1930s Costume Jewelry
Vintage 1930s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Collectible Jewelry
Copper
Vintage 1930s American Bangles
Vintage 1930s American Baroque Choker Necklaces
Crystal, Cultured Pearl
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Link Bracelets
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Link Bracelets
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Brass
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Link Bracelets
Vintage 1930s French Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Brass
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Brooches
Crystal, Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Vintage 1930s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1930s American Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Brass, Base Metal, Yellow Gold, Gilt Metal
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1920s American Artisan Brooches
Crystal, Base Metal
Vintage 1930s American Artist Brooches
Crystal, Brass, Yellow Gold, Gilt Metal
Vintage 1930s American Clamper Bracelets
Vintage 1920s American Artisan Brooches
Crystal, Base Metal
Vintage 1930s American Solitaire Rings
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1930s Czech Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Chain Necklaces
Yellow Gold, Base Metal, Gilt Metal
Vintage 1930s American Art Nouveau Brooches
Silver
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1930s More Rings
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches
Citrine, Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1930s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Vintage 1930s American Brooches
Base Metal
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Gold
Vintage 1930s American Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Beaded Bracelets
Crystal, Silver Plate, Base Metal
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1930s American Bangles
Vintage 1960s American Modern Drop Earrings
Mixed Metal
Vintage 1930s American Art Nouveau Dangle Earrings
Pearl, Brass, Gilt Metal, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s American Signet Rings
Hematite, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Brass, Yellow Gold, Gilt Metal
20th Century Clip-on Earrings
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Brass, Gilt Metal, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Mixed Metal
Vintage 1950s French Choker Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Base Metal
Vintage 1930s American Baroque Revival Brooches
Yellow Gold, Brass, Gilt Metal
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Marcasite, Base Metal
Vintage 1930s Egyptian Revival Cocktail Rings
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1930s Unknown Link Bracelets
Turquoise, Silver
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Bangles
Crystal, Silver
Early 20th Century French Artisan Drop Earrings
Brass
Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Beaded Bracelets
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Brooches
Base Metal, Enamel
Late 20th Century Central American Brooches
Crystal, Gold Plate, Enamel
Vintage 1930s Unknown Solitaire Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1940s American Brooches
Crystal, Gold Plate
Vintage 1940s American Brooches
Crystal, Gold Plate
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Brooches
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1960s American Brooches
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1940s American Brooches
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1930s Costume Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a 1930s Costume Jewelry?
- Is costume jewelry valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Costume jewelry is very desirable on the secondhand market. There are many collectible costume jewelry brands that are quite valuable.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Dior costume jewelry will tarnish over time if not properly taken care of. Be sure to avoid getting fragrances and creams on your jewelry, and clean your accessories every so often to help it last. Shop a collection of Dior jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Although costume jewelry is usually more affordable because many Chanel costume pieces have a timeless style as well as good craftsmanship, they hold their value and so can be sold at an expensive price.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 29, 2024You can buy Chanel costume jewelry directly from the brand’s official website as well as in its boutiques. See the site’s store locator in order to find the official Chanel boutique nearest you. You can also find Chanel products on offer at any of the luxury house’s authorized retailers as well as through resellers.
Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel introduced her costume jewelry in the 1920s, when the economy was roaring and fine jewelry was the main mode of adornment among her clients. Fearless about giving offense, Chanel proclaimed, “I love fakes because I find such jewelry provocative, and I find it disgraceful to walk around with millions of dollars around your neck, just because you are rich.” Then, in 1932, in the midst of the Great Depression, Chanel dramatically switched gears and designed her first and only diamond jewelry collection, Bijoux de Diamants.
Find vintage Chanel costume jewelry for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023To tell how old costume jewelry is, first look for identifying marks. You can then use trusted online resources to determine who made the piece. Once you know the maker, you can then research their designs to try and estimate the age. The best way to determine how old a piece of costume jewelry is would be to consult a knowledgeable appraiser or antique jewelry dealer for assistance with dating the accessory. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of vintage and antique jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Vintage costume jewelry refers to costume jewelry that is 20 to 80 years old. Jewelry, costume or otherwise, that is 100 years old is referred to as antique. The big design fair in Paris in 1900 inspired jewelers to work with inexpensive materials, and Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel and others helped popularize costume jewelry during the 1920s. The roots of costume jewelry, however, took shape at least as far back as the 18th century, when paste jewelry that featured hand-cut glass instead of gemstones first emerged. Shop a variety of vintage costume jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chanel uses a variety of materials to produce costume jewelry. Most pieces are non-precious metals with resin, glass and crystal used in place of genuine pearls and gemstones. Some designs incorporate real leather or fabrics like velvet. You'll find a variety of Chanel jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023To know what costume jewelry is worth money, one option is to conduct some online research. You can read articles on trusted websites to find out what types of pieces and makers are highly sought after. Another approach is to peruse the sold sections of reputable online platforms to get a feel for the selling prices of different types of jewelry. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of jewelry from some of the world's top dealers.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023What brides wore in the 1930s varied. Some wore long flowing dresses made of satin or silk. Long sleeves were popular and designs often featured only minimal embellishments like appliqués and beading. Because many people faced difficult financial situations due to the Great Depression, brides also sometimes simply wore their best dresses on their wedding days. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage wedding dresses.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023During the 1800s, necklaces, earrings, brooches and hair accessories were popular jewelry pieces in styles ranging from Georgian with enamel details to Victorian with floral flourishes. The commonly used gemstones of the 19th century included diamonds, emeralds, rubies, sapphires, garnets and amethysts. Gold was the dominant metal for jewelry, but silver became sought-after during the 1880s and 1890s. Explore an assortment of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What era is 1920s jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023What era 1920s jewelry is depends on its design. Most people associate this decade with the Art Deco movement, which took inspiration from eclectic sources like Cubism, ancient Egypt and Native American, African and Asian motifs. However, some pieces produced during the 1920s are more in line with the style trends of earlier periods, such as Art Nouveau, Edwardian and Victorian. Explore a diverse assortment of 1920s jewelry on 1stDibs.