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GIA Certified Natural Jadeite Jade Yellow Gold Butterfly Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
1960's Jadeite Jade pendant necklace. 5 marquise shaped jade set in 18k yellow gold in a handmade
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Van Cleef
Arpels Lapis Lazuli Diamond Butterfly Pendant Necklace, 1970
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in London, GB
necklace is from the Butterfly collection by Van Cleef & Arpels. It is adorned with lapis lazuli and a
Category
1970s French Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Van Cleef
Arpels Lapis Lazuli Diamond Butterfly Pendant Necklace, 1970
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in London, GB
necklace is from the Butterfly collection by Van Cleef & Arpels. It is adorned with lapis lazuli and a
Category
1970s French Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
NOLAN MILLER signed silver tone flower crystals butterfly designer necklace
By Nolan Miller
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed NOLAN MILLER
• silver tone with crystals
• vintage designer necklace
Category
1980s Vintage Butterfly Necklace
VAN CLEEF
ARPELS Flying Beauties Diamond Gold Butterfly Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This rare and colletible vintage Van Cleef & Arpels necklace from the iconic Flying Beauties
Category
1970s Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF
ARPELS Flying Beauties Diamond Gold Butterfly Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This rare and collectible vintage Van Cleef & Arpels necklace from the iconic Flying Beauties
Category
1970s French Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Zuni Inlaid Butterfly Squash Blossom Necklace and Bracelet by Rosita Wallace
Located in Miami Beach, FL
necklace has a center section that features the butterfly with flowers on either side. From the center
Category
1970s American Native American Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Van Cleef
Arpels Alhambra Butterfly Mother of Pearl and Diamond Necklace
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in Lucerne, CH
This charming necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels in 18 karat yellow gold is set with two butterfly
Category
20th Century French Contemporary Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Swarovski Crystal Encrusted Butterfly Beaded Statement Necklace By Heidi Daus
By Heidi Daus
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '90s
- 16" length
- 3.5" pendant drop
- Antique gold tone
- Studded with multi-colored Swarovski crystals
- Double s...
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Van Cleef
Arpels Diamond and Ruby Yellow Gold Butterfly Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
This extravagant yet adorable necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels is a must have for all women! The
Category
Late 20th Century French Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF
ARPELS Butterfly Diamond Lapis Lazuli Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous vintage Van Cleef & Arpels necklace from the timeless Flying Beauties collection is
Category
1980s Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef
Arpels Butterfly Diamond Lapis Lazuli Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous vintage Van Cleef & Arpels necklace from the timeless Flying Beauties collection is
Category
1980s French Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold
Rare Van Cleef
Arpels Sapphire
Diamond Papillion Butterfly 18k Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Papillion Blue Sapphire & Diamond 18k Gold Butterfly Pendant Necklace
Category
20th Century French Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
Le Vian Diamond Butterfly Heart Pendant Necklace Sterling
Gold 925
18k
By Le Vian
Located in Greensboro, NC
Chain Style: Box
Fastening Type: Spring Ring Clasp
Theme: Butterfly Heart
Features: Open Cut Design
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Van Cleef
Arpels Butterfly Pendant Necklace in Yellow Gold Diamond Coral
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Lovely Butterfly pendant created by Van Cleef & Arpels in the 1980s. Feminine, French chic and
Category
1990s French Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Diamond, Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Christian Dior Vintage Black Knot Bow Butterfly Crystals Set Necklace Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Vivid Black Knot Bow Butterfly Enamel Crystals Jewellery Set Necklace
Category
1980s German Art Deco Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Gold Plate, Enamel
Van Cleef
Arpels Vintage 18k Gold Diamond and Coral Butterfly Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
and a diamond stone. The necklace weighs 6.2 grams and is presented with a 16” chain and a butterfly
Category
20th Century Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef
Arpels Vintage 18k Gold Diamond and Coral Butterfly Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
and a diamond stone. The necklace weighs 6.2 grams and is presented with a 16” chain and a butterfly
Category
20th Century Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Corals, Rubies, Onyx, Rings, Mother-of-Pearl Butterfly, Rose Gold Silver Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Elegant red coral necklace composed by one red coral row, 2 onyx rings and one white mother-of
Category
1940s Retro Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Coral, Onyx, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
LB offers 1920’s Butterfly wing hand painted glass Sterling pendant necklace
By Lorraines
Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a 1920’s Hand painted Butterfly wing English Sterling Silver and glass
Category
Mid-20th Century English Artisan Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Marcasite, Oriental Pearl, Sterling Silver
Red Coral Rubies Onyx Rings Mother of Pearl Butterfly Rose Gold Silver Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Elegant red coral necklace composed by one red coral row, 2 onyx rings and one white mother-of
Category
1940s Retro Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Coral, Onyx, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
1980s Butterfly Silver Whistle Pendant
By Reed
Barton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Be seen and heard- with our adorable vintage butterfly whistle pendant! Intricate butterfly pendant
Category
20th Century Unknown Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Silver
Tiffany
Co. Butterfly Pendant and Chain in Sterling Silver
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany
Co.
