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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Style: Revival
Style: Medieval
PONTIEL Egyptian Revival Iridescent Glass Scarab Sterling Silver Bracelet
Located in Houston, TX
This stunning Egyptian Revival bracelet features an iridescent glass scarab cabochon from Germany, made in the style of Tiffany Favrile glass scarabs...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Egyptian Revival Jewelry & Watches

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Sterling Silver

14K Gold 2.00ct Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Made in luxurious 14K yellow gold, this captivating ring boasts a centerpiece diamond weighing 0.70 carats with G color and SI2 clarity, accentuated by side diamonds totaling 1.30 ca...
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2010s European Medieval Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Style 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
Fashioned from radiant 14k yellow gold, this exquisite bracelet features a total of 0.90 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds, exhibiting VS-SI clarity and G color, lending it a ca...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Medieval Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 22k Yellow Gold Pearl, Emerald and Sapphire Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Adorn yourself with the exotic allure of these unique vintage earrings, crafted from radiant 22k yellow gold. Each earring features an enchanting array of gemstones including pearls,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Medieval Jewelry & Watches

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Emerald, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold, 4.00 CT Green Tourmaline and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Adorn your finger with timeless allure wearing this vintage green tourmaline ring, a captivating homage to elegance and grace. The lush green hue of the tourmaline gemstone exudes an...
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Late 20th Century European Medieval Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

Susan Crow Studio 18kt Fairmined Gold Trojan Horse Clasp with Links Bracelet
Located in US
The Trojan Horse Bracelet is inspired by the ancient equestrian Greek Medici horse head from the 4th century BC. Our elongated link bracelet is fabricated, hand carved and cast in solid 18kt Certified Fairmined yellow gold. Individually hand shaped links are elevated by their heavy luxurious gold weight. The bracelet comes together with our one-of-a-kind Trojan Horse clasp. "The equine bronze...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Greek Revival Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k 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

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Wiese Carnelian Intaglio Gold Cufflinks, circa 1925
Located in London, GB
A pair of Wiese, intaglio cufflinks, set with cornelian intaglios, mounted in 18ct gold. The intaglios depict a child's head; the bust of a philosopher; Hygeia, the Greek goddess of ...
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1920s French Greek Revival Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold

Vintage Russian Cloisonne Enamel Egg Pendant
Located in Chesterland, OH
This exquisite vintage Russian Soviet gilded silver egg pendant showcases stunning turquoise cloisonné enamel eagle motifs adorned with granulated accents reminiscent of Medieval Rus...
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Mid-20th Century Russian Russian Revival Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Ruby, Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal

14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring with Garnets in Filigree Flower Setting
Located in Arnhem, NL
A 14 karat yellow gold rosette ring with garnet. The ring is set with 7 faceted garnets in filigree flower setting made of cord frame. The ring is stam...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Etruscan Revival Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Garnet, Yellow Gold

Dimos Gold & Silver Yellow Topaz Byzantine Ring
Located in Athens, GR
Byzantine ring in a beautiful combination with 18k gold and 925 silver. Yellow topaz and white diamonds give it a lot of character in a very daily size. O...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Topaz, Silver, 18k Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Owl Carved Earrings
Located in Athens, GR
Classic earrings in 18k yellow gold with a natural cornelian stone made in museum replica and decorated with granulations even in the back. The cornelian is hand carved showing the o...
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Greek Revival Antique Jewelry & Watches

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18k Gold

Vintage 14k Gold & Tiger's Eye Ring Limited Edition
Located in London, GB
Vintage 14k Gold & Tiger's Eye Ring Limited Edition This vintage tiger's eye ring from the 1980s feature a unique design. The ribbed tiger's eye stone in the centre enclosed in 14k ...
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20th Century Revival Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Tiger's Eye, Gold, 14k Gold

Byzantine Granulation Ring with Cabochon Turquoise & Diamonds 22kt Yellow Gold
Located in Athens, GR
Byzantine Granulation ring handcrafted in 22Kt yellow gold, featuring a Cabochon Turquoise center and two brilliant cut diamonds. The double base of th...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, Gold, 22k Gold

Vintage 18k Gold Coral Zig-Zag Ring Limited Edition, Size M UK/AU
Located in London, GB
Vintage 18k Gold Coral Zig-Zag Ring Limited Edition, Size M UK/AU This cool, vintage ring made of coral and 18k yellow gold is the perfect accompaniment to any look. It's geometric,...
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20th Century Revival Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Gold, 18k Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Noir Multicolor Sapphires Ring
Located in Athens, GR
Noir collection ring in 18 karat yellow gold with 0.34 carats multicolor sapphires. Topped with 0.04 carats brilliant cut diamonds filigree frames and granulation decor. The black pl...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage 14k Gold Black Onyx Half Scalloped Ring with Diamonds, One-of-a-kind
Located in London, GB
Vintage 14k Gold Black Onyx Half Scalloped Ring with Diamonds, One-of-a-kind This vintage ring from the 1980s is the perfect statement piece to accompany any look. Is unique shape a...
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20th Century Revival Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Medieval Cross with Black and White Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
A medieval cross hosts the todays cross of Christianity. A united symbol that brings out 2 worlds with the outer and inner center cross. Set in 18 kara...
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Mid-19th Century Greek Medieval Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold

Dimos 22k Gold God of Love "EROS" Cufflinks
Located in Athens, GR
The EROS (God of love) mans cufflinks. A pair that is inspired and transformed to a mans jewelry from the Macedonian treasure that was found in the excavation of king Phillips Palace father of Alexander the Great and married to Olympia. Necklace that was commissioned for the queen of the Macedonians in the mid fourth century BC showcasing the love of the king and husband Philip. What a better subject than Cupid himself. The center piece is made with 22k gold so we can have the malleability to carve the gold and the mechanism is with 18k gold for durable and long wear without worrying. Decorated with acanthus leaves, spirals and carved miniature statue...
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Greek Revival Antique Jewelry & Watches

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22k Gold

14k Yellow Gold Matte Finished Cabachon Synthetic Ruby Eternity Band
Located in Southport, CT
14k yellow gold ring. This striking ring is a matte finished, wide eternity band, with six round red color synthetic ruby cabachons, bezel set and finished by a horizontal bead runni...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Etruscan Revival Jewelry & Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14k Gold Tiger's Eye Chevron Ring One-of-a-kind
Located in London, GB
Vintage 14k Gold Tiger's Eye Chevron Ring One-of-a-kind This vintage gold ring with a unique tiger's eye design is the perfect wearable piece to accompany any look. The kaleidoscopi...
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20th Century Revival Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Tiger's Eye, Gold, 14k Gold

14K White Gold Baroque Revival Pearl and Diamond Bracelet With Blue Topaz Flower
Located in Southport, CT
14k white gold bracelet. This amazing modern bracelet has a fabulous Edwardian style and contains a center round, 10mm cultured button pearls which have a pinkish white tone, flanked...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Baroque Revival Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Topaz, Blue Topaz, White ...

Dimos 18k Gold Bangle with Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
Edge bangle of the Noir Collection. The bangle that will be warn with your watch or other bracelets and show that you do have a edgy side. Small narrow and clean made decorated with ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Micro Mosaic Etruscan Revival Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1890 14K Yellow Gold Micro Mosaic, Etruscan Revival Brooch, Measuring 2 1/8 inches in length and 9/16 inch wide, masterfully set with Glass Mosaic pieces forming winged Beatles...
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1890s Unknown Etruscan Revival Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Late 19th Century French Enamel and Diamond Brooch
Located in London, GB
A late 19th century French enamel and diamond brooch, the centre depicting an enamelled Egyptian Queen with rose-cut diamond-set headdress decorations, within a rose diamond-set crescent, all mounted in yellow gold with a pierced gallery, bearing French gold marks for 18ct gold, Paris 1847-1919, makers mark P.B. , circa 1880, measuring approximately 2.8cm in diameter, gross weight 5.4grams. This antique brooch is in good condition, minimal enamel defiant. An exquisite late-nineteenth century Egyptian revival enamel and diamond brooch from the collection of Bentley & Skinner, the London jewellers by appointment to both Her Majesty the Queen and His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales. After Napoleon’s Egyptian...
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1880s French Egyptian Revival Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Enamel, 18k Gold

Contemporary 18K Gold & Green Tsavorite Garnet Chandelier Earrings /Ear Jackets
Located in Nicosia, CY
The ‘Grain’, chandelier ear jackets are crafted in 18K yellow gold, hallmarked in Cyprus. These impressive chandelier earrings come in a highly polished finish, set with Green Tsavor...
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2010s Cypriot Byzantine Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Garnet, Tsavorite, 18k Gold

18k Gold Byzantine Pendant with Brilliant Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
18 karats white and yellow gold pendant of the Noir collection in a dramatic size and impeccable workmanship, set with 1.72 carats selected extra white diamonds and our heavy 18k gol...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium

Antique Silver Twisted Band Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Twisted Band Ring Silver England, 15th-16th century Weight 2.9 gr.; circumference 51.9 mm.; US size 6, UK size M The wide silver hoop is slightly rounded inside with an original solder point and twisted and beaded on the outer side. Between one of the grooves on the outer side are two out-of-place beads where a punch was apparently hammered in the wrong position. The ring is in good wearable condition. This beautiful, wearable ring consists of a spiral-grooved hoop. The twisting, fluted band is typical of medieval iconographic rings...
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16th Century English Medieval Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver

Set of Broad Six-Row Coral Gold Bracelet and Matching Earrings 'Ear Clips'
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of impressive, six-row coral bracelet and matching earrings (ear clips). Big bracelet clasp in 14k gold. Length of corals (without clasp) approx. 175mm. ...
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1960s Revival Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold

Colleen B. Rosenblat amethyst golden beryl gold earrings
Located in Hamburg, DE
Beautiful amethyst and golden beryl were used in these eye-catching white gold earrings by Colleen B. Rosenblat. Eight amethyst weigh 9.01 ct and two golden beryl have a weight of 7....
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2010s German Medieval Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Amethyst, Beryl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Opal Diamond Enamel Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An unusual brooch centering a large pear shaped opal, in a mounting of planetary inspiration with round cut diamonds and multicolor enamel, set on 18kt yellow gold. Made in the Unite...
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1970s American Egyptian Revival Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Opal

2.16 Carat Diamond Sapphire Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Made of platinum, this ring is centered with a sparkling old mine cut diamond that weighs 2.16ct. The color of the diamond is K with VS1 clarity. The center diamond is accentuated by...
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Early 20th Century Revival Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage Silver Kissing Rams Head Hinged Bracelet
Located in Plainsboro, NJ
Bracelet features intricately detailed rams' heads, symbolizing strength and power, facing each other as if in a kiss. The hinged design allows for easy wearing and removal. The vint...
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Mid-20th Century Etruscan Revival Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver

18kt gold Carnelian Cameo Archaeological Revival Fibula Brooch
Located in Plainsboro, NJ
This Exquisite and Rare Collectible Antique Victorian/Etruscan Revival 18kt Gold Carved Carnelian Cameo Fibula Pin/Brooch is a testament to refined elegance. Drawing inspiration from...
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1860s Etruscan Revival Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Carnelian, Gold

Evil Eye Bracelet w/ Diamonds 24K Gold, Silver & Enamel by Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
Evil Eye Bracelet, with diamond detail, 24K gold, sterling silver, enamel by Kurtulan Jewellery of Istanbul, Turkey. This piece is made to order and will take approximately 4-6 week...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Vintage Hermès Paris 18 Karat Yellow Gold Horse Figural Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Hermes Paris 18 Karat Yellow Gold Horse Earrings Clip back. 16.8 grams 0.85" Length 0.60" Width Made in France in the Paris atelier. c.1970's Step into the world of timeles...
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Mid-20th Century French Revival Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tanzanite Emerald Byzantine Gold Ring
Located in Athens, GR
A gold ring featuring an enchanting oval tanzanite, two round emeralds, and intricate Byzantine-era details—an exquisite blend of history and elegance that graces your hand with endu...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Jewelry & Watches

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Emerald, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold

Gothic Medieval Style Silver & Leather Bird Talon Choker
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A fab Gothic style Medieval-inspired ostrich talon claw choker necklace. Handmade of sterling silver and ostrich leather by underground French artist Lou, this exotic work makes a bo...
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2010s Gothic Revival Jewelry & Watches

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Silver

Peridot, Diamond, Aquamarine, Amethyst & Tourmaline Convertible Tiara/Necklace
Located in London, GB
The Lotus TiaRa, designed by Kayla Rimmon, received the gold award at 2023's Goldsmith’s Craft & Design Council Awards for Fuli Gemstones’ 2D Peridot Jewel...
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2010s British Egyptian Revival Jewelry & Watches

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Amethyst, Aquamarine, Diamond, Peridot, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Platinum

NEW Natural Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald Byzantine Bracelet in 14k Solid Yellow Gold
Located in Warren, NJ
This beautiful bracelet from LaFrancee is a stunning piece of jewelry that features natural ruby, sapphire, and emerald gemstones in a 14k solid yellow gold setting. The Byzantine st...
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Late 20th Century North American Byzantine Jewelry & Watches

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Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1990's Gianni Versace Vintage Gold Medusa Emerald Cut Crystal Clip On Earrings
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Step into the glamorous world of the 1990s with the breathtaking Gianni Versace Vintage Gold Medusa Emerald Cut Crystal Clip On Earrings. These stunning earrings capture the essence ...
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1990s European Etruscan Revival Jewelry & Watches

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Crystal, Gold

Bochic Curated Antique Ring From Burma 18k Solid Gold & Antique Burma Ruby
Located in New York, NY
Bochic Curated Antique Ring From Burma 18k Solid Gold & Antique Agate This is the kind of ring you see in a Museum South East Asian Antique Agate...
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17th Century Burmese Byzantine Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

