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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Style: Retro
Style: Renaissance
18 karat Estate Art Deco Gold Bracelet
Located in San Francisco, CA
An Art Deco bracelet that is just as fashionable today as it was when it was created. This 18 karat stunner measures 7" long and 1" wide, and features a stylish buckle clasp. The vin...
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Mid-20th Century Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Cocktail Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.3 grams. Totally is diamond 0.35 ct. The diamond is has H color and vs-s1 clarity. Totally is ruby 0.15 ct. Ring size US 6.75 We can make a...
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1980s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

White and Fancy Diamonds, Onyx, White Stones, 14 Kt Gold Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Circa 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Emerald Decorated Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6.5 grams. Totally is diamond 0.50 ct. The diamond is has F-G-H color and vvs-vs clarity. Total lenght is chain 40 cm. Please contact for any ...
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1980s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Retro Yellow Gold French Cocktail Ring with Emeralds and Diamonds IGI Certified
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
This Retro Yellow Gold French Cocktail Ring is a captivating blend of vintage charm and modern allure. Crafted from luxurious 18kt yellow gold, it exudes a warm and radiant glow that...
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Mid-20th Century French Retro Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Pearl, Emerald, Diamonds, Platinum Pendant.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Platinum

Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Enamel Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 7.6 grams. Totally is diamond 1.05 ct. The diamond is has G color and vvs-vs clarity. Ring size is US 7 We can make any size. Please contact ...
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1990s European Retro Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Vintage Circa 1970s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Decorated Snake Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.2 grams. Totally is diamond 0.18 ct. The diamond is has H color and vs-s1-s2 clarity. Totally is sapphire 0.25 ct. Ring size is US 8.25 We ...
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1970s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Emerald Strong Tank Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 13.5 grams. Total weight is diamond 1 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs clarity. Totally is emerald 0.94 ct. Ring size size is US 7 ...
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1980s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Gruen Cocktail Watch 14K White Gold and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Gruen 1950's Ladies Cocktail Watch, a timeless blend of elegance and sophistication. Encased in a 14x14mm 14KT White Gold Square Case, this exquisite timepiece exudes...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

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

Mathey Tissot Bracelet Watch 14K Yellow Gold Integrated Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the distinguished Mathey Tissot 1960's 14kt Gold Nugget Bracelet Watch, a symbol of timeless sophistication and elegance. This exquisite timepiece features a refined 17mm...
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1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Yellow Gold

Demantoid Garnet 15 Karat Yellow Gold Frog Stick Pin, Circa 1950
Located in London, GB
A demantoid garnet 15 karat yellow gold frog stick pin, circa 1950. This charming stick pin depicts a realistically modelled frog which is beautifully hand detailed to show the frog...
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1950s British Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Garnet, Gold, Yellow Gold, 15k Gold

Turquoise, Diamonds, Platinum Retrò Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum

White Pearls, Emeralds, Diamonds, 14 White Gold and Rose Gold Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1980s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Vintage Omega ladies 14k white gold plated wristwatch
Located in NEWARK, GB
An attractive vintage ladies wristwatch by renowned manufacturer Omega. It is a 14ct white gold plated watch with a silver tone dial, black numerals and hands and it is a manual win...
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Mid-20th Century European Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold Plate, White Gold, Stainless Steel

Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Emerald Solitaire Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 8 grams. Totally is emerald 3.50 ct. Total lenght is chain 44 cm. Please contact for any questions.
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1980s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Emerald, 18k Gold

Aquamarine, Lapis, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold Band Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

South-Sea Pearls, Sapphires, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Fly Shape Bracelet.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Lapis Lazuli Anchor Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 24.2 grams. Totally is diamond 0.75 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs-s1 clarity. Totally is sapphire 0.25 ct. Total lenght is chain...
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1990s European Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Baume & Mercier Calatrava 14K Yellow Gold Florentine Finish
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Baume & Mercier 1960's 14kt Gold Bracelet Watch, a vintage marvel radiating elegance and refinement. With a sleek 24mm 14kt gold case and bracelet, adorned with a Flo...
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1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Yellow Gold

Vintage Circa 1970s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Caliber Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 10.3 grams. Totally is main old cut diamond 0.42 ct. Totally is all diamond 1.32 ct. The diamond is has G color and vvs-vs clarity. Totally is...
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1970s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Sellita Cocktail Watch 14K White Gold and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautiful 1950's Swiss made Sellita Cocktail Watch. The watch is. 14K white gold and is decorated with 0.50TDW of high quality diamonds. Sellita to this day is considered ...
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1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, White Gold

