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Jewelry For Sale
Period: 19th Century
Period: 18th Century and Earlier
Victorian 18 Karat Gold Pearl Rose Cut Diamond Arrow Bar Brooch
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a Victorian arrow bar brooch crafted in 18K gold. The piece features cultured pearls and rose cut diamonds. Circa 1890.
Weight: 5.15g
Length: 6cm
IMPORTANT: As a buyer, yo...
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
Georgian Silver Paste Brooch or Pendant with Pink Paste Drop
Located in Stamford, CT
You have heard the phrase this is to die for, apply it to this 19th century French Black Dot Paste Pendant that is a brooch as well. A floral top stone subtly pink, measures about 3c...
Category
1780s French George III Antique Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Lipstick Case Pendant Necklace Sapphire 14 Karat Gold Antique Belle Epoque
Located in New York, NY
INDULGE IN A SPECTACULAR ANTIQUE SAPPHIRE ADORNED LIPSTICK CASE PENDANT NECKLACE IN SOLID 14 KARAT GOLD OF THE HIGHEST QUALITY. THE JEWEL IS SIMILAR TO THOSE BY CARTIER. THE LIPSTI...
Category
19th Century Unknown Belle Époque Antique Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Georgian Pinchbeck Chain English 41" English
Located in Southbury, CT
This is a rare 41" original Pinchbeck chain from England. It was created near 1820 and is in excellent condition, with no damaged links, stains, or damage of any kind. The original c...
Category
1830s English Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Pinchbeck
$3,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Georgian 15 Kt Gold Amethyst Star or Snowflake Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
The color is royal in this genuine Georgian Amethyst Star or Snowflake pendant c. 1820. The small orbs around the gems are called granulation. They are little beads of gold that jewe...
Category
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Gold, 15k Gold
Victorian Enamel Gold Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Lifelike enamel floral brooches were extremely popular throughout the 19th Century. Made mostly in Newark, NJ during the last quarter of the 19th Century, these hand enamelled flower...
Category
Late 19th Century American Edwardian Antique Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold
Victorian Black and White Enamel Watch Chain Extender
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Victorian Enamel & Lapis Watch Chain with 18k Gold Links and Fob (Circa 1870)
A rare antique chain with exquisite detailing—ideal as a luxurious chain ex...
Category
1870s Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 15k Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Sterling Silver Homeric Medallion Link Bracelet
Located in Venice, CA
This sterling silver link bracelet contains oval medallions with the profile of a handsome helmeted warrior, a popular motif in 1880-1890’s flatware that made its way into jewelry de...
Category
1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Bloodstone Signet Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
A clean 15kt gold signet ring that has not been engraved. This gives you the opportunity to engrave the stone to show your identity. The bloodstone has little red flecks that the pho...
Category
1870s English Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, 15k Gold
Antique Faith, Hope, and Charity Locket of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This antique, 14k gold locket (circa 1880) features a blue enamel cross, heart, and anchor representing faith, hope and charity. There is a glass compartment on the reverse that can ...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold, Enamel
Bochic “Orient Chic” Curated Antique Ring From Burma 18k Solid Gold & Ruby
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic Curated Antique Ring From Burma 18k Solid Gold & Blue Sapphire
This is the kind of ring you see in a Museum
South East Asian Antique Agate Gem Old Burmese Pyu Pagan Gold Ring...
Category
Late 19th Century Burmese Retro Antique Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Kashmir 4.03 Carat Antique Cushion Cut Royal Blue Sapphire, SSEF Certified.
Located in New York, NY
An extraordinary offering for the discerning collector; a 4.03 carat natural, untreated Kashmir Sapphire , certified and exhibiting the legendary Royal Blue color - deep, velvety and...
Category
19th Century Asian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Blue Sapphire
Roman Gold Ring with Amethyst Intaglio depicting a Bearded Man, 3rd century AD
Located in Firenze, IT
A Roman gold ring depicting a bearded man facing right. The figure is made in a naturalistic manner, with short hair and a beard. He has a detailed face with a long, straight nose. T...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Gold, 22k Gold
Victorian Enamel Hand with Pearl Pendant of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A 14k gold pendant with an enamel hand grasping a pearl. It was created from an antique button (circa 1870) that our jeweler transformed by adding a 14k gold back and bail.
