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A Pair of Highly Translucent Jadeite Beads and Diamond Earrings in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Macau, MO
pattern with natural diamonds weighing 0.54 carats in total , mounted in 18 Karat white gold. The company
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2010s East Asian Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

Dilys 21.73ct Aubergine Jadeite Carving Black Diamond Pendant in 18K Gold
By Dilys
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Young strives to reignite the spark for jade jewellery in modern collectors with her contemporary
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2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Art Dego 63.70 Carat Jadeite Diamond Drop Earring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
the exquisite combination of jade and diamonds set in 18 karat white gold captivate your senses and
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 6.54 Total Carat Jadeite and Diamond Drop Earring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Introducing the breathtaking "Harmony Gems" Jade Earrings Set in 18 Karat White and Yellow Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Carlo Weingrill 1960 Verona Twisted Bangle Bracelet in 18kt Gold with Amazonite
By Carlo Weingrill
Located in Miami, FL
at the jewelry atelier of Carlo Weingrill, back in the late 1960. This bangle bracelet has been
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Vintage 1960s Italian Modernist Bangles

Materials

Amazonite, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k WG Icy Ruyi Jadeite Diamond Pendant GIA Gemologist Appraisal 19" Gold Chain
Located in Richmond, CA
jewelry collection. Comes with solid 18K white gold au750 hallmarked 19" chain (1.0gr) This pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k WG Icy Jadeite Diamond Pendant 17" 18k WG Necklace GIA Gemologist Appraisal
Located in Richmond, CA
This elegant ladies' pendant featuring 18K white gold is set with a finely carved very pale green
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k WG Icy Jadeite Diamond Pendant with 18" Necklace GIA Gemologist Appraisal
Located in Richmond, CA
This elegant ladies' pendant is a masterful blend of craftsmanship and design, featuring 18K white
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Rubies and Lapis Lazuli Cufflinks
By AVGVSTA
Located in Milano, IT
or White Gold. The bars variations are Onyx, White Agate, Lapis Lazuli, Mother of pearl, Malachite
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2010s Italian Cufflinks

Materials

Agate, Carnelian, Chalcedony, Emerald, Hematite, Jade, Lapis Lazuli, Mal...

Eostre Type A Green Jadeite and Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
The apple green jadeite cabochon has been surrounded by partial diamond pave. The design looks like the ring is trying to engulf the green jadeite cabochon and it has almost succeede...
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2010s Australian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Jadeite, Ruby and Diamond 18 Karat Handcrafted Ring
By Dilys
Located in Hong Kong, HK
, the renowned Hong Kong jewelry designer, Dilys Young, designed this exquisite ring. A one-of-a-kind
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Botta jewelry earrings with blue jade green sapphires in white gold
By Botta gioielli
Located in Milano, IT
Original 9k white gold earrings with nugget-cut blue sapphires and leaf-cut and engraved green imperial jade. The earrings are handmade by Botta Gioielli in its workshop in Milan Ita...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Jade, 9k Gold, White Gold

Chandelier earrings in 18 kt. white and yellow gold and imperial jade
By Artistian Made
Located in Abano Terme, IT
These white and yellow gold chandelier earrings with imperial jade are a true masterpiece of Italian craftsmanship. They feature a circle-cut jade remaining on the earlobe, set in an...
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1990s Italian Chandelier Earrings

Materials

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

18k Gold Genuine Burmese Jadeite Bamboo Pendant Necklace with Diamonds
Located in Portland, OR
bamboo. Representing prosperous energies. The pendant is made with imperial jade and lined with diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

GIA Certified 163.55 Carat Apatite Cat s Eye, Jadeite Ruby Pendant
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
This GIA certified 16.355 carat apatite cat's eye pendant is a truly stunning piece of jewelry. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Apatite, Jade, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Jadeite, Ruby and Diamond Rouge Camelia Earrings by Dilys
By Dilys
Located in Hong Kong, HK
of rigorous quality check on the jewelry piece before shipment. To ensure the condition is just as
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2010s Hong Kong Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

Dilys Certified Natural Jadeite and Diamond Engagement Ring in 18 Karat Gold
By Dilys
Located in Hong Kong, HK
diamonds, totaling 3.28 carats, in 18 karat white and black gold. The centre jade piece was certified by
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2010s Hong Kong Artisan Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Imperial Green Jadeite, Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Gold
By Dilys
Located in Hong Kong, HK
one last round of rigorous quality check on the jewelry piece before shipment. To ensure the condition
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2010s Hong Kong Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Rubellite, Burmese Jadeite, Tsavorite Diamond Pendant, 18K Gold, Austy Lee
By Austy Lee
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Burmese Green Jades, Tsavorites and Diamonds, set on green color-plated 18K White Gold. Product Details
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Eostre Type A Green Jadeite, South Sea Pearl and Diamond Earrings in 18k Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
A Pair of Type A green jadeite, Australian White South Sea Pearl and Diamond Earrings in 18k White
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2010s Australian Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

