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Jewelry For Sale
Period: 20th Century
Period: 19th Century
Period: 18th Century and Earlier
Antique Serpent Diamond Emerald Ruby Gold and Silver Ring
Located in Lisboa, PT
This Antique Serpent Diamond Emerald Ruby Gold and Silver Ring is a striking example of mid-20th-century symbolic jewelry, created circa 1960s. The serpent motif, long associated wit...
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1960s Vintage Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, Silver

Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Wavy Swirl Leaf Turquoise Navy Peacock Bird Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Unisex Wavy Swirl Leaf Turquoise Navy Blue Enamel Peacock Bird Style Elegant Modernist Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition. Light scratches or colour ...
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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage gold tone faux pearl heart cherub pin brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with faux pearl • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 50 ❤️❤️ VINTAG...
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1980s Vintage Jewelry

Vintage Kieselstein-Cord Black Lizard Belt with Sterling Silver Buckle w Keeper
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
By known American designer, artist and photographer Barry Kieselstein-Cord, this high quality belt with distinctive Kieselstein features is crafted in sterling including its silver b...
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1980s American Vintage Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Iconic Verdura Emerald and Diamond Cuff Bangle
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Verdura Emerald and Diamond Cuff Bangle A Verdura black jade cuff bracelet, centered with a antique starburst motif set with an emerald framed with antique diamonds Signed a...
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20th Century Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Black Jade, 18k Gold

Cartier Red Enamel Gold Modernist Cigar Band Ring
Located in Greenwich, CT
Cigar bands, a loop of paper or foil wrapped around the body of a cigar, was used to advertise a brand or variety of tobacco. Gustave Bock, a European immigrant to Cuba, is credited ...
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Late 20th Century French Modernist Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Vintage 2.94tcw Diamond and 14k White Gold Ballerina Cocktail Ring 1970s
Located in Towson, MD
One glamorous 1970s ballerina design ring crafted in 14 karat white gold, showcasing a striking pear-shaped diamond of approximately 1.10 carats at its center. The brilliance of the ...
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1970s Retro Vintage Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Watch Rope Bracelet Manual Wind
Located in Fairfield, CT
Vintage Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Watch Rope Bracelet Manual Wind This exquisite watch by Cartier features a round face, made from 18k yellow gold. The dial, in a matching gold hue, i...
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1960s Vintage Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Gold Stamped, 1920’s Onyx Diamond Marquise Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Onyx & Diamond Ring 18ct Yellow & White Gold Stamped This stunning 1920s ring is a true masterpiece of fine jewellery craftsmanship. Made of 18ct yellow gold, it features a...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Cartier Round 0.25ct Diamond Ellipse 18k Yellow Gold Solitaire Band Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Round Brilliant Cut Natural Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Solitaire Band Ring Stunning yellow gold ring set with a fine 0.25ct (hallmarked) natural round diamond. E/F colo...
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1990s French Jewelry

Materials

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

Important Coco Chanel Haute Couture Sautoir
Located in New York, NY
Extraordinary, early Coco Chanel Haute Couture Sautoir by Robert Goossens, Paris circa 1960. Handmade pate de verre beads in emerald and ruby are ...
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1960s French Byzantine Vintage Jewelry

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Gold Plate, Gilt Metal

Tiffany Company Vintage Yellow Gold Wave Bangle Bracelet
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Tiffany & Company 18k Yellow Gold Wavy Bangle Bracelet, 3/16 inch wide, 3 M.M Thick and weighing 15.4 Grams.
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1970s American Vintage Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Diamond Puffy Heart Pendant 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Orlando, FL
Estate 18k Yellow Gold Heart Pendant with Diamonds – 0.82ctw This elegant heart-shaped pendant is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and set with nine round brilliant cut diamonds tot...
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Late 20th Century Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Diamond Engagement Ring Wedding Band Set Mined .35ct 1930 s 14K
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Art Deco Antique from 1930's Diamond Engagement Ring Wedding Band Set .35ct 14K Yellow Gold Featuring a Genuine .08ct Natural Mined Transitional Cut Diamond Center...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Joseff Hoffmann Gold Cigarette Case, Wiener Werkstatte
Located in Riverdale, NY
Rare and special Joseff Hoffmann Gold Cigarette Case for the Wiener Werkstatte, circa 1920's. Constructed of 14k gold in typically reeded pattern with ...
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1920s Austrian Jugendstil Vintage Jewelry

