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Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Butterfly Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels
Green Emerald & Diamonds Butterfly Necklace
One cabochon Green Emerald est
Category
1970s French Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Quality Rhinestone Cute Butterfly Necklace
Located in Jacksonville, FL
with our Vintage Quality Rhinestone Cute Butterfly Necklace. This delightful necklace showcases a
Category
20th Century Art Deco Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Le Vian Butterfly Necklace 14K Rose Gold
By Le Vian
Located in Honolulu, HI
LeVian Multi Gemstone Butterfly Necklace in14K Rose Gold. This beautiful butterfly pendant is set
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Peridot, Sapphire, 14k Gold,...
Vintage 18ct Gold Gemstone Butterfly Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Butterfly Necklace
18ct Gold (yellow & white)
Circa 1950’s
Pretty Little Vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century English Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 9ct Gold Diamond & Gemstone Butterfly Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Butterfly Necklace
9ct Gold (rose & white)
Circa 1990’s
Pretty, vintage, butterfly
Category
Late 20th Century English Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold
Onyx Diamond and Ruby 18 Karat Platinum Butterfly Necklace
Located in London, GB
An onyx, diamond and ruby 18 karat white gold butterfly necklace
This fun necklace features two
Category
1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Miriam Haskell Butterfly Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell signature Russian Gilt butterfly and baroque pearl necklace
of filigree set baroque
Category
1950s American Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Gilt Metal
Vintage 60s Gemstone Butterfly Necklace Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Choker 15.5"
Located in Torrance, CA
Distinct & nicely detailed Butterfly necklace crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (circa 1960s
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14...
H 0.75 in W 1 in L 15.5 in
Christian Lacroix Vintage Jewelled Butterfly Necklace
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN LACROIX vintage silver toned necklace featuring three butterflies embellished with purple
Category
20th Century French Vintage Butterfly Necklace
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS 18K Yellow Gold Coral Diamond Butterfly Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful Butterfly Coral Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels 18k yellow gold coral butterfly is
Category
1990s French Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Butterfly Necklace 1990s
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Van Cleef & Arpels necklace is crafted in 18k yellow gold and set a round faceted red
Category
1970s Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Emerald Butterfly Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 8.2 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.14 ct.
The diamond is has vs-s1 clarity.
Totally is emerald 0.16 ct.
Total lenght is chain 40 cm.
Please conta...
Category
1980s European Retro Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Jade Necklace and 3 Jade Butterfly Pins
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful set consisting of 2 9" jade ball beaded necklaces and 3 matching jade butterfly pins
Category
1960s Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Jade
Yves Saint Laurent Necklace Pendant Golden Butterfly
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in PARIS, FR
Yves Saint Laurent pendant charm with the motif of a butterfly in gold metal decorated with purple
Category
1990s French Vintage Butterfly Necklace
18 Karat White Gold Diamond Butterfly Pendant Necklace #19752
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18 Karat White Gold Diamond Butterfly Pendant Necklace
This sparkling butterfly pendant necklace
Category
20th Century Contemporary Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat Two Tone Diamond Butterfly Pendant Necklace #13784
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Diamond Butterfly Pendant Necklace JAGi Certified-
This lovely butterfly
Category
20th Century Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Maison Gripoix for Yves Saint Laurent Butterfly Bib Necklace
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Large and Important Maison Gripoix for Yves Saint Laurent butterfly bib necklace circa 1970. Of
Category
1970s French Romantic Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Gold Plate, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal
Retro Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Butterfly Pendant / Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This stunning Retro 18K yellow gold pendant features an intricate butterfly motif adorned with 32
Category
1940s Retro Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sterling Silver Pawn Butterfly link Squash Blossom Turquoise Necklace
Located in Wallkill, NY
Massive handmade Turquoise hanging from a butterfly motif necklace. The craftsmanship on this is
Category
1950s American Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Bulgari Bvlgari Butterfly Globe Pendant Link Chain Yellow Gold Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Butterfly Globe Pendant Link Chain Necklace by Bulgari.
