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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum .48ct Diamond Engagement Ring 5.5
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum .48ct Diamond Engagement Ring 5.5 Metal: Platinum Size: 5.5 Diamond: carat total weight .48ct, I color, VVS2 clarity Hallmark: ©TIFFANY&Co. PT950 62410698 D...
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2010s American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Jade and Sterling Silver Choker
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous substantial silver and jade choker necklace. The front bib portion is comprised of layers of silver in different shapes on top of one another with a large rounded jade sto...
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1990s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Jade, Sterling Silver

Citrine Nugget Apatite Cartouche Chatelaine Scent Bottle Necklace
Located in Colleyville, TX
Rosalie Necklace. The history of perfume during the Regency and Victorian Eras is a fascinating subject and this delicate necklace pays homage to the creativity and workmanship of that time. A Victorian teal scent bottle (c. 1900) encased with gilt ormolu is the focal point of this remarkable necklace and has set the preference for the color-way. Sparkling faceted citrine nuggets, ranging in shades of dark and light, repeat the elegant gold persona of the romantic gilded cartouche encasement. Rich gold citrine nuggets have been intercepted with stations of jewel-toned teal apatite and freshwater pearls which repeat the magnificent coloring of the glass found in the Victorian chatelaine scent...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Citrine, Freshwater Pearl, Gilt Metal, Sterling Silver, Vermeil

Vintage 18ct Gold & Platinum 1960’s Sapphire Diamond Round Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Cluster Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1960’s This 1960s vintage cluster ring is a magnificent piece of jewellery. Crafted from 18ct gold and platinum, it features a stunn...
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Mid-20th Century English Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Baroque Style Pendant in 18 Kt Yellow Gold and Coral Cabochon
Located in Cattolica, IT
A Vintage Baroque-style pendant made of 18 kt gold and embellished with 5 oval cabochon-cut corals and 4 round cabochon-cut corals. This crown-shaped pendant has meticulous craftsman...
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1970s Italian Baroque Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold

14 Mm White Pearls, Sapphires, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Beautiful earrings in 14 kt white gold structure mounted with a pearls and a drop sapphire in the upper part; in the middle, an heart sapphires surrounded by diamonds and, in the fin...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

1984 Ring 2ct natural Emerald Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø 6US / 2.6 gr
Located in SE
Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with natural deep Green Emerald stone : oval diamond cut 9 mm x 7 mm x 4.5 mm deep/about 2ct. accented with two diamond cut Diamonds 2.25 mm / 0.04 ct e...
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1980s Swedish Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

60s Angel Skin Coral Lapis Lazuli Ring Vintage 14k Gold Cocktail Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage angel skin coral & lapis lazuli cocktail ring (circa 1960s) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Coral cabochon measures 18mm x 13mm. Marquise cut lapis lazuli measures...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

4.40 Carat Natural Loose Citrine Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Citrine Weight: 4.40 Carats Dimension: 10.8 x 8.5 x 7.3 Mm Origin: Brazil Treatment: Non Certficate: On Demand Shape: Emerald Citrine, a radiant and versatile gemstone, ench...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Citrine

Antique Art Deco Carved Emerald Cameo and Diamond Ring of a Pharaoh
Located in Hummelstown, PA
Mastering the art of gemstone carving is a lengthy journey, and emeralds are particularly challenging to work with. Carving emeralds requires a high level of skill and experience, as...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Bochic “Capri” Red Ruby & Blue Sapphire Bracelet Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Red Ruby & Blue Sapphire Bracelet Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Multi Gem - 24 Carats Peridot, Pink quartz, Agate The Bochic "Capri" Multi Ruby Gems Bracelet i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Yellow Gold Open Heart Pendant Necklace #21097
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Yellow Gold Open Heart Pendant Necklace- This iconic piece from Tiffany & Co. is renowned for its elegant simplicity and fluid design. Crafted from 18...
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20th Century Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Antique 18K Pearl Button Cuff Bangle Bracelet - Auguste Lahaye
Located in Hummelstown, PA
A fanciful lace and natural pearl button cuff bangle by Auguste Lahaye (workshop later purchased by the esteemed French jeweler Rene Boivin). Masterfully hand fabricated in contrasti...
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1870s French Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 2mm Knife Edge Wedding Band Ring 5
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 2mm Knife Edge Wedding Band Ring 5 Metal: Platinum Size: 5 Band Width: 2mm Hallmark: ©TIFFANY&CO. PT950 Condition: Excellent condition, like new Authenticit...
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2010s American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Platinum

