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14K White Gold Hand Engraved Lucky Nail Ring with Diamonds
Located in Venice, CA
foliate catch the light in a mesmerizing shimmer. Equestrian jewelry was popular in the Edwardian era
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

18ct RoseGold Victorian Bohemian Garnet Diamond Lucky Horseshoe Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
, making it a fabulous addition to any jewellery collection. The pendant measures approximately 29mm in
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Certified Lavender Jade Rose Cut Diamond Lucky Horseshoe Ring Pendant Set.
Located in Hong Kong, HK
set! Both set with lucky horseshoe motifs. It is certified natural jadeite jade without any treatment
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Lizabeth Simone 14k Yellow Gold Turquoise Satin Finish Lucky Horseshoe Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (17) Natural Genuine Turquoises - Round Beads - Pave Set - High Quality - Excellent Color - Range from 1.9mm to 3.4mm (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight:...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Lucky Animals Teddy Bear Clip Mother of Pearl Onyx 18K Gold
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301843 Comes With Full Set (Pouch + Card) Date 2023 RRP £7,300 Incl. Taxes / €8,550 Incl. Taxes / $8,200 Excl. Taxes Model VCARP9RZ00 Serial Number JF****** Metal 18k Rose Gold...
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2010s French Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carolina Bucci 18kt WG Diamond 2.71ct. Silk Teal/Purple Lucky Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Carolina Bucci makes inspiring, distinctive jewellery designed with a reverence for craftsmanship
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2010s Italian Modern Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

CHANEL white gold tone logo letter bead charm white thread lucky bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL white gold tone logo letter bead charm white thread lucky bracelet Reference: TGAS/F00017
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Bracelets

Majestic Elephant Emerald Diamond Pendant, 14k Solid Yellow Gold Lucky Pendant
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Majestic Emerald Diamond Elephant Lucky Pendant in 14K Gold. This stunning piece of jewelry
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 9ct Gold, Hallmarked London 1972, Articulated Lucky Fish Pendant Charm
Located in Brighton, GB
Articulated Gold Fish Pendant Hallmarked 9ct Gold London 1972 This is a 9ct yellow gold articulated fish pendant, hallmarked in London in 1972. Crafted with detailed scale and fi...
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Late 20th Century English Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

VCA Lucky Spring pendant, open wings ladybug 18K rose gold, Carnelian, Onyx
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef and Arpels Lucky Spring pendant, open wings ladybug 18K rose gold, Carnelian, Onyx Ref
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2010s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Onyx, Rose Gold

Certified Apple Green Jade Diamond Lucky 4 Leaf Clover Pendant / Brooch
Located in Hong Kong, HK
. This pendant can also can be used as a brooch. This fine jewelry is made with an eye catching green
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2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k Gold Color Change Alexandrite Diamond Horseshoe Lucky Slide Pendant Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (7) Natural Genuine Alexandrite - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Gorgeous Change Of Color - Green to Purple Color - 0.25ctw (exact) (2) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Ro...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Alexandrite, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rare JOHN GALLIANO black white gothic logo number lucky ball necklace
By John Galliano
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare JOHN GALLIANO black white gothic logo number lucky ball necklace Reference: PRCG/A00061 Brand
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Certified 850cts Jade Bead Necklace, Lavender, Green, Black Grey, Lucky Jade
Located in Hong Kong, HK
, you’re not just buying jewelry—you’re investing in a heritage of quality and authenticity. Thank you for
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2010s Hong Kong Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Jade

Certified Lavender Jade 30mm x 12mm Doggy Pendant. Lucky Dog Pendant!
Located in Hong Kong, HK
you shop with us, you’re not just buying jewelry—you’re investing in a heritage of quality and
Category

2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lucky charm Van Cleef and Arpels "The 3 Inseparables" enameled in styptor
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in PARIS, FR
Lucky charm Van Cleef & Arpels "The 3 Inseparables" enameled charm pendant. This styptor lucky
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Enamel

Certified Natural Icy Jade, Lucky Pi Xiu Pendant Necklace. Super Transparent!
Located in Hong Kong, HK
shop with us, you’re not just buying jewelry—you’re investing in a heritage of quality and authenticity
Category

2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mini Lucky Frog Amethyst Cat Eye Tsavorite 18K Yellow Gold Exclusive Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Elevate your style with our "Mini Lucky Frog" 🍀Amethyst Cat Eye Tsavorite Ring in luxurious 18K
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2010s Swiss Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Amethyst, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold

New Moon Horseshoe Lucky Statement Ring Solid Gold Maximalist 14 Karat
By Zelveti
Located in Patchogue, NY
Exclusively crafted from genuine gold, Zelveti jewelry embodies purity and longevity. Available in
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2010s Turkish Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Gold

