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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Period: 1950s
Period: 18th Century
Vintage Norwegian Silver and Enamel Bracelet Made in 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
This bracelet is crafted with a series of leaf-shaped links, each featuring detailed, realistic engravings that mimic the intricate veins and contours of leaves. The leaves are made ...
Category
1950s Norwegian Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Silver, Enamel
9.00 Carat Natural Pearl And Old European Cut Diamond Pin
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style with our Natural Pearl and Old European Cut Diamond Pin, a true embodiment of vintage glamour and sophistication. This exquisite accessory features a luminous Natu...
Category
18th Century Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Handmade Tibet Bracelet with Carved Ganesha
Located in Plainsboro, NJ
Discover serenity and style with our Divine Lord Ganesh Tibetan/Nepalese Bracelet, a harmonious blend of spirituality and craftsmanship. Featuring hand-carved Lord Ganesh stone, nes...
Category
1950s Asian Artisan Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Vintage 1955 Solid Gold Kentucky Derby Large Horse Trophy Pendant Charm
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1955 14k Yellow Gold Kentucky Derby Horse Trophy Form Charm, measuring 1 3/8 inches in height, 1/2 inch wide and weighing 12.5 Grams. This very Unique piece is incredibly wel...
Category
1950s American Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold
Gold Cobalt Blue Enamel Brooch Pendant Pearl Necklace with Diamond Accents
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Antique style estate piece of 10 karat Rose Gold and Cobalt Blue Enamel Pin Pendant with Pearl and Diamond Accents. This celestial brooch sits on a th...
Category
1950s American Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
Gold Cross and Fire Enamel
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Unisex Gold Cross pendant with fire enamel technique. Measures: 5 cm in length (including ring) and 3,2 cm in width. This pendant is in excellent condition. Ref.:D359568JC
Category
1950s European Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Mid-Century 14K White Gold Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One mid-century diamond cluster, leaf and floral motif designer ring in 14K white gold featuring 39 old mine cut and rose cut diamonds totaling 1.42 ct. with J-K color and VS-2 clari...
Category
1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold Amethyst and Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One pair of mid-century 14K white gold amethyst and diamond dangle earrings with 8 pear and oval amethysts weighing 5 ct. in total with 114 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 2.65...
Category
1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s Signed Boucher Goldtone & Pave Rhinestone Heart Clip Back Earrings
Located in Easton, PA
Early 1950s textured goldtone pave clear rhinestone clip back earrings. Marked "Boucher" with inventory number "5370." Measure: 1 inches tall by 13/16 inches wide. Condition: Very go...
Category
1950s American Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
18ct Gold Carnelian Signet Ring, 1958
Located in Glasgow, GB
An 18ct yellow gold signet ring, unengraved, set with a carnelian. Hallmarked by the London assay office, marked '18' for 18 carat gold, with date letter 'C' for 1958.
• Period: Mid...
Category
1950s British Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-Century 14K White Gold Diamond Floral Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One mid-century diamond floral motif brooch in 14K white gold featuring 106 round brilliant cut diamonds totaling 10.33 ct. with F-G color and VS-1 clarity.
Metal: 14K White Gold
Ge...
Category
1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Mid-Century 14K White Gold Diamond Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One mid-century diamond wreath motif brooch in 14K white gold featuring 83 round brilliant cut diamonds totaling 13.05 ct. with F-G color and VS-1 clarity.
Metal: 14K White Gold
Gem...
Category
1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Midcentury Platinum Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Midcentury platinum ring, set with center 8.2 x 7.25 x 3.1mm ruby, and approx. 1.50ctw in diamonds. Ring size 5.75, top is 11mm wide. Tested platinum. Weight of the piece - 4.4 grams.
Category
1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
One Victorian Revival Emerald Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Platinum Cluster Ring.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Victorian Revival Emerald Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Platinum Cluster Ring. Featuring one round brilliant cut emerald weighing approximately 1.00 carat. Accented by 12 round brillia...
Category
1950s Victorian Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Signed Napier Goldtone Green Moonglow Beaded Bracelet
By Napier
Located in Easton, PA
1950s goldtone filigree with green resin moonglow beaded two strand bracelet with fold over clasp. Marked "Napier." Measures: 8 5/8 inches long by 15/16 inches wide. Condition: Very ...
Category
1950s American Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Engraved Carnelian 9 Carat Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This signet ring holds a glossy carnelian stone engraved with. prancing Lion surrounded by 9 carat yellow gold. Fully Hallmarked Birmingham 1954.
Size: K 1/2 or 5 1/2
Stone Dimensi...