The Bulgari Bvlgari 18k
Category
20th Century Italian Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Yellow Gold
Designer Patricia Jias Big Pearl Heart Butterfly Bow Tie Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Designer Patricia Jias 2’x2’ Big Pearl Heart Butterfly Bow Tie Necklace. Famous designer from
Category
1990s Brazilian Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
NOLAN MILLER signed gold plated sapphire crystals butterfly designer necklace
By Nolan Miller
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed NOLAN MILLER
• gold plated with crystals
• vintage designer necklace
Category
1980s Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Vintage Chinese Carved Yellow Jadeite Butterfly Pendant Beaded Necklace 18"-23"
Located in Richmond, CA
Vintage mid-century Chinese carved jadeite butterfly pendant beaded necklace, with several fine
Category
20th Century Chinese Artisan Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Jade
D 0.28 in Dm 1.38 in L 18.04 in
Vintage Butterfly Diamond Ruby Emerald 14K Yellow Gold Curb Link Necklace
Located in Simpsonville, SC
The Vintage Butterfly Diamond Ruby and Emeralds Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold is a unique and
Category
Mid-20th Century Retro Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Butterfly Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 10.4 grams.
Totally is diamond 1 ct.
The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs clarity.
Total lenght is chain 45 cm.
Please contact for any ques...
Category
1990s European Retro Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
LB offers Vintage SS Enamel Marcasite Butterfly pendant Vintage Glass necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a Stunning Vintage Sterling Silver and Enamel Pendant necklace. This one
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Nouveau Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Marcasite, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Openwork Butterfly White Water Drop Pearl Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Openwork Butterfly White Water Drop Pearl Pendant Elegant Necklace
Category
1980s German Art Deco Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior GROSSE Vintage Long Chain Butterfly Crystals Y Tassel Necklace
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE Vintage 1970s Long Chain Butterfly Crystals Y Tassel Elegant Modernist
Category
1970s German Art Deco Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Gold Plate
.80 Carat Pear Opal Yellow Gold Butterfly Mid-Century Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
1950's mid-century Filagree opal pendant necklace. 4 pear shaped cabochon greenish/blue opals set
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Red Coral Bead 18 Karat Yellow Gold Butterfly Clasp Necklace & Earrings Set
Located in Westport, CT
Double-strand graduated red coral bead necklace featuring 133 polished round coral beads measuring
Category
Late 20th Century Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Diamond Grey MOP Coral Butterfly Yellow Gold Brooch Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Grey Mother Of Pearl Coral Butterfly Brooch Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels
Category
1970s French Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Coral, Cultured Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold
Christian Dior GROSSE 1958 Large Knot Bow Ribbon Butterfly Woven Mesh Necklace
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1958 Vintage Large Knot Bow Ribbon Butterfly Woven Mesh Choker Collar
Category
1950s German Art Deco Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior GROSSE 1958 Large Bow Ribbon Butterfly Mesh Woven Gold Necklace
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1958 Vintage Large Bow Ribbon Butterfly Pendant Mesh Woven Omega Chunky
Category
1950s German Art Deco Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Gold Plate
Diamonds, Sapphires, Rose Gold/Silver Butterfly Shape Clasp , Corals Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Gorgeous multi-strand necklace composed by three red coral rows and 9K rose gold and silver
Category
1950s Retro Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Vintage Reed & Barton Sterling Silver Butterfly Whistle Pendant
By Reed & Barton
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage Reed & Barton butterfly whistle/pendant.
0.925 sterling silver.
Delicate design and
Category
20th Century American Art Nouveau Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Sterling Silver
Diamonds and Jade Butterfly Pendant on Fine Curb Chain
Located in MELBOURNE, VIC
Dainty 18 carat yellow gold Butterfly pendant on 18 carat delicate curb chain.
Butterfly wings are
Category
Late 20th Century Art Deco Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum Art Nouveau Butterfly Opal Diamond Pendant with Chain
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Breathtaking Opal Diamond and Emerald Butterfly pendant with chain in Platinum and yellow Gold
Category
20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum
Yellow Gold Butterflies Masterpiece Hand Painted MOP Pendant #0845
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Butterflies and Roses Hand Painted on a Mother of Pearl Pendant. The miniature
Category
1980s American Contemporary Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow and White Gold Diamond Butterfly Pendant #19743
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow and White Gold Diamond Butterfly Pendant-
This sparkling 14K gold pendant features
Category
20th Century Contemporary Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Carved Salmon Coral Butterfly Garden 18K Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
serene garden scene with blossoming flowers and a delicate butterfly.
