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Vintage 1950's lilac pearl iridescent glass beaded earrings fifties jewellery
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This mesmerising pair of 1950's clip on earrings, embellished with clear iridescent faceted beads
Category
Vintage 1950s Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Mixed Metal
Vintage 1950’s 14kw Diamond and Pearl Floral Pin
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1950’s 14kw Diamond and Pearl Floral Pin - The pin contains one 7.5mm round saltwater
Category
Vintage 1950s Unknown Revival Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Jade Diamond and Pearl Strand Necklace Circa 1950's
Located in Wailea, HI
Jade Diamond and Pearl Strand Necklace Circa 1950's
We Tried To Count The Ways This Can be Worn
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Jade, Pearl, 18k Gold
1950's Pearl and Diamond Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Berkeley, CA
This stunning bracelet is beautiful showcasing a multitude of salt water pearls and twenty diamonds
Category
Vintage 1950s American Modernist Bangles
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage 1950’s Platinum Diamond Black White Pearl Bypass Ring Sz 6.75
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A sweet little vintage ring circa the 1950’s done in platinum and set with approximately 1cttw in H
Category
Mid-20th Century Retro Cluster Rings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Countess CIS Zoltovska brooch, signed CIS, rhinestones, faux pearls, 1950's
By Countess Cis Zoltowska
Located in Stuttgart, DE
A rare signed Countress CIS Zoltovska brooch from the 1950's with lots of rhinestones and 5 movable
Category
Vintage 1950s French Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Pearl, Steel
H 3.55 in W 1.7 in D 0.4 in
Vintage 1950’s Platinum Diamond Pearl Dome Bombe Cocktail Ring 6.70cttw Sz 6
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A knockout vintage 1950’s dome ring done in platinum and set with approximately 6.70cttw in G-J
Category
Vintage 1950s Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1950’s Platinum Diamond South Sea Pearl Large Cocktail Ring 16.16mm
Located in Winter Springs, FL
cream color south sea pearl. The pearl is a lovely cream color that contrasts nicely with the
Category
Mid-20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1950's Brooch iridescent glass rhinestone and pearl floral brooch pin
Located in Cheltenham, GB
A sparkling beauty to behold. This original 1950's rhinestone brooch, on a gold toned domed metal
Category
Vintage 1950s Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Mixed Metal
Star Ruby Sapphire Pearl Diamond Tutti Frutti 1950's Clip Post Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Wonderful large, yet secure clip post mid-century 1950's earrings in 14k white gold and set with
Category
Mid-20th Century Lever-Back Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Star Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1950s Cultured Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century 1950’s 30 Inch cultured pearl necklace with 14k yellow gold flower catch with a pearl
Category
Mid-20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Buccellati 1950's Emerald Diamond Pearl 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Flower Brooch
By Buccellati
Located in Philadelphia, PA
halo surround
With two drooping flower buds comprised of 8.5 to 9.5 mm round pearls
Light bluish silver
Category
Vintage 1950s Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling S...
French 1950s Cultured Pearl Choker Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
antique jewelry - French work from the 1950s.
Our opinion : This antique necklace has been entirely
Category
Vintage 1950s French Retro Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl
1950's Ruby Pearl 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Poodle Pendant Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
rubies flush set as eyes
Transparent medium pinkish red in color
Wearing a beaded seed pearl collar
White
Category
Vintage 1950s Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Vintage Cultured Pearls Vermeil Bracelet
Located in Poitiers, FR
: 23,3 g approximately.
Authentic antique jewelry - Work of the 1950s.
Our opinion : Feminine and elegant
Category
Vintage 1950s French Retro Beaded Bracelets
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Vermeil, Silver
French 1950s Cultured Pearl Choker Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
necklace in pearl on silk thread with knot.
Specialized in antique and creation jewelry since 1975, we
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French 1950s Cultured Pearl Falling Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace composed of a row of falling cultured pearls, pearly white cream orient.
The clasp is
Category
Vintage 1950s French Retro Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1950s Diamond Pearl Drop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1950s diamond pearl white gold drop earrings.
In the glamorous era of the 1950s, women adorned
Category
Vintage 1950s Modern Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
1950s Diamond Pearl Gold Pendant Brooch Necklace
Located in New York, NY
1950s Midcentury 14k gold chain with a brooch/pendant suspended. Set with Old European cut diamond
Category
Mid-20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
1950s Triple Strand Cultured Pearl Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
approximately.
Authentic antique jewelry - Work of the 1950s.
Our opinion : The pearl adorning this 3-strand
Category
Vintage 1950s French Retro Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1950s Mikimoto Pearl Yellow Gold Brooch
By Mikimoto
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mikimoto Cultured Pearl and Yellow Gold Brooch, circa 1950.
SPECIFICATIONS:
PEARLS: Cultured
Category
Vintage 1950s Modern Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Japanese Cultured Round White Pearl Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
- French 1950s work.
Our opinion : The perfectly matched round white cultured pearls are absolutely
Category
Vintage 1950s French Retro Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French 1950s Japanese Cultured Pearls Chocker Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
the pearls: 6.5 / 7 mm.
