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Vintage Snake Ring 18 Karat Gold Enamel Flexible Estate Fine Jewelry Scales
Located in Torrance, CA
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The snake features lifelike detail with conjoined scales that move and allow flexibility of the band
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Weighing Scales Charm
Located in London, GB
This is a detailed vintage 9ct yellow gold weighing scales charm.
Condition: Used (Very Good
Category
20th Century Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold
Roger Jean Pierre Large Scale Depose Bouquet Brooch
By Roger Jean-Pierre
Located in New York, NY
Roger Jean Pierre large scale Depose bouquet brooch from the 1950's. The three dimensional silver
Category
1950s French Romantic Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Rhodium, Silver Plate, Brass, Bronze
Vintage 1970s Gold Scale Buckle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold.
Circa 1970s
9 1/4 x 7/8 inches, has 4 options for size
Category
1970s Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage 1970s Enamel Dragon Scales Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Finley crafted with blue and green enamel over 18k yellow gold.
Circa 1970s
Size 7 1/2 inches
Category
1970s Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
18k Gold, Enamel
Vintage 14 Karat Gold Scales of Justice Cuff Links
By Larter & Sons
Located in Darien, CT
, deeply engraved with the scales of justice with bullet back mechanism.
Larter & Sons were the top
Category
Mid-20th Century American Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
14k Gold, Gold
Large Scale Sterling Comma Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Designer clip on earrings in the shape of oversized commas. Not overly heavy because of hollow construction but not flimsy quality either.
Excellent condition. Signature illeg...
Excellent condition. Signature illeg...
Category
1980s American Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pomellato Sirene Matte Rose Gold Scale Cuff Bracelet
By Pomellato
Located in New York, NY
18k matte finish rose gold bracelet by Pomellato from Sirene collection, featuring fish scale
Category
20th Century Italian Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Rose Gold
French Flower Spike Large Scale Earclips
Located in New York, NY
fittings. Huge striking scale.
Excellent Condition. Made in France
Length 2.75
Width 2.75
Height 1.75
Category
1980s French Modern Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Silver Plate, Gilt Metal
Vintage 1960s David Webb Enamel Dragon Scale Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in blue and green enamel over 18K yellow gold.
Signed by David Webb
Circa 1960s
Size 6 1/2 inches
Matching pin (P3400) is also available.
Category
1960s Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
18k Gold, Enamel
LUCIANA Aloisi de Reutern Fish Scale Demi Parure
By Luciana Aloisi De Reutern
Located in New York, NY
Italian textured gilt fish scale necklace and flexible cuff bracelet byLuciana Aloisi De Reutern
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
15k Gold, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Scale Pattern Bracelet 18k Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
example of the 1950s jewelry, this scale pattern bracelet have both boldness and refinement.
DESIGNER
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Rare Carolyn Gleick Rosene Large Scale Sterling Wood American Modernist Brooch
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Large scale sterling silver and ebony wood brooch created by noted American modernist Carolyn
Category
1950s American Modernist Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Sterling Silver
Whimsical Large Scale Figural Enamel Post Earrings circa 1980s
Located in University City, MO
Whimsical large scale figural enamel post earrings c 1980s
The unique pierced dangle earrings are
Category
1980s Unknown Artist Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Enamel, Gilt Metal
French Flower Spike Large Scale Pearl Earclips
Located in New York, NY
French flower spike pearlized resin large scale earclips. Silvered metal clip back fittings. Huge
Category
1980s French Modern Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Silver Plate
Judith Leiber Tourmaline Gold Dragon Scale Earrings
By Judith Leiber
Located in Miami Beach, FL
center of a dragon scale gold swirl. The back has a post and French clip. !8k yellow gold.
Category
20th Century American Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold
Retro 18 Karat Yellow Gold Scale Diamond Buckle Bracelet
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
1940's Retro Diamond Buckle Bracelet featuring an intricate and flexible scale design which flows
Category
Mid-20th Century American Retro Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Black Enamel and Diamond Large Scale Ring
Located in Palm Beach, FL
weighing an approximate
total of 1.00CT of overall G Color and VS1 Clarity. This large
scale, vertical
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, Enamel
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Scaled Design Twist Cocktail Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Estate David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Twisted Scales Ring is a remarkable piece of jewelry that
Category
20th Century American Modern Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1950s Retro Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Scale Dome Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
mounting characteristic of its period.
Specialized in antique and creation jewelry since 1975, we deliver
Category
1950s French Retro Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Large Scale Coral, and Diamond Ring
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This lovely and quite large vintage fashion ring features, at it's center. a bright orange Mediterranean coral cabochon. With a measurement of 26mm by 19mm, the coral is quite signif...
