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Opal Diamond Drop Earrings Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Charming pair of vintage natural opal & diamond drop earrings (circa 1960s to 1970s) crafted in 14k
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 80s Natural Opal Diamond Ring Wide Band Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage opal & diamond cocktail ring (circa 1980s) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Opal Diamond Ring 18k Yellow Gold Cluster Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage opal & diamond cocktail ring crafted in 18 karat yellow gold (circa 1970s to 1980s
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Opal Ring Bamboo Band 14 Karat Yellow Gold Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage opal cocktail ring (circa 1960s to 1970s), crafted in 14 karat yellow gold
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal Drop Earrings Vintage 14 Karat Gold Estate Fine Jewelry Screw Backings
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant pair of opal drop earrings, crafted in 14k yellow gold. Cabochon cut oval opals measure
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Drop Earrings

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Opal Diamond Ring Spray 10 Karat White Gold Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage opal & diamond cocktail ring (circa 1950s to 1960s), crafted in 10 karat
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 10k Gold, White Gold

Black Opal Earrings Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Studs Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed pair of vintage black opal earrings crafted in 14k yellow gold. Two black opals
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1970s Mexican Fire Opal Ruby Ring Nugget Cocktail Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Mexican fire opal and ruby ring (circa 1970s), crafted in 14 karat yellow
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

6.50ct Jelly Opal Diamond Ring Vintage Platinum 6 Estate Fine Jewelry Natural
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish natural jelly opal & diamond ring crafted in 850 platinum. Natural jelly opal measures
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Platinum

1.20ct Natural Semi Black Opal Diamond Ring Estate Platinum Sz 6 Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish natural semi-black opal & diamond ring (circa 2000s) crafted in platinum. Natural opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum

Vintage 5.50ct Opal Ring 18k Yellow Gold Mens Signet Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage 5.50ct opal ring crafted in 18 karat yellow gold (circa 1960s to 1970s). The
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.18 Carat Natural Opal Diamond Ring Estate Platinum Small Cocktail Band Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish natural opal & diamond ring crafted in 900 platinum. The center opal measures 8mm x 6mm
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Armenta Large Hoop Earrings Opal Estate 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry
By Armenta
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant pair of Armenta large hoop earrings crafted in 18k yellow gold. Opals each measure 5mm x
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Natural Opal Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant vintage opal & diamond ring (circa 1960s to 1970s), crafted in 14 karat white gold
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold

Elongated Opal Diamond Ring Vintage 14 Karat Gold Estate Jewelry Pinky 4.75
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage opal & diamond ring crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Cabochon cut natural opal
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal Diamond Cluster Ring Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Cocktail Jewelry Estate Round
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage opal & diamond cluster cocktail ring crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. The center
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal Diamond Heart Charm Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Pendant Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage opal & diamond heart charm crafted in 14k yellow gold. The opal measures
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal Diamond Bangle Bracelet Cuff Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage opal & diamond bangle bracelet crafted in 14k yellow gold (circa 1970s to 1980s
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pink Opal Onyx Diamond Earrings Long Drops 14k Yellow Gold Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish pair of contemporary pink opal, onyx & diamond drop earrings crated in 14k yellow gold
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 3.00 ct. opal oval with 0.79 ct. white diamond baguettes and rounds. Handmade in platinum
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Opal and Diamond Estate Ring
Located in Derby, NY
October Birthdays and Opal collectors will enjoy this vintage opal and diamond ring. With
Category

20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Vivid Opal Pendant Vintage 14 Karat Gold Estate Fine Jewelry Blue Green
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage opal pendant crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (circa 1970s to 1980s). Opal
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Diamond Opal Platinum and Gold Cluster Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Estate platinum earrings with diamonds and black opals. The earrings have 32 round-cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Platinum

6 Carat Natural Pinfire Opal Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Jewelry Estate
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant vintage opal ring crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. The opal measures 13mm diameter and is
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal Mosaic Ring Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Estate Fine Jewelry Pear Cut
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage opal mosaic cocktail ring (circa 1970s to 1980s) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

7ct Fiery Ethiopian Opal Ring Vintage Cocktail Sz 5 Estate Fine Jewelry Oval
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage opal cocktail ring (circa 1970s) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Cabochon cut
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal Diamond Stud Earrings Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Estate Fine Jewelry Oval
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant pair of vintage opal & diamond stud earrings crafted in 14k white gold. Two natural opals
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Deco Opal Diamond Ring Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
. Centrally mounted cabochon cut natural opal measures 16mm x 10mm (estimated at 7.50 carats), accented with
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Mabe Pearl Earrings Inlaid Opal Round 14 Karat Gold Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant pair of vintage mabe pearl & inlaid opal earrings (circa 1960s to 1970s), crafted in 14k
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal Diamond Ring Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Oval Cut Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage opal & diamond ring (circa 1970s to 1980s) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Opal Pearls Gold Pendant
Located in Napoli, NA
Unusual 14k yellow Gold Cross, it features sparkling Natural Opal and micro pearls. Italy, circa
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

70s Opal Diamond Ring Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Sz 7.25 Cocktail Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish natural opal & diamond ring (circa 1970s) crafted in 18k yellow gold. Natural opal
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

c1970s Vintage Opal Diamond Ring Sz 7 14k Yellow Gold Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed opal & diamond ring crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (circa 1970s
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal Sapphire Diamond Band Sz 7 Estate 14k Yellow Gold Ring Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish contemporary opal, sapphire & diamond band crafted in 14k yellow gold. Cabochon cut oval
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Y...

