29 antique jewelry gifts to buy right now!

It’s December 16th. If you’re planning on buying someone jewelry online for the holidays and you haven’t done it yet, your hour has come.

Lucky for you, I’ve rounded up some fantastic, currently-available antique jewelry for you right here. Just a few clicks of the mouse or taps of the screen remain between you and that warm “Yes I DID remember to buy that gift” feeling.

Art Deco onyx marquise ring ($340) / Vintage cameo ring ($345)
Art Deco simulated topaz ring ($270)

We’re going to look at a wide range of styles and prices here today – starting at pieces around $100, because jewelry doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg to be spectacular.

And remember: you deserve gifts too! Treat yourself, darlings.

Antique Art Nouveau locket ($160) / Antique star and moon locket with diamonds ($895)

Buying antique jewelry as gift can feel intimidating if you’re not a jewelry nut yourself, but as long as you buy from a reputable dealer and pay attention to all the details of the piece before you purchase there’s no reason to be nervous.

I’m only linking to dealers here that I know and trust. If none of these pieces strikes your fancy or you want more options, click through and check out what else they may have.

Antique pearl and diamond ring ($450) / Late 1800’s amethyst ring ($345)
Victorian conversion ring ($205)

Please note: while these pieces were all available when I wrote this post, remember that antique jewelry is one of a kind and once these babies are gone, they’re gone! If you fall in love, don’t wait – and remember to ask about shipping times.

Silver Art Nouveau locket with daisies ($245).

I think this locket is fantastic. The design has such a dynamic feeling of movement and because it’s silver with a paste gem, you get a whole lot of unique antique style for your dollar here.

Victorian flat cut garnet brooch pendant ($172.50) / Victorian garnet shamrock pin ($157.50)
Garnet snowflake pendant ($112)

I love garnet for winter. This is two brooches and one pendant. Can’t you picture any one of these glowing warmly against a soft gray sweater?

Antique Art Deco white gold pendant ($395) / Victorian banded agate snake pendant ($950)

Antique Art Deco platinum and 14K bracelet with diamonds and sapphires ($1,700).

If you want to blow someone’s mind, buy them this bracelet. Seriously. It looks like magic. Who could resist this kind of ethereal platinum spiderwebbing?

Victorian turquoise and diamond pansy ring ($325) / Vintage amethyst and pearl ring ($360)
Gold Victorian puzzle ring ($950)

An antique Victorian natural pearl lavalier necklace ($700).

If the person you’re buying jewelry for is an Elvish princess, this lavalier would be an excellent pick. So spectacularly pretty!

Art Deco twin emerald and diamond ring ($5,950) / Edwardian aquamarine and diamond ring ($1,750)

We jumped up in price point for a moment, but it’s worth it. How delicious are these babies? I’m particularly in love with the emerald ring. I suspect it may have magical powers.

Victorian locket with turquoise and enamel ($995) / Victorian sterling silver locket ($695)
Victorian era portrait locket ($1,295)

More lockets! I love love love lockets as a gift. You can put a keepsake inside or leave it empty. Mr. DitL gave me one for Christmas a year or two ago and I keep a note from him hidden inside it.

A Victorian silver and enamel bangle ($225)

This lovely piece is listed as delicate, but it’s so pretty that it would be worth the careful handling. It would go with anything.

Art Nouveau enamel flower necklace ($1,250).

I love Art Nouveau enamel flowers. So elegant and romantic! This one is particularly delicate; look at the detailing of the individual veins in the petals.

Edwardian mixed metal zircon pendant ($395) / Krementz Edwardian platinum & sapphire lavalier ($1,695)
Late Victorian pearl and diamond pendant ($395)

It’s hard to beat a lavalier. They’re so pretty and delicate that each one feels special, even though they’re not an uncommon antique design. Any one of these would be a delight to unwrap.

That’s all I’ve got for you! Happy hunting, darlings.

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