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Victorian Scottish Sterling Silver Shield-Form Brooch with Central Cairngorm
Located in New York, NY
Lovely, large, Victorian, Scottish, sterling silver shield-form brooch decorated with stones and
Category
1880s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Topaz, Sterling Silver
Antique Scottish Silver Thistle Bangle, Buckle Design
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful antique, late Victorian or early Edwardian, Scottish silver Thistle bangle.
An unusual
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Early 20th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Victorian Scottish Tartanware Box
Located in Northampton, GB
Scottish Tartanware Box. The Box crafted from Sycamore wood of rectangular form with domed lid decorated
Category
Mid-19th Century Scottish Early Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Sycamore
Victorian Sterling Silver-Mounted Scottish Agate Hanging Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Victorian, sterling silver - mounted (unmarked, but tested), Scottish agate hanging earrings with
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1880s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Victorian Scottish Silver and Amber Cross Pendant
Located in NEWARK, GB
An unusual, beautiful and large, Victorian Scottish silver and amber cross pendant.
It is made
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19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Amber, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Agate Cairngorm Citrine Silver Brooch Pendant c 1890
Located in Montreal, QC
Timeless!
Agate jewelry that became fashionable due to Queen Victoria's love for Scotland. Agate jewelry
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1880s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Citrine, Sterling Silver
Victorian Scottish Agate and Silver Arrow Brooch, Pin, Banded Agate
Located in NEWARK, GB
A stunning antique Victorian, Scottish silver and agate arrow brooch or pin.
It is a large sized
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19th Century Scottish High Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Agate Brooch with Agates c. 1860-80
Located in Stamford, CT
This is a dome shaped Scottish brooch with beautiful silver engraving at the border. Two colors are
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1860s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Agate Shamrock Brooch or Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
The agates are a patchwork quilt of stripes, spots and marble in this Scottish silver shamrock
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Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Victorian Silver Scottish Agate Garnet Saltire Cross And Crown Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
features Scottish agates and garnets.
Saltire, also called St. Andrew’s, cross is a heraldic symbol in
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Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Garnet, Silver
Antique Victorian Geometric Scottish Agate Earrings, circa 1860-1880
Located in Stamford, CT
Although Victorian, this pair of original Scottish agate earrings are so modern in design that
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Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, 10k Gold
Antique Scottish Agate Snake Brooch
Located in Baltimore, MD
Striking snake pin of various types of agate set in silver. This jewelry became popular when Queen
Category
Late 19th Century British Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Victorian Sterling Silver-Mounted Scottish Agate Shield-Form Hanging Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Unusual, Victorian, sterling silver - mounted (unmarked, but tested), Scottish Agate, shield form
Category
1880s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Victorian Scottish Agate and Silver Seal Fob Pendant, Thistle
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful and unusual antique, Victorian era Scottish agate seal fob pendant.
