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Sterling Silver Heart Locket Pendant Necklace Vinaigrette Foster & Bailey "A"
By Foster and Bailey
Located in New York, NY
silver and gold-plated jewelry pieces that were popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Foster
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19th Century American Victorian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

Gilt Bronze Box with Enamel Portrait of Beautiful Lady on Four Raised Feet
Located in Boston, MA
jewelry pieces. It is also a stunning decoration for any table in your house. Price-$1400.00.  
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1890s French Napoleon III Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Bronze

Antique Curb Watch Chain
Located in New York, NY
" extensions. A classic which is wearable and enhances your other jewelry pieces. Alice Kwartler has sold the
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1910s American Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

14k Gold

Antique Curb Watch Chain
Antique Curb Watch Chain
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Antique Korean Small Wood Box Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
incidental box for their small jewelry pieces known as a P'ac-mul Ham.
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19th Century Korean Other Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Brass

Dated 1798 - Napoléon I. Era Set of Gold Necklace and Earrings, Original box
Located in Berlin, DE
jewellery is sold in the original jewellery box. The jewellery pieces are forged from 18 ct. yellow gold and
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18th Century French Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Emerald, Tourmaline, Pearl, Gold

Antique Victorian gilt metal longuard chain necklace, muff chain
Located in NEWARK, GB
hold larger or heavier jewellery pieces. It is a substantial chain with a good length and thickness
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Foster & Bailey 1925 Art Deco Guilloche Blue Enamel Round Box In .925 Sterling
By Foster and Bailey
Located in Miami, FL
jewelry pieces that were popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Foster and Bailey's designs
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Foster & Bailey 1925 Art Deco Guilloche Turquoise Enamel Round Box .925 Sterling
By Foster & Partners
Located in Miami, FL
sterling silver and gold-plated jewelry pieces that were popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

20.68 Gram Pretty Demantoid Garnet Specimen From koh-e-Belgheys, Iran
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
gems were usually seen only in antique jewelry pieces.
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15th Century and Earlier Persian Adam Style Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Rock Crystal

41.40 Gram Pretty Demantoid Garnet Specimen From Balochistan, Pakistan
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
usually seen only in antique jewelry pieces.
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15th Century and Earlier Pakistani Adam Style Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Rock Crystal

67.25 Gram Pretty Demantoid Garnet Specimen From Pakistan
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
seen only in antique jewelry pieces.
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15th Century and Earlier Pakistani Adam Style Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Rock Crystal

Victorian Gold Double-Ended Crystal Scent Bottle
Located in Paris, FR
their chosen perfume with them, and many scent bottles were designed as jewelry pieces. The practice of
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1860s English Victorian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Crystal, Gold

Victorian Gold Double-Ended Crystal Scent Bottle
Victorian Gold Double-Ended Crystal Scent Bottle
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H 3.31 in W 1.07 in D 0.83 in
Gold & Hessonite Garnet Pendeloque Style Earrings; Iberian; Spain; Ca 1780
Located in New York, NY
, pendants, and other jewelry pieces in the 18th century. These earrings hold both aesthetic and historical
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18th Century European Victorian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Hessonite, Gold

72.81 Gram Pretty Demantoid Garnet Specimen with Mother Rock From Iran
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
ran so low, these gems were usually seen only in antique jewelry pieces.
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15th Century and Earlier Persian Adam Style Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Rock Crystal

Antique Victorian Era Shell Cameo Wise Man Brooch 15 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
kind vintage jewellery pieces. A vintage piece of jewellery has many stories to tell. Tales of romance
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Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 9 Karat Gold Chalcedony Intaglio Heraldic Signet Ring
Located in Vilnius, LT
huge collection of vintage and antique jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian
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Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Chalcedony, Gold, 9k Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Rose Cut Diamond Red Paste Horseshoe Stick Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
our beloved job. We offer a huge collection of vintage and antique jewellery pieces, including Art
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian Silver Citrine Bird Claw Shape Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
huge collection of vintage and antique jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian
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Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Citrine, Silver

