All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Designer Signed : Pre 1980 item #940598
A colorful pair of 14K yellow gold earrings by popular New York jewelry designer Sonia Bitton, whose collections have been sold at Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue. The earrings feature round cut amethysts, citrines, peridots, blue zircons, pink tourmalines and garnets, each set in a movable bezel. When being worn, the bezels move freely on their framework, allowing the gems to shimmer. The back are signed “Sonia B” and are marked “14K”.

Origin: America, ca. 2000...

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Pre 1980 item #1314110
A classic 14K yellow gold and diamond tennis bracelet featuring 48 round diamonds separated by s-shaped gold bars. The diamonds are graded as J color, SI2 to I1 clarity. The clasp is marked "14K".

Origin: America, ca. 1980. Condition: excellent. Dimensions: 7" long. Weight: 7.5 gr. Approximate Total Diamond Weight: 1.0 ct.

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Pre 1980 item #893034 (stock #GAL-133)
A striking pair of 14k yellow gold, mabe pearl and diamond pierced earrings, centered with approximately 16mm mabe pearl surrounded by rubies and diamonds arranged in an alternating pattern.. The rubies have a medium tone and are slightly pinkish red. Attached to the back of each earring is a pierced post and omega clip back. The earrings measure approximately 1" in diameter, have an illegible stamp and weigh 14 grams. Excellent condition.
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Costume : Designer : Pre 1980 item #947255 (stock #KJL33N)
Large and glamorous, the color combination of rich purple and deep blue cabochons accentuated by tiny pearls makes for a stunning necklace. The unusual shape of the bib provides a prominent and dramatic display when worn. The bottom of the bib is 12" across, 3 1/2" high. The necklace is approximately 16" end to end. The oval name plate is stamped KJL.
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Designer Signed : Pre 1980 item #1298417
An 18K yellow gold buckle ring enhanced with enamel in Gucci's trademark Kelly green. The simplicity of the design is classic Gucci. The interior of the shank is signed "Gucci 18" Italy".

Origin: Italy, ca. 1970. Dimensions: shank, 3/16" wide. Finger Size: 6-1/2. Weight: 3.4 grams.

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Designer Signed : Pre 1980 item #1158119
A classic 18K yellow gold link bracelet in the "Atlas" pattern by Tiffany & Co. The design is based on the Roman numerals from the clock over the doorway of Tiffany's NY flagship store. The clasp is signed by Tiffany and is dated 2003. This bracelet is currently available only in white gold and is priced at $3,700.

Origin: Italy, 2003. Condition: excellent, all original. Size: 5/16" wide; 7-1/8 long. Weight: 28.7 gr.

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Cufflinks and Accessories : Silver : Pre 1980 item #1243630
A very attractive pair of silver cufflinks inlaid with various hardstones by noted Navajo artist Jim Harrison. The curved faces are inlaid with turquoise, coral, lapis, sugilite, onyx and malachite in a contemporary interpretation of timeless Navajo designs. Harrison is considered a pioneer of contemporary Native America inlaid jewelry and his work is held in several museum collections. Each cufflink is signed "Jim Harrison" and is marked "Sterling".

Origin: America (New Mexico), ca. 1990...

