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Antique Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Old Mine Diamond En Tremblant Flower Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Old Mine Diamond En Tremblant Flower Pin. This gorgeous
Category
1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Multi-Stone Silver Scottish Shield Garter Pebble Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 19.0 Grams
Stone: Lace Agate, Red Jasper, Bloostone
Measurements: 50.0 x 44.5 mm
Hallmark: Silver Tested
ITEM #:BR-1068-101023-01
Category
19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Agate, Jasper, Silver
$636 Sale Price
20% Off
18 k solid gold stick pin - rose cut diamond clover - Antique Victorian brooch
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this stunning Victorian clover pin. This lovely antique 18 karat pinkish gold gold pin
Category
1890s European Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique, Victorian Etruscan Revival 1880s Micro Mosaic Gold Swan Brooch/Tie Pin
Located in London, GB
fine rope-twist border. Divine pin/brooch, compacted full of detail, depicting a beautiful landscape of
Category
1880s British Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Agate, Chalcedony, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 15k Gold
Antique 18k Gold Amethyst
Diamond Carved Camphor Glass Black Onyx Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
carefully attached onto the yellow gold back frame and is then secured with a pin and rotating closure
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
18k solid gold stick pin - Antique Victorian good luck brooch - Horse shoe jewel
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this stunning Victorian horse shoe pin. This lovely antique 18k gold pin is very
Category
1890s European Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Yellow Gold Garnet Victorian Solitaire Bar Brooch - 10k Antique Floral Cross Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Garnet
Cut: Round
Color: Red
Style: Solitaire Bar Brooch
Fastening Type: Hinged Pin and Covered C-Clasp
Category
1880s Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Garnet, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Deco 14K White Gold Old Euro Diamond Emerald Filigree Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 14K White Gold Old Euro Diamond Emerald Filigree Pin. This amazing pin
Category
1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Antique Flower Comet Brooch Pin Diamonds solid 18K Gold Silver / 3 gr
Located in SE
dealing with old jewelry for any sizing requires heating and change of the band's shape. Polishing of the
Category
Early 1900s Swedish Renaissance Revival Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian Mourning Pin or Brooch With Onyx
Seed Pearls 14K Yellow Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
This is a beautiful Victorian brooch that combines modern minimalism with sentimental jewelry
Category
19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Deco 18k White Gold Diamond Sapphire Open Filigree Bar Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
- Royal Blue Color
Material: Solid 18k White Gold Brooch, with 14k White Gold Pin
Total Weight: 5.04
Category
1920s Art Deco Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Antique Gold-Filled Bar Brooch Edwardian Openwork Chain-Link Pin, c. 1910–1925
Located in Milford, DE
Antique Gold-Filled Bar Brooch — Openwork Chain-Link Design, Edwardian / Art Deco, c. 1910–1925
Description
A beautifully preserved gold-filled Edwardian/Art Deco bar brooch, featur...
Category
Early 20th Century American Retro Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Gold-filled
Antique Victorian Solid Gold Red Stone w/ Enamel Work Coiled Snake Stick Pin
Located in Montclair, NJ
Overall Height: 57.8mm (2.2") (including pin) - 22.2mm (0.87") (not including pin)
Overall Width: 11.7mm
Category
19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Austrian 14k Rose Gold, Synthetic Sapphire,
Rose Cut Diamond Stick Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Austrian stick pin.
In 14 karat rose gold mounting with a silver top.
Center set
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Rose Gold
Pietra Dura Butterfly Moth Insect Brooch Pin 14 Karat Gold Antique Victorian
Located in New York, NY
collections of Pietra Dura and Cameo Jewelry every assembled. We have included a photograph of some of the
Category
19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Onyx, Agate, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1880s Brook
Son Platinum Jabot Pin with Drop Section with Original Box
Located in Hicksville, NY
Company of Archers).
Includes original box from 1880.
Pin Measurements:
Diameter: Jabot ARROW is 2.9
Category
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Platinum
Signed Art Deco Riker Bros. 14k Gold, Enamel
Seed Pearl Hat Pin
By Riker Brothers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine signed Art Deco hat pin.
By Riker Bros.
In 14k yellow gold.
