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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Gemstone: Turquoise
Gemstone: Coral
Vintage Platinum Diamond Red Coral Cabochon Carved Onyx Band Ring G Vs Sz 9
Located in Winter Springs, FL
Refined and tasteful, done in a very Art Deco style. This ring is crafted in platinum and inlaid with natural red coral and polished onyx. Bead and bezel set through is approximately...
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Early 2000s Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Georgian Turquoise 14K Gold 40 IN Textured Rollo Link Antique Chain Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of 7.5 mm rollo link chain textured throughout Lace-like with stippling and geometric pattern Completed by a fancy barrel clasp closure Textured with floral filigree and gr...
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1790s Georgian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Turquoise

Coral 18 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Marcianise, IT
These charming earrings are beautifully crafted from 18-karat yellow gold, featuring elegant barrel-shaped coral pieces that lend a vibrant touch of color to the design. The simplici...
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1990s Italian Artisan Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Bi-Colour Gold Turquoise Seed Pearl Oval Locket Pendant
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a Victorian oval locket pendant crafted in 18K yellow and rose gold. Circa 1890. The piece features turquoises and seed pearls. The locket contains a glass cover inside. ...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold

Turquoise Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, IT
This stunning ring is a masterful blend of natural elegance and refined craftsmanship, meticulously crafted from 18-karat white gold. At the center, a strikingly vibrant Arizona turq...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

Turquoise Ring w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14K Yellow Gold Round 4mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This ring features a 0.33 carat turquoise gemstone with natural earth mined diamonds, all set in solid 14k. This ring can be a beautiful December birthstone gift for your loved ones!...
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2010s American Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

East West Turquoise Ring w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14K Gold Oval 7x5mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This beautiful ring features a bezel set east west turquoise gemstone of 0.73 carat with milgrain detail and natural earth mined diamonds, all set in solid 14K gold. This ring can be...
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2010s American Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Turquoise 14kt Gold Clip-On Earrings
Located in Braintree, GB
Turquoise Oval Rope Edge 14kt Gold Clip-On Earrings. These vintage clip-on earrings feature oval turquoise stones set in 14kt gold with 18 white gold clips. The earrings are adorned...
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1970s European Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Turquoise, Gold

Antique Victorian 18Kt Persian Turquoise and Diamond Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
A perfect Turquoise and Diamond Ring that brings sparkles of delight from the Victorian era in England. The turquoise gems are round interspersed with old european round diamonds for...
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1870s English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Long Victorian Genuine Coral Beads
Located in New York, NY
Long Victorian Genuine Coral Beads from the late 19th Century. Super versatile which can be wrapped several times on neck or wrist. Lovely salmon orange tones. 4-5 mm beads. 46" tota...
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1870s Italian Late Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral

Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Natural Coral Claw Stick Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Natural Coral Claw Stick Pin. This gorgeous stick pin is crafted in 14k yellow gold. The center of this stick pin is a natural red coral t...
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1890s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Coral and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Chicago, IL
These gorgeous coral and diamond earrings contain button shaped coral tops with articulated teardrop shaped coral drops measuring approximately 31.00 x 16.00 mm surrounded by 102 top...
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1960s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Platinum

Outlaw Cliffs Turquoise Earrings - Kingman Stones in Sterling Silver
Located in Greeneville, TN
Embrace the rebellious spirit of the Wild West with these stunning Outlaw Cliffs earrings, featuring Kingman turquoise cabochons in sterling silver post back settings. The Kingman st...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Turquoise, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Native American Zuni Petit Point Turquoise Sterling Silver Ring Bracelet Combo
Located in Montreal, QC
Native American Zuni Turquoise Petit Point attached Bracelet and Ring ensemble. Hand set with Petit Point Turquoise and crafted in 925 S...
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Late 20th Century American Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver

Native American Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise Cuff Bracelet by Kirk Smith
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Vintage Native American Navajo Sterling Silver Green Turquoise Cuff Bracelet by Kirk Smith (1956-2012) This beautiful Southwest sterling silver cuff bracelet is set with seven squar...
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Late 20th Century American Native American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Antique Filigree Italian Coral Bracelet
Located in Chesterland, OH
Introducing a stunning bracelet crafted from 800 silver filigree, gold-plated to perfection, adorned with four exquisite Mediterranean red coral cabochons. The 800 silver hallmark, p...
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, 15k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Art Deco Large Natural Turquoise and 18K Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Denver, CO
This striking antique cocktail ring features a large natural oval turquoise stone measuring approximately 23.5 X 15.5mm crafted in 18K yellow and rose gold hand-engraved with an intr...
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Carved Coral Lady Stick Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Carved Coral Lady Stick Pin. This incredible Victorian stick pin is crafted in 14k yellow gold. The pin features a lady's bust carved from...
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1890s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Beaded Necklace with Ethiopian Opals in 14K Solid Gold
Located in GOES, NL
Flowy azure hues, like when the ocean kisses the shore. Capture the full spectrum of blue with this semi-precious multi gemstone necklace! Gemstones included: • Ethiopian opals • Rainbow Moonstone...
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2010s European Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Turquoise, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold

Arizona Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Beaded Necklace in 14K Solid Gold
Located in GOES, NL
Handcrafted Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Necklace features genuine turquoise delicately strung together with solid 14k gold beads, creating an elegant look. You can wear this long or wr...
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2010s North American Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Turquoise, Gold

Antique Art Deco 14ct White Gold Turquoise And Diamond Brooch Circa 1925
Located in NEW TOWN, AU
Crafted around 1925, this brooch is adorned with a sizable natural carved Turquoise gemstone, with crisp clean lines and fine ‘spiderweb’ matrix, and encircled by thirty eight diamon...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold

Lagos Maya Estate Turquoise Bead Bracelet Sterling Silver 10 mm
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Lagos Maya Estate Turquoise Bead Bracelet Sterling Silver 10 mm L1 This elegant Authentic Lagos bracelet is made of Turquoise beads and sterling silver. TRUSTED SELLE...
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1990s American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau Style White Diamond Emerald Red Coral Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Coral, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling S...

Coral, White Stones, Rubies, Onyx, Rose Gold and Silver 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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2010s Italian Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Onyx, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Coral, Emeralds, Sapphires, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Retrò 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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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond, Coral, Silver, Rose Gold, 9k Gold

Art Deco Style Handcrafted Natural Turquoise Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Turquoise, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Turquoise Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Three Stone Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring three graduated oval-shaped turquoise cabochons medium bluish-green to green Ranging in size from 4.0 x 6.0 mm to 5.0 x 7.0 mm - prong set With old European cut diamonds p...
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1860s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 15ct Gold Turquoise & Pearl Ring Hallmarked Birmingham 1899
Located in Brighton, GB
Turquoise & Pearl Ring 15ct Gold Victorian- Hallmarked Birmingham 1899 Fabulous Hand Engraved Shoulders. UK Size K US Size 5 1/2 Can be resized using our resizing service, p...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold

Victorian 14k Gold Turquoise & Calcedony Brooch
Located in Montreal, QC
Victorian 14k Gold turquoise & calcedony brooch acid tested, made in Canada circa 1900. No maker marks, weighs 14.8 grams. Measures 45mm x 38mm.
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Early 1900s Canadian Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Chalcedony, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Mario Buccellati 1970 Dangle Earrings In 18Kt Gold With Turquoises and Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Dangle drop earrings designed by Mario Buccellati. Very elegant pair of colorful dangles drop earrings, created in Milano Italy by the jewelry house of Buccellati. These everyday ea...
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1970s Italian Baroque Revival Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18K and Ox Blood Red Coral Large and Bold Vintage Ring, Circa 1960
Located in Aspen, CO
18K yellow gold large and bold ring centering a deep red/orange (oxblood) natural coral bead measuring 15.5 in diameter. The coral is even in color. Underneath the stone, there is a...
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1960s North American Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Pink Coral White Diamond Emerald Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Turquoise Cocktail Ring Kyanites and Diamonds 18 Carats
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Gemstones: Turquoise, Kyanites, Diamonds, Lemon Quartz Total Carat Weight: 18 Carats Metal: ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Quartz, Turquoise, Kyanite, Silver, Silver Plate

Vintage Gump's White Coral 14K Yellow Gold 12mmBead Necklace Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant and finely detailed 12mm Bead Necklace. Hand crafted in 14 Karat Yellow Gold. The Necklace epitomizes vintage charm, taking you from day to evening effortlessly. The Necklac...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Antique turquoise and pearl locket memorial ring, circa 1837.
Located in London, GB
Antique turquoise and pearl locket memorial ring. The circular bezel is set with one central cabochon turquoise in a closed back grain setting, encircled by six pearls and six smalle...
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1830s English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Arizona Turquoise Pendant Zambian Emerald Necklace Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold
Located in IN
The focal point of this stunning necklace is the Arizona turquoise pendant, a gemstone renowned for its striking blue-green color reminiscent of the clear desert skies. Surrounding t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage sterling Mexican grapes pendant with sterling and turquoise from LB
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Vintage Sterling silver grapes pendant is centerpiece of handmade, one of a kind necklace from Lorraine’s Bijoux. This centerpiece hangs on a luscious string of Sterling silver Mexican beads...
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Artisan Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold & Sterling Leo Yazzie Navajo Opal Coral Ring i15797
Located in Toledo, OH
Gorgeous heavy 14k yellow gold and sterling Native American ring set with a vivid 19mm by 8mm Australian opal and red coral. Heavy 14k gold head and detailed band. Stamped LY 14k 925...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Native American Coral Solitaire Ring - Sterling Silver 925 Feather
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $30 or Down 3 sizes for $30 Native American Metal Content: Sterling Silver Stone Information Natural Coral Color: Orangey Red Style: Solitaire ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Native American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Sterling Silver

