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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Style: Empire
Style: Rococo
Style: Renaissance
18ct Gold Antique European Religious Pendant
Located in London, GB
18ct Gold Antique European Religious Pendant Stamps to the top of the pendant right is slightly worn but left has the letters N B Visible. European...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Empire Jewelry & Watches

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Gold

An Exceptional French Mid-19th Century Triptych Bronze Empire Mantel Clock
Located in London, GB
An Exceptional Very Fine French Mid-19th Century Triptych Gilt Bronze Sculptured Figural Empire Mantle Clock with Two Cherub Oil Lamps This is an extraordinary and exceptional piece of finely sculptured gilt bronze and antimony three-piece garniture from (1830-1850) France depicting Europe and Africa. The rectangular marble base of the mantel clock is surmounted by a large and impressive patinated bronze figural of two women sculptures...
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Mid-19th Century French Empire Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Bronze

Aquamarine Crest Signet Ring Sterling Silver Bronze J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Aquamarine Crest Signet Ring Sterling Silver Bronze J Dauphin can be worn by women or men. Inspired by Queen Mary of Scots ring. Gold signet-ring; engraved; shoulders ornamented wit...
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2010s American Renaissance Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Aquamarine, Silver, Sterling Silver, Bronze

White Diamond Crest Signet Ring Silver Bronze J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Crest Signet Ring Silver Bronze J Dauphin can be worn by women or men. Inspired by Queen Mary of Scots ring. Gold signet-ring; engraved; shoulders ornamented with flow...
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2010s American Renaissance Jewelry & Watches

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White Diamond, Sterling Silver, Bronze

White Diamond Emerald Ruby Sapphire Amethyst Yellow Gold Lever-Back Earrings
Located in Naples, IT
These Lever-Back Earrings are made of 9K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver. These Earrings have 0.55 Carats of White Diamonds. These Earrings have 0.40 Carat of Emeralds. These Earring...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Renaissance Jewelry & Watches

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Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby...

Rachel Koen Wide Diamond Engagement Band Ring 14K White Gold 3.00 Cttw
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully crafted round and princess cut diamond engagement band ring set in 14k white gold with a total of 3.00 carat diamonds. The Center is shaped like a princess cut with small...
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2010s American Empire Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, White Gold

Karl Lagerfeld Rococo Louis XV 24k Gold Chair Brooch, 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Karl Lagerfeld 24k gold plated brooch featuring a chair in the style of Louis XV. The brooch is embossed with Lagerfeld’s iconic fan and KL monogram. Signed. Period: 1980s...
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1980s French Rococo Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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24k Gold, Gold Plate

Diamond Wedding Band 0.34 Carat White Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Wedding band set with a total of 0.34 carat round brilliant diamonds, completely hand engraved in the traditional Florentine style. This wedding ring is crafted by hand in 18K white ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Renaissance Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Renaissance Cameo Pendant
Located in New Orleans, LA
The cameo at the center of this exceptional pendant is a stunning example of the art of gem engraving during the Renaissance. It likely dates to the early 17th century and features a sacrificial scene inspired by the Greco-Roman era. The central flaming altar is flanked by two figures preparing to sacrifice a ram, while a figure in a lion skin blowing horns stands in the left corner. The carver brilliantly uses the natural layers of the stone to achieve the illusion of shadow and musculature on the figures. A second, smaller cameo is set at the top of the pendant, while a myriad of multi-colored gems, pearls and enamel adorns the 18K gold setting. A large Baroque pearl suspended from an enamel dragon finishes the design, which embodies the opulence and theatricality of jewels from the Renaissance age. Cameos and intaglios were highly popular amongst wealthy connoisseurs in Renaissance Italy, and owning the finest pieces was the privilege of princes. Although they were often elaborately mounted for display alone, cameos were also frequently worn as pendants, surrounded by enameled and stone-set gold frames. Such pieces were particularly prized by the Medici and Lorraine families, many of which can now be seen at the National Archeological Museum in Florence. Very few Renaissance cameos...
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17th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Multi-gemstone, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique Empire Lyre Dangling Earrings Oriental, Pearl, Turquoise 10 Kt Gold
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This is a fine example of delicate empire earrings, so called day and night earrings, the tops can be worn alone. Small gold rosettes, oriental pearls and turqoise cabochons are fash...
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1810s Italian Empire Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Oriental Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 10k Gold

