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.68 Carat Old European Diamond Hand Engraved Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Solitaire diamond engagement ring. Handmade hand engraved and hand pierced simple diamond solitaire
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Early 20th Century Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Victorian 12k Yellow Gold Enamel Work Engraved Mourning Navette Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: 12k Solid Slightly Rosy Yellow Gold Weight: 9.65 Grams Ring Size: 6.0 (Fitted on a finger. We can custom size this ring. Please contact us prior to purchase for sizing inqu...
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1890s Victorian Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Edwardian Gold Silver Old Diamond w/ Pearls Hand Engraved Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
**Antique Edwardian Diamond Pearl 5 Stone Band Ring, With Hand Engraving Wheat Patterns.** --Stone(s):-- (3) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Mine & Old European Cut - Pave Set - Large...
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19th Century Edwardian Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian 15K Gold Rhodolite Garnet and Pearl Ring with Engraved Band
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
ribbon-like adornments, creating scrolls. The shoulders of the ring are engraved with a pattern evoking a
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1870s British Victorian Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, Rhodolite, 15k Gold

Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond Hand Engraved Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully designed and masterfully hand-crafted in platinum this Art Deco diamond engagement ring is both charming and unique. Set with an perfectly cut Old European Cut diamond, t...
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1920s Art Deco Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Art Deco 9ct yellow gold bracelet with engraved square segments
Located in London, GB
Art deco 9ct yellow gold bracelet featuring 8 decorative polished stepped squares joined with quadruple jointed decorative hinges. Every other square plate features a twin side stri...
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1920s European Art Deco Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Platinum 0.30ctw Diamond Engraved Sided Stack Eternity Band Ring sz 6.5
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (25) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Single Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Color - 0.30ctw (approx.) Material: Solid .750+ Platinum Weight: 2.55 Grams Ring Size: 6.5...
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19th Century Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Amethyst and Onyx Engraved Cocktail Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Amethyst and Onyx Engraved Cocktail Ring. This
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1920s Art Deco Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique French Rosy Yellow Gold Hand Engraved Panel Link Pair of 2 Bracelets
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k Rosy Yellow Gold All w/ 1 End Clasp is 14k Weight: 10.93 Grams (weight for pair) Size: Will Comfortably Fit a 6.25 inch wrist (Fitted on a wrist) Bracelet Width: ...
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19th Century Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9ct Gold Back Front, Victorian Engraved Oval Shaped Multi Frame Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
. With its unique character and sentimental value, this locket is not merely a piece of jewellery but a
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Late 19th Century English Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

9ct Rose Gold Back Front Stamped Edwardian Floral Shield Engraved Round Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
to be engraved. This timeless piece exudes elegance and charm, making it a cherished and unique
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold

14K White Gold Hand Engraved Ring with an 8.35 carat Rhodolite Garnet
Located in Big Bend, WI
engraved. The ring originally accommodated a square corner stone and we set a cut corner stone. The ring
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1920s Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Deco Shreve and Co Platinum Engraved Wedding Band - Size 7
By Shreve Co.
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Shreve and Co Platinum Engraved Wedding Band - Size 7. This beautiful
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1910s Art Deco Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Platinum

Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Engraved Wedding Band - Size 5 1/2
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Engraved Wedding Band - Size 5 1/2. This unique
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1890s Victorian Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian engraved box, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
Victorian engraved box. An oval snuff/pill box featuring a gold lid engraved with floral motifs set
Category

Early 1900s Victorian Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold

Antique Art Deco 18K White Gold Classic Engraved Wedding Band - Size 6
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 18K White Gold Classic Engraved Wedding Band - Size 6. This classic
Category

1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

White Gold

Antique Art Deco 18k Gold 0.90ct Diamond Sapphire Hand Engraved Wheat Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
-- Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Prong Set - VS1 Clarity - J/K Color - 6.2mm - 0.90ct (approx.) (4) Synthetic Sapphires - Triangular French Cut - Bezel...
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19th Century Art Deco Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique 9K Yellow Gold Ornate Engraved Quartz Watch Key Fob or Pendant
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
engraved all over with an elegant floral scrolling motif and at the centre is a bale, allowing the piece to
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Quartz, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco Platinum Blossom Engraved Wedding Band - Size 5 3/4
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Blossom Engraved Wedding Band - Size 5 3/4. This gorgeous
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Platinum

Antique Silver Gold GIA 1.18ct Old Mine Diamond Solitaire Floating Engraved Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old Mine Cut - Multi Prong Set- K Color - I1 Clarity - 1.18ct (exact - certified) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** ...
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19th Century Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Silver