Located in Honolulu, HI
Tiffany & Co. Butterfly Pendant and Chain. This pendant and chain is crafted in sterling silver
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Sterling Silver
Louis Vuitton Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Butterfly Charm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York City, NY
Fine diamond and 18K white gold butterfly charm by Louis Vuitton. It features higrade diamonds on
Category
Late 20th Century Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
New Pandora Butterfly Garden Charm - Sterling Silver 925 Bead 790895
By Pandora
Located in Greensboro, NC
New Pandora Bead Charm Sterling Silver Butterfly Garden ALE 925
Additional information:
Material
Category
20th Century Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Sterling Silver
Van Cleef
Arpels Tigers Eye
Diamond Lucky Alhambra Butterfly Pendant in 18KY
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Van Cleef & Arpels tiger's eye and diamond Lucky Alhambra Butterfly pendant necklace set in 18k
Category
Late 20th Century Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Diamond, Tiger s Eye, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef
Arpels Diamond Green Chalcedony 18 Karat Gold Butterfly Pendant Ne
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This iconic Van Cleef & Arpels necklace is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features a butterfly
Category
1980s French Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Chalcedony, Diamond, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef
Arpels Diamond Lapis Lazuli 18 Karat Gold Butterfly Pendant Neckla
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This iconic Van Cleef & Arpels necklace is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features a butterfly
Category
1970s French Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef
Arpels 1971 NYC Rare Coral Papillon Necklace With Diamond
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
VCA Papillon necklace chain designed by Van Cleef & Arpels in the 1970's
Beautiful coral butterfly
Category
1970s French Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
Kenneth Jay Lane Ornate Colorful Crystal Kaleidoscope Collar Necklace in Gold
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
dazzling statement necklace! Colorful dragonfly, butterfly, coral, seashell, monkey, bow, flower, ladybug
Category
1990s American Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Crystal, 22k Gold, Gold Plate
Kenneth Jay Lane Ornate Colorful Crystal Kaleidoscope Collar Necklace in Gold
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
dazzling statement necklace! Colorful dragonfly, butterfly, coral, seashell, monkey, bow, flower, ladybug
Category
1990s American Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Crystal, 22k Gold, Gold Plate
VCA Vintage Alhambra Pendant Necklace with Diamonds
Lapis Lazuli in 18K Gold
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in Lucerne, CH
Necklace.
Crafted in 18-karat yellow gold, it boasts a captivating butterfly design adorned with radiant
Category
Late 20th Century French Modern Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold Silver Diamond Sapphire Garnet Coral Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Carved coral necklace with a butterfly shaped clasp in 9kt yellow gold and silver covered in multi
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Retro Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Garnet, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
14k Yellow Gold Butterfly Filigree Necklace Pendant Charm 2.4 Gram
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k Yellow Gold Butterfly Filigree Charm Weight: 2.4 Gram Measurement: Hanging 1 inch Condition
Category
1980s American Modernist Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Yellow Gold
Jade Ruby Pearl Butterfly Pendant Necklace Antique Art Deco Silver Insect
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning Jadeite Jade, Ruby and Pearl Art Nouveau - Art Deco Butterfly Insect Moth
Category
20th Century Unknown Art Deco Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Jade, Pearl, Ruby, Silver
M. Buccellati Diamond Gold Butterfly Necklace
By Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful 18k gold estate figural butterfly necklace. Made and signed by Mario Buccellati.
