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Antique French Glass Costume Jewelry Necklace and Earrings Set
Located in New York, NY
Rare Antique French Glass Costume Jewelry Necklace Set Large Has Been in Private collection for
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19th Century Antique Costume Jewelry

Silvertone Cuff and Earrings, Costume Jewelry
Located in Stamford, CT
Wide silvertone cuff with large decorative enamel medallion with matching oval screw back earrings. Earrings are 1.13" x 0.88".
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1920s American Antique Costume Jewelry

Antique Venetian Wedding Cake Beaded Necklace
Located in McKinney, TX
- Antique item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the early 20th century - 25" length
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Early 1900s Italian Modern Antique Costume Jewelry

Early20thC ByzantineRedCrossPendant LampworkGlass Galalith SilverToggle Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
couturiers Gabriel "Coco" Chanel, Yves Saint Laurent and Christian Lacroix for their costume jewelry, this
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Early 20th Century French Byzantine Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Quartz, Gold, Silver, Copper

Art Deco Gold Hinged Cuff Bracelet With S-Swirl Motif By Napier, 1920s
By Napier
Located in McKinney, TX
- Antique item - Extremely rare, hard to find style - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the
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1920s American Modern Antique Costume Jewelry

Antique 14 Karat Gold Quartz Cross Brooch
Located in Wallkill, NY
costume jewelry. We have been selling this collection since 2013. Any questions please call, email or hit
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Quartz, 14k Gold

Victorian Lady with Lamb Carved Shell Cameo Brooch/Necklace, 1920s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the early 20th century - Pendant measures
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1920s Unknown Victorian Antique Costume Jewelry

14 Karat Gold Woman's Face Portrait Ring
Located in Wallkill, NY
pieces of Fine, costume jewelry, sterling silver, and vintage clothing! Any questions please call, email
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1910s Art Nouveau Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Revival Opal 14 Karat Gold Ring
Located in Wallkill, NY
well as our huge collection of costume jewelry. We have been selling this collection since 2013. Any
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1890s Unknown Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Art Deco Ring Red, White and Blue, 1920s
Located in Wallkill, NY
to check our storefront for hundreds of pieces of Fine, costume jewelry, sterling silver, and vintage
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Louis Rousselet ArtDeco Glass FloralLampwork Beaded Silver Toggle Necklace
By Louis Rousselet
Located in Chicago, IL
creating custom-made costume jewelry for French couture houses since 1920, we date this necklace with its
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Ring 1920s Art Deco
Located in Wallkill, NY
sure to check our storefront for more jewelry as well as our huge collection of costume jewelry. We
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold Art Deco Onyx Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Wallkill, NY
hundreds of pieces of Fine, costume jewelry, sterling silver, and vintage clothing! Any questions please
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1920s Art Deco Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Onyx, White Gold, 14k Gold

Victorian Whitby Jet Muckross House Mourning Brooch Pin
Located in Wallkill, NY
Jewelry including Hopi, Zuni, Navajo, Southwestern, sterling silver, costume jewelry and fine jewelry. We
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1860s American Victorian Antique Costume Jewelry

Rose - Green Gold Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant Antique
Located in Wallkill, NY
our huge collection of costume jewelry. We have been selling this collection since 2013. Any questions
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

10k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 1898 Locket Tri Colored Gold Victorian perfume
Located in Wallkill, NY
silver, costume jewelry and fine jewelry from one collector. Be sure to check our storefront for more
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 10k Gold, 9k Gold

Victorian Gold Seed Pearl Wide Bangle Bracelet, 1870s
Located in Wallkill, NY
massive collection of Costume Jewelry, Hopi, Zuni, Navajo, Southwestern and sterling silver jewelry from
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, 14k Gold

Antique 10 Karat Rose Gold Folding Watch Chain Fob Pendant
Located in Wallkill, NY
clothing as well as Hopi, Zuni, Navajo, Southwestern, sterling silver, costume jewelry, and fine jewelry
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Early 1900s Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

10k Gold, Rose Gold

Art Nouveau 10 Karat Gold Malachite Ring
Located in Wallkill, NY
jewelry as well as our huge collection of costume jewelry. We have been selling this collection since 2013
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1920s Art Nouveau Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Malachite, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Gold Turquoise Stick Pin 10 Karat
Located in Wallkill, NY
designer & Vintage clothing as well as Hopi, Zuni, Navajo, Southwestern, sterling silver, costume jewelry
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1890s Victorian Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian gold Hair locket pendant - Black Jet
Located in Wallkill, NY
, sterling silver, costume jewelry and fine jewelry from one collector. Be sure to check our store front for
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