Category
1950s British Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Carnelian, Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgian Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming diamond ring dating back to the Georgian period. The head of this dainty antique piece has been crafted from a rich 18ct yellow gold with ornately curvaceous ...
Category
18th Century Georgian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Turtle Shell Fan
Located in Hong Kong, HK
It is assumed to be vintage French (Brise) fan from 1875 - 1889
Period: 1870 - 1900
This tortoiseshell fan is a rare collector's piece that originated in Europe.
It is from Fren...
Category
18th Century French Artisan Antique Jewelry & Watches
Brooch in the shape of a proud poodle, set with rhinestones, signed BSK copyrigh
By BSK
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Brooch in the shape of a proud poodle, set with rhinestones, signed BSK copyright.
Made in the US 1950's
Dimensions
Hight 4.5 cm x W 3cm, Deep 1 cm
Very good condition
Category
1950s American Artist Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Base Metal
Original 1955 Earrings in Gold and Diamonds
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Women's Yellow Gold Earrings 20x Brilliant Cut Diamonds, total weight approx. 0.22 cts Omega Clasp 18kt Yellow Gold 3.80 grams Measures: 15mm long These earrings are in excelle...
Category
1950s European Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Georgian Pinchbeck Chandelier Torpedo Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
A magnificent example of history, these long beautifully granulated chandelier earrings are set with amethysts from early c. 1790 and were made in the United Kingdom. They are light on the ear and completely original other than the shepherd hooks which are easier to insert rather than the back to front hooks.. Antique earrings are dear and rare to find in original condition, as many have lost the top section. These earrings superb quality, decorated with tiny orbs of gold ( granulation) applied on the long stem part. Father time knows how granulation adhered without glue or solder. The top and lowest section are engraved in repousse, the method of engraving where the gold sheet is pushed out into a design from the back creating volume and dimension. Floral designs cover the bottom inch of the earrings.
The magical secret of Pinchbeck is that no expertise was spared in its creation, rather it took a master of alchemy and ingenuity to create the gold metal formula. Pinchbeck was that alchemist. He was a British Watchmaker. He concentrated on making the first fine gold metal that was not actually gold but became as valuable. He and his son were the only living to know the formula, a marvelous gold metal that never tarnishes, is a comfortable weight and is strong and durable. It became sought after by royalty and jewelry lovers throughout the world. Made only for a short period, it is valuable, desirable and precious. Later gold filled and gold plated jewelry does not match the beauty. Pinchbeck jewelry...
Category
Late 18th Century British Georgian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Amethyst, Pinchbeck
1958 Toi et Moi Ring natural 2.5 ctw. Rubellite 18K Gold US4.25/ 2.35gr
Located in SE
Toi et Moi Ring featuring twisted frame in solid 18K Reddish Gold with two bezel set cabochon cut natural Red Rubellite / Tourmalines Ø 6 mm x 4 mm deep / 1.25 ct. each. Total weight...
Category
1950s Swedish Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Rubelite, 18k Gold
Vintage Mid Century Platinum Cabochon Emerald 1.90 Carat Diamond 0.40 Ring
Located in New York, NY
Vintage mid-century engagement ring sounds absolutely stunning.
Design Era: The ring belongs to the mid-century period, suggesting a design aesthetic popularized between the 1930s an...
Category
1950s American Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage Signed Ciner Goldtone Faux-Turquoise Rhinestone Flower Clip Earrings
By Ciner
Located in Easton, PA
1950s goldtone and faux-turquoise clip back earrings. Marked "Ciner." Measure: 1.13 L x 0.69 W inches. Excellent condition.
Ciner is a company out of New York City, which was found...
Category
1950s American Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Rare Antique Muff Chain 20k gold
Located in Stockholm, SE
Indulge in the timeless elegance of this Rare Antique Muff Chain 20k gold, a stunning testament to the craftsmanship of the early 19th century. The centerpiece of this exceptional pi...
Category
Early 18th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgian Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderful example of Georgian craftsmanship. This multi-layered cluster ring features an oval shaped rose cut diamond at the centre which is circulated by a slightly s...
Category
18th Century Georgian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Pink Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Handcraft Leaves 9 Karat Yellow Gold Coral Drop Earrings
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Coral, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lapis Lazuli, Enamel and Diamond Earrings
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Vintage vintage earrings with fire enamel 2x Brilliant cut diamonds weighing 0.06ct. and 2x cabochon cut lapis lazuli Omega clasp 18kt Yellow Gold 4.56 grams Measures: 2.0cm lon...
Category
1950s European Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Tiffany & Co. Yellow Gold Jewelry Box
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautiful Tiffany and co gold jewelry box made in 15 carat yellow gold. This jewelry box is gorgeous and unique.
