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Vintage Kazakhstan Moss Agate with Opal Sterling Silver Pendant
Located in Chesterland, OH
Moss (dendritic) agate with an opal East Kazakhstan region, Karaganda region, Kazakhstan.
Moss
Category
Late 20th Century American Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Opal, Sterling Silver
Vintage 925 Silver Pair of Earrings with Blue Agate
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful pre-owned silver pair of earrings is measured 23mm Length and 19mm width each silver pair. It is a pre-owned vintage condition with scratches and tiny deterioration on...
Category
1970s British Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver
Verdura Citrine Agate Seashell Gold Ear Pendant Earrings
By Verdura
Located in New York , NY
VERDURA Citrine Agate Seashell Gold Ear Pendants Earrings.
The earrings are made from agate into
Category
1970s Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Citrine, 18k Gold
Georg Jensen Green Agate Silver Pendant Necklace No. 171
By Georg Jensen
Located in Mt. Kisco, NY
Georg Jensen Pendant Necklace No. 171 with Green Agate. This pendant necklace was designed by
Category
20th Century Danish Arts and Crafts Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Carvin French Blue Agate, Diamond and Gold Ring
By Carvin French
Located in Atlanta, GA
18 Karat Yellow Gold, Blue Agate and Diamond Ring by Carvin French
• Marked 750 with makers mark
Category
Late 20th Century Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georg Jensen Dove Brooch No 134 with Green Agate by Kristian Mohl-Hansen
By Georg Jensen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Georg Jensen Dove Brooch No 134 designed by Kristian Mohl-Hansen.
Bright Green Agate Cabochons
Category
20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Andrew Grima Winking Owl Agate Brooch
By Andrew Grima
Located in New York, NY
A whimsical piece of jewelry from one of the premiere masters of British jewelry design. Only
Category
1970s English Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver
Antique Ancient Style Carved Agate Arabic High Karat Gold Ring
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
This is stunning antique ring made in high karat gold with crown like design. The agate portion has
Category
1940s Unknown Greek Revival Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Gold
Vintage Sterling 925 Modernist Blue Lace Agate Asymmetrical Statement Ring
Located in Boston, MA
agate we have seen. Beautifully mounted on a bold asymmetric sterling setting.
We combine ship and
Category
1960s English Modernist Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Circa 1960 Van Cleef
Arpels 18 Karat Gold Green Agate Bracelet
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in London, GB
A Gold bracelet ornamented with 3 important Green Agate Cabochons
Circa 1960
Green Agate, Gold 18K
Category
1960s French Retro Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, 18k Gold
Vintage Native American Sterling Silver with Agate Cuff Bracelet, Size 6.25
Located in Van Nuys, CA
features an oval brown agate with nice caramel striations.
Center stone: 40 x 30 mm.
Wrist Fit: 6.25 inches
Category
20th Century American Native American Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Vintage Green Agate, Emerald, Diamond
Green Garnet Ring In 14k
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Vintage Green Agate, Emerald, Diamond & Green Garnet Ring In 14k. Size 6.5.
- 39 round cut
Category
1980s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, 14k Gold
Hans Hansen Modernist Sterling Silver and Moss Agate Ring(Size 6)
By Hans Hansen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans Hansen Modernist Sterling Silver & Moss Agate Ring. Size 6
Stone size is 1.5" L x 1.15" W
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Modernist Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Tiffany
Co. Paloma Picasso Agate and Rock Crystal Beaded Necklace
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany
Co.
Located in Wilmington, DE
PALOMA PICASSO
for
TIFFANY & Co.
Vintage 1983
Agate, Rock Crystal and Steel Bead Necklace
Category
1980s North American Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Tiger Agate, Aqua, and Diamond Pendant in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Lake Havasu City, AZ
Big, bold, amazing, masterpiece cross pendant. Very rare red tiger Agate (25 CTW) with sharp lines
Category
20th Century Unknown Artisan Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s Round Flattop Cabochon Cut Mexican Fire Agate 950 Sterling Ring
Located in Champions State Gate, FL
This vintage Mid Century fire agate ring is artisan crafted with fine 950 sterling silver and
Category
1960s Unknown Modernist Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
1970s Agate and Silver French Modern Necklace, Designed by Lacroix, France
By Lacroix
Located in Stockholm, SE
Designed by the French designer Lacroix in the 1970's.