The
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Georg Jensen Silver Butterfly Necklace #104A, Edvard Kindt-Larsen
By Georg Jensen
Located in Glasgow, GB
A Georg Jensen sterling silver 'Butterfly' Necklace #104A, by Edvard Kindt-Larsen. It features the
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
1960s Butterfly Necklace
Located in Bozeman, MT
At 4.5 ounces and 6 inches wide, this butterfly calls for a very large net in order to be caught
Category
1960s Vintage Butterfly Necklace
1992 Angela Cummings Diamond Gold Butterfly Necklace and Earrings Set
By Angela Cummings
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Angela Cummings 18K gold diamond butterfly necklace and earrings set. Marked 1992 Angela Cummings
Category
1990s American Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 18k Gold Onyx Butterfly Necklace One-of-a-kind
Located in London, GB
Vintage 18k Gold Onyx Butterfly Necklace One-of-a-kind
This vintage butterfly pendant from the 80s
Category
20th Century Revival Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Onyx, 18k Gold
Ten Thousand Beaded Butterfly Necklace
Located in New York, NY
crystal bars. The bars form the base and protect the necklace. In the center is a rising butterfly made of
Category
Late 20th Century Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Vintage Trifari Butterfly Necklace 1950s
By Trifari
Located in Austin, TX
Year: 1950
Hallmark: Trifari
Dimensions: L 13.18 - 15.55 in
Materials: base metal, rhinestones
Category
1950s Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Base Metal
Beautiful Floyd Becenti Navajo Silver Overlay Coral Butterfly Necklace Set
By Native American Art
Located in Pasadena, CA
A very pretty Floyd Becenti Navajo silver overlay coral butterfly necklace and earrings set. Navajo
Category
1980s American Navajo Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Silver
Sterling Silver Edvard Kindt-Larsen "Butterfly" Necklace for Georg Jensen
Located in Cambridge, MA
A sterling silver "Model 104A" or "Butterfly" necklace designed by Edvard Kindt-Larsen for Georg
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Sterling Silver
Buccellati Jade Pearl Citrine Gold Butterfly Necklace
By Buccellati
Located in Lambertville, NJ
An 18k gold necklace, crafted by Buccellati, featuring butterfly pendant, adorned with carved jade
Category
20th Century Italian Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Citrine, Jade, Pearl, 18k Gold
VAN CLEEF
ARPELS Coral Diamond Butterfly Necklace
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Coral and Diamond Butterfly pendant necklace. The coral wings with
Category
1960s French Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
White Gold Chopard Happy Diamonds Butterfly Necklace
By Chopard
Located in New York , NY
pendant are three butterflies, one sapphire and two diamonds. The butterflies are floating under glass in
Category
1990s French Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Diamond Butterfly Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
A beautiful diamond butterfly is the focal point of this sparkling 18 karat yellow gold necklace
Category
1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Georg Jensen 18 Karat Gold Butterfly Necklace Designed by Edvard Kindt Larsen
By Georg Jensen
Located in London, GB
Georg Jensen 18 Karat solid Gold Butterfly Link Necklace designed by Edvard Kindt Larsen Denmark c
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Modernist Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef
Arpels Lapis-Lazuli Diamond 18 Carat Yellow Gold Butterfly Necklace
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in Paris, FR
Vintage Van Cleef and Arpels necklace featuring a butterfly, the wings in lapis lazuli and the
Category
1970s French Modern Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold
TIFFANY
CO Diamond Butterfly Neclace
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in New York, NY
Charming Tiffany& Co Butterfly necklace, no longer made. Shimmering full cut faceted diamonds set
Category
1980s American Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
1977 Givenchy Lucite Butterfly Choker Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1977 Givenchy gold plate mesh and fuax tortoise Lucite butterfly choker necklace with double "G
Category
20th Century Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Van Cleef
Arpels 18 Karat Gold Diamond Ruby Butterfly Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in St.amford, CT
Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels. The precious pendant is designed in the shape of a butterfly, with
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Two Diamond, Sapphire and Ruby Butterflies on a Branch Necklace / 14 Karat
Located in Bellmore, NY
Two movable Sapphire and Ruby Butterflies with Diamond wings fly around a branch with leaves that
Category
1990s Unknown Modern Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Cartier Paris Butterfly Choker and Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
butterfly. Internal circumference of choker is 14.5". Bracelet circumference is 6". Choker signed Cartier
Category
1980s French Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Fabulous 1970s Plique a Jour Butterfly Pendant
Located in Teaneck, NJ
Large 18K yellow gold and Plique a Jour enamel butterfly pendant colors include: red, yellow, blue
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
18k Gold
Amethyst, Pearl, Yellow Gold Diamond Butterfly Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
18K Matte Finish Yellow Gold, Amethyst, Seed Pearl Diamond Butterfly Design Pendant, with 1 faceted
Category
1940s Unknown Art Nouveau Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
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Vintage Butterfly Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact vintage butterfly necklace you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. You’re likely to find the perfect vintage butterfly necklace among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 20th Century. A vintage butterfly necklace from Van Cleef
Arpels, Le Vian and Graff — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A vintage butterfly necklace can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 109, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and marquise cut alternatives. Most of our vintage butterfly necklace for sale are for women, but there are 40 pieces available to browse for men.
