Question 1

Is costume jewelry valuable?

Accepted Answer

Costume jewelry is very desirable on the secondhand market. There are many collectible costume jewelry brands that are quite valuable.

Question 2

How can you tell how old costume jewelry is?

Accepted Answer

To tell how old costume jewelry is, first look for identifying marks. You can then use trusted online resources to determine who made the piece. Once you know the maker, you can then research their designs to try and estimate the age. The best way to determine how old a piece of costume jewelry is would be to consult a knowledgeable appraiser or antique jewelry dealer for assistance with dating the accessory. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of vintage and antique jewelry.

Question 3

How old is vintage costume jewelry?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 4

What is Chanel costume jewelry made out of?

Accepted Answer

Chanel uses a variety of materials to produce costume jewelry. Most pieces are non-precious metals with resin, glass and crystal used in place of genuine pearls and gemstones. Some designs incorporate real leather or fabrics like velvet. You'll find a variety of Chanel jewelry on 1stDibs.

Question 5

How do you identify vintage costume jewelry?

Accepted Answer

To identify vintage costume jewelry, you'll need to determine if your piece is between 20 and 99 years old. To do so, see if you can locate a maker's mark. You're most likely to find it in an inconspicuous area, such as an inner edge or a clasp. Using trusted online resources, search for the mark to learn who the maker is, then read more about it to get an idea of when it produced items similar to yours. Alternatively, you can consider having a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer help identify your costume jewelry. On 1stDibs, find a selection of vintage costume jewelry.

Question 6

Where can I buy Chanel costume jewelry?

Accepted Answer

You can buy Chanel costume jewelry directly from the brand’s official website as well as in its boutiques. See the site’s store locator in order to find the official Chanel boutique nearest you. You can also find Chanel products on offer at any of the luxury house’s authorized retailers as well as through resellers.

Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel introduced her costume jewelry in the 1920s, when the economy was roaring and fine jewelry was the main mode of adornment among her clients. Fearless about giving offense, Chanel proclaimed, “I love fakes because I find such jewelry provocative, and I find it disgraceful to walk around with millions of dollars around your neck, just because you are rich.” Then, in 1932, in the midst of the Great Depression, Chanel dramatically switched gears and designed her first and only diamond jewelry collection, Bijoux de Diamants.

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Question 7

Is any costume jewelry worth money?

Accepted Answer

Yes, some costume jewelry is worth money. Because costume jewelry doesn't often feature precious metals or genuine gemstones, its value usually comes from other aspects, such as the maker, style, type, condition and age. Vintage costume jewelry produced by Trifari, Chanel, Christian Dior, Miriam Haskell, Sarah Coventry and Kenneth Jay Lane are just some examples of pieces that may be sought after by collectors. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can be of assistance when determining how much your costume jewelry may be worth. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of costume jewelry.

Question 8

Does Dior costume jewelry tarnish?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Dior costume jewelry will tarnish over time if not properly taken care of. Be sure to avoid getting fragrances and creams on your jewelry, and clean your accessories every so often to help it last. Shop a collection of Dior jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 9

Why is Chanel costume jewelry so expensive?

Accepted Answer

Although costume jewelry is usually more affordable because many Chanel costume pieces have a timeless style as well as good craftsmanship, they hold their value and so can be sold at an expensive price.

Question 10

How do I know what costume jewelry is worth money?

Accepted Answer

To know what costume jewelry is worth money, one option is to conduct some online research. You can read articles on trusted websites to find out what types of pieces and makers are highly sought after. Another approach is to peruse the sold sections of reputable online platforms to get a feel for the selling prices of different types of jewelry. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of jewelry from some of the world's top dealers.

Question 11

What brand of costume jewelry is worth money?