French Empire, Cobalt Glass and Silver Centrepiece
Located in Brisbane, QLD
This oval jardiniere which has been crafted from silver and cobalt blue glass dates to France at the end of the 19th Century. The neoclassical jardiniere features Roman or Greek godd...
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19th Century French Empire Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Silver

Emelie Puiforcat France French Empire Style Silver Plate Coffee Pot
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine French silver plate coffee pot. By Puiforcat. With a vasiform body, molded spout, and attached wooden handle. Marked to the base 'Pui...
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20th Century French Empire Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver Plate

White Diamond Crest Signet Ring Silver Bronze J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Crest Signet Ring Silver Bronze J Dauphin can be worn by women or men. Inspired by Queen Mary of Scots ring. Gold signet-ring; engraved; shoulders ornamented with flow...
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2010s American Renaissance Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Sterling Silver, Bronze

Antique Empire 10 Karat Rwed and Yellow Gold Ring Enamel Black Turquoise Paste
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This unusual navette shaped Empire 10 karat gold ring was handcrafted around 1800.It is set with two tuequoise cabochons and a red paste stone. T...
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Early 1800s Italian Empire Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Turquoise, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Chanel Dog Tooth Pearl Flower Brooch
Located in Riverdale, NY
Chanel's sapphire poured glass, paste and dog tooth pearl brooch. The central motif, very classic in the Chanel iconography is mounted atop triangular hand made tooth pearls. Chanel ...
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1950s French Renaissance Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Silver Plate, Bronze, Enamel

Renaissance Tahitian Black Pearl Rubies Tsavorite Diamonds Akoya Pearls Necklace
Located in Oakton, VA
Genuine Tahitian Black Pearl Necklace with Rubies Tsavorites Diamonds Akoya Pearls of Top Quality Necklace: 18 Karat Rose Gold 16 Black South...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Renaissance Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Tsavorite, Black Pearl, Natural Pearl, So...

Vintage Cufflinks in 18K Yellow Gold by Buccellati
Located in San Rafael, CA
A pair of vintage, 18K yellow gold cufflinks that manage to balance subtle design with the unmistakable style and unparalleled workmanship of Buccellati. Displaying two techniques f...
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20th Century Italian Renaissance Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Diamond Crest Signet Ring Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Crest Signet Ring 14k Yellow and White Gold Unisex J Dauphin Inspired by Queen Mary of Scots ring. Gold signet-ring; engraved; shoul...
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2010s American Renaissance Jewelry & Watches

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

Antique 18th Century Rokoko Garnet Earrings Vermeil
Located in Munich, Bavaria
it is very rare indeed to find earrings from the Rokoko period. This pair of garnet rosettes has kept it's period fitting and is in wonderful condition considering it's age.
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1750s Rococo Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Garnet, Vermeil

Virgin Mary Medal Cross Statement Arm Cuff Arm Bronze Silver J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Virgin Mary Medal Cross Statement Arm Cuff Arm Bronze Silver J Dauphin J DAUPHIN "Imaginary Child" Arm cuff with Virgin Mary Medallions and cros...
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2010s American Renaissance Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver, Bronze

9ct Gold Victorian Pink Cameo Chain Earrings
Located in London, GB
9ct Gold Victorian Pink Cameo Earrings these are genuine carved shell cameos from Victorian era Lightweight & Feminine Rare pink Cameo hand carved women,s ...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Empire Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold

