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19th Century Golden Black Lacquer Chinese Jewelry Box with Dragon Feet
19th Century Golden Black Lacquer Chinese Jewelry Box with Dragon Feet

19th Century Golden Black Lacquer Chinese Jewelry Box with Dragon Feet

Located in Brea, CA

19th century lift-lid gilt-decorated golden black lacquer Chinese jewelry box with dragon feet and

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Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Lacquer

Set of 6 China Jewelry Company Sterling Silver Cups with Dragon Motifs
Set of 6 China Jewelry Company Sterling Silver Cups with Dragon Motifs

Set of 6 China Jewelry Company Sterling Silver Cups with Dragon Motifs

Located in New York, NY

Set of 6 China Jewelry Company silver cups, made in China in the late 19th or early 20th century

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Dragon Hinged Bangle Silver
Antique Dragon Hinged Bangle Silver

Antique Dragon Hinged Bangle Silver

Located in Monroe Township, NJ

early 20th century, this is a fine example of Straits Chinese jewelry, a style influenced by both

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Early 20th Century Asian Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Silver

19th Century black lacquered jewellery box
19th Century black lacquered jewellery box

19th Century black lacquered jewellery box

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

19th century chinese black lacquered jewellery box circa 1860. Good quality shaped chinese

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Mid-19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Lacquer

1900s Chinese Export Silver Three-Piece Tea Service
1900s Chinese Export Silver Three-Piece Tea Service

1900s Chinese Export Silver Three-Piece Tea Service

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

tea set include: Maker's mark: CJ (CJ Co/China Jewellery Company) Character mark: ?? (YUAN SHEN

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Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Silver

GIA Certified Antique 14k Gold Chinese Serpentine Butterfly Pendant
GIA Certified Antique 14k Gold Chinese Serpentine Butterfly Pendant

GIA Certified Antique 14k Gold Chinese Serpentine Butterfly Pendant

Located in Chesterland, OH

antique Chinese jewelry. This serpentine pendant has a GIA certificate.

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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Jade, Gold, 14k Gold

English Louis XV Style Table by Town & Emanuel, London
English Louis XV Style Table by Town & Emanuel, London

English Louis XV Style Table by Town & Emanuel, London

By Town & Emanuel

Located in Dallas, TX

TO HER MAJESTY Old paintings, Bronzes, Carvings, Oriental & Other China, Jewelry & Curiosities

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19th Century English Louis XV Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Ormolu

19th Century English Olivewood and Brass Inlaid Cabinet
19th Century English Olivewood and Brass Inlaid Cabinet

19th Century English Olivewood and Brass Inlaid Cabinet

By Town & Emanuel

Located in London, GB

fine Sevres and Dresden china &c. old paintings and bronzes, carvings, oriental and other china

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19th Century English Regency Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Marble, Brass

Antique Chinese Export Silver Jewelry Box
Antique Chinese Export Silver Jewelry Box

Antique Chinese Export Silver Jewelry Box

By Hung Chong & Co.

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese Export silver jewellery box; an addition to our

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1890s Chinese Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Ancient Chinese China Bronze Dragon Head Hairpin
Ancient Chinese China Bronze Dragon Head Hairpin

Ancient Chinese China Bronze Dragon Head Hairpin

Located in PUTNEY, NSW

ancient Chinese craftsmanship, representing the rich cultural heritage and artistic of Chinese artisans

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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Empire Antique Chinese Jewelry

Antique Chinese Champlevé Enamel Scarab Jewelry Box
Antique Chinese Champlevé Enamel Scarab Jewelry Box

Antique Chinese Champlevé Enamel Scarab Jewelry Box

Located in New York, NY

Finely detailed champlevé scarab shape box with gilt wash interior. Traces of antique mirror on inner top. Rich colors of blue, turquoise purple finely enameled all around box.