Total weight: about 33 g.
Authentic retro necklace - French work of the 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s French Retro Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French 1950s Akoya Cultured Pearl Long Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Long necklace consisting of a row of Akoya cultured pearls of identical size, creamy pearly white
Category
Vintage 1950s French Retro Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Pearl and Diamond Necklace, Brooch circa 1950's in White Gold 5.35 Carats
Located in Wailea, HI
Pearl and Diamond Necklace - Brooch Circa 1950's in white Gold 5.35 Carats
One Round 9mm Pearl
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Mid-20th Century Drop Necklaces
French 1950s Cultured Golden Falling Pearl Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Antique necklace made up of cultured pearls, falling, golden pearly creamy white orient.
The clasp
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1950's Tony Duquette 18kt Yellow Gold Angel Brooch
By Tony Duquette
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
brooch design dates back to the 1950's.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Brooches
Materials
Citrine, Jade, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1950's Iridescent rhinestone and pearl clip on earrings fifties earrings
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This breathtaking pair of 1950's clip on earrings on gold toned metal bases, made up of circular
Category
Vintage 1950s Revival Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Mixed Metal
French 1950s Pearly Cream Cultured Pearl Falling Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
the 1950s.
Necklace on silk thread with knot.
Specialized in antique and creation jewelry since 1975
Category
Vintage 1950s French Retro Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
French 1950s Akoya Pearl Choker Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
This pearl necklace is composed of a strand of Japanese cultured pearls which are held together by
Category
Vintage 1950s French Retro Choker Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1950s Cultured Round White Pearl Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
- French 1950s work.
Our opinion : The perfectly matched round white cultured pearls are absolutely
Category
Vintage 1950s French Retro Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Helbros Yellow Gold Filled Dress Watch 1950's with Covered Dial and Pearl Inlay
By Helbros
Located in Long Beach, CA
Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 31mm X Width 17mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
1950s Esther Lewittes American Modernist Sterling Silver Pearl Eye Cufflinks
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1950s American modernist sterling silver and pearl cufflinks created by Esther Lewittes of Los
Category
Vintage 1950s American Modernist Cufflinks
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
W 0.38 in D 0.25 in L 1 in
1950s Retro Mikimoto Pearl Brooch Sterling Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a beautiful 1950s Retro Mikimoto pearl brooch made in sterling silver. The brooch features
Category
Vintage 1950s American Retro Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Brooch Natural River Pearls, Circa 1940s-1950s
Located in Southbury, CT
hand in the middle of the previous century (circa 1940s-1950s). Crafted in 18K yellow gold that has
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl
Marsh & Co. 1950s Pearl Steel and Gold Dress Set
Located in New York, NY
Weber on the Antiques Road Show. The firm closed its doors in 2001. Circa 1950's.
Signed, “Marsh”, “18
Category
Vintage 1950s Unknown Art Deco Cufflinks
Materials
Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
1950s Cultured Pearl Strand with Pearl Dome Cluster Yellow Gold Clasp Necklace
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Classic mid century cultured pearl necklace featuring a strand of 7.3 mm pearls (approximate some
Category
Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
W 0.7 in D 0.43 in L 14.5 in
Vintage 1950s Cultured Pearl Yellow Gold Flamingo Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage cultured pearl and 18 karat yellow gold brooch in the form of a
Category
Vintage 1950s Unknown Brooches
Materials
Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Clasp Falling Pearl Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
1950s.
Our opinion : The orient of the pearl is bright and reflects well the light.
Category
Vintage 1950s French Retro Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Deco 1930's to 1950's Enameled Diamond Charm Necklace
Located in North Hollywood, CA
each charm are tiny seed pearls. The colors are black, red, blue, yellow and green. These charms are
Category
Vintage 1940s North American Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
French 1950s Japanese Pearly White Orient Cultured Pearl Falling Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace made up of a row of Japanese cultured pearls with very bright pearly white orient.
The
Category
Vintage 1950s French Retro Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1950s Baroque Pearl Sapphires Rubies Yellow Gold Butterfly Articulated Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
bottom of the body is represented by a baroque pearl, the top and the head are paved with rose-cut
Category
Vintage 1950s French Retro Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, ...
Vintage Kaleidoscope Prism Pearl Droplet Brooch 1950s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
gallery and a contrasting yet perfectly teamed, large pearl droplet for maximum impact.
Vintage Condition
Category
Vintage 1950s Brooches
French 1950s Diamond Cultured Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
, please contact us.
Authentic antique jewelry - French work of the 1950s.
Our opinion : A charming pearl
Category
Vintage 1950s French Retro Engagement Rings
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Jomaz 1950s Rhinestone and Faux Pearl Vintage Flower Brooch
By Jomaz
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
This timeless brooch was created in the 1950s by the American Jomaz company.
Condition Report
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Vintage 1950s American Brooches
1950s Diamond Pearl White Gold Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
; part of our vintage estate jewelry collections.
