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Antique brooch/pendant. 18k gold with a shell cameo made 1919 in Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
This 18 karat gold brooch/pendant is adorned with a shell cameo which features stunning details
Category

Vintage 1910s Swedish Brooches

Materials

18k Gold

Shell cameo Dangle Earring With Diamonds Made In 18k Rose Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"18KT:12.727g, Diamond:1.82ct, Shell Cameo:15.60ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Shell Cameo Dangle Earrings With Diamonds Made in 18K Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"18KT:14.533g, Diamond:12.97ct, SHELL CAMEO:32.36ct, Size: 68X33"
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dangle Earring with Shell Cameo & Pearl with Pave Diamonds Made in Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"18kt gold:2.05gms, Diamond:1.64cts, Silver:7.242gms Pearl:9.1Cts, Shell Cameos:18.45Cts" Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver, Gold

Rusty Object Pearls Necklace in 18Kt Yellow Gold with Operculla Cat's Eye Shell
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
An exceptional and unique necklace made of round founded rusty object, chocolate pearl, operculla
Category

2010s Greek Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cat’s Eye, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Carved Shell Cameo Matinee Necklace with Diamonds Made in 18k Rose Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"18K:9.13g, Diamond:0.99ct, SHELL CAMEO:6.25ct Size: 508 MM"
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Shell Cameo Choker Necklace With Ruby & Diamonds Made In 18k Rose Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18kt:9.30g, Diamond:0.21Ct, Ruby:0.02Ct, Shell Cameo:23.45Ct Size: 457 MM"
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Shell Cameo Earrings with Sapphire & Pave Diamonds Made in 18k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style with our stunning Shell Cameo Earrings, expertly crafted from 18k Gold & Silver
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

Carved Shell Cameo Pendant With Emerald & Pave Diamonds Made in Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"18Kt Gold:0.81g, Diamond:2.55Ct, Silver:12.89g, Emerald:1.2Ct,, Shell Cameo:14.1Ct" Size:78X34 MM
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver, Gold

12.60 ct Shell Cameo pendant Necklace With Diamonds Made In 18k Rose Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18k:8.13g,D:0.53Ct Shell Cameo:12.60Ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

32.90 ct Carved Shell Cameo Dangle Earrings With Diamonds Made In 18k Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18K:14.97g,D:2.14ct, ,,SHELL CAMEOS:32.90
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Carved Shell Cameo Necklace With Multi Colored Diamonds Made In 18k Rose Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"18K:17.84g, Diamond:2.3ct, Shell Cameo:25.35ct Size: 559 MM"
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Trianon Shell Gold Brooch with Turquoise
By Trianon
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking shell brooch by Trianon, made of 14k gold, features cabochon turquoise. Designed as a
Category

Vintage 1980s Brooches

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold

Trianon Shell Gold Brooch with Turquoise
Trianon Shell Gold Brooch with Turquoise
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W 1.13 in L 2.75 in
Carved Bovine Shaped Shell Cameo Round Ring with Pave Diamonds Made in 18k Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"18KT:5.450g, Diamond:0.40ct, SHELL CAMEOS:8.55ct, Size: US-7"
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Shell Cameo Cocktail Ring with Carved Face & Pave Diamonds Made in 18k Rose Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"18KT:8.709g, Diamond:0.67ct, SHELL CAMEOS:6.73ct, Size: US-7"
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Shell Cameo Pirate Skull Earrings With Pave Diamonds Skull Made In 18k Rose Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:18.108g, Diamond:1.64ct, Shell cameo:34.44ct, Size: 60X29"
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Carved Shell Shaped Earrings Made in 14k Yellow Gold with Diamonds on the Edge
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our beautiful Carved Shell Shaped Earrings, handcrafted from 14k yellow gold and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carved Cameo Shell Ring with Pave Diamond on the Edge Made in 18k Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT Gold:5.450g, Diamond:0.40ct, Shell Cameo:8.55ct,. US-7
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

1903 Tortoiseshell Jewellery Box with Silver Edges
By Grey & Co., Chester
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Beautiful Tortoiseshell jewellery boxes with silver Edges and curved silver cable legs The
Category

Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Silver

Carved Shell Cameo with Studded Diamond in Flower Shape Made in 18k Rose Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:13.716g, Diamond:8.57ct, Shel:42.75ct,
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Nouveau Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Body Ornament Made of Himalayan Shells Secured to a Brass Buckle
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique body ornament from India, Nepal or Tibet, made of strands of old Himalayan shells
Category

Antique 19th Century Asian Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Brass

Tahitian Shell with Lavender Pearl Necklace
By Aracheli Studio
Located in Monrovia, CA
This necklace is composed of lavender oval pearls with artisan made hearts made from black Tahitian
Category