The piec...
Category
1870s Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold
Antique Opal Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Late 19th century half-circle opal and diamond ring, five graduated oval opal cabochons set in an 18Kt gold scroll-cut setting embellished with rose-cut diamonds, maker's mark BS, ha...
Category
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1883 Antique British Bracelet solid Sterling silver 14K Rose gold size S/M /36gr
Located in SE
Antique British Sterling Silver Bangle Bracelet in Neoclassical design. Decorated with raised floral ornamentation accented in 14K Rose and Yellow Gold over Silver.V- lock and box cl...
Category
Late 19th Century English Belle Époque Antique Jewelry
Materials
Rose Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold
Antique French Silver Hair Comb Hair Ornament
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This hair comb was handcrafted in the late 1830's, the engraving in the centre is typical for the design of the second quarter of the nineteenth The design of this hair comb feature...
Category
1830s French Antique Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Genuine 1.90 Carat Natural Loose Indicolite Tourmaline Emerald Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Blue Indicolite Tourmaline
Weight : 1.90 Carats
Dimensions : 9.1x5.8x4.2 Mm
Origin : Kunar Afghanistan
Clarity : Eye Clean
Shape: Emerald
Color: Blue Indicolite
Certificate: On Dem...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Afghan Arts and Crafts Antique Jewelry
Materials
Tourmaline, Indicolite
$200 Sale Price
20% Off
Lovely Victorian Mine Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful Victorian Mine Diamond Earrings from the late 19th Century. Each diamond weighs conservatively .65 cts. for an approximate to...
Category
1870s American Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique 18th Century Georgian Rose Cut Diamond 14K Rose Gold Trilobed Cross
Located in New York, NY
Fine elegant late 18th century Georgian rose cut diamond 14K rose gold trilobed cross.
Hand cut, natural diamonds of irregular shapes, approximately 2.2 TCW
The Trilobed cross, som...
Category
Late 18th Century British Georgian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Griffin Charm of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Antique Griffin Charm with Sapphire & Diamond in 14k Gold (c. 1890)
A mythical guardian of treasure and a symbol of courage and strength, the griffin ...
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Rare Gem-Set Gold Enamelled Armlet 'Bazuband' Mughal India 18th/19thCentury
Located in OVIEDO, AS
A rare late 18th /early 19th C Indian Mughal "Bazuband or Bajuband" with 11 gemstones (North India, Lucknow). The armband of rectangular form with hinged attachments on either, in the manner of a "Navratna". Centring upon a flowerhead white sapphire surrounded by petals on a green enamel ground and a thin blue enamel border. Mounted in + 22K Gold, with an outstanding enamel work on the reverse with flowers and petals in red and blue against a white ground, and with green champlevé enamel; measurements: 7 cm across X 4.5 cm.Weight: 36,26 gr
Late 18th/Early 19th Century, North India. Exhibited 2014 with Ref.: 42939 in Mumbay and Delhi in Saffronart.
Navaratna is a Sanskrit compound word meaning "nine gems" or "ratnas". Jewellery created in this style has important cultural significance in Asian cultures as a symbol of wealth, status, and also as having other claimed talismanic benefits to health and wellbeing. The setting of the stones is believed to hold mystical powers.
References: Seligman, T. K. and Balakrishnan, U. R. Enduring Splendor; Jewelry of India...
Category
Early 19th Century Indian Artisan Antique Jewelry
Materials
Multi-gemstone, 22k Gold
Antique 9ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Floral Engraved Peony Oval Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Locket
9ct Yellow Gold
Circa 1880
Discover the exquisite charm of this 9ct Yellow Gold Victorian Locket. Oval-shaped and thoughtfully designed, this stunning piece sh...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique French Dangle Earrings natural 2ctw Diamonds solid 14K Rose Gold /3.2 gr
Located in SE
A pair of French dangles in 14K Rose Gold with folding hooks and a bit off round rose cut Diamonds settings Ø 6 mm / ca. 1 ct. each or 2 ctw total weight.
