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Italian Bronze Rectangular Portrait Jewelry/Vanity Box
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is an Italian bronze small rectangular jewelry/vanity portrait box. It depicts an embossed
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Bronze

Henryk Winograd Pure .999 Silver Repoussé Japanese Geisha Pendant
Located in New York, NY
, known for his exquisite repoussé portrait jewelry and miniature works of art. The piece features an
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Early 20th Century Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Miniature Portrait Brooch With Rose Cut Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
, showcases the exceptional craftsmanship and artistry for which the esteemed jewelry firm was known
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Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Victorian 2.32 Carat Diamond and 12k Yellow Gold Miniature Portrait Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
, silver set hand painted miniature portrait pendant; part of our diverse antique portrait jewellery
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1890s Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver

Portrait of Woman with Jewelry
Located in Fredericksburg, VA
Orleans at the time and is a very well done portrait in excellent condition.
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Mid-19th Century Hudson River School Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Painting Portrait Young Italian Jewelry Belgian Academic Painter COLLIN 19th
Located in PARIS, FR
. Our painting is a portrait of a model, “Regina,” a young Italian woman wearing beautiful jewelry
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Late 19th Century Academic Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Oil

Antique Victorian Portrait Locket Pendant Pearls 18k Gold Vintage Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
approx. 1mm seed pearls are set into the locket. A hand painted portrait of a woman adorns the center
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Enamel Earrings Portrait of a Woman 18k Yellow Gold Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
trims to the hair and clothing add a subtle sheen to the portraits in what appears to be armor or
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Hand Carved Portrait Shell Cameo Gold Pin Pendant Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Cameo Pin depicting a Beautiful Young Woman posing a striking a Romantic pose. The Hand Carved oval Cameo is securely set in a Handmade 14K yellow Gold bezel and and filigr...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

French Bronze Jewelry Musical Box with Portrait Miniature Painting
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
French Bronze Jewelry Musical Box with Portrait Miniature Painting Late 1800s to earliest 1900s
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Early 1900s French Romantic Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Bronze

French Gilt Bronze Jewelry Box with Limoges Enamel Portrait Plaque
Located in Vilnius, LT
Antique French bronze jewelry box with Limoges enamel portrait plaque. This jewelry box with
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Early 20th Century French Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Bronze

Art Nouveau Satin Lined Jewelry Box with/ Portrait on Cover
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Art Nouveau Jewelry Pink Satin Lined Box, the woman is depicted with flowers in her hair and pink
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1910s American Art Nouveau Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Wood

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Chalcedony Portrait Cameo Oval Massive Cocktail Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
Jewellery” is a successful family-owned business since 2009. Our enthusiasm for finding fine jewellery
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Chalcedony, Gold

Edwardian Portrait Marquise Cut Diamond and Ruby Ring
Located in London, GB
from 18ct yellow gold and showcases a single marquise shaped portrait-cut diamond which has been
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Dresser or Jewelry Box with Enamel Portrait and Gilt Bronze Mounts
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique dresser or jewelry box is unsigned, but presumed to have been made in France in
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Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Romantic Edwardian 18th Century Revival Portrait Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Romantic Edwardian 18th Century Revival Portrait Brooch of vermeil silver set with varisized seed
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Early 1900s French Romantic Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Crystal, Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Portrait Mourning Brooch
Located in New York, NY
. Featuring a sepia-toned portrait of a solemn gentleman preserved under convex glass, the piece is framed by
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19th Century Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Edwardian Diamond Portrait Brooch, c.1902
Located in London, GB
features a stunningly detailed portrait painted with three small diamonds set as if to be her jewellery
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Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Enamel Portrait Brooch with Sapphires and Diamond
Located in New York, NY
Enamel Portrait Brooch with Sapphires and Diamond Description: This finely crafted brooch centers
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Early 1900s Unknown Retro Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Georgian Diamond Portrait Brooch Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a rare and wonderful portrait pendant dating back to the Georgian era. This portrait
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19th Century Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold

14k gold and enamel miniature portrait hat pin
Located in New York, NY
oval enamel miniature depicting a female portrait. Hallmark 14Y is on the backside. Weight: 2.4 grams
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Enamel, 14k Gold

