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14K Gold Modern Oval Hair Barrette
Located in Venice, CA
hair in place and adds to the elegance of the design. A stunning piece of hair jewelry that will make
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1950s Unknown Modern Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14K Gold Modern Oval Hair Barrette
14K Gold Modern Oval Hair Barrette
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W 0.82 in L 1.88 in
Portrait of a Woman in a Pink Vest - Pastel on Paper
By Marilyn Thompson
Located in Soquel, CA
wearing a pink vest and her hair pulled back sits looking to the viewer's right. She is rendered in loving
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1990s Photorealist Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Pastel, Paper

Turquoise gilded gold brooch/hair clip
Located in New York, NY
multiple sizes in a floral pattern. You have a choice of wearing it as a brooch, or, as a hair clip
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1980s Unknown Hair Jewelry Vintage

Frances Higgins Fused Glass Hair Pin
By Frances Higgins
Located in Chicago, IL
, clocks and jewelry, as well as custom pieces and large scale installations. This is a unique and early
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1940s American Hair Jewelry Vintage

Vintage Frances Higgins Fused Glass Hair Pin
Frances Higgins Fused Glass Hair Pin
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H 5.5 in W 1.75 in D 1.25 in
Tortoiseshell Hair Side Comb with Diamonds
Located in Berlin, DE
Hair side comb made of tortoiseshell. Germany, 1950's. Adorned with 79 brilliant-cut diamonds
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1950s German Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1930s Pearl Diamond Platinum Hair Piece or Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A rare find! 8.25 carats of diamonds set in platinum Please contact us for more information regarding this piece.
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Mid-20th Century Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Hair Clips
By Cartier
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive pair of 18 karat yellow gold hair clips, made by Cartier; part
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1970s British Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Hair Clips
Cartier Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Hair Clips
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H 0.36 in W 0.28 in L 2.87 in
Natural Coral Bead Angel Hair Gold Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Refresh yourself with this heavenly Estate Natural Angel Hair Gold Necklace! This necklace with
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1960s Retro Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Coral, Gold

Gianni versace medusa hair pin with blue rhinestones
By Gianni Versace
Located in Hoffman Estates, IL
Gianni Versace gold Medusa hair pin with blue rhinestones.
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1990s Italian Hair Jewelry Vintage

Maison Gripoix for Isabel Canovas Leaf Hair Comb
By Isabel Canovas
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Maison Gripoix for Isabel Canovas gilt bronze hair comb. Formed as an abstract oak leaf with
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1980s French Modern Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Gold Plate, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Maison Gripoix for Isabel Canovas Leaf Hair Comb
Maison Gripoix for Isabel Canovas Leaf Hair Comb
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W 1.38 in L 4.75 in
Yves Saint Laurent Galalith Hair Comb, Chinese Collection
By Roger Scemama for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent Galalith Chinese Collection vivid green hair comb. Designed by Roger Scemama for
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1970s French Hair Jewelry Vintage

Jack Nutting Pearl Sterling Silver Hair Adornment Comb
By Jack Nutting
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Handmade sterling and pearl hair comb created by Jack Nutting of San Francisco, California. Comb
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1960s American Modernist Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Platinum, Gold and Diamond "Flamme" Vintage Brooch/Hair Barrette, c. 1960's
Located in Aspen, CO
piece backed with 18K yellow gold can be worn as either a brooch or hair barrette. In total it has 54
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1960s Contemporary Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Thomas Gentille 1970 Sculptural Hair Pin in Polychrome Sterling and Ebony Wood
Located in Miami, FL
in New York city by the artist and jewelry maker Thomas Gentille, back in the late 1970. This hair
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1970s American Modernist Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Van Cleef & Arpels Angel Hair Vintage Gold Bracelet, 1960s
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Feasterville, PA
an curb designed Angel Hair pattern in 18k yellow gold. The bracelet has an impressive weight of 84.6
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1960s Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Gold

Isabel Canovas Almond Shell Rare Poured Glass Hair Ornaments
Located in New York, NY
Isabel Canovas unusual gilt realistic almond shell and topaz poured glass hair ornaments, made by
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1980s French Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Gilt Metal

18K Yellow Gold Mid-Century Lady's Hair Comb Charm Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An 18 karat yellow gold lady's hair comb charm pendant. This lovely preloved hair comb charm has a
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Mid-20th Century European Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lacloche Paris Art Deco Platinum and Gem Set Hair Barrett
By Lacloche Freres
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1930s Lacloche Freres Platinum Hair Barrette, measuring 2 3/8 inches in length X 1/2 inch
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1930s French Art Deco Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Hermès Long Hair Clip Eileen Palladium Plated Gold White Lacquer
By Hermès
Located in FR
Beautiful Authentic Hermès Hair Clip "Eileen" Collection Made in France Longest part is made of
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1990s Unknown Hair Jewelry Vintage

Vintage Large French Gold Tassel Brooch Pin & Barrette Hair Clip Made In France
Located in Sausalito, CA
Lovely vintage gold plated brooch and matching barrette featuring a classic rope and tassel design. Brooch Size: 3-1/8" wide x 3-1/8" tall. Barrette Size: 3-3/8" wide x 2-1/8" tall....
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1990s French Hair Jewelry Vintage

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Gold Plate

Long Haired Beaver Fur Coat
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Long haired beaver fur coat.
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Mid-20th Century Hair Jewelry Vintage

Long Haired Beaver Fur Coat
Long Haired Beaver Fur Coat
H 38 in W 26 in D 3 in
Art Deco Faux Tortoiseshell Two Prong Hair Comb with Clear Rhinestones
Located in London, GB
Lovely Art Deco faux tortoiseshell two prong hair comb with clear faceted sparkling rhinestones
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Hair Jewelry Vintage

Art Deco Faux Tortoiseshell Two Prong Hair Comb with Faux Pearls
Located in London, GB
Wonderful Art Deco faux tortoiseshell two prong hair comb with faux pearl decoration. Measuring
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Hair Jewelry Vintage

Vintage Celluloid Rhinestone Hair Clip
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a vintage celluloid rhinestone hair clip. This arch shaped amber color celluloid ponytail
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Mid-20th Century French Art Nouveau Hair Jewelry Vintage

Vintage Celluloid Rhinestone Hair Clip
Vintage Celluloid Rhinestone Hair Clip
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H 2.25 in W 1.5 in D 1.5 in
Shell Cameo Pin / Pendant Portrait of a Short Hair Lady Set in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Surfside, FL
Shell Cameo pin/pendant portrait of a short hair lady set in 14k yellow gold, 39.5mm length x 32mm
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20th Century Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Yellow Gold

Valentino 1970 Milano Band Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Braided Elephant Hair
By Valentino
Located in Miami, FL
An elephant's hair ring designed by Valentino. Fabulous band ring, created in Milano Italy by the
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1970s Italian Modernist Hair Jewelry Vintage

Pillbox Ring Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Onyx Jewelry Opens Secret Compartment
Located in Torrance, CA
secret compartment. Typically this type of ring has been used to carry perfume, locks of hair, devotional
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Onyx, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Native American Southwestern Navajo Beaded Hair Clip Bow Barrette 5"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Native American / Navajo seed bead hair clip / bow / barrette featuring a colorful floral
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Mid-20th Century Native American Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Leather, Beads

Art Deco Mirror And Hair Brush Set, Geometric Enamel Design, English, c1930
Located in Devon, England
Fabulous Art Deco antique enamelled chrome metal two piece dressing table set with a jazzy Art Deco design in pea green and black. The set consists of a hand mirror and hairbrush . T...
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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Chrome

Rebajes Sterling Silver Ubangi Brooch, Master Modernist Jewelry Artisan
By Francisco Rebajes
Located in Buffalo, NY
earrings curled hair and characteristic oxidized areas bringing out contrast and depth in this design
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Silver

1970s Silver Butterfly Hair Clip
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Super fun 1970s butterfly hair clip! This hair clip is in a gorgeous sterling silver complimented
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1970s Hair Jewelry Vintage

