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Antique 18k Gold and Corallium Rubrum Necklace
Located in Firenze, IT
Composed of thirtyfive corallium rubrum beads, measuring approximately 11.9 to 4.6mm, interspersed
Category
1890s Italian Victorian Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Exceptional Large Natural Vermillion Color Faceted Antique Baltic Amber Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Composed of 67 hand faceted graduated amber beads measuring 31mm to 13mm, well matched, translucent, some
Category
19th Century Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Amber
Theater Silvery Metal Drama Arm Bracelet with Rhinestones
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Theater - Silvery metal arm bracelet with rhinestones, pearls and pearly cabochons.
Additional information:
Condition: Good condition
Dimensions: Length: 30 cm
Seller Reference: TBRA1
Category
1920s Antique Beaded Jewelry
Antique Victorian 15ct Gold Archaeological Revival Collar Necklace, 1880s
Located in London, GB
the goldsmithing techniques rediscovered during major archaeological excavations in Italy, jewellery
Category
1880s British Revival Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Art Deco Lariat Necklace
Located in New York, NY
pearl micro seed beads.
Beautifully crafted with hand blown glass faux pearl and crystal paste rondelle
Category
1920s French Art Deco Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
Victorian 14K Gold Silver Antique 5 Carat Diamond Bracelet US 7.25 Inch 18.9 gr
Located in Los Angeles, CA
say 5 Carat total weight of Old European Cut Diamonds
Bead Set on silver and 14 K gold
Panels 1/2
Category
1880s American Victorian Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
1786 -1567 BC Hyksos Scarabs Egyptian Revival Necklace 18K Gold /37.5cm/51gr
Located in SE
example of Egyptian Revival jewelry composed of 14 genuine ca.1786 -1567 BC ancient Hyksos Egyptian
Category
15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Egyptian Revival Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Art Deco Single Pearl Strand 2.90 Ct Natural Sapphire Diamond Platinum Clasp
Located in Napoli, IT
-strung with individual knotted silk technique
Elegant, classy, statement of the old jewellery, not easy
Category
1920s Art Deco Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Victorian Pique Bracelet
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Pique Bracelet
9ct Rose Gold
Circa 1880
Fabulous Victorian Pique (Tortoise Shell) Bracelet. Beautiful ‘Beehive’ Shaped Links, Inlayed with a Rose Gold Band & Pretty Lit...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Genuine Natural Stone Cameo Victorian XL Gold Slide Bracelet
#J4362
Located in Big Bend, WI
Victorian slides 1880-1890's on 1940's gold filled beads. The safety chain and clasp is 14k yellow gold
Category
19th Century Victorian Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold
Maison Gripoix Ruby Pate de Verre Necklace
By Maison Gripoix
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Ruby pate de verre rondel bead necklace with pave ball spacers from Maison Gripoix. Hand
Category
1920s French Art Deco Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal, Silver Plate, Brass, Bronze
Maison Gripoix Art Deco Sautoir
By Maison Gripoix
Located in New York, NY
Early Maison Gripoix 1920s sautoir. Elegantly composed of crystal pate de verre teardrop bead
Category
1920s French Art Deco Antique Beaded Jewelry
Edwardian South Sea Pearl Necklace with Diamond + Ruby Clasp
Located in Narberth, PA
that displays a fantastic radiant motif with intricate milgrain detail, encrusted with 20 bead-set Rose
Category
Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
Gold Plated and Black Enamel Bangle Bracelet with Faux Turquoise Stones
Located in London, GB
Fabulous ornate gold plated and black enamel bracelet set with hubbell stones (faux turquoise). Measuring inside diameter length 6.1 cm / 2.4 inches by inside width 5 cm / 1.9 inches...
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate, Enamel
Louis Rousselet Art Deco Necklace
By Louis Rousselet
Located in New York, NY
pate de verre beads, jet and chinese rondelles with round stacked caps of gilt and silver plated metal
Category
1920s French Art Deco Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Silver Plate, Gilt Metal
Antique Amethyst paste riviere necklace, sterling silver, 19th Century
Located in NEWARK, GB
A tremendously good antique riviere necklace.
Early Victorian era this beautiful antique riviere necklace borrows much of its design elements from the Georgian era, it showcases won...
Category
19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Greek 4th C. BC Coin Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Authentic Greek Silver Hemidrachm Coin from Sikyonia (Sicyon), 360 - 330 BC, set in a 22k Gold Bezel on a 18" Necklace made of Ancient Middle Eastern Glass and Bronze Accent Space...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Classical Greek Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
22k Gold, Bronze
Art deco diamonds and pearls triple strand bracelet platinum
Located in London, GB
Art deco diamonds and pearl triple strand bracelet in platinum.
