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Italian Bronze Rectangular Portrait Jewelry/Vanity Box
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is an Italian bronze small rectangular jewelry/vanity portrait box. It depicts an embossed
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Bronze
Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Miniature Portrait Brooch With Rose Cut Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
, showcases the exceptional craftsmanship and artistry for which the esteemed jewelry firm was known
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Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
H 0.15 in W 0.89 in L 1.14 in
Victorian 2.32 Carat Diamond and 12k Yellow Gold Miniature Portrait Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
, silver set hand painted miniature portrait pendant; part of our diverse antique portrait jewellery
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1890s Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
H 0.25 in Dm 1 in L 18 in
Portrait of Woman with Jewelry
Located in Fredericksburg, VA
Orleans at the time and is a very well done portrait in excellent condition.
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Mid-19th Century Hudson River School Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Portrait of a Lady in Green Dress & Pearl Jewellery c.1660 Painting John Wright
By John Michael Wright
Located in London, GB
a female’s attire in portraits since at least the 1630’s. Here, they are used in her hair and as a
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17th Century Old Masters Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 39.38 in W 33.47 in D 3.15 in
French Bronze Jewelry Musical Box with Portrait Miniature Painting
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
French Bronze Jewelry Musical Box with Portrait Miniature Painting
Late 1800s to earliest 1900s
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Early 1900s French Romantic Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Hand Carved Portrait Shell Cameo Gold Pin Pendant Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Cameo Pin depicting a Beautiful Young Woman posing a striking a Romantic pose. The Hand Carved oval Cameo is securely set in a Handmade 14K yellow Gold bezel and and filigr...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
French Gilt Bronze Jewelry Box with Limoges Enamel Portrait Plaque
Located in Vilnius, LT
Antique French bronze jewelry box with Limoges enamel portrait plaque.
This jewelry box with
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Early 20th Century French Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Bronze
Art Nouveau Satin Lined Jewelry Box with/ Portrait on Cover
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Art Nouveau Jewelry Pink Satin Lined Box, the woman is depicted with flowers in her hair and pink
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1910s American Art Nouveau Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Wood
Edwardian Portrait Marquise Cut Diamond and Ruby Ring
Located in London, GB
from 18ct yellow gold and showcases a single marquise shaped portrait-cut diamond which has been
Category
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Jadeite Jade Hand 24 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Hand carved Chinese Jadeite Jade Hand and hand crafted 24 Karat yellow Gold Brooch. Approx. 3.55” Long. Super cool vintage piece, ready to wear from...
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Early 20th Century Artisan Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Jade, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Dresser or Jewelry Box with Enamel Portrait and Gilt Bronze Mounts
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique dresser or jewelry box is unsigned, but presumed to have been made in France in
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Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Bronze, Enamel
Edwardian Diamond Portrait Brooch, c.1902
Located in London, GB
features a stunningly detailed portrait painted with three small diamonds set as if to be her jewellery
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Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Enamel Portrait Brooch with Sapphires and Diamond
Located in New York, NY
Enamel Portrait Brooch with Sapphires and Diamond
Description:
This finely crafted brooch centers
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Early 1900s Unknown Retro Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Georgian German 14k Portrait Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
ring features a circular centerpiece, which holds a hand-painted portrait. The portrait depicts Ludwig
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1750s Georgian Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
First Empire Napoleonic Portrait Necklace
Located in New Orleans, LA
portraits set beneath glass, portraying figures of the Empire. The clasp is centered with the likeness of
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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, Rose Gold
1920's Czech Portrait Earrings
Located in New York, NY
1920's Czech Portrait Earrings with faux coral, enamel and lithographed milk glass pendants of a
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1920s Czech Art Deco Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
Victorian 14KT Yellow Gold Diamond Portrait Cameo Pin
Located in New York, NY
This Victorian portrait Cameo pin is an elegant and timeless addition to any jewelry collection
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1870s American Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Victorian Yellow Gold Miniature Portrait Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian 9k yellow gold hand painted miniature portrait pendant
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1870s Unknown Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian portrait brooch, ceramic, hand painted
Located in NEWARK, GB
A fine antique Victorian era hand enamelled porcelain brooch.
The brooch is an oval shape with a hand painted porcelain plaque to the centre featuring an angelic child or a Putti.
