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Platinum Watch With Marquise And Round Diamonds

12 Carat Vintage Estate Hamilton Platinum Baguette Marquise Round Diamond Watch
By Hamilton
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Estate Hamilton Platinum Baguette Marquise Round Diamond Hidden Watch Exquisite vintage
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco 5.44ct Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Watch - Circa 1935
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1930s 5.44 carat diamond, platinum Art Deco cocktail watch
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Ebel 11 Carat Multi-Cut Diamond Platinum Manual Wind Secret Watch
By Ebel
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Ebel Diamond and Platinum Bracelet With A Hidden Manual Wind Watch. Set in platinum, with
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Artisan Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Hamilton Vintage Platinum Diamond Hidden-Face Cocktail Bracelet Watch
By Hamilton
Located in Miami, FL
carats Diamond Details: Mix of pear, marquise, baguette, and brilliant round diamonds Color: G-H Clarity
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Vintage 1980s American Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Art Deco Platinum 3.72ctw Old Diamond Fancy Wrist Watch Bracelet
By Hamilton
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (95) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Round Cut - Bezel & Pave Set - G/H Color - VS1
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum, White Gold

Vintage 7.50ct Diamond Hamilton Cover Watch Bracelet
By Hamilton
Located in New York, NY
This is a lovely platinum diamond cover watch bracelet from the 1950s. The watch bracelet is set
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Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

7.0 carat Antique Diamond Lady watch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A timeless piece of craftsmanship and elegance, this antique diamond watch bracelet is a true
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1990s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

7.0 carat Antique Diamond Lady watch
7.0 carat Antique Diamond Lady watch
$12,950
H 0.6 in W 0.6 in
Vintage 1920s Diamond Set Silver Dial Platinum Cocktail Wristwatch
Located in Mayfair, London, London
marquise cut diamonds, platinum lugs each set with approximately 6 round cut diamonds (a total of 12 round
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Natural Marquise Sleeping Beauty Ring Turquoise With Diamonds, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Natural Marquise Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Ring Set with Diamonds, Platinum 15 Gm
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2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum

Alex Co 1.53ct Marquise Certified Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Alex Co
Located in Newton, MA
1.53ct. marquise shaped diamond with a color grade of E and SI2 clarity. The center stone is encrusted
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Art Deco, Aquamarine, Platinum, and Diamond Bracelet with GIA Certification
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
An incredible Art Deco diamond and aquamarine bracelet set in platinum. The central panel features
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

SAMUEL MAYOR 1940 Art Deco Platinum Eternity Ring With 5.14 Ctw VS Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
, with 24 graduated marquise brilliant cut diamonds, with a total estimate weight of about 3.22 carats
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Mid-Century Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring in Platinum 1950s-1960s
Located in Lisbon, PT
. DETAILS • Diamonds: 1 round brilliant-cut approx. 1.23ct, J color, VVS clarity; 16 marquise-cut approx
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Mid-20th Century Portuguese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Elwood Van Clief Diamond Platinum Brooch Pin
By Elwood Van Clief
Located in Newton, MA
, offered by Alex & Co. This estate piece from the 1950's era features 26 round brilliant cut diamonds, 10
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Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Platinum

Leitão Irmão Mid-Century Emerald Diamond Cocktail Ring Platinum 1950s-1960s
Located in Lisbon, PT
Leitão & Irmão Mid-Century Emerald and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring, Portugal, 1950s–1960s, in
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Mid-20th Century Portuguese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Mid-Century Star Ruby Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring Platinum 1950s 1960s
Located in Lisbon, PT
Mid-Century Star Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring in Platinum, circa 1950s–1960s. Bold
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Platinum

1960 AGL Certified Colombian Minor Traditional Emerald Diamond Drop Earrings PT
Located in New York, NY
round brilliant cut diamonds are 1.50 ct 24 Marquise diamonds 4.0 Ct 2 pear shape diamonds 0.50ct total
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Vintage 1960s Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

6.79 Carat Certified Colombian Minor Emerald Diamond Removable Drop Earrings PT
Located in New York, NY
6.79 Ct Certified Colombian Minor Emerald Diamond Removable Drop Earrings Platinum These Earrings
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Antique Mid-19th Century Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Important Natural 23 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Necklace 1950s Provenance
Located in Lisbon, PT
adorned with a stylized floral cluster delicately adorned with round brilliant-cut and marquise brilliant
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Vintage 1950s Portuguese Modern More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold

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OMEGA Lady s Platinum and Diamond Concealed-Dial Watch
By Omega
Located in Boston, MA
Lady's Omega platinum, diamond covered watch with double row diamond bracelet and cover with round
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Paul Amey "Kizmet Jade" Ladies Watch Bracelet With Longines Case and Movement
By Paul Amey
Located in Tewantin, Queensland
diamonds, reinforcing the essence of true luxury. Crafted from 18K yellow gold and platinum, the watch
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2010s Australian Artisan Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Jade, Pearl, 18k Gold

