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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.

Category

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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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.