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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Style: Romantic
Style: Tudor
Rainbow Moonstone Heart Necklace in Gold One of a Kind in stock
Located in London, GB
Introducing our stunning 14K yellow gold moonstone heart necklace that comes on a wonderful handmade chain - the perfect short necklace (choker style) ...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Rainbow Moonstone, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Solid Gold Heart Shape Emerald & Diamond Thick Pinky Ring with Textured Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Heart cut natural emerald and round cut diamond ring in 14k solid gold. Set in a wide face heart motif bezel setting and textured ring shank. This wide shank ring is a 13mm width tha...
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2010s North American Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold

Handcrafted 18 Karat Gold Pink Tourmaline Diamond Heart Pendant Love Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini "Open your Heart" Collection Handcrafted 18 Karat Yellow Gold 5.2 Karat Pink Tourmaline 0.03 Diamond Heart Pendant Love Necklace The perfect gift for a special day, this is a gift she will remember forever and never take off. A timeless pink heart pendant...
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2010s Italian Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pink Sapphire & Diamond Halo Stud Earring in 18k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Stud earrings contain 2 finely matched round brilliant cut pink sapphires, 5.08tcw.. Surrounding pink sapphires are round brilliant diamonds creating a halo, totaling 3.08tcw. Diamon...
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21st Century and Contemporary Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, White Gold

18k Yellow Gold Diamond By The Yard Necklace
Located in NEW ORLEANS, LA
This dazzling diamond by the yard necklace is the perfect everyday jewelry piece to dress up or down. The necklace is set with round cut diamonds that weigh approximately 2.00 carats...
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21st Century and Contemporary Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1950s Aquamarine and Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in NEW ORLEANS, LA
A 1950s treasure. This bangle bracelet is set with pear and round cut aquamarines and old mine cut diamonds that weigh approximately 7.00 carats and 0.40 carats respectively. The ban...
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1950s Unknown Romantic Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Black Pearl Necklace Amethyst Blue Lace Agate Labradorite Turquoise Beads
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Long Black Pearl Necklace with a few contrasting Amethyst and Blue Lace Agate Beads and with small Grey Rainbow shimmering labradorite and mi...
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2010s American Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Labradorite, Black Pearl, Turquoise, Amethyst, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, ...

GIA Certified 1.50 Carat Very Light Pink Diamond Halo Pendant Ring
Located in PARIS, FR
We invite you to discover this majestic ring set with a pear-cut pink diamond of 1.50 carats GIA certified accented with colorless and pink diamonds of 2 carats in total. Versatile, ...
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2010s Asian Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold

14k White Gold, Sapphire, and Diamond Tennis Bracelet
Located in NEW ORLEANS, LA
This stunning sapphire and diamond bracelet is a piece to cherish for a lifetime. It is crafted in 14 karat white gold and features 17 oval cut blue sapphires with a total weight of ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Kenzo Paris Gilt Metal and Bronze Water Lily Flowers and Leaves Link Bracelet
Located in Atlanta, GA
This charming Kenzo Paris floral link bracelet features gilded metal and bronze, all carved and textured water lily flowers and leaves. The bracelet closes with an "S" shaped hook cl...
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1980s French Romantic Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gilt Metal, Bronze

Old gold brooch with diamond, ruby and sapphire, late 19th century
Located in Chorzów, PL
Unique old gold brooch with diamond, ruby and sapphire The brooch comes from Spain at the end of the 19th century Diamond: round shape with an "old" brilliant cut, approx. 0.03 ct ...
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1880s Spanish Tudor Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

Rossella Ugolini 18K Yellow Gold Earrings Tourmaline Peridot Dangle Earrings
Located in Rome, IT
Explore the enchanting allure of Rossella Ugolini's Design Collection, presenting 18K Yellow Gold Earrings inspired by the captivating natural hues found in Rome's iconic Villa Borg...
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2010s Italian Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Peridot, Rubelite, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Emerald Cut Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in NEW ORLEANS, LA
A spectacular three-stone sapphire and diamond vintage ring. The rich blue 7.59ctw emerald cut sapphire is supported by two trapezoid diamonds weighing 0.87 ctw and features a platin...
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20th Century Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire

Emerald White Diamond Eyes Snake Bangle Bracelet Gold Plated J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald White Diamond Eyes Snake Bangle Bracelet Gold Plated Brass Designer: J Dauphin Size 6.5 " Size Small/ Medium The snake is a symbol wrapped in mystery and power, shedding i...
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2010s American Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Gold Plate, Brass

