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Antique Victorian Serpentine Scottish Agate Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
the stone. The pink agates are not frequently seen in scottish 19th century jewelry. Here they
Category
1860s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Victorian Silver Scottish Agate Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
Scotland. Fine Scottish jewelry makers mastered the stone setting so that is was seamless. You can run your
Category
1870s Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver
Antique XIX c. Scottish Silver Jasper
Hardstone Circular 50mm Brooch.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This fine & rare piece of jewellery is
an Antique Scottish Silver Circular Brooch,
dating from
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1890s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Jasper, Silver
Reversible Lucky Horseshoe Stickpin with Bloodstone
Jasper-Scotland, 19th C
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, quite typical for Scottish jewelry of this period.
L-3.5"
W-3/8"
Category
1880s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Jasper, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Dirk in Sterling Silver
Located in Stamford, CT
Lovers of Scottish Jewelry unite and cheer this sterling silver large dirk set with moss agate
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1870s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Citrine, Sterling Silver
Victorian Scottish Circa 1870
s Agate and 15 Karat Gold Bracelet
Located in Berkeley, CA
.
Scottish jewelry grew in popularity in the mid-1800's as Queen Victoria's frequent trips to her Scottish
Category
1870s English Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Gold, 15k Gold
Antique Victorian Scottish Silver Agate Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
The terrific aspect of these Scottish earrings is that they compliment any silver jewelry or
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1860s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver, Silver
Victorian Scottish Agate Silver Link Bracelet, circa 1880
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
from within. Scottish jewellery was made popular by Queen Victoria as it became a souvenir of her
Category
Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Agate Bloodstone Citrine Silver Padlock Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A striking example of Victorian Scottish jewelry, this antique bracelet showcases alternating links
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver
A Victorian Scottish silver and agate specimen brooch circa 1890
Located in Central England, GB
This beautiful piece of Scottish late 19th century jewellery has been made in a Celtic style from
Category
Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver
Antique A
J. Smith Aberdeen Scottish Agate 9k Gold Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scottish jewelry. Crafted in 9k gold, it features five large, oval, multi-colored agate cabochons—each
Category
Late 19th Century Scottish Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Gold, 9k Gold
Antique Scottish Dirk Dagger Silver Brooch Pin
Located in Chesterland, OH
of 32.7g (1.15 oz).
Scottish jewelry gained popularity during Queen Victoria's frequent trips to
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Early 20th Century English Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
$760 Sale Price
20% Off
Victorian Scottish Dirk Kilt Brooch in Silver
Located in Napoli, IT
engravings as for Scottish jewelry tradition
1890 circa, measures 7.9 cm. x 11 mm. (h. x w.) with 9.2 grams
Category
1890s European Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Carnelian, Citrine, Quartz, Silver
Fine Large Antique Scottish 14K Yellow Gold Green-Gray Aberdeen Granite Cross
Located in New York, NY
Antique Scottish jewelry is known for its exceptional quality, distinctive design and patronage by
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19th Century Scottish Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Superb Early Victorian Ebony Collector’s Cabinet
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
result of the Queen’s love of the country was a flourishing trade in Scottish jewellery and other
Category
1850s Scottish Early Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Ebony
Pyramids of Agate in a Silver Scottish Bracelet
By Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection
Located in Stamford, CT
Scottish talent at agate carving was tradition for hundreds of years but blossomed in the Victorian
Category
Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver
19th Century Scottish Mauchline Ware Jewelry or Trinket Box
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
19th century Mauchline Ware trinket or jewelry box. It has applied and printed monochrome
Category
19th Century Scottish Scottish Antique Jewelry
Victorian Sterling Scottish Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Sterling Scottish Brooch from the 19th Century. Mid 19th Century with Greek Key blue
Category
1860s Scottish High Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Victorian Scottish Agate Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
Large Victorian oval polished banded agate within black greek enamel frame in original case.
Size : 4,5cm x 4,2cm
Category
Early 1900s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate
Victorian Sterling Silver Scottish Agate Garter Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Striking & Beautiful quality large Antique Victorian sterling silver Scottish agate garter brooch
Category
1890s British Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Victorian Scottish Agate Earrings
Located in San Antonio, TX
Victorian Scottish Carved Agate 14k Earrings
Category
1880s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, 14k Gold
19th Century Scottish Gold and Hardstone Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
Modelled as clover and thistle in hardstone with central agate with old cut diamond.
