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EOSTRE Type A Light Green Jadeite, Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
This is a flower motif Type A Jadeite, Ruby and Diamond ring in 18K White Gold. The almost
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2010s Australian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Eostre Jadeite, South Sea Pearl, Tsavorite and Diamond 18K White Gold Earring
Located in Melbourne, AU
A Type A Natural Green Colour Jadeite Jade, and Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold. The South Sea
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2010s Australian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, South Sea Pearl, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Eostre Type A Lavender Jadeite, Ruby and Diamond Necklace in 18k White Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
An outstanding type A lavender jadeite. ruby and diamond necklace in 18k white gold. The necklace
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2010s Australian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

18K White Gold Translucent Deep Green Cabochon Jadeite Ring A-Grade Size 6
Located in Richmond, CA
This simple yet elegant ladies' ring is crafted in 18K white gold and weighing 1.5 grams. At the
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Artisan Band Rings

Materials

Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold

Petochi Bangle Bracelet In 18Kt White Gold With 27.56 Ctw In Diamonds Jadeite
Located in Miami, FL
modernist patterns in solid white gold of 18 karats, with thin brushed and polished finishes. Embellished
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Bangles

Materials

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

Type A Green Jadeite and Diamond Detachable Ring in 18k Yellow and White Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
This is a type A green jadeite and diamond detachable ring in 18k yellow and white gold. The
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2010s Australian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold

An Art-Deco c1930 s Natural Marquise Shaped Jadeite Ring in 18K White Gold.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This Magnificent Piece of Jewellery is dating from Art-Deco period - circa 1930's & is in
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Vintage 1930s Asian Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold

Eostre Type A Natural Green Jadeite, Yellow and White Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
The Oval shape Green Jadeite Cabochon is surrounded by 2 layers of Yellow Diamonds. The long end of the Jadeite Cabochon is then covers by 2 lines of diamond pave resembling the eye ...
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2010s Australian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Nephrite Silver Earrings Cloud White Gem Queen Daenerys Style Game of Thrones
Located in Berlin, DE
Scratched silver earrings with natural white Nephrite stone measurements - 0.16 х 0.43 х 0.87 in
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2010s German Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

Jade, Silver

Eostre Type A Green Jadeite, Seed Pearl and Diamond Pendant in 18k White Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
This is a Type A Green Jadeite Pendant. The pendant is of a flower motif with 4 petals. The green jadeite is located at the center of the pendant and is surrounded by 4 similar petal...
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Marquise Jadeite and Single Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring in 10 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
design, set in the timeless allure of white gold. At its heart lies a captivating marquise-shaped jadeite
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Jade, Diamond, White Gold, 10k Gold, Gold

Antique Chinese White Nephrite Pendant Necklace Circa 1920 Certified Untreated
Located in Northampton, MA
crystal perfectly compliment the waxy sheen of the light green nephrite carving. The nephrite jade has
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Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Jade, Rock Crystal

Burmese Jadeite, Yellow Diamond and White Diamond Earrings, 18K Gold, Austy Lee
By Austy Lee
Located in Hong Kong, HK
pieces of Natural Burmese Green Jades, Fancy Yellow Diamonds and White Diamonds, set on black and pink
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Chandelier Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Rhodium, Enamel

Elegant Natural White Jadeite Beaded Necklace A-Grade 55pc 11mm Beads 23"
Located in Richmond, CA
This mid-century natural jadeite beaded necklace is comprising of 55 meticulously selected jadeite beads, each measuring approximately 11mm in diameter, the necklace achieves a total...
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20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Jade

Fine Chinese Carved White Jadeite Bangle Apple Green Inclusions Small 53.5mm ID
Located in Richmond, CA
Antique Chinese carved natural jadeite bangle, on fine and uniform white ground with two prominent
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Early 20th Century Chinese Artisan Bangles

Materials

Jade

Vintage Jadeite Black Diamond Drop Earring in Sliver And 18k White gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
. Crafted in gleaming silver and 18k white gold, they effortlessly combine luxury and sophistication. At
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Silver

Type A Jadeite Bangle, of even Greyish White colour. 24.6gr. 9mm wide + GSL cert
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Natural Type A Jadeite Bangle of very even (rarely seen) greyish white colour Width: 9mm
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Vintage 1960s Asian Retro Bangles

Materials

Jade

Natural Green Jadeite (Fei Cui) and Diamond Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in Macau, MO
mounted in 18K white gold. The company was founded one and a half centuries ago in Macau. The brand is
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2010s East Asian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Gold

Eostre South Sea Pearl, Lavender Jadeite and Diamond White Gold Jewels Suite
Located in Melbourne, AU
White South Sea Pearls with Type A Lavender Jadeite and Diamond Jewellery Suite in 18K White Gold
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2010s Australian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Jade, 18k Gold

