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Ming's Hawaii Longevity Cufflinks in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
: Longevity
Metal: 14K Yellow Gold
Gram Weight: 11.10 Grams.
ABOUT MING'S JEWELRY HAWAII
Wook Moon
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ming's Hawaii 3D Rose Earrings 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Gram Weight: 10.20 Grams.
ABOUT MING'S JEWELRY HAWAII
Wook Moon established Ming's in 1940, expanding
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold
Ming's Hawaii White Jade and Hawaiian Quilt Design 14 Karat Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Honolulu, HI
: Hawaiian Quilt
Width: 12 mm
lenght: 6.50 Inches
Gram Weight: 22.30 Grams.
ABOUT MING'S JEWELRY HAWAII
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Jade, 14k Gold
Ming's 14K Gold Double Baroque Pearl Cluster Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed baroque pearl ring.
In 14k yellow gold.
By the renowned Ming's Jewelry Company of
Category
20th Century American Baroque Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jade Necklace Certified Untreated by Ming's Midcentury Chic
Located in Southbury, CT
jewelry store, Ming's. Like Gump's in San Francisco, Ming's became known worldwide for their fine jade
Category
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Jade, 14k Gold
Vintage Ming's Jade Cultured Pearl Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage Ming's jade & cultured pearl cocktail ring crafted in 14 karat yellow gold
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Jade, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early Trifari Ming Dragon
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Early Trifari Ming Dragon by Alfred Phillipe. Black enamel over gold with pave studded "pearl
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
Trifari Ming Series Jade Clips
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Trifari Ming Series Faux Jade Clips from the mid 1930's. Early unsigned TKF designs with signature
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
Mings Pearl Brooch in Sterling Silver
Located in Honolulu, HI
Brooch Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: Sterling Silver
Brooch Measurements: 2" x 1.25
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Mings Hibiscus Flower Brooch in Sterling Silver
Located in Honolulu, HI
Brooch Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: Sterling Silver
Brooch Measurements: 1.75" x 2
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Mings Hawaii Hibiscus Brooch in Sterling Silver
Located in Honolulu, HI
Brooch Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: Sterling Silver
Brooch Measurements: 1.7" x 2
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Mings Pearl Branch Brooch in Sterling Silver
Located in Honolulu, HI
Brooch Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: Sterling Silver
Brooch Measurements: 2" x 1.10
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Akoya Pearl Necklace Vintage 1970s Ming's
Located in Southbury, CT
, Ming's. Composed of 89 semi-baroque gleaming Akoya pearls that average 7.5mm, the 31" length necklace is
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold
Mings Hawaii Rectangular White and Green Jade Brooch
Located in Honolulu, HI
Brooch Specifications:
Designer: Ming's Hawaii
Metal: Sterling Silver
Total Weight: 24.5 Grams
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Jade, Sterling Silver
Mings Pearl Branch Brooch in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Brooch Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Pearls: Akoya Pearls
Total
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mings Pearl Circle Brooch in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Brooch Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 11.4 Grams
Brooch
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mings Pearl Branch Brooch in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Brooch Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 8.7 Grams
Brooch
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mings Hawaii Hibiscus Flower Brooch in Sterling Silver
Located in Honolulu, HI
Brooch Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: Sterling Silver
Brooch Measurements: 1.8" x 2.3
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Mings Pearl Leaf Branch Brooch in Sterling Silver
Located in Honolulu, HI
Brooch Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: Sterling Silver
Brooch Measurements: 1.8" x 1.5
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Trifari Ming Series Turquoise Early Bracelet
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Rare Trifari Ming Series Turquoise Early Bracelet from the 1930's. Plaques of turquoise molded
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Rhodium
Trifari Alfred Phillipe Ming Dragon Bracelet
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Super Rare and collectible Trifari Alfred Phillipe Ming Dragon Bracelet from the 1930's. 3 faux
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
Mings Hawaii Round White Jade Brooch 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Brooch Specifications:
Designer: Ming's Hawaii
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 27.4 Grams
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mings Hawaii Pearl Branch Brooch in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Brooch Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Pearls: Akoya Pearls
Total
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mings Hawaii Pearl Branch Brooch in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Brooch Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Pearls: Akoya Pearls
Total
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mings Hawaii Malolo Flying Fish Brooch in Sterling Silver
Located in Honolulu, HI
Brooch Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: Sterling Silver
Brooch Measurements: 2.8" x 1.75
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Mings Bluish Purple Pearl Branch Brooch in Sterling Silver
Located in Honolulu, HI
Brooch Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: Sterling Silver
Brooch Measurements: 2" x 1.75
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Mings Akoya Pearl Leaf Branch Brooch in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Brooch Specifications:
Designer: Ming's Hawaii
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 15.5 Grams
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mings Baroque Pearl and Leaf Brooch in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Brooch Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 17.3 Grams
Brooch
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mings Carved White Jade Flower Brooch in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Brooch Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 8.3 Grams
Stones
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Jade, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mings Jade and Pearls Leaf Branch in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Brooch Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 10.6 Grams
Stones
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Jade, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mings Jade and Pearl Leaf Brooch in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Brooch Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 23.4 Grams
Brooch
