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Hobe Et Co. 1940 Pendant with Brooch in Sterling and 14 Karat Gold with Citrines
By Hobé Jewelry
Located in Miami, FL
Pendant with brooch designed by Hobe. Fabulous piece of costume jewelry, created by the Parisian
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Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Tubogas 18k Gold Diamond Necklace Retro French Vintage Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
world of jewelry with her costume jewelry designs. Her use of faux pearls, glass, and other non
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Vintage 1950s French Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Japanese Obi Costume Belt
Located in Fukuoka, JP
A Fine Japanese Obi Costume Belt from the Early 20th Century This fine Japanese obi costume belt
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20th Century Japanese Textiles

Materials

Silk

Japanese Obi Costume Belt
Japanese Obi Costume Belt
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H 184 in W 12.5 in D 1 in
Kenneth Jay Lane Golden Frog Brooch
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milano, IT
several pieces and recommended him to her friends. As both costume jewelry and society reporting were
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1990s Brooches

Vintage Trifari Rhinestone Equestrian Riding Helmet & Polo Mallet Brooch, 1959
By Trifari
Located in Easton, PA
costume jewelry to the middle to high end market. In 1930, Alfred Philippe, an immigrant from France
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Vintage 1950s American Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Trifari Rhinestone Equestrian Riding Helmet & Polo Mallet Brooch, 1959
Vintage Trifari Rhinestone Equestrian Riding Helmet & Polo Mallet Brooch, 1959
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H 3.5 in W 0.5 in D 0.3 in Dm 0.5 in L 3.5 in
Victorian Etruscan 15 Karat Gold Blue Enamel Pearl Star Motif Locket Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
was extremely popular. It reminded the jewelry wearer that there is always a need to have direction in
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 15k Gold, Enamel

Pietra Dura 18 Karat Gold Flower Bouquet Mosaic Victorian Oval Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
diamond brooches, also costume jewellery: Chanel, Christian Dior, Christian Lacroix, David Webb and etc
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Brooches

Materials

Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Essex Crystal Dog Miniature Bar Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
diamond brooches, also costume jewellery: Chanel, Christian Dior, Christian Lacroix, David Webb and etc
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Early 20th Century British Late Victorian Brooches

Materials

Crystal, 18k Gold

Very large coloured paste cabuchon 'dandelion' brooch, CIS, France, 1960s
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
hugely popular and she designed both couture and more affordable costume jewellery for sale in shops in
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Vintage 1960s French Brooches

Materials

Base Metal

Michal Golan Brooch Pendant and Bracelet Gemstone Gold-plated Set
Located in Miami Beach, FL
. Combining geometry, beauty of nature, fantasy and high craftsmanship, jewelry is deservedly popular with
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Late 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold Plate

Antique 19th Century 14K Gold Cannetille Tassel Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
sheets. Jewelry with cannetille was very popular in the 1900's. Motifs included tendrils, scrolls, coils
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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Brooches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

CoutureChanel Antique Byzantine ThePurpleHeart PearlAmethystQuartz GoldMedallion
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
, textures and colors. Later in the 1930s, the first costume-jewelry lines that Chanel developed beyond her
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Vintage 1930s French Byzantine Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Quartz, Gold, Gilt Metal, Yellow Gold

Antique 19th Century 14K Gold Cannetille Tassel Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
sheets. Jewelry with cannetille was very popular in the 1900's, particularly in the 1820's and 1830's
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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Brooches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

LOUIS ROUSSELET, Magnificent large old BROOCH, vintage from the 50s
By Louis Rousselet
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
and pearl glass beads. Coco Chanel, who then wanted to promote costume jewellery, became one of the
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Vintage 1950s French Brooches

Henry Schreiner 1930s ProngSetCrystal FloraSpray TeardropFrame GiltBrass Brooch
By Henry Schreiner
Located in Chicago, IL
Townsend, titled Schreiner: Masters of Twentieth-Century Costume Jewelry.
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Vintage 1930s American Artist Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Brass, Yellow Gold, Gilt Metal

Louis ROUSSELET, Brooch in glass beads, FRANCE 1940, vintage
By Louis Rousselet
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
promote costume jewellery, became one of the house's first clients. Then Dior, Lanvin, Schiaparelli
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Other

