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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Period: 1950s
Period: 18th Century and Earlier
Weiss Pale Green Austrian Crystal Lucky Horseshoe Brooch Pin - 2", 1950s
By Weiss
Located in Tucson, AZ
If luck has been less than a lady lately, perhaps it's time for a little encouragement. With 16 massive green crystals this brooch has enough dazzle to get Lady Luck...
Category
1950s American Post-War Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Crystal, Mixed Metal, Stainless Steel
Antique Georgian Pinchbeck Chandelier Torpedo Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
A magnificent example of history, these long beautifully granulated chandelier earrings are set with amethysts from early c. 1790 and were made in the United Kingdom. They are light on the ear and completely original other than the shepherd hooks which are easier to insert rather than the back to front hooks.. Antique earrings are dear and rare to find in original condition, as many have lost the top section. These earrings superb quality, decorated with tiny orbs of gold ( granulation) applied on the long stem part. Father time knows how granulation adhered without glue or solder. The top and lowest section are engraved in repousse, the method of engraving where the gold sheet is pushed out into a design from the back creating volume and dimension. Floral designs cover the bottom inch of the earrings.
The magical secret of Pinchbeck is that no expertise was spared in its creation, rather it took a master of alchemy and ingenuity to create the gold metal formula. Pinchbeck was that alchemist. He was a British Watchmaker. He concentrated on making the first fine gold metal that was not actually gold but became as valuable. He and his son were the only living to know the formula, a marvelous gold metal that never tarnishes, is a comfortable weight and is strong and durable. It became sought after by royalty and jewelry lovers throughout the world. Made only for a short period, it is valuable, desirable and precious. Later gold filled and gold plated jewelry does not match the beauty. Pinchbeck jewelry...
Category
Late 18th Century British Georgian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Amethyst, Pinchbeck
Retro 18k Yellow Gold Charm Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Retro 18k Yellow Gold Charm Bracelet. Crafted in 18 karat yellow gold with purity marks, weighing 60.50 grams. Charms include a violin, a fish, a Ford model-T, a globe, a lightho...
Category
1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
DeMario Emerald Cabochon Flower Ear Clips
By DeMario
Located in New York, NY
Chaming DeMario Emerald Cabochon Flower Ear Clips from the 1950's. Emerald glass cab is surrounded by gilt leaves hand sewn with rose montee crystals. Clip back fittings. 1". 1950's ...
Category
1950s American Artisan Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Bronze Byzantine Coin Pendant in 14K White Gold Mount
Located in Venice, CA
This bronze coin, also known as a folis, is from the Byzantine Era. Byzantine coins are one of the most challenging and complex coins to identify. This coin has an image of an emper...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Turkish Byzantine Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
White Gold, Bronze, 14k Gold
1950s Phyllis Sklar American Modernist Sterling Silver Cufflinks
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1950's sterling silver American modernist cufflinks created by Phyllis Sklar of Provincetown, Massachusetts. Cufflinks measure 7/8" by 5/8". Signed Ph...
Category
1950s American Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Retro Platinum Baguette Diamond East West Eternity Band - Size 7
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Retro Platinum Baguette Diamond East West Eternity Band. This gorgeous vintage eternity band is crafted in platinum. There are beautiful white baguettes set in the east/wes...
Category
1950s Unknown Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1.20ct Emerald Cut Diamond Ring, circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
An elegant 1.20 carats of emerald cut diamonds are the centre of attention in this sophisticated mid-century diamond ring.
These eight vintage diamonds, which are rubover-set in 18 ...
Category
1950s Unknown Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Georgian Rose Cut Diamond Navette Ring
Located in London, GB
This is an antique diamond navette ring dating back to the Georgian era. It features an array of closely individually tension set rose cut diamonds of differing shapes and sizes; all...
Category
18th Century Georgian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Longines Tank Watch 14K White Gold with Diamond Dial
By Longines
Located in New York, NY
Presenting the Longines 1950's Circa Watch – a vintage beauty with a 25x39mm tank-style case in 14KT white gold. The silver diamond dial adds a touch of glamour to this classic timep...
Category
1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage Circa 1950s Deep Blue Sapphire Toi Et Moi Ring 18 Carat Rose Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Me and you, you and me and me and thee. We have named our Toi Et Moi Ring Primrose. Crafted in 18 carat rose gold with two midnight ocean sapphires she is a sweet gift for the one y...
Category
1950s Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Early Georgian Antique 18kt Gold Blue Topaz Cluster
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique early Georgian 18th Century 18kt yellow gold and silver blue topaz and paste cluster.
