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Antique Melissa Venus Victrix Intaglio Signet Ring Carnelian 18K Gold ØUS8/5.8gr
Located in SE
standing pregnant close to a torch with a bee flying over the flames..Ancient Greeks and Romans associated
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Late 18th Century European Greek Revival Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold

Diamond Ruby Old Cut Gold Silver Cross Pendant
Located in Bad Kissingen, DE
- 925 Silver, partially gold-plated - Numerous old-cut diamonds - Dimensions: approx. 60 x 50 mm - Weight: approx. 19 gram Additional information The dimensions are approx. 60 x 50...
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1880s Unknown Classical Greek Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Silver

Chinese Jade Disk and Bead Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Chinese Jade Disk and Bead Necklace attached with a 14 Karat Yellow Gold buckle style ornament Retro, 1970's Pendant and Bead necklace displays a convex jade with marbled colors of ...
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19th Century Chinese Classical Greek Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

BIZANTINE 1775 Orthodox Cross In Copper 18Kt Vermeil Sterling And Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
presentation jewelry box and the copy of the historical book about these types of religious ancient artifacts
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1770s Greek Byzantine Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver, Copper, Yellow Gold, Vermeil

ANCIENT EGYPT-PERSIA 300 BC Intaglio Seal Ring In 23Kt Gold Falcon In Faience
Located in Miami, FL
gems and intaglios in a jewelry context will almost always mean carved gems; when referring to
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15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Classical Greek Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold

18kt Yellow Gold Alexander The Great Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Alexander III the great silver dracm, circa 336-323 BC Head of Herakles; the strongest of all mortals, wearing lionskin headdress/ rev. God Zeus seated, holding sceptre and eagle. 18...
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Greek Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carved Tiger s Eye and Gold Ring Depicting Zeus God of the Sky
Located in New Hope, PA
Zeus was the God of the Sky and King of the Olympian Gods. His likeness is beautifully hand carved into this tiger's eye stone. The oval shaped stone is set in a gold ring tested to ...
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Early 20th Century British Classical Greek Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Tiger s Eye, 14k Gold

Pandora, 19th Century French Patinated Bronze, Jean Jules Salmson, 1823-1902
Located in New York, NY
enthusiastically received. His oeuvre included Classical Greek, Orientalist and Historical subjects. In 1867 he was
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19th Century French Classical Greek Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Bronze

Antique 15 Karat Bloodstone Lion Fob Seal, circa 1890
Located in Baltimore, MD
, when the Egyptians, Romans and Greeks wore them as jewelry and also to fill the legal function of
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1890s British High Victorian Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

15k Gold

Art Deco Acorn and Oak Leaf Gold Necklace
Located in Litchfield, CT
Etruscan, Greek, and Roman jewelry. They are the very definition of classic style." SIZE: approx. 18
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 14-Karat Yellow Gold and Carved Shell Cameo Brooch
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Victorian period in the Greek Revival style. The beaded bezel of the brooch is unmarked, but tests to 14
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Early 20th Century Italian Classical Greek Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Byzantine Antique Necklace Golden Jewelery
Located in Sofia, BG
Beautiful authentic chain.
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15th Century and Earlier Bulgarian Classical Greek Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Antique Vintage Ladys Gentlemans Wooden Dress Cane Walking Stick Banded Agate
Located in Dublin, Ireland
. The ornamental use of agate was common in Ancient Greece, in assorted jewelry and in the seal stones
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

1906 Hedges Co. Classic Gold Bangle Bracelet
By A. J. Hedges Co.
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully made 14K gold bangle bracelet by one of the finest Newark jewelers, A. J. Hedges & Co., formed as a classic laurel wreath. Engraved monogram, 1906 date, and 14K mark....
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Early 1900s American Classical Greek Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

Ancient Greek Coin Pendant Necklace
Located in Vail, CO
Ancient Greek coin pendant necklace, featuring a Macedonian tetradrachm silver coin depicting
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