2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Base Metal, Brass

Diamond Blue Enamel Cowrie Shell Bracelet 10 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
Located in IN
..................... We can adjust most items to fit your sizing preferences. Most items can be made to any size and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Dior Silver Plated Shell Brooch with Orange Resin
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior(Made in France) Silver plated brooch with orange resin representing a shell. Additional
Category

1990s French Brooches

Victorian gold bracelet with shell cameo. England 1860.
Located in Milan, IT
Victorian era bracelet with shell cameo. The bracelet is made with a band of woven 12K gold wire
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

1.9 Carat Diamond Yellow Enamel Cowrie Shell Bracelet 10 Kt White Gold Jewelry
Located in IN
..................... We can adjust most items to fit your sizing preferences. Most items can be made to any size and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

1.8 Carat Diamond Green Enamel Cowrie Shell Bracelet 10 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in IN
can adjust most items to fit your sizing preferences. Most items can be made to any size and length
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

1.8 Carat Diamond Red Enamel Cowrie Shell Bracelet 10 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in IN
..................... We can adjust most items to fit your sizing preferences. Most items can be made to any size and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Tahitian Heart Shells with Golden Pearl Necklace
By Aracheli Studio
Located in Monrovia, CA
This necklace is composed of lavender oval pearls with artisan made hearts made from black Tahitian
Category

2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Base Metal, Brass

Custom Made Shell Necklace by Famous Moroccan Jeweler Chez Faouzi of Marrakech
By Chez Faouzi
Located in Atlanta, GA
A custom made necklace by Famous Moroccan jeweler Chez Faouzi of Marrakech. Necklace is made of
Category

Early 20th Century Moroccan Tribal Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Chanel Shell Earrings with Bakelite, 2003
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Silvery and golden metal clip-on earrings with Bakelite representing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Clip-on Earrings

Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant with Oval Gold Tone Frame
Located in Sugar Land, TX
Vintage Shell Cameo Brooch/Pin Pendant with Oval Gold Tone Frame and Carved Shell Victorian Woman
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Brooches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Caribbean Shells with White Topaz Paradizia Necklace
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
summer flair. An uncommon mix of beautifully lacquered Caribbean Ark shells with large, elegant and rare
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

Amethyst Ring with Enamel Flower Blossoms & Shell Design
Located in Danvers, MA
cut. Black enamel accents adorn the tiny flower blossoms encircling the gem, with elegant shell
Category

20th Century British Victorian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Enamel

Seaman Schepps Turbo Shell Earrings with Amethyst
By Patricia Schepps Vaill for Seaman Schepps
Located in Darnestown, MD
These classic Seaman Schepps turbo shell earrings have richly colored amethyst terminals. The
Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold

Seaman Schepps Turbo Shell Earrings with Amethyst
Seaman Schepps Turbo Shell Earrings with Amethyst
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H 1 in W 1.25 in L 1.13 in
18K Rose Gold Turtle Woven Bracelet with Rubies & Diamonds
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
CT 18K Rose Gold - 2.10 GM This exquisite braided bracelet features a stunning turtle made of rubies
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Ruby

14 K Gold Earrings with Genuine Emeralds, Emerald Stud Earrrings
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Natural emerald stud earrings with carved shell flowers. 14k solid gold earrings with emeralds. May
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold

18K Rose Gold Shell Slice with Diamond Chain Necklace
Located in Central, HK
A beautiful oval shell slice with double-sided oval shape with pave diamonds setting long necklace
Category

2010s Hong Kong Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

19th Century Gentilhomme Shell Cameo
Located in Poitiers, FR
Antique cameo on shell. Slightly curved He represents a gentleman, face and bust engraved with
Category

Antique 1850s French Napoleon III Brooches

Antique Victorian Shell Cameo Brooch
Located in Chesterland, OH
Victorian Cameo Brooch. Fabulous carved Victorian brooch made around the late 1800s. It depicts a
Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Brooches

Antique Victorian Shell Cameo Brooch
Antique Victorian Shell Cameo Brooch
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W 1.54 in L 1.82 in
Antique Victorian 15ct Gold Carved Shell Cameo with Figural Lady Head - c.1890
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this beautiful 15ct gold Victorian shell cameo made c.1890. The cameo
Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Gold

Silver & Conus Shell Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Custom Made Necklace by Famous Moroccan Jeweler Chez Faouzi of Marrakech. Necklace is made of
Category

Mid-20th Century Moroccan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Silver & Conus Shell Necklace
Silver & Conus Shell Necklace
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L 35 in
14 Karat Yellow Gold Choker Necklace with Pearls and Shell Cameo
Located in Arnhem, NL
. The choker features a pendant made of a shell cameo with a female head. The pendant features a small
Category