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19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Bronze

Chinese antique Wooden cat jewelry box or object holder, 1920s
Chinese antique Wooden cat jewelry box or object holder, 1920s

Chinese antique Wooden cat jewelry box or object holder, 1920s

Located in MIlano, IT

Chinese antique Wooden cat jewelry box or object holder, 1920s Jewelry box with retractable

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1920s Chinese Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Wood

Antique Chinese Hand Painted Jewelry Box, Red Lacquer, Circa 1900-1940
Antique Chinese Hand Painted Jewelry Box, Red Lacquer, Circa 1900-1940

Antique Chinese Hand Painted Jewelry Box, Red Lacquer, Circa 1900-1940

Located in Pomona, CA

Antique Chinese decorated Jewelry/fruit box. Beautiful decorated Chinoiserie box used to serve

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Wood

Late 19th Century Antique Chinese Wooden Jewelry Box, Cosmetic Box
Late 19th Century Antique Chinese Wooden Jewelry Box, Cosmetic Box

Late 19th Century Antique Chinese Wooden Jewelry Box, Cosmetic Box

Located in Pomona, CA

This beautiful antique Jewelry box was made from solid wood with original mirror and antique

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Late 19th Century Chinese Export Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Wood

ANTIQUE CiRCA 1900 CHINESE KUT HING PEWTER & WOOD CARVED DRAGON JEWELLERY BOX
ANTIQUE CiRCA 1900 CHINESE KUT HING PEWTER & WOOD CARVED DRAGON JEWELLERY BOX

ANTIQUE CiRCA 1900 CHINESE KUT HING PEWTER & WOOD CARVED DRAGON JEWELLERY BOX

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Chinese Pewter & Mahogany carved and embossed jewellery trinket box A good looking well made and

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Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Pewter

Pair of Antique Chinese Table Top Vanity Jewellery Box Cabinets Folding Mirrors
Pair of Antique Chinese Table Top Vanity Jewellery Box Cabinets Folding Mirrors

Pair of Antique Chinese Table Top Vanity Jewellery Box Cabinets Folding Mirrors

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of antique Chinese Export table top vanity

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Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Brass

Chinese Early 20th Century Red Lacquer Jewelry Box with Bronze Hardware
Chinese Early 20th Century Red Lacquer Jewelry Box with Bronze Hardware

Chinese Early 20th Century Red Lacquer Jewelry Box with Bronze Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese red lacquered jewelry box from the early 20th century, with lidded top and three drawers

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Chinese Hardwood Jewelry Box with Mother of Pearl Inlay, c. 1850
Chinese Hardwood Jewelry Box with Mother of Pearl Inlay, c. 1850

Chinese Hardwood Jewelry Box with Mother of Pearl Inlay, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

jewelry, each drawer filled with jades, pearls, coral necklaces, and hair pins. The front is adorned with

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Brass

1900s Antique Chinese Yellow Gold Dragon Cufflinks
1900s Antique Chinese Yellow Gold Dragon Cufflinks

1900s Antique Chinese Yellow Gold Dragon Cufflinks

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An impressive pair of antique Chinese 18 karat yellow gold 'dragon' cufflinks; part of our diverse

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Early 1900s Chinese Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Zhou Dynasty Ancient China Bird Motif Ancient Chinese Bone Hair Pin
Zhou Dynasty Ancient China Bird Motif Ancient Chinese Bone Hair Pin

Zhou Dynasty Ancient China Bird Motif Ancient Chinese Bone Hair Pin

Located in PUTNEY, NSW

that reflects the sophistication and artistry of ancient China. Adorned with a bird motif, this hair

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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Empire Antique Chinese Jewelry

Chinese Art Deco Semiprecious Bead Sampler
Chinese Art Deco Semiprecious Bead Sampler

Chinese Art Deco Semiprecious Bead Sampler

Located in New York, NY

Chinese Art Deco Semiprecious Bead Sampler from the 1920's. Hand polished and hand carved beads in

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1920s Chinese Artisan Antique Chinese Jewelry

Antique Chinese Filigree Hoops
Antique Chinese Filigree Hoops

Antique Chinese Filigree Hoops

Located in New York, NY

Antique Chinese Filigree Hoops from the early 20th Century. Elaborate hoops of lovely filigree work

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Early 1900s Chinese Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chinese Art Deco Drops Necklace
Chinese Art Deco Drops Necklace

Chinese Art Deco Drops Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Necklace of Chinese Art Deco Drops from the 1920's remounted later in the century. Each drop has a

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1920s Chinese Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Chinese White Porcelain Necklace
Vintage Chinese White Porcelain Necklace

Vintage Chinese White Porcelain Necklace

Located in Chesterland, OH

This vintage Chinese porcelain bead necklace features 50 beads with white and pink flower designs

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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Chinese Jewelry

Antique Chinese Peking Glass Buckle
Antique Chinese Peking Glass Buckle

Antique Chinese Peking Glass Buckle

Located in New York, NY

Antique Chinese Peking Glass Buckle from the late 19th Century. Set in incised bronze with

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1890s Chinese Victorian Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Bronze

