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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Style: Edwardian
Style: Classical Roman
Natural Square Garnet and Diamond Vintage Style Drop Earrings in Solid 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Crafted in vintage-style drop design, these yellow gold earrings feature a deep red square-cut garnet at the bottom. Adorning the top are three cascading round diamonds, offering a t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 0.60ct Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
This beautiful trilogy ring features a central sapphire with a pair of old cut diamonds flanking. The intense blue sapphire is also an oval cut stone with a weight of 0.60 carat. The...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Natural Emerald and Diamond Vintage Style Three Stone Ring in Solid 14K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
At the heart of this ring lies three mesmerizing round-cut emeralds. Crafted in radiant yellow gold, this vintage-inspired oval filigree ring exudes timeless elegance. The band's sho...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 2.66 CTW Ruby Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Gold Horseshoe Pendant Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a platinum-topped horseshoe shape featuring bead set cushion cut rubies throughout Weighing approximately 2.48 carats total - transparent medium red in color Alternating...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

A Roman Citrine Intaglio Of Hercules 1st Century AD Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
A Roman intaglio carved in a lentoid citrine. The subject is a vigorously engraved bust of Hercules to the right. The subject is beautifully rendered with the facial features in part...
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Blue Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Pendant in 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This hexagonal pendant crafted in yellow gold embellished diamonds and a round blue sapphire stationed at every third interval. Within the hexagon, a prominent central square blue sa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Amethyst Vintage Style Drop Earrings in 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Crafted in vintage-style drop design, these yellow gold earrings feature a purple drop shaped amethyst at the center surrounded by delicate yellow gold scrollwork. The dangle design ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Amethyst, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Blue Sapphire Opal Vintage Style Floral Cluster Drop Earrings in 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Crafted from luminous yellow gold, these vintage-style earrings boast a Floral Cluster Drop design. Each earring showcases a single floral cluster composed of round Blue Sapphires an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Opal, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Owl and Crescent moon pendant necklace, 15k gold and platinum, Ruby
Located in NEWARK, GB
You can't help but be enchanted by this beautiful and rare antique owl and crescent moon pendant necklace. Did you ever come across such a beautiful and ...
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Ruby, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Edwardian Art Nouveau Gold Silver Diamond Peridot Long Drop Earrings, C 1900
Located in Firenze, IT
A delicate pair of early 20th C Edwardian long drop earrings composed of 3 articulated sections in silver and 18K yellow gold. The earrings are embellished with antique rose cut dia...
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Early 20th Century European Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, Yellow Gold, Silver

Edwardian 1905 Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold And Platinum With Diamonds And Ruby
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian ring with diamonds and ruby. A beautiful antique ring from the Belle Epoque period, created in England during the Edwardian period, back in the 1905. This stunning ring wa...
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Natural Blue Sapphire and Diamond Vintage Style Solitaire Ring in Solid 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Step into an era of eternal allure with our captivating vintage-inspired ring, meticulously crafted in a lustrous yellow gold band. At its heart lies a captivating round natural blue...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 9 Karat Gold Paste Swallow Heart Locket Pendant
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is an Edwardian heart shape locket pendant crafted in 9K gold. Circa 1910. The piece depicts a swallow reaching for a branch. It features red and clear paste. There is a spac...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

Edwardian Sugarloaf No Heat Sapphire Diamond Platinum 14K Gold Halo Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a sugarloaf-shaped sapphire cabochon weighing approximately 2.30 carats total Natural Cambodian in origin with no indications of heat treatment - transparent dark blue Set ...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Roman Caesar Coin Replica Charm Pendant, 24kt Gold, Silver and 0.02ct Diamond
Located in Bozeman, MT
Roman Caesar Replica Coin Charm Pendant, 24kt Gold, Silver and 0.02ct Diamond Size - Medium,  1 Diamond - 0.02cts 24kt Gold - 0.50 grams SS 925 - 3.17 grams THE STORY Caesares; in...
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2010s Turkish Classical Roman Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Natural Blue Sapphire and Pearl Art Deco Style Filigree Ring in Solid 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Expertly crafted from delicate filigree yellow gold, this captivating vintage design encircles the round blue sapphire at its center with timeless elegance. Intricate openwork detail...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Blue Sapphire and Pearl Vintage Style Bloom Pendant in Solid 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Crafted from solid yellow gold, this elegant floral pendant is adorned with cascading round opals on the bail. The pendant showcases a bloom floral clusters of eight petal-shaped des...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Sapphire Pearl Diamond Vintage Style Floral Drop Earrings in Solid 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
The Vintage Style yellow gold earrings feature a top tier floral cluster design. Each earring is composed of multiple shiny round white pearls and a round and faceted Blue Sapphire g...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Blue Sapphire Vintage Style Filigree Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Expertly crafted from delicate filigree yellow gold, this captivating vintage design encircles the round blue sapphire at its center with timeless elegance. Intricate openwork detail...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roman Carnelian Iintaglio 1ST-2ND Cent. AD 18 KT Gold Ring Depicting Demeter
Located in Roma, IT
This 18Kt gold ring showcases an authentic Roman carnelian, tracing its origins to the 1st-2nd century A.D. Adorned with the image of Demeter, known as Ceres in Roman mythology, this...
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2010s Classical Roman Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Carnelian, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Edwardian Pearl Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Edwardian Pearl Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cluster Ring. Featuring one cream pearl measuring approximately 5.75 mm. Accented by eight old European cut diamonds with a total weight o...
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro look Natural pave rose cut Diamond sterling silver Ruby Ring
Located in Delhi, DL
-Diamond type- Natural rose diamond -Diamond color- white with a tint of grey -Diamond weight- 1.55ctw -Metal- 925 Sterling silver Metal color- yellow gold plated Gemstone- Ruby...
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2010s Indian Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sterling Silver

