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Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Ring, Platinum and Gold, 14.51 Carats
Located in London, GB
A yellow diamond ring, set with a 14.51ct fancy intense yellow colour, VS1 clarity, cushion shaped, modified brilliant-cut diamond, measuring 13.45 x 13.01 x 9.00mm, accompanied by G...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Jewelry & Watches
Materials
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Vintage 11.50cts Diamond Pearl Dangle Platinum Drop long Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
This is a stunning pair of Day and Night South Sea Pearl & Diamonds Botanical Leafs Motif Dangle Drop Earrings weighing approximately 28.6 grams.
Exquisitely crafted in luxurious pl...
Category
1980s Contemporary Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Seven Row Link Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Diamond Seven Row Link Bracelet.
Composed of seven rows of fluted navette shaped and circular links, set with 140 round diamonds, 18k yellow gold.
Diamonds weighi...
Category
1970s Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Roman Malakov, Oval Cut Ruby and Diamond Necklace in 18k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
An important and very rare necklace showcasing vibrant and color-rich oval cut rubies, set in a beautiful drop design. An intricately-designed necklace accented with brilliant diamon...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Faye Kim 18k Gold Emerald Ring with Trapezoid Diamonds
By Faye Kim
Located in Westport, CT
Make a statement with this exquisite 3-stone Brazilian Emerald Ring. Flanked by trapezoid diamonds in 18k matte gold*, it's perfect as a right-hand statement ring or an engagement r...
Category
2010s Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Cartier Calibre Stainless Steel & Rose Gold Men's Watch W7100043 3578
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Calibre Stainless Steel & Rose Gold Men's 42mm Watch W7100043 3578 - Automatic winding; Chronograph . Stainless steel case with rose gold bezel; exposition back (42mm diamet...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Cartier Ruby 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Dachshund Hound Dog Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Brooch is designed whimsically as a stylized Dachshund hound dog
With oversized ears, a white gold collar, and an articulated cable chain leash
Eyes are round cut rubies weighing i...
Category
1950s Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Ruby, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hermes Galop Rose Gold Diamond Necklace
By Hermès
Located in Feasterville, PA
A magnificent Hermes necklace from the iconic Galop collection masterfully set with 5 of the finest Hermes round brilliant cut diamonds (.21ct) in 18k rose gold. The necklace measure...
Category
2010s Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1.87 Carat Total Diamond Yellow Gold Pear Shaped Waterfall Dangle Post Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These gorgeous pear-shaped waterfall earrings have an endless sparkle you'll love! Three graduating sizes of pear-shaped mountings have been pave set with brilliant round diamonds, t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Handcrafted Arielle Old European Cut Diamond Ring by Single Stone
By Single Stone
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1.68ct M/VS1 GIA certified old European cut diamond with 0.09ctw old European cut accent diamonds set in a handcrafted 18K yellow gold mounting.
Ring is currently a size 6 and can b...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Paul Morelli 18k Diamond Bangle Set
By Paul Morelli
Located in Dallas, TX
Paul Morelli bangle set in 18K yellow gold .The bangles have a ribbed finish and are accented with brilliant round cut diamonds. An expandable mechanism allows for the bangles to com...
Category
1980s Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Boucheron 18K Gold 0.5 Carat Diamond Flower Brooch
By Boucheron
Located in Goettingen, DE
Vintage Boucheron 18K Gold Diamond Flower Brooch
This representative diamond brooch is designed as a large blossom, the naturally crafted petals sculpted by hand from high-carat, fi...
Category
Late 20th Century Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Tiffany & Co. Hardstone Scarab Antique 18 Karat Gold Egyptian Revival Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Handwrought ring centering an oval hardstone cabochon
Deeply carved to depict a scarab motif while underside depicts hieroglyphics
Opaque bluish green with remnants of yellow and r...
Category
1890s Egyptian Revival Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Taurus Zodiac Charm Necklace, Lucky Stone is Diamond and Emerald 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Necklaces Strung With Handcrafted Medallions Illustrating Twelve Horoscope Signs.
The Customized Symbol With Brilliant-Cut Diamonds And An Auspicious Birthstone ...
Category
2010s Artisan Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum Detachable Drop Earrings with Rare Gem Rhodonites Emeralds and Diamonds
By Leon Mege
Located in New York, NY
The Arcata's design consists of radiating elements surrounding the centerpiece. The studs can be separated to be worn with, or, without the long pendants.
