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Scandinavian Modern Jewelry Box In Pewter, GAB Sweden 1934
By GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget
Located in Örebro, SE
Jewelry box produced by GAB in 1934. Made from pewter with mirror on the inside of the lid. Good
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Pewter

Scandinavian Modern Jewelry Box in Teak and Leather ca 1950-1960's
Located in Örebro, SE
Beautiful jewelry box in teak and leather. Inscription HM on top, ca 1950-1960's. Unknown designer
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Vintage 1950s European Scandinavian Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Leather, Teak

Vintage Scandinavian Gold Cufflinks, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
comes alive in this subtle pair of vintage 1970s cufflinks. Manufactured and designed by Randers Sølv
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Vintage Scandinavian Gold Cufflinks, 1970s
Vintage Scandinavian Gold Cufflinks, 1970s
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H 0.67 in W 0.67 in D 0.99 in
Vintage 1940's Swedish wood marquetry jewellery box with pin cushion
Located in Heerhugowaard, NL
Vintage Swedish jewellery box, estimated 1940s. This case is made from various types of wood
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Wood

Scandinavian Modern Necklace by KE Palmberg for Alton ca 1960's
By Alton
Located in Örebro, SE
Cool scandinavian modern necklace by KE Palmberg for Alton ca 1960's. Good vintage condition, wear
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Bronze

Scandinavian Modern Silver Brooch and Screw Back Earrings, Victor Jansson -1964
Located in Örebro, SE
Beautiful Scandinavian Modern silver brooch and screw back earrings by Victor Jansson, Sweden -1964
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Scandinavian Silverring with Ornament Details, 1950s-1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A beautiful Scandinavian silverring with smaller circular ornaments decorations in front. Marked
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Stone, Silver

Vintage Scandinavian Modern Patinated Oak Display Cabinet, circa 1950s
Located in Shippensburg, PA
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN PATINATED OAK DISPLAY CABINET Probably Danish, circa 1950s unmarked Item
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

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Glass, Oak

Vintage Scandinavian Brutalist Box in Copper
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A wellmade and beautifully patinated box in hammered copper. Suitable for Jewelry or small personal
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Vintage 1930s Scandinavian Brutalist Decorative Boxes

Materials

Copper

Vintage Scandinavian Brutalist Box in Copper
Vintage Scandinavian Brutalist Box in Copper
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H 2.37 in W 5.91 in D 3.55 in
Vintage Rosewood and Brass Trinket Jewelry Box, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A beautifully crafted rosewood box with brass sides and pin-inlays to its star-perforated lid. Despite its Arabic inspired lid it was in fact made in Scandinavia during the 1960s. A ...
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Circular Vintage Bronze Necklace by Christer Tonnby 1980s Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful vintage circle shaped bronze necklace with arms spread out from the middle with small
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Vintage 1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Silver Necklace or Brooch by Smycka Kumla, Sweden, 1979
Located in Stockholm, SE
jewelry is made by Smycka Kumla (company established 1926, Sweden) in 1979. Nice patina and good vintage
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Vintage Flower Silver Necklace by Bronsil AB, 1970s, Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovely flower silver necklace made by Bronsil AB in Köping, Sweden, 1970s. The pendant has shape as a water lily with seven petals. Marked: SGP 925. Size: Total length including the...
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Vintage Triangle Silver Earrings by Rey Urban, Sweden, 1957
By Rey Urban
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful pair of vintage triangle sterling silver ear rings by Rey Urban, Stockholm, Sweden, 1957
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Stone, Sterling Silver

Vintage Triangle Silver Earrings by Rey Urban, Sweden, 1957
Vintage Triangle Silver Earrings by Rey Urban, Sweden, 1957
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H 0.99 in W 0.79 in D 0.6 in
Brass Vintage Clip on Earrings by Anna Greta Eker, Norway, 1960s
By Plus Norway, Anna-Greta Eker
Located in Stockholm, SE
. Designed by Anna Greta Eker, Norway, 1960s. A typical couple of vintage earrings reflecting some of the
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

