located in Stockholm, SE
These gilded silver earrings showcase an elegant leaf and tulip design with a detailed, textured finish, offering an organic and refined aesthetic. The center of each leaf cradles a ...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver

Antique Gold Silver Foiled Paste Flower Ring Turquoise and Green Paste Stones
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This delicate gold ring was created towards the end of the eighteenth century out of 15 karat gold. The ring head is designed as a flower. In the center we see an oval facetted paste...
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1770s French Napoleon III Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, Silver

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold and Enamel Cufflinks by Cartier Circa 1945
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive pair of octagonal 18 karat yellow gold men's Cartier cufflinks with enamel decoration; part of our diverse vintage cufflink collections. These fine and impress...
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1940s French Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Enamel

Georgian 18K gold garnet heart diamond ring, sentimental ring romantic ring gift
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a beautiful Georgian era 18K gold ring, a rare treasure steeped in history and sentiment. At its heart lies a captivating garnet, fashioned into a triangular shape of a hear...
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18th Century French Georgian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Silver, 18k Gold

French 18K Rose Gold Heart Shape Locket on 18K Decorative Chain
Located in Big Bend, WI
18K yellow gold heart shaped locket with applied green gold leaves and 4 small synthetic ruby accents. There is a French eagle hallmark on the loop attached to the heart. The heart a...
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1940s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Golden Pin With Diamonds
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
This golden brooch will make your dress stand out with shine! it comes with 0.95 ct diamonds and has a very unique look into it. weight: 22.54 g
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1940s Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Mid-Century Gold Padlock Watch Bracelet
Located in Greenwich, CT
Lock up precious time with this Van Cleef & Arpels mid-century padlock gold watch bracelet. With a chic modern style, this one-of-a-kind and collectible timepiece will make sure you...
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1940s French Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Gruen Gold Filled Art Deco Curvex Watch with Diamond Dial 1940's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference 449 METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold-Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm X Width 22mm...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

1942 Finish Ring 0.35 ctw. Diamonds solid 14K Rose Gold Silver ØUS 9.5 / 1.8gr
Located in SE
Old Finish Ring with 3 old European cut Diamonds, band in solid 14K Rose Gold with White Gold / or Silver clusters. Finish hallmarks, 585 ,maker's. Date combination N6 / created in ...
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1940s Finnish Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Omega WWW 'Dirty Dozen'
Located in London, GB
Part of the well know and well collected 'Dirty Dozen' collection of British military watches from WW2. The Omega being one of the 12 brands the Ministry of Defence contracted to sup...
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1940s British Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Circa 1940s 14K Yellow Gold .50ct Old European Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1940s Item Details: Ring Size:6.5 (Sizable) Metal Type: 14k Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 1.6 grams Diamond Details: .50ct, Old European Brilliant, I Color, I1 C...
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1940s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgian 18th Century Signet Ring with Ancient Roman Nicolo Intaglio of Hercules
Located in London, GB
A superb ancient Roman nicolo intaglio set in a late 18th century gold signet ring. Nicolo intaglios are a particular type of intaglio ma...
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Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Spectacular Retro 1940s Aquamarine and Ruby Gold Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1940s, 14k, American. This classic Retro ring features a superb 40.50 carat aquamarine accented by .70 carats of fine rubies. The look is confidently American, colorfully Ret...
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1940s American Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, Aquamarine, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Small Sapphire Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Circa 1940's
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Cute Sapphire Ring Circa 1940's 14k Yellow Ring finger size 5.25 Weight 2.2 grams Natural Sapphire size approx 4.0mm nice Blue Tone (#bjn 1934591)
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1940s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Helbros Military Style Men's Wrist Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Authentic WWII era, this 33mm steel case Helbros Wrist Watch evokes true vintage feel. Manual wind with a seven jewel movement this watch is in original condition which presents ple...
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1940s Swiss Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

14 Karat Gold Amethyst Channel Set Cross Necklace
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning 14K gold Cross with 6 channel set amethyst stones, Approximately 8.5 Carats. Cross measures 1.6" x .6" wide. This is on a 18" 14K gold chain. This is out of a massive collec...
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1940s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bakelite Bracelet Bangle Cocoa Brown with Pineapple Carving
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning cocoa brown Bakelite carved bracelet bangle features a chunky domed shape with deep pineapple carving. Its bold and beautiful design displays stripes all around. The co...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Late Deco 0.65ct Diamond Solitaire Ring, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
This timeless Late Deco engagement ring features a 0.65 carat diamond, highlighted by diamond set shoulders. The round brilliant cut diamond has a colour of G and clarity of SI1, and...
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1940s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Platinum bar brooch set with sapphires and diamonds
Located in Braintree, GB
Vintage Platinum bar brooch set with calibre cut sapphires and round brilliant diamonds. Made in Circa 1940's X - ray tested positive for platinum. Dimensions: Length x width: 6.4...
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1940s European Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage Crown Trifari Crystal Swirl Earrings 1940s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A pair of Vintage Crown Trifari Crystal Swirl Earrings. A stone rich design with large opulent oval crystals accented with rhodium plated detailing set with baguette crystals. A fore...
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1940s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Circa 1940s Platinum Filigree .60ct Transitional Round Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1940s Item Details: Ring Size: 5.75 (Sizable) Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.9 grams Diamond Details: .60ct, Transitional Round, G color, SI1 Clarity S...
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1940s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Bague jonc en or et diamant champagne 1.4 ct
Located in PARIS, FR
Bague jonc anglais en or 18k (750°/°°) sertie en son centre d'un diamant champagne pesant environ 1,4 ct. Travail probablement français des années 1970. Poinçon tête de hibou pour le...
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1770s European Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Bague tank en or, platine et diamant taille ancienne 0.25ct
Located in PARIS, FR
Bague chevalière tank en or 18k (750°/°°) et platine composée de deux corps formant tourbillon et sertie en son centre d'un diamant taille ancienne (old european cut) pesant environ ...
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1940s French Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Buren Military Issue 'Dirty Dozen' Ref H 1316 Watch
Located in Toronto, CA
Watch Description Brand: Buren Model : 'Dirty Dozen' Watch Ref And Number: H 1316 Features : Shatter-proof Plexi Crystal - Dial: Black Country of Manufacture: Switzerland Movem...
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1940s Swiss Vintage Jewelry & Watches

14K Yellow Gold 15ct Checkerboard Aquamarine and Diamond Baguette Diamond Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1940s Item Details: Ring Size: 8.25 (Sizable) Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 15.4 grams Diamond Details: 1.00ct, Straight Baguette and Transitiona...
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1940s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Longines Tank Watch 14K Yellow Gold with Guilloche Dial
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Longines 1940's Circa 14KT Gold Tank Watch – a vintage beauty with a 28x28mm square case featuring an elegant sculpted bezel. Gold markers on the dial and a sub-dial ...
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1940s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Ruby, Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1940s Item Details: Ring Size: 8 (Sizable) Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.1 grams Diamond Details: .10ct, Transitional Round, J color, I1 Clarit...
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1940s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k 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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