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19th Century French onyx + ormolu jewellery casket.
19th Century French onyx + ormolu jewellery casket.

19th Century French onyx + ormolu jewellery casket.

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A very good quality French 19th Century onyx, ormolu mounted jewellery casket, having Pietra dura

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Late 19th Century French Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Onyx, Ormolu

Exquisite Antique Cherrywood Jewelry Casket
Exquisite Antique Cherrywood Jewelry Casket

Exquisite Antique Cherrywood Jewelry Casket

Located in Stahnsdorf, DE

Exquisite Antique Cherrywood Jewelry Casket – Finely Ebonized & Intricately Inlaid This

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1850s German Biedermeier Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Cherry

Edwardian Art Nouveau Style Sterling Silver Jewelry Casket
Edwardian Art Nouveau Style Sterling Silver Jewelry Casket

Edwardian Art Nouveau Style Sterling Silver Jewelry Casket

By William Hutton & Sons

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling silver jewelry casket made

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Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage German Crystal & Bronze Jewelry Casket Carriage
Vintage German Crystal & Bronze Jewelry Casket Carriage

Vintage German Crystal & Bronze Jewelry Casket Carriage

Located in Elkhart, IN

A very rare vintage cut crystal jewelry casket/carriage with bronze mounts. The domed crystal

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Early 20th Century German Neoclassical Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Outstanding Large 19th Century Bronze & Porcelain Jewelry Casket Box
Outstanding Large 19th Century Bronze & Porcelain Jewelry Casket Box

Outstanding Large 19th Century Bronze & Porcelain Jewelry Casket Box

By Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM)

Located in Long Branch, NJ

​Outstanding Large 19th Century Bronze & Porcelain Jewelry Casket Box Dimensions : 14" Tall X 16

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Late 19th Century German Rococo Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Ormolu

Art Nouveau Jennings Bros USA Jewelry Casket, Silverplated, 1906
Art Nouveau Jennings Bros USA Jewelry Casket, Silverplated, 1906

Art Nouveau Jennings Bros USA Jewelry Casket, Silverplated, 1906

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Pymble, NSW

An impressive Jennings Brothers of Bridgeport Connecticut silver plated jewellery casket heavily

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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Pewter

19th Century Blue Royal Vienna Porcelain Jewelry Casket
19th Century Blue Royal Vienna Porcelain Jewelry Casket

19th Century Blue Royal Vienna Porcelain Jewelry Casket

By Royal Vienna Porcelain

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

jewelry casket is made of the highest quality! Made in the 1890's, this petite jewelry box perfect for

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19th Century German Louis XV Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Marble and Onyx Box or Jewelry Casket
19th Century French Marble and Onyx Box or Jewelry Casket

19th Century French Marble and Onyx Box or Jewelry Casket

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Large 19th Century French Marble and Onyx Box or Jewelry Casket. The box is constructed from

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Late 19th Century French Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Marble

Antique French Ormolu Beveled Amber Glass Jewelry Casket Dresser Box
Antique French Ormolu Beveled Amber Glass Jewelry Casket Dresser Box

Antique French Ormolu Beveled Amber Glass Jewelry Casket Dresser Box

Located in Wayne, NJ

A stunning antique French brass ormolu with rare amber tone beveled glass footed jewelry casket or

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Early 20th Century French Rococo Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Ormolu

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Jewellery Casket (1893)
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Jewellery Casket (1893)

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Jewellery Casket (1893)

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A magnificent, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver jewellery casket made

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1890s English Victorian Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Sévres Bleu Celeste Porcelain Jewelry Casket with Gold Ormolu Details
Antique Sévres Bleu Celeste Porcelain Jewelry Casket with Gold Ormolu Details

Antique Sévres Bleu Celeste Porcelain Jewelry Casket with Gold Ormolu Details

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in Toronto, ON

treasure. Whether displayed on a vanity or curated among other collectibles, this jewelry casket is a

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Early 20th Century French Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Ormolu

Antique Sterling Silver and Enamel Jewellery Casket, Floral
Antique Sterling Silver and Enamel Jewellery Casket, Floral

Antique Sterling Silver and Enamel Jewellery Casket, Floral

Located in NEWARK, GB

An exceptionally fine antique sterling silver and enamel jewellery casket. Beautifully shaped