White Jadeite 24K Yellow Gold Vernier God of Fortune Pendant Necklace A-Grade
Located in Richmond, CA
This rare white jadeite pendant is a remarkable piece, featuring the revered God of Fortune "Cai
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Jade, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

Contemporary 14K White Gold Aquamarine Cabochon Pink Tourmaline Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
sculptural presence of fine cabochon gemstones. Details Brand: Talia Jade Metal: 14K white gold Gemstones
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2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold

Eostre Type A Red Jadeite, Morganite and Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
The Type A Red Jadeite is situated in the middle of the flower motif surrounded by a circle of diamonds. On the outer layer, there are multiple pear-shape Morganite as well as round ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Morganite, 18k Gold

Bespoke Halo Mount for 3-5 Carat Yellow White Diamond Oval Shape Platinum Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
White Round Brilliant cut Diamonds on the Outer Halo flowing down the side of the shank, the inner halo
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2010s British Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Eme...

Leaf Shape Natural Jadeite and Diamond Brooch in 18K Gold
Located in Macau, MO
carats in total, mounted in 18K white gold. Accompanied by report number SJ176801 dated October 23, 2018
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold

4.22 Carat Yellow White Diamond Oval Shape Halo Platinum GIA Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
the center with 0.93 Carat of White Round Brilliant cut Diamonds on the Outer Halo flowing down the
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2010s British Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Pink Diamond, Eme...

Diamond Ruby 1.50 Cluster Earrings Round Oval Studs Modern 18 Karat White Gold
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
the centre on each earring is surrounded by 10 white stunning diamonds, 20 diamonds for both, weighing
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2010s British Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Carnelian, Chalcedony, Citrine, Diamond, White Dia...

Ruby 1.29 Ct Cluster Pendant 18 Kt White Gold Round Brilliant 0.60 Carat Diamond
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
brilliant cut white stunning diamonds weighing a total of 0.60 carat color G/H clarity SI, the ruby weighs
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2010s British Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Chalcedony, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Emera...

18K Jadiete Kwan Yin Carving Pendant
Located in LA, CA
Item # 841 18K Jadiete Jade Kwan Yin Carving Pendant with 1.33ct. Diamond. One grayish green
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sculptural 19.21 Carat Kunzite and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
This exceptional cocktail ring designed by Talia Jade is a bold celebration of contemporary design
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2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Kunzite, 14k Gold, White Gold

Certified Jadeite and Diamond Xmas / Evergreen Tree Pendant Necklace Apple Green
Located in Hong Kong, HK
jadeite jade. The pendant is set in 18k white gold and natural white diamonds. Two apple green triangle
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2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

High Quality Green Grade Jadeite 18k WG .16ct Diamond Pendant
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
fine jewelry for any occasion. Measurement jade; 20.20 x 8.20 Pendant: 28x12.25 Weight 3.89g
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold

Jadeite Yellow Briolette Diamond Rose Cut Diamond Flower Brooch in 18K Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
in 18-karat white and yellow gold, it features six pieces of jade, combining to a total weight of 7.0
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Brooches

Materials

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

【Jādora】Verdant Bloom — Convertible Type A Jadeite South Sea Pearl Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A serene dance between East and West — these convertible earrings capture the harmony of jade
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, South Sea Pearl, White Gold

18kt Deep Green Jadeite Disc and Diamond Bow-tie Pendant Drop
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
No description provided This Jade Disc and Diamond Pendant features a unique bow-shaped pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold

【Jādora】Royal Green Jadeite Diamond Aurora South Sea Pearl Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A whisper of jade, a glow of pearl — bound by timeless craft. These earrings unite the vivid allure
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, South Sea Pearl, White Gold

【Jādora】Type A Jadeite Cabochon and Diamond Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
brilliant-cut natural diamonds, creating a rhythmic interplay of color and sparkle. Set in 18K white gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, White Gold

【Jādora】Type A Jadeite Pearl Ruby Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
the elegance of fine jewelry design. Each earring features a hand-carved jadeite drop in luminous
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Pearl, Ruby, White Gold

【Conchéa】Flame Blossom Conch Pearl, Jadeite Diamond Ring — 4.37ct
Located in New York, NY
White Gold Other: 0.80ct of SI Quality Natural Diamond and A Jadeite *Conch Pearl Jewelry Note: Each
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Pearl, White Gold

【Jādora】Verdant Bloom — Convertible Type A Jadeite South Sea Pearl Earrings
Located in New York, NY
delicate floral motifs. Nestled between the vibrant jade petals, 0.19ct of brilliant diamonds sparkle like
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, South Sea Pearl, White Gold

