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Jewelry For Sale
Period: 19th Century
Period: 18th Century and Earlier
Victorian Scottish Agate Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Lovely mid Victorian earrings of Scottish striped agate in a simple drop formation. Timeless elegant design set in gilt metal with a cabochon agate at the ear. The chain is a rich do...
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Jewelry

Materials

Agate, Gilt Metal

NEW GIA 3.67CT Untreated Natural Hot Pink Spinel Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Warren, NJ
This stunning 14k yellow gold ring from LaFrancee features a rare and beautiful 3.67 carat perfectly clean unheated natural pure hot pink spinel as its centerpiece. The spinel is acc...
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Late 18th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Spinel, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Pendant Blue Enamel Centre Star Set Natural Coral
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Turquoise Pendant 15ct Gold Circa 1860 A Stunning, Victorian Piece. Beautiful, Turquoise Blue Enamel Centre, Set with Pretty, St...
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry

Materials

Coral, Gold, Enamel

Zodiac SST 36000 Vintage automatic watch Ref. 862974 2168 Huge NOS Men Watch I
Located in Toronto, CA
Description Brand: Zodiac Model: SST 36000 Reference Number: 8629742168 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Automatic Case Material: Stainless-steel Measurements : C...
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1890s Swiss Antique Jewelry

Materials

Steel

Antique Victorian 9ct Rose Gold Padlock Necklace
Located in London, GB
This elegant antique padlock clasp is crafted in warm 9ct rose gold, featuring the classic heart-shaped padlock design with screw head detailing and engraved keyhole. Originally used...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold

7.95 Carat Tanzanite Heart Cut Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Trumbull, CT
This beautiful pendant showcases a vivid 7.19-carat tanzanite, with its stunning blue hue taking center stage. The stone is elegantly surrounded by a double row of white diamonds, ad...
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15th Century and Earlier American Artisan Antique Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.20 Carat Natural Loose Pale Pink Tourmaline from Afghanistan Cushion Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Tourmaline Weight: 2.20 Carats Dimension: 9x6.7x5.2 Mm Origin: Kunar Afghanistan Color: Pink Shape: Mix Cushion Clarity: Eye Clean Certificate: On Demand With a rating betwe...
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16th Century Afghan Arts and Crafts Antique Jewelry

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Victorian Colombian Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
A Fine Victorian Colombian emerald and diamond cluster ring, emerald weighing 5.54 carats of Colombian origin accompanied by...
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1890s British Victorian Antique Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold

C.1860 15K REGARD Flower Ring w Ruby, Emerald, Garnet, Amethyst, Ruby, Diam
Located in Baltimore, MD
This circa 1860 15K early Victorian Regard ring with 5 stones set in radially around the face in a forget-me-not, the first letter of which spell out ...
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19th Century European Victorian Antique Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold

14k Art Deco Yellow Gold Ring with Natural Sapphire Diamonds, Vintage Charm
Located in Berlin, BE
This exquisite 14k Art Deco three-stone ring, crafted in classic yellow gold, features a captivating natural sapphire at its center, radiating with deep blue allure. Flanking the sap...
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19th Century French Art Deco Antique Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 1.0 Ct. Diamond 1.0 Ct. Sapphire Five Stone Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This gorgeous antique Victorian period ring is 1890 ca. Traditional five stone setting hand crafted of solid 18 Kt gold, stamped Setting comprises a selection of 3 bright white old ...
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Post Medieval Sapphire Gold Fleur-de-lis Ring, circa 16th Century
Located in London, GB
Post medieval sapphire fleur-de-lis ring. An impressive and extremely rare ring, set with two kite shape rose cut natural unenhanced sapphires in c...
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16th Century Unknown Antique Jewelry

