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Modern Cast Metal Stylized Rearing Horse Sculpture Marble Base Attri Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Topeka, KS
their phenomenal jewelry, metal sculptures, and collectibles. And this abstract rearing horse is a
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Late 20th Century American Modern Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Marble, Metal

Modern Geometric Mixed Metal Dimensional Wall Sculptures by C Jere Series of 4
By C. Jeré Artisan House
Located in Topeka, KS
artists working for Artisan House and well known for their phenomenal jewelry, metal sculptures, and
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Late 20th Century American Modern Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Metal, Brass, Copper, Stainless Steel

C Jere Brass Plated Bird Flock of Seagulls Wall Sculpture Signed Dated 1985
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Topeka, KS
artists working for Artisan House and well known for their phenomenal jewelry, metal sculptures, and
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1980s American Modern Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Metal, Brass

Rare Harry Bertoia Sterling Silver Brooch "Ginko Leaves" ca. 1940s
By Harry Bertoia
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
. Instead of precious metals and gems, Bertoia made jewelry that appealed through its design, craftsmanship
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Sterling Silver

Hobe Crystal and Gilt Metal Bracelet
By Hobé Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Super Fabulous Hobe Gilt Metal and Crystal Bracelet with Red, Clear and Blue Stones. Bracelet
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1960s American Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Gilt Metal

Vintage Hobe Crystal and Gilt Metal Bracelet
Hobe Crystal and Gilt Metal Bracelet
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W 1.25 in D 0.02 in L 7 in
Dior Jewelry Belt in Golden Metal and Rhinestones
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - (Made in Germany) Articulated jewelry belt in golden metal and rhinestones. Additional
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1980s German Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Gilt Metal

Vintage Dior Jewelry Belt in Golden Metal and Rhinestones
Dior Jewelry Belt in Golden Metal and Rhinestones
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W 1.19 in L 38.59 in
Vintage Schiaparelli Fish Signed Costume Jewellery Swarowsky Crystals Metal
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This lovely fish was made in the second quarter of the 20th century by Schiaparelli and is fully signed.
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1950s French Retro Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Base Metal

Chanel Golden Metal Jewelry Belt with Glass Paste
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Golden metal belt with glass paste. You can wear it as a necklace. Additional information
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1980s French Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Gilt Metal

Chanel Golden Metal Hair Jewelry, 1996
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal hair jewelry representing camellias. 1996 Fall-Winter
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1990s French Vintage Jewelry Metals

Yves Saint Laurent Golden Metal Set of Jewelry
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent - (Made in France) Golden metal set with multicolored enamel composed of a
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1980s French Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Gilt Metal

Interwar Metal Jewelry Box with Eagle
Located in Chorzów, PL
Metal casket. Very good condition. Dimensions: Height 6.5 cm, base 8 x 8 cm.
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1930s Polish Other Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Metal

Interwar Metal Jewelry Box with Eagle
Interwar Metal Jewelry Box with Eagle
H 2.56 in W 3.15 in D 3.15 in
Hobé Silver Metal Chain Link Necklace
By Hobé Jewelry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hobe silver metal connected chain link necklace, circa 1960. Measurements: Pendant is 2.5 inches
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1960s American Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Extremely RareHarry Bertoia Necklace Sterling Silver Lapis Coral ca. 1940
By Harry Bertoia
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
methods. Instead of precious metals and gems, Bertoia made jewelry that appealed through its design
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jewelry Metals

Materials

Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver

Yves Saint Laurent Golden Metal Jewelry Set with Colored Rhinestones
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent - (Made in France) Golden metal jewelry composed of a necklace, a bracelet, a
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1990s French Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Gilt Metal

Christian Lacroix Jewelry Belt in Golden Metal, 1990s
By Christian Lacroix
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Christian Lacroix - Articulated jewelry belt in golden metal ornamented with rhinestones and orange
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20th Century Vintage Jewelry Metals

1960s Italian Leather Jewelry Box with Metal Handles
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1960s Italian leather jewelry box with metal handles. No key included.
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1960s Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Metal

Comb Jewelry in Golden Metal and Glass Paste
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Golden metal and glass paste comb with floral ornaments. Work from the Gripoix Atelier. Additional
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1950s Vintage Jewelry Metals

Victorian Style Gilt Metal Octagonal Shaped Casket/Jewelry Box
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a large gilt metal octagonal shaped casket/jewelry box. Their beveled glass is framed with
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Mid-20th Century Victorian Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Metal