Antique 14KT White Gold Filigree Portrait Cameo Brooch
Located in New York, NY
feminine portrait, framed in an intricate 14KT white gold filigree setting. The delicate filigree work adds
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Early 20th Century Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold

Georgian German 14k Portrait Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
ring features a circular centerpiece, which holds a hand-painted portrait. The portrait depicts Ludwig
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1750s Georgian Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

First Empire Napoleonic Portrait Necklace
Located in New Orleans, LA
portraits set beneath glass, portraying figures of the Empire. The clasp is centered with the likeness of
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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Carnelian, Rose Gold

Victorian 14KT Yellow Gold Diamond Portrait Cameo Pin
Located in New York, NY
This Victorian portrait Cameo pin is an elegant and timeless addition to any jewelry collection
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1870s American Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Antique 14KT Yellow Gold Pink Cameo Portrait Pin/Pendant
Located in New York, NY
An antique cameo portrait carved in soft pink shell, set in a 14KT yellow gold bezel with engraved
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Late 19th Century Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1920 s Czech Portrait Earrings
Located in New York, NY
1920's Czech Portrait Earrings with faux coral, enamel and lithographed milk glass pendants of a
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1920s Czech Art Deco Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

Carved Coral seed pearls gold Portrait Cameo
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
leaves, seed pearls and a Greek border framing her gorgeous portrait. Turn it over to reveal a pin back
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1880s Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry

Victorian Yellow Gold Miniature Portrait Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian 9k yellow gold hand painted miniature portrait pendant
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1870s Unknown Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Sterling Silver Lovely Lady Portrait Brooch Pin
Located in Wallkill, NY
" x 1.38 This is out of a massive jewelry collection from a Westchester county NY estate 95% of this
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique French 18K, Portrait Guilloche Enamel Rose diamond Brooch c. 1880.
Located in Aspen, CO
1-1/8th inches across, this fine antique enamel brooch of a maiden with both portrait enamel and
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1880s Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Enamel, 18k Gold

Antique 14K Yellow Gold Shell Cameo Diamond Accent Portrait Brooch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
-carved shell cameo depicting a classical female profile in high relief. The portrait features softly
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Late 19th Century Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Framed Portrait Monochrome Photography American Postcolonial 9k Gold Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Framed Portrait Monochrome Photography American Gilded Age Size: 2.5 inch by 2 inch Weight: 18.3
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1880s American Art Nouveau Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

9k Gold

Plojoux diamond enamel portrait pendant/brooch, Swiss, circa 1915.
Located in London, GB
Plojoux diamond enamel portrait pendant/brooch. Set throughout the brooch with sixteen round mixed
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1910s Swiss Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Enamel

French Art Nouveau 18 Karat Yellow Gold Child s Portrait Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
jewelry since 1975, we deliver all our jewel with their certificate of authenticity, written by our
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 14K Gold Enamel Miniature Portrait Brooch, 19th Century
Located in Rotterdam, NL
14-karat yellow gold and set with an enamel miniature portrait. The oval-shaped enamel plaque
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Other, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Enamel

Estate Art Nouveau Era 14KT Yellow Gold Heart Portrait Pin
Located in New York, NY
Estate Art Nouveau Era 14KT Yellow Gold Heart Pin featuring a porcelain portrait of a couple. This
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Hand Painted Portrait Diamond and Seed Pearl Victorian Pendant Brooch
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Hand Painted Portrait Brooch Pendant. Depicting a Beautiful Woman
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Handpainted Miniature Portrait With Yellow Gold and Diamond Frame
Located in New York, NY
Antique Portrait Miniature Brooch with Ornate Gold Filigree and Old Mine Cut Diamond Accents. This
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1890s Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, 15k Gold

Vintage Hand Carved Portrait Amethyst and Seed Pearl Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
carved Faux Amethyst, featuring 2 Lovely Female Portraits, accented with Hand crafted Silver Jewelry
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Mid-19th Century Artisan Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Silver, Brass

Antique Limoges Enamel Portrait Brooch Renaissance Revival Gilt Metal
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This Limoges Enamel is set in a frame made out of gilt metal. It shows a portrait of a Renaissance
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1880s French Renaissance Revival Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Enamel, Mixed Metal