Ring's Shank has Initials and an inscription 1714 - 43
Tested positive for 18kt gold ...
Category
Early 18th Century British George I Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold
1950s Ed Wiener Sterling Silver New York Modernist Squiggle Brooch
By Ed Wiener
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1950's sterling silver hand hammered brooch created by Ed Wiener of New York City, New York. Brooch measures 2" by 3" and is signed on verso Ed. Wiener, Sterling. Suitable for a ma...
Category
1950s American Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Sterling Silver
Bespoke Full Circle Diamond Wedding Ring 0.88ct
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A Diamond Full Circle Wedding Ring, with 22 single cut diamonds bead set in platinum with hand-engraved sides on a 3mm band.
Diamonds 22 = 0.88ct (estimated).
Circa 1950.
Metal: P...
Category
1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Mid Century Platinum Cabochon Emerald 1.90 Carat Diamond 0.40 Ring
Located in New York, NY
Vintage mid-century engagement ring sounds absolutely stunning.
Design Era: The ring belongs to the mid-century period, suggesting a design aesthetic popularized between the 1930s an...
Category
1950s American Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Emerald, Diamond, Platinum
Muonionalusta Meteorite Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Sweden
This striking pendant fashioned from Muonionalusta meteorite makes an excellent gift for anyone who enjoys unique jewelry. It features a simple design that lets the distinct ...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Swedish Antique Jewelry & Watches
18ct Gold Carnelian Signet Ring, 1958
Located in Glasgow, GB
An 18ct yellow gold signet ring, unengraved, set with a carnelian. Hallmarked by the London assay office, marked '18' for 18 carat gold, with date letter 'C' for 1958.
• Period: Mid...
Category
1950s British Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Ladies Rolex Precision 18K Ref. #2604 1950's Champagne Dial, Cal. # 1400
By Rolex
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Vintage Ladies Rolex Precision 18K Ref. # 2604, 1950's Champagne Dial, Cal. # 1400
Description / Condition: All watches have been professionally scrutinized and serviced prior to be...
Category
1950s Swiss Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
18k Gold
1958 Toi et Moi Ring natural 2.5 ctw. Rubellite 18K Gold US4.25/ 2.35gr
Located in SE
Toi et Moi Ring featuring twisted frame in solid 18K Reddish Gold with two bezel set cabochon cut natural Red Rubellite / Tourmalines Ø 6 mm x 4 mm deep / 1.25 ct. each. Total weight...
Category
1950s Swedish Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Rubelite, 18k Gold
Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond and Turquoise Cocktail Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A vivacious Victorian style cocktail ring centered by a pure, lustrous Persian turquoise oval cabochon surrounded by a delightful dozen old mine cut diamonds. The rich patina of the ...
Category
1950s Victorian Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-Century 3.95 CTW Diamond Platinum Vintage Ballerina Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old mine cut diamond weighing approximately 0.51 carat - H color with VS2 clarity
Prong set with a double halo surround of round brilliant and tapered baguette cut diamo...
Category
1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-Century Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Fanning Floral Vintage Dinner Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a fanning floral motif with a pierced radial form
Featuring old European and transitional cut diamonds
Bezel set in center and bead set on petals
Weighing approximately 0...
Category
1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-Century Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Double Row Vintage Buckle Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering two parallel rows of single cut diamonds channel set to front
Weighing approximately 0.20 carat total - H/I color with VS2 clarity
Flanked by pierced buckle motif shoulder...
Category
1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
French Mid-Century 4.20 CTW Diamond Platinum Vintage Panther Link Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of hinged panther style links bead with old European and single cut diamonds throughout
Bead set and weighing approximately 4.20 carats total - G/H color with VS2 clarity
A...
Category
1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Lady Elgin Diamond Vintage Ladies Wristwatch -14k White Gold Mechanical 1Yr Wnty
By Elgin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Vintage
Year: 1950s - 1960s
Brand: Lady Elgin
Dial Color: Silver
Metal Content: 14k White Gold
Movement: Mechanical
Number of Jewels: 17
Warranty: One-Year
Stone Information
N...
Category
1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ladies Vintage Rolex Yellow Gold Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ladies vintage Rolex yellow gold wristwatch, circa 1950s.
The Ladies Vintage Rolex Yellow Gold Wristwatch, Circa 1950s is rare and highly collectable. With its engine turned bezel ...
Category
1950s Swiss Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
McTeigue & Co. 1950's Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Gold Vintage Feather Band Ring
By McTeigue
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a wide band with highly rendered twisting feather motif
Gold with engraved texture detailing throughout
Alternating in twist pattern with rows of diamonds
Prong set in p...
