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Found Object Jewelry

1970s Alex & Lee Macramé Rope Belt
1970s Alex & Lee Macramé Rope Belt

1970s Alex & Lee Macramé Rope Belt

By Alex & Lee

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Alex & Lee were an amazing duo who began collaborating on found object jewelry in 1970. In the early 1970s the artists were then drawn west to San Francisco where they established th...

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1970s American Belts

Found Object Assemblage Brooch, Studio VL
Found Object Assemblage Brooch, Studio VL

Found Object Assemblage Brooch, Studio VL

By Leslie Chin x Studio VL

Located in New York, NY

Unusual Found Assemblage Object Brooch by Studio VL from the 1980's. Composed of an antique sterling sugar tong set with a hand bezeled faux aqua stone. 4" x 2.25". 1980's NY.

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Vintage 1980s American Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Window Pendant Necklace in 9Kt Yellow Gold with Opal and Founded Rusty Object
Window Pendant Necklace in 9Kt Yellow Gold with Opal and Founded Rusty Object

Window Pendant Necklace in 9Kt Yellow Gold with Opal and Founded Rusty Object

By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer

Located in Athens, GR

A really unique necklace with excepitonal work. Made of founded rusty object with opale stone and 9Kt yellow gold, totally handmade.

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2010s Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

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"Jewelry Box" Hand-Embroidered and Beaded Original Film Photograph
"Jewelry Box" Hand-Embroidered and Beaded Original Film Photograph

"Jewelry Box" Hand-Embroidered and Beaded Original Film Photograph

By Ashley Catharine Smith

Located in Philadelphia, PA

"Jewelry Box" is a one-of-a-kind piece created by Ashley Catharine Smith. This artwork is a 1/1 film photograph embellished with hand-sewn holographic sequins, pearls, and seed bead...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Photography

Materials

Thread, Sequins, Found Objects, Mixed Media, Photographic Paper

Victorian Large Carnelian Gold Watch Key Pendant
Victorian Large Carnelian Gold Watch Key Pendant

Victorian Large Carnelian Gold Watch Key Pendant

Located in Litchfield, CT

Set with a lush cabochon carnelian, the look is vintage chic at its cool-found-objects-as-jewelry best. Remarks from Lawrence Jeffrey: “Stylishly Bohemian.”

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Antique 1890s French Drop Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, 14k Gold

Antique French Talisman, Huge Gold Watch Key
Antique French Talisman, Huge Gold Watch Key

Antique French Talisman, Huge Gold Watch Key

Located in Litchfield, CT

Set with a lush cabochon carnelian, the look is vintage chic at its cool-found-objects-as-jewelry best. Excellent condition.

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Antique 1870s French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Rock Crystal Spinner Fob
Victorian Rock Crystal Spinner Fob

Victorian Rock Crystal Spinner Fob

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H 1.25 in W 1.25 in

Victorian Rock Crystal Spinner Fob

Located in Litchfield, CT

Well made 150 years ago, it is in excellent condition. Remark: "I love as-found objects as jewelry, 150 years since its creation and this fob is still finding a fashionable place i...

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Antique 1870s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Rock Crystal, 18k Gold

Huge Carnelian Set Gold Watch Key as Pendant
Huge Carnelian Set Gold Watch Key as Pendant

Huge Carnelian Set Gold Watch Key as Pendant

Located in Litchfield, CT

Charmingly decorated with a foliate motif and set with a lush cabochon carnelian, the look is authentic vintage chic at its cool found-objects-as-jewelry best. Remarks from Lawre...

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Antique 1870s Victorian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, 14k Gold

Rock Crystal Spinner Fob Gold Pendant
Rock Crystal Spinner Fob Gold Pendant

Rock Crystal Spinner Fob Gold Pendant

Located in Litchfield, CT

Remarks from Lawrence Jeffrey: "I love as-found objects as jewelry, 120 years since its creation and this fob is still finding a fashionable place in our lives."

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Antique Early 1900s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Rock Crystal, 14k Gold

Antique Rose Gold Bracelet with Fob in Gold
Antique Rose Gold Bracelet with Fob in Gold

Antique Rose Gold Bracelet with Fob in Gold

Located in Litchfield, CT

This antique rose gold watch chain bracelet festooned with a charming carnelian watch fob is a charming example of “found object" jewelry. Decorated with an intaglio cut seal, the in...

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Antique 1890s English Charm Bracelets

Materials

Carnelian, 14k Gold, 9k Gold

Sunflower #2, safety pin necklace, wearable art, statement jewelry, 2015
Sunflower #2, safety pin necklace, wearable art, statement jewelry, 2015

Sunflower #2, safety pin necklace, wearable art, statement jewelry, 2015

By Tamiko Kawata

Located in New York, NY

Tamiko repurposes quotidian objects to create exquisite fine art statement jewelry. She was trained in sculpture at Tokyo University. She grew up in Japan, in the wake of World War I...

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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Silver

Huge Gold Watch Key Gold Pendant
Huge Gold Watch Key Gold Pendant

Huge Gold Watch Key Gold Pendant

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W 2.13 in L 3.38 in

Huge Gold Watch Key Gold Pendant

Located in Litchfield, CT

Charmingly decorated with a foliate motif and set with a luminous white agate, the look is authentic vintage chic at its cool found-objects-as-jewelry best. Very good condition.

