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NIB Christian Dior Vintage "Valentine" Golden Bronze Masai Choker Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Valentine´s Day gift. Similiar in style to the huge necklace worn by Charlize Theron for J'adore Dior
Category

1990s Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Crystal

Vintage Goebel & Hummel RARE Valentine Necklace Goebel Collector's Club Original
Located in Austin, TX
pendant is named "Valentine Gift" The pendant is a mini figurine of a young German girl holding a heart
Category

1980s German Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Yellow Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Crown Trifari Vintage 1950s Snowflakes Crystals Jewellery Set Earrings Brooch
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
: Earrings: 2.2*2.2 cm, Brooch: 4.3*4.3 cm. Trifari created some of the most desirable costume jewellery of
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1950s American Art Deco Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior GROSSE Vintage Emerald Sapphire Pendant Drop Gold Jewellery Set
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE Vintage Emerald Sapphire Pendant Necklace Drop Earrings Jewellery Set, Gold
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1960s German Art Deco Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Trifari Vintage 1980s Pink Flower Pearls Crystals Jewellery Set Earrings Brooch
By Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
, Girlfriends, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many more. With exquisite
Category

1980s American Artisan Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Purple Amethyst Tear Drop Pendant Jewellery Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Friends, Girlfriends, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many more
Category

1980s German Artisan Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Crown Trifari 1950s Beaded Orange Coral White Pearls Flowers Jewellery Set
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
perfect gift for Teens, Sisters, Friends, Girlfriends, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine
Category

1950s American Art Nouveau Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Crown Trifari Vintage 1950s Sky Blue Crystals Jewellery Set Earrings Brooch
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
: Earrings: 2.5*2.1 cm, Brooch: 3.8*3.8 cm. Trifari created some of the most desirable costume jewellery of
Category

1950s American Artist Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Silver Plate

Christian Dior GROSSE 1972 Black Enamel Crystals Large Oval Gold Jewellery Set
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1972 Black Enamel Crystals Large Oval Jewellery Set, Gold Tone Very
Category

1970s German Art Nouveau Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Trifari Vintage 1980s Pink Grey Flower White Pearl Jewellery Set Earrings Brooch
By Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many more. With exquisite fine detail, these
Category

1980s American Belle Époque Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Woven Pictorial Blanket Tapestry by Brigitta Bertoia
By Brigitta Valentiner Bertoia
Located in Surfside, FL
throughout his life—and his jewelry garnered early recognition. In 1943 Bertoia married Brigitta Valentiner
Category

20th Century Folk Art Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Mixed Media

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Crystals Black Petal Sunflower Double Layer Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Sisters, Friends, Girlfriends, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many
Category

1980s German Art Deco Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Large Modernist Twist Rope Knot Bow Ribbon Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Sisters, Friends, Girlfriends, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many
Category

1980s German Art Deco Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Glow Logo Monogram interlocked Letters Gold Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many more. With exquisite fine detail, these
Category

1980s German Art Nouveau Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Large Openwork Round Swirl Knot White Pearl Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Friends, Girlfriends, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many more
Category

1970s German Art Deco Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior GROSSE 1968 Huge Openwork Flower Pentagram Pearl Crystals Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Sisters, Friends, Girlfriends, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many
Category

1960s German Art Deco Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Glow Knot Bow Ribbon Gold Crystals Chunky Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Girlfriends, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many more. With exquisite
Category

1980s German Art Deco Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Lacroix Vintage Massive Extra Large Huge Cross Openwork Brooch Pendant
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Wokingham, England
, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many more. With exquisite fine
Category

1980s French Classical Roman Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Trio Amethyst Octagon Rectangle Long Bar Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many more. With exquisite fine detail, these fashion
Category

1980s German Artisan Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior GROSSE 1960 Vintage Vivid Flower White Curled Leaf Gold Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Sisters, Friends, Girlfriends, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many
Category

1960s German Art Deco Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior GROSSE 1967 Vintage Pearl Pentagon Openwork Modernist Gold Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Girlfriends, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many more. With exquisite
Category

1960s German Art Deco Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior GROSSE 1962 Vintage Long Modernist Spiral Lines Openwork Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Sisters, Friends, Girlfriends, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many
Category

1960s German Art Deco Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior GROSSE 1963 Vintage Knot Rope Glow Mesh Swirl Twist Dome Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Friends, Girlfriends, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many more
Category

1960s German George V Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Oval Pearl Symmetric Feather Leaf Wing Gold Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Friends, Girlfriends, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many more
Category

1970s German Art Deco Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior GROSSE 1967 Vintage Vivid 3D Lion Head Knocker Crystals Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many more. With exquisite fine detail, these
Category

1960s German Art Deco Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Long Leaf Feather Bow Heart Crystals Gold Brooch
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many more. With exquisite fine detail, these fashion jewellery are ideal for a
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1980s French Baroque Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980 Insignia Initial Monogram Logo Circle Gold Cufflinks
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
perfect gift for Teens, Sisters, Friends, Girlfriends, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine
Category

