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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Period: 20th Century
Period: 1990s
18K Gold 1.25ct Squared Ruby & 0.15ct Diamond Invisible Pendant
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
A beautiful and quality stylish pendant enhancer. Halo invisible squared ruby set neatly with precision.
Product Details:
Metal: 18k Solid Gold
Metal Color: Yellow Gold
Pendant en...
Category
20th Century Thai Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ring with baguette cut, single cut and old mine cut diamonds 2.75ct Platina
Located in The Hague, ZH
Platina ring set with baguette cut, single cut and old mine cut diamonds up to 2.75ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size US 5.75 - EU 16.25(51)
detailed description:
the top of the ring is ...
Category
1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Gerda Lynggaard for Monies Lucite Dangle Earrings with Gold Foil
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is Copenhagen designer Gerda Lynggaard's hand made earrings for Monies, They sell through Palais Royal and a boutique in Milan. This pair of dangle earrings looks like a pair of...
Category
Late 20th Century French Artist Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Brass
Sterling Silver and 8K Bamboo Bangle Bracelet 7.5 Inches
Located in Webster, SD
This beautiful vintage bangle bracelet is sterling silver.
Its bamboo design is accented in 8k yellow gold.
This bracelet measures 10mm wide.
It has an inner circumference of 7 1/2 i...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
14k Gold Charm Bracelet with 7 Antique Charms
Located in Lewisburg, PA
An elegant charm bracelet created from antique stickpins!
This bracelet is 14k gold and features 7 charms -- a 14k gold and pearl flower, a 14k gold amethyst cabochon, a 10k pearl a...
Category
1960s Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Peridot, Sapphire, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Edwardian Aquamarine and Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Aquamarine & Diamond Ring
18ct Rose Gold & Platinum
Circa 1910
Step into elegance with this stunning Edwardian up-finger ring, crafted from 18ct rose gold and platinum. ...
Category
20th Century English Edwardian Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Vintage Amethyst Ring of 9ct Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Vintage Amethyst Ring: This vintage ring (circa 1965) features a large amethyst cabochon set in 9ct gold.
The face of the ring measures 0.6 inches from north to south and is in very...
Category
Mid-20th Century Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Amethyst, 9k Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Star Set Diamond Band Ring, Hallmarked Birmingham 1917
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Band Ring
18ct Gold
Hallmarked Birmingham 1917
This 18ct yellow gold ring is an exquisite piece of jewellery that is sure to catch your eye. It features a beautifully ta...
Category
Early 20th Century English Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Old Ring natural 1.25ct Yellow Sapphire 0.8ctw Diamonds 18K Gold Ø US7 / 3.68gr
Located in SE
Beautiful Halo Ring in solid 18K Orange toned Gold with natural Yellow Sapphire and 10 Diamonds in Silver clusters. Carved shoulders,reinforced band.. The back view is peculiar: deli...
Category
1920s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 18ct Gold, 1970s Calibrated Ruby & Diamond Oval Shaped Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Oval Gold Pendant
18ct Gold
Circa 1970s
Elevate your style with this exquisite 18ct yellow gold pendant from the 1970s. This stunning piece features a prominently bezel-se...
Category
Late 20th Century European Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
1954 Signet Men Ring 4.5ct natural Onyx solid 18K Gold Ø 10.5 US / 5.38gr
Located in SE
ϟiignet Ring for Men in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with natural black Onyx stone stone rectangular cut and polished 15 x 12 mm x 2.56 mm deep/ about 4.5 ct .
Swedish ring, hal...
Category
1950s Swedish Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Onyx, 18k Gold
Antique 15ct Gold 1920s Mother of Pearl Green Enamel Ruby & Emerald Stud Earings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Earrings
15ct Gold Tested
Circa 1920s
Step back in time with this exquisite pair of heart-shaped earrings, crafted in 15ct yellow gold and dating back to the enchanti...
Category
Early 20th Century English Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold, Enamel
Antique 9ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Amethyst & Seed Pearl Long Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Amethyst Pendant
9ct Gold Yellow Gold
Circa 1900
Introducing our exquisite 9ct Yellow Gold Edwardian Pendant, a stunning piece that captures the elegance of the era with ...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Aquamarine Ring 14 Karat White Gold Engagement Wedding Ring Filigree
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning antique Art Deco Aquamarine Wedding Engagement Cocktail Ring in a 14 Karat White Gold filigree open work setting of grea...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Aquamarine, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Antique 15ct Gold, Victorian Seed Pearl Swallow Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Swallow Necklace
15ct Yellow Gold
Circa 1900
Introducing a stunning Victorian 15ct yellow gold swallow pendant, a heartwarming symbol of love and faithfulness. This encha...
