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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Period: 1960s
Period: 1930s
Antique Floral Pearl Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Like a jaunty boutonnière pinned on a tuxedo lapel, the Antique Floral Pearl Brooch is a sophisticated nod to a flower’s sweet essence. In place of a bloom is a gorgeous pearl, surro...
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1960s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Deco 18k Gold Circa 1930s Natural Diamond Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is2.3 grams. Totally is rose cut diamond 0.10 carat. Totally is brilliant cut 0.10 carat. The diamond is has G color and vs-s1 clarity. Ring size...
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1930s European Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique 1.55 Carat Sapphire and Diamond White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 1.55 carat sapphire and 0.36 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold cluster style dress ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections This fine and impressive blue sapphire and diamond ring has been crafted in 18k white gold. The impressive cluster design is ornamented with a central claw set 1.55ct cushion cut sapphire. The sapphire is encircled by sixteen individually claw set Old European cut diamonds. The pierced decorated, elevated and trifurcated ring shoulders join the setting at a subtle cuff design and meld seamlessly with the plain ring shank. This cushion cut blue sapphire and diamond ring has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 18k gold. This impressive cluster ring is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card. Images do not always reflect the true color and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual color and showcases each stone. Condition This impressive antique gemstone cluster...
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1930s Unknown Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Vintage Gold Tone Diamante and Faux Turquoise Earrings Circa 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Gold Tone Diamante and Faux Turquoise Earrings Circa 1960s. These are so chic and look like fine. There is a lot of thought that went into the construction of making these...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Mixed Metal

Mid Century Ruby Starburst Brooch/Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Mid Century Ruby Starburst Brooch/Pendant from the 1960's set in 14k gold. Knife edge gold wire set in a pyramid shape with genuine rubies scattered along the top. Pendant fitting hi...
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1960s American Artisan Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold

Antique Diamond Emerald Platinum Fleur De Lis Brooch and Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
This Antique Deco Diamond and Emerald Brooch/Pendant was inspired in an Art Deco design featuring a Fleur De Lis top and is crafted in Luxurious Platinum. This stately piece is abl...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Art Deco Design with Diamonds and Sapphires in yellow Gold and Platinum Earrings
Located in MADRID, ES
These stunning earrings boast an Art Deco design, crafted in 18k gold with platinum 950 kts accents. They feature antique and single-cut diamonds totaling 1 carat, along with trapezo...
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Gold Bracelet
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1930s, 18k, France. This period Art Deco bracelet has timeless style and endless understated verve. The look is au courant vintage chic. Beautifully made in eighteen-karat ye...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1960's 18k Yellow Gold Extra Wide Cleopatra Bracelet
Located in Boston, MA
An exquisite piece from the glamorous 1960s, this Cleopatra bracelet exudes timeless elegance and opulence. Crafted from luxurious 18k yellow gold, the bracelet boasts an impressive ...
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1960s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

1935 Three 0.45ctw Diamonds Ring solid Platinum Ø 6.5US / 1.8gr
Located in SE
Nice ring hand -made in 1932 . Combination of Platinum and three natural Diamonds of old European Diamond. Beautiful and still very sturdy and damage - resistant ergonomic construc...
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1930s Swedish Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Tishman & Lipp Sputnik Spikes Clips-On Earrings In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Clips-on earrings designed by Tishman & Lipp. Very unusual pair of clips-on earrings created in New York city, by the jewelry company of Tishman & Lipp, back in the 1960. These pair...
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1960s American Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