Colar em Ouro 19.2k e 7 carats de citrinos ovais 8 x 10 mm
Located in Cascais, Lisboa
The Citrine stone brings the brightness of the sun, thus neutralizing negative energies and offering protection capable of helping the intuition of those who use it. In addition to ...
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2010s Portuguese Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Citrine, Gold

Green Emerald and Old Mine Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in NEW ORLEANS, LA
A necklace fit for a queen. This marvelous pendant necklace features oval cut green emeralds that weigh approximately 2.14 carats. The green emeralds are accentuated by old mine cut ...
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20th Century Unknown Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Glamorous 18k White Gold Multi-Strand Diamond Necklace
Located in NEW ORLEANS, LA
This necklace is the epitome of elegance and glamour. This beautiful 18 karat white gold multi-strand diamond necklace features 420 round diamo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Heart Shaped Ruby Ring with Marquise Diamond Accents in 18k white gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Heart Shaped Ruby Ring with Marquise Diamond and Round Diamond accents perfect gift for yourself or your loved ones. Product Specific...
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2010s Hong Kong Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Wild Orchid Brooch
Located in Dubai, AE
Ngg Jewelz Fleur Magnifique Collection Wild Orchid ; The flower symbolism associated with the orchid is love, beauty, refinement, many children, thoughtfulness and mature charm. ...
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2010s French Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold Plate, Bronze

Wild Orchid Brooch
Wild Orchid Brooch
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Vintage Mid Century White Gold Diamonds 0.75 Carat Pearls One Inch Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Vintage Mid Century 14 Karat White Gold Diamonds and Pearls 0.75 Carat Clip On Earrings - a timeless piece that exudes elegance and sophistication. These on...
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Mid-20th Century American Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

0.50 Carats Colombian Emerald Engagement Ring in White Gold with Round Diamonds
Located in Bradenton, FL
14K white gold diamond and emerald ring with 0.50 carats round cut genuine natural Colombian emerald set in prongs and 20 round cut diamonds in 0.39 carats, total weight, set in fine...
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2010s American Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

The Amphitrite Sapphire Drop Earrings - Silver
Located in Stoke-On-Trent, GB
Named after the Greek goddess of the ocean, Amphitrite, these sapphire earrings truly befits a mermaid. The centrepiece of the choker features an incredibly rare fan shaped yellow sapphire, reminiscent of Venus’s scallop shell in The Birth of Venus. The fan is held in a cluster of marquise blue spinels, pear shaped white sapphires and black moissanites...
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2010s European Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Silver

The Amphitrite Sapphire Drop Earrings - 10kt White Gold
Located in Stoke-On-Trent, GB
Named after the Greek goddess of the ocean, Amphitrite, these sapphire earrings truly befits a mermaid. The centrepiece of the choker features an incredibly rare fan shaped yellow sapphire, reminiscent of Venus’s scallop shell in The Birth of Venus. The fan is held in a cluster of marquise blue spinels, pear shaped white sapphires and black moissanites...
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2010s European Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sapphire, 10k Gold, White Gold

Black Pearl Labradorite Mid-Length Necklace with Gold Filled Clasp J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Pearl Labradorite Mid-Length Necklace with Gold Filled Clasp Length: Approximately Necklace 24" Hand made in Los Angeles Introducing the Black Pearl and Labradorite Mid-Le...
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2010s American Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Labradorite, Pearl, Black Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold-filled

Honeycomb Bee Ring in 14k Solid Gold with natural Orange Spessartite Garnet
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
Made to order Bee Ring, Honeycomb Ring in 14k Solid Gold with natural Orange Spessartite Garnet, Italian Gold Jewelry made in Italy....
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2010s Italian Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Garnet, 14k Gold

The Amphitrite Sapphire Drop Earrings - 18kt White Gold
Located in Stoke-On-Trent, GB
Named after the Greek goddess of the ocean, Amphitrite, these sapphire earrings truly befits a mermaid. The centrepiece of the choker features an incredibly rare fan shaped yellow sapphire, reminiscent of Venus’s scallop shell in The Birth of Venus. The fan is held in a cluster of marquise blue spinels, pear shaped white sapphires and black moissanites...
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2010s European Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Aquamarine Amethyst Pearl Choker Bead Necklace Gold Filled J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Aquamarine Amethyst Pearl Choker Bead Necklace Gold Filled J Dauphin Length: Necklace 16" Hand made in Los Angeles Exhibiting an innovative blend of timeless grace and contemporary cool, the Freshwater White Pearls, Aquamarine, and Amethyst Bead Choker...
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2010s American Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold-filled