Louis ROUSSELET, Brooch in glass beads, FRANCE 1940, vintage
Louis ROUSSELET, Brooch in glass beads, FRANCE 1940, vintage
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H 3.15 in W 2.17 in D 0.79 in
Madeleine RIVIÈRE by the workshop of Louis ROUSSELET, old brooch, vintage 30s
By Louis Rousselet
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
costume jewellery, became one of the house's first clients. Then Dior, Lanvin, Schiaparelli, Jacques Fath
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Brooches

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Other

Kenneth Jay Lane White Rhinestone Necklace
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milano, IT
to her friends. As both costume jewelry and society reporting were popular at the time, press reports
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1990s Choker Necklaces

Kenneth Jay Lane Monkey Gold Ring Kenneth Jay Lane Monkey Gold Ring Kenneth Jay
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milano, IT
recommended him to her friends. As both costume jewelry and society reporting were popular at the time, press
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1990s Fashion Rings

Kenneth Jay Lane Palm Beach Earrings
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milano, IT
both costume jewelry and society reporting were popular at the time, press reports of this incident
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1990s Dangle Earrings

Kenneth Jay Lane Red Bell Pepper Necklace
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milano, IT
bought several pieces and recommended him to her friends. As both costume jewelry and society reporting
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1990s North American Drop Necklaces

Kenneth Jay Lane Snake Bracelet
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milano, IT
, Duchess of Windsor, who bought several pieces and recommended him to her friends. As both costume jewelry
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1990s Bangles

Kenneth Jay Lane Snake Bracelet
Kenneth Jay Lane Snake Bracelet
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H 0.99 in Dm 2.37 in
Kenneth Jay Lane Gold Large Rigid Band Bracelet With Rhinestones
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milano, IT
recommended him to her friends. As both costume jewelry and society reporting were popular at the time, press
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1990s Bangles

Kenneth Jay Lane Elephant Bracelet With Polychrome Rhinestones
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milano, IT
both costume jewelry and society reporting were popular at the time, press reports of this incident
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1990s Bangles

Kenneth Jay Lane Black Large Rigid Band Bracelet With Stones
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milano, IT
to her friends. As both costume jewelry and society reporting were popular at the time, press reports
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1990s Clamper Bracelets

Vintage Signed Crown Trifari Rhodium Plate Navy Lucite Size 6 1/2 Ring
By Trifari
Located in Easton, PA
American jewelry company founded in 1925 which sold costume jewelry to the middle to high end market. In
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Vintage 1970s American Modernist Cocktail Rings

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Gold Plate

Vintage Signed Crown Trifari Goldtone Necklace with Detachable Brooch Pendant
By Trifari
Located in Easton, PA
company founded in 1925 which sold costume jewelry to the middle to high end market. In 1930, Alfred
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Signed Crown Trifari Goldtone Necklace with Detachable Brooch Pendant
Vintage Signed Crown Trifari Goldtone Necklace with Detachable Brooch Pendant
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H 10 in W 3.38 in D 0.5 in Dm 3.38 in L 10 in
Vintage Signed Crown Trifari Goldtone Spiral Pendant Necklace, 1974 Ad Piece
By Trifari
Located in Easton, PA
costume jewelry to the middle to high end market. In 1930, Alfred Philippe, an immigrant from France
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Vintage 1970s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Signed Crown Trifari Goldtone Spiral Pendant Necklace, 1974 Ad Piece
Vintage Signed Crown Trifari Goldtone Spiral Pendant Necklace, 1974 Ad Piece
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H 16.5 in W 3 in D 0.3 in Dm 3 in L 16.5 in
1970s Hand-Strung Sea Foam Ombre Lucite & Vintage Crystal Necklace
Located in Maywood, NJ
grade of plastic. Because of its versatility it became a popular choice for costume jewellery and became
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Vintage 1970s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Crystal, Base Metal

Vintage Signed Crown Trifari Asian Style White Pendant Necklace, 1972 Ad Piece
By Trifari
Located in Easton, PA
Trifari advertisement. Trifari is an American jewelry company founded in 1925 which sold costume jewelry
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Vintage 1970s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Signed Crown Trifari Asian Style White Pendant Necklace, 1972 Ad Piece
Vintage Signed Crown Trifari Asian Style White Pendant Necklace, 1972 Ad Piece
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H 17 in W 3.38 in D 0.3 in Dm 3.38 in L 17 in
Pietra Dura Victorian 18 Karat Gold Flower Bouquet Mosaic Chain Bracelet
Located in Vilnius, LT
diamond brooches, also costume jewellery: Chanel, Christian Dior, Christian Lacroix, David Webb and etc
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Late 20th Century French Victorian Chain Bracelets