Eostre Type A Jadeite, Red Coral, Solid Opal and Diamond Pendant in 18k Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
This is a double sided pendant. You can wear it either way depending on the occasions. On one side, it has a large type A green jadeite cabochon with a red coral bale. On the other s...
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Jade, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Eostre Type A Jadeite Australian South Sea Pearl and Diamond Earring in 18k Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
A pair of Type A green jadeite, white Australian south sea pearl and diamond earrings in 18k white
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2010s Australian Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

Eostre Type A Green Jadeite, Pink Sapphire and Diamond Pendant Ring in 18k Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
This ring is inspired by the cherry blossom. This is a convertible pendant ring which means it can be worn as a ring or as a pendant. The Type A Green Jadeite is located at the cente...
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2010s Australian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Multi-Gemstone, Vintage Pendant and Ancient Coin 14 Karat Gold Bohemian Necklace
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
, vintage, antique and ancient jewelry components. Necklace has 15 unique pieces, featuring green Jade
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2010s American Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Turquoi...

18K South Sea Pearl and Emerald Ring
Located in Macau, MO
company was founded one and a half centuries ago in Macau. The brand is renowned for its high jewellery
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Emerald, Jade, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Jade Pendant jadelite and white gold with diamonds and rubies
Located in Bologna, IT
GEMOLOGICAL ANALYSIS Pendant finished in 18k white gold (750/1000), made with jade bas-relief surmounted by plant line elements decorated with natural diamonds and natural rubies. to...
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Vintage 1970s European Artisan Necklace Enhancers

Materials

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

CARTIER Paris Art Deco Enameled Cocktail Ring 18Kt Gold With Diamonds Gemstone
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
and designed by the jewelry house of Cartier. This colorful cocktail ring is very rare and highly
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

SV925 Tiger Miniature with Rare White Nephrite and Diamond Eyes
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The year 2022 is the perfect time to explore the world and challenge new things. Don't sit and wait for fortune to come to you. Step out for the brand new journey, work hard, withdr...
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2010s Russian Contemporary Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Silver

Boucheron Paris 1935 Art Deco Cocktail Ring 18kt Gold 7.55ctw Diamonds Jadeite
By Boucheron
Located in Miami, FL
during the art deco period by the jewelry house of Boucheron. This great ring has been carefully crafted
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Jadeite Ruby Akoya Pearl Diamond Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
) in the form of two peaches with vines and leaves. Completing the composition is a white Akoya pearl
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Jade, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Grande GUM DROP™ Earrings with Pink Topaz and Cabochon Garnet and Diamonds
By Christina Addison
Located in New York, NY
18kt White Gold Grande GUM DROP™ Earrings with faceted Pink Topaz and Cabochon Garnet and four
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Garnet, Jade, Onyx, Peridot, Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yello...

Fairy Whisper - Fire Opal Pendant with Diamonds, Sapphires Turquoise Necklace
Located in Suwanee, GA
Design name: Fairy Whisper Design idea: This enchanting 18K White Gold pendant features a mystical
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2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Jade, Fire Opal, Sapphire, Opal, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 1...

Christina Addison Large Gum Drop Earrings with Cabochon Turquoise and Diamonds
By Christina Addison
Located in New York, NY
. The Christina Addison Fine Jewelry Bespoke Collection is made to order to your ring size. You may
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Turquoise, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold,...

Large GUM DROP Earrings with Citrine and Pink Topaz and Diamonds
By Christina Addison
Located in New York, NY
Gold or White Gold in any combination of colors. Please contact us with any inquiries you may have
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Jade, Peridot, Rock Crystal, Topaz, 18k Gold,...

Christina Addison Large Gum Drop Earrings with Cabochon Turquoise and Diamonds
By Christina Addison
Located in New York, NY
may have. Christina Addison Fine Jewelry NYC Please contact me with any questions you may have at
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Turquoise, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold,...

Grande Gum Drop Earrings with Cabochon Turquoise and Diamonds
By Christina Addison
Located in New York, NY
4 sizes and can be made in either Yellow or White Gold with any color stone combination. Please
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Amethyst, Turquoise, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold,...

Tiffany Co 1970 by Angela Cummings Geometric Earrings 18Kt Yellow Gold Gemstones
By Angela Cummings for Tiffany Co.
Located in Miami, FL
been crafted with a mix of noble metals, such; 18 kt yellow gold, 18 kt white gold and rich pure copper
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Vintage 1970s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Hematite, Black Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Large GUM DROP Earrings with Pink Topaz and Cabochon Citrine and Diamonds
By Christina Addison
Located in New York, NY
. The Christina Addison Fine Jewelry Bespoke Collection is made to order to your ring size. You may
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Jade, Peridot, Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Grande GUM DROP Earrings with Garnet and Cabochon Garnet and Diamonds
By Christina Addison
Located in New York, NY
18kt White Gold Grande "Jumbo Sized" GUM DROP™ Earrings with Faceted Garnet and Cabochon Garnet
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Jade, Peridot, Topaz, White Diamond,...