14 Karat gold Victorian Carved Agate Cameo Ring 1800s
Located in Wallkill, NY
jewelry as well as our huge collection of costume jewelry. We have been selling this collection since 2013
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1850s Unknown Early Victorian Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Agate, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Green Strass Necklace, Gablonz Rhinestone Collier, Art Deco, Germany 1920 ´s
Located in Berlin, DE
. This high quality costume jewellery was created in the twenties of the last century. The diameter of
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1920s Czech Art Deco Antique Costume Jewelry

Antique Cameo 14 Karat Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Wallkill, NY
silver, costume jewelry, and fine jewelry. Be sure to check our storefront for more fabulous pieces from
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1920s Unknown Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Gothic "S" Onyx Gold Initial Ring Victorian
Located in Wallkill, NY
. This is out of a massive collection of Hopi, Zuni, Navajo, Southwestern, sterling silver, costume
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1860s Victorian Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 1860s Rose Gold Crucifix Band Ring, Hand Made
Located in Wallkill, NY
, Southwestern, sterling silver, costume jewelry and fine jewelry from one collector. Be sure to check our store
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold

Early Victorian 14 Karat Rose Gold Turquoise Pearl Double Band Ring
Located in Wallkill, NY
). Please be sure to check our storefront for more jewelry as well as our huge collection of costume jewelry
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1840s Victorian Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

10 Karat Rose Gold Greek Male Warrior Cameo Necklace Antique Victorian
Located in Wallkill, NY
, Southwestern, sterling silver, costume jewelry, and fine jewelry. Be sure to check our storefront for more
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1890s Victorian Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

10k Gold, Rose Gold

14 Karat Gold Victorian Pietra Dura Mosaic Floral Pin Brooch
Located in Wallkill, NY
silver, costume jewelry and fine jewelry from one collector. Be sure to check our storefront for more
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1890s Victorian Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

10 Karat Rose Gold Three Opal Pin Brooch
Located in Wallkill, NY
Contemporary designer clothing as well as Hopi, Zuni, Navajo, Southwestern, sterling silver, costume jewelry
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

George Barbier Watercolor Illustration 1929 Royal Baroque Costume
By George Barbier
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
and aside from illustration, he became widely acclaimed for the design of costumes, jewellery
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1920s French Baroque Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Paper

Claw Set Persian Turquoise Gold Ring
Located in Wallkill, NY
of Hopi, Zuni, Navajo, Southwestern, sterling silver, costume jewelry and fine jewelry from one
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 10k Gold

Opal 10 Karat Gold Lavalier Necklace Sunburst Seed Pearl
Located in Wallkill, NY
clothing as well as Hopi, Zuni, Navajo, Southwestern, sterling silver, costume jewelry and fine jewelry
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1870s Unknown Victorian Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

1920s 18 Karat Gold Ring Aquamarine and Sapphire Engagement
Located in Wallkill, NY
Contemporary designer clothing as well as Hopi, Zuni, Navajo, Southwestern, sterling silver, costume jewelry
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1920s Art Deco Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Aquamarine, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique 9 Karat Gold Scarab Beetle Necklace with Pearls
Located in Wallkill, NY
designer & Vintage clothing as well as Hopi, Zuni, Navajo, Southwestern, sterling silver, costume jewelry
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1920s British Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Victorian 14 Karat Yellow and White Gold Cut Out Floral Wedding Band Ring
Located in Wallkill, NY
, sterling silver, costume jewelry and fine jewelry. Be sure to check our store front for more fabulous
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1880s American Victorian Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Rose 14 Karat Gold Large Oval Amethyst Ring
Located in Wallkill, NY
sure to check our storefront for more jewelry as well as our huge collection of costume jewelry. We
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1870s Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

10K Oval Coral Ring Victorian Gold Antique
Located in Wallkill, NY
collection of Hopi, Zuni, Navajo, Southwestern, sterling silver, costume jewelry and fine jewelry from one
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Coral, 10k Gold