With alternating
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel
12.20 Carat Garnet and Diamond, 18k Yellow Gold Jockey Cap Pin Brooch Circa 1860
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
, 18k yellow gold and silver set, jockey cap pin brooch; part of our diverse Victorian jewelry
Category
1860s Unknown Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian 18k Gold Custom Cut Marbled Lavender Jade Long Bar Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
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Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Bead w/ 10k Gold Backings
Weight: 5 Grams
Clasp: Pin w/ Hook Closure
Width
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Jade, Gold, 10k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Johann G. Kjaerland JGK Gilt Silver
Plique A Jour Enamel Stickpin or Hat Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine, signed antique Norwegian stickpin (or hat pin).
By Johann G. Kjaerland.
In sterling
Category
Early 20th Century Norwegian Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Silver, Enamel
Egyptian Revival Winged Pharaoh King Tut Enamel Brooch Pin Art Deco Silver 3.6"
Located in New York, NY
decorated with stunning green, blue and red-orange enamel in a dynamic pattern. The brooch pin is 800
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Silver, Enamel
Antique Edwardian 14K Yellow Gold and Platinum Natural Pearl Diamond Stick Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 14K Yellow Gold and Platinum Natural Pearl Diamond Stick Pin. This
Category
1910s Unknown Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Victorian 14k Gold Bezel Black Onyx
Mourning Hair Octagonal Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
bold look to this piece. The pin back and its hook closure are in perfect condition, making it 100
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
8.64 Carat AGL Certified Ceylon Cushion Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
Jewelry Details:
Item Type: Brooch Pin
Metal Type: Platinum
Weight: 12.45 grams
Era: Art Deco
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Victorian 14k/Sterling Silver Moonstone, Diamond
Sapphire Star Pendant Pin
Located in Narberth, PA
A spectacular moonstone, diamond, and sapphire starburst pin/pendant from the Victorian (ca1880
Category
1880s Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Moonstone, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterl...
1890s English Antique Ruby Pearl Rose Cut Diamond Bow Gold Silver Bar Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
brightness) is characteristic of finely made European jewelry from this period.
📐 Feature Specification
Era
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Ruby, Natural Pearl, Pearl, Diamond, Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold
Yellow Gold Victorian Floral Tassel Dangle Brooch - 14k Gold Filled Antique Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Fastening Type: Hinged Pin and C-Clasp
Theme: Floral
Features: Smooth & Textured Finishes
Measurements
Tall
Category
1870s Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
14k Gold, Gold-filled, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian 18k
Platinum Pearl 3.6ct Old Cut Diamond Milgrain Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
This well preserved and jaw dropping antique pin brooch is crafted during the Edwardian era from
Category
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Nouveau 14K Yellow Gold Rose Cut Diamond and Ruby Floral Pin Brooch
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Nouveau 14K Yellow Gold Rose Cut Diamond and Ruby Floral Pin Brooch. This
Category
Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 18k Gold 1.97ctw Old European Diamond Swirl Flower Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
This gorgeous antique brooch pin was crafted in 18k yellow gold during the Victorian era and
Category
Early 1900s Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian 18k Gold 13.50ctw Oval Amethyst w/ Hand Engraved Brooch Pin
Located in Montclair, NJ
to this incredible Victorian piece. The back of this brooch is equipped with a 14k yellow gold pin
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 13k Yellow Gold Cameo Shell Athena Goddess of War Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Embrace the elegance of history with this stunning antique 13K yellow gold cameo brooch, featuring a finely carved Athena, the Goddess of War. The hand-carved shell cameo showcases e...
Category
19th Century Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Yellow Gold
Edwardian Antique 0.69 ctw Old Mine Cut Diamond Brooch, 14K Rose Gold Pin
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
popular adornments for clothing and even worn in the hair. Or, pin them to a chain necklace and utilize
Category
1910s Dutch Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Belle Epoque Platinum Multi Color Pearl Diamond Wreath Circle Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
This beautiful antique pin brooch was crafted from solid platinum with a solid 14k yellow gold pin
Category
Early 20th Century Belle Époque Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1850s 14K Yellow Gold Hair Pin and Brooch with Aquamarine Citrine and Tourmaline
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details:
Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested]
Weight: 11.8 grams
Pin
Category
1850s Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum 4.04ctw Old European Diamond Filigree Bar Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have an absolutely stunning antique bar pin brooch that was crafted from solid platinum
Category
1920s Art Deco Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Deco Old Mine Rose Cut Diamond Sapphire Flower Brooch Pin 4.20cttw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
An exquisite piece of jewelry history. This early Art Deco brooch has been hand crafted in platinum
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Old Mine Diamond Buckle Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Old Mine Diamond Buckle Pin. This beautiful pin
Category
1910s Unknown Art Deco Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Tiffany
Co. Art Deco Sapphire Pearl Diamond Platinum Stick Pin Brooch, 1900
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in New York, NY
& Co. Stick Pin Brooch. It is very rare to find original Art Deco Tiffany & Co. jewels and this one is
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Platinum
Edwardian 14 Karat Gold and Aquamarine Filigree Bow Tie Brooch or Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Edwardian gold and aquamarine pin in the form of a bow tie.