Materials

Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold

Antique Gold Diamond Pearl Enamel Bar brooch C.1890
Located in Toronto, ON
Antique Gold Diamond Pearl Enamel Bar brooch C.1890. The brooch of elongated shape set in the centre with a small old cut diamond accented at the end with a small, small applied flor...
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Late 19th Century Antique Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Fusee Chain Drive 1800 s John Moncas 18k Tri Color Gold Dial Pocket Watch
Located in Stamford, CT
Open face John Moncas Liverpool 18k gold pocket watch. circa 1810-1840 with solid gold tri color highly detailed dial. Runs well and keeps good time. Fusee chain drive movement, key wind, key set. 18k Yellow, white & rose gold Diameter: 51mm Crystal: Plastic Dial: 18k solid gold highly detailed yellow, white and rose gold Inside case: TH IH 9164 18k Movement: John Moncas Liverpool 9164 All of our pre-owned watches have been fully serviced and come with a one year warranty for timing and accuracy. Vintage watches may not be as accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new watch warranties...
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Early 19th Century Antique Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 10K Yellow Gold Engraved Wide Band Wedding Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 10K Yellow Gold Engraved Wide Band Wedding Ring. This beautiful wedding band is crafted in 10k yellow gold. The ring is engraved all around the ring and i...
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry

Materials

Yellow Gold

Antique 18th/19th Century Rose-Cut Diamonds Devant de Corsage Silver Portuguese
Located in Lisbon, PT
Antique Late 18th / 19th Century rose-cut diamond devant de corsage or stomacher in closed-back silver, Portugal. This Portuguese jewel is composed b...
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Late 18th Century Portuguese Georgian Antique Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Silver

An Early Victorian Gold Turquoise Floral Suite
Located in London, GB
An early Victorian gold turquoise floral suite, consisting of a necklace, brooch and a pair of earrings, the necklace with three graduated sections of...
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Early 19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Nephrite Pendant Qing Period Certified Untreated
Located in Northampton, MA
This excruciatingly beautiful and spare hand-carved nephrite jade pendant was created during the Qing period, most likely in the late 1800s, however, it co...
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19th Century Chinese Artisan Antique Jewelry

Materials

Jade

Victorian Turquoise Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace Charm Gold Antique Lavaliere
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous Antique Victorian Heart Pendant Necklace set throughout with lovely Turquoise and Pearls in a wonderful 10 Karat Gold Heart. The Turquoise and Pearl Heart is a de...
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

Victorian 14 Karat Gold 0.35 Carat Diamond Blue Enamel Floral Motif Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a Victorian floral motif pendant crafted in 14K gold and 830 silver. The piece features 8 old cut diamonds (TW 0.35ct, RW-STW, SI-P2) and blue enamel (half gone due the age)....
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Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold, Silver

Victorian 10K Yellow Gold Acid Etched Oval Locket Necklace
Located in Cape May, NJ
Era: Victorian Pendant Composition: 10K Yellow Gold Pendant Dimensions: 1.25'' Length x 1'' Width Chain Composition: 14K Yellow Gold Necklace Length: 20 inch Necklace Weight: 11.5 Gr...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry

Materials

10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victoria Era 14k Gold Ruby Sapphire Tourmaline Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Antique Victorian era 14k yellow and white gold ladies ring, stamped 14k. Set with 19 round shaped, mixed cut natural rubies, 8 pear shaped cabochon gemstones. Composed of citrine, t...
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 14k Gold

