A softly cushioned Timex dial keeps its bold gold-tone numerals legible beneath decades of gentle wear, framed by fluted, pointed lugs typical of mid-century styling. The twisted expansion band adds visual texture without overwhelming the small case, making this an easy everyday piece from a dependable name.

Materials: Gold-filled top (1/20 10K GF), stainless steel back, two-tone twisted band

Details:
Era: 1950s
Markings: "Timex" on dial, case back stamped "Mark VII, S Steel Back, Base Metal, 1/20 10K GF Top, Made in USA"
Style / design notes: Cushion-shaped case with fluted pointed lugs, two-tone twisted band
Function: Ladies wind-up wristwatch, untested
Color: Gold-tone case, gold-tone band
Condition: Good vintage condition, please see photos
Measurement: Expansion band fits 6"-8"

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A textured sunburst dial gives this small oval watch quiet sparkle, signed Haste De Luxe with Buren Swiss movement underneath. Buren is a respected Swiss maker, adding real substance to this piece beyond its decorative crosshatch expansion band. A well-made cocktail watch with genuine vintage character.

Materials: Gold-filled case (1/20 10K GF), crosshatch-pattern expansion band

Details:
Era: 1950s
Markings: "Haste De Luxe, Buren Swiss" on dial, band stamped "1/20 10K GF USA, Duchess"
Style / design notes: Oval case with sunburst-textured dial, two-tone crosshatch expansion band
Function: Ladies wind-up wristwatch, untested
Color: Gold-tone case, gold-tone textured dial
Condition: Good vintage condition, please see photos; light surface wear. Untested, maybe need repairs to be in working condition.
Measurement: Fits a 6"-6.5" wrist

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A neat square case holds Gruen's signed Precision dial, its gold-tone Arabic numerals softened by years of gentle wear. Twisted rope-link lugs connect to a two-tone expansion band, giving the whole piece a bit of sculptural detail beyond the usual plain case. Gruen's Precision line was known for reliable movements, making this a solid daily-wear choice.

Materials: Gold-filled case, stainless steel back, two-tone expansion band

Details:

1940's-50's

Markings: "Gruen" on dial, case back stamped "1/20 10K GF Top, Stainless Back USA, Kreisler"
Style / design notes: Square case with twisted rope-link lugs
Function: Ladies wind-up wristwatch, untested
Color: Gold-tone case, two-tone silver and gold-tone band
Condition: Good vintage condition, please see photos; light overall wear and tone loss. Untested, could need repairs to be in working condition
Measurement: Expansion band, 6-8"

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A hexagonal case framed by marcasite-set floral scrollwork on each shoulder, giving this small Clinton watch genuine Art Deco polish. The silver-tone dial reads clean beneath its crystal, and the textured mesh bracelet tapers to a decorative marcasite clasp. A 21-jewel movement adds a note of quality to a well-dressed vintage piece.

Materials: 10K rolled gold plate bezel, stainless steel back and case, mesh bracelet with marcasite accents

Details:
Era: 1930s–1940s
Markings: "Clinton 21" on dial, case back stamped "Base Metal Bezel, St. Steel Back and Top, 1/20 10K GF, Kreisler USA, Stainless Steel"
Style / design notes: Hexagonal case with marcasite floral scroll shoulders, mesh bracelet
Function: Ladies wind-up wristwatch, untested
Color: Silver-tone throughout, cream dial
Condition: Good vintage condition, please see photos; safety chain is broken
Measurement: 7.5" bracelet

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A rectangular Elgin dial with softly curved corners, its gold-tone Arabic numerals still crisp beneath light wear. The case is finished with elongated, pointed lugs on each side, a distinctive touch that gives this small watch real Art Deco character, paired with its original rectangular link bracelet.

Materials: Gold-filled case, base metal back, rolled gold plate bezel

Details:
Era: 1940s
Markings: "Elgin" on dial, case back stamped "1/20 10K GF USA, Base Metal Back, 10K RGP Bezel"
Style / design notes: Rectangular case with elongated pointed lugs
Function: Ladies wind-up wristwatch, untested
Color: Gold-tone case, cream dial
Condition: Good vintage condition, please see photos, Working wind-up condition
Measurement:expansion band 6"-7.5"

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A softly aged rose-gold dial pairs with delicate scrolled lugs in an art nouveau flourish, giving this small cushion-shaped case real period charm. Signed Imperial with a sub-second dial, it's paired with its original rectangular link bracelet in matching rose-gold tone.

Materials: Rose gold-filled case and bracelet

Details:
Era: 1940s
Markings: "Imperial" on dial, bracelet stamped "1/20 12K GF Lenox USA"
Style / design notes: Cushion-shaped case with scrolled art nouveau lugs, sub-second dial
Function: Ladies wind-up wristwatch, untested- could need batteries or more to be in working condition
Color: Rose-gold tone throughout, aged rose dial
Condition: Good vintage condition, please see photos

5-6" expansion

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A Swiss-made round case watch from a respected maker, its aged dial still bearing the Girard-Perregaux signature beneath decades of soft patina. The stainless steel case has a sculptural, sloped lug design typical of 1950s cocktail watches, and the reverse carries a tender inscription from its original giving. A piece with real collector interest behind its worn surface.

Materials: Stainless steel case, stainless steel expansion band

Details:
Era: 1950s
Markings: "Girard Perregaux" on dial, case back engraved "Maria From Daddy 6-15-55," band stamped Speidel Made in the U.S.A. Stainless
Style / design notes: Round case with sculpted, sloped lugs
Function: Ladies wind-up wristwatch, untested
Color: Stainless steel case, aged cream dial
Condition: Good vintage condition, please see photos. UNTESTED, could need a battery replace and/or repairs to be in working condition.
Measurement: Expansion band, one size fits most

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A soft, flexible woven mesh band pairs with a small oval case textured to catch the light like hammered gold. Timex's dependable name backs a piece built for everyday practicality as much as looks, with the original dial and hands intact beneath light wear.