19th Century Walnut Brass Tunbridge Style Greek Key Silk Lined Jewelry Box
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
Antique Walnut Jewelry Box with Greek Key tunbridge ware style borders and tunbridge ware inlays
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19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Brass

An Ancient Oval Agate Cameo Gold Ring Depicting a Greek Warrior
Located in London, GB
Ancient Greek circa 480 BC Price $6000
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Late 18th Century Greek Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold

Early Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Greek Key Bow Brooch
Located in Sale, Cheshire
cut diamonds and a blue sapphire meander (or Greek Key) motif running through lines of fine millegrain
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Late 19th-Century Brooch with Greek Coin, by Louis Wièse
Located in Chicago, IL
Louis Wièse Brooch with Greek Coin (c. 275–250 BC) France (Paris), c. 1870–1890 Gold, silver
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Late 19th Century French Revival Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Silver, Gold

Rare Art Nouveau Gold and Diamond Greek Spartan Soldier Brooch
Located in London, GB
An Rare Art Nouveau Gold and Diamond Greek(Spartan) Soldier Brooch. 3 gold Greek perhaps Spartan
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Early 1900s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Ancient Greek Gold Stater Coin of King Alexander the Great
Located in London, GB
coins. A solid gold ancient Greek stater minted in the name of the greatest military leader of
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Antique Victorian Mother and Father Greek Key Locket
Located in Sale, Cheshire
Such a cool antique locket dating from the mid Victorian era, circa 1870. It features a Greek key
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19th Century French Victorian Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Mid Victorian Turquoise Pearl Greek Key Bracelet
Located in Sale, Cheshire
formed as a stylised flower, with pearl centrepiece, and the band features an openworked Greek Key motif
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19th Century English High Victorian Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Natural Pearl, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Greek God and Goddess Lava Cameo Bracelet in Gold, C1880
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
seven detailed Cameos depicting Greek Goddesses and Greek Gods which represent the seven days of the
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1870s Unknown Victorian Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Gold

1888 Victorian 15 Carat Rose Gold and Cameo of Greek God Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A late Victorian period single cameo ring. 15 carat rose gold example. Cameo of male bust. 16mm x 21mm stone. 4.7 grams. Size O 1/2 UK, 7 1/2 US. Very good overall condition. Clean s...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Agate, 15k Gold, Rose Gold

Decorative Ring by Zolotas in 22 Karat Yellow Gold
By Zolotas
Located in New Orleans, LA
Ram's head decorative ring in 22K yellow gold Designed by Greek designer Zolotas. This ring likely
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Mid-19th Century Greek Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

22k Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Lion Ring with Rubies and Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
. Start adding some color to your jewelry box, it will make a difference. Would love to hear from you
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Greek Revival Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Antique Gold Earrings
Located in Paris, IDF
Greek period, Oriental Greece.
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Late 19th Century Greek Victorian Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

22k Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Carved Lapis Lazuli Owl Reversible Ring
Located in Athens, GR
Museum replica ring in 18 karat yellow gold set with Lapis Lazuli hand carved showcasing the owl symbol of wisdom and symbol of Athens. On the other side host a neoclassic design wit...
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Greek Revival Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

18k Gold Silver Lapis Lazuli God of Love "Eros" Ring
Located in Athens, GR
The love ring. The mythological god of love "Eros" museum inspired and set in a silver base and gold ring set with a Lapis Lazuli. A very 3D and eye catching work with acanthus leave...
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Carnelian Intaglio of Astonishing Quality.
Located in London, GB
there are five Greek letters on the bottom edge beneath the neck. The portrait has a fine polish and can
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1770s Classical Greek Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold

Antique Lion s Head Earrings
By Maison Auclert
Located in Paris, IDF
decoration, twisted gold wires for the hoops, Classic Greek period, repurposed on modern earrings hooks in
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Late 19th Century Greek Victorian Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 22k Gold

