How old is vintage costume jewelry?

Vintage costume jewelry refers to costume jewelry that is 20 to 80 years old. Jewelry, costume or otherwise, that is 100 years old is referred to as antique. The big design fair in Paris in 1900 inspired jewelers to work with inexpensive materials, and Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel and others helped popularize costume jewelry during the 1920s. The roots of costume jewelry, however, took shape at least as far back as the 18th century, when paste jewelry that featured hand-cut glass instead of gemstones first emerged. Shop a variety of vintage costume jewelry on 1stDibs.

How do you identify vintage costume jewelry?

To identify vintage costume jewelry, you'll need to determine if your piece is between 20 and 99 years old. To do so, see if you can locate a maker's mark. You're most likely to find it in an inconspicuous area, such as an inner edge or a clasp. Using trusted online resources, search for the mark to learn who the maker is, then read more about it to get an idea of when it produced items similar to yours. Alternatively, you can consider having a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer help identify your costume jewelry. On 1stDibs, find a selection of vintage costume jewelry.

Turquoise Vintage Costume Jewelry

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Vintage Trifari Faux-Turquoise Clear Rhinestone Clip Earrings, 1949

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in Easton, PA

sold costume jewelry to the middle to high end market. In 1930, Alfred Philippe, an immigrant from

Vintage 1940s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Trifari Faux-Turquoise Clear Rhinestone Clip Earrings, 1949

H 1 in W 0.75 in D 0.3 in Dm 0.75 in L 1 in

Vintage Signed Ciner Goldtone Faux-Turquoise Rhinestone Flower Clip Earrings

By Ciner

Located in Easton, PA

started out as fine jewelers, but after the stock market crash of 1929, started to design costume jewelry

Vintage 1950s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Signed Ciner Goldtone Faux-Turquoise Rhinestone Flower Clip Earrings

H 1.13 in W 0.69 in D 0.2 in Dm 0.69 in L 1.13 in

Vintage Signed Boucher Asian Character Cabochon Faux-Turquoise Clip Earrings

By Marcel Boucher

Located in Easton, PA

with them until 1937. In 1937, Boucher started his own company making costume jewelry with the same

Vintage 1960s North American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Vintage Signed Boucher Asian Character Cabochon Faux-Turquoise Clip Earrings

H 1 in W 1 in D 0.2 in L 1 in

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Turquoise Vintage Costume Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact piece of turquoise vintage costume jewelry you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of gold, gold plate and silver, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect item from our selection of turquoise vintage costume jewelry may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a choice in our collection of turquoise vintage costume jewelry has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Yves Saint Laurent, Maison Gripoix and Trifari are consistently popular. An object in our assortment of turquoise vintage costume jewelry can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but turquoise rings, from our inventory of 26, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. A mixed cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also round cut and cabochon versions for sale. Most of our turquoise vintage costume jewelry for sale are for women, but there are 27 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Turquoise Vintage Costume Jewelry?

The price for a piece of turquoise vintage costume jewelry starts at $97 and tops out at $85,500 with these earrings, on average, selling for $566.

Finding the Right Clip-on-earrings for You

Crafted to match every color palette, mood or whim, a luxurious pair of vintage clip-on earrings, like any pair of earrings, goes a long way toward completing a look and contributing to the rich form of self-expression that is accessorizing with your favorite jewelry.

Everyone loves a glamorous pair of earrings, but not everyone wants their ears pierced. That’s where a dazzling pair of clip-ons comes in.

Wearing earrings goes back thousands of years, but ear piercing didn’t really become popular in the United States until the 1950s and ’60s. Over the years, jewelry designers have endeavored to create all kinds of clip-on earrings to provide jewelry lovers with a way to express themselves by wearing their favorite adornments without having to undergo the piercing process.

Whether it’s the extravagant diamond clip-on drop earrings or chandelier earrings that flappers donned during Art Deco’s heyday — short hair was in style during the era, so women favored big, bold earrings — or if subdued pearl earrings, platinum earrings (a particularly versatile choice) or a contemporary variety is your thing, clip-on earrings have been made in all kinds of styles over the years.

Clip-on earrings continue to be a comfortable alternative to the traditional iteration, and these accessories are as stylish and adaptable to both casual and formal wear as they’ve ever been.

Explore a vast range of vintage clip-on earrings on 1stDibs now, and find the perfect pair for any ensemble. Our collection includes striking clip-on earrings by David Webb, Tiffany Co., Van Cleef Arpels and others.

Questions About Turquoise Vintage Costume Jewelry

How old is vintage costume jewelry?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
Vintage costume jewelry refers to costume jewelry that is 20 to 80 years old. Jewelry, costume or otherwise, that is 100 years old is referred to as antique. The big design fair in Paris in 1900 inspired jewelers to work with inexpensive materials, and Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel and others helped popularize costume jewelry during the 1920s. The roots of costume jewelry, however, took shape at least as far back as the 18th century, when paste jewelry that featured hand-cut glass instead of gemstones first emerged. Shop a variety of vintage costume jewelry on 1stDibs.
How do you identify vintage costume jewelry?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
To identify vintage costume jewelry, you'll need to determine if your piece is between 20 and 99 years old. To do so, see if you can locate a maker's mark. You're most likely to find it in an inconspicuous area, such as an inner edge or a clasp. Using trusted online resources, search for the mark to learn who the maker is, then read more about it to get an idea of when it produced items similar to yours. Alternatively, you can consider having a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer help identify your costume jewelry. On 1stDibs, find a selection of vintage costume jewelry.

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