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Amazing Victorian Tortoise Cameo Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful Mid Victorian Tortoise Cameo Necklace. Massive and beautifully carved with central pendant depicting the Goddess Luna, personifying the moon and all her attributes....insti...
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1860s French Victorian Antique Black Jewelry

Late Victorian Murano Glass Mosaic on Black Jet Stone
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Late Victorian Murano glass mosaic on a black jet stone set in a golden filigree backing
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1890s American Late Victorian Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Murano Glass

Antique Victorian Style Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Platinum Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
carats. Diamond grading: color grade: H – I. Clarity grade: SI1. Centering one fine quality black
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19th Century Victorian Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, Platinum

Unusual Sterling Indian Chief Hat Pin
Located in New York, NY
popular theme with silverware and jewelry manufacturers at the end of the 19th Century. Companies such as
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1890s American Victorian Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Chinese Enamel and Lapis Glass Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Antique Chinese Enamel and Lapis Glass Necklace of silver circa 1900's. Central motif enameled in green and blue with lapis pate de verre drop. Faux turquoise and hardstone beads on...
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Early 1900s Chinese Victorian Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Schiaparelli Haute Couture Aqua and Enamel Cuff, 1930 s
By Schiaparelli
Located in New York, NY
against a contrasting ground of black enamel. Reminiscent of jeweled cuffs made in the period for her
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Black Jewelry

Victorian Whitby Jet Buckle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Whitby Jet Buckle Bracelet on elastic from the late 19th Century. Bars of jet form the links which are centered on a hand carved, circular buckle form motif. 1880's UK. Exc...
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1880s British Victorian Antique Black Jewelry

Massive 19th Century Georgian Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
earrings are referenced on page 37 in “Georgian Jewellery 1714 - 1830” by Dawes and Collings.
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Late 19th Century Italian Georgian Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

10k Gold, 9k Gold

19th Century Golden Black Lacquer Chinese Jewelry Box with Dragon Feet
Located in Brea, CA
19th century lift-lid gilt-decorated golden black lacquer Chinese jewelry box with dragon feet and
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Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Lacquer

Super Long Art Deco Amythest Crystal Chain
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Amythest Crystal Chain in super long length. Clasp allows chain to be wrapped multiple times or worn singley. Amythest glass crystals set in brass. 1920's USA. Excellent con...
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1920s American Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Brass

Early 19th Century French Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Early 19th Century French Hoop form earrings which close back to front. Handmade and designed with a Maltese cross pendant hanging in the center of each hoop. Early 19th Century. 1....
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1820s French Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

Antique 12K Gold Sapphire Mine Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Wallkill, NY
storefront for hundreds of items including New, Never worn vintage Jewelry as well as more vintage and
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1910s Unknown Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Czechoslovakian Suite
Located in New York, NY
Attractive necklace and bracelet combination from Czechoslovakia circa 1930s. Glass stones in lapis and amzonite in deco shapes are set within gilt etched brass settings.
Neck...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Black Jewelry

Victorian Architectural Enamel Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Simple and striking Victorian earrings with black enamel stripes with an applied textured
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1880s American Victorian Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, Enamel

Victorian Sterling Star Link Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Attractive Victorian Sterling Star Link Bracelet from the late 1800's. Articulated hollow links formed with ball and star imprinted motifs. Extremely wearable and comfortable. Suitab...
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1870s American Victorian Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Art Deco ruby red Czech glass star clips
Located in New York, NY
dress clips of ruby red cut glass,Czech 1920s 1.50"
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Black Jewelry

Unusual Victorian Figural Bangle
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Victorian Bangle, possibly with a Native American profile depected from the mid to late 19th Century. The profile and arrow motifs are textured to simulate rose cut diamond s...
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1870s British Victorian Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Victorian French Jet Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Victorian French Jet pendant necklace of oval jet links with a 3 dimensional pendant of hexagonal cut jet stones. Incredibly modern in design. France 1870's, Excellent condition.
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1870s French Victorian Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Base Metal

Art Deco Smoky Topaz Emerald Cut Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Art Deco Smoky Topaz Emerald Cut Necklace from the 1920's Japan. Set in sterling silver with graduated emerald cut smoky topaz stones. Clean, elegant lines. Small size, 1920'...
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1920s Japanese Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Topaz, Sterling Silver

19th Century Indian Miniature Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Charming Victorian earrings with hand painted miniatures of Indian noblemen on each. Set in silver with a gold edge around frame. These were presumably made for export in the late 19...
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1880s Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Victorian French Vauxhall Jet Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Victorian fench vauxhall jet long drop earrings of overlapping trompe l'oiel teardrop shape loops. Of faceted French jet the two loops are joined together as one. Screw back fitting...
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1880s French Victorian Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

Wonderfully Unusual Victorian Memorial Earrings
Located in New York, NY
/Memorial jewelry of the 19th Century into plaits or dense solid patterns, less so into figural designs such
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1870s British Victorian Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold

Victorian Gutta Percha Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Gutta Percha Pendant Necklace, circa 1880. The oval pendant finely carved with a morning glory motif within surrounding leaves. Original faille ribbon and silvered metal s...
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1880s English Victorian Antique Black Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