Category
1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Mid-Century 0.80 CTW Old European Diamond Platinum Heart Vintage Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old European cut diamond weighing approximately 0.71 carat
K color with SI1 clarity - prong set in a pierced heart motif basket
Flanked by split cathedral arrow motif s...
Category
1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
1950s Cigarette Case Mother Of Pearl Cover 18K Gold plated
Located in Rome, IT
This 1950s cigarette case Mother of pearl, is a true vintage treasure, crafted from 24K gold-plated metal for an opulent touch. Its exterior boasts a sophisticated design featuring m...
Category
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Silver, Gold Plate
Vintage 1950s Signed Napier Goldtone Green Moonglow Beaded Bracelet
By Napier
Located in Easton, PA
1950s goldtone filigree with green resin moonglow beaded two strand bracelet with fold over clasp. Marked "Napier." Measures: 8 5/8 inches long by 15/16 inches wide. Condition: Very ...
Category
1950s American Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
One Victorian Revival Emerald Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Platinum Cluster Ring.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Victorian Revival Emerald Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Platinum Cluster Ring. Featuring one round brilliant cut emerald weighing approximately 1.00 carat. Accented by 12 round brillia...
Category
1950s Victorian Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
One Pair of Mid-Century Diamond White Gold Clip On Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Pair of Mid-Century Diamond White Gold Clip On Earrings. Featuring six marquise, 11 round brilliant, 12 pear cut, and 36 baguette cut diamonds with a total weight of approximatel...
Category
1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, White Gold
Vintage Signed Ciner Goldtone Faux-Turquoise Rhinestone Flower Clip Earrings
By Ciner
Located in Easton, PA
1950s goldtone and faux-turquoise clip back earrings. Marked "Ciner." Measure: 1.13 L x 0.69 W inches. Excellent condition.
Ciner is a company out of New York City, which was found...
Category
1950s American Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage 1950s Signed Boucher Goldtone & Pave Rhinestone Heart Clip Back Earrings
Located in Easton, PA
Early 1950s textured goldtone pave clear rhinestone clip back earrings. Marked "Boucher" with inventory number "5370." Measure: 1 inches tall by 13/16 inches wide. Condition: Very go...
Category
1950s American Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Crown Trifari Tutti Fruity Fruit Salad White Acorn Clip Earrings
By Trifari
Located in Easton, PA
Circa early 1950s white rhinestone acorns with clear round rhinestone accents clip earrings. Marked crown "Trifari." Measure: 7/8 inches long by 7/8 inches wide. Condition: Very goo...
Category
1950s American Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Late 1950s Signed Boucher Goldtone Clear Rhinestone Clip Earrings
Located in Easton, PA
Late 1950s goldtone textured clear rhinestone clip back earrings. Marked "Boucher" with inventory number "6368" Measure: 1.25 inches L x 1 inches W. Excellent condition.
Marcel Bouc...
Category
1950s American Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
2 Authentic Ancient Roman Coins and 3 Imperial Marbles Silver Bracelet
Located in Roma, IT
This exquisite sterling silver bracelet features the remarkable addition of two authentic Roman coins from the 2nd century AD, depicting the revered Emperors Hadrian and Trajan. Alon...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Sterling Silver
Ancient Roman Coin 2nd cent.AD Silver and Rubies Ring depicting Emperor Hadrian
Located in Roma, IT
Behold this exquisite sterling silver ring graced with four delicate rubies adorning its sides. A true treasure lies within, a genuine Roman coin featuring the majestic likeness of E...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Ruby, Silver
An 18 Carat Gold and Jasper Egg Pendant
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat and jaspis egg box pendant with 18 carat gold mounting, the edges around and the hinge with which the box opens are engraved with leaves, France, 18th century.
weight...