1970s Silver Butterfly Hair Clip
1970s Silver Butterfly Hair Clip
H 1.5 in W 2.5 in L 1.5 in
Countess Cis Rare Hair Combs
By Countess Cis Zoltowska
Located in New York, NY
Rare Countess Cis gilt metal crystal and pearl , hair ornaments. 6", 2 x 1.25"
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1950s French Hair Jewelry Vintage

18KY French Vintage Pearl and Ruby Woman Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A captivating and unique piece of vintage jewelry: an 18-karat yellow gold French vintage woman
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1980s European Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mabe Pearl Fancy Yellow Diamond Ruby Sapphire and Emerald Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive vintage gemstone brooch has been crafted in 18k
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1950s Unknown Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Two Platinum Brooches Sapphires Diamonds, 1930
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
to wear this pair. On one side both or different sides and levels, even upside down or as hair
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1930s Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Sequin Swarovski Butterfly
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
motif in many designs including hair pieces, accessories and clothes. Hand sequined, likely by Lesage
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1980s French Artisan Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Silver Plate

1941 ChanelRelevant American Reinad ArtDecoStyle Silver PolkaDot LargeBow Brooch
By Reinad
Located in Chicago, IL
clothing designs while she remained in Europe during the WWII era, the decades-old American costume-jewelry
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1940s American Art Deco Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Rhodium, Silver, Base Metal

Chevalier 18 Karat Rose Gold Ribbon Retro Double Clip Flower Brooch
Located in Bilbao, ES
hair ornament READY TO SHIP *Shipment of this piece is not affected by COVID-19. Orders welcome
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Retro Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Platinum 18 Karat Gold Foliate Brooch with Rubies and Diamonds 2.40 Inch
Located in New York, NY
elevate any outfit. Whether worn on a lapel, scarf, or even as a hair ornament, it's sure to catch the eye
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Italian 18K Yellow Gold Portrait Brooch/Pendant
Located in Palm Beach, FL
, and a diamond hair pin, wearing a large hat. This lovely portrait is framed by an 18K yellow gold and
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Mid-20th Century Italian Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian 18K Yellow Gold Portrait Brooch/Pendant
Italian 18K Yellow Gold Portrait Brooch/Pendant
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W 1.38 in L 1.63 in
Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Ballerina Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
'ballerina' brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and
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1990s British Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Ballerina Brooch
Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Ballerina Brooch
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H 0.24 in W 2.01 in L 3.15 in
Castellani Agate Cameo 15kt Gold Stick Pin
By Castellani
Located in New York, NY
curly hair wearing a head band. The cameo is bezel set and weighs 4.3 grams and measures 20mm diameter
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1990s English Etruscan Revival Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Agate, Gold, 15k Gold

Mother of Pearl Cameo, Gold Pendant Brooch, Germany, circa 1930
Located in Heerlen, NL
- 14K. yellow gold brooch / pendant with a shell cameo "Madonna with flower hair" - Dimensions: 52
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1930s German Greek Revival Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Gold, 10k Gold

Mother of Pearl Cameo, Gold Pendant Brooch, Germany, circa 1930
Mother of Pearl Cameo, Gold Pendant Brooch, Germany, circa 1930
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W 2.05 in D 0.24 in L 1.74 in
Carved coral lady Buddha brooch/pendant with 14k gold and diamond collar
Located in London, GB
This beautiful carved coral lady Buddha brooch has a delicately carved hair bun adorned with pearls
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1950s European Contemporary Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold

Italian Art Deco 1930s Silver & Shell Birth of Venus Brooch
Located in New York, NY
of Venus in silver. The styling of the hair and figure are typical of 1930s Art Deco design. The
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1930s Italian Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Silver

Italian Art Deco 1930s Silver & Shell Birth of Venus Brooch
Italian Art Deco 1930s Silver & Shell Birth of Venus Brooch
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W 2.38 in D 0.5 in L 2.63 in
Vintage Art Deco Diamond and Emerald Cabochon platinum Brooch
Located in Houston, TX
in your hair. Measurements: 1.75" in length by 1.25" in width Condition: Excellent. No visible signs
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Art Deco 2.50ct Diamond and Ruby Brooch, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
the hair piece of the lady, and down the leg of the lord. These rubies total 0.20 carat and enhance
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1930s Art Deco Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Antique Art Deco Dress Clip Female Painter Artist With Palette And Brushes
Located in Munich, Bavaria
dress and a large ribbon tied to a bow around her neck. The artists flamboyant hair and her ribbon are
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1930s Art Deco Hair Jewelry Vintage