Very peculiar cut of stone...
Category
Late 19th Century French Arts and Crafts Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 18K Gold French Dog Seal Fob Pendant Watch Key Initials D D Bloodstone
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This beautiful seal in the shape of a dog with its matching watch key was made in France in the last quarter of the nineteenth century. It would have graced a French gentleman's wais...
Category
1880s French Antique Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Austro Hungarian Turquoise Garnet and Pearl Locket Pendant
Located in Portland, England
This exquisite late 19th century Austro-Hungarian turquoise, garnet and pearl circular locket pendant is dated circa 1890. The locket is decorated with a central turquoise cabochon s...
Category
Late 19th Century Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, Pearl, Turquoise, Enamel
Antique 14K Yellow Gold Lady's Hunting Watch W/ Chain by Waltham Watch Co. 1888
Located in New York, NY
This striking antique 14K Yellow Gold Lady’s Hunting Watch w/Fob by Waltham Watch Co. 1888 retains its original gold case, movement and dial work, an exq...
Category
Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Antique Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold
Antique Victorian Amethyst and Diamond Cufflinks. Late 19th Century.
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Antique Victorian Amethyst and Diamond Cufflinks. Late 19th Century.
An exceptional and unique pair of antique cufflinks, meticulously crafted in solid 14K gold and silver finishi...
Category
1890s European Late Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian 9ct Gold and Silver Gilt Coral and Pearl Locket
Located in Portland, England
A lovely Victorian 9ct gold locket decorated with seed pearls and coral. The central 9ct gold panel has a floral motif accented with lustre pearls and subtle coral. A similar floral ...
Category
Late 19th Century European Antique Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Pearl, Gold, Silver
Signed G. Torrini Pietra Dura Rose Lily Flower Brooch Pin 14 Karat Gold Antique
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a museum quality signed Giocondo Torrini Pietra Dura Brooch Pin in 14 Karat Gold with inlaid semi-precious stones creating a mosaic image of flowers, including a gorgeous ...
Category
19th Century Italian Etruscan Revival Antique Jewelry
Materials
Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Scottish Agate, Jasper, Paste Sterling Silver Dirk Kilt Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Scottish market kilt brooch in the form of a Dirk.
In (English) sterling silver.
Set with agate, jasper, a round citrine, and paste stones.
Hall...
Category
1890s Scottish Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Jasper, Citrine, Sterling Silver
1892 Karin's Nordic Men Ring Mars Ares Intaglio Hematite 18K Gold ØUS13/ 7.6gr
Located in SE
Antique Signet Intaglio Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with claw set fine intaglio on Hematite stone depicting depicting Greek Ares (Roman Mars ...
Category
1890s Swedish Greek Revival Antique Jewelry
Materials
Hematite, 18k Gold
Antique 19th Century French Rouge Marble Mantle Clock by Japy Frères
Located in Portland, England
Antique 19th Century French Rouge Marble Mantle Clock made by well known French clockmaker Japy Frères circa 1890. This rouge veined marble and ormolu mounted two train clock is deco...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Jewelry
1784 Antique Royal Imperial Vienna Sorgenthal White Cat porcelain figure
Located in SE
Very rare Antique hard paste porcelain figure of a Cat made at the Royal Porcelain factory of Vienna in 1784 , Sorgenthal period (1784 - 1805). Detailed Overglaze hand - painted deco...
Category
1780s Austrian Artist Antique Jewelry
Victorian Aesthetic Movement Sterling Silver Floral Locket
Located in Portland, England
This gorgeous antique sterling silver large oval locket dated 1879. Beautifully engraved with a floral motif in the from of the locket and a geometric, scrolled motif on the reverse....
