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1940s Costume Jewelry

Lovebird brooch with matching bird earrings by SCHRAGER NY, Sterling, 1940s
Lovebird brooch with matching bird earrings by SCHRAGER NY, Sterling, 1940s

Lovebird brooch with matching bird earrings by SCHRAGER NY, Sterling, 1940s

Located in Stuttgart, DE

Due to many reasons, created from 1925 to 1940 s costume jewelry . First of all, smaller production than the larger jewelry makers of the time.

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Vintage 1940s American Romantic Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

TRIFARI 1940s Ruby Crystal Link Costume Bracelet Designed by Philippe
TRIFARI 1940s Ruby Crystal Link Costume Bracelet Designed by Philippe

TRIFARI 1940s Ruby Crystal Link Costume Bracelet Designed by Philippe

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in University City, MO

TRIFARI 1940s ruby crystal link bracelet designed by Philippe The elegant refined costume bracelet is embellished with ruby color rectangular shaped prong set crystals Accented wi...

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Vintage 1940s Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Gilt Metal

1940s Textured Brass Scottie Dog Figural Brooch
1940s Textured Brass Scottie Dog Figural Brooch

1940s Textured Brass Scottie Dog Figural Brooch

Located in Milford, DE

Material: Stamped brass Era: 1940s Style: Figural, Mid-century costume jewelry Closure: Pin-back Condition: Very good vintage condition with age-appropriate patina

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Mid-20th Century Retro Brooches

Materials

Brass

1940s Retro Gold-Tone Circular Brooch with Pink Rhinestones and Ribbon Motif
1940s Retro Gold-Tone Circular Brooch with Pink Rhinestones and Ribbon Motif

1940s Retro Gold-Tone Circular Brooch with Pink Rhinestones and Ribbon Motif

Located in Milford, DE

Details: Period: 1940s Style: Retro / Mid-century costume jewelry Materials: Gold-tone metal, pink rhinestones Motif: Ribbon and circle Closure: Pin-back clasp Condition: Excellent v...

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Late 20th Century American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold

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CoroCraft Goldtone Carmen Miranda Screwback Camellia Bud Green Cabochon Earrings
CoroCraft Goldtone Carmen Miranda Screwback Camellia Bud Green Cabochon Earrings

CoroCraft Goldtone Carmen Miranda Screwback Camellia Bud Green Cabochon Earrings

Located in Palm Springs, CA

SEE LAST PICTURE: Gloriously gilt, this CoroCraft Sterling Carmen Miranda Bracelet with Diamante and Gem Tone Cabochons is among the most iconic of all 1940s retro vintage costume je...

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Vintage 1940s American Clip-on Earrings

1940s 1950s Expandable Brass Fleur de Lis Costume Crown
1940s 1950s Expandable Brass Fleur de Lis Costume Crown

1940s 1950s Expandable Brass Fleur de Lis Costume Crown

Located in Gresham, OR

An unusual 1940s or 50s expandable brass fleur de lis crown. Most likely it is from a ceremonial costume or such. Fabulous! One size expands to all.

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Vintage 1940s American More Objets d'Art and Vertu

Vintage Sandor Brooch Green & Amber Crystal Solid Sterling Silver 1940s
Vintage Sandor Brooch Green & Amber Crystal Solid Sterling Silver 1940s

Vintage Sandor Brooch Green & Amber Crystal Solid Sterling Silver 1940s

By Sandor

Located in Wilmslow, GB

A truly beautiful piece of 1940s costume jewellery that is certain to make a vibrant and beautiful impact.

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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Trfifari "Jelly Belly" Flower Brooch
Trfifari "Jelly Belly" Flower Brooch

Trfifari "Jelly Belly" Flower Brooch

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H 2.25 in W 2 in D 0.75 in

Trfifari "Jelly Belly" Flower Brooch

By Trifari

Located in Chicago, IL

This is a fine example of 1940s Hollywood style glamour in costume jewelry.

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Vintage 1940s American Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

CoroCraft Sterling Carmen Miranda Bracelet with Diamante and Gem Tone Cabochons
CoroCraft Sterling Carmen Miranda Bracelet with Diamante and Gem Tone Cabochons

CoroCraft Sterling Carmen Miranda Bracelet with Diamante and Gem Tone Cabochons

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Gloriously gilt, this CoroCraft Sterling Carmen Miranda Bracelet with Diamante and Gem Tone Cabochons is among the most iconic of all 1940s retro vintage costume jewelry designs ever...

