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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Style: Retro
Style: Classical Roman
Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Starfish Brooch, 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent vintage starfish brooch
Period: 1980s
Gold-Tone Metal
Length: 2.75″ / 7 cm
Width: 3″ / 7,6 cm
Designer Signature, Made in France
Condition – very good
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Category
1980s French Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Buccellati Thistle Flower 18K Gold Silver Vintage Brooch Pin
By Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
Make a statement at your next event with this exquisite Large Buccellati Flower Brooch Pin.
A standout piece that sets you apart!
Marvel at the masterful design, featuring a detail...
Category
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Silver
Vintage Jack Gutschneider 14KT Gold Diamond and Black Enamel Bangle Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Jack Gutschneider (stamped JG JLRY) bangle dates from the 1950's and is crafted in 14KT yellow gold with black enamel and approximately 1CT old mine cut diamonds, F Color, VS-SI...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Retro Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel, Gold
1970's Gemstone Cuff Bangle
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This 1970s 14 karat yellow gold multicolor semi precious gemstone cuff bracelet. Featuring a captivating wraparound yellow gold motif adorned with vibrant gemstones, creating a dynam...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Yel...
Vintage Gold and Diamond Owl Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Designed as a owl with old cut diamond approximately 0,30ct set eyes.
Size: 7 1/4
Weight: 20,22gr.
Category
1970s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Omega Calatrava Automatic Stainless Steel and Rose Gold
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
This is a rare 1947 Omega Calatrava in stainless steel and rose gold. The bezel of this watch is solid rose gold and the lugs are gold top. The case of this watch measures 32mm in di...
Category
1940s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Rose Gold, Stainless Steel
French 1950s Retro 18 Karat Yellow Gold Twill-Knit Mesh Bracelet
Located in Poitiers, FR
Bracelet in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle and rhinoceros heads hallmarks.
An important and supple vintage bracelet, it is formed of a flat mesh like a twill over its entire length. The...
Category
1950s French Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex 14K Gold Tank Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Rolex 1980's Circa 14KT Gold ladies Watch – a vintage marvel with a distinctive 11 x 25mm rectangle-shaped case. This elegant timepiece features a gold dial adorned w...
Category
1980s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Longines Calatrava 14K Yellow Gold Scroll Lugs
By Longines
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautiful 1950's Longines 14K gold Calatrava with ornate scroll lugs. The gold case measures 29mm in diameter.
The silver dial has Arabic indices and a seconds sub dial. T...
Category
1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
French 1970s Emerald Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Rectangular Cluster Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat white gold, eagle head hallmark.
An elegant vintage ring, its rectangular setting stylizes a flower whose petals are adorned with antique-cut diamonds separated by s...
Category
1970s French Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
French 1950s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Falling Braided Choker Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 karat yellow gold, rhinoceros and eagle heads hallmarks.
Elegant vintage gold necklace featuring a mesh of interwoven gold wires. The clasp is ratchet with 8 safety ca...
Category
1950s French Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
9K 375 Two-Tone White & Yellow Gold Half Hoop Intertwined Italian Earrings
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Meticulously crafted in 9K two-tone gold,
featuring contrasting matte & polished finish
of stylish intertwined motif
eye-catching & eternally popular half hoop design
measuring...
Category
1980s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, White Gold
1940s Whimsical Gold and Gem set Marimba Dancer Brooches
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Marimba Dancer brooches, these very whimsical and detailed Brooches are 14k Yellow Gold and each measure 1 1/2 inches in length X 1 inch, each is set with Rubies, Sapphir...
Category
1940s American Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Waltham Masonic Watch 18K Yellow Gold Pearlized Dial
By Waltham
Located in New York, NY
The Waltham 18K Gold Triangular Masonic Wristwatch is a distinctive timepiece with notable features, crafted circa 2000. It houses a nickel-finished lever movement with 17 jewels, en...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Retro Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Tissot Calatrava 1950's Jumbo 36mm
By Tissot
Located in New York, NY
This is a 1950's Tissot Jumbo Calatrava. The case measures 36mm which was extremely large for a watch from that period.