The pendant is
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19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Gem Stone Inlay Rose Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1890s Scottish 14K Rose Gold Bangle Bracelet, set with different colors of Scottish Agate
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1890s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Citrine, Rose Gold
Antique Scottish Agate Bracelet
Located in Baltimore, MD
15K Scottish agate padlock bracelet with a locket back has engraved links. Scottish agate jewelry
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, 15k Gold
Victorian Scottish Amethyst, Citrine and Agate Kilt Fly Plaid Brooch, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This traditional Victorian Scottish Kilt/Fly Plaid brooch evokes classic Scots heritage showcasing
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1880s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Citrine, Agate, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Georgian Ribald Scottish Pendant of the Beggars Benison and Meryland
Located in Stamford, CT
On the face of this 18th century Scottish token is the motto, "Be Fruitful and Multiply" along with
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Early 18th Century Scottish George II Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
Scottish Agate Silver Arrow C 1870
Located in Baltimore, MD
perfectly and painstakingly carved to fit its mount. The warm colors of the Scottish agate and the matte
Category
1870s British Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver
Scottish, Silver
Agate Scent Bottle
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
A wonderful late 19th century, circa 1890, Scottish agate and silver scent bottle. The panels of
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Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver
Antique Scottish Carnelian Seal Ring, 9 Karat Yellow Gold, Signet Ring
Located in NEWARK, GB
the words Dinny Forget engraved into the stone, meaning don't forget, derived from the Scottish
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Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, Yellow Gold
1870s Scottish Agate Gold Bracelet
Located in Toronto, ON
Scottish Gold Agate padlock bracelet with engraved links, C.1875. The octagonal gold (tested 9K
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19th Century Scottish Antique Jewelry
Antique Scottish Agate Gold Bracelet
Located in London, GB
A Victorian Scottish agate bracelet, comprised of five plaques, set with a combination of agates
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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, 15k Gold
Victorian Gold and Scottish Agate Fan Brooch/Pendant
Located in New York, NY
An antique Scottish agate, seed pearl and gold brooch in the shape of a fan, with pendant bale, in
Category
1870s British Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Pearl, 15k Gold
Antique Scottish Pebble Agate Celtic Cross Brooch, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
We love this unusual antique, Victorian era Scottish agate and silver Celtic cross brooch.
It has
Category
19th Century British Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Victorian Scottish Agate and Silver Celtic Knot Brooch
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful antique Scottish agate and sterling silver celtic knot brooch.
An attractive lightly
Category
19th Century British Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Victorian Scottish Agate Pyramidal Gold Earrings
Located in Narberth, PA
A wonderful pair of Scottish agate earrings from the Victorian (ca1880) era! Each of these hanging
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Scottish Thistle Brooch, Amethyst, 9k Yellow Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique Scottish thistle brooch.
The rich gold bar brooch has two scrolling terminals
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Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Scottish Agate and Citrine Brooch, Sterling Silver
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique, early 20th century Scottish agate, citrine and Silver brooch.
An oval shaped
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1910s British Art Deco Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Citrine, Sterling Silver
Victorian Scottish Agate Bracelet, circa 1875
Located in London, GB
A Victorian Scottish agate bracelet, comprised of five panels with hinge links between, forming a
Category
1870s Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Gold
Victorian Scottish Agate Gold Link Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
A stunning Scottish Agate bracelet from the Victorian (ca1850) era! The piece, which is made with
Category
1850s English Early Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, 15k Gold
Antique Scottish agate and sterling silver brooch, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
A sweet little antique sterling silver and granite agate brooch.
It is a small sized bar type brooch with two ellipse shape granite agate panels either end and two silver beads to t...
Category
19th Century British Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Scottish Agate Pebble Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Large Victorian Scottish Gemstone Sterling Silver Brooch; Classic green and red speckled
Category
Late 19th Century British Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Impressive Victorian Scottish Agate Malachite Sterling Silver Brooch Pin c1890
Located in Montreal, QC
Stunning large Victorian Antique Malachite Sterling Silver Scottish Garter Brooch Circa 1890; C
Category
Late 19th Century British Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Malachite, Sterling Silver
Antique Scottish Agate Gold Bracelet, circa 1875
Located in Toronto, ON
Scottish 19th century agate and engraved gold Bracelet, C.1875. The gold engraved foliate mounts
Category
19th Century Scottish Antique Jewelry
Victorian Scottish Agate and Malachite Gate Bracelet
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
15k yellow gold capped beads of faceted Scottish agate, finished with a lovely "gate bracelet
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Late 19th Century Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Victorian Sterling Scottish Agate Bracelet w/Padlock
Located in Narberth, PA
A stunning Scottish agate bracelet from the Victorian (ca1880) era! The piece, which is made with
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
18 Karat Yellow Gold and Ruby Scottish Terrier Brooch/Pin
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Ruby Scottish Terrier Brooch/Pin-
This beautifully crafted 18K
Category
Early 20th Century Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Gold
Agate Rare Scottish Overlapping Crosses Hardstone Gold Brooch, 19th Century
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A rare and unusual antique Scottish hardstone brooch of traditional cross shape with patterned
Category
19th Century Unknown Contemporary Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Gold
Victorian Scottish Agate and Gold Locket Bracelet
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous bracelet holds so much colour. The settings are both simple and dome have fine engraving. The bracelet is fastened using a heart locket with a glazed back.