This exquisite piece is carefully
Category
1950s Unknown Retro Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Coral, 18k Gold
14 Karat White Butterflies Masterpiece Hand Painted MOP Pendant #0870
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Butterflies & Roses Hand Painted on a Mother of Pearl Pendant. The miniature
Category
1980s American Contemporary Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.01 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond and Tahitian Pearl Butterfly Pendant Brooch
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
A wonderfully handcrafted butterfly brooch! The butterfly wings are set with round brilliant
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamonds, Blue Sapphires, Pearl, 14k Gold and Silver Butterfly Pendant/Brooch
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Unique design butterfly shape pendant necklace and brooch at the same time, mounted with 1.50 g of
Category
1930s Retro Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Bacchus Dionysus with Butterfly Cameo Pendant Brooch 14 Karat Gold Antique
Located in New York, NY
Brooch of a magnificent hand carved face of Bacchus, also known as Dionysus, with a Butterfly on the
Category
20th Century European Victorian Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Butterflies Masterpiece Hand Painted MOP Pendant #576
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Hand Painted Butterflies and Roses on Mother of Pearl Pendant. Absolutely
Category
1980s American Contemporary Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Echo of the Dreamer Butterfly Moth Pendant Brooch Amethyst Pearl Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning vintage Echo Of The Dreamer Pendant or Brooch in the form of a Butterfly or Moth
Category
20th Century American Modernist Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Amethyst, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Sterling Silver, Silver
Vintage 'Italian Vintage' Grande Butterfly Collar & Cuff Demi-parure 1990s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
An extraordinary stunning Vintage 'Italian Vintage' Butterfly Collar and Bracelet Set. A duo of
Category
1990s Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Miriam Haskell Intricate Multi Strand Necklace
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell multi strand faux white and blue moonstone pate de verre bead necklace. Russian gilt
Category
1940s American Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Gilt Metal
Kenneth Jay Lane Ornate Colorful Crystal Kaleidoscope Collar Necklace in Gold
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
dazzling statement necklace! Colorful dragonfly, butterfly, coral, seashell, monkey, bow, flower, ladybug
Category
1990s American Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Crystal, 22k Gold, Gold Plate
Vintage 1950s 1.27 Carat Diamond Pearl White Gold Earring and Necklace Set
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
with a butterfly fastening
This vintage necklace and earring set is supplied with an independent
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Circular "Pietra Dura" Tabletop, Marble and Hardstones
Located in Madrid, ES
. In the centre of the board, surrounded by a garland of flowers, has been placed a pearl necklace with
Category
Late 20th Century European Modern Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Marble
Platinum and 18 Karat Butterfly Necklace
Located in Sarasota, FL
18k & Platinum Antique Sapphire and Diamond Butterfly Brooch with AGL & GIA certified no heat
Category
1930s Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Butterfly Necklace, 1970s
Located in Litchfield County, CT
Vintage handmade brass butterfly necklace, signed Lee Menichetti. 4" long x 3.5"wide
Category
1970s Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Ray Tracey Multi-Stone Inlay Butterfly Necklace, 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Ray Tracey Multi-Stone Inlay Butterfly Necklace, 14k y/g.
Chain is 14kt yellow gold.
Inlaid stones
Category
Late 20th Century Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Cultured Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
70'S Erika Hult Sterling Turquoise Coral & Amethyst Butterfly Necklace-Taxco
By Erika Hult de Corral
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
signed 925 Sterling Italy with a Sterling Butterfly Pendant necklace featuring black enamel, natural
Category
20th Century Mexican Modernist Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Sterling Silver
1960s Over-the-top Butterfly Necklace
Located in Bozeman, MT
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Plated gold bib necklace is liberally scattered with orange and green cabochons. Hinged
Category
1960s Unknown Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Vintage Large Butterfly With Blue Crystals Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This vintage necklace features a huge butterfly with a large center blue cabochon stone in the
Category
Late 20th Century Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Masha Archer 1970s Silver Butterfly Statement Necklace
By Masha Archer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning Native-American inspired necklace. Choker style at neck, joins together at a silver
Category
1970s American Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Blue Crystal Butterfly Brooch/Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
There are two ways you can wear this wonderful butterfly. You can wear it as a pendant on a chain
Category
Late 20th Century Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Vintage Turquoise Pearl Butterfly Lavaliere Pendant Necklace, Dated 1976
Located in Kendal, GB
A beautiful 1970s Lavaliere necklace fashioned in 9ct Yellow Gold with a fabulous butterfly pendant
Category
20th Century British Retro Vintage Butterfly Necklace
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, Yellow Gold
H 1.07 in W 1.26 in D 0.2 in L 18 in
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Vintage Butterfly Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact vintage butterfly necklace you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. You’re likely to find the perfect vintage butterfly necklace among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 20th Century. A vintage butterfly necklace from Van Cleef & Arpels, Le Vian and Graff — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A vintage butterfly necklace can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 109, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and marquise cut alternatives. Most of our vintage butterfly necklace for sale are for women, but there are 40 pieces available to browse for men.
