1940s Jewelry

FACTORY / HOUSE: Buren Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 42mm Length X 23mm Diameter MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels / Caliber DIAL / HANDS: Silvered with Gilt Numerals ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Leather, 14mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement This is a "vault find" watch, it has been locked up for nearly 50 years, which means it needs a service. We will give it a factory quality service by our finest watchmaker as part of the purchase price before it is shipped out to you. This will delay shipping for a few days of course. LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This unique watch Buren is done with an unusual articulated design. These watches were called "Drivers Watches...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Cushion Shaped METAL / MATERIAL: Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 35mm X Width 25mm MOVEMENT / CALIB...

Year: 1946 (Engraved on inner shank) Item Details: Ring Size: 7.5 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.8 grams Diamond Details: .65ct, Old European Brilliant, Natu...

Genuine Original Antique Art Deco Dated 4-24-1949 Diamond Anniversary Band Platinum Wedding Ring Highlights 5 Matching Clean and Colorless Natural Antique Single-Cut Diamonds. E...

Ring for every day in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with natural light Cornflower Blue Sapphire of oval diamond cut 9.4 mm x 6.5 mm x 3.83 mm / ca. 2.25 ct that demonstrates specta...

Vintage Rolex Precision wristwatch dated Circa 1945. Snap back Stainless Steel case with tapered, teardrop, overlaid fancy lugs. Rolex, 17-Rubies (Jewels) precision lever escapemen...

Clearly wonderful bird of paradise brooch made in the 1930/40s USA. Window glass/acrylic from the aircraft industry was used for this type of jewelry The bird was cut out of Bakeli...

Pair of 14 karat gold flower vases Dimensions: approximately 7.82 x 2.75 Weight: 464.1 grams.

A 1940s Italian, pearl, emerald and gold gaspipe snake bracelet, with a repoussé snake head, on a knotted gaspipe body, set with natural half seed pearls and faceted emeralds, set up...

Vintage sterling silver leaf pin/brooch by Aarre & Krogh of Randers, Denmark, 1949-1990. Beautiful leaf design with a highly polished...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Midas Series / Art Deco Tank METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 22mm X Width 33mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 19 Jewels / Caliber 982M DIAL / HANDS: Original Two Tone in Sterling Silver with 18Kt. Solid Gold Applied Numerals ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Leather, 16mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement This is a "vault find" watch, it has been locked up for nearly 50 years, which means it needs a service. We will give it a factory quality service by our finest watchmaker as part of the purchase price before it is shipped out to you. This will delay shipping for a few days of course. LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This is a great looking and dependable watch by this legendary American House from Lancaster Pennsylvania. This watch is offered with what appears to be an original period Alligator strap and an original Hamilton buckle and box. While the strap is to fragile to be practical it does indicate that this watch is in nearly new condition. Hamilton was devoted to excellence from their most modest watch to their finest. For example, Hamilton Dials were made in all Sterling Silver with Solid Gold 18Kt. Applied Numerals. No American house did this on all their watches. Only the finest Swiss houses had this level of quality. This watch will keep dependable time for the next 200 years if you give it a service every so often. Hamilton History The wrong train, on the wrong track, at the wrong time at the end of the 19th century frequently resulted in disastrous train wrecks. In response to the critical need for accuracy on the nation’s railroads, laws were passed in 1891 establishing set standards of accuracy. All engineers and railroad workers were required to purchase and maintain their watches to keep accurate time based on set standards, about 30 seconds per week was the tolerance. This was the inspiration for The Hamilton Watch Company which was founded in 1892 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The company was started by a group of investors who were looking to create a high-quality, American-made watch. Hamilton quickly became a leading manufacturer of pocket watches, and by the early 1900s, the company was supplying watches to the US military. In 1917, Hamilton introduced its first wristwatch for service men entering the first World War. The wristwatch quickly became popular with both soldiers and civilians recognizing how practical they were. Hamilton continued to grow throughout the 1920s and 1930s, and by the 1940s, the company was one of the largest watchmakers in the world. Hamilton had exceptional engineers and designers and their watches were elegantly styled as well as dependable. As a watchmaker myself I consider Hamilton to be one of the worlds “best” watches. It was mass produced perfection. Even today, you can take 100 old Hamilton’s of the same model apart and shake them up in a bag and reassemble 100 watches that will work perfectly with almost no adjustment. This is an achievement. In the early 1930’s our family store in Los Angeles was a “Hamilton” Store. Even during the depression though Hamilton did not allow you to discount the price to sell a watch. Also, in the neighborhood was another Hamilton store and one day the owner sent in a “shill” to buy a Hamilton from us, someone gave them a slight discount. Well, that was all it took for Hamilton to “pull the line” from us. In those days the local jewelry supply houses sold you the watches and they were all told not to sell to us. We simply contacted Gruen, and they were very excited to have a new account...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style / Reference 770 METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm...

