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Gilbert Albert Organo-Chic Seventies Gold Earrings
By Gilbert Albert
Located in Litchfield, CT
the Art Museum, Gilbert Albert’s flair for "beyond-chic" design has been influencing modern jewelry
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, Moonstone, Cat’s Eye, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dancing Peacock Reversible Navratan Vintage Necklace 14K Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
, Diamond, Cat's Eye, Hessonite Garnet ( Gomed )and Yellow Sapphire
Its considered to bring good luck
Category
1990s Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Oriental Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Ye...
Sabbadini Milano Agate Beads Necklace in 18kt Gold 45 Cts of Natural Gemstones
By Sabbadini
Located in Miami, FL
, such red coral, cats eye, red rubies, green emeralds, yellow sapphires, white natural pearls, orange
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Citrine, Coral, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, Ca...
Panthere De Cartier Brooch Enamel Gold
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier jewelry. The big cat comes in a wide variety of shapes, forms, and jewelry items, like Panthere
Category
1980s Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Black and Gold Leopard Cat Jewelry or Trinket Box, circa 1980s
By Lynn Chase Designs
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful 1980s black and 24-karart gold design Leopard tiger cat oval jewelry or trinket box
Category
1980s American Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Gold
Carrera y Carrera Diamond Panther Ring Estate 18k Yellow Gold 10 Cat Jewelry
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Torrance, CA
Carrera highlights the beautiful sculptural designs the Spanish jewelry house is known for, with
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Modern Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Attwood
Sawyer Big Cat Leopard Cuff 1980s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
Windsor's Cartier's cat jewellery, the big cat design is a jewel box must have.
Established in England in
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1980s English Vintage Cat Jewelry
Gold Kittens Brooch with Cat
s Eye Stones
Located in Darnestown, MD
back has a small loop from which one can attach a chain. The larger cat measures 1 1/4 " tall. The pair
Category
1960s Unknown Modern Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Cat’s Eye, 14k Gold
Cat
Mouse Brooch Vintage 18k Gold Pink Diamond Emerald Fine Animal Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed cat & mouse brooch, crafted in 18 karat yellow gold.
Diamonds total an estimated
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cat Mouse Charm Bracelet Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Fine Animal Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed vintage cat & mouse bracelet crafted in 18 karat yellow gold.
The
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.69ct Cats Eye Chrysoberyl Diamond Ring Estate Platinum Oval Vintage Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish cat's eye chrysoberyl & diamond cocktail ring crafted in 900 platinum.
Cat's eye
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Cat Medallion Charm Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Estate Fine Animal Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage cat pendant or charm (circa 1960s to 1970s), crafted in 14 karat yellow
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Ruby
Large Cat Brooch, Sterling Silver, Persion Cat Brooch
Located in McLeansville, NC
This exquisite large sterling silver cat brooch is perfect for any cat lover! The slinky cat is
Category
1990s Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Kitty Cat Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Eyes Animal Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage kitty cat ring, crafted in 14 karat yellow gold.
10 round brilliant cut
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Owl Ring Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Cats Eye Chrysoberyl Eyes Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage diamond owl ring set with cats eye chrysoberyl eyes, crafted in 14 karat yellow
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gucci Signed Faux Pearl Cat Panther Head Bow Runway Drop Earrings Estate Jewelry
By Gucci
Located in Montreal, QC
, suspending a bow, enhanced with sparkling Faux Diamonds and a Teardrop Faux Pearl adorned with a cat’s head
Category
1980s Modernist Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate
Gucci Signed Cat Panther Head Faux Pearl Bow Runway Drop Earrings Estate Jewelry
By Gucci
Located in Montreal, QC
with a cat’s head. Wow! Signed on reverse: GUCCI; Post system for pierced ears; these awesome earrings
Category
20th Century Italian Modernist Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Silver Plate
Gucci Signed Cat Panther Head Faux Pearl Bow Runway Drop Earrings Estate Jewelry
By Gucci
Located in Montreal, QC
with a cat’s head. Wow! Signed on reverse: GUCCI; Post system for pierced ears; these awesome earrings
Category
20th Century Italian Modernist Vintage Cat Jewelry
GIT Certified 4.29ct Cat
s Eye Sillimanite, No treatment, 10.99x7.80x5.52 mm
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Cats eye fans please do not miss:
Sillimanite cat's eye is a legitimate beautiful gemstone with
Category
20th Century Thai Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Cat’s Eye
