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Snake Ring Antique European
Located in Southbury, CT
Much old jewelry becomes old jewelry of interest to nobody. Snake rings are one exception; they are
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian Seed Pearl Bracelet Antique 16K Gold Mesh Cuff
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
measurement is 8 inches and it can be adjusted down to any size. This tremendous piece of old jewelry weighs a
Category
1890s Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro Flower Spray 1.20 Ct. Diamond Brooch 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
old jewellery
Further Details Below
Metal: 18 Kt yellow and white gold
Hallmarks: assay
Gems: 26
Category
1840s Italian Retro Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Deco Single Pearl Strand 2.90 Ct Natural Sapphire Diamond Platinum Clasp
Located in Napoli, IT
-strung with individual knotted silk technique
Elegant, classy, statement of the old jewellery, not easy
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1920s Art Deco Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Platinum
20th Century Belle Epoque Diamonds 18 Karat White Yellow Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
, width : 11,4 mm.
Total weight of the jewel : 4,7 g approximately.
Authentic old jewelry - Work of the
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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Antique Halo Ring 1ct Sapphire 1ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø5.5US/4.3 gr
Located in SE
century and were removed from some older jewelry pieces and used again.
Used fine condition. All stones
Category
1920s Swedish Retro Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Old Austrian Ring Diamonds 14K Yellow White Gold Ø7.75US/ 2.5gr
Located in SE
, but cannot be ruled out when dealing with old jewelry for any sizing requires heating and change of
Category
1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique German Ring 1.4ctw old cut Diamonds solid 12K Gold Silver ØUS8/ 3.6gr
Located in SE
, but cannot be ruled out when dealing with old jewelry for any sizing requires heating and change of
Category
19th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, 10k Gold
Old Danish Ring Citrine solid 14K Gold Ø 4.75 US/ 6.2 gr
Located in SE
dealing with old jewelry for any sizing requires heating and change of the band's shape. Polishing of the
Category
1920s Danish Art Deco Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Citrine, 18k Gold
Old Hay Signet Ring Rock Quartz Stone Intaglio solid 14K Gold Ø 10.5 US/17gr
Located in SE
deformed. Such misfortunes may occur very seldom, but cannot be ruled out when dealing with old jewelry for
Category
Late 19th Century European Arts and Crafts Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Quartz, 14k Gold
Imperial Russian Georgian Orthodox Cross Crucifix Solid 56 / 14K Gold /4cm /2 gr
Located in SE
deformed. Such misfortunes may occur very seldom, but cannot be ruled out when dealing with old jewelry for
Category
Early 1900s Georgian Art Nouveau Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold
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H 1.58 in W 0.87 in
Antique German Pendant Seed Pearls and Diamond solid 14K Gold /1.2gr
Located in SE
deformed. Such misfortunes may occur very seldom, but cannot be ruled out when dealing with old jewelry for
Category
Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Antique Dionysus Carved Shell Cameo pendant brooch solid Gilt Silver/11.4gr
Located in SE
deformed. Such misfortunes may occur very seldom, but cannot be ruled out when dealing with old jewelry for
Category
Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold-filled, Silver
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W 1.5 in D 0.6 in L 2.29 in
Antique Ring 0.2 ct. Diamond solid 14K Yellow Gold Silver Ø US5.75 / 1.3 gr.
Located in SE
dealing with old jewelry for any sizing requires heating and change of the band's shape. Polishing of the
Category
1920s European Art Deco Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Ring 0.1 ct Diamond solid 18K Yellow Gold Platinum ØUS6 / 2.8gr
Located in SE
be ruled out when dealing with old jewelry for any sizing requires heating and change of the band's
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Old Ring Bague au Firmament Diamond Blue Enamel 18K Gold Ø5.75 US/ 5.5 gr
Located in SE
deformed. Such misfortunes may occur very seldom, but cannot be ruled out when dealing with old jewelry for
Category
1920s Italian Empire Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel, Platinum
Antique Cuff-links Austrian Empire Diamonds Onyx solid 14K Gold / 7.32gr
Located in SE
dealing with old jewelry for any sizing requires heating and change of the band's shape. Polishing of the
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Silver, 14k Gold
Antique Butterfly Brooch Pin 2ct Ruby 1.5 ct Diamond 10K Gold Silver / 3.9gr.
