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Silver Gold Brutalist Earrings
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1980s, 18k and sterling. These one-of-a-kind Brutalist earrings are chic miniature
Category
1980s Artisan Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Brutalist Hammered Brass Box or Jewelry Casket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lidded Brutalist Hand Made box in hammered brass with interesting floral details. Catches light
Category
20th Century Brutalist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Brass
Chanel Brutalist Medallion Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Chanel gold tone brutalist style medallion necklace featuring the label engraved around the
Category
1990s French Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Base Metal
TUTTLE Sterling Brutalist Cut Out Cufflinks
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A spectacular pair of brutalist sterling silver cufflinks by Tuttle. Cufflinks feature a textured
Category
1960s American Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pal Kepenyes Brutalist Bronze Ring
By Pal Kepenyes
Located in Mexico City, MX
A ca. 1980 Brutalist bronze ring by Hungarian-born Mexican artist Pal Kepenyes. The ring shows an
Category
1980s Mexican Brutalist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Bronze
1980s Christian Dior Gold Tone Brutalist Nugget Cufflinks
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
1980s Christian Dior Gold Gold Tone Brutalist Nugget Cufflinks, Gold tone metal made to look like
Category
1980s French Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Gold
Brutalist Style, 18 Karat Gold
Jade Cufflinks
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
jade are rub over set in 18 karat yellow gold that has been textured to give a brutalist feel to the
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modernist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Brutalist Modern Gold Bracelet
Located in Litchfield, CT
eighteen-karat gold, this bracelet is a sublime example of twentieth-century French jewelry in the
Category
1950s French Modernist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Pal Kepenyes Brutalist Bronze Kinetic Ring
By Pal Kepenyes
Located in Mexico City, MX
A gorgeous Brutalist bronze Kinetic ring by Pal Kepenyes. The ring shows rotating organic motifs
Category
1970s Mexican Brutalist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Bronze
1970s Brutalist Sterling Silver Necklace
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Cast sterling silver brutalist necklace, circa 1970s. Necklace has a wearable neck length of 17
Category
1970s American Modernist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Brutalist Cuff Bracelet
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A sterling silver brutalist cuff bracelet attributed to Arthur King. Cuff measures 4.5" in length
Category
1960s American Modernist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Christian Lacroix 1980s Brutalist Earrings
By Christian Lacroix
Located in New York, NY
Sculptural and modern in the "Brutalist"style, these earrings are a wonderful creation by clothing
Category
1980s French Modernist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Gilded Brutalist Brooch with Amethyst Gemstone by Panetta
By Panetta
Located in McKinney, TX
Exquisite gilt Brutalist-style abstract modern brooch with natural raw Amethyst gemstone
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Mid Century
Brutalist
Brooch Pin by Birks
By Birks
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This rather wonderful brooch pin was handcrafted by the Canadian jeweller 'Birks' likely during the 1970s. The pin is crafted from 18 karat yellow gold and features a cross hatch eff...
Category
Mid-20th Century Canadian Modernist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Sterling Silver Modernist Brutalist Ring
Located in Toronto, ON
1960's Sterling Silver Modernist Brutalist Ring. Square comfort shank. Size7.5. Top maximum
Category
20th Century Modernist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pal Kepenyes Brutalist Sputnik Nickel Silver Ring
By Pal Kepenyes
Located in Mexico City, MX
A Brutalist nickel silver ring by Hungarian-born Mexican artist Pal Kepenyes. The "sputnik" style
Category
1980s Mexican Brutalist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Nickel
Brutalist 14k Gold Mid-Century Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
mirrored open windows along the wide face. A favorite among art and architecture lovers, the brutalist era
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Brutalist Persian Turquoise Gold Cuff Bracelet
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1950s, 18k, Italy. This fabulously chic fifties bracelet in the brutalist style tells a story
Category
1950s Italian Modern Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Brutalist Sterling Brooch by Bob Natalini
By Bob Natalini
Located in San Mateo, CA
Cast and hammered sterling brooch by Philadelphia jeweler Bob Natalini.
Category
1970s American Brutalist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Brutalist style metal bib necklace
Located in NEWARK, GB
A striking vintage Brutalist style metal bib necklace.
