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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Gemstone: Pearl
Gemstone: Natural Pearl
Pearl Diamond Platinum Belle Époque Necklace, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
18ct and Platinum Set, Pearl & Diamond Belle Epoque Necklace c1910 A fine example of a Belle Epoque necklace. To the reverse 18ct yellow gold with the ...
Category

1910s British Belle Époque Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Natural Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Platinum Pearl and Diamond Brooch
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage round platinum brooch or pendant, with natural pearls and diamonds, Italy 1900s-1920s Diameter 4.5 cm
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Diamond Dragonfly Pendant with Colored Pearl
Located in Miami, FL
Enjoy this previously loved 18 karat white gold pin in dragonfly design featuring 0.85 carat to 1.00 carat of pave-set diamond and a colored pearl (stam...
Category

2010s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stunning South Sea Cultured Pearls Earrings in White Gold 750 with Diamonds
Located in Lucerne, CH
What a show! Spectacular pair of Cultured South Sea Pearls of 16 mm in diameter. Slightly button shaped, white and with a great luster. Double entourage of 12 carats in baguette- and...
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1990s American Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Oval Sapphires South Sea Pearls Dangle Drop Earrings 3 Carats 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
18K White gold drop earrings featuring 6 oval Sapphires weighing 3.00 carats and two South Sea Pearls measuring 11-12 mm.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold

1960s Cultured Pearl and Diamond White Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 1960s cultured pearl and 0.02Ct diamond, 18k white gold necklace; part of our diverse pearl jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressive unusual pearl necklace...
Category

1960s Unknown Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Various Art Nouveau Brooches with Gemstones
Located in Stamford, CT
Three various brooches, all with the finest gold work from the early 1900's, are from the far right, a Rikers brooch in 14 Kt with a sapphire and diamond. Rikers is a highly reputed ...
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Antique Agate Lady Cameo and Pearl Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A three-dimensional antique brooch, the female bust extending from an agate center, and bordered with pearls.
Category

19th Century Neoclassical Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Agate, Pearl

Akoya White Pearl and Diamond Dangle Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Akoya white pearls size 8-8.5 mm with 8.70 ct. white diamond rounds. Handmade in 18k yellow gold. These are clip on but a post can be added.
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Pear Shaped Abalone Mother-of-Pearl Gold Drop Earrings with Rope Twist
Located in New York, NY
18kt Yellow Gold Pear Shaped Drop Earring with Abalone Mother of Pearl finished with elegant Rope twist border. The earrings measure just over 2 1/2" long and approximately ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Freshwater Pearl Necklace Baroque 14k Gold Italy Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality Baroque Freshwater Pearl Diamond Necklace 14k Gold Italy Certified $3950 914368 This is a Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry! MADE IN ITALY Nothing says, “...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

David Webb Platinum & 18K Gold Soft Cushion Shaped Pearl and Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
"An extremely lovely pair of pearl and diamond clip earrings by David Webb. Each earring is fashioned in a soft cushion open frame shape...
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20th Century American Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold

Elegant Seaman Schepps White Gold Pearl and Diamond Flexible Cuff Bracelet
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This lovely flexible, pearl and diamond cuff by Seaman Schepps is as elegant as it is comfortable to wear. The nature of the flexible links, with the open back design, allow for a ra...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Freshwater Pearl, Diamond and Emerald Earrings
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Set in 14 karat Yellow gold, weighing 10 grams, are a total of 20 Freshwater Pearls, with 12 Round Brilliant cut diamonds, weighing 0.05 carats and 14 Marquise cut Emeralds weighing ...
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2010s American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona 18k Yellow Gold Mother-of-Pearl Bar Cufflinks
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold cufflinks with four mother of pearl bar cylinders weighing 22.25 carats. Dimensions: 0.76 in. L x 0.21 in. D ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings 0.73 Carats 12-13 MM 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
18K White gold drop earrings featuring two South Sea Pearls measuring 12-13 mm flanked with 122 round brilliants weighing 0.73 carats. Pearl Quality AA Luster AA, Excellent Nacre Ve...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

