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Brutalist 14 Karat Gold Emerald and Diamond Bow Form Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine bow-shaped brutalist 14K gold ring.
A very wearable Mid-Century design comprised of
Category
20th Century American Modernist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Vintage Brutalist Textured 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Baroque Pearl Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine Brutalist cocktail ring.
In 14k yellow gold.
Set with a large grey baroque pearl in
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modernist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sculptural Brutalist Brass Belt Buckle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very unique Brutalist brass belt buckle. Unique and one of a kind, this buckle will stand out and
Category
20th Century Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Metal
Vintage 18k Lapis Lazuli Diamond Pendant Brooch Pin Brutalist Solid Yellow Gold
Located in Greer, SC
. This brutalist style pendant is a great example of mid century art and craftsmanship. Stamped " 18K
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modernist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold
Vintage Yellow
White Gold 1ctw Pave Diamond Nugget Free Form Brutalist Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):--
(31) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - F/G Color - VS1/VS2 Clarity - 1.00ctw (approx.)
Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold w/ 14k White Gold Acc...
Category
20th Century Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Styled 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cufflinks
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
to approximately 1960 and done in the Brutalist Mid-Century Modern style. The cufflinks are composed
Category
Mid-20th Century German Brutalist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Gold
Pal Kepenyes Brutalist Bronze Ring
By Pal Kepenyes
Located in Mexico City, MX
A 1970's Brutalist bronze ring by Hungarian-born Mexican artist Pal Kepenyes. The ring has a pine
Category
1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Brutalist Boris LeBeau 18k Gold Diamond Textured Dangle Clip On Earrings
By Boris Lebeau
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):--
(16) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - G/H Color - VS1/VS2 Clarity
Total Carat Weight: 0.30 (approx.)
Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold w/ Whit...
Category
20th Century Modern Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s VVS 1.07 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Gold Florentine Brutalist Dome Ring
Located in Tustin, CA
white gold brutalist finish inset with sparkling round diamond pave and richly detailed yellow gold
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modernist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Brutalist Organic Cocktail Ring with Pearls and Diamond
Located in Arnhem, NL
A vintage 18 karat yellow gold cocktail ring with cultivated pearls and a diamond. The ring features a textured organic golden frame with trapped irregular shaped pearls and a diamon...
Category
1990s Dutch Modern Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Brutalist Style Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 8.75
Shown here is an absolutely fabulous gold cocktail ring bursting with sparkle! The unique design fills the finger from edge to edge with massive shine.
This stunni...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Brutalist Bronze Spore Pendant Jack Boyd, Artisan Jewelry Unisex
By Jack Boyd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Modernist art object.
Sculptural form and function.
One-of-a-kind.
Original vintage condition with a nice patina.
Presents well for a night out on the town and or collections.
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Bronze
Don S. Shoemaker 1970
s Mexican Carved Wood Brutalist Jewel Box
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Mexico City, MX
A rare 1970's Mexican Brutalist style hardwood jewel box by American designer Don S. Shoemaker. The
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Hardwood
1970s Brutalist Biomorphic Brass Ring attribution Jack Boyd
By Jack Boyd
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a mid-century modern brutalist ring biomorphic spore design. Attributed to
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Brass
1960s Poul Warmind Brutalist Pendant Textured Pewter Denmark
By Pal Kepenyes
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Poul Warmind Brutalist Pendant Textured Pewter
Danish Denmark
Stamped
No chain is included
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Pewter
Sculptural Brass Decorative Jewelry Box Brutalist Mid Century Modern
By Line Vautrin
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
A heavy beautiful modernist round brass box
Category
1950s Korean Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Brass
1970s Brutalist Christian Dior Gold Tone Enamel Stone Cufflinks
By Christian Dior
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents
1970s Brutalist Christian Dior Gold Tone Enamel Stone Cufflinks
stamped by maker
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Stone, Gold, Enamel
Pal Kepenyes Brutalist Bronze Necklace with Kinetic Pendant
By Pal Kepenyes
Located in Mexico City, MX
Marvelous Mexican Mid-Century Modern bronze necklace with Kinetic pendant by Hungarian-born designer Pal Kepenyes. The organic pendant shows a small piece of opal.
Sealed on back...
Category
1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Bronze
Brutalist Jade Statue Midcentury Figural Attrib. Mary Polon
Located in Northampton, MA
by the base and stone together.
A rare, organic, gloriously brutalist piece. No cracks, chips or
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modernist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Jade
$5,024 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid Century Brutalist Sterling Necklace by Jens Peter Clausen Gudjonsson Iceland
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
Gudjonsson, a renowned Icelandic designer known for his distinctive brutalist style.