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Stone, Brass

Sterling Silver Vintage Neck Ring by N.E. From, Denmark, 1960s
By Niels Erik From
Located in Stockholm, SE
/ off your neck. Stamped with: Stamped with From 925S. Special and Classic jewelry in a good vintage
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Vintage Rectangular Bronze Brooch by Uni David-Andersen for D.a. Norway 1960s
By David Andersen
Located in Stockholm, SE
of the Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern jewelry. Stamp on backside with: uni d-a bronze. Good vintage
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Bronze

Blue Stone Vintage Silverbracelet by Victor Jansson, Sweden, 1966
Located in Stockholm, SE
inside with initials VJ and Q9. Vintage mid-century silver bracelet in good vintage condition. Size: 6.5
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Danish Modernist Silver Bracelet with Leaves, AJ Sterling, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A. modernist sterling silver bracelet designed by silversmith Arne Johansen and studio-made circa 1960-70. Hallmarked: Sterling, AJ, Denmark. Reminiscent in style to similar period d...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Silver vintage earrings Leaf shaped by Heribert Engelbert AB, Sweden 1957
By Stigbert, Heribert Engelbert AB 1
Located in Stockholm, SE
designer Stigbert for Heribert Engelbert AB Stockholm, Sweden in 1957. These beautiful vintage earrings are
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Silver vintage necklace Leaf shaped by Heribert Engelbert AB, Sweden 1957
By Stigbert, Heribert Engelbert AB 1
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant vintage silver necklace with oval leaf shaped elements nicely connected to each other. Made
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Vintage pair of silver earclips `Innovative Space` Marianne Berg for D. Andersen
By David Andersen, Marianne Berg
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely pair of vintage ear rings designed by Marianne Berg for Uni David Andersen in the 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Turqouise Stone Vintage Pewter Pendant by Jørgen Jensen, Danmark 1950s
By Jorgen Jensen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful turqious blue stone pewter necklace by jeweller Jørgen Jensen, Denmark 1950s. The pendant has six eggshaped stones with crackeled copper colored details inside the stones. ...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

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Stone, Pewter

Lovely Blue Stone Set of Vintage Silverring and Earrings Sweden, 1980s
By N. Nordstrom 1
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful heaven blue vintage 'Bergslagen stone' ear rings and silver ring set from Sweden 1980s
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Vintage 1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

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Sterling Silver

Vintage Round Blue Stone Silverpendant by Skreij J E Ab, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
over clear blue and dark blue via green to black. Unique vintage pendant in very good vintage
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Stone, Sterling Silver

Vintage Ivan Holth, Norway Guilloche Enamel over Sterling Silver Pin in the Shap
Located in Seguin, TX
Vintage Ivan Holth, Norway guilloche enamel over sterling silver pin in the shape of a sailing ship
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

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Sterling Silver, Enamel

Classic Vintage Silver Ring by Guldateljen, Sweden, 1980s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Decorative vintage Scandinavian silvering with a rough cut surface and nice design by Guldateljen
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Vintage 1980s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Vintage Geometric Abstract Futuristic Modernist Bracelet Cuff, 1970s
By Paco Rabanne, Pierre Cardin
Located in San Diego, CA
, Boho, Scandinavian.
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20th Century American Futurist Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Gold Cufflinks from Bernhard Hertz, Denmark, 1970s
By Bernhard Hertz
Located in Esbjerg, DK
internationally known gold- and silversmiths. This because he designed af number of Tiffany & Co silver jewelry
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Vintage Gold Cufflinks from Bernhard Hertz, Denmark, 1970s
Vintage Gold Cufflinks from Bernhard Hertz, Denmark, 1970s
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H 0.79 in W 0.56 in D 1.19 in
Vintage Pierre Cardin Golden Brass Modernist Bracelet Cuff, 1960s
By Thierry Mugler, Halston, Paco Rabanne, Pierre Cardin
Located in San Diego, CA
, Coastal, Modern, Boho, Scandinavian.
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Vintage 1960s French Modern Collectible Jewelry

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Chrome, Brass

Pair of Vintage Scandinavian Beechwood and Canvas Safari Chairs, circa 1970s
Located in Shippensburg, PA
Item # 301XUJ28D A finely made pair of Scandinavian safari chairs from the third quarter of the 20th
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20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Canvas, Beech

Vintage Georg Jensen Twisted Silver Armring Bangle by Vivianna Torun Bülow-Hübe
By Vivianna Torun Bülow-Hübe
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Lunning Prize for design, given annually to innovative Scandinavian designers in their thirties. She then
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Vintage 1960s Danish Organic Modern Collectible Jewelry