13.25mm Button Pearls with Brilliant Round Diamonds Halo Design Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A lovely pair of earrings showcasing 13.25mm button pearls accented by brilliant round diamonds in a halo design weighing 0.38 carats total, G-H Color and SI in Clarity. Screw back p...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Multicolored Tahitian Cultured Pearl and Diamond Necklace
Located in Lucerne, CH
This strand consists of 35 round Tahitian cultured pearls graduating from 11.3 mm to 11.9 mm. Color range from soft gray to dark purple. Slightly spotted surface and with a very good...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1.29ct Diamond and Pearl Platinum Bow Pendant, circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.29 carat diamond and platinum set bow pendant; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive pearl an...
Category

Early 1900s Unknown Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Gold Coral Pearl Wide Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
18k yellow gold 5 row coral bead bracelet. Corals are approx. 9.5-10mm, pearls on the clasp. Bracelet is 7.5" long + 1 1/4" long chain extension. tested 18k. Weight 101.7 grams.
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Pearl, Gold

Pearl Quartz Topaz Necklace 14 Karat Gold Italy Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality Akoya Pearl Quartz Topaz Necklace 14k Gold 7.5 mm 35.75" Italy Certified $3,490 820429 This is a Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry! MADE IN ITALY Nothing ...
Category

2010s American Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Quartz, Topaz, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamonds Pink Sapphire South Sea Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamonds Pink Sapphire South Sea Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Ring Ring is made in the shape of a spiral, symbolizing a water funnel, carrying it to the depth of the ocean, where a deli...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Pink Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold

Modern Akoya Cultured Pearl and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
Modern akoya cultured pearl and diamond ring with a twist! Handmade manufactured in 18 karat white gold. Elegantly curved design with conca...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mikimoto 18 Karat White Gold Pearl and Diamond Pendant
Located in New York, NY
MIKIMOTO 18K WHITE GOLD PEARL & DIAMOND PENDANT Mint condition 18k White Gold, Pearl, Diamonds Pendant dimension: 0.5x1.6” Diamond: 0.08ct R...
Category

2010s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Baroque Pearl Ruby Diamond Gold Brooch Pendant
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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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Carved Tourmaline Natural Pearl Onyx Diamond Sautoir Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite and rare Art Deco sautoir composed of an intrigued natural pearl triple strand suspending a detachable central element, presenting a fine quality large carved green Tour...
Category

1920s Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Natural Pearl, Onyx, Tourmaline, White Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Pearl Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Pendant finely crafted in platinum, with a pearl and a diamond weighing of 0.30 dwt. Circa 1970.
Category

1970s Unknown Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

0.34 Carat VS G Color Diamond Rose Gold Grams 5.35 Mother of Pearl Bracelet
Located in Milano, MI
Magnificent and bright VS G color diamond Mother of Pearl Bracelet in 18 carat rose gold Grams 5.35 total diamonds stones 34 Simplicity at it's best, one of our most sold item. the s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cultured White Grade AA Pearl Strand 14kt White Gold Very Good 23 Inches 7+mm
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
A beautiful strand of grade AA cultured white pearls that are 7mm in diameter and the necklace is 23 inches in length. The pearls are in very good condition; the nacre is lustrous and clean. The pearls are secured with a 14kt white gold clasp. Please let us know if you have any questions, and we'll respond as soon as possible. Rock N Gold Creations has been in business for 30 years. The owner is a GIA Graduate. With a reputation for timeless design, superior craftsmanship, and one-of-a-kind jewelry, Rock N Gold Estates has selected a captivating Estate Jewelry Collection...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Pearl Oval Gold Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Cufflinks finely crafted in 14k yellow gold with pearls on each piece, size of each cufflink is 1.10 inch. Circa 1970.
Category

