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How can you tell if earrings are vintage?

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How can you tell if earrings are vintage?
One way to tell if earrings are vintage is to research the maker. Search for maker's markings on the backs and then look up these marks using trusted online resources. From there, you can find out when the jewelry maker produced pieces similar to yours. Generally, earrings produced between 20 and 100 years ago are vintage. Another method for dating earrings is to examine their details closely. Most vintage earrings will show some signs of wear, such as faint scratches or tarnishing. You can also have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer date your earrings for you. Shop a wide range of vintage earrings on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
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14k Y Gold 6 Carat Fantasy Cut Amethyst & .06 Carat Diamond Handmade Earrings
Located in Eagan, MN
These earrings are really striking! They are handmade and you can see it's unique and fabulous cut in the photos. The lines on the Amethyst are part of the design. and they also ha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Stud Earrings

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Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

New Madagascar 2.42 carat Red Ruby & Red Sapphire Y Gold PL Sterling Earrings
Located in Eagan, MN
These earrings are so cool. They make their own statement. The main stones are from Africa and is just exquisite. They are very high quality stones. They are cabochon stones and a...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Stud Earrings

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Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold

18K Yellow Gold 1.30 Carat Emerald Tear Drop Stud Earrings
Located in Eagan, MN
I love these earrings. The design is simple and elegant. There are 2 pear cut .65 carat emeralds in each earring. Both earrings total 1.30 carats of emeralds. The earrings are s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Stud Earrings

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Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

New 3.65 Carat Amethyst & Diamond Cut Sapphire Sterling Earrings
Located in Eagan, MN
These are very beautiful and rich looking set of halo earrings. The stones are from Africa. They are beautiful round cut stones and are 1.92 carats each totaling 3.65 carats. They a...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Stud Earrings

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Amethyst, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

14K White Gold 1.50 Carat Diamond Dangle Post Earrings w Appraisal
Located in Eagan, MN
These are just beautiful earrings. I love the design. The are pre-owned but in excellent condition. They were very well cared for and you can tell they are quality made earrings. ...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Dangle Earrings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

New 6 Carat Trillion Cut Dominican Larimar & Diamond Cut Sapphire Earrings
Located in Eagan, MN
Just beautiful blue stones from the Dominican Republic. The stones are Trillion cut and measure 10 mm. The have a beautiful Asian style top that is covered in diamond cut white sap...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Stud Earrings

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Sapphire, Larimar, Silver, Sterling Silver

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