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Is estate jewelry real?
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Whether estate jewelry is real varies. The term “estate jewelry” describes earrings, bracelets, necklaces, rings, brooches and other pieces that become available for sale as a part of a person's estate after they die. Because people collect many kinds of jewelry, both fine jewelry — featuring precious metals and genuine gemstones — and costume jewelry — made of less expensive materials — can be part of an estate and therefore classified as estate jewelry. Find a diverse assortment of jewelry on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
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NICHOLAS VARNEY Peeling Onion Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow, white and rose gold, yellow diamond and diamond brooch, Nicholas Varney, 1999. Designed as a Peeling Onion, the bulb of white gold with yellow gold details set w...
Category
1990s Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Purple Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
GIA certified purple sapphire and diamond ring crafted in platinum: set with an oval shape faceted purple sapphire, weighing approximately 4.50 carats: accented by round brilliant cu...
Category
2010s Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
Seaman Schepps Nephrite Jade Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
1960's Crafted with exquisite artistry, the Seaman Schepps nephrite jade 18k yellow gold clip post earrings exemplify elegance and sophistication. Featuring 2 shrimp carved molted gr...
Category
Mid-20th Century Lever-Back Earrings
Materials
Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century Cabochon Opal Diamond Drop Gold Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Elegant 14K Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Necklace
Fiery opals set in 14K yellow gold arranged in a graduating style, with a striking large oval drop at the center. The opals are acc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold
BULGARI Tubogas Cuff
By Bulgari
Located in West Hartford, CT
Bulgari 18K Yellow Gold Cuff Bracelet. This striking piece features sleek interior steel components for enhanced durability and flexibility. With an interior circumference of 7 inche...
Category
Vintage 1970s Cuff Bracelets
Extra Fine Yellow Gold 1913 Indian Head American Eagle $2.50 Coin Pendant
Located in Troy, MI
Enjoy a piece of American gold coin history! This 1913 $2.50 Indian head eagle coin is framed in 14 karat yellow gold open style bezel. Pendant measures 1.25" long x 15/16" diameter...
Category
Early 20th Century American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold