Skip to main content

Vintage Wells Jewelry

to
72
672
127
852
443
320
145
140
127
106
59
44
1
22
22
19
19
18
Sort By
Ruth Berridge 1960 Cinetic Mobile Pair of Sculptural Dangle Earrings in Sterling
By Ruth Berridge
Located in Miami, FL
produce some pieces in gold. Her original sketches as well as jewelry is quite very rare today and hard to
Category

1960s American Modern Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Snake Ring Diamonds Rubies Yellow Gold, 1950
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
demand any special outfit and brings a sense of occasion to any day. Well worth a fine jewelry
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Louis Comfort Tiffany Yellow Diamond Ring, 6.73 Carats
By Louis Comfort Tiffany
Located in New Orleans, LA
death, Louis Comfort became the head of Tiffany & Co.’s jewelry department as well as its chief designer
Category

20th Century American Etruscan Revival Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Gold

Cartier Panthere De Cartier Tsavorite Onyx 18K Yellow Gold Leather Cuff Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Panthere De Cartier Tsavorite Onyx 18K Yellow Gold Leather Cuff Bracelet. Well-crafted
Category

20th Century French Modern Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Onyx, Tsavorite, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. Schlumberger Bull Swivel Bracelet in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany Co.
Located in Zurich, CH
add dimension to this elegant chain bracelet. Jean Schlumberger (1907 – 1987) was a French jewelry
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Eric de Kolb Monkey Pendant Necklace Original Sculpture Enamel Amazonite Gold
By Eric de Kolb
Located in New York, NY
as well as jewelry. He lived most of his adult life between New York City and Capri. His original
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Amazonite, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Dominique Denaive Paris Sculptural Orange Resin Modernist Pendant Necklace
By Dominique Denaive
Located in Atlanta, GA
designer: Dominique Denaive is a well-known French jewelry designer and manufacturer since the early 80s
Category

1990s French Modernist Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Silver Plate

GEORG HORNEMANN Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Gold With 14.49 Ctw In Diamonds Sapphire
By Georg Hornemann
Located in Miami, FL
German goldsmith and jewelry artist as well as the founder of the company of the same name, Georg
Category

Late 20th Century German Modernist Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Panthere Black Lacquer Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Well-crafted jewelry like this one is hard to come by. This Panthère de Cartier ring carries the
Category

20th Century French Modern Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier Panthère Necklace Pendant 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain, 1990
By Cartier
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Cartier Panthère one of the most well-known items of fine jewelry in the World. Stamped, authentic
Category

Late 20th Century French Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Russian Demantoid Diamond Silver Gold Earrings
Located in Chicago, IL
extremely rare to see jewelry with two well matched demantoids, over 2.5 ct each. Handcrafted in silver
Category

20th Century Edwardian Vintage Wells Jewelry

Cartier Baignoire Tutti Frutti Limited 18K Diamonds Rubies Sapphire Box, 1990
By Cartier
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
demand a special outfit. Well worth a fine jewelry collection. Weight: 35.7 gr 1.25 oz Length: 3.5 cm
Category

1990s Swiss Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage Chopard Necklace 18k Gold Happy Diamond Tubogas
By Chopard
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
of Happy Diamonds works for jewelry as well. Chopard Happy Diamond Heart necklace is emblematic
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1950 s Margot de Taxco Sterling Silver Amethyst Bracelet
By Margo de Taxco
Located in Toronto, ON
, and is well known for her silver and enamel works of art. Margot produced and designed jewelry until
Category

1960s Mexican Modernist Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver

BETTY COOKE 1990 Geometric Studs Earrings In 14Kt Yellow Gold Sterling
By Betty Cooke
Located in Miami, FL
operating under the guiding principle “sell only great design,” The Store Ltd sells Cooke’s jewelry, as well
Category

1970s American Modernist Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold

BETTY COOKE 1990 Geometric Dangle Earrings In 14Kt Yellow Gold Sterling
By Betty Cooke
Located in Miami, FL
sells Cooke’s jewelry, as well as a wide variety of contemporary home décor, furnishings, and apparel
Category

1970s American Modernist Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold

Georg Jensen 1958 Nanna and Jorgen Ditzel Clips Earrings in 18Kt Gold Model 378
By Georg Jensen and Nanna Ditzel
Located in Miami, FL
, which were very well received. Further jewelry designs were created, and many of these pieces would go
Category

1950s Danish Post-War Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georg Jensen 1956 Denmark by Nanna Ditzel Geometric Mobius Bangle In Sterling
By Georg Jensen and Nanna Ditzel
Located in Miami, FL
exhibit, which were very well received. Further jewelry designs were created, and many of these pieces
Category

1960s Danish Modernist Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

GEORG JENSEN 1960 Nanna Ditzel Pendant Brooch In 18Kt Yellow Gold Model 1328
By Georg Jensen and Nanna Ditzel
Located in Miami, FL
, which were very well received. Further jewelry designs were created, and many of these pieces would go
Category

1960s Danish Modernist Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

David Yurman Sterling Silver 14K Yellow Gold Renaissance Double Row Cuff Large
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
David Yurman is a well-known luxury jewelry brand known for its artistic designs and high-quality
Category