Lenght: 4,5cm
Category
1890s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Gold
15 Kt Gold Victorian Scottish Carnelian Cupid
s Arrow Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
Victorian Jewelry representing Cupid's Arrow. It signifies deep love, protection, progress, new beginnings
Category
Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, Gold, 15k Gold
1869 Scottish Cross in Original Case
Located in Dallas, TX
18 Karat yellow gold Scottish Cross originating from Robert Naughton Jeweller in Inverness
Category
1860s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$7,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Victorian Scottish Sterling Horseshoe Brooch with Three Dimensional Deer
Located in Stamford, CT
A Scottish Horseshoe brooch in sterling with two sculpted three dimensional deer on top of a deer
Category
Mid-19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Victorian Sterling Silver-Mounted Slate Backed Scottish Agate Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Victorian, sterling silver (unmarked, but tested)-mounted Scottish agate, diamond - shaped brooch
Category
1880s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Victorian Scottish Sterling Silver Banded Agate Locket
Located in Stamford, CT
An unusual combination Scottish locket leans toward the bold side. There was a silver revolution in
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Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Large Victorian Sterling Silver-Mounted Slate Backed Scottish Agate Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Victorian, sterling silver (unmarked, but tested)-mounted, slate - backed, Scottish agate brooch
Category
1880s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Granite Bracelet Sterling Silver Padlock Hair Locket
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This Victorian bracelet was handcrafted in the middle of the 19th century in Scotland. Five grey
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Mid-19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
9K Gold Edwardian Scottish Pigeon Match Pendant Award Medal
Located in Venice, CA
, Scotland, and has beautiful cutout work with a thistle pattern of flowers and leaves on the front. It's
Category
Early 1900s Scottish Edwardian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Antique Victorian Scottish Agate, Jasper, Paste Sterling Silver Dirk Kilt Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Scottish market kilt brooch in the form of a Dirk.
In (English) sterling silver.
Set with
Category
1890s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Jasper, Citrine, Sterling Silver
Victorian Scottish Malachite Serpent Pins
Located in Stamford, CT
. When gold cased jewelry is heavily cased it tests as gold making it difficult to be exact about the
Category
1860s British Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Malachite, 15k Gold
George III Scottish Sterling Silver Tablespoon
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
Scottish silver is something we don't come across often, so this delightful George III tablespoon
Category
Mid-18th Century Scottish Georgian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver, Silver
C1870 Scottish Agate Daffodil Brooch
Located in Baltimore, MD
Birmingham are credited with making agate jewelry a specialty of their workshops, of which our daffodil is a
Category
1870s British Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver
Antique Scottish Victorian Pebble Silver Cufflinks
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Scotland out of silver with inlayed pebble.
Before leaving to their new owner, the silver will be polished
Category
1880s British Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Antique Scottish Rite 14th Degree Ring 14k Rose Gold Band Masonic Size 12
Located in McLeansville, NC
has 14th degree Scottish Rite band design but does not bear an outer emblem like the standard Yod.
Category
1920s Scottish Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold, Rose Gold
Scalloped Brooch of Scottish Agate and Silver
Located in Stamford, CT
An unusual form of scalloped silver set with a mix of Scottish equally unusual. there is banded
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Agate Brooch. Late 19th Century
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Lovely piece of Scottish agate jewellery
Agate specimins mounted on engraved silver coloured metal
Category
1880s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Metal
Victorian Scottish Agate Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Lovely mid Victorian earrings of Scottish striped agate in a simple drop formation. Timeless
Category
Late 19th Century British Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Gilt Metal
Antique Scottish Quaich or Drinking Bowl by Robert Sawers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Scottish quaich.
In sterling silver.
Smithed by Robert Sawers of Edinburgh in 1901.
The
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Early 20th Century Scottish Edwardian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Thomas L Mott Antique Yellow Gold Tyneside Scottish Brigade Sweetheart Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 18 karat yellow gold 'Tyneside Scottish Brigade' regimental brooch made by
Category
1910s English Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Scottish Agate Gold Filled Cross Anchor Round Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 15.4 Grams
Stone: Scottish Agate
Measurements: 46 mm
Hallmark:
Item #: BR-1068-101023
Category
19th Century Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Gold-filled
$796 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Scottish agate and Silver bracelet, Victorian, floral
Located in NEWARK, GB
large silver slide fastener.
If you are a fan of Scottish agate jewellery then this one is for you, if
Category
19th Century British Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Brooch and Scarf Clip Set, Scottish, Silver, Victorian, circa 1890
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique brooch and scarf clip set. A Scottish, silver jewellery or accessory set, dating
Category
Late 19th Century Scottish Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Exquisite Victorian English Gold and Scottish Agate Perfume Bottle, Circa 1870
Located in Queens, NY
Exquisite Victorian English Gold and Scottish Agate Perfume Bottle, Circa 1870
Presenting a truly
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19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Gold
Edwardian Pair of Kidney-Shaped Scottish Agate and Sterling Silver Cuff Links
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Edwardian pair of kidney-shaped, Scottish Agate and sterling silver cuff links, Birmingham
Category
1910s English Edwardian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Scottish Fiddle Handle Sterling Silver Stuffing Spoon by John Heron
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, Scotland.
