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Rebajes Sterling Silver Ubangi Brooch, Master Modernist Jewelry Artisan
By Francisco Rebajes
Located in Buffalo, NY
1950s ubangi woman pin is among the most striking of artist Rebajes pieces. Seldom seen sterling silver version, as most Rebajes pieces are in copper. It is jigsaw cut with wrapped w...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Gold Gilt Bronze Sculpture Pendant Israeli Tumarkin Abstract Modernist Jewelry
Located in Surfside, FL
and Dada artist Marcel Janco pioneering Modernist studio Jewelry in Israel. Tumarkin did some Jewelry
Category
1960s Modern Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Gold, Bronze
Betty Cooke Sterling Necklace with Geode Crystal Ball
By Betty Cooke
Located in Darnestown, MD
closes with a hook clasp. It is illustrated in both "Form and Function: American Modernist Jewelry 1940
Category
1970s American Modernist Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Crystal, Geode, Sterling Silver
Pair of Ed Wiener Modernist Sterling Silver and Ebony Wood Cufflinks
By Ed Wiener
Located in Philadelphia, PA
for silver fineness and Ed Wiener.
Great cufflinks from the renowned New York modernist jewelry maker
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modernist Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Earl Pardon Modernist Brooch
By Earl Pardon
Located in New York, NY
Earl Pardon (1931-1991) is considered one of the foundational artists of the Modernist jewelry
Category
Mid-20th Century Modernist Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Ruby, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Copper
Earl Pardon Modernist Brooch
By Earl Pardon
Located in New York, NY
Earl Pardon (1931-1991) is considered one of the foundational artists of the Modernist jewelry
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modernist Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage 14k Bloodstone Ring Signet Mid Century Modernist Ludwig Fessner Size 5.5
Located in Greer, SC
Co. This statement piece is great for collectors of classic modernist jewelry. Best measures for a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modernist Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Chalcedony, 14k Gold
Tapio Wirkkala Kinetic Silver Moon Hopeakuu Pendant, 1974
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Brooklyn, NY
signature. An icon of modernist jewelry design in excellent original condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Organic Motif Bracelet Gertrud Engel for Anton Michelsen Sterling Silver
By Anton Michelsen
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Engel created modernist jewelry influenced by nature. Her pieces are exquisitely made and depict leaves
Category
1950s Danish Modern Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Ed Wiener 1954 New York Rare Modernist Sculptural Cuff Bracelet .925 Sterling
By Ed Wiener
Located in Buffalo, NY
,, Stunning iconic piece of modernist jewelry.. Has a weight of 34.6 grams and fit a wrist up to 7 inches.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Modernist Invisibly Set Sapphire Diamond and Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Modernist Invisibly Set Sapphire and Diamond Ring rendered in 18K Gold. Modern and streamline in
Category
1980s American Modernist Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
MIC Neugel Sweden Modern Bracelet Earrings Enamel Sterling Silver Scandinavian
Located in New York, NY
. Signed MIC with the date mark for 1960. A masterwork of mid-century modern, modernist jewelry making
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Modernist Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Elsa Peretti Sterling Silver Charm Bracelet for Tiffany & Co.
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
of the greatest modernist jewellery designers.
Marked - 'Tiffany & Co. 925' & 'Elsa Peretti' along
Category
20th Century Modernist Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Russell Secrest Bronze Kinetic Sculpture
By Russell Secrest
Located in Atlanta, GA
Secrest (1935-2010) is known for both his sculptures and modernist jewelry designs. Born in Muncie
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Modernist Carved Abstract Figural Scuptures by Stella Popowski, C. 1950s
Located in Peabody, MA
and an important figure in the modernist jewelry movement in Taxco, Mexico, working and designing for
Category
1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Mahogany
H 23.5 in W 9.25 in D 1.88 in
Bjorn Weckstrom 18k Gold Bracelet
By Bjorn Weckstrom
Located in Litchfield, CT
excitement for a brilliantly chic all-gold look. Excellent condition.
Remark: “Modernist jewelry makes a
Category
1970s Finnish Modernist Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bjorn Weckstrom Modernist Cufflinks
By Björn Weckström for Lapponia
Located in Litchfield, CT
, both in the decorative arts and fine art. Excellent condition.
Remark: “Modernist jewelry
Category
1970s Finnish Modernist Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ross Coppelman Ring Sterling Silver Diamond 22 Karat Gold Modern Retro Eames Era
By Ross Coppelman
Located in New York, NY
renowned modernist jewelry maker whose works have become highly collectible.
The top of the ring is 18mm
Category
20th Century American Modern Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage Silver bracelet Teka by Theodor Klotz, Germany 1960s
Located in Stokholm, SE
modernist jewelry.