Invisible set sapphire and diamond ring. Set with seventy six tapered baguette cut natural unenhanced sapphires in open back invisible settings with an app...

What an absolutely stunning watch, thought to hark back from the 1940's (hard to be certain with Movado Serial Numbers) this rose gold triple date calendar 4823 is very special. 18ct...

Retro Large Mazer citrine leaf and topaz triple flower head floral brooch with crystal pave bow. Of gold plate base metal, crystal rhinestones and faceted paste oval stones. L 4.5" x...

This vintage diamond ring commands attention with its impressive size and a beautifully detailed filigree setting adorned with diamonds. The generous 2-carat round brilliant cut cent...

This is a wonderful and rare 1940s gents Patek Philippe wristwatch. The watch features a silver dial with white hour and minute hands and a seconds subdial at 6 o'clock. The watch ha...

This very pretty full eternity ring is 1945 ca Hand created of solid 18 KT gold with gorgeous engraving motifs, highlighted by .50 CT of round brilliant cut Diamonds G VS/SI - width ...

Part of the collectable and sought after so called ' Dirty Dozen' British Military watches from the second World War. This Timor is an original example of the watch, yes it shows s...

Fine & Rare Art-Deco circa 1940's "Veri-Thin" Gents' Wristwatch by Gruen Watch Company features: - Rarely seen Unusual & Well Proportioned Case, of slimmer profile designed a...

This sublime Tank Retro Bracelet in 18K rose gold features geometric pattern ornamented with 5 cabochons of emeralds framed by two lines of round diamonds and a clasp made by a swirl...

A collector's classic, Men's Omega Cosmic jumbo 37mm Moonphase watch with triple date, c.1940s. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous, unres...

Year: 1940s Item Details: Ring Size: 6.75 Metal Type: 14K White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 7.6 grams Diamond Details: .90ct, total weight. F-G Color, VS Clarity. Old Eur...

Watch: ATP British Military Unsigned Stock Number: CHW5298 Price: £500.00 At the beginning of world war two, The British Army needed watches for its troops fighting overseas. They acquired watches from many brands under the new Army Trade Pattern or A.T.P. These watches were often civilian watches slightly modified to meet the hurried specification issued by the British Army. This is a civilian watch issued with Army paybook ref engraved on caseback quite a rare occurrence as the watch finish is to retail standard and not military. Measuring 31mm diameter and 38mm lug to lug. Stainless steel case with screwback. Mid case composite chrome base metal bezel...

An original Cyma from the 1940's that was later part of the so called 'Dirty Dozen' collection of British Military watches from World War 2. Admittedly not the rarest of them but a ...

This vintage necklace is a stunning piece of fine jewellery, crafted in 850 platinum and featuring 20 carats of earth mined diamonds. The classic tennis style is currently on-trend...

Circa 1940s, 18k, by Amiel, Paris, France. Impeccably styled for everyday wear, this eighteen-karat gold bangle is as fashionably relevant today as it was chic 60 years ago. Known fo...

One French made diamond set floral ring. Comprising of a hand-crafted rose gold raised ribbed domed as the flowers petals. An old cut diamond is the feature of the centre of the flow...

