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Jewelry For Sale
Vintage Victorian Bohemian Garnet Gold Cluster Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Victorian Red Garnet Gold Cluster Ring. Securely Hand set with 5.00tcw Red Garnets. Hand crafted 9K Yellow Gold mounting. Measuring approx. 1” L x 1” W x 1”...
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Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry

Materials

Garnet, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

9ct Gold, Sapphire Diamond, Lucky Horseshoe Pendant Necklace, Circa 1880
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Horseshoe Necklace 9ct Gold Circa 1880 Victorian horseshoe pendant in 9ct yellow gold, set with thirteen rose-cut diamonds and...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 9k Gold

Bakelite Bracelet Bangle Butterscotch with Vine Carving
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning Mississippi swamp marble Bakelite carved bracelet bangle features a domed shape with three flat areas and carved designs. The beautiful design boasts vines and bunches ...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

CHANEL Gold and Cream Pearl Crystal CC Flower Drop Earrings
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in Italy 2022 Collection The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box and pouch IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-ow...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry

Joan Boyce Convertible Black Bead Necklace with Multicolor Crystal Octagonal
Located in Milford, DE
A bold convertible necklace by Joan Boyce, featuring a removable octagonal pavé-set pendant that functions as both a necklace centerpiece and a brooch. The pendant is composed of me...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Artisan Jewelry

Materials

Crystal, Gold-filled

Antique Russian Earrings natural 1.4 ctw Diamonds solid 14K Gold Silver / 4.2 gr
Located in SE
A pair of old Russian Diamond Earrings with lever back folding hooks from ca 1900s - 1910s. Old early 20th century Russian Imperial 56 standard h...
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1910s Georgian Art Nouveau Vintage Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Imperial Green Jadeite Bracelet Guatamala
Located in Northampton, MA
An utterly spectacular bracelet of the finest emerald green "imperial jade" jadeite beads from Guatemala. Each astonishing bead was hand-carved in South America. This is the very fi...
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Early 2000s Brazilian Artisan Jewelry

Materials

Jade

Bijoux Num Hand-engraved Star Pattern Vermeil Bangle Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bijoux Num hand-engraved star pattern vermeil bangle bracelet. This beautiful bracelet features over 340 pcs of oval and round faux diamond cubic zirconia (CZ), handcrafted Italian...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Other, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

New 3.44 Carat Blue Opal Diamond Cut Sapphire 14k W Gold PL Sterling Earrings
Located in Eagan, MN
These earrings are just gorgeous! Each earring has Four 6 x 4 mm Oval Cut Ethiopian Blue Opal stones. Altogether they total 3.44 carats. In between each opal is 2 diamond cut whit...
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21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Art Deco Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Sapphire, Sterling Silver, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Imperial Guilloche Enamel Gilt Egg Locket Pendant, Workmaster Feodor Afanasiev
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are pleased to present an exquisite antique medallion created in the early 20th century in the Russian Empire by master Feodor Afanasyev, known for his collaboration with the lege...
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Early 20th Century Russian Empire Jewelry

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal

JOMAZ signed vintage gold tone rhinestone strawberry designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed JOMAZ • gold tone with rhinestones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 50 ❤️❤️ ...
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1980s Vintage Jewelry

Syna Yellow Gold Chrysoprase Sugarloaf Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Chrysoprase 8.50 carats approx. Diamonds 0.20 carat approx. Chain sold separately About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Drawing inspiration fr...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Chrysophrase, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Drop Dangle Earrings solid 18K Gold / 2 gr
Located in SE
A pair of dangles in solid 18K Yellow Gold with cast identical shaped hollow drops 7 mm long x 5 mm wide. Two drops with gloss finish and two matte, all suspended on same type chains...
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1970s European Retro Vintage Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold

Antique 9ct Gold Stamped, Edwardian Citrine Heart, Knife Edge Bangle
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Heart Bangle 9ct Rose Gold Stamped Circa 1910 Step back in time with this exquisite Edwardian era bangle, crafted from 9ct gold and beautifully stamped for authenticity. ...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Jewelry

Materials

Citrine, Gold, 9k Gold

Vintage long pearls crystals beaded cluster long tassel necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • faux pearls and crystals • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 33 ❤️...
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20th Century Jewelry

Emerald Pink Sapphire Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Emerald Pink Sapphire Necklace Emeralds, Pink Sapphire and 14k Gold 15.25” of 5mm emerald and pink sapphire rondelle beads with a 14k gold lobster clasp. This stunner looks ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold

TIFFANY Co. Platinum 4mm Half Circle Lucida Diamond Band Ring 5
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 4mm Half Circle Lucida Diamond Band Ring 5 Metal: platinum Size: 5 Band Width: 4mm Weight: 5.90 grams Diamond: 11 Lucida cut diamonds Hallmark: ©TIFFANY&C...
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2010s American Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage gold tone amethyst rhinestones brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with rhinestones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 50 ❤️❤️ VIN...
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1980s Vintage Jewelry

