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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Style: Victorian
Style: Late Victorian
Style: Early Victorian
Style: High Victorian
Victorian French 18k/Sterling Silver Ruby and Diamond Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
An absolutely stunning ruby and diamond encrusted bracelet from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 18k gold and sterling silver, this bracelet is composed of 7 ellipse-shaped li...
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1880s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
18ct Gold Victorian Engraved Pocket Watch Key Pendant with Amethyst Coloured Fob
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Watch Key
18ct Gold
Circa 1880
* THE GOLD CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY
Discover the elegance of this exquisite Victorian pocket watch key, crafted from 18ct yellow gold. Thi...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Enamel Hand with Pearl Pendant of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A 14k gold pendant with an enamel hand grasping a pearl. It was created from an antique button (circa 1870) that our jeweler transformed by adding a 14k gold back and bail.
The piec...
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1870s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Ruby & Diamond Band Ring, Hallmarked Birmingham 1890
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gypsy Ring
18ct Gold Hallmarked
Hallmarked Birmingham 1890
Step back in time with this exquisite 18ct yellow gold Victorian gypsy ring, a true embodiment of timeless eleg...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Amethyst Diamond Opal Ruby and Emerald Acrostic Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Adore Ring
15ct Gold
Circa 1880
Acrostic rings became popular throughout the Victorian period. The Adore ring being one of the romantic gifts typically given in the earl...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold
Antique Natural Ruby and Diamond Ring of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Ruby and Diamond Ring: This 14k gold ring features a 0.37ct cushion-cut vivid purplish red ruby flanked by two rose-cut diamonds.
The ring was created by upcycling antique stones fr...
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1860s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Antique Hatpin Charm Bracelet of 14k & 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This unique bracelet seamlessly unites different eras in a truly captivating way. The 18k gold bracelet dates to the 1860s; while each of the 14k gold charms was originally a Victori...
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Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
14k Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Rhodolite Garnet and Diamond Ring of 15ct Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Antique Garnet Ring: This antique ring (circa 1880) features four rhodolite garnets with a rose cut diamond in 15ct gold.
The face of the ring measures 0.4 inches from north to sout...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Rhodolite, 15k Gold
Victorian Blue Enamel & Pearl Locket Ring of 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Victorian Blue Enamel & Pearl Locket Ring of 18k Gold: A vibrant cobalt blue enamel ring from the mid-Victorian era (circa 1860-1870)!
This magnificent ring features nine half pearl...
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Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
Antique Coral Hand Charm Necklace of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This antique piece (circa 1860-1880) features a coral hand holding a collection of coral charms including a shoe, twist, guitar, and a mouse.
The pendant m...
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Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Coral, 14k Gold
Antique 18ct Gold French, Victorian Hardstone Lady Cameo Portrait Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Cameo Brooch
18ct Gold French Hallmarked
Circa 1880
This exquisite antique brooch is a remarkable piece from the Victorian era, crafted in 18ct gold and featuring a beauti...
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian Coral Bangle Bracelet
Located in Portland, England
A gorgeous antique Victorian salmon coral beaded yellow metal bangle bracelet. The bangle has three rows of beautiful coral beads and it measures 1.5cm in width. Coral symbolises pro...
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1880s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Coral
Pearl necklace and claps with emerald and rose cut diamond 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold with 835 silver clasp set with emerald and rose cut diamonds on a three strand pearl necklace - 50 cm long (shortest strand)
detailed description
The necklace is 50...
Category
1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian Turquoise Swallow Brooch
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Antique Turquoise Bird Brooch: This Victorian era brooch (circa 1880) features a swallow adorned with turquoise cabochons and two ruby eyes. The ...
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Ruby, Turquoise, Silver
15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Star Set Ruby & Pearl Ring, Hallmarked Chester 1884
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ring
15ct Yellow Gold
Hallmarked Chester 1884
Discover the elegance of this exquisite Victorian Gypsy ring, crafted in 15ct yellow gold. The stunning design features a b...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Pearl, Ruby, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Diamond Pave Ring of 10k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
An antique, Victorian era ring dating to 1890 featuring three old European cut diamonds and 16 rose cut diamonds set in 10k yellow gold.