Made with collector-grade g...
Category
2010s Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Emerald, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Antique French Agate Cameo Brooch, Circa 1870's
Located in Firenze, IT
CAMEO on agate decorated with a young woman in profile turned to the right, richly chiseled hair, 750 / °° yellow gold setting decorated with Greek frame. XIXth century. 4.8 x 4 cm. ...
Category
1870s Napoleon III Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Style Diamond and Emerald Drop Earring in 18K White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Sweet and Sassy this Art Deco Style Diamond and Emerald Earring is super elegant and charming and is set in 18K White Gold.
Closure: Push Post
18KT: 5.253gms
Diamond: 2.28cts
Emera...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
19.09 Carat African Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
A majestic 19.09 Carat African Emerald and Diamond Ring. With white diamonds weighing 2.54 carats. This marvelous piece is set in Platinum material. The bottom shank measures 0.31". ...
Category
Late 20th Century Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Paraiba Tourmaline Earrings 6.25 Carats GIA Certified
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Ultra rare pair of GIA certified greenish blue Paraiba Tourmaline pear shapes, weighing a total of 6.25 carats, are set in these magnificent 1.53 carat diamond platinum earrings.
Par...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum
Handmade White Gold Mint Tourmaline and Baguette Diamond Geometric Ring
Located in Brisbane, QLD
Handmade 18ct White Gold Octagonal Cut 6.73ct Mint Green Tourmaline flanked by F/G Baguette diamonds. TDW 1.06ct.
Category
2010s Art Deco Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Tourmaline, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
41.47 Carats Emerald and Diamond Bracelet in 18KT White Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Exceptional emerald and diamond bracelet in 18KT white and yellow gold custom designed around an outstanding collection of 60 oval shaped gem quality emeralds of Columbian origin for...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Egyptian Revival Micro Mosaic 18 Karat Gold Pharaoh Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
East to West brooch centers a navette form flanked by circular forms
Depicting an ornate micro mosaic image of a Pharaoh and intricate concentric patterning
With a subtle twisted r...
Category
1890s Egyptian Revival Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Polished Two-Tone 14 Karat Yellow and Rose Gold Chevron Style Link Bracelet
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Modern and sleek two-toned 14 karat yellow and rose gold curved chevron style link bracelet.
Bracelet Style: Link
Metal: 14 Karat Rose and Yellow Gold
Weight: 41.5 grams
Length: 7.5...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Vivid Diamonds GIA Certified 5.13 Carat Oval Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Exquisite Vivid Diamonds Engagement ring finely crafted in platinum showcasing a spectacular GIA certified oval cut diamond weighing 5.13 carats, G color, VS2 clarity, adorned with t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
18.62 Carat Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Dazzling diamond dangle earrings crafted in platinum, featuring 14 mixed round and marquise cut diamonds weighing 18.62 carats total, H-K color, VS2-I1 clarity. Round diamonds ascend...
Category
1970s Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Tank Louis Cartier Large Model W1529756 with Box and Paper
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
Dandelion Antiques Code AT-0791
Brand Cartier
Model No. W1529756
Retail Price £9,000 / $1...
Category
2010s Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vivid Diamonds 5.03 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Spectacular Vivid Diamonds Engagement ring crafted in platinum, showcasing a sensational GIA Certified Emerald Cut Diamond weighing 5.03 carats, J color, VVS2 clarity, and two baguet...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Mid Century 7 Carat Diamond Platinum Drop Earrings
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Pair of beautiful Mid Century platinum drop earrings, set with a total of approx. 7 carats in diamonds. Two bottom pear shaped diamonds are approx. 1.39ct and 1.51ct, H-I color and S...
Category
Mid-20th Century Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Certified Imperial & Apple Green Jadeite Jade Diamond Pendant, Sika Deer Pattern
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Please check out the HD video! This is a collector's item! This certified natural jadeite jade has no treatment and un-enhanced. The pendant is set in 18k white gold and diamonds wit...
Category
2010s Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Michael Kanners Paraiba Tourmaline Tanzanite Gold Cufflinks
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
Custom made and cut to match stones, combined with meticulous craftsmanship- this is the true meaning of one of a kind, and these cufflinks are just that. The center stones are a Br...
Category
2010s Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Tourmaline, Paraiba, Blue Sapphire, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold
IGI Certified 22 Carat NEON Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Rome, IT
A stunning 22 carat Paraiba tourmaline displays its brilliant aqua color in this amazing ring. Paraiba tourmalines are among the most valuable gemstones in the world, and this stone ...
Category
2010s Modern Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold
Audemars Piguet White Gold Blue Opal Dial Cocktail Dress Watch
Located in London, GB
A women's 20mm cocktail dress watch in white gold by Audemars Piguet, featuring a blue opal dial concealed by sapphire glass. The white gold bracelet is equipped with a jewellery sty...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
South Sea Pearl and Diamond Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful diamond and pearl stud earrings crafted in platinum, showcasing two 15.5 mm South Sea pearls surrounded by 32 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately 5 carats t...
Category
1980s Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
4 Carat Black Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
A beautiful purple bleu black opal is the center stone in this classically inspired cocktail ring. The center stone is a 4-carat natural black opal with a gorgeous matrix of purple ...
Category
Early 2000s Modern Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Victorian Day-to-Night Old-Mine-Cut Diamond Grape Cluster Pendant Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of antique, day-to-night, old-mine-cut diamond earrings with cluster-form tops suspending removable, articulated pendants designed as naturalistically rendered grape leaves an...
Category
1860s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Retro 18K Gold Collar Necklace, circa 1960
Located in Goettingen, DE
Retro 18K Gold Choker Necklace, circa 1960
Decorative choker necklace in the Etruscan style. The heavy, flat-fitting collar made of high-quality gold consists of individual links in...
Category
Mid-20th Century Etruscan Revival Jewelry & Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Day-Date Rose Gold 1803
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A vintage 36mm Day-Date by Rolex in rose gold which is somewhat rare. Features a silver dial and fluted bezel which is an iconic Day-Date feature. The generic brown leather strap com...
Category
20th Century Jewelry & Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Scarselli 6 Carat Fancy Vivid Yellow Emerald Cut Diamond Ring in Platinum
By SCARSELLI
Located in New York, NY
From SCARSELLI, this beautiful statement ring features a 6-carat Fancy Vivid Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond of VS2 clarity flanked by a couple of E color VS clarity trapezoid cut white d...
Category
2010s Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified Gem Quality Mandarin Garnet Diamond Platinum Earrings
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
Orange is for the brave, the bold, the confident risk taker. Studies correlate this magical color with feelings of increased confidence, happiness and understanding. Buddhist monks...
Category
2010s Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Mandarin Garnet, Platinum
Ancient Greek 3rd Century BC Alexander the Great Coin Diamonds 22K Gold Pendant
Located in Soquel, CA
A high-grade authentic ancient tetradrachm coin from Thrace (a historical region which now encompasses parts of Greece, Bulgaria and Turkey) with a depiction of Alexander the Great ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Classical Greek Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 22k Gold
Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 13.00 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the vault at Emilio Jewelry New York,
set in the center a rare fancy intense yellow diamond certified by Gia. This is a very desirable shape because it is an elongated cushion w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Yellow Diamond
Tiffany & Co. Atlas Collection Gold Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
The Atlas Collection has become a Tiffany & Co. classic. Your new everyday earrings. Approximately 1 inch in length.
Category
Late 20th Century Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Bespoke Platinum Ring with GIA 3.01 Carat J/VS2 Antique Cushion Diamond
By Leon Mege
Located in New York, NY
Cosmo™ engagement ring featuring the GIA-certified 3.01 carat J/VS2 True Antique™ cushion diamond.
The center stone is accentuated with bright-cut pave set delicately in the basket a...
Category
2010s Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Oscar Heyman 7.50 Carats Pave Diamond 18 Karat Gold Bombe Band Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Domed bombè style band is pavè set to front with round brilliant cut diamonds
Graduating in size while weighing in total approximately 7.50 carats - G to I color with VS clarity
St...
Category
1970s Contemporary Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold 3.63 Carat Pink Sapphire Teardrop Ring
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Yellow Gold 3.63 Carat Pink Sapphire Teardrop Ring, Tiffany designer, Thomas Kurilla using his sculpture skills to create a teardrop setting in 18k yellow gold. Keeping it ...