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Sterling Silver

Scandinavian Modern Ceramic Bowl by Aune Siimes for Arabia, 1940s/1950s
By Arabia
Located in Helsinki, FI
Scandinavian modern ceramic bulls eye bowl by Aune Siimes for Arabia in the 1940s/1950s. Beautiful
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics

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Clay, Ceramic

Long Silver Necklace by Marianne Berg for Uni David-Andersen, Norway, 1960s
By Marianne Berg, David Andersen
Located in Stockholm, SE
of the Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern jewelry. Stamp on backside: uni d-a norway. Good vintage
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Bronze bracelet and ring set by Uni David-Andersen for D Andersen Norway 1960s
By David Andersen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern jewelry. Stamp on backside with: uni d-a norway. Good vintage condition
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Bronze

Silverring with a Hook 1950s-1960s Scandinavia
Located in Stockholm, SE
silverstamp 925. Scandinavian design. Size: Inner diameter is 17 mm. Thickness of band 2 mm. Natural patina
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Silverring with a Hook 1950s-1960s Scandinavia
Silverring with a Hook 1950s-1960s Scandinavia
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H 0.67 in Dm 0.67 in
Sterling Silver Necklace Sunburst by Tone Vigeland for Plus, Norway, 1960s
By Plus Norway, Tone Vigeland
Located in Stockholm, SE
a Norwegian silversmith and vintage jewelery artist with international reputation. Her jewelry has
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Scandinavian Modern Tapio Wirkkala Sterling Silver Dish Handmade Finland 1965
By Kultakeskus Oy, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in EL Waalre, NL
vintage condition. About the artist Tapio Wirkkala (1915 Hanko, Finland-1985 Helsinki, Finland) A giant
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Flower Shaped Bronze Necklace by Hannu Ikonen, Finland, 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
, Finland 1970s. Naturally bronze patina necklace with design as a flower. Good vintage condition. Size of
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Vintage 1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Bronze

Decorative Halfcircle Shaped Bronze Necklace by Hannu Ikonen, Finland, 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
, Finland 1970s. Naturally patina with dramatic relieffs. Halfcircle shaped. Good vintage condition. Size
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Vintage 1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Bronze

Decorative Trumpet Bronze Necklace by Hannu Ikonen, Finland 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
vintage condition. Size of pendant: 4cmW x 5 cmH. Length of chain (double): 35 cm. Hannu Ikonen worked
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Vintage 1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Bronze

Lapponia Modernist Silver Bracelet by Björn Weckström, Finland, 1970s
By Lapponia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Much sought after vintage 'organic' modern sterling silver bracelet. Fully hallmarked by Lapponia
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Vintage 1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

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Sterling Silver

Swedish Decor Silver Bracelet and Ring Set by Willy Käfling, 1971
Located in Stockholm, SE
classic midcentury jewelry set in good vintage condition. Stamped Käfling V9. Size of bracelet: 3.3 cm H
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Choker Necklace by Jaana Toppila-Ikalainen 1998 Finland
Located in Stockholm, SE
-Finland 1998. The silver bars has a twisted shape. Natural patina and good vintage condition. Signed JTI
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Vintage 1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Lapponia Modernist Silver Bracelet by Björn Weckström, Finland 1970s
By Lapponia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Much sought after vintage 'organic' modern sterling silver bracelet. Fully hallmarked by Lapponia
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Vintage 1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Wood Dangle Brooch by Anna Greta Eker - Norway, 1960s
By Plus Norway, Anna-Greta Eker
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovely Scandinavian design brooch/pin with four dangles of silver and wood. A special vintage
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Late 20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Scandinavian Modern Tapio Wirkkala Two Blue Clear Glass Art Objects Handblown
By Tapio Wirkkala, Iittala
Located in EL Waalre, NL
banknotes, Wirkkala also designed jewellery, sculptures, and furniture. The recipient of many awards
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Glass

