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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Period: 1950s
Period: 1940s
Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderful sapphire and diamond ring crafted at a time when the Art Deco style was at the height of design. A single round brilliant cut diamond sits slightly risen at ...
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1940s Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold

Coral 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
Incredible 18k gold necklace made with cherubs depicting faces and angels in the circular part, while the sculpture in the central part depicts a beautiful reclining Venus supporting...
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1940s European Artisan Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Coral 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
Spectacular necklace made of 14 kt gold and engraved natural coral, period workmanship from the second half of the twentieth century. The smallest corals depict in the highest part ...
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1950s European Artisan Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Coral 14 Karat Yellow Gold Choker Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
Choker necklace made at the beginning of the twentieth century in 14 Kt yellow gold mounted with spectacular coral cherubs depicting many small angels. A necklace that entirely refl...
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1950s European Artisan Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Benrus Military Style Wrist Watch with Leather Bund Strap
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Enjoy this neat post WWII Benrus Military BH-11 Style Steel Men's Wrist Watch. In case size 31.5mm, the dial has a combination of Arabic numerals and matchstick markers with a sweep ...
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1940s Swiss Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Framed 18 Karat gold Portrait of Lady in White Dress Wearing Jewelry Signed HIL
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Framed 18 Karat gold Portrait of a Lady in Jewels Size: 1 7/8 inch by 1 1/2 inch Weight: 15.5 gram Frame Material: Tested and marked '18K' Country of origin: Unknown Hallmarks: Sign...
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1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold

Art Deco 1940s Diamond and White Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive Art Deco 0.06 carat diamond and 14 karat white gold drop style pendant; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressive di...
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1940s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Ring in 18Kt White Gold, Pearl and Diamonds
Located in Cattolica, IT
A vintage, 1950s-era ring made of 18 kt white gold weighing 4.80 grams. The design of this jewelry is typical of its era, the Diamonds are arranged in a frame so as to further bring ...
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1950s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

Vintage Emerald And Old Mine Cut Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Cairo, EG
Vintage 14k gold ring centered with cobochon natural green emerald in pear shape cut flanked with 2 old mine cut diamonds estimate 1 carat ring was made during the soviet perioud 194...
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1940s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Mid-Century Sapphire 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Opening Envelope Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized envelope with a striated textured surface One side features a blank stamp, and the other a hinged flap Accented by a bezel set round cut sapphire "seal" Weigh...
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1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Wide Braided Band Sapphire and Diamond 18k Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A wide band yellow gold vintage cocktail ring with a distinctive braided rope pattern embellished with vibrant sapphires and twinkling diamonds. An heirloom from the 1940s Retro era ...
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1940s Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940's Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Vintage Cocktail Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This 1940s vintage diamond cocktail ring is a captivating and elegant piece of jewelry that reflects the glamour and style of the era. The centerpiece of the ring are dazzling round ...
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1940s Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Mid-Century Emerald Cut Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an emerald cut diamond weighing approximately 0.40 carat total - J color with VS2 clarity Bead set in an octagonal form head with a pierced arch motif basket Completed by t...
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1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Retro Transitional Diamond 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Vintage Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a transitional cut diamond weighing approximately 0.35 carat total - G color with VS2 clarity Bead set in a dimensional pyramid-style square form head with pierced arch mot...
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1940s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

RETRO - ring with garnet 14k pink gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14kt pink gold band ring set with tourmaline - ring size U.S. 5.25 - EU. 16 (50) detailed description the front of the ring is 1.3 cm wide weight: 9.3 gr The gold content is slig...
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1950s Dutch Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold

Imposing Tank Bracelet 18 Carat Yellow Gold, circa 1940
Located in Paris, FR
Important Tank bracelet from the 1940s in 18 kt (750/000) yellow gold made up of three rows of articulated geometric links, ratchet clasp, safety chain. Eagle head hallmark for 18 c...
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1940s French Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