Vhernier Rhodochrosite, Rock Crystal and Diamond Balloon Earclips
Located in Weston, MA
These whimsical pink balloons fly high in the sky! Made of macaroon-colored rhodochrosite layered over rock crystal. Diamonds decorate the 18k gold ribbon ties. One inch long 26 r...
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Late 20th Century Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rock Crystal, Rhodocrosite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. 14k Yellow Gold and Moonstone Bracelet
Located in Weston, MA
This elegant 1940s bracelet from Tiffany & Co. features three floral motif stations separated by leaf-shaped links. Each flower is composed of luminous cabochon moonstone petals acce...
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1940s American Romantic Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Moonstone, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bird of Paradise with Diamonds, 18 Karat Gold and Guilloché Enamel Brooch
Located in Crema, Cremona
This brooch, in 18 karat, yellow and white gold depicts a splendid tropical bird, and more specifically a Paradise Bird with green and red guilloché enamel decorations and small b...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

White Pearl Labradorite Blue Lace Agate Choker Necklace J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Pearl, Labradorite, and Blue Lace Agate Choker Necklace with Gold Filled Clasp Designer: J Dauphin Length: Necklace 16" Hand made in Los Angeles Introducing the White Pea...
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2010s American Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Agate, Labradorite, Gold-filled

Vintage Zodiac Symbol Wide Band 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Striking wide 14K yellow gold band ring with the signs of the Zodiac symbols around the perimeter framed by attractive foliate borders. Astrological jewe...
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20th Century Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Richard Kerr Hot Pink and Multicolor Heart Jeweled Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Richard Kerr designed these gorgeous clip-on earrings in the 1980s. They are made of his signature pave rhinestones. They feature an oversized heart shape covered with multicolor cr...
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1980s American Romantic Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Ruby and Diamond Heart Ring
Located in Weston, MA
A heart-shaped ring set with oval and pear-shaped ruby clusters accented by round brilliant-cut diamond surrounds. Ring is a size 6 11 pear and oval cut rubies weighing a total of ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Piaget Flower Diamond Ring
Located in PARIS, FR
Romantic Diamond Ring ornamented with a diamond flower. Made in 1970
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1970s French Romantic Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Green Emeralds Diamonds 18k Yellow Gold Handcrafted in Italy Frog Stud Earrings
Located in Rome, IT
These 18K Yellow Gold stud earrings are uniquely designed in the shape of adorable frogs with Diamonds eyes and adorned with stunning Emeralds. Handcrafted in Italy by Rossella Ugoli...
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2010s Italian Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Roman Onyx Intaglio and Yellow Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
A Roman onyx intaglio and yellow gold ring, the oval- shaped onyx measuring approximately 11 x 8.5 mm, depicting Dionysus leaning on a column and holding a kantharos, carved in 1st-2nd century AD, rub-over set in later yellow gold mount, testing as 20ct gold, circa 1830, head measuring 1.8x1.5cm, gross weight 11.6 grams. Finger size K 1/2 This exquisite antique intaglio ring...
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19th Century Italian Romantic Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Rose Quartz 3-strand Sterling Necklace
Located in Boston, MA
Lovely 3-strand sterling + rose quartz vintage necklace. About 16" long. Can't make out the stamp on necklace - it is tested 925 sterling. At selection-coste here on 1stdibs, we love...
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1970s Unknown Romantic Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pink Spinel, Diamond and 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Weston, MA
2.92 Carat Deep Pink Spinel 18k Yellow Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Spinel, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Heart Shaped CZ Garnet & 10K Gold Hoop Earrings - U.S. - Circa 1980's
Located in Chatham, CA
Vintage pair of heart shaped Cubic Zirconia garnet and 10K yellow gold hoop earrings - featuring three prong set CZ garnets to each hoop - signed on each hoop wire (unidentified make...
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Late 20th Century American Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

10k Gold

Zoe Coste Paris Romantic Enamel Clip Earrings with Dangle Butterfly
Located in Atlanta, GA
Zoe Coste Paris designed those lovely dangling clip-on earrings. The composition is built with gilt metal flowers, butterflies, and fruits ornate with white, red, and green enamel. T...
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1980s French Romantic Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Enamel, Gilt Metal

Medal Pendant Necklace Opal Aquamarine Greek Dove Gold Plated
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Greek Dove Medal Pendant Necklace Prong Set Opal and Marquis Aquamarine 10 Karat Gold Plated Brass Designer: J Dauphin Material: Both Medal and Chain is 10k Gold Plated Brass Desig...
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2010s American Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Aquamarine, Opal, Gold Plate, Brass