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Art Glass, Blown Glass

Norwegian Sterling Silver Bangle Bracelet by David-Andersen 1960s
By David Andersen
Located in Stockholm, SE
parties. Very good vintage condition. Fully hallmarked for David Andersen, Oslo Norway. Adjustable at
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Midcentury Ladderlike Silverpendant by NE From 1960s, Denmark
By Niels Erik From
Located in Stockholm, SE
horizontal bars lying on top of each other like a ladder. Slightly curved. Good vintage condition. Measures
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Midcentury Ladderlike Silverpendant by NE From 1960s, Denmark
Midcentury Ladderlike Silverpendant by NE From 1960s, Denmark
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H 11.42 in W 1.58 in D 0.08 in
Silver Ring with Middle Tigereye Stone by Arvo Saarela, Sweden, 1974
Located in Stockholm, SE
Arvo Saarela in 1974, Enköping, Sweden. Suitable for every occasion and adjustable size. Good vintage
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

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Stone, Silver

Rock Crystal Stone Silver Ring by Bengt Hallberg Sweden 1967
Located in Stockholm, SE
shape. Great vintage ring perfect for both parties and everyday use. The ring is marked with BEH, R9
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

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Rock Crystal, Silver

Lovely Enamelled Sterling Silver Bracelet by Ivar Holth 1950s, Norway
Located in Stockholm, SE
vintage condition.  
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Vintage 1950s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

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Sterling Silver, Enamel

Danish Silverring with Lapis Lazuli Stone by Brdr. Bjerring, 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
mm. Size of stone 16 mm x 16 mm. Perfect vintage condition.
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

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Lapis Lazuli, Silver

Scandinavian Modern Tapio Wirkkala Triennale pendant Light White Glass 1960s
By Idman, Iittala, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in EL Waalre, NL
designed jewellery, sculptures, and furniture. More than any Finish designer from his era Wirkkala got
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Scandinavian Modern Dutch Sofa Attr to Doublet Sofa by Rob Parry for Gelderland
By Gelderland, Rob Parry
Located in Topeka, KS
Stunning vintage Scandinavian Modern Dutch midcentury sofa attributed to Doublet Sofa by Rob Parry
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Scandinavian Modern Settees

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Fabric, Rosewood

Scandinavian Modern Tapio Wirkkala Crystal line cut sculptures Handblown ca 1955
By Iittala, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in EL Waalre, NL
Scandinavian Modern Tapio Wirkkala Crystal line cut sculptures Handblown ca 1955 Two turned mold
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Crystal

Scandinavian Modern Saara Hopea two sizes Glass Bowls Blue Green Handblown 1950s
By Saara Hopea-Untracht, Nuutajärvi Notsjõ
Located in EL Waalre, NL
Scandinavian Modern Saara Hopea two sizes Glass Bowls Blue Green Handblown 1950s Two mold-blown
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Glass

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Cut Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass, Glass

Scandinavian Modern Tapio Wirkkala Two Crystal Line Cut Art-Objects Handblown
By Iittala, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in EL Waalre, NL
beer bottles and banknotes, Wirkkala also designed jewellery, sculptures, and furniture. The
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Crystal

Art Deco Pin Brooch Dove in Sterling Silver
Located in Esbjerg, DK
925/1000 sterling silver. Unknown Scandinavian maker circa 1930. Inscribed 925 to its back
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Vintage 1930s Scandinavian Art Deco Collectible Jewelry

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Sterling Silver

Art Deco Pin Brooch Dove in Sterling Silver
Art Deco Pin Brooch Dove in Sterling Silver
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H 1.19 in W 2.37 in D 0.24 in
Vintage Danish Rosewood Box, 1960s
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Rosewood Box, 1960s. Small decorative box with lid in solid rosewood and black
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Boxes

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Rosewood

Vintage Danish Rosewood Box, 1960s
Vintage Danish Rosewood Box, 1960s
H 1.58 in W 4.34 in D 4.34 in
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Vintage Scandinavian Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic piece of vintage Scandinavian jewelry available at 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, silver and sterling silver. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. An item from our selection of vintage Scandinavian jewelry made by Scandinavian Modern designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular. A well-made choice in our collection of vintage Scandinavian jewelry has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Anna-Greta Eker, David Andersen and Plus Norway are consistently popular.

How Much is a Vintage Scandinavian Jewelry?

A piece of vintage Scandinavian jewelry can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $340, while the lowest priced sells for $147 and the highest can go for as much as $2,456.
Questions About Vintage Scandinavian 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.

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