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Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Jugendstil Brass Jewelry Casket with Velvet Lining by Erhard & Söhne, Germany
Jugendstil Brass Jewelry Casket with Velvet Lining by Erhard & Söhne, Germany

Jugendstil Brass Jewelry Casket with Velvet Lining by Erhard & Söhne, Germany

By Erhard & Söhne

Located in North Miami, FL

1900s Jugendstil golden and silver brass jewelry casket with blue velvet-lined interior by Erhard

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Early 1900s German Jugendstil Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Metal, Brass, Copper, Zinc

French bronze jewellery casket decorated with rural scenes circa 1860
French bronze jewellery casket decorated with rural scenes circa 1860

French bronze jewellery casket decorated with rural scenes circa 1860

Located in Central England, GB

This delightful small, very fine quality French mid 19th century bronze jewellery casket is

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Mid-19th Century Louis Philippe Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Louis XVI Style Crystal and Gilt Enameled Jewelry Casket Box
Antique French Louis XVI Style Crystal and Gilt Enameled Jewelry Casket Box

Antique French Louis XVI Style Crystal and Gilt Enameled Jewelry Casket Box

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Crystal and Gilt Enameled Jewelry Casket Box is truly remarkable and whispers tales from a bygone era. If

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Enamel, Ormolu

Antique Two Tiered Jewelry Casket or Box with Inaid Stones & Porcelain Panels
Antique Two Tiered Jewelry Casket or Box with Inaid Stones & Porcelain Panels

Antique Two Tiered Jewelry Casket or Box with Inaid Stones & Porcelain Panels

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This antique and elaborate wooden jewelry casket or box is unsigned, but presumed to have been made

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Late 19th Century Austrian Gothic Revival Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Stone

19th Century French Empire Cloisonné Bronze Jewelry Casket with Velvet Interior
19th Century French Empire Cloisonné Bronze Jewelry Casket with Velvet Interior

19th Century French Empire Cloisonné Bronze Jewelry Casket with Velvet Interior

Located in North Miami, FL

19th century French Empire cloisonne bronze jewelry casket with blue velvet interior By: unknown

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Late 19th Century Rococo Revival Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Bronze, Enamel, Metal, Copper

Antique Gilt Bronze Jewellery Casket & Miniature c.1870
Antique Gilt Bronze Jewellery Casket & Miniature c.1870

Antique Gilt Bronze Jewellery Casket & Miniature c.1870

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful antique gilded ormolu serpentine shaped jewellery casket, Circa 1870 in date

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1870s Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

19th Century, Black Forest Carved Walnut Jewelry Casket Brienz Region
19th Century, Black Forest Carved Walnut Jewelry Casket Brienz Region

19th Century, Black Forest Carved Walnut Jewelry Casket Brienz Region

Located in Atlanta, GA

A finely carved 19th-century Black Forest walnut jewelry casket, attributed to the Brienz region of

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19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Walnut

Jewelry Casket in Gilt Bronze and Beveled Glass, 19th Century
Jewelry Casket in Gilt Bronze and Beveled Glass, 19th Century

Jewelry Casket in Gilt Bronze and Beveled Glass, 19th Century

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This charming antique French jewelry casket is a true little treasure in itself. Dating back to the

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19th Century French Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Bronze

French Charles X Gothic Vanity Mirror and Jewelry Casket, circa 1835
French Charles X Gothic Vanity Mirror and Jewelry Casket, circa 1835

French Charles X Gothic Vanity Mirror and Jewelry Casket, circa 1835

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

French Charles X Gothic Vanity Mirror and Jewelry Casket, circa 1835 The French Charles X period

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19th Century French Charles X Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Bronze, Iron, Ormolu

Antique Gilt Bronze Jewellery Casket & Limoges Miniature 19th Century
Antique Gilt Bronze Jewellery Casket & Limoges Miniature 19th Century

Antique Gilt Bronze Jewellery Casket & Limoges Miniature 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful antique Napoleon III gilded ormolu and Limoges enamel jewellery casket, Circa

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1870s French Napoleon III Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Ormolu

Alfred Beurdeley Tulip & King Wood Bronze Jewelry Casket on Stand Paris France
Alfred Beurdeley Tulip & King Wood Bronze Jewelry Casket on Stand Paris France

Alfred Beurdeley Tulip & King Wood Bronze Jewelry Casket on Stand Paris France

By Emmanuel-Alfred Beurdeley

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

stamped Tulip and Kingwood with bronze mounts jewelry casket on stand This is one of the finest jewelry

