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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
14k Yellow Gold Hand Carved Art Deco Mother of Pearl Ring size 6.75
Located in Eagan, MN
This is a unique diamond ring. It has a hand carved Art Deco Mother of Pearl stone that was fitted perfectly to this 14k Yellow Gold Band. It's just a very cool design. One-of-a-...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulgari Doppio Baccellato Peridot & Amethyst Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Bulgari Doppio Baccellato iconic ring, made of 18 yellow gold and set with natural oval shaped Peridot & Amethyst. Circa 1980’ Size 7, resizable, total weight 11.8 grams Stamped, wi...
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Late 20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Amethyst, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulgari Doppio Baccellato Blue Topaz & Iolite Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Bulgari Doppio Baccellato iconic ring, made of 18 yellow gold and set with natural oval shaped blue Topaz & Iolite. Circa 1980’ Size 6.5, resizable on request, total weight 12 grams ...
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Late 20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Iolite, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany and Co 14K Yellow Gold Shrimp Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These exquisite earrings showcase a classic domed oval silhouette, accentuated by a distinctive melon ribbed motif reminiscent of the iconic "Shrimp" design. Crafted in lustrous 14K ...
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20th Century American Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

ANGELA CUMMINGS 1985 Studio Swirl Sculptural Bracelet In .925 Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
Twisted swirl cuff-bracelet designed by Angela Cummings. This is a beautiful swirled cuff-bracelet created by Angela Cummings at her own silversmith studio in New York City, back in...
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1980s American Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

CARTIER Paris 1930 Art Deco Charms Bracelet Platinum & 3.06 Ctw In Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco seven-charms bracelet designed by Cartier. This is a gorgeous art deco seven-charms bracelet, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of Cartier, back in the 1930-1...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond, Platinum

TIFFANY & CO. 1973 By Don Berg Geometric Sculptural Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Geometric ring designed by Don Berg for Tiffany & Co. This is a fabulous sculptural cocktail ring, created by Don Berg for the Tiffany & Co., back in the 1973. This geometric ring i...
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1970s American Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

1950's Tiffany & Company Fluted ‘Shrimp’ 14 Karat Yellow Gold Earclip Earrings
Located in Boca Raton, FL
These elegant 14K yellow gold vintage Tiffany & Company Fluted ‘Shrimp’ Ribbed Earrings showcase the brand's signature craftsmanship and timeless design. Measuring 1.10 x 0.50 inches...
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Two tone Oyster Semi Bubbleback Super patina Dial reference 6286
Located in MADRID, ES
This is a collector piece from the 1950s. A Rolex Oyster Semi Bubbleback Super patina Dial, case in gold and steel and leather bracelet, reference 6286.
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1950s Swiss Contemporary Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, Steel

CARTIER Paris 1970 Andre Vassort Ring In 18Kt Gold With 3.36 Ctw Diamonds & Onyx
Located in Miami, FL
A ring designed by Cartier. This is a gorgeous ring created in Paris France by the jewelry house of Cartier, back in the 1970. The ring is rare and was carefully crafted at the jewe...
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Cartier Ballon Bleu 36mm 18K Yellow Gold Steel Silver Dial Box Papers W6920047
Located in New York, NY
Pristine condition Cartier Ballon Bleu 36mm model W6920047. Two Tone 18K Yellow Gold and Steel Bracelet, with Silver Dial with Black Roman Numerals, Blue sword hands and date window ...
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2010s Swiss Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

22K Gold Marie-Hélène de Taillac Milky Aquamarine Cabochon Ring
Located in Venice, CA
We were lucky enough to come across one of the most desirable rings made by Marie-Hélène de Taillac, and it happens to be one of our favorites in her design. We love a swivel ring, a...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Aquamarine, 22k Gold

MARCHAK Paris 1935 Art Deco Bracelets Duo 18Kt Gold Diamonds Rubies & Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of bracelets designed by Marchak Paris. These are a fabulous pair of art-deco geometric bracelets created in Paris France by the jewelry house of Marchak, back in 1935. The gor...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, P...