18k Gold Bolivian Ametrine Taj Mahal Intaglio Undercarving Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
18 karat gold bolivian ametrine taj mahal intaglio undercarving diamond unique cocktail ring Introducing the one-of-a-kind Ametrine Taj Mahal Ring, a m...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Antique Sapphire and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in NEW ORLEANS, LA
Spectacular round cut diamonds and round cut sapphires sparkle in these elegant 18 karat white gold drop style earrings. Featuring French style backs, the earrings contain 4.30 carat...
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20th Century Unknown Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold

Dainty 10k Tanzanite Opal Ring
Located in Webster, SD
This stunning estate ring features a 3x5 oval cut, white opal accented by 6 pear cut tanzanites. The face of the ring measures 1/2 inch from knuckle to knuckle. The ring is 10K yello...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Romantic Jewelry & Watches

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Opal, Tanzanite, 10k Gold

Guy Laroche Gilt Metal Butterfly Clip Earrings with Pink Pearl
Located in Atlanta, GA
These elegant Guy Laroche Paris butterfly clip-on earrings feature an oversized dangling shape with a carved and textured gilt metal butterfly, ornat...
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1990s French Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Pate De Verre Multicolor Flower Cuff
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A unique cuff made with extraordinary craft in the Gripoix technique of Pate de Verre or poured glass. Made by the former artisans of the House of Gripoix. Handmade,a process used fo...
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2010s French Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Beating Heart Pendant, Rubies and Emeralds, Silver
Located in Stoke-On-Trent, GB
Ruby love, the heart is the centre of our emotions. Our inspiration for the beating heart pendant draws on tumultuous, passionate relationships. Rubies are for raw emotion, passion...
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2010s European Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Silver

GRS Certified 1.64 Ct Natural Padparadscha Sapphire Diamond 14K White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
If you’re looking for a ring that is all about elegance, then this ring is the one for you. The Padparadscha Sapphire is one of the rarest colored sapphires on earth. You can now own...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Padparadscha Sapphire , Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage Diamond Midcentury Cocktail White Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Vintage fourteen karat white gold midcentury cocktail, cluster, engagement diamond ring Ring size 6.5 Center diamonds weighing 0.22 carats Six side diamonds weighing 0.18 carats Top of the ring measuring 6mm wide, 0.23 inch Ring can be resized Fine jewelry may become more financially valuable as the years go by. The jewel becomes a personal emblem with emotional attachment. Vintage jewelry by its nature holds more importance and value than brand new jewelry
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Mid-20th Century American Romantic Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Beating Heart Pendant, Green Emerald Heart and Marquise Blue Sapphires, 10kt
Located in Stoke-On-Trent, GB
Story: A classic symbol of love, the heart is the centre of our emotions. Our inspiration for the beating heart pendants come from the way that colours can represent our feelings & ...
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2010s European Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Silver

Estate Akoya Pearl Rose Quartz 14k White Gold Multi-Strand Statement Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Stunning dramatic statement necklace of black, aubergine, green, blue and silver Akoya pearls and faceted natural pink quartz pendants with a 14K w...
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20th Century Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Quartz, 14k Gold, White Gold

Red Camelia Polymer Earrings with golplated silver closure
Located in Bilbao, ES
Red Camelia Polymer Clay Earrings with golplated silver closure Diameter: 4 cm Weight: 16 grams Color Red Handmade Pradera Fashion Division is specialized in European Fashio...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver

Christian Dior GROSSE 1958 Vintage Swirl Twist Fan Blade Triangle Gold Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. Very light scratches or colour loss, barely noticeable. 100% Genuine. A unique piece. This is gold plated stylised brooch. Safety-catch pin closure, signed Gros...
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1950s German Romantic Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Ruby and Diamond Heart Earrings
Located in Weston, MA
Heart-shaped ear clips are set with oval and pear-shaped ruby clusters accented by round brilliant-cut diamond surrounds. 26 pear and oval cut rubies weighing a total of approximat...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Carat White Gold Solitaire Style Ring Set with Diamonds , 1900 Style
Located in VERSAILLES, FR
Bague en or 18 carats ornée au centre d’un diamant de taille brillant pesant 0.25 carat environ. Il est griffé par 6 griffes donnant l’illusion de double griffes. Ces griffes reposen...
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20th Century French Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Christian Lacroix Paris, long clip-on earrings with a velvet heart, 1980/90s
Located in Stuttgart, DE
About Hanging ear clip by Ch. Lacroix Paris consisting of 2 parts. The upper part with a large, slightly lavender colored cut rhinestone with 2 handmade pearls on the site. Hanging o...
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1980s French Romantic Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

Solitaire Ring Emerald Oval Shape Diamonds White Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
Discover this magnificent French ring topped with an exceptional oval emerald, set with 12 sparkling diamonds, all designed in 18-carat white gold. This exceptional piece embodies el...
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20th Century French Romantic Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k 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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