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19th Century French Victorian Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Bronze

Allegories of Art, French 19th Century Large Jewelry Casket After Clodion
Allegories of Art, French 19th Century Large Jewelry Casket After Clodion

Allegories of Art, French 19th Century Large Jewelry Casket After Clodion

By Claude Michel Clodion

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Large Napoleon III Jewelry Casket In chiseled and silvered bronze, decorated with putti scenes in

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1870s French Napoleon III Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Bronze

18th Century Baroque Period Italian German Guild Chest Cabinet Jewelry Casket
18th Century Baroque Period Italian German Guild Chest Cabinet Jewelry Casket

18th Century Baroque Period Italian German Guild Chest Cabinet Jewelry Casket

By Ferdinando Pogliani

Located in Forney, TX

of curiosities jewelry casket specimen exhibition collectors case monumental decorative table box

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Early 18th Century Baroque Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Metal, Brass, Bronze, Ormolu, Pewter

Large Antique Sevres Style Porcelain Dresser Box / Jewelry Casket
Large Antique Sevres Style Porcelain Dresser Box / Jewelry Casket

Large Antique Sevres Style Porcelain Dresser Box / Jewelry Casket

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in New York, NY

Large antique Sevres French Louis XV style porcelain dresser box measuring 13 by 8 1/4 by 5 1/4 inches with large hand-painted cartouche depicting lovers seated in the countryside, s...

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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Bronze

A Fine Victorian Silver-Gilt And Malachite Jewellery Casket
A Fine Victorian Silver-Gilt And Malachite Jewellery Casket

A Fine Victorian Silver-Gilt And Malachite Jewellery Casket

Located in London, GB

Hallmarks for renowned English Silversmith Edward Farrell London 1837

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1830s Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Malachite, Gold, Silver

Elegant Art Deco Mirrored Jewelry Casket with Bakelite Cover, France
Elegant Art Deco Mirrored Jewelry Casket with Bakelite Cover, France

Elegant Art Deco Mirrored Jewelry Casket with Bakelite Cover, France

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

Elegant wood casket, covered with mirrors, black bakelite cover : for Your jewels or cards or

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1920s French Art Deco Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Bakelite

Antique Hand Painted Four Drawer Jewelry Casket or Decorative Box
Antique Hand Painted Four Drawer Jewelry Casket or Decorative Box

Antique Hand Painted Four Drawer Jewelry Casket or Decorative Box

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This antique four drawer wooden jewelry or decorative box is unmarked, but believed to date to the

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Early 20th Century Unknown Folk Art Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Softwood

Antique French Kingwood Bird's-Eye Maple Jewelry Casket Box Tahan Paris
Antique French Kingwood Bird's-Eye Maple Jewelry Casket Box Tahan Paris

Antique French Kingwood Bird's-Eye Maple Jewelry Casket Box Tahan Paris

By Alphonse Tahan 1

Located in Dublin, Ireland

A very elegant large French Kingwood Ormolu mounted casket of very generous proportions and of

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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Ormolu

Antique Victorian Enameled Blue Opaline Milk Glass Dresser Box Jewelry Casket
Antique Victorian Enameled Blue Opaline Milk Glass Dresser Box Jewelry Casket

Antique Victorian Enameled Blue Opaline Milk Glass Dresser Box Jewelry Casket

By CF Monroe

Located in Forney, TX

Beautiful antique Victorian era enameled blue opaline milk glass dresser box, (jewel casket

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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Opaline Glass

Stylish Set Burl / Burr Wood Two Jewelry Caskets / Boxes With Picture Frame
Stylish Set Burl / Burr Wood Two Jewelry Caskets / Boxes With Picture Frame

Stylish Set Burl / Burr Wood Two Jewelry Caskets / Boxes With Picture Frame

Located in Lisse, NL

Clever designs and perfect condition pair of antique jewelry boxes with curved tops + photo frame

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Early 20th Century French Arts and Crafts Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Brass, Metal

Antique Victorian Jewelry Box French Opaline Glass Hand-Painted Art Nouveau
Antique Victorian Jewelry Box French Opaline Glass Hand-Painted Art Nouveau

Antique Victorian Jewelry Box French Opaline Glass Hand-Painted Art Nouveau

By Legras Montjoye, Legras & Cie

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

This antique Victorian opaline glass jewelry casket is a true testament to the opulence and

