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18 Karat Yellow Gold Earrings with Diamonds and Paraiba Tourmalines
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
, yellow or rose gold, you can also order the earrings as a clip-on. This is a limited edition jewellery
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, ...

Fourteen Karat Rose Gold Contemporary Bracelet with Big Pink Onyx
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This designer jewellery bracelet is in 14 karat rose gold with seven 15x15x3 mm pink onyx gems. The
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21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Link Bracelets

Materials

Onyx, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

White Gold Fig Garden Contemporary Cocktail Drop Earrings with Topazes
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These contemporary drop earrings are made of 14-karat white gold with blue topazes and diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

White Gold Fig Garden Contemporary Cocktail Drop Earrings with Topazes
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These Fig Garden Fruits contemporary cocktail drop earrings are made of 14 karat white gold with
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

White Gold Cabochon Moonstone Contemporary Drop Earrings with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These contemporary drop earrings are made of 18 karat white gold with cabochon moon stones and
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yel...

Eighteen Karat White Gold Contemporary Earrings by Artist with Chalcedony
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This jewellery collection, designed as sculptures by oil painter Polya Medvedeva from Berlin, was
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Chalcedony, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Smoky Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
karat yellow gold with 15x15x8 mm smoky quartz. This piece can be personally signed. The standout
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2010s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Contemporary Link Bracelet Encrusted with Diamonds by Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
gold and features 8 round diamonds (0.24 carat). The intricate design of the petals adds an extra level
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Certified No Heat Blue Sapphire Contemporary Ring
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
The Magnolia Flower contemporary cocktail ring is crafted from 18 karat yellow gold and features a
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Fig Cocktail Earrings with Smoky Quartzes by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These Fig cocktail earrings with the cabochon smoky quartz drops are made of 18 karat yellow gold
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21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace with Amethyst
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Pendant Necklace is made of 18 karat yellow gold with cabochon amethyst and
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Beryl, Quartz, Topaz, Green Beryl, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, R...

White Gold Mesopotamian Pendant Necklace with Indicolite Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
18 karat white gold Mesopotamian pendant necklace is encrusted with octagon cut 3.64 carats
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Indicolite, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold,...

Featured in Vogue UA Yellow Gold Designer Pendant with Green Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
Polya Medvedeva, an oil painter and jewelry designer from Berlin. It was originally a minimalist gold
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2010s German Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Thirty Diamonds Yellow Gold Contemporary Peony Petal Pendant Necklace
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Peony Petal pendant necklace is in 18 karat yellow gold with 31 round natural
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Drop Pendant Necklace with Diamonds and Moonstone
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat yellow gold Plum Blossom contemporary drop pendant necklace is encrusted with 5 round
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Eighteen Karat Rose Gold Mesopotamian Pendant Necklace with Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat rose gold Mesopotamian Pendant Necklace is encrusted with a 3.1 carat neon copper
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold

White Gold Men s Ink Ring with Smoky Quartz by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary jewelry collection was originally designed as sculptures in gold with cube-cut
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Rose Gold Contemporary Floral Dangle Earrings with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These contemporary Peony Petal spring floral dangle stud earrings are in 18 karat rose gold with 62
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Beryl, Diamond, White Diamond, Morganite, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Whi...

White Gold Contemporary Link Bracelet with Smoky Quartz by Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This architectural bracelet is in 14 karat white gold with seven 15x15x3 mm dark smoky quartzes
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

Quartz, Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Ring with Seven Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
karat yellow gold. The ring is adorned with seven round, natural diamonds that add a delicate sparkle
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Yellow Gold Blossom Cocktail Ring with Cushion Amethyst
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This is a Fairy Tale ring made of 14 karat yellow gold with a large amethyst gemstone. The ring has
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Quartz, Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Fig Cocktail Artistic Earrings with Smoky Quartzes
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
karat yellow gold. The gems are open for the light to go through and have beautiful cognac colour. The
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Contemporary Sculptural Pendant Necklace with Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Celestial Dancer pendant necklace is made of 18 karat yellow gold with oval cut
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Paraiba, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Silver, White Gold, 1...

