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1920
s Art Deco Diamond Bracelet Set in Platinum
Located in London, England
A gorgeous Art Deco diamond bracelet set in platinum.
This particular piece is a perfect example of Art Deco craftsmanship and elegance! The bracelet is designed as an openwork pan...
Category
1920s Unknown Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold 1920’s Onyx
Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Diamond Centre. A Beautiful Handmade Conversion Piece From a 1920’s Cufflink, Mounted on A Modern Yellow
Category
Early 20th Century English 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
L.Leroy
Cie Platinum Tank Watch With Bracelet ca
1920
s
By L.Leroy
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
A rare and unusual L.Leroy & Cie tank watch, ca' 1920's. In platinum with original matching
Category
1920s French Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Platinum
Art Deco brass Jewelry Box around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco brass Jewelry Box around 1920s
Brass polished and stove enameled
Category
1920s Austrian Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Brass
14Kt White Gold Necklace, Bracelet or Pocket Watch Chain circa 1920
s / 30
s
Located in Long Beach, CA
METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt White Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's or 30's
ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: 13.5 Inches in
Category
1920s American Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold, White Gold
14Kt White Gold Necklace, Bracelet or Pocket Watch Chain circa 1920
s / 30
s
Located in Long Beach, CA
METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt White Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's or 30's
ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: 13.5 Inches in
Category
1920s American Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 18ct Gold
Platinum Stamped, 1920’s Art Deco Round Cufflinks
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Cufflinks
18ct Gold & Platinum Stamped
Circa 1920s
This striking pair of Art Deco
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Jewelry Box vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco Jewelry Box vienna around 1920s
Brass polished and stove enameled
Original wood inside
Category
1920s Austrian Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Brass
Antique Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Ring, Circa 1920
s
Located in New Orleans, LA
total weight old European cut diamonds.
The rubies are especially vivid.
Circa 1920's
Finger size 7 1
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Simply Sweet Diamond Bar Brooch in Platinum and White Gold, Circa 1920
s
Located in Wailea, HI
Simply Sweet Diamond Bar Brooch in Platinum and White Gold Circa 1920's
Nine Old European Diamonds
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1920
s Filigree Brass
Coral Trikaya Buddha Bracelet
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This truly mesmerising 1920's Filigree brass bracelet, adorned with claw set angel skin coral and
Category
1920s Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Brass
Birks
Sons Split Seconds Pocket Watch Watch 1920
s Original Flawless Dial
By Henry Blank
Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
Pocket Watch
METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 55mm
Category
1910s Canadian 1920S Antique Jewelry
Art Déco Ring With Old European Cut Diamonds Circa 1920
s
Located in Firenze, IT
. Weight 3.10 g.
Circa 1920.
Category
1920s Italian Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Elgin Gold Filled
Enamel Inlayed Art Deco Watch circa 1920
s
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 30mm X Width 16mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17
Category
1920s American Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Gold-filled
Art Deco Old Cut Diamond and Onyx Platinum Brooch, Circa 1920
s
Located in London, GB
6.3cm in length and weighs a total of 9.11 grams. Tested Platinum. England, circa 1920's.
Category
1920s English Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Chronometre Election 18Kt. Solid Gold Campaign Style Watch, Circa 1920
s
Located in Long Beach, CA
Lugs
METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm x Diameter
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Antique 18ct White Gold 1920’s Round Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Cluster Ring
18ct Gold Tested
Circa 1920’s
Beautiful, French round cluster ring. Set
Category
Early 20th Century French 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Platinum Art Deco Diamond and Onyx Brooch, c.1920
s
Located in London, GB
breathtaking piece has been carefully handcrafted in Platinum, a choice of metal synonymous with 1920s and 30s
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Art Deco Jewelry Box vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco Jewelry Box vienna around 1920s
Polished and stove enameled
Category
1920s Austrian Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Brass, Copper
Art Deco Opal Pendant Stick Pin Antique Yellow Gold Original 1920
s
Located in Dearborn, MI
Unscrewed, Removed and Worn as Pendant
14K Yellow Gold
Circa 1920's
The Art Deco Era in Jewelry Design
Category
1920s Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Howard Stainless Steel Art Deco Exhibition Back Watch, circa 1920
s
By Howard
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 56mm X Diameter 45mm
MOVEMENT
Category
1920s American Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Howard Stainless Steel Art Deco Exhibition Back Watch, circa 1920
s
By Howard
Located in Long Beach, CA
CIRCA / YEAR:1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 55mm X Diameter 45mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding
Category
1920s American Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Art Deco Jewelry Box Vienna Around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco Jewelry Box Vienna Around 1920s
Brass polished and laccquered
Original wood inside
Category
1920s Austrian Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Brass
A 1920
s Art Deco Platinum Bracelet with Diamonds and Sapphires
Located in Boone, NC
A 1920's Art Deco Platinum bracelet with diamonds and sapphire accents. There are 80 Old European
Category
1920s Unknown Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 18ct Gold Stamped, 1920’s Onyx
Diamond Marquise Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Onyx & Diamond Ring
18ct Yellow & White Gold Stamped
This stunning 1920s ring is a true
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco Jewelry Box Vienna Around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco Jewelry Box vienna around 1920s.