Tanzanite 1.26CT Pear Shape Diamond 0.35CT Halo Pave Set 18KT Gold Chain Pendant
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
design sparkling natural white diamonds colour G / H clarity VS /SI Round Brilliant Cut. This modern
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2010s British Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Tanzanite, Diamond, White Diamond, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Carnelian, Citr...

Large GUM DROP Earrings with Peridot and Pink Topaz and Diamonds
By Christina Addison
Located in New York, NY
Yellow or white Gold. They can be made in ANY color stone combination that you would like! Please
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21st Century and Contemporary American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Amethyst, Chalcedony, Citrine, Peridot, Topaz, Jade, 18k Gold, ...

Medium GUM DROP™ Earrings with Tsavorite and Dark Blue Topaz and Diamonds
By Christina Addison
Located in New York, NY
Collection is available in 4 sizes and can be made in Yellow Gold or White Gold in any combination of stone
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Jade, Peridot, Topaz, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, W...

Medium GUM DROP™ Earrings with Peridot and Iolite and Diamonds
By Christina Addison
Located in New York, NY
is available in 4 sizes and can be made in Yellow Gold or White Gold in any combination of stone
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Iolite, Jade, Onyx, Peridot, Rock Cr...

Blue and Pink Topaz Gold Three Stone Ring with Rope Twist Border
By Christina Addison
Located in New York, NY
Elegant 18kt Yellow Three Stone Ring with Rope Twist Border with split shank detail. The ring features three faceted cushion cut stones surrounded by twisted gold rope. The center Bl...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Beryl, Chalcedony, Chrysophrase, Citrine, Crystal,...

Citrine pink topaz gold Three Stone Ring with Rope Twist Border
By Christina Addison
Located in New York, NY
Elegant 18kt Yellow Gold Three Stone Ring with Citrine, Pink Topaz and Rope Twist Border with split shank detail. The ring features three faceted cushion cut stones surrounded by twi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Chalcedony, Citrine, Iolite, Jade, Peridot, Rock Crystal, Topa...

Three Stone Ring with Blue Topaz finished with Rope Twist Border
By Christina Addison
Located in New York, NY
Elegant 18kt Yellow Three Stone Ring with Rope Twist Border with split shank detail. The ring features three faceted Blue Topaz cushion cut stones surrounded by twisted gold rope. Th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Iolite, Jade, Moonstone, Onyx, Opal, Rock Cry...

Fred Leighton Black Jade and Diamond Coil Doorknocker Earrings
By Fred Leighton
Located in New York, NY
Fred Leighton Black Jade and Diamond Coil Doorknocker Earrings Coil motifs set with pear shape
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2010s American Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold

Signed Fred Leighton Black Jade and Diamond Hexagonal Stud Earrings
By Fred Leighton
Located in New York, NY
A pair of round diamonds totaling approximately 0.36 carats are inset to black jade hexagons
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2010s American Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Black Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold

Carved Black Jade and Diamond Twist Bangle Signed Fred Leighton
By Fred Leighton
Located in New York, NY
A hinged bangle topped with a carved black jade torsade shape is accented with round diamonds
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2010s American Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Black Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold

Baume Jade Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Dangle Earrings
By Baume
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Earrings in 18 carats white gold. These long art deco earrings are made of a
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2010s French Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

Baume Purple Jade Emeralds 18 Karat White Gold Dangle Earrings
By Baume
Located in Poitiers, FR
that retains an oval jade engraved, perforated with floral motifs of purple, pink , green, white color
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2010s French Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Jade, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Engraved Jade Emeralds 14K White Gold Diamonds Dangle Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Art deco style earrings composed of 2 jade buttons at the top that support 2 white gold and
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Early 2000s Thai Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

Art Deco Style Jade Donuts Lapis Lazuli Emeralds Diamonds White Gold Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
parts in white gold,small full cut round diamonds , 2 small round emerald cabochon and blue enamel
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1990s Thai Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Jade Donuts 14K White Gold Diamonds Black Enamel Dangle Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
shape elements in white gold, diamonds and black enamel while at the bottom we have 2 Jade Donuts In
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2010s Thai Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Style Jade Donuts 14K White Gold Diamonds Black Enamel Dangle Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
these earrings have at the top 2 jade buttons, then a central part with 2 small cylinders of
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1990s Italian Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

White Jade Cabochon Stud Earrings
Located in Palm Desert, CA
These White Jade Cabochon Stud Earrings are a perfect blend of elegance and craftsmanship. The
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Vintage 1980s American Retro Drop Earrings

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Jade Jagger Star Burst White Diamond Dangle Earrings
By Jade Jagger
Located in London, GB
WHITE ROUND ROSE CUT AND WHITE PEAR ROSE CUT DIAMONDS WITH WHITE ROUND DIAMOND IN A STAR EARRING
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Late 20th Century Indian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k 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.