Antique 18ct Gold Victorian 5 Stone Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique 18ct Gold Victorian 5 Stone Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1898 Set with 5 Old Cut Diamonds Size UK N 1/2 Size US ...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Nathalie Jean Contemporary Sterling Silver Limited Edition Link Drop Necklace
Located in Milan, Lombardia
Evoking by turns the gracious morphology of organic molecules or the lace of a mutating universe, the Contemporary Informe Series lends itself to multiple interpretations. Volumes an...
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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

TIFFANY & Co. Atlas 18K White Gold Open Ring 6
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Atlas 18K White Gold Open Ring 6 Metal: 18K White Gold Size: 6 Band Width: 7mm Hallmark: ATLAS © 2003 TIFFANY&CO. 750 Condition: Excellent condition, like new Lim...
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2010s American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Gold

Vintage 5.63Ct Garnet Citrine Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This radiant three-stone ring, expertly crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. At its center, a stunning 5.63-carat garnet captivates with its deep, fiery red hues, symbolizing passion and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Garnet, Citrine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Audemars Piguet Meridian Ladies Watch with Bracelet - Stainless Steel & 18K Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1st...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

AJD Amazing RARE Paraiba Tourmaline & Blue Tanzanite Ring & Pearl Earrings
Located in Raleigh, NC
This natural rare 1.25 carat Paraiba Tourmaline (one of the rarest gemstones in the world now that the mines are empty and they are now selling at $20,000 per carat) is enhanced with...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Vintage Hermès Silver “Caleche” Perfume Bottle Shape Chain Cufflinks
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a pair of “Caleche” perfume bottle shape chain cufflinks designed by Hermès. The piece is vintage. It is crafted in silver. Signed with “Hermes” and hallmarks. Comes with a...
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20th Century French Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver

5.90 Carat Natural Loose Citrine Asscher Shape Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Yellow Citrine Weight: 5.90 Carats Dimension: 11 x 11 x 8.1 Mm Origin: Brazil Cut: Asscher Color: Yellow Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand Citrine is a vibrant, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Citrine

Imperial Russian Cufflinks in Gold with Enamel, Diamonds and Sapphires
By August Hollming 1
Located in San Rafael, CA
Stunning Imperial Russian cufflinks featuring a silver crown holding five rose-cut diamonds and two cabochon-cut sapphires on a white guilloché field. These cufflinks were made in S...
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Late 19th Century Russian Russian Empire Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Tiffany & Co. Hardwear Diamond Necklace 28.38 cttw.
Located in Sausalito, CA
18k rose gold with round brilliant diamonds Link size, graduated 18" long Carat total weight 28.38 Tiffany Retail price is $230.000.00
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Syna Yellow Gold Vine Earrings with Ethiopian Opal and Diamonds
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Ethiopian opal 10 carats approx. Diamonds 0.70 carats approx. Omega clip-backs & posts Limited Edition Crafted from 18 karat yellow gold, these limit...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Kalinger Gilded Resin and Cabochons Floral Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning Kalinger Paris brooch features a massive dimensional bunch of flowers made of gold-plated coated resin, all carved and textured and ornate with resin cabochons and crys...
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1980s French Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Leto Lama Moonstone Heart Cigar Ring with Sapphires 18 Ct Gold
Located in London, GB
Introducing a unique 18 Ct Gold handcrafted cigar ring featuring a stunning Blue moonstone heart that radiates a captivating glow, beautifully accented by s...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Rococo Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Moonstone, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

A Crescent Moon Brooch with 4.5ct Old Cut Diamonds, circa 1900's
Located in Firenze, IT
Old brilliant- and rose-cut diamonds, mounted in silver and gold, French import marks for 18 carat gold and silver, cushion-shaped diamonds approx. 4.50cts total, Measurements 2.90 x...
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1870s French Napoleon III Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver, 18k Gold

Vintage 9k gold Ladies Tudor Royal wristwatch
Located in NEWARK, GB
The perfect classic timepiece is what you will find with this vintage ladies 9ct gold Tudor Royal wristwatch. It features a circular shaped case in 9ct gold marked on the outer case...
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Late 20th Century British Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

