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Rare Vintage Costume Jewelry

An amethyst glass cabuchon 'flower' brooch, and earrings, Marcel Boucher, 1960s.
An amethyst glass cabuchon 'flower' brooch, and earrings, Marcel Boucher, 1960s.

An amethyst glass cabuchon 'flower' brooch, and earrings, Marcel Boucher, 1960s.

By Marcel Boucher

Located in Greyabbey, County Down

Boucher manufactured costume jewellery from 1937 through until 1971, based in New York. He is one of the

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1960s American Rare Vintage Costume Jewelry

Materials

Rhodium, Base Metal

Henry Perichon Paris Talosel Jeweled Bangle Bracelet
Henry Perichon Paris Talosel Jeweled Bangle Bracelet

Henry Perichon Paris Talosel Jeweled Bangle Bracelet

By Henry Perichon

Located in Atlanta, GA

produces extraordinary examples of costume jewelry. This rare bracelet is signed "Henry" on a small, gilt

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1960s French Modernist Rare Vintage Costume Jewelry

1950s Christian Dior Mitchel Maer Turquoise Blue Necklace
1950s Christian Dior Mitchel Maer Turquoise Blue Necklace

1950s Christian Dior Mitchel Maer Turquoise Blue Necklace

By Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

this iconic design house. It is photographed in Millers “Costume Jewelry” by Steve Miners (2007

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1950s British Romantic Rare Vintage Costume Jewelry

Materials

Base Metal

Couture Gripoix CocoChanelEra SignedFrance PouredGlass RobertGoosens Earrings
Couture Gripoix CocoChanelEra SignedFrance PouredGlass RobertGoosens Earrings

Couture Gripoix CocoChanelEra SignedFrance PouredGlass RobertGoosens Earrings

By Maison Gripoix for Chanel

Located in Chicago, IL

style, these are post-WWII earrings. We price these lower than earlier and rarer Chanel costume jewelry

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Rare Vintage Costume Jewelry

Materials

Crystal, Turquoise, Pearl, Gold, Gilt Metal

Early Lorenz Baumer Gilded Floral Necklace & Earrings Set, Signed, 1980s
Early Lorenz Baumer Gilded Floral Necklace & Earrings Set, Signed, 1980s

Early Lorenz Baumer Gilded Floral Necklace & Earrings Set, Signed, 1980s

By Lorenz Baumer

Located in McKinney, TX

Important, immaculate and rare early Lorenz Baumer costume jewelry set featuring statement necklace

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1980s French Modern Rare Vintage Costume Jewelry

Chanel Vintage Gold Metal and Leather Pearl Cabochon Clip-On Earrings
Chanel Vintage Gold Metal and Leather Pearl Cabochon Clip-On Earrings

Chanel Vintage Gold Metal and Leather Pearl Cabochon Clip-On Earrings

By Chanel

Located in Rome, Rome

or a refined evening look. A rare example of Chanel's costume jewelry craftsmanship from the early

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1990s French Rare Vintage Costume Jewelry

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KENZO Gold Flower w/ Pearl Clip On Earrings
KENZO Gold Flower w/ Pearl Clip On Earrings

KENZO Gold Flower w/ Pearl Clip On Earrings

By Kenzo

Located in San Francisco, CA

costume jewelry piece from the archives. Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. 0.80 in.

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Late 20th Century Rare Vintage Costume Jewelry

Rare French Dolce Vita Paris Costume Jewelry Brooch
Rare French Dolce Vita Paris Costume Jewelry Brooch

Rare French Dolce Vita Paris Costume Jewelry Brooch

Located in New York, NY

A rare French costume jewelry brooch by Dolce Vita Bijoux and Accessories, Paris. The brooch is

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20th Century Unknown Rare Vintage Costume Jewelry

Rare French Dolce Vita Paris Costume Jewelry Brooch
Rare French Dolce Vita Paris Costume Jewelry Brooch

Rare French Dolce Vita Paris Costume Jewelry Brooch

Located in New York, NY

A rare French costume jewelry brooch by Dolce Vita Bijoux and Accessories, Paris. The brooch is

