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Edwardian Sterling Silver Handmade Chain
Located in Venice, CA
piece to have in your collection. Circa the Edwardian era, it is handmade and consists of oval links
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Handmade Platinum Diamond Circle Brooch, circa 1920s
Located in Wailea, HI
Circa 1920's Handmade Platinum Diamond Circle Brooch Forty Old European and Single Cut Diamonds
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

White Diamond, Platinum

Vintage very unique fabric handmade shield brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 46 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE DESIGNER JEWELRY ❤️❤️
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Early 20th Century Antique Handmade Jewelry

Rolex Dress Watch Handmade
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Style / METAL / MATERIAL: 9kt. Solid Gold CIRCA: 1920's DIMENSIONS: 35mm X 27mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Winding / 15 Jewel...
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique Handmade Jewelry

Victorian Handmade Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Darnestown, MD
Handmade Victorian chain necklace of 14 karat gold. Round medallions sit upon a double row of oval
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1880s American Victorian Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

Edwardian Handmade Turquoise Gold Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A master jeweler's delight, this 18K Yellow Gold Edwardian Turquoise Ring is hand pierced and hand chased. The bezel that wraps the turquoise and the shank are hand engraved. The des...
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20th Century Edwardian Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold

Handmade Men’s Diamond Gold Engraved Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1880’s handmade ring in 18k yellow gold with a white gold 8 sided top. The original old mine
Category

1880s Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgian Handmade Textured Link Chain Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A stunning textured link chain from the Georgian (ca1830s) era! This beautiful handmade piece is
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1830s Unknown Georgian Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Russian Gold Handmade Chain 60"
Located in Narberth, PA
A fabulous chain from the Late Victorian (ca1890) era. Extremely long in length, the chain is made from 14kt yellow gold links which have a simple, beautiful design. Ornate, open wir...
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1880s Russian Victorian Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

Antique French Gold Necklace with Handmade Elements
Located in Litchfield, CT
jewelry is famous for. Handmade elements attached at even intervals make this piece interesting enough to
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Early 1900s French Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold

French Art Nouveau Handmade Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French Art Nouveau Handmade Chain Necklace Complex and exquisitely delicate details lend a
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold

Antique Handmade Platinum 7.3ctw GIA Colombian Emerald Round Diamond Wire Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a magnificent antique brooch that was hand crafted from solid .900 platinum during the late art deco period. The brooch features an approximately 4.65 carat, GIA certifi...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Edwardian 14K Gold Handmade Delicate Alternating Link Charm
Located in Venice, CA
We love when we come across handmade chains; this one is ultra delicate and circa the Edwardian era
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Early 1900s Czech Edwardian Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Edwardian Handmade Gold Platinum Collectible Charm Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This antique hand-made link bracelet is crafted out of 9k white gold and features a total of 7 amazingly unique charms - two equestrians, a tank, a fox, a pig, a horse, a bird in a n...
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1920s British Art Deco Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Platinum

14k Yellow Gold Handmade Arts Crafts Turquoise Necklace #J4786
Located in Big Bend, WI
14k Yellow Gold Handmade Arts and Crafts Turquoise Necklace (#J4786) 14k handmade Arts and Crafts
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Antique Yellow Gold Band Ring with Beautifully Handmade Flowers
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage & Antique Yellow gold Band Ring with Beautifully handmade flowers Diamonds: 3 tiny
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Ruby Diamond Handmade 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet C/1890
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
An exquisite Victorian ruby and diamond bracelet handmade in twisted 18k yellow gold wire. The
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Long Georgian Handmade Open Bead Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Beautiful Georgian chain with caged open beads that are held together like conjoined baskets. All the links have a smooth finish. The necklace is in excellent condition for it's age....
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Early 19th Century Georgian Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Old European Cut Diamond Ring, Handmade in 18-K Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
An antique old European cut diamond ring in 18-carat yellow gold. Handmade with fine details at the
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1880s British Early Victorian Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Sterling Deco pendant , gray pearls, one of a kind , handmade necklace
By Lorraines Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
brass beads comprise this one of a kind,handmade,statement necklace is on offer from Lorraine’s Bijoux.A
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Marcasite, Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver, Brass

GIA Certified 5 Carat Edwardian Era Old Cut Diamonds Handmade Engagement Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
4.99 ct total weight Bypass Old European Cut Diamonds Handmade Engagement Ring 18K Rose Gold
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Early 1900s Unknown Contemporary Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