Circa 1940s, 18k, by Amiel, Paris, France. Impeccably styled for everyday wear, this eighteen-karat gold bangle is as fashionably relevant today as it was chic 60 years ago. Known fo...

This is nautical bracelet holds its own! It incorporates the ships hefty ropes with the steady large anchor chain. French gold marks for 18 karat. Illegible maker's mark, but I have ...

A stunning, fine and impressive 8.90 carat aquamarine and platinum solitaire ring; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry colle...

Elegant Marcel Boucher Retro Tassel Set from the 1940's of pierced tassel brooch and matching clip earrings in the Van Cleef taste. Rose gold plate with pave crystal highlights set i...

Year: 1940s Item Details: Ring Size: 7.75 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 6.6 grams Diamond Details: .50ct, total weight. G-H Color, VS Clarity, Old European ...

Introducing a magnificent vintage 850 platinum and 18kt gold double-clip/pendant flower-shaped brooch set with 13.40 carats of round brilliant and baguette cut diamonds in total. Ma...

A captivating vintage citrine cocktail ring, featuring a stunning citrine set in a Retro-style 18k yellow gold mounting. The mid-century design is artfully sculpted with graduated co...

Introducing an extraordinary find - an exceptionally rare co-branded Cartier wristwatch crafted by Movado, approximately dating back to the 1940s. This exquisitely handmade timepiec...

Two stone old mine diamond cocktail ring. Centrally set with two cushion shape old mine diamonds, one I colour, SI1 clarity, with a weight ...

Brooch in the shape of a flower basket with a large topas cut rhinestone as the flower vase inside are golden flowers with small gold rhinestones. The brooch was designed in the USA...

Vintage Gold Tone Diamante Red Flower Square Prong Set Bracelet Circa 1940s. This bracelet has layers of gorgeousness. it has links of squares and in each square there are 4 round st...

A dainty little bird brooch by Kramer NY, 1950s with lots of small rhinestones and enameled sitting on a branch picking on a tiny flower. Signed on the back...

Watch: Timor ATP British Military Stock Number: CHW5297 Price: £950.00 At the beginning of world war two, The British Army needed watches for its troops fighting overseas. They acquired watches from many brands under the new Army Trade Pattern or A.T.P. These watches were often civilian watches slightly modified to meet the hurried specification issued by the British Army. Timor was one of the few that built a whole new watch just for the British Army Stainless steel case measuring 31mm diameter. Timor 15 Jewel manual wind movement. Mid case composite chrome base metal bezel...

Year: 1940s Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 7.1grams *Enamel with a flag on both cufflinks is in excellent condition. Condition: Excellent

The legendary Parisian jewelry house of Lacloche Frères flourished from the Belle Epoque to the 1960s. Their storied history was defined by a consistent push towards modernity and innovation, creating original work that captured the spirit of the times. As one of the most renowned jewelers of their day, Lacloche catered to an elite clientele of royalty, collectors, and socialites, from Queen Victoria and the Duchess of Westminster...

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Blossom Pin C.1940 No 65. Stylised blossom floral pin brooch. Measures approximately 2.00 x 1.50 inches. Weight:15.80 grams. Full Georg Jensen Sterling D...

Circa 1940s 14k Yellow Gold Pagoda form Charm Pendant, measuring 1 3/4 inches in length X 1 1/2 inches and weighing 22.7 grams. The center featuring a finely detailed carved Coral Co...