Composed of round brilliant diamond and pearl triple strand bracelet mounted in platinum clasp.
The width of the pearl...
Category
16th Century European Art Deco Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage Amethyst Diamond Pearl Necklace 10.65ct Antique Victorian 14K
Located in Dearborn, MI
Gold
10.65 Carat Gemstone & Diamond Weight
Circa 1900's
The Victorian Era of Jewelry Design
Category
Early 1900s Victorian Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14kt Yellow Gold Diamond Turquoise Triple Strand Cultured Pearl Bracelet
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
Antique Victorian 14kt gold, hand knotted triple strand pearl bracelet . Bracelet clasp is very ornate and has a large turquoise cabochon surrounded by small silver toped rose cut d...
Category
Early 20th Century English Victorian Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold
Victorian Large Hand Carved Lava Cameo Link Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
three-stranded gold beaded chain, and the necklace fastens at a large gold push clasp in the back. There
Category
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold
Art Deco Pearl, Ruby and Diamond Evening Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A sumptuous Art Deco Bracelet showcasing seven rows of natural pearls linked to two beautiful Ruby and Diamond Clasps. The bracelet is accompanied by its original box from George H. ...
Category
1920s American Art Deco Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby
GRS Cert 16.10 Gr Graduated Swiss Pearl Strand with Diamond and Sapphire Clasp
Located in New York, US
A graduated pearl strand with a diamond and sapphire clasp.
- Pearls graduating in size from approximately 3.6 - 7.2mm
- Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 0.20 carat
- Sa...
Category
1920s Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire
Antique Etruscan Revival Gold Fringe Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Antique Etruscan Revival 18k gold necklace with drop pendants all around. Necklace shows original gold patina, adding the piece a unique and deep color hue. Necklace us 14" long, dr...
Category
19th Century Etruscan Revival Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Gold
Victorian Orange Chalcedony
Pearl Necklace, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
A charming Victorian necklace featuring a classic combination of pearls and chalcedony. There are a total of 18 orange chalcedony's which complement the clusters of small natural sal...
Category
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Chalcedony, Pearl, 18k Gold
Modernist Bold Double Stand Pearl Necklace with Lapis, Gold and Diamond Clasps
Located in New York, NY
These very chic double strand pearls are a fine creamy rose luster and are approximately 7 mm and have 188 pearls joined by two 18k yellow gold clasps set with lapis and 6 round cut ...
Category
1870s Italian Modernist Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
GIA Certified Jadeite Jade Platinum Yellow Gold Graduated Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
GIA Certified A grade natural untreated, well polished Jadeite Jade graduated necklace. circa 1900 with platinum top and 14k gold catch. 16 inches.
62 mottled green jadeite jade, ...
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond and Sapphire Line Bracelet
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond and Sapphire Line Bracelet. This incredible Art Deco bracelet has approximately 12 cts of diamonds and approximately 10 cts o...
Category
Early 19th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Hand Made Uncut Diamond and Green Glass Polki Necklace in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This gorgeous, one-of-a-kind Polki necklace is absolutely stunning. The bold color and size of the rich green glass stones really makes a statement, while the natural diamonds add an...
Category
Early 20th Century Indian Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Coomi 20K Gold, Turquoise, Sapphire, Diamond Necklace
By Coomi
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Hand made Coomi Affinity collection necklace set in 20K yellow gold with 398.73cts turquoise, 0.25cts blue sapphire, and 0.95cts diamonds. Necklace measures 18" in length.
Category
15th Century and Earlier Thai Artisan Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Bronze
Antique Cultured Pearl and 14K Gold Four-Strand Necklace
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A beautiful freshwater cultured pearl necklace featuring a round 14K gold clasp. The ornate clasp is set with twelve clear cultured pearls, finely surrounded by delicate filigree and...
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Victorian Amethyst and Gold Parure
Located in New York, NY
An English Victorian 18 karat gold and amethyst parure of a rivière necklace and drop earrings. The rivière features 20 deeply-colored oval amethysts on a horizontal orientation set ...
Category
1880s English Victorian Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Gold
Multicolored Moonstone Palais Royal Grand Tour Scent Bottle with Seal
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
Luna Necklace.
During the Victorian Era, young American adults often spent a year abroad studying all that Europe had to offer, in order to broaden their horizons. This year of tra...