1970s Unknown Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Edwardian 0.70 Carat Diamond and Pearl Cocktail Ring, circa 1910s
Located in London, GB
A beautiful old cut diamond and two pearls are set in this one of a kind Edwardian cocktail ring. The diamond is 0.70 carat and is an I colour and SI clarity. Two cultured pearls sit...
Category

1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

14K Gold Quartz Briolette and Grey Cultured Freshwater Pearl Chandelier Earrings
Located in Southport, CT
14K yellow gold chandler earrings. A lively pair of chandler earrings featuring mint green and white quartz stones. Three briolette with steel grey ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Gem Set Horseshoe and Riding Crop Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a 15ct yellow gold ring that originally dates back to the Victorian era. Th head of this piece has been crafted into the shape of a horseshoe and riding crop with neatly...
Category

19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold

1.23 Carat Vs G Diamonds on 18 Carat Rose Gold with Mother of Pearl Pendant
Located in Milano, MI
This wonderful Leo Milano pendant from our Pagano collection shows in every detail a very complicate yet perfectly done workmanship. The pendant and the cha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Tahitian Blackish -Grey 12.5mm Pearl Ring 14k White Gold with Fine Diamonds
Located in Birmingham, MI
The center gem in this elegant ring, is a rare Tahitian 12.5mm pearl, exhibiting a rich blackish-grey color, very high luster, a virtually flawless surface, even saturation, excelle...
Category

2010s American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Assael Coral Diamond Earrings Tahitian South Sea Pearls Estate 18k White Gold
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant pair of estate Assael angel skin coral, diamond & Tahitian South Sea pearl earrings crafted in 18k white gold. Round brilliant cut diamonds total an estimated 1.25 carats (...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Coral, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Rose/White Gold, Diamonds, Baby Akoya Pearls, Set 'Necklace, Earrings, Ring'
Located in Bangkok, TH
Earrings: 6.5 gms - White (round and rose cut) and Brown Diamonds 0.59 cts Ring: 9.95 gms - White (round and rose cut) and Brown Diamonds 0.70 cts (SIZE: EU 53, US 6.75) Necklace: 2...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White...

White and Black Pearl Clip-On Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The earrings is finely crafted in platinum with white pearl and black pearl and all around diamonds that weighing approximately total of 5.84. Circa 1990.
Category

1990s American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Georgian Gold and Silver, Rose Cut Diamonds and Pearl Day and Night Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Featuring floral motif, rose cut diamonds set in silver on the front and gold finish on the back with natural pearl detail. Interchangeable design.
Category

Mid-18th Century Georgian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Silver

Marina J Wide Woven Bridal Pearl Choker with Silver rhodium plated Sliding clasp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The multi-stranded woven white pearl bridal choker with a secure sliding clasp is made with 2.5 - 3mm glowing white pearls. Marina J.'s hand chose each p...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Rhodium, Silver

South Sea Pearl Necklace with Two Australian Solid Black Opal and Diamond Claps
Located in Melbourne, AU
This is a premium White South Sea Pearl Necklace with 2 Australian Solid Black Opal as the Claps. The Pearl necklace consists of 66 round South Sea Pe...
Category

2010s Australian Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, South Sea Pearl

Necklace in 18 Carat White Gold, Baroque Pearls, Diamonds Sapphires
Located in Paris, FR
Semi-rigid articulated necklace in white gold, baroque pearls, diamonds and multicolored sapphires. It is composed of 78 baroque pearls held by white gold branch-shaped ties set with...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold

Edwardian Pendant, Silver over Gold with Pearl and Diamond on Platinum Chain
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautiful Edwardian Pendant, set with 51 old European cut diamonds weighing approximately 1.25cts, H-I color, VS clarity and two natural pearls, center pearl 5mm and tear drop pearl...
Category

Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Platinum, Silver

Chandelier Souths Sea Pearl Earrings in 18kt Gold Diamonds and Precious Gems
Located in Bilbao, ES
Irama Pradera is a Young designer from Spain that searches always for the best gems and combines classic with contemporary mounting and styles. The earrings are made of yellow and w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Citrine, South Sea Pearl, Rubelite, 18k ...

