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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Style: Revival
Style: Modernist
Van Cleef and Arpels Perlee Variation 18K Rose Gold Ring with Pouch
Located in Aventura, FL
Van Cleef and Arpels’ explains this creation as a beaded border. A series of ascending and descending sparkling golden balls. Handcrafted in 18k rose gold Size 6 / Van Cleef 52. Spe...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage 14 Carat Carved Oval Bloodstone Scarab and Diamond Gold Statement Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Vintage Red Carpet Solitaire Bloodstone Scarab and Diamond Gold Statement Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set 14 Carat Oval Bloodstone Scara...
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Late 20th Century Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Love Ring White Gold 63 Size Wedding Band
Located in Aventura, FL
LOVE Ring, White Gold (750/1000). Width: 5.5 mm (for size 63). Details: Brand: Cartier Style: Love Ring Material: White Gold Cartier Size: 63 Theme: Romantic, Love Scope of Delivery...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Gold

18k Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Earrings. 6.80TCW
Located in Victoria, BC
Here is a beautiful pair of 18k Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Earrings. These earrings each feature a 0.36ct oval cut sapphire measuring approx. 5.20mm x 3.30mm x 2....
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1980s American Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Vintage Mid Century Modern Enamel Flower Gold Moi et Toi Crossover Bypass Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage 'Toi et Moi' Flower Crossover Green and Red Flower Bypass Diamond Gold Ring. Hand crafted Brushed 18K Yellow Gold mounting. Ring size: 7, we offer ring resi...
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Mid-20th Century Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Unique Tanzanite and Tourmaline Station Necklace Crafted in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Unique Tanzanite and Tourmaline Station Necklace in 18K Gold studded with oval cut tourmaline and tanzanite. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Tanzanite, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lella Valle Vignelli Sterling Silver " Seicento" Necklace 2003
Located in New York, NY
A collectible sterling silver "Seicento" necklace by Lella Valle Vignelli for San Lorenzo, Italy, 2003. The necklace is stamped with Italian hallmarks, 925, Imv, Z San Lorenzo. Lel...
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Early 2000s Italian Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage 1970's Carl Tasha Modernist Brutalist Brass Nudes Necklace Pendant
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Up for your consideration is this unusual necklace by Carl Tasha. He was a well known artist from United States that was a pioneer in the Brutalist Movement in the 1960’s and ‘70’s. ...
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1970s American Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Brass

Andrew Grima 18 Karat Gold, Citrine and Diamond Brooch
Located in Brisbane, QLD
The most incredible gold brooch by perhaps the most famous modernist jeweller to have lived, Andrew Grima. Formed from 18 karat gold this 'nest' style brooch is crafted with satin-fi...
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1960s British Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Citrine, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Tiffany & Co. 1.04ct Round Brilliant Diamond Stud Earrings E Color VS1 Clarity
Located in Aventura, FL
Nothing is more intriguing than Tiffany diamond earrings. 1.04 carats of beautifully matched diamonds of superlative brilliance create an unden...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond

Anello in Stile Vintage in Oro Rosa e Rubini Cabochon
Located in Cattolica, IT
Un delizioso anello in oro rosa 18 Kt e Rubini taglio Cabochon del peso di 0.78 carati. Questo anello è realizzato interamente a mano. Ha un caratteristico design in stile anni '60. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Revival Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Vintage 3 Bird Chicks Sparkling Crystal Golden Brooch Pins
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Delightful! Vintage Three Tiny Chicks Bird Crystal Brooch Pins. The Chicks Beautifully encrusted with Sparkling Crystals and Blue Crystal Eyes. White and Yellow Gold tone moun...
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Late 20th Century Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

Modernist BertoiaStyle Kinetic Silver 8Bead SpiralWire 3Band Asymmetric MensRing
Located in Chicago, IL
Recalling some early-mid-century modernist one-of-a-kind unsigned silver jewelry featuring delicate kinetic parts, tiny forged balls and thin-wire work by American metal-worker Harry...
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Mid-20th Century American Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver

Elsa Peretti Sterling Silver Charm Bracelet for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Brisbane, QLD
This iconic charm bracelet was designed for Tiffany & Co. by one of their most prolific and beloved designers, Elsa Peretti in the 1980s. Crafted from sterling silver, the oval link ...
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20th Century Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Panthere de Cartier Black Enamel Dome Ring
Located in New York, NY
Chic Cartier pinky ring. Highly Polished Dome with black enamel Leopard marks on a diagonal. Made in France with French Hallmarks. Size 5.25. Ver...
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1980s French Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

14K Solid Yellow Gold Oval Pink Sapphire Dangling Wire Earrings Hanging
Located in Santa Monica, CA
14K Solid Yellow Gold Oval Pink Sapphire Dangling Wire Earrings Hanging 1.25 In 4.7 gram weight 14 Pieces of Oval Cut natural Pink Sapphire hanging 1.25 inch
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2010s American Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Vintage Red Carpet 1.01 Carat Diamond and Sapphire Platinum Statement Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Show Stopper Diamond and Blue Sapphire Statement Platinum Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set 1.01 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamon...
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Late 20th Century Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire

Vintage Lunch at the Ritz Designer Signed Statement Musical Brooch Pin Pendant
Located in Montreal, QC
Awesome Vintage Enamel and Crystal Musical Themed Designer Brooch Pendant Signed: LUNCH AT THE RITZ. This “Classical Music Inspired” Brooch epitomizes Vintage charm with personality!...
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Late 20th Century American Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

Ring with diamonds 18k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold ring set with brilliant cut diamonds. 0.80ct – F/G – VS/SI – ring size U.S. 7.25 - EU. 17.5(55) Detailed description the top of the ring is 6.2 mm by 3.2 cm wide an...
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Early 2000s Dutch Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Carnelian Onyx MOP 5 Motifs Gold Lucky Spring Bracelet
Located in Aventura, FL
With its ladybugs and floral motifs, the Lucky Spring collection pays tribute to Spring, the season of renewal dear to Van Cleef & Arpels. In 18K rose gold, carnelian, and onyx, the ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Diamond Cocktail Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This ring features a 7.90 carat sleeping beauty turquoise. All turquoise use in production are from the prominent Sleeping Beauty Mine. Famous for it solid, light blue color with no ...
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2010s Hong Kong Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 5.72 G VVS1 3EX None Diamond
Located in kOWLOON, HK
Round 5.72ct Ideal Cut Round Diamond - GIA Certified Discover near top clarity and color with this exceptional 5.72-carat round-cut diamond, a true symbol of purity and perfection. ...
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2010s Unknown Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond

Cartier Love Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold Size 15 Brushed Finish with Screwdriver
Located in Aventura, FL
LOVE bracelet, 18K yellow gold (750/1000), brushed finish. Comes with a screwdriver. Width: 6.1 mm. Created in New York in 1969, the LOVE bracelet is a jewelry design icon: a close-f...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Signed CELLINO Heavy 18k Gold Diamond, Ruby & Emerald Snake Bracelet
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Expertly crafted from luxurious 18k yellow gold, this exquisite signed Cellino estate bangle features a lively snake with meticulously hand engraved and textured scales. The head is ...
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1970s Italian Egyptian Revival Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lalaounis of Greece Etruscan Revival Acorn Bull Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Iconic 22k yellow gold necklace by Ilias Lalaounis, one of the most prominent Greek designers to date. The necklace is featuring 21 element with a flower and a dangling acorn or bull...
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20th Century Greek Etruscan Revival Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Antique Perfume Atomizer on Long Facet cut Agate Necklace Estate Find
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Antique Perfume Pump Atomizer on long Facet orange and green Agate bead Necklace; atomizer decorated with hand crafted textured raised horses...
Category

Mid-20th Century Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Agate, Sterling Silver

