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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Period: 20th Century
Period: 19th Century
Period: 18th Century and Earlier
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Edwardian Diamond Upfinger Oval Shaped Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Oval Diamond Ring
18ct Gold & Platinum Tested
Circa 1910
Step back in time with this exquisite Edwardian-era ring, a stunning rep...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold 1920s French Hallmarked Dome Shaped 0.85ct Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Band
18ct Yellow Gold French Stamped
Circa 1920s
This 18ct yellow gold band with a single French diamond is a classic and timeless piece of jewellery. The slightl...
Category
Early 20th Century French Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Art Deco Platinum South Sea Pearl & Diamond Ring With GIA Report
By Cartier
Located in Leesburg, VA
Brand/Designer: Cartier
Style: Vintage
Materials: Platinum, 18K Gold
Ring Size: 4.00
Hallmarks: 88453 Cartier
Total Weight (grams): 6.80
Body of the ring is Platinum
sizer is 18K
Ri...
Category
20th Century Jewelry & Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Ziegfeld Sterling Silver & Pearl Sautoir Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine, signed pearl sautoir necklace.
By Tiffany & Co.
From the Ziegfeld line.
With sterling silver mounts.
Comprising a long strand of oval shaped pearls supporting a sterling ...
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Antique Pendant 16ct Aquamarine 1 ctw Diamonds solid 14K Gold Silver / 8.8 gr
Located in SE
Old pendant with a large natural claw set Aquamarine surrounded with Diamonds halo. Likely German hand- made, ca. 19th cent.
Silver clusters on solid 14K Green Gold. Measures : 31 m...
Category
1850s European Early Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Silver
Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold, 1980s Square Cut Natural Diamond Set Band Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Diamond Band
18ct Gold
Circa 1980s
This exquisite 18-carat yellow gold band showcases timeless elegance that is sure to catch attention. Handmade from genuine 18-carat gol...
Category
Late 20th Century European Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
9ct Rose Gold Edwardian 30 Inch Faceted Round Belcher Chain with Swivel Clasp
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Belcher Chain
9ct Rose Gold Stamped 9 375
Circa 1900
This stunning Edwardian belcher link chain is made of 9ct rose gold and dates back to the early 1900s. The beauty of t...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Jewelry & Watches
Materials
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Set of 7 Arts & Crafts Era Sterling Silver Multi-Stone Small Spoons #21585
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Set of 7 Arts & Crafts Era sterling silver and multi-stone small spoons.
No monogram or engraving
Spoons feature bezel set oval stones that appear to be onyx, tiger's eye, lapis la...
Category
20th Century Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
9ct 375 Gold Vintage Articulated Fish Pendant
Located in London, GB
9ct 375 Gold Articulated Fish Pendant
Full British Hallmarks
Circa 1970s-1980s
By Fred Manshaw
Size 3cm x 1cm approx ( Incl. Jump Ring in this measurement)
Weight 1.92 grams
Category
Late 20th Century British Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold
A fine Art Déco Black Opal and Diamond pendant, circa 1925
Located in Firenze, IT
A fine Art Déco black opal, emeralds and diamonds pendant.
The oval-shaped black opal approximately 10ct (21mm x 14mm x 0,6mm) with a wonderful play of dense colors: blue, green and...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Black Opal, Opal, Platinum
Anne Klein Russian Gold Link Necklace
By Anne Klein
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a 1990s Anne Klein modern link necklace. It is composed of Russian gold pierced circles and squares. This length adjustable necklace comes with three rings and a toggle plus ...
Category
1990s American Modern Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Antique Citrine Ring of 10k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Antique Citrine Ring: This antique ring (circa 1910-1920) features an oval citrine set in 10k gold.
The face of the ring measures 1 inch from top to bottom by 0.5 inches wide. It is...
Category
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Citrine, 10k Gold
18K White Gold 0.59ct Oval Clean Red Ruby & 0.16ct Diamond Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
This wonderful engagement ring boasts a stunning bright red oval cut ruby. The stunning oval cut ruby is refractive which is set in the middle of brilliant round cut diamonds of good...
Category
20th Century Thai Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Tiffany and Co 14K Yellow Gold Shrimp Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These exquisite earrings showcase a classic domed oval silhouette, accentuated by a distinctive melon ribbed motif reminiscent of the iconic "Shrimp" design. Crafted in lustrous 14K ...
Category
20th Century American Modern Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Sapphire & Diamond Daisy Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire Cluster Ring
15ct Gold Stamped
Circa 1880
This stunning antique Victorian sapphire and diamond cluster ring is crafted from 15ct gold and features a beautiful, ...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Attwood & Sawyer Big Cat Leopard Cuff 1980s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
Our vintage Attwood & Sawyer Big Cat Cuff. One of the most glamourous big cat cuffs around. This one by the English jewellery company Attwood & Sawyer boasts exceptional craftmanship...