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Azurite Malachite Sterling Silver Fish Dimensional Scales Taxco Mexico Necklace
Located in North Attleboro, MA
green malachite, centered by two large fish with dimensional azur-malachite scales. The closure is a
Category
1990s Mexican Artisan Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Malachite, Silver, Sterling Silver
Stool or Vanity Jewelry Stand, Small Scale
Located in Barcelona, ES
, footstool , jewelry or brooch stand or showcase.
Broochs are for decorative purposes only.
Measures: 33 cm W
Category
20th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Fabric, Wood
French Retro Rose Gold Adjustable Belt Strap Bracelet of Scale Design
Located in New York, NY
A Retro rose gold belt strap bracelet of overlapping scales with adjustable buckle clasp, in 18k
Category
1940s French Retro Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Monumental Scale 18K Yellow Gold Ring with Large Amber Center
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This unusual vintage ring is crafted from 18K yellow gold with a richly textured surface. It is set with one massive amber bead, which measures a full 1 1/8 inch in length with a gir...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Modern Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Amber, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Christian Dior GROSSE 1964 Fish Scales Bib Curved Belly Circle Layer Necklace
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1964 Vintage Unisex Fish Scales Bib Curved Belly Half Circle Collar Coker
Category
1960s German Art Deco Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Gold Plate
A Classic Longines Chronograph Stainless Steel 13ZN Telemeter Scale ca' 1930's
By Longines
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Longines. Some of the features are: original two tone dial, telemeter scale, hands replaced per factory
Category
1930s Swiss Modern Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
H 1.42 in W 1.42 in Dm 1.42 in
Monumental Scale Handmade Vintage 18k Gold Lapis-Lazuli & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This large and very impressive ladies cocktail ring was created almost entirely by the hand of a gifted craftsman at the mid-point of the 20th Century. An enormous Lapis-Lazuli caboc...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Smaller Scale 18K Yellow Gold Bombe' Ring with Pave' Set Diamond Dome
Located in Palm Beach, FL
An 18K yellow gold smaller scale ring, pave' set with approximately 2.33ct of round brilliant cut
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Robert Lee Morris Sterling Silver Snake Scale Drop Earrings
By Robert Lee Morris
Located in New York, NY
was working at Ann Klein, and the snake scale concept became necklaces, body wraps and earrings that
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 3 in W 0.65 in D 0.1 in Dm 0.65 in L 3 in
Detailed and Dramatic 18k Yellow Gold Large Scale Modernist Dome Ring
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This fabulous 18k yellow gold Modernist ring is extremely intricate, with very high relief organic feeling motifs over
it's entire surface. The ring measures a full 1 inch across th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modernist Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Scale 1970s Diamond Platinum and Gold Cocktail Ring 8.5carats Total
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Made in the 1970's, this large cocktail ring scintillates brilliantly from every surface. A platinum plate, comprising the entire top of the ring is set with large very high quality ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Diamond Enamel 18k Yellow Gold Scale Open Wrap Snake Ring - Size 6
Located in Boca Raton, FL
back of its head to the pointed tail is a scale like design in yellow and black enamel. The tail flex
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel
One Pair Of 14Karat Gold Pierced Knot Earings. Great Form And Scale.
Located in Buchanan, MI
One Pair Of 14Karat Gold Pierced Knot Earings. Great Form And Scale.
Category
20th Century American Classical Greek Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Gold
Avant-garde Massive Huge Scale Artisan Silver Metal Cuff Bracelet c 1980s
Located in University City, MO
Avant-garde massive huge-scale artisan silver metal brutalist cuff bracelet designed by Nino
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Artisan Vintage Jewelry Scale
Christian Lacroix Paris Massive Huge Scale Avant Garde Couture Necklace c 1980s
By Christian Lacroix
Located in University City, MO
Christian Lacroix Paris Massive huge scale avant-garde couture statement necklace c 1980s
The
Category
Late 20th Century French Artisan Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Amethyst, Base Metal
Vintage Center 0.75 Carat Old Miner Diamond Libra Scale Zodiac Large Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 0.75ct Old Miner Diamond Two-Tone Libra Scale Zodiac Pendant 14k Gold. The size & clarity
Category
1970s Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Diamond
Large Scale Ladies Vintage Bueche Girod Yellow Gold and Diamond Wrist Watch
By Bueche Girod
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This striking and large scale ladies vintage Bueche Girod wrist watch is crafted from 18k yellow
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
W 1.13 in D 0.19 in L 6.13 in
DOXA Manual Multi Scale Chronograph Steel Wrist Watch NATO Strap Valjoux 22
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a gorgeous vintage DOXA chronograph wrist watch featuring a black multi scale dial
Category
1940s Swiss Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Very Large Scale 18K Yellow Gold Statement Ring with Lapis, Turquoise & Diamonds
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This fabulous 18K yellow gold, mid-century cocktail ring is centered around a deep blue lapis lazuli cabochon measuring 20mm X 16mm. Framing the lapis are round single-cut diamonds, ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Monumental Scale Lalaounis 18k Gold Double Rams Head Necklace 38 Inches Long
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This 18k yellow gold Lalaounis double rams head lariat necklace is a truly magnificent example of the esteemed Greek designers offerings. From clasp to tip, the necklace is comprise...