Victorian Emerald, Diamond and Ruby Dragonfly Brooch
Located in London, GB
An antique Russian emerald and diamond dragonfly brooch, the body a square-cut emerald with estimated weight 0.6 carats, the tail set with twelve emeralds and four diamonds, the wings and legs set with old-cut and rose-cut diamonds, the eyes a pair of cabochon-cut rubies, estimated total diamond weight 4 carats, all set in silver and yellow gold, with gold brooch fitting, bearing Russian hallmark, circa 1910, measuring approximately 5.5x7cm, gross weight 13.3 grams. This brooch is in very good condition. Unmarked, tested as 18ct gold and silver with 14ct brooch fitting . This beautiful Antique Russian brooch...
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1890s Late Victorian Antique Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique 2.05 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian 2.05 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold, silver set cocktail ring; part of our diverse 1890s jewellery and estate jewelry collec...
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1890s Unknown Antique Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian 18k/Sterling Silver Diamond Engagement Ring .85ct
Located in Narberth, PA
A beautiful diamond engagement ring from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 18k yellow gold and sterling silver, this ring features a central .85ct mine cut diamond. The diamond...
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1880s Victorian Antique Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Apollo [coin] pendant in 18K gold (pendant only)
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Ancient Greek Bronze Coin pendant trimmed in 18 karat gold. This coin was minted Circa 3rd Century BC. On the obverse side, is the portrait of the God Apollo and on the reverse si...
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15th Century and Earlier European Classical Greek Antique Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Bronze

Fabergé Yellow and Rose Gold Miniature Picture Frame
Located in London, GB
A Fabergé yellow and rose gold miniature picture frame with pearl decoration and ribbon bow top, workmaster Michael Perchin, St Petersburg, circa 1895. This elegant miniature frame ...
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1890s Russian Russian Empire Antique Jewelry

Materials

Rose Gold

Antique Tiffany Co Sterling Silver Repousse Floral Shoe Horn w/Monogram #22623
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Antique Tiffany & Co sterling silver repousse floral shoe horn w/monogram Monogram appears to be LWF The handle of this shoe horn features an intricate repousse floral design. The ...
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19th Century Antique Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust with Original Black Dial from Mid 1960 s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless steel CIRCA / YEAR: Mid 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm x Diameter...
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1660s Swiss Antique Jewelry

Antique Victorian 1870s 6.00 Carat Diamond Heart Brooch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14k yellow gold with Old Mine cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 6.00 carats. Circa 1870s 1 3/8 x 1 1/4 inches Can be worn as a brooch or pendant, the b...
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1870s Antique Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Rare Georgian Rose Cut Diamond Enamel Flower Pendant Silver And Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a rare early Rose Cut Diamond Enamel Flower Pendant or Brooch dating to the Georgian to Victorian Era set with an abundance of antique...
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19th Century Unknown Georgian Antique Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, 9k Gold, Enamel

Bochic “Vintage” Solid 18K Yellow Gold Bangle With Old Turquoise, Original
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Vintage” Solid 18K Gold Bangle With Old Turquoise, Original open and close hinge and safety locks 50 Grams 18K Gold Turquoise fitting...
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15th Century and Earlier Thai Anglo-Indian Antique Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold

Victorian 14k/Sterling Silver Moonstone, Diamond Sapphire Star Pendant Pin
Located in Narberth, PA
A spectacular moonstone, diamond, and sapphire starburst pin/pendant from the Victorian (ca1880) era! Set in 14k yellow gold and topped in patinaed sterling silver, this beautifully ...
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1880s Victorian Antique Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterl...

Ancient Roman iIntaglio 1st-2nd Cent. AD 18 Kt Gold Ring depicting Pegasus
Located in Roma, IT
This exquisite 18KT Gold ring features an authentic Roman intaglio dating back to the 1st-2nd Century AD, showcasing the iconic Pegasus, the mythical winged horse, on its front. Craf...
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15th Century and Earlier Classical Roman Antique Jewelry

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian 18 Carat Gold Coral, Pearl and Diamond Suite, Circa 1860-80
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English Coral, Pearl and Diamond Demi-Parure This exquisite set consists of a necklace, a pin/pendant, and earrings in their original presentation box from Watherston and So...
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19th Century English Antique Jewelry

Massive Victorian Coral Claw Stick Pin, 19th Century
Located in Riverdale, NY
Massive 19th Century Victorian Coral Claw Stickpin set in 14k gold. Beautifully detailed claw holding large natural salmon toned coral bead. Special because of its impressive size. ...
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1860s American High Victorian Antique Jewelry