The face of the ring measures 0.3 inches b...
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 10k Gold
Antique 9ct Gold, Early Victorian Seed Pearl & Carnelian Spinner Memorial Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Spinner Ring
9ct Rose Gold
Circa 1850
Discover a piece of history with this exquisite early Victorian spinner ring, crafted in lustrous 9c...
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Carnelian, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold
Antique Victorian Pearl and Diamond Flower Head, Snake Brooch. Circa 1890–1910
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Antique Pearl and Diamond Snake Brooch. Victorian Serpent Brooch Circa. 890–1910
This exquisite antique brooch features a sensuous snake motif wrapped around a slender gold bar, cul...
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1890s European Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Moonstone and Diamond Ring of Silver Topped 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This antique filigree ring (circa 1890) features three orthoclase moonstones with rose cut diamonds, mounted in silver topped 14k gold.
The face of the ring measures 0.9 inches by 0...
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1890s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Moonstone, 14k Gold, Silver
Ring with coral - 8.1 grams - 14k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold ring set with a coral - 8.1 grams - ring size US 7.75 - EU 18(57)
detailed description:
The top of the ring is in an oval shape of 2.3 cm by 1.8 cm wide and 1.2 cm ...
Category
1870s Dutch High Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9ct Gold, Victorian Micro Mosaic Swan Portrait Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Mosaic Pendant
9ct Gold
Circa 1870
Step into a world of elegance with this exquisite Early Victorian handmade micro mosaic pendant ...
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold
Antique Victorian Natural Blue Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet 19th Century
Located in OVIEDO, AS
A Victorian sapphire and diamond carved half hoop bangle.
This piece is a Victorian-era sapphire and diamond bangle bracelet, and it’s a stunning example of the fine craftsmanship ty...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Boulder Opal Ring of 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This ring features a boulder opal set in an 18k gold mounting. It was created from an antique stickpin head and an antique band, dating to 1890.
The face of the ring measures 0.5 in...
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Opal, 18k Gold
Antique 15ct Gold, Victorian Seed Pearl Swallow Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Swallow Necklace
15ct Yellow Gold
Circa 1900
Introducing a stunning Victorian 15ct yellow gold swallow pendant, a heartwarming symbol of love and faithfulness. This encha...
Category
Early 20th Century English Victorian Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold
Victorian French 18k/Sterling Silver Pearl and Diamond Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
A stunning pearl and diamond bracelet from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 18k yellow gold and topped in sterling silver, this bracelet features 10 oval-shaped links. Each li...
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1880s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Belle Epoque 2.00 Carat Emerald Diamond Gold/Silver Cluster Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Antique 18Kt rose Gold and silver Ruby and Diamond ring.
The cluster style ring is centered with an approximately 2.00 carats stunning oval natural emerald, accented by an halo of sp...
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Silver
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Sapphire & Diamond Carved Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Carved Ring
18ct Gold Stamped
Circa 1880
Indulge in the elegance of this exquisite Victorian five-stone ring, meticulously crafted in 18ct yellow gold. This stunning piec...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Micromosaic Bird Conversion Ring of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A marvelous ring featuring a micromosaic of a bird -- possibly a red headed woodpecker.
The mosaic was originally an antique silver pin (circa 188...
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold Stamped, Victorian Diamond Marquise/Navette Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Marquise Ring
18ct Gold Stamped
Circa 1880
This exquisite Victorian marquise/navette-shaped ring is crafted in 18ct yellow gold, and adorned with a fantastic arrangement o...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Aquamarine and Diamond ring, 18k yellow gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
You cannot help but be enchanted by this exquisite antique Aquamarine and Diamond ring.
Crafted in rich 18ct yellow gold it features a stunning cushion Aquamarine stone with an appr...
Category
19th Century British Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Garnet Pearl Ring c1848 15k Yellow Gold Sz 5.75 Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Victorian era almandine garnet & pearl ring (circa 1848s), crafted in 15 karat rose gold.
Almandine garnets range in size from 3mm to 4mm. Two pearls measure...
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1840s British Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Turquoise Conversion Necklace of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
An eye catching turquoise pendant created from an antique Victorian brooch (circa 1870-1890)!
This dramatic pendant delights the eyes with vibrant turquoise cabochons mounted silver...
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Fine Curb Link 19 1/4 Inch Chain, Bolt Ring Clasp
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Fine Curb Chain
15ct Yellow Gold Tested
Circa 1880
This stunning Victorian-era curb link chain is crafted from 15ct yellow gold, which has been thoroughly tested to ensure...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold, 15k Gold
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Sapphire & Diamond Daisy Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire Cluster Ring
15ct Gold Stamped
Circa 1880
This stunning antique Victorian sapphire and diamond cluster ring is crafted from 15ct gold and features a beautiful, ...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Chalcedony and Gemstone Bug Necklace on 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This chalcedony pendant features a gem encrusted bee. The pendant was originally a 14k gold brooch (circa 1880-1900) transformed by the removal of the pin findings and the addition o...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Chalcedony, Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Signet Ring Memento Mori Style Skull Emerald
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Crest Ring Signet Ring Skull Memento Mori Style
Made in Bronze
J DAUPHIN signature piece " Secret Doors"
Memento mori ring featuring a skull motif with emerald or ruby ey...
Category
2010s American Victorian Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Emerald, Bronze
Antique Pendant 16ct Aquamarine 1 ctw Diamonds solid 14K Gold Silver / 8.8 gr
Located in SE
Old pendant with a large natural claw set Aquamarine surrounded with Diamonds halo. Likely German hand- made, ca. 19th cent.
Silver clusters on solid 14K Green Gold. Measures : 31 m...
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1850s European Early Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Opal and Diamond Heart Ring of 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
An antique ring with a heart shaped opal in a halo of diamonds set in a platinum alloy topped 18k gold.
The face of the ring measures 0.3 inched by 0.2 inches wide and is in great c...
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Antique Opal and Diamond Ring of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Antique Opal and Diamond Ring: This ring features an opal with four old single cut diamonds set in palladium. The face of the ring was originally an antique stickpin (circa 1880) tha...
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Palladium
Antique 18ct Gold, Victorian Ruby & Diamond Trilogy Daisy Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Ruby & Diamond Trilogy Ring
18ct Yellow & White Gold Stamped
Circa 1880
Introducing an exquisite Victorian ring, crafted in 18ct gold, showcasing a stunning triple daisy cluster ...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Earrings studs with old mine cut diamonds up to 0.80ct 18k bicolour gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k bicolour gold solitaire earrings set with old mine cut diamonds. 0.80ct - J/K - VS/SI
detailed description:
the top of the ear stud is 5.2 mm wide
weight 2.2 grams
set with
...
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 15ct Gold, Early Victorian Cherub Shell Cameo Portrait Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Cameo Brooch
15ct Gold Tested
Circa 1860
This exquisite brooch showcases a charming cherub intricately carved from shell, encased in a stunning 15ct yellow gold frame. T...
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold, 15k Gold
Antique 9ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Floral Engraved Peony Oval Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Locket
9ct Yellow Gold
Circa 1880
Discover the exquisite charm of this 9ct Yellow Gold Victorian Locket. Oval-shaped and thoughtfully designed, this stunning piece sh...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Cat Ring of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Antique Figural Cat Ring: This 14k gold ring features a cat's head with whiskers and two rose cut diamond eyes. It was originally an antique stickpin (circa 1890-1900) that our jewel...
