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Edwardian Target Diamond Pearl Ruby 18K Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian 18 karat (18K) yellow gold pendant designed as a circle with wirework gold crossed
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Early Victorian 15k Rose Cut Diamond Engagement Ring 0.85ct
Located in Narberth, PA
A beautiful diamond engagement ring from the Early Victorian (ca1850) era! Made of 15kt yellow gold
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1850s Victorian Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl Cannetille Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique 19th Century 14 karat yellow gold ornate brooch set with an Orient pearl and cannetille
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Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Yellow Gold 15K Platinum Pendant Four Leaf Clover Diamond Pearl
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This Belle Époque pendant was created out of 15K yellow gold and platinum in the last decade of the
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1890s English Belle Époque Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Early Victorian Ring with rose cut diamonds up to 0.40ct 18k gold 7.0 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold ring set with rose-cut diamonds up to 0.40 ct – G/H - SI - ring size US 9.25 - EU
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

French 1920s Diamonds Horseshoe 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark and platinum. This feminine antique necklace
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

19th Century Rosecut Diamonds Matte Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Poitiers, FR
Bracelet in 14 karat yellow gold, shell hallmark. This magnificent and imposing bangle bracelet is
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Late 19th Century American Napoleon III Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Circa 1910 Edwardian French 18K Yellow Gold Natural Sapphire, Diamond, and Pearl
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1910 Item Details: Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 19.7 grams
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1910s Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

20th Century Antique Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Collar Watch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Collar watch in 18 karat yellow gold, horse head hallmark. Lady's watch with manual winding. Dark
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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 17th/18th Century Sequilé Diamond Demi-Parure Yellow Gold Portuguese
Located in Lisbon, PT
Museum-quality antique late 17th/early 18th century diamond and yellow gold Baroque “sequilé
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Early 18th Century Portuguese Georgian Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

French 20th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Enamelled Pocket Watch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Watch in 18 karat yellow gold, horse head hallmark. Pocket watch, the case is round and engraved
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage 14K 585 Yellow and White Gold Natural Diamond and Ruby Ring
Located in New York, NY
Stone: Natural Diamond Primary Carat Weight: 0.7 Carat (38 Pcs) Primary Stone Cut: Rose Cut Primary
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Early 20th Century Contemporary Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

1920s Art Deco Diamonds 18 Karat White Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 karat white and yellow gold. A drop-shaped Art Deco diamond pendant, openwork and set
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14kt Yellow Gold Diamond Turquoise Triple Strand Cultured Pearl Bracelet
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
ornate and has a large turquoise cabochon surrounded by small silver toped rose cut diamonds Dates
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Early 20th Century English Victorian Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold

Victorian GIA 10.50 carat no heat sapphire diamond 14k yellow gold bangle
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
cabochon cut sapphires, two round cut sapphires totaling approximately 0.90 carats, and 32 rose cut
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1880s Victorian Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Enamel Memorial Diamond Cross Locket Ring c. 1900
Located in New York, NY
Rare Victorian 14K Yellow Gold diamond cross blue enamel memorial locket ring set with 11 rose cut
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Early 1900s American Victorian Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Diamond and Enamel Cufflinks
Located in London, GB
A pair of French 18K (18 karat) yellow gold cufflinks designed as a pair of circular disc with a
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1910s French Art Deco Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel

French 1920s Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Platinum Bar Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark and platinum. Made in the 1920s, this elegant
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Silver and 14K Gold Cross Pendant with Rose-Cut Diamonds, Circa 1850
Located in Rotterdam, NL
: Silver front, 14K yellow gold reverse Gemstones: Rose-cut diamonds Dimensions: 45 mm x 25 mm Weight
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Mid-19th Century European High Victorian Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

19th Century Natural Pearls 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karats yellow gold. Elegant antique brooch, the center is composed by a cross motif
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1880s French Napoleon III Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

19th Century 14K 18K Yellow Gold Enamel Diamond and Emerald Necklace
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
elegant antique treasure features 69 rose-cut diamonds and vibrant emeralds, delicately accented with fine
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19th Century Austrian Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Edwardian 14K Gold Rose de France Amethyst Bead Necklace
Located in Venice, CA
The hand faceted Rose de France amethyst beads in this 14k gold Edwardian necklace have stunning
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian 18K White and Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A pair of Edwardian seed pearl, diamond, and yellow gold earrings, each comprising four tiny
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1910s Edwardian Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Pearl Diamond Daisy Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Edwardian daisy ring, showcasing a centre natural pearl delicately framed with a halo of eight rose-cut
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian French Opal Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Yellow Gold Navette Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
color with spectral play-of-color Accented by a halo surround of rose cut diamonds bead set in
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1910s Edwardian Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Blue Enamel, Diamond Seed Pearl Brooch Circa 1880
Located in Brighton, GB
15ct yellow gold, featuring a central star motif set with one old cut diamond and four natural seed
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique French Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Silver Pearl and Diamond Swan Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
, five rose cut diamonds, and sixty-seven seed pearls, in silver and 18 karat yellow gold. My favourite
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

French Art Deco Old Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
by a double halo of rose-cut diamonds. The intricate design is set in a blend of 18ct gold and silver
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1920s Art Deco Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

20th Century Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Engraved Bangle Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, own hallmark. Antique bangle ring it is formed on its higher half of
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