Category
1980s English Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Turquoise, Sapphires, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Amazing earrings in 14 kt white gold structure mounted with diamonds for all the length . As pendant, a turquoise and, on it, a sapphire.
These earrings were totally handmade by Ital...
Category
1970s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold
Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, IT
This stunning ring is a perfect example of timeless elegance and refined craftsmanship. Made of 18-karat yellow gold, it stands out for its bold yet sophisticated design, enriched by...
Category
1970s Italian Artisan Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
Antique Natural Ruby and Diamond Ring of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Ruby and Diamond Ring: This 14k gold ring features a 0.37ct cushion-cut vivid purplish red ruby flanked by two rose-cut diamonds.
The ring was created by upcycling antique stones fr...
Category
1860s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
24K Vermeil Cloisonne with Blue Topaz Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a pair of 24K vermeil cloisonne with blue topaz earrings. These modern small square post earrings are cloisonné (filigree and enamel) work with Chinese traditional motifs and...
Category
Late 20th Century Mongolian Neoclassical Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Blue Topaz, Vermeil
Antique Arts & Crafts Fine Chinese Apple Green Jade 14K Yellow Gold Saddle Ring
Located in New York, NY
Very fine antique Chinese Apple Green Jade 14K yellow gold Arts & Crafts period saddle ring
Early 20th Century
Proveneance: Private East Coast collection, descendants of King George ...
Category
Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. 14 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Necklace #21577
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co. 14 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Necklace-
This Tiffany & Co. 14K yellow gold chain necklace offers a delicate yet durable look, perfect for layering or wearing solo. A clas...
Category
20th Century Jewelry & Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Double Heart Conversion Ring of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A fabulous love token ring featuring two hearts beneath a crown.
The face of this gorgeous ring was originally an antique stickpin (circa 1880-1900) t...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Coral, Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage Platinum 1980s Emerald & Brilliant Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Emerald & Diamond Ring
Platinum
Circa 1980
Step into elegance with this exquisite vintage cluster ring from the 1980s. At its centre, it boasts a beautifully crafted recta...
Category
Late 20th Century European Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Victorian Blue Enamel & Pearl Locket Ring of 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Victorian Blue Enamel & Pearl Locket Ring of 18k Gold: A vibrant cobalt blue enamel ring from the mid-Victorian era (circa 1860-1870)!
This magnificent ring features nine half pearl...
Category
Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
TRIFARI Faux Coral & White Enamel Earbob Earrings, 1960's
By Trifari
Located in Atlanta, GA
1960's Trifari earbob style clip-on earrings in a white enamel accented by faux coral beads set in gold tone metal. Hallmarked at the back and outfitted with j-ring shaped clip-on h...
Category
1960s American Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Enamel, Gilt Metal
18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum 1920s Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Target Stud Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire And Diamond Target Earrings
18ct Gold & Platinum
Introducing a stunning pair of 18ct gold and platinum stud earrings from the 1920s Art Deco period. These fabulou...
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Betony Vernon "Love Lock Necklace" Woman Necklace Sterling Silver 925
Located in Rome, IT
The "Love Lock Necklace" was designed by Betony Vernon in 1995 and has been manufactured in limited editions ever since in Sterling Silver 925 lost wax elements and wire jump rings. ...
Category
1990s Italian Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco 18 Karat Gold Diamond Bow Shape Cocktail Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is an Art Deco bow shape cocktail ring crafted in 18K yellow gold. The piece features diamonds. Circa 1930.
Signed with “750”
Weight: 7.43g
Size: 20.25 (US 10.5)
IMPORTANT:...
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Aquamarine and Diamond ring, 18k yellow gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
You cannot help but be enchanted by this exquisite antique Aquamarine and Diamond ring.
Crafted in rich 18ct yellow gold it features a stunning cushion Aquamarine stone with an appr...
Category
19th Century British Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k yellow gold bracelet set with turquoise - 24.3 grams - 18 cm long
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold bracelet set with turquoise - 18 cm long
detailed description:
The bracelet is approximately 18 cm long and 1.4 cm wide, and has a safety chain
Total weight bracel...
Category
1880s Dutch High Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Heart Locket Charm #21481
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Heart Locket-
This 14K yellow gold heart locket features a delicate diamond accent and timeless design, perfect for holding cherished memories close. With it...
Category
20th Century Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold, 1920s Art Deco, Hexagonal Sapphire and Diamond Target Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire and Diamond Target Ring
18ct Gold Stamped
Circa 1920s
Introducing an exquisite and authentic Art Deco ring crafted from 18ct gold. This stunning ring features a ...