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Pre 1980 item #1161280 (stock #CL20310)
Vintage 14K yellow gold chain with faceted amethyst beads, 5 larger beads (approximately 3/16 inch in diameter), 53 smaller beads (approximately 2/16 inch in diameter), 58 beads total. Total length is 25 inches, including clasp (see photos) Beautiful color. Not sure how old this is, beads look to be hand carved. Great condition.
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Designer Signed : Pre 1980 item #1381057
A colorful pair of 18K gold and gemstone earrings from the “Rainbow Collection” by H Stern. Made in the 1980’s, the collection was intended to show off the variety of colored gemstones available from Stern’s Brazilian mines and also the artistry of the company’s designers in the subtly graduated colors that reproduce the colors of the rainbow spectrum. The selection includes amethyst, blue topaz, green tourmaline, peridot and citrine...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Designer Signed : Pre 1980 item #1362604
A beautiful and rare 950 silver bracelet with cabochon stones of amethyst,green beryl, pink tourmaline, and citrine by Brazilian jeweler Haroldo Burle Marx who was the brother of Roberto Burle Marx, also a jeweler and notable landscape architect. This bracelet was designed for and sold at The Altomar Collection, which was a small boutique in the Watergate Hotel in Washington D.C. from 1982 until 1999. It measures 5 3/4" around in the inside plus an additional 1 1/4" opening...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Costume : Designer : Pre 1980 item #1250252
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Chic statement vintage 1970s Givenchy necklace in antiqued silvertone metal with large dimensional sliding pendant with a hammered finish, on a matching chain with foldover clasp. Clasp is marked four times front and back with the back to back Givenchy double G logo. Pendant is 3 inches long and chain is 30 inches long. Excellent condition. Slight openings along the seams along the top of pendant are part of the manufacturing and not damage. Display form is life size...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Pre 1980 item #1065102 (stock #vj201135)
18K yellow gold and diamond engagement and wedding band set or set of 3 stack rings. The middle ring is set with one roundcut 10 point center diamond (approx 3.5mm in diameter) and 8 roundcut side diamonds (approx 5 points each, approx 2mm in diameter each). The 2 outside rings are each set with 2 roundcut 10 point diamonds (approx 3.5 mm in diameter) and 7 roundcut side diamonds (approx 5 points each, approx 2mm in diameter each). Diamonds are estimated to be SI, I in color...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Designer Signed : Pre 1980 item #1139232
A rare pair of 18K yellow gold “Sputnik” earrings by H. Stern. This classic design features a golden dome studded with various colored gemstones including green tourmaline, pink tourmaline, aquamarine, amethyst, citrine and garnet. Each piece of Sputnik jewelry has a unique appearance depending on the combination of gemstones used and how they are arranged relative to one another. This pair of earrings has brightly-colored stones in a very pleasing arrangement...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Costume : Unsigned : Pre 1980 item #1166372
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Stunning vintage Egyptian revival collar necklace in goldtone metal with rows of red and green enameled tiny panels alternating with rows of prong set opaque turquoise milk glass faceted stones. Circa 1970, from the same estate as the purple glass torsade I am listing. Slide clasp. Statement jewels are hotter than ever and this piece is perfectly on trend. 1 7/8 inches wide. Wearable length is 14 1/4 inches. Excellent condition. Display form is life size...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Pre 1980 item #705311 (stock #mla30722)
Great condition authentic Cartier rolling ring made of 3 interlocking rings: yellow, rose and white 18K gold. Weight is 9.1 g, says le must de Cartier on the outside of the rose gold ring, stamped on the inside in this order: 750 56 O 9142 Z Size is 56 (french), 7.0 - 7.5 (US)
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Cufflinks and Accessories : Gold : Pre 1980 item #1213917
A handsome pair of double-sided 18K yellow gold cufflinks, the round faces featuring an ornate pattern of woven gold “threads”. The faces are joined by chains. Each cufflink is fully hallmarked with French 18K gold marks and with an unidentified maker’s mark.

Origin: France, ca. 1980. Condition: excellent. Size: 17/32” diameter. Weight: 9.0 grams.