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold

Early Victorian Pair of Natural Saltwater Pearl and Rose Cut Diamond Earrings
Located in OVIEDO, AS
An early Victorian pair of natural pearl and rose-cut diamond earrings, each earring on the finial and suspending a natural pearl drop, dark cream color, the two pearls measures re...
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

1954 Nordic Ring 7ct Blue Chalcedony solid 18K Gold Ø 6.5US /5 gr
Located in SE
Vintage wide band Ring with beautifully natural Blue Chalcedony natural stone 13 mm x 10 mm x 6.6 mm / ca. 7 ct, of fancy cabochon cut. The color is light Blue, with numerous tiny in...
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1950s Swedish Retro Vintage Jewelry

Materials

Chalcedony, 18k Gold

Cartier White Enamel Gold Modernist Cigar Band Ring
Located in Greenwich, CT
Cigar bands, a loop of paper or foil wrapped around the body of a cigar, was used to advertise a brand or variety of tobacco. Gustave Bock, a European immigrant to Cuba, is credited ...
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1970s French Contemporary Vintage Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Art Deco GIA 2.26 carat old European cut diamond platinum engagement ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Art Deco engagement ring embodies the refined geometry and radiant elegance of the 1930s, centered around a luminous 2.26-carat Old European cut diamond whose larger facets crea...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Large Camellia Crystals Layer Rose Flower Earrings
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Large Camellia Crystals Layer Rose Flower Elegant Chunky Statement Clip Earrings, Gold Plated Very excellent condition. Not any colour loss or stone los...
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1970s German Art Nouveau Vintage Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Berber Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture 1980s Berber inspired gilt, hammered pendant necklace. Haute Couture Unsigned, Made by hand by Maison Goossens with poured glass multi colored caboch...
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1980s French Vintage Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate, Bronze, Gilt Metal

Bochic Curated Antique Roman Ring From Afghanistan 18k Solid Gold Old Agate
Located in New York, NY
Bochic Curated Antique Roman Seal Ring From Afghanistan 18k Solid Gold & Old Agate This is the kind of ring you see in a Museum Roman Solid Gold Ring ...
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15th Century and Earlier Afghan Classical Roman Antique Jewelry

Materials

Agate, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Alliance Ring Sapphire natural Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø 6.25US / 2.3 gr
Located in SE
Antique Alliance Ring featuring solid 18K Yellow Gold frame holding Blue Sapphires and Diamonds set in Platinum or White gold clusters. Swedish, early XX century. Hallmarked with fr...
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1920s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Antique c.1920s Art Deco Three-Stone Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Diamonds have long been cherished as symbols of love, innocence, and enduring strength. As the birthstone of April, they are especially meaningful gifts to celebrate life’s milestone...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold

Tiffany Co. 18 Karat Gold Puffed Heart Cupid Arrow Bead Chain Necklace 1994
Located in Baltimore, MD
Tiffany Co. 18 Karat Gold Puffed Heart Cupid Arrow Bead Chain Necklace 1994 Metal: 18k yellow gold Weight: 22.16 grams Heart: 18 x 20.5mm Chain: 17 inches Signed: ©1994 Tiffany...
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1990s Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Tiffany Co. Sterling Silver Money Clip # 22593
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Money Clip - This genuine Tiffany & Co. solid sterling silver money clip with classic rectangular bend design. Size: 2 1/4" x 1 3/4" Weight: 19.40 gr...
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20th Century Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage 14K White Gold 0.37 Ctw. Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage gold and natural diamong ring. In 14 karat white gold. With a central high set prong-set 0.31± Ct round brilliant cut diamond (Color: G, Clarity: SI), flanked by 4 ...
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20th Century Retro Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Vintage Cartier Trinity Oval Gold Plated Lighter With Original Box
Located in Portland, England
A fine vintage Must de Cartier Paris lighter, featuring the sought-after bark-textured gold-plated finish, accented with Cartier’s iconic ‘Trinit...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Chanel Vintage Gold Quilted Medallion CC Link Bracelet
Located in Bellevue, WA
Vintage Chanel medallion coin bracelet (circa 1980s) crafted in yellow gold tone. Details: Hallmark: Oval tag CHANEL, Made in France Gold Plated The bracelet is in good condition sh...
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Early 20th Century Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Vintage Classic Platinum GIA 2.56ct Old Round Cut Baguette Diamond Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Circular Round Cut - Gorgeous Facet Pattern - Prong Set- K Color - VS1 Clarity - 2.16ct (exact - certified) ** See Certificat...
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20th Century Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Chaumet Paris 6.20cttw Diamond Inlay Onyx Necklace and Earring Set
Located in Derby, NY
Chaumet Paris craftsmanship meets 1980s glamour in this striking diamond and onyx set. The necklace features 6.20 carats of diamonds inlaid into polished onyx, creating bold geometri...
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1980s Modern Vintage Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Aquamarine, Diamond and Platinum Cluster Brooch, Circa 1930
Located in London, GB
A vintage aquamarine and diamond cluster brooch, with an emerald-cut, pale aquamarine, in a claw setting, surrounded by old-cut diamonds, in millegrain edged rub over settings, with ...
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1930s British Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Art deco Amethyst Five-Stone with Diamond Points Modelled in 18 Carat Gold
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Not only does this ring hold five bright and sparkling amethyst but it also holds diamond points in between. All stone are set in 18 carat gold and have an ornate gallery. Even the ...
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1910s British Vintage Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage gold tone green glass designer 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 48 ❤...
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1980s Vintage Jewelry