24k Gold Heracles Knot Handcrafted Drop Earrings
By Serhat Design
Located in Istanbul, Fatih
known for it’s use in ancient Greece and Rome as a protective amulet, most notably as a wedding symbol
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15th Century and Earlier Turkish Classical Greek Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

24k Gold

Dimos 22k Gold Museum Replica Wheat Earrings
Located in Athens, GR
The wheat earrings. A piece of arts, a piece of history and masterpiece of workmanship . A museum replica made in 22 karat gold. A symbol of fertility since the ancient times and al...
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Greek Revival Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

22k Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Natural Turquoise Pendant with Enamel
Located in Athens, GR
18k yellow gold framing this natural turquoise cut in round cabochon shape and decorate with white enamel to created the ultimate summer look, color and vibe.
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Early 17th Century Greek Byzantine Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Enamel

Dimos 22k Gold Byzantine Cross with Enamel and Sapphires
Located in Athens, GR
Byzantine era cross in 22 karat gold completely handmade decorated with granulation, round 0.60 carats sapphires and red enamel. On the sides of its circle our sit sideways three sma...
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Byzantine Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Sapphire, 22k Gold, Enamel

1930s Female Profile Sardonyx Cameo 18K Yellow Gold Signet Intaglio Pinky Ring
Located in Pamplona, Navarra
ACCEPTED (3 days). A gorgeous design, it could be a special addition to any antique jewelry collection! It
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1920s Unknown Classical Greek Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

19th Century French 18ct Gold Carnelian Intaglio Pendant
Located in Glasgow, GB
A 19th century French 18ct yellow gold carnelian intaglio pendant. The pendant is set with a swiveling oval brown carnelian intaglio carved with a reclining figure, to a gold surmou...
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1890s British Classical Greek Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dimos 22k Gold Byzantine Dome Cocktail Ring
Located in Athens, GR
The ring of mobile art. A dome 22k gold creation based of museum work and a high level of workmanship skill that it takes years to achieve. The granulation work covers the whole ring...
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Byzantine Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 22k Gold

18k Yellow Gold Diamond Red Ruby Double Snake Ring
Located in Versailles, FR
The fact that the snake has wriggled its way into so many jewelry collectors is testament to our
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Early 20th Century French Edwardian Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Dramatic Ancient Greek Coin 22kt gold Braided Bezel Ring
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This very effective contrast of a heavy 22k (or better) mounting with this silver ancient coin spells pure quality. This ancient coin has very good detail and feels great on your fin...
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

22k Gold

Gold Greek Aurora Goddess of Dawn Cameo Brooch
Located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, GB
Rome, Italy. It recalls the story of Aurora, goddess of dawn, as told in Homer’s epic Greek poem, Iliad
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1880s British Victorian Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

15k Gold

Art Deco Greek Key Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
This marvellous Art Deco period diamond cluster ring features elegant meander (or Greek Key) and
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1920s British Art Deco Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Cameo Earrings Eros Cupid Gold Shell Victorian Love Token Classical Greek God
Located in London, GB
winged Greek God of desire and attraction, making them the perfect love token. They have a charming
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Mid-19th Century Unknown High Victorian Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Other, 9k Gold

1886 Antique Victorian 14 Karat Rose Gold Intaglio Signet Ring Greek God Zeus
Located in Lauderdale by the Sea, FL
, very rich and is well made. The intaglio has the Greek god Zeus which is beautifully carved the
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1880s American Victorian Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

Victorian Chester Silver Hermes Greek God Miniature Statue Table Seal
Located in St Helens, GB
A fine English made Victorian era table desk seal. Designed as Hermes the Greek God. Plain base
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Dimos 18k Gold Carved Cornelian Pegasus Reversible Ring
Located in Athens, GR
Museum replica with 18 karat yellow gold completely handmade set with Cornelian hand carved with the mythical flying horse “Pegasus”. On the other side host a beautiful and regal neo...
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Greek Revival Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold

22ct Gold Vintage Artisan Ring With Two Repousse Images Of Lions
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in London, GB
decoration. This Artisan ring was made using an ancient Greek technique. Circa 1980s. Ring size is: P (UK
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1880s Greek Hellenistic Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Museum Copy Cocktail Pyramids Ring
Located in Athens, GR
The Pyramids. A exact museum copy from the 300 BC. 18k yellow gold hand made to perfection and set with natural gems stones showing off our high level of craftsmanship with granulati...
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Greek Revival Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Petite Micro Mosaic Gold Chi-Rho in Gold and Micro Mosiac
Located in London, GB
The initials of Jesus Christ in the Greek alphabet, are inlaid with a pattern of red, black, white
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1880s Italian Classical Greek Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold

A 19th century French Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
in the form of an Ancient Greek Tragic Theatre Mask, probably skilfully copied from one in the
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1880s French Classical Greek Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold

Ilias Lalaounis Gold Rams Head Earrings
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Chestnut Hill, MA
18 karat yellow gold Lalaounis rams head estate clip earrings
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Early 20th Century Greek Greek Revival Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold

An Ancient Greenstone Scarab in a Gold Stirrup Ring Mount
Located in London, GB
The Scarab top is quite weathered with the millennia but the seal reverse is very clear, a winged lion with a human head with a surround of the Ouroboros This gem is considered to b...
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Early 19th Century Greek Georgian Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold

Ancient Greco-Roman Silver Signet Ring with Red Jasper Intaglio
Located in London, GB
Ancient Greco-Roman Silver Signet Ring with Red Jasper Intaglio Ancient Greco-Roman, Ca. 1-200 AD A silver ring with red jasper intaglio depicting Nike seated left on a rock holdin...
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15th Century and Earlier Unknown Classical Greek Antique Greek Jewelry

Gold Oval Cameo Ring, circa 1850
Located in St. Catharines, ON
Set with an oval agate cameo of a full-length dancing maiden, in a bezel mount of yellow gold typical of the period. Mid 19th century, English or American Size 4 ½. Cameo 14 x 7 m...
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1850s American Classical Greek Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Agate, 14k Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Knitted Necklace with Hercules Knot Pendant
Located in Athens, GR
The Knott of Hercules it’s another globally recognized symbol of togetherness, commitment and love. Here we have created a very three-dimensional enhancer for any necklace. The bezel...
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15th Century and Earlier Classical Greek Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold

Gold Agate Cameo Ring, circa 1850
Located in St. Catharines, ON
Set with an oval agate carved cameo profile bust of a Roman or Grecian maiden, in a 14k gold bezel mount with stepped shoulders of yellow gold typical of the period. Mid 19th centu...
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1850s Unknown Classical Greek Antique Greek Jewelry

Materials

Agate, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Antique Greek Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the piece of antique greek jewelry you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Finding the perfect item from our selection of antique greek jewelry may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 20th Century. A choice in our collection of antique greek jewelry from Serhat Design, Luigi Ferrara and Romae Jewelry — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Take a look at an object in our assortment of antique greek jewelry featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also princess cut and brilliant cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an option in this array of antique greek jewelry, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Antique Greek Jewelry?

Prices for a piece of antique greek jewelry can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $150 and can go as high as $102,083, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,090.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

Questions About Antique Greek Jewelry
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 19, 2025
    The famous jewelry in Greek mythology is the necklace of Harmonia. Sometimes called the Necklace of Eriphyle, it was the work of the blacksmith god Hephaestus, so the story goes. After finding out that his wife Aphrodite was having an affair with the god Ares, he placed a curse on the necklace and presented it to Harmonia, the daughter of the lovers. The necklace subsequently brought disaster to Harmonia and everyone who wore it after her. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.