20th Century Fine Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Cross pendant in 18 karat yellow gold. This charming antique cross is adorned with fleur-de-lis
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Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1925s Calibrated Red Gems Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Round Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold. Antique Art Deco ring, the round setting is set with rose-cut
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 9ct Gold and Yellow Metal Locket
Located in Portland, England
9ct yellow and rose gold, featuring flower bouquet motif on the front, accented by subtle Etruscan
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19th Century British Etruscan Revival Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Rose Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold and Silver Diamond Pheasant Stick Pin
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique diamond, ruby, silver, and yellow gold stick pin, comprising twenty-six rose cut
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

French 19th Century Diamonds Enamel 18 karat Yellow Gold Locket Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Locket pendant in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. A collector's item, this opening
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Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Cabochon Opal And Rose Diamond Ring 1910 s
Located in Firenze, IT
18K yellow gold and silver ring set with an opal cabochon cluster rose diamond Opal dimensions
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1910s Italian Art Nouveau Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Edwardian Yellow Gold Silver Diamond and Enamel Garrard Brooch
By Garrard Co. Ltd.
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An Edwardian diamond, enamel, silvery, and yellow gold brooch, comprising thirteen rose cut
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel

5.50 Carat Sapphires Diamond Halo Silver Yellow Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
18k yellow gold handmade dangle earrings with classic rose cut diamonds framing both the top and
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Early 20th Century Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold

French 19th Century Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Platinum Daisy Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Earrings in 18 karat yellow gold, and platinum. In the shape of a flower, they
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

French Belle Epoque Diamonds Floral Pattern 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Characteristic of its time, this feminine
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Boucheron Victorian Diamond Enamel Silver 18K Yellow Gold Antique Cross Pendant
By Boucheron
Located in Philadelphia, PA
-lis, and center radial burst appliqué Centering an old European cut diamond bezel set in yellow gold
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1870s Victorian Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, En...

Antique Mughal Empire Indian Elephant Bangle Bracelet in 22k Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
craftsmanship of the Mughal period. Crafted from 22 karat yellow gold, the bangles feature stunning red, blue
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19th Century South Asian Etruscan Revival Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Beautiful Early Victorian Floral Brooch, circa 1860s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
An early Victorian flower broach, ca. 1860s, with big rosecut diamonds. The diamonds weigh circa 6-7 carats.
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Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Two-Tone Coral, Pearl and Rose Cut Diamond Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
protection. The coral is framed by a halo of alternating natural pearls and glittering rose-cut diamonds
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Victorian Antique Red Rutilated Quartz Rose cut Diamond Earrings 14K Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in Brambleton, US
Victorian Antique Red Rutilated Quartz Rose cut Diamond Earrings 14K Gold This is a gorgeous
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1880s Unknown Early Victorian Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

19th Century Fine Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karats yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. This small yellow gold safety pin is set with
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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 19th Century Diamonds Enamel 18 Karat Yellow gold Tassel Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 karats yellow gold. Oval in shape, the top is adorned with rose-cut diamonds in a
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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Famille Rose/Verte Ewer, Qing Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
Beautiful flowers and scenary painted familie rose/verte ceramic ewer from Qing dynasty. Excavated
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17th Century Vietnamese Qing Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Edwardian Snake Bracelet 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Vintage
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Edwardian era snake bracelet (circa 1907), crafted in 18k yellow gold
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Gold Cabochon Sapphire Rose Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Gold Cabochon Sapphire Rose Cut Diamond Engagement Ring. This
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1890s Victorian Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Multi-Gem Cluster Ring Diamonds Rubis Emeralds
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
A stunning example of late Victorian jewelry design, this 18K yellow gold (750‰) navette-shaped
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold, Diamond and Baroque Pearl Eagle Safety Pin, circa 1890s
Located in New York, NY
Antique 14K Yellow Gold and Baroque Pearl and Diamond Eagle Safety Pin 1890s The symbol of the
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19th Century Unknown Late Victorian Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Opal Pink Sapphire Rose Cut Diamond Antique Victorian Brooch
Located in New York, NY
stunning Pink Sapphires, and 88 sparkling Rose Cut Diamonds. The Opals are just out of this world. It is
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver, Gold, Yellow Gold

Circa 1900s GIA 1.59ct 14K Yellow Gold Old European Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1900s Item Details: Ring Size: 8.5 Metal Type: 14K Rose Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight
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Early 1900s Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

French 19th Century Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dressed Enamel Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Splendid round shape brooch, it is enamelled
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Briolette Black Jet and Garnet 14K Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A briolette pendant made of faceted black jet and set with five garnet stones. The black jet is set between two gold filigree openwork caps. The gold cap on top of this pendant is em...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Victorian Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Garnet, Other, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 19th Century Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Silver Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark, and silver. This magnificent antique pendant
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Yellow Rose

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, Yellow ...

Antique Rose-Cut Diamond Ruby 14 Karat Gold Snake Bangle Bracelet, 19th Century
Located in Rotterdam, NL
wisdom and eternal love during this period. Material: 14K yellow gold Diamonds: Rose-cut diamonds
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Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Antique Yellow Rose

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold

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Antique Yellow Rose For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact antique yellow rose you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Finding the perfect antique yellow rose 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. An antique yellow rose from Fabio Ferrara, Dario Ferrara and Cartier — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. An antique yellow rose can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 882, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a rose cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and old mine cut alternatives. Most of our antique yellow rose for sale are for women, but there are 504 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Antique Yellow Rose?

The price for an antique yellow rose starts at $130 and tops out at $265,416 with these rings, on average, selling for $2,740.

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.