Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Memphis Post-Modern Table Top Jewelry Chest in the Style of Ettore Sottsass
By Ettore Sottsass
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous hand-made Memphis post-modern table top jewelry chest with five drawers in the style of
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Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Materials
Brass, Metal
$1,500
H 20.5 in W 9 in D 6 in
Signed High Karat Gold Memphis School Opal, Amethyst,
Pearl Cufflinks
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of fine signed high karat gold Memphis School style cufflinks.
Each with a bezel-set
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modernist Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Materials
Amethyst, Opal, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
$1,850 / set
H 0.75 in W 0.91 in L 0.56 in
Mardi Jo Cohen 1989 Memphis Geometric Brooch in .925 Sterling with Gemstones
Located in Miami, FL
serving utensils and jewelry is rarely seen let alone available to acquire.
The Memphis style
Was
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1980s American Modernist Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Materials
Onyx, Silver, Sterling Silver
$718 Sale Price
20% Off
W 2.4 in L 3.85 in
80s Black
Pink Acrylic Memphis Style Drop Statement Earrings By Judith Hendler
By Judith Hendler
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '80s
- Very important, rare and
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1980s American Modern Vintage Jewelry Memphis
$540 Sale Price
20% Off
Giorgio Facchini, 1980 Memphis Long Earrings in 18Kt Yellow Gold with Gemstones
By Giorgio Facchini
Located in Miami, FL
from the Memphis period, created in the 1980's by the Italian master jeweler, artist and sculptor
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1980s Italian Modernist Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Materials
Agate, Lapis Lazuli, Black Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,480 Sale Price
20% Off
W 0.67 in L 4.25 in
Memphis Style Postmodern Mixed Wood Jewelry Box with Drawer
Located in San Diego, CA
Memphis style Postmodern mixed wood jewelry box with drawer, circa 1998. The box measures: 9" W x 9
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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Materials
Ash, Maple, Walnut
$380 Sale Price
20% Off
H 7.25 in W 9 in D 9 in
Memphis Style Postmodern Mixed Wood Jewelry Box with Drawer
Located in San Diego, CA
Memphis style Postmodern mixed wood jewelry box with drawer, circa 1998. The box measures 9"W x 9"D
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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Materials
Ash, Maple, Walnut
$380 Sale Price
20% Off
H 7.25 in W 9 in D 9 in
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Ettore Sottsass "Circulus" Brooch for Acme Memphis, 1980s
By Ettore Sottsass
Located in Winnetka, IL
The "Circulus" brooch was created by Memphis designer Ettore Sottsass for Acme Studios in Los
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1980s American Modern Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Materials
Silver Plate
Postmodern Memphis Style Glass Box by Donald Drumm
By Ettore Sottsass, Donald Drumm
Located in Framingham, MA
Whimsical postmodern lidded glass box by artist Donald Drumm.
Measures: 3" square x 4.25" tall.
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Materials
Art Glass, Mirror, Bakelite
Martine BEDIN Paire boucles d’oreille vers 1985 série Memphis ACME
By Martine Bedin
Located in PARIS, FR
Martine BEDIN (née en 1957)
Paire de boucles d’oreille, modèle crée vers 1985 de la série Memphis
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Materials
Steel
Ettore SOTTSASS Paire de boucles d’oreille Fulmine vers 1985 série Memphis ACME
By Ettore Sottsass
Located in PARIS, FR
Memphis designers for Acme
Edition Acme Studio arrêtée
Emaux cloisonnés sur métal argenté, dos en acier
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Materials
Metal, Enamel
H 1.54 in W 1.19 in D 0.08 in
Memphis Style Atomic Geometric Earrings, 1980
s
Located in Atlanta, GA
These earrings are a great combination of an atomic age look with 1980's Memphis era styling. The
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1980s Unknown Modernist Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Materials
Base Metal, Brass, Copper
1980s Post Modernist Sterling Silver Enamel Memphis Ring
Located in Palm Springs, CA
of designs by Memphis design artists such as Michele de Lucchi and Matteo Thun. In very good vintage
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1980s Italian Modernist Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Materials
Sterling Silver
Italian Designer Memphis Studio Oversized Geometric Clip-on Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Gorgeous vintage Italian designer Memphis Studio oversized clip-on earrings. Featuring colored
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1980s Italian Modernist Vintage Jewelry Memphis
1980s Post Modernist Memphis Style Sterling Silver
Enamel Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A one of a kind artist made Memphis style post modernist sterling necklace with enamel accent from
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1980s American Modernist Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
CLETO MUNARI 1980 Memphis Spirals Ear-Drops In 18Kt Gold With Lapis Lazuli
Located in Miami, FL
terminals, which are set with two carved lapis lazuli gems.