Mid-20th Century European Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Yellow Gold

Shell Earrings Set in 18 Karat Gold with Diamonds
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A Beautiful and Gorgeous Shell earrings made in 18k gold with diamonds . Diamond weight in the
Category

2010s Indian Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Shell Earrings Set in 18 Karat Gold with Diamonds
Shell Earrings Set in 18 Karat Gold with Diamonds
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W 0.6 in D 0.2 in L 0.99 in
Native American Sterling Silver Zuni Shell Coral Cardinal Pendant with Necklace
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning Pendant depicting a Cardinal Large in scale made up of Shell with inlaid Coral and Abalone
Category

Vintage 1980s American Native American Drop Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Bulbous Shell Earrings
By Thomas Kurilla
Located in New York, NY
Sterling Silver Bulbous Shell Earrings, The Ocean Series , This shell was fun to modify into a few
Category

2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

10k Gold

MWLC Purple Scallop Shell Pendant
By Mark Walsh Leslie Chin
Located in New York, NY
MWLC Purple Lion Paw Scallop Shell pendant necklace from MWLC. The natural shell decorated with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Artisan Drop Necklaces

Materials

Brass, Gilt Metal

Sterling Silver Bulbous Shell Earrings
By Thomas Kurilla
Located in New York, NY
Sterling Silver Bulbous Shell Earrings, The Ocean Series , Ear style #2 . Just in time for the
Category

2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rose Gold Natural Shell Pearls Cufflinks and Buttons
By AVGVSTA
Located in Milano, IT
These striking cufflinks feature a matching front face and toggle made both of a Red Nerita shell
Category

2010s Italian Cufflinks

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

Industrial Scallop Shell Necklace, MWLC
By Mark Walsh Leslie Chin
Located in New York, NY
beads. Made in the Paris studios of Mark Walsh Leslie Chin. New. 19" Length, 2.5" x 2.5" Shell, 15 mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Drop Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Industrial Scallop Shell Necklace, MWLC
By Mark Walsh Leslie Chin
Located in New York, NY
MWLC Industrial mount shell necklace in silvertoned bronze with signature screw detailing mounted
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Drop Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Shell Diamond Blackened Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Unusual cocktail ring that is definitely a conversational piece. Made of a shell and 18 karat
Category

1990s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Oscar Heyman 18 Karat Gold Shell Cufflink Pair
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman 18k gold cufflinks in a shell motif. completed by hand engraving They are stamped with
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Gold

Sterling Silver Polka Dot Shell Earrings
By Thomas Kurilla
Located in New York, NY
Sterling Silver Dot Shell Earrings, The Ocean Series , In time for the Summer beach nights. With
Category

2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Necklace Shells Jet Coral Turquoise Lapis
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Asymmetrical necklace Shells Jet Coral Turquoise and Lapis , you can ware it in 2 different way
Category

2010s Italian Artisan More Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise

Trianon Coral and Carved Shell Butterfly Clip Brooch
By Trianon
Located in New York, NY
This contemporary Trianon butterfly brooch is composed of shell, coral and 18K Gold. It is designed
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Brooches

Materials

Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Cameo Shell Brooch Greek Young Lady
Located in Chesterland, OH
beautiful portrait of a young Greek lady is expertly carved into the shell with exceptional detail and
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pinchbeck

Skull Cameo Earrings With Diamonds Made in 18k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Spooky but gorgeous looking skull shell cameo Earrings with full and rose cut diamonds around. 18K
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Antique Shell Cameo Brooch Young Lady, late 1800s
Located in Chesterland, OH
Victorian Cameo Brooch. Fabulous carved Victorian brooch made around the late 1800s. It depicts a
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver

Vintage Art Deco Shell Cameo Brooch Young Lady
Located in Chesterland, OH
Art Deco Cameo Brooch. Fabulously carved cameo brooch made at the beginning of the 20th century
Category

Early 20th Century European Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Marcasite, Silver

Vintage Art Deco Shell Cameo Brooch Young Lady
Vintage Art Deco Shell Cameo Brooch Young Lady
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W 1.42 in L 1.8 in
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Jewelry Made With Shells For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of jewelry made with shells. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and rose gold. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 20th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Art Deco and Art Nouveau are consistently popular styles when it comes to jewelry made with shells. A selection of mixed cut, round cut and rose cut can be found today on these pages.

How Much are Jewelry Made With Shells?