Located in SE
deformed. Such misfortunes may occur very seldom, but cannot be ruled out when dealing with old jewelry for
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Mid-18th Century European Renaissance Revival Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, Silver
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W 0.6 in D 0.2 in L 1.19 in
Antique Alliance Ring Diamonds solid 14K Orange Gold Ø US7.75 /5.7gr
Located in SE
deformed. Such misfortunes may occur very seldom, but cannot be ruled out when dealing with old jewelry for
Category
1920s European Retro Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
1923 Antique Ring 0.7ct natural Sapphire solid 18K Gold Ø 6.75 US /2.2gr
Located in SE
deformed. Such misfortunes may occur very seldom, but cannot be ruled out when dealing with old jewelry for
Category
1920s Swedish Art Deco Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire, 18k Gold
1920s Art Deco Boat Ring solid 18K Gold Dendritic Agate Size Ø 6.25US/2.7 gr
Located in SE
deformed. Such misfortunes may occur very seldom, but cannot be ruled out when dealing with old jewelry for
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1920s German Art Deco Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Agate, 18k Gold
Antique Halo Ring 1ct Sapphire 1.5 ctw Diamonds solid 14K Gold Ø 8.25US/ 5.5 gr
Located in SE
deformed. Such misfortunes may occur very seldom, but cannot be ruled out when dealing with old jewelry for
Category
Early 1900s European Modernist Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Antique Art Deco Ring 0.5ct Diamond solid 14K Green Gold Ø US 7.75 / 2.7g
Located in SE
dealing with old jewelry for any sizing requires heating and change of the band's shape. Polishing of the
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1920s Polish Art Deco Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique Danish Halo Ring 1 ct Sapphire 1.5ctw Diamonds 18K Gold Ø5.25/7gr
Located in SE
deformed. Such misfortunes may occur very seldom, but cannot be ruled out when dealing with old jewelry for
Category
1920s Danish Art Deco Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1920 Anna's Ring natural 0.5 ct Ruby solid 18K Gold US6.25 / 1.35gr
Located in SE
very seldom, but cannot be ruled out when dealing with old jewelry for any sizing requires heating and
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1920s Swedish Art Deco Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique Bracelet 0.7ctw Diamonds solid Rose 18K Gold Silver/ 18cm/ 7.9gr
Located in SE
deformed. Such misfortunes may occur very seldom, but cannot be ruled out when dealing with old jewelry for
Category
Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Art - Deco Ring 1.2ct Sapphire Diamonds solid Platinum ØUS 7.25 /3gr
Located in SE
deformed. Such misfortunes may occur very seldom, but cannot be ruled out when dealing with old jewelry for
Category
1920s German Art Deco Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1916 Nordic Ring 1ct Bi-color natural Sapphire Blue Purple 18K Gold Ø8US/1.65gr
Located in SE
very seldom, but cannot be ruled out when dealing with old jewelry for any sizing requires heating and
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1910s Swedish Art Deco Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique Halo Ring 0.55 Diamonds solid 14K Gold 4.25US/ 2gr
Located in SE
dealing with old jewelry for any sizing requires heating and change of the band's shape. Polishing of the
Category
Early 1900s European Art Deco Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique Halo Ring 0.45ct Diamond Sapphires 18K Gold Silver ØUS6.75 /2.9 gr
Located in SE
occur very seldom, but cannot be ruled out when dealing with old jewelry for any sizing requires heating
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire
1902 Nordic Ring 0.25ctw Diamonds solid 23K Gold Platinum US 9 / 6gr
Located in SE
misfortunes may occur very seldom, but cannot be ruled out when dealing with old jewelry for any sizing
Category
Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
1918 Nordic Necklace 0.8 ctw Diamonds 18K Gold Platinum / 43 cm/ 4.58g
Located in SE
be ruled out when dealing with old jewelry for any sizing requires heating and change of the band's
Category
1910s European Art Nouveau Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
Antique Halo Ring Ruby Diamonds solid 14K Yellow Gold Ø4.5US / 3.2g
Located in SE
dealing with old jewelry for any sizing requires heating and change of the band's shape. Polishing of the
Category
1920s European Art Deco Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
1918 Salomon's Halo Ring 0.7ct Sapphire Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø 6.75 US /2.2 g
Located in SE
deformed. Such misfortunes may occur very seldom, but cannot be ruled out when dealing with old jewelry for
Category
1920s European Art Nouveau Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique Art Deco Ring 1ct Sapphires Diamonds 14K Gold Platinum Ø US7.25 /2.7gr
Located in SE
dealing with old jewelry for any sizing requires heating and change of the band's shape. Polishing of the
Category
1920s European Retro Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Platinum
Antique German Ring 0.7ctw Diamonds solid 14K Yellow Gold Silver Ø6.75US/2.55gr
Located in SE
be ruled out when dealing with old jewelry for any sizing requires heating and change of the band's
Category
Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
1904 Toi et Moi Ring natural Sapphire Diamonds solid 18K GoldØ3.25/2.3gr
Located in SE
, but cannot be ruled out when dealing with old jewelry for any sizing requires heating and change of
Category
Early 1900s Swedish Art Nouveau Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique Cross Crucifix Diamonds solid 18K Gold Blue Enamel / 6.7 gr
Located in SE
deformed. Such misfortunes may occur very seldom, but cannot be ruled out when dealing with old jewelry for
