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How do you identify vintage jewelry?

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How do you identify vintage jewelry?
To identify vintage jewelry, look for a maker's hallmark. You'll usually find it on a necklace, pin or earring clasp; the back of a pendant or earring or the inside of a bracelet or ring. Try snapping a photo of the hallmark and doing a reverse image search to quickly determine who produced it. If that doesn't work, you can look up the hallmark using trusted online reference resources or have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer assist you. Shop a large collection of vintage jewelry on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
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Vintage LES BERNARD natural Italian salmon red coral branches designer necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed LES BERNARD • natural Italian salmon red coral • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • 25" long, branches are approx 1/4" - 1 1/2" long CONDITION • ve...
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20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Large Double-Sided Carved Lapis Lazuli Pendant, Figural Bird Motif, Gold Bail
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
A substantial carved lapis lazuli pendant of notable scale, worked in relief on both sides with a continuous composition of birds among stylised foliage. Probably China, late 20th c...
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Vintage 1980s Chinese Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage SARAH COVENTRY signed gold tone faux pearls rhinestone designer necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed SARAH COVENTRY • gold tone with faux pearls and rhinestones • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • 16" long CONDITION • very good vintage condition wi...
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20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Mikimoto Akoya Pearl Necklace Suite, Diamond Pendant & Earrings, 18K Gold
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
A complete Mikimoto suite with versatility and recognisable design. A refined Mikimoto cultured Akoya pearl necklace suite, comprising a graduated strand of high-quality pearls, a d...
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1990s Japanese Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Early Fabergé Tiger’s Eye Cat, Diamond Collar, Sapphire Eyes, c.1880
Located in Chesterland, OH
A rare and early animal study attributed to Peter Carl Fabergé, dating to circa 1880—created at the very beginning of the period when Fabergé first introduced his celebrated series o...
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Antique Late 19th Century Russian Empire Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Akoya Cultured Pearl Opera Necklace 8.5–8.9mm Diamond and Gold Clasp Enhancer
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
A substantial and versatile Akoya cultured pearl opera necklace, composed of 82 well-matched pearls measuring approximately 8.5–8.9mm, offering a refined balance of scale, symmetry, ...
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1990s Japanese Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

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