Prices for jewelry made with shells start at $472 and top out at $7,088 with these earrings, on average, selling for $1,850.
Questions About Jewelry Made With Shells
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Wedgwood jewelry is made of unglazed vitreous stoneware called jasperware. Settings are marcasite, steel, gold or silver, depending on the piece. Shop an assortment of Wedgwood jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Kabana jewelry is made from responsibly sourced, and 100 percent organic, stones and gems. Pieces come in 14 or 18-karat yellow, white and rose gold. All Kabana gemstones are hand-sculpted to fit perfectly in their settings. Shop a variety of Kabana jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Most damascene jewelry is made in Spain or Japan but no one knows exactly where the first damascene originated. The term comes from the finished product’s resemblance to fine tapestry or damask silk. You’ll find a variety of damascene jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Where Gurhan jewelry is made varies. Up until 1997, Gurhan produced its full collection of jewelry in Istanbul, Turkey. Gurhan then established a second workshop in New York City, so later pieces may originate from either Turkey or the U.S. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Gurhan jewelry from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    What Goldette jewelry is made of varies from piece to piece. Much of the jewelry is a gold or silver-toned alloy produced by combining different metals together. Goldette was also well known for its Russian gold, a gold-toned metal alloy with an antiqued or aged appearance. Semi-precious gemstones and shells adorn some pieces. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Goldette jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Jet jewelry is made of lignite, a form of coal. It is a mineraloid rather than a mineral and has a matte black appearance. Jet was commonly used for jewelry and buttons, some examples dating back as far as the Bronze Age, until the availability of colored plastic made it lose popularity in the early 20th century. Shop a range of jet jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Suffragette jewelry was made from the turn of the 20th century until the start of WWI in 1914. Women in the UK fighting for the right to vote wore the Arts and Crafts-style pieces to show their support for the cause. Find a range of suffragette jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Kabana jewelry is made exclusively in New Mexico, USA. Founded in 1975 by inlay master Stavros Eleftheriou, Kabana’s signature look includes meticulously sculpted gemstones inlaid into channels to form a dome. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Kabana jewelry from top sellers worldwide.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Each piece of Tagliamonte jewelry is hand-crafted in Italy. This selective craftsmanship is just one of the reasons why Tagliamonte’s designs are prized by collectors all over the world. On 1stDibs, you’ll find genuine Tagliamonte jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What Monet jewelry is made out of varies from piece to piece. The brand specializes in costume jewelry and often uses silver-tone and gold-tone metals rather than precious metals. However, some pieces do feature genuine sterling silver plating. Gemstones are usually glass, crystal or acrylic. You'll find a variety of vintage Monet jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    Emmons jewelry was made from 1949 to 1981. Charles H. Stuart founded the company in Newark, New Jersey, in 1949. Earrings, pins, pendants and other pieces made by the brand usually feature stamps that say EmJ, Emmons or Ce. On 1stDibs, find a selection of vintage jewelry from some of the world's top dealers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    What Napier jewelry is made of varies. Many of the American jewelry maker's pieces are sterling silver or base metal plated with gold. A small number of Napier earrings, necklaces, bracelets and brooches are solid 14- or 18-karat gold. Explore a diverse assortment of Napier jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Enamel jewelry is made out of glass and precious metal. The type of glass used to produce enamel jewelry is usually a mix of quartz sand, iron oxide, potassium oxide and borax. Artisans apply this molten mixture to precious metal and then fire it at extremely high temperatures to produce a sleek, hard enamel surface. Explore a wide variety of enamel jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    Cartier jewelry is made of a variety of carefully selected materials. For metals, the French luxury jewelry maker typically uses platinum or 18-karat yellow, white or rose gold. With respect to the color of its diamonds, Cartier selects diamonds from classes D through H to ensure that the gemstones are colorless and have little or no fluorescence. Some pieces feature genuine leather, Akoya pearls and other fine materials. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of Cartier jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    No one knows for sure what the first piece of jewelry ever made was. Some of the earliest examples of jewelry are beads produced out of nautilus shells. These early necklaces are around 100,000 years old. Anthropologists believe that early humans also fashioned jewelry out of animal bones and teeth. Find a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    Whether Chanel jewelry is made in Italy depends on the piece. The luxury fashion house does produce some of its necklaces, earrings, bracelets, brooches and rings in workshops located in Italy. Other pieces originate in France. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of Chanel jewelry from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Micro 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Bakelite fell out of popularity during the 1940s due to supply issues during World War II. By the time the war ended, advanced plastics technology had replaced Bakelite with new materials. Shop a collection of antique Bakelite jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chanel 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, Bakelite jewelry is no longer made. However, the plastic resin still serves as components for some electronics and avionics. Production of Bakelite jewelry stopped in the 1940s due to the demand for materials for World War II. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Bakelite jewelry.