How Much is a Vintage Butterfly Necklace?
On average, a vintage butterfly necklace at 1stDibs sells for $3,498, while they’re typically $135 on the low end and $26,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Finding the Right Necklaces for You
We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.
Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers.
In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs.
For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone.
Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt.
On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
Questions About Vintage Butterfly Necklace
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What butterfly necklaces mean is largely a matter of personal interpretation. Many people associate butterflies with change and rebirth because of the life cycle of the butterfly, which starts out its life as a caterpillar. You'll find a variety of butterfly necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023What wearing a butterfly necklace means is largely a matter of individual interpretation. Some people see butterflies as symbols of freedom and hope, while others believe they represent change. Shop a collection of necklaces from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024To tell if a necklace is vintage, one approach is to conduct research using trusted online resources. Start by looking for hallmarks and then use the maker's mark to identify the brand that produced it. From there, you can look at online catalogues and reference guides to determine approximately when your jewelry was made. A necklace is vintage if it is between 20 and 99 years old. Another option is to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler help you with the dating process. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage necklaces.
- What makes a necklace vintage?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023What makes a necklace vintage is its age. Any necklace made at least 20 to 80 years ago is vintage. Necklaces produced a century ago or more are antiques. A vintage-inspired or vintage-style necklace is one manufactured during the past 20 years but inspired by older jewelry. Find a wide variety of vintage necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Clasp design on vintage necklaces vary significantly, so there’s no uniform way to open and close a clasp. Research the specific type of necklace to find resources on the style of clasp. On 1stDibs, you'll find a collection of vintage necklaces from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell if a rhinestone necklace is vintage, look on the clasp or the back of the pendant for a maker's mark. By snapping a photo of the mark and performing a reverse image search or entering a description of the marking into an online search engine, you can often identify the maker of a piece. Then, conduct further research to learn when the company or artisan was active and producing necklaces similar to yours. It is vintage if you estimate that your necklace is between 20 and 99 years old. Older pieces are antiques, while newer ones are contemporary. For additional assistance with dating your rhinestone necklace, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of vintage necklaces.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To determine whether a pearl necklace is modern or vintage, first look for signs of wear, such as blunted edges on the prongs. The pearls will likely have dull spots where they came into contact with skin. The clasp can clue you in, too. Lobster clasps appeared in the 1970s, while early 20th century clasps were generally safety-pin style or C-clasps. Modern necklaces typically have a spring-loaded clasp. Shop a selection of vintage pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Vintage Chanel jewelry always has a date stamp and logo located somewhere on the piece that you can use for authentication. Everything on the date stamp should be easy to read, and the Chanel logo should look immaculate. Fake logos are often hard to read and have mistakes in the font. All the details should be exquisite, and the necklace should feel substantial. If it feels light and cheap, it’s probably a fake. Shop a collection of authentic vintage Chanel necklaces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024To tell if a vintage Tiffany necklace is real, look closely at the links and clasp. Due to their expert craftsmanship, Tiffany & Co. links appear continuous and have no visible seams or solder marks. The clasp should also be sturdy and free of solder or glue marks. Hallmarks can also help you authenticate your piece. Most Tiffany & Co. jewelry will say the maker's full time or “T&Co.” Items marked simply with “Tiffany” are usually not authentic. Comparing the markings on your jewelry to hallmark images found on trusted online resources can help you identify counterfeits. A certified appraiser or experienced dealer can also be of assistance. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage Tiffany & Co. necklaces.
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