AJD Elegant Classic Golden Color Beautiful REAL Wrinkle Pearl Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
The unique and rare golden nacre from the Pearl shells is truly magnificent on these huge beauties on this handmade necklace. Tis goes beautifully from daytime to evening occasions d...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Gold Plate

Biedermeier Garnet Bracelet, circa 1830
Located in Berlin, DE
Biedermeier garnet bracelet around 1830 Silver-plated garnet gold bracelet, densely set with three rows of Bohemian garnet stones. 162 gemstones give this bracelet a noble glow of by...
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1830s German Early Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Garnet

Rolex Yacht-Master Ref. 169622 – Stainless Steel/Platinum, Automatic, 29 mm
Located in Berlin, DE
The Rolex Yacht-Master with reference number 169622 is a masterpiece of elegant watchmaking, perfectly suited for women with a taste for style and precision. This model impresses not...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Platinum, Steel, Stainless Steel

Sterling Silver Red Spinel Bolo Bracelet
Located in Webster, SD
This beautiful estate bolo bracelet is sterling silver. It features 6 oval cut 4x5mm red spinel gemstones. It is adjustable from 4 to 9 inches. Condition: Excellent
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Spinel, Sterling Silver

Antique Egyptian Scarab Brooch Ruby Sapphire Diamonds Citrine Garnet Gilt Silver
Located in SE
Antique Egyptian Revival sacred Scarab Beetle Brooch made of Gilt / Fold Filled Silver decorated with 15 natural Rubies, 11 natural Sapphires , 28 natural Diamonds, one Citrine and a...
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1930s Egyptian Egyptian Revival Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Citrine, Garnet, Sapphire, Gold-filled, Silver

Antique German Ring natural 0.35ct Emerald 0.3ct Diamond solid 18K ØUS7.75/2.4gr
Located in SE
A German ring, Art- Deco period ca. 1920s - 1930s, hallmarked 18K . Metal is solid 18K White Gold. Openwork crown 15.5mm x 8.7mm x 4.5mm deep with natural princess cut Emerald 3.2...
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1930s German Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Victorian Coral Flower Necklace Antique Gold 24 Inch Hand Carved Coral Jump Ring
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a magnificent and very rare Antique Victorian - Art Deco Coral Necklace of hand carved Coral Beads in a Bamboo Flower Motif with eng...
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold

4.95 ct Turquoise Halo Cubic Zirconia Sterling Silver Tennis Bracelet for Women
Located in New York, NY
4.95 ct Turquoise Cubic Zirconia 925 Sterling Silver Tennis Bracelet. You shall need statement tennis bracelet to make a statement with your look. Each piece features dazzling cubic ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Turquoise, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver

Preloved 18ct White Gold Mariner Link Chain
Located in Brighton, GB
Preloved White Gold Chain 18ct White Gold Gorgeous Mariner Link Measures- Length Approx 16.5 inches Weight Approx 9.4g All of our items are either Antique, Vintage or Preloved...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Black and White Checkerboard Lucite Pierced Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
These lovely French Lucite pierced dangling earrings feature a geometric shape with a contrasting black and white checkerboard striped pattern, ornate with three black bead charms. T...
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1980s French Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Natural Myanmar Imperial Green Jade Drop Earrings - 18K White Gold with Diamonds
Located in Kowloon, HK
These exquisite drop earrings are handcrafted with ten stunning imperial green jade cabochons, beautifully accented by sparkling diamonds. The elegant design showcases a graceful dan...
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2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Jade, White Gold

1.65 Carat Natural Loose Emerald Shape Gem For Engagement Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Emerald Weight: 1.65 Carats Dimensions: 8.6 x 6.4 x 4 Mm Origin: Swat Pakistan Shape: Emerald Color: Green Treatment: Non Certificate: On Demand The Swat Emerald, also known a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Emerald

Tiffany & Co. Platinum I Love You Wedding Band Ring 3mm
Located in Baltimore, MD
Tiffany & Co. Platinum I Love You Wedding Band Ring 3mm Metal: Platinum Weight: 4.18 grams Width: 3mm Size: 5 (US) Signed: ©Tiffany & Co. PT950 ADD F35000315
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Platinum