Rutilated Quartz Brooch with Diamonds in 18 Karat Red & White Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
Playful and charming, this owl brooch is a fun piece of jewelry for a versatile collection. This
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Late 20th Century Swiss Artist Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

18K Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch/ Pendant
Located in Guaynabo, PR
of a woman bust. The woman has a wavy hair.She is wearing earrings. Her neck is adorned by a necklace
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20th Century Unknown Victorian Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch/ Pendant
18K Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch/ Pendant
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H 1.75 in Dm 1.1 in
Fred Paris puppy brooch
By Fred Paris
Located in London, GB
This charming Fred Paris 18 carat gold puppy brooch is a delightful piece. The blue bow in its hair
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1960s French Modern Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold

Fred Paris puppy brooch
Fred Paris puppy brooch
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W 1.58 in L 1.58 in
Antique 4.32 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Double Clip Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
set double clip brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and
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1930s Unknown Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 4.32 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Double Clip Brooch
Antique 4.32 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Double Clip Brooch
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H 0.59 in W 2.51 in L 3.97 in
14 Karat Gold Diamond & Akoya Pearl Floral Brooch
Located in Brisbane, QLD
, or even pinned into the hair for a formal event. Marked - unmarked however tests as 14 karat white
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20th Century Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 4.95 Carat Diamond and Platinum Brooch, 1940s
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
/headpiece/fascinator. This versatile example of Art Deco jewelry can be worn as a hair adornment. The
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1940s Unknown Art Deco Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco 4.95 Carat Diamond and Platinum Brooch, 1940s
Art Deco 4.95 Carat Diamond and Platinum Brooch, 1940s
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H 0.36 in W 1.14 in L 1.53 in
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Monkey On A Pearl And Emerald Eyes Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
of the monkey is meticulously textured to mimic hair, adding a lifelike touch to the design. With a
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20th Century American Modern Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum

14K White Gold Cameo Brooch/ Pendant
Located in Guaynabo, PR
with a relief of a woman bust. The woman has a wavy hair adorned with pansy flowers. Her dress is also
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20th Century Unknown Victorian Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold Cameo Brooch/ Pendant
14K White Gold Cameo Brooch/ Pendant
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H 0.45 in W 1.3 in D 0.15 in L 1.8 in
American Artist Brass and Silver Plate Pin Brooch Fashion Figurine
Located in Atlanta, GA
embellished with crystal rhinestones. The fashionista figurine has curly silverplate hair, her long dress is
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1980s American Modernist Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass

Art Deco 10.95 Carat Diamond Duette Double Clip Brooch in Platinum
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive antique
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Pair of Coro Art Deco Enamel Lady Clips
By Coro
Located in New York, NY
with enameled flower accents and pave stones in hair. 2" x 2". 1930's USA.
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1930s American Art Deco Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Base Metal, Enamel

Pair of Coro Art Deco Enamel Lady Clips
Pair of Coro Art Deco Enamel Lady Clips
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W 2 in L 2 in
Vintage Polcini Freeform Rhinestone Pave Brooch, circa 1960s
By Polcini
Located in New York, NY
silk cord which I will send you if you ask. Brooches also look amazing in the hair. A pony tail, updo
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1960s American Modern Hair Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Silver Plate, Mixed Metal

Vintage Polcini Freeform Rhinestone Pave Brooch, circa 1960s
Vintage Polcini Freeform Rhinestone Pave Brooch, circa 1960s
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H 3 in W 1.4 in D 0.1 in Dm 1.4 in L 3 in
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Hair Jewelry Vintage For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate hair jewelry vintage for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. Finding the perfect hair jewelry vintage may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 20th Century. Finding an appealing hair jewelry vintage — no matter the origin — is easy, but Van Cleef & Arpels, Gianni Versace and Cartier each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A hair jewelry vintage can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 26 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also bead cut and brilliant cut cut versions available here, too. Finding a hair jewelry vintage for sale for women should be easy, but there are 49 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Hair Jewelry Vintage?

