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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Style: Edwardian
Style: Modernist
Antique Edwardian Platinum & 18K Gold 4.35tgw Garnet, Diamond & Pearl Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An Edwardian garnet, pearl, and diamond, platinum and white gold brooch, comprising eighteen old European cut diamonds, four cushion shaped diamonds, and one round pearl, set in plat...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Natural Amethyst and Opal Vintage Style Floral Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
The vintage-inspired floral ring showcases a stunning natural oval amethyst at its center, surrounded by round cabochon opals each displaying a mesmerizing array of white color that ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Amethyst, Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Opal Diamond Vintage Style Floral Clover Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Step into a world of vintage romance and timeless elegance with our Opal and Diamond Vintage Style Floral Clover Ring. Meticulously crafted in radiant yellow gold, this captivating p...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Love Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold Size 19 With Screwdriver Bangle
Located in Aventura, FL
LOVE bracelet, 18K Yellow Gold (750/1000). Comes with a screwdriver. Width: 6.1 mm. Created in New York in 1969, the LOVE bracelet is an icon of jewelry design: a close-fitting, oval...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Peridot and Pearl Vintage Style Drop Earrings in 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Crafted from yellow gold, this graceful vintage-inspired drop earrings showcase a verdant, a round white pearl in a striking trillion shape, serving as the centerpiece of the pieces...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Peridot, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Love Bracelet Bangle with Screwdriver 19 Size 18K White Gold
Located in Aventura, FL
LOVE bracelet, 18K white gold 750 hallmark. Width: 6.1 mm. Created in New York, the LOVE bracelet is an icon of jewelry design: a close-fitting, oval bracelet composed of two rigid a...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond Twist Ring
Located in London, GB
This is an 18ct yellow gold sapphire and diamond ring from the Edwardian era. The ring features a beautiful natural blue sapphire and old cut diamond in a twisted style setting craft...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Edwardian 1.40ct Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
This wonderful Edwardian cluster ring centres around a rub over set old cut diamond. The central stone weighs 0.40 carat, with the surrounding ten diamonds being 0.10 carat each and...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Georg Jensen Henning Koppel Silver Necklace 130B with Lapis Lazuli Cabochon
Located in Magenta, IT
Silver necklace model 130B designed by Henning Koppel (1918 - 1981) for Georg Jensen. Featuring a cabochon lapis lazuli stone. Design from the 1950s. Hallmarks: Georg Jensen 925 S...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Silver

Vintage 41.84 Carat Green Peridot GIA and Diamond Platinum Statement Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Vintage Red Carpet Green Peridot GIA and Diamond Platinum Solitaire Statement Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set 41.84 Carat GIA I...
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Late 20th Century Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, Platinum

Edwardian 0.60ct Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
A light blue sapphire is flanked by diamonds in this wonderful Edwardian trilogy ring. The central sapphire is an old cut stone, weighing 0.60 carat. The diamonds match in size at 0....
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Heidi Abrahamson Australian Prehnite Sterling Silver Two Finger Ring
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A sterling silver and Australian prehnite cabochon flat bar ring which covers two fingers, created by Heidi Abrahamson of Phoenix, Arizona. Ring is a finger size 8 and signed Heidi,...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Jewelry & Watches

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Sterling Silver

Antique Aquamarine shamrock pendant, charm, 9k gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
The sweetest little antique Aquamarine shamrock charm or pendant. This cute little charm has been converted from a larger piece of jewellery and features three beautiful light crisp...
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Aquamarine, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage GIA Colorless 2.06ctw Old European Diamond Flower Cluster Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Vintage GIA Colorless 2.06ctw Old European Diamond Cocktail Flower Cluster Platinum Ring. This breathtakingly shimmering classic Edwardian style flower-shaped cluster, composed of 12...
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20th Century Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Emerald Cut Diamond Gold Eternity Band Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Diamond Eternity Gold Band Ring. Hand set with securely nestled 28 Emerald Cut Diamonds, weighing approx. 2.70tcw; G-VS Quality. Hand crafted 18K Wh...
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Late 20th Century Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Show Stopper Mid Century Modern Wide Link Gold Statement Bracelet
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Elegant and finely detailed Vintage Oscar Worthy Mid Century Modern Multi Texture Angular Wide Link Gold Statement Bracelet. Hand crafted in 2-tone 18K Yellow and W...
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Late 20th Century Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

