Antique Black Jewelry
to
197
1,396
978
1,251
1,138
1,138
683
350
176
144
139
109
108
108
92
61
57
49
33
25
24
18
18
13
12
9
8
8
7
4
4
4
3
3
3
3
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
55
35
23
14
12
Sort By
A Victorian Scottish silver and agate specimen brooch circa 1890
Located in Central England, GB
This beautiful piece of Scottish late 19th century jewellery has been made in a Celtic style from
Category
Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver
Victorian Art Nouveau Gibson Girl Portrait Pin Girl Brooch
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original late Victorian Gibson girl portrait pin captures the iconic elegance of the Art Nouveau eras. The finely detailed brooch features a young woman with up-swept hair and delica...
Category
1890s American Art Nouveau Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Brass
Jeweled silver walking stick depicting chrysanthemums, by Tiffany, USA 1890-1900
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Milan, IT
Walking Stick: A jeweled cane, a curved handle in sterling silver, 925/1000, embossed and chiselled, featuring the Tiffany Chrysanthemum floral motif. The design is distinguished by ...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Metal, Silver
Pair of 19th Century French Belle Époque Ladies Purses with Brass Chain Handles
Located in Dallas, TX
the Belle Époque period. Both are fashioned from fine black fabric and beautifully hand-embroidered
Category
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Brass
Antique Moroccan Handmade Silver Hamsa with Lizard Symbol – 1880
Located in New York, NY
This rare handmade Moroccan Hamsa pendant, crafted in 1880, is made of intricately engraved silver and features a three-dimensional lizard, a symbol of health, healing, and regenerat...
Category
Late 19th Century Moroccan Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Silver
19th Century very small Brass and Gold Watch-Key with Jasper Stones
Located in Delft, NL
")
Red- Love
Blue- Constancy
White - Hopeful love
Black- Mourning
Brown- Connected in love
Green- Free
Category
19th Century Dutch Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Gold, Brass
Walking stick, rock crystal and gold handle, by Jean Després, France 1930.
By Jean Despres
Located in Milan, IT
jewelry, using gold, silver, semi-precious stones and enamel. He participated in all the major shows and
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Rock Crystal, Gold
Vintage Indian large Silver Gilt beaded necklace Tribal
Located in London, GB
Vintage Indian large Gold plated Silver beaded necklace
Large wax filled gold plated silver beads on woven cord
Darjeeling India 20th century
High grade silver with gold plate on...
Category
Early 20th Century Indian Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Gold, Gold Plate
19th Century Dutch silver watch key and wax seal stamp
Located in Delft, NL
19th Century Dutch silver watch key and wax seal stamp
A Dutch wax seal stamp with initials (AH) in a trumpet shape with a watch key at the end. These wax seal stamps were worn on a...
Category
Early 19th Century Dutch Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Antique bronze gilded jewelry box with angels and Blood Jasper plaques .
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Just beautiful metal/brass jewelry box with bronze angels and Dragon's Blood Jasper mounted plaques .
Category
Late 19th Century Neoclassical Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Brass
Mid 19th century pietra dura brooch, circa 1860
Located in Central England, GB
precious stones into a rectangular tablet of black marble or slate.
This bright vibrant panel is mounted
Category
Mid-19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Stone
Rene Lalique Blue Glass Serpents Pendant
By René Lalique
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Rene Lalique Electric blue Glass 'Serpents' pendant. This pattern features two open mouthed snakes, their heads forming the holes for the cord and tassle attachments. Necklace is a n...
Category
1920s Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Glass
18th Century Persian Agate Pendant with Sapphires
Located in Newmanstown, PA
This exceptional large agate Persian/Islamic piece is surrounded by 48 pieces of sapphire. The calligraphy and the design is very skillful and beautiful. The size is 45mm x 51mm x 9....
Category
18th Century Persian Islamic Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Agate
19th century gold Watch-Key with each side a different stone
Located in Delft, NL
")
Red- Love
Blue- Constancy
White - Hopeful love
Black- Mourning
Brown- Connected in love
Green
Category
Early 19th Century Dutch Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Gold
Regency Leather Bound Writing Slope Sewing Jewellery Box Engraved "K" 1818
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This is a beautifully preserved example of a Regency period writing slope that also functions as a sewing box.