Eighteen Karat Rose Gold Pendant Necklace with Natural Ruby
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Mesopotamian pendant necklace is crafted from 18 karat rose gold with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Eighteen Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace with Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Celestial Dancer Devata pendant necklace is made of 18 karat white gold with a pear cut
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rose Gold Orange Flower Contemporary Cocktail Ring with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Orange Flower cocktail ring with diamonds is made of 18-karat rose gold and was featured in an
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Morganite White Gold Contemporary Stud Earrings with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
extra highlights to the surface of the gold. The diamonds add the delicate blinks. Flowers jewellery
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary More Earrings

Materials

Beryl, Diamond, White Diamond, Morganite, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Whi...

Yellow Gold Contemporary Ink Link Bracelet with Smoky Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
sculptures with cube-cut smoky quartzes by oil painter and jewellery designer, Polya Medvedeva. Later, these
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21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Link Bracelets

Materials

Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Mesopotamian Pendant Necklace with Cushion Sapphire
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat yellow gold Mesopotamian pendant necklace is encrusted with 4.32 carats dark blue
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2010s German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Modern Style Transformer Plum Blossom Pendant Necklace with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
18 karat yellow gold Plum Blossom pendant necklace with a removable lemon quartz drop, encrusted
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Quartz, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Contemporary Earrings in Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold with Natural Rubies
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
gold, you can also order the earrings as a clip-on. This is a limited edition jewellery collection
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

White Gold Drop Pendant Necklace with Aquamarine by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Fig drop pendant necklace is made of 14 Karat white gold with a cabochon natural aquamarine
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Topaz, Aquamarine, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Transformer Plum Blossom Pendant Necklace with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
18 karat yellow gold Plum Blossom pendant necklace with a removable lemon quartz drop, encrusted
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Eighteen Karat Rose Gold Contemporary Ring with Seven Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
karat rose gold. The ring is adorned with seven round, natural diamonds that add a delicate sparkle
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Daffodil Sapphire Pendant Necklace
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
of Vogue UA. The piece will be custom made of 18 karat yellow gold. It was designed by Polya
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Topaz, Sapphire, Quartz, Amethyst, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Eighteen Karat White Gold Contemporary Engagement Ring with Sapphires
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Lily of The Valley engagement Ring is made of 18 karat white gold and 4 round
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Fig Fruits Cocktail Earrings with Amethysts by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These 14 karat yellow gold Fig Fruits cocktail earrings feature cabochon amethyst drops, allowing
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21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace with Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Celestial Dancer Devata pendant necklace is made of 18 karat yellow gold with a pear cut
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver...

Twenty Two Carats Aquamarine Eighteen Karat Gold Contemporary Pendant Necklace
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
The center of this 18-karat yellow gold contemporary pendant necklace is an aquamarine. This
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Eighteen Karat White Gold Contemporary Pendant Necklace
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
in 18 karat white gold. The sculptural design of this piece adds an extra dimension to the surface of
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, 1...

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Tibetan Earrings with Detachable Amethyst Drops
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
drops. The highest quality gold has liquid sparkling surface as the perfect jewellery highlight. The
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Quartz, Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yello...

18 Karat Gold Transformer Drop Pendant Necklace with Diamonds and Amethyst
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat yellow gold Plum Blossom pendant necklace has a modern design with a removable
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Morganite Yellow Gold Contemporary Stud Earrings with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These contemporary Peony Petal spring floral stud earrings are in 18 karat yellow gold with 62
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Beryl, Diamond, White Diamond, Morganite, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Whi...

White Gold Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Four Carats Sapphire
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat white gold contemporary Mesopotamian pendant necklace is encrusted with natural dark
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Bauhaus Germany 1970 Modernist Pendant Brooch in 18Kt Yellow Gold and Steel
Located in Miami, FL
1970'S in northern Europe, probably Germany, Austria or Switzerland. This art-piece is a designer's
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Vintage 1970s German Modernist Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel

Fourteen Karat Gold Contemporary Ink Earrings by Artist with Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This jewellery collection was originally designed as sculptures with cubes of quartz by artist
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

Eighteen Karat Rose Gold Contemporary Earrings with Pink Tourmalines
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
karat rose gold and designed by the oil painter from Berlin, Polya Medvedeva. The pair looks not too
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Mesopotamian Pendant Necklace with Indicolite Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
18 karat yellow gold Mesopotamian pendant necklace is encrusted with octagon cut 5.05 carats dark
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Indicolite, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, 14...

