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How can you tell if estate jewelry is real?

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How can you tell if estate jewelry is real?
To tell if estate jewelry is real, first look for hallmarks. Pieces crafted out of sterling silver, platinum, gold and other precious metals usually feature markings to identify their materials. You can find images of these markings on trusted online resources and compare them to your pieces. Maker's marks can also be a good indication. Some jewelry makers specialize in costume jewelry, which is less likely to feature genuine materials, while others produce fine jewelry, which is usually made of real gemstones and precious metals. If you still have questions about your pieces, a certified appraiser or experienced jeweler can assist you. Shop a large collection of antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
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Marquise Ruby (10ctw) and Diamond (5ctw) Bracelet 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Ruby and Diamond Bracelet in 14K Yellow Gold. The bracelet features approximately 10ctw of marquise cut rubies and 5ctw of marquise cut diamonds. The bracelet measures 7 inches in le...
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Vintage 1980s Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Gold 0.50ct Deep Red Ruby & 0.18ct Diamond Classic Sunburst Pendant Enhancer
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
A beautiful and quality cocktail pendant enhancer. This beautiful piece is crafted in our workshop using 18K solid yellow gold and the front coated with white gold. The piece is ador...
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20th Century Thai Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 18ct Gold, Opal & Diamond Round Cluster Ring, Hallmarked London 1970
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Opal Cluster Ring 18ct Gold Hallmarked London 1970 Step back in time with this exquisite vintage 1970s cluster ring, a true statement piece that captures the elegance of...
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Late 20th Century English Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold

JUDITH LEIBER Enamel Frog Earrings With Glass Cabochon Stones
Located in Atlanta, GA
Jump for joy over a precious pair of Judith Leiber enamel frog clip-on earrings. The gold plated earrings are decorated with ivory color enameling and glass cabochon stones in shade...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Rose Gold Filled CZ Bezel Faceted Quartz Link Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a rose gold filled CZ bezel quartz link necklace with tassel pendant. We created this Y necklace with six of 28x14mm oval and four of 14x14mm round faceted London blue quart...
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2010s American Artisan Link Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Gold-filled

Vintage Platinum, 1960s Cushion Cut Aquamarine & Calibrated Ruby Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Aquamarine Cocktail Ring Platinum Tested Circa 1960s Step into a world of elegance with this fabulous vintage cocktail ring from the 1960s. At its heart lies a mesmerisin...
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Mid-20th Century European Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Ruby, Platinum

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