1940s Jewelry

1940s Sterling silver amethyst crystal frog brooch designed by Reja The charming figural frog brooch appears to be on the verge of leaping away The center of the frog's body is emb...

This elegant Art Deco retro gold bracelet, crafted in Italy circa 1940, showcases the era's emphasis on bold yet refined design. The bracelet features an articulating structure that ...

This wonderful early 1940's celluloid brooch of a stylised frog, with painted red and black accents is the perfect finishing touch to any outfit. Mea...

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Jade Cabochon Dangle Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold These elegant earrings are crafted in 14k yellow gold and feature four green jade cabochons arranged in graceful articulated drops. ...

This is a stunning Art Deco Bakelite carved bracelet bangle. The chunky, domed shape features deep floral carvings and is embellished with crystal AB rhinestones. The piece boasts an...

These spectacular 1940's clip on earrings by Miriam Haskell, accented by molded milk glass and delicate silver glass rhinestones, are the perfect statement piece to add to your vinta...

This circa 1940s Nastix 14 karat rose gold covered watch bracelet pairs a hidden manual wind timepiece with a ruby and diamond crescent motif, a hallm...

An exceptional pair of Estate Vintage Tiffany & Co. Retro earrings, exquisitely crafted in 14 karat gold and dating to early to mid-1940s. Designed and handcrafted as elegant sculpt...

This vintage 1940's deep blush pink glass tulip necklace, on a beaded brass chain base, with a central cluster droplet design in a floral design is the perfect pop of colour to compe...

ϟiignet Ring for Men Art Deco styled in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with natural Jade stone stone rectangular cut and polished 16 x 12 mm x 2.6 mm deep/ about 5.5 ct . Swedish...

Old Ring with claw set natural light Aquamarine colored Blue with tint of Green, radiant cut measuring 5.75mm x 4mm x 2.6mm / about 0.6 ct. This stone is transparent bright and sh...

Solje brooches are folkloric Norwegian designs that were believed to ward off evil. The flip side of that intention is that the Solje is a good luck charm ... and what better way to...

This 1940s ring in 14K yellow gold is set with one large emerald cut citrine, weighing 21.63 carats and measuring 18.75 by 12.90 millimeters, in a delicate filigree mounting. The cit...

This stunning set of two French Art Deco Bakelite bracelet bangles features a rare chunky, domed spacer shape with deep geometric and floral carving all around. The color is an inten...

This is a Miriam Haskell pearl stick pin/brooch. This is a gilt Russian gold metal flowers stick pin that is hand wired with Niki pearls and on the end of the pin has a flower and th...

Exceptional Eisenberg Aquamarine Noh Mask Clip from the 1940's. Large gilt metal Noh Mask with jeweled faux aquas and crystal pastes with bearded pendant of collets set aqua pastes. ...

This is a stunning yellow and brown marble Bakelite carved bracelet bangle. It features a chunky domed shape with deep floral carving all around. The color is an intense yellow-beige...

This stunning Bakelite bracelet bangle features a chunky tube shape with a rare, intense purple-blue color and a cloudy, creamy custard swirl, also known as an inkspot color. Measure...

This is a stunning bicolor marble Bakelite-laminated bracelet bangle. The piece features a chunky domed shape with a bi-layer design. The colors are a sunny orange butterscotch marbl...

This is a pair of Miriam Haskell pearl clip-on earrings. These single large prong set button pearl earrings are Haskell's well known classic work ...

Fine Ring with carved shoulders decorated with a natural White Sapphire set in claws. Swedish hallmarks : 18K, city of Stockholm. Marks of the year : Y8 / hand - made in 1949. N...

Boucheron Paris 1940s Art Deco sterling, gold & ruby jeweled compact - necklace The exquisite Boucheron compact is designed with a beautiful gold pie...

Halo Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with natural Blue Sapphire and 11 Diamonds. Swedish hallmarks, 18K, crowned G (Gothenburg), Maker's marks . Year combination ( a bit fragmented )...

This vintage beaded bakelite necklace is from the 1940's and from the end of the Art Deco period. The bakelite is marbled and in tones of burgundy reds, browns. It was just restrung ...

This stunning Mississippi swamp marble Bakelite carved bracelet bangle features a domed shape with three flat areas and carved designs. The beautiful design boasts vines and bunches ...

A stunning, fine and impressive vintage Art Deco style 8.10 carat Ceylon sapphire and 1.30 carat diamond, platinum ring; part of our collection of sapphire engagement rings. This st...

1940's Reinad novelty gilt gold brooch in the form of an Asian Princess colorfully bejeweled with faceted rhinestones in shades of purple, pink, emerald green and blue. The Princess...

ϟignet Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with natural black Onyx stone rectangular cut and polished 12 mm x 8.5mm x 2.6mm deep / about 3.5 ct. Initially designed for men but c...

