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.
Aion Jewellery
Vintage Ola M Gorie Celtic Cross Silver Brooch
£ 85
£ 85
Aion Jewellery
Art Deco Silver, Agate and Marcasite Ring
£ 65
Aion Jewellery
Victorian Silver & Marcasite Treble Clef Brooch
£ 75
Deco Original Ltd
Fine Late Victorian Flame Mahogany Jewellery Box
£ 195
£ 375
The Chelsea Bijouterie
Antique Turquoise Gold Curb Link Bracelet with Heart Clasp 9ct Rose Gold Victorian Bracelet
£ 1,290
Antique Turquoise Gold Curb Link Bracelet with Heart Clasp 9ct Rose Gold Victorian Bracelet
£ 1,290
The Chelsea Bijouterie
£ 2,650
£ 48
Vintage Filigree Metal & Petit Point Pendant Perfume Scent Bottle Brooch / Pin c.1940
£ 48
WhatSheWants
£ 24,950
£ 4,950
Antique Art Deco 1.24ct Emerald & 1.66ct Diamond & Platinum Earrings c.1920
£ 4,950
AC Silver
£ 2,650
AC Silver
Antique 1.52ct Aquamarine and 2.92ct Diamond, 18ct White Gold Double Clip Brooch Circa 1925
£ 3,950
Antique 1.52ct Aquamarine and 2.92ct Diamond, 18ct White Gold Double Clip Brooch Circa 1925
£ 3,950
AC Silver
£ 1,995
Doubloon
Jade & Gold Ring
£ 195
Antiques et Cetera
Vintage Rare Silver Tone 'Star of David; 'Magen Dovid' Pendant
£ 30
Robert Belcher Antiques
Delightful 1920s Lovebirds Silver & Enamel Marcasite Set Brooch
£ 240
The Chelsea Bijouterie
Victorian Amethyst & Pearl Ring 18ct Rose Gold Antique Cluster Ring c.1890
£ 1,790
Victorian Amethyst & Pearl Ring 18ct Rose Gold Antique Cluster Ring c.1890
£ 1,790
The Chelsea Bijouterie
Andrew Cox Antiques
Late Victorian Silver Cluster Brooch
£ 115
Aion Jewellery
Victorian Silver Horse / Horseshoe Lapel Pin
£ 80
£ 195
Aion Jewellery
Pair of German Silver & Turquoise Cufflinks
£ 95
Aion Jewellery
Edwardian Silver Cross Pendant Necklace
£ 95
Aion Jewellery
Rare Art Deco Celluloid / Lucite Statement Necklace
£ 68
Aion Jewellery
Iona Scottish Silver Viking Ship Brooch
£ 58
Aion Jewellery
Danish Art Deco Silver Fish Panel Bracelet
£ 165
Aion Jewellery
Art Deco 9ct Gold & Turquoise Pendant Necklace
£ 185
Aion Jewellery
Edwardian Art Nouveau Silver & Enamel Brooch
£ 165
£ 4,950
£ 5,950
Vintage 2.68ct Colombian Emerald & 0.80ct Diamond, 18ct Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring c.1960
£ 5,950
AC Silver
£ 1,395
£ 2,950
Antique Art Deco 1.20ct Aquamarine, 0.28ct Diamond & Platinum Pendant c.1910
£ 2,950
AC Silver
Rare Antique Gifts
Edwardian 15ct Gold Heart Locket on Gold Chain
£ 950
£ 9,950
£ 1,795
£ 2,950
The Chelsea Bijouterie
Platinum Diamond Bombé Ring Art Deco Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring Original 1920s 3ct Diamond Ring
£ 7,500
Platinum Diamond Bombé Ring Art Deco Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring Original 1920s 3ct Diamond Ring
£ 7,500
The Chelsea Bijouterie
The Chelsea Bijouterie
Art Deco Buckle Ring Diamond & Ruby Platinum Ring 1940s Large Vintage Retro Ring
£ 3,750
Art Deco Buckle Ring Diamond & Ruby Platinum Ring 1940s Large Vintage Retro Ring
£ 3,750
The Chelsea Bijouterie
Sovereign Antiques
Bracelet Solid Gold 9ct
£ 595
Jo Brayshaw
Vintage 9ct & Turquoise Earrings c.1960
£ 135
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.