20th Century American Contemporary Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Vintage Cultured Pearl and 4.02 Carat Diamond Platinum Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
our diverse gemstone jewellery and estate jewelry collections. This magnificent, fine and impressive
Category

1950s Unknown Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum

Classic Chanel 1980s Gold Long Ring Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
1980s. These gold chain pendant necklaces from the 1980s are the most well know style of fashion jewelry
Category

1980s French Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Ruser 1960 s Aquamarine Diamond Gold and Platinum Ring
By William Ruser
Located in New York, NY
freshwater pearls and crowned with halos of tiny seed pearls, as well as less whimsical jewelry. He closed
Category

1960s American Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

A very striking necklace and earrings, Henkel Grosse for Christian Dior, 1957.
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
of Dior jewellery, as well as being highly wearable to any special and glamorous occasion. Christian
Category

1950s German Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Base Metal

18 Karat Yellow Gold, Lovers Knot, Rope Lariat Necklace
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
has very strong resemblance to the work of Greek jeweller, Ilias Lalaounis. A seriously hefty and well
Category

20th Century Etruscan Revival Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jean Paul Gaultier 1990s Silver Fringe Hoop Dangle Earrings
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
. The silver tone of the earrings pairs well with various other jewelry and fashion styles. They can be
Category

1990s Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Dominique Denaive Paris Multicolor Resin Link Bracelet
By Dominique Denaive
Located in Atlanta, GA
well-known French jewelry designer and manufacturer since the early 1980s. He began his career
Category

1990s French Modernist Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

Hand Hammered Gold Plated Link/Chain Bracelet
Located in North Miami, FL
worry about loosing real jewelry. Very well done. There are 16 hand hammered links plus the two end
Category

1990s American Modern Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

C1910 18K Flower Cluster Ring with "DEAREST" Gemstones
Located in Baltimore, MD
wonderfully sentimental and romantic ideas, we will never know. But fortunately for us, Victorian jewelry was
Category

20th Century English Victorian Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold

Kutchinsky 1970 Clip Earrings 18Kt Gold Platinum And 21.02 Ctw Diamonds Rubies
By Kutchinsky
Located in Miami, FL
1890 and was always based in London, United Kingdom. They has been very well know jewelry makers, with
Category

1970s English Modernist Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Tiffany Co. Larger Yellow Gold Vannerie Earrings
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Litchfield, CT
the earrings in the picture! The Vannerie collection is smart, well-tailored jewelry fashion at its
Category

1980s American Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Julius Cohen Emerald Diamond Estate Earrings
By Julius Cohen
Located in Dallas, TX
Harry Winston. Julius Cohen founded his own jewelry line. Julius Cohen is a well-known New York-based
Category

20th Century American Vintage Wells Jewelry

ELIZABETH LOCKE Neoclassical Earrings
By Elizabeth Locke
Located in Litchfield, CT
Pearls. Known for her neoclassical motifs, Elizabeth Locke's jewelry is superbly well made and
Category

1990s American Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

Tiffany Co. Dogwood Earrings
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1980s, 18k, by Tiffany & Co., New York City. Lovely, well-mannered jewelry is Tiffany's
Category

1980s American Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb Cabochon Gemstone, Onyx and Diamond Earrings
By David Webb
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
inlaid strips of onyx adding a substantial "pop". A worthy addition to a well-stocked jewelry box!
Category

20th Century American Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold

Jewelled gilt metal and coloured paste starfish earrings, Florenza, 1960s
By Florenza
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
pieces as well as manufactured fashion jewellery for others, from Coro to Weiss.. While flower shapes
Category

1960s American Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

Blue Carved Pink Sapphires Diamonds 18K White Gold Earrings, 1950
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
occasion. Well worth a fine jewelry collection. Weight: 0.94 oz (26.9 gr) Length: 3 cm ( 1.1 inches)
Category

1950s Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold

Tiffany Co Eighteen Karat Gold Blue Green Swirl Enamel Textured Hoop Earrings
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
Signed Tiffany 18k In excellent condition Tiffany & Co. is a well-known luxury jewelry brand that was
Category

Late 20th Century American Contemporary Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Kutchinsky 1968 London Geometric Earrings 18kt Gold with Diamonds Coral and Onyx
By Kutchinsky
Located in Miami, FL
Kingdom. They has been very well know jewelry makers, with attention to fine quality, craft and well-made
Category

1960s English Retro Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Wander France 1960 Textured Fluted Clips Earrings in 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
salons in New York City and Paris, as well as jewelry concessions in fine department stores though out
Category

1960s American Modernist Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Wander France 1960 Mid Century 18Kt Yellow Gold Earrings with Oval Lapis Lazuli
Located in Miami, FL
City and Paris, as well as jewelry concessions in fine department stores though out the American
Category

1960s American Modernist Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Monet Multi Strand Long Pendant Fringe Necklace, 1960s
By Monet
Located in New York, NY
A late 1960s to early 1970s beautifully made multi strand pendant fringe necklace from the well
Category