Featured in Vogue Yellow Gold Contemporary Ring with Smoky Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
and shining rose or yellow gold. This ring is an essential addition to any jewellery collection, and
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Tibetan Earrings with Detachable Citrine Drops
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
. The highest quality gold has liquid sparkling surface as the perfect jewellery highlight. The work is
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Quartz, Citrine, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow...

Rose Gold Mesopotamia Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Rhodolite
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Mesopotamian pendant necklace is made of 18 karat rose gold and features a
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Pendant Necklace with Diamonds and Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat yellow gold Plum Blossom contemporary drop pendant necklace is encrusted with 5 round
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2010s German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Modern Style Pendant Necklace with Diamonds and Emerald
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
The 18 karat yellow gold Plum Blossom Modern style drop Pendant Necklace features 5 round natural
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Modern Blossom Earrings with Natural Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
in gold plated silver to make them lighter and reduce the price. This is a limited edition jewellery
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21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Rose Gold Tibetan Pendant Necklace with Spinel and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
An unusual form makes this Tibetan 18 karat rose gold contemporary pendant necklace an art object
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Spinel, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Go...

1950s W Germany 14K Yellow Gold Lapis Cufflinks
Located in Lexington, KY
This stunning pair of cufflinks from West Germany were made with 14k yellow gold and a rich blue
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Vintage 1950s Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Eighteen Karat White Gold Contemporary Bamboo Wedding Ring by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This bamboo contemporary wedding ring is made of 18 karat white gold and has a sculptural shape
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

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German Gold Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact piece of german gold jewelry you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and yellow gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 2163 antique edition and 4961 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect item from our selection of german gold 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 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 carat and 1 carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Finding an appealing choice in our collection of german gold jewelry — no matter the origin — is easy, but Polya Medvedeva Jewellery, Victor Mayer and Colleen B. Rosenblat each produced a popular version that is worth a look. While most can agree that any object in our assortment of german gold jewelry from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a diamond version from the 3025 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also brilliant cut and cabochon versions for sale. Most of our german gold jewelry for sale are for women, but there are 3042 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a German Gold Jewelry?

Prices for a piece of german gold jewelry can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $48 and can go as high as $749,387, while this accessory, on average, fetches $5,342.

