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Antique French Crystal Lead Glass Bronze Mounted Vanity Jewelry Box Casket
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Crystal Heavy Lead Glass Bronze Mounted Vanity Jewelry Box Casket. Circa Early 20th
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Early 20th Century Unknown Other Antique Lead Jewelry
Materials
Bronze
H 3.5 in W 7.5 in D 4.5 in
Thomas Wimbush Sterling Silver Leaded Glass Antique English Flask
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Gentleman's Sterling Silver and Leaded Glass Antique English Flask. Six inches tall with removable
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Late 19th Century British Antique Lead Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Edwardian Cut Lead Crystal Bead Choker Necklace & Sterling Earrings Circa 1905
Located in Burbank, CA
Offered here is an Edwardian cut lead crystal necklace and coordinating crystal & sterling screw
Category
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Lead Jewelry
Gold Sculptured Dachshund Dog Brooch, Platinum Millegrain Collar and Lead
Located in London, GB
Dachshund Brooch. 18 carat gold with a diamond and platinum millegraine collar and silver lead
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Lead Jewelry
Materials
Gold, Platinum
Antique French Cut Lead Crystal Casket
By Cristalleries De Baccarat
Located in Montreal, QC
This large well-cut cuboid shaped box is of a type much favored by retailers of luxury items in Paris at the end of the 19th century, (and earlier). It is cut with a delicate all-ove...
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1890s French Belle Époque Antique Lead Jewelry
Materials
Crystal, Brass
19th Century Victorian Tortoiseshell Pins Box
Located in London, GB
Street, Glasgow. Between then and the 1940s the company started to lead on jewellery design and also
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1890s English Victorian Antique Lead Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Early 20th Century Jewelry Anvil
Located in San Francisco, CA
Solid brass anvil sits atop partially painted wooden block with copper cording and lead weight on
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Early 20th Century American Antique Lead Jewelry
Materials
Brass, Copper, Lead
Antique Paste Silver Cluster Necklace
Located in Baltimore, MD
jewelry, helped usher in antique paste jewelry. Jewelry artisans carved leaded glass into "gemstones" with
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1820s British Georgian Antique Lead Jewelry
Materials
Other, Silver, 15k Gold
Medieval Pilgrims Lead Open-Work Pendant
Located in Nuevo Leon, MX
Medieval Pilgrims Lead Open-Work Pendant. Professionally cleaned and polished to show original
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15th Century and Earlier Unknown Medieval Antique Lead Jewelry
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Antique Lead Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact piece of antique lead jewelry you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, yellow gold and 18k gold — can elevate any look. If you’re looking for an item from our selection of antique lead jewelry from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. Finding an appealing choice in our collection of antique lead jewelry — no matter the origin — is easy, but Romae Jewelry, Albert Coles and Castellani each produced a popular version that is worth a look. An object in our assortment of antique lead jewelry of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring diamond, from our inventory of 81, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for a cabochon version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes old mine cut and round cut alternatives. Most of our antique lead jewelry for sale are for women, but there are 111 pieces available to browse for men.
How Much is a Antique Lead Jewelry?
On average, a piece of antique lead jewelry at 1stDibs sells for $2,556, while they’re typically $98 on the low end and $178,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Questions About Antique Lead 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 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 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.