Signed GROSSE Gold Metal and Red Stones Brooch, Vintage Grosse Germany Jewelry
By Grosse
Located in CHAMPEAUX-SUR-SARTHE, FR
This is a GROSSE signed Brooch in gold tone metal and Red Stones, Vintage from the 1960s. Signed
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1960s German Vintage Jewelry Metals

1960s Hobe Chain-Link Brooch and Cuff Set with Metal Fringe
By Hobé Jewelry
Located in Gresham, OR
A wonderful 1960s Hobe milkglass and faux coral rhinestone cuff and brooch set: Chain link mess and chain fringe.
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1960s British Modernist Vintage Jewelry Metals

Yves Saint Laurent Jewelry Set of Short Necklace and Bracelet in Gilded Metal
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
gilded metal paved with red and orange resin cabochons. Additional information: Dimensions: Necklace
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1980s French Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Gilt Metal

Mixed Metal Bracelet, Tri Gold Bracelet, 14 Karat Rose, White, Yellow Gold
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
and put together to create a beautiful fine jewelry bracelet. The bracelet is 7 inches long. This is a
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1970s American Retro Vintage Jewelry Metals

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14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Mixed Metal

Cologne Cathedral Jewelry Trinket Box Metal, Antique German Souvenir, 1930s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Gorgeous vintage metal jewelry box. A beautiful decorative item in metal inside covered with cloth
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1930s German Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Metal

Givenchy Bracelet Bangle Gold Metal Textured Abstract Vintage 80s Jewelry
By Givenchy
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Preowned, vintage Givenchy bangle bracelet, most likely made in the 80s. Made from gold metal
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1980s French Contemporary Vintage Jewelry Metals

Art Deco Diamond Engagement Ring, Mixed Metal Old European Diamonds Wedding Band
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
Art Deco setting that is Circa 1930. The details for this beautiful ring are listed below: Metal
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1930s American Modern Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Diamond, Mixed Metal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

1950s Murano Green Opaline Jewellery Box with Gilt Metal Edging
By Simone Cendese
Located in London, GB
A 1950s Murano green opaline jewellery box by Cendese with gilt metal edging. There are other
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1950s French Modern Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Metal

Vintage Brutalist Hand Worked Metal and Abalone Jewelry Box, 1994
Located in View Park, CA
An exquisite handmade vintage Jewelry box, signed, 1994. Pearly pink art glass, mirror, mauve
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Late 20th Century American Brutalist Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Multi-gemstone, Metal

A suite of gilt metal and black suede jewellery by Henri A La Pensee, Paris.
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
An immaculate and charming black suede and gilt metal suite of jewellery, highlighted with clear
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Gilt Metal

Christian Dior Jewelry Composed of Golden Metal Necklace and Clip-on Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - Jewelry composed of golden metal necklace and clip-on earrings topped with impressive
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1990s Vintage Jewelry Metals

Chanel Golden Metal Necklace with Costume Pearls, 1980s
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Golden metal necklace with costume pearls. Jewelry from the 1980s. Additional information
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1980s French Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Gilt Metal

Butler And Wilson Gripoix Brooch Costume Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
An impressive vintage Butler and Wilson English gripoix brooch pendant in gold tone metal set with
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20th Century European Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Crystal, Gold, Base Metal

Butler And Wilson Gripoix Brooch Costume Jewelry
Butler And Wilson Gripoix Brooch Costume Jewelry
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W 3.75 in L 3.75 in
Jewelry Box
Located in Antwerp, BE
An exceptional, fine and impressive jewelry box. The surface of this box is embellished with
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Hollywood Regency Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Metal

Jewelry Box
Jewelry Box
H 4.34 in W 9.45 in D 6.3 in
Dior Golden Metal Cufflinks
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior -Golden metal cufflinks. Additional information: Dimensions: Diameter: 3 cm Condition: Very
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1990s Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Gilt Metal

Dior Golden Metal Cufflinks
Dior Golden Metal Cufflinks
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Dm 1.19 in
Chanel Golden Metal Cufflinks
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Engraved golden metal cufflinks representing an elephant. Additional information
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1980s French Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Gilt Metal

Chanel Golden Metal Cufflinks
Chanel Golden Metal Cufflinks
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Dm 0.79 in
Chanel Gilded Metal Brooch
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Gilded metal brooch Additional information: Condition: Very good
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1980s French Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Gilt Metal

