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French 19th Century Enamel Gold Shell Very Ornate Jewelry Box
Located in New York, NY
Rare and unusual 18K gold, enamel and shell jewelry box of French origin, circa 19th century. It is
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Late 19th Century Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Victorian 1870 Operculum Carved Shell Memento Ring In 14Kt Yellow And Rose Gold
Located in Miami, FL
which lead into the beginning of the twentieth century.
Operculum Shell Jewelry
First of all these
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1870s English Victorian Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 15k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Shell Crystal Jewelry Box
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Shell crystal jewelry box.
By unknown manufacturer from France, early 20th century.
In original
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Early 20th Century French Other Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
Glass
Antique Victorian Shell and Leaf Motif Gold Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautifully hand crafted Victorian Pin featuring shell and leaves of textured designs, center set
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1890s Victorian Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, Gold, 9k Gold
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W 1.63 in L 1.63 in
Art Deco Hand Carved Portrait Shell Cameo Gold Pin Pendant Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Cameo Pin depicting a Beautiful Young Woman posing a striking a Romantic pose. The Hand Carved oval Cameo is securely set in a Handmade 14K yellow Gold bezel and and filigr...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid Victorian Shell Cameo
Located in New York, NY
Lovely mid Victorian shell cameo with a exquisitely carved Neoclassical beauty with ornate
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1880s American Victorian Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold
Antique Shell Cameo Brooch
Located in Milano, MI
Antique shell cameo of very fine manufacture and particular subject depicting a classical male bust
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19th Century Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
19th Century Gentilhomme Shell Cameo
Located in Poitiers, FR
Antique cameo on shell.
Slightly curved
He represents a gentleman, face and bust engraved with
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1850s French Napoleon III Antique Shell Jewelry
Antique Victorian Shell Cameo Brooch
Located in Chesterland, OH
beautiful Bacchante. The execution of the shell is amazing, and the relief helps to add details and
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Shell Jewelry
Silver & Gold Diamond Ruby Shell Cameo
Located in New York, NY
Silver and gold diamond ruby shell cameo, featuring a side profile of a Victorian lady
18 karat
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Silver
Massive Etruscan Framed Victorian Shell Cameo
Located in New York, NY
Massive Etruscan Framed Victorian Shell Cameo from the mid 19th Century. Beautifully carved cameo
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1850s American Victorian Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold
Early 20th Century Shell Cameo Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
providing nostalgic charm to modern wardrobes. This early 1900's carved shell cameo depicts a beautiful
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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
1903 Tortoiseshell Jewellery Box with Silver Edges
By Grey & Co., Chester
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Beautiful Tortoiseshell jewellery boxes with silver Edges and curved silver cable legs
The
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Antique Carved Shell Cameo Ring
Located in London, GB
This shell cameo ring is carved superbly and executed with high relief workmanship, depicting a
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19th Century Victorian Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold
Silver Vintage Cameo Shell Ring
By Cameo Italiano - Diluca S.R.L
Located in New York, NY
Vintage silver cameo shell ring. Moderate wear throughout. Missing one stone.
Vintage silver cameo
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Mid-19th Century Italian Art Deco Antique Shell Jewelry
Antique Victorian Neotrigonia Shell Trident Brooch - c1880
Located in Hummelstown, PA
pink Neotrigonia shell cradling a singular radiant pearl. A timeless symbol of power and grace. c1880
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1880s Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
Victorian Fanciful Tortoise Shell Cross
Located in Stamford, CT
Amazing, think of it, how this tortoise shell cross is carved with circles cut away and even the
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Shell Jewelry
Antique 19th Century Shell Cameo Gold Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
Italian or French, circa 1860
A large finely carved shell cameo of Hebe and the eagle of Zeus is
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Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
Gold
Victorian Carved Shell and Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections
This stunning carved shell cameo brooch
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Cameo Shell Brooch Greek Young Lady
Located in Chesterland, OH
beautiful portrait of a young Greek lady is expertly carved into the shell with exceptional detail and
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
Pinchbeck
Shell Cameo in 14 K Gold Brooch/Pendant
Located in Bad Kissingen, DE
14 k yellow gold
shell cameo
19. century Germany
13 gram
size 50 x 42 mm
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1880s English Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold
Antique Shell Cameo Brooch Young Lady, late 1800s
Located in Chesterland, OH
beautiful portrait of a young lady. The execution of the shell is amazing, and the relief helps to add
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate, Silver
Vintage Art Deco Shell Cameo Brooch Young Lady
Located in Chesterland, OH
the shell is amazing, and the relief helps to add details and dimension to the design. The frame is
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
Marcasite, Silver
19th Century Shell Cameo Necklace
Located in Firenze, IT
Composed of two ovals depicting classical busts in wire-work surrounds.