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Jade, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mings Akoya Pearl Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 4.2 Grams
Ring Size
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mings Akoya Pearl Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 9.2 Grams
Ring
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mings Akoya Pearl Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 6 Grams
Ring Size
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mings Longevity Cutout Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 2.6 Grams
Ring Size
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mings Scroll Cutout Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 3.5 Grams
Ring Size
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mings Akoya Pearl Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 6.3 Grams
Ring Size
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mings Akoya Pearl Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 7.1 Grams
Ring Size
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mings Akoya Pearl Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 8.9 Grams
Ring Size
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mings Akoya Pearl Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 6.6 Grams
Ring
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Mings Hawaii Large Amber Bead Strand Necklace
Located in Honolulu, HI
Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Gemstones: Amber
Total Weight: 94.8
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Amber, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mings Green Jade Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Jade: Green Jade
Jade
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lavender Jade Ring Midcentury Certified Untreated by Ming's
Located in Southbury, CT
Created by the iconic Midcentury jeweler, Ming's of Hawaii, this entirely hand-fabricated ring in
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Jade, 14k Gold
Mings Bird on a Plum Pearl Brooch in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Brooch Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Pearls: Akoya Pearls
Total
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mings Purple Amethyst and Akoya Pearl Brooch in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Brooch Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 8 Grams
Stones
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mings Round Jade Leaf and Pearl Brooch in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Brooch Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 13.0 Grams
Stones
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Jade, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mings Oval Jade Leaf and Pearl Brooch in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Brooch Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 12 Grams
Stones
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Jade, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mings White Jade and Pearl Branch Brooch in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Brooch Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 12.6 Grams
Stones
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Jade, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mings Akoya Pearl and Leaf Branch Brooch in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Brooch Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 6.7 Grams
Brooch
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mings Large Akoya Pearl Leaf Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 17 Grams
Ring Size
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ming's Hawaii Akoya Pearl Cluster Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 5.7 Grams
Ring Size
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mings Hawaii Green Jade Hinged Bangle 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 59.1 Grams
Bracelet
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ming's Hawaii Bird of Paradise Necklace 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
"
Chain Width: 1.1 mm
Chain Type: Link
Stamped: "14K" "Mings"
Total Weight: 4.2 Grams
Condition
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mings Oval Cabochon Green Jade Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Stone: Jade
Jade Measurements: 21.5 mm x 15.3 mm x 6.2
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mings Jade Pearl Halo Ring 14 Karat Gold Hawaii
Located in New York, NY
Islands. Ming's jade jewelry is highly collectible and this is one of the most delightful Ming
Category
20th Century American Contemporary Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Jade, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Mings Dragon Cutout Dome Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 3.5 Grams
Ring Size
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Mings Hawaii Amethyst and Gold Bead Strand Necklace
Located in Honolulu, HI
Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Gemstones: Purple Amethyst
Total Weight
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mings Pierced Longevity Rectangular Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: 14K Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 3.3 Grams
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mings Three Silver Pearl Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Stone: Jade
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 10.6
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mings Large Akoya Pearl Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 6.4 Grams
Ring Size: 6
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Ming Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Vintage Ming Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact piece of vintage ming jewelry you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 14k gold and yellow gold. Finding the perfect item from our selection of vintage ming jewelry 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. Creating a choice in our collection of vintage ming jewelry has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Alfred Philippe for Trifari and Trifari are consistently popular. An object in our assortment of vintage ming jewelry of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring pearl, from our inventory of 103, is particularly popular. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also oval cut cut and bead cut versions available here, too. When shopping for an option in this array of vintage ming jewelry, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.
How Much is a Vintage Ming Jewelry?
The price for a piece of vintage ming jewelry starts at $100 and tops out at $21,379 with these rings, on average, selling for $1,395.
Questions About Vintage Ming Jewelry
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Jewelry 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 6, 2023Yes, 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, 2023To 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 ExpertDecember 12, 2023To 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, 2024Yes, 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 ExpertNovember 1, 2023Vintage 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, 2023The 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, 2023Many 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 ExpertNovember 1, 2023To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Yes, 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.
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