Crafted from sterling
Category
1970s German Art Deco Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Stone, Sterling Silver
Bjorn Weckstrom Modernist Cufflinks
By Björn Weckström for Lapponia
Located in Litchfield, CT
Art Jewelry. The textured brutalist surfaces create visual excitement for a brilliantly chic all-gold
Category
1970s Finnish Modernist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Modernist Bronze Lion Necklace by Pal Kepenyes
By Pal Kepenyes
Located in San Diego, CA
"H. Really, really cool, museum quality vintage jewelry! Please see my other Pal Kepenyes jewelry
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Brutalist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Modernist Bronze
Stone Necklace by Pal Kepenyes
By Pal Kepenyes
Located in San Diego, CA
x .5"D x 13.5"H. Really, really cool, museum quality vintage jewelry! Please see my other Pal
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Brutalist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Modernist Bronze
Turquoise Necklace by Pal Kepenyes
By Pal Kepenyes
Located in San Diego, CA
measures 5.25"W x .5"D x 12.5"H. Really, really cool, museum quality vintage jewelry! Please see my
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Brutalist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Modernist Bronze
Turquoise Necklace by Pal Kepenyes
By Pal Kepenyes
Located in San Diego, CA
; itmeasures 7.25"W x 2."D x 12"H. Really, really cool, museum quality vintage jewelry! Please see my other
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Brutalist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Bronze
Erte Sterling Silver
14K Gold, Mother Of Pearl Limited Edition Necklace, L18
By Erté
Located in New York, NY
, inset gemstones
Design Era: Brutalist / Surrealist / Studio Jewelry
Condition: In good condition
Category
20th Century European Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Long, Vintage Bar Chain or Darcy Chain Type Necklace, about 28 Inches
Located in Warrenton, OR
Long, Vintage Bar Chain or Darcy Chain Type Necklace, about 28 Inches. This collectible vintage goldtone chain necklace looks great as a single long chaing or doubled.
IMPORTANT INF...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Brutalist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Metal
Vintage 1980s Christian LaCroix Bijoux Splatter Set Brooch Earrings Costume
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Hyattsville, MD
. Brutalist, Abstract Biomorphic forms. Sold with the original box.
Brooch Dia 3 x 3/8 in
Earrings Dia 1.5
Category
1980s French Brutalist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Metal
$880 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage 1970s Brass Coil Choker Necklace and Cuff Bracelet
Located in Topeka, KS
, circa 1970s.
We are absolutely in love with these pieces of circa 1970s jewelry. They are very tribal
Category
1970s Brutalist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Brass
Hand Hammered Polished Brass Woman
s Belt Buckle 1970
s Boho Style
By Jack Boyd
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful Brutalist style hand hammered solid brass woman's belt buckle, circa 1970s, we polished
Category
20th Century American Brutalist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Brass
$220 Sale Price
20% Off
Lorenzo Burchiellaro Hammered repoussé copper belt 1950s modernist design
By Lorenzo Burchiellaro
Located in STRASBOURG, FR
Rare repoussé copper belt signed Burkiellaro for Lorenzo Burchiellaro, Italian sculptor, produced circa 1950.
In fine condition.
Category
1950s Italian Brutalist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Copper
Hans Hansen Vintage Claw Ring in Sterling Silver by Allan Scharff
By Hans Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Brutalist/modern claw-shaped. ring designed by Allan Scharff and crafted at Hans Hansen
Category
1970s Danish Brutalist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Sculptural Wood Perfume Atomizer Made in France
By Cartier, Ralph Lauren
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare, unique and exceptional perfume atomizer. This beautiful and sculptural atomizer is representative of its period. Clean lined and modernist in presence, this piece is a function...
Category
1990s French Brutalist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Wood
Modernist Rare Avant-Garde Necklace 18 Kt Art Piece
Located in Napoli, IT
contemporary art
Avant-Gard , Modernist and Brutalist styles express jewellery in a new vision of art taking no
Category
Mid-20th Century European Modernist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
1960s Mid Century Modern Abstract Metal "Wall Jewelry" Sculpture Harry Bertoia
By Harry Bertoia
Located in Peoria, AZ
MAGNIFICENT!
BRUTALIST HANDWORKED
SCULPTED METAL WALL ART
Attributed to Harry Bertoia
Category
Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Bronze, Iron
$12,000 Sale Price
52% Off
Restored Pair of Vintage Textured Steel and Brass Medallion Lamps
Located in Atlanta, GA
finish on a oval base of brass. Heavy, beautifully crafted pieces which emit a sophisticated Brutalist
Category
1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Brass, Steel
Brutalist Style Silver Citrine Collar Necklace by Ana
Located in New York, NY
We offer a spectacular 1960s Brutalist style hand-worked silver collar necklace set with eight
Category
1960s Unknown Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Citrine, Silver
Brutalist Sterling Silver Chain necklace
Located in Palm Springs, CA
functional and original toggle clasp bar and O ring. Brutalist jewelry evokes some dark imagery sometimes
Category
1970s American Modernist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Canadian Brutalist ROBERT LARIN Modernist Pewter Silver Necklace Space Age!