Category
Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Antique Thee Stone Ring 0.45ctw Diamonds 14K Yellow Gold Platinum ØUS8.25/3.3gr
Located in SE
dealing with old jewelry for any sizing requires heating and change of the band's shape. Polishing of the
Category
1920s European Art Deco Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Antique German Ring natural 0.7ct Ruby Diamonds solid 14K Gold ØUS9 / 2.8gr
Located in SE
dealing with old jewelry for any sizing requires heating and change of the band's shape. Polishing of the
Category
1920s German Art Deco Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Antique European Ring Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø 9.75 US / 2.8gr
Located in SE
dealing with old jewelry for any sizing requires heating and change of the band's shape. Polishing of the
Category
1920s European Art Nouveau Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
1917 Ring 2ct natural Sapphire 2.2 ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Silver Ø5US/6.7gr
Located in SE
deformed. Such misfortunes may occur very seldom, but cannot be ruled out when dealing with old jewelry for
Category
1910s European Modernist Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Trinity Halo Ring 1.4 ctw natural Sapphire Diamonds 18K Gold Ø5.5US/4.7g
Located in SE
with old jewelry for any sizing requires heating and change of the band's shape. Polishing of the band
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1910s European Art Nouveau Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1918 Antique Halo Ring solid 18KGold 0.66ct Sapphire 0.7ct Diamonds Ø6US/2.4gr
Located in SE
dealing with old jewelry for any sizing requires heating and change of the band's shape. Polishing of the
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1910s Swedish Art Deco Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold
1920 Nordic Halo Ring 0.5 ct Sapphire Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø 5.75 US /2 gr
Located in SE
deformed. Such misfortunes may occur very seldom, but cannot be ruled out when dealing with old jewelry for
Category
1920s Swedish Art Deco Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique Ring 0.6 ctw Diamonds solid 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Ø US8/ 3.1 gr
Located in SE
dealing with old jewelry for any sizing requires heating and change of the band's shape. Polishing of the
Category
1920s European Art Deco Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
Antique European Ring 0.25ct Diamond solid 14K Yellow Gold Ø 5US /1.3 gr
Located in SE
deformed. Such misfortunes may occur very seldom, but cannot be ruled out when dealing with old jewelry for
Category
1920s German Art Deco Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique German Ring 0.3 ct Diamonds solid 14K Gold Platinum Ø8US/ 1.76 gr
Located in SE
dealing with old jewelry for any sizing requires heating and change of the band's shape. Polishing of the
Category
1920s European Art Deco Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
1928 Nordic Wedding Ring Pearl Diamonds solid 18K Gold ØUS7 /3.1gr
Located in SE
, but cannot be ruled out when dealing with old jewelry for any sizing requires heating and change of
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1920s Swedish Art Deco Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
1920s Nordic Halo Ring 1ct Sapphire Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø 6.25US /2.2 gr
Located in SE
deformed. Such misfortunes may occur very seldom, but cannot be ruled out when dealing with old jewelry for
Category
1920s German Art Deco Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1917 Halo Ring Natural 1ct Sapphire Diamonds solid 18K Gold Silver ØUS6 / 2.4gr
Located in SE
dealing with old jewelry for any sizing requires heating and change of the band's shape. Polishing of the
Category
1910s Swedish Art Nouveau Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1917 Nordic Art Deco Ring 0.7ct Diamonds solid 18K Gold ØUS 7.75/ 1.8 gr
Located in SE
dealing with old jewelry for any sizing requires heating and change of the band's shape. Polishing of the
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Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Ring 3 Diamonds 1ctw. solid 18K Gold Silver Ø7.5 US /2.9gr
Located in SE
dealing with old jewelry for any sizing requires heating and change of the band's shape. Polishing of the
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Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Silver, 18k Gold
Antique European Ring 0.5ctw Ruby solid 18K Gold Ø 7.5 US / 1.8gr
Located in SE
with old jewelry for any sizing requires heating and change of the band's shape. Polishing of the band
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold
Imperial Russian Orthodox Cross Crucifix Solid 56 / 14K Gold /5cm /2.1 gr
Located in SE
very seldom, but cannot be ruled out when dealing with old jewelry for any sizing requires heating and
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Early 1900s Russian Art Nouveau Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold
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H 1.93 in W 1.07 in
1921 Greta's Wedding Ring solid 23K Gold Ø US 5.5/ 5.6gr
Located in SE
deformed. Such misfortunes may occur very seldom, but cannot be ruled out when dealing with old jewelry for
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1920s Swedish Art Nouveau Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
22k Gold
Antique Ring 0.5 ctw Diamonds solid 14 Gold Platinum Ø 6.5 US/ 3.2 gr
Located in SE
, but cannot be ruled out when dealing with old jewelry for any sizing requires heating and change of
Category
1920s European Art Nouveau Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Vintage Pendant 50ct Emerald 1.32ctw Diamonds solid 18K Yellow Gold / 16 gr
Located in SE