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Gold, 18k Gold

MiriamHaskell c1930 Hess GoldGiltChain CappedAquaGlass ThumblessClasp Bib Choker
By Frank Hess for Miriam Haskell
Located in Chicago, IL
Depression began in the United States in 1929, to keep her popular European-style costume jewelry affordable
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Vintage 1930s American Baroque Revival Chain Necklaces

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Turquoise, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Brass, Gilt Metal

Bakelite 1930s German ArtDeco GoldRinged EmeraldBallPendants ChainLink Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
published about one of the leading manufacturers of Art Deco costume jewelry. Bengel pieces without the
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, Base Metal, Gilt Metal

Georgian Pinchbeck Chain English 41" English
Located in Southbury, CT
later clasp, so that's quite exciting. Pinchbeck jewelry was somewhat popular following its invention
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Antique 1830s English Victorian Link Necklaces

Materials

Pinchbeck

Georgian Pinchbeck Chain English 41" English
Georgian Pinchbeck Chain English 41" English
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W 0.17 in L 42 in
Couture Depose France Set PouredGlass Earrings & LampworkGlass 2Strand Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Since 1920, Parisian costume-jewelry glass-master Louis Rousselet was among a handful of paruriers
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Vintage 1920s French Artisan Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Moonstone, Topaz, Citrine, Amber, Gold, Gilt Metal, Brass, Silver

Antique Coral and Filigree 14K Gold Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
beautiful, it typically features fine gold wires or thinly hammered sheets. Jewelry with cannetille was very
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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Briolette Black Jet and Garnet 14K Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
hammered sheets. Jewelry with cannetille was very popular in the 1900's, particularly in the 1820's and
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Early 20th Century Dutch Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Other, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

MiriamHaskell 1926-1939 Hess CrystalGlassGalalithBeads GoldGilt WireCoilBracelet
By Frank Hess for Miriam Haskell
Located in Chicago, IL
finest Parisian costume-jewelry beads handmade from glass, galalith, and gilt metal by lampwork-master
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Early 20th Century American Baroque Revival Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Crystal, Brass, Gilt Metal, Yellow Gold

Early 20th Century Briolette Black Jet 14K Gold Cannetille Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
hammered sheets. Jewelry with cannetille was very popular in the 1900's, particularly in the 1820's and
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Early 20th Century Dutch Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Other, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Vogue Chocolate Crystal Torsade Necklace & Earrings 1950s
By Vogue
Located in Wilmslow, GB
costume jewellery which were hugely popular during the 1950s and 60s. Their Statement collars, sets and
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Vintage 1950s Beaded Necklaces

Angel skin Pink Coral Gold Onyx Ram's Head Necklace 1950s
Located in Wallkill, NY
clasp with a patent number. pale pink variety referred to as 'angel skin' remains among the most popular
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Trifari 1940s Philippe 4PieceParure CrystalFloraMotif GoldNecklaceEarringsBrooch
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Chicago, IL
settings to costume jewelry, which made his selection of high-quality crystals appear like some of the most
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold

Couture 1930s ElsaSchiaparelliStyle Pink FauxRubyGoldGlassBeads Tassel Sautoir
Located in Chicago, IL
-aesthetic couture clothing and handcrafted costume jewelry, which she commissioned from Parisian paruriers
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold

English Georgian 1780 Ring in 14 Kt Gold and Silver with Diamonds and Turquoise
Located in Miami, FL
resting, to the right with her left arm raised and wearing a costume and jewelry closely related to the
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Antique 1780s English Georgian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Silver, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1950s Crown Trifari Rhodium Plated White Cabochon Clear Rhinestone Clip Earrings
By Trifari
Located in Easton, PA
sold costume jewelry to the middle to high end market. In 1930, Alfred Philippe, an immigrant from
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Vintage 1950s American Post-War Clip-on Earrings