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Old Cushion Cut Diamond Seven Stone Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Old cushion cut diamond seven stone ring, set with three cushion cut diamonds approximately 2,5ct, each spaced with two old circular-cut diamonds in a scrolling gold mount. Size: 7
W...
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Spain Blue Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring "Isabelino" Ca. 1830´s
Located in OVIEDO, AS
"Isabelino" Spain Blue Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Heart Shaped Ring
Ca. 1830´s (1833-1868).
A gorgeous and beautiful old Halo 18 Karat gold ring featuring a medium deep blue nat...
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1830s Spanish Early Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Victorian 18 Inch Fine Curb Chain with Bolt Ring Clasp
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Fine Curb Chain
9ct Rose Gold Stamped
Circa 1880
This stunning Victorian-era curb link chain is crafted from 9ct rose gold, which has been stamped for authenticity. The an...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian Enamel and Pearl Ring of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Victorian Enamel Ring: This antique ring (circa 1860-1870) features cobalt blue enamel with a halo of pearls and diamond accents mounted in 14k gold.
The face of the ring measures 1...
Category
Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel
Spain Blue Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Drop Earrings "Isabelino" Ca. 1830´s
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Spain Blue Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Drop Earrings "Isabelino" Ca. 1830´s
Ca. 1830´s (1833-1868).
These earrings are a clear example of early Victorian jewelry, a subtle combina...
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1830s Spanish Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Ruby & Diamond 3 Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ring
15ct Gold Stamped
Hallmarked Chester 1891
Makers Mark H
Introducing a stunning 15ct gold Victorian 3-stone ring, adorned with a central ruby and a diamond on each ...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian / Aesthetic Movement Gold-Filled Bracelet Charm or Watch Fob
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique gold-filled Aesthetic Movement charm.
With a gold-filled cube shaped body.
Having applied wirework and granulation throughout.
With a bezel-set ruby colored glass c...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Victorian Lapis Lazuli Egg with Serpent (Orphic Egg)
Located in Stamford, CT
Why is there a serpent on this lapis lazuli egg from the Victorian era? In antique jewelry there was symbolism everywhere. This pendant is called the Orphic Egg. The snake entwined o...
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1870s English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Silver
15ct Gold Victorian Floral Patterned Oval Cufflinks Hallmarked Birmingham 1893
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Cufflinks
15ct Yellow Gold Stamped
Hallmarked Birmingham 1893
These 15ct yellow gold cufflinks are a true work of art. The oval shape is beautifully complemented by a pr...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold, 15k Gold
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Seed Pearl & Blue Enamel Star Oval Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Locket
15ct Yellow Gold Tested
Circa 1880
* THE CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY
This exquisite Victorian locket, crafted from 15ct yellow gold, is a stunning example of ti...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique 9ct Gold Back & Front, Victorian Engraved Oval Shaped Multi Frame Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Locket
Circa 1880
9ct Gold Back & Front
* THE GOLD CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY.
Step into a world of cherished memories with this exquisite Victorian locket, crafted ...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold
Heavy Solid 18K Yellow GOLD Vintage Snake Ring with Emerald Eyes and Ruby Tail.
Located in San Francisco, CA
Bold Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Snake Ring with Emerald Eyes & Ruby Tail.
Make a powerful statement with this vintage solid 18K yellow gold snake ring, a captivating piece of luxury je...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Victorian Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
9ct Gold Victorian Paperclip & Faceted Belcher Link Bracelet Heart Padlock Clasp
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Yellow Gold Bracelet
9ct Yellow Gold Tagged
Circa 1880
This 9ct yellow gold Victorian bracelet is a statement piece that is sure to catch the eye. The bracelet features b...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
15ct Gold Victorian Double Row Fox Tail Link Bracelet with Gold & Enamel Beads
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Albertina Bracelet
15ct Gold Tested
Circa 1880
Introducing a stunning two-tone 15ct gold Victorian Albertina bracelet. This exquisite p...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold, 15k Gold, Enamel
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 contemporary designers, 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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