European Modernist 1970 Sculptural Ring In 14Kt Yellow Gold With Lapis Lazuli
Located in Miami, FL
A modernist Zero group sculptural ring. This ring is really a sculpture. Created in Europe and most probably made in Germany around the 1960. The artistic composition can be associa...
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1960s German Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Patek Philippe Vintage 18k gold Manual Wristwatch Ref 3319/7
Located in Surfside, FL
Patek Philippe Vintage in 18k. Manual. 18.5 mm case size. Ref 3319/7. Will fit a 6.75" wrist. Fine Pre-owned Patek Philippe Watch. Certified preowned Vintage Patek Philippe Vintage...
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1960s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Universal Geneve Compax stainless steel Manual Wristwatch Ref 22703-1
Located in Surfside, FL
Universal Geneve Compax in stainless steel on a brown crocodile strap. Featuring a two tone dial with an outside tachometer ring in blue with black enamel sticks. Manual wind valjoux...
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1960s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Vacheron Constantin Geneve 18k white & yellow gold Manual Wristwatch Circa 1965
Located in Surfside, FL
Vacheron Constantin Geneve in 18k white and yellow gold manual watch. 31.5 mm case size. Circa 1965. Fine Pre-owned Vacheron Constantin Watch. Certified preowned Vintage Vacheron C...
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1960s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hamilton Raleigh Stainless Steel Automatic Wristwatch Ref Ref 759768
Located in Surfside, FL
Hamilton Raleigh manual wind watch in white gold fill on a calfskin strap. Auto w/ subseconds. 29 mm case size. Ref 759768. Fine Pre-owned Hamilton Watch. Certified preowned Vintag...
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1930s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel, White Gold

Tudor Submariner stainless steel Auto Wristwatch No Date Ref 7928
Located in Surfside, FL
Tudor Submariner No Date in stainless steel. Untouched, original dial and hands. Auto w/ sweep seconds. **Bank wire only at this price.** Ref 7928. Circa 1967. Fine Pre-owned Tudor ...
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1960s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

AGL certified Natural Beryl Aquamarine Emerald 18K yellow gold ring
Located in Surfside, FL
AGL certified Natural Beryl Aquamarine, 10.64 carats Emerald brilliant cut set in 18K yellow gold ring. Emerald cut Aquamarine measurements: 17.54 x 10.58 x 7.47 mm. Excellent color ...
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1930s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

"Snake Scale" Blue & White Enamel 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Surfside, FL
Italian Handcrafted, Vintage "Snake Scale" Blue And White Enamel Bracelet In 18k Yellow Gold.
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1960s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Italian 1960 Mid Century Clips Earrings In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Salmon Coral
Located in Miami, FL
Italian mid-century earrings with salmon corals. Beautiful pair of modernist earrings, created in Italy during the mid century period back in the 1960. These earrings has been craft...
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1960s Italian Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1935 Art Deco Style with Pearl and Diamonds Yellow Gold and Platinum Bracelet
Located in MADRID, ES
Elevate your ensemble with this exquisite bracelet boasting an Art Deco style from 1935. Crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum 950 kts, it features a lustrous pearl and sparkling d...
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Coral, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dangle 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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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Tiffany Blue Dial circa, 1960's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter 3...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Art Deco Spaulding & Co Platinum Moonstone Tuxedo Dress Set
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1930s Spaulding & Company Gents Tuxedo Dress Set, Platinum Top with 14k Yellow Gold Back and set with very fine color Moonstone. The set includes: Cufflinks, Shirt Studs and Ve...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Moonstone, 14k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Gripoix Style Flower Clip
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Gripoix Style Flower Clip from the 1930's. Pale chalcedony glass are bezeled in brass with sapphire crystal center with Belperron colorations. 1930's USA. 1.75".
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Brass

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Chain
Located in London, GB
An 18k yellow gold chain necklace with double hoop links and textured gold spacers. Length: 80cm Weight: 34.20gr
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1960s European Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Dior Turquoise Riviere Necklace 1962
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A stunning and timeless Vintage Dior Turquoise Riviere Necklace. Signed 1962. With archive pieces from her own Dior collection displayed in London's highly acclaimed Dior Designer of...
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1960s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Vintage 18k White Gold Diamond Flower Brooch
Located in Boston, MA
This exquisite vintage brooch from the 1960s is a true representation of timeless elegance. Crafted in luxurious 18k white gold, the piece showcases a breathtaking floral design adorned with dazzling diamonds. At the heart of this brooch sits a captivating transitional cut round diamond weighing approximately 0.40 carats. This center stone boasts a bright I color and exceptional VS1 clarity rating, allowing it to sparkle with brilliance and fire. Radiating outwards from the center are four rows of meticulously arranged diamonds, creating the intricate petal formation of the flower motif. These diamonds are comprised of 48 round brilliant-cut stones, collectively weighing an impressive 1.50 carats. The quality of these diamonds is remarkable, showcasing a range of H to J colors and VS2 clarity grades, ensuring a spectacular display of light and sparkle. The brooch measures an elegant 1 1/8 inches in diameter, allowing it to make a statement without being overwhelming. With a substantial weight of 8.27 grams, it exudes a sense of quality and durability. Authenticity is further confirmed by the hallmark stamped on the back of the brooch, which reads "750," indicating its composition of 18k gold. This vintage diamond flower...
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1960s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, White Gold