Ring with sapphire, emerald and baguette shaped diamond up to 0.20ct platinum
Located in The Hague, ZH
Platinum ring set with sapphire, emerald, and baguette-cut diamond up to 0.20 ct – F/G – VS/SI – ring size US 4.75 – EU 15.5(49) Detailed description: The top of the ring is 9.6 mm...
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2010s Dutch Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum

Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Enamel Pheasant Bar Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Pheasant Brooch 15ct Gold Stamped Circa 1900 A finely crafted Edwardian bar brooch in stamped 15ct yellow gold, featuring a naturali...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Jewelry

Materials

15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Claude Montana for Claire Deve Paris Brutalist Blue and Silvered Resin Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
Claude Montana Paris designed this rare, brutalist brooch for Claire Deve in the 1980s. The modernist shape features a futuristic design crafted from silver-coated resin. The piece i...
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1980s French Modernist Vintage Jewelry

Art Deco Stud Set in Box
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Stud Set in Box from the 1930's. Grey mother of pearl in gold filled metal. Set includes cufflinks, 4 vest buttons and 3 shirt studs. 1930's USA.
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

Vintage “YSL” Yves Saint Laurent Large Gold Plated Retro Cigarette Case Circa 70
Located in New York, NY
Vintage “YSL” Yves Saint Laurent retro cigarette case This is the large Case, Pelaee see images and video. Logo Cigarette Case Gold Black Red The case is in great condition. The cl...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage 9ct Gold on Silver Masonic Ball Fob Circa 1970s
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Gold on Silver Masonic Ball Fob 9ct on Silver Makers Mark JHW Engraved Made In England Circa 1970s *The necklace is sold separately. A piece steeped in mystery and ...
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Late 20th Century English Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Silver

New 5.65 Carat Color Change Sapphire Diamond Cut Sapphire Sterling Earrings
Located in Eagan, MN
These earrings are just gorgeous! Each earring has a 9.2 x 7.3 mm Oval Cut Color Changing Sapphire. Altogether they total 5.65 carats. They are surrounded by diamond cut green sap...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Jewelry

Materials

Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Sterling Silver

Vintage gold tone massive link designer bracelet
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone • vintage designer bracelet MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 50 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE DESIGNER ...
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1980s Vintage Jewelry

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Rolo Link Chain, 28 Inch Edwardian Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Rolo Link Chain 9ct Rose Gold Stamped Tagged Circa 1900 This exquisite 9ct gold-stamped Edwardian rolo link chain is a true masterpiece that will elevate any outfit....
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Jewelry

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold

German Kabirski Tartine Raw Tsavorite Gold Plated Silver Ring
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Tartine ring blends clean minimalism with striking natural texture. Made from 925 silver with durable 18K gold plating and an anti-tarnish finish, it is nickel-free, hypoallergen...
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2010s American Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Garnet, Tsavorite, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold

Antique Ring Garnet solid 18K Gold Ø US5.75 / 1.31 gr
Located in SE
European Ring from early XX cent. with plain band end engraved bezel in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with rose cut natural Red Garnet Ø 4mm / ca.025ct. Back side closed. Crown is ...
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1920s European Art Nouveau Vintage Jewelry

Materials

Garnet, 18k Gold

Vintage matte gold tone modernist designer 80 s clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 32 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE ...
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20th Century Jewelry

18 kt Gold French Raised Arm Signet Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
A French Victorian 15 Kt signet ring that shows all the signs of power. There is an arm raised up showing a dagger. This symbol shows the willingness to prevail. Above the arm is a w...
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1870s French High Victorian Antique Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

Ring with brilliant cut diamonds up to 1.00ct 14k gold 6.7 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k bicolor gold ring with brilliant-cut diamond up to 1.00 ct – F/G - VS/SI - ring size US 7.5 - EU 17.75 (56) Detailed description The top of the ring is 7.0 mm wide and 3.9 mm h...
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2010s Dutch Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Band Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fantastic ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with three flowers of rubies, emeralds and sapphires surrounded by diamonds and little emeralds, rubies and sapphires. T...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Vintage Gucci Double Hook 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Estate Gucci 18K yellow gold Double Hook band ring symbolizing Love, Commitment and Unity 20th Century The double hook motif represents the bond between two people making a commitmen...
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20th Century Italian Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage gold tone sapphire glass waterfall designer earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with glass • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 51 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE ...
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1980s Vintage Jewelry