The Memphis Style
Was emerged in 1981, when
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1980s Italian Modernist Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Italian Memphis Studio Style Oversized Frosted Red Black Lucite Pierced Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Stunning Italian Studio Memphis style oversized pierced earrings. Featuring all hand-made frosted
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1980s Italian Modernist Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Memphis Design 1980 Geometric Sculptural Ring 18Kt Yellow Gold with Muzo Emerald
Located in Miami, FL
Memphis geometric sculptural cocktail ring.
Stunning and enigmatic piece of artistic jewelry
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1980s Dutch Aesthetic Movement Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Materials
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Italy Milano 1980 Memphis Geometric Bracelet In .925 Silver And Lapis Lazuli
Located in Miami, FL
An statement Memphis post-modernism cuff bracelet.
Outstanding architectural geometric piece
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1980s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver, Silver
14K Gold Post Modern Memphis PoMo Pink Purple Watermelon Tourmaline Ring 1980
s
Located in Cape May, NJ
14K Gold Large Post Modern Memphis PoMo Pink & Purple Watermelon Tourmaline Ring. The ring is in
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1980s American Retro Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Materials
Tourmaline, 14k Gold
Artist Made Modernist Japanese Jewelry Trinket Box Sculpture
By Memphis Group
Located in Peabody, MA
Exquisite artist made box with three small storage drawers for jewelry or trinkets, functions as a
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Late 20th Century Japanese Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Materials
Cedar
Postmodern Console Table Jewelry Chest Cabinet Memphis Era Studio, 1980s
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Postmodern console table or men's watch or jewelry chest cabinet Memphis Era Studio, 1980s. One-of
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Late 20th Century Post-Modern Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Materials
Wood
Black and Red Wood Lacquer Japanese Square Jewelry Box Memphis Style
Located in San Diego, CA
Nice unique black and red jewelry box circa 1980s, with nice interior and brass hinges nice clean
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Late 20th Century Japanese Post-Modern Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Materials
Brass
Guillemette L’Hoir Memphis Necklace circa 1970s
By Guillemette L’Hoir
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
influence from the Memphis Milano Movement.. Unique, structural and colorful, this lavender necklace adds
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1970s French Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Memphis Style Vintage Post Modern Sculptural Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
The wit and whimsy of the Memphis design movement is apparent in these charming earrings. The
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1980s Unknown Contemporary Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Materials
Aluminum
Tanzanite and Diamond Men
s Ring Memphis Design Movement
Located in Northampton, MA
white gold ring styled in the fashion created by The Memphis Group design collaborative which became one
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1980s American Modern Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Materials
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold
Italian Memphis Studio Style Oversized Geometric Lucite Pierced Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Stunning Italian Studio Memphis style oversized pierced earrings. Featuring all hand-made black and
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1980s Italian Modernist Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Italian Memphis Studio Style Carved Geometric Lucite Pierced Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Stunning Italian Studio Memphis style oversized pierced earrings. Featuring all hand-made primary
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1980s Italian Modernist Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Italian Memphis Style Oversized Open Loop Lucite Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Stunning 1980s Italian Memphis style oversized clip-on earrings. Featuring Lucite or Plexiglass
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1980s Italian Modernist Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Materials
Enamel, Mixed Metal
British Postmodernism 1987 Memphis Geometric Bracelet In .925 Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
A British postmodernism memphis bracelet.
