Antique Metal Jewelry
19th Century French Victorian Antique Metal Jewelry
Metal, Bronze
1890s Other Art Style Antique Metal Jewelry
Metal
19th Century Neoclassical Antique Metal Jewelry
Metal, Ormolu
Early 20th Century American Modern Antique Metal Jewelry
Sterling Silver
1920s French Artisan Antique Metal Jewelry
Pearl, Moonstone, Topaz, Citrine, Amber, Gold, Gilt Metal, Brass, Silver
Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Metal Jewelry
Metal
1920s German Art Nouveau Antique Metal Jewelry
Metal
1890s American Victorian Antique Metal Jewelry
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Gilt Metal, Mixed Metal
Early 20th Century British Antique Metal Jewelry
Metal
Early 20th Century Antique Metal Jewelry
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Metal Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
1920s Italian Art Deco Antique Metal Jewelry
Gilt Metal
1880s French Belle Époque Antique Metal Jewelry
Gilt Metal
1880s French Renaissance Revival Antique Metal Jewelry
Enamel, Mixed Metal
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Metal Jewelry
Metal
Early 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Metal Jewelry
Wood
19th Century Thai Victorian Antique Metal Jewelry
Diamond, Gold
19th Century Antique Metal Jewelry
Rosewood
15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Metal Jewelry
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Metal Jewelry
1890s Antique Metal Jewelry
Amber, Diamond, White Gold, Sterling Silver
1920s North American Antique Metal Jewelry
Gold
1920s American Antique Metal Jewelry
Gold
1920s American Antique Metal Jewelry
Gold
1920s American Antique Metal Jewelry
Gold
1920s American Antique Metal Jewelry
Gold
1920s North American Antique Metal Jewelry
Gold
Early 19th Century Unknown Antique Metal Jewelry
Mixed Metal
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Metal Jewelry
Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Mixed Metal
19th Century Unknown Antique Metal Jewelry
Moonstone, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Copper, Mixed Metal
Mid-19th Century Unknown Renaissance Antique Metal Jewelry
Mixed Metal
1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Metal Jewelry
White Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century Antique Metal Jewelry
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
1850s Italian Victorian Antique Metal Jewelry
Gilt Metal
1920s American Victorian Antique Metal Jewelry
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
15th Century and Earlier American Artisan Antique Metal Jewelry
Peridot, Kyanite, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
19th Century British Victorian Antique Metal Jewelry
Gilt Metal
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Metal Jewelry
Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
18th Century Indian Antique Metal Jewelry
Metal
19th Century British Antique Metal Jewelry
Brass, Metal, Silver, Silver Plate, Bronze
Early 20th Century Austrian Rococo Revival Antique Metal Jewelry
Silver
Late 19th Century European Renaissance Revival Antique Metal Jewelry
Silver, Enamel
Early 1900s Antique Metal Jewelry
Metal
1890s Victorian Antique Metal Jewelry
Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold
1880s French Victorian Antique Metal Jewelry
Mixed Metal
Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Metal Jewelry
Diamond, Enamel, Silver, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Metal Jewelry
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
15th Century and Earlier Malagasy Arts and Crafts Antique Metal Jewelry
Tourmaline, 14k Gold, 15k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Gold, 9k Gold, B...
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Metal Jewelry
Silver, Sterling Silver
1850s European Victorian Antique Metal Jewelry
Gilt Metal
Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Metal Jewelry
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Metal Jewelry
Diamond, Mixed Metal, Gold, Palladium, Silver
Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Antique Metal Jewelry
Pearl, Turquoise, Base Metal
Early 20th Century Dutch Victorian Antique Metal Jewelry
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-18th Century Brazilian Arts and Crafts Antique Metal Jewelry
Citrine, 18k Gold, Gold-filled, Britannia Standard Silver, PVD-Coated, B...
Mid-19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Metal Jewelry
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Metal Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Metal Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Metal Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Metal Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
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How Much is a Antique Metal Jewelry?
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024What is the most durable metal for jewelry is open to debate. A few different metals are especially hard and dense, making them highly resistant to scratches and breakage. Among them are tungsten, titanium, cobalt and stainless steel. Find a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021Gold is one of the best metals for jewelry-making since it is soft and easy to work with. Gold is frequently combined with other metals in jewelry-making such as zinc or copper — it is too soft to utilize in its unadulterated form and a gold alloy is going to be strong and durable. Shop a range of antique and vintage gold 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 ExpertApril 26, 2024To tell if jewelry is antique, look for its hallmarks. You will usually find them in inconspicuous areas, such as on clasps, the backs of pendants or the insides of bracelets and rings. Once you have located the hallmarks, use trusted online resources to identify the maker and find out when they were active. Pieces produced more than 100 years ago are antique. If you need assistance dating a particular piece, enlist the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Find a large collection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Sarah Coventry jewelry is made with a range of materials. Most pieces are prized by collectors of costume jewelry, and feature settings made of copper, brass and other inexpensive metals. Silver-tone pieces typically feature rhodium plating, while gold-tone items usually bear a thin layer of yellow gold plating. Authentic Sarah Coventry accessories are typically set with rhinestones, pearls, lucite and other materials that are often associated with fashion jewelry. Explore a selection of Sarah Coventry jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023To know if your antique jewelry is valuable, you can consult trusted online resources to see what similar pieces have sold for in the past. It is important to note that the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. Jewelry of a certain historical period will be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with a precious gemstone may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and give you a price estimate. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, BVLGARI and others. Shop a collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, some antique jewelry does go up in value. It is important to note that demand as well as the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. A certain historical period’s jewelry may be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with precious gems may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and estimate its value. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, BVLGARI and others. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023To tell if jewelry is vintage or antique, first look for any hallmarks that signify its maker. You can use trusted online resources to research when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours to roughly estimate its age. Jewelry is vintage if it's between 20 and 99 years old, and antique if it is 100 years old or more. If you're unable to locate a maker's hallmark, becoming familiar with the materials and other characteristics used during different eras of jewelry can help you date your piece. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage and antique jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if jewelry is antique gold, take it to a licensed appraiser experienced in evaluating jewelry. It is difficult to identify jewelry materials using only the naked eye and online resources. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted gold jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In antique jewelry, the term “paste” means glass finished in a way that allows it to resemble natural gemstones. To produce paste, artisans polish it for long periods of time with metal powder. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique paste jewelry.