1950s Crown Trifari Rhodium Plated White Cabochon Clear Rhinestone Clip Earrings
1950s Crown Trifari Rhodium Plated White Cabochon Clear Rhinestone Clip Earrings
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H 0.3 in W 1.13 in D 0.3 in Dm 1.13 in L 1.13 in
Vintage Signed Crown Trifari Faux-Ruby & Peridot Rhinestone Clip Earrings
By Trifari
Located in Easton, PA
. Trifari is an American jewelry company founded in 1925 which sold costume jewelry to the middle to high
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Vintage 1950s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Signed Crown Trifari Faux-Ruby & Peridot Rhinestone Clip Earrings
Vintage Signed Crown Trifari Faux-Ruby & Peridot Rhinestone Clip Earrings
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H 1.13 in W 0.88 in D 0.3 in Dm 0.88 in L 1.13 in
Vintage 1960s Signed Crown Trifari Faux-Pink Peridot Rhinestone Clip Earrings
By Trifari
Located in Easton, PA
. Trifari is an American jewelry company founded in 1925 which sold costume jewelry to the middle to high
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Vintage 1960s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage 1960s Signed Crown Trifari Faux-Pink Peridot Rhinestone Clip Earrings
Vintage 1960s Signed Crown Trifari Faux-Pink Peridot Rhinestone Clip Earrings
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H 1.25 in W 0.81 in D 0.3 in Dm 0.81 in L 1.25 in
Christian Dior Vintage 1980 Large Glow Demi Dome Hoop Semi Circle Clip Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
costume jewellery designer. I am a new 1stDibs seller, hope you can support my career sincerely. And Hello
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Antique 1890s German Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage 1950s Signed Crown Trifari Faux-Black Pearl & Rhinestone Clip Earrings
By Trifari
Located in Easton, PA
founded in 1925 which sold costume jewelry to the middle to high end market. In 1930, Alfred Philippe, an
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Vintage 1950s American Clip-on Earrings

Vintage 1950s Signed Crown Trifari Faux-Black Pearl & Rhinestone Clip Earrings
Vintage 1950s Signed Crown Trifari Faux-Black Pearl & Rhinestone Clip Earrings
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H 1.38 in W 1.38 in D 0.3 in Dm 1.38 in L 1.38 in
Vintage 1970s Signed Crown Trifari Off White Lucite Flower Drop Clip Earrings
By Trifari
Located in Easton, PA
. Trifari is an American jewelry company founded in 1925 which sold costume jewelry to the middle to high
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Vintage 1970s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage 1970s Signed Crown Trifari Off White Lucite Flower Drop Clip Earrings
Vintage 1970s Signed Crown Trifari Off White Lucite Flower Drop Clip Earrings
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H 2.25 in W 1.25 in D 0.3 in Dm 1.25 in L 2.25 in
Vintage Trifari Faux-Turquoise & Clear Rhinestone Clip Earrings, 1949
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Easton, PA
sold costume jewelry to the middle to high end market. In 1930, Alfred Philippe, an immigrant from
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Vintage 1940s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Trifari Faux-Turquoise & Clear Rhinestone Clip Earrings, 1949
Vintage Trifari Faux-Turquoise & Clear Rhinestone Clip Earrings, 1949
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H 1 in W 0.75 in D 0.3 in Dm 0.75 in L 1 in
Vintage Ciner Pearl and Pavé Earrings, Signed
By Ciner
Located in McKinney, TX
, first producing fine jewelry made from precious gems and metals. The company transitioned to costume
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Valentino Earrings
By Valentino Garavani
Located in London, GB
, creating elegant, timeless jewelry popular with stylish collectors. And let's talk about the fit. With a
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clip-on Earrings

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Silver Plate

Valentino Earrings
Valentino Earrings
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Louis ROUSSELET, Old clip-on Earrings, in glass, FRANCE 1940
By Louis Rousselet
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
promote costume jewellery, became one of the house's first clients. Then Dior, Lanvin, Schiaparelli
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Vintage 1940s French Artist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Mixed Metal

Louis ROUSSELET, Old clip-on Earrings, in glass, FRANCE 1940
By Louis Rousselet
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
promote costume jewellery, became one of the house's first clients. Then Dior, Lanvin, Schiaparelli
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Vintage 1940s French Artist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Mixed Metal

Louis ROUSSELET, Old clip-on Earrings, in glass, FRANCE 1940
By Louis Rousselet
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
promote costume jewellery, became one of the house's first clients. Then Dior, Lanvin, Schiaparelli
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Vintage 1940s French Artist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Mixed Metal

Louis ROUSSELET, Old clip-on Earrings, glass paste flower, FRANCE 1960
By Louis Rousselet
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
then wanted to promote costume jewellery, became one of the house's first clients. Then Dior, Lanvin
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Vintage 1960s French Artist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Mixed Metal

Érte, "Les chatters, deuxieme version", unique gouache, hand signed
By Erté
Located in Chatsworth, CA
diverse artist who excelled in an array of fields including fashion, jewelry, graphic arts, costume and
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1950s Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Gouache

