Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Antique Turkman Central Asia Silver Coral Pendants
Located in New York, NY
. Circa the early 20th century. Total weight: 54 g. Handmade Pendants and Silver Collectibles, Ethnic
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Early 20th Century Asian Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Silver
Central Asian Tribal Silver Talisman Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
, Ethnic Jewelry For Women.
OVERALL GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION. SIGNS OF AGE AND WEAR. REFER TO PHOTOS
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Late 19th Century Asian Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Moroccan Ethnic Silver Jewelry Choker
Located in North Hollywood, CA
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German nickel coin silver.
A Moroccan beautiful ethnic metal silvered jewelry choker.It is a traditional
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Early 20th Century Moroccan Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Set of Five Ethnic Necklaces in Different Materials
Located in Roma, IT
Set of Five Ethnic Necklaces in Different Materials.
Provenance: Giovanni Testori (1923-1993)
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Early 20th Century Modern Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Chinese Ethnic Antique Turquoise Jade Coral Silver Necklace Tribal Jewelry
Located in London, GB
A fine Chinese Ethnic Minority antique turquoise jade coral silver necklace from Bai people Yunnan
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Jade, Silver
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H 20.48 in W 0.79 in D 0.4 in
Ethnic Indian Decorative Jewelry Box with Brass, Kerala Nettur Petti
By Rajhastani
Located in North Hollywood, CA
late 19th to early 20th century.
Hand-painted and lacquered, this Ethnic Indian teak wood jewelry dowry
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1890s Indian Agra Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Brass
Antique Ethnic Tribal Kina Crescent Shell Necklaces Papua New Guinea Set of 3
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique Collectible Ethnic Tribal Folk Art Crescent Shell Pieces Choker Necklaces from Papua New
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Early 20th Century Papua New Guinean Tribal Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Shell, Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl
Ethnic Tapestry of 19th Century Russia: A Visual Anthology of Traditional Attire
Located in Langweer, NL
diverse cross-section of the ethnic groups that were present within the Russian Empire during the early
Category
1810s Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Paper
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H 9.45 in W 6.7 in D 0 in
Vintage Sterling Silver Amber Hinged Cuff Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A Mexican 925 Sterling Silver bracelet. The bracelet is made in an Ethnic design, and encrusted
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19th Century Unknown Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair of 19th Century Minangkabau High Karat Gold and Ruby Armlets, Gelang Gadang
Located in Austin, TX
powerful and wealthy ethnic minority spread throughout Southeast Asia.
These armbands would originally have
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Late 19th Century Indonesian Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
Antique Silver Repousse Islamic Talisman Holder
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in North Hollywood, CA
ethnic piece could be worn as a piece of jewelry, pendant or pin broch, necklace, pendant.
Silver Metal
Category
Early 20th Century Moroccan Folk Art Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Moroccan Berber Silver Bracelet with Green and Orange Enamel
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in North Hollywood, CA
silver.
Jewelry Type: Bracelet
Ethnic & Regional Style: African
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Early 20th Century Moroccan Folk Art Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Silver, Enamel
African Coin Bracelet in Bronze - lost wax - Africa 19th
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
who have strong linguistic, ethnic and cultural kinship
Very nice patina of use
Africa - End of 19th
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Late 19th Century African Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Bronze
Antique 19th Century Silver Tekke Turkmen Carnelian Cuff Bracelet
Located in Soquel, CA
, the semi-precious stones that embellish the jewelry are also imbued with protective powers. Pieces of
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1850s Turkmen Islamic Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, Gold Plate, Silver
Moroccan Berber Silver Bracelet with Green and Orange Enamel
Located in North Hollywood, CA
silver.
Jewelry Type: Bracelet
Ethnic & Regional Style: African
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Early 20th Century Moroccan Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Bratzkian Attire and Shamanic Regalia in 19th Century Russian Engravings, 1814
Located in Langweer, NL
larger ethnic community in Russia. She is wearing a vibrant red dress with ornate patterns and a
Category
1810s Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Paper
No Reserve
H 9.45 in W 6.7 in D 0 in
Palestinian Women Face Veil Bedouin, Sinai Bedouin Desert Garment
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Desert.
Vintage or semi antique collector ethnic folk art textile.
An amazing Niqab, Negev Bedouin veil
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1910s Palestinian Antique Ethnic Jewelry
19th Century Mughal India Raj Style Silver Traditional Anklet Bracelet Catchall
Located in North Hollywood, CA
vanity jewelry bowl.
The closure was a push pin mechanism that was closed.
Dhokra art old ethnic tribal
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Early 1900s Indian Islamic Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Silver Plate, Brass
Chinese Silver Dragon Snuff Box Hung Chong
By Hung Chong & Co.