The leather-bound table work box features a stepped square central pan...
Category
Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Brass
Pair of Antique 14-Karat Pietra Dura Earrings, circa 1875
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Pair of antique 14-karat Pietra Dura earrings, circa 1875. Each of oval form, bezel set oval Pietra Dura floral white, green orange inlay colours, the surround gold mount interspaced...
Category
19th Century Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Gold
$1,400 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Limoges 22k Gold Trinket Jewelry Pieces Louis XVI Courtesan Scene
By Limoges
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Elegant vintage Limoges 22-karat gold trinket jewelry decorative pieces.
French vintage Limoges
Category
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Enamel, Gold Leaf
Turtleshell hair comb-diadem with chain motif, France 1900.
Located in Milan, IT
Tiara hair comb, in tortoiseshell, topped by an element, also in tortoiseshell, decorated with a sculpted chain motif sloping down from the center towards the edges. France circa 190...
Category
Early 20th Century French Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Tortoise Shell
Antique Dutch silver bracket with embroidered sac, 1820
Located in Delft, NL
Antique Dutch silver bracket with embroidered sac, 1820
A Dutch silver bracket made in 1820 with an embroidered sac. The silver is Dutch silver hallmarked with the "Lion 2" for 833/...
Category
Early 19th Century Dutch Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Turtleshell hair comb-diadem, France 1900.
Located in Milan, IT
Tortoiseshell tiara comb for hair surmounted by an element decorated with tortoiseshell volutes. France circa 1900. (SHIP TO EU ONLY)
Category
Early 20th Century French Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Tortoise Shell
19th C. Nickel Silver Métal Extra Blanc French Adjustable Book Chain Dog Collar
Located in Haarlem, NL
An impressive antique white metal or nickel silver adjustable book chain linked collar, probably from a posh French 'Chateau' dog.
Measures: 49cm (19,3") long, adjustable in 7 holes...
Category
19th Century French Victorian Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Nickel
$600 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique "Iron Art" Denmark Bronze Trinket Jewelry Box Casket "Battle of Estonia"
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Bronze Trinket Box Casket Copenhagen Denmark Battle of Estonia by Iron Art. Item features scenes depicting the Danish King Daldemar's divinely inspired victory during the cru...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Scandinavian Modern Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Iron
Ornate Sterling Silver and Marcasite Ring
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This is a large and ornate sterling silver and marcasite ring. It's sure to make an impression on its beholders. The center stone is fantastic and mysterious. It's boho-chic and clas...
Category
1920s Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
$205 Sale Price
25% Off
19th Century Silver and Vermeil Bracelet with Golden Initials
Located in Marseille, FR
19th century silver and vermeil bracelet with golden initials decorated with golden flowers and ribbons. Braided hair bracelet.
Category
19th Century French Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Goat Hair
Antique Danish Silver Charm Bracelet with 5 Charms
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Charming charm bracelet in adult size (19 cm). Easily adjustable to a smaller size due to the old lock mechanism. It is made from 826/1000 silver and is set with 5 charms: bell, four...
Category
1920s Danish Art Deco Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Silver
$261 Sale Price
20% Off
12K Gold Thimble in Leather Case, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Engraved with simple and elegant scrollwork around its skirt, this European 12K gold thimble dates to the early 20th century. Cast in the late Victorian period, the thimble is engrav...
Category
Early 20th Century European Victorian Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Gold
19th Century Brass and Gold Watch-Key with a with Carnelian and Heliotrope
Located in Delft, NL
white - Hopeful love
black- Mourning
brown- Connected in love
green- Free from love
(Text from
Category
Early 19th Century Dutch Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, Gold, Brass
Edgar Brandt Silver Brooch Art Nouveau
By Edgar Brandt
Located in NANTES, FR
Edgard Brandt, Rare art nouveau brooch.
Blue heart-cut glass set in the middle.
Foliage finely hammered with the mastery of Brandt's work on wrought iron.
Signed Edgard Brandt.