1980s German Art Deco Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Camellia Crystal Layer Rose Gold Flower Pin Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Girlfriends, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many more. With exquisite
Category

1980s German George V Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Round Pearl Crystals Flower Gold Pin Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many more. With exquisite fine
Category

1980s German Art Deco Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980 White Enamel Crystals Ribbed Horn Shell Gold Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
perfect gift for Teens, Sisters, Friends, Girlfriends, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine
Category

1980s German Art Nouveau Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1967 Vivid Mesh Knit Ribbon Bow Flourish Flower Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Girlfriends, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many more. With exquisite
Category

1960s German Art Nouveau Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior by Mitchel Maer 1950s Crystals Double Layer Flower Silver Brooch
By Mitchel Maer for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
jewellery under his own name and also collaborated with Christian Dior from 1952 to 1956. His unique designs
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1950s British High Victorian Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Rhodium

Christian Dior GROSSE 1968 Vintage Trio Layer Irregular Shape Openwork Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Sisters, Friends, Girlfriends, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many
Category

1960s German Art Deco Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Large Gripoix Orange Ruby Crystals Pearls Pendant Brooch
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many more. With exquisite fine
Category

1980s French Art Deco Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Gripoix Emerald Ruby Sapphire Crystals Openwork Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Friends, Girlfriends, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many more
Category

1980s German Art Deco Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Lucky Clover Sapphire Amethyst Flower Heart Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many more. With exquisite fine detail, these
Category

1980s German Federal Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Vivid Long Fish Yellow Crystals Openwork Brooch
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
, Girlfriends, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many more. With exquisite
Category

1980s French Art Deco Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Black Enamel Double Crystals Oval Openwork Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Sisters, Friends, Girlfriends, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many
Category

1980s German Stuart Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Christian Dior GROSSE 1966 Vintage 3D Large Blossom Flower Rose Dots Gold Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
perfect gift for Teens, Sisters, Friends, Girlfriends, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine
Category

1960s German Art Deco Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior GROSSE 1965 Vintage Blossom Flower Leaf Wreath Pearl Gold Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Girlfriends, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many more. With exquisite
Category

1960s German Art Deco Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Black Enamel Crystal Wave Knot Bow Ribbon Gold Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Girlfriends, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many more. With exquisite
Category

1980s German Art Deco Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Large Mushroom Palm Leaf Crystals Exquisite Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many more. With exquisite fine
Category

1980s German Art Nouveau Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1964 Sapphire Wreath Water Drop Crystals Openwork Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many more. With exquisite fine detail, these fashion
Category

1960s German Tudor Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior GROSSE 1958 Vintage Extra Large Openwork Four Palm Leaf Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
perfect gift for Teens, Sisters, Friends, Girlfriends, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine
Category

1950s German Art Nouveau Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior GROSSE 1967 Vintage Blue Dots Knot Bow Ribbon Openwork Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many more. With exquisite fine detail, these fashion
Category

1960s German Art Deco Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior GROSSE 1967 Vintage Navy Wings Feather Flower Windmills Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Girlfriends, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many more. With exquisite
Category

1960s German Art Deco Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Huge Openwork Large Long Feather Leaf Gold Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Friends, Girlfriends, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many more
Category

1980s French Art Deco Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Three Trio White Oval Pearls Long Bar Gold Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
perfect gift for Teens, Sisters, Friends, Girlfriends, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine
Category

1980s German Artist Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Oval Trio Pearl Long Bar Elegant Gold Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Sisters, Friends, Girlfriends, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many
Category

1980s German Art Nouveau Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Chanel 1995 Coco Large Gripoix Pink Pearls Crystals Openwork Logo CC Gold Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
, Friends, Girlfriends, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many more
Category

1990s French Baroque Revival Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior 1980s Vintage White Crystals Heart Love Openwork Carved Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many more. With exquisite fine detail, these
Category

1980s German Art Deco Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Vivid Layer Rose Crystals Flower Interlink Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many more. With exquisite fine detail, these
Category

1980s German Art Deco Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior GROSSE 1962 Vintage Knot Bow Ribbon Navy Green Dots Gold Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Sisters, Friends, Girlfriends, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many
Category

1960s German Artist Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior GROSSE 1970s Heart Love Crystals Silver Interlocked Gold Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Sisters, Friends, Girlfriends, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many
Category

1970s German Artisan Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver Plate

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage 1980 Vivid Butterfly Glow Purple Gold Brooch Pin
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
, Sisters, Friends, Girlfriends, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many
Category

1980s French Art Nouveau Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Christian Dior GROSSE 1963 Vintage Vivid Long Leaf Palm Modernist Retro Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many more. With exquisite fine detail, these fashion
Category

1960s German Art Nouveau Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior GROSSE 1959 Vivid Texture Trio Leaf Wavy Swirl Twist Gold Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Friends, Girlfriends, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many more
Category