This watch is powered by a Tissot caliber 27 15 jewel manual w...
Category
1940s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Retro 1950's Finely Carved Pinkish White Coral Silver Cameo Brooch / Pendant
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This Vintage Finely Carved Pinkish White Coral Brooch
is depicting a profile of a young lady,
incredibly detailed,
within a 925 Sterling Silver finely detailed decorative borde...
Category
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Coral, Marcasite, Silver
Omega Seamaster Reference 14363 Vintage Scarab Lugs Gold Top
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Since its introduction in 1948, the Seamaster has been a pillar of the Omega brand. In the collection's 76-year history, Seamasters have been manufactured in many different iteration...
Category
1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Pearl Decorated Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 18 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.60 carat.
The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs clarity.
Please contact for any questions.
Category
1980s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1960s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Solitaire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 2.5 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.15 carat.
The diamond is has H color and s2.
Ring size is US 7 (We offer free resizing)
We can make any size.
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Category
1960s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Aquamarine Decorated Strong Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 5.7 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.10 carat.
The diamond is has G color and vs clarity.
Ring size is US 6 (We can make any size)
We can make any ...
Category
1990s European Retro Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Retro Art Deco Platinum Yellow Gold Old Euro Diamond Bracelet
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Retro Art Deco Platinum Yellow Gold Old Euro Diamond Bracelet. This gorgeous vintage estate old European diamond bracelet is crafted in platinum and yellow gold. Th...
Category
1950s Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Jos Boillat Tri Color 18K Gold Manual Wind Cocktail Watch
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautiful Jos Boillat tri color 18K gold cocktail watch. This watch measures 17mm by 11mm and wears larger due to its ornate case and bracelet design. The watch is powered ...
Category
1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Tissot 1940's Stainless Steel Calatrava Military Dial Bumper Automatic
By Tissot
Located in New York, NY
This is a rare 1940's Tissot military style calatrava with an in house bumper automatic movement. It is a reference 6541-1.
The collectibility of this watch is driven by its origina...
Category
1940s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Caliber Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight 8.2 grams.
Totally about 0.55 ct diamond.
Totally ruby about 0.50 ct.
The diamond has vs clarity and G-H color.
Ring size is US 7.5 (We offer fre...
Category
1980s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Emerald And Sapphire Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 11.4 grams.
Totally is emerald 0.80 ct.
Totally is sapphire 1.20 ct.
Ring size is US 6 (We offer free resizing)
We can make any size.
Box is n...
Category
1980s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Australian Opal Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 7.1 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.25 ct.
The diamond is has G color and vvs-vs clarity.
Ring size is US 6.5 (We offer free resizing)
We can make...
Category
1990s European Retro Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Engagement Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Totally is main old cut diamond 0.64.
Totally is side diamond 0.22 ct.
The diamond is has Light yellow color and vs-s1 clarity.
Ring size is US 5.2 (We offer ...
Category
1980s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Rabbit Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 9.5 grams.
Totally is sapphire 0.50 ct.
Totally is diamond 0.12 ct.
The diamond is has G-H color and vs-s1-s2 clarity.
Please contact for any ...
Category
1990s European Retro Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 3.5 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.35 ct.
The diamond is has H color and vs clarity.
Box is not included.
Please contact for any questions.
Category
1980s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Tank Bracelet 18 Carat Yellow Gold, circa 1940
Located in Paris, FR
Great and rare Tank bracelet in 18-carat (750/ooo) yellow gold with large articulated geometric links.
Ratchet clasp and double safety figure.
French Work from the 1940s. Imposing ...
Category
1940s French Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Trio Diamond Pink Coral 18K Gold Flower Star Large Brooch Pin
By Trio
Located in Miami, FL
With an exquisite textured design by TRIO, these enchanting vintage pink Carved coral & diamond piece is crafted in solid 18K yellow gold.