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19th Century European Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Bronze, Gilt Metal
Carved Coral seed pearls gold Portrait Cameo
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
leaves, seed pearls and a Greek border framing her gorgeous portrait. Turn it over to reveal a pin back
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1880s Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry
Victorian 18K Enameled Portrait Pin Brooch Locket
Located in Big Bend, WI
Victorian 18K yellow gold pin with applied green gold accents featuring an enameled scene of a man and woman - a courting couple. The enamel is bright and vibrant colors and in excel...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
French Art Nouveau 18 Karat Yellow Gold Child's Portrait Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
jewelry since 1975, we deliver all our jewel with their certificate of authenticity, written by our
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Brooch with Portrait & Transparent Enamel, Diamonds & Natural Pearls
Located in Aspen, CO
Antique portrait and transparent enamel brooch with rose cut diamonds and natural pearls. This
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1890s Late Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver, Enamel
Victorian Handpainted Miniature Portrait With Yellow Gold and Diamond Frame
Located in New York, NY
Antique Portrait Miniature Brooch with Ornate Gold Filigree and Old Mine Cut Diamond Accents. This
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1890s Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 10k Gold, 15k Gold
H 0.19 in W 1.33 in L 1.2 in
Victorian Sterling Silver Lovely Lady Portrait Brooch Pin
Located in Wallkill, NY
" x 1.38
This is out of a massive jewelry collection from a Westchester county NY estate 95% of this
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Framed Portrait Monochrome Photography American Postcolonial 9k Gold Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Framed Portrait Monochrome Photography American Gilded Age
Size: 2.5 inch by 2 inch
Weight: 18.3
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1880s American Art Nouveau Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
9k Gold
Antique 18ct Gold French, Victorian Hardstone Lady Cameo Portrait Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
portrait of a lady, intricately designed from hardstone. The captivating profile is elegantly framed in
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Plojoux diamond enamel portrait pendant/brooch, Swiss, circa 1915.
Located in London, GB
Plojoux diamond enamel portrait pendant/brooch. Set throughout the brooch with sixteen round mixed
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1910s Swiss Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Enamel
Estate Art Nouveau Era 14KT Yellow Gold Heart Portrait Pin
Located in New York, NY
Estate Art Nouveau Era 14KT Yellow Gold Heart Pin featuring a porcelain portrait of a couple. This
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Vintage Hand Carved Portrait Amethyst and Seed Pearl Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
carved Faux Amethyst, featuring 2 Lovely Female Portraits, accented with Hand crafted Silver Jewelry
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Mid-19th Century Artisan Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, Silver, Brass
Victorian 18kt Diamond & Enamel Portrait Locket
Located in Narberth, PA
is made of 18kt yellow gold and has a vividly stunning portrait displayed on its face. The portrait
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Antique Limoges Enamel Portrait Brooch Renaissance Revival Gilt Metal
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This Limoges Enamel is set in a frame made out of gilt metal. It shows a portrait of a Renaissance
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1880s French Renaissance Revival Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Enamel, Mixed Metal
Estate Pearl &Enameled Brooch Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Miniature Portrait
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
a hand-painted portrait of a beautiful young woman with rose colored gown and gems decorating her
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Early 20th Century European Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Gold and Enamel Portrait Cuff Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Gold And Enamel Portrait Cuff Bracelet , Enamel Portrait of a Middle Eastern Royal with 3 pearls
Category
Early 1900s Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Gold, Enamel
Antique 15ct Gold, Victorian Seed Pearl & Shell Cameo Portrait Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
features a captivating shell portrait depicting a serene scene with a tree, two doves, a woman, and a small
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold
Hand Painted Portrait Yellow Gold French Brooch Pin
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
In the style of Limoges, this fourteen karat brooch is hand painted by an unknown early 18th century artist. The delicately painted enamel subject has soft facial features and wisps ...
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Early 20th Century French Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Era 18KT Yellow Gold And Silver Portrait Diamond Pin
Located in New York, NY
Antique Victorian Era 18KT Yellow Gold And Silver Portrait Diamond Pin. The 0.75CT-TW rose cut
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1890s American Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Guilloche Enamel Portrait Brooch with Rose Cut Diamonds
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
portrait brooch is skillfully hand painted and crafted guilloche enamel. Two rose cut diamonds adorn the
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Late 19th Century French Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau 18K Yellow Gold Portrait Brooch - France - Circa 1900
Located in Chatham, CA
Art Nouveau 18K yellow gold portrait brooch - featuring a classical style portrait bust in relief
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15ct Gold, Early Victorian Cherub Shell Cameo Portrait Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Cameo Brooch
15ct Gold Tested
Circa 1860
This exquisite brooch showcases a charming cherub intricately carved from shell, encased in a stunning 15ct yellow gold frame. T...