Category
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, Moonstone, Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Vermeil, Sterling Sil...
$1,028 Sale Price
20% Off
Victorian Black Enamel Pansy Gold Brooch with Matching Pearl Bracelet
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Antique black enamel and seed pearl 14k gold pansy brooch that attaches to the bracelet through a tunnel that the pin goes into on the top of the gold clasp. The brooch and the 2 sp...
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
Pink Tourmaline Rose Quartz Georgian Paste Polka Dot Enamel Heart Locket
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
Micheline Necklace.
Delicate pink tourmaline has been bezel set in oxidized silver and intercepted with marquise cut rose quartz, flanked with seed pearls and crystal rondelles. Th...
Category
19th Century American Georgian Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Quartz, Tourmaline, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
$1,148 Sale Price
20% Off
Mother of Pearl Monogram Gaming Counter Lavender Moon Quartz Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
La Finesse Armorial Monogram Necklace.
This beautiful and delicately carved Chinese gaming counter (circa 1810) has found a new life as the centerpiece of a stunning and elegant n...
Category
Early 19th Century American Georgian Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Quartz, 14k Gold, Aluminum, Sterling S...
$972 Sale Price
20% Off
A Large Chinese Carved Wood Figure of Guanyin, Late Qing Dynasty
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
‘One who hears the cries of the world.’ The rather androgynous figure is adorned with beaded jewellery
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Hardwood
Large Antique Indian Hindu Temple Nandi Bull Bronze Copper Alloy Statue
Located in Forney, TX
comprehensive muscular structure, beaded jewelry decoration, natural looking horns, utter and teats, curved tail
Category
19th Century Indian Folk Art Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Metal, Bronze, Copper
Antique Naga white heart bead necklace Konyak North India Asian Tribal Jewellery
Located in London, GB
This rare authentic antique Naga beaded necklace is a stunning large long multi-strand ceremonial
Category
Early 20th Century Indian Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Glass, Beads
Antique Tibetan Natural Amber Coral and Gold Bead Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Rare Large Tibetan Natural Copal Amber, Coral and Gold bead Necklace…Beautiful in its simplicity
Category
Late 19th Century Artisan Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Amber, Coral, Gold Plate
Antique Gold Coral Bead Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The oval pendant set with polished pale orange coral buttons suspended from a decorative yellow gold fancy link chain set at intervals with ten smaller clusters of similar pale orang...
Category
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Gold
Vintage Baltic Amber Necklace 38.72g 27.5" Egg-Shaped Graduated Beads Natural
Located in Media, PA
natural amber beads, each displaying the warm golden-to-butterscotch hues characteristic of genuine Baltic
Category
1920s Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Amber
Antique Gold and Malachite Bead Archaeological Revival Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
a gold foxtail chain suspending five malachite beads of varying sizes from gold rings with rope
Category
1870s Etruscan Revival Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Malachite, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Necklace Choker Silver Guilt Filigree Facetted Garnet Beads
Located in Munich, Bavaria
beads. Each row of beads fearures a bead, made out of silver guilt wire, in the centre.
Category
1790s European Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, Silver
14K Etruscan Revival Jade and Gold Bead Necklace
Located in Hummelstown, PA
beads alternating with gold cannetille beads. Masterfully hand-fabricated in 14K yellow gold with a
Category
1880s Etruscan Revival Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Jade, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Sentimental Jewellery Love Token Pearl 14K Gold Heart Brooch Pendant
Located in Munich, Bavaria
sentimental jewellery is covered entirely with individually set and beautifully chosen natural oriental
Category
1880s American Belle Époque Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Banded Agate Bead Cat Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
fashioned from a spherical bead of banded brown and white agate, with the head, paws and tail in 18 karat
Category
1910s Italian Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 20.25Ct Coral and Diamond, 22k Yellow Gold Jewellery Set
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
and estate jewelry collections.
This stunning antique Victorian jewellery set, consisting of a
Category
1920s Unknown Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Ridged Bell with Rose Quartz Bead Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
, mounted to the base with a spherical rose quartz bead. Unmarked but tested as 18 karat gold.
Dimensions
Category
1920s French Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
28 Ct White Topaz Pendant Pearl Enamel Yellow Gold Onyx Beads, 1890
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
and a collector’s piece. Matches perfectly by the Onyx beads.