TIFFANY Co. Forever Platinum 2.2mm Half Circle Diamond Embrace Band Ring 5.5
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Forever Platinum 2.2mm Half Circle Diamond Embrace Band Ring 5.5 Metal: Platinum Size: 5.5 Band Width: 2.2mm Diamond: 9 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .2...
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2010s American Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Bvlgari Tono Heart Pendant 18k Steel w/ 18k Gold Bail 31mm
Located in Orlando, FL
BVLGARI Tondo Heart Pendant – 18k Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Specifications Designer: Bulgari Collection: Tondo Heart Metal: 18k yellow gol...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel

Vintage Emerald-Cut Emerald and Diamond Rectangular Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Elegant and finely detailed Vintage Emerald and RBD Diamond Pendant Necklace. Centering a securely Hand set .70 Carat Emerald-Cut Emerald, surrounded by Round Brill...
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1990s Modernist Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

HRD 6.35 Carat Vivid Red Mahenge Garnet&Peridots 3-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*HRD 6.35 Carat Vivid Red Mahenge Garnet&Peridots 3-Stone Engagement Ring* HRD-certified natural vivid red Mahenge Garnet weighing 6.35 ct set with 2 pieces fancy shape natural ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage 18ct White Gold, 1960s Large Aquamarine Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Aquamarine Cocktail Ring 18ct White Gold Circa 1960s Experience elegance with this stunning cocktail ring, expertly crafted from 18ct white gold. The centrepiece features...
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Mid-20th Century European Jewelry

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold

Antique German Ring natural Emerald Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø US7.5/ 2 gr
Located in SE
German Halo Ring from ca. 1900s- 1920s , crown with White Gold or Platinum top claws holds a natural princess cut Emerald 3.75mm x 2.5mm x 2mm mm ca. 0.3 ct with natural internal fla...
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1910s German Art Nouveau Vintage Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

CHANEL Vintage Gold Mademoiselle Charm Station Necklace
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: Oval tag CHANEL, Made in France Gold Plated The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: Length: 34 inches Comes with box IMPORTA...
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Early 20th Century Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Joan Boyce Blue Crystal and Lucite Flame Motif Cuff Bracelet
Located in Milford, DE
A bold statement of modern glam, this Joan Boyce cuff bracelet features oversized domed Lucite ends in a translucent, milky white hue, dramatically capped with spiked flame-like silv...
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Late 19th Century American Artisan Antique Jewelry

Materials

Crystal, Enamel

20 Carats Blue Sapphire Cabs Gold Diamonds Pear Shape Chalcedony Drops Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Elegant and completely handmade Earrings consisting of an upper part of 4 oval shape Blue Sapphires 6x8 mm and weighing 20 Carats set together in 14 Kt white gold with 2 small diamo...
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2010s Thai Artisan Jewelry

Materials

Chalcedony, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

New .86 Carat Emerald Diamond Cut Sapphire Enamel 14k Gold PL Earrings
Located in Eagan, MN
These earrings are just beautiful. This is one of those pieces I would love to own. It is a Hexagon shape. There is a 6 x 4 mm natural emerald on each earrings totaling .86 carats....
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Earrings with amethyst and brilliant cut diamond up to 0.05ct 18k gold 2.6 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold stud earrings set with a flower-shaped amethyst and a brilliant-cut diamond of up to 0.05 ct – F/G – VS/SI Detailed description: The earrings are 1.4 cm long Total ...
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2010s Dutch Modern Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage 15ct Yellow Gold Platinum, 1930s Two Colour Gate Bracelet
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gate Bracelet 15ct Yellow Gold & Platinum Circa 1930s Step back in time with this exquisite 1930s gate bracelet, crafted in elegant 15ct gold with beautiful platinum link...
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Mid-20th Century English Jewelry

Materials

15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

14k Yellow White Gold .10 Carat Diamond Ring Size 6.5
Located in Eagan, MN
I really love this ring. It's such a great design and you can wear it with anything. It takes a band ring to such a unique and flattering level. The ring is both White and Yellow ...
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2010s Unknown Art Nouveau Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

GIL Certified 4.47 Carat Natural Loose Paraiba Tourmaline Pear Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Paraiba Tourmaline Weight: 4.47 Carat Dimension: 13.82 x 8.32 x 6.05 Mm Colour: Blue Green Shape: Pear Origin: Mozambique, Africa Treatment: Non Certificate: GIL Certificate A...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Arts and Crafts Jewelry

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Vintage 9ct Gold Stamped, 1970s Articulated Lucky Fish Pendant Charm
Located in Brighton, GB
Lucky Fish Pendant 9ct Gold Stamped Makers Mark Z LD Circa 1970s *The chain is sold separately Dive into elegance with our stunning vintage 9ct gold lucky fish pendant, a strik...
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Late 20th Century English Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, 1920s Diamond Garnet Tigers Head Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Tiger Brooch 18ct Gold Circa 1920s Elevate your jewellery collection with this exquisite 1920s tiger's head brooch, crafted from 18ct gold. This striking piece features a ...
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Early 20th Century European Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Yellow Sapphire Blue Topaz Ring Set 18 K Gold Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Yellow Sapphire Blue Topaz Ring Set 18 K Gold Silver Natural Blue Topaz 12.00 Carat Natural Yellow Sapphire 3.00 Carats This Ring is from th...
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Late 20th Century Thai Art Deco Jewelry