Stickpin with a Rectangular Frame, Faceted Amethyst Hand Engraved-10k y.g.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
amethyst stone. The gold frame is beautifully hand engraved. Professionally cleaned and polished. 1.8
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1890s American Victorian Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, 10k Gold

Antique Art Deco Lohengrin 18K White Gold Engraved Wedding Band - Size 6
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Lohengrin 18K White Gold Engraved Wedding Band - Size 6. This beautiful
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

White Gold

Victorian 1850s 18K Gold Black Enamel “In Memory Of” Engraved Mourning Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
interspersed with engraved gold panels, with floral, cross-shaped motifs. The ring is in good condition, some
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1850s Victorian Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian 18 Karat Gold White Black Enamel Engraved Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A rare 18k yellow gold hollow form bangle bracelet with beautiful engraving and white and black enamel accents, circa 1880. This oval shaped bangle has a nice tubular width, with in...
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1880s Unknown Late Victorian Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique Art Deco Platinum Engraved Wedding Band Circa 1925 - Size 6 1/4
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Engraved Wedding Band Circa 1925 - Size 6 1/4. This beautiful
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1920s Art Deco Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Platinum

Antique Art Deco 18k White Gold Single Cut Diamond Engraved Wedding Band
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 18K White Gold Single Cut Diamond Engraved Wedding Band. This beautiful
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Victorian Celtic Engraved Cross Earrings of Bog Oak and Pinch Gold Ear Wires
Located in Stamford, CT
The earrings you see are Bog Oak Carved Earrings made circa 1850's in Ireland. The crosses are completely carved with celtic patterns and edged with pinchbeck. Above is a shamrock. T...
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Mid-19th Century Irish Victorian Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

10k Gold, Pinchbeck

Antique Art Deco 18K White Gold Engraved Wedding Band - Size 6 1/2
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 18K White Gold Engraved Wedding Band - Size 6 1/2. This amazing Art Deco
Category

1920s Art Deco Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Deco Belais 18K White Gold Engraved Wedding Band - Size 5
By Belais
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Belais 18K White Gold Engraved Wedding Band - Size 5. This gorgeous
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

White Gold

Antique Art Deco Symbol of Love 18K White Gold Engraved Wedding Band
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Symbol of Love 18K White Gold Engraved Wedding Band. This gorgeous
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

White Gold

14K Yellow Gold 1980 Victorian Hand Engraved Diamond Ring W/ Platinum Head
Located in Lexington, KY
- 14K Yellow Gold - Platinum - .50 cttw G color Si1 clarity Diamond - Hand Engraved - Size 7.5
Category

1890s American Victorian Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique 18k Yellow Gold 0.35ctw Old European Diamond Hand Engraved Signet Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
-- Stone(s):-- (2) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old European Cut - Pave Set - H/I Color - VS2/SI1 Clarity - 0.35ctw (approx.) Material: Solid All 18k Yellow Gold w/ 12K Gold Top Weig...
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19th Century Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco Ostby Barton 14k White Gold Green Amethyst Hand Engraved Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Amethyst - Emerald Cut - Bezel Set - Green Color - 10x8mm (approx.) Material: Solid 14k White Gold Weight: 3.1 Grams Ring Size: 4.0 ( fitted on finge...
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19th Century Art Deco Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Victorian 9ct Rose Gold Back and Front Engraved Ivy Leaves Locket
Located in London, GB
featuring engraved ivy leaves, and a leaves scroll design edging. The round locket measures diameter 2.9cm
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Late 19th Century Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Rose Gold

Waltham 14Kt Two Tone "Sapphire" Series Hand Engraved with Original Strap 1927
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
hand engraved. It is fitted with one of Waltham's high grade "Sapphire" Series movements. This watch is
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Engraved Jewelry

Antique Art Deco Platinum Engraved Wedding Band Circa 1924 - Size 5 1/4
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Engraved Wedding Band Circa 1924 - Size 5 1/4. This beautiful
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1920s Art Deco Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Platinum

