Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
1920s French Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Bakelite
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Gilt Metal
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
1920s French Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
1920s German Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Brass
1920s French Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
1920s French Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
1920s German Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Gilt Metal
Early 20th Century Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Bakelite
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
1920s Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Brass
1920s American Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
1920s French Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
1920s French Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
1920s French Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
1920s French Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
1920s French Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Bakelite
1920s German Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Early 20th Century Retro Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Early 20th Century Retro Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Early 20th Century French Artisan Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Coral, Vermeil
Early 1900s French Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Sterling Silver, Steel
1920s French Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
1920s French Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
1660s French Mid-Century Modern Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Metal
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Turquoise, Brass
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Sterling Silver
1920s Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Silver
1870s Italian Victorian Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Gold, 14k Gold
1920s American Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Bakelite, Resin
1920s French Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Crystal, Silver
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Early 20th Century English Victorian Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Silver
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Bakelite Jewelry
1920s French Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Brass
1920s French Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Silver Plate, Gilt Metal
1920s French Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Silver Plate, Gilt Metal
1920s German Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Gilt Metal
1820s French Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
1920s French Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Gilt Metal
Mid-19th Century Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Plastic
Early 20th Century German Art Deco Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Gold, Enamel
Early 20th Century American Contemporary Antique Bakelite Jewelry
Sterling Silver
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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Bakelite fell out of popularity during the 1940s due to supply issues during World War II. By the time the war ended, advanced plastics technology had replaced Bakelite with new materials. Shop a collection of antique Bakelite jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is Bakelite jewelry still made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, Bakelite jewelry is no longer made. However, the plastic resin still serves as components for some electronics and avionics. Production of Bakelite jewelry stopped in the 1940s due to the demand for materials for World War II. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Bakelite jewelry.
- What is antique paste jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Paste jewelry is made out of a special type of flint glass that emulates several gemstones. Paste is a hand-cut glass that is polished with metal powder until it gleams like a gem. Paste jewelry was popular as a cheaper alternative to diamonds during the Georgian, Victorian, and Edwardian eras, as well as the Art Deco period. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage paste jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024To tell if jewelry is antique, look for its hallmarks. You will usually find them in inconspicuous areas, such as on clasps, the backs of pendants or the insides of bracelets and rings. Once you have located the hallmarks, use trusted online resources to identify the maker and find out when they were active. Pieces produced more than 100 years ago are antique. If you need assistance dating a particular piece, enlist the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Find a large collection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Jewelry is considered antique once it is 100 years old. Pieces that are 20 to 99 years old are vintage. Contemporary is the term used to describe jewelry that is less than 20 years old. Explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023To tell if antique jewelry is real, first look for hallmarks that may signify the maker. You can then use trusted online resources to find out what to look for to verify authenticity. If the jewelry doesn't have hallmarks, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or licensed dealer. An expert can evaluate your jewelry, tell you whether it is a genuine antique and provide information about its materials and approximate value. Explore a large selection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if jewelry is antique gold, take it to a licensed appraiser experienced in evaluating jewelry. It is difficult to identify jewelry materials using only the naked eye and online resources. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted gold jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In antique jewelry, the term “paste” means glass finished in a way that allows it to resemble natural gemstones. To produce paste, artisans polish it for long periods of time with metal powder. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique paste jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To know if your antique jewelry is valuable, you can consult trusted online resources to see what similar pieces have sold for in the past. It is important to note that the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. Jewelry of a certain historical period will be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with a precious gemstone may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and give you a price estimate. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, BVLGARI and others. Shop a collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, some antique jewelry does go up in value. It is important to note that demand as well as the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. A certain historical period’s jewelry may be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with precious gems may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and estimate its value. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, BVLGARI and others. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023To tell if jewelry is vintage or antique, first look for any hallmarks that signify its maker. You can use trusted online resources to research when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours to roughly estimate its age. Jewelry is vintage if it's between 20 and 99 years old, and antique if it is 100 years old or more. If you're unable to locate a maker's hallmark, becoming familiar with the materials and other characteristics used during different eras of jewelry can help you date your piece. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage and antique jewelry.
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