If you want to feel a personal connection with the past, then there is nothing more special than a piece of Antique or Vintage Jewellery. Here are pieces which were created to stand testament to our own lives, which have been wrapped or hung around our ancestor's bodies in good times as well as bad, and often represent the finest work of the Crafts Men and Women who created them. They incorporated precious materials such as Gold, Silver, Platinum, and Diamonds into timeless forms and created jewellery such as brooches, rings, necklaces, earrings and more. By being worn these were items with a very personal story to each owner, but also bold symbols of social status in their day. They have closely followed fashions such as the Classical Revival of the Georgian Era, Victorian Mourning Jewellery as well as the more Modernist designs of the 20th Century.
When purchasing old fine jewellery, you are not just buying into the public and private story of its time, but an underlying asset in the precious materials it has been made from. That antique and vintage jewellery is more popular than ever around the world is hardly surprising as these are pieces that can be cherished and worn on a daily basis. And when these pieces are tied to special events such as Wedding and Engagement Rings then so much the better.
At LoveAntiques we have a fine selection of Antique and Vintage jewellery for all your wearing and collecting needs.
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Aion Jewellery
Edwardian Silver, Marcasite & Hematite Pendant Necklace
£ 95
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Late Victorian Silver & Agate Pebble Link Bracelet
£ 215
Aion Jewellery
Arts & Crafts Bernard Instone Silver 'bullseye' Brooch
£ 65
Aion Jewellery
Lea Stein Vintage French Celluloid Cat Brooch
£ 85
Aion Jewellery
Arts & Crafts Silver & Orange Chalcedony Ring
£ 95
Aion Jewellery
George V Boxed Silver & Enamel Blouse Buttons & Brooch
£ 145
Matthew Coles Antiques
Vintage Italian Millefiori Glass Bead Graduated 16" Necklace
£ 85
Matthew Coles Antiques
Exceptional Solid 9ct Gold Bracelet
£ 1,950
The Chelsea Bijouterie
Art Deco Triple Strand Cultured Pearl Necklace with Diamond Clasp 1920s
£ 2,790
Art Deco Triple Strand Cultured Pearl Necklace with Diamond Clasp 1920s
£ 2,790
The Chelsea Bijouterie
£ 195
Verdis Collection
Vintage Taxco Silver Brooch
£ 68
Verdis Collection
Brdr Bjerring Silver Cufflinks
£ 145
Verdis Collection
Vintage Agate Silver Torque Bangle
£ 110
Verdis Collection
Silver Rock Crystal Pendant Marked Finland
£ 115
Verdis Collection
Vintage Silver & Rose Quartz Ring
£ 115
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Pocket Watch Chain Photograph Fob 9ct Rolled Gold 1960s Vintage Pendant
£ 48
Aion Jewellery
Victorian Silver & Turquoise Pendant Necklace
£ 210
Aion Jewellery
Antique Silver & Guilloche Enamel Dragonfly Brooch
£ 155
Aion Jewellery
Edwardian Silver & Citrine Stick Pin
£ 85
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Pocket Watch Chain Fob Silver Plated 1950s Red & Blue Glass
£ 48
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9ct Yellow Gold Citrine Pendant
£ 325
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Bamboo Bangle Sterling Silver 1971 Vintage Frosted Bracelet 7"L
£ 125
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Malachite Round Bead Necklace
£ 125
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Victorian Pocket Watch Chain Fob Horseshoe Large 9ct Rolled Gold Pendant
£ 145
Victorian Pocket Watch Chain Fob Horseshoe Large 9ct Rolled Gold Pendant
£ 145
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9ct Yellow Gold Round Moonstone Stud Earrings
£ 210
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Bangle 9ct Rose Rolled Gold Vintage 1970s Celtic Bracelet 7" Length
£ 125
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9ct. Yellow Gold Oval Opal Studs
£ 195
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Silver Bangle Vintage Green Jade & Mother Of Pearl 7 1/2" Length
£ 68
£ 135
Pocket Watch Chain Fob Sterling Silver Fish Articulated Pendant Hallmarked 1975
£ 135
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Aion Jewellery
Pair of Vintage Danish Silver & Amber Stud Earrings
£ 68
£ 135
Victorian Pocket Watch Chain Large Fob Carnelian & Prince Of Wales Feathers
£ 135
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Aion Jewellery
Murrle Bennet 9ct Gold, Seed Pearl & Turquoise Brooch
£ 210
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Silver Winged Pegasus Horse Charm Pendant Or Pocket Watch Chain Fob
£ 38
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Victorian Bracelet 9ct Rolled Gold Chunky Roller Link & Love Heart Padlock
£ 165
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Aion Jewellery
Art Deco Blue John & Silver Ring
£ 95
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Masonic Pocket Watch Chain Fob Sterling Silver 1915 Antique
£ 68
Aion Jewellery
Vintage Modernist Silver Collar Necklace
£ 165
Antique & Vintage Jewellery FAQs
How much is antique jewellery worth?
Like all antique and collectable items the value of antique jewellery varies widely. Some will be far cheaper than its new equivalent and thus very good value, while others will be far higher than a new piece due to its desirability and rarity. The factors which will make the item more expensive are the current value of the underlying materials used such as the weight and quality of the gold, weight, cut and clarity of the diamonds, the calibre of the maker as well as the overall aesthetic look of the piece. Much (but not all) fine antique jewellery will be hallmarked somewhere which allows you to work out some of these factors, but if you are not sure then it is always worth showing it to a specialist.
What is the most popular antique Jewellery?
The choice of jewellery is a very personal thing so it is fair to say that there is not one single type of antique jewellery which is the most popular. Sometimes the decision may come down to size as rings, bangles and necklaces are very size specific. Alternatively pendants, earrings and brooches are universally popular because no intrinsic size is needed. Although classic forms of jewellery never go out of fashion, other more stylised antique pieces are subject to the same fads and revivalist fashions just like new pieces.
How old does jewellery have to be to be considered antique?
Every reputable antique jewellery company will tell you that for jewellery (or any item) to be called antique it should be at least 100 years old. Details that tell you the age of a certain antique ring said to be Georgian, for example, should be easily available either via the Hallmarks or stylistically. Since the design of many classic pieces have not changed for perhaps several hundred years, never assume your piece is a genuine antique just because the shape is more traditional.