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Pre 1980 item #1031569
A beautiful 18K yellow gold bracelet featuring alternating flexible links set with cabochon blue sapphires and round brilliant cut diamonds...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Costume : Designer : Pre 1980 item #1255315
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Fabulous very big vintage 1960s or 1970s signed Vendome Chinoiserie style necklace with a pendant in the form of a fish with a Lucite piece simulating carved jade, mounted on a goldtone backing, on a heavy long matching goldtone chain. Marked VENDOME. The cutouts on the back of the pendant conform to the Lucite piece. Hook clasp. Great size -- wearable length is 38 inches and the pendant is 4 3/4 inches. Excellent condition. Display form is life size. Photos enlarged to show detail.
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Designer Signed : Pre 1980 item #953924
A beautiful and very heavy 18K yellow gold bracelet set with blue sapphires by Tiffany & Co. Each link is designed as a pair of ropetwist arches joined by a prong-set round sapphire. The links are hinged, so the bracelet is flexible and comfortable to wear. The sapphires are medium dark blue with moderately strong saturation, and show no indications of heat treatment. This classic design would look good with a business suit, a cocktail dress or jeans. The box clasp is marked “18” and ...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Cufflinks and Accessories : Gold : Pre 1980 item #1332314
A handsome pair of 14K yellow gold cufflinks in a classic diamond-shaped design completed with black onyx. The toggle backs are stamed "14K".

Origin: America, ca. 1980. Condition: excellent. Dimensions: 1" x 11/16". Weight; 10.0 gr.

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Pre 1980 item #714021 (stock #mla30729)
Large snake brooch made by Italian designer Piranesi. 18K black gold setting covered with aquamarine, green tourmaline, two approx 5 pt diamonds for eyes. A dazzling overall effect, for the green lover definitely! LAYAWAY AVAILABLE!
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Costume : Bakelite : Pre 1980 item #946443
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Animal prints are a top trend and this fabulous piece makes a super statement. Vintage, circa 1970. This feels like Lucite with a lacquered overlay finish forming the zebra pattern on the outside and also on the inside. 1 1/8 inches wide, 1/4 inch thick, and 2 5/8 inches inside diameter. Excellent condition. Photos enlarged to show detail. Display form is life size.
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Pre 1980 item #1158133
A lovely pair of 18K yellow gold set with cultured pearls by Mikimoto. Each earring features a pair of 7.3mm pearls with very fine luster, blemish-free surfaces and cream body color with rose overtones. The pearls are simply nested in a swirl of gold. The backs are marked with Mikimoto’s hallmark and “750” for 18K.

Origin: Japan, ca. 1980. Condition: excellent. Size: 5/8” x 9/16”. Weight: 6.1 gr.

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Costume : Designer : Pre 1980 item #1288587
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Huge statement circa 1970 Renaissance revival necklace in repousse goldtone metal with festooned chains and matching tassels, with a large resin malachite green center stone. Marked NAPIER on the back of the foldover clasp. Great size -- center drops 8 1/2 inches and wearable length is 18 inches. Excellent condition. Display form is life size. Photos enlarged to show detail.
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Pre 1980 item #480360 (stock #mla161)
14K yellow gold (stamped 14K with hallmark on inside of ring) garnet cluster ring with a total of 6 bright red round-cut rubies surrounding one similar size and shape garnet. Top of ring has a diameter of approximately 6 mm. Size 5. Can be resized easily by a competent jeweler. Weight: 2.7 grams
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Pre 1980 item #836890 (stock #0896)
This beautiful ring is just under a size 6 (perhaps 5.75). It has a lovely foliate design topped off 3 flowers with prong set, very colorful opals inside. The band is marked 10K and MCO with a maker's mark with which I am unfamiliar. It has good heft and is in excellent condition.
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Pre 1980 item #1366426
A 14K white gold figural pin in the form of a bird perched on a branch by Samuel Benham. The bird is pavé-set with 41 round single cut diamonds and 18 round brilliant sapphires. The gemstones have attractive sparkle enhanced by the textured surface of the gold setting. The back is stamped "14K" and with Benham's mark.

Origin: America, ca. 1980. Condition: excellent. Dimensions: 1-7/16" x 1-3/8". Weight: 7.0 grams. Approximate Total Gemstone Weight: diamond, .57 carat; sapphire, .29 cara...