Lapis Diamond Cat Brooch, 14k Yellow Gold, Sitting Cat
Located in McLeansville, NC
This charming lapis diamond cat brooch is the perfect accessory for any occasion. Crafted in 14K
Category
1990s Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cabochon Cat
s Eye Quartz
14K Yellow Gold Cufflinks, 20th Century
Located in Chatham, CA
Rare vintage cabochon Cat's Eye Quartz & 14 K yellow gold cufflinks - massive bezel set gemstones
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Quartz, Cat’s Eye, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Enamel Gold Cat Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Enamel and gold cat brooch circa 1970. The whimsical design depicts a very excited, happy cat, its
Category
1970s Modern Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
$2,350
18k Turquoise Cat Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
18K yellow gold brooch features two playful cats crafted from vibrant turquoise stones, with
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany
Co. Whimsical Gold Cat with Cat
s Eye Coral and Diamond
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Absolutely adorable kitty cat produced by Tiffany & Co. in 18k yellow gold during the latter part
Category
Late 20th Century American Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Chrysoberyl, Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Maison Gripoix Rare Cat Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Maison Gripoix 's whimiscal version of Van Cleef & Arpels famed winking cat brooch with a poured
Category
1950s French Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
Platinum, Gold and fine Cat
s Eye Chrysoberyl Vintage Ring by Michael Zobel 1997
By Zobel
Located in Aspen, CO
Unusual and fine gem quality intense color natural Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl ring by Michael Zobel
Category
1990s Modern Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Cat’s Eye, Chrysoberyl, 22k Gold, Platinum, Gold
14KY Ruby Siamese Cat Brooch
Located in Cincinnati, OH
This kitty sits tall and proud! A beautiful addition to any outfit.
14 karat gold "body".
Tail curves proudly in the air and chest is puffed.
Two round rubies for eyes.
Approximatel...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, 14k Gold
14K Gold Cat Charm
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage 14 karat yellow gold cat charm. This charm features a flat cat motif charm with a round
Category
1970s Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Citrine Turquoise Ruby Gold Cat Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cat Brooch 14 Karat Gold Citrines and Turquoise
"I TAUT I TAW A PUDDY CAT," Tweedy would say
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1960s Modern Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Citrine, Ruby, Turquoise, 14k Gold
onyx emerald diamond gold cat brooch
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Cat Brooch in yellow gold, onyx, diamonds and emerald.
(16,2 grs)
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold
Henry Dunay Gold Kitty Cat Brooch
By Henry Dunay
Located in New York, NY
Henry Dunay 18 karat yellow gold kitty cat pin brooch. Serial no. A9941. Marked: Dunay / 18k / 750
Category
1980s Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Gold Sapphire Cat Brooch
Located in London, England
A modern cat and mouse brooch, featuring a beautiful cat perched on a wall with round faceted
Category
1980s British Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Van Cleef
Arpels Winking Cat Brooch
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa: 1960s Winking Cat, clip Brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels, this being the larger two inch Brooch
Category
1960s French Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage gold cat heart designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
• excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
SKU 34
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Late 20th Century Vintage Cat Jewelry
Marie Christine Pavone Leopard Galalith Cat Brooch
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Amazing leopard cat brooch from Marie Christine Pavone- French Galalith jewelry designer! Made of a
Category
20th Century French Vintage Cat Jewelry
1960s Turquoise, Ruby and Gold Cat Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
18 karat yellow gold, turquoise and ruby cat brooch, circa 1960, designed as a seated cat composed
Category
1960s Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lea Stein Green Sparkly Mistigri Cat Brooch
By Lea Stein
Located in London, GB
Lea Stein green sparkly Mistigri cat brooch, with pale green eyes and ears. The reverse is black
Category
1970s French Vintage Cat Jewelry
Diamond and 18 Karat Gold Cat Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
Realistically modelled as a textured cat with the collar and eyes set with single-cut diamonds
Category
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Lalique Green Frosted Glass Pussy Cat Brooch
By Lalique
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990s Lalique Paris Pussy Cat Brooch, Green Frosted Glass Mounted in a White Metal Frame
Category
1990s French Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Base Metal
Sterling Silver Cat Cuff Bracelet
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Material: Sterling Silver
Weight: 74.2 grams
Size: 6.25 inches
Beautiful bracelet for any cat
Category
20th Century Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
1950s Sterling Silver Wood Modernist Cat Cufflinks