Dior Golden Metal Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior -Gold metal brooch. Additional information: Dimensions: 7 W x 3.3 H cm Condition: Very good
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1990s French Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Gilt Metal

Dior Golden Metal Brooch
Dior Golden Metal Brooch
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H 1.3 in W 2.76 in
Chanel Gold Metal Brooch
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel- (Made in France) Gilded metal brooch representing the silhouette of Coco Chanel
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1980s French Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Gilt Metal

Chanel Gold Metal Brooch
Chanel Gold Metal Brooch
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H 3.55 in W 2.37 in
Dior Gilded Metal Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior (Made in Germany) Brooch comprised of several gilded metal chains. Additional information
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1980s German Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Gilt Metal

Dior Gilded Metal Brooch
Dior Gilded Metal Brooch
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W 1.19 in L 4.73 in
Augustine Gilded Metal Brooch
By Augustine Paris
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Augustine (Made in France) Gilded metal brooch representing flowers in mauve, red, and green glass
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1990s French Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Gilt Metal

Augustine Gilded Metal Brooch
Augustine Gilded Metal Brooch
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H 3.35 in W 4.53 in
Vintage Pennino Sapphire Blue and Crystal Double Ended Brooch Circa 1960s
By Pennino Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
. This is such an unusual brooch and looks like fine jewelry. Looks like something that the Queen would
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1960s American Modern Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Mixed Metal

Vintage Pennino Sapphire Blue and Crystal Double Ended Brooch Circa 1960s
Vintage Pennino Sapphire Blue and Crystal Double Ended Brooch Circa 1960s
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H 0.5 in W 0.5 in D 0.25 in Dm 2 in L 2 in
Fantastic Sultan brooch by HAR decorated with red enamel and rhinestons 1950's
By Har Jewelry
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Jewelry company NY in the 1950/1960s Dimension Height 5 cm - width 3.5 cm - depth 1.5 cm Features
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1950s American Romantic Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Crystal, Enamel, Gilt Metal

HAR rare vintage Genie Cleopatra Harem girl brooch with the fish bowl, 1960 U.S
By Har Jewelry
Located in Stuttgart, DE
metal fish inside. Her top and belt are set with clear rhinestones. The skirt features dark blue
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1950s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Gilt Metal

Citrine Multi Crystal Hobe Leaf Brooch
By Hobé Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Hobe leaf brooch of gilt plate bronze and brass metal with collet set vari shaped faceted
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1940s American Artisan Vintage Jewelry Metals

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10k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal

Citrine Multi Crystal Hobe Leaf Brooch
Citrine Multi Crystal Hobe Leaf Brooch
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D 1.38 in L 2.38 in
Schreiner Tremblant Turtle Brooch
By Schreiner Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
with wearer. Set in japanned metal. 1950's USA. Excellent condition.
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1950s American Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Gilt Metal

Jean Painlevé Rare Seahorse Jewelry Parure
Located in Southbury, CT
-themed fashion jewelry under the brand "jHp" for Jean Hippocampe Painlevé'. The artist opened at least
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1940s French Retro Vintage Jewelry Metals

Materials

Base Metal

Pennino Retro Gathered Bow Brooch
By Pennino Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Amazing Pennino Retro Gathered Bow Brooch from the 1940's. Pink gold retro fan is paired with a rhodium and pave element edged in oval cut faux emeralds and tiny ruby cabs. 3.25" x 2...
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1940s American Retro Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Rhodium, Gilt Metal

Christian Dior Gilded Metal Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Christian Dior Boutique - Gilded metal brooch paved with rhinestones. signed at the back
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1980s French Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Gilt Metal

Christian Dior Gilded Metal Brooch
Christian Dior Gilded Metal Brooch
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H 1.97 in W 4.73 in
Gripoix Antique Jewelry Set of a Brooch and Earrings
By Maison Gripoix
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Gripoix - Set composed of a brooch and earrings in golden metal and glass paste. Additional
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1950s French Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Gilt Metal

Christian Dior Golden Metal Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior -Golden metal spindle enamelled with black and silver metal paved with rhinestones
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1990s French Vintage Jewelry Metals

Materials

Gilt Metal

Christian Dior Golden Metal Brooch
Christian Dior Golden Metal Brooch
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H 3.75 in W 2.37 in
Chanel Brooch in Gilded Metal
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel -(Made in France) Brooch in gilded metal. Spring-Summer 1997 collection. Additional
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1990s French Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Gilt Metal