Length: 21...
Category
1880s Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Gold
Antique Scottish Agate Silver Cross Pendant
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Silver cross, set with multi-hued Scottish agate. 2 inches by 1.5 inches (without the jump ring
Category
1890s Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver
19th Century Scottish Agate and Silver Bracelet circa 1880
Located in Central England, GB
A Superb Scottish Agate and silver bracelet
This beautiful Scottish agate bracelet Is made from
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19th Century Scottish Late Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Agate Citrine Horn 9 Carat Gold Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Finding Scottish Agate Victorian jewelry in gold is always special. This is a Beautiful Rare 9ct
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1890s British Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Citrine, 9k Gold
Antique Keepsake Box, Scottish, Sycamore, Work, Jewellery Case, Victorian, 1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique keepsake box. A Scottish, sycamore work or jewellery case, dating to the
Category
Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Sycamore
Scottish Silver Toddy Ladle with Twisted Horn Handle by James
Walter Marshall
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This delightful toddy ladle was made in Scotland during the 19th century by silversmiths James
Category
Mid-19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Scottish Hardstone, 9 Karat Yellow and Rose Gold
Thistle
Brooch, Antique
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
.
This impressive example of Scottish 'pebble jewellery' secures to the reverse with a hinged pin and
Category
1890s Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Chalcedony, Quartz, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Gold and Scottish Hardstone Bulla-Style Pendant
Located in London, GB
and Scottish pebble bulla pendant, c. 1870, the striking pendant of Etruscan-inspired 'bulla' design
Category
1870s British Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique Victorian Scottish Agate and Silver Drop Earrings
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful pair of Antique, Victorian era Scottish sterling silver and agate drop earrings.
An
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19th Century British Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Agate and Silver Heart Pendant
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful little antique Scottish agate and Silver heart pendant.
It is a puffy silver heart
Category
19th Century British Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Scottish Sterling Silver Freedom Casket, Victorian
By Hamilton
Inches Ltd.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive antique Victorian Scottish sterling silver freedom casket; an
Category
1870s British Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Adorable Art Nouveau 14 Karat Gold German Scottish Terrier Dog Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Charm designed as a polished Scottish Terrier wearing a crosshatched dog jacket
Completed by jump
Category
Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau 14 Karat Gold Articulated Scottish Terrier Dog House Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Charm designed as a doghouse with engraved shingles and an articulated Scottish Terrier joyfully
Category
Early 1900s Art Nouveau Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold
Victorian 15k Yellow Gold, Scottish Agate and Rock Crystal Locket, Late 1800s
Located in New York, NY
Victorian 15k Yellow Gold, Scottish Agate and Rock Crystal Locket Late 1800s
Additional
Category
18th Century Unknown Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Rock Crystal, Yellow Gold
1911 Edwardian 14 Karat Yellow Gold Scottish Rite Antique Cigar Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
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The phrase is used on the inside of all Scottish Rite Free Mason bands
Stamped for 14 karat gold
Circa
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1910s Edwardian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco GIA 2.02 Old European Diamond Scottish Thistle Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
certified 2.02 carat Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Scottish Thistle Engagement Ring. Adorned with
Category
1920s Art Deco Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Gold Scottish Signet Ring, "Touch not the Cat bot the Glove", c. 1900.
Located in Aspen, CO
"touch not the cat bot (without) a glove. This is the motto for the Scottish clan Macpherson. The
Category
Early 1900s Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold
Victorian Sterling Silver and Scottish Agate Jewelry/Trinkets Box
Located in New York, NY
Victorian, sterling silver and Scottish agate jewelry/"trinkets" box, Birmingham, England, 1900
Category
Early 20th Century British Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, 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 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 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 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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