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold

Antique Micromosaic Pendant Locket Brooch in 14K Gold, Grand Tour Era, 1850
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An exquisite example of 19th-century Italian artistry, this antique micromosaic pendant and brooch combination is masterfully handcrafted in 14 karat gold. It exemplifies the fine cr...
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Mid-19th Century Italian High Victorian Antique Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Antique English Victorian 15 Carat Gold Enamel Cameo Suite in Original Box
Located in New Orleans, LA
Magnificent quality Victorian parure in its original fitted box from Harry Emanuel wholesale diamond merchant. The set consists of a brooch, a pendant, and a pair of pierced earrings...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry

Massive 19th Century Georgian Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Massive and extraordinary early 19th Century Georgian earrings of low carat gold, likely of Italian origins. Elegant swirled cannetille work form openwork decorated pendants are suspended by etched marquise shaped gold links. Large and imposing scale. 3.75" x 2", 1800's Italy. Excellent condition. These earrings are referenced on page 37 in “Georgian Jewellery...
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Late 19th Century Italian Georgian Antique Jewelry

Materials

10k Gold, 9k Gold

Antique Head Ornament Étoile De Digne Star Shaped Fossils Silver
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This unusual and rare highly collectible hair ornament is made out of nine star shaped fossils, so called 'Étoiles de Digne'. These fossils are found, shaped as stars, in the rocks n...
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1860s Napoleon III Antique Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Victorian Gold Enamel Mourning Hair Locket Brooch Seed Pearls
Located in Wallkill, NY
Wonderful VICTORIAN 14K GOLD Mourning Pin Locket. This has a glass back that would have housed a lock of hair or a picture of your loved one that had passed...
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Jewelry

Materials

Onyx, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Antique Carved Labradorite Man in the Moon Rose Diamond Pendant, c. 1888
Located in Aspen, CO
Antique pendant of a detailed carving in labradorite of a man in the moon accented with 20 rose cut diamonds on both the crescent moon and star. On the verso is the original beveled ...
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1880s Victorian Antique Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Labradorite, 14k Gold

NEW Cert 6.77CT Unheated Natural Vivid Hot Pink Spinel Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in Warren, NJ
This stunning ring from LaFrancee is a true beauty, featuring a 6.77 CT natural hot pink spinel and diamond accents set in platinum. The ring is in brand new condition, never worn an...
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Late 18th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry

Materials

Spinel, Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Ballon Bleu
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Ballon Bleu de Cartier Watch - 36 mm Steel Case - Silvered Dial - Interchangeable Bracelet 36 mm steel case, 12.1 mm thick, fluted steel crown set...
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Late 19th Century Swiss Antique Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Steel

Antique Gold Floral Bangle Bracelet
Located in Firenze, IT
Designed as a delicate stylized floral motif accented by a green tourmaline, crystals, pearls and an amethyst enclosed in a white enamel border. Mounted in yellow gold. The bangle...
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1860s Italian Victorian Antique Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Crystal, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, Gold

Antique Diamond and Emerald Maltese Cross on a Pearl and Platinum Chain
By Glorious Antique Jewelry
Located in London, GB
An antique emerald and diamond maltese cross pendant in yellow gold and silver, designed as a Maltese cross, set with square step cut and pear cut emeralds, accented by rose cut diam...
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Late 19th Century Antique Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl

Antique Victorian Gold Diamond Approx 30.00 Carat Old Rose Cut Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Victorian era hand made Diamond Necklace is made of 7-9k gold. It contains old rose cut diamonds weighing approximately 30.00 CTTW. Beautiful Floral motif. Several missing...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Late Victorian Antique Jewelry

Materials

Diamond

16th Century Renaissance Limoges Enamel Gilt Bronze Ring c. 1550
Located in Chicago, IL
France, circa 1550 This one of a kind, museum rarity, Renaissance gilt bronze ring features a Limoges enameled copper plaque superbly pai...
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16th Century French Renaissance Antique Jewelry