Lenght : 45cm
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1890s British Victorian Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Vermeil Shell Woman's Cameo Brooch or Pendant
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
FEATURES: The brooch/pendant features a carved shell cameo, depicting the Dextral formal profile of a Woman
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
Vermeil
Antique Pearl and Enamel Shell Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a 15ct yellow gold pendant which has been crafted into the shape of an open shell
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19th Century Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian gold bracelet with shell cameo. England 1860.
Located in Milan, IT
Victorian era bracelet with shell cameo. The bracelet is made with a band of woven 12K gold wire
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
Gold
Antique Shell Cameo with Diamond Accent Brooch Pendant
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Finely carved shell cameo with a unique hexagon shape romantically portrays a beauty with wispy
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Early 20th Century American Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art&Crafts FiligreeGoldFill ScrollingTwisted DanglingHearts Shell Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
American as it was acquired in California and is less ornate than British jewelry at the beginning of the
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Late 19th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
Chalcedony, Coral, Turquoise, Gold-filled
W 1.5 in D 0.75 in L 2.25 in
Rose - Green Gold Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant Antique
Located in Wallkill, NY
bottom x 1.17 inches or 29.78mm wide. Please be sure to check our storefront for more jewelry as well as
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
10k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Shell Cameo White Gold Brooch Pendant Bows
Located in Wallkill, NY
Cameo set in 14K White gold, simply stunning! It has a stunning openwork white gold frame with bow details on all sides. Both a brooch and pendant. Measuring 1.82 inches top to bott...
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Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
White Gold
Antique French Cobalt & Delicate Gold Bronze "Lacework" Jewelry Box, Circa 1870.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Cobalt and Delicate Gold Bronze "Lacework" Jewelry Box, Circa 1860-1880.
Tortoise
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Late 19th Century French Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
Bronze
H 4.25 in W 7.75 in D 5.5 in
Vintage 14 Karat Shell Cameo Earrings
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Vintage 14 Karat Shell Cameo Earrings. The earrings feature a bezel-set traditional lady cameo with
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1920s Italian Victorian Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique Gold Pink Shell Cameo Bracelet
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Highly elegant bracelet carved out of pink shell and mounted in 14 k gold. A bust in the antique
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1870s Italian Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold
Black Bakelite and Brass Shell Suite
Located in New York, NY
Handcarved black bakelite shells which are trimmed with brass wiring alternate with bakelite bars
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Shell Jewelry
Antique Victorian Cameo Shell Bacchante Pin Brooch, Circa 1890
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are thrilled to offer you a beautifully carved Victorian Carved Cameo Brooch from the late 19th century to the early 20th century. The stunning portrait of a young woman as a Bacc...
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate
Victorian Large Inlay 9K Gold & Shell Earrings
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details:
Stunning Victorian detailed inlay earrings with 9K gold and shell details. These earrings
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Mid-19th Century European Victorian Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Victorian Antique Diamond And Natural Pearl Shell Brooch Circa 1880
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Victorian diamond and pearl shell brooch c.1880s, the three-dimensional scallop shell
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique English Sterling Silver Shell Bowl Tea Caddy Spoon #13678
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Antique sterling silver tea caddy spoon from London, England, circa 1821.
A scallop shell bowl
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1820s Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage 14K Gold Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A vintage 14 karat yellow gold shell cameo brooch pendant. The oval-shaped brooch pendant is
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Gold Plated Shell Cameo Brooch with Coral Bead Surround
Located in London, GB
Beautiful gold plated shell cameo brooch, with rope twist detail and a coral bead surround. It has
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Early 20th Century European Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate
Antique 10k Gold Conch Shell Cameo Bracelet
Located in Montreal, QC
Antique 10k gold conch shell cameo bracelet circa 1890, unmarked, tested 10k gold. Measures 6 1/2
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1890s Unknown Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
10k Gold
Antique Victorian Shell 15 Karat Gold Bracelet
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This bracelet is typical for Viictorian Natural History Curiosity jewelery.
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1880s European Victorian Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 18k Gold Carved Shell Cameo Pendant
Located in New York, NY
shell with such impressive precision, and it's set in solid 18k gold. It is both a pendant, and a brooch
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Early 20th Century Romantic Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Antique Victorian Gold Filled Turtles Brooch with Egyptian Scarab Shells
Located in Philadelphia, PA
supporting a fourth suspended by 2 fine link chains.