The crescent shaped bib is made from rustic
Category
Late 20th Century British Modernist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Pal Kepenyes Brutalist Bronze Ring with Pyrite
By Pal Kepenyes
Located in Mexico City, MX
A rare Brutalist bronze ring by Pal Kepenyes. The ring shows pyrite stone cubes set between needle
Category
1970s Mexican Brutalist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Pyrite, Bronze
14kt 10.49ct Smoky Quartz Brutalist Ring
Located in Towson, MD
14kt yellow gold approximately 10.49ct Smoky Quartz Brutalist ring. This ring made in the circa
Category
1970s Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Quartz, 14k Gold
14k Yellow Gold Jade Brutalist Ring
Located in Towson, MD
Nothing could be more quintessentially 1970s than this heavily textured brutalist ring. The
Category
1970s Modernist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Jade, Yellow Gold
John M. Morgan Sterling Silver Turquoise Brutalist Brooch
By John M Morgan
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Large scale, faceted turquoise and sterling silver brooch made by John M. Morgan of Ellensburg, Washington. Brooch measures 2.5" by 3.25" and retains its natural, warm patina. Unsi...
Category
1960s American Modernist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1970s Brutalist Chain Pendant Modernist Necklace in Pewter
By Pal Kepenyes
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Brutalist Pendant in Pewter
Modernist Pendant with chain
13 long neck 8
Pendant 4.5 x 1.5 w
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Late 20th Century Brutalist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Pewter
Pal Kepenyes Pyrite Bronze Brutalist Ring
By Pal Kepenyes
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Chunky pyrite stone set within bronze 'fingers' by Pal Kepenyes of Acapulco, Mexico. Ring is a finger size 7.25 and is signed on the outside shank, Kepenyes. In very good vintage c...
Category
1970s Mexican Modernist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Bronze
Pal Kepenyes Brutalist Bronze Glass Necklace
By Pal Kepenyes
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Enormous, kinetic necklace designed by Pal Kepenyes of Acapulco, Mexico. Hinged pendant features droplets of green glass within. Pendant measures 6 1/2" in width by 7" long and sus...
Category
1960s Mexican Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Bronze
A Brutalist Gold Ring c 1970
Located in Cincinnati, OH
An impressive gold ring. An 18k freeform yellow gold band ring. Super comfortable on. A great big look without being cumbersome. Stylish and Dramatic. Size:
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage Björn Weckström Lapponia Brutalist Cocktail Ring
By Björn Weckström for Lapponia
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
. Finnish designer Björn Weckström utilizes a raw gemstone rarely seen in fine jewelry called Spectrolite
Category
1970s Finnish Modernist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s European Sterling Silver Brutalist Statement Ring
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Heavy brutalist sterling silver layered ring, circa 1970's. Ring is a finger size 6 to 6.25 and can
Category
1970s Unknown Modernist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Artisan Designer Studio Brutalist Brass Cuff Bracelet
Located in Atlanta, GA
-made bangle with brutalist carving and organic feel design. No visible maker's mark.
Measurements
Category
1980s French Modernist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Brass
Brutalist Stainless Steel Long Necklace Turquoise Stone
Located in Atlanta, GA
Stunning 1970s brutalist long pendant necklace. Featuring a stainless steel long worked links chain
Category
1970s French Modernist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Stainless Steel
JAD Sterling Silver Brutalist Freeform Cuff Bracelet
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver brutalist cuff bracelet, signed JAD.
Free form design with cut-out details
Category
20th Century Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Brutalist Silver Copper Amethyst Necklace Signed SC
Located in New York, NY
Brutalist Silver Copper Amethyst Necklace Signed SC
Consistent with age and use please see the
Category
20th Century Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Silver, Copper
Crown Trifari Brutalist Sunburst Amethyst Rhinestone Brooch, Signed, circa 1955
By Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
aesthetics - a classic sunburst design with a Brutalist-inspired texture and accented with a sparkling
Category
1950s American Modern Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Dramatic Modernist Abstract Art Sterling Silver Amethyst Brutalist Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
the flow and movement of great Brutalist work, a wonderful example of this exciting design genre
Category
1960s Modernist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Brutalist Mid-Century Modern Cuff Bracelet Tortured Brass
By Harry Bertoia, Alexander Calder, Pal Kepenyes, Jack Boyd
Located in Chula Vista, CA
for its design is aesthetic expression. This style is often classified as Brutalist or Modernist
Category
1960s American Brutalist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Brass
Pal Kepenyes Brutalist Bronze Necklace with Tiger
s Eye
By Pal Kepenyes
Located in Mexico City, MX
A gorgeous Brutalist style bronze necklace with tiger's eye stones by Pal Kepenyes. The necklace
Category
1970s Mexican Brutalist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Bronze
Brutalist Silver Trinket Box Made in Mexico Style of Paul Evans
By Paul Evans
Located in Buffalo, NY
