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How can you tell if a necklace is vintage?

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How can you tell if a necklace is vintage?
To tell if a necklace is vintage, one approach is to conduct research using trusted online resources. Start by looking for hallmarks and then use the maker's mark to identify the brand that produced it. From there, you can look at online catalogues and reference guides to determine approximately when your jewelry was made. A necklace is vintage if it is between 20 and 99 years old. Another option is to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler help you with the dating process. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage necklaces.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
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Art Deco Diamond Square Cut Cabochon Blue-Green Opal 18K White Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Fine Art Deco diamond, square cut cabochon blue-green opal and 18K white and yellow gold pendant Early 20th Ccentury Exquisite, elegant Art Deco period diamond, blue-green opal 18K w...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Italy 14k Yellow & White Gold Link Necklace 16.5" Long 6 mm Wide 14.36 Grams
Located in Eagan, MN
This is a very beautiful chain. It is very well made. It is 16.5" long and 6 mm wide and made in Italy. It is stamped as such. The weight in grams is 14.36. It is pre-owned, wel...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Choker Necklaces

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14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold Starfish Pendant Necklace LARGE
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold Starfish Pendant Necklace LARGE Metal: 18K yellow gold Weight: 7.70 grams Chain: 18" Pendant: 47mm(1.85") long x 42.5mm(1.67") wide, LARGE siz...
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2010s Spanish Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Antique 15ct Yellow Gold Edwardian Amethyst, Pearl & Peridot Suffragette Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Suffragette Pendant 15ct Gold Circa 1910 * The chain is sold separately Edwardian pendant dating to around 1910, crafted in 15ct yellow gold. Set with a central amethyst...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold 5 Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold 5 Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K yellow Gold Weight: 9.0 grams Chain: 16" Pendant: 16mm wide Diamond: 5 round brilliant diamonds, carat tota...
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

14k Solid Yellow Gold 7.23CT Natural Opal 0.4CT Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Naples, NY
Oh my! This necklace is gorgeous! Spectacular 14k solid yellow gold pendant featuring a 7.23 carat gem-quality opal in a classy pear shape. The pendant also has a 0.4-carat fine d...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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