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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Style: Victorian
Style: Late Victorian
Style: Early Victorian
Style: High Victorian
Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Old Cut Emerald and Diamond Sword Stick Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Old Cut Emerald and Diamond Sword Stick Pin. This gorgeous Victorian stick pin is crafted in 18k yellow gold. This incredible pic features...
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1890s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Pearl Coral Diamond Locket Flower Bangle 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
Fascinating romantic example of antique bangle, engraved inside 10th April 1856 – hand crafted of solid 18 KT gold – English origin Beautiful carved flower design center piece, decor...
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1850s English High Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Shakudo Double Sided Yellow Gold Cufflinks
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Shakudo double-sided yellow gold cufflinks, circa 1930s. Vintage Shakudo Double-sided Yellow Gold Cufflinks are a timeless accessory that exudes sophistication and elegance. Craft...
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1930s Japanese Victorian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Shakudo, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Circa 1900s Ottoman 8k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6.1 grams. Totally is diamond about 0.90 carat. The diamond is has H-I-J color and vs-s1-s2 clarity. Box is not included. Please contact for a...
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Early 1900s Turkish Late Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Victorian 9 Karat Gold Citrine Rose Cut Garnet Oval Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a Victorian oval pin brooch crafted in 9K yellow gold (needle - MET). Circa 1870. It features faceted citrine. The gem is surrounded with rose cut garnets. Has a C clasp. ...
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Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Citrine, Garnet, Gold, 9k Gold

Victorian Diamond Tiara
Located in London, GB
A Victorian diamond set tiara. This striking handmade Victorian yellow gold and silver diamond tiara is of scrolling floral design set to its centre...
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1860s British Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Australian Black Opal and Diamond Cluster 18 Karat Gold Ring
Located in Banbury, GB
Black Opal Approx 23.7 × 11.8 mm Depth: 5.6mm Diamonds Approx 1.81ct total Marks 18 _____...
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2010s British Victorian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Opal Garnet Cluster 14kt Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Plainsboro, NJ
Vintage Victorian Revival Opal Garnet Cluster Cocktail Ring in 14kt Gold, a stunning homage to the elegance of the Victorian era. This exquisite ring features a cluster of opals and...
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Mid-18th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Garnet, Opal, Gold

Victorian Emerald and Opal, Yellow Gold, Three Locket Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian three locket necklace has been crafted in 15k yellow gold. The three lockets/pendants have circul...
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Emerald, Opal, 15k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 10k Yellow Gold 0.52ctw Old Mine Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old Mine Cut - Prong Set - Fiery Warm Yellow Color - VS1 Clarity - 0.52ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 10k Yellow Gold Weight: 2.73 Grams Ring...
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1890s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Henry Perichon Copper and Red Jeweled Dangle Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
These fabulous French Jewelry designer Henry Perichon (aka Henry) baroque clip-on earrings boast a copper finish metal extra long dangling shape in a Victorian design inspiration orn...
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1960s French Victorian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Copper

14K and Platinum Mine Cut 1 Carat Tw Diamond Ring
Located in Big Bend, WI
14k yellow gold Victorian diamond ring with about 1.02 carats total weight of antique mine cut diamonds set in a platinum top. The center diamond mea...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Late XIXc Swiss Black Forest Carved Walnut Bear Side Table with Tobacco Jar
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Highly collectable, this Black Forest Tobacco Jar Side table is meticulously carved from walnut in a form of a bear climbing a finely detailed fir tree stem With its pivot...
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1890s Swiss Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Victorian 0.50ct Pink Sapphire and Diamond Twist Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
With a distinct Art Nouveau design, this beautiful Victorian ring features a pink sapphire flanked by two old cut diamonds at its centre. claw set diagonally the old cushion cut sapp...
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

French, 19th Century, 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond ‘En Tremblant’ Brooch
Located in Brisbane, QLD
An exceptional French, floral spray 'en tremblant' brooch pin. This 18 karat gold piece comprises of several components which screw together to form one large brooch. The piece can b...
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Snake Necklace 15k, Garnet Head with Original Box
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Victorian Era Necklace in the shape of a snake. The head of the snake is a gorgeous uniquely carved garnet cabochon and in it's mouth is a heart shaped charm also featuring a jui...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Garnet, 15k Gold