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1880s French Victorian Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Enamel

Antique French Bronze Ormolu Interior Lined Casket With Wedgewood Inserts
Antique French Bronze Ormolu Interior Lined Casket With Wedgewood Inserts

Antique French Bronze Ormolu Interior Lined Casket With Wedgewood Inserts

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

interior fitted jewelry casket with Wedgewood plaque inserts is made of the highest quality and is super

Category

19th Century French Louis XV Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Heart-Shaped Silver and Cut Glass Box, Antique English Vanity or Trinket Dish
Heart-Shaped Silver and Cut Glass Box, Antique English Vanity or Trinket Dish

Heart-Shaped Silver and Cut Glass Box, Antique English Vanity or Trinket Dish

Located in Wembley, GB

late Victorian silverware. Ideal as a jewelry casket, dressing table accent, or collector’s decorative

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Late 19th Century English Art Deco Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

19th Century French Louis XV Style Bronze Box.
19th Century French Louis XV Style Bronze Box.

19th Century French Louis XV Style Bronze Box.

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in Houston, TX

and a velvet lined interior. Great jewelry box, jewelry casket or decorative table box! The Sèvres

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1850s French Louis XV Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Bronze

Antique American Enameled Glass Ladies Footed Dresser Jar or Jewelry Box
Antique American Enameled Glass Ladies Footed Dresser Jar or Jewelry Box

Antique American Enameled Glass Ladies Footed Dresser Jar or Jewelry Box

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This antique pressed glass jewelry casket or jar is unsigned but presumed to have been made in the

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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Brass

French Gilt Bronze and Pink Porcelain Jewellery Box by Tahan
French Gilt Bronze and Pink Porcelain Jewellery Box by Tahan

French Gilt Bronze and Pink Porcelain Jewellery Box by Tahan

By Tahan Paris

Located in London, GB

: height 13cm, width 18cm, depth 13cm. This fine jewellery casket by the French maker Tahan is crafted

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Late 19th Century French Antique Jewelry Casket

Materials

Ormolu

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Antique Jewelry Casket For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic antique jewelry casket available at 1stDibs. Each antique jewelry casket for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and ormolu. There are many kinds of the antique jewelry casket you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right antique jewelry casket, those designed in Victorian, Art Nouveau and Louis XVI styles are of considerable interest. Erhard & Söhne, Sèvres and Tahan Paris each produced at least one beautiful antique jewelry casket that is worth considering.

How Much is a Antique Jewelry Casket?

An antique jewelry casket can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,750, while the lowest priced sells for $160 and the highest can go for as much as $163,333.

Finding the Right Boxes for You

From mere trinkets to useful receptacles that serve a distinct purpose, antique boxes as decorative objects have come in many forms over the years. No matter what they’re made of or where they end up in your home, decorative boxes add both style and storage to your space.

The decorative box that is likely most common is the jewelry box. These boxes were originally known as jewel caskets and were in common use in Ancient Egypt, as most Egyptians wore some sort of jewelry. A portable jewelry box, in its original intended use, was integral to keeping your jewelry safe and secure. This accessory has transformed in size, shape and appearance over the years. Initially it was common for a jewelry box to bear intricate ornamentation. Whether they’re mid-century modern works of marble and brass or feature playful Art Deco–style geometric decor, jewelry boxes boast real staying power.

Snuff boxes began to soar in popularity during the 17th century (and were commonplace in European homes by the mid-19th century). The boxes, some hand-painted with landscape scenes, some made from gold, porcelain or stone, contained a small amount of tobacco, which users would sniff, or “snuff,” throughout the day. Some particularly ornamental snuff boxes featured enameled designs or were set with precious gems and were given as gifts or party favors, particularly at the coronation of royalty or other lavish events.

Whether you’re organizing important mail in the foyer or tucking away medications in your bathroom, antique boxes — be they metal tea caddies, sterling-silver decorative boxes or Victorian cigar boxes made of oak (even if you don’t smoke) — are a sophisticated solution to help keep the surfaces in your home clutter-free. And no matter if you’re seeking a decorative box to beautify a desktop or bestow upon a loved one, you are sure to find something you love in the collection of antique and vintage boxes on 1stDibs.

Questions About Antique Jewelry Casket
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.