Antique 14 Karat Yellow Gold Engraved Case Elgin Pocket Watch, circa 1895
By Elgin
Located in Manhasset, NY
engraved. White enamel dial with black Arabic numerals. This is an exceptionally well preserved vintage
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Early 19th Century Victorian Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Engraved Bracelet in Sterling Silver, 14k Yellow Gold and Rose Gold
Located in Berkeley, CA
This lovely Victorian cuff bracelet is engraved and inlayed with 14 karat Rose and yellow gold
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1890s American Victorian Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Rose Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco Orange Blossom 18K White Gold Engraved Wedding Band Circa 1928
By Orange Blossom
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Orange Blossom 18K White Gold Engraved Wedding Band Circa 1928. This
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1920s Art Deco Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Deco 18 Karat White Gold Engraved Wedding Band, circa 1922
Located in Great Neck, NY
Antique Art Deco 18K White Gold Hand Engraved Wedding Band #R0074 Metal: 18K White Gold Weight
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1920s Art Deco Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold

Antique Art Deco White Gold 0.65ct Diamond w/ Sapphire Engraved Wheat Work Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
-- Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Prong Set - I Color - VS2 Clarity - 0.65ct (approx.) (4) Synthetic Sapphires - Calibre Cut Baguette & Trillion - Frenc...
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19th Century Art Deco Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow and White Gold Engraved Blossom Wedding Band
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow and White Gold Engraved Blossom Wedding Band. This gorgeous
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Early 19th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Ruby and Diamond Star Engraved Band in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Berkeley, CA
work is engraved with spirals and stars creating a magical and enchanted look to it. Size 10.25 and may
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Waltham 14k Yellow Gold Hunters Cased Pocket Watch Circa 1900 Hand Engraved
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
entirely hand made and hand engraved. It is in excellent original condition. The dial is done in Kiln Fired
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Yellow Gold

Antique French 18k Gold Plat, GIA Pearl Sapphire Emerald Engraved Link Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
and are elegantly engraved throughout both the front and back of each link. This antique bracelet is a
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Early 1900s French Edwardian Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Art Deco 18k White Gold Floral Wheat Work Engraved Band Ring Size 9
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k White Gold Weight: 2 Grams Ring Size: 9.0 (Fitted on a finger. We can NOT custom size this ring. ) Ring Width: 1.9mm (0.07") Ring Height: 1.5mm rise off the finge...
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19th Century Art Deco Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Deco Platinum 1ctw European Diamond Wheat Engraved Step Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Bead Pave Set - L/M Color - I1 Clarity - 5.87mm - 0.80ct (approx.) (12) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Single & Old Eur...
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1920s Art Deco Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Edwardian 14K Gold European Diamond Filigree Engraved 3 Stone Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
engraved work designs at the sides. This antique ring remains in excellent condition and is absolutely
Category

Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Black Starr Frost 14 Karat Gold Art Deco Pocket Watch with Engraved Dial
By Black, Starr Frost
Located in Long Beach, CA
premier American house of Black Starr & Frost. They are one of the oldest American jewelry houses and
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

Antique Art Deco Platinum 0.65ct Diamond Hand Engraved Eternity Band Ring sz 5.5
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (20) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Mine & Single Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Color - 0.65ctw (approx.) Material: Solid .700+ Platinum Weight: 2.3 Gram Ring ...
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19th Century Art Deco Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique 14K white gold hand engraved .78ct diamond engagement ring. The GIA repo
Located in Big Bend, WI
Antique 14K white gold hand engraved .78ct diamond engagement ring. The GIA report #2221667114
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Early 1900s Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Deco 14k White Gold Engraved Squared Boxy Pocket Watch Chain Link
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: 14K Solid White Gold Weight: 8.52 Grams Chain Type: Engraved Squared Boxy Link Chain
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1920s Art Deco Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

White Gold

Art Deco Gold Mother-of-Pearl Agate Clock Engraved for Maurice Chevalier
Located in Greenwich, CT
engraved and signed as a gift for Maurice Chevalier. A script note in French encircles the handsome mother
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Engraved Jewelry

Antique Art Deco 14K Two Tone Engraved Wedding Band - Size 5 1/4
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 14K Two Tone Engraved Wedding Band - Size 5 1/4. This gorgeous art deco
Category

1920s Art Deco Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Illinois White Gold-Filled Art Deco Open Faced Pocket Watch Hand Engraved 1919
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
excellence of the American house. The case is entirely hand engraved and shows almost no wear on it. We
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1910s American Art Deco Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Gold-filled, White Gold

Antique Art Deco White Gold 1ctw Old Cut Diamond Filigree Engraved Dinner Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
-- Stone(s) -- (21) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old European, Step Trillion & Baguette Cut - Pave & Bezel Set - VS2-I2 Clarity - G-K Color - 1.0ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14K Whit...
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19th Century Art Deco Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Deco Jabel 18k White Gold 0.60ct Diamond Engraved Filigree Work Ring
By Jabel
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (7) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old European Cut - Pave Bead Set - 0.60ctw (approx.) Total Carat Weight: 0.60 (approx.) Material: Solid 18 White Gold Weight: 3.29 Grams R...
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19th Century Art Deco Antique Engraved Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