Vintage 1950 s Rhinestone Bracelet 1950 s Pearl and black rhinestone bracelet
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This spectacular 1950's bracelet, on a gold toned metal base, is a sparkling piece to add to your jewellery collection. The central brushed gold metal trailing leaf design, is set ...
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1950s Retro Vintage Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Mixed Metal

Antique Signed Krementz Art Nouveau 14K Gold, Enamel, Pearl Brooch or Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique gold, enamel, and pearl brooch. In 14 karat yellow gold. By Krementz & Co. With an openwork gold body and a central seed pearl surrounded by enameled leaf devices....
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20th Century American Art Nouveau Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel

Vintage Platinum GIA 3.36ct Ceylon No Heat Cornflower Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Oval Brilliant Step Cut - Prong Set - Cornflower Blue Color - Clean - Ceylon -No Heat - 2.76ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below...
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20th Century Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage Halo Earrings natural 1 ctw Emeralds 0.5 ctw Diamonds solid 18K / 3.3 gr
Located in SE
A pair of fine 1950s- 1960s vintage European Emerald and Diamonds stud Earrings in solid 18K Yellow Gold Both florets and stoppers hallmarked 18K. Each floret measures 10 mm x 8 mm...
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1960s European Retro Vintage Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Brooch, Burma No Heat
Located in Hummelstown, PA
At the center of this exquisite Edwardian / Art Deco adornment is an open stylized floral design with vivid blue sapphire petals punctuated by shimmering old mine-cut diamonds, float...
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1910s Unknown Vintage Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Antique Platinum, 1920s Art Deco Pink Tourmaline Diamond Oval Cluster Halo Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Pink Tourmaline Ring Platinum Tested Circa 1920s This stunning platinum ring features a centre oval pink tourmaline stone, evoking the elegance of the 1920s art deco era....
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum

Pavé Crystal Octopus Brooch with Faux Pearl Accents
Located in Milford, DE
Pavé Crystal Octopus Brooch with Faux Pearl Accents, Silver-Tone Sculptural Statement Pin About the Item A spectacular and whimsical marine-inspired ...
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Mid-20th Century American Artisan Jewelry

Materials

Crystal

TRIFARI signed vintage gold tone swirl enamel designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed TRIFARI • gold tone with enamel • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 56 ❤️❤...
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20th Century Jewelry

Old Mine Diamond Tourmaline Cross 18 Karat Gold Enamel Cross Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a magnificent antique Cross Pendant Necklace set with a Cross with a sparkling Old Mine Cut Diamond and Red Enamel hanging from an ornate 18 Karat Gold Chain with a gorgeous ...
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage Art Deco Amethyst Ring Turquoise Enamel Cocktail 14k Gold Filigree 5.75
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage Art Deco era amethyst & enamel cocktail ring (circa 1930s) crafted in 14 karat white gold. Cabochon cut amethyst measures 16.5mm x 12.5mm. Black and turquoise blue enamel fr...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Bochic “Capri” Vintage Blue Sapphire Multi Sapphire Ring Set In 18K Gold Sil
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Blue Sapphire & Multi Sapphire Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Blue Sapphire 9.00 carats Natural Multi Fancy Sapphires 5.00 carats This Ring is fr...
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Late 20th Century Thai Baroque Jewelry

Materials

Green Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, 1...

