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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Period: 1970s
Period: 1910s
Must De Cartier Tank Vermeil Manual Wind with Deployant Buckle
Located in New York, NY
This is an excellent condition Must de Cartier vermeil tank watch. This watch is powered by an in house Cartier manual wind movement. This watch is a mid size tank perfect for eithe...
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1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Vermeil

Black Star & Frost Edwardian Platinum Gold Diamond and Pearl Hair Combs
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1910 Black Star & Frost Platinum top and 14k Hair Comb / Pins, measuring 3 3/4 inches in length, having a Horse Shoe top set with old cut Diamonds and ...
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1910s American Edwardian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum

Vintage Circa 1970s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Decorated Drop Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 3.7 grams. Totally is diamond 0.55 ct. The diamond is has H-I-J-K-L color and vs-s1-s2-s3 clarity. Totally is sapphire 0.25 ct. Please contact...
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1970s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Ilias Lalaounis 18k gold and lapis lazuli earrings with mountain goat design
Located in London, GB
These 1970s Lalaounis clip-on earrings are shaped as medallions with mountain goat designs on them. Made of 18k gold the design is centred around a cabochon lapis lazuli. They are a...
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1970s Greek Classical Greek Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Paul Garnier Calatrava Date Automatic Rolled Gold Plate
Located in New York, NY
This is a 1970's Paul Garnier automatic calatrava. This watch is powered by a 17 jewel automatic Felsa caliber 4462 movement. This Paul Garnier features a date function at 9 o'clock....
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1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Gold Plate

Vintage Triple Row 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
A vintage triple row 18 karat yellow gold ring This ring is designed as three rings stacked atop each other and fused together in a bold and unusual design. Each ring features hamme...
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1970s Unknown Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Gold and Sapphire Bracelet
Located in London, GB
An 18k gold bracelet in a twisted design spaced with sapphires. Signed: E.Nannini Length: 19.5cm Weight: 125gr Origin: Milan, Italy
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1970s Italian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Reference 1500
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date reference 1500 is from 1977 and remains a timeless classic suitable for both men an...
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1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Stainless Steel

Vintage Poodle and Ball Brooch, c.1970s
Located in London, GB
This whimsical vintage brooch features a playful poodle with a ball. Crafted from 18 carat yellow gold the piece is beautifully crafted, with 0.02 carat rubies used for the dogs eyes...
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1970s Unknown Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Etruscan Style 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
An Etruscan style 18 karat yellow gold ring This ring features a domed circular base studded with tiny polished gold balls, leading to a tapered band, also with engraved relief deta...
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1970s British Etruscan Revival Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Steel Datejust with Original Silvered Dial And Papers circa, 1970's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel and White Gold Bezel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSI...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Gold, Stainless Steel

Vintage French Lapis Lazuli 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bug Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized insect with four stipple textured wings and a fluted torso Featuring a carved twist motif lapis lazuli lower body measuring 8.0 x 19.0 mm Medium ultramarine b...
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1970s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1.77ct Diamond, Enamel and Platinum Horse and Huntsman Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.77 carat diamond, enamel and platinum horse and huntsman brooch; part of our diverse antique equestrian jewellery collections. This stunnin...
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1910s Unknown Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Platinum, Enamel, White Gold

20ct Diamond Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
An 18k gold and diamond necklace set with 20.00cts of brilliant cut diamonds. Length: 40.5cm Weight: 56gr
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1970s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.30ct Green Tourmaline (Verdelite) & Diamond Two-Tone Gold Dress Vintage Ring
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Centering an oval Sparkling Verdelite Tourmaline, of vibrant forest grass green colour of 1.30ct approx. One of the properties of Green Tourmaline is often described as Energy in...
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1970s Australian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold

Yves Saint Laurent Dark-Silvery Metal Earrings
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent - (Made in France) Impressive antique dark-silvery metal earrings ornamented with black, orange, crystal, and purple rhinestones. Additional information: Conditio...
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1970s French Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Vintage Circa 1970s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
Vintage Circa 1970s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Ring In very good condition. Total weight is 7.4 grams. Totally is diamond 0.20 ct. The diamond is has G color vvs-vs clari...
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1970s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Edwardian 1.01ct Diamond Three Stone Twist Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
This ring from the Edwardian period features a truly unique design. The vertical three diamonds are enveloped in a twisting band to create an eye catching piece. Taking centre stage ...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Mauboussin Paris 18k Hammered Gold Diamond Coral Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Mauboussin Paris 18k Hammered Gold Diamond Coral Earrings. This beautiful pair of clip-on earrings were made in the 1970s and weigh 25.2 grams. They contain 8 total modern brilliant ...
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1970s French Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

Vintage Circa 1970s Platinum Natural Old Cut Diamond Decorated Solitaire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 4 grams. Totally is diamond 0.62 carat. The diamond is has Fancy color and vs clarity. Ring size is US 6.5 (We offer free resizing) Acid tes...
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1970s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Collectible Cartier by Dinh Van Ankh Ring
Located in PARIS, FR
An Ancient Egyptian symbol, the Ankh is said to represent everything from life to harmony to the sun and movement of time. This stylized Ankh ring was made by Jean Dinh Van for Carti...
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1970s French Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold

1970s Jade Jadeite Beaded Bracelet
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Adorn your wrist with the elegance of the 1970s Jade Jadeite Beaded Bracelet, a timeless piece that radiates natural beauty and sophistication. This Chinese jade malà...
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1970s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Jade

Antique Pearl, Diamond, Platinum And Gold Cluster Pendant, Circa 1910
Located in London, GB
An antique, pearl and diamond cluster pendant, with a silver white natural bouton pearl, in the centre of a diamond cluster, of eight alternating larger and smaller old-cut diamonds,...
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1910s English Edwardian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Platinum

Vintage Circa 1970s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6.1 grams. Totally is brilliant cut diamond 0.65 carat. Totally is rose cut diamond 0.25 carat. Totally is ruby about 0.75 carat. Dimention i...
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1970s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Vintage Circa 1970s 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Bracelet
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 27 grams. Totally is diamond 0.50 ct. The diamond is has H-I-J-K color and vs-s1-s2-s3 clarity. Total lenght is 18.5 cm. Box is not included. ...
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1970s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Vintage Enamel, Amethyst, Diamond and Pearl Floral Pendant
Located in London, GB
This is a truly wonderful Art Nouveau style 18ct yellow gold natural pearl, amethyst, diamond and enamel pendant. The highly decorated, iconic Art Nouveau frame has a floriated desig...
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1970s Art Nouveau Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Amethyst, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Edwardian 1.74 CTW Old Mine Cut Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a Toi et Moi style bypass ring terminating with two old mine cut diamonds prong set in platinum Weighing approximately 1.68 carats total - H/I color with VS2 clarity Fla...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Edwardian Diamond Platinum 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Pear Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a pear cut diamond weighing approximately 0.11 carat J color with SI1 clarity - set in milgrain bezel with halo surround Comprised of old European cut diamonds - well match...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage aquamarine and diamond cocktail ring, circa 1970
Located in London, GB
Vintage aquamarine and diamond cocktail ring. Set with a rectangular step-cut natural aquamarine in an open back split corner claw setti...
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1970s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Edwardian Pearl and 0.30 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique pearl and 0.30 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and platinum set cluster ring; part of our collection of Edwardian rings This fine and impressive Ed...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Garnet and Enamel Earrings with Diamond Florettes and Seed Pearl Accents
Located in New York, NY
A pair of antique Edwardian period garnet, diamond, enamel, and pearl pendant earrings of girandole design, comprising collet-set garnets and seed pearls cascading from scrolled whit...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Garnet, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Chanel Bracelet Haute Couture Golden Metal Openwork
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Golden metal openwork bracelet. Haute couture jewelry from the Coco era. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 17 cm Seller Reference:...
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1970s French Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Vintage Ruby and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful ruby and diamond three-stone ring. This vintage piece has been crafted from 18ct white gold and features trio of precious gemstones. An oval faceted rich r...
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1970s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

