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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Period: 19th Century
Period: 18th Century and Earlier
Antique 18K fede friendship ring circa 1880
Located in Baltimore, MD
The two clasped hands on this Victorian heavy yellow gold fede ring signifies friendship or love. The fede ring is an Italian term and signifies 2 hands clasped in faith, or "hand i...
Category
1880s British Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Gold
Antique Chinese Late Qing Carved Pink Tourmaline Art Deco Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Late Qing
The antique Chinese tourmaline carvings depicting a pair of birds, perhaps magpies, on a gourd, a symbol of mystery, longevity and used as an amulet. The pair of magpies representing double happiness.
Tourmalines: Each measuring 32mm by 15mm by 7mm, each approximately 27.5 carats, 55 TCW; Highly transparent, of bright pink colour with good saturation, shows typical minor natural inclusions and fissures under 10X magnification and not easily seen with unaided eye.
Diamonds: H-I, VS, Baguette and Old European cut, approximately 1.25 TCW
Length: 2.57 inches
Width: .57 inches
Striking Art Deco period diamond white gold settings accent the delicately carved vibrant pink tourmalines often refered to as Rubellite. In the 1920's, popularized by Cartier, the combination of carved gemstones with Art Deco style diamond settings led to the design know as Tutti Frutti. Juxtposition of stylized linear motifs of the diamonds and the sinuously flowing shapes of the carved gems form a beautifully balanced elegant design.
Pink tourmalines were favorites of the Empress Dowager...
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19th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Gold And Ovoid Agate Roman Cameo Dog Ring 2nd-3rd century AD
Located in Firenze, IT
Roman, Imperial period, ca. 2nd to 3rd century CE. A wonderful gold ring mounted with an ovoid agate cameo of a dog. The cute canine sits with his body facing left. Man’s — and woman...
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Agate, Jasper, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Men's Ring with old mine cut diamond up to 0.45ct 14k gold 3.3 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold men's ring set with emerald shape old mine cut diamond total approximately 0.45ct - H - SI - ring size US 7.5 - EU 17.75 (56)
detailed description:
the top of the r...
Category
1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique Micromosaic Butterfly Necklace of 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This exceptional pendant features micromosaic butterfly mounted in buttery 18k gold. The pendant was originally an antique cufflink (circa 1880) that our jeweler transformed by addin...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Sapphire, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Micromosaic Brooch of 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
An exceptional micromosaic brooch (circa 1800-1825) reminiscent of a fine renaissance era painting.
Created by the hands of a master craftsman, this extraordinary miniature work of ...
Category
Early 19th Century Renaissance Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Antique Arts and Crafts Silver Plate Tiara Head Ornament
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This extravagant tiara in the Arts and Crafts taste was created out of silver plated copper in the last decade of the nineteenth century out of silver plated copper. The metal shows ...
Category
1890s English Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Silver
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 & Watches
Materials
18k Gold
3 Stone Old European Cut Diamond Gent’s Victorian Trilogy Gold Band Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Handsome Men’s 3 Stone Old European Cut Diamond Victorian Gold Trilogy Band Ring. Securely Hand set with three Old European Cut Diamonds, weig...
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Star Locket Black Onyx Pearl Engraved Silver Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a magnificent Antique Victorian to Art Deco Locket Pendant in Black Onyx with an exquisite Pearl set Star Motif on the Black Onyx. The elegant early locket is silver with a...
Category
19th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Onyx, Pearl, Silver
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 & Watches
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 18ct Gold & Silver, Early Victorian Moonstone, Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Moonstone Ring
18ct Gold & Silver
Circa 1865
Step back in time with this exquisite early Victorian ring, crafted with exceptional attention to detail. This stunning piece...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Moonstone, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage Pendant 50ct Emerald 1.32ctw Diamonds solid 18K Yellow Gold / 16 gr
Located in SE
This is a very attractive golden pendant with a huge natural Emerald surrounded by Diamonds.
Emerald measures 24 mm x 20 mm x 14 mm deep / ca. 50 ct .
This stone is of Light Green ...
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1880s Swedish Retro Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Victorian Rose-Cut Diamond Rosette Ring 18k Gold - Old european cut diamond
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
Crafted in 18-carat yellow gold, this exquisite ring centers on a single rose-cut diamond of approximately 0.50 carat, bezel-set in a gently domed chaton. Flanking the central gem ar...
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Intense Ink Indigo Blue Loose Tourmaline 1.35 Carat with Cushion Shape Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Blue Indicolite Tourmaline
Weight : 1.35 Carats
Dimensions : 7.2x5.9x4.8 Mm
Origin : Kunar Afghanistan
Clarity : Eye Clean
Shape: Cushion
Color: Blue Indigo
Certificate: On Demand
I...