Measurements: length : 6.5 inch
width : 3.5 inch
depth :...
Category
1950s American Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
15k Gold
Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond and Turquoise Cocktail Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A vivacious Victorian style cocktail ring centered by a pure, lustrous Persian turquoise oval cabochon surrounded by a delightful dozen old mine cut diamonds. The rich patina of the ...
Category
1950s Victorian Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Circa 1950s Deep Blue Sapphire Toi Et Moi Ring 18 Carat Rose Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Me and you, you and me and me and thee. We have named our Toi Et Moi Ring Primrose. Crafted in 18 carat rose gold with two midnight ocean sapphires she is a sweet gift for the one y...
Category
1950s Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Mid-Century 3.95 CTW Diamond Platinum Vintage Ballerina Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old mine cut diamond weighing approximately 0.51 carat - H color with VS2 clarity
Prong set with a double halo surround of round brilliant and tapered baguette cut diamo...
Category
1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Amethysts, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Category
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Georgian crowned diamond heart ring from turn of the century 18th/19th century.
Located in Malmö, SE
Georgian crowned heart ring from turn of the century 18th/19th century, circa 1780 – 1810. Making this ring some 240 years old! Decorated w...
Category
Late 18th Century European Georgian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Silver, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Mid-Century Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Fanning Floral Vintage Dinner Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a fanning floral motif with a pierced radial form
Featuring old European and transitional cut diamonds
Bezel set in center and bead set on petals
Weighing approximately 0...
Category
1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Georg Jensen 1958 Rare Nanna Ditzel Model 126 Hoop Earrings In .925 Sterling
Located in Miami, FL
Hoops-earrings designed by Nanna Ditzel for Georg Jensen.
These are a very rare sculptural pair of hoops earrings, created in Denmark at the Georg Jensen Studios by Nanna Ditzel, b...
Category
1950s Danish Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage Hollywood Deco Inspired Paste Necklace 1950s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Hollywood Deco Paste Necklace. Sublime cocktail style and a forever piece of mid century heritage.
A British costume jewellery company, Hollywood was founded over a century...
Category
1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Vintage Crown Trifari Tutti Fruity Fruit Salad White Acorn Clip Earrings
By Trifari
Located in Easton, PA
Circa early 1950s white rhinestone acorns with clear round rhinestone accents clip earrings. Marked crown "Trifari." Measure: 7/8 inches long by 7/8 inches wide. Condition: Very goo...
Category
1950s American Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Jade and Coral Holly Brooch
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1950s, 14k, Vienna, Austria. This naturalistic sprig of holly has jade leaves and coral berries. Finely fashioned in fourteen-karat yellow gold, this brooch is a wearable size ...
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Coral, Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Handcraft 9 Karat Yellow Gold Coral Pine Cone Drop Earrings
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Coral, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Omega Constellation 18K yellow gold Automatic Wristwatch Ref 2700 SC
By Omega
Located in Surfside, FL
VIntage Omega Constellation automatique 17 Jewels watch in 18K yellow gold on black crocodile strap. 35 mm case size with sweep seconds. Ref 2700 SC. Circa 1958. Fine Pre-owned Omega...
Category
1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-Century Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Double Row Vintage Buckle Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering two parallel rows of single cut diamonds channel set to front
Weighing approximately 0.20 carat total - H/I color with VS2 clarity
Flanked by pierced buckle motif shoulder...
Category
1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-Century 0.80 CTW Old European Diamond Platinum Heart Vintage Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old European cut diamond weighing approximately 0.71 carat
K color with SI1 clarity - prong set in a pierced heart motif basket
Flanked by split cathedral arrow motif s...
Category
1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Rolex Oyster Perpetual stainless steel Automatic Wristwatch Ref 6565
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual in stainless steel with refinished dial and added modern Jubilee bracelet. Auto w/ sweep seconds. 34 mm case size. Ref 6565. Circa 1955 *Bank Wire Only...
Category
1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel, Steel
French 1950s Ceylon Star Sapphire Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat white gold, eagle head hallmark and platinum, dog head hallmark.
A vintage ring, its white gold setting is formed of gold wires each terminating at the top in a 4-pr...
Category
1950s French Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Star Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, White Gold, 1...
An 18 Carat Gold and Jasper Egg Pendant
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat and jaspis egg box pendant with 18 carat gold mounting, the edges around and the hinge with which the box opens are engraved with leaves, France, 18th century.
weight...
Category
Late 18th Century French Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Jasper, Gold, 18k Gold
Georgian Style Rose Cut Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful, 18ct yellow gold, rose cut diamond ring. The ring is in a Georgian style and the band features wonderful foliate detail. Although the band is 18ct yellow gold th...
