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Vintage White Mosaic Moorish Jewelry Box with Shell Inlaid
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Discover the timeless elegance of this large, handcrafted Middle Eastern Lebanese jewelry box, a
Category
Mid-20th Century Lebanese Islamic Decorative Boxes
Materials
Bone, Shell, Fruitwood
Yellow Gold Shell Vintage Pendant - 10k Carved Cameo Silhouette
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Vintage
Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold
Stone Information
Natural Shell
Cut: Carved Cameo
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Sterling Silver "The Pleasure of The King" Shell Cameo Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This piece, titled The Pleasure of the King, is a circa 1930 hand-carved shell cameo depicting a
Category
Early 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Sterling Silver
14k Yellow Gold Cameo w/ Diamond, Vintage Filigree Carved Shell Brooch Pin
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage from the 1950s
Materials: cameo brooch, cameo brooch pendant, cameo pin brooch pendant
Category
Early 2000s Brooches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Vintage Hand-Carved Shell Cameo 14K Gold 3.57g Pendant Brooch 3.75cm x 2cm
Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA
This vintage hand-carved shell cameo brooch features a classical female portrait in profile, bezel
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage Large Hand Engraved 18k Yellow Gold Carved Shell Cameo Brooch/ Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)–
Natural Genuine Shell - Carved Cameo - Medium Orange Color w/ Cream Carving - 63.61 x
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Vintage Running Bear Sterling Silver Spiny Oyster Shell Cuff Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
of orange and deep purple—likely spiny oyster shell, prized for its vibrant color and organic texture
Category
20th Century Cuff Bracelets
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Swiss White Gold Snail Shell Design Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
with other jewelry, the Vintage Snail Shell Design Pendant with Diamonds is a testament to artful
Category
20th Century Swiss Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Retro 10k Rose
Yellow Gold Carved Shell Cameo Floral Frame Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Incredible Detailed Work !!!
--Stone(s):--
(1) Natural Genuine Carved Shell - Oval Shape - Bezel
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Design Polish Sterling Silver 925 Bangle Bracelet with Shell
Located in Arnhem, NL
A modernist design Polish sterling silver bangle bracelet with a shell. The bracelet is made of 925
Category
20th Century Polish Modern Bangles
Materials
Sterling Silver
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Shell Petal Crystal Black Enamel Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Shell Petal Crystal Black Enamel Pendant Modernist Necklace
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate, Enamel
Openable Clam Shell Natural and Treated Diamond Vintage Gold Pendant
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Openable Clam Shell Natural and Treated Diamond Gold Pendant
Category
Late 20th Century Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 0.37 Carat Diamonds Conch Shell Dome Ring 18k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 0.37 Carat Diamonds Conch Shell Dome Ring 18k Gold. One of a kind extraordinary conch shell
Category
Vintage 1970s Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Ornate Shell Cameo Ganymede with Zeus Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This vintage pendant features a finely carved shell cameo depicting the mythological scene of
Category
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 10k Yellow Gold Lady of the Moon Pink Conch Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Antique-inspired vintage 10k yellow gold shell cameo brooch depicting the “Lady of the Moon.” The
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Carved Shell Cameo Ring with Diamond Accent, Sculptural Setting
Located in Miami, FL
A bold and expressive vintage carved shell cameo ring in solid 14K gold, featuring a finely modeled
Category
Vintage 1970s Fashion Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Matte Frost White Shell Cabochon Crystals Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Symmetric Matte Frost White Shell Cabochon Shining Crystals
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Rose Gold Shell Art Deco Convertible Brooch/Pendant - 10k 10k Cameo Vintage Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Information
Natural Shell
Cut: Carved Cameo
Size: 22.9mm x 17.7mm
Style: Convertible Brooch/Pendant
Fastening
Category
Vintage 1920s Brooches
Materials
10k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 9 Karat Gold Lady Profile Shell Cameo Round Signet Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a vintage signet ring crafted in 9K gold. Circa 1960.
The piece features a shell cameo
Category
Mid-20th Century Signet Rings
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold
Vintage Piaget Cufflinks in 18 Carat Yellow Gold with Onyx and White Shell
By Piaget
Located in London, England
Vintage onyx and white shell set cufflinks by Piaget.