Category
1960s German Modern Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
H 0.99 in W 2.17 in D 0.08 in Dm 2.17 in L 2.17 in
John Lewis Boston Modernist Hand Hammered Sterling Silver Link Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
.
John Lewis was a Boston modernist jewelry maker. He was highly regarded and was known for his fine
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modernist Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Ed Wiener Hinged Bangle Bracelet with Gemstones
By Ed Wiener
Located in Darnestown, MD
century Modernist jewelry movement. Wiener most often worked in silver. This heavy 18 karat gold piece was
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modernist Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Citrine, Multi-gemstone, Green Beryl, 18k Gold
Huge Modernist Citrine Ring 18 Karat
Located in Litchfield, CT
Ring, Inventory No. 20090
Remarks: "Modernist jewelry makes a statement as an accessory that is
Category
1970s Modernist Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Spanish Modernist Ring With Green Grossular Garnet
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
lover of modernist jewellery or even someone working in architecture.
Ring size - 53/M (approximately
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Modernist Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sigfredo Pineda Sigi Mid Century Sterling Brooch Pendent
By Sigi Pineda
Located in Cincinnati, OH
fine piece of Modernist jewelry.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Silver Earrings by Studio Else & Paul Made in 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
accessory for various occasions.
Else & Paul Hughes were pioneers of the modernist jewelry movement in
Category
1960s Norwegian Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Georges Delrue Yellow Gold Aries Zodiac Pendant 1970s
Located in New York, NY
artist, stamped 18k.
French-born Georges Delrue (1920 – 2010) was a pioneer of the modernist jewelry
Category
1970s Canadian Modernist Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sculptural Silver Jorma Laine Pendant on Sterling David-Andersen Neck Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
them. There is an appealing strength to the raw, brutalist quality of this sculptural, modernist
Category
1970s Finnish Modernist Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
W 4.75 in D 0.44 in L 8.75 in
Vintage Gold Pewter Modernist Horse Brooch
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
This Vintage Gold Pewter Modernist Horse Brooch is a striking and elegant piece of jewelry that
Category
Mid-20th Century Modernist Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate
Björn Weckström Necklace "O2X" for Lapponia Sterling Silver Mid Century 1970s
By Björn Weckström for Lapponia
Located in New York, NY
This is the Modernist Necklace "O2X" by Finnish jewelry designer Björn Weckström for Lapponia in
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Modern Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 2.3 in W 2 in L 30 in
Modernist Rare Avant-Garde Necklace 18 Kt Art Piece
Located in Napoli, IT
Wearable Art
Modernist jewelry stands alone as an island of elegance in a sea of humdrum
Category
Mid-20th Century European Modernist Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Rare Art Smith American Modernist Copper and Brass Kinetic Earrings 1950s
By Art Smith
Located in Palm Springs, CA
different scale from his contemporaries. He has been called a star of the modernist jewelry movement.
Category
1950s American Modernist Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Brass, Copper
Oscar Heyman Emerald and Diamond Bracelet
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
influence of modernist jewelry artists such as Andrew Grima, this Heyman bracelet is, as always
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Kussenobject Aluminum Sculpture by Françoise van de Bosch, ca. 1975
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
edges, creating a dynamic relationship with light. A pioneer in Dutch modernist jewelry and design, van
Category
20th Century Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Modernist Silver Bracelet with Green Stone
Located in Rotterdam, NL
curves gracefully around the wrist, embracing the clean, geometric lines typical of modernist jewelry
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Modernist Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Andrew Grima Attributed 18 Karat Gold, Emerald, & Diamond Modernist Brooch
By Andrew Grima
Located in Philadelphia, PA
the Father of Modernist Jewelry!
Date:
1963
Overall Condition:
It is in overall good, as-pictured
Category
20th Century British Modernist Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
H 1.82 in W 1.66 in D 0.6 in
18 Karat Yellow and White Gold Link Bracelet, Italy Circa 1965
Located in New York, NY
craftsmanship from the late 1960s when modernist jewelry was just emerging and a more traditional design period
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid Century Modern Bracelet Finland 1971 Sterling Silver Scandinavian Finnish
Located in New York, NY
collection of Finnish MId Century Modernist Jewelry - please take a look at our auctions and watch the
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Modern Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Modernist Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald and 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold Dome Ring
Located in North Miami, FL
the woman who loves modernist jewelry. You will get all eyes on it. It may be on of a kind. You will
Category
1980s Unknown Modernist Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Lapponia Brooch Labyrinth Björn Weckström Finland Modernist Man From Mercury
By Björn Weckström for Lapponia
Located in New York, NY
most important jewelry designers working today and is a superb example of modernist Scandinavian design
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Modern Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 1.75 in W 1.5 in D 0.9 in
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Logo Pendant Layers Strands Chain Earrings Silver Set
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
Clip Earrings Modernist Jewellery Set, Silver Tone
Very excellent condition. Vintage and very rare to
Category
1980s French Baroque Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Silver Plate
ANDREW GRIMA 18KT Gold Opal Earrings
By Andrew Grima
Located in Braintree, GB
, crafted by Andrew Grima, are a sophisticated example of mid-20th-century modernist jewelry design
Category
1990s British Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Joaquim S'Paliu Barcelona 1970 Modernist Geometric Cocktail Ring in Sterling
Located in Miami, FL
Spanish modernist jewelry from the 1970. The cocktail ring was created by the artist jeweler Joaquim
Category
1960s Spanish Modernist Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Danish Mid-Century Jatoba and Silver Cigarette Box by Hans Hansen
By Hans Hansen
Located in Weesp, NL
silversmith renowned for his modernist jewelry and functional art objects.