Category
Late 18th Century French Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Jasper, Gold, 18k Gold
Genuine Sicilian coin (Magna Graecia) from the 5th century BC. depicting a crab
Located in Roma, IT
In this sterling silver coin, dating back to the 5th century BC, and coming from Magna Graecia (more precisely from Sicily), a crab is depicted. On the back of the coin we can see a ...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Silver
Ancient Greek Silver Coin 5th century BC Ring depicting a Lion's Head
Located in Roma, IT
This sterling silver ring holds within it an ancient relic—a genuine coin hailing from Magna Graecia, specifically from the 5th century BC Bruttium, nestled in the region of Calabria...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Silver
Authentic Greek coin 4th Cent. BC Silver Ring depicting God Apollo
Located in Roma, IT
This sterling silver ring features an exquisite relic—a genuine silver coin hailing from Apollonia Pontica in Thrace, estimated to originate between 450 and 400 BC. Imprinted upon th...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Silver
Ancient Greek Coin 5th century BC Silver Ring depicting the Goddess Athena
Located in Roma, IT
This sterling silver ring showcases an authentic Greek silver diobolus, sourced from an Athenian colony near Sybaris, founded in 443 BC. The coin's reverse side displays the image of...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Silver
Genuine Ancient Roman coin 27 BC-14 AD Ring depicting Emperor Augustus
Located in Roma, IT
This sterling silver ring features an authentic Roman coin depicting Emperor Gaius Julius Caesar Octavian Augustus (commonly known as Octavian or Augustus), who is widely regarded as...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Retro 9K Rose Gold Pearl Clip on Earrings. Shell & Foliate Motif. Original Box.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
These Retro Clip on Earrings were retailed by Dunklings –
Renowned Melbourne jeweller –
Meticulously crafted in 9K Rose Gold,
this pair is retro, dating from 1950’s
Each ...
Category
1950s Australian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Pearl
Rolex Oyster Perpetual stainless steel Automatic Wristwatch Ref 6565
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual in stainless steel with refinished dial and added modern Jubilee bracelet. Auto w/ sweep seconds. 34 mm case size. Ref 6565. Circa 1955 *Bank Wire Only...
Category
1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel, Steel
Chanel Manchette White and silver Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Carnate, IT
Chanel Manchette Bracelet.
In white resin and silver flower.
Circumference measurements: 6.5 cm X 5.5 cm
Height: 5cm
Excellent general condition, with minimal signs of normal use.
Th...
Category
18th Century and Earlier Antique Jewelry & Watches
Chanel Manchette Black Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Carnate, IT
Chanel Manchette Bracelet.
In black resin.
Circumference measurements: 6.5 cm X 5.5 cm
Height: 5cm
Excellent general condition, with minimal signs of normal use and some light scratc...
Category
18th Century and Earlier Antique Jewelry & Watches
Chanel golden chain CC bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Carnate, IT
Chanel bracelet.
Featuring 3 golden metal chains.
Features magnetic closure.
Circumference measurements: 7 cm X 5 cm.
Height: 3cm
Excellent general condition, with signs of normal us...
Category
18th Century and Earlier Antique Jewelry & Watches
Amethysts, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY:
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Category
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Chanel transparent resin Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Carnate, IT
Chanel bracelet.
In transparent resin. Rhinestone detail.
Circumference measurements: 7 cm X 5 cm
Height: 4cm
Excellent general condition, with minimal signs of use.
Category
18th Century and Earlier Antique Jewelry & Watches
Hermes Lift Pendant Necklace
By Hermès
Located in Carnate, IT
Hermes necklace. Lift Pendant.
Lacquered buffalo horn pendant, waxed cotton cord. Horn is a natural material.
The lanyard is adjustable. Maximum length 37 cm
The pendant measures 8.5...
Category
18th Century and Earlier Antique Jewelry & Watches
1950s GIA 2.42 Carats Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage GIA 2.42 carat diamond platinum engagement ring, circa 1950s.
The Vintage GIA 2.42 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring is a timeless piece of jewelry that exudes elegance...
Category
1950s Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Hollywood Deco Inspired Paste Necklace 1950s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Hollywood Deco Paste Necklace. Sublime cocktail style and a forever piece of mid century heritage.
A British costume jewellery company, Hollywood was founded over a century...
Category
1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Universal Genève Polerouter 20217-5 1955
Located in London, GB
A truly fine example of the iconic Universal Genève Polerouter, this model is the 20217-5 version automatic bumper dating back to around 1955 by the serial number. Its been very well...
Category
1950s British Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Steel
Certified Old Mine Cut Diamond, 1.49 Carat G SI1
Located in Antwerpen, BE
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Every diamond we offer has a captivating story to tell ...
Category
Early 18th Century Unknown Artisan Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond
French 1950s Ceylon Star Sapphire Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat white gold, eagle head hallmark and platinum, dog head hallmark.
A vintage ring, its white gold setting is formed of gold wires each terminating at the top in a 4-pr...
Category
1950s French Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Star Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White G...
LeCoultre Mystery14k white gold & ostrich Manual Wristwatch Ref 727-722-103D
By 08sircus
Located in Surfside, FL
Vacheron Constantin LeCoultre Mystery Galaxy in 14k white gold & ostrich. Manual. 33 mm case size. Ref 727-722-103D. Fine Pre-owned LeCoultre Watch.
Certified preowned Vintage LeCo...
Category
1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
14k Gold, White 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 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 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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