French 18K Yellow Gold Enamel ‘Reussite’ Aces Gambling Cards Lucky Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold gambling cards lucky charm pendant designed as a set of four
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Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Lucky Stars Diamond Two-Tone Necklace in 18k White Yellow Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing the Lucky Stars Diamond Two-Tone Necklace, a breathtaking piece of jewelry that exudes
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Certified Natural Type a Red Jade and Diamond Pendant Necklace, Lucky Horseshoe
Located in Hong Kong, HK
jade is certified. The lucky horseshoe pendant is set in 18k white gold and diamonds. There are 0.27
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2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k Yellow Gold Magic Lucky Puffed Star Necklace 0.05ct White Diamond
Located in New York, NY
, inspired by the whimsical charm of a Magic Lucky Origami Star. This exquisite piece captures the essence of
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Lucky Elephant Emerald Diamond Ruby 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow and white gold charm pendant designed as a lucky elephant with ruby
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Vintage 1920s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Van Cleef Arpels Lucky Alhambra 4 Motifs 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301499 Comes With Pouch Only Date 2019 RRP £4,950 Incl. Taxes / €5,700 Incl. Taxes / $5,300 Excl. Taxes Model VCARD79600 Serial Number JA****** Metal 18k Yellow Gold Stones Mal...
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2010s French Chain Bracelets

Materials

Carnelian, Malachite, Pearl, Tiger s Eye, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Clover Stud Earring Lucky Earring 925 Silver Pave Diamond Earrings For Christmas
Located in Chicago, IL
Clover Stud Earring Lucky Earring 925 Silver Pave Diamond Earrings For Christmas Metal Sterling
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2010s Indian Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver

Lucky Star Shagreen 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl Diamond Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
centre with a pearl and diamond lucky star within a laurel wreath border to indicate the triumph of love
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Antique 1890s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Certified Icy Jade 12.80 Cts Rose Cut Diamond Pendant Necklace, Lucky Jade
Located in Hong Kong, HK
cts. The carving is of the Chinese character "Fu", meaning good fortune or very lucky. The untreated
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2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Quatrefoil Lucky Alhambra Clover Diamonds Halo Motif White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Galt Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
This pendant necklace is crafted in 18k white gold. The pendant features a quatrefoil design adorned with white diamonds, totaling approximately 0.75 carats. The chain is delicate an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Quatrefoil Lucky Alhambra Clover Diamonds Halo Motif White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Galt Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
This exquisite piece features a delicate clover-shaped design adorned with sparkling diamonds (1.06 CTW), each chosen for its clarity and brilliance. Crafted with precision, the pend...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Lucky Number 3 Baguette Cut Ruby 18K Yellow Gold Good Luck Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold good luck charm pendant designed as a lucky ruby 'Number 3' in the
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Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lucky Diamond Ruby Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Precious Alligator Necklace
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewellery brand, which creates modern jewellery masterpieces
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow...

18K Yellow Gold Aquamarine Drop White Diamonds Pendant Lucky Charm Hoop Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
considered a stone of eternal youth and happiness. Rossella Ugolini Jewelry Designer's collection is 100
Category

2010s Italian Artisan Hoop Earrings

Materials

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

Solid 14k Yellow Gold Detailed Sneaker Lucky Charm Pendant w/ Bail
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 7 Grams Chain Type: Not Included Width: 8.2mm (0.32") Height: 28.5mm (1.1") (including the bail) Thickness: 9.7mm Inside Bail Measurements: 5....
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handcrafted 18 Karats Gold Blue Agate Heart Love Charme Lucky Feather Pendant
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Charme 18 Karats Gold Blue Agate Heart Love Shape Lucky Feather Unisex Handcrafted Design Pendant
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2010s Italian Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handcrafted 18 Karats Gold Blue Agate Heart Love Charme Lucky Feather Pendant
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Charme 18 Karats Gold Blue Agate Heart Love Shape Lucky Feather Unisex Handcrafted Design Pendant
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2010s Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage French Good Luck Horseshoe Number 13 18K Yellow Gold Lucky Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A vintage French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold good luck charm pendant designed as a lucky horseshoe
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Vintage 1920s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lucky Clover Ring 18k White Gold with Diamonds and Central Lemmon Citrine
By Pradera Irama
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Lucky Clover Ring 18K White Gold with Diamonds and central Lemmon Citrine Ring 18K White Gold with
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Citrine, 18k Gold, White Gold