Polished and stove enameled.
Cut glass.
Category
1920s Austrian Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Hammered Jewelry Box Around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco Hammered Jewelry Box around 1920s
Brass polished and stove enameled.
Category
1920s Austrian Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Brass
Lancet Made in France for Famous Accessories House 1920
s Art Deco
Located in Long Beach, CA
and Rubber
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm X Diameter 31mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Category
1920s French Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Art Deco Jewelry Box Vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco jewelry box vienna around 1920s
Original cut glass
Polished and stove enameled.
Category
1920s Austrian Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Cherry wood Jewelry Box around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco Cherry wood Jewelry Box around 1920s
Hand polished
Category
1920s Austrian Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Wood, Cherry
1920
s Vintage Art Deco Platinum 18K Yellow Gold Old European Diamond Tie Bar
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Deco Vintage Handmade Platinum and 18K Yellow Gold Old European Cut Tie Bar Pin From the 1920's. This
Category
1920s Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1920
s Sequin and Beaded Neck Piece
Located in New York, NY
1920's Sequin and Beaded Neck Piece mostly likely born as a dress ornament but, converted to a
Category
1920s French 1920S Antique Jewelry
18ct Gold
Platinum 1920’s Art Deco Mother of Pearl and Dimond Cufflinks
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Cufflinks
18ct Gold & Platinum
Circa 1920s
Discover a stunning pair of 18ct yellow gold
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Stylized Art Deco Enameled Travel Clock In .925 Sterling ca
1920
s
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
A stylized Art Deco enamel and .925 sterling silver travel clock. Also it could be worn as a pendant. Dial marked "Corona Hnus", has a quality Swiss movement, mechanical hand winding.
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Art Deco 1920
s Brilliant Cut Diamond 0.58 Carat Platinum Ring
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An Art Deco 1920's platinum ring set with very bright brilliant and octagonal cut diamonds. The
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Art Deco Diamond Ruby Square Ring Sz 7.25 Platinum Jewelry 1920s
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco diamond & ruby square ring (circa 1920s to 1930s) crafted in 900
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique 1920’s 18ct White Gold
Platinum Zircon Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Zircon & Diamond Ring
9ct White Gold & Platinum Stamped
Makers Mark A & W
Circa 1920's
Category
Early 20th Century English 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Zircon, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Vintage Art Deco Diamond Sapphire Sheild Ring Sz 5.75 Platinum Jewelry 1920s
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco diamond & sapphire sheild ring (circa 1920s to 1930s) crafted in
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
WMF art deco jewelry box germany around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
WMF art deco jewelry box germany around 1920s
Very beautiful execution
Brass polished and stove
Category
1920s Austrian Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Brass
Delicate Silver and Carnelian Bracelet, 1920
s Germany
Located in New York, NY
Delicate Sterling and Carnelian Bracelet from the 1920's, Germany. Handmade with long spacer links
Category
1920s German Artisan 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, Sterling Silver
Theater necklace 1920s
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
purple rhinestones. Theater jewelry from the 1920s.