1960s German Art Deco Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Yves Saint Laurent Red Heart Poured Glass Vintage Brooch
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Romford, GB
The perfect piece of vintage jewellery for valentines . Romantic heart. Hearts are Always a
Category

1980s French Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Christian Dior GROSSE 1961 Vintage Plum Blossom Flower Branch Pearl Gold Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Girlfriends, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many more. With exquisite
Category

1960s German Art Deco Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior GROSSE 1966 Vintage Large Knot Bow Dots Ribbon Butterfly Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many more. With exquisite fine detail, these
Category

1960s German Art Deco Vintage Valentine Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

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Vintage Valentine Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate piece of vintage valentine jewelry for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, enamel and 18k gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 123 antique edition and 2 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for an item from our selection of vintage valentine jewelry from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a choice in our collection of vintage valentine jewelry has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by FANCS V by Simona Elia, Isabel Alexander and Yves Saint Laurent are consistently popular. While most can agree that any object in our assortment of vintage valentine jewelry from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a diamond version from the 56 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and marquise cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our vintage valentine jewelry for sale are for women, but there are 38 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Vintage Valentine Jewelry?

Prices for a piece of vintage valentine jewelry can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $95 and can go as high as $60,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,959.
Questions About Vintage Valentine Jewelry
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    Yes, some vintage jewelry has markings. Makers may have stamped pieces with hallmarks to represent the types of metals used in them and/or to signify that they came from certain brands. However, not all vintage jewelry is marked. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of vintage jewelry from some of the world's top dealers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    To tell if jewelry is vintage, first look for hallmarks that may indicate the maker. Then, consult trusted online resources to research the markings and find out when the jewelry house produced pieces that are similar to yours. Anything made at least 20 to 80 years ago is vintage. Because there are many contemporary pieces inspired by vintage designs, you may want to consider taking your jewelry to a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer who can inspect and date it. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of vintage jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Jewelry that is 20 to 80 years old is considered vintage. Pieces that are 100 years old or older are antiques. Vintage jewelry includes rings, earrings, necklaces, bracelets, brooches and even hair accessories like combs. Shop a range of vintage jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Vintage costume jewelry refers to costume jewelry that is 20 to 80 years old. Jewelry, costume or otherwise, that is 100 years old is referred to as antique. The big design fair in Paris in 1900 inspired jewelers to work with inexpensive materials, and Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel and others helped popularize costume jewelry during the 1920s. The roots of costume jewelry, however, took shape at least as far back as the 18th century, when paste jewelry that featured hand-cut glass instead of gemstones first emerged. Shop a variety of vintage costume jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    The way to tell if vintage jewelry is real depends first on determining what you mean by "real." If you want to know if a piece is actually made by a particular brand or is a reproduction, you can consult trusted online resources to see what hallmarks and other details are present on genuine pieces. Then, you can examine your jewelry using these criteria. You can also find tests to determine whether precious metals and gemstones are real or not. However, use caution, as some tests can damage jewelry. A simple way to tell if vintage jewelry is an authentic example of a particular maker's work or made of real materials is to take the piece to an experienced appraiser or dealer. Find a large selection of vintage jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    Many people would argue that vintage jewelry isn't making a comeback because it has never faded in popularity. Although what's considered vintage changes from decade to decade, the demand for jewelry that is between 20 and 99 years old generally remains high. There are collectors who look for pieces featuring specific materials or that were made by certain brands, and many men and women find vintage jewelry appealing because it is unique and has history. Shop a variety of vintage jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    To tell if jewelry is vintage or antique, first look for any hallmarks that signify its maker. You can use trusted online resources to research when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours to roughly estimate its age. Jewelry is vintage if it's between 20 and 99 years old, and antique if it is 100 years old or more. If you're unable to locate a maker's hallmark, becoming familiar with the materials and other characteristics used during different eras of jewelry can help you date your piece. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage and antique jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Yes, nearly all vintage Tiffany jewelry is stamped. However, the stamp on older pieces may not include the maker's name. You should still find a hallmark that represents the metal’s purity. Examples include 925, AG925 or STER for sterling silver. Find a variety of Tiffany & Co. jewelry from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    Yes, vintage Tiffany jewelry may be worth something. Due to the popularity of the American jewelry maker and the quality of the pieces that Tiffany & Co. produces, accessories often hold or appreciate in value over the years. The house is celebrated for its range of partnerships with the likes of Elsa Peretti, Jean Schlumberger and others, which can also contribute to how collectible a given bracelet or necklace might be. However, the style, type and condition of the jewelry will impact how valuable it is. A certified appraiser or experienced dealer can let you know how much a specific piece is worth. Find a diverse assortment of vintage Tiffany & Co. jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    To find out how much your vintage jewelry is worth, you can conduct online research using trusted sources. By seeing what similar pieces have sold for in the past, you can estimate the value of your jewelry. For a more precise valuation, enlist the services of an appraiser or knowledgeable vintage jewelry specialist. Find a wide range of vintage jewelry on 1stDibs.