Chanel Brooch in Gilded Metal
Chanel Brooch in Gilded Metal
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H 2.56 in W 1.97 in
Chanel Gilded Metal Round Brooch
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel (Made in France) Gilded metal round brooch. 2CC3 Collection. Additional information
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1990s French Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Gilt Metal

Chanel Gilded Metal Round Brooch
Chanel Gilded Metal Round Brooch
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Dm 1.97 in
Pennino Retro Sterling Vermeil Cattails
By Pennino Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Pennino Retro Sterling Vermeil Cattails brooch from the 1940's. Lovely design with looping leaves and cattails set with pink pastes. Pennino specialized in large impressively scaled ...
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1940s American Retro Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Gilt Metal, Sterling Silver

Monumental Harry Bertoia Silver Necklace, Bertoia Catalogue Raisonne D.JE.49
By Harry Bertoia
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
jewelry and metals teachers Louise Green, Mary Davis and Greta Pack. After graduating in 1936 he attended
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1940s American Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Sterling Silver

Lanvin Bow-Shaped Gilded Metal Brooch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Lanvin - Gilded metal brooch. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition, the metal is
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1990s French Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Gilt Metal

Lanvin Bow-Shaped Gilded Metal Brooch
Lanvin Bow-Shaped Gilded Metal Brooch
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H 1.58 in W 1.38 in
"Gold" Shield Medallion Necklace, Costume Jewelry
Located in Stamford, CT
1960's goldtone shield medallion necklace with large tassel and three black stones. Never worn. The original Wieboldt's tag is on it. Opening of chain is 20.5"
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1960s American Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Gilt Metal

Christian Lacroix Gilded Metal Sun Brooch
By Christian Lacroix
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Christian Lacroix -(Made in France) Gilded metal brooch featuring a sun. Additional information
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1990s French Vintage Jewelry Metals

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel Brooch in Gilded Metal, 1980s
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Brooch in gilded metal, pearly cabochons, strass and glass paste
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1980s French Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Gilt Metal

Louis Feraud Brooch in Gilded Metal
By Louis Feraud
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Louis Feraud (Made in France) Brooch in gilded metal and enamel paved with rhinestones
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1990s French Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Gilt Metal

Louis Feraud Brooch in Gilded Metal
Louis Feraud Brooch in Gilded Metal
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H 2.76 in W 1.97 in
Chanel Round Brooch in Gilded Metal
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel -(Made in France) Round brooch in gilded metal, paved with glass paste cabochons and
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1980s French Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Gilt Metal

Vintage Pennino Dangling Earrings
By Pennino Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
plate, sterling, vermeil or rhodium plated base metal. Although much of their jewelry is classic in
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1960s American Modern Vintage Jewelry Metals

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Mixed Metal

Vintage Pennino Dangling Earrings
Vintage Pennino Dangling Earrings
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H 2.25 in W 1 in D 0.25 in Dm 1 in L 2.25 in
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Vintage Jewelry Metals For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of vintage jewelry metals for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gilt Metal, Base Metal and Gold. Find a collection of 12053 vintage versions or 1 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. There are many different pieces in our collection of vintage jewelry metals to choose from, but Modern and Art Deco vintage jewelry metals are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Chanel, Miriam Haskell and Yves Saint Laurent are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Browse our collection of 216 Crystal versions today to add the perfect touch to your look. A selection of round cut, bead and cabochon can be found today on these pages. Most of our vintage jewelry metals for sale are for women, but there are 1781 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Vintage Jewelry Metals?

On average, vintage jewelry metals at 1stDibs sell for $561, while they’re typically $48 on the low end and $165,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Questions About Vintage Jewelry Metals
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Gold is one of the best metals for jewelry-making since it is soft and easy to work with. Gold is frequently combined with other metals in jewelry-making such as zinc or copper — it is too soft to utilize in its unadulterated form and a gold alloy is going to be strong and durable. Shop a range of antique and vintage gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 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
    Sarah Coventry jewelry is made with a range of materials. Most pieces are prized by collectors of costume jewelry, and feature settings made of copper, brass and other inexpensive metals. Silver-tone pieces typically feature rhodium plating, while gold-tone items usually bear a thin layer of yellow gold plating. Authentic Sarah Coventry accessories are typically set with rhinestones, pearls, lucite and other materials that are often associated with fashion jewelry. Explore a selection of Sarah Coventry 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.