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A Close Look at art-deco Jewelry
Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.
The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.
However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)
While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.
Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.
A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.
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- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A blue diamond ring worth depends on the type of blue diamond. Ideally, a blue diamond’s cost is based on its 4Cs (cut, color, clarity, and carat), with the intensity of the color being the dominant factor. A blue diamond ring price ranges between $6,800 to $11,200. On 1stDibs, you can find a range of exquisite antique and vintage blue diamond rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A blue sapphire ring is worth about $8,000 depending on the carat weight and quality of the stone. Blue sapphires are the most valuable color of this particular gem, making a blue sapphire ring quite valuable. A broad range of blue sapphire rings can be found on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Yes, blue sapphire can be a good option for a wedding ring. Rated at 9 out of 10 on the Mohs scale, the gemstone resists scratches and cleavage, making it a durable choice for everyday wear. Blue sapphires also traditionally symbolize faithfulness and loyalty, so they can represent a lasting commitment to one's wedding vows. Shop a collection of blue sapphire wedding rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A blue sapphire engagement ring is traditionally symbolic of faithfulness, wisdom and honesty. One of the most renowned blue sapphire engagement rings belonged to Princess Diana. Shop a range of authentic vintage and contemporary blue sapphire engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What a blue topaz engagement ring means is largely a matter of personal interpretation. People associate the gemstone with a variety of sentiments, including loyalty, honesty and peace. It is also the birthstone for December. On 1stDibs, find a selection of blue topaz gemstone rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023Yes, Tiffany & Co. engagement rings come in a blue box. Called Tiffany Blue, the color of the box is a trademark of Tiffany & Co. It debuted in 1886, when the luxury jewelry maker first began packaging its signature diamond engagement ring in the now iconic blue boxes. Explore an assortment of Tiffany & Co. engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A blue star sapphire has a transparent body with a deep blue color. A blue star sapphire ring’s worth depends on the 4Cs — color, clarity, cut and carat. Prices for a blue star sapphire ring can also differ according to size and time period. These accessories begin at $449 and can cost as much as around $200,000 or more. On 1stDibs, shop a range of vintage blue star sapphire rings.
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