Materials: Base metal bezel, stainless steel back, gold-tone mesh bracelet

Details:
Era: 1960's-70s
Markings: "Timex" on dial, case back stamped "Base Metal Bezel, S. Steel Back"
Style / design notes: Oval textured case, woven mesh bracelet
Function: Ladies wind-up wristwatch, untested
Color: Gold-tone case and band, cream dial
Condition: Wind up watch in working condition, please see images for wear and surface condition
Measurement: 6.5" bracelet

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A substantial herringbone chain in a wide, flat profile that moves like liquid gold at the neckline. Unsigned but well-made, this necklace has real presence at 24 inches, layering easily or wearing solo as a clean, bold statement piece.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal

Details:
Style / design notes: Wide flat herringbone chain, lobster clasp
Function: Necklace
Color: Gold-tone
Condition: Excellent vintage condition, please see photos
Measurement: 24" chain

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A woven herringbone chain with a rich, twisted texture that catches light along its full length. Stamped Korea at the clasp, this is a substantial, flexible chain with real presence at 28 inches, long enough to wear doubled or as a single statement layer.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal

Details:
Markings: "Korea" stamped near clasp
Style / design notes: Woven herringbone chain, spring-ring clasp
Function: Necklace
Color: Gold-tone
Condition: Excellent vintage condition, please see photos
Measurement: 28" chain

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A classic curb link chain with a flat, brick-like profile that lies smooth against the neckline. Unadorned and versatile, it's the kind of chain built to carry a pendant or wear alone as a quiet daily layer, closing securely with a spring-ring clasp.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal

Details:

1970's-80's
Style / design notes: Flat curb link chain, spring-ring clasp
Function: Necklace
Color: Gold-tone
Condition: Excellent vintage condition, please see photos
Measurement: 18" chain

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A wide, architectural bracelet built from twisted diagonal bars set between two beaded rail edges, giving it a woven, ladder-like structure with real dimension. The design has the kind of quality construction found on better-grade mid-century costume pieces, closing securely with a fold-over box clasp. A substantial statement piece that still sits comfortably on the wrist.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal

Details:
Era: 1970's-80's
Style / design notes: Woven ladder-link design with twisted diagonal bars and beaded rail edges, fold-over box clasp
Function: Bracelet
Color: Gold-tone
Condition: Excellent vintage condition, please see photos
Measurement: 8" chain

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A flat, woven herringbone chain moves like ribbon at the wrist, punctuated by three sculpted "X" kiss motifs spaced evenly along its length. The design nods to the classic kiss-and-hug motif popularized by fine jewelry houses, rendered here in a wearable gold-tone finish. Clean, tapered end caps and a secure lobster clasp round out the piece.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal

Details:
Style / design notes: Flat herringbone chain with three raised "X" kiss accents, tapered end caps
Function: Bracelet
Color: Gold-tone
Condition: Excellent vintage condition, please see photos
Measurement: 8" chain

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A simple, fluid snake chain that moves like liquid metal at the wrist. Clean and unadorned, this is a quiet everyday piece meant to be layered or worn alone without competing for attention. The lobster clasp closes securely against a small oval tag.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal

Details:
Markings: "S.H" stamped on clasp tag
Style / design notes: Round snake chain
Function: Bracelet
Color: Gold-tone
Condition: Excellent vintage condition, please see photos
Measurement: 8" chain

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A substantial, high-shine bracelet built from interlocking mariner-style links twisted into a continuous rope effect. Milor's Italian bronze construction gives it real weight on the wrist without tipping into costume-jewelry territory, and the polished finish holds up well over time. Signed on the clasp tag, it wears equally well stacked or alone.

Materials: Bronze, gold-tone finish

Details:
Markings: "Bronze Milor Italy" stamped on clasp tag
Style / design notes: Twisted mariner-link chain, lobster clasp
Function: Bracelet
Color: Gold-tone
Condition: Excellent vintage condition, please see photos
Measurement: 8" chain

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A delicate chain catches light from every angle, its faceted bar segments cut to throw off small flashes against a fine box-link backbone. Lightweight and unfussy, this is the kind of bracelet meant to be stacked and forgotten about, worn daily without a second thought. The lobster clasp closes securely for easy on-and-off wear.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal

Details:
Style / design notes: Diamond-cut faceted bar segments alternating with fine box-link chain
Function: Bracelet
Color: Gold-tone
Condition: Excellent vintage condition, please see photos
Measurement: 8" chain

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A substantial double curb link chain with a high polish that catches the light at every turn. Signed Monet on the clasp bar, this necklace has real presence and weight without feeling overdone, styled for layering or wearing alone against a plain neckline. Its scale gives it a modern, sculptural quality despite its vintage roots.

Materials: Gold-tone metal

Details:
Era: 1980s
Markings: "Monet" stamped on clasp bar
Style / design notes: Chunky double curb link chain, hook clasp with extender
Function: Necklace
Color: Gold-tone
Condition: Great vintage condition, please see photos
Measurement: 20" chain

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A slender bar brooch finished in vivid cobalt enamel over a hand-engraved wave pattern, its color still saturated and glassy after decades. The gold-tone frame is simple, letting the enamel work carry the piece, and the pin closure keeps it secure at a collar or lapel. A small, well-made accent piece with genuine early craftsmanship.

Materials: Guilloche enamel over gold-tone metal

Details:
Era: 1930s–1940s
Style / design notes: Bar pin with engraved wave-and-dot guilloche pattern beneath translucent blue enamel, pin closure
Function: Brooch/bar pin
Color: Cobalt blue enamel, gold-tone frame
Condition: Good vintage condition, please see photos
Measurement: 0.7" x 0.25"

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A pair of hand-set heart-shaped mosaics, each ringed in cobalt blue and pale scallops framing a tiny floral bouquet in coral and pink. The gold-tone rope border catches the light around the edge of each tessera, and the screw backs keep them secure without piercings. A romantic, well-preserved little pair with genuine handwork at their center.

Materials: Glass micromosaic tesserae set in a gold-tone metal frame

Details:
Era: 1950s–1960s
Markings: "Made in Italy" stamped on the back
Style / design notes: Heart-shaped micromosaic with floral center, roped gold-tone border, screw backs
Stone or material notes: Hand-set glass micromosaic tesserae
Function: Earrings, non-pierced (screw back)
Color: Cobalt blue and pale blue border, coral and pink floral center
Condition: A bit of wear on the metal, please see images
Measurement: 0.5" x 0.5" face

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A softly shaped cushion case with fluted, fan-form lugs and a signed Wittnauer dial, its painted numerals still legible beneath decades of gentle patina. Wittnauer's reputation for precision movements makes this a piece with substance beyond its size, paired here with a Speidel expansion band for easy everyday wear.