Signet Ring in solid 14K Yellow Gold with plain divided shoulders and bezel set Blood - stone, color is dark Green color with red dots, measures 11mm x 10.5mm x 2.7mm deep / ca. 5ct ...

Three Stone Cluster Ring set with sort of transitional bezel and claw setting with oval cut natural Blue Sapphire accented with 2 old European cut Diamonds in Platinum claws on solid 18K Orange Gold band...

This gorgeous silver cigarette case features a hand chased/engraved dragon and an area for a monogram. The inside is gilt with gold. Measurements: 3 1/8 by 6 3/4 inches Weight: 196....

Poison Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with crown being a hidden compartment 13 mm x 11 mm x 5.5 mm deep covered with secure and tight hinged lid decorated with rose cut Garnet. Unisex...

Nice Art Deco Ring with bezel set plate of vibrant deep Green high grade untreated Jade Stone, faceted baguette cut 18 mm x 9 mm / ca. 15 ct . Swedish hallmarks of jewelry workshop ...

Ring for every day in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with natural light Cornflower Blue Sapphire of oval cut 12 mm x 10 mm x 5.12 mm / ca. 6.5 ct that demonstrates peculiar internal...

A pair of Finish Retro Vintage 14K Earrings on secure hooks with bezel set oval cut Blue Spinel stones. Stones are likely lab made and imitate valuable Natural light blue Spinels ver...

Three Stone Cluster Ring in solid 18K set with octagon cut natural Blue Sapphire accented with 2 old European cut Diamonds in Platinum settings. This sturdy Art- Deco inspired design...

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Aquamarine and Diamonds Ring in solid 18K White Gold. Fine emerald /step cut natural Blue Aquamarine measuring about 12.85 mm x 8.86 mm x 7.15 mm deep / ca.7ct The stone is of vivi...

This stunning bicolor marble Bakelite laminated bracelet bangle features a chunky, domed shape with a double-layer design. The colors feature an intense butterscotch tone, complement...

Charming Marcel Boucher Ballerina Brooch from the Art Deco period of rhodium and pink gold plate. Pierced skirt with dancer poised en point. 2" wide x 1.75". 1940's USA.

Rendered in the most eye-catching shade of lapis blue enamel, set against copper bases, this original 1940's chain link necklace, decorated with leaf charms is the perfect statement ...

This vintage Chinese adjustable ring and hinged bracelet set, created in gold-washed sterling silver filigree with turquoise cabochons, dates to approximately 1940. Exquisitely crafted, this jewelry reflects the intricate artistry and craftsmanship of mid-20th century Chinese design, a period when fine filigree work and natural gemstones were highly celebrated in traditional jewelry making. The bracelet features a delicate yet robust hinge mechanism, allowing for ease of wear while maintaining its structural integrity. Its intricate gold-washed sterling design is characterized by finely detailed filigree work, showcasing the artistry typical of Chinese craftsmanship during this era. The turquoise cabochons add vibrant pops of color, standing out against the warm gold hues. Turquoise, a stone often associated with protection and prosperity, has deep cultural significance in Chinese tradition, symbolizing harmony and luck. The matching adjustable ring mirrors the bracelet's aesthetic, featuring complementary filigree detailing and a central turquoise cabochon. Its adjustable design ensures a perfect fit while retaining the elegance and timeless charm of the set. Together, the bracelet and ring create a cohesive and sophisticated ensemble, perfect for someone who appreciates the blending of fine artisanship with historical significance. Dating to circa 1940, this set embodies the transition of traditional Chinese jewelry motifs into more globally influenced styles, making it an exceptional piece for collectors of vintage Asian jewelry...

Vintage Australian Opal Ring Nice color and Brilliance. 14k Yellow Gold approx 11.2 grams Natural White Opal size: approx 16 x 12 mm Design area size overall approx 24 x 21 mm Finge...

A refined and historically significant jewel, this 1940s Tiffany & Co. belt bracelet is a stunning example of wartime-era craftsmanship. Crafted in solid 14k gold and accented wi...

Miriam Haskell Chartreuse Crystal Clip Back Earrings from the 1940's. Unusual large focal pear shaped crystals in chartreuse are set in a filigree leaf settings. 1940's USA. 1.25" x ...

Platinum, Diamond and Onyx Art Deco Style Ring 1940's ring with a bright and shining central European-cut diamond floating in the center, estimated at 0.45carat, collet-set in plat...

Marcel Boucher crystal pave and baguettes floral bow brooch. Rhodium plated base metal, crystal rhinestones, pierce work set with rectangular and tapered b...

Rare Trifari Norman Bel Geddes Jelly Belly fish brooch designed in 1941. This Jelly Belly Sailfish Clip-Brooch is formed of a yellow and rose gold plated base metal alternating to fo...