Brutalist silver trinket box made in Mexico style of Paul Evans; signed and hall marked.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Brutalist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Silver
1960s Brutalist Amethyst
Peridot Toi Et Moi Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Sure to strike a conversation, this beautiful Brutalist vintage 1960s gemstone cocktail ring
Category
1960s Scandinavian Modernist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Eighteen Karat Gold Brutalist Style Leaf Brooch Cluster of Turquoise
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Brutalist style 18 karat yellow gold leaf form brooch
Brooch is set with a cluster of round
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Modernist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Zodiac Sign Necklace Sagittarius Brutalist Design 14k Gold Diamond
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An impressive zodiac sign necklace of the brutalist design with a sculptured Sagittarius, made of
Category
Late 20th Century Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Brutalist 18 Karat and 22 Karat Gold Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
, and colors of gold, this spectacular Brutalist ring is a hand-made one-of-a-kind. Used by a professor
Category
1980s American Modernist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Meister Retro Brutalist Gold Earrings
Located in Litchfield, CT
earrings. Borrowing heavily from Brutalist sculpture, the form and rough texture give them a chic, fresh
Category
1980s Swiss Modernist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Signed Fred Leighton Brutalist 4 Carat Emerald Ring
By Fred Leighton
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A fabulous Fred Leighton brutalist cocktail ring. This signed, vintage heirloom featuring a 4 carat
Category
1970s Retro Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Brutalist Cocktail Ring with Interchangeable Stone Tops
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
So chic… such fun! This unique architectural creation may be worn with a variety of accompanying stone plaques displaying either a tiger’s eye, lapis, malachite, onyx or tusk centerp...
Category
1970s Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Onyx, Tiger s Eye, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Richard Lawless Bronze Brutalist Spore Cuff Bracelet
By Richard Lawless
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Bronze spore bracelet by Richard Lawless of Hawaii. Bracelet will fit a 7" wrist and is signed Lawless, 84. Suitable for a man or woman and in very good vintage condition. Fr...
Category
1980s American Modernist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Bronze
Silvana Made Italian Brutalist Shell Parure
Located in New York, NY
Silvana Made in Italy Brutalist parure of hand made and hand cut gilt metal formed into abstract
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
Christian Lacroix Vintage Brutalist Gold Toned Collar Necklace
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN LACROIX vintage brutalist gold toned collar necklace.
Spring clasp closure.
Embossed
Category
20th Century French Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
1960s Brutalist Handmade Citrine Yellow Gold Bib Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brutalist Madeira citrine and yellow gold bib choker necklace circa 1960.
ABOUT THIS ITEM: N1380
Category
1960s Artisan Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Citrine, 18k Gold, Gold
Made In Italy Brutalist Artisan Bronze Cuff Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A sculptural Brutalist style cuff bracelet from Italy. It is a clamper style with strong hinge that
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Pal Kepenyes Brutalist Bronze and Silver Plate Kinetic Ring
By Pal Kepenyes
Located in Mexico City, MX
A gorgeous Brutalist bronze and silverplate kinetic ring by Pal Kepenyes. The ring shows organic
Category
1970s Mexican Brutalist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
Pentti Sarpaneva Vintage Brutalist Pendant Necklace in Bronze, Finland, 1960s
By Pentti Sarpaneva
Located in Esbjerg, DK
iconic of the designer, featuring brutalist and architectural elements. The articulated pendant and chain
Category
1960s Finnish Brutalist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Bronze
Ernesto Gonzalez Jerrez Studio Bronze Pearl Brutalist Ring
By Ernesto Gonzalez Jerez
Located in Palm Springs, CA
sculpture and jewelry. This is a prime example of that process. Ring is a finger size 6 and is unsigned
Category
1960s American Modernist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Bronze
Vintage Guy Gilles Vidal Brutalist Cufflinks in Silver Plated Pewter
By Guy Gilles Vidal
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome pair of circa 1970 Guy Gilles Vidal cufflinks, Brutalist style in silver plated pewter
Category
20th Century Canadian Brutalist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Pewter
Brutalist Lapponia - Golden Stream - bracelet. Designed by Björn Weckström.
By Björn Weckström for Lapponia
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
Almost an one inch wide (2.4cm) wide this brutalist bracelet makes an impression. Drawing
Category
1960s Finnish Modernist Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Arthur King 18k Gold Brutalist Coral Cabochon Cocktail Ring
By Arthur King
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage Arthur King ring crafted in solid 18k yellow gold, featuring a dramatic Brutalist freeform
Category
1970s Vintage Brutalist Jewelry
Materials
Coral, 18k Gold
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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 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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