Materials

Yellow Sapphire, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique 1920s Platinum French Stamped, 1.40 Carat Diamond Full Eternity Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Eternity Ring Platinum French Stamped Circa 1920s This stunning platinum eternity ring is a true gem. It's fully set with an estimated 1.40 carats of exquisite French dia...
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Early 20th Century French Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GRAZIANO signed vintage massive silver tone faux carnelian cuff bracelet
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed GRAZIANO • silver tone with faux stones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • fits wrists up to size 7.5" CONDITION • very good vintage condition with...
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20th Century Jewelry

Silvorra Modern 2.55ct Emerald Ruby Inlay Bypass Silver Ring Wedding Gift
Located in New York, NY
This elegant 925 sterling silver ring showcases a graceful, flared design centered around a luminous 8x6 mm oval natural emerald. Curved shoulders on either side are channel-set with...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver

Qing Dynasty–Style Enamel Dragon Hoop Earrings Gold toned
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Qing Dynasty–Style Enamel Dragon Hoop Earrings Inspired by the opulence and symbolism of Qing Dynasty imperial artistry, these exquisite earrings feature a coiled dragon motif rende...
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2010s Chinese Contemporary Jewelry

Silvorra 925 Silver 2.75 Carat Emerald Ruby Wide Band Ring for Christmas
Located in New York, NY
This bold 925 sterling silver ring features a luxurious band design richly accented with natural emeralds and rubies. At the center, vertical channels of square-cut 1.5x1.5 mm emeral...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver

Toi et Moi Gemstone Ring: Citrine and Peridot
Located in Istanbul, TR
Toi et Moi Gemstone Ring: Citrine and Peridot. Perfect "You n I" Gold Birthmonth gemstones ring. Metal: 925 silver + 14k yellow gold plating over Weight: 4.2 g. depends from size. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Jewelry

Materials

Citrine, Peridot, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Silvorra Timeless Green Emerald Half-Eternity Band in Diamond Silver Ring Gifts
Located in New York, NY
This refined 925 sterling silver band ring features a sleek channel-set row of natural square 2.5x2.5 mm emeralds, framed on each side by sparkling 1.5x1.5 mm square diamonds for a s...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver

Silvorra Sculpted Sterling Silver Wide Band Ring with Scattered Cubic Zirconia
Located in New York, NY
This bold statement ring is crafted in 925 sterling silver and designed as a wide, sculpted band with softly undulating edges for a modern, organic look. Mixed-size round cubic zirco...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver

Diamond Rings, Luxury Watches and Other Antique and Vintage Fine Jewelry and Estate Jewelry on 1stDibs

Our love for diamond rings, luxury watches and other antique and vintage fine jewelry and estate jewelry goes back thousands of years.

Jewelry has long been a symbol of spiritual strength, wealth or power and, of course, a means of personal expression. While materials and processes employed by the world’s most popular jewelry housesTiffany Co., Cartier, BVLGARI and others — have evolved over time, humans still gravitate toward many of the same accessories that our ancestors wore.

Ancient Egyptians were often hard at work designing jewelry and adorning themselves with an array of necklaces, rings and other items, and nearly every Egyptian, rich or poor, was buried with some kind of jewelry. When King Tut’s burial chamber was excavated, it revealed a sense of style that inspired Art Deco jewelry designs.

Brooches and pins remain essentials in our jewelry boxes, although we no longer require them to fasten our garments, as was once their primary use. Rings, which have always been signifiers of eternity, still serve as romantic gifts and tokens of affection.

Engagement rings are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment — and as it can be difficult to choose the right one, explore our buying guides for a close look at antique engagement ringsArt Deco engagement rings and vintage engagement rings. [Fun fact: It wasn’t until the 14th century that we learned how to effectively cut diamonds, a critical step in revealing the stone’s brilliance.]

Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C. We’ve even created our own new, sacred symbols — the Cartier Love bracelet, for example, with its distinctive locking mechanism, is an understated and modernist symbol of love’s promise (with its own captivating history to boot). And, crafted by French jeweler Jacques Arpels of Van Cleef Arpels, the Magic Alhambra necklace channels luck for the wearer with its universally adored design, which is informed by four-leaf clovers, a plant synonymous with good fortune.

Whether it’s our sentimental charm jewelry, costume jewelry, chunky retro bracelets or minimalist earrings created by contemporary designers, luxurious jewels can elevate any outfit, regardless of your personal style.

Find a wide-ranging collection of authentic antique, new and vintage jewelry today on 1stDibs.

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