Antique Renaissance Marriage Portrait Cameo in Gold Setting
Located in Chicago, IL
RENAISSANCE MARRIAGE PORTRAIT CAMEO IN MODERN GOLD SETTING Italy (?), 16th-17th century White agate, modern gold setting Weight: 10.8 g.; circumference: 54.4 mm.; size: US 7, UK N ½ Substantial rounded D-section hoop, narrowing at the base supports an oblong collet set with a white agate cameo. The cameo features a female bust behind a male bust in profile facing to the viewer’s left. The man has a curly beard, wears a fillet in his closely cropped hair, and wears a draped toga; the woman is less well defined and wears a palla. Both portraits have flat features. The carving has a metallic quality to its lines which enhances the sheen of the stone. The cameo is in excellent condition; the mount is modern. The Renaissance welcomed a revival in the ancient art of gem carving and cameos achieved renewed popularity. Important patrons, like the Medici, employed artists and goldsmiths to make dozens of beautiful examples that harkened back to antiquity and displayed current fashions. Double portraits of a man and woman, as with this ring, are called marriage portraits. They take their form from cameos of Roman rulers, mythological lovers, and citizen couples. Literature This couple could be a sixteenth-century copy of an ancient gem or it could represent a Renaissnce couple in the guise of a Roman couple. The features do not point to any well-known couples. A double portrait cameo in the Royal Collection (RCIN 65861) provides a nice comparison to this ring and is from the same period. For an ancient example of the double portrait cameo see the Metropolitan Museum’s Germanicus and Agrippina (39.22.18) cameo. Another comparison, see the Bibliothèque Nationale, Paris (a 17th-century cameo with the double portrait of a couple in a three-layered agate, published in Babelon, 1897, n. 1019). For general information on Renaissance cameos...
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16th Century Renaissance Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Agate, Gold, Yellow Gold

Metropolitan Museum of Art MMA 14 Karat Gold & Garnet Renaissance Style Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A wonderful pair of Renaissance style earrings. With bezel-set oval garnet cabochons in 14K gold with filigree decoration. Originally sold...
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20th Century Unknown Renaissance Jewelry & Watches

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Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold

Diamond and Amethys Royalty Ring, Olympus Art Certified 16.64 Carat Lemon Quartz
Located in Istanbul, TR
18K 750 Rose Gold, 0.29 Carat Diamond Round, 16.47 Carat Lemon Quartz, 4.74 Carat Amethys Egyptians used to wear amethyst to protect themselves from feelings of guilt and fear. The royal stone was also worn by the ancient Egyptians to ward off the effects of witchcraft. It was found in many of the Egyptian tombs...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Renaissance Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Quartz, Amethyst, Rose Gold

Vintage French Oval Link Necklace, 1950s
Located in St. Catharines, ON
Chic Parisian chain recalling the French "en pomponne" gilding process which dates back to the 18th century, designed as a line openwork egg shaped links alternating with smaller ova...
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1950s French Empire Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Vermeil

19th Cent Gorham Coin Silver Handled Tazza of New Orleans, LA Southern Interest
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine 19th century tazza of Southern interest. In coin silver by Gorham Manufacturing Co. The tazza having a sturdy swing handle set with graduated spheres, a pierced gallery rim, a wide border with etched anthemion devices, and a center engraved with a family crest with what appears to be a Live Oak Tree...
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19th Century American Empire Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Silver

Diamond Two-Color Gold Filigree Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow and white gold. This wide diamond ring features white gold filigree set with 13 small brilliant- cut diamonds edged with yellow gold filigree. Total diamond...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Renaissance Jewelry & Watches

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

Antique Gold Renaissance Pinky Ring with Two Dogs
Located in Chicago, IL
Renaissance Ring Western Europe, likely Italy, mid-16th c. Gold and traces of black and white enamel Bezel 15 x 3 x 4 mm.; circumference 42 mm.; weight 2.7 gr.; US size 2 ¼; UK size ...
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16th Century Renaissance Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Gold

