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Georgian c.1800 Cut Steel and Glass Antique Pendant
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
This beautiful cut steel pendant dates from the Georgian era.
Condition Report:
Excellent
The
Category
Late 18th Century Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Cut Steel
Georgian Enamelled Mourning Brooch
Located in London, GB
This is a charming antique mourning brooch from the Georgian era. The brooch showcases exceptional
Category
18th Century Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Georgian Agate and Gilt Drop Earrings
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
These earrings hold so much detail. The striped stones are encased in a decorative frame with leaf and orb detail. The earrings are worn using shepherds hooks.
Drop From Ear: 50mm
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Category
Early 1800s British Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Gold, Gilt Metal
Georgian Deer Pin with Rose Cut Diamonds 12k Gold Brooch
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details:
Rare find! A wonderful Georgian diamond deer brooch! Beautiful pair of sweet reindeer with
Category
Early 18th Century Unknown Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Georgian 15kt Twisted Rope Chain with Etruscan Turquoise Clasp
Located in Narberth, PA
doubled overhead. A beautiful example of Georgian-era jewelry, this chain would be an incredible addition
Category
1750s English Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Georgian 5.50 CT Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
A piece of eternity
Enchanting pair of Georgian period Diamond chandelier earrings
Rare in beauty
Category
Early 19th Century European Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 15k Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Late Georgian Gold and Painted Ivory Portrait Pendant
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This stunning Georgian portrait is exquisite and painted on ivory. The portrait is set within
Category
1830s British Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Gold
Georgian sapphire and diamond cluster ring, circa 1820
Located in London, GB
Georgian sapphire and diamond cluster ring. Set to centre with an octagonal step-cut natural
Category
1820s Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Georgian Mourning Ring With Black Enamel 1810
s
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: late Georgian period, 1810.
Origin: United Kingdom.
Size: 9
Weight: 4.75 gr.
This ring is
Category
1810s British Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Enamel
Georgian 18K Gold Hercules and Omphale Tassie Intaglio Ring
Located in Venice, CA
This 18k gold ring features an intaglio attributed to James Tassie, circa 1760-1780. The deep, red cast glass intaglio is embossed with an image of Hercules and Omphale, standing in ...
Category
18th Century Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Regard Georgian Turtle Dove Pair Brooches, ca 1820s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Rare Pair of Georgian REGARD Turtle Dove Brooches, ca. 1820s
A symbolic and museum-collectable
Category
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, 14k Gold, 15k Gold
Antique Georgian 18K Silver Rose Diamond Enamel Limoges Mandolin Brooch Pin
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A beautifully preserved piece of jewelry history. This original Georgian period brooch has been
Category
Mid-18th Century Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Georgian era Rose Cut Diamond Silver Star Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
-cut Georgian diamonds that have been thoughtfully repurposed and beautifully set into a later-dated
Category
Mid-19th Century European Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Silver
Georgian French 14k/Sterling Silver Diamond Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous diamond pendant from the Georgian (ca1700s) era! This beautiful piece, which is crafted
Category
Early 1700s Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique 15ct Gold Georgian Diamond Tassel Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Pendant
15c Gold Tested
Circa 1800’s
A pretty, floral shaped, Georgian gold
Category
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold
Georgian Ruby and Emerald Mandolin Brooch/Pendant Locket, circa 1830
Located in London, GB
Georgian ruby and emerald mandolin brooch/pendant locket. A yellow, rose and green gold brooch
Category
1830s Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, Gold
Georgian Octagonal Miniature Ring "à l
amitié”
Located in Firenze, IT
Octagonal miniature depicting a putto under a tree and near a brazer with the inscription in French "à l'amitié" that underlines the sentimental value of such gift.
The frame is in ...
Category
Late 18th Century French Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgian 1770s Enamel and Hair Miniature Mourning Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful 18ct yellow gold Georgian mourning ring. The face of the ring features a
Category
1770s Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Georgian Mourning Ring In 18k Gold With Enamel Circa 1814
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Georgian Mourning Ring in 18k Yellow Gold with Enamel Circa 1814.
This Georgian Mourning Ring
Category
1810s Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Enamel
Antique Georgian seal fob pendant, heraldic, 9k gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
There is something quite mesmerising about antique Heraldic seal fobs.