Design & Gemstones
Center stone
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Topaz, Onyx, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Edwardian Coral Beaded Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous coral beaded necklace is graduated in size as you get to the centre of the length
Category
1910s British Edwardian Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Coral
Victorian necklace with coral beads necklace 40 cm long 84.9 grams 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold clasp set with a coral on a 9-strand coral bead necklace – 84.9 grams – 40 cm long
Category
1870s Dutch High Victorian Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Coral, 14k Gold
19th Century Fine Pearl Turquoise Beads 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
jewelry since 1975, we deliver all our jewel with their certificate of authenticity, written by our
Category
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Natural Pearl, Pearl, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Carmel Ring 14k White Gold Diamond Ring 0.45ct Sparkling Jewelry
Located in Greeneville, TN
✨ Timeless Beauty with a Touch of Sparkle ✨
The Carmel Ring, crafted in radiant 14k white gold, features 0.45ct shimmering diamonds for a design that exudes sophistication and charm....
Category
15th Century and Earlier American Modern Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Antique Chinese Rose Quartz Beaded Choker Necklace Retailed by John Wannamaker
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine, antique Chinese beaded jade necklace.
With large hand knotted, 16 mm carved rose
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Quartz, Sterling Silver
Vintage FR Coconut Beaded Choker Necklace
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Coconut beaded choker necklaces are cherished for their natural, earthy aesthetics and bohemian
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Beaded Jewelry
Antique 14k Gold Coral Beaded Necklace
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
beautiful two rows-strand coral necklace is strung with small coral beads approx. 3.75mm and the strands
Category
1890s Dutch Victorian Antique Beaded Jewelry
Materials
Coral, 14k Gold
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Antique Beaded Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact piece of antique beaded jewelry you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 921 vintage or 3 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for an item from our selection of antique beaded 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 21st Century. A choice in our collection of antique beaded jewelry from Karen Sugarman Designs, Muzeion and Vicki Orr — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. An object in our assortment of antique beaded jewelry of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Pearl, from our inventory of 248, is particularly popular. A bead version of this piece has appeal, but there are also round cut and mixed cut versions for sale. When shopping for an option in this array of antique beaded jewelry, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.
How Much is a Antique Beaded Jewelry?
The price for a piece of antique beaded jewelry starts at $108 and tops out at $135,771 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $3,375.
Questions About Antique Beaded Jewelry
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Identifying an antique bead is a careful art. First inspect the bead for any seams that could indicate it was molded in a contemporary fashion. Antique beads tend to have a larger center hole. Inspect the bead for signs of natural age. An expert can help you confirm the approximate age of your bead. Shop a range of antique beads from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell if a beaded purse is an antique, first look at the frame. Antiques will usually have die-stamped frames, so you should be able to see the pattern on both sides of the metal. The frame is typically cast with newer bags, resulting in the pattern only being on one side. Next, examine the clasps. If your bag is antique, you should be able to detect a gap or seam where the maker soldered on the clasp, while a newer reproduction will frequently have a one-piece clasp and frame with no seams. Finally, look at the interior lining. Antique purses often have a ribbon sewn onto the seam where the lining meets the frame, but this detail will usually not be present on a reproduction. If you have doubts about your bag's age, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of beaded bags.
- 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 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.
- Is antique jewelry worth money?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024Yes, some antique jewelry is worth money. Precious metals and gemstones like platinum, gold, silver, diamonds and emeralds have value on their own. Even costume jewelry made of less expensive materials may prove valuable due to its style or maker. Because the condition also impacts the potential value of antique pieces, you may wish to have your jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique jewelry.
- 1stDibs 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023To tell if jewelry is vintage or antique, first look for any hallmarks that signify its maker. You can use trusted online resources to research when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours to roughly estimate its age. Jewelry is vintage if it's between 20 and 99 years old, and antique if it is 100 years old or more. If you're unable to locate a maker's hallmark, becoming familiar with the materials and other characteristics used during different eras of jewelry can help you date your piece. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage and antique jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, some antique jewelry does go up in value. It is important to note that demand as well as the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. A certain historical period’s jewelry may be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with precious gems may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and estimate its value. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany Co., Van Cleef Arpels, BVLGARI and others. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if jewelry is antique gold, take it to a licensed appraiser experienced in evaluating jewelry. It is difficult to identify jewelry materials using only the naked eye and online resources. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted gold jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell if antique jewelry is real gold, you can first perform a simple home test. Position a magnet near the jewelry. Since gold isn't naturally magnetic, the attraction between the magnet and your piece usually indicates that your jewelry is, at most, gold-plated or crafted out of an entirely different metal. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler can also help you determine what your antique jewelry is made of. Shop a diverse assortment of antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
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