Vintage Circa 1960s 14k Gold Natural Old Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 3.7 grams. Totally is diamond 1 carat. The diamond is has H color and vs-s1-s2 clarity. Ring size is US 9 We can make any size. Box is not inc...
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1960s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Sterling Silver Turquoise Paneled Bracelet Old Pawn
Located in Wallkill, NY
Fabulous sterling silver paneled bracelet with a slide in clasp. Measuring .81 in wide - 7.5 inches end to end. 7 Panels each with a bezel set Turquoise stone. Will fit a 6" inch wr...
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1960s American Native American Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Vintage Circa 1960s 9k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 2.7 grams. Totally is diamond 0.20 carat. The diamond is has K color and s3 clarity. Ring size is US 8 Acid tested to be 9k real gold. We can ...
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1960s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold

18k Italian Made Estate Diamond and Ruby Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Add a touch of vintage glamour to your look with our 18k Italian Made Estate Diamond and Ruby Earrings! Crafted in the1960's, these earrings feature a stunning combination of 4.50 ca...
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1960s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

1 Edwardian Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring 2.06ct
Located in Narberth, PA
A stunning diamond engagement ring from the late Art Deco (ca1930) era! Crafted in platinum, this gorgeous piece features a stunning old Cushion Cut diamond at its center that weighs...
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1930s Edwardian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

18k Yellow Gold Cabochon Coral and Emerald Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with these stunning 18k Yellow Gold Cabochon Orange Stone and Emerald Earrings. Crafted from 18k yellow gold, these earrings feature a beautiful caboc...
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1960s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Emerald, 18k Gold

Patek Philippe Ladies Vintage White Gold Mechanical Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960s Patek Philippe Ladies Wrist Watch 16 x 16 M>M> 18k White Gold 2 Piece case with Hand Textured Design, 18 Jewel Mechanical, manual wind Nickle lever movement, Patek logo C...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Swank 18K Gold Plated Vintage Cuff Links and Tie Clip Set
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the 18K Gold Plated Vintage Cuff Links and Tie Clip Set, a sophisticated accessory set from the 1960s that adds a touch of luxury and elegance to any formal ensemble. Thi...
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1960s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Gold Plate

18K Gold Plated 1960s Blue Stone Cuff Bracelet
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the 18K Gold Plated 1960s Blue Stone Cuff Bracelet, a stunning vintage piece that blends classic elegance with a touch of vibrant color. This beautiful cuff bracelet feat...
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1960s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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18k Gold, Gold Plate

Solid Silver 1960s Rope Cuff Bracelet
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Solid Silver 1960s Rope Cuff Bracelet, a beautiful and timeless piece that adds a touch of classic elegance to any jewelry collection. This cuff bracelet is crafted f...
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1960s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver

Set of 2 Solid Silver 1960s Rope Cuff Bracelets
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing a set of 2 Solid Silver 1960s Rope Cuff Bracelets, a timeless and versatile addition to any jewelry collection. These vintage cuff bracelets are crafted from pure silver ...
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1960s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Silver

