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What are old brooches made of?
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Old brooches may be made of a variety of materials. Silver and gold are the most commonly used, but some may be fashioned out of brass, nickel and other metals. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and modern brooches.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
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Vintage Castlecliff Renaissance Sterling Silver & Sapphire Paste Necklace 1940s
By Castlecliff
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Sterling Silver Vintage Castlecliff Sapphire Paste Necklace inspired by Renaissance jewellery styles. The delicate sterling silver scroll and lea...
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Vintage 1940s Chain Necklaces
Castlecliff Jeweled Cuff Set
By Castlecliff
Located in New York, NY
An assembled suite by Castlecliff and Kramer. The cuff is made by Castlecliff and has colored "gems" set in an engraved gilded ground. The clip earrings by Kramer match well and have...
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Vintage 1960s American More Jewelry
1970s Castlecliff Runway Asian Motif Gilded VRBA Statement Necklace, Signed
By Castlecliff
Located in McKinney, TX
- 21" length
- 6.5" x 3.25" drop pendant area
- Gold plated
- Clasp closure
- Chinoiserie motif
- Designed by Lawrence (Larry) Vrba for Castlecliff
- Signed Castlecliff on verso
- Ci...
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Drop Necklaces
$788 Sale Price
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Castlecliff Vintage Braided Twisted Gold and Silver Metal Bracelet Signed
By Castlecliff
Located in North Miami, FL
This stunning period bracelet looks authentic and real by Castlecliff. It is finely lined with a brushed satin finish on the metals. Has a modern elegance to it. Gold plated and silv...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Cuff Bracelets
Materials
Gold, Silver
Vintage Gold Tone Flexible XO Bracelet Cuff Circa 1980s
By Castlecliff
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Gold Tone Flexible XO Bracelet Cuff Circa 1980s. This is a very classic bracelet but with a twist. In the 1980s, the XO was all the rage. I love a ...
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Cuff Bracelets
Materials
Mixed Metal
Castlecliff Early Paste and Pearl Bracelet
By Castlecliff
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Castlecliff sterling paste and faux pearl bracelet in the Edwardian style. Small size. Length 6". clasp 1.25" x 2.50". USA 1950's.
Founded in 1918 by Clifford Furst & Jo...
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Vintage 1950s American Beaded Bracelets
Materials
Sterling Silver