1970s French 18k yellow and rose gold hefty bangle
Located in London, GB
This stunning 1970s French 18 k gold bangle is beautifully made from yellow and rose gold. The design consists of alternating flower and leaf patterns...
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1970s French Contemporary Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Yves Saint Laurent Red and Black Beaded Necklace
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent - Necklace made of three strings of black and red glass beads. Additional information: Dimensions: Length: 52 cm (20.4...
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1970s French Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Australian Indicolite Tourmaline & Seed Pearl Bar Brooch Circa 1910
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
Australian made bar brooch featuring an indicolite tourmaline with floral scrolls set with half seed pearls. Stamped with makers mark, Duggin Shap...
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1910s Australian Edwardian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Tourmaline, Indicolite, 15k Gold

Vintage Original Circa 1970s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Leaf Brooche
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 14.1 grams. Totally is diamond 0.55 ct. The diamond is has H color and vvs-vs clarity. Please contact for any questions.
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1970s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Edwardian Pearl & Diamond Brooch Circa 1910-20
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
This Edwardian 18k gold and platinum bar brooch set with pearls and early European cut diamonds. The stones are set in a scrolled and grain-set domed platinum top on a yellow-gold un...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Pearl, Mixed Metal

3.73 carats pink sapphire and diamonds ring
Located in PARIS, FR
Stones: 3.73 carats pink sapphire and diamonds for a total weight of 0.30 carat. Material: Platinum Dimensions: 1 cm length on finger Weight: 5.9g Size: 52 (free sizing) Certificate ...
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1970s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum

Luxury Necklace gemstone's in 14k yellowgold
Located in Berlin, BE
Embark on a dreamlike journey with this exquisite tutti frutti necklace, meticulously crafted in 14k yellow gold. This captivating piece features 11 stunning gemstones, each cut in t...
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1970s French Aesthetic Movement Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Ruby, Tanzanite, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior Golden Earrings
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - Impressive golden metal earrings. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 11.5 cm Seller Reference: BO213
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1970s European Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Vermeil and Enamel Snake Bracelet
Located in PARIS, FR
Vermeil bangle bracelet forming two cream enameled snakes Each snake's eye is made of cabochon-cut rubies Total weight of rubies : 2.5 carats Wrist size : 17cm Gross weight : 29.37g ______________________ Bracelet jonc...
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1970s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Ruby, Vermeil, Enamel

14K Yellow Gold Enamel Dome Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
14K yellow gold blue, green, yellow enamel dome ring with satin finish gold work throughout. Measures 23 x 20 millimeters in size and 12 millimeters high when worn upon finger. Attri...
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1970s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Edwardian Diamond Platinum-Topped 14 Karat Gold Antique Snake Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a dimensional swirled snake head - platinum-topped Featuring flush set old European cut diamonds in head and eyes Weighing approximately 0.10 carat total - eye clean and...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique 5.17 Carat Aquamarine 0.36 Carat Diamond and 14k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 5.17 carat oval cut aquamarine and 0.36 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow gold and white gold set pendant; part of our diverse antique jewellery ...
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1910s Unknown Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold

1900s Edwardian 18k Yellow Gold Oar Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique 18 karat yellow gold, platinum set oar brooch - boxed; part of our antique Edwardian jewellery co...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage 0.52ctw Diamond Engraved Serpent Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This highly engraved serpent wraps seductively around your finger while fiercely guarding the diamond in her mouth. Revered since ancient times, snake rings have been coveted as a ta...
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1970s Egyptian Revival Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1.54Ct Diamond and Platinum Twist Ring Circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 1.54 carat diamond and platinum twist dress ring; part of our Edwardian jewelry collection. This fine and impressive antique twist ring has been crafted in platinum. The scroll decorated settings display an impressive 0.73ct and 0.70ct Old European cut diamond, each individually millegrain decorated collet set and held diagonally on a twist. The twist style ring shoulders are each embellished with five pavé set eight-cut diamonds, totalling 0.11ct. This Edwardian diamond twist ring has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as platinum. This impressive twist ring is supplied with two IDGL diamond grading report certificates for the feature stones, in addition to an IDGL diamond grading report card for the supporting stones. Images do not always reflect the true colour and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual colour and showcases each stone. Condition This Edwardian twist ring...
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1910s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Platinum

Antique Edwardian Diamond Cross Pendant Platinum 1.2ct Diamond
Located in Kendal, GB
A beautiful antique Edwardian cross pendant from the early 20th Century lined with twenty-four sparkling brilliant cut diamonds across the cros...
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1910s European Edwardian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique 0.37 Carat Diamond and 14k Yellow Gold Pendant circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.37 carat diamond and 14 karat yellow gold, platinum set pendant; part of our antique jewellery collections. This fine and impressive antique diamond ...
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1910s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

1970s 22k Yellow Gold Greek Style Emerald & Ruby Drop Earrings
Located in Dallas, TX
From the Eiseman Estate Jewelry Collection, circa 1970s, 22 karat yellow gold Greek style emerald and ruby drop earrings. These earrings are crafted with 8 bezel set round cabochon c...
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1970s Egyptian Revival Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Victorian Gem-set Dragonfly Platinum and Gold Pendant / Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One gem-set dragonfly motif platinum and 18K yellow gold pendant / brooch featuring one bezel set, square cushion cut pink sapphire weighing 2 ct. and two bezel set, round brilliant ...
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1910s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage Diamond Half Hoop Earrings 18ct Gold
Located in Kendal, GB
A chic pair of two-tone half hoop earrings from the late 20th Century made up of two yellow gold bands and a white gold band in the centre lined with twinkling brilliant cut diamonds...
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1970s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Pearl and 0.76 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Target Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 1910's pearl and 0.76 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold target ring; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressive antique pearl ring has been crafted in 18k white gold. The pierced decorated circular target ring setting displays an impressive feature pearl to the centre. The central pearl is encompassed with nineteen pavé set eight-cut diamonds, in addition to a scalloped border of twenty-four eight-cut diamonds to the outer circumference, completing the design. The pierced fleur-de-lis style shoulders are each embellished with three diamonds, integrating with the main setting and blending seamlessly with the plain white gold shank. This antique pearl target ring with diamonds is hallmarked to the interior of the shank with the 18k fineness mark (0.750). This impressive pearl and diamond target ring is supplied with an IDGL diamond and gemstone grading report card. Images do not always reflect the true colour and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual colour and showcases each stone. Condition This fine antique ring...
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1910s Unknown Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Door Knob Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Detachable Day Night Clip on Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
These chic late 70’s diamond and gold earrings are crafted in solid 18-karat yellow gold, weighing 39 grams and measuring 2.25” long x 29mm wide (max). It features 16 round cut, pron...
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1970s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 3.05 Carat Garnet and 18k Yellow Gold Dress Ring (1918)
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 3.05 carat garnet and 18 karat yellow gold dress ring; part of our diverse range of gemstone jewellery This stunning, fine and impressive antique garnet ring...
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1910s Unknown Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Garnet, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 1.35 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Pendant, C.1910s
Located in London, GB
A strikingly beautiful pendant featuring a single natural, unheated blue sapphire delicately mil grained in the centre. It has a weight of 1.35 carat and is an old cushion cut shape....
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Pearl and Multi-Gem 18K Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One pair of pearl and multi-gem 18K yellow gold earrings featuring two white mabe pearls measuring 15 millimeters in diameter with rosey overtones. The chunky, close to the ear hoop ...
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1970s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow 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 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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