Accepted Answer

Many different costume jewelry brands are worth money. Along with the maker, factors that determine the value of costume jewelry include style, type, materials, age and condition. Some brands of costume jewelry that collectors tend to seek out include Trifari, Miriam Haskell, Schiaparelli, Coro, Weiss, Sarah Coventry, Kramer, Hobe, Kenneth Jay Lane, Chanel, Christian Dior and Vendome. If you're interested in how much pieces in your own collection may be worth, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can be of assistance. Find a diverse assortment of costume jewelry on 1stDibs.

Question 12

How can you tell if costume jewelry is real gold?

Accepted Answer

To tell if costume jewelry is real gold, try placing a magnet near it. Genuine gold isn't magnetic, so if you notice any attraction, the piece is unlikely to be solid gold. Hallmarks, such as 14K or 10K, can also help you identify gold jewelry. However, keep in mind that, by definition, costume jewelry is usually made out of inexpensive materials. As a result, most costume jewelry brands don't use real gold. If they do, the gold is most likely plated, meaning that the jewelry is predominantly a base metal to which a thin layer of gold gets applied as a finish. A certified appraiser or experienced jeweler can also help you determine if your jewelry is gold. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of gold jewelry.

Question 13

How can you tell if Chanel costume jewelry is real?

Accepted Answer

To tell if Chanel costume jewelry is real, look at the maker's markings. The French luxury fashion house has changed its costume jewelry marks many times over the years. By comparing images of the marks found on authentic pieces produced around the same time as your jewelry shared on trusted online resources, you can spot inconsistencies in the wording, font and other characteristics that may indicate your item is a replica. Generally, Chanel hallmarks will be evenly spaced, properly aligned and deeply stamped onto the surface of jewelry. Shallow, poorly spaced or crooked markings usually indicate counterfeit jewelry. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can assist you with the authentication process. Find a range of Chanel jewelry on 1stDibs.

Question 14

How did people dress in the 1990s?

Accepted Answer

In the 1990s, people dressed in different ways. Styles included grunge, modern preppy, hip-hop and goth. Some trends of the decade were slip dresses, plaid flannel shirts, long plaid skirts, overalls, combat boots and loose-fitting rolled jeans. Neon colors were popular for a time, as were fabric headbands and fabric-covered ponytail holders. Shop a selection of 90s vintage apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.

Question 15

Who were famous designers in the 1990s?

Accepted Answer

Famous fashion designers in the 1990s include Vivienne Westwood, Miuccia Prada, Jean Paul Gaultier and Thierry Mugler.

For collectors and fashion lovers all over the world, ‘90s fashion has become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers, who never wear the same thing twice. And because fast fashion didn’t yet exist, 1990s fashion trends and apparel — vintage '90s clothing, handbags and accessories — have a quality appreciated by the millennial generation: authenticity.

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Question 16

How much were Chanel bags in the 1990s?

Accepted Answer

How much Chanel bags cost in the 1990s varied from piece to piece and from year to year. For example, in 1990, the iconic Chanel flap bag's price was $1,150. When adjusted for inflation, that is around $2,280 in today's money. Shop a diverse assortment of Chanel bags on 1stDibs.

Question 17

What jewelry was popular in the 1700s?

Accepted Answer

In 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.

Question 18

What jewelry was popular in the 1910s?

Accepted Answer

In 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.

Question 19

What jewelry was popular in the 1800s?

Accepted Answer

During 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.

Question 20

What era is 1920s jewelry?

Accepted Answer

What 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.

1990s Costume Jewelry

Late 20th Century Italian Retro Retro Bracelets

A 1990s Costume Jewelry Italian Bracelet

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

1990s Costume Jewelry Panther Necklace by Bijoux Cascio

Late 20th Century Italian Romantic Chain Necklaces

1990s Costume Jewelry Brass Heart Chain Necklace by Mila Schon

Late 20th Century Italian Retro Stud Earrings

1990s Costume Jewelry Gilded Brass and Rhinestones Italian Clip-on Earrings

Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

1990s Costume Jewelry Green Logo Chain Necklace by Roberta di Camerino

Vintage 1980s Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Vintage Gold-Tone Necklace with Hearts and Stars