Beautiful postmodernist piece, created in London United
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1980s British Aesthetic Movement Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Italian Designer Memphis Studio Oversized Chandelier Colorful Clip on Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rare vintage Italian designer Memphis Studio oversized clip on earrings. Featuring colored rubber
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1980s Italian Modernist Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Italian Memphis Studio Style Oversized Zig Zag Lucite Clip-on Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Stunning 1980s Italian Memphis Studio style oversized clip-on earrings. Featuring clear Lucite or
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1980s Italian Modernist Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Materials
Enamel, Mixed Metal
Italian Memphis Studio Style Oversized Colorful Loop Lucite Clip-On Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Stunning 1980s Italian Memphis Studio style oversized clip-on earrings. Featuring clear Lucite or
Category
1980s Italian Modernist Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Materials
Enamel, Mixed Metal
80s Memphis Style Enamel "Gears" Dangle Statement Earrings By Lunch At The Ritz
By Lunch at the Ritz
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '80s
- Each earring measures
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1980s American Modern Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Memphis Design Brooch by Ettore Sottsass
By Ettore Sottsass
Located in Winnetka, IL
"Circulus" brooch designed by Memphis designer Ettore Sottsass for Acme. An example of this pin is
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1980s American Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Geometric Memphis Style Silver and Brass Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A wonderfully crafted pair of Memphis style earrings in silver and brass by an American Artisan
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1980s American Modernist Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Materials
Sterling Silver, Brass
Memphis Design Brooch by Ettore Sottsass
By Ettore Sottsass
Located in Winnetka, IL
Scarce "Circulus" brooch created by Memphis designer Ettore Sottsass for Acme Studios in Los
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1980s American Vintage Jewelry Memphis
1980s Ettore Sottsass Memphis Brooch for Acme Studios
By Ettore Sottsass
Located in Winnetka, IL
The "Circulus" brooch was created by Memphis designer Ettore Sottsass for Acme Studios in Los
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage Jewelry Memphis
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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Vintage Jewelry Memphis
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Vintage Jewelry Memphis
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Diamond, Onyx, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
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By Van Cleef
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20th Century French Modern Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Materials
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Set of 6 Postmodern Flash One Series Coffee Service Plates, Cups, Saucers, 1980s
By Dorothy Hafner
Located in Hamburg, DE
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20th Century German Post-Modern Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Materials
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$910 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 3.15 in W 7.48 in D 7.48 in
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By Gianmaria Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
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1990s Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
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By Lamartine
Located in Worcester Park, GB
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1920s Algerian Art Nouveau Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Materials
Art Glass
$2,067
H 3.75 in W 5 in D 3 in
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Located in London, GB
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1890s European Victorian Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
Geometric Straw Marquetry Box attributed to Jean Michel Frank, circa 1930
By Jean-Michel Frank
Located in Atlanta, GA
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Materials
Straw, Wood, Cork
$2,800
H 1.19 in W 6.88 in D 5.13 in
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By Sottsass Associati, Ettore Sottsass, Michael Graves (b.1934)
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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Materials
Granite, Aluminum
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41% Off
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19th Century English Arts and Crafts Vintage Jewelry Memphis
Materials
Shell, Cork
$8,957
H 42.92 in W 33.86 in D 18.9 in
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Vintage Jewelry Memphis For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a broad range of vintage jewelry memphis for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Enamel, Gold and Silver, these items were constructed with great care. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 20th Century while others were produced as recently as the 20th Century. Modern and Contemporary are consistently popular styles when it comes to vintage jewelry memphis. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Ettore Sottsass, Giorgio Facchini and Lunch at the Ritz are consistently popular. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but Agate versions, from our inventory of 1, are particularly popular. A selection of cabochon and mixed cut can be found today on these pages. If you’re browsing the variety of vintage jewelry memphis for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.
How Much are Vintage Jewelry Memphis?
Prices for vintage jewelry memphis can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $95 and can go as high as $6,850, while vintage jewelry memphis, on average, fetch $550.
Questions About Vintage Jewelry Memphis
- 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 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 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 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 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 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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