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17th Century Afghan Arts and Crafts Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Indicolite, Tourmaline
Antique Nordic Pendant Picture Locket oval solid 18K Yellow Gold/ 4.35gr
Located in SE
Antique Pendant / Locket made of solid 18K Yellow Gold. Detailed hand - engravings in miniature proportions on both sides.
One sections with inner removable bezel inside.
Swedish l...
Category
1860s Swedish Arts and Crafts Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
A Roman Ring With A Intaglio Nicolo Minerva 1st Century AD
Located in Firenze, IT
A ROMAN INTAGLIO NICOLO with MINERVA 1ST CENTURY AD
Period: I - II century A.D.
Top size: 14.5 mm
Ring size: 7
Weight: 5.2 gr
The carving, from Roman...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Agate, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
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 & Watches
Materials
Amethyst, Gold, 22k Gold
Victorian Emerald Diamond and Gold Pendant
Located in Towson, MD
Rich in history and elegance, this Victorian pendant features four emerald-cut emeralds, totaling approximately 0.69 carats, set in 18 and 10 karat yellow gold. Their deep green hue ...
Category
19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 10k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Victorian blue enamel guilloche locket, 18k round photo holder pendant
Located in PARIS, FR
Victorian enamel locket pendant in 18 karat gold. Napoleon III period medallion pendant decorated with guilloché blue enamel in a pattern of flower garlands and a laurel frieze. The ...
Category
1890s French Late Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Enamel
Antique Ring Diamonds Blue Enamel solid 18k Gold Ø 6US /5.2gr
Located in SE
Great looking ring with an attached floret of seven old diamond cut Diamonds pave set in white Gold clusters and surrounded by 12 Blue Enamel panels smoothly conforming down the shou...
Category
Late 18th Century European Arts and Crafts Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Victorian 14k Beetle Pendant/Charm
Located in Narberth, PA
During the 19th century the discoveries of ancient archaeological finds influenced and brought on what is referred to as “archaeological revival jewelry”. The initial Egyptian Reviva...
Category
1820s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow 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 & Watches
Materials
Pinchbeck
Antique Victorian Pressed Horn Mourning Brooch, c.1880
Located in London, GB
A poignant and beautifully crafted example of Victorian mourning jewellery, this antique brooch dates to around 1880. The piece features an intricately carved floral design, formed f...
Category
Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Antique Victorian Opal Diamond Ring Enamel 18k Yellow Gold 5.5 Cocktail Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish antique Victorian opal & diamond ring (circa 1880s to 1900s) crafted in 18 karat yellow gold.
Cabochon cut opal measure from 2mm to 7mm angel skin coral measures 12mm x 5.5...
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Melissa Venus Victrix Intaglio Signet Ring Carnelian 18K Gold ØUS8/5.8gr
Located in SE
Old Signet Unisex intaglio 18K (tested) Gold Ring featuring Carnelian(type of Agate)stone with the detailed carved depiction of Cupid receiving the arrows from his mother, goddess Ve...
Category
Late 18th Century European Greek Revival Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Carnelian, 18k Gold
Antique 9 Kt Yellow Gold Fancy Link Long Chain Necklace, Guard Chain, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
This stunning antique, Victorian 9kt yellow gold, fancy link longuard chain is sure to turn some heads.
We love a good long chain here, such a versatile and wearable piece of jewell...
Category
19th Century British Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 11.06 CTW No Heat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond 14K Gold Antique Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a cushion cut sapphire weighing approximately 9.26 carats total - transparent light blue in color
Natural Ceylon (Sri Lankan) in origin and displaying no indications of hea...
Category
1860s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Boucheron Victorian Diamond Enamel Silver 18K Yellow Gold Antique Cross Pendant
By Boucheron
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as an ornate cross shaped form suspending from a fleur-de-lis shaped surmount
Comprised of flaring trefoil terminals with twisting edge surrounds and enamel throughout
Trans...
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1870s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, En...
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 & Watches
Materials
Sterling Silver
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 & Watches
Materials
14k 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 & Watches
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Chester Hallmarked 1885 18 1/2 Inch Curb Link Albert Chain
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Albert Chain
9ct Rose Gold Stamped
Hallmarked Chester 1885
Makers Mark S S
Introducing a remarkable 9ct rose gold Victorian Albert chain, originally utilised as a pocket...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Elaborate 19th Century French Silver Lapis Letter Opener
Located in Riverdale, NY
Elaborate 19th Century Sterling Silver Gothic Revivial Lapis Lazuli and Garnet Letter Opener. French in origin set with large lapis lazuli and garnet cabochons in elaborate silver Re...