Antique French Miniature 18K Gold Piqué Tortoiseshell Snuff Box, circa 1790
Located in Goettingen, DE
Antique French Miniature 18K Gold Piqué Tortoiseshell Snuff Box, circa 1790 Rare snuffbox made of tortoiseshell with fine gold piqué decor on ...
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1790s French Empire Antique Jewelry & Watches

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18k Gold

Antique Empire Gold Bracelet Carnelian Oriental Pearls Enamel
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This delicate Empire bracelet is made out of elements designed as entwined pale blue enamelled circles and a fine ornamental clasp made out of an oval cornelian cabochon surrounded b...
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Early 1800s Empire Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Carnelian, Oriental Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

circa 1980s Georgian Style Heart Opal and Diamond Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Addison, TX
Circa: Circa 1980s Metal Type: 14 karat yellow gold Size: US 8.5 Weight: 5.7g Diamond Details: Cut: Round Carat: 1.0 carat total weight Color: G-H Clarity: VS-SI Opal Details: Cu...
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1980s Unknown Renaissance Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Renaissance Style Turquoise, Ruby 18K Filigree Gold Ring, 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful antique Renaissance style 18K gold ring featuring a fine large oval natural Persian cabochon turquoise gem exquisitely set in a floral filigree setting composed of eight ye...
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19th Century Renaissance Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Empire Snuffbox Sun Emblem Amitié Gift of Friendship Glass Beadwork Horn
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This delicate snuffbox has been made out of pressed horn and is covered entirely in blue and white glass beads threaded on cotton string. The lid is decorated with a sun emblem, a lozenge and a zigzag pattern and the French words...
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1810s French Empire Antique Jewelry & Watches

Crest Signet Ring Sterling Silver Bronze Ruby Unisex J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crest Signet Ring Sterling Silver Bronze with Ruby gem in the middle of Crest ( can be replaced with Black or White Diamond ) J Dauphin can be worn by women or men. Inspired by Quee...
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2010s American Renaissance Jewelry & Watches

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Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver, Bronze

The Gigantas Pendant
Located in London, GB
The Gigantas Pendant, an important late 16th century Renaissance baroque pearl, gold and enamelled pendant, with later alterations, depicting one of the Greek gigantes, wearing the i...
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16th Century German Renaissance Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, 22k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold

Sapphire Crest Signet Ring Sterling Silver Bronze Unisex J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3 pcs Sapphire Crest Signet Ring Sterling Silver Bronze J Dauphin can be worn by women or men. Inspired by Queen Mary of Scots ring. Gold signet-ring; engraved; shoulders ornamented with flowers and leaves. Oval bezel set with silver intaglio depicting achievement of Mary Queen of Scots: shield of Scotland surrounded by collar of thistle, supported by two unicorns; crest: crowned lion...
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2010s American Renaissance Jewelry & Watches

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Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver, Bronze

Antique Iron Long Guard Chain with Enamelled Silver Dragonfly
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This wonderful antique long guard chain is made from extremely fine iron split rings. It came to me accompanied by an Art Nouveau style sterling sil...
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Early 1800s Empire Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver, Enamel, Mixed Metal

Antique 18th Century Diamond Sequile Pendant/Brooch Yellow Gold Portuguese 1700s
Located in Lisbon, PT
Antique diamond sequile pendant/brooch in 19.2kt yellow gold, Portugal, early 18th century. This Portuguese jewel from the Georgian period of an intr...
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Early 18th Century Portuguese Rococo Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Gold and Agate Renaissance Cameo Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
RENAISSANCE CAMEO RING Italy, cameo: second half of 16th century in a late 18th century ring Gold, agate , black enamel Weight 6.3 gr.; bezel 18.8 x 16.9 x 6.5 mm.; circumference 58.4 mm.; US size 8¾; UK size R Cameo of a nude female bust...
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Late 17th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Agate, Gold