Category
Early 20th Century English Victorian Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold
18K Gold 2.80ct Squared Ruby & 0.26ct Diamond Invisible Latch Earrings
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Beautiful and unique earrings made in the 1990's and has never been worn. The earrings have the unique geometric shape with invisible design. There are 18 squared rubies in total and...
Category
20th Century Thai Art Deco Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Bow Brooches 18k Gold - 2 Pieces
Located in Magenta, IT
Van Cleef & Arpels, two bold and chunky clip brooches designed as a bow crafted in 18k yellow gold.
Both stamped VCA 750 and serial number.
Good condition, no defects.
Two original...
Category
Late 20th Century French Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Art Nouveau Pearl Ring of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Antique Pearl Ring: This Art Nouveau ring (circa 1910) features a pearl set in floral, 14k gold with two diamond accents.
The face of the ring measures 0.85 inches by 0.5 inches wid...
Category
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
1960 Ring natural 0.8ct Emerald solid 18K Gold ØUS5 / 1.4 gr
Located in SE
A Ring with openwork crown featuring a bezel set natural Emerald cabochon cut 5.5 mm x 5 x 3.67 mm deep / ca. 0.8 ct. Green Color of medium intensity.
Swedish hallmarks, maker's an...
Category
1960s Swedish Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Emerald, 18k Gold
Hermès Vintage One-of-a-Kind Gold, Mahogany, Bone watch on orange leather strap
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
This Hermès one-of-a-kind watch is a perfect fit for the Hermès enthusiast or watch collector. Believed to be a piece commissioned in the 1960's, this Hermès watch is comprised of a ...
Category
1960s French Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Other, Gold
Antique Forget-me-not Brooch of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This antique brooch (circa 1910-1920) features blue enamel forget-me-not flowers on 14k gold.
The piece measures 1.8 inches wide by 0.5 inches from north to south, and it is in good...
Category
Early 20th Century Edwardian Jewelry & Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Enamel
“YSL” Yves Saint Laurent Large Gold Plated Retro Cigarette Case
Located in New York, NY
“YSL” Yves Saint Laurent retro cigarette case
This is the large Case, Pelaee see images and video.
Logo Cigarette Case Gold Black Red
The case is in great condition.
The clasp snap...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Old European Cut 14k White Gold Antique Diamond Ring
By Non Branded
Located in Lexington, KY
This beautiful antique diamond ring was made in the early 1920s with 14k white gold. The north to south styled ring features 5 total diamonds, with the center of the ring showcasing ...
Category
1920s Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow & White Gold Art Nouveau Oval Amethyst Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Amethyst Ring
18ct Yellow & White Gold Tested
Circa 1910-1920
This exquisite 18ct two-tone gold Art Nouveau ring beautifully captures the essence of the era with its elega...
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Amethyst, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1958 Ring Ruby solid 18K Gold Ø US 7.5 / 2.34 gr
Located in SE
A Ring with carved crown featuring a bezel set lab made Ruby round cabochon cut Ø 5.5mm / 4 mm deep / ca. 0.8 ct. Crown 10 mm high x 7 mm deep.
Swedish hallmarks, maker is GD&Co, ...
Category
1950s Swedish Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold
Russian Imperial Cufflinks with Diamonds, Workmaster Henrik Wigström
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are pleased to present another exceptional piece from our collection – an antique pair of imperial gilt silver cufflinks crafted in the form of a panther’s head with diamond eyes,...
Category
Early 20th Century Russian Russian Empire Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Silver, Gilt Metal
Belle Epoqué Platinum And Diamond Necklace circa 1910
Located in Firenze, IT
An Edwardian diamond-set necklace, circa 1910, designed as pierced stylised wings encasing millegrain-set diamond approximately 8ct scrolls and swags in platinum, on a fine-link plat...
Category
Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Platinum
MIRIAM HASKELL Pastel Graduated Crystal Necklace & Earrings Set 1960
Located in University City, MO
MIRIAM HASKELL Pastel multi-strand crystal necklace & clip on button earrings c 1960
The chocker style necklace is designed with six rows of graduated glittering pastel crystals
Fou...