Set on a swivel bar fitting, the front side
Category
1990s Unknown Cufflinks
Materials
Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Italian 1950
s Finely Carved Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant in 9K Gold
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This Vintage Finely Carved Shell Cameo Brooch
is depicting a profile of a young lady,
incredibly
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Brooches
Materials
9k Gold
Pierre Balmain Vintage 1980s Five 5 Conch Shell Charms Bib Pendant Necklace
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Wokingham, England
Pierre Balmain Vintage 1980s Unisex Five 5 Swirl Conch Shell Charms Bib Pendant Chunky Statement
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Huge Shell Conch Swirl Glow Matte Comma Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Unisex Massive Huge Shell Conch Swirl Glow Matte Comma Fire Statement
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Hoop Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage 1980 Matte White Shell Crystals Snake Omega Gold Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Matte White Shell Cabochon Crystals Snake Mesh Woven Omega
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Italian 14K Gold Pink Conch Shell Cameo Ring, Floral Classical Profile
Located in Miami, FL
A romantic vintage Italian cameo ring, hand-carved in soft blush conch shell and bezel-set in solid
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Cocktail Rings
Materials
14k Gold
Tiffany
Co 925 Sterling Silver Vintage Earrings Puffed Shell Omega Backs
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co 925 Sterling Silver Vintage Earrings Puffed Shell Omega Backs
Metal: 925 Silver
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Yellow Gold Carved Shell Cameo Large High Profile Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):--
(1) Natural Genuine Shell - Oval Shaped w/ Carving - Multi Prong Set - White Carving
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Kalinger Paris Sea Shells and Glass Crystal Clip On Earrings
By Kalinger Paris
Located in CHAMPEAUX-SUR-SARTHE, FR
for Her and any Vintage High Fashion Jewelry Lover, and will be a stunning addition to your collection
Category
Vintage 1980s French Drop Earrings
Vintage Shell Cameo with Diamond
Located in Chesterland, OH
This vintage unmounted Carnelian shell cameo depicting the profile of the beautiful young lady is
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Materials
Diamond
$520 Sale Price
38% Off
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Large Shell Pendant Circle Grey Brown Necklace
By Maison Goossens for Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Wokingham, England
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Arty Large Long Robert Goossens Rive Gauche Shell Water Drop Pendant
Category
Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Shell MOP Star Fruit Gilt Sterling Silver Vintage Statement Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Fabulous! Striking Carambola Grey Gold Nacre Star Fruit Necklace, comprising of nine Shell
Category
Late 20th Century Modernist Choker Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
$1,232 Sale Price
27% Off
Antique and Vintage Carved Shell and 18k Yellow Gold Cameo Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive carved shell and 18 karat yellow gold cameo cocktail ring; part of
Category
Vintage 1960s Unknown Cocktail Rings
Materials
Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold MAZ Shell and Amethyst Earrings
By Maz
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold MAZ Shell and Amethyst Earrings.
The turbo shell set with 8 small round
Category
Late 20th Century North American Clip-on Earrings
Yellow Gold Shell Cameo Vintage Venus
Psyche Brooch/Pendant 14k Mythology Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Vintage
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold
Stone Information
Carved Shell Cameo
Style: Brooch
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Shell Cameo Ring in 9K Gold. Split Shoulders. Maker
s Mark.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Meticulously crafted in 9K Yellow Gold
this Vintage/Retro Ring survived in
remarkably good
Category
Vintage 1960s Australian Retro Signet Rings
Materials
9k Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Shell Cameo and Mother of Pearl Cameo Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This vintage bracelet features alternating shell and mother of pearl cameos, each intricately
Category
20th Century Link Bracelets
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
British Vintage Collectible Yellow Gold 3D Detailed Conch Shell Charm Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: 9k Yellow Gold - with Pink Enamel
Weight: 4.82 Grams
Overall Height: 17.02mm (0.67") (including bail)
Overall Width: 16.88mm (0.66")
Jump Ring Diameter: 4.5mm (approx.- rin...