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Antique Engraved Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the piece of antique engraved jewelry you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Yellow Gold and Platinum. Find an antique version now, or shop for 409 vintage or 1 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for an item from our selection of antique engraved jewelry may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating a choice in our collection of antique engraved jewelry has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Elgin, Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection and Orange Blossom are consistently popular. An object in our assortment of antique engraved jewelry can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 29, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. See these pages for an old european cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also single cut cut and old mine cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an option in this array of antique engraved jewelry, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Antique Engraved Jewelry?

Prices for a piece of antique engraved jewelry can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $95 and can go as high as $23,890, while this accessory, on average, fetches $680.
Questions About Antique Engraved Jewelry
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify antique jewelry, first try to locate any maker's markings. These may be found in a variety of inconspicuous locations, such as the insides of rings, the clasps of bracelets and chains and the backs of clip-on earrings, pendants and brooches. You can find trustworthy online reference guides that make searching for makers using their hallmarks easy. Once you have determined who produced your jewelry, learn about the creator and estimate approximately when they made your item. If your jewelry is at least 100 years old, it is antique. Alternatively, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist in dating your jewelry. Find a wide range of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Paste jewelry is made out of a special type of flint glass that emulates several gemstones. Paste is a hand-cut glass that is polished with metal powder until it gleams like a gem. Paste jewelry was popular as a cheaper alternative to diamonds during the Georgian, Victorian, and Edwardian eras, as well as the Art Deco period. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage paste jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    To tell if jewelry is antique, look for its hallmarks. You will usually find them in inconspicuous areas, such as on clasps, the backs of pendants or the insides of bracelets and rings. Once you have located the hallmarks, use trusted online resources to identify the maker and find out when they were active. Pieces produced more than 100 years ago are antique. If you need assistance dating a particular piece, enlist the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Find a large collection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    To tell if antique jewelry is real, first look for hallmarks that may signify the maker. You can then use trusted online resources to find out what to look for to verify authenticity. If the jewelry doesn't have hallmarks, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or licensed dealer. An expert can evaluate your jewelry, tell you whether it is a genuine antique and provide information about its materials and approximate value. Explore a large selection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    Jewelry is considered antique once it is 100 years old. Pieces that are 20 to 99 years old are vintage. Contemporary is the term used to describe jewelry that is less than 20 years old. Explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In antique jewelry, the term “paste” means glass finished in a way that allows it to resemble natural gemstones. To produce paste, artisans polish it for long periods of time with metal powder. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique paste jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    Yes, some antique jewelry is worth money. Precious metals and gemstones like platinum, gold, silver, diamonds and emeralds have value on their own. Even costume jewelry made of less expensive materials may prove valuable due to its style or maker. Because the condition also impacts the potential value of antique pieces, you may wish to have your jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To know if your antique jewelry is valuable, you can consult trusted online resources to see what similar pieces have sold for in the past. It is important to note that the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. Jewelry of a certain historical period will be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with a precious gemstone may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and give you a price estimate. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany Co., Van Cleef Arpels, BVLGARI and others. Shop a collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    To tell if jewelry is vintage or antique, first look for any hallmarks that signify its maker. You can use trusted online resources to research when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours to roughly estimate its age. Jewelry is vintage if it's between 20 and 99 years old, and antique if it is 100 years old or more. If you're unable to locate a maker's hallmark, becoming familiar with the materials and other characteristics used during different eras of jewelry can help you date your piece. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage and antique jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, some antique jewelry does go up in value. It is important to note that demand as well as the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. A certain historical period’s jewelry may be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with precious gems may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and estimate its value. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany Co., Van Cleef Arpels, BVLGARI and others. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if jewelry is antique gold, take it to a licensed appraiser experienced in evaluating jewelry. It is difficult to identify jewelry materials using only the naked eye and online resources. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell if antique jewelry is real gold, you can first perform a simple home test. Position a magnet near the jewelry. Since gold isn't naturally magnetic, the attraction between the magnet and your piece usually indicates that your jewelry is, at most, gold-plated or crafted out of an entirely different metal. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler can also help you determine what your antique jewelry is made of. Shop a diverse assortment of antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.