Category
1960s American Artisan Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Brass
Antique Toi et Moi Diamond Ring of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
An antique ring from 1900-1910 featuring two old European cut diamonds with a total carat weight of 0.32ct. set in platinum topped 14k gold.
The face of the ring measures 0.3 inches...
Category
Early 1900s Belle Époque Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
1950s Heart Shape Aquamarine Diamond Platinum White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1950s Heart Shape Aquamarine Diamond Platinum White Gold Pendant Necklace.
This amazing Heart Shape Aquamarine and Diamond platinum and white gold pendant from the 1950s will make y...
Category
1950s Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Ciner Multi Cabochon Ear Clips
By Ciner
Located in New York, NY
Striking and Elegant Ciner Multi Cabochon Ear Clips from the 1990's. Various colored paste cabochons are set into gilt metal settings with clip back fittings. 1.25".
Category
1990s American Artisan Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Antique Signed Bippart & Co. 14k Gold & Enamel Patriotic American Flag Lapel Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed, antique gold and enamel American flag lapel pin.
By Bippart & Co. - the late 19th/early 20th century high-end Newark, NJ jewele...
Category
Early 20th Century American Retro Jewelry & Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Enamel
1950s Aquamarine Diamond 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1950s Aquamarine Diamond 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring.
The Aquamarine and Diamond 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring from the 1950s was hand-made and is set with one Emerald Cut Aquamari...
Category
1950s Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Hermès Tennis Racquets IPTA Silver Tie Clip
By Hermès
Located in FR
Rare and Lovely Authentic Hermès Tie Clip
In shape of 2 tennis racquets
Made for IPTA (International Platform Tennis Association)
Vintage item
Made...
Category
20th Century Unknown Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Silver
Antique 14ct Gold Edwardian Carved Sardonyx Cameo Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Cameo Earrings
14ct Gold Tested
Circa 1900
Gorgeous Edwardian, Sardonyx Cameo Earrings. Beautiful, Handmade Drop/Dangle Style Earrings. Set with Natural Seed Pearls & a ...
Category
Early 20th Century European Edwardian Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 18ct Two Colour Gold Star Set Diamond Signet Ring Hallmarked London 1939
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Signet Ring
18ct Yellow & White Gold
Hallmarked London 1939
Makers Mark L W & G
Serial Number: 768156
Discover a stunning vintage 18ct yellow gold signet ring, an exqui...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9ct Rose Gold, Edwardian Aquamarine & Pearl Pendulum Drop Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Aquamarine Pendant
9ct Rose Gold
Circa 1910
THE CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY.
Step back in time with this exquisite 9ct rose gold pendant from the Edwardian era, showcasing ...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Aquamarine, Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Large Impressive 1897 Liberty Head Half Eagle 22K Gold Coin 14K Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Impressive and substantial estate 1897 Liberty Head Half Eagle 22K antique gold coin 14K yellow gold signet ring
1897 $5 Gold Coin, early 20th centu...
Category
20th Century American Jewelry & Watches
Materials
14k Gold, 22k Gold
Vendome Crystal Cluster Beaded Necklace
By Vendome
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Vendome Crystal Cluster Beaded Necklace from the 1960's. Clusters of briolette crystal beads are spaced with seed beads, sapphire, peridot and aurora crystals. 1960's USA. 45...
Category
1960s American Artisan Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Crystal, Gilt Metal
Taxco Mexico Art Deco Style Silver and Onyx Earrings
By Taxco Mexico
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a pair of Taxco Mexico Art Deco style earrings. These vintage post earrings are made with 8mm cabochons and large half moon cut black onyx gems. Ma...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Art Deco Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Onyx
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Stamped, 8 Inch Edwardian Fancy Tulip Link T-bar Bracelet
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Tulip Link Bracelet
9ct Rose Gold Stamped
Circa 1900
Makers Mark K C
Step back in time with this exquisite Edwardian-era Albert-style bracelet, crafted from stunning 9c...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Jewelry & Watches
Materials
9k Gold, Rose Gold
14 Karat White Gold Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Size 5.5 #21696
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Size 5.5 JAGi Certified-
Timeless elegance meets refined design in this exquisite 14K white gold engagement ring featuring a ...