Located in Newark, England
shòu (壽) is usually found on textiles, furniture, ceramics and jewellery. The ideograph may appear
Category
1910s Chinese Qing Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Biblia Sacra Man and Woman in the Garden of Pleasure original lithograph Salvado
By Salvador Dalí
Located in Paonia, CO
surrealist artist of Catalan ethnicity born in Figueres, Catalonia, Spain. One of the most famous artists
Category
1660s Surrealist Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Lithograph
Entrance to the temple at Klungkung, Bali, 1925
Located in Amsterdam, NL
appreciation for ethnic arts and an enormous ambition to tread new paths.
In 1898 he visited Indonesia for the
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1920s Art Nouveau Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Paper, Chalk
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H 20.87 in W 18.31 in D 0.04 in
Four Balinese, Bali (1910)
Located in Amsterdam, NL
adventure, a natural appreciation for ethnic arts and an enormous ambition to tread new paths.
In 1898 he
Category
1910s Art Nouveau Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Pencil, Paper
Statue of Vishnu Garuda, Bali, 1904
Located in Amsterdam, NL
, a lust for adventure, a natural appreciation for ethnic arts and an enormous ambition to tread new
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Pencil, Paper, India Ink
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H 8.43 in W 8.39 in D 0.04 in
Village Northern Bali, 1906
Located in Amsterdam, NL
sensitivity of an artist, a lust for adventure, a natural appreciation for ethnic arts and an enormous
Category
Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Graphite, Paper
Young boy at Loemboeng, 1918
Located in Amsterdam, NL
scientist tempered by the sensitivity of an artist, a lust for adventure, a natural appreciation for ethnic
Category
1910s Art Nouveau Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Graphite, Paper
Stone Statue, Madura, India, 1914
Located in Amsterdam, NL
appreciation for ethnic arts and an enormous ambition to tread new paths.
In 1898 he visited Indonesia for the
Category
1910s Art Nouveau Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Pencil, Paper
Stone Statue, Madura, India, 1914
Located in Amsterdam, NL
adventure, a natural appreciation for ethnic arts and an enormous ambition to tread new paths.
In 1898 he
Category
1910s Art Nouveau Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Pencil, Paper
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H 10.01 in W 6.58 in D 1.19 in
Weltevreden, Kebon Sirih, & Vlucht voor de bui (Fleeing the rain)
Located in Amsterdam, NL
lust for adventure, a natural appreciation for ethnic arts and an enormous ambition to tread new paths
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1910s Art Nouveau Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Graphite, Paper
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H 19.3 in W 23.63 in D 1.19 in
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Ethnic Jewelry
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By John Galliano for Christian Dior
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Miriam Haskell Classic Baroque Pearl Necklace
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell Classic three strand (three size) signature baroque faux pearl necklace. The center motif is made of Miriam Haskell's classic signature Russian gilt filigrees and crys...
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1940s American Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
Vintage Givenchy Modernist Gold Torque Collar 1980s
By Givenchy
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A striking modernist Vintage Givenchy Torque Necklace from the 1980s. Featuring an impressive hammered brushed gold torque style panel suspended from a high shine gold articulated sn...
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20th Century Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Gold
A French Empire Reticule in Leather and Steel beads - France Circa 1795-1815
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1795/1815
France
Rare Violin-shaped reticule in embossed morocco, sequins and polished steel beads, complete with its original chain and dating from the first quarter of the 1...
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1790s French Antique Ethnic Jewelry
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Size: 14cm X 18 cm
Traditional Silver Torque Necklace Chocker from Rajasthan India
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Traditional torque or Hansuli silvered necklace choker from Lambadi or Banjara and Sugali People, Andhra Pradesh, India.t India, circa 1950.
Fabulous vintage heavy spiral silvered pl...
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Early 20th Century Indian Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Vintage Givenchy Gold Jewelled Torque Necklace 1980S
By Givenchy
Located in Wilmslow, GB
An exquisite Vintage Givenchy Torque Necklace from the 1980s. Featuring twist style high quality gold plated metal set with faux precious cabochon gems for the luxe look. In very goo...
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20th Century Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate
Striking David Andersen Norway Sterling Silver Enamel Pendant Necklace
By David Anderson
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautifully crafted Striking solid sterling silver pendant, inlaid with turquoise enamel in vertical parallel lines design, suspended from a silver torque. A signature design from Bj...
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1960s Norwegian Modernist Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Fringed Torque Necklace
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage silver toned wired torque necklace featuring an extra long fringed hammered disc pendant.
Marked GAULTIER.
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20th Century French Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2004 lace-up corset deer leather jacket
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Rome, IT
Roberto Cavalli 70s-inspired Western crop leather jacket in soft hand-cut Deer skin and suede. Corset style, metallic gold leather accents, lace-up details on both sleeves and sides....
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Early 2000s Italian Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Vintage Chinese Hand-Painted Porcelain Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
This vintage Chinese porcelain bead necklace features 37 beads with russet orange designs hand-painted on a light-colored whitish hand-knotted silk "chain." The necklace is a 1930s A...