Centered by a genuine cabochon oval channel...
Category
1970s American Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k 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...
Category
1970s Australian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold
Wonderful Retro Circa 1945 Dome Bombe Style Cultured Pearl and 14Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Wheaton, IL
This stunning ring is a true representation of Retro-inspired fashion from the 1940s. It features a meticulously crafted dome bombe style setting with a cluster of round cultured pea...
Category
Mid-20th Century Retro Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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...
Category
1970s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Victorian Turtle Brooch in Yellow Gold and Silver set with Diamond and Ruby
Located in London, GB
A Victorian Turtle Brooch in Yellow Gold and Silver set with Diamond and Ruby
This antique turtle pin brooch is highly collectible. Its shell comprises of a a mabe pearl set into ye...
Category
Early 1900s European Retro Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Ruby, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Flowers Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 7.1 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.85 ct.
The diamond is has H-I color and vs-s1-s2 clarity.
Total lenght is chain 45 cm.
Please contact for any ...
Category
1980s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Mathey Tissot 1940's Stainless Steel Chronograph
Located in New York, NY
This is a magnificent all original Mathey Tissot stainless steel chronograph from 1948. The case of the watch measures 35mm in diameter and is unpolished.
Perhaps the most important...
Category
1940s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Pearl Decorated Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 20.9 grams.
Totally is diamond 2.80 ct.
The diamond is has F-G color and vvs-vs clarity.
Total lenght is chain 50 cm.
Please contact for any q...
Category
1990s European Retro Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Retro Style Diamonds 18k Gold Necklace
Located in MADRID, ES
Introducing a truly exquisite piece of jewelry: the 18k Gold Retro Style Choker Necklace adorned with 0.60 ct Single Cut Diamonds. This stunning pie...
Category
20th Century Unknown Retro Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k 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...
Category
1970s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Amethyst Topaz Decorated Tank Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 17.8 grams.
Totally is diamond about 0.65 carat.
The diamond is has F-G color and vs-vvs clarity.
Totally is topaz about 2.50 carat.
Totally ...
Category
1990s European Retro Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold
Double Strand Deep Intense Green Jade, Onyx, Gold Beaded Necklace, c1960's.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Comprising of fine & well-matched
Natural Jadeite beads of 7mm each
of deep intense green colour
Sections of 4 are separated by
black faceted onyx beads,
creating an elegant look
Completed by a comfortable & secure parrot clasp,
crafted in 18K yellow gold
The necklace is double strand,
with 1 strand being longer than the other
with average length of 42cm
Weight: 36gr.
Vintage c1950...
Category
1960s Australian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Jade, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 7.6 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.40 ct.
The diamond is has H color and vs-s1-s2 clarity.
Totally is ruby 1.50 ct.
Ring size is US 6.5
Box is n...
Category
1980s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Princess Cut Diamond And Ruby Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 5.2 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.35 ct.
The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs clarity.
Totally is ruby 0.40 ct.
Ring size is US 7.5 (We offer...
Category
1980s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
5.6 Carat Lizard Diamond and Multi-Gem Pin 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Lizard Pin, a captivating and meticulously crafted piece that embodies the perfect blend of elegance and whimsy. This charming lizard pin is adorned with st...
Category
1960s Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
White Diamond, Emerald, Tourmaline, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 14.5 grams.
Totally is diamond 2.30 ct.
The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs-s1 clarity.
Totally is lenght 41 cm.
Please contact for any qu...
Category
1990s European Retro Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
14K Gold 7 Carat Natural Garnet and Diamond Ring.
Located in Miami, FL
Indulge in the timeless allure of this vintage garnet ring, a striking testament to elegance and sophistication. With its deep red hue and intricat...
Category
Late 20th Century North American Retro Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Garnet, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
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...
Category
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.
...