Condition:
Very good condition
Dimensions:
Length
Category
1920s French 1920S Antique Jewelry
$1,669
French Antique 1920’s Limoges 18ct Gold
Pearl Lady Portrait Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Lady Portrait Pendant
18ct Gold
Circa 1920’s
A beautiful, French antique piece. The
Category
Early 20th Century French 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Tiffany
Co. 18kt Yellow Gold and Enamel Small Desk Clock 1920
s
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Yellow Gold with Kiln Fired Enamel Inlay
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Illinois White Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1920
s with Original Dial
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: White Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm "Lug Tip to Lug Tip" X
Category
1920s American Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
White Gold Ring Dark Pink Sapphire Diamond Filigree Art Nouveau 1920
s
Located in Wallkill, NY
Lovely 1920's 14K White Gold Ring. Dark Pink Lab Created Sapphire with Diamonds on each side. The
Category
Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Patek Philippe 18Kt Gold Open Face Pocket Watch circa 1920
s Exhibition Back
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
Philippe Watch Company in the early 1930's when they went bankrupt because of the great depression. Stern
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Birks 14Kt Solid White Gold Ladies Art Deco Two Tone Watch circa 1920
s
By Birks
Located in Long Beach, CA
: 14Kt Solid White Gold / Yellow Gold Back
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 34mm "Lug Tip
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
White Gold
Rolex Hunter
s Case Yellow Gold Filled Pocket Watch circa 1920
s Flawless Dial
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 50mm
MOVEMENT
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Gold-filled
Art Deco Single Diamond Stud Earring Old Euro Mined .20ct Screwback 1920
s
Located in Dearborn, MI
Future Generations
Circa 1920's
The Art Deco Era in Jewelry Design
Genuine Antique; Not a
Category
1920s Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1920
s Deco Marcasite onyx stingray clutch
By Gioia
Located in Westport, CT
Art Deco sterling Marcasite Onyx frame refurbished charcoal stingray clutch Gioia silk interior
Category
Early 20th Century French 1920S Antique Jewelry
Antique 18ct Gold
Platinum 1920’s Diamond Trilogy Crossover Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Diamond 3 Stone Crossover Ring
18ct Gold & Platinum Stamped
Circa 1920’s
Pretty Antique
Category
Early 20th Century English 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Irid Platinum Diamond Bow Brooch Pin Wreath Circa 1920
s 1930
s
Located in Greer, SC
piece for collectors of 1920's to 1930's fine artisan jewelry. Measures 1.35 inches in width by 1.7
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Silvered Art Deco Jewelry Box, Vienna, Around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Silvered Art deco Jewelry Box, Vienna, around 1920s.
Polished and stove enameled.
Category
1920s Austrian Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Brass
Gruen White Gold Filled Art Deco Pocket Watch circa 1920
s with Original Dial
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm / Width 42mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual
Category
1920s American Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Gold-filled
WMF Art Deco Jewelry Box, Vienna, Around 1920s
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Wien, AT
WMF Art Deco jewelry box Vienna around 1920s.
Polished and stove enameled.
Category
1920s Austrian Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Brass
Ruby Red and Gilt Silver Faceted Murano Glass Jewelry Box, Italy 1920s
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning jewelry box in faceted ruby red Murano glass and gilt silver. This incredibly rare piece
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
1920
s Art Deco Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in New Orleans, LA
be cherished for years to come. Whether added to a jewelry collection or given as a meaningful gift
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
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1920S Antique Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact piece of 1920s antique jewelry you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Platinum, Gold and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. If you’re looking for an item from our selection of 1920s antique 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 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. Finding an appealing choice in our collection of 1920s antique jewelry — no matter the origin — is easy, but Cartier, Tiffany
Co. and Patek Philippe each produced a popular version that is worth a look. An object in our assortment of 1920s antique jewelry of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 466, is particularly popular. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also old european cut and old mine cut versions for sale. Most of our 1920s antique jewelry for sale are for women, but there are 267 pieces available to browse for men.
How Much is a 1920S Antique Jewelry?
Prices for a piece of 1920s antique jewelry can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $100 and can go as high as $190,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,524.
Questions About 1920S Antique Jewelry
- What era is 1920s jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023What era 1920s jewelry is depends on its design. Most people associate this decade with the Art Deco movement, which took inspiration from eclectic sources like Cubism, ancient Egypt and Native American, African and Asian motifs. However, some pieces produced during the 1920s are more in line with the style trends of earlier periods, such as Art Nouveau, Edwardian and Victorian. Explore a diverse assortment of 1920s jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022In the 1920s, flappers often wore straight, fitted dresses with plunging necklines and knee-length hems. Fringe was a common embellishment used at the time. Flappers also sported pumps and opted for bras and lingerie instead of corsets for undergarments. Shop a variety of vintage clothing on 1stDibs.
- What do I wear to a 1920s party?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023To a 1920s party, you can wear a short fringed or beaded flapper dress, layers of long beaded or pearl necklaces, elbow-length gloves and a feathered headband. Another option is to wear an off-white men's suit. Shop a selection of vintage apparel on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023In the 1920s, fashionable colors included jewel tones. Fashion, jewelry, furniture and decorative objects often featured jade green, deep reds, amethyst purple, dusty mustard yellow and peacock blue. Find a range of 1920s-era jewelry and fashion on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023In the 1920s, brides often wore tubular-shaped slip dresses with a beaded tunic over top. Hemlines usually fell just below the knee or to the ankle, and many gowns had dropped waists. For headwear, brides often showed off veils attached to cloche or flapper-style headbands. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of wedding dresses from some of the world’s top boutiques.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024The clothing style in the 1920s that most people think of first is the flapper style. Women who dressed in this style sported loose-fitting, short dresses, often outfitted with drop waists and fringe. Small cloche hats and headbands were signature accessories of the flapper look. During the decade, pleated tennis skirts and cardigan sweater sets left the courts and became staples of some women's everyday styles. For men, soft collars replaced stiff, starched ones, and simple single and double-button suit jackets worn without waistcoats became trendy. Trousers also took on a new shape with wider-cut legs, and Oxford bags gained popularity. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of 1920s apparel and accessories.
- What are 1920s dresses called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The iconic dresses from the 1920s are called flapper dresses. This name comes from the term flapper, which was used to describe young women during the period who enjoyed personal fulfillment and independence in American cities, particularly as they gained the right to vote and enjoy other freedoms previously reserved for men. Flappers danced at jazz clubs and upended most societal restrictions placed on women at the time, and fashion statements typically attributed to flappers included short “bob” haircuts, higher hemlines and other then-audacious style choices. Find a selection of flapper dresses on 1stDibs.
- What is 1920s furniture called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024What 1920s furniture is called depends on its style. However, the most prominent design style of the decade was Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Art Deco furniture often featured bold geometric lines, floral forms, shimmering mirrored finishes, sleek metal accents, and the use of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Art Deco furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Flapper dresses from the 1920s came in a range of colors, although darker hues such as black and navy were immensely popular. Flapper dresses were cut with straight and slim silhouettes, were typically knee-length and had a lower neckline. They were often made from silk chiffon and featured beaded details. You’ll find a selection of 1920s flapper dresses from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The type of tile that was used in the 1920s was primarily ceramic. Many shapes were available, including basketweave, penny round, pinwheel, square and subway. Hexagon tiles, however, which are still on trend, have been in use in bathrooms since at least the early 1900s. The choice of hexagonal tiles is believed to have been tied to cleanliness, as the small pieces could stand up to aggressive cleaning and could be easily replaced if needed. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of tiles from some of the world's top sellers.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In the 1700s, popular jewelry types included bracelets, brooches, belt buckles, earrings, rings and necklaces. Additionally, women frequently wore hair jewelry, such as tiaras, hairpins and combs encrusted with precious gemstones. You can find a selection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023In the 1910s, Art Nouveau jewelry was popular. Trends of the time included long necklaces often decorated with tassels and platinum beads. Among gemstones, diamonds and sapphires were in high demand. Find a selection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023During the 1800s, necklaces, earrings, brooches and hair accessories were popular jewelry pieces in styles ranging from Georgian with enamel details to Victorian with floral flourishes. The commonly used gemstones of the 19th century included diamonds, emeralds, rubies, sapphires, garnets and amethysts. Gold was the dominant metal for jewelry, but silver became sought-after during the 1880s and 1890s. Explore an assortment of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023In the 1920s, engagement rings still looked like rings but were representative of a diverse range of styles and influences. Art Deco diamond ring designs took inspiration from the contemporary Cubist movement as well as from ancient Egypt – a revival sparked by the opening of King Tut’s tomb in 1922. Native American, African and Asian motifs also inspired jewelry pieces. Diamonds in square and rectangular shapes incorporating angular steps – like emerald cuts, Asscher cuts and baguettes – were set against black onyx, rubies, sapphires and emeralds to create color-blocking effects. Platinum, 18-karat gold, 14-karat white gold and sterling silver were some of the favored metals of the decade. Find a wide range of Art Deco engagement rings 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 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 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.
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