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Vintage 1940s American Retro Bracelets

C. Jeré Metal Wall Sculpture of Stylized Branches and Leaves
C. Jeré Metal Wall Sculpture of Stylized Branches and Leaves

C. Jeré Metal Wall Sculpture of Stylized Branches and Leaves

Located in Providence, RI

Freiler, a German immigrant and manufacturing expert with a knack for reinventing the use of tools, met New York City-based artist Fels in the 1940s. Initially partners in a costume ...

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1960s Modern Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Brass, Copper

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Silvorra Modern 925 Sterling Silver Cubic Zirconia Tennis Bracelet 7 Inches
Silvorra Modern 925 Sterling Silver Cubic Zirconia Tennis Bracelet 7 Inches

Silvorra Modern 925 Sterling Silver Cubic Zirconia Tennis Bracelet 7 Inches

Located in New York, NY

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver

Hermes Birkin Limited Edition 35 Diamond Bordeaux Porosus Crocodile Bag
Hermes Birkin Limited Edition 35 Diamond Bordeaux Porosus Crocodile Bag

Hermes Birkin Limited Edition 35 Diamond Bordeaux Porosus Crocodile Bag

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers an exceptional limited edition Hermes Birkin 35 Diamond Porosus Crocodile bag featured in stunning jewel-toned Bordeaux. This rare masterpiece features 18K White Go...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Iridescent Lilac Beaded Evening Bag
BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Iridescent Lilac Beaded Evening Bag

BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Iridescent Lilac Beaded Evening Bag

By Badgley Mischka

Located in Leonardo, NJ

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1990s Evening Bags and Minaudières

Silvorra 12.2CT Sapphire & White Topaz Statement Tennis Bracelet Sterling Silver
Silvorra 12.2CT Sapphire & White Topaz Statement Tennis Bracelet Sterling Silver

Silvorra 12.2CT Sapphire & White Topaz Statement Tennis Bracelet Sterling Silver

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W 0.336 in D 0.15 in L 7.2 in

Silvorra 12.2CT Sapphire & White Topaz Statement Tennis Bracelet Sterling Silver

Located in New York, NY

This refined features a 12.25 carats Sapphire & White topaz bracelet crafted in 925 sterling silver. The design showcases 29 carefully set stones in elegant oval shapes, creating a s...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Sapphire, Topaz, Silver, Sterling Silver

LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Couture Ivory Beaded Silk Bridal Wedding Gown w.Shawl
LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Couture Ivory Beaded Silk Bridal Wedding Gown w.Shawl

LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Couture Ivory Beaded Silk Bridal Wedding Gown w.Shawl

By Eavis & Brown

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Les Habitudes / Eavis & Brown Couture created, entirely hand-made in a London atelier Wedding gown with matching shawl Vintage 1990's Photographs a little "whiter" than it looks ...

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1990s Wedding Dresses

Hermes Birkin 25 Bag Aubergine Crocodile Gold Hardware
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Hermes Birkin 25 Bag Aubergine Crocodile Gold Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

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21st Century and Contemporary French Tote Bags

TRIFARI crown vintage signed gold plated rhinestones designer clip on earrings
TRIFARI crown vintage signed gold plated rhinestones designer clip on earrings

TRIFARI crown vintage signed gold plated rhinestones designer clip on earrings

By Trifari

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed TRIFARI crown • gold plated with rhinestones • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • 1 1/4" in diameter CONDITION • very good vintage condition with mi...

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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

New Fendi Karl Lagerfeld Ad Runway Fur and Suede Platform Boots Booties Sz 39
New Fendi Karl Lagerfeld Ad Runway Fur and Suede Platform Boots Booties Sz 39

New Fendi Karl Lagerfeld Ad Runway Fur and Suede Platform Boots Booties Sz 39

By Fendi

Located in Conroe, TX

Fendi Fur Boots by Karl Lagerfeld Brand New * Euro: 39 * Stunning Beaver Fur Lines the Front and the Inside of the Boots * Soft Taupe Nubuck Leather * Zips up the Back * 1.25" Front ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoes

Cartier Diabolo Ladies Round Watch - 18K Gold & Diamonds
Cartier Diabolo Ladies Round Watch - 18K Gold & Diamonds

Cartier Diabolo Ladies Round Watch - 18K Gold & Diamonds

By Cartier

Located in Suwanee, GA

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Materials

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SCHIAPARELLI Glittering Green Crystal Necklace Bracelet & Earrings c 1950
SCHIAPARELLI Glittering Green Crystal Necklace Bracelet & Earrings c 1950

SCHIAPARELLI Glittering Green Crystal Necklace Bracelet & Earrings c 1950

By Schiaparelli

Located in University City, MO

SCHIAPARELLI Glittering crystal choker necklace, bracelet & earring suite c 1950s The elegant midcentury set is encrusted with brilliant crystals in various shades of green. Accented...

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Vintage 1950s American Post-War Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Victorian Pave Turquoise and Pearl Sparrow Necklace
Victorian Pave Turquoise and Pearl Sparrow Necklace

Victorian Pave Turquoise and Pearl Sparrow Necklace

Located in Riverdale, NY

Spectacular Victorian Pave Turquoise and Pearl Sparrow Necklace from the mid 19th Century. Extremely high quality manufacture with fitted box as well as a hair comb fitting to conver...

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Antique 1860s British High Victorian More Necklaces

Materials

Natural Pearl, Turquoise, Silver, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 10k Gold

Silvorra Blue Sapphire Cluster & Ruby Teardrop Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings
Silvorra Blue Sapphire Cluster & Ruby Teardrop Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings

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W 0.34 in D 0.16 in L 1.2 in

Silvorra Blue Sapphire Cluster & Ruby Teardrop Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Crafted in 925 sterling silver, these elegant dangle earrings feature a vibrant arrangement of natural blue sapphires and rubies. Twenty mixed-shape gemstones, totaling 4.91 carats, ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

14K Yellow Gold 3.25 Carat Emerald & Diamond Scarf Necklace 17" - 34.72 Grams
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Located in Eagan, MN

This necklace is just gorgeous. It is pre-owned but just like new. It's been very well-cared for. The scarf of the necklace is filled with 118 Brilliant cut Emeralds. The majorit...

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Materials

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New 1.68 Carat Ruby & Sapphire 14k W Gold PL Sterling Silver Drop Earrings
New 1.68 Carat Ruby & Sapphire 14k W Gold PL Sterling Silver Drop Earrings

New 1.68 Carat Ruby & Sapphire 14k W Gold PL Sterling Silver Drop Earrings

Located in Eagan, MN

These earrings are just beautiful and unique. There is a cushion cut ruby at the top of the earrings measuring 6 x 6 mm and then a beautiful split drop section full of pave diamond ...

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Materials

Sapphire, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold

Sterling Silver 1.95ct Baguette Ruby & Quartz Band Ring, Size 8.25
Sterling Silver 1.95ct Baguette Ruby & Quartz Band Ring, Size 8.25

Sterling Silver 1.95ct Baguette Ruby & Quartz Band Ring, Size 8.25

Located in เกาะสมุย, TH

A sleek modern band featuring 1.95 carats of baguette‑cut rubies, channel‑set to create a vivid ribbon of saturated pink‑red color. The rubies are framed by sparkling white quartz ac...

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Materials

Quartz, Ruby, Sterling Silver

Vintage 20K Yellow Gold 27 Carat Ruby Bracelet 6 Inches
Vintage 20K Yellow Gold 27 Carat Ruby Bracelet 6 Inches

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Located in Eagan, MN

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Materials

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1940s Costume Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact piece of 1940s costume jewelry you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gilt Metal, Stainless Steel and Rhodium — can elevate any look. Finding the perfect item from our selection of 1940s costume jewelry may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 20th Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic choice in our collection of 1940s costume jewelry over the years, but those made by Schreiner Jewelry, Hattie Carnegie and House of Schiaparelli are often thought to be among the most beautiful. An object in our assortment of 1940s costume jewelry can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 2 Crystal versions can add an especially stylish touch. When shopping for an option in this array of 1940s costume jewelry, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a 1940s Costume Jewelry?

On average, a piece of 1940s costume jewelry at 1stDibs sells for $399, while they’re typically $245 on the low end and $1,875 for the highest priced versions of this item.