Three Piece Sterling Silver 'Directional' Pattern Coffee Set by Gorham
Located in Brisbane, QLD
A three-piece coffee set in sterling silver and ebony by American maker Gorham, circa 1956. The service which was designed by Philip B. Johnson is Gorham's 'Directional' pattern whic...
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Mid-20th Century American Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

4.7 Carat Princess Cut Diamond Half Bezel Tennis Bracelet in 18K White Gold 7"
Located in Miami, FL
Diamond Half Bezel Channel Set Tennis Bracelet. This unisex tennis bracelet features an array of 80 princess-cut white diamonds. The diamonds have a total carat weight of 4.70. Thi...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Eight Row 1.32 Carat Pave Diamond Cage Stud Earrings in 18k Solid White Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Eight Row 1.32 Carat Pave Diamond Cage Stud Earrings in 18K Gold to make a statement with your look. You shall need stud earrings to make a statement with your look. These earrings c...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Silver and Garnet Eyes Devil Skull Men's Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Silver Devil Magical Skull with cross and star david on the top, garnet eyes Size : 8 1/4 Weight : 42.9gr
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20th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Garnet, Silver

Georg Jensen Henning Koppel Silver Necklace Amoeba 89
Located in Magenta, IT
Silver necklace called "Amoeba", model number 89 designed by Henning Koppel (1918 - 1981) for Georg Jensen. Design 1940s. Hallmarks: Georg Jensen Sterling Denmark 89 Good conditio...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver

Italian 1960 Love Birds Brooch In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Turquoises And Rubies
Located in Miami, FL
Love birds brooch with gemstones. This is a very beautiful brooch, created in Italy during the mid-century modernist periods, back in the 1960. This brooch has been crafted in solid...
Category

1960s Italian Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Vintage 1960s Anton Michelsen KVA Sterling Silver Modernist Wide Bracelet
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This remarkable sterling bracelet, designed by Knud V. Andersen for Anton Michelsen in Denmark circa 1960s. Boasting a stunning patina and texture reminiscent of tree bark. Measuring...
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1960s Danish Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Emerald White Diamond Black Diamond Snake Bangle Bracelet J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald White Diamond Black Diamond Snake Bangle Bracelet J Dauphin J DAUPHIN Bangle Arm Cuff with 3 snakes having eyes set with Emeralds ( 2 ), Black Diamond ( 2 ) and White Diamon...
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2010s American Egyptian Revival Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Gold Plate, Brass

1970 Nordic Ring Unisex Modernist solid 18K Gold Ø6.25 US / 5.3 gr
Located in SE
Vintage Swedish Ring in solid 18K Orange Gold with openwork crown , modernist styled . In general Unisex model, for Men or Women. Hallmarked 18K , maker's and date code U9 / hand -...
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1970s Swedish Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. 1982 Peretti Sculptural Tide Wave Clips On Earrings .925 Sterling
Located in Miami, FL
Wave earrings designed by Elsa Peretti (1940-2021) for Tiffany & Co. Beautiful sculptural pair of wavy clips-on earrings, created by Elsa Peretti at the Tiffany Studios, back in the...
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1980s American Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Åke Lindström for Bengt Hallberg, Sterling Silver Crystal Bangle Sweden 1968
By Åke Lindström
Located in Arnhem, NL
A vintage modernist open/close bracelet designed by Åke Lindström for Bengt Hallberg in 1968-1972 in Sweden. The bracelet is made from solid sterling silver and it features a large f...
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20th Century Swedish Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