Crest Signet Ring Sterling Silver Bronze Ruby Unisex J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crest Signet Ring Sterling Silver Bronze with Ruby gem in the middle of Crest ( can be replaced with Black or White Diamond ) J Dauphin can be worn by women or men. Inspired by Quee...
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2010s American Renaissance Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver, Bronze

Antique French Metal Trinket Box with Porcelain Sistine Madonna Cherub Plaque
Located in Tustin, CA
Beautiful antique, handcrafted French bronze and brass scalloped hinged jewelry or trinket or vanity box from the 19th century features a round porcelain plaque or disc, bezel set in the lid, exquisitely hand painted with a famous image depicting one of the cherubs from the "Sistine Madonna" by Raphael Sanzio, also known as "Cherubs from the Madonna of San Sisto", which was originally painted between 1513 -1514. This is considered to be one of the most popular angel images...
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19th Century French Rococo Antique Jewelry & Watches

Sapphire Crest Signet Ring Sterling Silver Bronze Unisex J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3 pcs Sapphire Crest Signet Ring Sterling Silver Bronze J Dauphin can be worn by women or men. Inspired by Queen Mary of Scots ring. Gold signet-ring; engraved; shoulders ornamented...
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2010s American Renaissance Jewelry & Watches

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Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver, Bronze

Jill Garber Rococo Winged Archangel Michael Pendant Necklace in Sterling Silver
Located in Saginaw, MI
Angels have played an important role in works of art throughout history and have been an especially important subject for both Byzantine and European paintings and sculpture. In Christianity, there are a significant few of the highest-ranking angels, which are known as “archangels.” Coming from the Greek language, meaning “chief angel,” archangels each have a special purpose to fulfil on earth. Archangel Michael, also known as St. Michael, the great defender and protector, is depicted in this lovely, sterling silver pendant. A figural, halo-adorned St. Michael with outstretched wings, is suspended from a finely-made, sterling silver rolo chain...
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2010s American Rococo Jewelry & Watches

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Sterling Silver

White Diamond Crest Signet Ring Sterling Silver Bronze Unisex J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3 pcs White Diamond Crest Signet Ring Sterling Silver Bronze J Dauphin can be worn by women or men. Inspired by Queen Mary of Scots ring. Gold signet-ring; engraved; shoulders ornamented with flowers and leaves. Oval bezel set with silver intaglio depicting achievement of Mary Queen of Scots: shield of Scotland surrounded by collar of thistle, supported by two unicorns; crest: crowned lion...
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2010s American Renaissance Jewelry & Watches

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White Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver, Bronze

Renaissance Rose Gold Sardonyx Cameo Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Ring with Renaissance cameo Probably Northern Italy, cameo late 16th-early 17th century; ring: second half 18th century Gold, sardonyx cameo (layered...
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16th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Agate, Rose Gold

Vintage French Bronze Tassel Statement Earrings
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage oversized bronze double tassel statement clip-on earrings by Claire Deve Paris - circa 1980 accented by large bronze glass faceted rhinestone...
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1980s French Rococo Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Bronze

Gold Crown Necklace Pendant Mixed Metals You Are A Princess or Queen
Located in Austin, TX
Queen Crown Pendant - made for a queen! Crown made in 10k mixed metals of 10k yellow gold and 10k white gold. This exquisite 10K yellow and white gold pendant has an ornate crown design that resembles a gorgeous Renaissance crown...
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2010s American Renaissance Jewelry & Watches

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, White Gold, Mixed Metal

Carrington & Co. Rococo or George II Style Sterling Silver Cream Pitcher
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine sterling silver creamer or milk pitcher. By Carrington & Co. With an exuberant neo-Rococo (or George II style) design including etched scroll work and cells to the bod...
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Early 20th Century British Rococo Jewelry & Watches