French Art Deco Japonesque Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
an oval panel of black bakelite. Set in a silvered metal frame with six round loops, suspended with a
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Silver Plate, Gilt Metal

Exceptional Long Victorian Cut Steel Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Rare Victorian Cut Steel Earrings in graduated hoop motifs with fringed edges. Exceptional quality, scale and design in original condition with screw back fittings and patina. They m...
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1860s French Early Victorian Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Cut Steel

Charming Victorian Padlock Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Charming Victorian Padlock Earrings of hand carved gutta percha. Unusual motif for an earrings from the late 19th Century. Lock Motif without wire 1.25" x .75" wide. Excellent con...
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1870s British Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Base Metal

Victorian Carved Gutta Percha Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Victorian carved Gutta percha articulated drop earrings of carved and pierced teardrop shape drops. Center pendants have carved inverted flower heads. English 1880. Excellent Condit...
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1880s English Victorian Antique Black Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

Victorian Banded Agate Beads
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Striped Agate Beads with lovely crisp striations throughout. These lovely period beads graduate from 14 to 18 mm and are hand knotted. 1870's UK. 22" length, Excellent con...
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1870s British Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Agate

Louis Rousselet Art Deco Necklace
By Louis Rousselet
Located in New York, NY
, further enhanced by jet bakelite carved stations and a center focal black bakelite and silver gilt
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Silver Plate, Gilt Metal

French Art Deco 1920 Dangle Tassels Earrings in 18kt Gold with Jade and Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
carats. Black Jade: Mount with four cabochon cuts carved from black jade, 1.5 carats. Pearls: Mount in
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Jade, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Black Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Jet Stretch Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Jet bracelet with star motif central medallion.
1880s. Panels strung on elastic.
Excellent condition
1.75" x 1.75" center motif
back .75"
...
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Black Jewelry

Antique Persian Turquoise and Pearl Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Turquoise and Pearl Pendant. Charming articulated drop with rows of tiny Persian turquoises and faux seed pearls. Patinaed silver metal. 3.25" x 1.5", Indian 1900's....
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Early 20th Century Indian Victorian Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise

Edwardian Paste Flowerhead Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Lovely paste set articulated flower link bracelet from the early 20th Century set in sterling silver. Paste stones have patinaed to a soft glow. Excellent condition, 1900 USA. 7....
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Edwardian Marcasite and Paste set Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Rare older marcasite earrings frm the late 19th Century set with emerald pastes in sterling. Fully articulated with elements which move with wearer. Beautiful antique earrings with s...
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Early 20th Century European Edwardian Antique Black Jewelry

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Sterling Silver

Victorian Filigree Harp Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Elaborate filigreed Victorian 14k gold earrings from the late 19th Century. Rose gold applications in harp form are framed by etruscan bead work and florets. Yellow gold has been lef...
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1880s American Victorian Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

Victorian Silver Gilt Turquoise and Garnet Earrings
Located in New York, NY
19th century silver gilt floral head and nesting bird dangle earrings with cabochon turquoise and garnets.
Excellent condition

L 1.7/8" W.5"
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Late 19th Century Mexican Victorian Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

Hungarian Paste Grape Cluster Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Lovely sterling paste earrings set with faux sapphires in a grape cluster design. Gilt silver florets form the connectors for the earrings. Made in Hungary,late 19th, early 20th cent...
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Early 20th Century Hungarian Edwardian Antique Black Jewelry

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Sterling Silver

Victorian Jet Dog Collar
Located in New York, NY
Incredibly modern Victorian jet dog collar from the mid 1800's. Squares of faceted jet stones are bolted onto a japanned metal fretwork which is completely flexible. Striking and ele...
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

Victorian Memorial Hair Locket Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Memorial Hair Locket Earrings in 10k gold. Plaited hair is basket woven and set under glass. Wirework decoration around bezel. 1880's USA. Excellent condition. 1" x .75"...
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1880s American Victorian Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

10k Gold

Gorham Large Art Nouveau Maiden Brooch
By Gorham
Located in New York, NY
specialized in the highest quality flatware and holloware of the period. The jewelry production was small in
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20th Century American Edwardian Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Exceptional Victorian Crystal Long Chain with Mesh Purse
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful crystal long chain from the Victorian era with a charming circular gunmetal mesh purse attached. Purse can be detached from chain so other pendants can be hung or chain can...
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Steel

1930 s Bakelite Injection dot Bangle
Located in New York, NY
Collectible bakelite injection dot bangle from the 1930's. 6 creamy yellow dots circle the bangle in a staggered pattern.
Bangle measures .75" wide.
Interior width...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Black Jewelry

Long Victorian Articulated Paste Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Lovely, long Victorian Articulated Paste Earrings set in sterling with unusually large crystal marquise shaped stones in each pendant. Pierced fittings on ears. 1890 USA. 3" x 1" ...
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1890s American Victorian Antique Black Jewelry