Materials: Gold-filled case, Speidel expansion band

Details:
Era: 1940s
Markings: "Wittnauer" on dial, band stamped Speidel
Style / design notes: Cushion-shaped case with fluted fan-form lugs
Function: Ladies wind-up wristwatch, untested
Color: Gold-tone case, cream dial with gold-tone numerals
Condition: UNTESTED, could need a battery or other repairs to be in working condition.
Measurement: Expansion band, one size fits most

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Clean and legible, this Bulova-signed dial keeps its bold black Arabic numerals crisp against a soft ivory face. The rounded gold-tone case has a light, easy presence on the wrist, paired with a Speidel expansion band that adjusts without fuss. A dependable name from a well-known American maker, built for daily wear.

Materials: Gold-tone case, Speidel expansion band

Details:
Era: 1950s–1960s
Markings: "Bulova" on dial, band stamped Speidel
Style / design notes: Round case, bold Arabic numeral dial
Function: Ladies wind-up wristwatch, untested
Color: Gold-tone case, ivory dial with black numerals
Condition: UNTESTED, could need a battery or other repairs to be in working condition.
Measurement: Expansion band, one size fits most

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A dainty octagon-shaped face set with a shimmering mother-of-pearl dial, its subtle color shifting between silver and blush in the light. The two-tone panther-link bracelet moves fluidly at the wrist, echoing the fine jewelry bracelets it was styled after. Signed Citizen Quartz with applied gold-tone hour markers, this is a piece built for daily polish rather than occasion-only wear.

Materials: Base metal case and bracelet with gold-tone plating, mother-of-pearl dial

Details:
Era: 1980s
Markings: "Citizen Quartz" on dial, case back stamped "Citizen Watch Co, Base Metal YP, 2250-S12576 SMW"
Style / design notes: Octagonal case, two-tone panther-link bracelet
Function: Ladies quartz wristwatch, untested
Color: Two-tone silver and gold, mother-of-pearl dial
Condition: Tone loss throughout the piece, please see images. UNTESTED could need a battery or more to be in working condition.
Measurement: 6.5" bracelet diameter

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A small round face with a quietly confident script signature, its 17-jewel Swiss anchor movement built for precision in an era of hand-wound elegance. The gold-tone case holds its original dial and hands beneath light surface wear, paired with a Speidel two-tone expansion band that adjusts to fit with ease. A modest, well-made piece for everyday wear.

Materials: Gold-tone case, Speidel two-tone expansion band

Details:
Era: 1950s–1960s
Markings: "Jolly Horse" on dial, "Ancre 17 Rubis, Swiss" on dial, case back stamped "Fond Acier Inoxydable, Swiss Made," band stamped Speidel
Style / design notes: Round case, applied gold-tone hour markers and numerals
Function: Ladies wind-up wristwatch, untested
Color: Gold-tone case, two-tone silver and gold-tone band
Condition: Working wind up condition, a bit of tone loss throughout the piece
Measurement: Expansion band, one size fits most

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An Art Deco silhouette scaled down to the wrist, with sculpted scroll lugs framing a softly aged dial. The Elgin-signed face carries its original hands and numerals beneath decades of honest patina, paired with a two-tone woven expansion band that slips on with ease. A piece that reads as much like a small sculpture as a timepiece.

Materials: Gold-filled top case, stainless steel back, two-tone expansion band

Details:
Era: 1940s
Markings: "Elgin" on dial, case back stamped "Toby USA, 1/20 10K GF Top, Stainless Back"
Style / design notes: Tonneau-shaped case with scrolled Art Deco lugs, expansion band
Function: Ladies wind-up wristwatch, untested
Color: Gold-tone case, two-tone silver and gold-tone band
Condition: In working wind-up condition, wear and age across the band, please see images.
Measurement: Expansion band, one size fits most

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A garden captured in glass, each tessera set by hand to bloom permanently in place. The oval face holds a dense floral spray in ivory, coral, and gold-toned hues, ringed by a beaded border and radiating fan motifs. Stamped on the reverse, it carries the quiet mark of its Italian origin. A piece built for everyday wear, equally suited to a linen collar or an evening neckline.

Materials: Glass micromosaic tesserae set in a brass-tone metal frame, on a fine curb chain

Details:
Era: 1950s–1960s
Markings: "MADE IN ITALY" stamped on reverse
Style / design notes: Oval micromosaic with a central floral bouquet, beaded rope border, and radiating fan and shell motifs
Stone or material notes: Hand-set glass micromosaic tesserae (millefiori-style)
Function: Pendant necklace
Color: Multicolor florals (yellow, coral, pink, blue, green) on an ivory ground, brass-tone setting
Condition: A bit of wear on the metal, please see photos
Measurement: 1" pendant, 26" chain

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A tiered octagonal frame steps down to a pavé square of lavender-tone rhinestones, giving these earrings a bold, architectural profile. The layered geometry catches light at each angle, and the compact size keeps them wearable day to night. Clean 1980s lines with real sparkle at the center.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, faceted glass rhinestones

Details

• Era: 1980s
• Style / design notes: Stamped Avon Tiered octagonal frame, pavé-set square center, clip-on closure
• Stone or material notes: Pavé lavender-tone rhinestones
• Color: Gold-tone with lavender rhinestones
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see photos

Measurement: .5"

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A cluster of pastel rhinestones, soft pink, blue, and champagne, tops each earring in a scalloped marquise setting, giving way to an engraved floral hoop below. The doorknocker silhouette swings gently with movement, catching light from every angle. Bold 1980s statement earrings with genuine sparkle.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, faceted glass rhinestones

Details

• Era: 1980s
• Style / design notes: Doorknocker silhouette, engraved floral hoop, clip-on closure
• Stone or material notes: Pastel pink, blue, and champagne rhinestones in a marquise cluster
• Color: Gold-tone with pastel rhinestones
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see photos

Measurement: 1"

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A garden of tiny hand-set glass tesserae fills this oval brooch, daisies, roses, and violets rendered petal by petal against an amber ground. A black and white checkered border and twisted rope frame complete the piece, a technique perfected over generations in Italy. Genuinely handmade, with real depth and color in every flower.

Materials: Glass tesserae, gold-tone metal frame

Details

• Era: 1950s–1960s
• Markings: Made in Italy
• Style / design notes: Oval micro mosaic floral bouquet, rope-twist frame, checkered border
• Stone or material notes: Hand-set glass tesserae in amber, white, pink, green, and red
• Function: Brooch / pin
• Color: Amber with multicolor florals
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see photos

Measurement: 1.5" by 1.25"

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A galleon under full sail takes shape in fine damascene work, red cross medallions on the sails and scrolling gold vines worked into blackened steel along the hull. The bow curves into a stylized fish, a nod to the sea this little ship was made to sail. A striking, richly detailed pin with real Toledo craftsmanship behind it.