1841 Nordic Necklace solid 18K Gold /44.5cm/4.5gr
Located in SE
Antique 18K Yellow Gold Swedish necklace with chained links, hallmarked 18K, unknown maker marks, city of Stockholm. Date hallmarks: L4 / made in 1841. Finest Used condition. All pa...
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1840s Swedish Egyptian Revival Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Love Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold Size 19 With Screwdriver Bangle
Located in Aventura, FL
LOVE bracelet, 18K Yellow Gold (750/1000). Comes with a screwdriver. Width: 6.1 mm. Created in New York in 1969, the LOVE bracelet is an icon of jewelry design: a close-fitting, oval...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold 7.92 carat Bi-Color Tourmaline Pendant with chain
Located in Big Bend, WI
14K yellow gold pendant featuring a bi-color tourmaline weighing 7.92 carats. The tourmaline has color from clear to green to very dark green, almost black. The emerald cut tourmalin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Egyptian Clips Earrings 5 ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Enamel /11gr
Located in SE
A pair of Vintage Egyptian handmade Diamond Huggies or Clips in 18 Yellow Gold. Openwork shields with flowers connected, with borders in Black Enamel. One diamond flower can be rotat...
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1930s Egyptian Renaissance Revival Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Hamilton 1960 14k Yellow Gold "Ventura" Wrist watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960 Hamilton Electric Ventura Wrist Watch, 14k Yellow Gold 2 piece case, Hamilton 505 Electronic movement, Black dial with raised gold dot markers and a sweep seconds hand. Ne...
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1960s American Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.70ct GIA Tiffany Style Natural Round Diamond Ring 4-Prong 14K White Gold
Located in Aventura, FL
A true design masterpiece, this Tiffany style is the world’s most iconic engagement ring. Flawlessly engineered, the 4-prong setting virtually disappears and allows the brilliant dia...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Nubian Prince Multi Gem Diamante Vintage Designer Gilt 925 Silver Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed 3-dimensional Vintage Designer Ruby, Pearl and Amethyst Nubian Prince Brooch. Securely Hand set with Rubies and Emeralds, enhanced with Diamante Cry...
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Late 20th Century Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Vivianna Torun Georg Jensen 18k Gold Hoop Earrings "Forget Me Knot"
Located in Magenta, IT
Georg Jensen, "Forget Me Knot" earrings designed by Vivianna Torun Bülow-Hübe. 18k yellow gold. Stamped GJ 750. No longer in production, rare. Very good conditions. Original box. Di...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Datejust 41mm Steel White Gold Blue Dial Fluted Bezel Oyster Watch 126334
Located in Aventura, FL
This Oyster Perpetual Datejust 41 in Oystersteel and white gold features an Azzurro-blue dial and an Oyster bracelet. The Rolex fluted bezel is a mark of distinction. Originally, the...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Gold, Steel

2.03 Carat 4 Prong Round Diamond Basket Setting Stud Earrings
Located in Aventura, FL
2.03 Carat pair of Natural round cut diamonds 4 Prong Basket Setting (UnCertified) are impressive in size. Very well cut, dazzlingly brilliant, and eye-clean in the ear! Both are exc...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond

Judith Hendler Orange and Black Acrylic Lucite Choker Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This fabulous Judith Hendler necklace from the 1980s is a stunning jewelry masterpiece. It has the iconic acrylic or Lucite neck tube ring, and from it are elegant geometric large be...
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1980s American Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

1.41ct Garnet Ring w Diamond Halo in Solid 14k Yellow Gold Round Cut 6.5mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This beautiful spessartine Garnet has a deep red color accentuated by the diamond halo and pave shank set in 14k white Gold. A unique gemstone ring that would be a beautiful engageme...
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2010s American Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Space Age Futuristic Lucite Necklace Rust, Chocolate and Taupe
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning, futuristic necklace was designed in the 1980s by Temps Fixes, a French artisan studio based in Paris. The piece features a Space-Age design with a Lucite rigid around-...
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1980s French Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