Edwardian 18 Karat Gold Sapphire Rose Cut Diamond Bar Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
huge collection of vintage and antique jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Edwardian 15 Karat Gold Seed Pearl Floral Design Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian styles, from engagement
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Early 20th Century French Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Pearl Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Stick Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
huge collection of vintage and antique jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Edwardian 9 Karat Yellow Gold Green Paste Heart Bar Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
offer a huge collection of vintage and antique jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

9k Gold

Edwardian 18 Karat Gold Turquoise Seed Pearl Floral Drop Dangle Earrings
Located in Vilnius, LT
vintage and antique jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold

Art Deco 18 Karat Gold Old Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Vilnius, LT
vintage and antique jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Circa 1920s Masonic Two Headed Eagle Pendant 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
vintage jewellery pieces. A vintage piece of jewellery has many stories to tell. Tales of romance, love
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1920s Unknown Modern Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian 14 Karat Gold Turquoise Pearl Cross Pendant
Located in Vilnius, LT
jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian styles, from engagement
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Edwardian 18 Karat Gold Grey Blue Sardonyx Double Swivel Fob Pendant Necklace
Located in Vilnius, LT
offer a huge collection of vintage and antique jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Chalcedony, Gold, 18k Gold

Masonic 9 Karat Gold Square and Compasses Charm Pendant
Located in Vilnius, LT
jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian styles, from engagement
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Early 20th Century English Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

Victorian 14 Karat Gold Red Blue Enamel Chain Bracelet
Located in Vilnius, LT
huge collection of vintage and antique jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Edwardian 18 Karat Yellow Gold TW 3.95 Carat VS Diamond Navette Ring
Located in Vilnius, LT
jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian styles, from engagement
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Opal Rose Cut Diamond Black Enamel Cocktail Ring
Located in Vilnius, LT
offer a huge collection of vintage and antique jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau 18 Karat Gold Seed Pearl Lily Of The Valley Pendant Necklace
Located in Vilnius, LT
vintage and antique jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Pearl, Gold

Art Deco 18 Karat Gold 0.8 Carat Ruby 0.8 Carat Sapphire Diamond Flip Over Ring
Located in Vilnius, LT
offer a huge collection of vintage and antique jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Gold 0.80 Carat Marquise Cut Diamond Ruby Navette Ring
Located in Vilnius, LT
jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian styles, from engagement
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold

Edwardian 14 Karat Gold Pearl 0.10 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Openwork Cocktail Ring
Located in Vilnius, LT
hobby into our beloved job. We offer a huge collection of vintage and antique jewellery pieces
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Victorian 14 Karat Yellow Gold Blue Black Enamel Band Ring
Located in Vilnius, LT
jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian styles, from engagement
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Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique 19th Century Carnelian Seal Pendant & Chain 9 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
carefully curated collection of one of a kind vintage jewellery pieces. A vintage piece of jewellery has
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 14 Karat Gold Rose Cut Red Garnet Cross Pendant
Located in Vilnius, LT
jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian styles, from engagement
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold

Victorian 14 Karat Gold Black Enamel Ornament Small Cross Pendant
Located in Vilnius, LT
huge collection of vintage and antique jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Gold, Enamel

750 Gram Attractive Aquamarine Specimen With Attach with Feldspar From Pakistan
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
polished in larger carats for bold statement jewelry pieces.
Category

15th Century and Earlier Pakistani Adam Style Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Rock Crystal

Victorian 9 Karat Gold Citrine Rose Cut Garnet Oval Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian styles, from engagement
Category

Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Citrine, Garnet, Gold, 9k Gold

Edward Circa 1920s Prince of Wales Diamond Enamelled Service Pin 18 Carat Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
pieces. A vintage piece of jewellery has many stories to tell. Tales of romance, love, family, happiness
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Early 20th Century British Modern Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Louis Rault Art Nouveau 18 Karat Gold Diamond Harvest Goddess Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
huge collection of vintage and antique jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian
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Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Ruby Pearl Old Cut Diamond Sword Stick Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
our beloved job. We offer a huge collection of vintage and antique jewellery pieces, including Art
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold

Antique Victorian Star Set Rose Cut Diamond Brooch & Pendant 15 Carat Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
vintage jewellery pieces. A vintage piece of jewellery has many stories to tell. Tales of romance, love
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Late 19th Century Unknown Late Victorian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Comte D’Epinay De Briort Art Nouveau 18 Karat Gold Diamond Lady Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
vintage and antique jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Edwardian 14 Karat Gold TW 1.92 Carat Old Cut Diamond Floral Design Bar Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian styles, from engagement
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Pearl Rose Cut Diamond Horse Shoe Stick Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian styles, from engagement
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Victorian 14 Karat Gold 0.80 Carat Ruby 0.55 Carat Diamond Knot Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
hobby into our beloved job. We offer a huge collection of vintage and antique jewellery pieces
Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Art Deco 18 Karat Gold Diamond Sapphire Textured Rectangle Cufflinks
Located in Vilnius, LT
offer a huge collection of vintage and antique jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Porcelain Miniature Painting Oval Small Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
hobby into our beloved job. We offer a huge collection of vintage and antique jewellery pieces
Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Cat Miniature Portrait Signed Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
hobby into our beloved job. We offer a huge collection of vintage and antique jewellery pieces
Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Gold

Victorian 14 Karat Gold 1.80 Carat Garnet Seed Pearl Arrow Bar Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian styles, from engagement
Category

Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, 14k Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Lady Wearing Pearls Signed Miniature Portrait Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
vintage and antique jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian
Category

Mid-19th Century French Victorian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Edwardian 1905 Art Nouveau Enamel Clover Pendant Brooch In 14Kt Gold And Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
. Edwardian-era jewelry pieces tend to be larger, opulent pieces, and stacked ring designs were popular. The
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Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold

Edwardian 9 Karat Yellow Gold Garnet Pearl Openwork Pendant Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
vintage and antique jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian
Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Masonic 18 Karat Gold All Seeing Eye Enamel Heliotrope Fob Seal Pendant
Located in Vilnius, LT
into our beloved job. We offer a huge collection of vintage and antique jewellery pieces, including
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Late 19th Century Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Edwardian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl Rose Cut Diamond Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in Vilnius, LT
hobby into our beloved job. We offer a huge collection of vintage and antique jewellery pieces
Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 14 Karat Gold Pearl 0.14 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Vilnius, LT
vintage and antique jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian
Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Victorian 830 Silver Cherub 3.50 Carat Garnet Wide Chain Bracelet
Located in Vilnius, LT
huge collection of vintage and antique jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Pieces

Materials

Garnet, Silver

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Antique Jewelry Pieces For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of antique jewelry pieces for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and yellow gold. Find a collection of 5036 vintage versions or 3741 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 18th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. The designs in our inventory of antique jewelry pieces bearing Victorian or Art Deco hallmarks are very popular. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Alex Jona, Tutti Frutti Jewellery and Van Cleef & Arpels are consistently popular. Many pieces in our collection are stylish for most occasions, but diamond versions, from our inventory of 2857, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. There are many round cut, mixed cut and rose cut antique jewelry pieces for sale. If you’re browsing the variety of antique jewelry pieces for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.

How Much are Antique Jewelry Pieces?

On average, antique jewelry pieces at 1stDibs sell for $1,911, while they’re typically $35 on the low end and $1,087,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Questions About Antique Jewelry Pieces
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    No one knows for sure what the first piece of jewelry ever made was. Some of the earliest examples of jewelry are beads produced out of nautilus shells. These early necklaces are around 100,000 years old. Anthropologists believe that early humans also fashioned jewelry out of animal bones and teeth. Find a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Jewelry armoires are furniture pieces designed to hold jewelry. It is characterized by its outswing doors and stacked drawers designed for easy organization. You can shop a collection of jewelry armoires from some of the world’s top sellers 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
    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.
  • 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.