Materials: Damascene steel with gold inlay and red enamel accents

Details

• Era: 1960s–1970s
• Markings: Spain
• Style / design notes: Galleon ship motif with fish-form hull, traditional damascene technique
• Color: Gold, black, and red
• Function: Brooch / pin
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see photos

Measurement: 1.25" both sides

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Ornate medallion links, each etched in fine gold and silver damascene work, alternate with scrolled openwork panels along this Toledo-made bracelet. The traditional Spanish technique, gold and silver worked into blackened steel, gives every link a deep, engraved texture. A substantial, richly detailed piece with real craft behind it.

Materials: Damascene steel with gold and silver inlay

Details

• Era: 1960s–1970s
• Markings: Spain
• Style / design notes: Ornate medallion panel links with scrolled openwork spacers, traditional damascene technique
• Color: Gold, silver, and black
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see photos

Measurement: 7.5"

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A heavy double curb chain carries six ornate gold-tone charms, an engraved medallion, a basketweave heart, a quatrefoil locket, and faux turquoise and amethyst cabochons set in openwork frames. Each piece draws from Victorian motifs reimagined with mid-century boldness, giving the whole bracelet real presence on the wrist. A layered, collector-friendly piece built for stacking or wearing alone.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, glass cabochons

Details

• Era: 1960s–1970s
• Style / design notes: Double curb link chain with six ornate Victorian revival charms
• Stone or material notes: Faux turquoise and amethyst-tone glass cabochons in openwork settings
• Color: Gold-tone with turquoise and purple accents
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see photos. Appears to be missing on charm on one of the ends, sold as is.

Measurement: 7"

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Rectangular gold-tone panels line up edge to edge, forming a flexible, tile-like band with a clean, architectural rhythm. The box clasp closes securely and sits flush against the wrist, keeping the whole piece streamlined. A simple, wearable staple that layers easily with other pieces.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal

Details

• Era: 1970s–1980s
• Style / design notes: Rectangular panel links, box clasp closure
• Color: Gold-tone
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see photos

Measurement: 7.75"

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A large faceted citrine-toned stone sits off-center in a sculptural, curved silver-tone setting, its asymmetry giving the piece real movement on the hand. Pavé rhinestone accents trace the sweeping edges, catching light against the warm amber-gold stone. Bold and architectural, it wears like a small piece of modern sculpture.

Materials: Silver-tone base metal, faceted glass stone, pavé rhinestone accents

Details

• Era: 1980s–1990s
• Style / design notes: Asymmetrical curved setting, pavé rhinestone trim
• Stone or material notes: Large faceted citrine-tone glass stone with round clear rhinestone accents
• Color: Amber-gold stone, silver-tone setting
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see photos

Measurement: Size 7

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A faceted amber-toned stone tops this ring like any large cocktail piece, until it swings open on a hinge to reveal a tiny Swiss-made mechanical watch face beneath. The ribbed, two-tone gallery hints at its secret before you ever lift the lid. A genuinely fun conversation piece with real mechanical history built in.

Materials: Base metal, faceted glass stone, mechanical watch movement

Details

• Era: 1960s–1970s
• Markings: Chateau, Swiss Made, Antimagnetic, Base Metal
• Style / design notes: Flip-top hidden watch ring, ribbed two-tone gallery, adjustable band
• Stone or material notes: Large faceted amber-tone glass stone forms the hinged lid
• Function: Watch, untested
• Color: Gold-tone with amber stone
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see photos

Measurement: Adjustable

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A large champagne-toned oval stone rests bezel-set at the center, ringed by a halo of pavé clear stones that catches every bit of light. Baguette-cut accents in a matching warm hue line the shoulders, giving the piece a cohesive, sunlit glow. Substantial and polished, it reads as evening jewelry without trying too hard.

Materials: Silver-tone base metal, faceted glass stones

Details

• Era: 1980s-1990s
• Style / design notes: Bezel-set center stone, pavé halo, baguette shoulder accents, open gallery
• Stone or material notes: Large oval champagne-tone center stone with clear pavé halo and baguette side stones
• Color: Champagne and silver-tone
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see photos

Measurement: Size 8.5

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A golden oval stone opens like the heart of a flower, ringed by two layers of marquise-cut clear stones fanning out into full bloom. The two-tone setting, sterling silver petals against a warm gold-tone band, gives the piece real dimension and sparkle. A substantial cluster ring built to catch the light from every angle.

Materials: Sterling silver with gold-tone band, faceted glass stones

Details

• Era: 1970s–1980s
• Markings: SS925 Taiwan
• Style / design notes: Two-tier daisy cluster, prong-set petals, two-tone finish
• Stone or material notes: Oval citrine-tone center stone with marquise-cut clear stone petals
• Color: Golden yellow center, clear petals
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see photos

Measurement: Size 8

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A single painted glass eye watches from the center of a scalloped, open filigree mount, its lashes fanned in bold black strokes. The engraved band carries a small floral pattern underfoot, a bit of Victorian ornament grounding the whimsy above. An odd, playful piece for anyone who likes their jewelry with a wink.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, painted glass eye cabochon

Details

• Era: 1960s–1970s
• Style / design notes: Scalloped open filigree mount, engraved floral band, novelty eye motif
• Stone or material notes: Painted glass eye cabochon with lash detail
• Color: Gold-tone, cream, and black
• Function: Novelty/costume
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see photos

Measurement: Adjustable

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Oval-cut smoky topaz-tone stones cascade across an openwork lattice, each faceted gem punctuated by a spark of pale lavender. The tiered, sculptural gallery gives the ring real presence on the hand while staying light and airy underneath. A statement piece with the warmth of autumn light caught in stone.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, faceted glass stones

Details

• Era: 1970s–1980s
• Markings: 18KT H.G.E.
• Style / design notes: Open lattice cluster setting, cascading tiers, prong-set stones
• Stone or material notes: Oval-cut smoky topaz-tone glass stones with round lavender accents
• Color: Amber-brown and lavender
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see photos

Measurement: Size 8

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An openwork shield of aged gold and silver-tone metal cradles a star-shaped flower, its petals set with marquise faux jade in a soft, mottled green. Round emerald-cut rhinestones and cabochons ring the bloom, giving the whole piece a dimensional, garden-grown quality. The adjustable band lets it move easily from one hand to the next, a small relic of a well-loved jewelry box.