This handsome Georgian
Category
19th Century British Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Quartz, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgian Aquamarine Lapis Cannetille Pendant Brooch
Located in Riverdale, NY
Georgian Aquamarine and Lapis Cannetille Pendant-Brooch of beautiful quality and condition
Category
Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Aquamarine, Lapis Lazuli, 15k Gold
Antique Georgian Ruby Paste Glass Stone Poissarde Earrings
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A pair of 18 karat gold antique Georgian poissarde earrings set with a faceted ruby-colored paste
Category
Early 19th Century European Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Exceptional Georgian Paste Earrings, ex. Lillian Gish
Located in New York, NY
Amazing Georgian paste earrings in the most extraordinary shade of lime green from the early 19th
Category
Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold
Antique Georgian Gold Cased Carnelian Fob Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This Antique Georgian 9ct Gold Cased Carnelian Fob Pendant is a remarkable piece of history
Category
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, Gold, Gold-filled, Base Metal
An 18k gold Georgian heart vinaigrette locket with turquoise
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18k tri-color gold Georgian heart shaped vinaigrette pendant with one locket compartment with
Category
1830s French Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold
Georgian 18k Double-Strand Chain Necklace 19"
Located in Narberth, PA
An absolutely exquisite chain necklace from the Georgian (ca1850s) era! This beautiful piece is
Category
1850s Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Georgian portrait pendant, Mourning locket, 9k gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
You will fall in love with this exceptional late Georgian, portrait miniature pendant, so rich in
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Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
9k Gold
Antique Georgian Gold and Enamel Hair Mourning Brooch for Isaac Shakespeare
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Georgian gold and enamel hair art mourning pin.
Memorializing Isaac Shakespeare (possibly
Category
1820s British Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold
Georgian Silver
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Brooch Necklace
Located in Seattle, WA
This one is for the true vintage jewelry connoisseur who appreciates the story as much as the piece
Category
Early 19th Century Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Late Georgian Garnet Flower Riviere Necklace
Located in New York, NY
. This Georgian necklace is made in 18k gold, there are no visible hallmarks. The necklace at the back
Category
Early 19th Century Unknown Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, 18k Gold
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Georgian Garnet Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Garnet Pendant
9ct Rose Gold Stamped
Circa 1820’s
A pretty, floral shaped, Georgian
Category
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Georgian Ruby, Emerald, Diamond and Gold Cannetille Brooch-Pendant, Circa 1830
Located in London, GB
A Georgian cannetille brooch-cum-pendant, with a cushion shaped emerald in the centre, surrounded
Category
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold
French Georgian gentleman portrait pendant padlock, Sentimental locket pendant
Located in PARIS, FR
Georgian gentleman portrait pendant in 18 karat gold. Rectangular pendant enclosing a miniature
Category
Early 19th Century French Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Georgian Natural Ruby Diamond Rare Urn Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Magnificent Georgian period Urn ring set with natural untreated Ruby and Diamond, possibly Burma
Category
1780s English Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Georgian Clasp Garnets Silver Hair Eternity Knot Sentimental Jewellery
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This Georgian Clasp was handcrafted in the last quarter of the 18th century. These kind of clasps
Category
1780s English Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, Silver
Late Georgian Mourning Band Ring Size U (63)
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderful 15ct yellow gold mourning ring from the late Georgian era. This piece has
Category
1810s Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgian 2.00 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful cluster ring taken from the Georgian period. This bold antique piece
Category
Early 1800s Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgian Varied Cut Steel Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
This Cut Steel brooch has telltale Georgian characteristics. Georgian era cut steel has a variety
Category
1820s English George III Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Cut Steel
Georgian 15k Rose Cut Diamond Drop Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous diamond pendant from the Georgian (ca1750) era! This beautiful piece is made of 15k
Category
1750s Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Georgian Mourning Memorial Gold and Hair Navette Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1850 14 - 15k Yellow Gold Mourning Memorial ring, in a Navette shape measuring 1 1/8 inch in length X 5/8 inch wide, light color woven hair with a center plaque with the letter...
Category
1850s English Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Gold
Fine Antique Georgian Pink Tourmaline 18k Cannetille Gold Butterfly Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Antique Cannetille jewelry is highly admired for its exquisitely detailed hand wrought gold work
Category
Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold
Georgian Amethyst
18K Yellow Gold Cannetille Brooch - France - Circa 1820
Located in Chatham, CA
Exceptional Georgian Amethyst and 18K yellow gold cannetille work brooch - featuring four fine
Category
Early 19th Century French Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgian Muff Chain of Pinchbeck with Diminutive Hand Clasp
Located in Baltimore, MD
“jewelry wearing jewelry” and the hand clasp with its fingernails and green paste ring can only be
Category
Early 1800s British Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Pinchbeck
Antique Georgian 12k Gold
Silver Diamond Ruby Floral Branch Vine Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
west)
Thickness: 12mm (approx.) (not including backing)
Condition: Antique Georgian. One missing
Category
Early 1800s Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Georgian Important Rose Cut Diamond Teardrop Earrings
Located in Narberth, PA
An absolutely superb pair of diamond earrings from the Georgian (1820s) era! These incredible
Category
1880s Unknown Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
$43,996 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Georgian Dendritic Agate Garnet 18 KT Cluster Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
The Magic Georgian Trees
A beautiful Georgian ring set with Dendritic Agate within a border of
Category
1780s European Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Garnet, Gold
Georgian High Carat Handwrought Ornate Wirework Bead Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
An exceptionally stunning and very rare bead necklace from the Georgian (ca1750) era! This vibrant
Category
1750s Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
22k Gold, Yellow Gold
$28,796 Sale Price
20% Off
Georgian Ruby
Diamond Cocktail Ring Dazzling
Rare
Located in Northampton, MA
This Georgian-era (circa 1830) ruby and table-cut diamond ring was created entirely by hand over
Category
Mid-19th Century Unknown Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby, 15k Gold, Silver
$4,796 Sale Price
43% Off
Antique 19th Century Georgian Aigrette En Tremblant Emerald Diamond Silver Gold
Located in Lisbon, PT
motion, an ingenious technique emblematic of late 18th- to early 19th-century court jewelry.