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20th Century Unknown Rare Vintage Costume Jewelry

Marcel Boucher Extremely Rare Art Deco Praying Mantis Costume Brooch c 1941
Marcel Boucher Extremely Rare Art Deco Praying Mantis Costume Brooch c 1941

Marcel Boucher Extremely Rare Art Deco Praying Mantis Costume Brooch c 1941

By Marcel Boucher

Located in University City, MO

Marcel Boucher Extremely rare art deco praying mantis costume insect brooch c 1941 The rare avant

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1940s American Art Deco Rare Vintage Costume Jewelry

Materials

Rhodium, Gilt Metal

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Located in Miami, FL

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1970s Art Deco Rare Vintage Costume Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Platinum

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Early 19th Century European Baroque Revival Rare Vintage Costume Jewelry

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Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Socrate Earrings, large model
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Socrate Earrings, large model

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By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in New York, NY

This striking Van Cleef & Arpels pair of pierced earrings with French clips from the celebrated Socrate™ jewelry collection feature a delicate floral motif crafted in 18K white gold ...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Rare Vintage Costume Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

John Galliano Pink Bias-Cut Satin Evening Dress with Rhinestone Straps, SS 2002
John Galliano Pink Bias-Cut Satin Evening Dress with Rhinestone Straps, SS 2002

John Galliano Pink Bias-Cut Satin Evening Dress with Rhinestone Straps, SS 2002

By John Galliano

Located in London, GB

John Galliano, Spring-Summer 2002. Bias-cut evening dress in rose-toned crepe-back satin. The fitted bodice features a draped cowl neckline, with rhinestone-embellished straps. The g...

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Early 2000s French Rare Vintage Costume Jewelry

Vicky Tiel 1980s Silk Strapless High Low Bustier Dress
Vicky Tiel 1980s Silk Strapless High Low Bustier Dress

Vicky Tiel 1980s Silk Strapless High Low Bustier Dress

By Vicky Tiel

Located in Water Mill, NY

A great pink silk high low dress from Vicky Tiel. It has a drop waist horizontally ruched boned bustier bodice onto which is gathered a full skirt knee length in the front, ankle len...

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1980s French Rare Vintage Costume Jewelry

Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby and Diamond Ring, circa 1960
Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby and Diamond Ring, circa 1960

Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby and Diamond Ring, circa 1960

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in London, GB

Van Cleef & Arpels ruby and diamond ring. Centrally set with five rectangular tallow cut natural unenhanced rubies in open back channel settings with a combined approximate weight of...

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1960s French Rare Vintage Costume Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Ruffle Hem Dress
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Ruffle Hem Dress

John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Ruffle Hem Dress

By John Galliano, Christian Dior

Located in Water Mill, NY

A gorgeous silk dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior in brightly colored flowers on a navy and burgundy background. The spaghetti strap bodice is semi fitted and adorned on one ...

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1990s Italian Rare Vintage Costume Jewelry

Christian Dior John Galliano Silk Evening Gown Fall/Winter 2003 Sz 38FR
Christian Dior John Galliano Silk Evening Gown Fall/Winter 2003 Sz 38FR

Christian Dior John Galliano Silk Evening Gown Fall/Winter 2003 Sz 38FR

By John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Saint Petersburg, FL

Christian Dior John Galliano - Vintage Silk Chartreuse Evening Gown Fall/Winter 2003 Size 38FR

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Early 2000s French Rare Vintage Costume Jewelry

1970s Halston Tie Dyed Blue Silk Vintage 70s Dress Jacket Ensemble
1970s Halston Tie Dyed Blue Silk Vintage 70s Dress Jacket Ensemble

1970s Halston Tie Dyed Blue Silk Vintage 70s Dress Jacket Ensemble

By Halston

Located in San Diego, CA

Stunning vintage 1970s HALSTON (attributed) blue tie dyed silk chiffon maxi dress and jacket ensemble! Dress simply slips over the head, and features multiple layers of soft lightwei...