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage 1950's cat sterling silver cufflinks with wood upper and turquoise matrix eyes. Most
Category
1950s Mexican Modernist Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
1970s Lea Stein Marbled Bakelite Cat Brooch
By Lea Stein
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The most adorable 1970s Lea Stein cat brooch! Made of a marbled iridescent bakelite material with
Category
1970s French Vintage Cat Jewelry
Soret Yellow Gold Cat
s Eye Quartz Brooch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
brooch pin by Somers Ernest Co. is crafted with a cat's eye quartz cabochon and enhanced with colorful
Category
1960s American Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Citrine, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Midcentury Turquoise Yellow Gold Cat Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
1960’s 18k yellow gold cat brooch with natural round, oval and marquise cut Persian turquoise 18k
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Judith Leiber Rhinestone Kitty Cat Brooch Pins C1980s
By Judith Leiber
Located in Montreal, QC
Adorable designer signed JUDITH LEIBER figural Kitty Cat pins, featuring the front and back. The
Category
1980s American Vintage Cat Jewelry
Judith Leiber Rhinestone Gilt Kitty Cat Brooch Pins
By Judith Leiber
Located in Montreal, QC
Adorable designer signed JUDITH LEIBER figural Kitty Cat pins, featuring the front and back. The
Category
1980s American Modernist Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate
Eighteen Karat Vintage Cat Brooch with Ruby Nose
Located in New York, NY
Vintage eighteen karat cat brooch with textured detail
Tiny round ruby set on the nose
Stamped 18k
Category
Mid-20th Century British Contemporary Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Cat and Mouse Diamond Ruby Gold Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1960s Cat Mouse Ruby Diamond Gold Brooch
Cat and mouse gold brooch with diamonds and rubies
Category
1960s Contemporary Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Cartier Paris Turquoise Enamel Gold Cat Brooch Pin
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Paris 18k gold cat brooch, set with black enamel and turquoise eyes. Cat is 40mm x 20mm
Category
20th Century French Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, Enamel
Adorable 18k Yellow Gold Enamel Diamond Cat Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Adorable 18k Yellow Gold Enamel Diamond Cat Brooch
18k yellow gold cat brooch, adorned with multi
Category
20th Century Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Tiffany
Co. 18 Karat Gold Diamond Cat Brooch
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in London, England
A wonderfully playful brooch signed Tiffany & Co 1996, designed as a Siamese cat toying with a fish
Category
1990s German Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Gold Big Cat Hoops 1990s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
Rank in the style stakes with these Vintage Big Cat Hoops. In very good vintage condition. Crafted
Category
1990s Vintage Cat Jewelry
14 Karat Yellow Gold Cat Charm
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cat Charm
Perfect gift for the cat lover!
This lovely 3D charm
Category
20th Century Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Green Stone Cat Pin Brooch #15195
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Green Stone Cat Pin
This adorable cat pin is crafted from 14K yellow gold and
Category
20th Century Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Cat Charm #14859
Located in Washington Depot, CT
This adorable cat charm crafted from 14K yellow gold is the perfect charm for any cat lover!
Size
Category
20th Century Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lovely Diamond Gold Cat Face Ring
Located in Cape May, NJ
18K Gold & Diamond Large Chunky Cat Face Ring. The ring is in excellent estate condition and ready
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage Cat Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage gold rhinestone emerald eyes cat designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
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Vintage Cat Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact piece of vintage cat jewelry you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. 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. Find an antique version now, or shop for 643 vintage or 1 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for an item from our selection of vintage cat jewelry may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Finding an appealing choice in our collection of vintage cat jewelry — no matter the origin — is easy, but Tiffany
Co., Cartier and Van Cleef
Arpels each produced a popular version that is worth a look. An object in our assortment of vintage cat jewelry of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 219, is particularly popular. 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 cabochon and oval cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for an option in this array of vintage cat jewelry, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.
How Much is a Vintage Cat Jewelry?
On average, a piece of vintage cat jewelry at 1stDibs sells for $2,800, while they’re typically $74 on the low end and $121,600 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Questions About Vintage Cat 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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