Category
1870s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Rare Georgian French Paste Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Late 18th Century, Georgian French Paste Necklace. Heavy sterling mounts set with pastes, quartz and gilt metal etched applications. Likely Frenc...
Category
1780s French Georgian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Quartz, Gilt Metal, Sterling Silver
Antique 19th C. W. Marshall & Co Scottish Sterling Silver Brooch of Lorn Replica
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine, antique 19th Century copy of the Brooch of Lorn (or Lorne).
In sterling silver with rock crystal and garnet cabochons.
By the renowned jewelers, William Marshall & Co. of E...
Category
1890s Scottish Revival Antique Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver
Exquisite Engraved Gold Medieval Posy Ring c. 1400 – 1450
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1400 – 1450
This exceptionally rare medieval posy ring is crafted in high-karat gold (approximately 22.25 Kt) and exemplifies the fine goldw...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Medieval Antique Jewelry
Materials
Gold
18th Century Gold Tourmaline Iberian Catalan Pendeloque Earrings Spanish
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
This stunning pair of pendeloque-style earrings hails from Iberian Spain, dating back to the late 18th century. Crafted from 14k gold, these earrings feature a classic teardrop design, offering a timeless elegance and opulence.
Each earring is adorned with vibrant tourmaline gemstones, showcasing a beautiful array of colors.
The earrings measure 87mm in length (3 3/4 inches ) x 22mm (3/4 inches max width ) in width, with a total weight of 16.3 grams. They are not marked and has been tested 14k, confirming the gold content. The earrings are not signed, indicative of the artisan-made craftsmanship typical of the period.
Condition:
Overall good antique condition looks like One of the stones has been replaced with an orange stone otherwise its in great condition for its age .
These earrings would have been worn by the Spanish aristocracy in the late 18th century, a period known for its extravagant and elaborate jewelry. The pendeloque style—with its long, dangling teardrop shape—adds a refined and graceful movement to the design, making them perfect for a special occasion or as a statement piece in a fine jewelry collection.
Whether you're a collector of antique Spanish jewelry...
Category
18th Century Spanish Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Tourmaline, Gold
Neoclassical Grey Agate Intaglio Of Heron Men's Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
This 18 Kt gold and silver ring features an authentic neoclassical grey agate 1790's engraved with a depiction of a heron.
The legend of the mythical Phoenix is said to originate ...
Category
Late 18th Century Italian Classical Roman Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique 15ct Gold, Victorian Blue Enamel Heart Pendant with Seed Pearl Centre
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Heart Pendant
15ct Gold Tested
Circa 1890
This exquisite Victorian pendant exudes elegance and charm with its heart-shaped design and intricate details. Made of 15ct gold...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Enamel
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Paisley Patterned Round Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Locket
15ct Yellow Gold Tested
Circa 1880
This 15ct yellow gold Victorian locket features a gorgeous paisley-style pattern on both sides, adding a touch of elegance ...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgian 18k Ruby & Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous ruby and diamond cluster ring from the Georgian (ca1750s) era. Crafted in 18k yellow gold, this ring features a cluster of Burmese no-heat rubies. The central ruby is held...
Category
1750s Georgian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Pietra Dura Locket
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Pietra Dura Locket from the late 19th Century set in 9K gold. Inlaid hardstones form a floral design in turquoise, alabaster and agate ...
Category
1880s British Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Onyx, 9k Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold Victorian Opal, Diamond & Demantoid Garnet Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Opal Cluster Ring
18ct Gold Tested
Circa 1880
Introducing a stunning Victorian 18ct gold cluster ring, featuring a magnificent op...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Garnet, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Earrings with rose cut diamonds up to 2.00ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold and silver earring set with rose-cut diamonds, totaling approximately 2.00 ct G/H SI
Detailed description:
The earring measures 4.2 cm high by 2.2 cm wide
Total weight: 1...
Category
1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian 14K Gold Filigree Pendant with Pearls, Emeralds & Pink Topaz, ca. 1850
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This beautiful antique pendant is a refined elegance and meticulous craftsmanship of the mid-19th century. Likely originating from England around 1850, this piece is created in 14 ka...
Category
Mid-19th Century European High Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Topaz, 14k Gold
Antique 18kt Gold Blood Stone Fox Watch Fob Pendant
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
A truly remarkable and one-of-a-kind piece, this Victorian watch fob pendant is crafted in 18kt solid gold and showcases exquisite 3D artistry. Featuring a stunning pair of intricate...
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Gold
Antique 15k Gold Locket, Turquoise and Pearl, Portrait, Forget Me Not
Located in NEWARK, GB
This beautiful antique 15kt gold, Turquoise and Pearl locket is really a very special and sentimental piece.
Rich aged 15kt yellow gold with a pretty wreath of forget me not flowers...
Category
19th Century British Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Early Victorian Large Cabochon Garnet & Diamond Tassel Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Garnet Tassel Pendant
18ct Gold
Circa 1870
* THE CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY
Step back in time with this exquisite Early Victorian tas...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Silver Hair Comb Silver Hair Ornament
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This comb was handcrafted in the 1st quarter of the 19th century out of silver. On the two outside teeth there are remains of rubbed unidentifiable hallmarks. The comb came from a Fr...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Jewelry
Materials
Silver
19th Century Revivalist Brooch, Eugene Fontenay
Located in Riverdale, NY
Lovely Etruscan Revivalist Brooch from the 19th Century attributed to Eugene Fontenay. Pendant brooch in 18K gold in the Archeological Revivalist style with central Neoclassical hand...
Category
1860s French Etruscan Revival Antique Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage Carved Chinese Ivory Emperor 14kt Gold Chain
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exquisite Vintage Chinese Ivory Pendant, masterfully carved in the likeness of an emperor, is a striking representation of traditional Chinese artis...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Jewelry
Materials
Gold
Vintage Italian Tubogas Cuff Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold, 65 Grams
Located in Miami, FL
A luminous tribute to Italian artistry, this vintage Tubogas cuff bracelet is exquisitely crafted in 18K yellow gold, showcasing the fluid, coiled elegance of the iconic Tubogas tech...
Category
1860s Italian Modernist Antique Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique French 19th Century Silver & Niello Vesta Case By A. Dubois
Located in Portland, England
This exceptional and rare antique French silver and niello vesta case dating to circa 1880 is made by A. Dubois.
The front of the vesta case is decorated with a pair of birds sittin...
Category
19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Antique Jewelry
Materials
Silver, Niello
Victorian 18k yellow gold snake ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This antique Victorian ring is crafted in rich 18k yellow gold, radiating warmth and historical charm. Its bold gold presence and timeless design reflect the enduring elegance of tur...
Category
19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Diamond Solitaire Ring, 18k Yellow Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
This beautiful antique 18kt gold diamond solitaire ring really shines.
A handsome piece set into rich 18kt yellow gold with ornately engraved chunky shoulders, the face housing a tw...
Category
19th Century British Victorian Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$567 Sale Price
40% Off
Vivid Antique Georgian Garnet Necklace c. 1820
Located in Stamford, CT
Blooming forms of red Georgian garnets lay smoothly on the neck and fall in an inch arrangement of flowers on the chest. Red is the color of passion. The reverse is the wonderful Geo...
Category
1820s English George III Antique Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, 10k Gold
Early 22k Carnelian Intaglio Ring of Jupiter Holding Victory
Located in Hummelstown, PA
Early carnelian intaglio depicts Jupiter seated holding Victory
Measurements: 16mm north to south, intaglio 12 x 9mm
Weight: 5.6 grams
Size: 8 3/4
Category
1820s Antique Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, 22k Gold
Antique Bourbon Era "Ricordo" Gold Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
An incredibly rare southern Italian Bourbon-era fede ring circa 1790, from what was formerly known as The Kingdom of the Two Sicilies (which later became Italy). Jewels from this reg...
Category
1830s Italian Neoclassical Antique Jewelry
Materials
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.