These impressive vintage pearl and diamond earrings
Category
Vintage 1950s Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold, White Gold
French 1950s Garnet Natural Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
center a flower pattern set in the center of a garnet and on both sides of half natural pearls. The whole
Category
Vintage 1950s French Retro Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Diamond and Pearl Yellow and Rose Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage 1950s 0.90 carat diamond and cultured pearl, 18 karat yellow and rose gold
Category
Vintage 1950s Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Miriam Haskell vintage long pearl Necklace 1950s
By Miriam Haskell
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Exquisite and long 1950s Miriam Haskell necklace with different aux barock pearls. Round, oval
Category
Vintage 1950s American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Base Metal
Vendome Crystal Pearl Droplet Collar & Cuff 1950s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A stunning Vendome crystal and pearl collar necklace, with matching wrap bracelet, circa 1950s
Category
20th Century Cuff Bracelets
Midcentury 1950s 8.50 carat Diamond South Sea Pearl Platinum Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite Midcentury platinum brooch, adorned with 10mm to 10.5mm South Sea pearls and a total of
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
Layered Baroque Pearl Brooch With Gold Rope Detail, 1950s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- 1.5" diameter
- .75" height
- Gold plated
- Baroque glass pearl cabochon
Category
Vintage 1950s Unknown Modern Brooches
1950s 18k Yellow Gold Crown Diamond and Pearl Brooch
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details:
Metal Type: 18k Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested]
Weight: 7.1 grams
Diamond Details:
Weight: .75ct, total weight
Cut: Transitional Round
Color: H
Clarity: VS
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Category
Vintage 1950s Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
1950s Blister Pearl Sapphire Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Eagle Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
flight.
The talons of the this stunning 1950s brooch are grasping a large, impressive blister pearl
Category
Vintage 1950s Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold
French 1950s Art Deco Style Cultured Pearl Onyx 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
1950s.
Our opinion : In the style of the Art Deco onyx and pearl ring, it sits perfectly on the finger
Category
Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1950s Cultured Pearl and 1.02 Carat Diamond Platinum Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
representation of this fine example of vintage pearl jewelry/estate jewelry.
Item Ref. SKU: A9994
Category
Vintage 1950s Unknown Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
1950s 18k gold Cammeo with white pearls brooch and pendant
Located in Capri, IT
1950s 18k yellow gold Cammeo with white pearls brooch and pendant
Totally handmade with design of
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Artisan Brooches
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold
Coro Vintage 1950s Flower Emerald Cabochon Aurora Pink Crystals Pearls Brooch
By Coro
Located in Wokingham, England
Coro Vintage 1950s Flower Emerald Green Cabochon Aurora Pink Crystals Pearls Openwork Brooch, Gold
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
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1950s Pearl Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact piece of 1950s pearl jewelry you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 14k Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 1708 antique edition and 1 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect item from our selection of 1950s pearl jewelry among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, .5 Carat and 1 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic choice in our collection of 1950s pearl jewelry over the years, but those made by William Ruser, Tiffany & Co. and Van Cleef & Arpels are often thought to be among the most beautiful. An object in our assortment of 1950s pearl jewelry can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Pearl rings, from our inventory of 790, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also mixed cut and bead versions for sale. Most of our 1950s pearl jewelry for sale are for women, but there are 233 pieces available to browse for men.
How Much is a 1950s Pearl Jewelry?
On average, a piece of 1950s pearl jewelry at 1stDibs sells for $2,282, while they’re typically $76 on the low end and $675,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Questions About 1950s Pearl Jewelry
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is 1950s furniture called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 20241950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Pearl jewelry can last for generations as long as it is properly cared for. Avoid letting your pearl jewelry come into contact with lotions, perfumes or hair products. Always handle it with clean hands and clean it gently with a soft cloth occasionally. Avoid wearing it with other necklaces that can scratch it. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage and new pearl jewelry.
- Is Honora jewelry real pearl?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024Yes, Honora jewelry is real pearl. The American jewelry maker produces pieces out of freshwater cultured pearls. A cultured pearl is a real pearl, but it isn't the same as a natural pearl, which mollusks produce on their own. Instead, cultured pearls develop inside mollusks with the help of some human intervention. Naturally occurring pearls are actually very rare, so many high-end jewelry companies utilize cultured pearls in the same way that Honora does. Shop a variety of Honora pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022All Mikimoto pearl jewelry is marked with either ‘Mikimoto’ or their ‘M’ logo. The pearls used by Mikimoto are exceptional in quality, with lustrous, thick nacre, beautifully round shape and no color imperfections. Shop a wide range of professionally authenticated Mikimoto pieces from top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Seed pearls are small pearls that get their name from their diminutive size. They’re sometimes used in jewelry today but were most popular during the 18th and 19th centuries. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique and modern seed pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023In the 1910s, Art Nouveau jewelry was popular. Trends of the time included long necklaces often decorated with tassels and platinum beads. Among gemstones, diamonds and sapphires were in high demand. Find a selection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In the 1700s, popular jewelry types included bracelets, brooches, belt buckles, earrings, rings and necklaces. Additionally, women frequently wore hair jewelry, such as tiaras, hairpins and combs encrusted with precious gemstones. You can find a selection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.
- Which artist became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.