Hans Hansen, established in the
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Giorgio Facchini Artist Jewel Large Enamel and 18 Karat Gold Pendant, 1977
By Giorgio Facchini
Located in New York, NY
Facchini in Italy in 1977 and is in superb condition. A unique piece of modernist jewelry, it is both bold
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Gold, Enamel
W 2.3 in D 1.25 in L 2.5 in
Jack Gutschneider Brooch in 18Karat Gold W/Lapis, Diamonds, Emeralds & Rubies
Located in New York, NY
finest Mid-Century Modernist Jewelry. Signed with the JG JLRY maker's mark on the reverse of the brooch
Category
1960s American Modernist Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold
H 1.75 in W 1.9 in D 0.7 in Dm 1.9 in L 1.75 in
Ed Wiener 1950 New York Constructivist Sculptural Cuff Bracelet in .925 Silver
By Ed Wiener
Located in Miami, FL
States.
Literature: Modernist Jewelry 1930-1960: The Wearable Art Movement, Marbeth Schon, Pp. 43 and
Category
1950s American Modernist Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Silver
JOAQUIM S'PALIU Barcelona 1970 Geometric Ring in .925 Sterling And Chrysoprase
Located in Miami, FL
Spanish modernist jewelry from the 1970. The geometric ring was created by the artist jeweler Joaquim
Category
1970s Spanish Modernist Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Chrysophrase, Silver, Sterling Silver
Ed Wiener 1948 New York Aerodynamic Constructivist Sculptural Cuff in 925 Silver
By Ed Wiener
Located in Miami, FL
An exceptional cuff designed by Ed Wiener (1918-1991).
This very rare modernist sculptural piece
Category
1940s American Modernist Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver, Silver
W 3 in Dm 6 in L 5 in
Bjorn Weckstrom for Lapponia Finland 1970's Acrylic Drop Space Series Sterling
By Björn Weckström for Lapponia
Located in New York, NY
This is the rare Modernist Necklace by Finnish jewelry designer Björn Weckström for Lapponia in
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Modern Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 3.25 in W 2 in L 27 in
Lapponia Björn Weckström Man In Cosmos Ring Acrylic Sterling Silver Finland
By Björn Weckström for Lapponia
Located in New York, NY
This is the very rare Modernist "Man In Cosmos" Ring by Finnish jewelry designer Björn Weckström
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Modern Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Ruth Berridge 1960 Cinetic Mobile Pair of Sculptural Dangle Earrings in Sterling
By Ruth Berridge
Located in Miami, FL
. Ruth born in 1921 and was one of the premiere modernist jewelry designers in the 1950s. Her designs
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Margaret de Patta Silver and Lapis Brooch 1947-1950
Located in New York, NY
Chicago. De Patta and Bielawski began collaborating on a line of modernist jewellery that could be
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Silver
Vintage Abstract Expressionist Ibram Lassaw Modernist Bronze Sculpture Pendant
By Ibram Lassaw
Located in Surfside, FL
Fine Arts
2008 Form and Function: American Modernist Jewelry, 1940–1970, Fort Wayne Museum of Art
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Expressionist Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Gold, Bronze
Vintage Finish Liisa Vitali Dangle Earrings solid 18K Yellow Gold / 2.4gr
Located in SE
artistic style is a unique,beautiful representation of the Finnish modernist jewelry that emerged in the
Category
1970s Finnish Retro Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Georg Jensen Modernist Sterling Silver Cufflinks Estate Fine Jewelry
By Georg Jensen
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful expression of the Georg Jensen Silver legacy; these Cufflinks characterized by an eclectic and energetic style, combine traditional decorative expressions with edgy shapes ...
