Glass Micro Mosaic
Antique Early 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Ceramics
Wood
Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Decorative Boxes
Slate, Bronze
Antique 19th Century Italian Religious Items
Stone
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Wall Mirrors
Wire
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Glass
Antique 1850s Italian Grand Tour Historical Memorabilia
Marble
Antique 1860s Italian Baroque Revival Wall Mirrors
Glass
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Fashion Rings
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Gueridon
Marble
Early 20th Century Lebanese Moorish Decorative Boxes
Fruitwood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Victorian Dangle Earrings
Sterling Silver, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Doors and Gates
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Fashion Rings
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Picture Frames
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Decorative Art
Belgian Black Marble
Antique 1890s Unknown Etruscan Revival Brooches
14k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Brooches
18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique 19th Century Italian Table Mirrors
Glass
Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Wall Mirrors
Brass
Vintage 1960s Italian Collectible Jewelry
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern More Jewelry
White Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Paperweights
Slate
Antique 1870s English Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Other
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Necklace Enhancers
18k Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Grand Tour Paperweights
Glass
Vintage 1930s Italian Picture Frames
Metal
Antique 19th Century Italian Classical Roman Center Tables
Marble
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Victorian More Rings
Onyx, 14k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Paperweights
Slate
Vintage 1930s Italian Picture Frames
Metal
Vintage 1930s Italian Collectible Jewelry
Metal
Antique 1870s Italian Victorian More Rings
14k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Italian Picture Frames
Glass
Vintage 1930s Italian Collectible Jewelry
Metal
Vintage 1930s Italian Collectible Jewelry
Metal
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Victorian Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1810s Italian Dangle Earrings
Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Wall-mounted Sculptures
Stone, Marble
Antique 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Center Tables
Malachite, Marble, Belgian Black Marble
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Models and Miniatures
Antique 1870s Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary American Rococo Cuff Bracelets
Turquoise, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Art Nouveau More Jewelry
Silver
Antique 19th Century European Victorian Fashion Rings
Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Italian High Victorian Brooches
Rose Gold, 15k Gold
Antique 1830s Italian Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold
Antique 1880s Italian Victorian Dangle Earrings
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1870s Italian Fashion Rings
Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Murrine
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century European Victorian Brooches
Gold
Antique 1810s Georgian Brooches
Gold
Antique 18th Century European Georgian Desk Accessories
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Renaissance Revival Cluster Rings
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 1850s Italian Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces
Onyx, Lapis Lazuli, Coral, Carnelian, Agate, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Glass, Murrine, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
Antique 1810s French Tea Sets
Porcelain
2010s Brazilian Other Decorative Art
Ceramic, Glass
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- How are micro mosaics made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Micro mosaics consist of small glass pieces known as tesserae arranged to create beautiful patterns and intricate designs. Handcrafted micro mosaics take hours of painstaking craftsmanship and are highly coveted. Shop a collection of antique micro mosaic goods on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Micro mosaic jewelry is made with tiny pieces of glass or enamel, which are arranged together to create an image. The glass is usually set in cement or mastic and any gaps delicately filled in with wax. Shop an array of beautiful micro mosaic pieces from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023To date micro mosaic jewelry, examine the hardware. This style of jewelry first became popular during the 19th century (Italian artist Giacomo Raffaelli, founder of the School of Mosaics in Milan, in 1806, is said to have been the first to incorporate micro mosaics into jewelry). Over time, the types of hardware used in the creation of these accessories changed considerably. For example, brooches from the late 19th and early 20th centuries will often have a “C” clasp, while safety pin-style fasteners became popular in the 1920s. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can help you determine the age of a given piece based on the fasteners and clasps on your jewelry. Shop an assortment of micro mosaic jewelry on 1stDibs.