Victorian Floral Brooch with Pearls and Diamonds in Silver and Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
Victorian floral brooch in silver on 18K rose gold. The lovely brooch is set with three small natural pearls of mm in size and 33 rose cut di...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Silver

Antique Opal, Ruby and Diamond Butterfly Brooch, Circa 1890
Located in London, GB
An antique opal, ruby and diamond butterfly brooch, with opals set in the wings and abdomen, a faceted ruby set in the thorax, cabochon rubies set in the eyes and rose-cut diamonds s...
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1890s British Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Gold, Silver

Victorian 14 Karat Gold Pearl 0.14 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a Victorian cocktail ring crafted in 14K yellow gold. It is adorned with 925 hallmark silver. Circa 1890. The piece features: - 5 cultured pearls - 24 diamonds (rose cut, T...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Diamond Bangle Silver 18ct Gold 1.3ct Diamond
Located in Kendal, GB
A stunning antique Victorian bangle from the late 19th Century lined with fifteen sparkling old mine cut diamonds along the front with SI1 clarity – H colour. They graduate in size f...
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Silver, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

An Antique Gold and Silver Heart Pendant with Rock Crystal and diamondsDiamond
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A heart-shaped rock crystal pendant with an 18-carat gold and silver laurel motif along the top of the heart and a large bail all set with rose cut diamonds (app. 0.31 carat). France...
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1880s French Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Onyx Mourning Locket, 9k Yellow Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
An attractive antique Victorian onyx mourning locket. A smooth plain polished, rich inky black onyx locket with a glazed compartment to the reverse ...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Onyx, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jean Paul Gaultier Jeweled Chain Necklace with Victorian Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
This romantic beaded necklace designed by Jean Paul Gaultier Paris has a Victorian-inspired design that features a black metal chain ornate with black French jet beads complimented w...
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1990s French Victorian Jewelry & Watches

1890 Victorian 14k Yellow Gold Persian Turquoise and Seed Pearl Bypass Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
This lovely ring comes from the 1890 Victorian era and is made in 14k yellow gold with both turquoise and seed pearls. This ring is truly special for any lover of turquoise or anyone...
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1890s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 2.18 CTW No Heat Burma Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Halo Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a cushion-shaped sapphire weighing 1.16 carats total - transparent deep vivid blue Natural Burmese in origin and displaying no indications of heat treatment Prong set with...
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1860s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Victorian 1850s 18K Gold Blue Enamel Pearl & Garnet Snake Necklace
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique, pearl, garnet, blue enamel, and yellow gold necklace, formed as a snake, comprising four round pearls, two cabochon garnets, and cobalt blue enamel, set in 18 karat yello...
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Mid-19th Century European Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian 14k gold secret box floral ring, antique locket ring
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a lovely 14K gold secret box ring all in its original condition. The ring features a little box container on the ring’s head, which can be open and close with the help of a ...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Late 19th Century Gold Agate Seal Signet Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Dutch marks, stamped 585. Ring size 8 . 17gms.Length of ring head 2.3cms.Band with Dutch marks for 14ct gold. Maker's mark AJR. Seal possibly Austrian.
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Late 19th Century Austrian Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Agate, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian 15K Gold & Silver 2.82ctw Old Cut Diamond Brooch & Pendant
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A late Victorian diamond, silver and yellow gold brooch and pendant, comprising forty-four old European cut diamonds, and seven rose cut diamonds, set in silver, with yellow gold pin...
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1890s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian 18K Gold Carved Shell Cameo Papal Brooch & Earrings Suite
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian shell, and yellow gold brooch and earrings, each with a carved shell panel depicting the then Pope, set in 18 karat yellow gold, with 18 karat yellow gold pin and fitting...
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Late 19th Century Vatican Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Gold & Silver 3.5ctw Diamond Convertible Cloak Clip Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian diamond, silver, and yellow gold pin, comprising one-hundred-and-nine old mine cut, old European cut, and rose cut diamonds, set in silver, backed in 18 karat yellow gold...
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian 18K Gold Pearl, Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby & Enamel Bird Locket
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian pearl, diamond, sapphire, ruby, enamel, and yellow and rose gold locket pendant, comprising seventy-five half seed pearls, 1 whole seed pearl, six round cut rubies, six r...
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Scarf Clip Scarf Ring 15 Karat Gold Metal Turquoise Cabochon
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This elegant scarf clip is a fine example of modernistic tendencies in Victorian jewellery design which started to devellop from 1875 ca. This little jewel was created in 1880 ca ou...
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1880s English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold

Victorian 15.72 Cttw. Pink Sapphire, Ruby and Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the enchanting Victorian 15.72 Cttw. Pink Sapphire, Ruby, and Diamond Dangle Earrings—a symphony of elegance and vibrant hues. The focal point of these exquisite earring...
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2010s Victorian Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Victorian Garnet & Pearl Bangle
Located in Stroud, GB
A stunning and intricately designed Late Victorian 15ct gold bangle featuring two brilliant cut and well matched garnets. The beautiful central X motif, a universal symbol  for love ...
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1890s British Late Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, 15k Gold

Antique Victorian 9k Rosy Gold Cabochon Turquoise Interlocking Curb Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (5) Natural Genuine Turquoise - Oval Cabochon Cut - Bezel Set - Natural Variation of Greenish-Blue Turquoise Color - 5.3x3mm each (approx.) Material: Solid 9k Rosy Yel...
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1890s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Turquoise, Gold

Antique Upper Arm Bangle, or Large Wrist Bangle in Ebony and Diamonds, c 1895.
Located in Aspen, CO
Antique upper arm bangle of ebony with diamonds bezel set. Describing a perfect circle and having an internal diameter of 2-5/16th inches, this very unusual piece in fine condition ...
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1880s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique 15ct Gold Peridot & Pearl Pendant on Antique 9ct Gold Chain Circa 1900
Located in London, GB
Antique 15ct Gold Peridot & Pearl Pendant on Antique 9ct Gold Chain Dated Circa 1900 Beautiful Pendant set with real peridot and real seed pearls. The chain has a ribbed belcher pattern
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Early 1900s English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Pearl, Peridot, 15k Gold, 9k Gold

Victorian 1.50ct Opal and Diamond Three Stone Ring, hallmarked 1897
Located in London, GB
This stunning Victorian three stone ring features a trio of iridescent pals. The central opal is 0.70 carat whilst the outer pair are 0.40 carat a piece. Set in between the three pri...
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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

Victorian 18kt gold and silver Pearl and Diamond Flower Cluster Ring
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Victorian 18kt yellow gold and silver flower head pearl and diamond cluster ring. Made in England, circa 1890s X-ray tested positive for 18kt gold and silver. Please note:...
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1890s British Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Victorian Era Watch Chain Toggle Necklace 9K Rose Gold
Located in Montgomery, AL
We absolutely love this vintage beauty! She was likely used as a chain for a pocket watch & later converted to be used as a beautiful necklace. The charm is a lovely shield shape & i...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian 14 Karat Yellow Gold Old Cut Diamond Snake Ring
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a Victorian snake ring crafted in 14K slightly yellow gold. Circa 1900. The piece features old cut diamond. Signed “585” Weight: 10.61g Size: 19 (US 9) IMPORTANT: please...
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Early 20th Century Victorian Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 18ct Gold Albert Chain, c.1900s
Located in London, GB
This rare Albert chain, dates to the 1900s and features gently graduating links of 18 carat yellow gold. Each gold link is individually hallmarked, and ends in a solid gold bar. This...
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Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Gold, 18k Gold