DOOR KNOCKERS 1970 Dangle Earrings In Textured Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
American dangle drops door-knockers earrings. This pair of classic door-knocker earrings was created in America during the modernist period, back in the 1970. The dangle drops earri...
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1970s American Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels diamond yellow sapphire 18k gold butterfly earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
These dazzling Van Cleef & Arpels butterfly earrings flutter with elegance, featuring bright white diamonds and sunny yellow sapphires set in 18k yellow and white gold. Expertly craf...
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20th Century Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Bulgari 'Monete' Ancient Coin and Gold Necklace
Located in Tel Aviv - Jaffa, IL
Gold Necklace whith coin Brand: Bulgari Collection: Monete Material: 18K yellow gold Necklace type: Flat curb links Pendant: Set with an authentic ancient coin The coin is p...
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1960s Italian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

TIFFANY & CO. 1960 Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Gold With 1.89 Ctw Emerald And Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Bombe cocktail ring designed by Tiffany & Co. This is a fantastic bombe cocktail ring created in New York City by the jewelry house of Tiffany & Co., back in the 1960. The ring has ...
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1960s American Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

ANGELA CUMMINGS 1985 Studio Ribbons Clips-On Earrings In .925 Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
Twisted ribbons clips earrings designed by Angela Cummings. This is a beautiful pair of clips-on created by Angela Cummings at her own silversmith studio in New York City, back in t...
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1980s American Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Multi-stone Cluster Squash Blossom Necklace by Lorraine Waatsa
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The 2-1/2” x 2” Naja with 45 multi-color stones is on a 18” necklace with 8 squash blossoms. Each squash blossom has 11 multi-color stones. Consisting of spiny oyster, mother of pear...
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Late 20th Century American Native American Jewelry & Watches

Cartier Paris gold plated tank watch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in the 1980s, this vintage Cartier Paris Tank watch blends classic styling with refined detail. It features a gold plated silver case measuring 28mm x 20mm, housing a quartz ...
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1980s Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, Silver

Frascarolo Diamond Enamel 18k Yellow Gold Twin Zebra Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking modern bracelet by Italian designer Frascarolo, featuring an intricate zebra motif. The bracelet is crafted in 18k yellow gold and adorned with black and white enamel, cre...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Estate 18k Diamond Key Pendant Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A wonderful diamond key pendant necklace! Crafted in 18k white gold, this piece features a large key pendant. The entire front surface of the key is encrusted with small bead-set ful...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Alhambra Carnelian Bracelet
Located in Vaughan, CA
An 18k yellow gold, carnelian bracelet from the Vintage Alhambra collection by Van Cleef & Arpels. The bracelet consists of 5 iconic clover motifs set with carnelian inlays. Measuri...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Estate 1970s Cartier 1/2 OZ Gold Ingot Bar Pendant 18K Gold - VHK#968
Located in Hicksville, NY
Estate 1970s Cartier 1/2 OZ Gold Ingot Bar Pendant 18K Gold - VHK#968 Item Details: Year: 1970s Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 15.4 grams Maker: CART...
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1970s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angel Skin Coral Lapis Lazuli Ring 14k Yellow Gold Cocktail Estate
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Bold, elegant, and beautifully unique, this vintage estate cocktail ring showcases a captivating blend of color and sparkle. At its heart is a soft, blush-toned oval angel skin coral...
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Late 20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

MODERNIST Italian Massive Links Bracelet In Polished 14Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Modernist Italian links bracelet. This is a simple and elegant bracelet crafted in Italy in very thick gauge yellow gold of 14 karats with high polished finish. The bracelet is comp...
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1980s Italian Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Edwardian French 18k & Platinum Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A truly gorgeous ring from the Edwardian (ca1910s) era! Crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum, this ring features a central no heat 2.35ct emerald cut sapphire. The sapphire is hel...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Cartier Paris Georges L'Enfant Gemini Zodiac Gold Oval Pendant
Located in Greenwich, CT
Make it a double. This rare Cartier Paris Georges L'Enfant Gemini zodiac modernist oval pendant features its celestial double symbol of two people (twins) on the front and the Roman ...
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold

Vintage Rose Cut 7.80 Carats Diamond Gold Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Inspired by Georgian-era elegance, these vintage teardrop dangle earrings are timeless. Each earring features a stunning 14x10mm pear-shaped rose cut diamond, approximately 3.50 cara...
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1980s American Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond

Cartier Estate Juste Un Clou Diamond Nail 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Vaughan, CA
The Cartier Estate Juste Un Clou Diamond Nail Bracelet is crafted from 18k yellow gold for a luxurious finish. This bracelet is embellished with a diamond, giving it a classic yet mo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Panthère de Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Chain Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
Skip to the end of the images gallery Skip to the beginning of the images gallery Panthère de Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Chain Bracelet 124241101 Cartier Panthère Bracelet in 18K Yellow...
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1990s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

BVLGARI Diamonds Stainless Steel Serpenti Tubogas Watch Ref.101816 SP35S Quartz
Located in Tokyo, JP
■Item No.25020129 ■Brand: BVLGARI ■Product Name: Serpenti Tubogas Watch ■Model/Reference Number: 101816 / SP35S ■Material: Diamond, Stainless Steel ■Wrist Size: S size Approx. 135mm ...
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2010s Italian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel

DAVID WEBB 1976 Enameled Bracelet In Solid 18kt Yellow Gold With Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Enameled bracelet designed by David Webb (1925-1975). This is a beautiful colorful bracelet, created in New York City at the jewelry atelier of David Webb, back in the 1970's. The b...
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1970s American Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Cartier Love Bracelet 18K Rose Gold Size 16 Classic Model
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Love Bracelet in 18K rose gold is a timeless piece that blends luxury with industrial motifs. Now a true icon in the world of jewelry, it was originally imagined by Aldo ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Buccellati Macri 18K Gold Diamond Wide Bangle Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
This Buccellati Macri bangle bracelet is handcrafted in 18K yellow gold, the piece showcases Buccellati's signature "rigato" engraving; delicate linear etchings that create a silky, ...
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

ART DECO 1920 European Dog Brooch 18Kt Gold Silver 5.24 Ctw Diamonds & Rubies
Located in Miami, FL
An art-deco European dog brooch with diamonds. This is a beautiful antique brooch created in Europe during the art deco period, back in the 1915-1920. The fabulous brooch has been d...
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1920s English Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, 18k Gold

Patek Philippe Nautilus 7010/1R-010 'Ladies' Rose Gold Brown Dial Diamond Bezel
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers this Patek Philippe Nautilus 7010/1R-010 is a luxurious ladies' timepiece that embodies the perfect blend of sporty elegance and refined sophistication. Craf...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Philippine Diamond Gold Modernist Ring
Located in Greenwich, CT
Once in a blue moon. With electric blue lapis lazuli gemstone sides and center set diamonds, this Van Cleef & Arpels 'Philippine' 18 karat yellow gold modernist ring is a once in a ...
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Vintage 1960s Carved Lapis Lazuli 18K Yellow Gold Large Choker Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Striking and sculptural, this Chic vintage choker necklace is a bold fusion of natural beauty and fine craftsmanship. Featuring deeply carved grooved lapis lazuli segments, the neckl...
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1960s American Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold

Buccellati Vintage Pearl Diamond 18K Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Buccellati Pearl & Diamond Dangle Drop Earrings in 18K Gold. Elegant and timeless, these vintage Buccellati earrings are a masterful blend of two-tone 18K yellow and white go...
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1980s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Ridge Textured Dome Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Ridge Textured Dome Ring This stunning vintage 18k Gold Ridge Ring is in excellent condition and is ready to ship! Ring Style: Dome Ring Design: Ridge Textu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany & Co. 18K Gold Crossover Citrine Cabochon Ring
Located in Venice, CA
This stunning vintage Tiffany & Co. ring, which has a crossover element that centers around an oval citrine cabochon, creates what looks like an eye. The citrine is globelike, with a...
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20th Century American Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Art Deco 1930s 80.00 Carat Aquamarine Cocktail Ring with Sapphires
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14k white gold with a center Emerald cut Aquamarine weighing a total of approximately 80.00 carats. The ring features Cabochon and Square cut Sapphires weighing a t...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

TIFFANY CO. 1980 Elsa Peretti Small Beans Studs Earrings In 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Small beans stud earrings designed by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. This is a pair of small-beans stud earrings, created by Elsa Peretti for the jewelry house of Tiffany & Co., bac...
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1980s American Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