With a round light blue
Category
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Aquamarine, 14k Gold
Antique Cameo, with Rose Cut Diamonds and Natural Pearls, Pin/Pendant, c. 1890.
Located in Aspen, CO
Antique pin/pendant centering a cameo which is accented with rose cut diamonds and natural pearls
Category
1890s Late Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver
$2,760 Sale Price
20% Off
Art Nouveau 2-Tone Abstract 3D Sphere Brooch Pin 18 Karat Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Art Nouveau 2-Tone Abstract 3D Sphere Brooch Pin 18k Gold. Signed AEL. Beautiful two tone brooch
Category
1910s Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
18k Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum Yogo Gulch Sapphire Old Euro Diamond Bar Pin - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Yogo Gulch Sapphire Old Euro Diamond Bar Pin - GIA. This
Category
1920s Art Deco Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Krementz 14K Yellow Gold Blue Enamel and Pearl Bar Pin Ca. 1910 Edwardian
By Non Branded
Located in Lexington, KY
This exquisite pearl bar pin comes from 1910 Edwardian and is made with blue enamel and 14k yellow
Category
1910s Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Gregorian c.1915 European Cut Diamond Platinum Foliate Filigree Bar Pin Pendant
Located in Thiensville, WI
Antique Gregorian c.1915 platinum diamond bar pin pendant. Features three Old European cut diamonds
Category
1910s Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
French 1890 antique 18kt Gold Hat Pin holder with Diamonds, Pearls and Ruby
Located in Aventura, FL
Impressive 18kt yellow Gold Antique Hat Pin holder featuring a French stamp. Accented with Rose cut
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Circa 1920s Art Deco Platinum 2.50cttw Antique Marquise
French Cut Diamond Pin
Located in Hicksville, NY
Color, VS Clarity, Natural Diamonds
Pin Measurements:
Diameter: 1.6 x .75 inches
Condition: Excellent
Category
1920s Art Deco Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Victorian Diamond Tremblone Brooch French 18k Gold Silver Antique Clip Pin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Unique tremblone brooch created in France at the end of 1800s. Made of silver and gold of 18, 14 and 10 karat and set with old mine cut diamonds (each from 0.45 to 0.02 carat, totali...
Category
19th Century French Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique 9ct gold carved coral horse stick tie pin in original box, Equestrian 9k
Located in Kings Langley, GB
Superb antique stick tie pin featuring a carved coral horse head set in 9 carat yellow gold, in
Category
Early 20th Century British Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Coral, Gold, 9k Gold
Antique Egyptian Revival 14k Gold Pharaoh
Bird Diamond Pearl Dangle Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
sparkle. The back features a pin with rotating closure in which remains in perfect working condition
Category
1920s Egyptian Revival Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 14K Gold Platinum 6ctw Old Mine Diamond Snow Flake Pin Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
w/ Platinum Top
Weight: 11.82 Grams
Overall Width: 28.4mm (1.1") (east to west - w/ the pin running
Category
1910s Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
1890 Victorian 10k Rose Gold Seed Pearl and Diamond Heart Pin Watch Holder
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a gorgeous Victorian pin pendant in 10k rose gold featuring a stunning selection of seed
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
18k Victorian horse shoe Brooch - 18 Karat solid gold antique pin - Good Luck
Located in Antwerp, BE
closure and a longer pin, typical of late nineteenth century, since clothing was fabricated in thicker
Category
Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 14K Gold and Silver Rose Cut Diamond Horse Jockey Enamel Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Gold and Silver Rose Cut Diamond Horse Jockey Enamel Pin. This
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel
Russian Lacquered Painted Signed Vintage Round Pin Brooch Early to Mid 1900s
Located in Milford, DE
A masterfully painted wooden vintage Russian Lacquered pin featuring a colorful bouquet of flowers
Category
Early 20th Century Russian Art Deco Antique Jewelry Pins
$224 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Edwardian French 18k Gold
Platinum 0.80ct Diamond Pearl Bar Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
This magnificent and classy antique bar pin brooch was crafted in France from solid 18k yellow gold
Category
1910s French Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Rare 18k gold Victorian owl brooch - large Owl Head - Antique pin - Art Nouveau
Located in Antwerp, BE
. This brooch is in working condition with a safety hook and pin which we believe has been replaced by a
Category
Early 20th Century European Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Antique Jewelry Pins For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a broad range of antique jewelry pins for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 14k Gold and Yellow Gold. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 18th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 20th Century. The designs in our inventory of antique jewelry pins bearing Victorian or Art Deco hallmarks are very popular. Tiffany
Co., Cartier and Krementz
Co each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. Many pieces in our collection are stylish for most occasions, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 959, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. There are many round cut, old mine cut and rose cut antique jewelry pins for sale. When shopping our range of antique jewelry pins, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.
