Rare Antique Jewelry
19th Century Russian Russian Empire Rare Antique Jewelry
Pearl, Turquoise, Silver, Gilt Metal
Early 20th Century Swiss Rare Antique Jewelry
Diamond, Onyx, Sapphire, Platinum
Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Rare Antique Jewelry
Brass
1860s French Napoleon III Rare Antique Jewelry
Porcelain, Wood
Late 19th Century British High Victorian Rare Antique Jewelry
Brass
1640s American Artisan Rare Antique Jewelry
Garnet, Hessonite, Gold Plate
Late 19th Century Victorian Rare Antique Jewelry
Citrine, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
Early 1900s English Victorian Rare Antique Jewelry
Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Rare Antique Jewelry
Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu
Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Rare Antique Jewelry
Velvet, Walnut
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Rare Antique Jewelry
Velvet, Wood
1880s Swiss Black Forest Rare Antique Jewelry
Fruitwood
Late 19th Century Victorian Rare Antique Jewelry
Opal, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold
Late 19th Century American Victorian Rare Antique Jewelry
Diamond, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Rare Antique Jewelry
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1870s European Victorian Rare Antique Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Early 1800s Polish Georgian Rare Antique Jewelry
Mixed Metal
Late 19th Century French Victorian Rare Antique Jewelry
Steel, Cut Steel
1830s European Georgian Rare Antique Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
1880s American Victorian Rare Antique Jewelry
Moonstone, 14k Gold
Late 19th Century French Victorian Rare Antique Jewelry
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
19th Century Late Victorian Rare Antique Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18th Century Georgian Rare Antique Jewelry
Pearl, Gold, Enamel
Early 19th Century British Georgian Rare Antique Jewelry
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold
19th Century Chinese Rare Antique Jewelry
Amber
19th Century Norwegian Victorian Rare Antique Jewelry
Silver
1780s French Georgian Rare Antique Jewelry
Quartz, Gilt Metal, Sterling Silver
19th Century Rare Antique Jewelry
1880s Italian Rare Antique Jewelry
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Rare Antique Jewelry
Ruby, 18k Gold
19th Century European Renaissance Revival Rare Antique Jewelry
Silver, Enamel
Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Rare Antique Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
1870s European Victorian Rare Antique Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Late 19th Century Rare Antique Jewelry
Base Metal
Early 1900s Italian Late Victorian Rare Antique Jewelry
Coral, Silver
1790s European Georgian Rare Antique Jewelry
Diamond, 15k Gold
Early 1900s North American Edwardian Rare Antique Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Early 20th Century Asian Rare Antique Jewelry
1910s German Jugendstil Rare Antique Jewelry
Opal, Sterling Silver, 10k Gold, Vermeil
1850s Victorian Rare Antique Jewelry
Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Gilt Metal
Late 18th Century French Georgian Rare Antique Jewelry
Gilt Metal
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Rare Antique Jewelry
Base Metal
Early 20th Century Latvian Artisan Rare Antique Jewelry
Amber
1780s Italian George III Rare Antique Jewelry
Mid-19th Century Unknown Georgian Rare Antique Jewelry
Ruby, Sapphire, Diamond, Silver, 15k Gold
Early 19th Century European Georgian Rare Antique Jewelry
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1750s French Rococo Rare Antique Jewelry
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Rare Antique Jewelry
Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century European Rare Antique Jewelry
Gold, 9k Gold
1890s British Early Victorian Rare Antique Jewelry
18k Gold
Early 1900s Russian Rare Antique Jewelry
Bronze, Enamel
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Rare Antique Jewelry
18k Gold
Early 20th Century European Edwardian Rare Antique Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
1780s English Georgian Rare Antique Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Mid-18th Century Contemporary Rare Antique Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1810s European Georgian Rare Antique Jewelry
Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Late 19th Century Victorian Rare Antique Jewelry
Sapphire, Gold
Late 19th Century Victorian Rare Antique Jewelry
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
19th Century Italian Victorian Rare Antique Jewelry
Gold-filled
1840s European Early Victorian Rare Antique Jewelry
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
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How Much is a Rare Antique Jewelry?
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024To tell if jewelry is antique, look for its hallmarks. You will usually find them in inconspicuous areas, such as on clasps, the backs of pendants or the insides of bracelets and rings. Once you have located the hallmarks, use trusted online resources to identify the maker and find out when they were active. Pieces produced more than 100 years ago are antique. If you need assistance dating a particular piece, enlist the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Find a large collection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is antique paste jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Paste jewelry is made out of a special type of flint glass that emulates several gemstones. Paste is a hand-cut glass that is polished with metal powder until it gleams like a gem. Paste jewelry was popular as a cheaper alternative to diamonds during the Georgian, Victorian, and Edwardian eras, as well as the Art Deco period. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage paste jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify antique jewelry, first try to locate any maker's markings. These may be found in a variety of inconspicuous locations, such as the insides of rings, the clasps of bracelets and chains and the backs of clip-on earrings, pendants and brooches. You can find trustworthy online reference guides that make searching for makers using their hallmarks easy. Once you have determined who produced your jewelry, learn about the creator and estimate approximately when they made your item. If your jewelry is at least 100 years old, it is antique. Alternatively, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist in dating your jewelry. Find a wide range of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Jewelry is considered antique once it is 100 years old. Pieces that are 20 to 99 years old are vintage. Contemporary is the term used to describe jewelry that is less than 20 years old. Explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023To tell if antique jewelry is real, first look for hallmarks that may signify the maker. You can then use trusted online resources to find out what to look for to verify authenticity. If the jewelry doesn't have hallmarks, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or licensed dealer. An expert can evaluate your jewelry, tell you whether it is a genuine antique and provide information about its materials and approximate value. Explore a large selection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, some antique jewelry does go up in value. It is important to note that demand as well as the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. A certain historical period’s jewelry may be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with precious gems may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and estimate its value. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, BVLGARI and others. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if jewelry is antique gold, take it to a licensed appraiser experienced in evaluating jewelry. It is difficult to identify jewelry materials using only the naked eye and online resources. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted gold jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To know if your antique jewelry is valuable, you can consult trusted online resources to see what similar pieces have sold for in the past. It is important to note that the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. Jewelry of a certain historical period will be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with a precious gemstone may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and give you a price estimate. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, BVLGARI and others. Shop a collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is antique jewelry worth money?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024Yes, some antique jewelry is worth money. Precious metals and gemstones like platinum, gold, silver, diamonds and emeralds have value on their own. Even costume jewelry made of less expensive materials may prove valuable due to its style or maker. Because the condition also impacts the potential value of antique pieces, you may wish to have your jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In antique jewelry, the term “paste” means glass finished in a way that allows it to resemble natural gemstones. To produce paste, artisans polish it for long periods of time with metal powder. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique paste jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell if antique jewelry is real gold, you can first perform a simple home test. Position a magnet near the jewelry. Since gold isn't naturally magnetic, the attraction between the magnet and your piece usually indicates that your jewelry is, at most, gold-plated or crafted out of an entirely different metal. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler can also help you determine what your antique jewelry is made of. Shop a diverse assortment of antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.