Ancient Greek 5th Century BC Bull Coin Sterling 18K Gold Mens Ring
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic, ancient Greek silver "Triobol" coin from the Phocian League 480 - 421 BC, features the head of a bull on one side and the goddess Artemis on the other. The Phocian Leag...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Classical Greek Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Set in 18K Gold, 2.14 carats natural Zambian Emerald & Diamonds Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Emerald Engagement Ring set in 18K Gold White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Emerald is 2.14 carats. The Emerald is completely natural, wit...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

5.05 Carat Natural Loose Blue Seafoam Tourmaline Cushion Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Blue Seafoam Tourmaline Weight: 5.05 Carat Dimension: 9.6 x 9.4 x 7.6 Mm Colour: Blue Seafoam Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand Shape: Cushion Tourmaline is...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Tourmaline

ROMAN signed bintage gold emerald green glass pendant enhancer designer necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed ROMAN • gold tone with glass stones • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear S...
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1980s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Tiffany & Co. HardWear Sterling Silver Ball Bead Bracelet
Located in Baltimore, MD
Tiffany & Co. HardWear Sterling Silver Ball Bead Bracelet Metal: Sterling silver Weight: 18.91 grams Width: 10mm Length: 7 inches Retail: $525 USD
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Earrings natural 1.6 ctw Sapphire Diamonds solid 18 White Gold /2.5gr
Located in SE
A pair of vintage dangles from ca. 1970s -1980s in solid 18K White Gold decorated with two pear cut natural Blue Sapphires 6 x 4 mm x 3.3 mm deep / ca 0.6ct each and two smaller ...
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1970s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Orloff of Denmark - 999. Fine Silver, Moebius Strip Bangle
Located in Hua Hin, TH
99% Fine silver bangle based on the Möbius strip; popularized by August Ferdinand Möbius and Johann Benedict Listing during their investigation on t...
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2010s Thai Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver

Signed Art Nouveau Krementz 14K Gold, Amethyst, Pearl & Enamel Lavalier Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine, antique Art Nouveau lavalier necklace. By Krementz & Co. In 14k gold. Centered on a pendant with enameled ribbon-work, a bezel-set oval cut amethyst gemstone, and a b...
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel

Bochic “Orient” Topaz & White South Pearls Earrings set 18K White Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Topaz & White South Pearls Earrings set 18K White Gold & Silver Natural White Topaz - 8 carats White South Sea Baroque Pearls The earrings from the "Orient" trav...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, White Gold, Silver

Antique Art Deco French Cut Natural Diamond & Green Emerald Eternity Band Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
Antique Art Deco French Cut Natural Diamond & Green Emerald Eternity Band Ring Metal: 14k yellow gold Diamonds: 10 french cut natural diamonds approx. 2.00 CTW F-G VS Weight: 3.48 g...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

Hermès 1980s Collier Gourmette ou Ceinture Sterling Silver Chain Necklace Hermes
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès necklace model Gourmette or Belt circa 1980 in solid silver, gourmette link closed by a pin buckle with safety. Total length open 47.5 cm (not including the buckle), weight 16...
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1980s French Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Angela Caputi Red and Gold Resin Choker Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This classic Angela Caputi resin choker necklace, made in Italy, works in red and gold contrast with an asymmetric building. It features chunky round beads with a massive gilded meta...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Jewelry & Watches

Mikimoto Cultured Pearl Strand with 18 Karat Yellow Gold Clasp
Located in Dallas, TX
This beauty measures 31.25 inches in length and is composed of 6.85 mm - 7.00 mm individually knotted, round cultured pearls.
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Ruby Rose Cut Diamond Snake Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a beautiful Victorian snake pin brooch crafted in 18K gold. Circa 1880. The piece features: - blue paste - rubies - rose cut diamonds Has a trombone clasp. Serpents were ...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold

1.7ct EGL-Certified Emerald-Cut Natural Unheated Sapphire – Medium Yellow-Green
Located in Lanham, MD
1.7ct EGL-Certified Emerald-Cut Natural Unheated Sapphire – Medium Yellow-Green Hue This 1.7-carat emerald-cut sapphire stands out as a rare, natural gemstone of exceptional quality...
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2010s African Artisan Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Blue Sapphire

Vintage gold enamel rhinestones small brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with enamel and rhinestones • vintage brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 43...
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1980s 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 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 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.

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