17.10 carats Ruby and 3.25 carats Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Behold the epitome of elegance and opulence, a stunning creation that marries the fiery passion of rubies with the timeless allure of diamonds: the 17.10 carats Ruby and 3.25 carats ...
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2010s American Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Edwardian 18K Rose Gold and Platinum 1.89ctw Diamond Daisy Cluster Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique diamond, rose gold, and platinum ring, comprising one large old European cut diamond, nine smaller old European cut diamonds, and four old European cut accent diamonds, se...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K White Gold 0.96ct Diamond Vintage Alhambra Earrings
Located in Aventura, FL
Vintage Alhambra earrings, rhodium plated 18K white gold, round diamonds; diamond quality DEF, IF to VVS. Details: Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels Model: VCARA44600 Style: Vintage Alhambr...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Edwardian 1.40ct Sapphire and Diamond Coronet Cluster Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
An impressive natural and unheated sapphire sits central to this Edwardian, coronet cluster ring. The deep blue sapphire is an old cut stone, weighing 1.40 carat. Rub over set into p...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Edwardian Ornate Floral Buckle Ring
Located in London, GB
This is an 18ct yellow gold Edwardian buckle ring. The buckle features an ornate handcrafted floral pattern. The buckle motif never seems to go out of style. Popular in the 1800s and...
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20th Century Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 0.75ct Diamond Solitaire Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
This timeless Edwardian solitaire engagement ring features a glistening 0.75 carat old cut diamond, finely claw set into a platinum collet. The diamond is G in colour and SI1 in clar...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Russian 18K Yellow Gold Rhodonite Agate and Enamel Parasol Handle
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique yellow gold, black and white enamel, and rhodonite agate parasol handle, comprising a handle formed of polished pink agate, with decoration in white and black enamel, with...
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Early 1900s Russian Edwardian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Natural Opal Vintage Style Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Elevate your elegance with a touch of vintage charm. Delight in the ethereal beauty of our vintage style ring, crafted in yellow gold. Featuring a stunning oval cabochon white opal a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Opal, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

15 Carat Diamond Bracelet 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Diamond Band Bracelet is a luxurious addition to any jewelry collection. Crafted with 15 carats of sparkling diamonds and 18K gold, this bracelet exudes elegance and so...
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Natural Cabochon Amethyst and Emerald Floral Drop Earrings in 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Enter the lavish realm of vintage elegance with these stunning earrings, embodying opulence through elaborate floral and nature-inspired patterns. Each earring showcases a captivatin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Amethyst, Emerald, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Georges L'Enfant Paris Virgo Zodiac Gold Modernist Pendant
Located in Greenwich, CT
With the Virgo Zodiac sign of the harvest maiden engraved on the front and its numerical sign on the back, this Georges L'Enfant for Cartier Paris 18 karat yellow gold modernist oval...
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Edwardian Diamond Pearl Platinum Yellow Gold Vintage Cocktail Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This Edwardian diamond and pearl ring is a splendid representation of the romantic and elegant jewelry of the early 20th century. The ring features a delicate and intricate design th...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. 1970 George Schuler Seashells Clips Earrings In 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Shells earrings designed by Tiffany & Co. A beautiful pair of clips-on earrings created in New York city at the Tiffany & Co. by George Schuler, back in the 1970. These earrings hav...
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1970s American Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co T Diamond & Turquoise Wire Ring with Round Diamonds 18k White Gold
Located in Aventura, FL
This bold "T" design features scintillating diamonds and turquoise, a favorite stone of Tiffany designers for over a century. The natural formation of turquoise creates subtle differ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