Category
1970s French Modern Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Abstract Handmade Agate Slab Necklace
Located in New York, NY
crystal and large oval agate slab. Lobster clasp and jump ring closure. Copper chain, 19"L; adjustable
Category
1980s Unknown Artisan Vintage Agate Jewelry
1972 Andrew Grima Moss Agate Diamond Gold Belt Buckle with Leather Belt
By Andrew Grima
Located in London, GB
agate and with original black leather belt with velcro fastening
Andrew Grima (1921-2007) was born in
Category
1970s British Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Diamond, 18k Gold
Russian Sterling Silver Agate Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Russian sterling silver agate necklace. Chain, 21 1/2”L x 1/8”W; pendant, 2 7/8” by 2”. Marked
Category
1960s Russian Artisan Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Statement Necklace-Designer Artisan AKR-Agate and Tiger
s Eye, Sterling Silver
By Amy Kahn Russell
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
and Sizes of Agate and Tiger's Eye and Sterling to Surround your Neck with Style and Sophistication
Category
20th Century American Modernist Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Tiger s Eye, Sterling Silver
Vintage Circa 1970s White Agate Ruby Sapphire Ring 14 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Encased in shimmering 14 carat gold, the Tivona carved white agate rose ring reveals an ethereal
Category
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Retro Pendant 1940s Agate Coral Turquoise Yellow Gold 18 Karat
Located in Valencia, Comunidad Valenciana
agate, coral and turquoise. Set in bezel. Polished and rustic finish.
Ideal to use as a pendant or
Category
1940s Unknown Retro Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Coral, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef
Arpels Vintage Delphe Coral Agate Gold Necklace Bracelet Brooch
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in Beziers, FR
Cabochon Coral Pink and Cabochon Green Agate.
Mounted in 18k yellow gold.
French assay marks for gold
Category
1970s French Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Unisex Carnelian Intaglio Signet Ring, Antique Roman Agate Seal Ring
Located in Rottedam, NL
A chunky unisex signet ring with an orange agate intaglio. This very heavy - 13.4 grams - antique
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian High Victorian Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage KENZO Articulated Koi Fish Faux Agate Brooch
By Kenzo
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage KENZO Articulated Koi Fish Faux Agate Brooch
Measurements:
Height: 5.51 inches (14 cm
Category
20th Century French Vintage Agate Jewelry
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Earrings No.44D with Green Agate
By Georg Jensen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Earrings No.44D With Green Agate.
Complimentary gift box included with
Category
20th Century Danish Art Deco Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Antique Unisex Carnelian Intaglio Signet Ring, 18k Gold Large Agate Seal Ring
Located in Rottedam, NL
A chunky unisex signet ring with an orange agate intaglio. This very heavy - 13.4 grams - antique
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian High Victorian Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gübelin Couple of Sparrows Agate Calcite Sculpture
By Gubelin
Located in Paris, FR
Sculpture representing a couple of sparrows in agate on a calcite base.