Category
1970s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s Natural Diamond Decorated Strong Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 5.8 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.45 carat.
The diamond is has G-H color and vs-s1.
Ring size is US 6.2 (We offer free resizing)
We can make an...
Category
1980s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
French Retro Ruby and Diamond Bracelet Watch in 18k Rose Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Vintage French Retro Ruby and Diamond Bracelet Watch in 18K Rose Gold
French Retro bracelet watch beautifully crafted in 18K Rose Gold...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Gold necklace, French, circa 1940.
Located in London, GB
Gold necklace. A yellow gold chain composed of extremely intricate woven wirework links with fine twist detail, to a smooth flowing tapered link chain, approximately 17" in length wi...
Category
1940s Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Caliber Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 4.3 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.15 ct.
The diamond is has G color and vvs-vs clarity.
Totally is ruby 0.90 ct.
Ring size is US 6 (We offer fre...
Category
1980s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
French Vintage 18K gold wheat clip on earrings
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a beautiful pair of 18K gold wheat ears earrings. Each earring features a meticulous wheat, complete with their leaves on either side. The 18K gold is skillfully crafted to ...
Category
20th Century French Retro Jewelry & Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 14k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Decorated Bracelet
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is diamond 11.5 grams.
Totally is diamond about 0.70 ct.
The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs-s1 clarity.
Totally lenght is bracelet 19.5 cm.
...
Category
1980s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Retro Old European Cut Diamond 14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Vintage Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old European cut diamond weighing approximately 0.42 carat - H color with VS2 clarity
Bead set in a white gold square form head with a pierced profile
Flanked by cathed...
Category
1940s Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 11.4 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.20 ct.
The diamond is has G-H color and vs clarity.
Totally is ruby about 1 ct.
Please contact for any questi...
Category
1980s European Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby
18 Karat Dark Green Jade and Diamond Ring
Located in Jerusalem, IL
An exquisite high quality Ring , bought from a private client.
According to the individual i bough this ring was bought in the 1960's.
Composed of a central Dark Green Jade measuring...
Category
1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
Diamond Rings, Luxury Watches and Other Antique and Vintage Fine Jewelry and Estate Jewelry on 1stDibs
Our love for diamond rings, luxury watches and other antique and vintage fine jewelry and estate jewelry goes back thousands of years.
Jewelry has long been a symbol of spiritual strength, wealth or power and, of course, a means of personal expression. While materials and processes employed by the world’s most popular jewelry houses — Tiffany & Co., Cartier, BVLGARI and others — have evolved over time, humans still gravitate toward many of the same accessories that our ancestors wore.
Ancient Egyptians were often hard at work designing jewelry and adorning themselves with an array of necklaces, rings and other items, and nearly every Egyptian, rich or poor, was buried with some kind of jewelry. When King Tut’s burial chamber was excavated, it revealed a sense of style that inspired Art Deco jewelry designs.
Brooches and pins remain essentials in our jewelry boxes, although we no longer require them to fasten our garments, as was once their primary use. Rings, which have always been signifiers of eternity, still serve as romantic gifts and tokens of affection. Engagement rings are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment — and as it can be difficult to choose the right one, explore our buying guides for a close look at antique engagement rings, Art Deco engagement rings and vintage engagement rings. [Fun fact: It wasn’t until the 14th century that we learned how to effectively cut diamonds, a critical step in revealing the stone’s brilliance.]
Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C. We’ve even created our own new, sacred symbols — the Cartier Love bracelet, for example, with its distinctive locking mechanism, is an understated and modernist symbol of love’s promise (with its own captivating history to boot). And, crafted by French jeweler Jacques Arpels of Van Cleef & Arpels, the Magic Alhambra necklace channels luck for the wearer with its universally adored design, which is informed by four-leaf clovers, a plant synonymous with good fortune.
Whether it’s our sentimental charm jewelry, costume jewelry, chunky retro bracelets or minimalist earrings created by 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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