Category
2010s Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Steven Battelle 21.0 Carats Tanzanites Diamonds 22K Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Soquel, CA
A central 8 mm round rose-cut Tanzanite is surrounded by eight sparkling 1.8mm VS1 diamonds with outstretched 9 x 11 mm oval Tanzanites extending out into a cross. Granulated "jawan...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Tanzanite, 22k Gold
22 Carat Natural Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
An impressive oval cut Ceylon sapphire weighing 22.07 carats is the centerpiece of this finely handcrafted platinum diamond ring. The sky-blue sapphire which is eye-clean is accompan...
Category
2010s Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Bulgari Chandra Porcelain 18k Gold Bracelet
By Bvlgari
Located in New York, NY
Fine porcelain and 18K yellow gold bracelet, from the "Chandra" collection by Bulgari. These bracelets are getting rarer to find every year. This bracelet features four white porce...
Category
Late 20th Century Jewelry & Watches
Materials
18k Gold
GIA Certified 2.01 Carat D Color VVS1 Clarity Platinum Martini Studs
By FERRUCCI
Located in Lake Peekskill, NY
GIA Certified 2.01 Carat total, Round Diamonds D color, VVS1 clarity, Triple Excellent Specs, Martini Studs made in Platinum in New York by Italian designer, Low setting style, pret...
Category
2010s Art Deco Jewelry & Watches
Materials
White Diamond, Platinum
David Webb Red Enamel Diamond Gold Platinum Shoelace Cuff Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Amazing 18k gold platinum enamel cuff bracelet crafted by David Webb. Features 3.30ctw of H/VS diamonds. Comes with David Webb pouch. Retail $58000. Bracelet will fit up to 7" wrist ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Tiffany & Company 1920s Platinum Diamond and Onyx Ladies Bracelet Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Tiffany & Company Ladies Platinum Diamond and Onyx Bracelet Watch, the watch itself measures 22 X 14 M.M. and is a 2 piece Platinum case with hinged back and hand engrave...
Category
1920s Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Platinum
Faye Kim 18k Gold Old European Cut Cushion Diamond Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Westport, CT
Old European Cut Cushion Diamond Ring with an open bezel in 18k gold* with a matte finish.
Can be beautifully stacked; mix and match for a custom look.
*In Faye Kim's signature 18k ...
Category
2010s Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Panther Panthere Diamond Tsavorite Lacquer Yellow Gold Link Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Panther Diamond Tsavorite Lacquer Bracelet by Cartier.
With 31 round brilliant cut diamonds, VS1 clarity, F color. Total Diamond Weight: .50CT.
One tsavorite and Bl...
Category
2010s Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Tsavorite, Yellow Gold
Australian Opal Diamond Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Barnsley, GB
This Oceanic 14KT Yellow Gold & Diamond Australian Opal Ring with diamonds at each side and shows a brilliant blue and green sea colored which flashes that dance and play through...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Buccellati Foglia Cardo Gold Leaf Earrings
Located in Bethesda, MD
From famed Italian jewelry house Buccellati, an iconic pair of Foglia Cardo 18 karat Gold Leaf Earrings
♦ Designer: Gianmaria Buccellati
♦ Metal: 18 karat
♦ Circa 1990s
♦15/16 of a...
Category
1990s Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18k Gold Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's Emerald cut diamond ring is handcrafted in 18k gold*. Set horizontally with a thin band, the stone is beautifully highlighted in a matte finished bezel for a clean, contem...
Category
2010s Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique GIA 1.53 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Antique GIA 1.53 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond White Gold Cluster Ring. Featuring GIA certified 1.53 carat, H color, SI2 clarity (#6217960998). Surrounded by 8 Old Mine Cuts, approximat...
Category
1920s Victorian Vintage Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Bvlgari Ruby Amethyst Gold Ring
By Bvlgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage Bvlgari Ruby Amethyst Gold Ring. Featuring cabochon cut ruby approximately 5.80 carat, two cabochon cut amethysts approximately 0.70 carat total. Signed Bvlgari with Italian ...
Category
1990s Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Amethyst, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Diamond Rings, Luxury Watches and Other Antique and Vintage Fine Jewelry and Estate Jewelry
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 houses — Tiffany & 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. Antique, new and vintage engagement rings, even if it can be difficult to choose the right one, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. [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, chunky retro bracelets or minimalist earrings created by the likes of contemporary designers WHITE/SPACE and Agmes, 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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