【Jādora】Imperial Leaf Halo Jadeite South Sea Pearl Earrings
Located in New York, NY
. Product Information Origin South Sea Pearl Jewelry Processed in Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, South Sea Pearl, White Gold

【Vine Symphony】Willow Bloom Jadeite South Sea Pearl Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Graceful as a falling petal, these drop earrings echo the gentle movement of a jade flower swaying
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, South Sea Pearl, White Gold

3.32 Carat Jadeite and 4.10 Carat Diamond, 18k Yellow Gold Floral Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
stunning vintage jade cocktail ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with an 18k white gold setting
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 30.35Ct Yellow Cicada Jadeite and Diamond Dangle Earring in 18K Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
yellow jade are 1.30 carats of white round diamonds, which add a dazzling sparkle and enhance the overall
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Jadeite 7.35ct Diamond Dangle Earrings in 18 Karat Rhodium Black Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
1.18 carats of white round diamonds, which add a brilliant sparkle and enhance the overall beauty of
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2010s Hong Kong Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold

【Jādora】Verdant Bloom Jadeite South Sea Pearl Earrings
Located in New York, NY
: Very Thick Color: White Luster: Aurora Accessories Metal: 3.7 g of 18k White Gold Other: 0.42 ct of
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, South Sea Pearl, White Gold

Natural Myanmar Translucent Icy Honey Yellow Jadeite Pisces Pendant
Located in Kowloon, HK
Introducing a stunning high-quality translucent icy jade Pisces pendant that is sure to captivate
Category

2010s Hong Kong Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Green Jadeite and Diamond Pendant in 18K Gold with Necklace
Located in Macau, MO
, and oval-cut diamonds totaling 0.924 carats, all meticulously set in 18K white gold. The benevolent
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2010s East Asian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Emerald Green Jadeite and Diamond Pendant in 18K Gold with Necklace
Located in Macau, MO
, set in 18-karat white gold. Butterflies are considered to be a symbol of love, romance and freedom
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2010s East Asian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold

de Boulle Collection Jaded Earrings Blackened Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Stunning and intricately carved jade, sprinkled with diamonds and tsavorite garnets make up this
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2010s American Drop Earrings

Materials

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

【Jādora】Blossom of Fortune Jadeite South Sea Pearl Earrings
Located in New York, NY
versatile as it is precious. Product Information Origin South Sea Pearl Jewelry Processed in Japan Material
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, South Sea Pearl, White Gold

A Stunning Pair of Imperial Green Jadeite and Diamond Earrings in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Macau, MO
, mounted in 18K white gold. The company was founded one and a half centuries ago in Macau. The brand is
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2010s East Asian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, White Gold, 18k Gold

GIA Certified Jadeite Kwan Yin Carving Pendant with Diamonds in 18K Gold
Located in LA, CA
Item #8981 GIA Certified Jadeite Kwan Yin Carving Pendant with .57ct Diamond Set in 18K white
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Brazilian Aquarela 18K Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Ridgefield, CT
of Jade stone) with surrounding white topaz gemstone detailing. Measuring 12mm, the charm hangs
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Natural Bright Green Jadeite and Diamond Pendant in 18K Gold with Necklace
Located in Macau, MO
. Accompanied by report number FC06777 dated August 29, 2022 from the Hong Kong Kowloon Jade & Jewellery
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2010s East Asian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Gem Set Diamond Brooch w/Certificate 18k
Located in North Hollywood, CA
gold. This comes with a certificate stating the Jade is real as are the stones. This is very special
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Sapp...

95.87 Ct - Natural Myanmar Lavender Icy Type Jadeite Donut Necklace
Located in Kowloon, HK
jewelry collection. The circle jade has a diameter of 26.7 mm and a thickness of 11.9 mm, making it a
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2010s Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique ProngSetWhiteJade GoldMilgrainFiligree ConvertibleBrooch Ring Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
Known as "mutton fat", this natural milky white tremolite nephrite jade 10mm-long hand-carved oval
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Gilt Metal, White Gold

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White Jade Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the piece of white jade jewelry you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 462 vintage or 643 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for an item from our selection of white jade jewelry may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular piece, .5 Carat and 1 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. Finding an appealing choice in our collection of white jade jewelry — no matter the origin — is easy, but Luigi Ferrara, Christina Addison and LB Exclusive each produced a popular version that is worth a look. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also oval cut cut and rough cut cut versions available here, too. Finding an object in our assortment of white jade jewelry for sale for women should be easy, but there are 306 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a White Jade Jewelry?

On average, a piece of white jade jewelry at 1stDibs sells for $4,500, while they’re typically $199 on the low end and $380,000 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.