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Designer Signed : Pre 1980 item #940602
A classic gold “Open Heart” pendant in the large size by Tiffany & Co. Created by Elsa Peretti, this design has become one of Tiffany’s most popular and identifiable designs. This pendant is currently available in three sizes, this version (27mm) being the largest. The pendant is suspended from its original Tiffany chain. The back of the pendant is signed “Elsa Peretti” and both the pendant and chain are fully hallmarked by Tiffany & Co. This piece is currently available at Tiffa...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Pre 1980 item #1293296
An attractive 14K yellow gold ring with a double row of channel-set calibre-cut blue sapphires arranged in a swag design. The ribbed gold surfaces further add to the ring's sense of movement. The sapphires are well-matched and have good, saturated color. The interior of the shank is marked "14K."

Origin: America. Dimensions: 7/16" wide at crown, tapering to 3/32" at the back of the shank. Finger Size: 5. Weight: 3.5 grams. Approximate Total Gemstone Weight: .75 ct.

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Costume : Unsigned : Pre 1980 item #1277849
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Stunning statement vintage 1970s French necklace with five strands of poured glass beads in translucent jewel tones, marbled topaz, and opaque carnelian, with repousse flower decorated dark goldtone metal beads, chains, and openwork terminals with a French screw barrel clasp. Very weighty and substantial. Wearable length on inside strand is 30 inches and the center drops about 4 inches. Excellent condition. Display form is life size. Photos enlarged to show detail.
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Pre 1980 item #480297 (stock #mla159)
Stunning 14K yellow gold earrings set with an oval cabochon sapphire 5/16" wide by 1/4" tall, each sapphire surrounded by 16 one-point diamonds. These earrings are for pierced ears and are amazingly comfortable considering their size and weight! (I can't carry earrings that are at all heavy so if I can carry them, odds are you can too!) Note how the position of the post in the back of the earring-- it's positioned roughly in the middle of the earring instead of at the top-- places the top pa...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Costume : Designer : Pre 1980 item #825727
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Beautiful statement size vintage signed YSL articulated bracelet in heavy goldtone metal enameled in opaque black and translucent red. Marked YSL. Circa 1975. The metal elements are attached with very fine metal springs which allow it to stretch and flex slightly. With a slide clasp. A stunning piece and super wearable for day or night. Perfectly of the moment; statement jewelry is the "it" accessory of the season. Wearable length is 8 1/4 inches. Just under 2 inches wide. Exce...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Pre 1980 item #706810 (stock #mla30726)
Matched set of three stackable rings, all in 18K yellow gold, all stamped 750, size 6 3/4 (sizeable by a competent jeweler). All three rings have a diagonal etched pattern, going all the way around on the two plain gold rings and about 2/3 around the gold and ruby ring. The middle ring is set with a square cut ruby (approximately 3mm x 3mm) and the same diagonal etched pattern around approximately 2/3 of the ring (sizeable in the back). Each ring has a width of 3mm, worn together, th...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Costume : Unsigned : Pre 1980 item #1076015
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Luscious heavy coral glass beaded hand knotted 62 inch long necklace, circa 1970. From the estate of a New York socialite; I had several necklaces like this and this is the last one. Spring ring brass clasp. Large 12 mm diameter beads hand knotted with matching coral thread. Color is warmer and pinker than in photos. 62 inches long and the beads are 1/2 inch wide. Excellent condition. No losses to beads. There is one open air bubble in one bead; pictured but not noticeable when worn.
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Pre 1980 item #1371859
A vintage 18K yellow gold figa (also "mano fico") charm or pendant. The figa is considered a weapon against the "evil eye" and a protector of creative forces, including the womb. The form itself is derived from ancient representations of female genitalia. The wrist has a traditional flowered cuff.
  • 3.3 grams
  • 1 3/8" long (excluding jump ring)
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Pre 1980 item #103877 (stock #z121)
This is a very fine emerald and diamond 14k yellow gold ring, centering one rectangular-shape emerald, measuring approximately 8.67 x 6.66 x 3.70mm, weighing 1.70cts. approx, accented by six baguette cut diamonds, weighing a total of 0.52ct approx. Excellent condition.