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 German Gold Jewelry
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mexican gold jewelry is often made from 10 karat and 14 karat gold and is often stamped to identify the karat. The Mexican people have a rich history of gold jewelry dating back to the Mayan and Aztec empires, and Mexican gold jewelry is often very beautiful.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Matte gold jewelry refers to a type of finishing technique. A matte finish on metals like gold creates a sleek look. Jewelers use special polishing tools to wear down the surface of the piece, creating the matte finish. Shop a selection of matte gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Yes, Hermès gold jewelry is real gold. The luxury French fashion house produces jewelry out of 18-karat yellow gold, white gold and rose gold. In addition, Hermès offers pendants, bracelets, earrings and other pieces made of other materials like enamel and genuine leather. Explore a diverse assortment of Hermès jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    What the letters on gold jewelry mean varies. The letter P means that a piece is plumb and contains an exact amount of precious metal. For example, 14P would be plumb 14-karat and contain exactly 58.5% pure gold. GP indicates that the jewelry is gold-plated, while an R represents rolled gold. The meaning of GF is gold-filled, and the letters HGE denote that a piece has heavy gold electroplating. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Yes, Swarovski jewelry is real gold. However, it is not usually solid gold. Most Swarovski gold jewelry features a thin layer of yellow gold plating over a base metal. Find a variety of Swarovski decorative objects and jewelry from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, Monet jewelry frequently is gold or silver-plated with paste gems to give it the look of real jewelry without the high price tag. This costume jewelry brand is known for creating luxe-looking jewelry that is affordable. Shop a collection of Monet jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    What non-gold jewelry is called varies, as there isn't a single term for all pieces made from alternative materials. Often, you will see people refer to fine jewelry by its materials. For example, sterling silver jewelry, platinum jewelry or titanium jewelry. When describing pieces crafted out of less expensive materials, you can use the terms fashion jewelry or costume jewelry. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell if gold jewelry is real, first look for hallmarks. Most gold jewelry will show either a number before the letter “K” for karat or feature a three-digit purity stamp, such as “585” for 14-karat gold or “750” for 18-karat gold. If you suspect that a hallmark may be fraudulent, try placing a magnet near your piece. Genuine gold isn't magnetic, so if there is a noticeable attraction, your jewelry is either gold-plated or made of a different material. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler can also tell you whether earrings, rings, necklaces, bracelets, pins and other pieces are real gold. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of gold jewelry.
  • 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Yes, some Krementz jewelry is real gold. However, the maker typically produced gold-plated rather than full-gold pieces. Most Kremetz gold-plating features 18-karat gold, which is an alloy consisting of 75% pure gold and 25% base metal. Kremetz also made platinum-plated pieces. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Krementz jewelry from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 22k gold does exist and it even exists in jewelry, but it’s not very common. 24k is pure gold and it’s simply too soft for jewelry and practical use, 18k is a very popular version of gold for jewelry, but it is possible to find 22k gold jewelry. Find an assortment of gold jewelry from the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, while gold nuggets can be melted down and crafted into pure gold, gold nuggets in their raw form are not deemed to be “jewelry-grade.” While actual gold nuggets aren’t crafted into jewelry pieces, gold is often molded to mimic an organic shape similar to that of a nugget. Shop a selection of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    Whether Grosse jewelry is real gold varies. A manufacturer of costume jewelry, Grosse tended to use less expensive metals, such as rhodium and brass, to produce its pieces. However, the jewelry maker did have a line of gold-plated jewelry that consisted of base metals finished with genuine gold. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Grosse jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Yes, some Roman jewelry is gold. In fact, gold was the material most favored by ancient Roman jewelry makers. However, they also worked with other metals, including iron, copper and silver, when crafting rings, earrings, brooches, necklaces and pendants. Find a large collection of gold jewelry from some of the world's best sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    Yes, some LV jewelry is real gold. The French luxury house produces both fine and fashion jewelry. Gold pieces from the fine jewelry range generally feature real 18-karat yellow, white or rose gold, while those from the fashion line may feature gold plating or be fashioned out of palladium or other materials. On 1stDibs, find a range of Louis Vuitton jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 5, 2024
    Whether Trifari jewelry is real gold depends on its age. Jewelry produced by the brand between 1904 and 1946 usually features genuine gold, but newer pieces typically do not. In 1947, the jewelry maker introduced a patented metal alloy. Its unique properties meant that the alloy would resist tarnishing, and accessories made with the alloy could be plated with other metals to create a gold- or platinum-toned finish. Trifari called this base metal Trifanium. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage Trifari jewelry and other costume 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Indian gold is 100% pure 24 karat gold, and is very yellow in color because it is not mixed with other alloys. People from India buy this gold as an investment as well as for jewelry, and there are far fewer buyers of 18 karat and 22 karat gold. Shop a collection of Indian gold jewelry from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Roberto Coin jewelry is real gold. All Roberto Coin jewelry is made of 18k gold which is sourced and produced in Vicenza, Italy. Vicenza is known as the City of Gold and produces some of the highest quality gold in the world. Look for a stamp to certify that Robert Coin jewelry is indeed real. Find a collection of expertly vetted Robert Coin jewelry from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    Whether Sarah Conventry jewelry is real gold varies. The American jewelry maker generally used gold-toned metals, such as brass, to produce its pieces. However, select rings, brooches, earrings, bracelets and necklaces from Sarah Conventry do feature a thin layer of genuine gold plating. Shop a diverse assortment of Sarah Coventry jewelry on 1stDibs.