Art Deco Onyx Diamond Platinum Pendant Watch and Chain
Located in Calabasas, CA
-set with 225 single-cut, old European-cut, Transitional-cut, marquise-shaped, rose-cut and round
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Platinum, White Gold

Diamond Bar and Bezel Platinum Bracelet
Located in Saint Louis, MO
This platinum and diamond bracelet pairs well with a watch, is perfect for platinum charms or
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Early 2000s American Contemporary More Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Omega Lady s Platinum and Diamond Bracelet Watch with Concealed DIal
By Omega
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Omega lady's platinum and diamond bracelet watch set with round, pear shape, baguette and marquise
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco 14K White Gold Platinum Ladies Watch with Diamonds and Blue Sapphires
Located in Media, PA
Title: Art Deco 14K White Gold & Platinum Ladies Watch with Diamonds and Blue Sapphires
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, Platinum

1960s Vintage Hamilton Diamond Platinum Ladies Cocktail Watch
By Hamilton
Located in Miami, FL
a security chain. This vintage watch is covered with round, baguette, and marquise-shaped diamonds
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Ladies Platinum 3 Carat Diamond Hamilton Cocktail Watch Circa 1930
By Hamilton
Located in Cape May, NJ
flawless and near colorless diamonds. There are two .25 carat marquise cut diamonds, 1.5 carats of round
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum

Omega Ladies Platinum Diamond Hidden Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Miami, FL
Platinum Omega watch with a diamond band featuring 81 baguette cut diamond weighing approximately
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20th Century Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany Co. Platinum Diamond Cocktail Wristwatch
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
(131 in total) VVS1 clarity, E to F colour marquise & round European cut diamonds Case Diameter: 16mm
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1990s American Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Platinum Silver Dial Diamond Set Cocktail Vintage Ladies Wristwatch
Located in Mayfair, London, London
marquise cut diamonds, platinum lugs each set with approximately 6 round cut diamonds (a total of 12 round
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Diamond Back Winder Wristwatch, Circa 1950
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A Cartier, vintage, diamond-set back winder wristwatch, set with approximately 11.00ct of marquise
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Vintage 1950s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

45 Carat VS, E Pear Marquise and Round Diamond Necklace in Platinum, Bridal
Located in New York, NY
45 Carats VS, E Pear Marquise and Round Diamond Necklace in Platinum, Bridal One of our premium
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1990s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Platinum Diamond, Opal, and Pearl Shake Bracelet Reimagined 1950s Watch
Located in Towson, MD
This stunning 1950s diamond bracelet is absolutely one of a kind! Once a woman's watch with a tiny
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Vintage 1950s Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Platinum

Hamiliton Lady s Platinum and Diamond Concealed Dial Watch Retailed by Tiffany
By Hamilton
Located in Stamford, CT
Hamilton lady's platinum and diamond bracelet watch with concealed dial, retailed by Tiffany & Co
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Retro Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 23.5 Ct Marquise, Round Baguette Shape Diamond Half Moon Clip Earring
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 23.5 Ct Marquise, Round & Baguette Shape Diamond Half Moon Clip Earrings weight of
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2010s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond

1950s 12 Ct Day and Night Detachable Diamond Drop Cocktail Earrings in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
earrings features round and Marquise diamonds of substantial size. diamonds which are set with the prongs
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Vintage 1950s Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Hamilton Ladies Art Deco Platinum Diamond Bracelet Wristwatch
By Hamilton
Located in Cape May, NJ
Vs clarity diamonds. The diamond cuts are single cuts, round brilliants, marquise and baguettes. The
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

14kt Two-Tone 1.78cttw Marquis Diamond Horse Pendant Award Winning Design 22 gr
By Rock N Gold Creations
Located in San Diego, CA
marquis cut diamond accented with collection quality round brilliant diamonds of .78cttw, colorless and vs
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Early 2000s American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Antique Belle Époque Sapphire Diamond Filagree Ladies Platinum Gold Dress Watch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
having a marquise diamond in the center. The watch is marked Plat 14k on the band - the head is platinum
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Early 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum, Gold

Antique Art Deco Platinum 3.72ctw Old Diamond Fancy Wrist Watch Bracelet
By Hamilton
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (95) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Round Cut - Bezel & Pave Set - G/H Color - VS1
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum, White Gold

Vintage Diamond Set Silver Dial Platinum Cocktail Wristwatch
Located in Mayfair, London, London
marquise cut diamonds, platinum lugs each set with approximately 6 round cut diamonds (a total of 12 round
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

