Collectable Costume Jewelry
Mid-20th Century German Folk Art Collectible Jewelry
Metal, Silver
Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Carnelian
Late 20th Century American Collectible Jewelry
Crystal
Mid-20th Century German Folk Art Collectible Jewelry
Metal, Silver
Mid-20th Century Collectible Jewelry
Stone, Metal, Sterling Silver
20th Century French Art Deco Collectible Jewelry
Metal
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Brass
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Art Glass
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Collectible Jewelry
Copper
Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Art Glass
Late 20th Century Unknown Collectible Jewelry
Resin
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Copper, Enamel
Late 20th Century American Art Deco Collectible Jewelry
Metal
Vintage 1980s French Brutalist Collectible Jewelry
Metal
Late 20th Century American Collectible Jewelry
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Metal, Metallic Thread
1990s American Books
Paper
1990s Books
Paper
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Crystal, Metal
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Crystal, Metal
Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Collectible Jewelry
Gold Plate
Mid-20th Century Indian Moorish Collectible Jewelry
Leather
1990s French Gothic Revival Collectible Jewelry
Gold Plate
2010s French Other Collectible Jewelry
Wood
Early 20th Century Papua New Guinean Tribal Collectible Jewelry
Shell, Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl
Early 20th Century German Art Deco Collectible Jewelry
Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1950s American Collectible Jewelry
Early 20th Century Austrian Folk Art Collectible Jewelry
Silver
Mid-20th Century Collectible Jewelry
Metal
Early 20th Century Indonesian Victorian Collectible Jewelry
Coral, Gold
20th Century French Modern Collectible Jewelry
Fabric
20th Century American Books
Paper
Early 2000s Books
Paper
Early 2000s Books
Paper
21st Century and Contemporary Books
Paper
21st Century and Contemporary Books
Paper
20th Century Books
Paper
21st Century and Contemporary Books
Paper
20th Century Books
Paper
20th Century Books
Paper
21st Century and Contemporary Books
Paper
20th Century African Tribal Books
Paper
20th Century French Coat Racks and Stands
Steel
20th Century French Coat Racks and Stands
Steel
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bookends
Paper
1990s French Modern Picture Frames
Metal
1990s French Modern Picture Frames
Metal
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Marble, Brass
Late 20th Century American Modern Abstract Sculptures
Metal, Brass, Copper, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1980s American Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Metal, Brass
Late 20th Century American Modern Animal Sculptures
Marble, Metal
Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Posters
Paper
Vintage 1910s American Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Books
Silk
21st Century and Contemporary Books
Linen
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Books
Linen
Antique Early 1900s French Art Deco Books
Paper
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Acrylic
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Finding the Right collectibles-curiosities for You
Antique and vintage collectibles and curiosities can bring whimsy and wonder to any interior.
Decorating with old scientific instruments, historical memorabilia and vintage musical instruments, as well as other authentic collectibles and curiosities that can be found on 1stDibs, presents an opportunity to create a unique, natural history museum-like atmosphere in your home that can provoke conversation as often as it pays tribute to how far we’ve come in understanding our world.
And bringing collectibles and curiosities into your space is actually on trend — Wunderkammern, or curiosity cabinets, were all the rage in Europe during the 1500s and continued to have adherents there and in the U.S. in the following centuries. Today, however, they’re experiencing a real surge in popularity and influencing how many interior designers are furnishing and decorating homes — combining contemporary with antique, scientific with tribal, earthly with extraterrestrial, Les Lalanne tables with Flemish tapestries.
The original Wunderkammern were entire rooms filled with objects demonstrating their owners’ worldly knowledge: A proper one included artificiala or preciosa (objets d’art); naturalia (such as skeletons, shells, minerals); exotica (taxidermy or dried plants); and scientifica (scientific instruments), frequently alongside religious relics and ancient artifacts.
Pay tribute to a history of rich and diverse musical traditions that have taken shape all over the world by decorating your home with a collection of antique and vintage musical instruments — with a little help from strong hanging wire or some wall hooks, vintage brass instruments such as a gong, French horn or trumpet can help elevate a home office or complement the efforts you’ve made to ensure a welcoming vibe in your home’s entryway. Bells or antique wind instruments can add provocative metallic contrasts to dark woods as tabletop decorative objects.
Create an intriguing focal point with Georgian scientific instruments, such as stick barometers with mahogany cases or lacquered brass telescopes. These items stem from an era named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who ruled England in succession starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign, which lasted until 1837). Just as there was beautiful jewelry produced during the period that today is coveted by collectors, there is much to be found in the collectibles and curiosities realm too.
Wanderlust, nostalgia and a shared love of good design are contributing factors to certain trends in decorating — just as vintage trunks and luggage have reappeared as furniture or home accents in a bedroom or foyer, decorating with globes, maps or nautical objects is similarly rooted in the allure of travel and a penchant for the stylish finishing touch that collectibles bring to our homes.
Find a wide range of antique and vintage collectibles and curiosities on 1stDibs.
- Is costume jewelry valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Costume jewelry is very desirable on the secondhand market. There are many collectible costume jewelry brands that are quite valuable.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023To tell how old costume jewelry is, first look for identifying marks. You can then use trusted online resources to determine who made the piece. Once you know the maker, you can then research their designs to try and estimate the age. The best way to determine how old a piece of costume jewelry is would be to consult a knowledgeable appraiser or antique jewelry dealer for assistance with dating the accessory. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of vintage and antique 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022Chanel uses a variety of materials to produce costume jewelry. Most pieces are non-precious metals with resin, glass and crystal used in place of genuine pearls and gemstones. Some designs incorporate real leather or fabrics like velvet. You'll find a variety of Chanel jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Dior costume jewelry will tarnish over time if not properly taken care of. Be sure to avoid getting fragrances and creams on your jewelry, and clean your accessories every so often to help it last. Shop a collection of Dior jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Although costume jewelry is usually more affordable because many Chanel costume pieces have a timeless style as well as good craftsmanship, they hold their value and so can be sold at an expensive price.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 29, 2024You can buy Chanel costume jewelry directly from the brand’s official website as well as in its boutiques. See the site’s store locator in order to find the official Chanel boutique nearest you. You can also find Chanel products on offer at any of the luxury house’s authorized retailers as well as through resellers.
Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel introduced her costume jewelry in the 1920s, when the economy was roaring and fine jewelry was the main mode of adornment among her clients. Fearless about giving offense, Chanel proclaimed, “I love fakes because I find such jewelry provocative, and I find it disgraceful to walk around with millions of dollars around your neck, just because you are rich.” Then, in 1932, in the midst of the Great Depression, Chanel dramatically switched gears and designed her first and only diamond jewelry collection, Bijoux de Diamants.
Find vintage Chanel costume jewelry for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023To know what costume jewelry is worth money, one option is to conduct some online research. You can read articles on trusted websites to find out what types of pieces and makers are highly sought after. Another approach is to peruse the sold sections of reputable online platforms to get a feel for the selling prices of different types of jewelry. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of jewelry from some of the world's top dealers.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024Yes, some Georg Jensen jewelry is collectible. Many collectors prize the Danish company's Art Nouveau silver pieces. However, age, style, jewelry type, condition and rarity determine how much specific pieces are worth. Explore a large collection of Georg Jensen jewelry from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
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