1940s Jewelry

This is a stunning milky orange papaya Bakelite carved bracelet bangle. It features a spacer domed shape with deep geometric carving all around. The rare color is an intense orange p...

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...

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...

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...

TRIFARI 1940s ruby crystal link bracelet designed by Philippe The elegant refined costume bracelet is embellished with ruby color rectangular shaped prong set crystals Accented wi...

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 ...

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...

Tricolor Rolling Ring in 14k gold from the 1940's. Tiny size with 3 bands in white, pink and green gold. Unusual colors. Marked 14k , Maker DFS. Size 4.5-5. Great stackable.

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 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...

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...

This extraordinary natural untreated Emerald multi-strand necklace is 1940/50 circa, Italian origin. Comprising a selection of six strand of multifaceted beads of Emerald gorgeous Gr...

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...

Art Deco sterling marcasite crystal pools of light delicate chain necklace c 1940s The elegant understated choker style necklace is embellished with three small crystal orbs encased...

This eye-catching vintage 1940's cuff bracelet, on a base of a single wire strand, embellished with pink clear faceted plastic beads, pink glass beads and silver rhinestone spinners,...

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...

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...

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...

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 )...

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...

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Exquisite Rare Purple Stardust Bakelite Carved Bangle Bracelet This extraordinary Bakelite bangle is a true collector's treasure, showcasing a bold, chunky domed silhouette with intr...

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 ...

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....

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...

This is a stunning black and yellow butterscotch marble Bakelite carved bracelet bangle. The piece features a chunky domed shape with deep geometric carving all around. The color is ...

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...

Striking French retro tank bracelet about 1940. Of gold plated base metal with trapezoid shaped articulated links. Marked France, Very Good Condition. L. 7 " x W. 1 1/8"

This amazing butterscotch Bakelite carved bracelet bangle features a spacer-domed shape with deep, geometric carvings all around and a thick wall. The piece boasts an intense yellow ...

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

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...

This important estate cocktail and engagement ring features a natural 2.14-carat round brilliant-cut diamond, accompanied by a prestigious Diamond Grading Report from the Gemological...

A beautiful purple amethyst and sterling silver brooch from Taxco Mexico. The top portion consists of an elaborate ribbon design with raised dots and a circular amethyst followed by...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 Ring with Red Flower, since 1941. Crown in Silver Ø 10 mm /3mm deep. Band in solid 18K Rose Gold + 9 natural rose cut Red Bohemian Garnets of Pyrope variety with open backs. This...

Design enthusiasts, equestrians and animal lovers will appreciate this 18 kt gold chunky band with horses racing around its circumference. The horses are raised from the background....

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...

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 ...

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.

This adorable diamond encrusted platinum squirrel has approximately 85 single cut diamonds that vary in size from 1 mm to 2 mm. Upon first glance, the pendant appears to have an abst...

Exceptional circa 1940's transitional cut diamond ring in a setting that's comfortable and suitable for everyday wear. Transitional diamo...

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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...

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...

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 ...

Amazing collector quality Miriam Haskell elaborate etched and incised hinged cuff bracelet of signature Russian gilt plating with large and small baroque pearl flower...

Beautiful Ring for the female hand. Made of solid 18K Yellow Gold. Bezel set cabochon of natural Heliodor / greenish-yellow shades variety of Beryl measuring about 11mm x 9 mm x 6mm deep / about 4 ct. The stone has natural flaws and inclusions. There is a thin wire with golden beads stretched (and soldered) around the stone's bezel. Green Emerald, Green Beryl, Yellow Golden Beryl, Heliodor (variety of mix Green Beryl + Yellow Beryl ), Blue and Green Aquamarine - all these Gemstones are naturally Beryl minerals - just differently colored and included. Swedish ring...

Distinguished by the tightly coiled style of Georgian-period-inspired cannetille gold wire that decorates the four pieces of this parure, French costume-jewelry designer Lina Baretti...

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NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stDibs, but we have sold over 10,000 fine watches and exceptionally served thousands of customers with a 5.0 star rating. 1940 CRESARROW Vintage Art Deco Ladies Watch...

This wonderful 1940's turquoise celluloid necklace, made up of a celluloid chain base adorned with celluloid acorn and maple leaf charms is the perfect statement piece to to your jew...

Cartier platinum and diamond ladies wristwatch, circa 1920s to 1940s, designed as a refined jeweled cocktail watch with a platinum case and bracelet set with old cut diamonds. The si...

Large Beautiful Charm Vintage circa 1940's Size: 1.5' inch wide and 1.5' tall. Five Large natural Amethyst oval shape(20x 13 mm each) Four pearls on top (8mm each) Hand Made with man...

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...

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 ...

GIA Certified 3.36 Carat Natural Blue Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Ring 1942 GIA report number: 5232757190 Sapphire: 3.36 carat natural blue Sri Lanka (Ceylon) sapphire Dia...