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Retro Jewelry Designs

The Retro jewelry period spans the years between 1935 and 1950. This was war-time in Europe and America and women joined the work force to lend their support. Women's wardrobe fashion dictated a severe silhouette with tight fitting jackets and skirts so jewelry designs were the exact opposite with feminine motifs and soft curves.

Retro Jewelry Designs

Jewelry during the Retro Jewelry Period became bolder, brighter and more whimsical. Gold regained popularity during the Retro period as platinum was being used for the war effort and was not available to jewelry craftsman. It was during the Retro jewelry period that different colors of gold became popular -- yellow gold was combined with rose gold and green gold in striking combinations. In Retro jewelry, everything was bigger and bolder. Gemstones like aquamarines and citrines were fashioned in rectangular cuts and massive proportions. Hollywood glamor and glitz favored anything that was big, bold, colorful, and exciting. Cocktails rings were all the rage along with oversized bracelets, watches and rings. Colored gemstones were favorites along with synthetic rubies and sapphires.


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Antique Sapphire Engagement Ring
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Antique Sapphire Engagement Ring

Like a mermaid emerging from the depths of the sea, this antique sapphire engagement ring lends charm and beauty to the finger. The 14k white gold setting of this antique engagement ring has a raised square top-setting inside which lies a round faceted mixed cut blue sapphire. Nestled on each side of the 0.66-carat sapphire is a round full cut diamond. These two accenting diamonds have a combined weight of 0.07 carats. Circa 1950. Size 5.0

Antique
Sapphire
Engagement
Rings

  Item
RG-2550
$1295.00
  Shipping Fees
USA,APO,FPO $25
International $105
 
Vintage 1950's Three Strand Pearl Necklace
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Vintage 1950's Three Strand Pearl Necklace

Like droplets of milky cream, this vintage 1950s three strand pearl necklace bathes the neckline in liquid shimmer. One hundred ninety-three light cream cultured Akoya pearls are arranged in a three strand, graduated, nested design. The 14k white gold clasp of this 1950s pearl necklace is fashioned in a floral design and is accented with nine round full cut diamonds that total 0.17 carats. Circa 1950 or later

Antique
Pearl
Necklaces

  Item
NK-1907
$2330.00
  Shipping Fees
USA,APO,FPO $35
International $125
 
Vintage 1950's Antique Pearl Necklace
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Vintage 1950's Antique Pearl Necklace

This vintage 1950s antique pearl necklace is strung with 108 dark cream cultured Akoya pearls. A 14k white gold navette shaped clasp joins the strand. This filigree accent is centered with a matching spherical Akoya pearl that is slightly larger than the pearls that encircle the antique necklace. Circa 1950 or later

Antique
Pearl
Necklaces

  Item
NK-2511
$650.25
  Shipping Fees
USA,APO,FPO $20
International $85
 
1950's Classic Aquamarine Engagement Ring
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1950's Classic Aquamarine Engagement Ring

This 1950s classic aquamarine engagement ring shines softly with a greenish blue hue. Constructed of 14k white gold, the band of this 1950s engagement ring is shoulder set with a collection of four round full cut diamonds. This classic engagement ring’s diamond petals flank an 8.79 carat oval faceted mixed cut aquamarine. Circa 1950 or later. Size 6.0

Antique
Aquamarine
Engagement
Rings

  Item
RG-2309
$2595.00
  Shipping Fees
USA,APO,FPO $35
International $125
 
Bow and Ribbon Antique Pearl Engagement Ring
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Bow and Ribbon Antique Pearl Engagement Ring

This antique pearl engagement ring brings to mind twinkling fireworks bursting against a full moon backdrop. The 18k white gold band of this antique engagement ring fans out at the shoulders in a bow and ribbon design. The ribbons are accented with 20 round single cut diamonds for a total diamond weight of 0.17 carats. This antique engagement ring’s pièce de résistence is a silver white semi-spherical pearl. Circa 1950 or later. Size 5.0 scant