Antique 18K and Oxblood Red Coral and Diamond Ring, circa 1960
Located in Aspen, CO
Antique 18K ring centering fine oxblood coral from the Mediterranean. This long oval stone is surrounded with fine white brilliant cut diamonds all hand set in 18K. The ring bears ...
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1960s North American Contemporary Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond

Meghna Jewels 32.20 carat Lapis 4.60 carat Turquoise Diamond 18K Gold Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Handcrafted from 18-karat gold, these exquisite drop earrings are set with 32.20 carats Lapis, 4.60 carat Turquoise and .18 carats of glimmering diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS stor...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

14kt Yellow Gold Turquoise Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Natural Turquoise Dangle Earrings Length of earrings: 36mm 14kt yellow gold 6 grams
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2010s American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Steven Battelle 16.0 Carats Sleeping Beauty Turquoise 18K Gold Ring
Located in Soquel, CA
A large oval 17 x 25 mm flawless cabochon of Arizona Sleeping Beauty mine turquoise is set in this wonderful "heart and jawan" artisanally crafted ring design. The delicate wirework...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold

Sciacca Coral Victorian Multi-Strand Necklace
Located in Napoli, Italy
Wonderful necklace made up of 7 strands of many non-homogeneous flakes of ancient Mediterranean coral from Sciacca. The Sciacca coral has unique characteristics that distinguish it f...
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1890s Italian High Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Padparadscha Sapphire , 1...

Amethyst Arizona Turquoise Gemstone Dangle Earrings Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in IN
Surrounding the Amethyst Arizona Turquoise gemstones are dazzling diamonds, adding a touch of sparkle and luxury to the design. Each diamond is meticulously chosen for its brilliance...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Turkish 18k Gold Turquoise, Pearl Necklace & Earrings Set
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
Up for sale is a truly unique and fabulous Turkish, turquoise pearl and gold necklace and earrings set. The necklace weighs a total of 75 grams and consists of over 260 freshwater ...
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1990s Turkish Byzantine Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Gold Chain Diamond Enhancer Agate Mushroom Figo Mano Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Chain: - sterling silver - 14k gold plated - approximately 30" length - consistent paperclip style Eye Shaped Charm Holder consists of: - 925 sterling silver - 14k gold plating ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Vintage Coral and Diamond Cufflinks
Located in London, GB
This is a pair 1970s, 18ct yellow gold cufflinks. Each cufflink is set with 9 round brilliant cut diamonds and a coral border. Condition: Used (Very Good) Weight: 10.2 grams Face Di...
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1970s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Mediterranean Red Coral White Diamond Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Red Coral White Diamond Emerald Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Turquoise Onyx 0.18 Carat White Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold Asch Grossbardt Multi Gem & Diamond Link Bracelet i14845
Located in Toledo, OH
Stunning genuine Asch Grossbardt piece with inlaid mother of pearl, malachite, lapis, coral and black onyx with diamond accents. Approximately .12ctw of diamonds with VS2 clarity and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Native American LLL Mother of Pearl & Turquoise Necklace 21" Sterling Silver 925
Located in Greensboro, NC
Native American Artisan: LLL Metal Content: Sterling Silver Stone Information Natural Mother of Pearl Cut: Inlay Color: White Natural Turquoise Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Cut: ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Native American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Enamel Red Turquoise Figo Mano on Red Gold "ALONSO" Morse Beaded Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Alonso necklace consists of: - hematite beads - 34" length - adjustable chain for length - opening and closing clasp - 4 dimensional beading Figo Mano pendant: - sterling silver - 1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Hematite, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Vintage Heart Charm Necklace
Located in London, GB
This is a vintage 9ct yellow gold belcher chain charm necklace. The necklace features five heart pendants; all of which have been set with either a diamond, turquoise or a pearl. The...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Agate Lapis Aquamarine Chalcedony Opal Diamond Charm Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Charms consist of: - Bone moonface, 925 sterling silver, diamond. - approxiamtely 1.2" length x width - Rainbow moonstone horn - 925 sterling silver - turquoise - pave diamonds - ap...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Agate, Aquamarine, Chalcedony, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Opal, Turquoise, R...

Vintage French Set Coral Earrings Brooch 18k Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A beautiful vintage French set consisting of the brooch and earrings, made of coral and 18k gold. 
The set of botanical design includes the grape cluster earrings and the brooch. The...
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1970s French Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold

Antique Early Victorian Winged Diamond And Turquoise Cherub Brooch Circa 1850/60
Located in NEW TOWN, AU
Dating to the early Victorian era circa 1850-60’s an incredibly rare and exquisite diamond winged Turquoise cherub brooch. The wings are set with sixteen rose cut diamonds and to th...
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1850s Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, Silver

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

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

Jewelry has long been a symbol of spiritual strength, wealth or power and, of course, a means of personal expression. While materials and processes employed by the world’s most popular jewelry 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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