14k Yellow Gold Solitaire Amethyst Modernist Ring Size 6.75
Located in Eagan, MN
What a gorgeous ring this is!! It has a beautiful asscher cut amethyst stone. It is a size 6.75. I just love the simple but classy design it has It is stamped "14k". The amethy...
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2010s Unknown Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Amethyst, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Hermes Paris Gold 'Chain d' Ancre' Long Link Necklace
Located in Greenwich, CT
Circle yourself in precious gold with this iconic Hermes Paris vintage 'chain d'ancre' 32" link necklace. Wear it long or wrapped but, either way, you will wear it everyday. Sign...
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1980s French Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Avant Garde Frosted Lucite Coiled Bangle Bracelet, a pair
Located in Atlanta, GA
These are fabulous Italian artisan designer Avant-Garde Lucite bangle bracelets, a set of 2 pieces. The bracelets are frosted Lucite in powder pink and purple merlot colors with a fl...
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1980s Italian Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Aquamarine Ring Gothic style Light Blue Icy Beryl Cabochon Gemstone vintage ring
Located in Berlin, DE
Blackened silver ring with natural cabochon cut Aquamarine gemstone origin - China weight of the ring - 7.62 grams size of the ring - 7 US stone measures - 0.28 x 0.47 x 0.67 in / 7 ...
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2010s German Gothic Revival Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Aquamarine, Beryl, Silver

Givenchy Vintage Jumbo Oversized Pearl Gold Drop Clip On Earrings
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Introducing the Givenchy Red Enamel Curved C Shape Gold Etruscan Clip On Earrings, a stunning fusion of bold design and luxurious craftsmansh...
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1990s European Etruscan Revival Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold

Nubian Prince Multi Gem Diamante Vintage Designer Gilt 925 Silver Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed 3-dimensional Vintage Designer Ruby, Pearl and Amethyst Nubian Prince Brooch. Securely Hand set with Emeralds and Rubies, enhanced with Diamante Cry...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Etruscan Coral 18 Karat Yellow Gold Round Vintage Fob Charm Pendant
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Beautiful Mid-20th Century Etruscan charm handcrafted in lustrous 18 karat yellow gold. The fob charm is accented with cabochon coral gemstones and the gold is enhanced wtih decorati...
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Mid-20th Century Etruscan Revival Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid Century Modern Chrysoprase Vintage Solitaire Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Mid Century Modern Chrysoprase Gold Solitaire Cocktail Ring. Centering a Hand set securely nestled Chrysoprase. Hand crafted 14K Yellow Gold foliate mountin...
Category

Mid-20th Century Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

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

Jewelry has long been a symbol of spiritual strength, wealth or power and, of course, a means of personal expression. While materials and processes employed by the world’s most popular jewelry housesTiffany & Co., Cartier, BVLGARI and others — have evolved over time, humans still gravitate toward many of the same accessories that our ancestors wore.

Ancient Egyptians were often hard at work designing jewelry and adorning themselves with an array of necklaces, rings and other items, and nearly every Egyptian, rich or poor, was buried with some kind of jewelry. When King Tut’s burial chamber was excavated, it revealed a sense of style that inspired Art Deco jewelry designs.

Brooches and pins remain essentials in our jewelry boxes, although we no longer require them to fasten our garments, as was once their primary use. Rings, which have always been signifiers of eternity, still serve as romantic gifts and tokens of affection. Engagement rings are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment — and as it can be difficult to choose the right one, explore our buying guides for a close look at antique engagement ringsArt Deco engagement rings and vintage engagement rings. [Fun fact: It wasn’t until the 14th century that we learned how to effectively cut diamonds, a critical step in revealing the stone’s brilliance.]

Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C. We’ve even created our own new, sacred symbols — the Cartier Love bracelet, for example, with its distinctive locking mechanism, is an understated and modernist symbol of love’s promise (with its own captivating history to boot). And, crafted by French jeweler Jacques Arpels of Van Cleef & Arpels, the Magic Alhambra necklace channels luck for the wearer with its universally adored design, which is informed by four-leaf clovers, a plant synonymous with good fortune.

Whether it’s our sentimental charm jewelry, costume jewelry, chunky retro bracelets or minimalist earrings created by the likes of contemporary designers WHITE/SPACE and Agmes, luxurious jewels can elevate any outfit, regardless of your personal style.

Find a wide-ranging collection of authentic antique, new and vintage jewelry today on 1stDibs.

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