14 Karat Gold Micro Mosaic Floral Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in Wallkill, NY
, Navajo, Southwestern, sterling silver, costume jewelry and fine jewelry from one collector. Be sure to
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1860s Italian Early Victorian Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Art Nouveau Snake Venetian glass serpent Brooch Pin
Located in Wallkill, NY
collection of Hopi, Zuni, Navajo, Southwestern, sterling silver, costume jewelry and fine jewelry from one
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1910s Art Nouveau Antique Costume Jewelry

Micro Mosaic 15 Karat Gold Pendant Brooch King Charles Spaniel
Located in Wallkill, NY
Hopi, Zuni, Navajo, Southwestern, sterling silver, costume jewelry and fine jewelry from one collector
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1860s Italian Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Open Back Crystal Necklace, circa 1920s
Located in New York, NY
you wanted to make it longer. Amazing Costume jewelry is for people who have taste and not for people
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Mixed Metal

Vintage Open Back Crystal Necklace, circa 1920s
Vintage Open Back Crystal Necklace, circa 1920s
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14K Gold Victorian Garnet Red Stone Dangle Earrings- Antique
Located in Wallkill, NY
silver, costume jewelry and fine jewelry from one collector. Be sure to check our store front for more
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Garnet, 14k Gold

14 Karat Gold Black Jet Pocket Watch Chain Fob
Located in Wallkill, NY
Hopi, Zuni, Navajo, Southwestern, sterling silver, costume jewelry and fine jewelry. Be sure to check
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1890s Victorian Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

Antique Gold plated Amethyst belt buckle
Located in Wallkill, NY
Hopi, Zuni, Navajo, Southwestern, sterling silver, costume jewelry and fine jewelry from one collector
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1890s Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Gold Plate

Art Nouveau Sterling silver Portrait Brooch Pin Pendant 1920s
Located in Wallkill, NY
, Southwestern, sterling silver, (costume jewelry that was not worn) and fine jewelry from one collector. Be
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1920s American Art Nouveau Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

14 Karat Gold Victorian Hair Mourning Brooch
Located in Wallkill, NY
, Navajo, Southwestern, sterling silver, (costume jewelry that was not worn) and fine jewelry we have both
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1850s Victorian Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat White Gold Sapphire Pendant or Brooch Antique
Located in Wallkill, NY
. This is out of our massive collection of Hopi, Zuni, Navajo, Southwestern, sterling silver, costume
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1920s American Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold

Art Deco Amber Glass Sautoir Necklace 1920s
Located in Wallkill, NY
of our massive collection of Hopi, Zuni, Navajo, Southwestern, sterling silver, costume jewelry and
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Base Metal

14 Karat Gold Peridot Seed Pearl Lavalier Necklace
Located in Wallkill, NY
Hopi, Zuni, Navajo, Southwestern, sterling silver, costume jewelry and fine jewelry from one collector
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1910s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Gold Victorian Lavaliere Diamond and Pearl Necklace
Located in Wallkill, NY
designer clothing as well as Hopi, Zuni, Navajo, Southwestern, sterling silver, costume jewelry and fine
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1870s Unknown Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

14 Karat Gold Ring Blue Seed Pearl Art Nouveau
Located in Wallkill, NY
Hopi, Zuni, Navajo, Southwestern, sterling silver, costume jewelry and fine jewelry from one collector
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1910s American Art Nouveau Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Red Coral Cameo Oval 10 Karat Gold Ring, Hand Carved
Located in Wallkill, NY
massive collection of Hopi, Zuni, Navajo, Southwestern, sterling silver, costume jewelry and fine jewelry
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1880s American Victorian Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Coral, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 14 Karat Rose and White Gold Pocket Watch Chain Fob
Located in Wallkill, NY
massive collection of Hopi, Zuni, Navajo, Southwestern, sterling silver, costume jewelry and fine jewelry
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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

George Barbier Ink and Watercolor, "Louis XIV" 1929 Royal Baroque Costume
By George Barbier
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
of costumes, jewellery, wallpaper, glass, and more. His work with various magazines such as Vogue
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1920s European Baroque Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Paper

Antique HandPressedGlass European GoldFiligreeCapped Beaded Heavy Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
create a bead with a hole and a seam, were often used to produce costume jewelry as a cottage industry in
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Early 20th Century German Late Victorian Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Brass, Gilt Metal