Edwardian Antique Pear Jelly Opal Diamond Platinum 14 Karat Gold Halo Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a pear-shaped jelly opal cabochon measuring 8.0 x 13.0 mm Translucent colorless body with violet and yellow play-of-color Set with a platinum bezel with a pierced halo sur...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Elegant Natural pave diamonds topaz sterling silver tiara head accessory band
Located in Delhi, DL
For the queen in you! This royal tiara is a symbol of beauty and self-love. It is handmade with Natural pave diamonds and white topaz in sterling silver. Diamond- Pave diamonds Diam...
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2010s Indian Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Sterling Silver

Native American Zuni Petit Point Turquoise Sterling Silver Ring Bracelet Combo
Located in Montreal, QC
Native American Zuni Turquoise Petit Point attached Bracelet and Ring ensemble. Hand set with Petit Point Turquoise and crafted in 925 S...
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Late 20th Century American Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver

John Donald 18K Gold Organic Modernist Faceted Amethyst Cufflinks 1960's vintage
Located in New York, NY
Rare Organic Modernist 18K yellow gold and faceted amethyst John Donald cufflinks from his most sought-after period, the 1960's Marks: JAD for John Donald, London, 18 for 18K gold, ...
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20th Century English Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antonio Fallaci 1970's Sterling Wrapped Horse Bit Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredible Antonio Fallaci Horse-bit Bracelet with unique sculptural wrapped detail Black triangular enamel inlay 1970’s pre his work for Gucci Secure clasp closure with safety (s...
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1970s Italian Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cartier Love Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold Size 15 Brushed Finish with Screwdriver
Located in Aventura, FL
LOVE bracelet, 18K yellow gold (750/1000), brushed finish. Comes with a screwdriver. Width: 6.1 mm. Created in New York in 1969, the LOVE bracelet is a jewelry design icon: a close-f...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.57 Carat Blue Sapphire and Diamond Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Antique Round Blue Sapphire Ring is a stunning piece of jewelry that exudes timeless elegance and sophistication. Crafted with a round blue sapphire stone that sparkles with a de...
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1890s Edwardian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Edwardian 9kt rose gold and silver round Opal and diamond brooch/pendant
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Edwardian 9kt rose gold and silver round Opal and diamond brooch/pendant. Tested positive for 9kt gold and silver. Made in England, Circa 1910 Dimensions - Weight: 12.00 gra...
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Rose Gold, Silver

Edwardian 9 Karat Yellow Gold Garnet Pearl Openwork Pendant Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is an Edwardian openwork pendant/brooch crafted in 9K yellow gold. Circa 1910. The piece features oval cabochon cut and round cut garnets. The central gem is surrounded with ...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Keshi Pearl drop earrings
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Elevate your look with our modern take on pearls. The Gaia earrings exude subtle elegance. Ships within 2 weeks 4 month warranty Details: - 40mm long approximately - 14K gold fil...
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2010s Canadian Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Panthere de Cartier Black Enamel Dome Ring
Located in New York, NY
Chic Cartier pinky ring. Highly Polished Dome with black enamel Leopard marks on a diagonal. Made in France with French Hallmarks. Size 5.25. Ver...
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1980s French Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Edwardian 18K Gold and Platinum Old Marquise Diamond Ruby Cocktail Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 18K Gold and Platinum Old Marquise Diamond Ruby Cocktail Ring. This incredible Edwardian diamond ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum top. This...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Edwardian 0.50ct Diamond and Pearl Necklace, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
This dainty diamond and pearl necklace dates back to the Edwardian period. The bow design centres around a 0.10 carat old cut diamond at the top and a 0.08 carat diamond at the bott...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Transparent Resin Rigid Collar Necklace with Silver Flakes Inclusions
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant Italian artisan-designer studio collar choker necklace boasts a Lucite or resin rigid bib shape in translucent clear color complimented with silver flakes inclusions in ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver

Paco Rabanne Style Futuristic Drapery Space Age Link Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This spectacular French necklace has a gorgeous bib drapery shape built with inter-connecting geometric chromed metal and seashell links. The seashell donut-shaped links have iridesc...
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Vintage Mid Century Modern Enamel Flower Gold Moi et Toi Crossover Bypass Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage 'Toi et Moi' Flower Crossover Green and Red Flower Bypass Diamond Gold Ring. Hand crafted Brushed 18K Yellow Gold mounting. Ring size: 7, we offer ring resi...
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Mid-20th Century Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Bottega Veneta Red Acrylic and Chrome Clamper Bracelet
Located in Atlanta, GA
This gorgeous original Bottega Veneta Italy signed clamper bangle bracelet boasts a chunky square shape with transparent ruby red acrylic or Lucite complemented with large chromed me...
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Early 2000s Italian Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Elgin Pocket Watch Gold Plated Working 15 Jewels 11066484 Year 1905
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Vintage 1905 gold plated Elgin pocket watch that's 49mm in diameter and 14mm thick. The case is in good condition with a clean plastic crystal. The movement is working, 15 jewels, an...
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Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Biche de Bere Paris Brutalist Silver Plate Link Bracelet
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning modernist silver plate link bracelet by Nelly Biche de Bere, Paris, boasts a chunky oversized bangle with a brutalist carved and hand-made feel design. The design featu...
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1990s French Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique 9ct Rose Gold 1920’s Moonstone Clover Bangle
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Clover Bangle 9ct Rose Gold Tested Circa 1920’s Beautiful, rose gold, antique gold bangle. Features a pretty three leaf clover. Set with gorgeous, round moonstones. Feat...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Moonstone, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 18ct Gold 3 Stone Ruby Ring with 4 Small Rose Cut Diamonds C 1900
Located in London, GB
Antique 18ct Gold 3 Stone Ruby Ring with 4 Small Rose Cut Diamonds C 1900. All the gemstones are set in silver which is typical of this period, before jewellery manufacturers startin...
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold

Edwardian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl Rose Cut Diamond Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is an Edwardian pendant necklace with a chain crafted in 18K yellow gold. Circa 1910. The piece features: - 1 creamy cultured pearl - 9 rose cut diamonds Weight: 6.00g Pendan...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian 14K White Gold 0.70ctw Old Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (13) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old European & Old Mine Cut - Pave & Bezel Set - SI1-I3 Clarity - G-L Color - 0.70ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14K White Gold Weight: ...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Unique Tanzanite and Tourmaline Station Necklace Crafted in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Unique Tanzanite and Tourmaline Station Necklace in 18K Gold studded with oval cut tourmaline and tanzanite. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

18k Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Earrings. 6.80TCW
Located in Victoria, BC
Here is a beautiful pair of 18k Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Earrings. These earrings each feature a 0.36ct oval cut sapphire measuring approx. 5.20mm x 3.30mm x 2....
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1980s American Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 18ct Two Tone Gold Fancy Link Albert Chain, 16.5” Circa 1905
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
This statement 18ct gold antique Albert is a rare example of a bi-colour or two tone gold fancy link chain with ‘lovers knots’ and bar links. Made fa...
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co GIA 1.53 Carat Natural Cut Round Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Aventura, FL
A true design masterpiece, the Tiffany Setting is the world’s most iconic engagement ring. Flawlessly engineered, the six-prong setting virtually disappears and allows the brilliant ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 14 Carat Carved Oval Bloodstone Scarab and Diamond Gold Statement Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Vintage Red Carpet Solitaire Bloodstone Scarab and Diamond Gold Statement Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set 14 Carat Oval Bloodstone Scara...
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Late 20th Century Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White 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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