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Juliana D&E Clear Rhinestone Linked Bracelet Perfect for Weddings
By Juliana
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is an identified Juliana D&E clear rhinestone bracelet. The five Chaton and Navette stones cluster segments are prong-set on rhodium-plated linked rings (5 ring links are their ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Regency Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Rhodium
Antique 9ct Gold, Edwardian 22 Inch Fancy Twist Link Belcher Chain with T Bar
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique T-bar Belcher Chain
9ct Gold
Circa 1910
Makers Mark C D B
Introducing a stunning 9ct gold Edwardian belcher link chain, a true embodiment of vintage elegance. This exqui...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold
Antique Lion Ring of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
An antique, Art Nouveau era ring featuring a lion's head of 14k gold with diamond accents, dating to 1910.
The face of the ring measures 0.6 inches from north to south and it weighs...
Category
1910s Art Nouveau Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique Ring natural 1.2ct. Sapphire Seed Pearls solid 18K Gold Ø6.25US/ 2.8gr
Located in SE
Beautiful old Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with natural Blue Sapphire and 18 natural Seed Pearls settings.
Fragmented hallmarks, 18K, lokely Swedish or German ring, hand -made ca...
Category
1920s European Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Art Deco Marquise Blue Sapphire and Diamond Drop Earrings Ca. 1925
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Art Deco Marquise Blue Sapphire and Diamond Drop Earrings Ca. 1925
A matching pair of earrings, each set with a marquise shape sapphire in an open back rubover setting, two in total ...
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Art Deco Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Micromosaic Bird Conversion Ring of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A marvelous ring featuring a micromosaic of a bird -- possibly a red headed woodpecker.
The mosaic was originally an antique silver pin (circa 188...
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Art Deco Aquamarine Cross Pendant 1.50ct 14K March Birthstone Original 1940-1950
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from the 1940's-1950's Art Deco Aquamarine 1.50ct Cross 14K Yellow Gold Necklace Pendant
Features 5 Gorgeous Baguette Aquamarine Gemstones
Gold Flower i...
Category
1940s Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Doppio Baccellato Blue Iolite & Peridot Gold Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Napoli, NA
Bulgari Doppio Baccellato iconic ring, made of 18 yellow gold and set with natural oval shaped blue Peridot & Iolite. Circa 1980’
Size 6, resizable on request, total weight 12 grams
...
Category
Late 20th Century Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Iolite, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Signed Antique German 14k Gold, Jade, & Diamond Figural Leaf Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine, signed antique leaf brooch or pin.
In 14k yellow gold.
With a carved, 5-point variegated leaf (likely a Maple leaf) in green jade (nephrite) that is prong-set on a gold mou...
Category
Early 20th Century German Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold
1950s Extremely Rare Art Deco Jeweled Vanity Compact Wide Hinged Cuff Bracelet
Located in University City, MO
1950s Extremely rare art deco jeweled vanity compact wide hinged cuff bracelet
The elegant sleek gold plated hinged cuff is designed with a jeweled li...
Category
1950s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Antique Arts and Crafts Diamond Flower Ring of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A rare and enchanting find from the Arts & Crafts movement. This antique ring (circa 1920) captures the era’s dedication to handcrafted artistry and nature-inspired design. The reces...
Category
Early 20th Century Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold
Large Antique Neoclassical Flemish Heart Diamond Silver Topped 18K Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Flemish heart, Vlaams hart, Coeur de Liege, Coeur Flamand
Rare, large scale, signed Neoclassical period diamond, silver topped gold heart with love troph...
Category
19th Century Dutch Georgian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver, 18k Gold
Antique Diamond and Ruby Flower Ring of 12ct Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
An antique ring (circa 1830-1840) featuring a ruby and diamond flower on a 12ct gold band.
The face of the ring measures 0.3 inches from north to south, and it is in great condition...
Category
1830s Georgian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
9ct Gold Mariner Link Bracelet, Heart Padlock Clasp, Birmingham Hallmarked 1989
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Bracelet
9ct Rose Gold Stamped
Hallmarked Birmingham 1989
Makers Mark C B J S
This exquisite vintage bracelet is crafted from 9ct rose gold, offering a luxurious an...
Category
Late 20th Century English Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Tapio Wirkkala Bronze Bird paperweight
Located in Orimattila, FI
Tapio Wirkkala Bronze Bird paperweight
Paper printing is also a beautiful home decoration detail in its own right.
The size of the bird is abou...