be ruled out when dealing with old jewelry for any sizing requires heating and change of the band's
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1880s Swedish Retro Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
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H 1.86 in W 1.19 in D 1.03 in
1929 Nordic Clover Ring solid 18K Gold 1ctw Ruby 0.5ct Diamond Ø 6US/ 2.8gr
Located in SE
dealing with old jewelry for any sizing requires heating and change of the band's shape. Polishing of the
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1920s Swedish Art Deco Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
1882 Antique Engraved Pendant Picture Locket solid 18K Yellow Gold / 3.7gr
Located in SE
very seldom, but cannot be ruled out when dealing with old jewelry for any sizing requires heating and
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1880s Swedish Arts and Crafts Antique Old Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
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H 1.38 in W 0.79 in D 0.16 in
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Antique Old Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact piece of antique old jewelry you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Platinum and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 9066 vintage editions and 3 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for an item from our selection of antique old jewelry may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Finding an appealing choice in our collection of antique old jewelry — no matter the origin — is easy, but Tiffany & Co., Single Stone and Cartier each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Today, if you’re looking for an old european cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes old mine cut and round cut alternatives. When shopping for an object in our assortment of antique old jewelry, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.
How Much is a Antique Old Jewelry?
The price for a piece of antique old jewelry starts at $195 and tops out at $558,055 with these rings, on average, selling for $4,927.
Questions About Antique Old Jewelry
- How old is Mellerio jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Founded in 1613, Mellerio dits Meller is a 400-year-old French jewelry house. Jean-Baptise Mellerio founded Mellerio dits Meller, and the brand claims to be the oldest family-owned company in Europe. You’ll find a large collection of Mellerio jewelry on 1stDibs.
- How old is Weiss jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023How old Weiss jewelry is varies from piece to piece. The American jewelry maker produced jewelry from 1942 until its closure in 1971. Weiss was particularly well known for creating jewelry sets with crystal rhinestones. One of the brand's most famous lines was the Black Diamond series, which featured smoky gray stones. Shop a variety of Weiss jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell how old jewelry is, you can compare its stylistic features to images of pieces featured on trusted online resources (engraving on a signet ring, for example, may indicate that a piece dates back at least to the 1900s). Another option is to look for a stamp or hallmark that indicates who the maker is. With some research, you may be able to determine where a manufacturer was located and how long the company was in business. It’s important to note that not all vintage or antique-looking jewelry is actually vintage or antique. Experts recommend that you take the jewelry to a certified appraiser who can evaluate and date the piece. Shop a range of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023To tell how old costume jewelry is, first look for identifying marks. You can then use trusted online resources to determine who made the piece. Once you know the maker, you can then research their designs to try and estimate the age. The best way to determine how old a piece of costume jewelry is would be to consult a knowledgeable appraiser or antique jewelry dealer for assistance with dating the accessory. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of vintage and antique jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Vintage costume jewelry refers to costume jewelry that is 20 to 80 years old. Jewelry, costume or otherwise, that is 100 years old is referred to as antique. The big design fair in Paris in 1900 inspired jewelers to work with inexpensive materials, and Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel and others helped popularize costume jewelry during the 1920s. The roots of costume jewelry, however, took shape at least as far back as the 18th century, when paste jewelry that featured hand-cut glass instead of gemstones first emerged. Shop a variety of vintage costume jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Opinions on how old a rug has to be to be considered antique vary. However, most experts will apply the label to any rug produced more than 100 years ago, and call floor coverings produced 50 to 100 years ago vintage. Shop a variety of antique rugs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023To find out how much your old jewelry is worth, you can conduct online research, seeing what similar pieces have sold for in the past on reputable online platforms. However, if you want a more specific price, it's best to enlist the services of an antique jewelry specialist or appraiser. A knowledgeable expert can inspect your jewelry and give you an estimate of its value based on its maker, age, rarity, condition and other factors. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique and vintage jewelry.
- 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 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 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.
- 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.
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