1960s Ivory Elephant Pendant
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the 1960s Ivory Elephant Pendant, a vintage piece that combines delicate charm with subtle uniqueness. This beautiful pendant features an intricately carved elephant, sym...
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1960s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Women's Vintage Rolex Watch 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is an elegant 1960's Rolex 18K yellow gold womens watch. The case of the watch measures 15mm and has beautifully designed arrow shaped lugs. The dial of the watch is gold in col...
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1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Retro Carved Jade Ring 10K Yellow Gold
Located in Montgomery, AL
We love the hand carved details & rich green hue! Ring Details Era: Retro 1940 - 1960 Material: 10K Yellow Gold Measurements: 19.9mm Length X 14.6mm Width X 4.7mm Height Off Finger ...
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1960s Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Jade, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Diamond & Emerald Day/Night Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Elevate any ensemble with these stunning 18k Diamond & Emerald Day/Night Earrings. Crafted in 1960's, these earrings feature shimmering 1.00 carats of diamonds and vibrant 1.50 carat...
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1960s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lion Brooch With Rhinestones and Gold Chain Fringe By Dominique, 1960s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century - Face measures 2.5" x 2.5" (plus fringe) - Gold plated hardware - Crystal rhinestone details - Attribute...
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1960s Unknown Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Tiffany & Co. Vintage Leaf Sapphire Brooch, circa 1960
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Leaf Motif Vintage Brooch finely crafted in 18 Karat Yellow Gold with a Florentine Satin Finish on top of high-polished gold with 4 prong set faceted deep blue color sa...
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1960s American Contemporary Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Sapphire, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Oval Sapphires and Baguette Diamond Bracelet Circa - 1938
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelet of Oval Sapphires Surrounded by Baguette Diamonds Which Embrace the Sapphires. 15 Oval No Heat Sapphires Consisting of, 6 - Kashmir, 8- Burma, 1 - Ceylon....
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1930s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage Circa 1960s 14k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond And Amethyst Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 9.1 grams. Totally is diamond 0.25 carat. The diamond is has K-L-M-N-Brown color and s2-s3-Pique 1 clarity. Ring size is US 8.5 (We offer fre...
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1960s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold

Ulysse Nardin Calatrava 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Vintage Ulysse Nardin 1960's Watch – a classic timepiece with a 34mm round 18KT gold case, emblematic of the era. The pearlized dial is adorned with full black and go...
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1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Yellow Gold

Carmosé ring with 2.95ct Antique Old cut Diamonds
Located in Stockholm, SE
This exquisite statement piece features a 0.75 ct F/VS old cut diamond at its center. Accompanying it are two oval old cut diamonds totaling 1.10ct H/VS and six additional oval old c...
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1960s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Mathey Tissot Cocktail Watch 14K Rose Gold Hidden Dial
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Mathey Tissot 1960's 14kt Rose Gold Ribbed Covered Bracelet Watch, a vintage marvel exuding timeless elegance and sophistication. This exquisite timepiece features a ...
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1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Rose Gold

Art Deco style Cocktail ring with 2.45ct Diamonds
Located in Stockholm, SE
Step into the elegance of Art Deco with this Cocktail Ring, a masterpiece of vintage allure crafted in Sweden in the 1960's. This ring, fashioned from 18k white gold, seamlessly blen...
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1960s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Mappin and Webb Large 2 Pint Cocktail Shaker
Located in New York, NY
A great large vintage Art Deco Mappin and Webb Cocktail Shaker with juicer
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Silver Plate

French 1960s Sapphire 18 Karat Yellow Gold Leaf Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Charming retro brooch, it represents a leaf set in the heart of three blue sapphires. The hook is a pin with a safety pump. Heigh...
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1960s French Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Art Deco Onyx and Diamond Arrow Jabot Pin
Located in London, GB
Here we have a fabulously rare Art Deco onyx and diamond arrow jabot pin from the world renowned jewellery house of Cartier. This piece has been crafted in France from platinum and s...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

1960 Rose Gold Sapphire Brooch
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant vintage knot brooch with floral elements set with a natural blue sapphire of about 0.50 ct. in the center. Handcrafted in the 1960s in 18-karat rose gold. Questa raffinata sp...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Mid-Century Sapphire Diamond 18k White Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Mid-Century Sapphire Diamond 18k White Gold Ring. Featuring one oval cut sapphire weighing approximately 2.45 carats. Accented by 20 round brilliant cut diamonds with a total wei...
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1960s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 2.01 Carat GIA Asscher Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Art Deco era 2.01 Carat Asscher Cut Diamond Engagement Ring composed of platinum. Featuring a 2.01 carat Asscher Cut diamond, GIA certified G color & SI1 clarity. Set with an additio...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 9kt gold serpent bangle with diamonds and rubies
Located in Braintree, GB
Step into a world of timeless elegance with our vintage serpent bangle, crafted delicately in 9kt gold. Made in England, in 1961, this bangle is adorned with a mesmerizing array of ...
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1960s British Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 9k 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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