Note ...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Dutch 19th Century Silver Chatelaine with 4 Cachets and Charms
Located in Delft, NL
Dutch 19th century silver chatelaine with 4 cachets and charms
Silver chatelaine with 4 cachets and charms.
The charms are a very small miniature knife and fork, a harlequin wit...
Category
Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Antique Austrian Silver
Enamel Brooch with a Stylized Tulip Motif
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique brooch is hallmarked by an unknown maker and presumed to have originated from Austria and date to approximately 1900 and done in a period Art Nouveau style. The brooch i...
Category
Late 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Georg Jensen
Heritage
Flower Clip Earrings 2002 in Sterling Silver
By Georg Jensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A set of 'Year' clip earrings by Georg Jensen. Based upon a design from circa 1900 these were relaunched in 2002. Floral design with silver-beads. Original box. Fully hallmarked. Mea...
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
1920
s Deco Marcasite onyx stingray clutch
By Gioia
Located in Westport, CT
Art Deco sterling Marcasite Onyx frame refurbished charcoal stingray clutch Gioia silk interior
Category
Early 20th Century French Antique Black Jewelry
Antique Kendrick
Davis K&D Inverto Staking Jewelry Watch Tool Set
Located in Norwalk, CT
A very unusual Jewelry and watchmakers tool, makes for a great curiosity item for the shelf!
Category
Early 20th Century American Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Wood
$680 Sale Price
20% Off
Silver handle walking stick with floral elements, Italy 1900.
Located in Milan, IT
Walking stick with silver-plated copper and iron tip. The shaft is made of ebony. The milord pommel, made of embossed silver, has a series of smooth vertical bands that separate it. ...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Silver, Copper, Iron
Antique Chinese Export Silver Belt Buckle with Samurais, Woshing Shanghai
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Two-piece belt buckle in sterling silver. Made in Woshing Shanghai circa 1910. It depicts samurais riding on Foo Dogs/Lions on a matte textured background. Very fine details and clea...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Silver
$640 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique ‘tam O Shanter’ Beaded Stone Set Ladies Coin Purse
Located in Wilmslow, GB
a British brand that is already making a name for itself in the jewellery world both at home and
Category
19th Century Antique Black Jewelry
Commemorative Brooch by Edmund Johnson, in 18-Carat Gold with Its Original Case
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
Commemorative brooch by Edmund Johnson Ltd of Dublin, in 18-carat gold with its original fitted case
Designed in the form of an anchor, set with a commemorative medallion with por...
Category
1890s Irish Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Gold
Georgian Gold Bracelet with Locket and Four Carnelian Intaglios
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Gold bracelet with locket and four beautifully carved carnelian intaglios from the Georgian period. The bracelet and locket is 9-karat antique gold while the intaglios tested for 14-...
Category
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Gold
Ancient Bruttium Coin with Crab Design Set in 22-Karat Gold Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
An authentic ancient Bruttium, the Brettii, Æ quartuncia coin, (circa 216-214 BC) custom mounted within a 22-karat gold band and bezel. The obverse, or front side of this coin is hea...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Gold, Metal
Vintage Limoges 22k Gold Trinket Jewelry Boxes Louis XVI Courtesan Scene
By Limoges
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Elegant vintage Limoges 22-karat gold trinket jewelry boxes.
French vintage Limoges porcelain in
Category
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Enamel, Gold Leaf
18th Century Gold Sewing Box with Wax Case, Scissors, Seal
Located in Paris, FR
A 18th century set presented in trapezoidal case made of light wood and inlaid with marquetry. The vanity case includes a gold wax case decorated with flutes, a dice and a wool needl...
Category
1780s French Louis XVI Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Gold
Rene Lalique Plum Glass
Lezards
Pendant
By René Lalique
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Rene Lalique purple coloured Glass 'Lezards' pendant. This design features lizards. Engraved makers mark, 'Lalique'. Book reference: Marcilhac 1648.