Category
Late 20th Century Finnish Modern Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Bronze
Antique 18ct Gold, Star Set Diamond Buckle/Belt Ring, Hallmarked London 1915
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Buckle Ring
18ct Yellow Gold
Hallmarked London 1915
Makers Mark A M
This antique gold buckle ring is a timeless piece of jewellery that symbolises everlasting love, fid...
Category
Early 20th Century English Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k pink gold necklace – 7.9 grams – 80 cm long
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k pink gold necklace – 7.9 grams – 80 cm long
Detailed description
the length of the necklace is 80 cm long by 2.2 mm wide
total weight: 7.9 grams
hallmark present, guaranteed ...
Category
1950s Dutch Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold
18ct Gold & Platinum, 1920s Art Deco Ruby Diamond Rectangular Shaped Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Art Deco Ring
18ct Gold & Platinum Tested
Circa 1920s
This exquisite 18ct gold Art Deco ring captures the glamour and sophistication of the era. Its unique rectangular sh...
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Ruby, Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold, Gold
Belle Epoque 2.00 Carat Emerald Diamond Gold/Silver Cluster Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Antique 18Kt rose Gold and silver Ruby and Diamond ring.
The cluster style ring is centered with an approximately 2.00 carats stunning oval natural emerald, accented by an halo of sp...
Category
Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Silver
Vintage Whiting & Davis Gold Mesh Scarf Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a signed Whiting & Davis Chainmail Scarf Necklace. It is a 70s disco fever 18 x 9 x 9 inch gold-tone mesh triangle scarf necklace with black tr...
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Brass
Neoclassical 14k Bacchus Dionysus Amethyst Ring
Located in Hummelstown, PA
Dating to the turn of the 20th century, this striking allegorical ring features a young Bacchus (Dionysus) in Neoclassical style as a putto-like child with chubby cheeks crowned in a...
Category
Early 20th Century American Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Amethyst
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, 1940s Flower Design Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire Ring
18ct Gold & Platinum Tested
Circa 1940s
This stunning vintage ring from the 1940s features a fabulous flower design crafted from 18ct yellow gold and platin...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Platinum
18k white gold ring with brilliant cut diamond up to 0.90ct - 7.2 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold ring set with brilliant cut diamond up to 0.90ct - E/F - Pique1/Pique2 - ring size US 8.75 - EU 18.75(59)
detailed description:
The top of the ring is 1.0 cm wide by...
Category
1990s Dutch Modern Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Nouveau Sapphire and Pearl Ring of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Antique Sapphire and Pearl Ring: Explore the timeless beauty of the Art Nouveau era with this sapphire and pearl ring adorned with pearls and a glittery diamond accent.
The face of ...
Category
Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Fish Pendant Necklace Large
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Fish Pendant Necklace Large
Metal: 18K yellow gold
Weight: 22.80 grams
Pendant: 36mm (1.42") wide x 32mm (1.26") long, large size
Chain:...
Category
1990s American Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Diamond Rings, Luxury Watches and Other Antique and Vintage Fine Jewelry and Estate Jewelry on 1stDibs
Our love for diamond rings, luxury watches and other antique and vintage fine jewelry and estate jewelry goes back thousands of years.
Jewelry has long been a symbol of spiritual strength, wealth or power and, of course, a means of personal expression. While materials and processes employed by the world’s most popular jewelry houses — Tiffany & Co., Cartier, BVLGARI and others — have evolved over time, humans still gravitate toward many of the same accessories that our ancestors wore.
Ancient Egyptians were often hard at work designing jewelry and adorning themselves with an array of necklaces, rings and other items, and nearly every Egyptian, rich or poor, was buried with some kind of jewelry. When King Tut’s burial chamber was excavated, it revealed a sense of style that inspired Art Deco jewelry designs.
Brooches and pins remain essentials in our jewelry boxes, although we no longer require them to fasten our garments, as was once their primary use. Rings, which have always been signifiers of eternity, still serve as romantic gifts and tokens of affection.
Engagement rings are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment — and as it can be difficult to choose the right one, explore our buying guides for a close look at antique engagement rings, Art Deco engagement rings and vintage engagement rings. [Fun fact: It wasn’t until the 14th century that we learned how to effectively cut diamonds, a critical step in revealing the stone’s brilliance.]
Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C. We’ve even created our own new, sacred symbols — the Cartier Love bracelet, for example, with its distinctive locking mechanism, is an understated and modernist symbol of love’s promise (with its own captivating history to boot). And, crafted by French jeweler Jacques Arpels of Van Cleef & Arpels, the Magic Alhambra necklace channels luck for the wearer with its universally adored design, which is informed by four-leaf clovers, a plant synonymous with good fortune.
Whether it’s our sentimental charm jewelry, costume jewelry, chunky retro bracelets or minimalist earrings created by contemporary designers, 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.