BULGARI Tubogas Serpenti Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the mythical snake that sheds its skin, Bulgari’s Serpenti icon symbolizes metamorphosis since 1948. The Serpenti 18 kt rose gold necklace features flexible Tubogas spira...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Agrafe Diamonds 1.48cts 18K Pink Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Tokyo, JP
■Item No: 22001210 ■Brand: Cartier ■Name: Agrafe Necklace ■Ref.: N7424320 ■Material: 73P diamonds (1.48cts), 750 K18 PG pink gold ■Weight: 18.5g (Approx) ■Neck around: 40cm / 15.74in...
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2010s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. 18K Gold Ribbed Band Ring Circa 2002
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning 18K yellow gold ribbed band ring, created and designed by Tiffany & Co. With a 12mm width, this beautiful band features a distinct ribbed texture that adds dimension and sty...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1970s Tiffany & Co. Gold Open Links Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold. Signed by Tiffany & Co. Made in Germany Circa 1970s Size 8 1/4 inches
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1970s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage 1970s Tiffany & Co. Angela Cummings Wavy Checkerboard Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with inlayed Mother of Pearl, Onyx, and Jasper. Signed by Angela Cummings for Tiffany & Co. Cira 1970s Size 6 1/2 inches
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1970s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, Jasper, 18k Gold

Vintage 18k Diamond Collar Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A fabulous collar necklace from the Vintage (ca1960s) era! Crafted in 18k yellow gold, this snake style collar necklace features a central heart cut diamond, which has a carat weight...
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1960s Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Rhapsody diamond bracelet
Located in Addlestone, GB
CARTIER: 'RHAPSODY' DIAMOND BRACELET The front set with two rows of brilliant-cut diamonds, approx. 0.25ct total Bicoloured gold, white, yellow and rose flexible links with safety cl...
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1970s French Contemporary Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Certified 4.97ct Fancy Light Yellow Old Cushion Cut Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A beautiful antique 4.97ct old cushion cut diamond three stone ring set in 18k yellow gold and platinum. The ring is centrally set with a stunning antique old cushion cut diamond wh...
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1890s Unknown Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Art Deco 18.20ct Diamond Bracelet, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This Art Deco diamond bracelet exudes the luxurious feel of the era with its bold geometric design and luxurious sparkle. The intricate composition features interlocking links fully ...
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1920s British Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

PASQUALE BRUNI Garden Flowers Hoop Earrings In 18Kt Gold With 5.40 Ctw Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Petit garden Il Giardino earrings designed by Pasquale Bruni. This is a fabulous contemporary convertible hoops earring, created in Italy by the jewelry designer Pasquale Bruni. The...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Tiffany & Co. 18k Gold Chain and Bean Pendant Necklace. 750 Yellow Gold Tiffany
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Lovely Find. PRE-OWNED 18kt Yellow Gold pendant with 18kt Yellow Gold Chain. The piece is designed by Elsa Peretti and made by Tiffany & Co. 18k 750 Bean Pendant. Chain is marked 7...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

BVLGARI・BVLGARI BB302T Tubogas 18K YG WG PG Watch 17cm Quartz
Located in Tokyo, JP
■ Item Number: 24471221 ■ Brand: BVLGARI ■ Product Name: BVLGARI・BVLGARI Tubogas Watch ■ Reference Number: BB302T ■ Material: 750 K18 YG WG PG Yellow Gold White Gold Pink Gold ■ Circ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Chaumet Paris Retro Ruby and Diamond Wide Bracelet with Brooch Clip in 18K Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Dazzling Chaumet Paris retro bracelet of jarretière (belt and buckle) design featuring rubies and diamonds set in 18 karat yellow gold. The bracelet incorporates iconic ‘briquettes’ ...
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Mid-20th Century French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. 18k Gold Double Tear 1977 Cable Pendant Necklace
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Lovely Find. PRE-OWNED 18kt Yellow Gold pendant The piece is designed by Elsa Peretti and made by Tiffany & Co. 18k 750 Double Drooping Drop 1977 Pendant. 4.7grams total 18mm by ...
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1980s Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow 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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