Pearl Ruby and Diamond Necklace
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage Italian necklace with pearls, rubies and 5 oval rock crystal elements, finished with 18 karat gold and diamonds for a total of 3 karat...
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

South Sea Pearl Diamond Gold Night & Day Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Pair of classic 18k gold night & day earrings, with detachable South Sea pearl drops. Earrings with drops are 26mm long. Without the drops - 6 x 6mm. South Sea pearls - 13.5mm in dia...
Category

20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold

Modernist Starburst Cultured Pearl & 18k Gold Ear Clips, France, circa 1960s
Located in Chatham, CA
Modernist Starburst cultured pearl and 18K yellow gold ear clips - refined and elegant - fine hand made quality - each ear clip featuring a cultured pearl (approx. 8 mm. in diameter)...
Category

Mid-20th Century French Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat White Gold Freshwater Cultured Pearl Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom designed Material: 14K white gold Fastenings: post with friction backs Dimensions: earrings measure 7.5mm in diameter Weight: 1.72 grams
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

High Diamonds Setting with Center Pearl
Located in New York, NY
The ring is finely crafted in 18k white gold with center pearl and diamonds weighing approximately total of 1.50 carat.
Category

1980s Unknown Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Stunning Diamond and Pearl Earrings
Located in Palm Beach, FL
White South sea pearls encased in yellow gold and diamonds flowing though out these earrings truly make a statement.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

@Eliania Rosetti earrings in 18k gold, freshwater pearls and 1.07 carat diamonds
Located in Cascais, Lisboa
Introducing Fringe Earrings in Gold with White Sapphires and Freshwater Pearls - an irresistible combination of luxury, elegance and timeless charm. These unique jewels are true wor...
Category

2010s Portuguese Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl, Diamond, and Sapphire Fashion Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 14K yellow gold Pearl: 10.5mm grey pearl Diamonds: 18 round brilliant cut = .60cttw Color: G Clarity: SI Sapphire: 4 princess cut = .50cttw Ring Size: 5 (please allow two ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Set with Eight Different Natural Pearls
Located in Berlin, DE
18ct yellow gold ring set with eight different natural pearls. Ring size (diameter) 17mm. Rather for petite fingers.
Category

20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

White Fresh Water Pearl Pave Set 1.80 Carat Diamond 18Karat White Gold Bracelet
Located in London, GB
This Contemporary fresh water Pearl Bracelet features an adjustable Cord further highlighted with a Pave set 1.80 Carat Round Brilliant Color G Clarity VS Diamond sphere set in 18 Ka...
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2010s British Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, G...

Cocktail Ring Fish Motive South Sea Pearl Diamonds Pink Sapphires 18 Karat Gold
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
This unique Ring features one white South Sea Pearl (13,8mm) wich is held by 2 Fishes from each sides. Pave set with 138 brilliant cut Diamonds of 2.94 ct and 24 pink Sapphires weigh...
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rho...

Retro Gold 3 Carat Cocktail Ring Natural Diamonds Sapphire and Pearl, circa 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Retro 14k Yellow Gold 3 Carat Cocktail Ring set with Natural Diamonds, Sapphire & 10.5mm Pearl. The 64 natural round brilliant diamonds are approximately 2 carat, F-G color and VS ...
Category

1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

Mid-Century Large Cultured Pearl 3.50 CTW Diamond Strand Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Strand necklace is comprised of Cultured pearls - hand-knotted Graduating in size from 12.5 mm to 17.0 mm - well matched in white body color Exhibiting subtle to moderate rosè over...
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1950s Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold, Plat...

Enamel Pearl Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Designed as serpent, the gold head inset with split pearls, applied with blue enamel, surmounted with an openworks silver motif set with twelve old mine-cut diamonds, the body compos...
Category

1860s American Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl

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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