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Antique 1870s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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By Alexander McQueen

Located in Thiensville, WI

Rare Alexander McQueen Spring 2000 "Eye" cut out black wool blend stretch trousers. Arch shaped cut outs at front of pant and flare out slightly with open design around hem. Silver m...

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Early 2000s Italian Pants

Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Wall and Flags Print Pants Trousers
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By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Nice, FR

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage pants trousers featuring a multi colored wall and flags print. These trousers feature : - Velvety touch material. - Front buttoning. - Front and back pock...

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20th Century Moroccan Pants

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Purple and Green Silk Rouched Hat with Bow
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Purple and Green Silk Rouched Hat with Bow

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Purple and Green Silk Rouched Hat with Bow

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche hat is composed of a purple and green striped silk. The hat features a rouched detail and bow. In excellent vintage condition, the black bow has f...

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20th Century French Hats

Vivienne Westwood & Malcolm McLaren Oliver Twist T-Shirt 1976-7
Vivienne Westwood & Malcolm McLaren Oliver Twist T-Shirt 1976-7

Vivienne Westwood & Malcolm McLaren Oliver Twist T-Shirt 1976-7

By Vivienne Westwood

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer an original Vivienne Westwood & Malcolm McLaren "Oliver Twist or "Dickens" graphic t-shirt featuring classic George Cruikshank illustration a...

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1970s English T-Shirts

Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2002 Iconic Bamboo Heel Leather Sandals US 9.5 It - 39.5
Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2002 Iconic Bamboo Heel Leather Sandals US 9.5 It - 39.5

Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2002 Iconic Bamboo Heel Leather Sandals US 9.5 It - 39.5

By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci

Located in Montgomery, TX

Tom Ford for Gucci Iconic Bamboo High Heel Sandals Spring-Summer 2002 collection US size 9.5 B - Italian 39.5 B Dark brown leather, braided cord that wraps and ties, leather sole & ...

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Early 2000s Italian Heels

Alexander McQueen Chiffon Embellished Dress With Ostrich Feathers, FW 2006
Alexander McQueen Chiffon Embellished Dress With Ostrich Feathers, FW 2006

Alexander McQueen Chiffon Embellished Dress With Ostrich Feathers, FW 2006

By Alexander McQueen

Located in London, GB

Alexander McQueen museum-grade evening dress featuring a high ruffled collar and elaborate bugle bead embroidery on the front and back. The dress is constructed from layers of olive ...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Alexander Mcqueen 2008 Beautiful Silk Blouse Top
Alexander Mcqueen 2008 Beautiful Silk Blouse Top

Alexander Mcqueen 2008 Beautiful Silk Blouse Top

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Berlin, BE

Rare Alexander McQueen 2008 Collection piece called "Mushrom Shirt". Beautiful romantic blouse, crafted in a semi sheer, vibrant orange pure Silk creating a silhouette that is both a...

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Early 2000s Italian Blouses and Tops

Prada S/S 2005 Majestic Silk Embelished Mini Dress
Prada S/S 2005 Majestic Silk Embelished Mini Dress

Prada S/S 2005 Majestic Silk Embelished Mini Dress

By Miuccia Prada, Prada

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Muccia Prada, the visionary behind the Italian house of Prada, is known for her subversive approach to fashion. She famously introduced the use of nylon to high fashion in the 1990s,...

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Early 2000s Italian Mini Dress

Christian Dior by John Galliano Knitted Wool Coat and Skirt Ensemble, FW 1999
Christian Dior by John Galliano Knitted Wool Coat and Skirt Ensemble, FW 1999

Christian Dior by John Galliano Knitted Wool Coat and Skirt Ensemble, FW 1999

By John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

Christian Dior by John Galliano knitted coat and skirt ensemble, Fall-Winter 1999. Constructed from heavy-gauge wool in deep red with contrasting burnt orange mohair appliqué. The ov...

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1990s French Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

F/W 1999 Gianni Versace by Donatella Embroidered Pony Hair Blue Fox Coat 46IT
F/W 1999 Gianni Versace by Donatella Embroidered Pony Hair Blue Fox Coat 46IT

F/W 1999 Gianni Versace by Donatella Embroidered Pony Hair Blue Fox Coat 46IT

By Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This incredible tiger print pony hair Gianni Versace coat was designed by Donatella Versace. From the Fall/Winter 1999 collection, the short version of this coat debuted on the seaso...

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1990s Italian Coats

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Found Object Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the piece of found object jewelry you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. In our selection of items, you can find contemporary examples as well as an abstract version. Finding the perfect item from our selection of found object jewelry may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re looking to add a choice in our collection of found object jewelry to create new energy in an otherwise neutral space in your home, you can find a work on 1stDibs that features elements of gray, brown, black, silver and more. There have been many interesting object in our assortment of found object jewelry examples over the years, but those made by Kat Flyn, Nicholas Evans, Jan Huling, Atticus Adams and Igael Tumarkin are often thought to be among the most thought-provoking. Frequently made by artists working in mixed media, paint and metal, these artworks are unique and have attracted attention over the years.

How Much is a Found Object Jewelry?

The price for an artwork of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — a piece of found object jewelry in our inventory may begin at $60 and can go as high as $455,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,377.