William Ruser 1950 Cocktail Ring 18kt Gold Platinum with Natural Pearl & Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
Cocktail ring with natural pearl designed by William Ruser. Beautiful cocktail ring, created in Beverly Hill California back in the 1950 by the jewelry designer William Ruser, back in the 1950. This ring is rare and has been crafted with a free form design in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with accents in .900/.999 platinum and .100/.999 Iridium for the settings of the diamonds. It is embellished with a natural river pearl from America and very fine diamonds. Diamonds: Mounted in four-prongs settings, with 11 round brilliant cut diamonds, 0.89 carats, white colorless F/G color, VS-2 clarity. Gemstones: Mount in the center, with 1 free form natural white pearl from American rivers. Weight: 11.25 Grams, (7.22 Dwt). Size: 7, can be sized and is fitted inside the shank with a spring sizer. Measurements: 17 mm by 23 mm (0.67 x 0.91 Inches) and raise 11 mm over the finger. Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark, the marks for he assay of the platinum and the gold and signed, "18KT RUSER 10% IRID PLAT". William Ruser, was an American designer and very well-known Beverly Hills jeweler. He started his career at the firm of Trabert & Hoeffer-Mauboussin in Atlantic City New Jersey, before being transferred to manage their Los Angeles location in the 1930’s. In 1947, he and his wife opened their eponymous boutique on Rodeo drive. While keeping traditional diamond and precious gemstone merchandise in stock, the Ruser's specialty was baroque, freshwater pearl jewelry. In the 1930’s, Ruser had bought several shoeboxes full of these oddly shaped, American pearls...
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1950s American Post-War Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gol...

Retro Diamond Platinum 14k Yellow Gold Ring Set
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Retro Diamond Platinum 14k Yellow Gold Ring Set. Featuring one old European cut diamond weighing approximately 0.50 carat, graded H color, VS2 clarity. Accented by 18 single cut ...
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1940s Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

18 k yellow gold tank ring - rose cut diamond ring - estate bulky bow jewelry
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this lovely bulky Rose Cut diamond ring. This Tank ring is made in 18 k Yellow gold and marked with an 18k mark. This type of ring is called a Tank ring thanks to to the ...
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1940s European Post-War Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Vintage 1950s 2.68 Carat Cabochon Cut Star Ruby Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive 2.68 carat pink star ruby and 0.08 carat diamond, 15 karat yellow gold solitaire style cocktail ring; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry...
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1950s Unknown Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Star Ruby, Ruby, Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pearls, Rubies, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Hot Air Balloon Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE TO ITEMS WITH FIX PRICE, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Amazing hot air balloon earrings...
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Mid-Century 1.50 CTW Marquise Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Vintage Cluster Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a marquise cut diamond weighing approximately 0.48 carat total - I color with SI1 clarity Bezel set and flanked by clusters of old European cut diamonds in joined recessed ...
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1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

French 1950's 18 Karat Gold Platinum Emerald Diamond Ruby Bird Pendant Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized bird perched on a swing in the center of a textured gold disk Bird is dimensional and double-sided with a fluted gold body and fanning tail Featuring prong s...
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1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

International Watch Schaffausen
By IWC
Located in Sežana, SI
Step back in time with this stunning IWC Schaffausen timepiece from the 1940s. Featuring a round 18k gold case with unique shaped lugs, a silver dial in excellent condition, and a m...
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1940s Swiss Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold

DeMario Emerald Cabochon Flower Ear Clips
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 ...
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1950s American Artisan Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Mid-Century GIA 1.03 Carat Marquise Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Mid-Century GIA 1.03 Carat Marquise Cut Diamond Platinum Ring. Featuring one GIA marquise cut diamond of 1.03 carats, graded F color, VS1 clarity. Accented by two tapered baguett...
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1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Amber, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Retro Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Amber, Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Magnificent High-Karat Gold Earrings c1950s India
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1950s, 22k, Mumbai, India. These gorgeous fifties Mogul-style earrings are exquisitely detailed, visually dynamic folkloric jewelry. At almost 5 inches long, their look seamle...
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1950s Indian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 22k Gold