MIRIAM HASKELL 1970s Gold Chain Winged Scarab Egyptian Etruscan Pendant Necklace
Located in Thiensville, WI
Late 1970s Miriam Haskell (signed) gold-tone winged scarab large pendant necklace. Chain is curb style with rectangular links joined with grooved connectors that look like stacked be...
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1970s Etruscan Revival Vintage Jewelry & Watches

14K Gold Egyptian Revival Hieroglyph Square Ingot Charm or Pendant
Located in Venice, CA
Part of our Cute as a Button Collection, Kirsten’s Corner created this charm by using a 1920’s button as a mold, and casting the piece in 14k gold. The button has a wonderful Egyptia...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Egyptian Revival Jewelry & Watches

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic Curated Antique Ring From Burma 18k Solid Gold & Antique Agate
Located in New York, NY
Bochic Curated Antique Ring From Burma 18k Solid Gold & Antique Agate This is the kind of ring you see in a Museum South East Asian Antique Agate...
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Mid-17th Century Burmese Byzantine Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Agate, Gold, 18k Gold

1990's Gianni Versace Vintage Silver Medusa Rhinestones Clip On Earrings RARE
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Introducing a truly rare gem from the 1990s, the Gianni Versace Vintage Silver Medusa Rhinestones Clip On Earrings. These exquisite earrings embody the opulence and iconic style that...
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1990s European Etruscan Revival Jewelry & Watches

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Silver

Vintage 1950’s 14kw Diamond and Pearl Floral Pin
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1950’s 14kw Diamond and Pearl Floral Pin - The pin contains one 7.5mm round saltwater cultured pearl with a fine luster. There are 12 round full cut diamonds and 12 single cu...
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1950s Unknown Revival Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Carole Saint Germes Gilded Bronze and Baroque Mother of Pearl Clips
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Handmade in Paris, France gilded bronze and baroque mother of pearl clip earrings from Carole Saint Germes.
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2010s French Byzantine Jewelry & Watches

Givenchy Vintage Jumbo Oversized Pearl Gold Drop Clip On Earrings
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Vintage Givenchy large pearl gold drop earrings, a perfect match with our Karl Lagerfeld jumbo necklace. Feature Material: Gold-tone Metal and Pearls C...
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1990s European Etruscan Revival Jewelry & Watches

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Pearl, Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Garnet Diamond Thick Wide Band Ring
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Ring all handmade with Byzantine workmanship and a unique velvet background. The gorgeous ring features a Brilliant cut Garnet total we...
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Bronze Byzantine Coin Pendant in 14K White Gold Mount
Located in Venice, CA
This bronze coin, also known as a folis, is from the Byzantine Era. Byzantine coins are one of the most challenging and complex coins to identify. This coin has an image of an emper...
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15th Century and Earlier Turkish Byzantine Antique Jewelry & Watches

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White Gold, Bronze, 14k Gold

Italian Venetian Murano Glass Pendant Cameo of Crucified Cross in Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venetian Purple Murano Glass Antique / Gothic Style Pendant Vintage - made 20+ years ago Carved Image of Crucified Cross - associated with Greek mythology of Faith Sterling Silver 92...
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2010s Italian Gothic Revival Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Givenchy Vintage Jumbo Oversized Pearl Gold Drop Clip On Earrings
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Introducing the Givenchy Red Enamel Curved C Shape Gold Etruscan Clip On Earrings, a stunning fusion of bold design and luxurious craftsmansh...
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1990s European Etruscan Revival Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold

Vintage Etruscan Revival 14k Yellow Gold Ornate Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 6.41 Grams Backing: Hook Closure (Pierced ears are required.) Overall Width: 15.69mm (0.61") Overall Height: 32.55mm (1.28") (including backi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Etruscan Revival Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Antique 18K Gold Necklace 24 Natural Oriental Pearls Five Pointed Star Pentagram
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This unusual necklace was created in 1975 ca. It features two round discs suspended from gold chains attached to a grooved barrel clasp. Each disk is decorated with twisted gold wire...
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1870s Etruscan Revival Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Oriental Pearl, 18k Gold

Silver Plated Large Egyptian Revival Style Pharaoh Statement Brooch
Located in London, GB
Large silver plated Egyptian Revival style brooch with a beautiful detailed pharaoh design. Measuring length 9.35 cm / 3.68 inches by width 4.5 cm / 1.77 inches. This lovely brooch h...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Egyptian Revival Jewelry & Watches

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Silver Plate

Vintage double snake ring, 9k yellow gold, Ruby
Located in NEWARK, GB
You can't help but be charmed by this awesome vintage double snake ring. Coils of rich 9ct yellow gold form the body of these handsome intertwined snake friends, the heads are model...
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Late 20th Century British Egyptian Revival Jewelry & Watches

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Ruby, 9k 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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