Sold with copies of
Category
1980s Swiss Contemporary Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate
1970
s Gold-Toned Agate Statement Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
agate stones in varied neutral tones. Long faceted agate beads are linked together. Leaf motif in the
Category
1970s French Vintage Agate Jewelry
Vintage Studio Made Agate
Gold Oval Brooch
Located in Seguin, TX
Vintage mid 20th century artist studio made oval plume agate stone in gold fill twist bezel setting
Category
Mid-20th Century American Edwardian Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Gold Plate
Vintage circa 1990s 9 Carat Yellow Gold Oval Green Agate Cabochon Clip Earrings
Located in Hamilton, AU
Crafted in 9 carat rose gold, these opulent earrings each features a lovely oval green agate
Category
20th Century Modern Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Chaumet Round Gold-plated Lidded-Box with Agate
By Chaumet
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite gold-plated lidded box with a hinged agate slice serving as its cover. The use of
Category
1960s French Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Gold Plate
Ciner Rhinestones And Pink Agate Earrings
By Ciner
Located in New York, NY
Ciner is a dependable jewelry company that creates splendid and well made jewelry. This subtle pair
Category
Mid-20th Century American Vintage Agate Jewelry
Royal Copenhagen Sterling Silver and Landscape Agate Necklace
By Royal Copenhagen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Royal Copenhagen Sterling Silver and Landscape Agate Necklace
Sterling silver bezel featuring a
Category
1980s Danish Art Deco Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Gübelin Kingfisher Azurmalachite Agate Onyx Rock Cristal Sculpture
By Gubelin
Located in Paris, FR
Sculpture of a kingfisher in azurmalachite and agate with eyes in onyx, base on rock crystal
Category
1980s Swiss Contemporary Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Malachite, Onyx, Quartz
Stunning Georg Jensen Amber Green Agate Silver Necklace
By Georg Jensen
Located in Frederiksberg c, n/a
Vintage Art Nouveau sterling silver necklace decorated with green agate and amber stones, design #1
Category
20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Amber, Sterling Silver
Andrew Grima Polished Agate Panel, Single Diamond 18 Karat Signed Brooch
By Andrew Grima
Located in London , GB
A 1970s brooch by Andrew Grima, the circular slightly domed polished agate panel within a scaled
Category
Mid-20th Century British Modernist Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Natural Agate Dolphin with 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Leaping playfully from the crest of its natural agate waves, which are edged with a smooth bubbly
Category
Late 20th Century German Contemporary Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1991 Artist Made Sterling Copper Agate Necklace
Earrings
Located in Seguin, TX
Vintage 1991 artist made dimensional sterling silver, red tigereye, copper and agate sculptural
Category
Mid-20th Century American Bohemian Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver, Copper
Vintage Signed Stephen Dweck Sterling Agate, Turquoise
Coral Long Necklace
By Stephen Dweck
Located in New York, NY
This Collectible signed Stephen Dweck necklace has various shaped agates, turquoise and coral
Category
1990s American Vintage Agate Jewelry
1970s William deLillo Natural Tiger Eye Pearl and Agate Necklace
By deLillo
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Tiger Eye Pearl and Agate Necklace is constructed wuite simpley on goldtone chain with o ring
Category
1970s American Vintage Agate Jewelry
Mid-Century Selro Agate Art Glass Florentine Link Bracelet, 1950s
Located in Burbank, CA
which rests a large oval cabochon of dimpled agate art glass held in place by large fleur-de-lys prongs
Category
1950s Vintage Agate Jewelry
Vintage 1980s Signed Ciner Cabochon Faux-Agate
Black Enamel Earrings
By Ciner
Located in Easton, PA
1980s goldtone cabochon faux-agate, black enamel and rhinestone clip back earrings. Marked "Ciner
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate
Gold and Green Agate Pendant Necklace on Green Silk
Located in Milano, Italy
centre stone is green agate embellished with pearls. It is truly a special piece.
Category
20th Century Afghan Bohemian Vintage Agate Jewelry
Gold and White Agate Pendant Necklace on Lavender Silk
Located in Milano, Italy
agate centre stone, embellished with pearls and gemstones on 100% silk. It is truly a special piece.
Category
20th Century Afghan Bohemian Vintage Agate Jewelry
Gold and Violet Agate Pendant Necklace on Purple Silk
Located in Milano, Italy
This beautifully crafted necklace was handmade in Afghanistan. It is 24-carat gold-plated and the center stone is turquoise embellished with pearls and gemstones. It is truly a speci...
Category
20th Century Afghan Bohemian Vintage Agate Jewelry
Unique Gold-Plated Pendant with Pink Central Agate Stone from Afghanistan
Located in London, GB
silk necklace. The central stone is pink agate.
Category
Late 20th Century Afghan Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate
Cartier Art Deco Agate Coral Onyx Silver Gilt St. Christopher Plaque
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
jewelry case included.
CREDENTIALS
- Engraved “Cartier MADE IN FRANCE”
- French assay mark
Category
20th Century French Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Chalcedony, Coral, Silver
1968 Andrew Grima Pendant Brooch with Original Tork Necklace
By Andrew Grima
Located in London, GB
'GRIMA' and stamped 18k (on clasp).