This vintage engagement ring boasts a dazzling old European cut diamond set in prongs. The center diamond is a remarkable 3.42 carat, GIA-certified as I color and SI1 clarity. Along ...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: White Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm X Width 24mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewel / Caliber 750 B DIAL / HANDS: Original with Arabic Numerals / ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Leather, 17mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT Through the American civil war and two World Wars, and beyond, Waltham's legacy and spirit lives on in this wonderful vintage watch. It is truly a representation of the idea of American Exceptionalism. The wonderfully crafted design is timeless. Even after 100 years or more, this watch can dependably be worn, used and counted on to get you there on time, every time. It is versatile enough to be worn for all types of occasions and various clothes. Wear it with a suit or even for more casual occasions but, certainly, feel confident that you are wearing a piece of history. The Waltham Watch Company was an American watch manufacturing house founded in 1850 in Roxbury, Massachusetts. It was the first American company to mass-produce watches using interchangeable parts. The company's watches were known for their quality and affordability, and they quickly became popular with consumers. Waltham played a major role in the development of the American watch industry as well as establishing the concept of “mass produced” products. By the way, Henry Ford was a watchmaker, and he was inspired to build cars the same way Waltham Watches were produced, for the masses with interchangeable parts. Waltham’s success helped to make the United States a major player in the global watch market as well as promote the idea of “industrialization.” Before the Waltham Watch Company, watches were generally produced by hand, in “cottage” industries. They were owned by the wealthier class or the “working class” that needed to know the time. The company's affordable watches made them accessible to a wider range of people and helped to change the way people thought about time. Prior to this, people used their local Church bells to direct them in their daily lives. The Company continued to grow and prosper throughout the 19th century. During the American Civil War, they supplied watches to the military, and of course they grew because of this association. In 1885, they moved their headquarters to Waltham, Massachusetts, and changed their name to the American Waltham Watch Company. Waltham was a major exhibitor at the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago. The company's exhibit at the exposition was housed in a large pavilion that was designed to resemble a factory. The pavilion was filled with watches of all shapes and sizes, as well as machinery used in the manufacturing process. The exhibit was a major success, and it helped to raise the profile of Waltham watches around the world. Amongst the visitors at the exhibition was a contingent from Switzerland. When they realized what Waltham was doing, they quickly understood that their methods were outdated and soon enough they would be a country unable to compete. They also went to the Waltham factory for a visit after the exhibition. It is said that they purchased a few of Waltham’s higher grade movements. The director of the factory said he would have them “adjusted” before they left, but they said it was not necessary. When they arrived back in Switzerland, they checked them and were shocked at the level of quality and accuracy. This prompted them to buy some of the equipment that Waltham was using so they could start building better watches that were less expensive and more accurate. Some of that machinery ended up in the small town of Schaffhausen and became The International Watch Company. They are still in business today making exceptional watches. The military, for any nation, is a powerful source of revenue for industrial contracts. So, any industry would prosper during war and Waltham continued to be a supplier to the military for over 100 years. Through WW 1...

Nettie Rosenstein key brooch circa 1940s of rose gold plated sterling silver, decorated with a rhodium plated sterling Fleur de Lis motif of crys...

Equisite Gold Retro Period Bracelet by Mossalone.

Genuine Original Art Deco Antique from 1930s Wedding Band .21ct Diamond Platinum Anniversary Ring Presents 7 Clean and Colorless Natural Mined Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds Guara...

Reja Retro brooch of a focal faux pale blue amythest square cut stone with crystal baguette accents and crystal rhinestone pave. Set into a dimensional Retro fretwork shell of pale ...

Striking Retro Sterling Vermeil Aquamarine Spray from the 1940's. Large scaled floral brooch in sterling with rose gold wash, pave accents and oval faux aquamarines. Unsigned. 3.75" ...

One Retro French Diamond Two Tone Ring. Featuring one old European cut diamond weighing approximately 1.00 carat, graded O-P color, SI1 clarity. Accented...

Amazingly designed and masterfully handcrafted in platinum, these unusual avant-garde ear clips are truly a piece of art on the ear. Curved platinum tubes curve outward, each set wit...

A 14k white gold engagement ring and wedding band set features a pear-cut diamond as the centerpiece. The rings, weighing a total of 3.8 grams an...

Large and unusual DeRosa Retro Lucite Acorn Clip from the 1940's. Gilt metal with pink lucite scored caps in a retro acorn design. Pave crystal detailing along spine and within pierc...

Genuine Original Antique Art Deco from 1930s-1940s Granat Bros Anniversary Band Diamond Platinum Wedding Ring Features 4 Matching Clean and Colorless Natural Round Brilliant Cut ...

Cartier gold mousetrap link bracelet. A yellow gold articulated bracelet comprised of seventeen sections of tubular woven mousetrap links, flowing with m...