Materials: Silver-tone and antiqued gold-tone base metal, faux jade cabochons, glass rhinestones

Details

• Era: 1960s–1970s
• Style / design notes: Openwork shield form, two-tone filigree, floral motif, adjustable band
• Stone or material notes: Marquise faux jade petals, round green glass cabochons, faceted emerald-tone rhinestones
• Color: Green and antiqued gold
• Condition: Good vintage condition, gold-tone finish shows wear at high points

Measurement: Adjustable

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Cut from a single turban shell, this ring keeps the spiral of its origin intact, each ridge polished to a soft, oceanic shine. Warm cream and amber banding wind toward a pointed apex, catching light the way the sea itself does. A wearable fragment of coastline, substantial on the hand and entirely one of a kind.

Materials: Natural turban seashell

Details

• Era: 1960s–1970s
• Style / design notes: Carved from a whole turban shell, spiral apex intact, statement silhouette
• Stone or material notes: Natural shell with iridescent nacre interior
• Color: Cream, and golden-amber banding
• Condition: Great vintage condition

Measurement: Size 5

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A sleek herringbone chain flows into a sharp V at center, punctuated by a double row of channel-set clear rhinestones running the length of the chevron point. The geometry is clean and architectural — no fuss, just the graphic V shape doing all the work against the polished gold-tone chain. It reads as a classic '80s statement piece, wearable as a everyday layering chain or on its own.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, herringbone chain, clear round rhinestones

Details

• Era: 1980s
• Style / design notes: Herringbone chain with a chevron/V-shaped rhinestone bar centerpiece
• Stone or material notes: Double row of channel-set clear round rhinestones
• Color: Gold-tone with clear stones
• Condition: Good vintage condition, light surface wear
• Measurement: 18" length

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A substantial twisted rope chain bracelet, its thick braided links giving it real heft on the wrist. Simple and unfussy, it's the kind of piece that stacks well with other bracelets or wears confidently alone. A durable, everyday classic with a bit more presence than a standard chain.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal

Details:

• 1980s
• Style / design notes: Twisted rope chain, lobster clasp
  
• Function: Bracelet, lobster clasp
• Color: Gold tone
• Condition: Good vintage condition, some tone loss throughout, please see photos

Measurement: 7"

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Fine gold wirework outlines a running fox and a scatter of blossoms across a deep cobalt enamel band, the traditional Chinese cloisonné technique built up in thin layers of colored enamel between soldered metal wires. The narrow, rounded profile keeps it wearable on its own or stacked with others, the kind of piece meant to be worn daily rather than saved for occasion.

Materials: Brass base metal, cloisonné enamel

Details

• Era: 1960s–1970s
• Style / design notes: Thin rounded bangle, hand-set cloisonné enamel with fine gold wire outlining
• Stone or material notes: N/A — enamelwork, no stones
• Color: Cobalt blue with pink, turquoise, green, and gold floral and fox motif
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 3" diameter

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A classic twisted rope chain in a substantial gold tone, simple enough to layer or wear alone. The braided links catch the light from every angle, giving even a minimal piece real presence at the neckline. An easy everyday staple with a slightly bolder feel than a standard chain.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal

Details:

• Era: 1980s
  
• Style / design notes: Twisted rope chain, spring ring clasp
  
• Function: Necklace, spring ring clasp
• Color: Gold tone
• Condition: Great vintage condition, please see photos
• Measurement: 17"

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Two chrysanthemum blooms are etched and inlaid in gold and copper tones against a black damascene ground, the November entry in Reed & Barton's Flower of the Month series. The technique layers metals into fine engraved lines for a richly detailed, almost woodblock-print quality. A collectible piece with genuine maker history, ready to wear or gift to a November birthday.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, damascene inlay

Details:

• Era: 1970s–1980s
• Markings: Signed "Reed & Barton Damascene," reverse marked "November Chrysanthemum"
• Style / design notes: Oval pendant, damascene (metal inlay) technique, Flower of the Month series
  
• Function: Pendant necklace, curb chain
• Color: Gold tone, black, copper, gold
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see photos

Measurement: 1.25" by .9" pendant, 18" chain

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A tiny book opens on tiny hinges — engraved floral corners on the front cover, a textured woven pattern on the back, echoing the "This Is Your Life" novelty lockets popular from the 1950s. Inside, two small photo wells wait behind engraved sunburst-and-scroll detailing. It's a charm as much as a locket, small enough to wear on a bracelet or as a pendant, with real hinge-and-clasp mechanics rarely found in reproductions.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal

Details

• Era: 1960s–1970s
• Style / design notes: Book-shaped locket with hinged spine, engraved floral front cover and textured woven back
• Stone or material notes: N/A — no stones, engraved metal only
• Color: Gold-tone
• Condition: Good vintage condition, light surface wear, please see images
• Measurement: 0.75" x 0.6"

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An ornate silver-tone teapot wraps around a cobalt blue lampwork glass bead, its surface raised with hand-formed pink roses and trailing green vines. Scrolling filigree detail covers the lid, spout, and handle, giving this figural charm real sculptural weight. A striking, one-of-a-kind piece for anyone drawn to whimsical, artisan-made novelty jewelry.

Materials: Silver-tone base metal, lampwork glass

Details:

• Era: 1970s
  
• Style / design notes: Figural teapot pendant, ornate scrollwork lid, handle, and spout, lampwork glass floral bead body
• Stone or material notes: Cobalt blue lampwork glass with raised floral decoration
• Function: Pendant necklace, lobster clasp
• Color: Silver tone, cobalt blue, pink, green
• Condition: great vintage condition, please see photos

Measurement: 18" chain, pendant 1" including bail

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Multiple strands of gold-tone wire wind together into a single unbroken circle, gathered at three points by ribbed collars, with one collar giving way to a single faux pearl. The design is spare and architectural — no leaves or filigree, just the tension between the wound wire and the one soft, lustrous accent. It reads as a quiet, wearable piece rather than a statement one.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, faux pearl

Details

• Era: 1960s–1970s
• Style / design notes: Multi-strand wound wire circle with ribbed collar accents
• Stone or material notes: Single round faux pearl set at one collar
• Color: Gold-tone with cream pearl
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 1.5" diameter

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A tiny teapot takes shape around a hand-painted porcelain bead, its rose motif visible through the silver-tone spout, handle, and beaded lid. A whimsical figural charm with real dimension, the kind of small novelty piece that draws a second look. Currently strung on a later replacement chain, though the pendant itself is a genuine vintage find.