C.H. Meylan Made for Grogan Co. Diamond and Sapphire Art Deco Wristwatch
Located in Bethesda, MD
This truly stunning watch is from the Art Deco period (1920s) and features two marquise diamond
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Tiffany Co. 1918 Art Deco Watch Necklace in Platinum with 4.03ctw Diamonds
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Miami, FL
European round cut diamonds, 1.64 carats, white colorless F color, VS-2 clarity. Diamond in the case
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Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Audemars Piguet 1930 Art Deco Watch Necklace In Platinum And 4.86 Ctw Diamonds
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Miami, FL
a great assortment of one-hundred-sixteen European round cut diamonds. The main decorative watch
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Yellow Gold, Platinum and Diamond Bird s Nest Brooch Pin, circa 1960s
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Enchanting Cartier brooch Pin crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and platinum, featuring 117 round
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Filigree Link Bracelet
Located in Thiensville, WI
diamonds (single cut, 6 baguette, 4 marquise shape) set in finely beaded filigree platinum. Closes with a
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

40 Ct Colombian Emerald 35 Ct Diamond Bridal Princess Necklace Platinum Estate
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Colombian Emerald and diamond necklace, consisting several Marquis and Pear shape
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Antique Early 1900s Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Omega Classic 123 Platinum Silver Dial Manual Watch
By Omega
Located in Surfside, FL
Vintage Omega watch in platinum with 10 carats in round, baguette & marquise diamonds. Pushing the
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Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum, Silver

Mathey Tissot Cocktail 17mm
Located in Surfside, FL
Vintage Mathey Tissot diamond cocktail bracelet watch in platinum with over 12.50 carats in round
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Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

1920s Art Deco Platinum Diamond Set Gubelin Marquis Floral Motif Bracelet Watch
By Gubelin
Located in New york, NY
The present Timepiece is an elegant and sophisticated 1920s Art Deco, Platinum Diamond Set Bracelet
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Omega Classic 123 Platinum Silver Dial Manual Watch
By Omega
Located in Surfside, FL
Vintage Omega watch in platinum with 10 carats in round, baguette & marquise diamonds. Pushing the
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Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum, Silver

18 Karat 1950s Omega Double Marquis Diamond Set Flower Concealed Bracelet Watch
By Omega
Located in New york, NY
specially designed Marquis Diamond Set Double Wild flower Motif Concealed Omega cocktail bracelet watch
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold

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Cartier Tank Américaine Diamond Bezel Quartz 18K Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Tank Américaine watch with diamond bezel and bracelet in 18K yellow gold, featuring a rectangular 19 x 34.5mm case and quartz movement. Designed with timeless Roman numerals ...
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1990s Art Deco Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

Alexander McQueen New S/S 2002 Three Piece Skirt Suit with Intricate Embroidery
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
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Early 2000s Italian Skirt Suits

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By Dolce Gabbana
Located in London, GB
Dolce & Gabbana; black silk spandex figure hugging evening dress. - Lambskin leather grommet trim - Open on both sides with lace up fastenings - Invisible side zip closure ...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Chanel Vintage S/S 1998 Silver Crystal Chiclet Straps Black 98p Gown Dress
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
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1990s French Maxi Dress

Superb 1980s Vicky Tiel Couture "Sara" Metallic Gold Lame Dress with Bolero (38)
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Port Hope, ON
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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2003 Black Silk Frame Japanese Embroidered Flowers Bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
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By Dolce Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
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1990s Italian Day Dresses

Piaget 18k Gold and Diamond Mechanical Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
Piaget 18k Gold and Diamond Mechanical Wristwatch Details: Mechanical, back-wind, rectangular textured gold-tone dial, black markers and hands, 16 round diamonds ap. .55 ct., glass ...
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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Dolce Gabbana black priest coat and feathered velvet hat ensemble, fw 1997
By Dolce Gabbana
Located in London, GB
Dolce & Gabbana black full length priest coat with button fastenings from collar to hem. Velvet fedora hat with pleated silk band and feathered motif. Fall-Winter 1997
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Antique Platinum Diamond Omega Ladies Wrist Watch Vintage Art Deco
Located in Greer, SC
" Lady's dress watch by Omega measures 6.5 inches long. It weighs 13.3 pennyweights. It has a rectangular platinum case measuring 13.62 by 13.21 mm with bead set round diamond lugs. ...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Haute Couture White Bouclé Corseted Skirt Suit, ss 2014
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in London, GB
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Alexander McQueen New Silk Dress with Ruffle Hem NO. 13 S/S 1999
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 1999 “The Overlook” Gray Check Fringe Jacket Skirt Set
By Alexander McQueen
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1990s Italian Day Dresses

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Platinum Watch With Marquise And Round Diamonds For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of platinum watch with marquise and round diamonds for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from platinum, gold and white gold — can elevate any look. Find a collection of 14 vintage versions or 2 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. Pieces in our collection of platinum watch with marquise and round diamonds made by Art Deco jewelers — as well as those associated with retro — are very popular. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Hamilton and Ebel are often thought to be among the most beautiful. There are many marquise cut, pear cut and baguette cut platinum watch with marquise and round diamonds for sale. When shopping our range of platinum watch with marquise and round diamonds, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are Platinum Watch With Marquise And Round Diamonds?

On average, platinum watch with marquise and round diamonds at 1stDibs sell for $25,823, while they’re typically $7,139 on the low end and $217,540 for the highest priced versions of this item.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

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