Antique Chinese Fluorite and Amythest Beads
Antique Chinese Fluorite and Amythest Beads

Antique Chinese Fluorite and Amythest Beads

Located in New York, NY

Antique Art Deco Chinese Fluorite and Amythest Beads from the early 1900's on their original cord

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1920s Chinese Art Deco Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Fluorite

19th Century Chinese Lacquer Jewelry Box
19th Century Chinese Lacquer Jewelry Box

19th Century Chinese Lacquer Jewelry Box

Located in Brea, CA

19th century Qing Dynasty Chinese lacquer jewelry box detailed with various genre scenes in gold

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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Lacquer

Art Deco Chinese Drop Earrings
Art Deco Chinese Drop Earrings

Art Deco Chinese Drop Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Delicate Art Deco Chinese blue glass earrings set in silver from the 1920's. Screw back fittings

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1920s Chinese Art Deco Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Art Deco Chinese Coral Earrings
Art Deco Chinese Coral Earrings

Art Deco Chinese Coral Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Art Deco Chinese Coral Earrings with Mother of pearl "Eternity Knot" motifs. Tiny coral seed beads

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1920s Chinese Art Deco Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Coral, Silver

Large Antique Chinese Export Silver Enamel Peacock Buckle Floral Motifs Signed
Large Antique Chinese Export Silver Enamel Peacock Buckle Floral Motifs Signed

Large Antique Chinese Export Silver Enamel Peacock Buckle Floral Motifs Signed

Located in Monroe Township, NJ

A beautifully detailed antique Chinese export buckle crafted in silver and richly decorated with

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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Nouveau Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Old or Antique Chinese Solid Silver & Carved Carnelian Bird Brooch
Old or Antique Chinese Solid Silver & Carved Carnelian Bird Brooch

Old or Antique Chinese Solid Silver & Carved Carnelian Bird Brooch

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine signed antique Chinese brooch. With a carnelian gemstone carved in the form of two birds

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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Carnelian, Silver

Turquoise, Coral Necklace, Chinese, Circa 1920-1930
Turquoise, Coral Necklace, Chinese, Circa 1920-1930

Turquoise, Coral Necklace, Chinese, Circa 1920-1930

Located in Northampton, MA

This beautiful and beautifully simple necklace was handmade in China in the 1920s or into the 1930s

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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Coral, Turquoise, Silver

Chinese Export Silver Tone Filigree Cannetille Enamel Onyx Bracelet
Chinese Export Silver Tone Filigree Cannetille Enamel Onyx Bracelet

Chinese Export Silver Tone Filigree Cannetille Enamel Onyx Bracelet

Located in London, GB

Exquisite Chinese export silver tone filigree cannetille bracelet, featuring blue enamel and black

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Enamel

Antique Chinese Enamel and Lapis Glass Necklace
Antique Chinese Enamel and Lapis Glass Necklace

Antique Chinese Enamel and Lapis Glass Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Antique Chinese Enamel and Lapis Glass Necklace of silver circa 1900's. Central motif enameled in

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Early 1900s Chinese Victorian Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Vintage Chinese Blue Green Turquoise Sterling Silver Necklace
Vintage Chinese Blue Green Turquoise Sterling Silver Necklace

Vintage Chinese Blue Green Turquoise Sterling Silver Necklace

Located in Westport, CT

. Gross weight of 57.90 grams. Marked "925, CHINA" (...between around 1890 until c. 1920 all Chinese

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver

Elegant Chinese Antique Salmon Coral & Agate Beaded Bracelet 6.5"
Elegant Chinese Antique Salmon Coral & Agate Beaded Bracelet 6.5"

Elegant Chinese Antique Salmon Coral & Agate Beaded Bracelet 6.5"

Located in Richmond, CA

A charming antique Chinese bead bracelet featuring natural salmon coral beads, paired with

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Early 20th Century Chinese Artisan Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Agate, Coral

Antique Chinese Blue Turquoise Enamel Sterling Silver Bracelet
Antique Chinese Blue Turquoise Enamel Sterling Silver Bracelet

Antique Chinese Blue Turquoise Enamel Sterling Silver Bracelet

Located in Westport, CT

jewelry. Stamped “SILVER”. Measuring approximately 6.50 inches in length. Gross weight of 41.60 grams.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Chinese 14K Gold Chrysoprase Ring, Artisan Design, Circa 1925
Vintage Chinese 14K Gold Chrysoprase Ring, Artisan Design, Circa 1925