The price for a hair jewelry vintage starts at $75 and tops out at $75,000 with these more-jewelry-watches, on average, selling for $885.
Questions About Hair Jewelry Vintage
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To use vintage hair combs, turn the comb upside-down so that the teeth point upward. Sweep back the section of hair that you wish to pin using a comb. Then, hold your hair in place with one hand and guide the teeth of the comb into the section. On 1stDibs, find a selection of vintage hair combs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    Yes, some vintage jewelry has markings. Makers may have stamped pieces with hallmarks to represent the types of metals used in them and/or to signify that they came from certain brands. However, not all vintage jewelry is marked. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of vintage jewelry from some of the world's top dealers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    To tell if jewelry is vintage, first look for hallmarks that may indicate the maker. Then, consult trusted online resources to research the markings and find out when the jewelry house produced pieces that are similar to yours. Anything made at least 20 to 80 years ago is vintage. Because there are many contemporary pieces inspired by vintage designs, you may want to consider taking your jewelry to a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer who can inspect and date it. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of vintage jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Jewelry that is 20 to 80 years old is considered vintage. Pieces that are 100 years old or older are antiques. Vintage jewelry includes rings, earrings, necklaces, bracelets, brooches and even hair accessories like combs. Shop a range of vintage jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 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 21, 2023
    The way to tell if vintage jewelry is real depends first on determining what you mean by "real." If you want to know if a piece is actually made by a particular brand or is a reproduction, you can consult trusted online resources to see what hallmarks and other details are present on genuine pieces. Then, you can examine your jewelry using these criteria. You can also find tests to determine whether precious metals and gemstones are real or not. However, use caution, as some tests can damage jewelry. A simple way to tell if vintage jewelry is an authentic example of a particular maker's work or made of real materials is to take the piece to an experienced appraiser or dealer. Find a large selection of vintage jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    Many people would argue that vintage jewelry isn't making a comeback because it has never faded in popularity. Although what's considered vintage changes from decade to decade, the demand for jewelry that is between 20 and 99 years old generally remains high. There are collectors who look for pieces featuring specific materials or that were made by certain brands, and many men and women find vintage jewelry appealing because it is unique and has history. Shop a variety of vintage jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    To tell if jewelry is vintage or antique, first look for any hallmarks that signify its maker. You can use trusted online resources to research when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours to roughly estimate its age. Jewelry is vintage if it's between 20 and 99 years old, and antique if it is 100 years old or more. If you're unable to locate a maker's hallmark, becoming familiar with the materials and other characteristics used during different eras of jewelry can help you date your piece. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage and antique jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Yes, nearly all vintage Tiffany jewelry is stamped. However, the stamp on older pieces may not include the maker's name. You should still find a hallmark that represents the metal’s purity. Examples include 925, AG925 or STER for sterling silver. Find a variety of Tiffany & Co. jewelry from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    Yes, vintage Tiffany jewelry may be worth something. Due to the popularity of the American jewelry maker and the quality of the pieces that Tiffany & Co. produces, accessories often hold or appreciate in value over the years. The house is celebrated for its range of partnerships with the likes of Elsa Peretti, Jean Schlumberger and others, which can also contribute to how collectible a given bracelet or necklace might be. However, the style, type and condition of the jewelry will impact how valuable it is. A certified appraiser or experienced dealer can let you know how much a specific piece is worth. Find a diverse assortment of vintage Tiffany & Co. jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    To find out how much your vintage jewelry is worth, you can conduct online research using trusted sources. By seeing what similar pieces have sold for in the past, you can estimate the value of your jewelry. For a more precise valuation, enlist the services of an appraiser or knowledgeable vintage jewelry specialist. Find a wide range of vintage jewelry on 1stDibs.