Category
20th Century Charm Bracelets
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Seaman Schepps Vintage Turbo Shell Ruby Sapphire Gold Earrings
By Patricia Schepps Vaill for Seaman Schepps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of vintage Seaman Schepps turbo shell earrings, crafted by Patricia Shepps, with ruby and
Category
20th Century American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Ruby, Sapphire, Gold
Vintage Chinese Natural Jadeite Turtle Shell Form Multi-Colored Beaded Bracelet
Located in Richmond, CA
Vintage Chinese hand carved jadeite bracelet in the form of eight multi colored, carved turtle
Category
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Bracelets
Materials
Jade
Christian Dior 1980 Vintage Shell Fan Crystal Wide Ribbed Omega Chunky Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Unisex Large Shell Fan Crystals Wide Ribbed Omega Chunky Pendant
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Yellow Gold Carved Shell Cameo W/ Twisted Wire Frame Dangle Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):--
(2) Genuine Carved Shell Cameos - Oval Shaped - Multi Prong Set - Peachy w/ White
Category
20th Century Dangle Earrings
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Shell Vintage Brooch/Pendant - 10k Carved Cameo Silhouette Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Vintage
Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k Green Gold
Stone Information
Natural Shell
Cut
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Handmade 14k Gold Carved Cameo Shell Girl in Garden Portrait Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):--
(2) Natural Genuine Shells - Carved Cameo - Oval Shape - Brown with White Carving
Category
20th Century Drop Earrings
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Carved Shell Cameo Vintage Stud Earrings 18k Rope Frame Pierced
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Vintage
Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold
Stone Information
Carved Shell Cameo
Style: Stud
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Antique 18K Yellow Gold Italian Carved Shell Cameo Vintage Earrings
Located in Great Neck, NY
love and affection that connects two people. This relationship ensures that each hand-carved shell
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Victorian Drop Earrings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Art Deco 10 Karat Yellow Gold Carved Shell Cameo Ring
Located in Addison, TX
This intricately carved shell cameo ring is as stunning as it is unique in 10 karat yellow gold
Category
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Signet Rings
Materials
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Gold Coral Bead Necklace with Hand-Carved Shell Cameo Clasp
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
This exquisite vintage necklace features three strands of beautifully matched, hand-polished coral
Category
Vintage 1960s Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s High Quality Vintage Red and Blue Enamel Italian Shell Earrings
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This pair of vintage earrings features a charming shell design, adorned with vibrant enamel in deep
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Enamel
LB offers Vintage Shell Indian Painted Reversible pendant Malachite SS necklace
By Lorraines
Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a large Mother of Pearl, hand Painted, Reversible oval, Vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Malachite, Pearl, Sterling Silver
$216 Sale Price
42% Off
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold GIA Natural Pink Conch Pearl Shell Pendant Charm
Located in Montclair, NJ
: 11.6mm (highest point)
Bail Dimensions: 3.3x2.7mm (inside)
Condition: Vintage. Shows some light surface
Category
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Shell Double Crystals Silver Gold Chunky Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Shell Double Row Crystals Silver Gold Patchwork Chunky
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate, Silver Plate
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Oval Flower Pearls Crystals Shell 2 Set Gold
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Oval Flower Pearls Crystals Shell 2 Jewellery Gift Set Elegant
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Tiffany
Co Vintage Seashell Scallop Shell Omega Clip on Earrings
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co Vintage
Seashell Scallop Shell Omega Clip on Earrings 14K Yellow Gold.
The
Category
1990s American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$7,840 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage LeCoultre Memovox 10k Yellow Gold Shell 34mm Roman Dial Automatic Watch
Located in Providence, RI
This vintage LeCoultre Memovox automatic watch is a timeless example of mid-century horological
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Cameo Bracelet Carved Shell Woman Solid Yellow Gold Wide Panels
Located in Greer, SC
Vintage multi panel cameo bracelet, created in solid 14k yellow gold. Features 5 right facing
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Link Bracelets
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Shell Triangle Diamond Crystals Gold Clip Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Shell Triangle Diamond Crystals Modenrist Elegant Clip Earrings, Gold
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Circle Round Shell Modernist Gold Clip Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Textured Circle Round Shell Fan Modernist Clip Earrings, Gold
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
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Vintage Shell Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate piece of vintage shell jewelry for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Yellow Gold and 14k Gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for an item from our selection of vintage shell jewelry from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic choice in our collection of vintage shell jewelry over the years, but those made by Rolex, Tiffany
Co. and Van Cleef
Arpels are often thought to be among the most beautiful. An object in our assortment of vintage shell jewelry can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 8 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 bead cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an option in this array of vintage shell jewelry, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.
How Much is a Vintage Shell Jewelry?
The price for a piece of vintage shell jewelry starts at $176 and tops out at $17,800 with these brooches, on average, selling for $800.
Questions About Vintage Shell 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 21, 2023To tell if jewelry is vintage, first look for hallmarks that may indicate the maker. Then, consult trusted online resources to research the markings and find out when the jewelry house produced pieces that are similar to yours. Anything made at least 20 to 80 years ago is vintage. Because there are many contemporary pieces inspired by vintage designs, you may want to consider taking your jewelry to a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer who can inspect and date it. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of vintage jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024To identify vintage jewelry, look for a maker's hallmark. You'll usually find it on a necklace, pin or earring clasp; the back of a pendant or earring or the inside of a bracelet or ring. Try snapping a photo of the hallmark and doing a reverse image search to quickly determine who produced it. If that doesn't work, you can look up the hallmark using trusted online reference resources or have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer assist you. Shop a large collection of vintage jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.
- 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.
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