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Men's Jewelry

Nothing defines “well-dressed” as fittingly as an artfully-appointed man, and part of that appointment is the wearing of jewelry. The tradition of men’s jewelry dates back several centuries, with Englishman Sir Walter Raleigh often credited as initiating its popularity.

In the later years of the 16th century, Raleigh, a writer, explorer, courtier, and above all gentleman, began to wear a magnificent double-pearl earring (documented in his 1558 portrait, now in London’s National Portrait Gallery). Soon after, men increasingly began wearing such jewels, with new manners of adornment emerging in subsequent centuries. Decorated watch chains and fobs arose in the 18th century, and signet rings bearing the wearer’s family crest became essential accouterments.

Men’s jewelry became more subdued over the course of the 20th century. The English Duke of Bedford’s "Book of Snobs" (1965), for example, advocated for only the most reserved occasions for men’s jewels and in many ways reflected popular opinion of men’s dress of the era. Nevertheless, the rich history of men’s jewelry lives on in striking antique and vintage pieces today.

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22" SOLID 14K YELLOW GOLD MEN'S ROPE NECKLACE
Jun 14, 1:00 PM EDT
22" SOLID 14K YELLOW GOLD MEN'S ROPE NECKLACE
by Florida Estate Sales Inc.
Est: $2,900- $10,000
$1,75015 Bids
Handmade 18k Yellow Gold Gents Ring Set With 3.08cts Of Diamonds
Jul 24, 6:00 PM AEST
Handmade 18k Yellow Gold Gents Ring Set With 3.08cts Of Diamonds
by Pfeffer's Auctions
Est: AUD4,000- AUD6,000
AUD52515 Bids
PR 1873 U.S. LIBERTY HEAD $2 1/2 GOLD COIN CUFFLINKS
Jul 11, 10:00 AM EDT
PR 1873 U.S. LIBERTY HEAD $2 1/2 GOLD COIN CUFFLINKS
by Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
Est: $800- $900
$65011 Bids
Maison Agry Rare 18k Gold Essex Crystal Order of St. George Mens Cufflinks
Aug 14, 12:00 PM EDT
Maison Agry Rare 18k Gold Essex Crystal Order of St. George Mens Cufflinks
by Hess Fine Art
Est: $2,000- $3,000
$3008 Bids
VINTAGE STAR SAPPHIRE AND 14K GOLD GENT'S RING
Jul 11, 10:00 AM EDT
VINTAGE STAR SAPPHIRE AND 14K GOLD GENT'S RING
by Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
Est: $500- $700
$2758 Bids
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Men's 10k Gold Diamond & Grey Star Sapphire Ring
Jul 17, 10:00 AM EDT
Men's 10k Gold Diamond & Grey Star Sapphire Ring
by Berner's Auction Gallery
Est: $10- $10,000
$607 Bids
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Men's 14k Yellow Gold & Solitaire Diamond Ring
Jul 24, 10:00 AM EDT
Men's 14k Yellow Gold & Solitaire Diamond Ring
by Berner's Auction Gallery
Est: $10- $10,000
$2507 Bids
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Pair 14KT Gold and Red Stone Cufflinks
Jul 13, 12:00 PM EDT
Pair 14KT Gold and Red Stone Cufflinks
by Lion and Unicorn
Est: $50- $200
$1907 Bids
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1945 Walking Liberty Silver Dollar Clip
Jul 17, 10:00 AM EDT
1945 Walking Liberty Silver Dollar Clip
by Berner's Auction Gallery
Est: $10- $10,000
$356 Bids
Asahi Shoten Yokohama Men's Cufflinks & Stud Sets
Jul 09, 11:00 AM EDT
Asahi Shoten Yokohama Men's Cufflinks & Stud Sets
by MiddleManBrokers
Est: $1- $1,000
$206 Bids
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14k Gold And Diamond Horseshoe Men's Ring
Jul 17, 10:00 AM EDT
14k Gold And Diamond Horseshoe Men's Ring
by Berner's Auction Gallery
Est: $10- $10,000
$3006 Bids
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Men's 14k Yellow Gold & 3 Diamond Ring
Jul 24, 10:00 AM EDT
Men's 14k Yellow Gold & 3 Diamond Ring
by Berner's Auction Gallery
Est: $10- $10,000
$1904 Bids
14K GOLD TIE CLIP
Jul 11, 10:00 AM EDT
14K GOLD TIE CLIP
by Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
Est: $300- $500
$1504 Bids
Pair 14K Gold, Sapphire Art Deco Cufflinks (2pc)
Jul 12, 4:00 PM EDT
Pair 14K Gold, Sapphire Art Deco Cufflinks (2pc)
by J. James Auctioneers and Appraisers
Est: $400- $800
$3254 Bids
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800 Silver Mother Of Pearl Cameo Cuff Links
Jul 17, 10:00 AM EDT
800 Silver Mother Of Pearl Cameo Cuff Links
by Berner's Auction Gallery
Est: $10- $10,000
$94 Bids
ART DECO 14K WHITE GOLD MEN'S RING
Jul 11, 10:00 AM EDT
ART DECO 14K WHITE GOLD MEN'S RING
by Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
Est: $300- $500
$1504 Bids
Solid 14k Yellow Gold Hand Engraved Money Clip
Jul 24, 6:00 PM AEST
Solid 14k Yellow Gold Hand Engraved Money Clip
by Pfeffer's Auctions
Est: AUD2,000- AUD3,000
AUD303 Bids
A Pair of Gentleman's Gemstone Rings in 10K
Jul 17, 12:00 AM EDT
A Pair of Gentleman's Gemstone Rings in 10K
by Alex Cooper
Est: $400- $600
$2253 Bids
Mixed Group of Vintage Mens Cufflinks and More
Jul 15, 11:00 AM EDT
Mixed Group of Vintage Mens Cufflinks and More
by Bodnar's Auction Sales
Est: $50- $100
$253 Bids
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S. Kirk & Son Sterling Silver Clip
Jul 17, 10:00 AM EDT
S. Kirk & Son Sterling Silver Clip
by Berner's Auction Gallery
Est: $10- $10,000
$182 Bids
Two 18ct Yellow Gold Tie Pins
Jul 13, 11:00 AM AEST
Two 18ct Yellow Gold Tie Pins
by Davidson Auctions
Est: AUD200- AUD350
AUD2252 Bids
10k Yellow Gold Man in the Moon Ring
Jul 15, 10:00 AM CDT
10k Yellow Gold Man in the Moon Ring
by Revere Auctions
Est: $200- $400
$1252 Bids
Men's 14K Gold Diamond Ring
Jul 12, 4:00 PM EDT
Men's 14K Gold Diamond Ring
by J. James Auctioneers and Appraisers
Est: $500- $1,000
$2752 Bids
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Gents ring - jadiete
Jul 13, 11:00 AM AEST
Gents ring - jadiete
by Kim's Auction
Est: AUD400- AUD600
AUD1752 Bids

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