Monogrammed to the handle with a 'B'.
Simply a wonderful, rare Scottish period stuffing spoon
Category
Early 19th Century Scottish George III Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
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 Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Jasper, Silver
$636 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Scottish Sterling Silver Granite Reading Patent Bachelor Buttons
Located in Munich, Bavaria
These finely engraved scottish batchelor buttons were made out of polished granite and finly
Category
1890s Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Silver, Silver Plate
Exquisite Victorian English Gold and Scottish Agate Perfume Bottle, Circa 1870
Located in Long Island City, NY
Exquisite Victorian English Gold and Scottish Agate Perfume Bottle, Circa 1870
Presenting a truly
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19th Century Scottish Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Jasper, Gold
18ct Gold
Platinum Edwardian Amethyst Diamond
Pearl Scottish Thistle Pendent
Located in Brighton, GB
inspired by the iconic Scottish thistle. This exquisite piece features a rich amethyst stone at its heart
Category
Early 20th Century English Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Victorian 1900 Scottish Agate Antique Set Of Cufflinks In 18Kt Gold And Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
carved from natural Scottish brown and white banded agates, with an estimate total weight of 27.37 carats
Category
Early 1900s English Late Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,998 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Antique Scottish Agate
Silver Flexible Bracelet with Heart Lock
Located in Wheaton, IL
This striking Victorian Circa 1875 silver and agate flexible bracelet consisting of six (6) various colors of stylized rhombus-shaped agate stones with engraved silver caps at each e...
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver
Antique Scottish Sterling Silver, Agate,
Enamel Pepperettes or Pepper Shakers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of antique Scottish pepperettes.
By J. W. Kirwan & Co. of Edinburgh, Scotland.
In the
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Early 20th Century Scottish Edwardian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
A 32nd degree Scottish Rite Masonic staff. Signed Liberty
co. UK, 1900.
By Liberty
Co.
Located in Milan, IT
Scottish Rite Masonic L, 32nd degree walking stick. The handle is in the shape of a milord in black
Category
Early 20th Century British Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Onyx, Gold, Silver
Antique Elder
Co. Edinburgh Scotland Sterling Silver Gold Wash Interior Cup
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Antique sterling silver with gold wash interior cup by Elder & Co of Edinburgh, Scotland, circa
Category
19th Century Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Gold, Sterling Silver
HAMILTON
INCHES Victorian 15k/Silver Diamond Crescent Pin/Hairpin
Located in Narberth, PA
quality luxury jewelry in Edinburgh, Scotland, for well over a century up to the current day. They have
Category
Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 15k Gold, Sterling Silver
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Scottish Antique Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact piece of scottish antique jewelry you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Silver, Sterling Silver and Gold. If you’re looking for an item from our selection of scottish antique jewelry from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic choice in our collection of scottish antique jewelry over the years, but those made by Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection, Adam Graham and James Erskine are often thought to be among the most beautiful. An object in our assortment of scottish antique jewelry of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Agate, from our inventory of 313, is particularly popular. See these pages for a mixed cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also cabochon cut and uncut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an option in this array of scottish antique jewelry, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.
How Much is a Scottish Antique Jewelry?
Prices for a piece of scottish antique jewelry can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $100 and can go as high as $23,139, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,090.
A Close Look at Victorian Jewelry
The reign of Queen Victoria encapsulates a quickly evolving period of history — and jewelry styles were no exception. No single period has seen such a diverse group of jewelry attributed to it than the Victorian era. Today, there is a vast collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.
Victorian jewelry is named after Queen Victoria, whose reign lasted from 1837 to 1901, making her the second longest-ruling monarch. (She was surpassed by Queen Elizabeth II in 2015.) During this time, different styles of fashion and jewelry came and went. Thanks to our fascination with royalty and swoon-worthy melodramas like Netflix’s The Crown — which is rife with evocative fashion, jewelry and interiors — and the 2017 feature film Victoria Abdul, we are all familiar with her story. After the death of Victoria’s father and three childless uncles, she ascended to the throne at age 18. In 1840, Queen Victoria married the love of her life, her first cousin Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha.
Queen Victoria loved serpentine jewels, and she had even more power to shape trends than Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle do today. The British monarch’s best-known piece in this mold is the gold coiled-snake engagement ring she received from Prince Albert — the sinuous reptile was considered a symbol of everlasting love.
The Queen's 63-year reign has been divided by historians into the Romantic period, the early happy years, circa 1837–60; the Grand period, marked by the deaths of the Queen’s mother and husband, circa 1860–80; and the late Victorian or Aesthetic period, which lasted from about 1880 until 1901 and ushered in the Belle Époque. Queen Victoria wore her heart on her sleeve, and her fashion and jewelry reflected her emotions.