Natural Peridot Vintage Style Carved Solitaire Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Step into a world of timeless elegance with our stunning vintage-inspired ring. Crafted with care, this ring features a carved yellow gold band that exudes luxury and sophistication....
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Peridot, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 15ct Gold 1920’s Large Heart Shape Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Heart Locket 15ct Gold Tested Circa 1920’s Gorgeous sized, heart shaped antique locket. Beautiful, yellow gold matt finish, with engraved initials on the reverse. The ...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 15k Gold

Edwardian Aquamarine 10K Filigree Ring
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details: Sweet vintage Aquamarine 10K white gold filigree ring. The ring has a sweet filigree pattern surrounding the stone with an engraved band. The ...
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20th Century Unknown Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Aquamarine, White Gold, 14k Gold

Antique 18ct Gold Edwardian 5 Stone Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Boat Ring 18ct Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1919 Set with 5 Diamonds Size L - can be sized using our resizing service Free shipping All of our items are either Antique...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Roman Bronze Trajan Coin Pendant (pendant only)
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Authentic Roman Bronze Coin Pendant of Marcus Ulpius Trajanus, the Roman Emperor from 98 AD to 117 AD, set in a 22k Gold Bezel . Pendant measures approximately 1.75" long by 1 & 9...
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15th Century and Earlier Classical Roman Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

22k Gold, Bronze

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Edwardian Gate Bracelet with Heart Padlock
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gate Bracelet 9ct Rose Gold Stamped Circa 1900 Makers Mark C E D Beautiful, Edwardian Gate Bracelet. Complete with Heart Padlock Clasp. Bracelet Measures Approx Length...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 9ct Gold Edwardian Seed PearlPendant / Brooch Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Locket Pendant 9ct Gold Dated 20th March 1903 This exquisite Edwardian locket is a true testament to the elegance of the time period. Crafted from 9ct gold, it features ...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

Antique Edwardian 18k Gold Locket With Sapphire
Located in Montgomery, AL
This antique locket was crafted sometime during the Edwardian design period (1900-1915). The case is 18K gold and features a cabochon cut sapphire in the center. The sapphire is synt...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Old Cut Diamond Five-Stone Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a fabulous diamond cluster ring dating back to the Edwardian period. Five round faceted old European cut diamonds have been individually milgrain set in platinum across ...
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Late 19th Century Edwardian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Back & Front Stamped Edwardian Oval Floral, Swallow Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Locket 9ct Rose Gold Back & Front Stamped This Edwardian locket is a stunning piece of jewellery that is sure to catch the eye of anyone who sees it. The locket is ov...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 9k yellow gold Belcher link chain necklace, Edwardian
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful antique, Edwardian era 9ct yellow gold Belcher or rolo link chain necklace. Rich gold links with a pretty rolo or Belcher design, this...
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carats 4.25 Natural Diamonds 18k Gold Pendant/Brooch
Located in Massafra, IT
Brooch/Pendant have remained a timeless accessory for centuries. They add elegance and charm to any outfit, effortlessly your style .With their versatility, you can wear as a brooch...
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21st Century and Contemporary Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Morganite and Diamond Halo Cluster Pendant Necklace in White and Rose Gold
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
This gorgeous Morganite and Diamond halo cluster pendant necklace is a stunning combination of elegance and style, crafted in a unique blend of both 9ct white and rose gold. At the c...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Rossella Ugolini 18K Gold Sapphires Diamonds Stud Clip-On Earrings
Located in Rome, IT
Exquisite Rossella Ugolini clip-on stud earrings, crafted from luxurious 18K yellow gold adorned with Sapphires and Diamonds. These versatile disc Earrings offer a unique blend of el...
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2010s Italian Classical Roman Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 4.80 Ct Natural Untreated Sapphire and Diamond three stone ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Past Signature Ring This beautiful antique ring is Edwardian period, substantially hand crafted of solid 18 Kt gold, stamped internally and punched with outside worn hallmarks hardly...
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Early 1900s European Edwardian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

Certified Natural rose cut diamonds sterling silver Galaxy eternity band
Located in Delhi, DL
This is a beautiful galaxy eternity band is an antique style sterling silver ring. Crafted by fine artisans, it has 2.10ct diamonds...
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2010s Indian Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver

Authentic Roman Intaglio 1st-2nd century AD 18 kt Gold Ring depicting God Zeus
Located in Roma, IT
Crafted in 18 kt gold, this ring showcases an authentic Roman carnelian from the 1st-2nd century AD, portraying Zeus, the revered king of the Greek pantheon, adorned with the symboli...
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2010s Classical Roman Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Krementz 14 Karat Gold and Mother of Pearl Cufflinks and Button Dress Set
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A great, vintage Krementz dress set. Comprised of a pair of cufflinks and 3 buttons in 14k gold and set with a purple to black iridescent Mother of Pearl. A smart dress set from Kr...
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold

Antique Edwardian Diamond Cross Pendant 18 Yellow Gold
Located in Joelton, TN
A lovely cross pendant from the Edwardian Period ( CA 1910s). This wonderful piece is crafted in 18 karat, yellow gold and forms the shape of an ornate cross. The body of the cross ...
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Early 1900s European Edwardian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Edwardian Citrine, Pearl, Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Citrine Necklace 18ct Gold & Platinum Tested Circa 1900 This exquisite Edwardian pendant is a perfect blend of vintage charm and contemporary elegance. Crafted with 18ct ...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

3.00 Carat Diamond and Blue Sapphire Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Adorned with a poetic swirl of cornblue sapphires and shimmering diamonds, this boucle-style ring captures the fluidity of a sparkling cocktail swirl. With VVS clarity and F color, e...
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2010s European Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique 18ct Gold Edwardian Ruby & Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ruby & Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1900 Lovely, Edwardian gold band style ring. Set with alternating, natural rubies & diamonds. The centre stones in pretty squ...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

A Roman Silver Coin Pendant (pendant only)
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Authentic Roman Silver Severus Alexander Antoninianus Coin (Roman Emperor from 222 - 235 AD), set in a 22k Gold Bezel. On the reverse side, a Winged Victory with shield at feet. T...
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15th Century and Earlier Classical Roman Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

22k Gold, Silver

Edwardian Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Set in this glossy 18ct gold ring are three Diamonds and two Rubies. The three diamonds total 30pts and the rubies total 30pts. The stones are set in simple claw settings and the sho...
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold

Circa 1900s Edwardian Opal and Old European Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Year: 1900s Ring Size: 5 (Sizable) Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 5.0grams Opal Details: Australian Opal, All Colors in color play, 9x6mm ...
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1980s Edwardian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18K gold heart shaped diamond star locket pendant
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a very sweet 18K gold heart-shaped photo locket pendant, a timeless piece that seamlessly blends romance and a touch of antique charm. The pendant features a heart shape, s...
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Early 20th Century French Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Edwardian Diamond Portrait Brooch, c.1902
Located in London, GB
This characterful piece, crafted in c.1902 can be worn as either a necklace or a brooch. It features a stunningly detailed portrait painted with three small diamonds set as if to be ...
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Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

18k White Gold Diamond Edwardian Style Bow & Tassel Jacket, Enhancer Earrings
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
These unique multi-use 18k white gold earrings with diamonds are crafted in a stunning edwardian bow and tassel design and are the epitome of versatility and luxury. Expertly crafte...
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Late 20th Century Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Coin & Pyrite Necklace (pendant only)
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Authentic Roman Coin, Moesis, Nikipolis, Septimus Serverus AE (193 - 211 AD), Obverse (front) is Bust of Septimus Serverus with Basket of Fruit on Reverse, set in a 22k Gold Bezel...
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15th Century and Earlier Classical Roman Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

22k Gold

Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum Edwardian Diamond Daisy Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Daisy Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Stamped Circa 1910 Pretty, Edwardian diamond daisy ring. Set with natural diamonds, i...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

King Agrippa I Ancient Coin Earrings Set in 14K Gold
Located in Venice, CA
These 14k gold earrings feature ancient coins that were minted in Jerusalem in 42 A.D. The coins were minted during the reign of Herod Agrippa I—the grandson of Harod the Great—who ...
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15th Century and Earlier Israeli Classical Roman Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Wedgwood Mid-century 9ct Gold Blue Jasperware Cameo Brooch Circa 1954
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A stunning mid 20th century 9ct gold blue jasperware ceramic cameo brooch, by Wedgwood. Dating from the mid 1950’s the central scene depicts the Greek goddess Selene riding her twin ...
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1950s English Edwardian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Pearl and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
Here we have an excellent pair of drop earrings from the turn of the 20th century. Each piece has been crafted from 18ct yellow gold and showcases five rose cut diamonds which have b...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Edwardian Peridot Pendant Necklace 9 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian Peridot Pendant Necklace in 9 Karat Yellow Gold. This pretty pendant is set to its centre with a round cut periodot of 0.95 car...
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1910s European Edwardian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Peridot, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Edwardian Curb Link Albert Watch Chain Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Albert Chain 9ct Rose Gold Stamped Hallmarked Birmingham 1919 Makers Mark W H W Ltd- (W H Wilmot Ltd Birmingham) Gorgeous, Edwardian, curb link chain. This lovely, double watch...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold

Edwardian 1.65ct Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
Timelessly beautiful, this trilogy ring dates back to the Edwardian period. All three diamonds are old cut stones, with the centre diamond weighing 0.65 carat, and the flanking pair ...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

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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