Vintage Chinese 14K Gold Chrysoprase Ring, Artisan Design, Circa 1925

Located in Palm Desert, CA

This vintage Chinese ring is exquisitely crafted in 14K gold, showcasing traditional artistry

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1920s Chinese Artisan Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

Antique Chinese Cinnabar Lacquered Rectangular Box and Cover, China, circa 1880,
Antique Chinese Cinnabar Lacquered Rectangular Box and Cover, China, circa 1880,

Antique Chinese Cinnabar Lacquered Rectangular Box and Cover, China, circa 1880,

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

, the outer sides covered with repeated geometric patterns. This box was made in China at the end of the

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Late 19th Century Asian Chinese Export Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Antique Hand Carved Jade Jadeite Pendant Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry Heirloom
Antique Hand Carved Jade Jadeite Pendant Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry Heirloom

Antique Hand Carved Jade Jadeite Pendant Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry Heirloom

Located in Montreal, QC

. Natural Jadeite is known as 'heavenly' and ‘Imperial' in the Chinese culture, believing it to bring good

Category

19th Century Chinese Early Victorian Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Jade

Chinese Coral and Kingfisher Feather Deco Drop Earrings
Chinese Coral and Kingfisher Feather Deco Drop Earrings

Chinese Coral and Kingfisher Feather Deco Drop Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Striking Chinese Coral and Kingfisher Feather Deco Drop Earrings circa 1920's. An aquamarine

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1920s Chinese Art Deco Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Coral, Vermeil, Silver, Brass, Gilt Metal

Art Deco Carved Chinese Amethyst Beaded Choker Necklace
Art Deco Carved Chinese Amethyst Beaded Choker Necklace

Art Deco Carved Chinese Amethyst Beaded Choker Necklace

Located in Monroe Township, NJ

Antique handmade Art Deco Chinese export necklace with carved Shou amethyst beads with a large

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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Turquoise Oval Cabochon Ring
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Turquoise Oval Cabochon Ring

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Turquoise Oval Cabochon Ring

Located in Munich, Bavaria

This beautifully crafted Chinese late 19th century silver ring is set with a wonderfully bright

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1890s Chinese Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Silver

Wonderful Chinese Art Deco Rock Crystal Fringe Earrings
Wonderful Chinese Art Deco Rock Crystal Fringe Earrings

Wonderful Chinese Art Deco Rock Crystal Fringe Earrings

Located in New York, NY

sways beautifully. Screw back fittings with rock crystal bead. Screw back fittings. 1920's Chinese

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1920s Chinese Art Deco Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Rock Crystal, Vermeil, Silver

Antique Early 20th Century Chinese Jade Bead Necklace, 15ct Gold Clasp
Antique Early 20th Century Chinese Jade Bead Necklace, 15ct Gold Clasp

Antique Early 20th Century Chinese Jade Bead Necklace, 15ct Gold Clasp

Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire

jade jewellery — serene, balanced, and quietly luxurious. Details • Origin: China • Period: Early

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Jade, Gold, 15k Gold

Antique Chinese Jade Snuff Bottle
Antique Chinese Jade Snuff Bottle

Antique Chinese Jade Snuff Bottle

Located in New York, NY

Antique Chinese Jade Snuff Bottle. This unique piece features intricate carvings on a smooth

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Jade

Early 20th Century Chinese Hand-Painted Wooden Box
Early 20th Century Chinese Hand-Painted Wooden Box

Early 20th Century Chinese Hand-Painted Wooden Box

Located in Pomona, CA

This is a traditional style of Chinese painted wooden Box from Shan Xi, China. It has about 100

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Wood

Late 19th to Early 20th Century Silver Baby Amulet Necklace, China
Late 19th to Early 20th Century Silver Baby Amulet Necklace, China

Late 19th to Early 20th Century Silver Baby Amulet Necklace, China

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Late 19th to early 20th century silver baby amulet necklace, China A wonderfully balanced silver

Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Artisan Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Silver

QING DYNASTY 1900 Chinese Export Enameled Bracelet In .900 Silver & Turquoises
QING DYNASTY 1900 Chinese Export Enameled Bracelet In .900 Silver & Turquoises

QING DYNASTY 1900 Chinese Export Enameled Bracelet In .900 Silver & Turquoises

Located in Miami, FL

Chinese export bracelet from the Qing Dynasty. This is a beautiful antique Chinese Export bracelet

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1890s Chinese British Colonial Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, Silver, Enamel, Sterling Silver