Romantic period jewelry, which featured common decorative motifs and was embellished with seed pearls, coral and turquoise, was a celebration of the young monarch’s love. Everything changed with the death of Prince Albert, and the Grand period is most often associated with mourning jewelry. Jewelry was smaller, lighter and more dainty during the late Victorian period. During this era, diamonds came into fashion, and semiprecious gems such as amethysts and opals became prevalent, too. Using gemstones for their natural beauty and not their worth was something that jewelers of the era felt passionate about, and this ideology would really become relevant in Art Nouveau jewelry.
Find a collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry — from rings, necklaces and brooches to a range of other accessories — on 1stDibs.
Questions About Scottish Antique Jewelry
- What is Scottish pebble jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Scottish pebble jewelry refers to accessories set with semiprecious stones found in Scotland. Depending on the piece, the earrings, watches, pendants, rings and other jewelry may feature agate, granite, cairngorm and other stones. Most have sterling silver settings. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Scottish pebble jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify antique jewelry, first try to locate any maker's markings. These may be found in a variety of inconspicuous locations, such as the insides of rings, the clasps of bracelets and chains and the backs of clip-on earrings, pendants and brooches. You can find trustworthy online reference guides that make searching for makers using their hallmarks easy. Once you have determined who produced your jewelry, learn about the creator and estimate approximately when they made your item. If your jewelry is at least 100 years old, it is antique. Alternatively, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist in dating your jewelry. Find a wide range of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is antique paste jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Paste jewelry is made out of a special type of flint glass that emulates several gemstones. Paste is a hand-cut glass that is polished with metal powder until it gleams like a gem. Paste jewelry was popular as a cheaper alternative to diamonds during the Georgian, Victorian, and Edwardian eras, as well as the Art Deco period. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage paste jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024To tell if jewelry is antique, look for its hallmarks. You will usually find them in inconspicuous areas, such as on clasps, the backs of pendants or the insides of bracelets and rings. Once you have located the hallmarks, use trusted online resources to identify the maker and find out when they were active. Pieces produced more than 100 years ago are antique. If you need assistance dating a particular piece, enlist the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Find a large collection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023To tell if antique jewelry is real, first look for hallmarks that may signify the maker. You can then use trusted online resources to find out what to look for to verify authenticity. If the jewelry doesn't have hallmarks, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or licensed dealer. An expert can evaluate your jewelry, tell you whether it is a genuine antique and provide information about its materials and approximate value. Explore a large selection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Jewelry is considered antique once it is 100 years old. Pieces that are 20 to 99 years old are vintage. Contemporary is the term used to describe jewelry that is less than 20 years old. Explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In antique jewelry, the term “paste” means glass finished in a way that allows it to resemble natural gemstones. To produce paste, artisans polish it for long periods of time with metal powder. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique paste jewelry.
- Is antique jewelry worth money?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024Yes, some antique jewelry is worth money. Precious metals and gemstones like platinum, gold, silver, diamonds and emeralds have value on their own. Even costume jewelry made of less expensive materials may prove valuable due to its style or maker. Because the condition also impacts the potential value of antique pieces, you may wish to have your jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To know if your antique jewelry is valuable, you can consult trusted online resources to see what similar pieces have sold for in the past. It is important to note that the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. Jewelry of a certain historical period will be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with a precious gemstone may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and give you a price estimate. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany Co., Van Cleef Arpels, BVLGARI and others. Shop a collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023To tell if jewelry is vintage or antique, first look for any hallmarks that signify its maker. You can use trusted online resources to research when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours to roughly estimate its age. Jewelry is vintage if it's between 20 and 99 years old, and antique if it is 100 years old or more. If you're unable to locate a maker's hallmark, becoming familiar with the materials and other characteristics used during different eras of jewelry can help you date your piece. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage and antique jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, some antique jewelry does go up in value. It is important to note that demand as well as the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. A certain historical period’s jewelry may be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with precious gems may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and estimate its value. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany Co., Van Cleef Arpels, BVLGARI and others. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if jewelry is antique gold, take it to a licensed appraiser experienced in evaluating jewelry. It is difficult to identify jewelry materials using only the naked eye and online resources. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted gold jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell if antique jewelry is real gold, you can first perform a simple home test. Position a magnet near the jewelry. Since gold isn't naturally magnetic, the attraction between the magnet and your piece usually indicates that your jewelry is, at most, gold-plated or crafted out of an entirely different metal. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler can also help you determine what your antique jewelry is made of. Shop a diverse assortment of antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
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