Category
1920s French Art Deco Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Glass
Pair of 20th Century Decorative Biscuit Porcelain Sculptures with Jewelry Boxes
Located in North Miami, FL
Pair of 20th century decorative biscuit porcelain sculptures with jewelry boxes
By: unknown
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Porcelain, Paint
Antique African Neolithic Era Marble Bracelet
Located in Katonah, NY
:: Antique handmade African Neolithic era marble bracelet. These marble bracelets were hand carved in North Africa and likely used for currency. This piece is a unique collectible, w...
Category
15th Century and Earlier North African Prehistoric Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Marble
Vintage Limoges 22k Gold Trinket Jewelry Small Tray Louis XVI Courtesan Scene
By Limoges
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
record being official distributers of prime European jewelry brands like Chanel, Baccarat, Pomellato
Category
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Enamel, Gold Leaf
Delft Style Porcelain Women
s Cufflinks
Located in Asheville, NC
This sweet pair of womens cufflinks features a small delft style porcelain inlay with a hand painted Japanese flower. The silver cufflinks feature an ornate floral motif setting for ...
Category
Early 20th Century American Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Silver
1850 Austrian Enamel Coin Purse
Located in Vienna, AT
For sale is a unique little Biedermeier coin purse. Its case is made of brass covered in royal blue enamel. The lid displays an oval gold colored frame filled with white enamel with ...
Category
Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Antique Lacquered Paper Mache Sewing or Jewelry Box with Inlaid Carved Shell
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
could be adapted for other purposes such as a jewelry box. The box is composed of paper mâché with a
Category
Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Paper
Papier Mâché Massive Size Fine Quality 19th Century Sewing Box or Jewelry Box
Located in Westport, CT
Papier mâché circa 1870 English inlaid lacquered sewing box/jewelry box, with many Velvet and
Category
19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Gold Leaf
Antique Sterling Silver Throat Knots, Netherlands, 1900
Located in Rotterdam, NL
.
The knots will be gift-wrapped in a black and gold jewelry box.
Category
19th Century Dutch Victorian Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Jugendstil Silver Serpent Belt Buckle
Located in Rotterdam, NL
% silver), tested as silver.
The buckle will be gift-wrapped in a black and gold jewelry box.
Category
Early 20th Century German Jugendstil Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Antique Black Lacquer and Brass Trinket Decorative Box
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
19th Century Napoleon III period black lacquer jewelry or trinket box features an intricate lid
Category
1860s French Napoleon III Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Wood
$240 Sale Price
51% Off
Chinese Black Lacquered Wood Box - Imperial Dragons - Ming Period Wanli 17th
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Magnificent box Imperial jewelry box in black lacquered wood decorated with dragons.
This wonderful
Category
17th Century Chinese Ming Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Wood
$2,373 Sale Price
20% Off
Art Deco Blue Glass Box
Located in New York, NY
box purely as decorative or to hold/store jewelry, keepsakes, etc. Dimensions: 4.69" Depth x 6.25
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Tôle
An Art Deco sapphire and diamond bracelet
By Black, Starr
Frost
Located in London, GB
III. Black, Starr & Frost were founded in 1810 and are widely recognised as America’s oldest jewellery
Category
1920s American Art Deco Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Victorian Tortoise Shell Jewelry Box with Sterling Medallion
Located in Larkspur, CA
This beautiful box has a cedar interior which is separated into two compartments for jewelry. It
Category
1890s Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Tortoise Shell
28.57 Carat Black Australian Opal
Located in Bangkok, TH
This piece is a massive and stunning, 28.57 Carat Black Opal, in a mesmerising, trillion-cut shape
Category
19th Century Edwardian Antique Black Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
- 1
- ...
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Antique Black Jewelry", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.
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
- What is black enamel jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Black 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, 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.
More Ways To Browse
Scalloped Bed
Velvet Pin Cushions
Art Deco Playing Cards
Rhodonite Box
Heart Shaped Jewelry Box
Paul Vallette
Tiffany Montana Sapphire
Pegu Bronze
Persian Dagger
Qing Dynasty Tea Cups
Quran Stand
Relic Holder
Ruo Shen
Satsuma Platter
Schist Gandharan Buddha
Vintage Asian Parasol
Wooden Discs On Stands
11th Century Vishnu Stone Statue