Each turtle is set with a natural scarab beetle shell
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
Gold-filled
H 1.78 in W 1.66 in D 0.71 in
John Brogden Shell Cameo Brooch and Earrings, English, circa 1870
By John Brogden
Located in London, GB
of jewellery, the brooch composed of a horizontally situated oval Bull’s Mouth shell cameo of the
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1870s English Victorian Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Gold
Antique Shell Cameo Gild Mounted Brooch of Roman Goddess Flora
Located in Chesterland, OH
execution of the shell is amazing, and the relief helps to add details and dimension to the design.
The
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
A beautiful shell cameo mounted in golden metal, England 1880.
Located in Milan, IT
Shell cameo with an asymmetrical edge, mounted in gold metal depicting a neoclassical female
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Late 19th Century English Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
Metal
An Early 19th Century Shell Cameo Gold Necklace
Located in Firenze, IT
An early 19th century shell cameo necklace, the shell cameos set in gold cannetille mounts with
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Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Neoclassical Shell Cameo of Woman Painting Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Impressive (3.25" x 2.5") early 20th century hand made neoclassical shell cameo brooch / pendant
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Ammendola Oval Hand Carved 2 Ladies Italian Shell Cameo Brooch
Located in beverly hills, CA
Vintage shell cameo brooch, meticulously hand-carved from Italian cornelian shell. This exquisite
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Early 20th Century Italian Victorian Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
9k Gold
Antique Victorian Era Shell Cameo Wise Man Brooch 15 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
collector of antique jewels. Known as The Wise Man Cameo she is intricately carved from shell, a classic
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Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 1.38 in L 1.78 in
Karl and Maria Berthold Symbolist Cornucopia Venus Shell Silver Brooch
Located in London, GB
Gallery London Jewellery from the 1860s to 1960s, Arnoldsche Art Publishers, Stuttgart 2021, cat. no. 271
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1910s German Artist Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Antique Shell Cameo Brooch Young Lady, late 19th early 20th century
Located in Chesterland, OH
century. It depicts a beautiful portrait of a young lady. The execution of the shell is amazing, and the
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate
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W 18.9 in L 21.66 in
Victorian Era Antique Shell Gold Floral Inlay Earrings
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a very beautiful pair of archaeological revival shell earrings in deep reddish brown color
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19th Century French High Victorian Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
Gold, Silver
Vintage 10k Gold Ladies Cast & Hand-Crafted Shell Cameo Brooch/Pendant
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Bright Finish
Features a Carved Shell Cameo, Depicting the Dextral Formal Profile of a Woman
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
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W 0.79 in L 0.99 in
Victorian Left Facing Greek Goddesses Eos And Nyx Shell Cameo Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
a shell cameo depicting Eos (Greek goddess of Dawn) and Nyx (Greek goddess of night).
The frame
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19th Century Victorian Antique Shell Jewelry
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W 1.78 in L 2.17 in
Antique Victorian Shell Cameo Athena Gold Brooch Pendant, Circa 1860-1880
Located in Chesterland, OH
Fabulous carved Victorian brooch made around the late 1800s. The execution of the shell is amazing
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
10k Gold, Gold
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W 1.37 in L 1.65 in
Fine Art Nouveau Shell Cameo, Woman & Flowers, Unmounted, Italy, circa 1900
Located in Chatham, CA
Antique Art Nouveau shell cameo - hand carved with fine detail - featuring a profile of a woman
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Antique Shell Jewelry
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H 1.63 in W 1.13 in D 0.25 in
Vintage 9k Gold Victorian Shell Cameo Hand Carved Statement Present Cufflinks
Located in Benfleet, GB
A set of vintage 9ct yellow gold cufflinks made with handcrafted shell cameo's
The cameo depicts a
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Shell Jewelry
Materials
Other, 9k Gold
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Antique Shell Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact piece of antique shell jewelry you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 14k Gold and Yellow Gold. Making the right choice when shopping for an item from our selection of antique shell 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 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Finding an appealing choice in our collection of antique shell jewelry — no matter the origin — is easy, but Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection, John Brogden and Judith Leiber each produced a popular version that is worth a look. An object in our assortment of antique shell jewelry of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 34, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and rose cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an option in this array of antique shell jewelry, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.
How Much is a Antique Shell Jewelry?
On average, a piece of antique shell jewelry at 1stDibs sells for $1,968, while they’re typically $95 on the low end and $75,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Questions About Antique Shell 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.
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