LB handmade Brass Mother of Pearl Bakelite pendant necklace old Glass Turquoise
By Lorraines Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
LB original handmade design necklace with multi vintage elements comprising the highly unusual
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Brass

J. E. Caldwell Two Color Gold Handmade Enamel Bezel Manual Pocket Wristwatch
By J.E. Caldwell Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Caldwell STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Pocket Wrist Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow White Gold DIMENSIONS: 49mm X 43mm CIRCA: 1920's MOVEMENT / CALIBER...
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique Handmade Jewelry

Antique Circa 1900s 14k Gold Handmade Natural Rose Cut Diamond Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 4.1 grams. The main diamond is 1.30 ct. Totally is all diamond 2.05 ct. The diamond is has generally H-I-J color and s1-s2-s3-Pique 1-2 clarit...
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Handmade Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 1.8 grams. Totally is rose cut diamond 0.06 ct. Totally is old cut diamond 0.11 ct. The diamond is has H-I-K color and s2-s3-Pique1 clarity. T...
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Antique Circa 1900s Handmade 14k Gold Top Silver Natural Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 1.6 grams. Totally is main old cut diamond 0.25 ct. The main stone is has H color and s2 clarity. Totally is side diamond 0.10 ct. Ring size i...
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Vintage Elephant Hair Band 14 Karat Yellow Gold Handmade Gold Encased Ring Rare
Located in Addison, TX
Description: This piece is a genuine rare vintage elephant hair band. The intricate handmade gold
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Elephant Hair Band 14 Karat Yellow Gold Handmade Gold Encased Ring Rare
Located in Addison, TX
Description: This piece is a genuine rare vintage elephant hair band. The intricate handmade gold
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Elephant Hair Band 14 Karat Yellow Gold Handmade Gold Encased Ring Rare
Located in Addison, TX
Description: This piece is a genuine rare vintage elephant hair band. The intricate handmade gold
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Handmade Two-Tone 14k White and Yellow Gold Floral Motif Antique Band
Located in Addison, TX
Description: This piece is a genuine hand made Victorian gold wedding band! This beautiful antique band is an excellent example of the early 20th-century style and high quality hand...
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Early 20th Century Late Victorian Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Gruen 14kt Solid Gold Art Deco Ladies Watch handmade 1920s with Diamond Bezel
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tonneau Shape METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 27mm X Width 20mm ...
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique Handmade Jewelry

Antique Handmade Sterling Silver Cigarette Case
Located in Houston, TX
Our handmade silver case is a blast from the past. We are offering you a traditional handmade
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Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco Lidded Hardwood Box handmade with Sunburst Veneers, circa 1925
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
design feature. This box has a variety of uses, such as for the storage of jewelry or trinkets on the
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Fruitwood, Satinwood

Handmade Silver Filigree Bezalel Necklace, Jerusalem, ca. 1920
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite handmade necklace, crafted around 1920 by artisans of the Bezalel School of Arts and
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Early 20th Century Israeli Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Diamond Gold Birmingham England Band Ring
Located in Berkeley, CA
This Birmingham diamond and 18k gold ring is a classic example of the jewelry that was handmade in
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1890s English Arts and Crafts Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Fabulous 60-inch Long Antique French Sterling Filigree Necklace
Located in Litchfield, CT
example of handmade nineteenth-century French jewelry. The detailed filigree elements are interspersed
Category

1890s French Victorian Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

60 Inch Antique Pearl set Gold Filigree Necklace
Located in Litchfield, CT
nineteenth-century French jewelry. Handmade round and pear-shaped motifs are interspersed with a delightful
Category

Early 1900s French Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Georgian Extra Large Gold-Cased Spinner Fob
Located in Venice, CA
years old and expresses all the bells and whistles of Georgian jewelry. It is handmade with incredible
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1820s Unknown Georgian Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Agate, Citrine, Gold

Antique Italian Jewelry Box circa 1880
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Antique handmade Italian jewelry box in wood lined with silk velvet. It has beautiful scalloped
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1880s Italian Arts and Crafts Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Walnut

Antique Victorian Etruscan Revival Diamond Bracelet
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A terrific example of Victorian Etruscan handmade jewelry in great condition. The 15kt. yellow gold
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold

18 Karat White Gold 2.24 Carat White Diamonds Flower Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
White Diamonds We specialize in unique, one-of-a-kind, custom handmade Jewelry. We invite you to
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Feminine 7 Hearts Hand Crafted 18 Karat White Gold White Pave Diamonds Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
handmade Jewelry. We invite you to contact us and to talk about the endless possibilities. Together we
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Carat White Gold Blue Topaz Link Bracelet
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
handmade Jewelry. We invite you to contact us and to talk about the endless possibilities. Together we
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Exquisite 2.23 Carat Rose and 1.24 Carat Brilliant Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Brilliant Cut Diamonds 18K White Gold Size 6.5 We specialize in unique, one-of-a-kind, custom handmade
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1890s American Art Nouveau Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hand Carved Iolite and Pave Diamond Handcrafted Free Flowing Petal Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
specialize in unique, one-of-a-kind, custom handmade Jewelry. We invite you to contact us and to talk about
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1880s American Aesthetic Movement Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Iolite, White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Handmade Belle Epoque Platinum Diamond Pin/Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
Handemade platinum Belle Epoque pin that is over 100 years old but looks new! The pin is easily removed to be worn as a pendant. There is a mix of old european cut and old mine cut d...
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20th Century American Edwardian Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Handmade, Lapis Lazuli Link, Quality Chain
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
Handmade, Lapis Lazuli 30 Inch Link, Quality Chain Modern, handmade (8) Lapis stones are nearly 1
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Late 19th Century Unknown Retro Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold

Contemporary Handmade Platinum 0.97 Carat Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Period: Art Deco (1920-1935) Composition: Platinum Stones: • 1 Full cut diamond of K-VS2 quality that weighs 0.71ctw. • 2 Princess cut diamonds of I-VS2 quality that weigh 0.26ctw....
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Walnut Jewelry Box Brass Inlay, Austria, 1900
Located in Vienna, Austria
Amazing handmade walnut jewelry casket. Made in Austria, circa 1900. Beautiful brass inlay work
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Brass

Elegant Edwardian Diamond Gold Platinum Handmade Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These Elegant Handmade Eduardian Pendant Drop Earrings Are Designed With a Mixture Of Old European
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1910s Unknown Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

17th Century Filigree Handmade 20.5 Karat Gold Reliquary Medallion
Located in Porto, PT
17th Century Filigree Handmade 20,5k Gold Reliquary Medallion - Materials & Techniques: Gold
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17th Century Portuguese Artisan Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Imperial Russia Rose White Yellow Gold Woven Handmade Bracelet
Located in Birmingham, GB
A stunning example of Russian craftsmanship. Stamped with Russian marks and their "583" standard, this fabulous hand crafted creation showcases delicate and intricate work ...
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19th Century Russian Empire Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

Contemporary Handmade Platinum 1.05 Carat Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Composition: Platinum. Stones: • 1 natural Colombian Emerald that weighs 1.05ctw. • 18 Old mine cut diamonds of H-VS2/SI1 quality that weigh 0.85ctw. Ring face: 11mm by 11mm Ris...
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Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Contemporary Handmade Platinum 1.86 Carat Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Period: Art Deco (1920-1935) Composition: Platinum Stones: • 1 natural pear cut emerald that weighs 1.56ctw. • 2 natural calibrated French cut emeralds that weigh 0.30ctw. • 24 Old ...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Contemporary Handmade Platinum 1.75 Carat Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Period: Art Deco (1920-1935) Composition: Platinum Stones: • 1 natural Colombian heart shape emeralds that weighs 1ctw. • 23 natural calibrated cut emeralds that weigh 0.75ctw. • 50...
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1920s Art Deco Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Edwardian circa 1910 Delicate Handmade Diamonds with Pearl Platinum Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 1.50 Cts Total Weight. Pendant Is Created In A Handmade Reticulated Open Workmanship Type Of
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1910s American Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum

Late Victorian Handmade Saltwater Pearl Ring and Pendant/Brooch Set
Located in Metairie, LA
From a noble New Orleans estate. Circa late 1800s. Such a magnificent time in jewelry making
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Late 19th Century Unknown Late Victorian Antique Handmade Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Antique Handmade Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the piece of antique handmade jewelry you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 14k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Making the right choice when shopping for an item from our selection of antique handmade jewelry may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. A choice in our collection of antique handmade jewelry from Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection, Tiffany Co. and Black, Starr Frost — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. An object in our assortment of antique handmade jewelry of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 42, is particularly popular. See these pages for an old european cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also oval cut cut and round cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for an option in this array of antique handmade 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 Handmade Jewelry?

Prices for a piece of antique handmade jewelry can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $349 and can go as high as $75,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,950.
Questions About Antique Handmade 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.