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.
Matthew Coles Antiques
Striking 18ct Gold Blue Spinel Ring
£ 450
Matthew Coles Antiques
Exquisite 9ct Gold Cross Channel Set Rubies & Diamonds
£ 275
Larkin & Gallow
Antique Silver Sweetheart Brooch by Joseph Richard Eaves
£ 75
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Bracelet 9ct Gold Plated Vintage 1940s Chunky Curb Link & Love Heart Padlock 35.9g
£ 195
Bracelet 9ct Gold Plated Vintage 1940s Chunky Curb Link & Love Heart Padlock 35.9g
£ 195
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£ 55
Larkin & Gallow
Georg Jensen Squirrel & Deer Silver Brooch [No. 318]
£ 325
Larkin & Gallow
Georg Jensen Silver Bird & Fern Brooch Arno Malinowski
£ 395
Larkin & Gallow
Georg Jensen - Silver Locket on 45cm Chain
£ 110
Larkin & Gallow
Antique Aesthetic Period Floral Brooch
£ 70
Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)
Georgian Paste Jewellery
£ 95
Larkin & Gallow
Vintage Scottish Silver Pendant on Silver Square Link Chain
£ 65
Underwoodhall
9ct Gold Cultured Pearl Stud Earrings
£ 145
Underwoodhall
9ct Yellow Gold Round Stud Earrings
£ 265
Underwoodhall
9ct Yellow Gold Heart Shaped Stud Earrings
£ 295
Robert Belcher Antiques
English Silver + Blue Enamel Arts & Crafts Bracelet 1912
£ 475
Underwoodhall
Pair of 18ct Yellow Gold Stud Earrings
£ 345
Underwoodhall
18ct White Gold Pearl & Diamond Pendant
£ 295
Underwoodhall
9ct Yellow Gold Cross Set
£ 145
The Chelsea Bijouterie
Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond Bangle 15ct Gold Victorian c.1880 Total 2.2 Carat Diamonds
£ 4,990
Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond Bangle 15ct Gold Victorian c.1880 Total 2.2 Carat Diamonds
£ 4,990
The Chelsea Bijouterie
Aion Jewellery
Petite Scottish Themed Silver & Enamel Thistle Brooch
£ 68
Aion Jewellery
Pair of Late Victorian 9ct Gold & Coral Drop Earrings
£ 185
Aion Jewellery
Fully Hallmarked Silver Gilt Terrier Brooch
£ 125
Aion Jewellery
Art Deco Silver, Marcasite & Tiger's Eye Ring
£ 85
Aion Jewellery
Edwardian Silver, Marcasite & Carnelian Bar Brooch
£ 85
Aion Jewellery
Pair of 1920's Silver & Chrysoprase Clip on Earrings
£ 95
Verdis Collection
Vintage Gold Snake Ring
£ 230
The Chelsea Bijouterie
Vintage Christian Dior Rhinestone Statement Necklace with Heavy Silver Tone Chain 29”
£ 450
Vintage Christian Dior Rhinestone Statement Necklace with Heavy Silver Tone Chain 29”
£ 450
The Chelsea Bijouterie
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Pocket Watch Chain Fob 1920s Antique Gilt & Citrine Spinner
£ 48
£ 125
Pocket Watch Chain Fob Victorian Big 12ct Rose Gold Filled & Amethyst Glass 1890s
£ 125
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£ 195
Pocket Watch Chain Unicorn Fob Victorian Silver Nickel & Carnelian Glass 1890s
£ 195
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Pocket Watch Chain Fob St Christopher 9ct Rolled Gold 1960s Vintage
£ 58
Matthew Coles Antiques
Ruskin Pottery Brooch
£ 75
Andrew Cox Antiques
Attractive Silver Filigree & Enamel Bracelet
£ 135
Matthew Coles Antiques
9ct Gold Snake Ring with Garnet Eyes
£ 499
The Chelsea Bijouterie
Elegant Vintage Triple Strand Cultured Pearl Necklace with 9ct Gold Mabe Pearl Clasp, London 1987
£ 1,650
Elegant Vintage Triple Strand Cultured Pearl Necklace with 9ct Gold Mabe Pearl Clasp, London 1987
£ 1,650
The Chelsea Bijouterie
Rare Antique Gifts
Antique Barrel Clasp 9ct Gold Chain - 16 inches
£ 610
Underwoodhall
Late Victorian 18ct Yellow Gold Ring
£ 1,995
Robert Belcher Antiques
Moonstone & Silver Arts & Crafts Period Brooch c.1900
£ 475
The Chelsea Bijouterie
1950s French Pearl Necklace with 18ct Gold Clasp, Restrung Hand Knotted
£ 790
1950s French Pearl Necklace with 18ct Gold Clasp, Restrung Hand Knotted
£ 790
The Chelsea Bijouterie
Verdis Collection
Gold Claddagh Ring
£ 120
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.