Category
Late 20th Century Greek Greek Revival Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Dazzling Large Scale 18K Gold and Diamond Vintage Cocktail Ring by Jose Hess
By Jose Hess
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Imagined and created by highly regarded jewelry designer Jose Hess in the latter part of the 20th
Category
Late 20th Century North American Modern Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
One Pair 14 Karat And Mobe Pearl Pierced Earings. Great Scale And Form.
Located in Buchanan, MI
One Pair 14 Karat And Mobe Pearl Pierced Earings. Great Scale And Form.
Category
20th Century American Classical Greek Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Pearl
W 1.25 in D 0.75 in L 1.25 in
Elegant Grand Scale French Mid-20th Century 18k Gold and Amethyst Cocktail Ring
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This completely unique and and "over the top" French ring, crafted from 18k yellow gold with large center emerald cut amethyst, entirely surrounded by numerous additional amethyst ...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Modern Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL Vintage Snake Serpent Scale Clip-On Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage gold tone clip-on earrings featuring a blue enamel scale design adorned
Category
20th Century French Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Gilt Metal
Ciner Autumn Crystal Large Scale Clip on Floral Earrings Circa 1980
By Ciner
Located in University City, MO
Ciner Autumn crystal large scale clip on floral earrings c 1980
The elegant designer earrings are
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Gilt Metal
Grand Scale 18k Yellow Gold, Jadeite Jade, Ruby, Diamond and Onyx Earrings
Located in Palm Beach, FL
described as "Grand Scale." Each earring is stamped 750, designating 18k gold. The pair are equipped with
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Large Scale White Onyx, Diamond and Mother of Pearl Earrings by Albert Lipten
By Albert Lipten
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This unique and elegant vintage pair of 18K yellow gold hexagonal earrings was imagined and created by highly regarded designer, Albert Lipten. At their center are 16mm natural snow...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold
1970s Era Copper-Tone Snake Scale Metal and Crystal Jeweled Buckle Handmade Belt
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A 1970s era belt made of copper-tone metal snake scale links with a metal and crystal jeweled
Category
1970s American International Style Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Crystal, Metal
H 3 in W 1.25 in D 33.5 in
Robert Lee Morris Sterling Silver Squiggle Brooch
By Robert Lee Morris
Located in New York, NY
very clean shapes, a new vocabulary of squirming life forms in gleaming silver. Scale for jewelry in
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Lucite Lily Brooch
Located in New York, NY
and mounted on an enameled white metal branch with pave rhinestone accents. Large scaled, charming
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Gilt Metal
Robert Lee Morris for Donna Karan Rose Quartz Tear Drop Earrings
By Robert Lee Morris
Located in New York, NY
Robert Lee Morris made so much gorgeous jewelry for Donna Karan over the years and this is a very
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Quartz, Brass, Gold Plate
H 3.5 in W 0.7 in D 0.7 in Dm 0.7 in L 3.5 in
Pair of Iconic Art Smith Modernette Cuffs
By Art Smith
Located in Riverdale, NY
is dynamic in its size and form. Although sometimes massive in scale, his jewelry remains lightweight
Category
1940s American Modernist Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Sterling Silver
Native American Navajo Turquoise Sterling silver Necklace
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning Turquoise on this handmade piece of Native American Jewelry. Large in scale. 3 pieces of
Category
1970s American Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Isabel Canovas Bronze and Wood Leaf Bangle Bracelet
By Isabel Canovas
Located in Geneva, CH
bronze overlays featuring large leaves is truly a striking element of any jewelry collection ! Of
Category
1980s French Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Bronze
Austro Hungarian Style Collar
Located in New York, NY
. This American necklace was inspired by Austro-Hungarian jewelry but is scaled in a larger more ornate
Category
1930s American Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Gilt Metal
Robert Lee Morris Wabi Sabi Collection, 4 Rib Earring for Donna Karan 1988
By Robert Lee Morris
Located in New York, NY
This bold and sculptural clip on earring is an example of the big scale jewelry Robert Lee Morris
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Brass
H 2.1 in W 2.25 in D 1 in Dm 2.25 in L 2.1 in
Salvador Dalí 18K Solid Gold Figurine - San Carlos de Borromeo 1973, Certified
By Salvador Dalí
Located in Sant Josep de sa Talaia, IB
condition of the item. We have attached a reference photo of a metric scale.