Franzosischer Walter quand l'amour meurt
By Erté
Located in Chatsworth, CA
was a vastly diverse artist who excelled in an array of fields including fashion, jewelry, graphic
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1950s Art Deco More Art

Materials

Gouache

Chanel and Her World Book by Edmonde Charles-Roux
Located in New York, NY
, costume jewelry, the exquisitely comfortable and elegant knit suit, the “little black dress,” and the now
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21st Century and Contemporary Books

Materials

Paper

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Popular Costume Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact piece of popular costume jewelry you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of gold, silver and 14k gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 240 vintage editions and 2 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect item from our selection of popular costume jewelry among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic choice in our collection of popular costume jewelry over the years, but those made by Kenneth Jay Lane, Chanel and Ciner are often thought to be among the most beautiful. An object in our assortment of popular costume jewelry of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring crystal, from our inventory of 9, is particularly popular. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also cabochon cut and bead cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an option in this array of popular costume jewelry, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Popular Costume Jewelry?

Prices for a piece of popular costume jewelry can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $39 and can go as high as $248,500, while this accessory, on average, fetches $825.
Questions About Popular Costume Jewelry
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    In the 1910s, Art Nouveau jewelry was popular. Trends of the time included long necklaces often decorated with tassels and platinum beads. Among gemstones, diamonds and sapphires were in high demand. Find a selection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    The most popular Cartier jewelry is open to debate. Because the French luxury jewelry maker has produced many iconic lines and style trends change over time, it can be difficult to state which is the most popular at any given moment. Some highly sought-after Cartier pieces include those from the Love, Trinity and Panthère de Cartier collections, as well as the Juste un Clou bracelet. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of Cartier jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Scarab jewelry was popular in Ancient Egypt from 2000 B.C. onward. Scarabs are designed after the scarab beetle and were believed to hold supernatural abilities in protection, often being worn during battle. Browse a wide selection of scarab jewelry and collectables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In the 1700s, popular jewelry types included bracelets, brooches, belt buckles, earrings, rings and necklaces. Additionally, women frequently wore hair jewelry, such as tiaras, hairpins and combs encrusted with precious gemstones. You can find a selection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Costume jewelry is very desirable on the secondhand market. There are many collectible costume jewelry brands that are quite valuable.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    During the 1800s, necklaces, earrings, brooches and hair accessories were popular jewelry pieces in styles ranging from Georgian with enamel details to Victorian with floral flourishes. The commonly used gemstones of the 19th century included diamonds, emeralds, rubies, sapphires, garnets and amethysts. Gold was the dominant metal for jewelry, but silver became sought-after during the 1880s and 1890s. Explore an assortment of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    To tell how old costume jewelry is, first look for identifying marks. You can then use trusted online resources to determine who made the piece. Once you know the maker, you can then research their designs to try and estimate the age. The best way to determine how old a piece of costume jewelry is would be to consult a knowledgeable appraiser or antique jewelry dealer for assistance with dating the accessory. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of vintage and antique 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 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
    Yes, Dior costume jewelry will tarnish over time if not properly taken care of. Be sure to avoid getting fragrances and creams on your jewelry, and clean your accessories every so often to help it last. Shop a collection of Dior jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Although costume jewelry is usually more affordable because many Chanel costume pieces have a timeless style as well as good craftsmanship, they hold their value and so can be sold at an expensive price.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 29, 2024
    You can buy Chanel costume jewelry directly from the brand’s official website as well as in its boutiques. See the site’s store locator in order to find the official Chanel boutique nearest you. You can also find Chanel products on offer at any of the luxury house’s authorized retailers as well as through resellers.

    Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel introduced her costume jewelry in the 1920s, when the economy was roaring and fine jewelry was the main mode of adornment among her clients. Fearless about giving offense, Chanel proclaimed, “I love fakes because I find such jewelry provocative, and I find it disgraceful to walk around with millions of dollars around your neck, just because you are rich.” Then, in 1932, in the midst of the Great Depression, Chanel dramatically switched gears and designed her first and only diamond jewelry collection, Bijoux de Diamants.

    Find vintage Chanel costume jewelry for sale on 1stDibs.

  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    To know what costume jewelry is worth money, one option is to conduct some online research. You can read articles on trusted websites to find out what types of pieces and makers are highly sought after. Another approach is to peruse the sold sections of reputable online platforms to get a feel for the selling prices of different types of jewelry. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of jewelry from some of the world's top dealers.