This
Category
Early 19th Century European Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Georgian 14K Gold Dutch Brooch with Garnet and Colored Stones
Located in Rotterdam, NL
example of early 19th century jewelry design of the regional costume in the Netherlands. This piece
Category
Early 19th Century Dutch Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, Other, 14k Gold
Georgian Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Ring c1820
Located in Firenze, IT
The round rose-cut diamond surrounded by small rose cuts border, within foiled closed-back settings, to trifurcated fleur-de-lys shoulders and a reeded hoop, mounted in silver and go...
Category
Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Georgian Table Cut Diamond Inscribed Gold Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A very unusual and special diamond ring from the Georgian (ca1820) era! This rare single stone
Category
1820s Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Georgian Engraved Braided Hair Mourning Brooch Enamel and Yellow Gold
Located in Tampa, FL
Antique Georgian Engraved Braided Hair Mourning Brooch Enamel and 14 Karat Yellow Gold
The Brooch
Category
18th Century Unknown Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$971 Sale Price
25% Off
Georgian Circa 1825 Gold Cannetille Portrait Miniature Mourning Bracelet
Located in Wheaton, IL
was prominent in the jewelry of the Georgian Period, due to the scarcity of gold prior to the gold
Category
Early 19th Century Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Georgian Repoussé Gold and Chrysoprase Pendant Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Georgian gold pendant earrings comprised of drop-shaped chrysoprase within a repoussé
Category
1830s English Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Chrysophrase, Gold, 15k Gold
Georgian style 21.93 carat total weight diamond necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This modern Georgian-style necklace showcases 21.93 carats of dazzling old European cut diamonds
Category
1920s Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Georgian Regard 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
A Georgian Regard 18 karat yellow gold ring, circa 1820
In this original 18 karat gold acrostis
Category
1820s British Georgian Antique Georgian Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Antique Georgian Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the piece of antique georgian jewelry you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Silver. Our collection of these items for sale includes 3489 vintage editions and 2 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect item from our selection of antique georgian jewelry among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a choice in our collection of antique georgian jewelry has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection, Chelsea-Derby and Geiss are consistently popular. An object in our assortment of antique georgian jewelry of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 834, is particularly popular. See these pages for a rose cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also oval cut cut and old mine cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for an option in this array of antique georgian jewelry, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.
How Much is a Antique Georgian Jewelry?
On average, a piece of antique georgian jewelry at 1stDibs sells for $2,920, while they’re typically $100 on the low end and $260,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.
A Close Look at Georgian Jewelry
Georgian jewelry is named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign, which lasted until 1837). A slew of beautiful pieces were produced during the period, and today antique Georgian rings, necklaces and other accessories are coveted by fine jewelry collectors.
There are certain features that distinguish jewelry from this era, including the fact that pieces from the 18th and early 19th centuries were handmade (so don’t let the absence of a maker’s mark lead you to believe otherwise). Antique Georgian jewelry also has a certain “look.” It’s a bit gray because stones were often set in silver, and because stonecutting techniques were not as advanced as they are today, the gems do not possess the level of sparkle to which we have become accustomed.
Intricate metalworking techniques such as repoussé (the hammering of metal into ornate designs) and cannetille (a method of working the gold wire to make it look woven) allowed goldsmiths to really flex their muscles. These gold pieces, either on their own or combined with gemstones, made for highly original and dramatic jewelry. The era also saw pieces with ornately woven strands of human hair.
Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. These were often cut in the shape of a cabochon or teardrop. It was fashionable to combine garnets or rubies with seed pearls. In Georgian diamond rings, popular cuts for diamonds included rose, old mine and table. Around the 1780s, paste jewelry, or hand-cut glass on foil, was used to imitate diamonds.
Browse a collection of antique Georgian diamond rings, earrings, brooches and other authentic Georgian jewelry today on 1stDibs.
Questions About Antique Georgian Jewelry
- 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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