Antique Reliquary Jewelry
Antique 1880s French Gothic Revival Jewelry Boxes
Bronze
Antique Mid-17th Century Pendant Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Antique 18th Century British Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Silver
Antique Mid-19th Century American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Morganite, Topaz, Brass, Vermeil, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Antique 16th Century Medieval Pendant Necklaces
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gilt Metal
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Silver, Gilt Metal
Antique Early 17th Century Spanish Pendant Necklaces
Silver
Antique Mid-19th Century French Gothic Revival Religious Items
Brass, Bronze
20th Century Thai Pendant Necklaces
Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century French Belle Époque Signet Rings
Chalcedony, Silver
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Onyx, Gilt Metal
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Diamond, Platinum
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Metal, Wrought Iron
Antique 1850s Unknown Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Vanity Items
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Brooches
18k Gold, Silver
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Turkish Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Edwardian Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Neoclassical Table Lamps
Alabaster
Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Signet Rings
10k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s English Artisan Fashion Rings
Sterling Silver, Enamel
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Chain Necklaces
18k Gold
Antique 18th Century European Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
20th Century More Necklaces
Antique Early 18th Century Spanish Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1820s European Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Chalcedony, 14k Gold
Antique 1890s German Renaissance Revival Figurines and Sculptures
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique 16th Century German Renaissance Models and Miniatures
Silver, Gilt Metal
Antique 19th Century French Jewelry Boxes
Bronze
Antique 17th Century Renaissance More Jewelry
Gold, Enamel
Antique 1870s Victorian Brooches
Antique 18th Century Portuguese Baroque More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Jewelry Boxes
Ormolu
Antique 19th Century Prints
Paper
Early 20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
Italian Brooches
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How Much is a Antique Reliquary 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 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 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.