Antique Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Chased Belt Buckle
Located in Wallkill, NY
. This is out of a massive collection of Hopi, Zuni, Navajo, Southwestern, sterling silver, (costume
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Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Costume Jewelry

Antique Cameo White 14 Karat Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Wallkill, NY
is out of a massive collection of Hopi, Zuni, Navajo, Southwestern, sterling silver, (costume jewelry
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1910s Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Victorian 14 Karat Estate Gold Coral Brooch Pin
Located in Wallkill, NY
, Southwestern, sterling silver, costume jewelry and fine jewelry from one collector. Be sure to check our store
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold

Gold Filled Blood Red Bohemian Garnet brooch Pin Antique 19th Century
Located in Wallkill, NY
silver, costume jewelry and fine jewelry from one collector. Be sure to check our storefront for more
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Early 19th Century Czech Georgian Antique Costume Jewelry

Materials

Garnet, Gold-filled

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Antique Costume Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the piece of antique costume jewelry you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 14k gold and yellow gold. If you’re looking for an item from our selection of antique costume jewelry from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic choice in our collection of antique costume jewelry over the years, but those made by Bar Jewellery, Aksel Holmsen and Black, Starr & Frost are often thought to be among the most beautiful. An object in our assortment of antique costume jewelry can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but diamond rings, from our inventory of 50, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. See these pages for a mixed cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also rose cut cut and round cut cut versions available here, too. Finding an option in this array of antique costume jewelry for sale for women should be easy, but there are 59 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Antique Costume Jewelry?

The price for a piece of antique costume jewelry starts at $108 and tops out at $885,000 with these brooches, on average, selling for $1,585.
Questions About Antique Costume Jewelry
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Costume jewelry is very desirable on the secondhand market. There are many collectible costume jewelry brands that are quite valuable.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    To tell how old costume jewelry is, first look for identifying marks. You can then use trusted online resources to determine who made the piece. Once you know the maker, you can then research their designs to try and estimate the age. The best way to determine how old a piece of costume jewelry is would be to consult a knowledgeable appraiser or antique jewelry dealer for assistance with dating the accessory. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of vintage and antique jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Vintage costume jewelry refers to costume jewelry that is 20 to 80 years old. Jewelry, costume or otherwise, that is 100 years old is referred to as antique. The big design fair in Paris in 1900 inspired jewelers to work with inexpensive materials, and Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel and others helped popularize costume jewelry during the 1920s. The roots of costume jewelry, however, took shape at least as far back as the 18th century, when paste jewelry that featured hand-cut glass instead of gemstones first emerged. Shop a variety of vintage costume jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chanel uses a variety of materials to produce costume jewelry. Most pieces are non-precious metals with resin, glass and crystal used in place of genuine pearls and gemstones. Some designs incorporate real leather or fabrics like velvet. You'll find a variety of Chanel jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Dior costume jewelry will tarnish over time if not properly taken care of. Be sure to avoid getting fragrances and creams on your jewelry, and clean your accessories every so often to help it last. Shop a collection of Dior jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Although costume jewelry is usually more affordable because many Chanel costume pieces have a timeless style as well as good craftsmanship, they hold their value and so can be sold at an expensive price.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 29, 2024
    You can buy Chanel costume jewelry directly from the brand’s official website as well as in its boutiques. See the site’s store locator in order to find the official Chanel boutique nearest you. You can also find Chanel products on offer at any of the luxury house’s authorized retailers as well as through resellers.

    Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel introduced her costume jewelry in the 1920s, when the economy was roaring and fine jewelry was the main mode of adornment among her clients. Fearless about giving offense, Chanel proclaimed, “I love fakes because I find such jewelry provocative, and I find it disgraceful to walk around with millions of dollars around your neck, just because you are rich.” Then, in 1932, in the midst of the Great Depression, Chanel dramatically switched gears and designed her first and only diamond jewelry collection, Bijoux de Diamants.

    Find vintage Chanel costume jewelry for sale on 1stDibs.

  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    To know what costume jewelry is worth money, one option is to conduct some online research. You can read articles on trusted websites to find out what types of pieces and makers are highly sought after. Another approach is to peruse the sold sections of reputable online platforms to get a feel for the selling prices of different types of jewelry. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of jewelry from some of the world's top dealers.
  • 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 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.
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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.