How Much are Antique Jewelry Pins?
On average, antique jewelry pins at 1stDibs sell for $1,950, while they’re typically $65 on the low end and $180,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Finding the Right Brooches for You
Vintage brooches, which refer to decorative jewelry traditionally pinned to garments and used to fasten pieces of clothing together where needed, have seen increasing popularity in recent years.
While jewelry trends come and go, brooches are indeed back on the radar thanks to fashion houses like Gucci, Versace, Dior and Saint Laurent, all of which feature fun pinnable designs in their current collections. Whether a dazzlingly naturalistic Art Nouveau dragonfly, a whimsical David Webb animal, a gem-studded bloom or a streamlined abstract design, these jewels add color and sparkle to your look and a spring to your step.
Given their long history, brooches have expectedly taken on a variety of different shapes and forms over time, with jewelers turning to assorted methods of ornamentation for these accessories, including enameling and the integration of pearls and gemstones. Cameo brooches that originated during the Victorian age are characterized by a shell carved in raised relief that feature portraits of a woman’s profile, while 19th-century micromosaic brooches, comprising innumerable individually placed glass fragments, sometimes feature miniature depictions of a pastoral scene in daily Roman life.
At one time, brooches were symbols of wealth, made primarily from the finest metals and showcasing exquisite precious gemstones. Today, these jewels are inclusive and universal, and you don’t have to travel very far to find an admirer of brooches. They can be richly geometric in form, such as the ornate diamond pins dating from the Art Deco era, or designer-specific, such as the celebrated naturalistic works created by Tiffany Co., the milk glass and gold confections crafted by Trifari or handmade vintage Chanel brooches of silk or laminated sheer fabric. Chanel, of course, has never abandoned this style, producing gorgeously baroque CC examples since the 1980s.
Brooches are versatile and adaptable. These decorative accessories can be worn in your hair, on hats, scarves and on the lower point of V-neck clothing. Pin a dazzling brooch to the lapel of your blazer-and-tee combo or add a cluster of smaller pins to your overcoat. And while brooches have their place in “mourning jewelry,” in that a mourning brooch is representative of your connection to a lost loved one, they’re widely seen as romantic and symbolic of love, so much so that a hardcore brooch enthusiast might advocate for brooches to be worn over the heart.
Today, find a wide variety of antique and vintage brooches for sale on 1stDibs, including gold brooches, sapphire brooches and more.
Questions About Antique Jewelry Pins
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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 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.
- 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 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.
- 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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From cameos to cigar bands, here are the looks on our radar this season.
Tastemaker Bunny Mellon’s Extraordinary Schlumberger Jewels
The philanthropist and heiress was an avid jewelry collector, and her trove of Jean Schlumberger creations embodies the love of nature she shared with the famed designer.
More Ways To Browse
Italian Cameo Pins
Jade Diamond Brooch Cartier
Faberge Stick Pin
Falcon Brooch
Turquoise Gold Bird Pin
French Linen Napkins
French Marionettes
French Musical Automaton Clock
French Orangerie Planters
French Pedal Car
French Pistol
French Royal Exchange London
French Soup Bowl
French Spelter Boy
French Sunburst Chair
French Tole Verriere
French Window Shutters
Frionnet Francois