Materials

Bronze, Copper, Enamel

Victorian French 18k/Sterling Silver Ruby and Diamond Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
An absolutely stunning ruby and diamond encrusted bracelet from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 18k gold and sterling silver, this bracelet is composed of 7 ellipse-shaped li...
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1880s Victorian Antique Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Ancient Coin Pendant Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Banbury, GB
This big ancient coin was issued by Amphipolis Mint dates in 336-323 B.C. in an excellent condition. The chain is made in 18k yellow gold. This gorgeous necklace is perfect for everyday wear and will always be a timeless and wearable work of art. _____________________________ Origin of antique Coin: Amphipolis Mint Date of issue: 336-323 B.C. Pendant diameter: 29.2mm Chain length: approx 63cm Weight: 39.48g Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Antique coin clasp mark: 750 _________________ The front side shows the head of Hercules, wearing a lion skin helmet. The other side shows the seated statue of Zeus...
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Antique Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French, 19th Century, 18 Karat Rose Gold Pansy Clasp Chain Bracelet
Located in Poitiers, FR
Bracelet in 18 karat and 14 karat rose gold, shell hallmark. Splendid antique feeling jewel, this bracelet is formed of 10 jaseron mesh chains retained by a broad clasp with ratchet,...
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Waltham Riverside. A Rare Gold Chronograph Hunter Pocket Watch C1884
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Waltham Riverside. A Rare Heavy Gold Keyless Lever Chronograph Hunter Pocket Watch C1884. Dial: The white enamel dial with Roman numerals outer minu...
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19th Century American Antique Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe 14 Karat Gold Pocket Watch, sold by W. Lennartz-Michels
Located in Berlin, DE
Patek Philippe Gold Pocket Watch, Arabic Enamel Dial Slight signs of wear due to age on the case. Hands possibly replaced. Diameter ...
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19th Century Antique Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Victorian French Ruby, Diamond, and Sapphire Horseshoe Pin
Located in Narberth, PA
An absolutely exquisite gemstone pin from the Victorian (ca1847-1919) era! Crafted in vibrant 18kt yellow gold, this fantastic piece consists of a relati...
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1880s French Victorian Antique Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Garnet and Diamond Flower Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Victorian garnet and diamond pendant, the inverted pear-shaped cabochon garnet surmounted by a floral and foliate spray and suspending a foliate drop, set throughout with old brill...
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1870s British Victorian Antique Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Gold, Silver

Vacheron Constantin 18K Gold Enamel Chatelaine Pocket Watch and Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
Antique Vacheron Constantin chatelaine pocket watch featuring 18K yellow gold construction with blue and white enamel overlay, seed pearl accents, and engraved ornamentation. Complet...
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1890s Victorian Antique Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian 25 Carat Siberian Emerald 1880s American Handmade Old Cut Diamonds GIA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Victorian 25 Carat Siberian Emerald 1880s American Handmade Old Cut Diamonds GIA Finger size 7 Weighting 20.7 gram Certification GIA , see pictures ...
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1880s American Victorian Antique Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique English Gold and Diamond Double Snake Ring, Hallmarked
Located in New York, NY
An antique Victorian period gold and diamond double snake ring in the form of two coiled serpents in a bypass design, the heads inset with old European cut diamonds, in 18k. Hallmar...
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1870s English Victorian Antique Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian Gem-Set Gold Holbeinesque Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Victorian gem-set Holbeinesque pendant, to the centre a cabochon emerald set between four octagonal-cut garnets surrounded by an oval yellow gold moun...
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19th Century British Holbeinesque Antique Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Garnet, Gold

Art Nouveau 18K Gold Sapphire Ring with Rose-Cut Diamond Shoulders
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
A delicate Art Nouveau ring crafted in 18K gold, centered with a vivid blue sapphire of approximately 1.0 carat. The stone is held in a low crown-style setting and is flanked on each...
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Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

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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