Materials: Silver-tone base metal, porcelain

Details:

• Era: 1960s–70s
• Style / design notes: Figural teapot pendant, hand-painted floral porcelain body, beaded lid detail
• Stone or material notes: Painted porcelain bead
• Function: Pendant necklace
• Color: Silver tone, white, pink, green
• Condition: Vintage with gentle surface wear; chain is a later replacement, not original to the pendant

Measurement: 18" chain, pendant 1" including bail

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Dense scrollwork covers this heart-shaped locket edge to edge, acanthus leaves and swirling florals engraved into every inch of the front panel. The heart shape leans sentimental, but the engraving is the real craft here — deep, confident linework in a style that echoes Victorian mourning and love-token pieces. It opens to two plain photo wells, ready for a keepsake portrait or two.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal

Details

• Era: 1960s–1970s
• Style / design notes: Heart-shaped locket with dense acanthus and scroll engraving, hinged with two photo wells
• Stone or material notes: N/A — no stones, engraved metal only
• Color: Gold-tone
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 1.6" x 1.5"

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Four strands of textured curb chain carry a run of faceted glass "jewels" in ruby, sapphire, and citrine tones, punctuated by a coiled snake and a bee charm rendered in raised metalwork. Made by Goldette, known for their richly detailed, antiqued-finish costume jewelry, the two-tone gold and silver plating gives it a warmer, almost heirloom quality. A substantial, eye-catching bracelet built for real presence on the wrist.

Materials: Two-tone base metal, faceted glass stones, seed pearl accents

Details:

• Era: 1950s–60s
• Markings: Signed Goldette on clasp
• Style / design notes: Four-strand curb chain, figural snake and bee charms, box clasp with safety closure
• Stone or material notes: Faceted glass stones in red, blue, and yellow tones; seed pearl and turquoise-tone accents
• Function: Bracelet, box clasp with safety catch
• Color: Two-tone gold and silver, red, blue
• Condition: Good vintage condition, some tone loss through piece, please see photos

Measurement: 7.5"

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A dogwood-pink rose and its buds bloom across a powder-blue enameled lid, framed by an engine-turned gold-tone case with a discreet side clasp. Small enough to slip into a bag or sit on a vanity tray, it holds the kind of quiet formality that made these boxes a staple of a well-dressed handbag. The enamel work carries real hand-painted detail rather than a printed pattern.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, enamel

Details:

• Era: Mid-20th century, circa 1950s–60s
  
• Style / design notes: Hinged pill box, trapezoid shape, engine-turned (guilloche-style) sides, hand-painted floral enamel lid
• Stone or material notes: Enamel
• Function: Pill box, side push clasp closure
• Color: Gold tone, powder blue, pink, green
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see photos

Measurement: Trapezoid, 1.1" x 1.4" x 1.4" x 1.4"

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A vivid bouquet — pink rose, golden daisies, blue aster, and a scattering of berries — is hand-painted onto a milk-white porcelain oval, framed in a twisted rope-edge gold-tone border. The locket opens to two empty photo wells, ready for a keepsake portrait. It's a piece with real craft to it, more miniature painting than costume jewelry, the kind of detail work rarely seen on newer lockets.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, hand-painted porcelain oval panel

Details

• Era: 1960s–1970s
• Style / design notes: Twisted rope-edge frame, hinged locket with two photo wells
• Stone or material notes: painted floral bouquet on milk-white porcelain
• Color: Gold-tone with multicolor floral painting
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 2" x 1.25"

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Shaped like a miniature pocket watch, this locket frames a hand-painted porcelain plaque of roses and forget-me-nots at its center, bordered by dense scrolling foliate engraving. It opens on a hinge to two small mirrored compartments, ready for a photo or a keepsake. A romantic, old-fashioned charm with real dimensional detail front and back.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, porcelain

Details:

• Era: Mid-century, circa 1960s–70s
  
• Style / design notes: Pocket watch silhouette, dense scroll and foliate engraving, hinged opening with two mirrored compartments
• Stone or material notes: Hand-painted porcelain floral plaque center
• Function: Locket pendant
• Color: Gold tone, multicolor floral plaque
• Condition: Great vintage condition please see photos
• Measurement: 1.25" by .875"

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A deep green oval stone sits at the center of a classic sunburst halo, clear rhinestones radiating outward in the timeless princess-style silhouette. The color is saturated and true, almost bottle-green, giving the piece real depth against the warm gold setting. It's a design that never quite goes out of style — equally at home as an everyday ring or a special-occasion piece.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, oval-cut emerald-green rhinestone, clear round rhinestone halo

Details

• Era: 1980s
• Markings: Stamped Korea
• Style / design notes: Classic sunburst halo setting, prong-set oval center stone
• Stone or material notes: Oval-cut deep green rhinestone, twelve round clear rhinestone halo accents
• Color: Gold-tone with emerald-green and clear stones
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: Size 7

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A tailored, tank-shaped locket etched with a trailing floral motif and finished with a fine geometric border, hinged open to still hold its original faded photograph. The reverse carries a hand-engraved inscription, "Bayard To Charmion," a small preserved fragment of someone's story. Warm gold-filled tone throughout, with the soft patina only a century of wear can give.

Materials: Gold-filled metal

Details:

• Era: Edwardian, circa 1910s-1920s
• Markings: Stamped "1/20 10kt Gold Fill C.T." on interior
• Style / design notes: Tank/shield-shaped locket, hand-engraved floral and scroll motif, personal inscription "Bayard To Charmion" on reverse
• Stone or material notes: None; retains original photograph
• Function: Locket pendant, hinged opening
• Color: Warm gold tone
• Condition: Great with gentle surface wear, please see photos

Measurement: 1.25" by .75"

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Three ribbon-like scrolls of gold curl across the band, each cradling a single stone — emerald green, clear, green again — in a rhythmic, sculptural row. The scrollwork gives the piece real dimension, catching light differently from every angle rather than sitting flat against the finger. It's a compact but graphic design, more architectural than delicate.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, round-cut green and clear rhinestones

Details

• Era: 1980s
• Markings: Stamped Korea
• Style / design notes: Sculptural ribbon/scroll setting with three alternating stones
• Stone or material notes: Two green round rhinestones flanking a single clear round rhinestone
• Color: Gold-tone with green and clear stones
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: Size 9

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A cluster of milky white marquise stones fans out like petals on one side of this bypass ring, balanced by a mirrored spray of clear rhinestones on the other. The asymmetrical, botanical composition gives it real movement — two distinct textures meeting at a diagonal crossover in the band. It reads equal parts garden and glamour, wearable for both daytime and evening.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, marquise-cut moonstone-effect cabochons, clear round rhinestones