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1970s Rare Vintage Costume Jewelry

Christian Dior by John Galliano Claret Evening Dress and Tunic Ensemble, fw 1999
Christian Dior by John Galliano Claret Evening Dress and Tunic Ensemble, fw 1999

Christian Dior by John Galliano Claret Evening Dress and Tunic Ensemble, fw 1999

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

▪ Archival Christian Dior Evening Ensemble ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Fall-Winter 1999 ▪ Bias-cut satin-backed crepe evening dress ▪ Elegant full-length silhouette ▪ Side ...

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1990s French Rare Vintage Costume Jewelry

Vintage Hermès Sac Cordelière White Patent Leather Envelope Handbag- 25 cm, 1951
Vintage Hermès Sac Cordelière White Patent Leather Envelope Handbag- 25 cm, 1951

Vintage Hermès Sac Cordelière White Patent Leather Envelope Handbag- 25 cm, 1951

By Hermès

Located in Tucson, AZ

Though it is almost 70 years old, this magnificent handbag is as lustrous and stylish as the day it was made in 1951. Best of all it is true, bright white and an ideal complement to ...

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1950s French Rare Vintage Costume Jewelry

John Galliano for Christian Dior Ruched Corset Bustier Dress
John Galliano for Christian Dior Ruched Corset Bustier Dress

John Galliano for Christian Dior Ruched Corset Bustier Dress

By John Galliano, Christian Dior

Located in Water Mill, NY

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1990s French Rare Vintage Costume Jewelry

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Louis Feraud Royal Blue Cashmere Fox Fur cape

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By Louis Feraud

Located in Amsterdam, NL

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20th Century French Rare Vintage Costume Jewelry

Blue Sapphire Cabs 14kt Solid Gold Blue Chalcedony Cushion Shape Stud Earrings
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By Tutti Frutti Jewellery

Located in Bangkok, TH

These simple but elegant and handmade earrings have 2 Oval Blue Sapphire cabs measuring 8 x 10 mm set in a 14 Kt yellow gold bezel at the top to which are suspended 2 Cushion Shap...

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2010s Thai Artisan Rare Vintage Costume Jewelry

Materials

Chalcedony, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum Pearl Tassel Crystal Links Necklace
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum Pearl Tassel Crystal Links Necklace

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum Pearl Tassel Crystal Links Necklace

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

Introducing the David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Dusk Pearl Rock Crystal Diamond White Enamel Necklace—a masterpiece that seamlessly combines luxury and artistry. This dramatic ...

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20th Century American Modern Rare Vintage Costume Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Thierry Mugler Couture Pink Flame Beaded Silk Gown
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By Thierry Mugler Couture, Thierry Mugler

Located in Concord, NC

This early 2000’s vintage Thierry Mugler gown features a halter neckline with a plunging V-front. The dress transitions from vibrant fuchsia to deep red, with flame-like cutouts ador...

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Early 2000s French Rare Vintage Costume Jewelry

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Rare Vintage Costume Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the piece of rare vintage costume jewelry you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of gold, gold plate and silver, this item was constructed with great care. Making the right choice when shopping for an item from our selection of rare vintage costume jewelry may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. A choice in our collection of rare vintage costume jewelry from Christian Dior, Chanel and Trifari — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. An object in our assortment of rare vintage costume jewelry can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 22 crystal versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for a baguette cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and mixed cut alternatives. When shopping for an option in this array of rare vintage costume jewelry, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Rare Vintage Costume Jewelry?

Prices for a piece of rare vintage costume jewelry can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $68 and can go as high as $900,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $523.
Questions About Rare Vintage Costume Jewelry
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Vintage 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 ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify vintage costume jewelry, you'll need to determine if your piece is between 20 and 99 years old. To do so, see if you can locate a maker's mark. You're most likely to find it in an inconspicuous area, such as an inner edge or a clasp. Using trusted online resources, search for the mark to learn who the maker is, then read more about it to get an idea of when it produced items similar to yours. Alternatively, you can consider having a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer help identify your costume jewelry. On 1stDibs, find a selection of vintage costume jewelry.