Category
18th Century Georgian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
1950s GIA 2.42 Carats Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage GIA 2.42 carat diamond platinum engagement ring, circa 1950s.
The Vintage GIA 2.42 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring is a timeless piece of jewelry that exudes elegance...
Category
1950s Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
One Pair of Mid-Century Diamond White Gold Clip On Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Pair of Mid-Century Diamond White Gold Clip On Earrings. Featuring six marquise, 11 round brilliant, 12 pear cut, and 36 baguette cut diamonds with a total weight of approximatel...
Category
1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, White Gold
Retro 9K Rose Gold Pearl Clip on Earrings. Shell & Foliate Motif. Original Box.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
These Retro Clip on Earrings were retailed by Dunklings –
Renowned Melbourne jeweller –
Meticulously crafted in 9K Rose Gold,
this pair is retro, dating from 1950’s
Each ...
Category
1950s Australian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Pearl
Universal Genève Polerouter 20217-5 1955
Located in London, GB
A truly fine example of the iconic Universal Genève Polerouter, this model is the 20217-5 version automatic bumper dating back to around 1955 by the serial number. Its been very well...
Category
1950s British Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Steel
Pair of French 18k Gold and Turquoise Foliate Rings
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1950s, 18k, by Amiel, Paris, France. This pair of French rings is set with bright turquoise and features wonderful hand-tooled decorations. Vintage chic at its fifties best, th...
Category
1950s French Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Coral, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Torchon Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Beautiful torchon necklace...
Category
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
LeCoultre Mystery14k white gold & ostrich Manual Wristwatch Ref 727-722-103D
By 08sircus
Located in Surfside, FL
Vacheron Constantin LeCoultre Mystery Galaxy in 14k white gold & ostrich. Manual. 33 mm case size. Ref 727-722-103D. Fine Pre-owned LeCoultre Watch.
Certified preowned Vintage LeCo...
Category
1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
14k Gold, White Gold
DeMario Emerald Cabochon Flower Ear Clips
By DeMario
Located in New York, NY
Chaming DeMario Emerald Cabochon Flower Ear Clips from the 1950's. Emerald glass cab is surrounded by gilt leaves hand sewn with rose montee crystals. Clip back fittings. 1". 1950's ...
Category
1950s American Artisan Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Gilded Swirl Link Choker Necklace With Amber Bead Dangles By Napier, 1950s
By Napier
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century
- 14" - 16" adjustable chain
- Links are 1.25" wide
- Gold plated hardware
- Amber-colored glass faceted ...
Category
1950s American Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Movado Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Calendomatic Automatic Wristwatch
By Movado
Located in Firenze, IT
SHIPPING POLICY:
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Made circa 1950
Cal. G225 bumper ...
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold, Steel
Vintage Universal Geneve 18k Pink Gold Wristwatch
Located in Montreal, QC
Universal Geneve 18k pink gold men's wristwatch, case #10959-1027889. Measures 39mm x 29mm, 15 jewels and manual wind movement, caliber 264, acrylic crystal...
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k 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 houses — Tiffany & Co., Cartier, BVLGARI and others — have evolved over time, humans still gravitate toward many of the same accessories that our ancestors wore.
Ancient Egyptians were often hard at work designing jewelry and adorning themselves with an array of necklaces, rings and other items, and nearly every Egyptian, rich or poor, was buried with some kind of jewelry. When King Tut’s burial chamber was excavated, it revealed a sense of style that inspired Art Deco jewelry designs.
Brooches and pins remain essentials in our jewelry boxes, although we no longer require them to fasten our garments, as was once their primary use. Rings, which have always been signifiers of eternity, still serve as romantic gifts and tokens of affection. Engagement rings are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment — and as it can be difficult to choose the right one, explore our buying guides for a close look at antique engagement rings, Art Deco engagement rings and vintage engagement rings. [Fun fact: It wasn’t until the 14th century that we learned how to effectively cut diamonds, a critical step in revealing the stone’s brilliance.]
Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C. We’ve even created our own new, sacred symbols — the Cartier Love bracelet, for example, with its distinctive locking mechanism, is an understated and modernist symbol of love’s promise (with its own captivating history to boot). And, crafted by French jeweler Jacques Arpels of Van Cleef & Arpels, the Magic Alhambra necklace channels luck for the wearer with its universally adored design, which is informed by four-leaf clovers, a plant synonymous with good fortune.
Whether it’s our sentimental charm jewelry, costume jewelry, chunky retro bracelets or minimalist earrings created by 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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