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 15k Gold
Roman Silver Intaglio Men's Ring With Profile Portrait
Located in Firenze, IT
Roman Silver Signet Ring with profile portrait on bronze 1st-3rd century AD
Top size 25mm
Size: 7
Category
15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Victorian 18 Karat Gold Enamel Diamond Musician Lady Portrait Stick Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a Victorian stick pin brooch. It depicts a portrait of a musician lady playing a mandolin
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Enamel
Early portrait miniature memorial ring, circa 1793.
Located in London, GB
Early portrait miniature memorial ring. Vertically set with an oval portrait miniature of a lady in
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1790s Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Gold
Victorian 15 Karat Gold Porcelain Lady Miniature Portrait Oval Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
1840.
The piece features a miniature portrait depicting a lady. It is hand painted on a porcelain
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Early 19th Century Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Gold
Victorian 18 Karat Gold Lady Wearing Pearls Signed Miniature Portrait Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
features a detailed miniature portrait of a lady wearing pearls. It is hand painted and covered with glass
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Mid-19th Century French Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Brooch Enamel Portrait Noble Lady Gothic Revival Diamond Gold Silver
Located in Munich, Bavaria
profile bust of a lady wearing a bonnet. The portrait bust is executed in raised enamel over a red
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1860s European Gothic Revival Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver, Enamel
W 1.97 in D 0.08 in L 1.11 in
Victorian Painted Enamel 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Portrait Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring a cushion-shaped form painted with enamel portrait of a young boy
Depicted wearing
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1860s Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Victorian brooch with a portrait and diamonds up to 1.00ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
Victorian 18k yellow gold brooch with a porcelain portrait surrounded by old mine cut/rose cut
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian 9 Karat Gold Enamel Man Portrait Signet Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a Victorian signet ring crafted in 9K gold. Circa 1890. It features a man portrait made in
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Gold, Enamel
Antique 14 Karat Gold Hand Painted Portrait Brooch Pin Pendant
Located in Wallkill, NY
14k yellow gold antique hand painted on porcelain portrait brooch pin with a bale on the back. The
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1920s Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique 14K Yellow Gold Porcelain Hand-Painted Madonna & Child Portrait Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite brooch features a finely detailed painted portrait of Madonna and Child. The artwork
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Early 20th Century Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
H 0.34 in W 1.7 in L 1.96 in
Antique Victorian Hand Painted Miniature Portrait Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
wide. Pendant is 1.75" x 1 3/8". Featuring a hand painted miniature portrait and surrounding enamel
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19th Century Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry
Antique Georgian 1.5 Carat Diamond Virgin Mary and Jesus Portrait Brooch
Located in London, GB
Georgian jewellery is highly sought after. The Goldsmiths of this period were highly skilled
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17th Century Unknown Georgian Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 9k Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian Painted Porcelain Portrait Whitby Jet Pendant Bow Brooch
Located in London, GB
a lovely painted porcelain portrait. The dog clip is attached to the pendant with black ribbon
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry
Antique French Gamet Enamel Brooch Fabiola Portrait on Gold Frame
Located in Montreal, QC
Antique French enamel brooch, depicting the Fabiola portrait signed Gamet France on 10k gold frame
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Early 1900s French Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 10k Gold, Enamel
Antique Early 19th Century Portrait Miniature Marcasite Pendant
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
This beautiful portrait miniature pendant was most likely created in France.
Condition Report
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Early 19th Century French Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Marcasite, Silver
Antique Victorian Era 14KT Yellow Gold Portrait Cameo Diamond Pin Brooch
Located in New York, NY
, this portrait cameo diamond pin brooch showcases intricate detailing and the finest craftsmanship of
Category
1880s American Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
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Antique Portrait Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact piece of antique portrait jewelry you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and 14k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You’re likely to find the perfect item from our selection of antique portrait 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 20th Century. Creating a choice in our collection of antique portrait jewelry has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by A. C. Lalli, Bailey, Banks & Biddle and Boucheron are consistently popular. An object in our assortment of antique portrait jewelry of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 54, is particularly popular. A portrait cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also rose cut and round cut versions for sale. Most of our antique portrait jewelry for sale are for women, but there are 133 pieces available to browse for men.
How Much is a Antique Portrait Jewelry?
On average, a piece of antique portrait jewelry at 1stDibs sells for $2,400, while they’re typically $120 on the low end and $25,335 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Questions About Antique Portrait 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.
- 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 ExpertNovember 4, 2024To 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 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 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 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 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.
- Is antique jewelry worth money?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024Yes, 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, 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To 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.