Category
1880s French Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Garnet, Lapis Lazuli, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Iberian Of Diamond & Emerald Girandole Pendent Earrings 18th Century
Located in Firenze, IT
Antique Iberian pendant earrings set with rose-cut diamonds and emeralds in silver and gold, closed on the back, with scrollwork details.
Period. 18th...
Category
18th Century Italian Georgian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Paste Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Antique paste articulated earrings are set in sterling silver from the late 19th Century. The pastes on the cluster drop are set into crown settings and ...
Category
1880s American Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Scotch Pebble And Silver Brooch dated Circa 1890
Located in London, GB
Antique Scotch Pebble And Silver Brooch dated Circa 1890
Typical Scottish Brooch with really nice examples of scotch pebble and beautifully hand crafted silver leaves.
Category
1880s English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Carnelian, Silver
Antique Chinese Carved Jade Foo Dog Figurine
Located in Chesterland, OH
Antique Jade Carving of a Chinese Foo Dog – A Powerful Talisman of Protection & Prosperity
This exquisite jade carving depicts a majestic Foo Lion (Shi) in a gracefully coiled posit...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Jade
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...
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1780s Austrian Artist Antique Jewelry & Watches
Antique Georgian 18K Gold Amethyst Pendant Necklace Cannetille - c.1820
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this gorgeous Georgian antique 18ct amethyst pendant made c.1820.
The pendant features a lovely multi stone design with fine cannetille work in between. C...
Category
1820s Georgian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 18k 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 & Watches
Materials
Carnelian, 22k Gold
Antique French Pendant Locket Micromosaic natural stones solid 18K Gold / 9.2 g
Located in SE
Antique French Pendant/Locket in solid 18K Yellow Gold with micro-mosaic Cross ornaments on both inlayed with different semiprecious stones with great acc...
Category
1890s French Arts and Crafts Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Victorian brooch with rose cut diamonds up to 0.25ct 14k gold 7.3 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold brooch set with rose diamonds up to 0.25ct - G/H - SI
detailed description:
The size of the brooch is approximately 4.1 cm by 2.7 cm wide
weight: 7.3 grams
set wi...
Category
1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Lovely Georgian Paste Earrings
Located in Riverdale, NY
Lovely Georgian Paste Earrings from the early 19th Century of foiled crysolite quartz and citrine. Articulated pendant drop with smaller fancy ...
Category
1820s Portuguese Georgian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Quartz, Citrine, Silver
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...
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Early 19th Century Indian Artisan Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Multi-gemstone, 22k Gold
Rare Antique Pair of 19th Century "Poissarde" Diamond Dangle Drop Hoop Earrings.
Located in OVIEDO, AS
MAGNIFICENT PAIR OF GEORGIAN POISSARDE DIAMOND EARRINGS, Diamonds bright and lively. Extremely rare to find a pair of diamond poissarde earrings like this.
Antique Pair of Early 19t...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Loose GIA Certifed 0.94ct J Si1 Old European Cut Diamond
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This is an a geniune antique 0.94ct old european cut diamond. The color is J and the clarity is Si1; the diamond faces up quite white and it is eye-clean. Importantly, it is GIA certified. The diamond will come in a black velvet display case...
Category
1890s Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond
Antique 19th Century Davis & Galt Philadelphia Sterling Silver Repousse Tea Ball
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique, American large-sized tea ball or infuser.
In sterling silver.
By David & Gault, silversmiths active in Philadelphia in the 1880's and 1890's.
The thick gauge sterl...
Category
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Belle Époque Bangle Crysoberyl Cats Eye Silver Gilt Natural Seed Pearl
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This delicate bangle is decorated with a large oval chrysoberyl cats eye cabochon in the centre of the bangle. To either side are two smaler round chrysoberyl...
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1890s German Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Chrysoberyl, Pearl, Silver
Antique Certified 4.97ct Fancy Light Yellow Old Cushion Cut Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A beautiful antique 4.97ct old cushion cut diamond three stone ring set in 18k yellow gold and platinum.
The ring is centrally set with a stunning antique old cushion cut diamond wh...
Category
1890s Unknown Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Victorian Red Coral Intaglio Seal Bead
Located in New York, NY
An antique 19th-century stone intaglio seal bead. Round shape, faceted surface. The intaglio depicts a rose flower. Victorian Collectibles, Mineral Stone Carvings, Stamps And Seals.
...