- The jewelry is shipped in a
Category
1970s Contemporary Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
18k Gold, Gold
Alexander Calder Flying Colors '76 Stars and Stripes Abstract Lithograph Modern
By (after) Alexander Calder
Located in Atlanta, GA
, jewelry, and large-scale public installations. Calder’s vibrant use of color, geometric shapes, and
Category
20th Century French Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Chrome
H 16.5 in W 19.5 in D 1 in
Stuart Devlin vintage limited edition silver gilt Surprise Gift
By Stuart Devlin
Located in Braintree, GB
, from jewellery and silverware to large-scale commissions and ceremonial pieces.
One of Devlin's most
Category
1970s British Vintage Jewelry Scale
Materials
Silver
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Vintage Jewelry Scale For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage jewelry scale for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. If you’re looking for a vintage jewelry scale from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. Creating a vintage jewelry scale has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Chanel, Angela Cummings and David Webb are consistently popular. A vintage jewelry scale of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 43, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for a brilliant cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and cabochon alternatives. Finding a vintage jewelry scale for sale for women should be easy, but there are 30 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.
How Much is a Vintage Jewelry Scale?
The price for a vintage jewelry scale starts at $111 and tops out at $42,000 with these bracelets, on average, selling for $3,619.
Questions About Vintage Jewelry Scale
- 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 ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify vintage Tiffany jewelry, see if you can find either a “Tiffany & Co.” or “T&Co.” stamp, as nearly all pieces produced by the luxury jewelry maker will display one or the other. Engagement rings made during the late 1960s and beyond will also usually have a serial number, which you can research. However, it is usually inscribed onto the gemstone's girdle in characters too small to be read with the naked eye. If your piece is a diamond ring, you can take it to an authorized Tiffany & Co. repair center to have the serial number read and researched to learn more about it. For all other types of jewelry, you can either conduct online research to determine if it is between 20 and 99 years old, making it vintage, or you can have a certified appraiser or experienced dealer help you with the identification process. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of vintage Tiffany & Co. jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify vintage rhinestone jewelry, look at the back, clasp and other inconspicuous areas in search of a maker's mark. By definition, vintage jewelry is between 20 and 99 years old, so you'll need a rough idea of when the maker produced your item to determine if it is vintage. You can begin the dating process by researching the maker using trusted online resources and looking at images of its pieces from over the years. Alternatively, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can help you with the process. Shop a large collection of vintage costume jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify vintage costume jewelry, you'll need to determine if your piece is between 20 and 99 years old. To do so, see if you can locate a maker's mark. You're most likely to find it in an inconspicuous area, such as an inner edge or a clasp. Using trusted online resources, search for the mark to learn who the maker is, then read more about it to get an idea of when it produced items similar to yours. Alternatively, you can consider having a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer help identify your costume jewelry. On 1stDibs, find a selection of vintage costume jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Yes, nearly all vintage Tiffany jewelry is stamped. However, the stamp on older pieces may not include the maker's name. You should still find a hallmark that represents the metal’s purity. Examples include 925, AG925 or STER for sterling silver. Find a variety of Tiffany & Co. jewelry from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024It's not possible to say for sure which vintage jewelry is worth the most money. Trends in collecting vary over time, and because the term vintage refers to pieces that are between 20 and 99 years old, what's considered vintage changes each year as well. However, collectors are often on the hunt for vintage jewelry produced by notable makers, such as Cartier, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, Harry Winston, Chanel, Miriam Haskell, David Webb and Georg Jensen. Vintage jewelry may also have value due to its materials, such as gold, platinum and diamonds. To find out how much your vintage pieces may be worth, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of vintage jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023To tell if jewelry is vintage or antique, first look for any hallmarks that signify its maker. You can use trusted online resources to research when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours to roughly estimate its age. Jewelry is vintage if it's between 20 and 99 years old, and antique if it is 100 years old or more. If you're unable to locate a maker's hallmark, becoming familiar with the materials and other characteristics used during different eras of jewelry can help you date your piece. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage and antique jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell quality vintage jewelry, examine its details carefully. Ensure that any clasps or fasteners operate smoothly and stay securely fastened. Quality vintage jewelry will also feature sturdy hardware, such as the posts on a pair of earrings, the prongs securing a gemstone in a ring or the o-rings connecting a pendant to a chain. You can also research the maker to learn about the manufacturer's reputation when evaluating vintage jewelry. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Vintage costume jewelry refers to costume jewelry that is 20 to 80 years old. Jewelry, costume or otherwise, that is 100 years old is referred to as antique. The big design fair in Paris in 1900 inspired jewelers to work with inexpensive materials, and Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel and others helped popularize costume jewelry during the 1920s. The roots of costume jewelry, however, took shape at least as far back as the 18th century, when paste jewelry that featured hand-cut glass instead of gemstones first emerged. Shop a variety of vintage costume jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs 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 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 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 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.