How Much is a Vintage Butterfly Necklace?
On average, a vintage butterfly necklace at 1stDibs sells for $3,498, while they’re typically $135 on the low end and $26,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Finding the Right Necklaces for You
We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.
Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers.
In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs.
For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone.
Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt.
On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
Questions About Vintage Butterfly Necklace
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What butterfly necklaces mean is largely a matter of personal interpretation. Many people associate butterflies with change and rebirth because of the life cycle of the butterfly, which starts out its life as a caterpillar. You'll find a variety of butterfly necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023What wearing a butterfly necklace means is largely a matter of individual interpretation. Some people see butterflies as symbols of freedom and hope, while others believe they represent change. Shop a collection of necklaces from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
- What makes a necklace vintage?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023What makes a necklace vintage is its age. Any necklace made at least 20 to 80 years ago is vintage. Necklaces produced a century ago or more are antiques. A vintage-inspired or vintage-style necklace is one manufactured during the past 20 years but inspired by older jewelry. Find a wide variety of vintage necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024To tell if a necklace is vintage, one approach is to conduct research using trusted online resources. Start by looking for hallmarks and then use the maker's mark to identify the brand that produced it. From there, you can look at online catalogues and reference guides to determine approximately when your jewelry was made. A necklace is vintage if it is between 20 and 99 years old. Another option is to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler help you with the dating process. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage necklaces.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell if a rhinestone necklace is vintage, look on the clasp or the back of the pendant for a maker's mark. By snapping a photo of the mark and performing a reverse image search or entering a description of the marking into an online search engine, you can often identify the maker of a piece. Then, conduct further research to learn when the company or artisan was active and producing necklaces similar to yours. It is vintage if you estimate that your necklace is between 20 and 99 years old. Older pieces are antiques, while newer ones are contemporary. For additional assistance with dating your rhinestone necklace, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of vintage necklaces.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To determine whether a pearl necklace is modern or vintage, first look for signs of wear, such as blunted edges on the prongs. The pearls will likely have dull spots where they came into contact with skin. The clasp can clue you in, too. Lobster clasps appeared in the 1970s, while early 20th century clasps were generally safety-pin style or C-clasps. Modern necklaces typically have a spring-loaded clasp. Shop a selection of vintage pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Clasp design on vintage necklaces vary significantly, so there’s no uniform way to open and close a clasp. Research the specific type of necklace to find resources on the style of clasp. On 1stDibs, you'll find a collection of vintage necklaces from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024To tell if a vintage Tiffany necklace is real, look closely at the links and clasp. Due to their expert craftsmanship, Tiffany Co. links appear continuous and have no visible seams or solder marks. The clasp should also be sturdy and free of solder or glue marks. Hallmarks can also help you authenticate your piece. Most Tiffany Co. jewelry will say the maker's full time or “T&Co.” Items marked simply with “Tiffany” are usually not authentic. Comparing the markings on your jewelry to hallmark images found on trusted online resources can help you identify counterfeits. A certified appraiser or experienced dealer can also be of assistance. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage Tiffany Co. necklaces.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Vintage Chanel jewelry always has a date stamp and logo located somewhere on the piece that you can use for authentication. Everything on the date stamp should be easy to read, and the Chanel logo should look immaculate. Fake logos are often hard to read and have mistakes in the font. All the details should be exquisite, and the necklace should feel substantial. If it feels light and cheap, it’s probably a fake. Shop a collection of authentic vintage Chanel necklaces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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