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1920
s Art Deco FGA confirmed Pigeon Blood Ruby Old Mine Cut Diamond Daisy Ring
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
1920's Art Deco FGA confirmed Pigeon Blood Ruby Old Mine Cut Diamond Daisy Ring
This gorgeous 1920
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1920s German Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Vintage Platinum Bar Brooch with Sapphires and Diamonds, 1920s Italy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage platinum bar brooch with sapphires and brilliant diamonds, Italy circa 1920s
Length 8.5 cm
Category
1920s 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Mauboussin Art Deco Love Birds Ruby and Diamond Pin, ca. 1920s
By Mauboussin
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Mauboussin Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Lovebirds Pin, ca. 1920s
A very romantic Art Deco pin from
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1920s French Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Paste Fob Lapel Watch 1920s (see condition report)
Located in Wilmslow, GB
An Art Deco paste fob watch. An unsigned beauty. During the 1920s & 30s Art Deco style reigned
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1920s Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Two-Tone Gold Sapphire Diamond Pendant Brooch, Circa 1920s
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Rose and Yellow Gold Flower-Shaped Natural Blue Sapphire Diamond Pendant Brooch. The brooch features seven round diamonds and twenty-six round blue sapphires. The individual...
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1920s American Retro 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
1920s Rose Cut Garnet 14 Karat Gold Engraved Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
are rose cut and bezel set in the gold mounting. Early 20th century, 1920's, Netherlands.
The brooch
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Early 20th Century Dutch 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold
Art Deco 3.02ct Diamond Double Clip Brooch, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
: Platinum
Age: 1920s
Category
1920s Unknown Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Turquoise
Silver Ring American, Circa 1920s
Located in Northampton, MA
This sleek, graphic turquoise and silver ring was created near the 1920s, and is consistent in
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Early 20th Century American Native American 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Silver
$880 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique 1920s Platinum, Full Diamond Eternity Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Eternity Ring
Platinum
Circa 1920s
Experience the elegance of this exquisite platinum
Category
Early 20th Century 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 1920s Diamond and Sapphire White Gold Brooch/Pin
Located in Towson, MD
One 14 karat white gold Art Deco brooch set with forty-nine old European cut diamonds approximately 2.29 total carat weight and matching VS2-I1 clarity and G-I color and 12 synthetic...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Gold and Reverse Crystal Large Hound Dog Stick Pin, 1920s
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s 14K Yellow Gold Reverse Essex Crystal Hound Dog Stick pin, measuring 5/8 inch ( 16 MM
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1920s American 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold
Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Brooch Clips circa 1920s in Platinum
Located in Wailea, HI
Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Brooch Clips Circa 1920's in Platinum
Two Cushion Cut Emeralds
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum Diamond and Sapphire Brooch Signed WISE c. 1920s
Located in New York, NY
opulent style of the 1920s–1930s. The design features three hand-carved natural blue sapphires, shaped
Category
1920s American Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco, 3.50ct Diamond and Coral Brooch, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Hand crafted in the 1920s the design of this brooch is purely Art Deco. A trio of carved coral are
Category
1920s Unknown Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Coral, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Tassel Art Deco Pink Beaded Flapper Necklace
Located in London, GB
This vintage 1920s flapper necklace features tiny pink glass beads strung into a long, elegant
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Early 20th Century Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
1920s Czech Art Nouveau Silver Peking Glass Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
This beautiful 1920s Peking glass pendant necklace is most likely to be of Czech origin and we
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1920s Czech Art Nouveau 1920S Antique Jewelry
Art Deco 22.20ct Diamond Bracelet, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Cut
Carat Weight: 22.20 Total
Colour: F-G
Clarity: VS-SI
Metal: Platinum
Age: 1920s
Category
1920s British Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
French Art Deco Synthetic Ruby
Diamond Halo Ring, 18K Gold, Circa 1920
s
Located in Chatham, CA
maker) - France - circa 1920's.