10K Yellow Gold Estate Opal Ring, 2.6g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies estate ring in 10k yellow gold with opal and amethyst. Marked 10k and weighs 2.6 grams. The
Category

20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Opal, Yellow Gold

GIA Estate Opal Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
-Transparent Opal is Deep and Endless, shaped in Oval Cabochon, this Genuine Opal weights approximately 5.60
Category

1990s Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Estate Opal and Diamond Pendant Necklace in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful estate opal oval cabochon weighing 8.54 ct with 0.63 ct white diamond rounds. Handmade
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Elegant Estate Platinum Opal Amethyst Necklace - 2.78ctw, Adjustable
Located in West Hempstead, NY
fine jewelry. Featuring a stunning 2.38ctw blue opal doublet complemented by 0.40ctw of vibrant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Opal, Platinum

Opal Diamond Earrings 14 Karat Gold Estate
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous pair of Opal and Diamond Earrings. The wonderful Earrings have lovely oval Opal
Category

20th Century Unknown Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Estate Black Opal Oval and White Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 1.00 ct. black opal oval with 0.46 ct. good quality white diamond rounds and trillions
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum

Estate Fire Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 3.98 ct. fire opal oval cabochon with 0.98 ct. good quality, white, and bright diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum

Black Opal Contemporary 14 Karat Yellow Gold Estate Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Black opal vintage ring fashioned in 14 karat yellow gold. The ring features an oval 3.50 carat
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Opal, Black Opal, Yellow Gold

Vintage Platinum PT900 Mexican Opal and Diamond Estate Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A Chic and beautiful Mexican Opal ring made in Platinum PT900 with diamonds . The opal weight is
Category

2010s Unknown Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Brutalist 5 Carat Fire Opal Ring Estate of Robert Mitchum
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This vintage ring is from the private estate collection of iconic actor Robert Mitchum, dating back
Category

Vintage 1960s Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Askew London Glass Fire Opal Amethyst Scarab Bug Estate Brooch Pin
By Askew London
Located in Montreal, QC
Fabulous Askew London Brooch featuring a Scarab Beetle with a Large Glass Cabochon Fire Opal
Category

Vintage 1980s British Modernist Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Estate Opal Gold and Enamel Thistle Ring, Likely Scottish
Located in New York, NY
Very unusual vintage Thistle ring with a large round cabochon opal center (12mm in diameter) set in
Category

Early 20th Century Romantic Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Gold, Enamel

Estate Vintage Style Victorian Diamond Opal Turtle Brooch Unisex Silver Pin
Located in New York, NY
Estate Vintage Victorian Style Diamond Opal Turtle Brooch Pin in sterling silver which is a fusion
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver

Estate Black Opal Oval Dangling Pendant Necklace in 18k White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful pendant necklace featuring three 0.65 ct. black opal ovals with 0.09 ct. good quality
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Black Opal, White Gold

Huge Estate Vintage Australian Crystal Opal Diamond Platinum Ring, Signed
Located in New York, NY
This Beautiful Vintage Australian Crystal Opal is set in Authentic GRAFF Platinum Ring, signed
Category

Early 2000s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Vintage Estate 14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal Bamboo Bangle Bracelet
Located in Addison, TX
has four ethiopian opals with a green, blue, violet, orangy, yellow play of colors that are
Category

Vintage 1970s Art Deco Bangles

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold

Estate Opal Oval and White Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning blue green opal oval weighing 0.93 carats with 0.53 carats of white good quality diamond
Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Platinum

8 Carat Pear Shape Ethiopian Opal Pendant / Necklace 14 Karat Gold Estate
Located in New York, NY
Estate This spectacular Pendant Necklace consisting of a single Pear Shape Ethiopian Opal
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold

1.62ct Natural Black Opal Ring Diamond Estate Platinum Sz 6.5 Mixed Cuts
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish 1.62ct natural black opal & diamond cocktail ring crafted in platinum. Cabochon cut oval
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum

0.82ct Natural Black Opal Ring Diamond Estate Platinum Sz 6.5 Mixed Cuts
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish 0.82ct natural black opal & diamond cocktail ring crafted in platinum. Cabochon cut oval
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum

3.15 Carat Natural Mexican Fire Opal and Diamond Estate Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
stone Jewelry such as Opal, Paraiba Tourmaline, Aquamarine, Tanzanite, Jadeite and more.
Category

20th Century Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum

Estate 18 Karat Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ballerina Style Ring
Located in New York, NY
(estimated) Opal = 15.92ct twd / 21.0 x
Category

Antique 19th Century More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate 3.49ctw Australian Lighting Ridge Black Opal And Diamond 18K Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
sultans, the majestic Opal has been desired throughout the ages. From our estate collection: the Center
Category

Early 2000s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

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Opal Estate Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact piece of opal estate jewelry you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, Yellow Gold and 14k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 192 vintage or 88 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for an item from our selection of opal estate jewelry may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular piece, 1 Carat and 1.5 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. Finding an appealing choice in our collection of opal estate jewelry — no matter the origin — is easy, but Kabana, Alex Sepkus and Armenta each produced a popular version that is worth a look. An oval cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also cabochon and mixed cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for an object in our assortment of opal estate 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 Opal Estate Jewelry?

On average, a piece of opal estate jewelry at 1stDibs sells for $2,293, while they’re typically $305 on the low end and $74,800 for the highest priced versions of this item.

The Legacy of Opal in Jewelry Design

Opals were discovered in 400 BC, and since then five types have been found throughout the world. Before you start shopping for mysteriously beautiful vintage opal rings and other opal jewelry, learn about the different varieties of the gem — and find out which historical figure was reportedly willing to trade his kingdom for a single stone.

Here is a little riddle for you: the month of October has two birthstones, but only one of them encompasses the colors of other birthstones. If you guessed opal, you’re right! (The other gemstone associated with the month of October is tourmaline.)

Opals are such unusual gemstones that there are too many old-wives tales associated with them, like if you’re a blond, wearing an opal necklace will protect your locks from losing color. Opals were also very fashionable in the early 19th century, up until the publication of Sir Walter Scott’s novel Anne of Geierstein in 1829. The title heroine wears an opal and succumbs to an untimely death. However, the British monarchy, and in particular Queen Victoria, did not let this story get in their way, and they frequently gifted opals to friends and family members. October babies should disregard the noise and proudly wear their opals!

There are five types of precious opals: boulder opal, fire opal, crystal/water opal, black opal, and white/light opal. Each variety is distinguished by its color.

So, where does the name come from? The word opal is thought to originate from the Roman opalus or from the Sanskrit úpala (“precious stone”) or from the Greek opallios (“to see a color change”). So while there have been many names for the stones, opals were first discovered in 400 BC in Ethiopia. But the early reference that comes up most often in history books is from the Roman philosopher Pliny the Elder, who wrote about it in 75 AD. In his text he refers to it as opali. The Romans were big fans of opal, Mark Antony was so enamored by it that, as the story goes, he was willing to trade a portion of his kingdom for a single opal.

There's a wide variety of antique and vintage opal jewelry on 1stDibs (and you won't have to trade your kingdom for it).

Questions About Opal Estate Jewelry
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    Why it is called estate jewelry relates to the origin of pieces that fall under this category of adornment. Estate jewelry refers to pieces previously owned by someone else that became available for purchase as a part of an auction or sale after their death. An estate is the collective name for all the property and assets that an individual leaves to their heirs. Thus, estate jewelry gets its name from the fact that it is a part of a person's estate. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    Whether estate jewelry is real varies. The term “estate jewelry” describes earrings, bracelets, necklaces, rings, brooches and other pieces that become available for sale as a part of a person's estate after they die. Because people collect many kinds of jewelry, both fine jewelry — featuring precious metals and genuine gemstones — and costume jewelry — made of less expensive materials — can be part of an estate and therefore classified as estate jewelry. Find a diverse assortment of jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    Yes, estate jewelry can be worth buying. At estate sales, purchasing vintage and antique jewelry may be possible for less than you'd expect to pay elsewhere. In addition, many people appreciate the one-of-a-kind character of estate pieces. When it comes to buying estate jewelry, it’s important to patronize only reputable sources. This alone significantly diminishes the potential for mishap. Beyond buying from a reliable source, it’s important to get as much verifiable information about the accessory as possible. Buyers should keep in mind, however, that the value of any investment is subject to fluctuation, and any investment decisions should be made according to the guidance of a financial advisor. At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. If you’re looking for jewelry, a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry can be found on 1stDibs from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    To tell if estate jewelry is real, first look for hallmarks. Pieces crafted out of sterling silver, platinum, gold and other precious metals usually feature markings to identify their materials. You can find images of these markings on trusted online resources and compare them to your pieces. Maker's marks can also be a good indication. Some jewelry makers specialize in costume jewelry, which is less likely to feature genuine materials, while others produce fine jewelry, which is usually made of real gemstones and precious metals. If you still have questions about your pieces, a certified appraiser or experienced jeweler can assist you. Shop a large collection of antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry on 1stDibs.