Chinese Antique Jade Pi Disk Circa 1820-1850 Certified Untreated
Chinese Antique Jade Pi Disk Circa 1820-1850 Certified Untreated

Chinese Antique Jade Pi Disk Circa 1820-1850 Certified Untreated

Located in Northampton, MA

visual warmth. Pi (also known as bi) disks have been part of Chinese culture for thousands of years

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Early 19th Century Chinese Artisan Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Jade

Chinese Burgundy Lacquer Table Chest, c. 1900
Chinese Burgundy Lacquer Table Chest, c. 1900

Chinese Burgundy Lacquer Table Chest, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

a brushed finish of burgundy lacquer. Unlike Chinese tabletop chests used for seals, cosmetics and

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Pine

Antique Chinese Carved Natural Green Nephrite Jade Pendant Beaded Necklace 32"
Antique Chinese Carved Natural Green Nephrite Jade Pendant Beaded Necklace 32"

Antique Chinese Carved Natural Green Nephrite Jade Pendant Beaded Necklace 32"

Located in Richmond, CA

This late 19c carved green nephrite jade pendant and beads necklace, with a total length of 32 inches, makes a versatile and sophisticated accessory. The beads are strung together on...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Artisan Antique Chinese Jewelry

Materials

Jade, Silver

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Antique Chinese Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the piece of antique chinese jewelry you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Silver, Gold and Sterling Silver — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 97 vintage editions and 2 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect item from our selection of antique chinese jewelry among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing choice in our collection of antique chinese jewelry — no matter the origin — is easy, but Wang Hing & Co., Cartier and Elgin each produced a popular version that is worth a look. While most can agree that any object in our assortment of antique chinese jewelry from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Jade version from the 27 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A mixed cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also round cut and bead versions for sale. Most of our antique chinese jewelry for sale are for women, but there are 66 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Antique Chinese Jewelry?

On average, a piece of antique chinese jewelry at 1stDibs sells for $1,500, while they’re typically $45 on the low end and $22,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Questions About Antique Chinese Jewelry
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    To 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 ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Paste 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 ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify antique jewelry, first try to locate any maker's markings. These may be found in a variety of inconspicuous locations, such as the insides of rings, the clasps of bracelets and chains and the backs of clip-on earrings, pendants and brooches. You can find trustworthy online reference guides that make searching for makers using their hallmarks easy. Once you have determined who produced your jewelry, learn about the creator and estimate approximately when they made your item. If your jewelry is at least 100 years old, it is antique. Alternatively, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist in dating your jewelry. Find a wide range of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    To 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 ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    Jewelry 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.
  • PAGODA RED
    PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020

    To determine the age of a Chinese furniture piece, look carefully at the joinery and finish. Natural expansion and contraction of the wood over time will cause a joint to protrude or retract, distorting a once-seamless fit. Antique lacquer finishes become crackled and worn over time. Areas of exposed wood, such as the underside of a table, the footrest of a chair, or the back of a cabinet should appear raw and dry compared to the finished surface. With use, the legs of tables and chairs become weathered near the bottom from precipitation and use.

  • Lotus Gallery
    Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020

    The best way to know is to take it to an expert, such as an appraiser, reputable dealer or auction house, or museum

  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify antique Chinese furniture, look carefully at its details. Chinese craftsmen often built furniture using mortise and tenon joinery, eliminating the need for nails and screws. If you see this type of hardware, your piece is likely not at least 100 years old, especially if the hardware still looks new and shiny. Since antique furniture was handmade, you will normally see slight imperfections, such as tool marks or slight variations in carvings. Pieces that appear completely uniform and pristine are less often genuine antiques.

    When present, maker's marks can also be helpful. Research the marks to learn more about when the maker was active and producing pieces like yours. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your furniture for you.

    Shop an assortment of antique Chinese furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    To 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To 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 ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    Yes, some antique jewelry is worth money. Precious metals and gemstones like platinum, gold, silver, diamonds and emeralds have value on their own. Even costume jewelry made of less expensive materials may prove valuable due to its style or maker. Because the condition also impacts the potential value of antique pieces, you may wish to have your jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In 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 ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell if antique jewelry is real gold, you can first perform a simple home test. Position a magnet near the jewelry. Since gold isn't naturally magnetic, the attraction between the magnet and your piece usually indicates that your jewelry is, at most, gold-plated or crafted out of an entirely different metal. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler can also help you determine what your antique jewelry is made of. Shop a diverse assortment of antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.