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Ethnic Jewelry
1930s Haskell FrankHess EnameledBrassCappedRedFruitPendants Bib Chain Necklace
By Frank Hess for Miriam Haskell
Located in Chicago, IL
With an organic flora motif characteristic of American Miriam Haskell's first designer Frank Hess, this 1930s Russian-gilt brass oval-link chain necklace features a tiered bib of fre...
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1930s American Art Deco Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Brass, Base Metal, Yellow Gold, Gilt Metal
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Miriam Haskell Gilt Leaves Pendant Necklace
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell Gilt Leaf Pendant Necklace composed of hand sewn rose montees crystals on electroplated leaves and faux pearls. Chaining is of 2 gilt chains mixed with a rhinestone ch...
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1950s American Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
Natural Coral and 14K Gold Multi-Strand Beaded Necklace
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A 14 karat yellow gold three-strand natural red coral beaded necklace. The necklace has a beautiful round gold filigree clasp set with a round cabochon cut coral stone. The corals on...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Gold
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Located in Bloomington, IN
culture; the result was a cosmopolitan, multi-ethnic society which is reflected in the many types and
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15th Century and Earlier American Artist Antique Ethnic Jewelry
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Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, Gold
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Located in New York, NY
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Ethnic Groups: Yoruba
Regions: Nigeria
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19th Century Nigerian Tribal Antique Ethnic Jewelry
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Copper
Antique Kerala Ethnic Indian Mahogany Jewelry Box with Brass Mounting
Located in Vero Beach, FL
This is an original and decorative 19th or early 20th century Indian jewelry or dowry chest. It is
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Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Brass
Set of Five Ethnic Necklaces in Different Materials, Early 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Set of five ethnic necklaces in different materials
Provenance: Giovanni Testori (1923-1993
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Sandstone
H 13.78 in W 3.94 in D 1.97 in
Set of Five Ethnic Necklaces in Different Materials, Early 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Set of five ethnic necklaces in different materials.
Provenance: Private Collection Giovanni
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Early 20th Century Central American Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Sandstone
H 11.82 in W 3.15 in D 1.19 in
Set of Five Vintage Ethnic Necklaces in Different Materials, Early 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Set of five vintage ethnic necklaces in different materials realized in South America in the early
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Early 20th Century South American Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Sandstone
H 9.85 in W 0.79 in D 1.97 in
Chinese Antique Jade Coral Silver Necklace Yunnan Coral Asian Tribal Jewelry
Located in London, GB
with rare central carved lattice work jade bead
Yunnan ethnic minority China
Period 19th century.
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Ethnic Jewelry
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Silver
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Located in Chicago, IL
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Ethnic Jewelry
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Silver
Roman Funerary Bust of Man
Located in EL CAMPELLO, ES
. However, this does not reveal the ethnic identity of the dead because, at that time, it was the general
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15th Century and Earlier Classical Roman Antique Ethnic Jewelry
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Limestone
Silver Ethnic Afghan Tribal Engraved Bracelet
Located in Rotterdam, NL
wrist.
Height: 4.0 cm
Weight: 55.62 grams
This silver ethnic bracelet comes beautifully packaged.
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Early 20th Century Afghan Antique Ethnic Jewelry
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Silver
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Located in Sofia, BG
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1880s French Rustic Antique Ethnic Jewelry
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Bronze
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Antique Ethnic Jewelry
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Located in Geneva, CH
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Early 20th Century Unknown Artisan Antique Ethnic Jewelry
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Turquoise, Sterling Silver
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16th Century British Artisan Antique Ethnic Jewelry
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Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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1880s Early Victorian Antique Ethnic Jewelry
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Carnelian, Silver, Sterling Silver
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Located in North Hollywood, CA
Pair of antique handcrafted Ghungroo Bells Dancing anklets from Rajasthan India.
Ethnic tribal
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Early 20th Century Indian Tribal Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Materials
Metal
Ethnic Carnelian and Turquoise Intaglio Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
A stunning large ethnic tribal ring with carved carnelian stone intaglio. The ring is hand cast
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Early 20th Century Afghan Bohemian Antique Ethnic Jewelry
Framed Antique Mongolian Hair Adornments
Located in Sarasota, FL
frame. (Reference book by Truus Daalder: Ethnic Jewelry & Adornment - pg. 280).
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Late 19th Century Mongolian Antique Ethnic Jewelry
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Coral, Silver
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Located in Toronto, ON
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Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Ethnic Jewelry
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Antique Ethnic Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs
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The average selling price for a piece of antique ethnic jewelry at 1stDibs is $503, while they’re typically $11 on the low end and $1,480 for the highest priced.
Questions About Antique Ethnic 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 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.
- 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 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.