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What is the origin of the word jewelry?
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The origin of the word jewelry dates back to Old French. It comes from the word “jouel,” which refers to a jewel or a cut and polished gemstone. In turn, the Old French term emerged from the Latin “jocale,” which meant "plaything." On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry.
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Chanel Gold Lion Cross Layered Chain Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS:
Hallmark: CHANEL
Made in France
Gold Plated
Collection 23
The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear
Measurements: Chain Length approx. 30"
Comes with box
IMPO...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold
Vintage genuine pink quartz gemstone beaded hand knotted long necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• natural quartz beads
• vintage beaded necklace
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku A70
❤️❤️ VINTAGE...
Category
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Quartz
Antique 18ct Gold, Edwardian Bloodstone Fob Pendent
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Bloodstone Fob
18ct Gold Hallmarked
Makers Mark JG & S
Circa 1910
* The chain is sold separately
An elegant Edwardian fob pendant crafted in 18ct gold, set with a ...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Chalcedony, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 18ct Gold, Victorian Ruby & Diamond Carved Ring, Hallmarked London 1887
Located in Brighton, GB
Victorian Carved Ring
18ct Gold
Hallmarked London 1887
Makers Mark E B
Discover the elegance of our exquisite 18ct yellow gold Victorian ring, a true masterpiece showcasing a ...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Band Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Platinum, 1920s Original Art Deco Rectangular Sapphire & Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Sapphire Art Deco Ring
Platinum
Circa 1920s
Step into the elegance of the 1920s with this stunning Art Deco ring, featuring a captivating rectangular-shaped natural sapphire at i...
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Edwardian Cushion Cut Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire & Diamond Ring
18ct Gold & Platinum
Circa 1910
A striking and sophisticated original Edwardian ring, crafted in 18ct gold and platinum, centred around a ...
Category
Early 20th Century Edwardian Cluster Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