Late 20th Century Italian Retro Brooches

1990s High Quality Costume Jewelry Italian Big Brooch

Late 20th Century French Retro Brooches

1990s Elegant Costume Jewelry Brooch by Yves Saint Laurent

Late 20th Century French Art Deco Brooches

1990s Elegant Costume Jewelry Brooch by Yves Saint Laurent

Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Chain Necklaces

1990s Gold-Tone Costume jewelry Italian Charms Necklace

Late 20th Century French Retro Chandelier Earrings

1990s Amazing Costume Jewelry Chandelier Earrings by Antigona Paris

20th Century French Beaded Necklaces

Chanel Costume Pearl Necklace, 1990s

20th Century French Multi-Strand Necklaces

Chanel Costume Pearl Two-Row Necklace, 1990s

1990s Italian Brooches

1990s Valentino Couture Gold Tone White Opal Turtle Costume Brooch

1990s Italian Chain Bracelets

1990s Gianni Versace Silver Medusa Medallion Costume Link Bracelet

1990s Italian Clip-on Earrings

1990s Gianni Versace Costume Gold Square Rhinestone Clip On Earrings

20th Century French Beaded Necklaces

Chanel Necklace in Gold-Plated Metal and Costume Pearly Beads, 1990s

1990s German Black Forest Collectible Jewelry

Antique Traditional Costume Chain Made from Antlers, 1990s

20th Century French Beaded Necklaces

Chanel Necklace in Costume Pearly Beads and Gold-Plated Metal, 1990s

Late 20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Chanel Large Costume Pearl Resin Disc Clip-On Earrings circa 1990s

1990s Clip-on Earrings

1990s Gianni Versace Large Round Gold Medusa Logo Costume Clip on Earrings

1990s Italian Retro Clip-on Earrings

1990s Modern Gilded Brass and Rhinestones Italian Clip on Earrings

Vintage 1980s American Contemporary Brooches

Vintage Lunch at The Ritz Red Macaw Parrot Brooch Moveable Enamel Statement Pin

1990s French Drop Necklaces

Christian Dior by John Galliano Extra Long Amber and Metal Tassel Necklace, 1998

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1990s Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Carlo Zini Milano Earrings Vintage Costume Jewelry, Italy, 1990s

1990s Italian Brooches

1990s Yves Saint Laurent oversize gold Heart Brooch

21st Century and Contemporary French Cuff Bracelets

Chanel Golden Metal with Costume Pearls Bracelet, 1990s

20th Century French More Necklaces

Chanel "Cage" Costume Pearl Necklace, 1990s

1990s French Brooches

Chanel Brooch with Glass Paste Cabochons and Costume Pearls, 1990s

20th Century French Beaded Necklaces

Chanel Necklace with Costume Pearls, 1990s

20th Century French More Necklaces

Chanel Golden Metal Necklace with Costume Pearls, 1990s

20th Century French More Necklaces

Chanel Golden Metal and Costume Pearl Necklace, 1990s

20th Century French Beaded Necklaces

Chanel Costume Pearl Necklace with Round Golden Metal Medallions, 1985s-1990s

1990s French Chain Necklaces

Chanel Costume Pearl Sautoir/ Necklace with Golden Metal Rhinestone, 1990s

20th Century French Choker Necklaces

Chanel Necklace in Costume Pearls and Gold-Plated Metal, 1990s

20th Century French Multi-Strand Necklaces

Chanel Three-Row Necklace with Costume Pearls Assembled with Knotw, 1990s

20th Century French Choker Necklaces

Chanel Short Multi-Row Necklace with Baroque-Style Costume Pearly Beads, 1990s

Vintage 1980s French Contemporary Link Bracelets

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Gold Plated Bracelet with YSL logo

1990s French Gothic Revival Collectible Jewelry

Rare Chanel Brooch, 1994 Spring, Robert Goossens Maison Gripoix, Lagerfeld