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Both robert Larin and Guy Vidal were canadian brutalist jewelry makers working in low grade silver
Category
1970s Canadian Modernist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Gold Brutalist Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Heavy gauge and solid Brutalist cufflinks. 14K yellow gold, with combined shiny and textured
Category
1950s American Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold
$2,800
Brutalist Brass Earrings
Located in Litchfield County, CT
60s-70s Brutalist cube style earrings. In the style of Gilles Vidal, unsigned. Great scale and
Category
1970s Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Brutalist Oversized Leaf Necklace
Located in Litchfield County, CT
is not perfectly straight in areas, but it is an outstanding Brutalist design by an unknown artist
Category
1970s Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Salvador Teran Sterling Silver Brutalist Pin
By Salvador Teran
Located in New York, NY
Being offered is a sterling silver pin by Salvador Teran of Taxco, Mexico. Of brutalist taste with
Category
1960s Mexican Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Salvador Teran Sterling Silver Brutalist Pin
By Salvador Teran
Located in New York, NY
Being offered is a sterling silver pin by Salvador Teran of Taxco, Mexico. Of brutalist taste with
Category
1960s Mexican Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage CHRISTIANE BILLET Brutalist Sculptured Mouse Brooch
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CHRISTIANE BILLET Brutalist Sculptured Mouse Brooch
Measurements:
Height : 1.81 inches
Category
1990s French Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Vintage Brutalist Bug Necklace
Located in Litchfield County, CT
Handmade oversized 1960s bug necklace. 22" long handmade chain. The bug or ladybug is about 6" long. Some minor age, good overall.
Category
1960s Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Pal Kepenyes Brutalist Brass Necklace Signed
By Pal Kepenyes
Located in Lee-On-The-Solent, GB
Designed by Pal Kepenyes (1926-2021) the brutalist necklace made in brass, with a natural aged
Category
1960s Mexican Brutalist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Brass
1970s Amethyst Brutalist Spider Necklace
Located in Litchfield County, CT
Unique brutalist unsigned 1970s spider necklace with amethyst stones. The metal torque is about 16
Category
1970s Unknown Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
1970
s SYDNEY CARRON Silvertone Brutalist Brooch
Located in Palm Springs, CA
This unusual brooch by Sydney carron is brutalist and highly modernist in tone and style. It is NOT
Category
1970s Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Modernist Brutalist Medallion Cabochon Gold Brooch Necklace Pendant
Located in Sausalito, CA
This vintage gold medallion brooch/pendant captures the essence of bold statement jewelry, blending
Category
1970s Modern Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage CLAUDE MONTANA Pour Claire Deve Brutalist Brooch
By Claude Montana
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CLAUDE MONTANA Pour Claire Deve Brutalist Brooch
Measurements:
Height: 1.97 inches (5 cm
Category
1980s French Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Vintage Mid Century LUCIANO BUSTAMANTE Mexico Butterfly Brutalist Brooch
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage Mid Century LUCIANO BUSTAMANTE Mexico Butterfly Brutalist Brooch
Measurements:
Height
Category
1960s Mexican Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Enamel
1990s BRUTALIST Christian LACROIX Japanned Metal Heart Pin brooch
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Palm Springs, CA
This extraordinary Brutalist Heart pin brooch by Christian Lacroix once again illustrates the
Category
1990s French Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Studio Made Brutalist Steel Painted
Etched Earrings
Located in Seguin, TX
Artist studio made earrings. Painted dark red and black steel with etched figure, long hand made sterling hooks, circa 1990's. Each earring is 3.75" L.
Category
1990s American Brutalist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Steel
Brutalist Style Watermelon Tourmaline
Diamond 14K Pendant
Located in Fuquay Varina, NC
A large 2" Brutalist style pendant has at its center a substantial freeform slice of watermelon
Category
Late 20th Century Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Napier Brutalist Nugget Necklace by Eugene Bertolli
By Napier
Located in Litchfield County, CT
1970s Brutalist-style nugget necklace. Signed Napier. Pendant, 3"L.
19" L x 2.5" W. Excellent.
Category
1970s Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Brutalist Sterling Silver Vermeil Aquamarine Sapphire Ring
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Stunning artist designed Brutalist Sterling Silver and Vermeil, Pear shaped Aquamarine Cabochon
Category
20th Century American Artist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Aquamarine, Blue Sapphire, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
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Vintage Brutalist Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the piece of vintage brutalist jewelry you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Silver and Sterling Silver. Finding the perfect item from our selection of vintage brutalist 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. Creating a choice in our collection of vintage brutalist jewelry has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by John M Morgan, Pal Kepenyes and James Parker are consistently popular. An object in our assortment of vintage brutalist jewelry can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 27 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also cabochon cut and oval cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for an option in this array of vintage brutalist jewelry, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.
How Much is a Vintage Brutalist Jewelry?
Prices for a piece of vintage brutalist jewelry can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $92 and can go as high as $48,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,250.
Questions About Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
- What is brutalist style jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Brutalist style jewelry tends to be edgy and bold, featuring natural-inspired textures and abstract design. The pieces often have a heavy look and can flaunt bright colors or contrasting materials. Shop a collection of brutalist style jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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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