Costume Jewelry Auction
1990s American Books
Paper
Mid-20th Century Unknown Artist Figurines and Sculptures
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Brooches
Crystal, Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Vintage 1930s French Byzantine Brooches
Amethyst, Pearl, Quartz, Gold, Gilt Metal, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1940s American Modern Brooches
Crystal, Pearl, Sapphire, Mixed Metal
Vintage 1950s American Chandelier Earrings
Crystal, Base Metal
Vintage 1950s French Byzantine Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Yellow Gold, Gilt Metal, Silver, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Clamper Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Clamper Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Clamper Bracelets
18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Clamper Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s French Artist Link Necklaces
Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Clamper Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Clamper Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Clamper Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Clamper Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s French Artist Drop Earrings
Mixed Metal
Vintage 1980s French Artist Drop Earrings
Mixed Metal
Vintage 1980s French Artist Drop Earrings
Mixed Metal
Vintage 1980s French Artist Drop Earrings
Mixed Metal
Vintage 1980s French Artist Dangle Earrings
Mixed Metal
Vintage 1980s French Artist Drop Earrings
Mixed Metal
Vintage 1980s French Artist Dangle Earrings
Mixed Metal
Vintage 1980s French Artist Drop Earrings
Mixed Metal
Antique Mid-19th Century Thai Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, 22k Gold
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Gold-filled, Yellow Gold, Silver, Brass, Copper
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Early 2000s British Contemporary Figurines and Sculptures
Mixed Metal
Vintage 1970s Spanish Artisan Figurines and Sculptures
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1880s Realist Portrait Paintings
Oil
17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings
Oil, Wood Panel
Mid-19th Century Romantic Figurative Paintings
Oil
Antique 19th Century French Egyptian Revival Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Vintage 1980s American Modern Paintings
Canvas, Paint
Vintage 1940s Spanish Artisan Brooches
White Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s French Cuff Bracelets
Pearl, Gold Plate
20th Century More Jewelry
21st Century and Contemporary Clamper Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Clamper Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s American Clip-on Earrings
Pearl, Gold Plate
Vintage 1980s French Artist Clip-on Earrings
Gold Plate
1980s Pop Art Black and White Photography
Photographic Paper
Vintage 1980s French Brooches
21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Clamper Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s French Artist Choker Necklaces
Vintage 1980s French Artist Beaded Necklaces
1990s French Artist Beaded Necklaces
Mixed Metal
Vintage 1980s French Artist Beaded Necklaces
Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary French Clamper Bracelets
18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Clamper Bracelets
18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Clamper Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Clamper Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s American Clip-on Earrings
Gilt Metal
1990s French Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces
Mixed Metal
1990s French Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces
Mixed Metal
Vintage 1960s French Artist Clip-on Earrings
Vintage 1980s French Artist Clip-on Earrings
Mixed Metal
Vintage 1980s Italian Modernist Vanity Items
Diamond, Carnelian, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1880s Barbizon School Landscape Paintings
Oil
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Costume Jewelry Auction For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Costume Jewelry Auction?
- Is costume jewelry valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Costume jewelry is very desirable on the secondhand market. There are many collectible costume jewelry brands that are quite valuable.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Dior costume jewelry will tarnish over time if not properly taken care of. Be sure to avoid getting fragrances and creams on your jewelry, and clean your accessories every so often to help it last. Shop a collection of Dior jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Although costume jewelry is usually more affordable because many Chanel costume pieces have a timeless style as well as good craftsmanship, they hold their value and so can be sold at an expensive price.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 29, 2024You can buy Chanel costume jewelry directly from the brand’s official website as well as in its boutiques. See the site’s store locator in order to find the official Chanel boutique nearest you. You can also find Chanel products on offer at any of the luxury house’s authorized retailers as well as through resellers.
Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel introduced her costume jewelry in the 1920s, when the economy was roaring and fine jewelry was the main mode of adornment among her clients. Fearless about giving offense, Chanel proclaimed, “I love fakes because I find such jewelry provocative, and I find it disgraceful to walk around with millions of dollars around your neck, just because you are rich.” Then, in 1932, in the midst of the Great Depression, Chanel dramatically switched gears and designed her first and only diamond jewelry collection, Bijoux de Diamants.
Find vintage Chanel costume jewelry for sale 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, 2022Chanel uses a variety of materials to produce costume jewelry. Most pieces are non-precious metals with resin, glass and crystal used in place of genuine pearls and gemstones. Some designs incorporate real leather or fabrics like velvet. You'll find a variety of Chanel jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023To know what costume jewelry is worth money, one option is to conduct some online research. You can read articles on trusted websites to find out what types of pieces and makers are highly sought after. Another approach is to peruse the sold sections of reputable online platforms to get a feel for the selling prices of different types of jewelry. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of jewelry from some of the world's top dealers.