Excellent / mint antique condition - all original - no loss - no damage
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Two Children Antique 1920
s Charms
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Completed by jump ring bales
Tested as 18 karat gold
Circa: 1920
Measures: 1/2 x 7/8 inch - including bale
Category
1920s Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Enamel
Art Deco Cabochon Cut Emerald
Diamond Halo Ring in Platinum Circa 1920
s
Located in Boston, MA
A captivating art deco halo ring featuring a 1.75 carat cabochon cut emerald, exuding a vibrant green hue. The centerpiece is gracefully encircled by a double halo of old mine cut d...
Category
1920s Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Circa 1920s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 5.8 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.80 carat.
The diamond is has G-H color and vs-s1 clarity.
Totally is sapphire 0.35 carat.
Please contact for ...
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1920s European Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$2,400 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Circa 1920s Original Art Deco 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 8.1 grams.
Totally is diamond about 2 carat.
The diamond is has G-H-I color and vs-s1-s2 clarity.
Acid tested to be 18k real gold.
Please cont...
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1920s European Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Deco 4.10ct Diamond Bracelet, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This stunning 1920s diamond bracelet showcases classic deco geometric design. Each section features
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1920s British Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 0.65ct Diamond Solitaire, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Colour: F
Clarity: VS1
Metal: Platinum
Age: 1920s
Size: K
Category
1920s British Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 7.00ct Diamond Bracelet, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This exquisite Art Deco diamond bracelet is a masterpiece of 1920s craftsmanship. At its heart lies
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1920s British Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
French 1920s Diamond Platinum White Gold Link Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Chic diamond link bracelet created in the 1920's. Old European cut diamonds (H-I color, VS-SI2
Category
1920s Unknown 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Antique 1920s Platinum, Full Diamond Eternity Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Eternity Ring
Platinum
Circa 1920s
Step back in time with this exquisite platinum
Category
Early 20th Century European 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, 1920s English Setter Enamel Dog Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Gold & Enamel Dog Brooch
15ct Yellow Gold
Circa 1920s
This exquisite 1920s brooch
Category
Early 20th Century English 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Tiffany
Co. Ruby and Diamond Platinum Bracelet, Art Deco, 1920s
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Roma, RM
An elegant Art Deco bracelet by Tiffany & Co., dating to the 1920s, finely crafted in platinum and
Category
1920s American Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby
Columbian Emerald, Diamond and Onyx Art Deco Brooch, ca. 1920s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
An emerald, diamond and onyx Art Deco brooch, ca. 1920, in platinum.
The facetted square emerald
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1920s Swedish Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Platinum
Art Deco 0.70ct Diamond Solitaire, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
: VS2
Metal: Platinum
Age: 1920s
Size: L
Category
1920s British Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 0.75ct Diamond Solitaire, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
: Diamond
Stone Shape: Old Cut
Carat Weight: 0.75
Colour: F
Clarity: SI1
Metal: Platinum
Age: 1920s
Size: J
Category
1920s British Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
1920s Diamond and White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 1920s 0.78 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold five stone cocktail ring
Category
1920s Unknown 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 1920s Red Glass Vintage Tasseled Flapper Necklace
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
This is a delightful example of a 1920s tasseled flapper necklace.