Category
20th Century Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Missoni Jewelled Black Lucite Mask Brooch
By Missoni
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a rare iconic Missoni Italy brooch designed for their 1991 jewelry collection. The pin features a dimensional oversized carved tribal mask in blac...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Silver Plate, Copper, Gilt Metal
Antique 9ct Gold, Edwardian 20 1/4 Fancy Tulip Link Chain with Bolt Ring Clasp
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Tulip Link Chain
9ct Rose Gold
Circa 1900
This exquisite Edwardian chain is a true testament to the timeless beauty of antique jewellery. Crafted from 9ct rose gold, it bo...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold
Antique Lion Ring of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Antique Lion Ring: This ring features a 14k gold lion's head with ruby eyes and a pearl in its mouth. It was created by welding an antique stickpin h...
Category
Early 20th Century Edwardian Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Pearl, Ruby, 10k Gold, 14k Gold
18ct Gold 2 Carats of Diamonds & 2.65 Carat Cushion Cut Aquamarine Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Aquamarine Cluster Ring
18ct Yellow & White Gold Tested
Circa 1960s
Discover the elegance of the past with this exquisite vintage cluster ring from the 1960s, crafted in...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cabochon Blue Topaz Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
This lovely cabochon-cut, oval-shaped Blue Topaz is in a 14 karat yellow gold.
Category
Late 20th Century Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold, Opal, Ruby & Diamond Ring, Hallmarked Birmingham 1912
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gypsy Ring
18ct Gold
Hallmarked Birmingham 1912
Makers Mark A W C & Co
Step into a world of elegance with this exquisite 18ct gold antique Gypsy ring, beautifully adorne...
Category
Early 20th Century English Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Ciner Resin Faux Coral Crystal Enamel Choker & Clip on Earrings c 1980s
By Ciner
Located in University City, MO
Ciner resin faux coral cabochon crystal enamel choker & clip on earrings set c 1980s
The elegant set is embellished with faux coral color resin cabochons
Accented with glossy black...
Category
1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Enamel
Edwardian Art Deco 1.38 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hummelstown, PA
This elegant late-Edwardian/early Art Deco era ring features a lively 1.38 carat European-cut diamond (VS2 clarity, O-P color) that shimmers with a soft sunshiny hue. Masterfully han...
Category
1920s Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Snake Rubies Rose Cut Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Marcianise, IT
Extraordinary rigid bracelet in the shape of a serpent, crafted from 14 karat yellow gold and 800 thousandths silver — a true masterpiece of artisanal fine jewelry. The refined, sinu...
Category
1980s Italian Artisan Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique 14ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Heart Shaped Amethyst & Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Heart Ring
14ct Gold
Circa 1910
This exquisite 14ct gold Edwardian-era heart cluster ring is a stunning example of vintage jewellery craf...
Category
Early 20th Century European Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 9ct Yellow Gold, Hand Engraved Buckle/Belt Ring, Hallmarked London 1981
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Buckle Ring
9ct Yellow Gold
Hallmarked Birmingham 1981
Experience the charm of our Vintage 9ct Yellow Gold Buckle Ring, a stunning piece that perfectly combines elegance...
Category
Late 20th Century English Jewelry & Watches
Materials
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 9ct Yellow Gold, Oval Bloodstone Signet Ring, Hallmarked Birmingham 1947
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Signet Ring
9ct Yellow Gold
Hallmarked Birmingham 1947
Makers Mark P P Ld
This vintage signet ring is crafted from 9ct gold and features an oval bloodstone at its cent...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Jewelry & Watches
Materials
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
9ct 375 Gold Link Bracelet
Located in London, GB
9ct 375 Gold Bracelet
with decorative links .
This is quite a small size
Max wrist fir would be 6.75 Inches
Actual length 7.25 Inches
Thickness 5mm
Weight 6.27 grams
Full British ...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Victorian Jewelry & Watches
Materials
9k Gold
Fine Art Deco Natural Sapphire Diamond 18K White Gold Engagement Ring, GIA
Located in New York, NY
Classic, elegant estate Art Deco period 3.56 Carat natural blue sapphire diamond 18K white gold engagement ring
Early 20th Century
Sapphire: 3.56 carats, octagonal, step cut, natural...
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ring 18 carat yellow gold with emerald facetted aquamarine of 2.3 carat
Located in Heemstede, NL
Upgrade your jewelry collection with this stylish 18 carat yellow gold ring, adorned with a striking emerald facetted aquamarine. This ring exudes luxury and refinement, featuring a ...
Category
1980s Spanish Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gilt & Enamel King Tut Earrings By Erwin Pearl, 1970s
By Erwin Pearl
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '70s
- Each earring measures approx 1" x 1"
- Matte gold plate
- Black enamel
- Crystal rhinestone details
- King Tu...
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches
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.