1960s American Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Burle Marx Blue Topaz Diamond Earrings
By Haroldo Burle-Marx
Located in Darnestown, MD
brothers, Roberto and Haroldo Burle Marx. In addition to their modernist jewelry, they are well known for
Category

1980s Brazilian Modernist Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Topaz, 18k Gold

Dominique Denaive Paris Signed Turquoise Resin Dangling Clip on Earrings
By Dominique Denaive
Located in Atlanta, GA
designer: Dominique Denaive is a well-known French jewelry designer and manufacturer since the early
Category

1990s French Modern Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

Dominique Denaive Paris Caramel Pearlized Resin Dangle Clip Earrings
By Dominique Denaive
Located in Atlanta, GA
). About: Dominique Denaive is a well-known French jewelry designer and manufacturer since the early
Category

1990s French Modern Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

Dominique Denaive Paris Signed Citrus Resin Dangling Clip on Earrings
By Dominique Denaive
Located in Atlanta, GA
. Measurements: 3 in. long (7.7 cm) x 1 in. wide (2.6 cm) About the designer: Dominique Denaive is a well
Category

1990s French Modern Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Silver Plate

Tiffany Co Diamond Yellow Gold Clip On Earrings
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
glamorous addition to any well-rounded jewelry collection, or perhaps, the first acquisition to a nascent
Category

1980s American Contemporary Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

15.8 Carats Tourmaline Fancy Yellow Diamonds Pearls Earrings 18K Gold, 1999
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
special outfit and a sense of occasion. Well worth a fine jewelry collection. Diamonds' approximate
Category

1990s Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Pearl, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Christian Lacroix 1990s Satin Gold Sputnik Earrings.
By Christian Lacroix
Located in New York, NY
color. Each earring has a brass clip back. On the back is the well known jewelry signature plaque of a
Category

1990s French Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Dominique Denaive Paris Signed Oxblood Resin Dangling Baroque Clip on Earrings
By Dominique Denaive
Located in Atlanta, GA
. long (12.5 cm) x 1.69 in. wide (4.2 cm) About the designer: Dominique Denaive is a well-known French
Category

1990s French Modern Vintage Wells Jewelry

Dominique Denaive Paris Signed Orange Red Ceramic Dangling Clip on Earrings
By Dominique Denaive
Located in Atlanta, GA
0.94 in. wide (2.3 cm) About the designer: Dominique Denaive is a well-known French jewelry designer
Category

1990s French Modern Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

Dominique Denaive Paris Signed Pearlized Pink Resin Dangling Clip on Earrings
By Dominique Denaive
Located in Atlanta, GA
. wide (3 cm) About the designer: Dominique Denaive is a well-known French jewelry designer and
Category

1990s French Modern Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

Christian Lacroix 1990s Iconic Sun Face Large Earrings
By Christian Lacroix
Located in New York, NY
gold color. Each earring has a brass clip back and the well known jewelry signature plaque of a large
Category

1990s French Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

Asymmetric Fashion 6Ct Emeralds Diamonds Earrings 18K Gold, 1970
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
value will be sure to rise as time goes by. It is a perfect item both for a fine jewelry collection and
Category

1970s European Contemporary Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Sapphires Diamonds Adler Sundersand 18K Yellow Gold Earring, 1998
By Adler
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
always bring a sense of occasion. Well worth a fine jewelry collection. Stamped: Adler 750 (18K
Category

1990s Swiss Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

GEORG JENSEN 1960 Nanna Ditzel Clips-On Earrings In 18Kt Yellow Gold Model 1136C
By Georg Jensen and Nanna Ditzel
Located in Miami, FL
were created for this exhibition, which were very well received. Further jewelry designs were created
Category

1960s Danish Modernist Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

1950 s Ruser Diamond Platinum Earrings
By William Ruser
Located in New York, NY
halos of tiny seed pearls, as well as less whimsical jewelry. He closed the doors to his shop in 1969
Category

1950s American Vintage Wells Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

  • 1
  • ...
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Vintage Wells Jewelry", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Vintage Wells Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the piece of vintage wells jewelry you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Yellow Gold and 14k Gold — can elevate any look. You’re likely to find the perfect item from our selection of vintage wells jewelry 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 choice in our collection of vintage wells jewelry from Louis Vuitton and Tiffany Co. — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. An object in our assortment of vintage wells jewelry of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Ruby, from our inventory of 3, is particularly popular. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also bead and cabochon versions for sale. Most of our vintage wells jewelry for sale are for women, but there are 12 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Vintage Wells Jewelry?

The price for a piece of vintage wells jewelry starts at $110 and tops out at $7,800 with these bracelets, on average, selling for $520.
Questions About Vintage Wells Jewelry
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    Yes, 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, 2023
    To 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, 2024
    To 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, 2023
    Jewelry 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, 2023
    The 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, 2023
    Vintage 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, 2024
    To 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, 2023
    Many 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 4, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    Yes, 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, 2024
    It'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, 2023
    To 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, 2024
    To 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 ExpertApril 16, 2024
    Yes, 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, 2023
    To 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.