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At what age is jewelry considered antique?
Jewelry is considered antique once it is 100 years old. Pieces that are 20 to 99 years old are vintage. Contemporary is the term used to describe jewelry that is less than 20 years old. Explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
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Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole 18K White Gold Diamond Bracelet VCA Serial Number
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels Collection: Frivole Metal: 18K White Gold Diamond Weight: Approx. 0.05 ctw Weight: 2.4 g Length: 6 3/4 inches Stamped: VCA, Au750, serial number, French...
Category

Early 2000s French Modern Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Bow Brooches 18k Gold - 2 Pieces
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Magenta, IT
Van Cleef & Arpels, two bold and chunky clip brooches designed as a bow crafted in 18k yellow gold. Both stamped VCA 750 and serial number. Good condition, no defects. Two original...
Category

Late 20th Century French Contemporary Brooches

Materials

18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Perlée Sweet Clovers Diamond 18K White Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18k white gold Van Cleef & Arpels Perlée Sweet Clovers bracelet, small model. This elegant design features 40 round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.68 carats, graded ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

A Pair of Van Cleef & Arpels Pair of Diamond Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Rugby, England
Each set with brilliant-cut diamonds, length approximately 22mm, signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered, French maker's marks for Van Cleef & Arpels and assay marks for 18K gold. Each ...
Category

2010s French Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Van Cleef 8.90 carat cabochon sapphire diamond 18k yellow gold ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Van Cleef & Arpels ring from the 1980’s showcases a striking cabochon cut sapphire of approximately 8.90 carats, its deep blue glow framed by fourteen round brilliant cu...
Category

Vintage 1980s Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels "Résille" Suite
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Dating from 1971, this Van Cleef & Arpels 18K gold, coral and amethyst "Résille" suite is transformable from a dog collar into a pair of bracelets, and is accompanied by a pendant/br...
Category

Mid-20th Century Choker Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Coral, 18k Gold

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