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Is estate jewelry real?
Whether estate jewelry is real varies. The term “estate jewelry” describes earrings, bracelets, necklaces, rings, brooches and other pieces that become available for sale as a part of a person's estate after they die. Because people collect many kinds of jewelry, both fine jewelry — featuring precious metals and genuine gemstones — and costume jewelry — made of less expensive materials — can be part of an estate and therefore classified as estate jewelry. Find a diverse assortment of jewelry on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
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AVON signed vintage gold tone enamel ship nautical designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed AVON • gold tone with enamel • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 59 ❤️❤️ ...
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20th Century Brooches

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Diamond Snake Ring, Hallmarked Chester 1903
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Snake Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked Chester 1903 This stunning antique ring showcases a beautifully crafted single-headed snake design, elegantly coiling around the fi...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Band Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Flower Brooch 18k Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire, Italy ca. 1970
Located in Orlando, FL
18K Yellow Gold Italian Floral Brooch with Blue Sapphires – ca. 1970 A beautifully sculptural vintage Italian brooch, masterfully crafted in 18K yellow gold and designed as a fully ...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Brooches

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Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

New 6.60 Carat Cornflower Blue Sapphire Diamond Cut Sapphire Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
The stone is from Tanzania and is just exquisite. The stone is a Cornflower Blue Sapphire and is 6.60 carats. I love the cornflower blue sapphires and they don't come around all tha...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Art Nouveau Diamond Seed Pearl 3 Cat Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Cat Brooch 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1910 Step into a world of elegance with this exquisite Art Nouveau brooch, crafted from rich 18ct yellow gold. This stunning piece feat...
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Brooches

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

New 12.30 Carat Aquamarine Diamond Cut Sapphire 24k Rose Gold Pl Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
The stone is from Brazil and is just exquisite. The ring is a size 6.5. The stone is a Baguette cut Aquamarine and is 12.30 carats. It measures 16 x 12.2 mm and is flanked by 3 diam...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Aquamarine, Sapphire, Rose Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, 24k Gold

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