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Sterling Silver

Victorian Mechanical Touring Car Stickpin
Located in New York, NY
created for the well to do motoring class of the late 19th Century. An amazing piece of jewelry. 1890's
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1890s American Victorian Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Paste Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Antique paste articulated earrings are set in sterling silver from the late 19th Century. The pastes on the cluster drop are set into crown settings and are suspended from a paste se...
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1880s American Victorian Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cut Steel and Silesian Wire Tassel Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Cut Steel and Silesian Wire tassel Earrings from the mid 19th Century. Beautifully crafted with cut steel beads and silesian wire work twisted into each tassel. 1860's UK. 3", Excell...
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1860s British Victorian Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

Late Victorian Paste Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Lovely late Victorian paste bracelet made to resemble rose diamonds on silver. Antique filigreed plaques with varying sized pastes throughout. Beautiful quality. France 1880's. 7" x ...
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Plique a Jour Art Deco Egyptian Revival Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Unusual and rare earrings in a scarab motif set in sterling with marcasites.The body and wings are in lovely plique a jour (transparent)enamel which allows light to pass through.
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Black Jewelry

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Sterling Silver

Victorian Faceted Onyx Wrap Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully faceted 10mm onyx beads with gilt spacers on a tension wrap bracelet from the late 19th Century. Steel wire core helps to retain shape of this Victorian mourning bracelet...
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Onyx

Georgian Gold and Silver, Rose Cut Diamonds and Pearl Day and Night Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Featuring floral motif, rose cut diamonds set in silver on the front and gold finish on the back with natural pearl detail. Interchangeable design.
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Mid-18th Century Georgian Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Silver

Unusual Art Nouveau French Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Unusual link bracelet from the turn tof the 20th Century. Dimensional links of patinaed silvered etched metal with foil back pink crystal stones. Striking color contrast.
Exce...
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Silver Plate

Elegant Victorian Banded Agate Cabochon Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Banded Scottish Agate Cabochon Earrings from the late 19th Century with original ear wire fittings. Agate stone is carefully cut with white stripe in the center of each stone...
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1870s British Victorian Antique Black Jewelry

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Agate, 14k Gold

Victorian Pyrite Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Victorian pyrite set earrings in teardrop form with pierced ear wires. 1880's UK. 1.5" x .75". Excellent condition.
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Base Metal

Victorian Bulls Eye Agate Antique Earrings
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
black knit sweater. Jewellery Care... The jewellery within the Gemma Redmond Vintage collection has
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Agate, Gold Plate

Patinaed French Celluloid Flapper Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Unusual patinaed flapper necklace in celluloid from the 1920's. The bombe pendant is incised and decorated with a floral motif. Matching beads are spaced through out the silk cord. 2...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

Lovely Victorian Onyx Tear Drop Collar
Located in New York, NY
Lovely and elegant Victorian Onyx Tear Drop Collar from the late 19th Century. Lovely graduated onyx drops fall from small gold deccorated half spheres off a chain of onyx and 18k go...
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1860s British Victorian Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold

KTF Trifari Art Deco Fruit Salad Earrings
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
KTF Trifari Alfred Philippe tri color Art Deco pave swirl earclips . Of faux ruby ,sapphire and emerald pressed glass fruit salad andpear shape cabocheons set in rhodium plate ba...
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Black Jewelry

Materials

Rhodium, Base Metal

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Antique Black Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact piece of antique black jewelry you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. If you’re looking for an item from our selection of antique black 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. A choice in our collection of antique black jewelry from Black, Starr Frost, Amyn The Jeweler and Cartier — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. An object in our assortment of antique black jewelry of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 294, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and old european cut alternatives. Most of our antique black jewelry for sale are for women, but there are 300 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Antique Black Jewelry?

On average, a piece of antique black jewelry at 1stDibs sells for $2,199, while they’re typically $50 on the low end and $200,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Questions About Antique Black Jewelry
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Black enamel jewelry was trendy during the Victorian period, and black enamel was popular with designers of Victorian mourning jewelry. Enameling is one of the oldest forms of surface decoration, used to add color to jewelry without having to rely on gemstones. Evidence of enameling goes back to ancient Greece. Monochromatic enameling is also called grisaille, and it begins with a piece of metal jewelry. An artisan applies a thin coating of black powdered glass and then paints a design over top. After that, the maker adds more layers of powdered glass to darken the color and offset the painted image. The finished piece then gets fired at an extremely high temperature to set the enamel. Explore a selection of black enamel jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To 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 ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Paste 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, 2024
    To 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, 2023
    To 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, 2023
    Jewelry 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, 2022
    In 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    Yes, 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, 2023
    To 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, 2023
    To tell if jewelry is vintage or antique, first look for any hallmarks that signify its maker. You can use trusted online resources to research when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours to roughly estimate its age. Jewelry is vintage if it's between 20 and 99 years old, and antique if it is 100 years old or more. If you're unable to locate a maker's hallmark, becoming familiar with the materials and other characteristics used during different eras of jewelry can help you date your piece. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage and antique jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, 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, 2022
    To 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, 2024
    To 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.