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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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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

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

Vintage 18ct White Gold, 1940s Large Aquamarine & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Aquamarine Cocktail Ring 18ct White Gold Circa 1940s Step into timeless elegance with this exquisite 18ct white gold cocktail ring from the 1940s, showcasing a striking e...
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Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Pendant Zodiac Constellation Fish Enamel solid 18K Gold / 3.5 gr
Located in SE
A pendant in solid 18K Yellow Gold with fine enameled depiction of Fish Constellation. Hallmarked 750 , hand- made in Italy, c. 1950s - 1960s. Measures Ø 19 mm / 25 mm long with bai...
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Vintage 1930s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Syna Yellow Gold Lemon Quartz Sugarloaf Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Lemon Quartz 6 carats approx. Diamonds 0.11 carat approx. Chain sold separately About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Drawing inspiration from...
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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