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19th Century European Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Coral, Sterling Silver
IMPERIAL RUSSIAN Faberge Diamond Green Guilloche Enamel 14k RG Egg Drop Earrings
By Fabergé
Located in New York, NY
Rare Circa 1890s IMPERIAL RUSSIAN Faberge Diamond Green Guilloche Enamel 14k Rose Gold Egg Drop Earrings
The Fabergé egg earrings, which were created by imperial court jeweler Carl Fabergé's artisans in the late 19th to early 20th century, a unique and extremely rare a pair, featuring 14K Rose Gold, Diamonds & Green Guilloche Enamel Drops.
In 1886, Fabergé was given an annual commission by Czar Alexander III to produce eggs for the Imperial family. These eggs were intricately designed and crafted using materials such as gold, silver, enamel, precious stones, and semi-precious stones and they become a sensation. EVERYONE wanted them! Not only were these eggs made for the Russian nobility, but also for European elite and Fabergé's own shops.
These exquisite 1890s Russian Imperial Faberge earrings in 14k Rose Gold, crafted with very fine bright green guilloche enamel and old cut diamonds, capturing the timeless elegance of 19th century symbolism. In essence such eggs symbolize life, rebirth, and love. As such they can convey a coded, intimate, and loving message.. These earrings, a testament to Faberge's unparalleled artistry, not only showcase the beauty of the natural world but also carry the rich symbolism and history associated with this enduring icon.
Bows incrusted with 19 Diamonds on top (each earrings): 7- 1.90mm, 12-1.33mm and
4 Diamonds on the drops (each earrings): 1-2.25mm, 3-1.25mm. It's difficult to calculate the weight exactly, approx. 60ctw. Bright, glowing, everything you're looking for from antique diamonds
They have a European kidney bean wire back, extremely secure, the weight is 9.17grams, dimensions: 38mmx 14mm. Thickness 6.23mm
The hallmarks on this pair, such as "56" zolotniks ( 14k - 583 gold) tell us that they were made in Russia during the Imperial Period before the Communists revolted, which resulted in the Revolution of 1917. And the Maker's Mark BC in Cyrillic.
Comes with the original FABERGE jewelry box...
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1880s European Russian Empire Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
Antique Victorian Double Snake Bracelet Coiled Enamel 14k Yellow Gold Bangle
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Victorian double coiled snake bracelet crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (circa 1880s to 1900s).
Red and green enamel adorn the snakes. Some loss to the ename...
Category
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Victorian Diamond Brooch Crescent 14K Gold - c.1890
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this stunning antique Victorian diamond brooch made c.1890.
The brooch is made from solid 14ct gold and in spectacular Victorian fashion. Featuring a crescent design, profusely decorated with fine old cut diamond of tapering sizes on a silver faced mount, the brooch is most certainly an attractive and distinguished in design.
Celestial jewellery was increasingly vogue during the Victorian era as renewed fascination of stars & heavens carried into fashion and goldsmithing. The crescent moon was a symbol of the Greek God Selene, representing of a feminine empowerment and change just like the phases of the moon.
In addition to such symbolism, insect designs also offer the perfect opportunity to display high level goldsmithing, with intricate and fine gold/silver mounts, curves and angles to ensure the diamonds dazzle in their finest light.
Owing to its silver front, the diamonds and its mount have a uniform chic appearance; lively and stylish yet not too ostentatious. This brooch most certainly makes for a distinguished and discerning choice to wear with a variety of clothing.
The reverse side of the brooch has a pin which allows it to be worn with jumpers, jackets or coats.
The brooch is unmarked as is common with articles of this period and as such we have tested it for gold indicating 14ct gold.
Not only would this piece make for an excellent collectable/display but also serves as a wonder piece of antique Victorian celestial...
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1890s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Kochert: Imperial Jewellers in Vienna: Jewellery Designs 1810-1940 (Book)
By Kochert
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
This is a rare and important book. It offers a faithful illustration of a great documentary source, namely the jewellery designs created between 1810 and 1940 by A.E.Kochert, the pre...
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19th Century Antique Jewelry & Watches
Antique French Silver Coloured Paste Hair Comb Hair Ornament
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This fine hair comb has been handcrafted in the 1830's. It is
made out of silver and in the centre decorated with a beautifully sculpted large cental flower...
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1830s French Antique Jewelry & Watches
Diamond, Blue Enamel and 14K Yellow Gold Antique Ring
Located in Derby, NY
This antique ring in 14K yellow gold is regal in design, featuring a crown-like blue enamel and sparkling diamonds. Crafted with intricate details, this piece exudes a timeless elega...
Category
1890s Unknown Modern Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Victorian 18 Karat Gold Seed Pearl Oval Ornamented Locket Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a Victorian highly ornamented oval locket pendant crafted in 18K yellow. Circa 1890.
The piece features seed pearls.
The locket contains a glass cover inside.
Weight: 1...
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Pearl, 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.