Retrò brooch in 18 kt white gold structure mounted with diamonds. Diamonds 2.70 ct Total Weight 15.20 gr RF +EIIA K.GOOF For any information, feel free to contact the seller throug...

Rodi & Weinenberger beautiful gold filled link bracelet, with a ridged, shiny and textured design. It is stamped 'double' for gold filled, and the makers mark. The bracelet is i...

Super rare Marcel Boucher 1941 radish bunch brooch of metallic and pearlized cold enamel with crystal rhinestone pave set in rhodium plate. Especially rare with original enamel. Excellent Condition. Length 3" x Width 2.50" NOTE Brooch is signed with the Boucher Phrygian...

Pair of Iconic Art Smith "Modernette" Cuffs from the 1940's in sterling silver. Pioneering jeweler Art Smith created some of the most iconic designs in the Modernist period. Examples of his works are housed now in the Brooklyn Museum of Art. Inspired by surrealism and biomorphicism, Art Smith’s jewelry...

This is a 1940s Modern pressed glass vanity set. The set includes two bottles and one powder box. These three clear optical pressed glass dresser decorative pieces come with Kelly Gr...

A charming vintage baby ring crafted in 14K yellow gold, dating to the 1940s Retro era. This delicate piece weighs approximately 0.2 grams and featu...

A remarkable artifact from the dawn of the modern oil era, this 1945–46 Saudi Arabia ARAMCO 4 Pounds gold coin was struck at the Philadelphia Mint as part of a historic concession pa...

Elegant and Charming Cartier Grey Chamois and Gold Drawstring Pouch in original box, retailed at Maxfields, LA in the 1990's. Softly pleated pouch with genuine gold initial and tab d...

This magnificent convertible cultured Akoya pearl necklace is a rare and regal example of mid-20th century high jewelry. This is a once-in-a-generation piece: museum-worthy, deeply collectible, and functionally royal in construction. It is quite simply an unparalleled treasure of vintage pearl craftsmanship. Composed of 64.5 inches of luminous, exceptionally large Akoya pearls—ranging from 9.3mm to 9.7mm—this necklace is not only stunning in scale but unmatched in versatility, construction, and quality. The necklace is ingeniously crafted in seven interchangeable segments, each tipped with a white gold clasp set with twelve .02 carat transitional cut diamonds—for a total of 84 hand-cut transitional diamonds weighing approximately 1.68 carats. The seven sections can be connected in various combinations to create multiple wearable lengths, from a single opera strand to a double choker and everything in between, including bracelets. This adaptable design echoes the bespoke nature of European royal jewelry, which often incorporated convertible elements to transition seamlessly from courtly daywear to formal gala adornment. Segment Breakdown: 1 strand of 16.5" 1 strand of 18" 2 strands of 7.5" 3 connector strands of 2.5" Total weight: 183 grams To encounter cultured Akoya pearls of this size and quality is nothing short of extraordinary. Akoya pearls—cultured from the Pinctada fucata oyster—are traditionally admired for their delicate size and mirror-like luster. Pearls measuring above 9mm are exceptionally rare, particularly in strands where all pearls are so uniform in shape, color, and size. This necklace is a masterclass in pearl matching: each gem is nearly perfectly round with a soft, creamy natural tone and a nearly blemish-free surface—indicators of the finest grading possible at the time. Even more extraordinary, these pearls display orient, the elusive spectral shimmer that appears to move just beneath the surface of the nacre. Orient is most often associated with natural pearls, as it occurs when nacre is extremely thick and finely layered. Its presence here suggests not only the age and integrity of the pearls, but also a degree of natural beauty that rivals the finest natural pearls in museum collections. Each of the seven connectors is finished with a refined 18k white gold cap, channel-set with twelve transitional cut diamonds—a cut dating from the 1930s–1940s that bridged the evolution from Old European to modern brilliant cuts. These diamonds were likely hand-cut, and their deeper proportions and open culets lend them a fiery, vintage charm that beautifully complements the soft sheen of the pearls. Though unsigned, the workmanship is of the highest order. Each component feels robust and flawlessly executed, the connections glide with elegant precision, and the pearl stringing remains perfectly taut. This level of detail and ingenuity would not be out of place in the ateliers of Cartier, Garrard & Co., or Buccellati. While no maker’s mark has been located, the pedigree of the piece is unmistakable. Convertible pearl...

Large Retro Sterling Vermeil Flower Brooch from the 1940's. Openwork petals with a central bud of raised green crystal marquises and pastes. Striking scale with pink gold wash, Unsig...

Art - Deco styled Ring in solid 585 Yellow Gold decorated with bezel set natural old European cut Diamond : Ø2 mm / ca. 0.04ct / F,G / VS embedded into the center of claw set Black...