18k textured gold with crystallised agate and cultured pearl with
Category
1960s British Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
Shell Cameo in 14-Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Saint Louis, MO
A shell cameo carved with a classic rubenesque portrait and framed in an ornate 14-karat yellow gold border that perfectly complements the rich warm oranges of the shell. Large yet l...
Category
1950s Modern Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, 14k Gold
Chaumet Paris Circus Poodle With Attitude Gold Sapphire Ruby Diamond Brooch Pin
By Chaumet
Located in Palm Beach, FL
on his ball that features all cabochon cut rubies, sapphires, and agates with star designs plus a
Category
1960s French Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
CARTIER. A Gem-Set Ladybird
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Designed as a yellow gold body set with a domed agate shell accented with three cabochon turquoise
Category
1960s French Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Agate, Turquoise, 18k Gold
$40,000
Vintage Brooche and Pendant 1950s Camafeo Gold 18 Karat
Located in Valencia, Comunidad Valenciana
in agate and shell, in gold 18 carats weight 7 grams. Decorated with curvilinear motifs and spheres
Category
1950s Spanish Retro Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Carnelian, 18k Gold, Gold
1960s Superb French Gem Set Diamond Gold African Princess Head Brooch
Located in Kortrijk, BE
An unusual agate, diamond and multi gem traditional Kenya Nandi Tribe Princess head brooch, the
Category
1960s French Revival Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Danish 1950s Silver Bracelet by Nils Erik From
Located in Oslo, NO
agate stones. The bracelet is in excellent vintage condition, with no imperfections to its form.
Category
1950s Danish Modernist Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver
Bracelet Designed by Torun Bülow-Hübe for Georg Jensen, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Sterling silver and moss agate.
Category
1960s Danish Modern Vintage Agate Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
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Vintage Agate Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate piece of vintage agate jewelry for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and yellow gold. Finding the perfect item from our selection of vintage agate jewelry may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 20th Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic choice in our collection of vintage agate jewelry over the years, but those made by Luigi Ferrara, Georg Jensen and Van Cleef
Arpels are often thought to be among the most beautiful. An object in our assortment of vintage agate jewelry of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring agate, from our inventory of 1281, is particularly popular. See these pages for a cabochon iteration of this accessory, while there are also mixed cut cut and round cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our vintage agate jewelry for sale are for women, but there are 664 pieces available to browse for men.
How Much is a Vintage Agate Jewelry?
On average, a piece of vintage agate jewelry at 1stDibs sells for $1,541, while they’re typically $45 on the low end and $290,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Questions About Vintage Agate Jewelry
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Jewelry that is 20 to 80 years old is considered vintage. Pieces that are 100 years old or older are antiques. Vintage jewelry includes rings, earrings, necklaces, bracelets, brooches and even hair accessories like combs. Shop a range of vintage jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024To identify vintage jewelry, look for a maker's hallmark. You'll usually find it on a necklace, pin or earring clasp; the back of a pendant or earring or the inside of a bracelet or ring. Try snapping a photo of the hallmark and doing a reverse image search to quickly determine who produced it. If that doesn't work, you can look up the hallmark using trusted online reference resources or have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer assist you. Shop a large collection of vintage jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023To tell if jewelry is vintage, first look for hallmarks that may indicate the maker. Then, consult trusted online resources to research the markings and find out when the jewelry house produced pieces that are similar to yours. Anything made at least 20 to 80 years ago is vintage. Because there are many contemporary pieces inspired by vintage designs, you may want to consider taking your jewelry to a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer who can inspect and date it. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of vintage jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Yes, some vintage jewelry has markings. Makers may have stamped pieces with hallmarks to represent the types of metals used in them and/or to signify that they came from certain brands. However, not all vintage jewelry is marked. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of vintage jewelry from some of the world's top dealers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify vintage Tiffany jewelry, see if you can find either a “Tiffany Co.” or “T&Co.” stamp, as nearly all pieces produced by the luxury jewelry maker will display one or the other. Engagement rings made during the late 1960s and beyond will also usually have a serial number, which you can research. However, it is usually inscribed onto the gemstone's girdle in characters too small to be read with the naked eye. If your piece is a diamond ring, you can take it to an authorized Tiffany Co. repair center to have the serial number read and researched to learn more about it. For all other types of jewelry, you can either conduct online research to determine if it is between 20 and 99 years old, making it vintage, or you can have a certified appraiser or experienced dealer help you with the identification process. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of vintage Tiffany Co. jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify vintage rhinestone jewelry, look at the back, clasp and other inconspicuous areas in search of a maker's mark. By definition, vintage jewelry is between 20 and 99 years old, so you'll need a rough idea of when the maker produced your item to determine if it is vintage. You can begin the dating process by researching the maker using trusted online resources and looking at images of its pieces from over the years. Alternatively, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can help you with the process. Shop a large collection of vintage costume jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Yes, nearly all vintage Tiffany jewelry is stamped. However, the stamp on older pieces may not include the maker's name. You should still find a hallmark that represents the metal’s purity. Examples include 925, AG925 or STER for sterling silver. Find a variety of Tiffany Co. jewelry from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024It's not possible to say for sure which vintage jewelry is worth the most money. Trends in collecting vary over time, and because the term vintage refers to pieces that are between 20 and 99 years old, what's considered vintage changes each year as well. However, collectors are often on the hunt for vintage jewelry produced by notable makers, such as Cartier, Tiffany Co., Van Cleef Arpels, Harry Winston, Chanel, Miriam Haskell, David Webb and Georg Jensen. Vintage jewelry may also have value due to its materials, such as gold, platinum and diamonds. To find out how much your vintage pieces may be worth, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of vintage jewelry.
- 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 ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell quality vintage jewelry, examine its details carefully. Ensure that any clasps or fasteners operate smoothly and stay securely fastened. Quality vintage jewelry will also feature sturdy hardware, such as the posts on a pair of earrings, the prongs securing a gemstone in a ring or the o-rings connecting a pendant to a chain. You can also research the maker to learn about the manufacturer's reputation when evaluating vintage jewelry. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Vintage 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023The way to tell if vintage jewelry is real depends first on determining what you mean by "real." If you want to know if a piece is actually made by a particular brand or is a reproduction, you can consult trusted online resources to see what hallmarks and other details are present on genuine pieces. Then, you can examine your jewelry using these criteria. You can also find tests to determine whether precious metals and gemstones are real or not. However, use caution, as some tests can damage jewelry. A simple way to tell if vintage jewelry is an authentic example of a particular maker's work or made of real materials is to take the piece to an experienced appraiser or dealer. Find a large selection of vintage jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024To tell if vintage jewelry is valuable, consider its maker, age, materials, style, type and condition. Using these criteria, you can identify similar pieces previously sold on trusted online platforms and get a rough idea of your jewelry's value. However, the best way to find out how much vintage jewelry is worth is to seek an expert's opinion, such as a certified appraiser, experienced jeweler or knowledgeable antiques dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of vintage jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023Many people would argue that vintage jewelry isn't making a comeback because it has never faded in popularity. Although what's considered vintage changes from decade to decade, the demand for jewelry that is between 20 and 99 years old generally remains high. There are collectors who look for pieces featuring specific materials or that were made by certain brands, and many men and women find vintage jewelry appealing because it is unique and has history. Shop a variety of vintage jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023To find out how much your vintage jewelry is worth, you can conduct online research using trusted sources. By seeing what similar pieces have sold for in the past, you can estimate the value of your jewelry. For a more precise valuation, enlist the services of an appraiser or knowledgeable vintage jewelry specialist. Find a wide range of vintage jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Yes, vintage Tiffany jewelry may be worth something. Due to the popularity of the American jewelry maker and the quality of the pieces that Tiffany Co. produces, accessories often hold or appreciate in value over the years. The house is celebrated for its range of partnerships with the likes of Elsa Peretti, Jean Schlumberger and others, which can also contribute to how collectible a given bracelet or necklace might be. However, the style, type and condition of the jewelry will impact how valuable it is. A certified appraiser or experienced dealer can let you know how much a specific piece is worth. Find a diverse assortment of vintage Tiffany Co. jewelry on 1stDibs.
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