Antique 14k Hand Carved Bone Cameo Pendant Brooch High Relief Solid Yellow Gold
Located in Greer, SC
Stunning antique high relief hand carved bone cameo, set with an elegant twisted rope border in 14k solid yellow gold. Can be worn as either a pendant or as a brooch, makes for a won...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Jewelry & Watches

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14k Gold

Early Victorian Cameo & Enamel Earrings
Located in Stroud, GB
Exquisite mid Victorian cameo and enamel earrings, circa 1850s. Beautifully designed and incredible hand-carved individual cameos of two goddesses are set with a wonderfully high re...
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1850s British Early Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Agate, 9k Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian 18k Gold & Silver 2.84ctw GIA Square Step Emerald Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Square Step Cut - Multi Prong Set - Fine Vivid Green Color - 1.64ct (exact - certified) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete In...
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1890s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver

18K gold treasure box charm pendant, gold locket pendant vintage gold charm birt
Located in Versailles, FR
Transport yourself to the romantic ambiance of 19th century France with this very cute 18K gold pendant, featuring a charming treasure box that beckons with its delicate allure. Ope...
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19th Century French Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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18k Gold

Antique Circa 1890s 8k Gold Top Silver Natural Rose Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 3.5 grams. Totally is diamond 0.75 ct. The diamond is has S3 clarity and Light brown color. Ring size is US 6 (We offer free resizing) We can ...
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1890s European Late Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

PONTIEL Round Swirl Motif Light Amethyst Glass with Sterling Silver Bracelet
Located in Houston, TX
This refined bracelet, in the style of Lalique, showcases a light amethyst swirl motif glass cabochon from Germany. The round molded piece of glass is set in a NEW sterling silver ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

10K Oval Coral Ring Victorian Gold Antique
Located in Wallkill, NY
Delicate Elongated Bezel set Coral Cabochon set in 10K Gold. Ring is a size 4.5 and can be sized by us or your jeweler. Coral measures approx. .75" top to bottom x .33" wide. This is...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Coral, 10k Gold

Victorian 15kt Rose Gold Diamond & Pearl Tiara Brooch
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Victorian 15kt rose gold and silver old-European cut diamond and pearl tiara brooch with safety pin chain. X-Ray has been tested positive for 15kt gold and silver. Made in...
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1870s British Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Rare Vintage Victorian Emerald Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Geneva, CH
Vintage antique bracelet crafted in 18K gold featuring r natural emeralds. Indulge in the splendour of history with this magnificent bracelet, a tribute to the luxurious craftsmanshi...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Emerald, Yellow Gold

Antique Pair of 18K Yellow Gold Snake Buttons - France - Late 19th Century
Located in Chatham, CA
Exceptional pair of antique 18K yellow gold snake buttons - featuring coiled snakes to each button front (signifying eternal love and commitment) with a single ruby to each snake hea...
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 15kt rose gold green agate cameo ring with a lady profile
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Victorian 15kt rose gold green agate cameo ring, featuring a lady in profile facing right, with her braided hair worn up. X-ray tested positive for 15kt. gold. Dimensions:...
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1870s British Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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14k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian Diamond And Moonstone Man in the Moon Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
A late 19th century man in the moon ring, set in silver and gold with a carved moonstone within a rose diamond. On a gold reeded shank with bifurcated shoulders and gold under bezel....
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Top Silver Natural Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 10.6 grams. Totally is side rose cut diamond 0.90 ct. Totally is main old cut diamond 0.34 ct. The diamond is has H-I-J color and s1-s2-s3-Piq...
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Victorian Belcher-Set Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Denver, CO
This Victorian solitaire ring crafted in 14K yellow gold is centered with an Old European-cut diamond measuring approximately 0.20 carat, F color VS clarity. The focal point lies in ...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

PONTIEL Round Camellia Motif Clear Glass with Sterling Silver Bracelet
Located in Houston, TX
This timeless bracelet, in the style of Lalique, showcases a clear Camellia floral motif glass cabochon from Germany. The round molded piece of glass is set in a NEW modern sterlin...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Jewelry & Watches

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Sterling Silver

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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