Antique
Pearl
Engagement
Rings

  Item
RG-2534
$1350.00
  Shipping Fees
USA,APO,FPO $25
International $105
 
1940's Aquamarine Antique Engagement Ring in Platinum
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1940's Aquamarine Antique Engagement Ring in Platinum

Like bluebells unfurling in spring, this 1940's antique engagement ring is sure to delight. The iridium-platinum band of this antique engagement ring is shoulder set with two straight baguette cut diamonds totaling 0.14 carats. The platinum-set diamond baguettes flank a captivating round faceted mixed cut aquamarine that weighs 1.11 carats. Circa 1940. Size 4.0

Antique
Aquamarine
Platinum
Engagement
Rings

  Item
RG-2539
$2475.00
  Shipping Fees
USA,APO,FPO $35
International $125
 
Antique Retro Citrine Cocktail Ring
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Antique Retro Citrine Cocktail Ring

This antique Retro citrine cocktail ring glows with the ambience of a bonfire. The platinum-tipped 18k yellow gold band of this cocktail ring provides a gilded backdrop for the emerald cut citrine that centerpieces it. This 10.44 gemstone is accented at the shoulders with a collection of ten pyramid-set rose cut diamonds. The total diamond weight of this antique Retro citrine cocktail ring is 0.12 carats. Circa 1930s or later. Size 6.75

Antique
Retro
Citrine
Cocktail
Rings

  Item
RG-918
$1495.00
  Shipping Fees
USA,APO,FPO $25
International $105
 
Antique Retro Aquamarine Engagement Ring
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Antique Retro Aquamarine Engagement Ring

This antique Retro aquamarine engagement ring's design combines two of the most popular blue gemstones -- aquamarine and sapphire. The 14k yellow gold band of this antique engagement ring is accented with six round faceted blue sapphires. The piece de resistance, however, is this Retro engagement ring’s stunning emerald cut aquamarine which weighs approximately 11.32 carats. Antique Retro aquamarine engagement rings like this one are perfect for the bride-to-be who loves blue. Circa 1940s to 1950s. Size 7.0

Antique
Retro
Aquamarine
Engagement
Rings

  Item
RG-1306
$1595.00
  Shipping Fees
USA,APO,FPO $25
International $105
 
1950s Pearl and Diamond Engagement Ring
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1950s Pearl and Diamond Engagement Ring

A silvery white pearl emerges from the 14k white gold band of this 1950s engagement ring. A collection of ten round full cut diamonds surround the pearl like crystalline water. The combined weight of this 1950s engagement ring’s diamonds is 0.50 carats. Circa 1950s or later. Size 5.25 full

Antique
Pearl
Diamond
Engagement
Rings

  Item
RG-2279
$995.00
  Shipping Fees
USA,APO,FPO $20
International $85
 
1950's Pearl and Diamond Earrings
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1950's Pearl and Diamond Earrings

1950s pearl and diamond earrings bring to mind a magnolia tree in bloom with white blossoms. The cluster arrangement of these 14k white gold earrings lends a sophisticated touch to the ear lobe. Twelve spherical creamy white pearls swirl down the center of these earrings. Meandering between the pearls and flaring out from them like starbursts are a collection of eighteen round single cut diamonds. The diamonds accenting these 1950s earrings total 0.20 carats. Circa 1955

Antique
Pearl
Earrings

  Item
EA-2227
$1135.00
  Shipping Fees
USA,APO,FPO $25
International $105
 
Antique Diamond Wedding Ring
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Antique Diamond Wedding Ring

Two diamond streams weave in and out of this elegant antique diamond wedding ring in 14k white gold. Fourteen round full cut diamonds accent this antique diamond wedding ring for a total diamond weight of 0.54 carats. The color range of the diamonds is G to I and the clarity range is VVS1 to VS1. Circa 1940s. Size 7.75

Antique
Diamond
Wedding
Rings

  Item
RG-2111
$1495.00
  Shipping Fees
USA,APO,FPO $25
International $105
 
Retro Modern Ruby Ring in Rose Gold
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Retro Modern Ruby Ring in Rose Gold