Condition Report:
Very Good
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1920s Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Art Deco 0.52ct Diamond Solitaire, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Colour: G
Clarity: VS1
Metal: Platinum
Age: 1920s
Size: J
Category
1920s British Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 5.50ct Diamond Earrings, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Metal: Platinum
Age: 1920s
Category
1920s British Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
1920
s Art Deco 1.80ct Diamond Solitaire White Gold Ring Size 7 US HRD Certified
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
This is an authentic 1920s Art Deco diamond ring, and it has all the details that make this period
Category
1920s German Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Trifari KTF Late 1920s Art Deco Paste Vintage Bracelet
By Trifari
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
So very Deco, this bracelet dates from the late 1920s and is an early creation by Trifari
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1920s American Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Antique Large 9ct Gold, 1920s Three Graces Shell Cameo Portrait Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Cameo Brooch
9ct Gold Hallmark
Circa 1920s
An impressive oval shell cameo brooch
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Early 20th Century English 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold
Art Deco 2.82ct Diamond Solitaire Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Metal: Platinum
Age: 1920s
Size: L 1/2
Category
1920s British Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 9ct Rose Gold, 1920s Three Graces Shell Cameo Portrait Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Cameo Brooch
9ct Gold
Circa 1920s
Step back in time with this exquisite 1920s 9ct rose
Category
Early 20th Century English 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Art Deco Enamelled Fish
Wheel Fob Watch Croton 1920s (see condition)
By Croton
Located in Wilmslow, GB
brand that is already making a name for itself in the jewellery world both at home and internationally
Category
1920s Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
1920
s Art Deco Toi Moi Diamond Pearl Ring in 14K Solid Gold Size 7.5 US
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
1920's Art Deco Toi Moi Diamond Pearl Ring in 14K Solid Gold Size 7.5 US
This exquisite 1920’s Art
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1920s Dutch Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Art Deco 0.60ct Diamond Solitaire Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the 1920s this beautiful ring is classically Art Deco. A single baguette cut diamond
Category
1920s British Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 1.85ct Diamond Solitaire Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This beautiful solitaire design was hand crafted in the 1920s. The Art Deco piece showcases a
Category
1920s British Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Flapper Glass Red sautoir Necklace Art Deco 1920s
Located in Wallkill, NY
A STUNNING FLAPPER Glass Necklace Circa 1920s Art Deco, NO clasp. Beads measures 22.90mm x 7.5mm
Category
1920s Unknown Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Art Deco Green Chalcedony Glass
Paste Sautoir 1920s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A beautiful and rare Art Deco Green Chalcedony Glass & Paste sautoir necklace dating to the 1920s
Category
1920s Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Black Enamel
Silver Chain Necklace
Located in London, GB
A beautifully refined piece from the Art Deco era, this 1920s chain necklace features elongated
Category
1920s English Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Silver, Enamel
1920s Natural Pearl and Diamond Ring – CISGEM Certified
Located in Roma, RM
An elegant and refined ring from the 1920s, featuring three natural pearls of fine luster, arranged
Category
1920s British 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
French Bulldog On Chain/Marvel Hood Figurine/Art Deco/1920
s/Marble Stand
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
x 3.5 inch
Time period of origin: 1920's
Material: Bronze silvered with marble stand
Country of
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1920s 1920S Antique Jewelry
Antique Platinum, 1920s Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Bow Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Bow Brooch
Platinum
Circa 1920s
This exquisite art deco brooch is designed in the shape
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 0.92ct Diamond Solitaire Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
: 18ct White Gold, Platinum
Age: 1920s
Size: N
Category
1920s British Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 1.10ct Diamond Solitaire, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
White Gold
Age: 1920s
Size: L
Category
1920s British Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
French 1920s Natural Ceylon Sapphire Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
weight of the jewel : 10,7 g approximately.
Authentic antique jewel - French work from the 1920s.
Our
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1920s French Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
Art Deco 0.80ct Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
: Old Cut
Carat Weight: 0.80
Colour: G
Clarity: VS2
Metal: 18ct White Gold, Platinum
Age: 1920s
Size: M
Category
1920s British Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Circa 1920s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 3.9 grams.
Totally is main brilliant cut diamond 0.10 ct.
Totally is side rose cut diamond 0.25 ct.
The diamond is has H-I-J color and s1-s2-s...
Category
1920s French Art Deco 1920S Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Deco 1.50ct Diamond Solitaire Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Colour: G
Clarity: VS1
Metal: Platinum
Age: 1920s
Size: L
Category
1920s British 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.
- 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 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 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 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.
- 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.
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