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby, Jade Multi Sapphire Dragon Bangle Set In 18K Gol
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby, Jade & Multi Sapphire Dragon Bangle Set In 18K Gold & Silver Multi color sapphires from Sri Lanka 1 Carat Colors: Pink, Orange, Blue, Rose, Yellow, ...
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Late 20th Century Thai Classical Greek Jewelry

Materials

Jade, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gre...

Antique Pendant 16ct Aquamarine 1 ctw Diamonds solid 14K Gold Silver / 8.8 gr
Located in SE
Old pendant with a large natural claw set Aquamarine surrounded with Diamonds halo. Likely German hand- made, ca. 19th cent. Silver clusters on solid 14K Green Gold. Measures : 31 m...
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1850s European Early Victorian Antique Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Art Nouveau Sapphire and Pearl Target Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire and Pearl Target Ring 15ct Gold Tested Circa 1920s Introducing a stunning 15ct yellow gold Art Nouveau ring with a target-style setting. The centre features a mes...
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Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Enamel Sweet Pea Brooch of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Delicate and romantic, this antique brooch (circa 1910) features a trio of sweet pea blossoms, each rendered in vibrant white, pink, and purple enamel atop a finely crafted 14k gold ...
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1910s Art Nouveau Vintage Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, Enamel

Vintage Diamond Neckligée Necklace 19.2K Yellow Gold Portuguese 20th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
Vintage Diamond Neckligée Necklace in 19.2K Yellow Gold, Portuguese, 20th Century. A luminous expression of 20th-century Portuguese elegance, this vintage negligée necklace is a stu...
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Late 20th Century Portuguese Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Diamond Ruby 14k Rose and Yellow Gold Tank Design Ring 1940s
Located in Towson, MD
This bold 1940s Retro era ring is crafted in 14 karat white and rose gold and designed in the striking “tank” style so characteristic of the period. At its center, the ring is set wi...
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1940s Unknown Retro Vintage Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Bvlgari Sri Lankan Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Gold, circa 1980s–1990s
Located in Roma, RM
This impressive vintage ring by Bvlgari dates to the late 1980s–1990s, a period during which the Roman Maison embraced bold architectural forms combined with exceptional gemstone qua...
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Late 20th Century Italian Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

1970 s OMEGA DE VILLE Vintage Mens Full Size SS Steel Watch - Mint with Warranty
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Jewelry

Materials

Steel

Cartier Love Pendant Necklace, 2 diamond
Located in New York, NY
The LOVE collection began with the iconic bracelet created in New York in 1969. An expression of Cartier's design vision, this oval bracelet can be identified by its radical, innova...
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1960s Vintage Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Vintage Circa 1990s 14k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Decorated Band Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6 grams. Totally is diamond 0.60 ct. The diamond is has F color and vvs1 clarity. Totally is sapphire 1.30 ct. Ring size is US 6.5 We can make...
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1990s Artisan Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Antique 15ct Gold, Victorian Seed Pearl Bird Heart Brooch, Circa 1900
Located in Brighton, GB
Victorian Pearl Heart Bird Brooch 15ct Gold Stamped Circa 1900 15ct yellow gold brooch featuring a central heart set with a single pearl, suspended from a twisted gold loop. The ...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

Mid-Century signed Marianne Ostier Platinum, Cultured Pearl Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Introduce a touch of mid-century modern luxury to your jewelry collection with this exquisite pair of Marianne Ostier Platinum, Cultured Pearl, and Diamond Earrings. Crafted in the U...
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1950s American Vintage Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum

Mid-Century 18K Gold 24.5 Ct Japanese Red Orange Coral Cabochon Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage gold & coral ring. In 18 karat yellow gold. With a central bezel-set coral cabochon in a figural braided rope setting. Marked K18 to the tapered shank (likely post...
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20th Century Modern Jewelry

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold

Sterling Silver Black Spinel Beaded Tassel Necklace and Earring Set
Located in Milford, DE
This striking black spinel jewelry set features a multi-strand necklace and matching tassel earrings, handcrafted with shimmering faceted beads and sterling silver findings. The nec...
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Late 20th Century American Artisan Jewelry

Materials

Spinel, Black Spinel, Sterling Silver

Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Fine Curb Link 19 1/4 Inch Chain, Bolt Ring Clasp
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Fine Curb Chain 15ct Yellow Gold Tested Circa 1880 This stunning Victorian-era curb link chain is crafted from 15ct yellow gold, which has been thoroughly tested to ensure...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 15k 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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