Details

• Era: 1970s–1980s
• Style / design notes: Asymmetrical bypass setting with a botanical leaf motif on one side, rhinestone cluster on the other
• Stone or material notes: Marquise-cut milky white cabochons, clear round rhinestone accents
• Color: Gold-tone with white and clear stones
• Condition: Good vintage condition, light surface wear
• Measurement: Size 9

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A single pink stone sits at the center of a sculptural, wing-like motif, gold curling outward on both sides like a wave caught mid-crest. Milgrain edging traces the design's borders, adding fine texture against the polished open-work. It's an asymmetrical, sculptural piece — more sculpture than setting, with the stone almost secondary to the movement around it.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, round-cut pink rhinestone

Details

• Era: 1970s–1980s
• Style / design notes: Sculptural wave/feather motif with milgrain detailing and open-work
• Stone or material notes: Single round-cut pink rhinestone, prong-set
• Color: Gold-tone with pink stone
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: Size 8

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An oversized marquise-cut stone dominates this piece, its elongated shape catching light along every facet edge. A simple four-prong setting keeps the focus entirely on the stone, with a plain gold-tone band that reads as pure backdrop. The scale here is the statement — this is a ring meant to be seen across a room.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, marquise-cut clear rhinestone

Details

• Era: 1980s
• Style / design notes: Oversized marquise solitaire, four-prong setting, plain shank
• Stone or material notes: Large marquise-cut clear rhinestone
• Color: Gold-tone with clear stone
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please look at photos
• Measurement: Size 8

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A diagonal band of green rhinestones cuts across a field of pavé-set clear stones, the two rows meeting at an offset angle rather than a centered symmetry. The bypass-style shank continues that same diagonal energy, giving the whole piece a sense of motion. It's a dense, faceted cluster built for maximum sparkle in a compact silhouette.

Materials: Silver-tone base metal, pavé-set clear rhinestones, green rhinestone diagonal accent row

Details

• Era: 1970s–1980s
• Style / design notes: Diagonal pavé cluster with bypass-influenced shank
• Stone or material notes: Pavé clear rhinestones surrounding a diagonal row of green rhinestones
• Color: Silver-tone with clear and green stones
• Condition: Good vintage condition, light surface wear
• Measurement: Size 6

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A deep purple pear-cut stone sits at the center of a full sunburst halo, clear rhinestones radiating outward in two-tone silver and gold settings. The pear shape gives the piece a directional pull, almost like a drop of ink caught mid-fall. It's a substantial cocktail ring built for evening wear, its two-tone metalwork adding dimension against the stone's saturated color.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal with silver-tone stone settings, pear-cut purple rhinestone, clear round rhinestone halo

Details

• Era: 1980s
• Style / design notes: Full sunburst halo setting around a pear-cut center stone, two-tone gold and silver-tone metalwork
• Stone or material notes: Pear-cut purple (amethyst-effect) rhinestone, halo of round clear rhinestones
• Color: Gold-tone with purple and clear stones
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: Size 6

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An oval cabochon with the soft, milky luminosity of opal sits at the center of a rhinestone halo, the whole cluster balanced on an open cathedral gallery. The design leans classic Victorian revival, evoking the sentimental cluster rings of an earlier century reinterpreted for everyday costume wear. Faceted round accents catch the light around the cabochon's quiet glow, a study in contrast between matte and sparkle.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, oval cabochon opal-effect glass, clear round rhinestone halo

Details

• Era: 1980s
• Style / design notes: Cluster halo setting with open cathedral gallery shoulders
• Stone or material notes: Oval cabochon simulated opal center, twelve round clear rhinestone accents
• Color: Gold-tone with opalescent white-pink center stone
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: Size 7

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A pear-cut pink stone anchors this piece, flanked by a pair of trillion-cut clear stones set at an angle, like petals catching light from a single source. The three-stone architecture is classic cocktail-ring geometry, built for a bit of drama without excess. Warm gold electroplate frames the cool clarity of the side stones against the stone's rose-quartz blush.

Materials: 18K gold electroplate over base metal, pear-cut pink cubic zirconia, trillion-cut clear cubic zirconia accents

Details

• Era: 1980s
• Markings: Stamped 18K GE
• Style / design notes: Three-stone setting, pear-cut center flanked by trillion-cut side stones
• Stone or material notes: Pink pear-cut CZ center, two clear trillion-cut CZ accents
• Color: Gold with pink and clear stones
• Condition: Good vintage condition, light plating wear visible at the shank
• Measurement: Size 7

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Color moves like light through a prism here, baguette-cut stones spilling from garnet to citrine to amethyst on either side of a faceted round center stone. The bypass silhouette gives the design movement, each shoulder wrapping toward the other in a soft chevron rather than meeting head-on. It reads as a statement piece with everyday scale — the kind of ring that carries a whole outfit's color story on its own.

Materials: Silver-tone base metal, rainbow-hued baguette rhinestones, faceted round center rhinestone (mystic-cut, multicolor)

Details

• Era: 1990s
• Style / design notes: Bypass/chevron band, channel-set rainbow baguette stones flanking a prong-set round center stone
• Stone or material notes: Multicolor baguette-cut rhinestones with a mystic-effect round center stone
• Color: Silver-tone with rainbow multicolor stones
• Condition: Great vintage condition, minor surface wear to the band
• Measurement: Size 9

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A single round stone catches the light from a classic four-prong setting, its split cathedral shoulders lending a quiet, architectural lift. The silhouette borrows from mid-century solitaire design — spare, symmetrical, built to be worn daily rather than saved for occasion. Gold-tone base metal warms the stone's cool sparkle, a small study in contrast.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, faceted round rhinestone

Details

• Era: 1980s
• Style / design notes: Classic four-prong solitaire setting with split cathedral shoulders
• Stone or material notes: Round brilliant-cut clear rhinestone
• Color: Gold-tone with clear stone
• Condition: Good vintage condition, light surface wear and finish loss visible at the shank
• Measurement: Size 5

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A striking marquise-cut green center stone commands attention, flanked by clusters of small lavender-toned accent stones on each shoulder, set within a sculptural, textured gold-tone mounting. The elongated marquise shape and rich emerald color give this ring real drama, while the lavender accents add a soft, unexpected contrast. A bold statement piece with vintage glamour.