The iridescent curved appeal of a beachside conch shell comes to mind with this Retro Modern ruby ring in rose gold. The 14k rose gold band of this Retro Modern ring provides a romantic backdrop for the collection of eleven rubies that accent it. Totaling 1.55 carats, the rubies are inner swirled with a crescent of eight round single cut and two round full cut diamonds. Inside the crescent lies an old style round brilliant cut diamond. The total diamond weight of all eleven diamonds that accent this Retro Modern ruby ring is 0.60 carats. Circa 1940. Size 8.5

Antique
Retro
Ruby
Rings

  Item
RG-2281
$3495.00
  Shipping Fees
USA,APO,FPO $35
International $125
 
Antique Retro Aquamarine Ring
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Antique Retro Aquamarine Ring

This antique Retro aquamarine ring is like a cascading water fall tumbling into a quiet pool. The 18k yellow gold band of this antique ring is topped with 18K white gold milgraining and is enhanced with six single cut round diamonds. The cut-cornered rectangular aquamarine that serves as this Retro ring’s showcase gemstone weighs approximately 2.20 carats. Circa 1950s. Size 8.75

Antique
Retro
Aquamarine
Ring

  Item
RG-1294
$1525.00
  Shipping Fees
USA,APO,FPO $25
International $105
 
1950s Mabe Pearl and Diamond Antique Ring
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1950s Mabe Pearl and Diamond Antique Ring

1950s Mabe pearl and diamond antique rings like this one bring to mind a star-studded milky moon. The unique 18k white gold design gives the illusion that its focal point light creamy white round Mabe pearl is hovering inside a diamond orbit. A collection of twenty-five round single cut diamonds cradles the Mabe pearl for a total diamond weight of 0.32 carats. Circa 1950. Size 7.0 full

Antique
Pearl
Rings

  Item
RG-1628
$1495.00
  Shipping Fees
USA,APO,FPO $25
International $105
 
Retro Citrine Cocktail Ring
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Retro Citrine Cocktail Ring

A coppery golden moon shines its light on your finger in this Retro citrine cocktail ring. The 14k yellow gold band of this Retro cocktail ring provides a tonal backdrop for the yellow-orange citrine that centerpieces it. The round faceted mixed cut focal point quartz gemstone weighs 10.81 carats. A rose and green gold trimmed handmade mounting lends custom appeal to Retro citrine rings like this one. Circa 1940s. Size 6.75

Antique
Retro
Citrine
Cocktail
Rings

  Item
RG-1295
$1250.00
  Shipping Fees
USA,APO,FPO $25
International $105
 
Retro Cabachon Sapphire Engagement Ring
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Retro Cabachon Sapphire Engagement Ring

Brilliant constellations spiral across the inky night firmament in this Retro cabochon sapphire engagement ring. Cabochon sapphire engagement rings like this one create a starlit ambience. The 14k white gold band of this Retro sapphire engagement ring swirls the finger with fourteen round single cut and baguette diamonds for a total weight of approximately 0.26 carats. This Retro engagement ring’s spotlight gemstone, a round cabochon blue sapphire, weighs 3.40 carats. Circa 1950s. Size 5.0

Antique
Retro
Sapphire
Engagement
Rings

  Item
RG-1375
$1125.00
  Shipping Fees
USA,APO,FPO $25
International $105
 
Rose Gold Antique Retro Wedding Ring
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Rose Gold Antique Retro Wedding Ring

This antique Retro wedding ring combines polished rose gold with a braided design. Made of 14k rose gold, the wide band of this antique wedding ring is designed in 3 sections. One rose gold coiled rope sits between two satiny smooth bands in a texturally intriguing pattern. Circa 1940s. Size 7.25

Antique
Retro
Wedding
Rings

  Item
RG-1215
$699.00
  Shipping Fees
USA,APO,FPO $20
International $85
 

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