Category
1960s Danish Modernist Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Modernist Teak Jewelry Box
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents
Modernist Teak Jewelry Box
inside mirror
11.5 long x 9 d x 4.5 h
Stamped Genuine
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Teak
Designer Bjorn Weckstrom Lapponia Diamond 14K Gold Bracelet Modernist
By Estate Jewelry
Located in Brambleton, US
Designer Bjorn Weckstrom Lapponia Diamond 14K Gold Bracelet Modernist
This designer bracelet is
Category
1960s European Modernist Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
BERGÈRE - Vintage Gold Tone Modernist Brooch/Pendant - Signed - US - Mid 20th C.
By Bergère Jewelry
Located in Chatham, CA
BERGÈRE - Modernist style gold tone brooch or pendant - signed - United States - mid 20th century
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modernist Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Modernist Sterling Silver Circle Link Bracelet Mexico Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautifully crafted sterling silver linked chain bracelet featuring a design of circles within a circle with interior oxidation; marked: 925 MEXICO; measuring approx. 6.75” long; 62....
Category
1950s Mexican Modernist Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Dynamic Modernist Free-form Amber Sterling Silver Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Bold and Spectacular Modernist One-of-a-Kind Runway Necklace comprising a large Genuine Free-form
Category
1980s Modernist Vintage Modernist Jewelry
Materials
Amber, Sterling Silver
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Vintage Modernist Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact piece of vintage modernist jewelry 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 Silver — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 346 vintage or 6 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect item from our selection of vintage modernist jewelry may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic choice in our collection of vintage modernist jewelry over the years, but those made by Georg Jensen, Cartier and Gucci are often thought to be among the most beautiful. An object in our assortment of vintage modernist jewelry can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 50, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also cabochon and oval cut versions for sale. Finding an option in this array of vintage modernist jewelry for sale for women should be easy, but there are 116 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.
How Much is a Vintage Modernist Jewelry?
On average, a piece of vintage modernist jewelry at 1stDibs sells for $1,675, while they’re typically $109 on the low end and $25,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Questions About Vintage Modernist Jewelry
- 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 21, 2023The way to tell if vintage jewelry is real depends first on determining what you mean by "real." If you want to know if a piece is actually made by a particular brand or is a reproduction, you can consult trusted online resources to see what hallmarks and other details are present on genuine pieces. Then, you can examine your jewelry using these criteria. You can also find tests to determine whether precious metals and gemstones are real or not. However, use caution, as some tests can damage jewelry. A simple way to tell if vintage jewelry is an authentic example of a particular maker's work or made of real materials is to take the piece to an experienced appraiser or dealer. Find a large selection of vintage jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Vintage costume jewelry refers to costume jewelry that is 20 to 80 years old. Jewelry, costume or otherwise, that is 100 years old is referred to as antique. The big design fair in Paris in 1900 inspired jewelers to work with inexpensive materials, and Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel and others helped popularize costume jewelry during the 1920s. The roots of costume jewelry, however, took shape at least as far back as the 18th century, when paste jewelry that featured hand-cut glass instead of gemstones first emerged. Shop a variety of vintage costume jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024To tell if vintage jewelry is valuable, consider its maker, age, materials, style, type and condition. Using these criteria, you can identify similar pieces previously sold on trusted online platforms and get a rough idea of your jewelry's value. However, the best way to find out how much vintage jewelry is worth is to seek an expert's opinion, such as a certified appraiser, experienced jeweler or knowledgeable antiques dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of vintage jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023Many people would argue that vintage jewelry isn't making a comeback because it has never faded in popularity. Although what's considered vintage changes from decade to decade, the demand for jewelry that is between 20 and 99 years old generally remains high. There are collectors who look for pieces featuring specific materials or that were made by certain brands, and many men and women find vintage jewelry appealing because it is unique and has history. Shop a variety of vintage jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023To find out how much your vintage jewelry is worth, you can conduct online research using trusted sources. By seeing what similar pieces have sold for in the past, you can estimate the value of your jewelry. For a more precise valuation, enlist the services of an appraiser or knowledgeable vintage jewelry specialist. Find a wide range of vintage jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Yes, vintage Tiffany jewelry may be worth something. Due to the popularity of the American jewelry maker and the quality of the pieces that Tiffany & Co. produces, accessories often hold or appreciate in value over the years. The house is celebrated for its range of partnerships with the likes of Elsa Peretti, Jean Schlumberger and others, which can also contribute to how collectible a given bracelet or necklace might be. However, the style, type and condition of the jewelry will impact how valuable it is. A certified appraiser or experienced dealer can let you know how much a specific piece is worth. Find a diverse assortment of vintage Tiffany & Co. jewelry on 1stDibs.