Materials: 18K gold electroplate base metal, green marquise center stone, lavender accent stones

Details:

• Era: 1980s
• Markings: 18K GE
• Style/design notes: Marquise-cut green center stone flanked by clusters of round lavender accent stones, sculptural textured shoulders
• Stone/material notes: Vivid green marquise-cut stone, likely glass or synthetic emerald/spinel given the saturation; lavender accents likely cubic zirconia
• Function: Ring
• Color: Green, gold-tone hardware
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see photos
• Measurement: Size 6.75

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A rich purple oval center stone is framed by an ornate, lace-like gold-tone filigree halo with scalloped edges and fleur-de-lis accents at top and bottom, giving the piece a distinctly Victorian revival character. The open, decorative metalwork adds real dimension around the deep plum stone. Adjustable band for a flexible fit.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, purple oval center stone

Details:

• Era: 1970s–1980s (Victorian revival style)
• Markings: Partial stamp, possibly "Avon" 
• Style/design notes: Oval purple center stone in an ornate scalloped filigree halo with fleur-de-lis motifs, adjustable band
• Stone/material notes: Deep purple faceted stone, likely glass or synthetic amethyst
• Function: Ring, adjustable
• Color: Purple with gold-tone hardware
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see photos
• Measurement: Adjustable, sized 6.5–8

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A vivid, brilliant-cut green stone sits solo atop a classic six-prong crown setting, its faceted brilliance catching the light from every angle. The simple, tapered gold-tone band lets the saturated green color take full center stage. A clean, classic solitaire silhouette with real sparkle.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, green faceted center stone

Details:

• Era: 1980s
• Style/design notes: Round brilliant-cut green stone in a classic six-prong crown setting, tapered polished band
• Stone/material notes: Vivid green faceted stone, well-cut with strong brilliance — likely green cubic zirconia or synthetic spinel given the saturation and clarity
• Function: Ring, solitaire
• Color: Green with gold-tone hardware
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see photos
• Measurement: Size 7

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A deep purple emerald-cut center stone is flanked by three clear accent stones on each side, set within a sculptural gold-tone mounting with an open, split-shoulder band. The rich plum color of the center stone contrasts beautifully against the sparkling clear side stones, giving the piece a classic three-stone-inspired elegance. A refined cocktail-style ring with strong color presence.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, purple emerald-cut center stone, clear accent stones

Details:

• Era: 1980s
• Style/design notes: Emerald-cut purple center stone flanked by trios of round clear accent stones on each shoulder, open split-shoulder band
• Stone/material notes: Center stone is a deep purple faceted stone, likely glass or synthetic amethyst; clear accents likely cubic zirconia
• Function: Ring
• Color: Purple with clear accents, gold-tone hardware
• Condition: Great vintage condition, please see photos
• Measurement: Size 6.5
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Two mirrored, fan-shaped crown motifs stack one above the other, each fluted band set with three sparkling round clear stones in white-tone prongs. The ribbed, sculptural gold-tone shape gives the piece an architectural, almost regal quality, with the doubled design adding extra height and presence. A bold, symmetrical statement ring with a distinctive silhouette.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, two-tone prong setting, clear round stones

Details:

• Era: 1980s
• Style/design notes: Two mirrored fluted crown-shaped tiers, each set with three round clear stones, ribbed gold-tone detailing
• Stone/material notes: Round clear stones, likely cubic zirconia, set in white-tone prongs
• Function: Ring
• Color: Clear with gold-tone hardware
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see photos
• Measurement: Approximately size 10

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A vivid oval green stone takes center stage, framed by a starburst halo of sparkling clear accent stones set in white-tone prongs against a warm gold-tone band. The contrast between the saturated green center and icy clear halo gives this ring real presence, with a subtly split shank adding movement to the design. A vibrant, jewel-toned statement ring with a classic cluster silhouette.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, two-tone prong setting, green center stone, clear accent stones

Details:

• Era: 1980s
• Style/design notes: Oval green center stone framed by a starburst cluster of round clear accent stones, split shank band, two-tone prong setting
• Stone/material notes: Center stone is a vivid green faceted stone, likely glass or synthetic emerald/spinel given the saturation; clear accents likely cubic zirconia
• Function: Ring
• Color: Green with clear accents, gold-tone hardware
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see photos
• Measurement: Approximately size 9 

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An open, sculptural teardrop shape swirls around a single round clear stone set off-center within the loop, creating a modern, asymmetrical silhouette. The negative space and fluid line give this ring a sleek, minimalist feel quite different from the ornate cluster styles of the era. A simple, wearable statement piece with a distinctive shape.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, clear stone

Details:

• Era: 1970s–1980s
• Style/design notes: Open teardrop/swirl silhouette with a single round clear stone set within the loop, asymmetrical design
• Stone/material notes: Clear round stone, likely cubic zirconia or paste given the setting style
• Function: Ring
• Color: Clear with gold-tone hardware
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see photos
• Measurement: Approximately size 5

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A pale marquise-cut center stone sits within a star-shaped halo of sparkling clear rhinestones, radiating outward in a compact burst pattern. The warm gold-tone setting and cool center stone create a soft, romantic contrast, with a slim split-shoulder band. A dainty, vintage-inspired cluster ring with old-world charm.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, center stone, clear rhinestones

Details:

• Era: 1970s–1980s
• Markings: Taiwan
• Style/design notes: Marquise center stone framed by a star-shaped halo of round rhinestones, split shoulder band
• Stone/material notes: Center stone appears opalescent/moonstone-like; surrounding rhinestones likely clear paste or CZ
• Function: Ring
• Color: White/opalescent with clear accents, gold-tone hardware
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see photos
• Measurement: Approximately size 9 

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An eclectic cluster of oval cabochon stones — jade green, coral pink, warm tiger's eye, black onyx, and a soft opalescent stone — is gathered together with a sculpted gold-tone leaf and scroll motif, with tiny clear accent stones scattered throughout. The mix of natural stone colors and textures gives this ring an earthy, collected-over-time feel, like a miniature curiosity cabinet worn on the hand.

Materials: 18K gold electroplate base metal, mixed cabochon stones 

Details:

• Era: 1970s–1980s
• Markings: 18K HGE
• Style/design notes: Cluster of oval cabochon stones set within a sculpted leaf and scroll gold-tone motif, small clear rhinestone accents
• Stone/material notes: 6 stones, all cabochon cut
• Function: Cocktail ring
• Color: Multicolor (green, coral, brown, black, cream) with gold-tone hardware
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see photos
• Measurement: Size 8

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