Lucky Frog with Flower Ring Turquoise, Sapphire, Diamonds in 18k Gold Silver
By Pradera Irama
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
classic with contemporary mounting and styles. Lucky Frog with Flower Ring Turquoise, Sapphire, Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Van Cleef Arpels Lucky Alhambra Turquoise Butterfly 18K White Gold Pendant Nec
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301747 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2009 Model VCARD99000 Serial Number BL****** Metal 18k White Gold Stones Turquoise Weight 6 g Length 43 cm Width 2.2 cm Condition E...
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Early 2000s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold

Vintage Puffy Shamrock Lucky Four-Leaved Clover 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A vintage 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant depicting a puffy shamrock or four-leaved clover with engraved leaves. Stamped 750 to the jump ring for 18 karat gold. Dimensions:...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Italian Lucky Gobbo Hunchback Good Luck 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A vintage 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as an Italian Gobbo or hunchback, wearing a tailcoat, while bowing and taking off his top hat. Unmarked but tested for 18 ...
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Vintage 1910s Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lucky Diamond Tsavorite 18 Karat White Gold Precious Frog Earrings for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Matching Ring Available When it comes to jewellery, frogs are most definitely lucky charms. The
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2010s Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Certified 6.94 Cts Lucky Jade White Gold Bracelet, Patches of Apple Green
Located in Hong Kong, HK
just buying jewelry—you’re investing in a heritage of quality and authenticity. Thank you for
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2010s Hong Kong Chain Bracelets

Materials

Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Lucky Eye Star Burst 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Diamond Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
of protection, the lucky eye. Crafted from natural diamonds, it adds a touch of sparkle and meaning
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2010s American Modern More Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Vintage Platinum 2.99ctw Aquamarine Diamond Lucky 4 Leaf Clover Flower Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
We love this ring! It is so pretty in person and the pear shaped aquamarines create a perfect 4 leaf clover stemming from a substantial center diamond - all in solid platinum! Enjoy!...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

61.88 Cts Lucky Aquamarine Pi Xiu Pendant, Santa Maria Blue, Transparent Clean
Located in Hong Kong, HK
photographs. When you shop with us, you’re not just buying jewelry—you’re investing in a heritage of quality
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2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18ct White Gold and Platinum Victorian Opal, Diamond Lucky Horseshoe Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Horseshoe Necklace 18ct White Gold Tested Circa 1880 This stunning Victorian-era horseshoe pendant is a true testament to the exquisite craftsmanship of the period. The p...
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Van Cleef Arpels Lucky Alhambra Bracelet With Four Motifs Set in 18K Gold
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in London, GB
We Adore - Van Cleef & Arpels Lucky Alhambra Bracelet With Four Motifs Set in 18K Yellow Gold From
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21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets

Materials

Carnelian, Malachite, Pearl, Tiger s Eye, 18k Gold

Christian Dior Vintage Large Lucky Clover Flower Crystals Black Clip Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Four Lucky Clover Flower Sparkling Crystals Triangle Circle
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Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Certified Carved White Burmese Jadeite Jade Lucky Bean Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Discover the timeless beauty and powerful symbolism of our Carved White Burmese Jadeite Jade Lucky
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

22k 916 gold pendant charm- Lucky Bag pure gold pendant/gold charm-3.12g
Located in Singapore, SG
Gold Lucky Bag Charm A stylish and meaningful piece symbolizing wealth, luck, and blessings. This
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21st Century and Contemporary Singaporean Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Genuine Diamond Open Clover Necklace 14k Solid Gold Lucky Flower Necklace Gift
Located in Chicago, IL
Genuine Diamond Open Clover Necklace 14k Solid Gold Lucky Flower Necklace Gift rose gold
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2010s Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Lucky Four-Leaf Clover .80 Carat Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
ring a beautiful and enduring addition to any jewelry collection. Whether you're looking for a special
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k Rose Gold Genuine Burmese Jadeite Lucky Pendant Necklace with AA Ruby
Located in Portland, OR
. The jadeite pendant's style is a good luck bird standing on the lucky "Circle Of Heaven". It means
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Trefle Pendant Lucky Charm Four Leaf Clover 18 ct Yellow Gold Art Nouveau
Located in Mārupe, LV
belongs to the highly collectible jewellery the so called “Lucky Charms”; jewellery that is bringing luck
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl

Lucky Brown Diamond Yellow Sapphire Onyx Yellow Gold Giraffe Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
died). With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewellery
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2010s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Whit...

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Lucky Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact piece of lucky jewelry you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect item from our selection of lucky jewelry among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing choice in our collection of lucky jewelry — no matter the origin — is easy, but Van Cleef Arpels, Chanel and Oshi Jewels each produced a popular version that is worth a look. An object in our assortment of lucky jewelry of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring diamond, from our inventory of 268, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and uncut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for an option in this array of lucky jewelry, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Lucky Jewelry?

On average, a piece of lucky jewelry at 1stDibs sells for $1,400, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $750,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.