Gubelin 1960's 18KT Yellow Gold Ladies 2.00CT Diamond Watch
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the captivating Gubelin 1960's Diamond Bezel Bracelet Watch, a stunning embodiment of luxury and sophistication. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this timepie...
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1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Aquamarine, Onyx, Diamonds, Platinum Bracelet.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Yellow Gold Opal Pearl Hinged Bangle Bracelet
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal Pearl Hinged Bangle Bracelet. The 1950s bangle bracelet features nine pearls and nine opals prong-set in a bypass design. The pearls and opals measure 3.1mm...
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1950s Unknown Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Opal, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Pearl, Multicolor Sapphires, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Circa 1960s 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Band Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.6 grams. Totally is diamond 0.70 ct. The diamond is has G-H-I color and vvs-vs clarity. Ring size is US 8 We can make any size. Box is not ...
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1960s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Vintage 8 Carat Imperial Topaz and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A contemporary cocktail ring, emblematic of your favorite Retro era Hollywood glam talents. The focal point of this stunning ring is an 8.85 carat natural Imperial Topaz, precisely cut into an impressive elongated oval. Crafted in 14k yellow and white gold, 8 marquise cut natural diamonds flank the yellow jewel...
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Mid-20th Century Retro Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Imperial Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Retrò Bracelet
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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2010s Italian Retro Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hamilton Cocktail Watch 14K White Gold and 4.00CT Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Hamilton 1950's 14kt Gold Diamond Bracelet Watch, a stunning blend of luxury and elegance. This exquisite timepiece features a marquise-shaped case and matching brace...
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1950s American Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, White Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 3 grams. Totally is diamond about 0.50 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs clarity. Total lenght is chain 42 cm. Please contact for an...
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1980s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Vintage Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Open Bean Claw Link Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Cartier bracelet finely crafted in 18 karat yellow gold featuring open interlocking claws and bean link. The bracelet measures 7" long and 6.9 .mm wide with a push down hook ...
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20th Century French Retro Jewelry & Watches

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Eloga Kent 14K Yellow Gold and Diamond Cocktail Watch
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Vintage 14kt Yellow Gold Eloga Kent Cocktail Watch, a timeless treasure exuding elegance and sophistication. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this exquisi...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Rolex Oyster Raleigh Reference 3478
Located in New York, NY
This is a vintage 1942 Rolex Oyster Raleigh reference 3478. This watch is powered by a manual wind Rolex caliber 65 manual wind movement. The stainle...
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1940s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Stainless Steel

Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Butterfly Strong Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 12.6 grams. Totally is diamond 2.50 ct. The diamond is has G color and vvs-vs clarity. Ring size is US 6.25 We can make any size. Please cont...
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1990s European Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Leopard Head Pendant
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 16.9 grams. Totally is diamond 2.41 ct. The diamond is has G-H-I color and vs-s1-s2 clarity. Totally is ruby 0.30 ct. Please contact for any q...
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1990s European Retro Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Robert Coin 18K Rose Gold, White Enamel, And Diamond 'Cobra' Bracelet
Located in Kenley surrey, GB
This chic open cuff cobra bracelet features 1.25 total carats of Round Brilliant cut Natural diamonds in 18 karat Rose gold and 18 karat white gold. A collection of sixty-four (64) ...
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Rose Gold, Enamel

Amber, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Retro Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Amber, Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Thomax 1950's Ladies 14KT Pink Gold Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Watch
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the exquisite Thomax 1950's Ladies Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Watch, a timeless embodiment of luxury and elegance. Crafted with precision, this captivating timepiece featu...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold

Retro Aquamarine and Three-Color Gold Earrings with Scroll and Ribbon Motifs
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Retro aquamarine and three-color gold clip earrings featuring large emerald-cut aquamarines in gold mounts embellished with scrolled, ribbon-like yellow, white, and rose go...
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1940s Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Nerny Platinum Cocktail Watch With Diamonds and Sapphires
Located in New York, NY
This is an elegant 1950's Platinum Cocktail watch with diamonds and sapphires. The watch has a total diamond weight of 1.50TDW. The watch is powered by a high grade Swiss 17 jewel mo...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Hamilton Cocktail Watch Platinum and 7.25CT Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This is an exquisite 1950's Hamilton Platinum and Diamond cocktail watch. The watch is a piece of superb mid century watch design and is decorated with 7.25CT-TDW of high quality dia...
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1950s American Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Halo stud Earrings 1ctw. natural Ruby 0.65ctw. Diamonds 18K Gold/3.9gr
Located in SE
A pair of fine flower halo studs in solid 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum. A bit fragmented British hallmarks on the sticks: maker's H&W, 750, Birmingham, year letter not clear. Hand-...
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1950s English Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Hamilton 1950's Cocktail Watch Platinum and Diamond
Located in New York, NY
This is an elegant Hamilton Platinum and diamond Cocktail watch from the 1950's. The case and lugs are decorated with 2.30CT-TW F-VVS/VS of round and baguette cut diamonds. The case...
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1950s American Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Agrafe 18K Yellow Gold Link Necklace 16" Long
Located in New York, NY
Pre-Owned Cartier gold necklace from the Agrafe collection finely crafted in 18 Karat yellow gold featuring a unique clasp consisting of a an open circle and hook closure. The neckla...
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1980s French Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sandoz Uno 18K and 8.00CT Diamond Cocktail Watch
Located in New York, NY
This is a mid century gem a solid 18K white gold Sandoz Uno cocktail watch. This watch is decorated with 8.00CT/F-H color VVS1 and VS diamonds. It features a flip cover over the dial...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, White Gold

Onyx Diamonds Tanzanite Rose Gold Band Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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White Diamond, Tanzanite, Onyx, 14k Gold

Pesag 14KT White Gold and Diamond Cocktail Watch
Located in New York, NY
Introducing a masterpiece from Pesag, Vintage Retro Era design, the 14KT White Gold and Diamond Hinge Case Ladies Wrist Watch. This exquisite timepiece, featuring a 17x37mm case, exu...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, White Gold

Retro 18k/Platinum Sapphire + Diamond Line Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
An attractive line bracelet from the late Retro (ca1940s) era! Crafted in platinum and 18k yellow gold, this beautiful bracelet boasts diamonds and sapphires that together create a f...
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1940s Unknown Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Gruen Curvex Tank Watch 10K Gold Filled Manual Wind
Located in New York, NY
This is an original condition 1940's Gruen Curvex Tank watch with a 10K gold filled case. This is one of the larger size Curvex models with a case measuring 22mm x 40mm lug to lug. ...
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1940s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Gold-filled

Cartier Must de Cartier Vermeil Manual Wind Tank Watch
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Cartier Tank Vermeil Watch: Timeless Elegance. Embrace refined luxury with the Cartier Tank Vermeil Watch. This iconic timepiece from the 1970s boasts a black dial, ...
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1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Vermeil

Retro Brooch set with Diamonds pink gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
Retro brooch set with rose cut and old mine cut diamonds diamonds up to 1.00ct - G/H - SI/Pique - pink gold and silver - 5 cm x 7.5 cm Detailed description The brooch is 5.0 cm wid...
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Early 20th Century European Retro Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Gold, Silver

1938 Halo Ring natural 0.45 ct Sapphire ctw. 0.65ctw Diamonds 18K Gold/ØUS8/2.9g
Located in SE
Beautiful Halo Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with natural Blue Sapphire and 8 Diamonds in White Gold / or Platinum settings. Floret/ crown measures Ø 11 mm x 4.5 mm deep. Natural Sa...
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1930s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum, 18k Gold

Retro Period 18 Karat Gold, Aquamarine and Diamond Brooch
Located in Brisbane, QLD
An 18 karat gold 'Retro' period twirling ribbon brooch set with diamonds and aquamarines. The brooch whilst unsigned likely originates from the United States during the 1940s and has...
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1940s American Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Vintage 9k yellow gold wide band ring, engraved, chunky
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous vintage 9ct yellow gold band ring. It is a chunky and wide band ring with a slightly domed profile and an attractive engraved pattern. This piece is really taking the hu...
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Mid-20th Century British Retro Jewelry & Watches

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9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Caliber Sapphire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 4 grams. Totally is diamond about 0.25 carat. The diamond is has G color and vvs-vs. Totally is sapphire 0.55 carat. Ring size is US 7.2 (We o...
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1980s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Baguette Cut Diamond And Emerald Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.9 grams. Totally is diamond 1.90 ct. The diamond is has G color and vvs-vs clarity. Totally is emerald 1.30 ct. Ring size is US 9 (We can ma...
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1990s European Retro Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Emerald

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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