Victorian 14 Karat Gold Porcelain Lady Miniature Portrait Oval Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
1840. The piece features a miniature portrait depicting a lady. It is hand painted on a porcelain
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Early 19th Century Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian Gold Carved Cameo Agate Lady Portrait Detailed Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Carved Agate - Oval Shape - Bezel Set - Deep Orange w/ White Carving Color - 18.3x13.5mm (approx.) Material: Solid 12k Rose Green Gold Frame ...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Agate, Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian 18ct Gold Reverse-Printed Crystal Dog Portrait Cufflinks, Circa 1890
Located in Northampton, MA
Carved crystal cabochons are painted on the reverse to portray two little black and white terriers. Perhaps the only thing more wonderful in the world than a pair of carved crystal c...
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1860s British Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Crystal

Antique 18ct Gold French, Victorian Hardstone Lady Cameo Portrait Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
portrait of a lady, intricately designed from hardstone. The captivating profile is elegantly framed in
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Gold Muzo Colombian Emerald Diamond Hand Painted Portrait Pendant Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (7) Natural Genuine Muzo Colombian Emerald - Ole Mine Cut - Prong Set - Vivid Green Color - 0.80-1.0ctw (approx.) (24) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Mine Cut - Prong S...
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19th Century Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Guilloche Enamel Portrait Brooch with Rose Cut Diamonds
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
portrait brooch is skillfully hand painted and crafted guilloche enamel. Two rose cut diamonds adorn the
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Late 19th Century French Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Large 9ct Gold, 1920s Three Graces Shell Cameo Portrait Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Cameo Brooch 9ct Gold Hallmark Circa 1920s An impressive oval shell cameo brooch depicting the Three Graces, the classical figures of charm, beauty, and creativity. The c...
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Early 20th Century English Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

Estate Pearl &Enameled Brooch Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Miniature Portrait
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
a hand-painted portrait of a beautiful young woman with rose colored gown and gems decorating her
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Early 20th Century European Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Era 18KT Yellow Gold And Silver Portrait Diamond Pin
Located in New York, NY
Antique Victorian Era 18KT Yellow Gold And Silver Portrait Diamond Pin. The 0.75CT-TW rose cut
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1890s American Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique 14k Yellow Gold French Portrait of Women Diamond Brooch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite antique brooch features a finely hand-painted portrait of a French woman, elegantly
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19th Century Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau 18K Yellow Gold Portrait Brooch - France - Circa 1900
Located in Chatham, CA
Art Nouveau 18K yellow gold portrait brooch - featuring a classical style portrait bust in relief
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 15ct Gold, Victorian Seed Pearl Shell Cameo Portrait Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
features a captivating shell portrait depicting a serene scene with a tree, two doves, a woman, and a small
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

Victorian 18kt Diamond Enamel Portrait Locket
Located in Narberth, PA
is made of 18kt yellow gold and has a vividly stunning portrait displayed on its face. The portrait
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique 9ct Rose Gold, 1920s Three Graces Shell Cameo Portrait Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
antique jewellery. The brooch measures approximately 44.2mm in height and 35.2mm in width. All of our
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Early 20th Century English Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 14 Karat Gold Hand Painted Portrait Brooch Pin Pendant
Located in Wallkill, NY
14k yellow gold antique hand painted on porcelain portrait brooch pin with a bale on the back. The
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1920s Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Gold and Enamel Portrait Cuff Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Gold And Enamel Portrait Cuff Bracelet , Enamel Portrait of a Middle Eastern Royal with 3 pearls
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Early 1900s Antique Portrait Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Enamel

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Antique Portrait Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact piece of antique portrait jewelry you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and 14k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You’re likely to find the perfect item from our selection of antique portrait 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 20th Century. Creating a choice in our collection of antique portrait jewelry has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by A. C. Lalli, Bailey, Banks Biddle and Boucheron are consistently popular. An object in our assortment of antique portrait jewelry of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 54, is particularly popular. A portrait cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also rose cut and round cut versions for sale. Most of our antique portrait jewelry for sale are for women, but there are 133 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Antique Portrait Jewelry?

On average, a piece of antique portrait jewelry at 1stDibs sells for $2,400, while they’re typically $120 on the low end and $25,335 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Questions About Antique Portrait 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.