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Sterling Silver

Antique 18th or 19th Century Austrian Silver Mounted Rock Crystal Salt Cellar
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Austrian salt cellar or miniature tazza. Comprising 3 carved and polished rock crystal sections. Mounted with ornate silver mounts - the top section having 2 dragon ...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Rococo Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Rock Crystal, Silver

Renaissance Gemstone Ring with Garnet and Enamel
Located in Chicago, IL
Renaissance Gemstone Ring Northern Italy, 16th century Gold, garnet and enamel Circumference 60 mm.; weight 4 gr.; US size 9; UK size R ½ The ...
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16th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Gold

Diamond Cross Pendant and Chain, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Cross and Chain
Located in Austin, TX
This gorgeous, intricate diamond cross pendant is a stunning and striking design. The cross pendant is made in 18 karat yellow gold with genuine, natural diamonds. The cross design h...
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21st Century and Contemporary Renaissance Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Sultanato Ring in 18k Gold with Tanzanites, Sapphires and Aquamarines
Located in Miami, FL
Ottoman design ring, 10 grams solid gold 18k, of two flour tower, one central tanzanite of 0,35 k, then two tanzanites each lateral side, sapphires and aquamarines.
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15th Century and Earlier American Empire Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Aquamarine, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Gold Italian Renaissance Cameo Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
RENSAISSANCE CAMEO RING Italy? 16th century in a 20th century setting Gold and sardonyx Weight 6.5 gr.; bezel 16.1 x 16.9 x 7.4 mm.; circumference 50.3 mm.; US size 5½; UK size L In this oblong cameo, the bust of a woman wearing a necklace but otherwise nude stands above a blue ground. While her breast faces forward, her head is rendered in a strict profile and her hands gesture to her right. The minimalist gold setting is modern and dates to the twentieth century. Cameos depicting nude female figures became popular in the court circles of sixteenth-century Italy, where newly-formed princely collections of ancient gems served as models for contemporary hardstone artists. Following ancient practice, the artist responsible for the current cameo has cut into two layers of the multicolor agate, creating a background of milky blue that contrasts with the white flesh of the woman above. The sharp profile of the woman’s face likewise recalls the art of the ancient Romans, who often used the profile view for portraits on coins, medals, and engraved gems...
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16th Century Renaissance Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold

Baume Creation Lava Stone Cameo 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Creation Maison Baume - Unique piece. Necklace in 18 karat yellow gold. This sublime necklace is made of 3 lava- stone cameos representing the profile of helmeted women with in the center the same motif more important. The chain is a fancy openwork mesh. The three cameos...
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2010s French Empire Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rectangular, Gold Vinaigrette, Early 19th Century
Located in Paris, FR
Rectangular, gold vinaigrette with a hinged lid is organized around a central pattern of stylized flower. A geometric frieze frames the composition. T...
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Early 1800s French Empire Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold

White Diamond Crest Signet Ring Sterling Silver Bronze Unisex J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Crest Signet Ring Sterling Silver Bronze J Dauphin can be worn by women or men. Inspired by Queen Mary of Scots ring. Gold signet-ring; en...
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2010s American Renaissance Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Sterling Silver, Bronze, Silver

Antique French Rococo Gilt-Bronze and Red Enamel Picture Frame
Located in New York, NY
Turn-of-the-century French gilt bronze picture frame. Rectangular window in same surround with raised leaf-and-dart, imbricated leaf, and beaded borders. Red guilloche border and app...
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Early 20th Century French Rococo Jewelry & Watches

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Bronze, Enamel

Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver Cupids Playing Trumpet Necklace in Black
Located in London, GB
Rhodium plated sterling silver and fine porcelain (openwork) Handmade in Italy The beauty of the antique is imbued with a contemporary form for a timeless jewel in this collection. ...
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2010s Italian Renaissance Jewelry & Watches

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Rhodium, Sterling 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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