RETRO - Brooch with pearl and diamonds 14k bicolour gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k bicolor gold brooch set with pearl and brilliant cut diamonds. 0.48ct - F/G - VS/SI detailed description: The size of the brooch is 2.6 cm by 2.5 cm wide Weight 6.0 grams Occ...
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1950s Dutch Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual, Ref 6084, 14K gold case
Located in Sežana, SI
Check out this stunning Rolex Oyster Perpetual, Ref 6084 with a 14K gold case. 100% genuine and all original, fully inspected, serviced, and guaranteed. This carefully owned and co...
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1950s Swiss Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Cameo Coral Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
Crafted with a passion for tradition and a keen eye for detail, this enchanting pendant is a testament to the timeless beauty of hand-carved craftsmanship. The pendant features a str...
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1950s Italian Artisan Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Pearl Ring in 18 carat Yellow gold circa 1950-60 twisted work
Located in Paris, FR
Vintage 18 kt yellow gold ring and a pearl circa 1960 A cultured pearl diameter 5 mm in the center of a basket. Twist work on the basket and top of the ring. Very good general condi...
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1950s French Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cameo, Blue Sapphires, Emeralds, Diamonds, 9 Karat Gold and Silver Retro Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Diamond, Diamond, Silver, Rose Gold, 9k Gold

Retro 18k/Platinum Sapphire + Diamond Line Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
An attractive line bracelet from the late Retro (ca1940s) era! Crafted in platinum and 18k yellow gold, this beautiful bracelet boasts diamonds and sapphires that together create a f...
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1940s Unknown Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Square Jaeger Le Coultre ref. 1900
Located in Sežana, SI
A beautiful Jaeger LeCoultre classic wristwatch crafted in 18kt gold. This wristwatch is in good conditions and works properly. Completely original with the JLC logo on the dial an...
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1950s Swiss Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

1950s Old Pawn Sterling Silver Turqouise Cuff Bracelet
Located in Wallkill, NY
Old Pawn Sterling Silver Bracelet. The craftsmanship is outstanding. Large Turquoise stone set in sterling. Large Bubble circles flanking the stone Cuff measures- 1 in wide 1.25 in ...
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1950s American Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Amethyst Topaz Diamond Ruby Emeralds Sapphire Pearls Gold and Silver Bracelet
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, 9k Gold, Rose ...

1950's Vintage 4.53 CTW Thai Ruby Diamond Platinum Burst Cluster Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval cut ruby weighing 2.17 carats - transparent medium purplish red in color Natural Thai in origin - set with tab-like prongs with a clustered burst motif halo Compri...
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1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Vintage Circa 1950s 14k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond And Cabochon Ruby Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 4.7 grams. Totally is rose cut diamond 0.02 ct. Totally is ruby 0.10 ct. Ring size is US 6.5 We can make any size. Please contact for any que...
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1950s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Art Deco 1940s 18K Gold & Platinum 4.78tgw Sapphire and Diamond Tank Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An Art Deco sapphire, diamond, platinum, and yellow gold ring, comprising one oval cut blue sapphire, and eleven old mine cut and Peruzzi cut diamonds, set in platinum, to a band of ...
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1940s Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Platinum Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in Big Bend, WI
Platinum Australian black opal and diamond ring. This is a natural black opal weighing .45cts and measuring about 7.7mm x 5.5mm. The opal has a dark navy blue body color with primari...
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1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum

Rolex Oyster Raleigh Reference 3478
Located in New York, NY
This is a vintage 1942 Rolex Oyster Raleigh reference 3478. This watch is powered by a manual wind Rolex caliber 65 manual wind movement. The stainle...
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1940s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Gruen 420SS Veri Thin Pan American Wrist Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
A vintage find and in its original condition, enjoy this circa 1940's Pan American Wrist Watch with Veri Thin movement developed and manufactured by Gruen Watch Co. An American base...
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1940s American Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Gruen Cocktail Watch 14K White Gold and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Gruen 1950's Ladies Cocktail Watch, a timeless blend of elegance and sophistication. Encased in a 14x14mm 14KT White Gold Square Case, this exquisite timepiece exudes...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Vintage Old Mine Cut Diamond Gold Earrings
Located in Cairo, EG
Vintage cluster old mine cut diamond earrings with an estimate weight 2 carats in 14k gold setting excellent spark
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1940s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Demantoid Garnet 15 Karat Yellow Gold Frog Stick Pin, Circa 1950
Located in London, GB
A demantoid garnet 15 karat yellow gold frog stick pin, circa 1950. This charming stick pin depicts a realistically modelled frog which is beautifully hand detailed to show the frog...
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1950s British Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Garnet, Gold, Yellow Gold, 15k Gold

Solitaire Diamond Pendant
Located in Solvang, CA
Vintage solitaire diamond pendant, circa 1950. This white gold pendant features a solitaire old European cut diamond in a buttercup style setting. The diamond at approximately .45 ca...
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1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Silvery Flower Necklace with Rhinestones and Pearly Flower
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Unknwon - Silvery metal short necklace with rhinestones and a pearly flower pendant. Not signed antique jewelry. To be mentioned, the chain is a bit damaged. Additional information:...
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1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

10K Rose Gold Filigree 3.80 carat Pink Tourmaline Ring
Located in Big Bend, WI
Vintage 10K gold filigree ring with applied rose gold flowers and green gold leaves featuring an emerald cut pink tourmaline. This beautiful orangy pink, pomegranate color tourmaline...
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1940s Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Tourmaline, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold

Gruen Curvex Tank Watch 10K Gold Filled Manual Wind
Located in New York, NY
This is an original condition 1940's Gruen Curvex Tank watch with a 10K gold filled case. This is one of the larger size Curvex models with a case measuring 22mm x 40mm lug to lug. ...
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1940s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Eloga Kent 14K Yellow Gold and Diamond Cocktail Watch
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Vintage 14kt Yellow Gold Eloga Kent Cocktail Watch, a timeless treasure exuding elegance and sophistication. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this exquisi...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Hamilton Cocktail Watch 14K White Gold and 4.00CT Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Hamilton 1950's 14kt Gold Diamond Bracelet Watch, a stunning blend of luxury and elegance. This exquisite timepiece features a marquise-shaped case and matching brace...
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1950s American Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Retro French GIA Colombian Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Retro French GIA Colombian Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Ring. Featuring one GIA cushion cut emerald weighing approximately 4.00 carats, accompanied by GIA #6237221154 stating the emer...
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1940s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Thomax 1950's Ladies 14KT Pink Gold Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Watch
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the exquisite Thomax 1950's Ladies Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Watch, a timeless embodiment of luxury and elegance. Crafted with precision, this captivating timepiece featu...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold

Mid-Century Pearl Diamond 14k White Gold Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Pair of Mid-Century Pearl Diamond 14k White Gold Earrings. Featuring two cream colored pearls measuring approximately 9.45 mm. Accented by four round brilliant cut diamonds with ...
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1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Yellow Gold Opal Pearl Hinged Bangle Bracelet
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal Pearl Hinged Bangle Bracelet. The 1950s bangle bracelet features nine pearls and nine opals prong-set in a bypass design. The pearls and opals measure 3.1mm...
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1950s Unknown Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Opal, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Nerny Platinum Cocktail Watch With Diamonds and Sapphires
Located in New York, NY
This is an elegant 1950's Platinum Cocktail watch with diamonds and sapphires. The watch has a total diamond weight of 1.50TDW. The watch is powered by a high grade Swiss 17 jewel mo...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Retro Aquamarine and Three-Color Gold Earrings with Scroll and Ribbon Motifs
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Retro aquamarine and three-color gold clip earrings featuring large emerald-cut aquamarines in gold mounts embellished with scrolled, ribbon-like yellow, white, and rose go...
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1940s Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White 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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